G-CODE™/SHOWVIEW™ System Setup .
G-CODE™/SHOWVIEW™ Timer
Programming ........................... 26
Express Timer Programming ..... 28
Automatic Satellite Programme
Recording ................................ 33
SPECIAL FEATURES34
Remote Control Functions........ 34
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS38
Connecting/Using A Stereo
System ..................................... 38
EDITING39
Preparation For Editing ............. 39
Edit From A Camcorder ............ 40
Edit To Or From Another Video
Recorder .................................. 41
Audio Dubbing ........................ 42
INFORMATION ON MULTI-SYSTEM
COMPATIBILITY44
TUNER SET46
TROUBLESHOOTING50
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS53
INDEX54
SPECIFICATIONS57
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SAFETY FIRST
Safety Precautions
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION
When you are not using the recorder for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the
power cord from the mains outlet.
Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or
fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal lead
or aerial.
Use the conversion plug (not provided in certain areas) depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
ATTENTION
1. This recorder can also receive SECAM colour television signals for recording and playback.
2. Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce monochrome pictures if played back on another video
recorder of SECAM standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on another video
recorder of PAL standard.
3. SECAM prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a SECAM video recorder produce monochrome pictures
when played back with this recorder.
IMPORTANT
Please read the various precautions on this page before installing or operating the recorder.
It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent
of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary,
dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat
above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the
battery is incorrectly replaced.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
TM
525/625
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 recorder.
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
G-CODE is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation and is registered in the following countries: Australia, China, Hong
Kong, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, and Taiwan. SHOW VIEW is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation and is
registered in the following countries: Austria, Belgium,Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary,
Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. The G-CODE/SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
G-CODE and SHOWVIEW are different trademarks used to represent the same easy recording feature. However, for simplicity, only the
term G-CODE will be used in the instructions. If you use SHOWVIEW system, follow the same steps listed for the G-CODE system.
TM
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POWER SYSTEM
This set operates on voltage of AC110 – 240 V` (Rating), AC90 – 260 V` (Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic
switching.
The STANDBY/ON button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating
current on and off. "
Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long Play) or EP (Extended 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.
" shows electrical power standby and " " shows ON.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under
extremely humid conditions—just as water droplets form in the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid. Moisture
condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where condensation may occur, keep the
recorder turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.
ABOUT HEAD CLEANING
Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or
interrupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur.
Auto Head Cleaner
A built-in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a tape is loaded or unloaded
to reduce head clogging.
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Basic
INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER
It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected.
Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.
Connections
Aerial terminal
Back of TV
AV-IN terminals
AV Cable
(not provided)
Mains Power
Cord
RF Cable
(provided)
TV Aerial
Cable
CHECK CONTENTS
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories
listed in "SPECIFICATIONS" ( pg. 57).
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SITUATE RECORDER
Place the recorder on a stable, horizontal surface.
2
CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV
The connection method you use depends on the type
of TV you have.
3
RF CONNECTION
●
To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals . . .
a– Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
b– Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack
on the rear panel of the recorder.
c– Connect the provided RF cable between the RF
OUT jack on the rear panel of the recorder and
the TV's aerial terminal.
AV CONNECTION
●
To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals . . .
a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF
CONNECTION".
b– Connect an optional AV cable between the
AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT connectors on the
rear panel of the recorder and the TV's AV-IN
terminals .
Mains outlet
AUDIO OUT/
VIDEO OUT
Connect the power plug to an AC
outlet before installing the lithium
battery. pg. 7
Rear View
CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains
outlet.
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NOTE:
Use the conversion plug (not provided in certain areas)
depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
ATTENTION
If you have finished all the necessary connections, go to
"Video Channel Set" on page 6, then perform Auto Set Up on
page 8; do NOT press the button on the recorder/remote
control to turn on the recorder's power before you start Auto
Set Up.
S-VIDEO Connection
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Back of TV
Mains Power
Cord
Back of Recorder
Aerial terminal
S-VIDEO IN
connector
AUDIO IN
connectors
Audio cable (not provided)
Mains outlet
S-Video cable (provided)
AUDIO OUT
RF Cable (provided)
Aerial or Cable
ANT. IN
S VIDEO OUT
RF OUT
●
To Connect to A TV With S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN Connectors . . .
CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV
a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF
1
CONNECTION" ( pg. 4).
b– Connect the recorder's S VIDEO OUT connector to
the TV's S-VIDEO IN connector.
c– Connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT connectors to
the TV's AUDIO IN connectors.
NOTES:
●
You can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures.
●
If your television is not stereo-capable, use the recorder's
AUDIO OUT connectors to connect to an audio amplifier for
Hi-Fi stereo sound reproduction. ( pg. 38)
●
To operate the recorder with your TV using the S-VIDEO
connection, set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV mode).
●
For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction manual
of your television.
CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains
outlet.
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ATTENTION
If you have finished all the necessary connections, go to "Video Channel Set" on page 6, then perform Auto Set Up on page 8; do
NOT press the button on the recorder/remote control to turn on the recorder's power before you start Auto Set Up.
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STOP/EJECT
PR +/–
Video
Channel Set
Video Channel (RF Output Channel) is the channel on which
your TV receives picture and sound signals from the video
recorder through the RF cable.
INITIAL SETTINGS
If you have connected the video recorder to your TV
via the provided RF cable only (RF connection) – Go to
"With RF Connection" below.
If you have connected the video recorder to your TV
via both the provided RF cable and an AV cable (AV
connection), or via the provided RF cable, the provided
S-Video cable and an audio cable (S-VIDEO connection) – Go to "With AV Connection or S-VIDEO
Connection" on next page.
With RF Connection
IMPORTANT:
Before performing the following steps, make sure the
recorder's power is off and there is no cassette inserted in
the recorder.
PR+
PR–
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PR +/–
ACCESS VIDEO CHANNEL
SET MODE
Hold down STOP/EJECT on the recorder until the
display panel shows the following.
1
SELECT TV SYSTEM
Press PR +/– to set appropriate TV system that matches
the system of TV being used (refer to the table below).
2
1 : B/G 2 : D/K3 : I5 : M
Major CountriesTV System
New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E.,
Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand,
Malaysia, Iran, Saudi Arabia,
Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon, Iraq
China, Mongolia, RussiaD/K
Hong KongI
AustraliaH
4 : H
B/G
TEST SIGNAL
The channel on which the screen to
the left appear clearly in step 3 is
your Video Channel.
To view picture signals from the video recorder, set
your TV to the Video Channel.
U.S.A., Japan, S.Korea, TaiwanM
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SET VIDEO CHANNEL
Set your TV to UHF channel 36.
● If the two vertical white bars appear clearly on the
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screen as shown in the illustration ( "TEST SIGNAL"
on page 6), press OK and then go to step 4.
● If the two vertical white bars do not appear clearly,
press OK and then PR +/– to set the video recorder
to a vacant channel between 28 and 60 which is not
occupied by any local station in your area.
(Ex.) If channel 50 is available in your area
Then set your TV to UHF channel 50 and check if the
two vertical white bars appear clearly on the screen; if
so, go to step 4. If not, re-set the video recorder to
another vacant channel and try again.
NOTES:
●
If you set the video recorder to a channel which is
occupied by a local station or has neighbouring
channels that are occupied by local stations, the
picture reception quality will be affected and some
interference noise will appear on the TV screen. Be
sure to select a vacant channel which has no
broadcast on neighbouring channels.
●
If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars
clearly with any channel between 28 and 60, consult
your JVC dealer.
FINISH VIDEO CHANNEL
SET
Press OK.
● If Auto Set Up ( pg. 8) or Tuner Set ( pg. 46) has
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not previously been performed, the Language Select
screen appears and Auto Set Up function takes place
automatically.
With AV Connection or
S-VIDEO Connection
IMPORTANT:
Before performing the following steps, make sure the
recorder's power is off and there is no cassette inserted in
the recorder.
ACCESS VIDEO CHANNEL
SET MODE
Hold down STOP/EJECT on the recorder until the
display panel shows the following.
1
SET VIDEO CHANNEL
Press OK, then press PR – until the display panel shows
the following.
2
Now the video channel is set to off (– –).
FINISH VIDEO CHANNEL
SET
Press OK.
● If Auto Set Up ( pg. 8) or Tuner Set ( pg. 46) has
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To view picture signals from the video recorder, set
your TV to its AV mode.
not previously been performed, the Language Select
screen appears and Auto Set Up function takes place
automatically.
Be sure to connect the power plug to an AC outlet first
before installing the lithium battery; otherwise, the
battery's service life will be drastically shortened.
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Installing/Removing the lithium battery
1
Make sure that the power plug is connected to an AC outlet
and turn off the recorder power.
2
Open the battery cover while pressing the release tab as
illustrated.
3
Insert a lithium battery with the plus (+) side up and push it in.
● To remove the lithium battery, press the latch A down-
ward using a pointed non-metallic object, then pull out
the lithium battery.
4
Close the battery cover until it clicks in place.
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Auto Set Up
IMPORTANT
● Don't press any buttons on the recorder or remote that
are not directly related to the step you are performing
while Auto Set Up is in progress.
● If you perform Auto Set Up successfully during installation, there's no need to separately perform the Language
Select, Clock Set or Channel Set procedures, but if
adjustments become necessary they can be performed as
follows:
– To change the selected language pg. 11
– To reset or adjust the time pg. 12
– To add/delete channels manually pg. 47, 48
– To reset the tuner after moving to a different location
pg. 46
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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
The Auto Set Up function simplifies installation by guiding you
through the procedures of setting the language, clock and tuner
channels — simply follow the on-screen menus that appear.
Before starting, make sure of the following:
● The TV aerial cable should be connected to the recorder.
● The recorder's mains power cord should be connected to
a mains outlet. pg. 4, 5
● The "Video Channel Set" procedure should be done first
and the TV should be set to its AV mode (with AV or SVIDEO connection pg. 7) or video channel (with RF
connection pg. 6).
SELECT LANGUAGE
Press PUSH JOG%fi to place the pointer next to your
desired language (English or Chinese), then press OK or
1
PUSH JOG .
● The Clock Set screen appears.
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SET TIME
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
set the time, then press OK
2
or PUSH JOG .
● Press and hold either
button to delay or
advance the time by 30
minutes.
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CLOCK SET
TIMEDATEYEAR
0:0001.0100
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SET DATE
Press PUSH JOG %fi to set the date, then press OK or
PUSH JOG .
3
● Press and hold either button to change the date by 15
days.
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MENU
1
SET YEAR
Press PUSH JOG %fi to set the year, then press MENU.
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3
OK
PUSH JOG
EN 9
Major CountriesTV System
Australia, New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E.,
Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia,
Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco,
Lebanon, Iraq
China, Mongolia, RussiaD/K
Hong KongI
U.S.A., Japan, S.Korea, TaiwanM
0
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3
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OK
PUSH JOG
SELECT TV SYSTEM
Press PUSH JOG%fi to place the pointer next to the
appropriate TV system (refer to the table on the left).
5
START AUTO CHANNEL
SET
Press OK or PUSH JOG .
● The Auto Set Up function scans all the channels that
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are receivable by your recorder. It then automatically
assigns each receivable channels to the PR +/–
buttons. It skips non-receivable channels.
● As Auto Set Up progresses, the " " mark on the
screen moves from left to right. (See below.)
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DO NOT press any button on the recorder or remote control while Auto Set Up is in progress.
AUTO CH SET
PLEASE WAIT
STARTFINISH
During Auto Set Up
"PLEASE WAIT" blinks on the screen and "Auto"
blinks on the front display panel.
When Auto Set Up is completed, the lowest position
number will appear on the front display panel.
TV Screen
NOTES:
●
If you perform Auto Set Up when the aerial cable is not connected properly, "SCAN COMPLETED -NO SIGNAL-" appears on
the screen. When this happens, make sure of the aerial connection and press OK; Auto Set Up will take place again.
●
If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while Auto Set Up is in progress, Auto Set Up will be interrupted; be sure to
turn off the recorder power once and try again.
●
If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to swap channel positions, or to fine-tune channels,
pg. 47 – 49.
●
If no sound accompanies the picture or the audio sounds unnatural on some channels that have been stored by Auto Set Up,
the TV system setting for those channels may be incorrect. Select the appropriate TV system for those channels. "TV System
Selection – When you see the picture but the audio can't be heard or sounds unnatural" on page 49.
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You can choose whether or not to have various operational
indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF.
On-Screen
Displays
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
MENU
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TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press .
1
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
2
ACCESS FUNCTION SET
SCREEN
Place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET" by pressing
PUSH JOG %fi, then press OK or PUSH JOG .
3
ENABLE/DISABLE
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
The default setting is "ON",
so if you want on-screen
4
displays, leave the setting
as it is and go to step 5. If
you don't want the
displays to appear, press
PUSH JOG%fi to place
the pointer next to
"O.S.D." and press OK or
PUSH JOG to set to "OFF".
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B. E . S. T.ON
PICTURE CONTROLAUTO
AUTO TIMEROFF
O. S. D.ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMEROFF
S-VHSON
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
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FUNCTION SET
PUSH JOG
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
5
NOTES:
●
When you use this recorder as the player for editing, be sure
to set "O.S.D." to "OFF" before starting.
●
During playback, the operation mode indicators may be
disturbed depending on the type of tape being used.
The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing.
1 –Operation mode indicators
2 –Tape speed SP/LP/EP
3 –Colour system indicator ( pg. 44)
4 –Tape direction
5 –Counter display
6 –Tape remaining time indicator
7 –Audio mode display ( pg. 16)
8 –Tape position indicator ( pg. 16)
9 –Type of Broadcast ( pg. 19)
10 – Current day/month/year
11 – Clock display
12 – Channel position number/Aux. indicator (L-1, F-1 or S-1)
13 – Cassette loaded mark
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TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press .
1
Language
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
MENU
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ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
2
ACCESS INITIAL SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
place the pointer next to
3
"INITIAL SET", then press
OK or PUSH JOG .
ACCESS LANGUAGE
SELECT SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
place the pointer next to
4
"LANGUAGE", then press
OK or PUSH JOG .
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MAIN MENU
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
G-CODE/SHOW VIEW SETUP
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
PUSH JOG
SELECT LANGUAGE
Place the pointer next to the language of your choice
(English or Chinese) by pressing PUSH JOG%fi, then
5
press OK or PUSH JOG .
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RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
6
12 EN
Clock Set
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press .
1
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
2
ACCESS INITIAL SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
place the pointer next to
3
"INITIAL SET", then press
OK or PUSH JOG .
%
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
MAIN MENU
MENU
1
ACCESS CLOCK SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to place the pointer next to
"CLOCK SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG . The
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3
OK
PUSH JOG
Clock Set screen appears.
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
G-CODE/SHOW VIEW SETUP
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
TIMEDATEYEAR
0: 0001 . 01 00
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
%
CLOCK SET
SET TIME
Press PUSH JOG %fi to set the time, then press OK or
PUSH JOG .
5
● Press and hold either button to delay or advance the
time by 30 minutes.
%
SET DATE
Press PUSH JOG %fi to set the date, then press OK or
PUSH JOG .
6
● Press and hold either button to change the date by 15
days.
%
SET YEAR
Press PUSH JOG%fi to set the year.
NOTE:
If the year digits are automatically cleared, it is possible that you
have input February 29th in a non-leap year. Input the correct data.
7
START CLOCK OPERATION
Press MENU.
8
PLAYBACK
PLAY
STOP
PLAY
COLOUR SYSTEM
STOP/EJECT
SHUTTLE
Basic
Playback
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
EN 13
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.
S-VHS playback is possible only with S-VHS PAL tapes recorded
in SP or LP, or S-VHS NTSC tapes recorded in the SP or EP mode.
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
point toward the recorder. Don't apply too much
pressure when inserting.
● The recorder power comes on automatically and the
counter is reset to 0:00:00.
● Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the
COLOUR SYSTEM button( pg. 44).
● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback
begins automatically ( pg. 17).
REW
PR+
PR–
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FIND PROGRAMME START
POINT
If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW
or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left.
2
To go forward, press FF or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the
right.
START PLAYBACK
Press PLAY. "BEST" appears blinking in the recorder's
display panel during automatic tracking ( pg. 22).
3
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.
Usable cassettes
Clean the video heads using
a dry cleaning cassette--TCL2UX--when:
• Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played
back.
• The picture is unclear or no picture appears.
•“USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears on the screen(only with “O.S.D.” set to “ON” ( pg. 8).
● 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. While only VHS signals can be
recorded on regular VHS cassettes, both VHS and Super
VHS signals can be recorded and played back using
Super VHS cassettes.
*
By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back
with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this
recorder ( pg. 21).
14 EN
JOG
PLAY
SHUTTLE
STOP
PR +/–
PLAYBACK (cont.)
Playback
Features
PLAY
PAUSE
3
REW
PR+
PR–
STOP
1
PR +/–
FF
PAUSE
PUSH JOG
NOTE:
Refer to the SHUTTLE ring
illustration to the right as you
read the following
procedures.
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PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK
Press PAUSE. If there is vertical jitter, use the PR +/–
buttons to correct the picture.
1
ACTIVATE FRAME-BY-FRAME
PLAYBACK
Turn the JOG dial to the right for forward frame-byframe playback, or to the left for reverse frame-by-frame
2
playback.
OR
Press PAUSE.
OR
Press PUSH JOG or .
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
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High-Speed Search
ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED
SEARCH
During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring all the
way to the right for forward high-speed search, or to
1
the left for reverse high-speed search.
● For forward search with a visible picture, turn the
SHUTTLE ring all the way to the right and release it
within 1 second.
● For reverse search with a visible picture, turn the
SHUTTLE ring all the way to the left and release it
within 1 second.
OR
During playback or still, press FF for forward highspeed search, or REW for reverse high-speed search.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
NOTE:
For short searches, press and hold FF or REW during playback
or still picture. When released, normal playback resumes.
Slow Motion
ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION
PLAYBACK
During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the
right for forward slow motion, or to the left for reverse
1
slow motion (refer to the above illustration).
OR
During still picture, press and hold PAUSE for 2
seconds, then release. Press and release again to return
to still picture.
OR
During still picture, press and hold PUSH JOG or .
Release to return to still picture.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
NOTE:
Manual tracking is possible during slow motion playback. ( pg. 15)
ATTENTION
In the search, still, slow-motion or frame-by-frame
playback mode,
● the picture will be distorted.
● the noise bars will appear.
● there may be a loss of colour.
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Variable-Speed Search
ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED
SEARCH
During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the
right for forward variable-speed search, or to the left for
1
reverse variable-speed search (refer to the illustration on
page 14).
OR
During playback, press PUSH JOG or .
● The more times you press, the faster the playback
picture moves.
● To decrease speed, press the button for the opposite
direction.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
Index Search
Your recorder automatically marks
index codes at the beginning of
each recording. This function gives
you quick access to any one of 9
index codes in either direction.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure the
recorder is in the Stop mode.
ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH
Press PUSH JOG or (™ or £) on the remote
control. "™ 1" or "£ 1" is displayed on screen and
1
search begins in the corresponding direction.
● To access index codes 2 through 9, press PUSH JOG
%
fi
or repeatedly until the correct index number is
displayed.
Ex.: To locate the beginning of B from the current
position, press PUSH JOG twice.
To locate the beginning of D from the current
position, press PUSH JOG once.
● When the specified index code is located, playback
begins automatically.
fi
%
Current position
AB C D E F
–2–11 2 3
%
%
fi
%
%
Index number
%
£
Manual Tracking
Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking
control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the
tracking manually by pressing the PR +/– buttons.
OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC
TRACKING
Press (SP/LP/EP) on the remote to engage manual
tracking.
1
ADJUST TRACKING
MANUALLY
Press PR +/– to adjust tracking.
2
2
RETURN TO AUTOMATIC
TRACKING
Press (SP/LP/EP) on the remote to re-engage
automatic tracking.
3
NOTE:
When a new tape is inserted, the recorder enters the automatic
tracking mode automatically.
Repeat Playback
Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape
100 times repeatedly.
START PLAYBACK
Press PLAY.
1
ACTIVATE REPEAT
PLAYBACK
Press PLAY and hold for over 5 seconds, then release.
● The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks
2
slowly.
● The tape plays 100 times automatically, and then
stops.
STOP PLAYBACK
Press STOP at any time to stop playback.
3
NOTE:
Pressing PLAY, REW, FF or PAUSE also stops Repeat Playback.
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PLAYBACK (cont.)
Next Function Memory
The Next Function Memory "tells" the recorder what to do after
rewinding. Before continuing, ensure that the recorder is in the
Stop mode.
a– For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind...
...press REW, then press PLAY within 2 seconds.
b– For Automatic Power Off After Tape Rewind...
...press REW, then press within 2 seconds.
c– For Automatic Timer Standby After Tape Rewind...
...press REW, then press
‰‰
‰ within 2 seconds.
‰‰
NOTE:
It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer functions if the
cassette's record safety tab is removed.
Tape Position Indicator
The tape position indicator
appears on screen when, from
the Stop mode, you press FF,REW or perform an Index
Search. The position of "5" in
relation to "0" (beginning) or "+"
(end) shows you where you are
on the tape.
"O.S.D." ( pg. 10) must be
set to "ON", or the indicator
will not appear.
0
Beginning
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when
the indication is not correct.
3
REMAIN 1:00
1:23:45
+++
End
Skip Search
SKIP OVER UNWANTED
SECTIONS
Press 30 SEC 1 to 4 times during playback. Each press
initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion playback.
1
Normal playback resumes automatically.
NOTE:
To return to normal playback during a Skip Search, press PLAY.
Instant ReView
Simply by pressing a single button, the recorder power comes
on, rewinds, and begins playback of the last timer-recorded
programme. If you have several programmes recorded, you can
easily access any of them.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure that the recorder is off and that the
Timer mode is disengaged.
ACTIVATE INSTANT
REVIEW
Press REVIEW. The recorder power comes on and the
recorder searches for the index code indicating the start
1
of the last timer-recorded programme. Once it's found,
playback begins automatically.
● The front display panel tells you how many
programmes have been recorded. If you have, for
example, 3 programmes, "REVIEW" and "3" appear
and blink. To watch the first of the 3 programmes,
press REVIEW three times. The recorder searches and
begins playback automatically. You can access a
programme as far as 9 index codes away from the
current tape position.
NOTE:
Instant ReView is not possible while the recorder is in the Timer
mode.
Soundtrack Selection
Your video recorder is capable of recording three soundtracks (HI-FI L, HI-FI R and NORM) and will play back the one you select.
During Playback
Pressing AUDIO on the remote control changes the soundtrack being played back as follows:
TRACK
Recorder's Front PanelOn-Screen Display
NORMNORMFor audio-dubbed tapes
NORM
HI FI
L
HI FI
L
HI FI
HI FI
NORM
R
R
USE
For Hi-Fi stereo tapes
For main audio of Bilingual tapes
For sub audio of Bilingual tapes
For audio-dubbed tapes
NOTES:
●
" " should normally be
selected. In this mode, Hi-Fi stereo
tapes are played back in stereo, and
the NORM track is played back
automatically for tapes with only
normal audio.
●
For instructions on recording stereo
and bilingual programmes, refer to
page 19.
●
"O.S.D." must be set to "ON" or the
on-screen displays will not appear
( pg. 10).
RECORDING
STOP
PLAY
COLOUR SYSTEM
RECORD
SP/LP/EP
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
PR +/–
Basic
Recording
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
PR+
PR–
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NUMBER
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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.
S-VHS recording is possible only for PAL recordings made in the
SP or LP mode, or NTSC recordings made in the SP mode.
S-VHS ET recording is possible only for PAL recordings made in
the SP mode, or NTSC recordings made in the SP mode.
LOAD A CASSETTE
Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact.
● The counter is reset to 0:00:00 and the recorder
1
power comes on automatically.
● Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the
COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 44).
CHOOSE A PROGRAMME
Press PR +/– or the NUMBER keys to select the channel
you wish to record.
2
SET TAPE SPEED
Press SP/LP/EP (). Check the SP/LP/EP indicator on
the recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape
3
speed.
START RECORDING
Press and hold RECORD and PLAY on the remote
control, or press RECORD on the recorder.
4
B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of each first
SP and first LP (or EP) recording after inserting the
cassette ( pg. 22).
PAUSE/RESUME
RECORDING
Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.
5
RECORD
3
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.
PAUSE
Record safety tab
STOP RECORDING
Press STOP on the remote control or STOP/EJECT on
the recorder. Then press STOP/EJECT to remove the
6
cassette.
NOTE:
When recording in NTSC, if EP is selected, recording will
always be done in the VHS mode even if an S-VHS cassette is
used.
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.
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RECORD
AUDIO
PR +/–
Recording
Features
PR+
PR–
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RECORDING (cont.)
Record One Programme
While Watching Another
SELECT CHANNEL TO
WATCH
Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to
set the channel controls on the TV for the station you
1
wish to view.
● The programme selected with the TV's channel
controls appears on the TV screen while the one
selected with the PR +/– buttons is recorded on the
tape.
Elapsed Recording Time
Indication
You can check the exact time of a recording.
SET COUNTER DISPLAY
Press – –:– – until a counter reading appears on the
display panel.
– –:– –
2
4
PR +/–
1
● By pressing the – –:– – button, you can change the
display to show the counter reading, channel
position*, clock time or tape remaining time.
*Channel position is not displayed during playback.
RESET COUNTER
Press 0000 before starting recording or playback.
● The counter is reset to "0:00:00" and shows the exact
2
elapsed time as the tape runs.
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3
EN 19
Instant Timer Recording (ITR)
This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours
(selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the recorder off
after recording is finished.
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.
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, channel
position*, clock time or tape remaining time.
* Channel 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.
Receiving Stereo And
Bilingual Programmes
Your recorder is equipped with a Sound-Multiplex decoder (A2) and
a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM) as well, making reception
of stereo and bilingual broadcasts possible.
When the channel is changed, the type of broadcast being
received will be displayed on the TV screen for a few seconds.
● To listen to a stereo programme, press AUDIO until " " and
" " appear on the front display panel or "HIFI L R"
appears on the screen.
● To listen to a bilingual programme, press AUDIO until " " or
" " appears on the front display panel, or "HIFI L " or
"HIFI R" appears on the screen (as required).
● To listen to the Standard (regular monaural) audio while
receiving a NICAM broadcast, press AUDIO until "NORM"
appears on the front display panel or on the screen.
On-screen Display
NOTE:
"O.S.D." must be set to "ON" or the on-screen displays will not
appear ( pg. 10).
To Record Stereo And
Bilingual Programmes (A2)
● Stereo programmes are automatically recorded in stereo on
the Hi-Fi audio track (with the normal audio track recording
mixed L and R channel sound).
● Bilingual programmes are automatically recorded in bilingual
on the Hi-Fi audio track. The main soundtrack will be recorded
on the normal audio track.
To Record NICAM Stereo And
Bilingual Programmes
The NICAM audio programme will be recorded on the Hi-Fi
audio track, and the Standard audio programme on the normal
audio track.
NOTES:
●
If the quality of stereo sound being received is poor, the
broadcast will be received in monaural with better quality.
●
Before playing back a programme recorded in stereo, or a
bilingual programme, refer to "Soundtrack Selection" ( pg. 16).
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4
S-VHS ET
MENU
RECORDING (cont.)
S-VHS (Super VHS), S-VHS
ET and VHS
Your recorder can record in S-VHS, S-VHS ET or VHS.
S-VHS allows you to make high quality video recordings with a
horizontal resolution of 400 lines. This compares with the 240
lines of resolution of normal VHS recordings. To achieve the
PR+
PR–
0
1
3
OK
PUSH JOG
highest quality picture we recommend that you record in S-VHS
mode.
By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with SVHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this recorder. For
details, refer to page 21.
To record in S-VHS;
● perform the steps 1 – 4 below to set the "S-VHS" to "ON".
● then, insert a cassette marked "S-VHS", the S-VHS indicator
will light on the display panel.
The S-VHS recording mode will be automatically selected.
To record in S-VHS ET on a VHS high grade cassette;
● press S-VHS ET and set to "ON".
"Super VHS ET" on page 21.
To record in VHS;
● insert a cassette marked "VHS".
● press S-VHS ET and set to "OFF".
The VHS recording mode will be automatically selected
regardless of the S-VHS mode setting.
To record in VHS on an S-VHS cassette;
● insert the cassette marked "S-VHS", the S-VHS indicator will
light on the display panel.
● then, perform the steps 1 – 4 below to set the "S-VHS" to
"OFF"; the S-VHS indicator will go out.
The VHS recording mode will be selected.
ATTENTION
● S-VHS recording is possible only for PAL recordings
made in the SP or LP mode, or NTSC recordings made in
the SP mode.
● S-VHS ET recording is possible only for PAL recordings
made in the SP mode, or NTSC recordings made in the
SP mode.
● When recording NTSC signals in S-VHS or S-VHS ET, be
sure to select "AUTO" or "NTSC3.58" by pressing the
COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 44).
NOTES:
●
When playing back a tape that has been recorded in S-VHS or
S-VHS ET, the S-VHS indicator lights on the display panel
regardless of the "S-VHS" mode setting.
●
Tapes recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode can not be
played back successfully on normal VHS recorders.
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
1
ACCESS FUNCTION SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG %fi to
place the pointer next to
2
"FUNCTION SET", then
press OK or PUSH JOG .
SELECT S-VHS MODE
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
place the pointer next to
3
"S-VHS", then press OK or
PUSH JOG to select
"ON" or "OFF".
%
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
%
MAIN MENU
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
FUNCTION SET
B. E. S. T.ON
PICTURE CONTROLAUTO
AUTO TIMEROFF
O. S. D.ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMEROFF
S-VHSON
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
4
EN 21
S-VHS ET
Super VHS ET
Your recorder is equipped with Super VHS ET that makes it
possible to record with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes.
SELECT S-VHS ET SET
PR+
PR–
MODE
Press S-VHS ET. The button lights up.
1
● The "S-VHS" indicator lights on the front display
panel.
● To disengage the S-VHS ET mode, press S-VHS ET.
The button's light goes off.
NOTES:
●
You cannot activate the S-VHS ET function...
...while recording is in progress.
...while timer-recording (incl. Instant Timer Recording pg.
19) is in progress.
...while B.E.S.T. ( pg. 22) is in progress.
...when the recorder's power is off.
●
S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes.
S-VHS ET
This facility allows recording with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes. You can play back those cassettes recorded in S-VHS ET on
a recorder equipped with S-VHS ET.
NOTES:
●
To obtain the highest quality recording and playback pictures over a longer period on this model, S-VHS recording on S-VHS tape is
recommended.
●
You can play back S-VHS ET recordings not only on this recorder but also on another VHS recorder equipped with S-VHS ET.
* It is recommended to specifically label S-VHS ET recordings so you can easily distinguish them from regular VHS recordings.
●
S-VHS ET recordings can also be played back on an S-VHS recorder or a VHS recorder equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI
PLAYBACK) function. However, there may be cases where S-VHS ET playback is not possible on a particular recorder.
●
Frequent still, frame-by-frame and slow-motion playback may damage the tape and cause picture degradation.
●
With some tapes, better picture quality may not be obtained even with S-VHS ET recording. It is recommended that you do test
record beforehand to make sure whether better results can be obtained.
●
High Grade tapes are recommended for superior results.
●
Make sure that "B.E.S.T." is set to "ON" ( pg. 22).
●
During S-VHS ET playback, noise may appear depending on tape quality.
●
Noise may appear during search, still, frame-by-frame and slow-motion playback.
●
If the playback picture becomes blurred or interrupted, use a cleaning cassette.
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PLAY
RECORD
B.E.S.T. Picture
RECORDING (cont.)
The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking) system
checks the condition of the tape in use during recording and
playback, and compensates to provide the highest-possible
recording and playback pictures. The default setting for both
recording and playback is "ON".
System
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
PR+
PR–
RECORD
MENU
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2
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PAUSE
3
OK
Preparation
TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press .
1
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
2
ACCESS FUNCTION SET
SCREEN
Place the pointer next to
"FUNCTION SET" by
3
pressing PUSH JOG %fi,
then press OK or PUSHJOG .
fi
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SELECT MODE
Place the pointer next to
"B.E.S.T." by pressing
4
PUSH JOG %fi, then press
OK or PUSH JOG to set
to "ON" or "OFF".
fi
B. E. S. T.ON
PICTURE CONTROLAUTO
AUTO TIMEROFF
O. S. D.ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMEROFF
S-VHSON
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
5
MAIN MENU
FUNCTION SET
PUSH JOG
EN 23
Recording
START RECORDING
Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote,
or press RECORD on the recorder.
1
DURING B.E.S.T.
B.E.S.T. COMPLETE
● The recorder spends approximately 7 seconds
assessing the condition of the tape, then begins
recording.
NOTES:
●
The B.E.S.T. system works for both SP and LP (or EP) modes
only after a tape has been inserted and the Record mode is
first initiated. It does not work during recording.
●
In the case of timer recording, the B.E.S.T. system works
before recording is initiated.
●
Once the cassette is ejected, the B.E.S.T. data is cancelled.
The next time the cassette is used for recording, B.E.S.T. is reperformed.
●
Pressing the recorder's RECORD button while "BEST" is
displayed does not start Instant Timer Recording ( pg. 19).
Playback
The recorder assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate
playback.
START PLAYBACK
Press PLAY.
1
● The recorder adjusts the playback picture quality
based on the quality of the tape in use.
● B.E.S.T. is active during Auto Tracking. "BEST" appears
blinking on the recorder's display panel.
NOTES:
●
When watching a tape recorded with "B.E.S.T." set to "ON", it
is recommended that you leave B.E.S.T. on during playback as
well.
●
When watching a rental tape or one recorded on another
video recorder, or when using this recorder as the player for
editing, set B.E.S.T. to your preference by performing steps 1
through 5 on page 22.
●
"BEST" only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking.
Even though it doesn't appear after that, the B.E.S.T. function
is operative.
ATTENTION
Since the B.E.S.T. system works before recording actually
starts, there is a delay of approximately 7 seconds after
RECORD and PLAY on the remote are pressed, or RECORD
on the recorder is pressed. To make sure you record the
desired scene or programme in its entirety, first perform the
following steps:
1) Press and hold PAUSE and press RECORD to engage the
RECORD PAUSE mode.
●
The recorder then automatically checks the condition
of the tape and, after approximately 7 seconds, reenters RECORD PAUSE.
2) Press PLAY to start recording.
●
If you want to bypass the B.E.S.T. system and begin
recording immediately, set "B.E.S.T." to "OFF" in step 4
on page 22.
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G-
CODE
™/S
HOW
V
IEW
System Setup
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
INFORMATION
G-CODE and SHOWVIEW are different trademarks used to
represent the same easy recording feature, but only the term
G-CODE system will be used in the instructions. If you use the
SHOWVIEW system, follow the same instructions listed for
the G-CODE system.
™
TIMER RECORDING
The G-CODE timer programming system eliminates the need to
input channel, date, start and stop time data when setting the
timer record function. Simply key in the G-CODE number for the
TV programme you wish to record (found in most TV listings)
and the recorder's timer is automatically programmed.
You have to set "GUIDE PROG" numbers, which are assigned to
each station for purposes of G-CODE timer programming, for all the
stations stored in your recorder's memory to get proper results.
Before G-CODE system setup you must have performed the
following procedures:
● Tuner setting ( pg. 8, 46)
● Clock setting ( pg. 12)
IMPORTANT
Perform the following procedure after Auto Set Up on page 8
and/or the channel setting steps on pages 46– 49.
After setting the Guide Program Numbers, channel positions
may be incorrect if you stored or skipped channels. In this case,
re-perform Guide Program Number setting.
Guide Program Number Set
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
MENU
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3
2
4
OK
PUSH JOG
NUMBER
1
ACCESS INITIAL SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to place the pointer next to
"INITIAL SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .
2
ACCESS G-CODE/
SHOWVIEW SETUP
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to place the pointer next to
"G-CODE/SHOWVIEW SETUP", then press OK or
3
PUSH JOG .
ENTER GUIDE PROG
NUMBER
Press PUSH JOG %fi or
NUMBER keys to enter the
4
Guide Program number for
the desired station as shown
in the TV listings. Then
press OK or PUSH JOG .
%
GUIDE PROGTV PROG
%
[0-9] OR [5/∞]:SELECT =
[MENU] : EXIT
%
G-CODE/SHOWVIEW SETUP
25
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4
NUMBER
ENTER RECEIVING
CHANNEL POSITION
NUMBER
Press PUSH JOG %fi or
NUMBER keys to input the
5
number of the recorder's
channel position on which
the Guide Program
number's broadcast is
received. Then press OK
or PUSH JOG .
● If the satellite broadcast is received on your
recorder's auxiliary channel "L-1", select "L-1" for the
channel position.
● Repeat steps 4 and 5 as necessary.
%
EN 25
G-CODE/SHOWVIEW SETUP
GUIDE PROGTV PROG
22
[0-9] OR [5/∞]:SELECT =
[MENU] : EXIT
MENU
1
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
6
3
OK
PUSH JOG
Guide Program Number
"Guide Program (GUIDE PROG) number" refers to the
assigned TV station numbers, according to broadcast area, for
G-CODE timer recording. The Guide Program numbers can be
found in most TV listings.
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COLOUR SYSTEM
G-
CODE
™/S
HOW
V
IEW
™
Timer
Programming
Remember, the clock must be set before you can
programme the timer ( pg. 10).
TIMER RECORDING (cont.)
With the G-CODE system, timer programming is greatly
simplified because each TV programme has a corresponding
code number which your recorder is able to recognise.
G-CO DE and SHOWVIEW are different trademarks used to
represent the same easy recording feature, but only the term
G-CO DE system will be used in the instructions. If you use the
SHOWVIEW system, follow the same instructions listed for
the G-CODE system.
Before performing G-CODE/SHOW VIEW Timer Programming:
● Be sure to read "G-CODE/SHOWVIEW System Setup" ( pg. 24).
● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder
will come on automatically.
● Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV
mode).
● Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the
COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 44).
PR+
PR–
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NUMBER
4
ENTER G-CODE NUMBER
Press the NUMBER keys to
enter the G-CODE number
2
of a programme you wish
to record.
● If you make a mistake,
press and input the
correct number.
G-CODE/SHOWVIEW
12345678
[0 – 9] =
[ ] : DELETE
[PROG] : EXIT
ACCESS G-CODE
PROGRAMME SCREEN
Press OK, and the G-CODE
Programme screen
3
appears. (If you're just
starting out, "P1" appears.)
IMPORTANT
Make sure the channel position number you wish
to record is displayed; if not, see "G-CODE/SHOWVIEW
System Setup" on page 24 and set the Guide
Program number for that G-CODE number correctly.
● If the number you entered is invalid, "ERROR" appears
on the screen. Press and input a valid G-CODE
number.
● If the "G-CODE/SHOWVIEW SETUP" screen appears,
see "ATTENTION – Regarding Guide Program
Number Set" on page 27.
G-CODE/SHOWVIEW123456789
STARTSTOP
21:00= 22:00
DATETV PROG
25.041
: OK
SET TAPE SPEED
Press SP/LP/EP () to set the tape speed.
– P1 –
SP
PROG
4
1
3
SP/LP/EP
OK
DAILY
NUMBER
PROG
STOP+/–
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2
4
OK
PUSH JOG
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RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press PROG or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears
on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen
5
appears.
● Repeat steps 1 – 5 for each additional programme.
ENGAGE RECORDER'S
TIMER MODE
‰‰
Press
‰. The recorder turns off automatically and "‰"
‰‰
appears on the display panel.
6
● To disengage the timer, press
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. To record the
extra programme, you must first cancel any unnecessary
programmes ( pg. 30).
●
It is not possible to timer-record a TV programme with a
G-
CODE
number which starts with "0".
‰‰
‰ again.
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Satellite Tuner Users
To timer-record a satellite broadcast using the G-CODE
system:
1
Perform steps 1 – 6.
2
Set the satellite tuner to the appropriate channel before
the selected programme begins.
3
Leave the satellite tuner's power on.
ATTENTION
Regarding Guide Program Number Set
"G-CODE/SHOWVIEW SETUP" appears after performing
step 3 if the Guide Program number for the G-CODE number
you entered has not been set.
● Press the NUMBER keys or PUSH JOG%fi to input the
channel position number on which your recorder
receives that station, then press OK or PUSH JOG .
The G-CODE program screen appears.
G-CODE/SHOWVIEW SETUP
GUIDE PROGTV PROG
2– –
[0-9] OR [5/∞]:SELECT =
[PROG] : EXIT
(Ex.) To timer-record a RTR
programme with the G-CODE
system.
* If your recorder receives
RTR on the channel position
2, press OK or PUSH JOG
after entering "2".
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DATE+/–
STOP+/–
COLOUR SYSTEM
Express Timer
TIMER RECORDING (cont.)
ACCESS G-CODE SCREEN
Press PROG.
1
Programming
Remember, the clock must be set before you can
programme the timer ( pg. 12).
Before performing the following steps:
● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder
will come on automatically.
● Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
● Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the
COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 44).
PR+
PR–
START+/–
PROG
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PR +/–
ACCESS PROGRAMME
SCREEN
Press START +/–. (If you're
just starting out, "P1"
2
appears.)
STARTSTOP
–:– – = –:– –
DATETV PROG
– –.– –– –
[+/–] =
[PROG] : EXIT
ENTER PROGRAMME
START TIME
Press START +/– to enter
the time you want
3
recording to start.
● Press and hold START
+/– to move in 30-
minute increments, or
press and release repeatedly to move 1 minute at a
time.
STARTSTOP
21:00= –:– –
DATETV PROG
– –.– –– –
[+/–] =
[PROG] : EXIT
ENTER PROGRAMME STOP
TIME
Press STOP +/– to enter the time you want recording to
stop.
4
● Press and hold STOP +/– to move in 30-minute
increments, or press and release repeatedly to move 1
minute at a time.
ENTER PROGRAMME DATE
Press DATE +/–. (The current date appears on screen.
The date you enter appears in its place.)
5
ENTER CHANNEL
POSITION
Press PR +/–.
6
STARTSTOP
21:00=22:00
DATETV PROG
25.121
[+/–] =
[PROG] : EXIT
– P1 –
SP
– P1 –
SP
– P1 –
SP
DAILY
PROG
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WEEKLY
SET TAPE SPEED
Press SP/LP/EP () to set the tape speed.
7
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
After confirming all information is correct, press PROG
or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the
8
screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen
appears.
● Repeat steps 1 – 8 for each additional programme.
ENGAGE RECORDER'S
TIMER MODE
‰‰
Press
‰. The recorder turns off automatically and "‰"
‰‰
appears on the display panel.
9
● To disengage the timer, press
‰‰
‰ again.
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OK
NOTES:
●
To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .
. . . anytime during steps 2 through 8, 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. To record the
extra programme, you must first cancel any unnecessary
programmes ( pg. 30).
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DATE+/–
STOP+/–
START+/–
MENU
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SP/LP/EP
PUSH JOG
PR +/–
OK
TIMER RECORDING (cont.)
Check, Cancel And Replace
Programmes
DISENGAGE TIMER MODE
‰‰
Press
‰, then press .
‰‰
1
ACCESS PROGRAMME
CHECK SCREEN
‰‰
Press
‰?.
‰‰
2
ACCESS PROGRAMME
SCREEN
‰‰
Press
‰? again to check
‰‰
more information. Each
3
time you press
next programme's
information appears.
Press to cancel a programme. To replace a
programme, press the appropriate button: START+/–,
4
STOP+/–, DATE+/–, PR+/–, SP/LP/EP ().
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
‰‰
Press
‰? as many times as necessary. If there are still
‰‰
some programmes remaining, go on to step 6.
5
RETURN TO TIMER MODE
‰‰
Press
‰.
‰‰
6
START+/–
DATE+/–
STOP+/–
SP/LP/EP
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When programmes overlap
each other
If “PROGRAM OVERLAPPED” appears, you have another
programme overlapping the programme you have just made.
The Programme Check screen appears and conflicting
programmes will start blinking.
PR START STOPCH DATE
2
4
PR +/–
PROGRAM OVERLAPPED
Example: Programme 1 (you have just made) and Programme 4
overlap each other.
If you do not mind this overlap, press
timer programme setting. The programme with the lower
programme number will be recorded and the other one
will not be recorded correctly. If no changes are made
for approximately 1 minute, the recorder will return to
the normal screen.
PROG
CANCEL OR CHANGE
PROGRAMME SETTING
To cancel a programme, press when the Programme
screen you do not want is shown. “PROGRAM
3
COMPLETED” appears on the TV screen for about 5
seconds, then the normal screen appears.
To change a programme, press the appropriate button:
START+/-, STOP +/-, DATE+/-, PR+/- and/or SP/LP/EP
() when the Programme screen on which you want
to make changes is shown, then press OK. “PROGRAM
COMPLETED” appears on the TV screen for about 5
seconds, then the normal screen appears.
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to finish the
NOTE:
If the overlap is not yet solved, or another overlap occurs
with the timer programme setting after making the last
correction on a programme, the conflicting programmes
will be shown on the Programme Check screen again.
Repeat the above steps again until the overlap is solved.
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TIMER RECORDING (cont.)
Auto SP→LP Timer
If, when timer-recording in SP mode, there is not enough tape to
record the entire programme, the recorder automatically
switches to LP mode (with PAL broadcasts) or EP mode (with
NTSC broadcasts) to allow complete recording.
For Example . . .
Recording a PAL-broadcast programme of 210 minutes in length
onto a 180-minute tape.
Approximately 150 minutesApproximately 60 minutes
SP modeLP mode
Total 210 minutes
Make sure you set "AUTO SP→LP TIMER" to "ON" at the
Function Set screen before the timer-recording starts.
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
1
ACCESS FUNCTION SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to place the pointer next to
"FUNCTION SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .
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2
SELECT MODE
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
place the pointer next to
3
"AUTO SP→LP TIMER",
then press OK or PUSH
%
JOG to select "ON".
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
FUNCTION SET
B. E. S. T.ON
PICTURE CONTROLAUTO
AUTO TIMEROFF
O. S. D.ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMEROFF
S-VHSON
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
Auto Timer
When the Auto Timer is set to ON the timer is automatically
engaged when the recorder power is turned off and automatically disengaged when the recorder is powered back on.
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
1
ACCESS FUNCTION SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
place the pointer next to
2
"FUNCTION SET", then
press OK or PUSH JOG .
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FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
MAIN MENU
SELECT MODE
Press PUSH JOG%fi to
place the pointer next to
3
"AUTO TIMER", then press
OK or PUSH JOG to
select either "ON" or
"OFF".
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FUNCTION SET
B. E. S. T.ON
PICTURE CONTROLAUTO
AUTO TIMEROFF
O. S. D.ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMEROFF
S-VHSON
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
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NOTES:
●
If you have programmed the recorder to timer-record 2 or
more programmes, the second programme and those
thereafter may not fit on the tape if you set "AUTO SP→LP
TIMER" to "ON". In this case, make sure the mode is not
engaged, then set the tape speed manually during timer
programming.
●
In order to ensure that the recording fits on the tape, this
feature may leave a slight non-recorded section at the end of
the tape.
●
There may be some noise and sound disturbance at the point
on the tape where the recorder switches from SP to LP (or EP)
mode.
●
The Auto SP→LP Timer feature is not available during ITR
(Instant Timer Recording), and the feature will not work
properly with any tapes longer than E-180 or with some tapes
of shorter lengths.
NOTE:
For safety, when Auto timer is set to "OFF", all other recorder
functions are disabled while the Timer mode is engaged. To
disengage the timer, press
‰‰
‰
.
‰‰
Automatic Sat-
SP/LP/EP
REC LINK
SP/LP/EP
ellite Program
Recording
EN 33
This facility allows you to automatically record a satellite
program which is timer-programmed on your external satellite
receiver. Connect a satellite receiver to the recorder's rear
AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors and program the timer on the
satellite receiver; the recorder starts recording when the signals
input from the satellite receiver to the rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN
connectors, and when there is no input signals the recorder
stops recording and the power shuts off.
Before performing the following steps:
• Program the timer on the satellite receiver.
• Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place.
SET TAPE SPEED
Press SP/LP/EP to set the tape speed.
PR+
1
PR–
ENGAGE AUTO SATELLITE
PROG REC MODE
Press and hold REC LINK for about 2 seconds. The
button lights up and the recorder turns off automati-
2
cally.
● To disengage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode, press
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NOTES:
●
Auto Satellite Prog recording is only possible with the rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors.
●
When the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode is engaged or the recorder's power is turned off after Auto Satellite Prog recording is finished,
the recorder will not enter the Timer mode even though “AUTO TIMER” is set to “ON”.
●
For timer programming of the satellite receiver, refer to the instruction manual of the satellite receiver.
●
Auto Satellite Prog recording is not possible if your satellite receiver does not have a timer.
●
The button's light blinks while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress.
●
Pressing the recorder's button while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress turns off and recorder's power and disengages
the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode.
●
If there is more than one satellite program you wish to record with Auto Satellite Prog Recording, it is not possible to set a different
tape speed for each; the tape speed selected in step 1 will apply to all the programs for Auto Satellite Prog recording.
●
The B.E.S.T. ( pg. 20) does not work while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress.
●
Depending on the type of satellite receiver, the recorder may not record a short portion at the beginning of the program or may record
slightly longer than the actual length of the program.
●
If you engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode when the satellite receiver's power is on, the recorder will not start Auto Satellite Prog
recording even though the button's light blinks. When the satellite receiver shuts off once and is turned back on again, the
recorder starts recording.
●
You can also record a program from your cable system in the same way if the system has a timer and is connected to the recorder's
rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors.
●
When you press the recorder's REC LINK button to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode, if the REC LINK button does not light
but instead blinks quickly even though your satellite receiver's power is off, Auto Satellite Prog Recording will not work properly
with that satellite receiver*.
If this is the case, perform “Express Timer Programming” ( pg. 26) to timer-record a satellite program.
*
Some satellite receivers output signals even if the power is off. Auto Satellite Prog Recording is not possible with those satellite receivers.
●
After Automatic Satellite Program Recording, the number of recorded programs will not be displayed on the front display panel for
the instant Review function ( pg. 16).
REC LINK. The button goes off.
● If the recorder's power is off, it is not possible to
engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode.
ATTENTION
● Be sure not to turn on the satellite receiver before the
program is executed; otherwise, the recorder will start
recording when the satellite receiver's power is turned
on.
● If you have connected another appliance other than a
satellite receiver to the rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN
connectors, be sure not to engage the Auto Satellite Prog
Rec mode; otherwise, the recorder will start recording
when the connected appliance's power is turned on.
● Auto Satellite Prog recording and timer-recording cannot
be done at the same time.
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NUMBER "2"
Remote
Control
SPECIAL FEATURES
Remote A/B Code Switching
The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video
recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote
control's A code control signals and another set to respond to B
code control signals. The remote control is preset to send A
code signals because your video recorder is initially set to
respond to A code signals. You can easily modify your video
recorder to respond to B code signals.
Functions
VCR
NUMBER "1"
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REMOVE POWER SUPPLY
Unplug the mains power cord from the mains outlet.
1
SET REMOTE CONTROL
CODE
While holding down VCR on the remote control, press
2
the NUMBER key "2" and then press OK.
2
RE-SUPPLY POWER
4
Plug the mains power cord back into the mains outlet.
3
TURN THE RECORDER ON
Press on the remote control. The recorder will now
only respond to B code signals.
4
OK
NOTE:
To set the recorder back to respond to A code signals, repeat the
same procedure as shown above except pressing NUMBER key
"1" instead of "2" in step 2.
TV
VCR
CABLE/SAT/DVD
TV/VCR
TV PR+/–
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EN 35
TV Multi-brand Remote
Control
Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your TV set.
In addition to JVC TVs, other manufacturer's TVs can also be
controlled.
Before you start . . .
● Turn on the TV using its remote control.
SET TV BRAND CODE
Refer to the chart below. While holding down TV on
the recorder's remote control, enter your TV's brand
1
code using the NUMBER keys, then press OK.
Check if the TV's power goes off as it should. If it does,
try other operations ( step 2).
● Once you have set the remote control to operate the
TV, you don't have to repeat this step until you
replace your remote control's batteries.
● Some TV brands have more than one code. If the TV
does not function with one code, try entering another.
OPERATE TV
First, press TV to set the remote control to TV mode, then
press the corresponding button: , TV PR +/–,
2
TV/VCR, TV +/– (Volume), (Muting), NUMBER
keys.
● For some brands of TV, you must press OK after
having pressed the NUMBER keys.
ATTENTION
The remote control can operate not only the video recorder
but also some of your TV, cable box, satellite receiver and
DVD.
● To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button
to set the remote control to the Video mode.
● To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the
remote control to the TV mode.
● To operate your satellite receiver, cable box or DVD, first
press the CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to
the satellite receiver, cable box or DVD mode.
Control Your TV Using
Additional Buttons
Use the NUMBER keys, and the button, button or
button to select the TV's channel.
● With televisions under Code 01, 02, 07, 08, 10, 11, 14,
20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 33, 35, 38, 40 or 42, the
button corresponds to the 1-digit/2-digit entry switching
button (often labelled – /– –) of your TV's remote control.
● With televisions under Code 01, 16, 28, 29, 34 or 39, the
button corresponds to the 10 + button, and the
corresponds to the 20 + button of your TV's remote control.
NOTE:
The way these buttons are used is determined by your TV. Use
these buttons as instructed for your TV's remote control.
‰‰
‰ button
‰‰
IMPORTANT
Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with
JVC televisions, as well as many other models, it may not work
with your TV, or in some instances, may have limited function
capability.
Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your
satellite receiver , cable box or DVD.
Before you start . . .
● Turn on the satellite receiver, cable box or DVD using its
remote control.
REW
STOP
TV PR+/–
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OK
@#
+/–
ATTENTION
The remote control can operate not only the video recorder
but also some of your TV, cable box, satellite receiver and
DVD.
● To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button
to set the remote control to the Video mode.
● To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the
remote control to the TV mode.
● To operate your satellite receiver, cable box or DVD, first
press the CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to
the satellite receiver, cable box or DVD mode.
SET BRAND CODE
Refer to the chart below. While holding down CABLE/
SAT/DVD on the recorder's remote control, enter one of
1
the brand code corresponding to the make of your unit
using the NUMBER keys, then press OK.
Check if the unit's power goes off as it should. If it does,
try other operations ( step 2).
● Once you have set the remote control to operate the
unit, you don't have to repeat this step until you
replace your remote control's batteries.
● Some brands have more than one code. If the unit
does not function with one code, try entering another.
OPERATE UNIT
First, press CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to
unit mode, then press the corresponding button:
2
For satellite receiver and cable box . . .
, TV PR +/–, NUMBER keys.
For DVD. . .
, PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW,@#(4¢) keys.
● For some brands of unit, you must press OK after
having pressed the NUMBER keys.
IMPORTANT
Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC
satelite receiver and DVD, as well as many other models, it may
not work with your unit, or in some instances, may have limited
function capability.
NOTES:
●
It's not possible to set the two units at the same time. You can
only set the remote control to operate one of these units at a
time.
●
You have to subscribe to a satellite or cable service to receive
satellite or cable channels.
These instructions enable you to connect your video recorder to
your Hi-Fi stereo system (if you have one) and listen to the
soundtrack through the stereo.
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AUDIO OUT
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Connect the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on your
video recorder to the AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR
1
terminals on your stereo system's receiver or amplifier.
NOTES:
●
When connecting your recorder's audio output connectors to
a stereo amplifier, make sure you connect L and R correctly.
●
If stereo or bilingual TV broadcasts are receivable in your
area, this recorder can record them independently of the TV
set and play them back through the connected stereo system.
●
When listening to sound through the connected stereo system,
turn the TV's volume down completely.
Audio Cable (not provided)
Rear View
CAUTIONS:
● This recorder has a dynamic range of more than 80 dB with
regards to its Hi-Fi audio capability. It is recommended that
you check the maximum level if you are going to listen to the
Hi-Fi audio signals through a stereo amplifier. A sudden surge
in the input level to the speakers may damage them.
● Some speakers and televisions are specially shielded to
prevent television interference. If both are of the non-shielded
type, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV set as this
can adversely affect the video playback picture.
EDITING
Preparation
EN 39
Picture Control
This feature helps you to adjust the playback picture quality
according to your preference. *The default setting is "AUTO."
For Editing
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
MENU
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ACCESS MAIN NENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
1
ACCESS FUNCTION SET
SCREEN
Place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET" by pressing
PUSH JOG %fi, then press OK or PUSH JOG .
2
SELECT PICTURE CONTROL
SET MODE
Place the pointer next to
"PICTURE CONTROL" by
3
pressing PUSH JOG %fi,
then press OK or PUSHJOG to select the
fi
desired mode.
AUTO*: Normally select
EDIT:Select when you dub tapes.
SOFT:Select when you want to soften the picture.
SHARP: Select when you want to sharpen the picture.
"AUTO."
It automatically adjusts the picture quality.
* When the B.E.S.T. function is set to "OFF" (
pg. 20), you can only select "NORM" instead
of "AUTO."
B. E. S. T.ON
PICTURE CONTROLAUTO
AUTO TIMEROFF
O. S. D.ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMEROFF
S-VHSON
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
fi
FUNCTION SET
PUSH JOG
Advantages Of S-VHS
Video Recorders
You can edit from VHS to S-VHS, from S-VHS to VHS, or,
from S-VHS to S-VHS.
● From VHS to S-VHS: Record VHS playback signals in the
S-VHS mode. Although the picture quality is inherently
limited by that of the original, the edited tape has better
picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing.
● From S-VHS to VHS: Because the picture quality of the
source material is very high, the edited tape has better
picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing.
● From S-VHS to S-VHS: All signals will be transferred
without degradation.
NOTES:
●
When you select "EDIT", "SHARP" or "SOFT", the
selected mode will not change until you select again.
●
When you select "EDIT" to dub tapes, be sure to
select "AUTO" (or "NORM" when the B.E.S.T.
function is set to "OFF") after you finish dubbing the
tapes.
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
4
NOTE:
Select EDIT when you are dubbing tapes. Refer to page 36, 37.
40 EN
EDITING (cont.)
You can use a camcorder as the source player and your video
recorder as the recorder.
Edit From
A Camcorder
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NOTES:
●
All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.
●
You can also use another video recorder as the player instead
of a camcorder.
●
When you select "EDIT" to dub tapes, be sure to select
"AUTO" (or "NORM" when the B.E.S.T. function is set to
"OFF") after you finish dubbing the tapes ( pg. 15).
IMPORTANT:
● To edit, both the player and the recorder must be of the
same colour system. Press your recorder's COLOURSYSTEM button to select the appropriate colour system.
● PAL, SECAM and NTSC camcorders can be used as a
player for editing.
● For more information on multi-system compatibility,
pg. 44.
2
4
PR +/–
MAKE CONNECTIONS
A
If the camcorder has no S-VIDEO output connector...
... connect the camcorder's AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
1
connectors to the recorder's front panel AUDIO/
VIDEO input connectors.
B
If the camcorder has an S-VIDEO output connector...
... connect the camcorder's S-VIDEO OUT and
AUDIO OUT connectors to the recorder's front
panel S-VIDEO(S-2) and AUDIO input connectors.
The recorder's rear panel S-VIDEO IN and AUDIO
IN input connectors are also available.
● When using a monaural camcorder, connect its
AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO L input
connector on your recorder.
● When a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder
is used, the camcorder is capable of controlling the
recorder. Refer to the camcorder's instruction manual
for operating procedure.
SET RECORDER'S INPUT MODE
Press NUMBER key "0" and/or PR +/– to select "F-1"
for the AUDIO/VIDEO input connectors, or "S-2" for the
AUDIO/S-VIDEO input connectors, depending on the
2
connectors being used.
SELECT "EDIT" FOR PICTURE
CONTROL SET MODE
Follow the "Picture Control" section on page 15, then
select "EDIT."
3
START CAMCORDER
Engage its Play mode.
4
START RECORDER
Engage its Record mode.
A If the camcorder has no S-VIDEO output connector...
You can use your video recorder as the source player or the
recording deck.
Edit To Or
From Another
Video
Recorder
TV Receiver
VIDEO CHANNEL
RF Cable (provided)
Another recorder
Recorder
Your recorderPlayer
AV Cable
(not provided)
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Connect the player's AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connector to
the recorder's AUDIO/VIDEO IN connector.
1
● Use the L connector for monaural connection.
SET RECORDING DECK'S
INPUT MODE
Set to AUX. With this video recorder, press NUMBER
key "0" and/or PR +/– to select depending on the
2
connector being used — "L-1" for the rear panel VIDEO/
AUDIO input connectors, or "F-1" for the front panel
VIDEO/AUDIO input connectors.
SELECT "EDIT" FOR PICTURE
CONTROL SET MODE
Follow the "Picture Control" section on page 15, then
select "EDIT."
3
START SOURCE PLAYER
Engage its Play mode.
4
START RECORDING DECK
Engage its Record mode.
RecorderYour recorder
(MONO)
AV Cable
(not provided)
Another recorder
Player
RF Cable
(provided)
TV Receiver
VIDEO
CHANNEL
5
NOTES:
●
When you use this recorder as the player for editing, be sure
to set "O.S.D." to "OFF" before starting ( pg. 10).
●
All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.
●
NTSC tapes being played back in the NTSC [ PAL mode
( pg. 45) cannot be dubbed to another recorder.
●
When you dub an NTSC tape using your recorder as the
playback deck, select NTSC 3.58 (or NTSC 4.43) with the
COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 44).
●
When you select "EDIT" to dub tapes, be sure to select
"AUTO" (or "NORM" when the B.E.S.T. function is set to
"OFF") after you finish dubbing the tapes ( pg. 15).
●
If you are using another recorder with S-Video and Audio
input/output connectors, you can connect those connectors to
this recorder's S-VIDEO IN/S VIDEO OUT and AUDIO IN/
OUT connectors.
When Using Your Video Recorder As The Source Player ...
... connect its rear panel S VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT
connectors to the recording deck's S-Video and Audio input
connectors.
When Using Your Video Recorder As The Recording Deck ...
... connect its front panel S-VIDEO and AUDIO input
connectors to the source player's S-Video and Audio output
connectors. Then, set the recorder's input mode to "S-1".
IMPORTANT:
● To edit, both the player and the recorder must be of the
same colour system. Press your recorder's COLOURSYSTEM button to select the appropriate colour system.
● For more information on multi-system compatibility,
pg. 44.
42 EN
PLAY
PAUSE
A. DUB
PR +/–
EDITING (cont.)
Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously
recorded tape with a new soundtrack.
Audio Dubbing
PR+
PR–
CD Player etc.
CD Player etc.
Mixer output
PR+
PR–
Audio mixer
Original sound
AUDIO OUT
Normal audio track
Video/Hi-Fi audio
track
Pre-recorded tape
Audio-dubbed tape
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Connect an audio component to the AUDIO L + R
connectors on the recorder's front panel.
1
● When connecting monaural equipment, use only the
recorder's AUDIO L connector.
SET INPUT MODE
Press NUMBER key "0" and/or PR +/– so that "F-1"
appears in place of a channel number.
2
LOCATE START POINT
Press PLAY to start playback of the tape in your
recorder, and press PAUSE when you find the point
3
where you want to start dubbing.
ENGAGE AUDIO DUBBING
Press A. DUB.
● Your recorder enters the Audio Dubbing Pause mode.
4
(" " blinks, " " and " " light up on the front display
panel.)
● To perform audio dubbing with audio mixing, press
AUDIO on the remote control to select " (L+R)" at
this point.
* Audio dubbing with audio mixing is not possible if
you're using a monaural audio component, or if
you don't have an audio mixer.
NUMBER "0"
1
PLAY
AUDIO
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0
2
4
PR +/–
PAUSE
PR+
PLAY
PAUSE
PR–
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1
AUDIO
2
89
4
0
EN 43
START DUBBING
Engage the audio component's Play mode, then press
PLAY to start the tape in your recorder. Audio dubbing
5
begins at this point.
● " " blinks and " " is displayed on the front display
panel.
● To stop dubbing temporarily, press PAUSE. Press
PLAY to resume dubbing.
END AUDIO DUBBING
Press STOP to stop the tape in your recorder, and
engage the audio component's Stop mode.
6
NOTES:
●
When monitoring the sound during Audio Dubbing, the normal
soundtrack is automatically selected. If you wish to hear the
mixed sound (Hi-Fi + Normal soundtracks), press AUDIO on
the remote control to select " NORM (HI FI + NORM)"
( pg. 16).
●
Audio dubbing stops automatically when the counter reaches
"0:00:00", and the recorder enters the Play mode. Check the
counter reading before dubbing.
●
Audio dubbing is also possible using the rear panel AUDIO
IN L + R connectors. When using these connectors, make
sure to select the correct input mode in step 2.
●
Audio dubbing cannot be performed on a cassette that has
had its record safety tab removed.
●
When playing back an audio-dubbed tape, press AUDIO on
the remote control to select the soundtrack you wish to hear
( pg. 16).
PLAY
STOP
PAUSE
3
44 EN
INFORMATION ON MULTI-SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY
Setting Of The Colour System Select Buttons
Use the COLOUR SYSTEM button on the front panel to select
the colour system. Pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM for about 2
Mode Display
AUTO
COLOUR
SYSTEM
* "NTSC[PAL" appears during playback only.
NTSC 3.58
NTSC 4.43
NTSC
PAL
MESECAM
PAL*
seconds displays the current setting on the screen. While the
current setting is displayed, press COLOUR SYSTEM again to
change the mode as illustrated on the left. The On-Screen
display will show which mode is selected.
ModeDescription
AUTOUsually set to this mode. This mode
automatically detects PAL, NTSC, SECAM
or MESECAM and adjusts to the colour
system being recorded or played back.
When it does not perform properly, set the
colour system manually.
MANUALFor recording, there is a choice of 4
selectable modes; PAL/MESECAM/NTSC
3.58/NTSC4.43. Select the mode that
matches the colour signal being received.
For playback, there is an additional mode
which allows NTSC tapes to be played
back and viewed on PAL TVs.
NOTES:
●
In the AUTO mode, NTSC signals will be automatically
recorded as NTSC 3.58.
●
In the AUTO mode, NTSC tapes will be played back as NTSC
3.58.
●
SECAM signals will always be recorded as MESECAM. Select
the AUTO or the MESECAM mode when recording SECAM
signals.
●
When playing back a SECAM tape, select the AUTO or
MESECAM mode. The playback picture will always be
monochrome.
●
In the NTSC4.43 mode, with some TVs, on-screen displays
(Programme screen etc.) may roll up or down and there may
be a loss of colour. When this happens, select the AUTO
mode.
Off-Air Recording
The built-in multi-system tuner is capable of receiving PAL B/G, I and D/K, and SECAM B/G and D/K and NTSC broadcasts.
TV systemRecorded tape
PAL B/G, I, D/K
SECAM B/G,
D/K (OIRT)
NTSC (M)
Multi-system
tuner
(B/G, I, D/K, M)
NOTE:
This model does not operate in BRAZIL (PAL-M) or ARGENTINA (PAL-N).
HR-S5700AM
Recording circuit
PAL
MESECAM
NTSC 3.58
PAL
MESECAM
NTSC
Playback
This recorder can play back all 3 types of recorded tape.
Recorded tape
PAL
Playback circuit
PAL
HR-S5700AM
EN 45
Multi-system receiver
MESECAM
NTSC
Manual switching
MESECAM
NTSC[PAL
NTSC 3.58 MHz
Manual switching
NTSC 4.43 MHz
Built-in
RFconverter
K, I, G, M, H
RF OUT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
PAL
(B/G, D/K, I, H)
NTSC (M)
Multi-system monitor
PAL
SECAM
NTSC 3.58
NTSC 4.43
NOTES:
When viewing NTSC tapes on a PAL TV set:
●
The picture may shrink vertically with black bars appearing at the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction on the
part of the video recorder nor the TV.
●
The picture may roll up or down. This can be corrected using the V-HOLD control found on some TVs. (This cannot be corrected if
the TV does not have a V-HOLD control.)
●
During search, still, or frame-by-frame playback, the picture will be distorted, and there may be a loss of colour.
ATTENTION:
When this recorder is connected to a multi-system TV, the audio signal may not be heard or may be noisy if the colour system
select switch of the TV is adjusted to the AUTO position. In such a case, set the TV's colour system select switch to the appropriate position which corresponds to the TV system you have selected at the TV System Select screen.
Tape-To-Tape Editing
There are 4 different types of recorded tape, depending on the signal recorded.
PAL
MESECAM
SECAM
NTSC
Recorded tapePlayback equipmentDubbed tape
PAL
MESECAM
SECAM
NTSC 3.58 MHz
NTSC 4.43 MHz
HR-S5700AM
Recording circuit
NTSC 3.58 MHz
NTSC 4.43 MHz
PAL
MESECAM
PAL
MESECAM
NTSC
46 EN
TUNER SET
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
MENU
123
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89
7
0
1
2
4
PR +/–
3
OK
PUSH JOG
IMPORTANT
Perform the following steps only if auto channel set has not
been set correctly by Auto Set Up function ( pg. 8) or if
you have moved to a different area or if a new station starts
broadcasting in your area.
Your recorder needs to memorise all necessary stations in
channel positions in order to record TV programmes. Auto
Channel Set automatically assigns all receivable stations in
your area so that you can call them up with the PR +/– buttons
without going through any vacant channels.
Auto Channel Set
TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press .
1
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
Press MENU.
2
ACCESS TUNER SET
SCREEN
Press PUSH JOG %fi to
place the pointer next to
3
"TUNER SET", then press
OK or PUSH JOG .
fi
MAIN MENU
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
SELECT AUTO CH SET
MODE
Press PUSH JOG %fi to
place the pointer next to
4
"AUTO CH SET", then
press OK or PUSH JOG .
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
fi
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
TUNER SET
CH EDIT
AUTO CH SET
EN 47
SELECT TV SYSTEM
Press PUSH JOG %fi to
place the pointer next to
5
the appropriate TV system,
then press OK or PUSHJOG .
If you perform Auto Channel Set when the aerial cable is not
connected properly, "SCAN COMPLETED -NO SIGNAL-"
appears on the screen in step 5. When this happens, make sure
of the aerial connection and press OK; Auto Channel Set will
take place again.
IMPORTANT
● If no sound accompanies the picture or the audio sounds
unnatural on some channels that have been stored by
Auto Channel Set, the TV system setting for those
channels may be incorrect. Select the appropriate TV
system for those channels. "TV System Selection –
When you see the picture but the audio can't be heard or
sounds unnatural" on page 49.
● Since your video recorder memorizes all detected
stations even if the reception condition is poor, some of
those stored stations may produce a noisy picture. To
delete those stations, "Delete A Channel" on page 48.
Major CountriesTV System
Australia, New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E.,
Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia,
Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco,
Lebanon, Iraq
China, Mongolia, RussiaD/K
Hong KongI
U.S.A., Japan, S.Korea, TaiwanM
B/G
Manual Channel Set
Store channels that were not stored during Auto Set Up ( pg. 8)
or Auto Channel Set ( pg. 46).
ACCESS TUNER SET
SCREEN
Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 46.
1
ACCESS CHANNEL LIST
Press PUSH JOG %fi to place the pointer next to "CH
EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG .
fi
2
SELECT POSITION
Press PUSH JOG %fi to place the pointer next to an
open channel position, then press OK or PUSH JOG .
3
SELECT BAND
Press PUSH JOG %fi to place the pointer next to the
band of your choice, then press OK to initiate Manual
4
Channel Set.
BAND SELECT
VHF L
VHF H
UHF
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SET DESIRED STATION
The screen to the right
appears when a station is
5
detected.
If you do not want to store
the detected station...
Press PUSH JOG %fi to
place the pointer next to
"CONTINUE", then press
OK or PUSH JOG .
Channel search will resume.
If you want to store the detected station...
Press PUSH JOG %fi to place the pointer next to
"STORE", then press OK or PUSH JOG . The Channel
List appears again.
● The blueback screen and the TV picture currently
being broadcast appear alternately for 8 seconds each.
● If you want to store another channel, repeat steps 3 – 5.
● When channel search completes for that band, the
Band Select screen appears again. To set channels for
other bands, select another band and start Manual
Channel Set again ( step 4 and 5).
● For fine tuning adjustment, see "Fine-Tuning
Channels" on page 49.
fi
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Press MENU.
MANUAL CH SET
PLEASE WAIT
VHF L 100MHZ
[MENU] : EXIT
STORE
CONTINUE
[5/∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
fi
fi
6
48 EN
TUNER SET (cont.)
Delete A Channel
ACCESS TUNER SET
SCREEN
Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 46.
1
ACCESS CHANNEL LIST
Press PUSH JOG%fi to place the pointer next to "CH
EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG .
Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart and see if you can repair the trouble yourself. Small problems are often easily
corrected, and this can save you the trouble of sending your video recorder off for repair.
TROUBLESHOOTING
POWER
SYMPTOM
1. No power is applied to the
recorder.
2. The clock is functioning properly,
but the recorder cannot be
powered.
3. The remote control won't function.
TAPE TRANSPORT
SYMPTOM
1. The tape does not run during
recording.
2. The tape will not rewind or fastforward.
PLAYBACK
SYMPTOM
1. The playback picture does not
appear while the tape is running.
2. Noise appears during visual
search.
3. Noise appears during normal
playback.
4. Noise appears during slow-motion
playback.
5. Noise appears during still
playback.
6. Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi
soundtrack.
7. The playback picture is blurred or
interrupted while TV broadcasts
are clear.
8. Playback picture has a loss of
colour.
9. No sound accompanies the
playback picture.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● The mains power cord is disconnected.
● "‰" is displayed on the display panel
with Auto Timer set to "OFF".
● The batteries are discharged.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● " " is displayed on the display
panel.
● The tape is already fully rewound or
fast-forwarded.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● If you're using the RF OUT connection . . .
. . . the TV receiver's channel selector
is not set to the VIDEO channel.
. . . the recorder's VIDEO channel
has not been correctly set.
● If you're using the AV or S-VIDEO
connection, the TV receiver is not set
to the AV mode.
● This is normal.
● The automatic tracking mode is
engaged.
● The automatic tracking mode is
engaged.
● Automatic tracking is engaged.
● The video heads may be dirty.
● The wrong colour system is selected
for the tape being played back.
● The wrong colour system was
selected during recording.
● The TV system you have selected at
the TV System Select screen is
incorrect.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Connect the mains power cord.
Press the
indicator off.
Replace the dead batteries with new ones.
‰‰
‰ button to turn the "‰"
‰‰
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Press PLAY to turn the " " indicator
off.
Check the cassette.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
If you are using the RF OUT connection . . .
. . . set the TV receiver to the VIDEO
channel. ( pg. 6)
. . . Perform "Video Channel Set".
( pg. 6)
If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO
connection, set the TV to its AV mode.
Try manual tracking. ( pg. 15)
Try manual tracking. ( pg. 15)
Press PR +/– few times to remove the
noise bars from the screen.
Engage and adjust tracking manually.
( pg. 15)
Consult your JVC dealer.
Select the correct colour system by
pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM
button. ( pg. 44)
Once recorded, the signal cannot be
corrected. Be sure to choose the
correct setting before recording.
Set it to the correct position for the TV
broadcast system used in your area.
( pg. 49)
RECORDING
EN 51
SYMPTOM
1. Recording cannot be started.
2. TV broadcasts cannot be recorded.
3. Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.
4. Camcorder recording is not
possible.
TIMER RECORDING
SYMPTOM
1. Timer recording won't work.
2. On-screen timer programming is
not possible.
3. "‰" and "]" on the display panel
won't stop blinking.
4. The cassette is automatically
ejected, and "‰" and "]" on the
display panel won't stop blinking.
5. "‰" blinks for 10 seconds and the
Timer mode is disengaged.
6. The cassette is automatically
ejected, the power shuts off and "‰"
and "]" won't stop blinking.
7. The G-CODE/SHOWVIEW system does
not timer-record properly.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● There is no cassette loaded, or the
cassette loaded has had its Record
Safety tab removed.
● "L-1", "F-1", "S-1" or "S-2" has been
selected as the input mode.
● The source (another video recorder,
camcorder) has not been properly
connected.
● All necessary power switches have
not been turned on.
● The input mode is not correct.
● The camcorder has not been
properly connected.
● The input mode is not correct.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● The clock and/or the timer have
been set incorrectly.
● The timer is not engaged.
● Timer recording is in progress.
● The timer is engaged but there's no
cassette loaded.
● The loaded cassette has had its
Record Safety tab removed.
‰‰
●
‰ has been pressed when there are
‰‰
no programs in memory, or the
timer record information has been
programmed incorrectly.
● The end of the tape was reached
during timer recording.
● The recorder's channel positions
have been set incorrectly.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Insert a cassette, or using adhesive
tape, reseal the slot where the tab
was removed.
Set to the desired channel.
Confirm that the source is properly
connected.
Confirm that all units' power switches
are turned on.
Set the input mode to "L-1", "F-1", "S1" or "S-2".
Confirm that the camcorder is
properly connected.
Set the input mode to "L-1", "F-1", "S1" or "S-2".
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Re-perform the clock and/or timer
settings.
‰‰
Press
‰ and confirm that "‰" is
‰‰
displayed on the display panel.
Timer programming can't be
performed while a timer recording is
in progress. Wait until it finishes.
Load a cassette with the Record
Safety tab intact, or cover the hole
using adhesive tape.
Remove the cassette and cover the
hole with adhesive tape, or insert a
cassette with the Record Safety tab
intact.
Check the programmed data and reprogram as necessary, then press
again.
The programme may not have been
recorded in its entirety. Next time make
sure you have enough time on the tape
to record the entire programme.
Refer to "G-CODE/SHOWVIEW System
Setup" and re-perform the procedure.
( pg. 24)
‰‰
‰
‰‰
52 EN
OTHER PROBLEMS
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
SYMPTOM
1. Whistling or howling is heard from
the TV during camcorder recording.
2. When scanning channels, some of
them are skipped over.
3. The channel cannot be changed.
4. Channel settings that were made
manually seem to have changed or
disappeared.
5. No channels are stored in the
recorder's memory.
6. "– –:– –" is displayed on the front
display panel after a power outage.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● The camcorder's microphone is too
close to the TV.
● The TV's volume is too high.
● Those channels have been desig-
nated to be skipped.
● Recording is in progress.
● After the manual settings were
made, Auto Channel Set was
performed.
● The TV aerial cable was not
connected to the recorder when
Auto Set Up was performed.
● The lithium battery is exhausted.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Position the camcorder so its
microphone is away from the TV.
Turn the TV's volume down.
If you need the skipped channels,
restore them. ( pg. 47)
Press PAUSE to pause the recording,
change channels, then press PLAY to
resume recording.
Perform manual setting again.
Connect the TV aerial cable to the
recorder properly and turn off the
recorder power once, then turn the
recorder power back on again. The
recorder will try Auto Set Up again.
( pg. 8)
Replace the lithium battery with a
new one. ( pg. 7)
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
EN 53
PLAYBACK
Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached
during playback or search?
A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning.
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Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the
still mode?
A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect
the heads.
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Q. When returning from multi-speed search to normal
playback, the picture is disturbed. Should I be
concerned about this?
A. No, it is normal.
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Q. Other than preventing further recording, what effect
does removing the Record Safety tab have?
A. It disables marking of index codes.
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Q. Sometimes, during Index Search, the video recorder
can't find the programme I want to see. Why not?
A. There may be index codes too close together.
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RECORDING
Q. When I pause and then resume a recording, the end
of the recording before the pause is overlapped by
the beginning of the continuation of recording. Why
does this happen?
A. This is normal. It reduces distortion at the pause and
resume points.
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Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the
Record-Pause mode?
A. No. The video recorder goes to its Stop mode
automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads.
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Q. What happens if the tape runs out during recording?
A. The video recorder automatically rewinds it to the
beginning.
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TIMER RECORDING
Q. " " and "‰" remain lit on the display panel. Is there
a problem?
A. No. This is a normal condition for a timer recording in
progress.
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Q. Can I program the timer while I'm watching a tape
or a TV broadcast?
A. You won't see the picture as it is replaced by the on-
screen menu, but the audio from the program or tape
you're viewing can be heard.
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Q. Is it possible to timer-record a TV programme
broadcast in 2000?
A. Yes, it is possible.
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ATTENTION:
This recorder contains microcomputers. External electronic noise or interference could cause malfunctioning. In such cases,
switch the recorder off and unplug the mains power cord. Then plug it in again and turn the recorder on. Take out the cassette.
After checking the cassette, operate the unit as usual.
54 EN
FRONT VIEW
STANDBY/ON
COLOUR
SYSTEM
INDEX
RE-VIEW
S-VIDEO(S-2) VIDEO(
1
STANDBY/ON Button pg. 10
2
COLOUR SYSTEM Button pg. 44
3
REVIEW Button pg. 16
4
Cassette Loading Slot
5
PLAY Button pg. 13
6
JOG Dial pg. 14
7
SHUTTLE Ring pg. 14
8
S-VIDEO(S-2)/VIDEO/AUDIO Input Connectors
MONO
)L–AUDIO– R
S-VHS ET
PR+
REC LINK
PR–
pg. 40
9
PR +/– Buttons pg. 17
+
8
4
0
6
15dB
NORM
VPS/PDC
VCR
VNLD
REVIEW
SPS
SP/LP/EP
A.DUB
0
REC LINK Button pg. 17
!
S-VHS ET Button pg. 20
@
Display Panel pg. 55
#
Infrared Beam Receiving Window
$
RECORD Button pg. 17
%
PAUSE Button pg. 14
^
SP/LP/EP Button pg. 18
&
A. DUB [Audio Dubbing] Button pg. 42
*
STOP/EJECT Button pg. 13
REAR VIEW
VIDEO
AUDIO
1
Mains Power Cord pg. 4, 5
2
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Connectors pg. 4, 5, 41
3
AUDIO/VIDEO IN Connectors pg. 41
4
S VIDEO OUT Connector pg. 5
5
S VIDEO IN(S-1) Connector pg. 40
(MONO)
L
R
INOUT
PAUSE
S VIDEO
OUT
IN(S-1)
ANT. IN
RF OUT
6
ANT. IN Connector pg. 4, 5
7
Remote PAUSE Connector pg. 40
8
Lithium Battery Compartment pg. 7
9
RF OUT Connector pg. 4, 5
EN 55
DISPLAY PANEL
+
8
4
0
6
15dB
NORM
1
B.E.S.T. Picture System Display pg. 22
Audio Level Indicator
2
Symbolic Mode Indicators
STILL:
PLAY:
FF/REW VARIABLE
SHUTTLE SEARCH:
AUDIO DUBBING:
AUDIO DUBBING PAUSE:
SLOW:
RECORD:
RECORD PAUSE:
SP
3
"Timer" Indicator pg. 27, 29
4
S-VHS Indicator pg. 20
5
Channel Display
REVIEW
Clock Display
6
Tape Speed Indicators pg. 17
7
Instant REVIEW Indicator pg. 16
8
Audio Mode Indicator pg. 16
9
Tape Remaining Time Indicator pg. 19
0
"Cassette Loaded" Mark
!
Counter Display
@
Mode Display (L-1, F-1, S-1 or S-2)
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1
3
8
7
2
9
4
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5
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REMOTE CONTROL
VPS/PDC
START
DEBUT
1
PROG
T
V
Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also
be used to operate your TV pg. 35.
How To Use
The remote control can operate most of your video recorder's
functions, as well as basic functions of TV, cable box, satellite
receiver and DVD sets of JVC and other brands. pg. 35.
● Point the remote control toward the sensor window.
● The maximum operating distance of the remote control is
about 8 m.
ATTENTION
The remote control can operate not only the video recorder but also some of your TV, cable box, satellite receiver and DVD
functions.
● To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button to set the remote control to the Video mode.
● To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the remote control to the TV mode ( pg. 35).
● To operate your satellite receiver, cable box or DVD, first press the CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to the satellite
receiver, cable box or DVD mode.
CABLE/
TV
TV/VCR
DAILY/QTDN.
89
AUX
0
STOP
FIN
EXPRESS
ENU
M
TV PR +
TV PR –
SAT/DVD
AUDIO
DATE
E
N
WEEKLY/HEBDO
T
E
R
/
E
3
OK
N
30 SEC
T
R
PR
E
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+
TV
VCR
123
456
7
0000
–
INDEX (cont.)
1
TV Button pg. 35
2
VCR Button pg. 35
3
TV/VCR Button pg. 35
4
REVIEW Button pg. 16
5
NUMBER Keys pg. 17
6
VSP/PDC Button (no function)
Button pg. 30
7
0000 Button pg. 18
8
STOP +/– Button pg. 28
2
4
9
START +/– Button pg. 28
0
PROG Button pg. 26, 28
‰‰
!
‰? Button pg. 30
‰‰
@
Rewind [REW] Button pg. 13, 14
#
RECORD Button pg. 17
$
STOP Button pg. 13
%
MENU Button pg. 8
^
PUSH JOG %fi Button pg. 8, 10
TV PR +/– Button pg. 35
&
CABLE/SAT/DVD Button pg. 35
*
STANDBY/ON
(
AUDIO Button pg. 16
Button pg. 10
(TV Muting) Button pg. 35
–:– – Button pg. 18
)
–
q
DAILY Button pg. 27, 29
w
WEEKLY Button pg. 25, 27
e
AUX Button pg. 34
‰‰
r
‰ Button pg. 27, 29
‰‰
t
DATE +/– Button pg. 28
y
PR +/– Button pg. 17, 28
u
30 SEC Button pg. 16
i
Tracking Button pg. 15
SP/LP/EP Button pg. 17
o
PLAY Button pg. 13
p
Fast Forward [FF] Button pg. 13, 14
Q
PAUSE Button pg. 14
W
OK Button pg. 6
ENTER/ENTREE Button
E
PUSH JOG (™£) Button pg. 14, 15
+/– Button pg. 35
TV
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%
NOTES:
●
When inserting the batteries, be sure to insert in the correct
directions as indicated under the battery cover.
●
If the remote control doesn't work properly, remove its batteries,
wait a short time, replace the batteries and then try again.
SPECIFICATIONS
EN 57
GENERAL
Power requirement
Rating: AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz
Operating: AC 090 – 260 V`, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 22 W
Temperature
Operating: 5°C to 40°C
Storage: –20°C to 60°C
Operating position: Horizontal only
Dimensions (WxHxD): 400 x 94 x 347 mm
Weight: 4.2 kg
Format: S-VHS/VHS standard
Maximum recording time
(SP): 240 min. with E-240 video
cassette (PAL/MESECAM)
: 160 min. with T-160 video
cassette (NTSC)
(LP): 480 min. with E-240 video
cassette (PAL/MESECAM)
(EP): 480 min. with T-160 video
cassette (NTSC)
VIDEO/AUDIO
Signal system: PAL-type colour signal and
CCIR monochrome signal,
625 lines/50 fields
: NTSC colour and EIA
monochrome signals,
525 lines/60 fields
Recording system: DA-4 (Double Azimuth)
head helical scan system
Signal-to-noise ratio: 45 dB
Horizontal resolution: 400 lines (S-VHS)
250 lines (VHS PAL/
MESECAM)
220 lines (VHS NTSC)
Frequency range: 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz