JVC HR-S8700EK User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-S8700EK

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INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS

SAFETY FIRST 2

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

Some Do's And Don'ts ............................ 4

QUICK SET UP GUIDE 5

CHECK THE CONTENTS ........................ 5

INSTALLATION ....................................... 6

AUTO SET UP ......................................... 8

PRESET DOWNLOAD ............................ 9

T-V LINK 11

T-V Link Functions ................................. 11

SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL 12

Satellite Receiver Control Setting ........... 12

BASIC OPERATIONS 14

Playback ............................................... 14

Recording ............................................. 16

VIDEO Plus+® Timer Programming ....... 18

Express Timer Programming .................. 20

VIDEO NAVIGATION 24

Navigation ............................................ 24

Title Editing ........................................... 26

Finding Title .......................................... 30

ADVANCED OPERATIONS 32

Playback Picture Adjustment ................. 32

Selecting The Sound You Want .............. 34

Looking For The Scene You Want .......... 36

Recording According To Tape Type ....... 37

Playback/Recording According To

Tape Characteristics .............................. 38

Automatic Satellite Programme

Recording ............................................. 40

Remote Control Functions ..................... 42

Minimizing Picture Degradation

While Editing ........................................ 45

Edit From A Camcorder ......................... 46

Synchro Editing ..................................... 47

Edit To Or From Another Video

Recorder ............................................... 48

Audio Dubbing ..................................... 51

Insert Editing ......................................... 52

Information On J Terminal ..................... 54

Other Functions .................................... 55

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 59

Connection To A Stereo System ............. 59

SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS 60

Video Channel Set................................. 60

Tuner Set ............................................... 62

Clock Set ............................................... 69

VIDEO Plus+® System Setup .................. 70

SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION 71

Questions And Answers ........................ 71

Troubleshooting .................................... 72

Index ..................................................... 75

SPECIFICATIONS Back Cover

LPT0319-001A

SAFETY FIRST

Safety Precautions

The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.

WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN

OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT

n Please read the various precautions on page 2 – 4 of this instruction manual before installing or operating the

recorder.

n It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent

of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.

IMPORTANT

Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your

home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain a proper safety approved extension lead/ adapter or consult your dealer.

In the unlikely event of the plug fuse failing be sure to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If the fuse fails again consult your nearest JVC dealer.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red

If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured Black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.

If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.

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n Cassettes marked "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only

with cassettes marked "S-VHS". By using the S-VHS ET function, it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this recorder.

n VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+ system is manufac-

tured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

CAUTION

n 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.

n Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or

fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.

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

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

" shows electrical power standby and " " shows ON.

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.

DO NOT block the recorder’s ventilation openings.

3.DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote control. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the recorder or remote control.

4. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.

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.

SAFETY FIRST (cont.)

Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnec-

tions between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equip-

ment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is

damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is de-

signed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements

of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheat-

ing will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always

fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL...

— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the

case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than

sorry!

QUICK SET UP GUIDE

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this JVC Video Cassette Recorder. Please use this QUICK SET UP GUIDE to help you to set up your video cassette recorder.

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STEP

CHECK ALL THE CONTENTS SHOWN BELOW

Video Cassette Recorder

SYNCHRO

RF Cable

Satellite Controller

"AA" Batteries (x 2)

Infrared Remote Control Unit

You are now ready to install your video recorder.

QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.)

INSTALLATION

STEP

CONNECT VIDEO RECORDER TO TV

Place the recorder on a stable, flat surface.

Back of TV

21-pin SCART Cable (not provided)

Aerial connector

21-pin AV input connector (SCART)

Mains Power Cord

Mains outlet

RF Cable (provided)

Make this connection if your TV has a 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) in order to reduce the possibility of interference. And if you are using a stereo TV, you will need this cable in order to enjoy stereo playback of videotapes.

OUT

SORTIE

AUDIO

AV1 (L-1)

OUT SORTIE

PAUSE TELEC.

AV2 (L-2)

IN/OUT ENTREE/SORTIE

IN/DECODER ENTREE/DECODEUR

SYNCHRO EDIT MONTAGE SYNCHRO

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TV Aerial Cable (not provided)

ANT. IN ANTENNE ENTREE

RF OUT ANTENNE

SORTIE

Back of Recorder

RF CONNECTION

To connect to a TV with NO 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) . . .

1– Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV. 2– Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack on the rear

panel of the recorder.

AV CONNECTION

To connect to a TV with 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) . . .

1– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per “RF CONNECTION”. 2– Connect an optional SCART cable between the AV1 (L-1) IN/

OUT socket on the rear panel of the recorder and the TV’s 21pin AV input connector (SCART).

3– Connect the provided RF cable between the RF OUT jack on

the rear panel of the recorder and the TV’s aerial connector.

NOTES:

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The AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector accepts and delivers either a composite signal (regular video signal) or a Y/C signal (a signal in which the luminance and chrominance signals are separated). If your TV's 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) is compatible with the Y/C signal, set "L-1 OUTPUT" to "S-VIDEO" after the connection and the initial settings are completed (Z pg. 50). You can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures. (For connection, be sure to use a 21-pin SCART cable that is compatible with the Y/C signal.)

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Set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV), Y/C, or RGB mode according to the type of your TV's SCART connector.

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For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction manual of your television.

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To obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures, you can also use the S-VIDEO CONNECTION described on page 7.

ATTENTION

n Do NOT Plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet until all connections are completed. n Do NOT press the button on the recorder or on the remote control to turn on the recorder's

power before you start the Auto Set Up procedure described on page 8.

Back of TV

Aerial connector

Back of Recorder

AUDIO IN connectors

S-VIDEO IN connector

Mains outlet

Mains Power Cord

OUT

SORTIE

PAUSE TELEC.

S-Video cable (not provided)

Audio cable (not provided)

AUDIO

OUT SORTIE

AV1 (L-1)

AV2 (L-2)

IN/OUT ENTREE/SORTIE

IN/DECODER ENTREE/DECODEUR

SYNCHRO EDIT MONTAGE SYNCHRO

JLIP

SAT CONTROL CONTROLEUR SAT

RF OUT ANTENNE

SORTIE

ANT. IN ANTENNE ENTREE

RF Cable (provided)

S-VIDEO CONNECTION

To connect to a TV with S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN connectors . . . 1– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF CONNEC-

TION" (Z pg. 6).

2– Connect the recorder's S OUT connector to the TV's

S-VIDEO IN connector.

3– Connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT connectors to the TV's

AUDIO IN connectors.

NOTES:

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You can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures.

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With S-VIDEO connection, you cannot use the Preset Download function. (Z pg. 9)

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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. (Z pg. 59)

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To operate the recorder with your TV using the S-VIDEO connection, set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV mode).

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For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction manual of your television.

ATTENTION

n Do NOT Plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet until all connections are completed. n Do NOT press the button on the recorder or on the remote control to turn on the recorder's

power before you start the Auto Set Up procedure described on page 8.

AFTER YOU FINISH THIS STEP

Go to Step 3 – AUTO SET UP

QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.)

AUTO SET UP

STEP

The Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock, the VIDEO Plus+ system assigned Guide Program numbers and the video channel* automatically the first time the button on the recorder or on the remote is pressed to turn on the recorder after the mains power cord has been plugged into a mains outlet.

* Useful if you have connected the video recorder to

your TV via RF connection (

Channel (RF output channel) is the channel on

which your TV receives picture and sound signals

from the video recorder through the RF cable.

SET THE TUNER CHANNELS, CLOCK, GUIDE PROGRAM NUMBERS AND VIDEO CHANNEL*

Before performing the following procedure, make sure that:

n the TV aerial cable is connected to the recorder. n the mains power cord is plugged into the mains outlet. n batteries have been installed in the remote control.

refer to page 10.

(Z pg. 6, 7), if the TV is turned on and set to its AV mode, the AUTO SET screen will appear.

to a TV offering T-V Link via the AV connection (Z pg. 6) and the TV is turned on, the recorder automatically performs the Preset Download (Z pg. 9) even if you select "Auto" for Auto Set Up function.

If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via the provided RF cable only (RF connection) —

the channel that is shown on the display panel is your Video Channel.

To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to the Video Channel. — Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do this.

If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via both the provided RF cable and a 21-pin SCART cable (AV connection) —

you do not need the video channel so you have to set the video channel to off. Press PR – until the display panel shows "_OUT Channel to off.

To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode. — Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do this.

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Press . If "Auto" appears on the display

panel, press OK or #. "Auto" blinks; do NOT press any button on the recorder or remote control until the display panel shows either the display as illustrated below in item 2 or "– – :– –". Auto Set Up usually takes about 4 – 12 minutes; the duration varies by area.

● If "– –:– –" appears on the display panel,

● With the AV or S-VIDEO connection

● When you have connected the video recorder

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Go to item 3 .

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Go to item 3 .

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Press OK to finish Auto Set Up and refer to page 10 to check the results.

ATTENTION

Once you have performed Auto Set Up, all the stored stations, Guide Program numbers and the video channel remain in the recorder's memory and the recorder will not perform Auto Set Up again. If there is a power cut and the recorder's memory backup expires you only need to reset the clock. (Z pg. 69)

If you have moved to a different area, perform each setting as required.

n Video Channel setting (for RF connection users) Z pg. 60 n Tuner setting Z pg. 62 n Clock setting Z pg. 69

If a new station begins broadcasting in your area, perform tuner setting (Z pg. 62) and, if necessary, video channel setting (Z pg. 60).

NOTES:

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Auto channel set function takes place first; it assigns automatically all receivable stations in your area.

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Auto clock set function sets the clock automatically.

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During auto channel set, the recorder recognizes each

station name of the detected stations and stores them in the recorder's memory, then automatically sets the VIDEO Plus+ assigned Guide Program numbers for those stations according to the broadcast area.

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For RF connection users: The video recorder detects the

channels which are not occupied by local stations and selects one channel automatically for your Video Channel that is located in the middle of more than 5 vacant channels.

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If there is 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 press to turn the power back on in order to re-start Auto Set Up.

PRESET DOWNLOAD

SET THE TUNER CHANNELS BY DOWNLOADING FROM YOUR TV, CLOCK AND GUIDE PROGRAM NUMBERS

When you connect the recorder and your TV via fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 6), you can set the recorder's tuner channels by downloading preset data from your TV instead of using the Auto Set Up function (Z pg. 8). After downloading is completed, the recorder sets the clock and the VIDEO Plus+ system assigned Guide Program numbers automatically. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

ATTENTION

You can use this function only with a TV offering T-V Link, etc.*

* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic, SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NexTView Link via fully-wired 21-pin

SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may differ by system.

Before performing the following procedure, make sure that:

n the TV aerial cable is connected to the recorder and a 21-pin

SCART cable is connected between your TV and the recorder.

n the mains power cord is plugged into the mains outlet. n batteries have been installed in the remote control.

Press . If "Auto" appears on the display

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panel, Press press OK or #. Preset position on the display panel increases from "CH1"; do NOT press any button on the recorder or remote control until the display panel shows either the display as illustrated on page 10 or "– – :– –".

● If "– –:– –" appears on the display panel, refer to page 10.

● If you are using the on-screen display, the T-V LINK screen will appear. Then the GUIDE PROG SET screen will appear during Guide Program number set.

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● If you press any button on the recorder or remote control while downloading is in progress, this process will be interrupted and

you will need to start again. See NOTES below.

to select "CH – –" and

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T-V LINK

PLEASE WAIT

[MENU] : EXIT

GUIDE PROG SET

PLEASE WAIT

[MENU] : EXIT

Press to turn off the recorder. Press

and hold down STOP on the recorder until the display panel shows the display as illustrated on the right. Press PR – until the display panel shows "_OUT– –" to set the Video Channel to off.

Press OK to exit Video Channel Set mode.

To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode. — Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do this.

NOTES:

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In areas where no TV station transmits the PDC signal, the recorder cannot perform either auto clock set or auto Guide Program number set.

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If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while downloading or set up is in progress, it will be interrupted; be sure to turn off the recorder power once and try again from the beginning.

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Auto clock may not function properly depending on reception conditions.

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When you perform Preset Download, be sure to use fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable.

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On this recorder, the characters available for station names (ID) are A–Z, 0–9, –, *, + and (space). The names of some downloaded stations may differ from those on your TV (Z pg. 66).

QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.)

Auto Set Up/Preset Download results appear on the display panel

When both auto channel set and auto clock set have been completed successfully the

correct current time will be displayed after the OK button is pressed in item after performing item 1 on page 9.

on page 8 or

* You can check if the Guide Program numbers have been set correctly when you perform VIDEO Plus+ Timer Programming

(Z pg. 18); if the correct preset position number is displayed in step 3, this confirms that the Guide Program number for the PlusCode number you enter in step 2 has been set correctly.

When auto channel set has been completed successfully but auto clock set has not, "(PR)1" will be displayed after the OK button is pressed in item item 1 on page 9.

When neither auto channel set nor auto clock set has been completed successfully, "– –:– –" will be displayed.

on page 8 or after performing

A If both auto channel set and auto clock set have been performed successfully:

1 Turn on the TV and select its VIDEO channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the

recorder's memory by using the PR button(s).

● If station names (ID — Z pg. 67) have also been stored in the recorder's memory, the station name will be displayed at the top left corner of the screen for about 5 seconds each time the recorder is tuned to a different station.

● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change preset positions, or to set or change station names, see pages 64 – 66.

Now you have finished the basic set up and can use your recorder for both playback and recording.

B If auto channel set has succeeded but auto clock set has not:

1 Turn on the TV and select its VIDEO channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the

recorder's memory by using the PR button(s).

● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change preset positions, or to set or change station names, see pages 64 – 66.

2 Perform "Clock Set" on page 69.

Now you have finished the basic set up and can use your recorder for both playback and recording.

C If both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed:

1 Make sure that the TV aerial cable is connected properly to the recorder (for RF connection), or that the 21-pin SCART cable

is connected properly between TV and the recorder (for AV connection). Turn off the recorder power once, then turn the recorder power back on again.

2 Perform "Auto Set Up" on page 8 or "Preset Download" on page 9.

IMPORTANT

n In certain reception conditions, station names may not be stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may not work

properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set properly, when you timer-record a TV programme using the VIDEO Plus+ system, the recorder will record a TV programme of a different station. When programming the timer using the VIDEO Plus+ system, be sure to check that the preset position corresponding to the broadcasting station you wish to record has been selected (Z pg. 18, "VIDEO Plus+® Timer Programming").

n Your video recorder memorizes all detected stations even if reception of some of them is poor. In these cases picture quality

may be poor. To delete those stations which have an unacceptable picture Z "Delete A Channel" on page 65.

n If any of the above problems occur, refer to pages 64 – 66 to input station names (Z "Set Stations") or delete unnecessary

stations (Z "Delete A Channel"). You can also change station preset positions (Z "Change Station Preset Position").

n For RF connection users: In certain reception conditions, the Video Channel may not be set correctly and interference may

appear in the TV picture while the recorder's power is on. Set your Video Channel manually. Z pg. 60, "Video Channel Set".

If you have any difficulty with the above procedures call the JVC Customer Service Hot Line on 020 8208 7654

T-V LINK

T-V Link Functions

When you connect the recorder and your TV via a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 6), the following functions are available. You can use these functions only with a TV offering T-V Link, etc.* For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,

SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NexTView Link via fullywired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may differ by system.

Direct Rec

You can start recording the programme that you are watching on your TV with simple operation. Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote control, or press RECORD on the recorder. Follow the procedure below to use this function.

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

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

ACCESS MAIN MENU

NexTView Link

You can download the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information from your TV for timer-programming on the recorder. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

TV Auto Power On

You can turn on the TV and set it to video mode automatically whenever you play a tape. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

VCR Auto Standby

You can use your TV's remote control to turn off the recorder. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN

Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to

"MODE SET", then press OK or #.

SELECT DIRECT REC MODE

Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to

"DIRECT REC", then press OK or # to set to "ON".

RETURN TO NORMAL

MODE SET

AUTO CH SET MANUAL CH SET OUTPUT/INPUT SET INITIAL SET REC LEVEL CTLT VIDEO NAVIGATION

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DIRECT REC ON

AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF DIGITAL 3R ON NEXT PAGE

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MAIN MENU

MODE SET

SCREEN

Press MENU.

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If "DIRECT REC" is set to "OFF", the RECORD button functions as described in "Recording" (Z pg. 16).

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During the Direct Rec, "– –" appears on the display panel.

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If a programme is recorded with the Direct Rec, the station name will not be registered for the Video Navigation. "– – – –" will be displayed for the station name.

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When you perform T-V LINK functions, be sure to use a fullywired 21-pin SCART cable.

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Direct Rec is not possible with a scrambled broadcast.

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To record a scrambled broadcast, set "DIRECT REC" to "OFF" and follow the procedure described in "Recording" on page␣ 16.

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Retake function (Z pg. 58) does not work during Direct Rec.

SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL

Installing Satellite Controller

Satellite Receiver Control Setting

The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a satellite receiver. Around 20 seconds before VIDEO Plus+ timer recording (Z pg. 18) or Express timer programming (Z pg. 20) starts, the recorder sets its input mode to "L-2" and automatically switches the satellite receiver’s channels using the provided Satellite Controller.

Satellite receiver

Your recorder

Satellite Controller (suggested locations)

SITUATE SATELLITE CONTROLLER

Place the Satellite Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the satellite receiver’s remote sensor

is unobstructed.

ATTACH SATELLITE CONTROLLER

Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached on the back of the Satellite Controller.

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Be sure to connect the recorder’s AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector to the satellite receiver’s 21-pin SCART connector.

NOTE:

When connecting your satellite receiver, refer to its instruction manual.

CONNECT SATELLITE CONTROLLER TO RECORDER

Connect the Satellite Controller to the SAT CONTROL connector on the rear panel.

Setting satellite receiver's

Satellite receiver

21-pin SCART cable

AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER

Back of Recorder

Transmitter

SAT CONTROL

Satellite Controller

brand and channel

After installation, set the satellite receiver’s brand and channel correctly; otherwise, the Satellite Controller cannot work correctly.

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

TURN ON SATELLITE RECEIVER

Turn on the satellite receiver’s power.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN ON RECORDER

Press MENU.

ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN

Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to

“INITIAL SET”, then press OK or #.

MAIN MENU

MODE SET AUTO CH SET MANUAL CH SET OUTPUT/INPUT SET

INITIAL SET

REC LEVEL CTLT VIDEO NAVIGATION

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SATELLITE RECEIVER BRAND CODE

JVC 73 AMSTRAD 60, 61, 62, 63, 92 CANAL SATELLITE 81 CANAL + 81 D-BOX 85 ECHOSTAR (VIA DIGITAL) 82 FINLUX 68 FORCE 89 GALAXIS 88 GRUNDIG 64, 65 HIRSCHMANN 64, 78 ITT NOKIA 68 JERROLD 75 KATHREIN 70, 71 LUXOR 68 MASCOM 93 MASPRO 70 NOKIA 87 PACE 65, 67, 74, 86, 92 PANASONIC 74 PHILIPS 66, 84 RFT 69 SAGEM 83 SALORA 68 SIEMENS 64 SKYMASTER 69 TPS 83 TRIAX 91 WISI 64

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NOTES:

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The Satellite Controller may not work with all types of satellite receiver.

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For some satellite receivers, you need to set its channel input mode to 2-digit.

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If your satellite receiver has more than two channel mode, be sure to set to "All Channel Mode". For details, refer to the instruction manual of the satellite receiver.

●

When selecting the satellite receiver's channel (Z step 6), signals from the remote control may interfere with signals transmitted from the Satellite Controller. In this case, move the remote control as close to the recorder's infrared beam receiving window as possible.

ACCESS SAT CONTROL SET SCREEN

Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to

“SAT CONTROL SET”, then press OK or #.

CLOCK SET GUIDE PROG SET

SAT CONTROL SET

JLIP ID NO. SET

] =

[

∞

[MENU] : EXIT

ENTER SATELLITE RECEIVER’S BRAND

Press the appropriate

NUMBER keys to enter the

brand code from the list in the left column, then press OK.

● If the brand code you entered is invalid, the code field is reset. Enter the correct brand code again.

● If the recorder is in playback or recording mode, you cannot set the brand code.

SAT CONTROL SET

0–9

[

] =

[MENU] : EXIT

SELECT SATELLITE RECEIVER’S CHANNEL FOR TESTING

Press the appropriate

NUMBER keys to enter

one of the channel positions on the satellite receiver, then press OK.

● You can select the channel position between 1 to 999.

● After pressing OK, the recorder enters the Test mode.

SAT CONTROL SET

SAT PROG : – – –

0–9

[

] =

[MENU] : EXIT

CHECK RESULT OF TEST

If the satellite receiver’s channel

number has been changed to the same channel as you set in step 6...

Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “CHANGED TO ...”, then press OK or # to finish the Sat Control Set mode.

If the satellite receiver’s channel number has not been changed correctly...

Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “NOT CHANGED”, then press OK or #. Then perform the procedure again from step 5.

SAT CONTROL SET

SAT PROG : 111

CHANGED TO 111

NOT CHANGED

[

] =

∞

[MENU] : EXIT

INITIAL SET

BRAND : – –

: TEST

STOP/EJECT

SHUTTLE

JOG

PR+/–

PAUSE

PLAY

Playback

BASIC OPERATIONS

The easiest, most basic operation possible with your video recorder is tape playback. Already-recorded signals on a video tape are read by your video recorder and displayed on your TV just like a TV programme.

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

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

REW

STOP

Tape Position Indicator

The tape position indicator appears on screen when, from the Stop mode, you press FF, REW or perform an Index Search. The position of “5” in relation to “0” (beginning) or “+” (end) shows you where you are on the tape.

”O.S.D.” (Z pg. 55) must be set to “ON”, or the indicator will not appear.

NOTE:

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

– –:– –

Beginning End

TV/VCR

PAUSE

1:23:45

REMAIN 2:35

+++

LOAD A CASSETTE

Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is

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

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

● While "– – – –" is blinking on the front display panel, the tape will run for a few seconds to search for the tape number.

● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback begins automatically.

FIND PROGRAMME START POINT

If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left. 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 (Z pg. 38).

● Playback picture quality of LP/EP recordings will not be as high as SP recordings.

STOP PLAYBACK

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

remove the cassette.

Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning cassette — JVC TCL-2U — when:

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

● The picture is unclear or no picture appears.

● "USE CLEANING CASSETTE" appears on the screen (only

with "O.S.D." set to "ON" (Z pg. 55)).

INFORMATION

When using the AV connection (Z pg. 6), initiating playback causes the VCR indicator to light and the TV to automatically enter AV mode. To return the TV to TV mode after playback is complete, press TV/VCR so that the VCR indicator turns off. * Depending on the type of TV used, TV/VCR button does

not always function as described above.

Usable cassettes

● Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on this video recorder. Simply place the recorded cassette into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like any full-sized VHS cassette.

● This video recorder can record on regular VHS and Super VHS cassettes. 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 the S-VHS ET function, it is possible to record

and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this recorder.

NOTE:

Refer to the SHUTTLE ring illustration below as you read the following procedures.

Still

Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback

PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK

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

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

playback.

Press PAUSE. Each time PAUSE is pressed the tape will advance one frame.

Press @ or #. Each time one of these buttons is pressed the tape will move one frame in the direction of the arrow.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

Slow Motion

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

reverse variable-speed search (refer to the illustration on the left).

During playback, press @ 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.

High-Speed (Turbo) 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 the

left for reverse high-speed search. Releasing SHUTTLE resumes still picture playback.

● For forward high-speed search, turn the SHUTTLE ring all the way to the right and release it within 1 second.

● For reverse high-speed search, turn the SHUTTLE ring all the way to the left and release it within 1 second.

During playback or still picture, press FF for forward high-speed 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.

ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION PLAYBACK

During playback or still picture, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward slow motion, or to the left for

reverse slow motion (refer to the illustration above).

During still picture, press and hold PAUSE for 2 seconds, then release. Press and release again to return to still picture.

During still picture, press and hold @ or #. Release to return to still picture.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

NOTE:

Manual tracking is possible during slow motion playback. (Z pg. 32)

ATTENTION

● In the high-speed search, still, slow-motion or frame-byframe playback mode,

● the picture will be distorted.

● noise bars will appear.

● there will be a loss of colour with a tape recorded in LP/

EP mode.

● Noise may appear or the picture may appear distorted with an EP-recorded tape during still, slow-motion, frame-by-frame playback or variable speed search.

● Picture may not appear during high-speed search with a tape recorded in LP mode.

● When normal playback resumes from search, still, slow motion or frame-by-frame playback, the picture may jitter vertically momentarily depending on the type of TV being used.

PLAY

STOP

PR+/–

SP/LP/EP

PLAY

RECORD

PAUSE

STOP/EJECT

Recording

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

4,5

BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.)

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

LOAD A CASSETTE

Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact (See below).

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

power comes on automatically.

● While "– – – –" is blinking on the front display panel, the tape will run for a few seconds to search for the tape number.

NUMBER

4,5

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

CHOOSE A PROGRAMME

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

SET TAPE SPEED

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

– –:– –

SP/LP/EP

TV/VCR

PR+/–

speed.

●

In EP mode, the recording time is extended three times.

● If you record a programme in EP mode on this recorder, it is recommended that you play back the EP-recorded tape on this recorder.

● Picture quality of LP/EP recordings will not be as high as on SP recordings.

START RECORDING

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

B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the first SP and the first LP (or EP) recording after inserting the cassette (Z pg. 38).

If "DIRECT REC" is set to "ON", the programme that appears on the TV screen will be recorded (Z pg. 11). (Only with a TV offering T-V Link)

● You can not change the preset whilst recording is in progress. To change the preset, see step 5.

PAUSE

RECORD

INFORMATION

When using the AV connection (Z pg. 6), you can switch between TV mode and AV mode by pressing TV/VCR. * Depending on the type of TV used, TV/VCR button does

not function as described above.

Recording Resume Function

If there is a power cut 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.

PAUSE/RESUME RECORDING

Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.

● During the Record Pause mode, you can change the

preset by pressing the PR +/– buttons or the NUMBER keys.

STOP RECORDING

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

cassette.

Accidental erasure prevention

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

Record safety tab

0000

PR+/–

RECORD

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Record One Programme While Watching Another

SELECT PRESET TO WATCH

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

wish to view.

● The programme selected with the TV’s preset controls appears on the TV screen while the one selected with the recorder's PR buttons is recorded on the tape.

Elapsed Recording Time Indication

You can check the exact time of a recording.

SET COUNTER DISPLAY

Press – –:– – until a counter reading appears on the

– –:– –

display panel.

RESET COUNTER

Press 0000 before starting recording or playback.

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

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

This easy method allows you to record for any length of time from 30 mins. to 6 hours (selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts off the recorder after recording is finished.

elapsed time as the tape runs.

Tape Remaining Time

DISPLAY REMAINING TIME

Press – –:– – until the time remaining on the tape appears.

● The display panel shows the tape remaining time with " " displayed.

● By pressing the – –:– – button, you can change the display to show the counter reading, preset position*, clock time or tape remaining time.

* Preset position is not displayed during playback.

NOTE:

Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away, or is not correct. "– –:– –" may sometimes appear, or the display may blink on occasion.

START RECORDING

Press RECORD on the recorder.

ENGAGE ITR MODE

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

SET RECORDING DURATION

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

RECORD to extend the time. Each press extends

recording time by 30 minutes.

NOTE:

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

STOP+/–

DAILY

WEEKLY

VIDEO Plus+ Timer Programming

Before performing the VIDEO Plus+ Timer Programming:

● Make sure that the recorder's built-in clock is set properly.

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

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

LCD panel

LCD PROG

NUMBER

PDC

PROG

You can use the remote control with LCD panel to enter the PlusCode number.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

ACCESS VIDEO PLUS+ DISPLAY

Press LCD PROG. The LCD panel looks like this:

– –:– –

SP/LP

BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.)

With the VIDEO Plus+ system, timer programming is greatly simplified because each TV programme has a corresponding code number which your recorder is able to recognise.

ACCESS VIDEO PLUS+ SCREEN

Press PROG.

VIDEO PLUS+

[0 – 9] = VIDEO PLUS+

+/–

[

] : EXPRESS PROGRAMING

[PROG] : EXIT

The front display panel looks like this:

ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER

Press the NUMBER keys to enter the PlusCode

number of the programme you wish to record, then press OK.

● If you make a mistake, press and input the correct number.

The PlusCode number you enter appears on the front display panel:

The display panel shows only a 4-digit number.

ACCESS VIDEO PLUS+ PROGRAM SCREEN

The VIDEO Plus+ Program screen appears (if you’re

just starting out, “P1” appears).

The display panel shows the programme start time. Pressing changes the display to the programme stop time, then the date and preset position.

VIDEO PLUS+

12345678

[0 – 9] = [ ] : DELETE [PROG] : EXIT

VIDEO PLUS+ 123456789

– P1 –

START STOP 21:00 = 22:00

SP VPS/PDC OFF

DATE TV PROG

25.12 1

: OK

BBC 1

ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER

Press the NUMBER keys to enter the PlusCode number of a programme you wish to record, then press .

● If you make a mistake, press and input the correct number.

The PlusCode number you enter appears on the LCD panel:

Then go to step 3 in the right column.

IMPORTANT

Make sure the preset position number you wish to record is displayed; if not, see "VIDEO Plus+ System Setup" on page 70 and set the Guide Program number for that PlusCode number correctly.

● If the number you entered is invalid, "ERROR" appears on the screen and "Err" appears on the display panel. Press and input a valid PlusCode number.

● If the "GUIDE PROG SET" screen appears, see "ATTENTION – Regarding Guide Program Number Set" on page 19.

SET TAPE SPEED

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

SET PDC MODE

Press PDC to select "ON" or "OFF".

If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/

PDC" is lit on the display panel, PDC is set to ON. If "VPS/PDC OFF" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/ PDC" is not lit on the display panel, PDC is set to OFF.

Z "PDC Recording" in the column below.

● VPS (Video Programme System) recording is not

currently available in the U.K. and not possible with this recorder.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press PROG or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen

appears. If the timer programme is overlapped with another one that was already set, "PROGRAM OVERLAPPED" appears on screen and "Err" appears on the front display panel. (Z pg. 23)

● Repeat steps 1 – 6 for each additional programme.

ENGAGE RECORDER’S TIMER MODE

Press ‰ (TIMER). The recorder turns off automatically and ‰ appears on the display panel.

● To disengage the timer, press ‰ (TIMER) again.

NOTES:

●

To Change The Stop Time . . . . . . press STOP +/– in step 3. You can compensate for anticipated programme schedule delays this way.

●

To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . . . . . in step 3, press WEEKLY (NUMBER key “9”) for weekly serials or DAILY (NUMBER key “8”) for daily serials (Monday – Friday). Either "WEEKLY" or "DAILY" appears on the screen. Pressing the button again makes the corresponding indication disappear.

●

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

●

It is not possible to timer-record a TV programme with a PlusCode number which starts with "0".

Satellite Receiver Users

To timer-record a satellite broadcast using the VIDEO Plus+ system:

1 Perform "Satellite Receiver Control Setting" (Z pg. 12). 2 Perform steps 1 – 7. In step 3, the display panel shows

"L2" for the preset position. In step 5, you cannot set PDC to ON.

3 Leave the satellite receiver's power on.

ATTENTION

Regarding Guide Program Number Set

"GUIDE PROG SET" appears after performing step 3 if the Guide Program number for the PlusCode number you entered has not been set.

● If you want to set the Guide Program number for the satellite broadcast station, press the NUMBER key "0" to change "TV PROG" to "SAT". Press %ﬁ to input the preset position number on which your recorder or satellite receiver receives that station, then press OK or # to set the Guide Program Number. The VIDEO Plus+ Program screen appears.

GUIDE PROG SET

GUIDE PROG TV PROG

2 – –

[

] =

∞

[PROG] : EXIT

[0]:SAT

(Ex.) To timer-record a BBC2 programme with the VIDEO Plus+ system. * If your recorder receives

BBC2 on the preset position 2, press OK or # after entering "2" using %ﬁ buttons.

Timer Warning

If you have programmed your recorder to timer-record a programme or a series of programmes, a warning appears on the screen to tell you that the recording is due to start in 5 minutes.

NOTES:

●

The warning only appears if you’re not in the Timer mode at the time.

●

If this recorder is being used as the player for tape dubbing, the warning screen will be recorded on the tape in the other video recorder.

The warning blinks for the entire 5 minutes leading up to the start of timer recording. To clear the display, press .

– WARNING– TIMER RECORDING TO START SOON

[ ]

PDC Recording

Now available from some TV stations, PDC (Programme Delivery Control) is a service designed to assure safe, accurate timer recording. With this system, special code signals are transmitted together with the audio/video signals. These code signals control your video recorder and have precedence over the advertised times which you may have preset into the timer. This means that your recorder will start and stop recording when the preset TV programmes actually start and end — even if the broadcast time of a preset TV programme is changed from what has been advertised. PDC is currently available nationally on BBC1, BBC2, Ch.4 and Ch.5, except from a few small relay transmitters. Ch.3 operates a PDC service in some areas. All channels intend to offer this service in due course. Check your TV programme listing guide for latest information. If the channel you intend to record does not offer a PDC service your recorder will not start recording if PDC has been selected. Be sure to set PDC to "OFF" if PDC is not available on your selected channel (Z step 5 above).

NOTES:

●

PDC recording is also possible when a satellite receiver or a cable system is connected to AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER on your recorder.

●

PDC recording is also possible via the AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector.

WEEKLY

DAILY

STOP+/–

DATE+/–

PDC

Express Timer

BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.)

If you don’t know the PlusCode number for the programme you wish to record, use the following procedure to set your recorder to timer-record the programme.

ACCESS VIDEO PLUS+

Programming

Before performing Express Timer Programming:

● Make sure that the recorder's built-in clock is set properly.

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

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

– –:– –

SP/LP/EP

PR+/–

7 9

1,9

PROG

START+/–

2,3

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

SCREEN

Press PROG.

ACCESS PROGRAMME SCREEN

Press START +/–. (If you’re just starting out, “P1”

appears.)

The front display panel looks like this:

ENTER PROGRAMME START TIME

Press START +/– to enter the time you want

recording to start.

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

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

The front display panel looks like this:

– P1 –

START STOP

– –:– – = – –:– –

SP VPS/PDC OFF

DATE TV PROG

– –.– – – –

[+/–] = [PROG] : EXIT

START STOP

21:00 = – –:– –

DATE TV PROG

– –.– – – –

[+/–] = [PROG] : EXIT

[0]:SAT

– P1 –

SP VPS/PDC OFF

[0]:SAT

ENTER PROGRAMME STOP TIME

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

● Press and hold STOP +/– to move in 30-minute increments, or press and release repeatedly to move 1 minute at a time.

ENTER PROGRAMME DATE

Press DATE +/– to enter the date on which you wish to record. (The current date first appears on screen. The

date you enter will appear in its place.)

ENTER PRESET POSITION

Press PR +/– to enter the preset position corre-

sponding to the broadcasting station you wish to record.

[+/–] = [PROG] : EXIT

– P1 –

START STOP

21:00 = 22:00

SP VPS/PDC OFF

DATE TV PROG

25.12 1

BBC 1

[0]:SAT

SET TAPE SPEED

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

SET PDC MODE

Press PDC to select "ON" or "OFF".

If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/ PDC" is lit on the display panel, PDC is set to ON.

If "VPS/PDC OFF" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/ PDC" is not lit on the display panel, PDC is set to OFF.

Z "PDC Recording" in the right column.

● VPS (Video Programme System) recording is not

currently available in the U.K. and not possible with this recorder.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

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

screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen appears. If the timer programme is overlapped with another one that was already set, "PROGRAM OVERLAPPED" appears on screen and "Err" appears on the front display panel. (Z pg. 23)

● Repeat steps 1 – 9 for each additional programme.

ENGAGE RECORDER’S TIMER MODE

Press ‰ (TIMER). The recorder turns off automatically and ‰ appears on the display panel.

● To disengage the timer, press ‰ (TIMER) again.

To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .

. . . anytime during steps 2 through 9, 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.

NOTE:

Satellite Receiver Users

To timer-record a satellite broadcast using Express Timer Programming:

1 Perform "Satellite Receiver Control Setting" (Z pg. 12). 2 Perform steps 1 – 10. In step 6, press the NUMBER key

"0" to change "TV PROG" to "SAT". The display panel shows "L2" for the preset position. Then press PR +/– to enter the preset position for the satellite broadcast. In step 8, you cannot set PDC to ON.

3 Leave the satellite receiver's power on.

PDC Recording

NOTES:

●

Set the start time (PDC time) exactly as advertised in the TV listing. A different time than advertised will result in no recording.

●

PDC recording is also possible when a satellite receiver or a cable system is connected to AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER on your recorder.

●

PDC recording is also possible via the AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector.

Timer Warning

If you have programmed your recorder to timer-record a programme or a series of programmes, a warning appears on the screen to tell you that the recording is due to start in 5 minutes.

NOTES:

●

The warning only appears if you’re not in the Timer mode at the time.

●

If this recorder is being used as the player for tape dubbing, the warning screen will be recorded on the tape in the other video recorder.

The warning blinks for the entire 5 minutes leading up to the start of timer recording. To clear the display, press .

– WARNING– TIMER RECORDING TO START SOON

[ ]

START+/–

DATE+/–

STOP+/–

PDC

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.)

Check, Cancel And Replace Programmes

DISENGAGE TIMER MODE

Press ‰, then press .

ACCESS PROGRAMME CHECK

– –:– –

SP/LP/EP

PR+/–

SCREEN/DISPLAY

Press .

START STOP CH DATE

00 10 : 00 3 24 . 12

210

00 10 : 45 2 25 . 12

311

30 13 : 00 1 25 . 12

4 5 6 7 8

[

] : NEXT

ACCESS PROGRAMME SCREEN/ DISPLAY

Press again to check more information. Each time you press , the

next programme's information appears.

START STOP

8:00 = 10:00

SP VPS/PDC OFF

DATE TV PROG

24.12 3

] : NEXT

[

– P1 –

ITV

NOTE:

You can also check the programmes on the display panel even if the recorder's power is off (unless the recorder is in the Power Save mode Z pg. 56) or the recorder is in the Timer mode; however, it is not possible to cancel or replace the programmes.

● The display panel shows the programme start time. Pressing OK changes the display to the programme stop time, then the date and the preset position.

To cancel or replace a programme...

CANCEL OR REPLACE A PROGRAMME

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

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

● You can change "TV PROG" to "SAT" for the preset position by pressing the NUMBER key "0".

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN/ DISPLAY

Press as many times as necessary. If there are still some programmes to be recorded, go on to step 6.

RETURN TO TIMER MODE

Press ‰.

PR+/–

STOP+/–

PDC

PROG

START+/–

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

– –:– –

SP/LP/EP

DATE+/–

When programmes overlap each other

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

START STOP CH DATE

00 10 : 00 3 24 . 12

210

00 10 : 45 2 25 . 12

PROGRAM OVERLAPPED

311

30 13 : 00 1 25 . 12 4 5 6 7 8

[

] : NEXT

EX. Programme 1 (you have just made) and

Programme 4 overlap each other.

CONFIRM OVERLAPPING PROGRAMMES

Overlapping programmes blink on the screen.

START STOP CH DATE

00 10 : 00 3 24 . 12

210

00 10 : 45 2 25 . 12

311

30 13 : 00 1 25 . 12

00 10 : 00 92 DAILY 5 6 7 8

[

] =

∞

[PROG] : EXIT

SELECT PROGRAMME TO MODIFY

Press %ﬁ, then press OK or #.

● You can only select one of the overlapping

programmes.

NOTE:

If you do not mind this overlap, press PROG to finish the timer programme setting. The programme with the lower programme number will be recorded and the other one will not be recorded correctly. Without doing anything for about 1 minutes, the recorder will finish the timer programming.

CANCEL OR CHANGE PROGRAMME SETTING

To cancel a programme,

press when the Program

screen you do not want is shown. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen appears.

To change a programme,

press the appropriate button: START+/–, STOP+/–, DATE +/–, PR +/–, SP/LP/EP ( ) and/or PDC when the Program screen on which you want to make changes is shown, then press OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen appears.

START STOP

8:00 = 10:00

SP VPS/PDC OFF

DATE TV PROG

24.12 3

] : DELETE [+/–] =

[ [PROG] : EXIT

NOTE:

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

– P1 –

ITV

Navigation

When you record a TV programme with this recorder, the recorder automatically stores in its memory the recording start time, date, channel, etc. If the tape is recorded on this recorder for the first time, new tape number and the recording date are also registered. On the tape only the tape number information is recorded.

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

VIDEO NAVIGATION

Navigation Playback

This function is useful when you wish to quickly find out what programmes you have recorded on a tape with this recorder. This function allows you to select a programme to watch, and then automatically searches for the start of the programme.

LOAD A RECORDED CASSETTE

Insert a cassette recorded on this recorder.

● While "– – – –" is blinking on the front display panel,

the tape will run for a few seconds to search for the tape number.

ACCESS TITLE SCREEN

Press NAVIGATION.

● After pressing NAVIGATION, it may take a few

seconds to access the title screen while the recorder searches for the programme information.

● If there is no cassette loaded, "FIND TITLE" screen appears. (Z pg. 30)

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NAVIGATION

– –:– –

SELECT A PROGRAMME

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

the programme you want to watch.

to move the

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[NAVIGATION]

0013 FOOTBALL 98 1/ 3

BLANK 1:25 (SP) 22 : 00 26.02.99 BBC1 20 : 00 27.02.99 BBC2 BLANK 0 : 30 (SP)

21 : 00 28.02.99 L-1

22 : 15 28.02.99 PR.07

8 : 15 15.01.00 BBC1

21 : 00=22 : 30 1 : 30 (SP) WORLD CUP 98 /SPORTS

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EXIT

START PLAYBACK

Press OK. Playback begins automatically after the selected programme is located.

Check Memory

You can check the amount of recorded information in the memory.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS VIDEO NAVIGATION SCREEN

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

"VIDEO NAVIGATION", then press OK or #.

to move the

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MAIN MENU

MODE SET AUTO CH SET MANUAL CH SET OUTPUT/INPUT SET INITIAL SET REC LEVEL CTLT

VIDEO NAVIGATION

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[MENU] : EXIT

CHECK MEMORY

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

"CHECK MEMORY", then press OK.

● The CHECK MEMORY

to move the

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screen will appear.

VIDEO NAVIGATION

EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE

CHECK MEMORY

NAVIGATION : ON

[5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

CHECK MEMORY

0 100

[MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

Turn Off Navigation

If you don't want to record information on the programmes, set "NAVIGATION" to "OFF".

Video Navigation Title Screen

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BLANK 1:25 (SP)

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1 Tape number 2 Tape title

If there is no tape title entered, the earliest recording date will be displayed.

3 Current page number/total page number 4 Largest blank space on the tape

(Calculated remaining time based on the current tape speed (SP, LP or EP) selected on the recorder)

5 Programme information

(Recording start time, date and channel number)

6 Currently selected programme 7 Current tape position

"*" is displayed if the currently selected programme and the current tape position are different while tape is not running.

8 Detailed information of currently selected programme

(Recording start time, end time, recording length, recording speed, programme title and category) If there are no title and category entered, "TITLE" and "CATEGORY" will be displayed.

22 : 00 26.02.99 BBC1 20 : 00 27.02.99 BBC2 BLANK 0 : 30 (SP)

21 : 00 28.02.99 L-1

* 22 : 15 28.02.99 PR.07

8 : 15 15.01.00 BBC1

21 : 00=22 : 30 1 : 30 (SP) WORLD CUP 98 /SPORTS

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[NAVIGATION]

EXIT

Perform steps 1 to 2 of "Check Memory" on page 24 before continuing.

TURN OFF NAVIGATION

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

"NAVIGATION", then press OK or # to set to "OFF".

to move the

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VIDEO NAVIGATION

EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY

NAVIGATION : OFF

[5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

NOTES:

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Video Navigation is possible with the cassettes recorded with this recorder only.

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To record the date and time as the programme title in this recorder's memory, make sure the recorder's clock is set correctly before recording.

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To record the programme information in this recorder's memory, you must continue to record each programme for over the minimum recording time; 8 min. for the SP mode, 15 min. for the LP mode or 23 min. for the EP mode.

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Video Navigation may not work properly depending on the cassette being used.

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If the recorder finds two tape numbers in one tape while playing back or searching for the beginning of a programme, then when you remove the tape, the tape will be assigned just one number (smaller number).

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The programme information is stored in this recorder’s memory. If the memory in this recorder should ever be damaged and the programme information lost, it is impossible to restore that information.

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After recording a tape with this recorder, write the tape number on a label and affix the label to the cassette in order to allow you to find the tape by its number.

Find Blank Space

This function is useful for finding out the blank space on a cassette and recording a new programme there.

VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.)

Title Editing

Perform steps 1 to 2 of "Check Memory" on page 24 before continuing.

ACCESS FIND BLANK SPACE SCREEN

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

"FIND BLANK SPACE", then press OK.

to move the

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VIDEO NAVIGATION

EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE

FIND BLANK SPACE

CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION : ON

[5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

SELECT TAPE NUMBER

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

the tape number on which you want to record a programme, then press OK.

● The calculated blank space is based on the current

● If the cassette (on which the blank space you have

to move the

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tape speed (SP, LP or EP) selected on the recorder.

found exists) is loaded, the recorder searches the beginning of the blank space and goes into the stop mode automatically.

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BLANK (LP) 1/100

0998 02 : 30 23.02.99-

0120 02 : 30 MOVIE2 0105 02 : 01 BASEBALL 0055 01 : 57 19.01.99 0013 01 : 55 FOOTBALL 0995 01 : 37 06.09.99 0043 01 : 14 08.10.00 0061 00 : 57 DISNEY 0005 00 : 50 25.12.99

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PAGE [MEMU] : EXIT

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You can edit the tape title and the programme titles as you like. You can also select the category in the programme title. In short, you can use the Video Navigation function to create your own video tape library.

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

– –:– –

NUMBER

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LOAD A CASSETTE

Insert the cassette on which you have found the

blank space.

INSERT TAPE 0998

[MENU] : EXIT

● The recorder searches the beginning of the blank space and goes into the stop mode automatically.

NOTE:

The recorder may not go into the stop mode right on the beginning of the selected blank space.

Edit Tape Title

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS VIDEO NAVIGATION SCREEN

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

"VIDEO NAVIGATION", then press OK or #.

ACCESS EDIT TITLE SCREEN

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

"EDIT TITLE", then press OK or #.

SELECT TAPE NUMBER

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

the number of the tape whose title you want to edit, then press OK or #.

● The "*" mark indicates the tape number of the

SELECT TAPE TITLE

Press highlight bar (pointer) to

the tape number, then press OK or #. The tape title begins blinking.

to move the

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MODE SET AUTO CH SET MANUAL CH SET OUTPUT/INPUT SET INITIAL SET REC LEVEL CTLT

VIDEO NAVIGATION

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[MENU] : EXIT

to move the

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to move the

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cassette that is currently in the recorder.

to move the

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VIDEO NAVIGATION

EDIT TITLE

FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION : ON

[5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

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0115 MOVIE1

0114 18.03.99 -

0113 25.02.99 0112 23.02.99 0111 MOVIE2 0110 BASEBALL 0108 05.09.98 0107 29.08.98 0106 BEST HIT

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[MENU]

EXIT

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0114 18.03.99 - 1/ 3

20:00 27.02.99 BBC2 22:00 26.02.99 BBC1 21:00 28.02.99 L-1 22:15 28.02.99 PR.07

8:15 15.01.00 PR.99

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[MENU]

EXIT

MAIN MENU

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ENTER CHARACTER

Press NUMBER keys and # to enter characters, then press OK.

For details, refer to "Entering Character" below.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

Entering Character

Press the appropriate NUMBER key, then press # to enter each character. Refer to the example below.

(Ex.) Enter "JVC NEWS"

1 Press 5 (JKL) once to enter "J", then press 2 Press 8 (TUV) three times to enter "V", then press 3 Press 2 (ABC) three times to enter "C", then press 4 Press 0 ( ) twice to enter " (space)", then press 5 Press 6 (MNO) twice to enter "N", then press 6 Press 3 (DEF) twice to enter "E", then press 7 Press 9 (WXYZ) once to enter "W", then press 8 Press 7 (PQRS) four times to enter "S", then press

NUMBER KEY CHARACTER

1 . , / – + * ( ) 1 2 A B C 2 Ä À Á Â Ã Å Æ 3 D E F 3 È É Ë Ê 4 G H I 4 Î Ï Ì Í 5 J K L 5 6 M N O 6 Ö Ô Ò Ó Õ Ø Ñ 7 P Q R S 7 8 T U V 8 Ü Ù Û Ú 9 W X Y Z 9 0 0

NOTES:

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If you make a mistake, press enter the correct character.

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If you want to delete a character, press character, then press .

@ #

to select the character, then

@ #

to select the

● The "*" mark indicates the current position on the tape.

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