JVC HR-S9800U User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-S9800U

VCR TV CABLE/DBS		A.MONITOR POWER
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DHI		JKL	MNO
DBS	DAILY(M-F)		WEEKLY
7		8	9
PQRS		TUV	WXYZ
C. RESET		AUX
CANCEL		0	TIMER 4
START	STOP	DATE	CH
EXPRESS PROGRAMMING
1 PROG	SP/EP	PROG	SKIP SEARCH
		CHECK

PLAY

REW

FF

STOP

REC

TV CH +

TV

VOL

–

PAUSE

TV

VOL

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OK

TV CH – NAVIGATION

JOG/ SHUTTLE

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

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

Model No.

Serial No.

LPT0350-001A

2 EN

Dear Customer,

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

CAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120V`, 60Hz only.

To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power source.

CAUTION:

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

ATTENTION:

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

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number	:HR-S9800U
Trade Name	:JVC
Responsible Party	:JVC Americas Corp.
Address	:1700 Valley Road Wayne,
	N.J. 07470

Telephone Number :973-315-5000

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the VCR, Remote or video cassette.

1.DO NOT place the VCR . . .

... in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.

... in direct sunlight.

... in a dusty environment.

... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.

... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.

2.DO NOT block the VCR’s ventilation openings.

3.DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.

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

5.AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.

VCR Plus+, C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

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

Note to CATV system installer:

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

CAUTION:

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

nCassettes marked “S-VHS” and “VHS” can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked “S-VHS”.

By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR.

nAs an ENERGY STAR® Partner, JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

EN 3

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

ATTENTION:

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

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization

(A)Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature.

If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

(B)Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.

If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. Power Sources

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

3. Overloading

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

4. Power Cord Protection

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

5. Ventilation

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

•Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

•Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

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

ANTENNA INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

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

2. Lightning

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

3. Power Lines

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

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA

LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION

ELECTRIC SERVICE 810-20) EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

4 EN

USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

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

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

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

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

2.Product and Cart Combination

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

3.Water and Moisture

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

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

4. Object and Liquid Entry

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

5. Attachments

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

6. Cleaning

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

7. Heat

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

SERVICING

1. Servicing

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

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

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

4. Safety Check

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

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

cThe Index on pages 78 – 81 lists frequently-used terms, and the number of the page on which they are used or explained in the manual. This section also illustrates the controls and connections on the front and rear panel, the front display panel and the Remote.

cThe Z mark signals a reference to another page for instructions or related information.

cOperation buttons necessary for the various procedures are clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the beginning of each major section.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR . . .

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

c“CAUTIONS” on page 2.

c“IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on the previous page.

CONTENTS

EN 5

INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR	6
Basic Connections ..................................	6
INITIAL SETTINGS	8
Plug & Play Setting .......................................	8
Auto Clock/Auto Tuner Set .........................................	8
Language Setting ..........................................	9
Clock Setting...............................................	10
Preparations.............................................................	10
Setting clock semiautomatically
— Semiauto Clock Set ..........................................	11
Setting clock manually — Manual Clock Set ...........	12
Tuner Setting ..............................................	13
Setting channels automatically
— Auto Channel Set .............................................	13
Setting channels manually
— Manual Channel Set ........................................	14
Setting ghost reduction ............................................	15
Cable Box Control Setting ...........................	16
Installing Controller .................................................	16
Setting cable box output channel & brand ...............	17
DBS Receiver Control Setting .......................	20
Installing Controller .................................................	20
Setting DBS receiver output channel & brand ..........	21
BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING	23
Basic Playback ...........................................	23
Basic Playback Features .............................	24
Changing display information ..................................	24
Checking tape position ............................................	24
Playing back tape repeatedly — Repeat Play ...........	25
Adjusting tracking condition
— Tracking Adjustments .......................................	25
Selecting monitor sound — Audio Monitor ..............	25
Automatic operations after rewinding
— Next Function Memory ....................................	25
Locating beginning of recordings — Index Search ...	26
Locating beginning of timer recordings
— Instant Review .................................................	26
Skipping unwanted portions — Skip Search .............	27
Adjusting picture condition — Digital TBC/NR ........	27
Basic Recording ..........................................	28
Basic Recording Features ............................	30
Changing display information ..................................	30
Specifying recording length
— Instant Timer Recording (ITR) ...........................	30
Watching one program while recording another ......	31
Showing on-screen display ......................................	31
Recording on VHS tapes with S-VHS quality
— Super VHS ET ..................................................	31
Adjusting recording level .........................................	32
SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK	34
Special Effect Playback ...............................	34
Locating particular scene rapidly — Picture Search ....	34
7High-Speed Picture Search ...............................	34
7Variable-Speed Picture Search ..........................	35
Viewing still picture — Still Picture Playback ...........	35
Viewing still picture frame by frame
— Frame-by-Frame Playback ...............................	35
Viewing slow motion picture
— Slow Motion Playback (Pro-Slow) ....................	36
TimeScan function ...................................................	37
TIMER RECORDING	38
VCR Plus+® Timer Programing .....................	38
Changing VCR Plus+ Setting ........................	40

Express Timer Programing ..........................	42
Checking program settings .......................................	44
Canceling or changing program settings ..................	44
When programs overlap each other .........................	45
VIDEO NAVIGATION	46
Navigation Playback ..................................	46
Deactivating Video Navigation ................................	47
Editing Titles ...............................................	48
Editing tape title .......................................................	48
Editing program title and category ...........................	49
Deleting tape information ........................................	50
Deleting program information..................................	51
Checking memory ...................................................	51
Finding Tapes .............................................	52
Finding by tape number ...........................................	52
Finding by recording date ........................................	53
Finding by category .................................................	53
Finding by remaining time .......................................	54
OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS	56
Useful Function Settings ..............................	56
7 VIDEO CALIBRATION ....................................................	57
7 PICTURE CONTROL ......................................................	57
7 AUTO TIMER .................................................................	57
7 SUPERIMPOSE ...............................................................	57
7 AUTO SP=EP TIMER .....................................................	58
7 DIGITAL R3 ....................................................................	58
7 VIDEO STABILIZER ........................................................	58
7 2ND AUDIO RECORD ...................................................	58
7 AUDIO MONITOR ........................................................	59
7 S-VHS MODE .................................................................	59
7 AV COMPU-LINK ...........................................................	59
7 TIMESCAN AUDIO ........................................................	60
7 FRONT AUX INPUT .......................................................	60
7 REAR AUX INPUT ..........................................................	60
Satellite Auto Recording ..............................	61
Child Lock ...................................................	62
JLIP ID Number Setting ...............................	63
EDITING	64
Edit From Camcorder ..................................	64
Edit To Or From Another VCR ......................	66
Audio Dubbing ...........................................	67
Insert Editing and AV Dubbing ....................	68
MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL	70
TV Brand Setting .........................................	70
Cable Box Brand Setting .............................	71
DBS Receiver Brand Setting .........................	72
Changing Remote Control Code ...................	73
TROUBLESHOOTING	74
Questions and answers ............................................	77
INDEX	78
List of terms .............................................................	78
Front panel ..............................................................	79
Front display panel ..................................................	79
Rear panel ...............................................................	80
On-screen display....................................................	80
Remote ....................................................................	81
SPECIFICATIONS	82
FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)	83
WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)	84

6 EN	INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR

Basic Connections

		Antenna or cable
		Coaxial cable
		Flat feeder
		Matching transformer
AUDIO OUT	VIDEO OUT	(not supplied)
AC Power		Back of VCR
Cord

ANTENNA IN

(Antenna or cable input)

S VIDEO OUT

TV OUT

AC Outlet

Audio/video cable (supplied)

To Audio/video input connectors

S-video cable (supplied)

To S-video input connector

RF cable (supplied)

To 75 Ω terminal

TV

				EN 7
	Check contents			Final preparation for use
1 Make sure the package contains all of the			5 Turn on the VCR and set the CH3-CH4 switch on the
	accessories listed in “SPECIFICATIONS” (Z pg.			rear (shown below) to either CH3 or CH4 correctly.
82).				c The CH3–CH4 switch is preset to the CH3
				position.
	Situate VCR			Set to CH4 if CH3 is used for broadcasting in your
2 Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.				area. (To view the picture from this VCR through
				this channel, select the same channel on the TV
				with the CH3–CH4 switch setting on the VCR.)
	Connect VCR to TV
				c You can now perform basic playback (Z pg.
3 The following connections are required.
				23) or basic recording (Z pg. 28).
	RF Connection

1 Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.

2Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of the VCR.

3 Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the TV’s antenna input terminal.

	AV Connection	(improves picture quality during
	tape playback.)
	If your TV is equipped with audio/video input
	connectors									Back of VCR
	1 Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in
	the illustration.
	2 Connect an audio/video cable between the
	AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear of
	the VCR and the audio/video input connectors
	on the TV.			NOTES:
	S-video Connection		(allows you to make the
				c The VCR channel is the channel on which you can watch the
	most of the S-VHS picture performance.)
				picture from the VCR on the TV when only using the RF

	If your TV is equipped with an S-video input	connection. The VCR’s CH3-CH4 switch, on the back of the
	connector	VCR, sets the VCR channel to CH3 or CH4.
	1 Perform “RF Connection” and “AV	c Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your VCR
	Connection” above.	to your TV, you must also connect it using the RF cable. This
	2 Connect an S-video cable between the S VIDEO	will ensure that you can record one show while watching
		another (Z pg. 31).
	OUT connector on the rear of the VCR and the
		c For full identification of the VCR’s rear panel, refer to the
	S-video input connector on the TV.
		Index ( Z pg. 80).

4 Connect VCR to power source

Connect the AC power plug to an AC outlet.

cThe clock and tuner channels will automatically be set when the antenna is connected and when the AC power cord is first connected to an AC power outlet (Z pg. 8).

(If “Auto” or “CH” is displayed on the front display panel before the VCR is turned on, the clock and tuner channels are being set automatically. Wait until the clock time is displayed on the front display panel before turning on the VCR.)

8 EN	INITIAL SETTINGS

Plug & Play

Setting

Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set

ATTENTION

cIf you use a cable box, Plug & Play will not function; set the clock and tuner channels separately. (Z pg.10 – 15)

cIt takes several minutes for the VCR to complete the Plug & Play setting.

cDo not press any buttons on the front panel or on the Remote while Plug & Play is in progress.

This VCR sets the clock and tuner channels automatically when AC power cord is first connected to an AC outlet. The antenna cable must be connected for the Plug & Play setting.

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

1 Perform Plug & Play setup

Connect the antenna cable to the VCR (Z pg.

6). Then connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet. Do not turn on the VCR.

The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically.

NOTES:

cAuto Clock Set is performed first.

“Auto” blinks on the front display panel during Auto Clock Set.

cAuto Channel Set is performed next. Auto Channel Set scans all the channels that are receivable by your VCR. During Auto Channel Set, the channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set.

cWhen Plug & Play setting has been complete successfully, the correct clock time is displayed. If you perform Plug & Play setting successfully, there is no need to perform the clock (Z pg. 10) and tuner (Z pg.

13)settings. If, however, you want to add or delete channels, and use the ghost reduction function, refer to Manual Channel Set on pages 14 and 15.

	During Initial Auto Clock Set			During Auto Channel Set
				The channel numbers are displayed
	“Auto” blinks.
				as they are scanned and set.

Plug & Play Completed

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

*If an incorrect clock time or “– –:– –” appears on the display panel, see “What to do if Plug & Play setting failed” below.

INFORMATION

cIf “AUTO CLOCK” is set to “ON” on the Clock Set screen on page 11, the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host channel every hour (except 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) using the incoming PBS channel clock setting data. (This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR is turned off. The clock will be adjusted just on these hours — on the time displayed on the front display panel, not on the actual real time.)

The default setting of “AUTO CLOCK” is “ON”.

cIf the memory backup fails, because a power outage occurs or because the AC power cord is unplugged, Plug & Play will be performed when power is restored to the VCR.

cPoor antenna or cable signal may prevent the VCR from receiving the Auto clock setting data from the PBS channel. If this function is taking a considerable amount of time, it may be necessary to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Set procedure.

What to do if Plug & Play setting failed

cIf an incorrect time is displayed on the front display panel, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone, or an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. In this case, perform the Semiauto (Z pg. 11) or Manual Clock Set (Z pg. 12) procedure.

cIf “- -:- -” appears on the front display panel, your antenna cable may not be connected to the VCR or there may not be a Host PBS signal available in your area. Ensure that the antenna cable is connected correctly. Then turn on and off the VCR; the Plug

& Play setting will be automatically reactivated.

If Plug & Play setting is not performed though the antenna cable is connected correctly, perform Manual Clock Set (Z pg. 12) and Auto Channel Set or Manual Channel Set (Z pg. 13 or 14).

MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SET TUNER SET

=INITIAL SET

REC LEVEL CTL VIDEO NAVIGATION

PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

EN 9

Language

Setting

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

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This VCR offers you the language choice to view menus and some messages — in English, Spanish or French. Select the desired language using the following procedure. The default setting is “ENGLISH”.

1 Access Main Menu screen

Press MENU.

2 Access Initial Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the

highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK or #.

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VCR TV CABLE/DBS

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4 5 6

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3 Select language

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “LANGUAGE”, then press OK repeatedly until the desired language is selected.

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET

=LANGUAGE ENGLISH

GUIDE CHANNEL SET

CABLE BOX SET

DBS RECEIVER SET

JLIP ID NO. SET

SELECT WITH (5,°) AND (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “LANGUAGE”, then press OK or #repeatedly until the desired language is selected.

4 Return to normal screen

Press MENU.

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10 EN

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Clock Setting

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

2–7

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VCR TV CABLE/DBS

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

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2–72–7

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Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug & Play setting or if you use a cable box.

Access the Clock Set screen to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Set. Each procedure starts from step 4 after preparation steps below are finished.

If you use a cable box, set the clock manually. (Z pg. 12)

Preparations

	Access Main Menu screen
1 Press MENU.
	Access Initial Set screen
2 On the front panel:		MAIN MENU
	Press CH5°to move	FUNCTION SET
	the highlight bar (arrow)	TUNER SET
		=INITIAL SET
	to “INITIAL SET”, then		CTL
		REC LEVEL
	press OK.	VIDEO NAVIGATION
	On the Remote:	PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)
		PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press %fito move the

highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK or #.

	Access Clock Set screen
	3 On the front panel:	INITIAL SET
	Press CH5°to move
		=CLOCK SET		ENGLISH
	the highlight bar (arrow)	LANGUAGE
		GUIDE CHANNEL SET
	to “CLOCK SET”, then
		CABLE BOX SET
	press OK.	DBS RECEIVER SET
		JLIP ID NO. SET
	On the Remote:	SELECT WITH (5,°) AND (OK)
		PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press %fito move the

highlight bar (arrow) to “CLOCK SET”, then press OK or #.

c“CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY” appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then the Clock Set screen appears.

EN 11

Setting clock semiautomatically

— Semiauto Clock Set

You can change the host channel/D.S.T. /time zone setting manually.

First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 10, then go to the following steps.

	Set Auto Clock to ON
	4 On the front panel:	CLOCK SET
	Press OK repeatedly to	TIME	DATE YEAR
	move the highlight bar
		1:00PM	12/24		00 SUN
	to “AUTO CLOCK”,	AUTO CLOCK : ON
		HOST CH	: AUTO		(CATV)
	then press CH5°so
		D.S.T.	: AUTO
	that “ON” is selected.	TIME ZONE	: AUTO
		PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

On the Remote:

Press #to move the highlight bar to “AUTO CLOCK”, then press %fiso that “ON” is selected. Then;

To select the host channel — go to step 5. To select the D.S.T. mode — go to step 6. To select the time zone — go to step 7.

NOTE:

The time set previously will be erased when “AUTO CLOCK”, “HOST CH”, “D.S.T.” or “TIME ZONE” setting is changed.

5 Select host channel

You can either select “AUTO” or enter a PBS channel number.

On the front panel:

Press OK to move the highlight bar to “HOST CH”, then press CH5°repeatedly until “AUTO” or the desired PBS channel number is selected.

On the Remote:

Press #to move the highlight bar to “HOST CH”, then press %fiuntil “AUTO” or the desired PBS channel number is selected.

NOTE:

Some PBS channels do not transmit clock setting data.

* Auto Daylight Saving Time

This function enables automatic adjustment of the VCR’s clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time.

With Auto DST activated, . . .

. . .	on the first Sunday of April at 2:00 AM, the clock is
adjusted to 3:00 AM.
. . .	on the last Sunday of October at 2:00 AM, the

clock is adjusted to 1:00 AM.

6 Select D.S.T. mode

You have three choices:

AUTO– Select if you want to adjust your VCR’s clock automatically by the incoming signal from the host channel. (Auto Daylight Saving Time*)

ON– Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself.

OFF– Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you.

On the front panel:

Press OK to move the highlight bar to “D.S.T.”, then press CH5°repeatedly until the desired setting is selected.

On the Remote:

Press #to move the highlight bar to “D.S.T.”, then press %firepeatedly until the desired setting is selected.

7 Select time zone

You can select the time zone automatically or manually.

On the front panel:

Press OK to move the highlight bar to “TIME ZONE”, then press CH5°repeatedly until “AUTO” or the desired time zone is selected. Each time you press the button, the time zone changes as follows:

OAUTO OATLANTIC OEASTERN

OCENTRAL OMOUNTAIN OPACIFIC

OALASKA OHAWAII O(back to the beginning)

On the Remote:

Press #to move the highlight bar to “TIME ZONE”, press %firepeatedly until “AUTO” or the desired time zone is selected (see above).

NOTE:

If an incorrect clock time is displayed by the Plug & Play setting, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone or from an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. If you selected “AUTO” for the host channel in step 5, be sure to select the correct time zone manually.

8 Return to normal screen

Press MENU.

IMPORTANT

Turn off the VCR after performing Semiauto Clock Set. “Auto” will appear on the front display panel while the clock is being set. The current clock time will appear automatically when the clock setting is complete.

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— Manual Clock Set

First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 10, then go to the following steps.

4 SetOn thetimefront panel:

Press CH5°until the desired time appears, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fiuntil the desired time appears, then press OK or #.

CLOCK SET
TIME	DATE YEAR
– –:– –AM	1/ 1	00
AUTO CLOCK : ON
HOST CH	: AUTO	(CATV)
D.S.T.	: AUTO
TIME ZONE	: AUTO

PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

cHolding CH 5°or %fichanges the time in 30-minute intervals.

cWhen the time is entered manually, “AUTO CLOCK” is automatically set to “OFF”, and “HOST CH” and “TIME ZONE” disappear.

5 SetOn thedatefront panel:

Press CH 5°until the desired date appears, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fiuntil the desired date appears, then press OK or #.

cHolding CH 5°or %fichanges the date in 15day intervals.

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Set year

On the front panel:

Press CH5°until the desired year appears, then press OK twice.

On the Remote:

Press %fiuntil the desired year appears, then press OK or #twice.

Select D.S.T. mode

You can select either “ON” or “OFF”.

ON– Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself.

OFF– Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you.

On the front panel:

Press CH5°to select the desired setting.

On the Remote:

Press %fito select the desired setting.

8 StartPress MENUclock and normal screen appears.

To make corrections any time during the process

Press OK or #repeatedly until the item you want to change blinks, then press CH 5°or %fi.

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Tuner Setting

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

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Setting channels automatically

— Auto Channel Set

Use Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set correctly by the Plug & Play setting. If you want to add or delete channels, and want to use the ghost reduction function, use Manual Channel Set (Z pg. 14).

	Access Main Menu screen
1 Press MENU.
	Access Tuner Set screen
2 On the front panel:
	Press CH5° to move		MAIN MENU
	the highlight bar (arrow)		FUNCTION	SET
			=TUNER SET
	to “TUNER SET”, then
			INITIAL SET
	press OK.		REC LEVEL CTL
	On the Remote:		VIDEO NAVIGATION
			PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)
	Press %fito move the
			PRESS (MENU) TO END
	highlight bar (arrow) to
	“TUNER SET”, then press OK or #.
	Perform Auto Channel Set
3 You can automatically
	set the receivable		TUNER SET
	channels in your area in		BAND			CATV
	the order of their		=AUTO CHANNEL SET
			MANUAL CHANNEL SET
	frequencies.
			GHOST REDUCTION (GR) ON
	On the front panel:
	Press CH5° to move		SELECT WITH (5,°) AND (OK)
	the highlight bar (arrow)		PRESS (MENU) TO END
	to “AUTO CHANNEL		AUTO CHANNEL SET
	SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

SCANNING...

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “AUTO CHANNEL

PRESS (MENU) TO END

SET”, then press OK or

#.

NOTES:

cWhen Auto Channel Set is complete, “SCAN COMPLETED” appears on screen.

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

4 Return to normal screen

Press MENU.

INFORMATION

The VCR selects the correct band (TV or CATV) automatically during Auto Channel Set.

The selected band will be displayed on the right side of “BAND” on the Tuner Set screen.

MANUAL CHANNEL SET

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Setting channels manually

— Manual Channel Set

You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually.

You can also select the ghost reduction mode for each channel while adding the channels you want.

1 Access Main Menu screen

Press MENU.

2 Access Tuner Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5°to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER SET”, then press OK or #.

Access Manual Channel Set screen
3 On the front panel:	TUNER SET
Press CH5°to move	BAND	CATV
the highlight bar (arrow)	AUTO CHANNEL SET
to “MANUAL	=MANUAL CHANNEL SET	ON
	GHOST REDUCTION (GR)
CHANNEL SET”, then
press OK.	SELECT WITH (5,°) AND (OK)
	PRESS (MENU) TO END

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “MANUAL CHANNEL SET”, then press OK or #.

4 Add or skip desired channels

To add channels

keys to input a

	channel number you
			PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)
	want to add.		OR (5,°), THEN (OK)
	2Press OK or #to set		PRESS (MENU) TO END
	to “ADD”.		MANUAL CHANNEL SET
	3Press SP/EP (	) to			(CATV)
	select the desired			CH	45 ADD
				GR	STANDARD
	ghost reduction
	mode if you want.		PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)
			OR (5,°), THEN (OK)
	(See also the next
			GR MODE: PRESS (SP/EP)
	page.)		PRESS (MENU) TO END

You have three choices: STANDARD – Normally select this.

SOFT – Select when you prefer softer picture than when “STANDARD” is selected.

OFF– Select when neither “STANDARD” nor “SOFT” improves the picture.

4Repeat 1 to 3 to add other channels.
On the Remote ONLY:		(CATV)
1Press the Number	CH	45 ADD
	GR	STANDARD

To skip channels

On the front panel:

1Press CH5°to select a channel number you want to skip.

2Press OK to set to “SKIP”.

3Repeat 1 and 2 to skip other channels.

On the Remote:

1Press the Number keys or %fito input a channel number you want to skip.

2Press OK or #to set to “SKIP”.

3Repeat 1 and 2 to skip other channels.

5 Return to normal screen

Press MENU.

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)

OR (5,°), THEN (OK)

GR MODE: PRESS (SP/EP) PRESS (MENU) TO END

MANUAL CHANNEL SET

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What is a “ghost”?

Double images of a TV program, or a “ghost”, is a common problem with TV reception in urban areas. A broadcasting signal, reflected from some surfaces (building, mountain, etc.), arrives slightly later than the signals arriving directly from the TV station. This causes such ghosts as follows:

– Double images

– Faint images

– Distorted images

–Distorted colors

–Vertically jittered images

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Setting ghost reduction

This VCR is equipped with the ghost reduction function. It reduces the ghosts using a GCR (Ghost Canceller Reference) signal sent from a TV station. The ghost reduction mode can be set for each channel independently and manually.

NOTES:

cGhosts may not be reduced in the following cases:

–The broadcasting signal does not have a GCR signal.

–The antenna is not connected correctly.

–There are too many ghosts.

–The signal is reflecting from moving objects (airplane, etc.).

cThe images on the screen may be distorted when tuning from one channel to another or the power is turned on while the ghost reduction function is activated.

1 Access Main Menu screen

Press MENU.

2 Access Tuner Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER SET”, then press OK or #.

3 Access Manual Channel Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “MANUAL CHANNEL SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “MANUAL CHANNEL SET”, then press OK or #.

4 Selectmode a channel and set ghost reduction

On the Remote ONLY:

(CATV)

1Press the Number CH 45 ADD

GR STANDARD

keys or %fito input a channel number.

2Press SP/EP () to select the desired ghost reduction mode. You have three choices:

STANDARD – Normally select this

SOFT – Select when you prefer softer picture than when “STANDARD” is selected.

OFF– Select when neither “STANDARD” nor “SOFT” improves the picture.

5 Return to normal screen

Press MENU.

Controller (suggested locations)

Cable box

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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Cable Box

Control

Setting

Suggested location

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

ATTENTION:

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

Your VCR

Cable box

To	To
RF output	Audio/video
Controller	output
Transmitter
	or
To	To
ANTENNA	AUDIO/
IN	VIDEO IN

Your VCR

CABLE

BOX

The following procedure is required if you receive your TV channels through a cable box (descrambler). The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the cable box channel during timer recording. The Controller is effective for recording broadcasts that have been programmed using VCR Plus+ (Z pg. 38) or Express timer programing (Z pg. 42).

Installing Controller

1 Situate Controller

Place the Controller so that its transmitter is facing the cable box’s remote sensor.

cMake sure the path between the Controller and the cable box’s remote sensor is not blocked.

2 Attach Controller

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

3 Connect cable box to VCR

c If your cable box does not have audio/video output connectors

Connect the RF output terminal on the cable box to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of your VCR.

cIf your cable box has audio/video output connectors

Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video output connectors on the cable box.

NOTE:

When connecting your cable box, refer to its instruction manual.

4 Connect Controller to VCR

Connect the Controller to the CABLE BOX Controller connector on the rear panel.

How to control the cable box

This VCR has two separate methods to control your cable box.

cThe VCR’s wireless Remote can control your cable box. This eliminates the need for a separate cable box’s Remote.

cThe VCR’s Controller can also control your cable box. This allows the VCR to change your cable box’s channel number during timer recording.

Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCR’s Remote, refer to page 71. To set up the Controller, go to page 17.

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE ENGLISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET

=CABLE BOX SET

DBS RECEIVER SET JLIP ID NO. SET

SELECT WITH (5,°) AND (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

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

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Setting cable box output channel & brand

After installation, set the cable box output’s channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly.

1 Turn on cable box

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

2 Access Main Menu screen on VCR

Press MENU.

3 Access Initial Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK or #.

4 Access Cable Box Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “CABLE BOX SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the

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

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CABLE BOX BRAND SET 1

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9) THEN (OK) TO TEST

PRESS (MENU) TO END

CABLE BOX BRAND SET 1

DID YOUR CABLE BOX CHANGE TO CHANNEL 09?

=YES

NO

PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

CABLE BOX SET

OFF

PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

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Select cable box output channel

Your selection depends on how your cable box is connected to your VCR.

cIf your cable box is connected to your

VCR’s ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear

Press CH 5°on the front panel or %fion the Remote until the channel number representing the cable box’s output (CH2 – CH9) appears on the screen.

cIf your cable box is connected to your VCR’s AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the front panel

Press CH 5°on the front panel or %fion the Remote until “ON F-1 (FRONT)” appears on the screen.

cIf your cable box is connected to your VCR’s AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear panel

Press CH 5°on the front panel or %fion the Remote until “ON L-1 (REAR)” appears on the screen.

cIf you do not use a cable box

Press CH 5°on the front panel or %fion the Remote until “OFF” appears on the screen.

Access Cable Box Brand Set screen

Press OK.

Enter cable box brand

On the Remote ONLY:

Press the appropriate Number keys to enter the brand code from the list shown to the right, then press OK.

c If the cable box’s channel changes to 9, setting is complete

Press OK and “CABLE BOX CONTROL IS ON” appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then it

returns to the normal screen.

cIf the cable box’s channel does not change to 9

1 Press %fi(or CH 5°on the front panel) to

move the highlight bar (arrow) to “NO”. 2 Press OK.

3 Repeat step 7 until the cable box’s channel changes to 9 by entering another code.

4If the channel does not change after going through all the code numbers listed for your model of cable box, then try all the other numbers.

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CABLE BOX BRAND LIST

BRAND	CODE
ARCHER	1, 5, 17
CABLETENNA	1, 17
CABLEVIEW	15, 16, 17, 21, 25
CITIZEN	15, 16, 17, 21, 25
CURTIS	2, 8
DIAMOND	1, 17
EASTERN	19
GC BRAND	15, 16, 17, 21, 25
GEMINI	15
GENERAL INSTRUMENTS	1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28
HAMLIN	10, 18, 19, 23
JASCO	15
JERROLD	1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28
NOVAVISION	2, 8
OAK	7, 20
PANASONIC	13, 14
PULSER	15, 16, 17, 21, 25
RCA	13, 14
REGAL	10, 18, 19, 23
REGENCY	19
REMBRANDT	1, 16, 17
SAMSUNG	5, 16, 24
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA	2, 8
SIGMA	7, 20
SL MARX	5, 16, 17, 24, 25
SPRUCER	13, 14
STARGATE	5, 15, 16, 17, 21, 24, 25
TELEVIEW	5, 16, 24
TOCOM	1, 4, 16
UNIKA	1, 17
UNIVERSAL	16, 17, 25
VIDEOWAY	3, 9, 22
ZENITH	3, 9, 22

If the VCR’s clock has not been set (with AUTO CLOCK set to ON)

“CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY” appears for about 5 seconds when you press OK in step 6, then the Clock Set screen appears.

Perform Manual Clock Set on page 12. If you press MENU after the clock has been set, the Cable Box Brand Set screen appears.

NOTES:

cThe Controller may not work with all types of cable box.

cIf your cable box does not respond to any code, you cannot use the Controller to change cable box channels. In this case, make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start time of timer recording.

Contact your cable company about the possibility of exchanging your current cable box with the one compatible with your VCR.

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

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

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

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

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DBS Receiver

Control Setting

Suggested location

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

ATTENTION:

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

DBS receiver

Controller

Your VCR (suggested

locations)

DBS receiver

Controller
To	To
RF output	Audio/Video
Transmitter	output
	or
To	To
	AUDIO/
ANTENNA IN	VIDEO IN

Your VCR

The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver. The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the DBS receiver’s channels during timer recording.

NOTES:

cThe VCR can automatically change the DBS receiver channels using the Controller when the VCR has been programed using Express timer programing (Z pg. 42). Because satellite programing does not use PlusCode, the Controller cannot change the DBS receiver channels during VCR Plus+ timer recording.

(You can also use “Satellite Auto Recording” (Z pg. 61) if your DBS receiver is equipped with a timer.)

cIf a cable box is also used, it is recommended that you connect the DBS receiver to your VCR’s audio/video input connectors and the cable box to your VCR’s antenna input terminal.

Installing Controller

1 Situate Controller

Place the Controller so that its transmitter is facing the DBS receiver’s remote sensor.

cMake sure the path between the Controller and the DBS receiver’s remote sensor is not blocked.

2 Attach Controller

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

3 Connect DBS receiver to VCR

c If your DBS receiver does not have audio/ video output connectors

Connect the RF output terminal on the DBS receiver to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of your VCR.

c If your DBS receiver has audio/video output connectors

Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video output connectors on the DBS receiver.

NOTE:

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

		Connect Controller to VCR
CABLE		4 Connect the Controller to the CABLE BOX
BOX		Controller connector on the rear panel.

How to control the DBS receiver

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

cThe VCR’s wireless Remote can control your DBS receiver. This eliminates the need for a separate DBS receiver’s Remote.

cThe VCR’s Controller can also control your DBS receiver. This allows the VCR to change your DBS receiver’s channel number during timer-recording.

Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCR’s Remote, refer to page 72. To set up the Controller, go to page 21.

DBS RECEIVER SET

OFF

PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE ENGLISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET

=DBS RECEIVER SET

JLIP ID NO. SET

SELECT WITH (5,°) AND (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

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

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Setting DBS receiver output channel & brand

After installation, set the DBS receiver’s output channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly.

1 Turn on DBS receiver

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

2 Access Main Menu screen on VCR

Press MENU.

3 Access Initial Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK or #.

4 Access DBS Receiver Set screen

On the front panel:

Press CH5° to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “DBS RECEIVER SET”, then press OK.

On the Remote:

Press %fito move the highlight bar (arrow) to

“DBS RECEIVER SET”, then press OK or #.

5 Select DBS receiver output channel

Your selection depends on how your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR.

c If your DBS receiver is connected to your

VCR’s ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear

Press CH 5° on the front panel or %fion the Remote until the channel number

representing the DBS receiver’s output (CH3 or CH4) appears on the screen.

cIf your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR’s AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the front panel

Press CH 5° on the front panel or %fion the Remote until “ON F-1 (FRONT)” appears on the screen.

cIf your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR’s AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear panel

Press CH 5° on the front panel or %fion the Remote until “ON L-1 (REAR)” appears on the screen.

cIf you do not use a DBS receiver

Press CH 5° on the front panel or %fion the Remote until “OFF” appears on the screen.

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DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET 51

DID YOUR DBS RECEIVER CHANGE TO CHANNEL 100? =YES

NO

PRESS (5,°), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET 4 0

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9) THEN (OK) TO TEST

PRESS (MENU) TO END

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NOTES:

cThe Controller may not work with all types of DBS receiver.

cIf your DBS receiver does not respond to the code, you cannot use the Controller to change satellite channels. In this case, make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start time of timer recording. In addition, if your DBS receiver is equipped with a timer, you can also use “Satellite Auto Recording” (Z pg. 61).

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

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

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

6 AccessPress OKDBS. Receiver Brand Set screen

7 Enter DBS Receiver’s brand

On the Remote ONLY:

Press the appropriate Number keys to enter the brand code from the following list, then press OK.

The program currently received through the

DBS receiver appears for about 10 seconds.

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

cIf the DBS receiver’s channel changes to the channel listed below for your brand, setting is complete

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

Press OK and “DBS RECEIVER CONTROL IS ON” appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then it returns to the normal screen.

cIf the DBS receiver’s channel does not change as shown above

1 Press %fi(or CH 5°on the front panel) to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “NO”.

2 Press OK.

3 Re-enter the correct code.

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Basic

Playback

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

This VCR can check the tape condition during playback (and recording), and realizes the best possible pictures.

cWhen you play back a tape recorded on this VCR, you can use the Video Navigation function (Z pg. 46).

1 Load a cassette

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

Do not apply too much pressure when inserting.

POWER	2

	STOP/EJECT	1	TIME SCAN	2
			SHUTTLE ring
	( 7/ 0)

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POWER

1

2

3

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cThe VCR turns on automatically.

cThe counter is automatically reset to “0:00:00”.

cThe tape will run for a few seconds while the VCR searches for the tape number. If the tape number is found, it will be shown on the TV screen if “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to “ON.” (Z pg. 56, 57)

cIf the cassette’s record safety tab has been removed, playback begins automatically.

Start playback

Press PLAY ( 3).

cTape speed (SP or EP) is automatically detected.

cThe S-VHS indicator lights up when you play back a tape recorded in S-VHS mode or in S- VHS ET mode (Z pg. 31).

cIf “VIDEO CALIBRATION” is set to “ON” (default setting: Z pg. 57), “VIDEO CALIBRATION” appears on the screen, and this VCR checks the tape condition during automatic tracking.

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REW ( 1)

FF ( ¡)

STOP ( 7)

To stop playback

Press STOP ( 7 ) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0) on the front panel.

To rewind the tape (when it is not running)

Press REW ( 1) (or turn the TIME SCAN SHUTTLE ring on the front panel to the left).

To fast-forward (when it is not running)

Press FF ( ¡ ) (or turn the TIME SCAN SHUTTLE ring on the front panel to the right).

To eject the tape

Press STOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0) on the front panel when the tape is not running.

cYou can also eject the cassette when the VCR is turned off.

To turn off the VCR

Press POWER.

NOTE:

When you use the Video Navigation function, operate the VCR only after the tape number is detected; otherwise, you cannot use the Video Navigation function.

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BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING (cont.)

Basic

Playback

Features

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

D – 1– 3

C

STOP/EJECT ( 7 / 0)

A Changing display information

Press DISPLAY during playback.

Each time you press the button, the front display panel shows the time counter, tape remaining time and the clock time in sequence.

Time Counter			Tape Remaining Time

Clock Time

cTo display the VCR status including the time counter and the clock time on the TV screen, see “Showing onscreen display” (Z pg. 31).

c“COUNT” appears on the screen when the time counter is shown. “REMAIN” appears on the screen when the tape remaining time is shown.

cWhen the tape remaining time appears, “” also lights on the front display panel.

cThe tape remaining time is calculated based on the tape speed (SP or EP) being used. The indicated remaining time is only an estimate.

To reset the time counter, press C. RESET on the Remote. The counter reading becomes “0:00:00”. It is also reset when a tape is inserted.

E

VCR TV CABLE/DBS

F –b

1

2

3

A

4 5

7 8

C. RESET

0

F –a, b, c

6

9

F –C

D –2

C F –a

STOP ( 7 )

B Checking tape position

The tape position indicator
appears on the screen in the
following cases:
c When you change the VCR
operation mode from the		+ + +
stop mode to fast forward or	B			E
rewind mode.
c When you perform an Index		COUNT	0:33:27
Search (Z pg. 26) or Instant
Review (Z pg. 26).

The position of “ ” in relation to “B” (Beginning) or “E” (End) shows you where you are on the tape.

NOTES:

c“SUPERIMPOSE” must be set to “ON”, or the indicator will not appear (Z pg. 56, 57).

cIt may take a few seconds for the tape position indicator to be displayed.

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C Playing back tape repeatedly

— Repeat Play

You can play back a tape repeatedly (100 times).

While playing back a tape, press and hold PLAY ( 3) for more than 5 seconds.

The play indicator ( #) on the front display panel starts flashing slowly, and a tape will be played back 100 times.

To stop playback, press STOP ( 7) on the Remote or

STOP/EJECT ( 7/ 0 ) on the front panel.

D Adjusting tracking condition

— Tracking Adjustments

Automatic tracking adjustment

This VCR automatically adjusts the tracking condition. Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, automatic tracking starts working and continuously analyzes the signal to enable optimum picture quality during playback.

Manual tracking adjustment

If automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well during playback, use the manual tracking following the procedures below.

cYou can also use the manual tracking during slow motion playback (Z pg. 36).

1 Activate manual tracking

Press CH 5and °on the front panel at the same time during playback.

2 Eliminate the noises on the TV screen.

Press CH 5and °(or CH + and – on the Remote).

cPress it briefly for a fine adjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment. Watch the screen and continue adjustment until optimum picture and sound quality are achieved.

3 Reactivate automatic tracking

Press CH 5and °on the front panel at the same time. The automatic tracking becomes active again.

E Selecting monitor sound

— Audio Monitor

You can select the desired monitor sound.

While playing back a tape on which stereo sound or SAP sound is recorded, press A. MONITOR on the Remote.

Each time you press the button, sound changes as follows:

HI-FI

HI-FI L

HI-FI R

NORM

NORM

HI-FI

HI-FI: Normally select this.

Hi-Fi sound is played back.

HI-FI L: Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back. HI-FI R: Sound on the right Hi-Fi channel is played back. NORM:Sound on the normal track is played back.

NORM HI-FI:

Both sounds on the Hi-Fi track and normal track are mixed and played back.

NOTES:

cThe above indication appears when “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to “ON” (Z pg. 56, 57), though the monitor sound changes in sequence.

cIf the tape being played back has no Hi-Fi sound track, the normal sound track will be heard regardless of this setting.

cIf RF connection (Z pg. 7) is used for viewing pictures on the TV, sound will be monaural even though you select “HI-FI”.

cYou can also use the menu to select your desired monitor sound. (Z pg. 59)

F Automatic operations after

rewinding — Next Function Memory

The Next Function Memory “tells” the VCR what to do after rewinding is complete.

c Ensure that the VCR is in stop mode.

a– For Automatic Playback Start

Press REW ( 1), then press PLAY ( 3) within 2 seconds.

b– For Automatic Power Off

Press REW ( 1), then press POWER within 2 seconds.

c– For Automatic Timer Standby

Press REW ( 1), then press TIMER within 2 seconds.

NOTE:

It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer Standby function if the cassette’s record safety tab is removed.

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BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING (cont.)

J

PLAY ( 3)

TIME SCAN

SHUTTLE ring

VCR TV CABLE/DBS

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

0

PLAY ( 3)

I

REW ( )

FF ( )

G

H

G Locating beginning of

recordings — Index Search

Index codes are placed on the tape at the beginning of each recording when recording on this VCR. You can find and automatically play back from the beginning of any recording using the Index Search function.

1 Start search

While the tape is not running, press 4or ¢ on the Remote.

2 Access distant code

To access a recording of 2 to 9 index codes away, press 4or ¢repeatedly until the correct number is displayed on the screen (only if “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to “ON” ; Z pg. 56, 57). Playback begins automatically when the desired recording is located.

Beginning of the current

Current position

Beginning of the 2nd next

program recorded

on the tape

program recorded

Previous

Next

program

program

2nd

next

recorded

recorded

–2

–1

1

2

3

4

¢

cIf you want to find the very beginning of the

desired program, press REW ( ) or FF ( ) on the Remote or turn the TIME SCAN SHUTTLE ring on the front panel after playback starts.

NOTE:

An index code is not placed on the tape when recording is resumed from recording pause.

H Locating beginning of timer

recordings — Instant Review

At the press of a button, you can turn on the VCR, rewind the tape and begin to view the most recent timerrecorded program.

Press REVIEW on the Remote after ensuring that the VCR is in the timer recording standby mode.

cThe VCR turns on, and rewinds to the index code indicating the beginning of the last timer-recorded program, then begins playback automatically.

cYou can access a program of 2 to 9 index codes away from the current position on the tape. If, for example, you have 5 programs recorded and you want to watch the third one, press REVIEW three times.

cIf you want to find the very beginning of the desired

program, press REW ( ) or FF ( ) on the Remote or turn the TIME SCAN SHUTTLE ring on the front panel after playback starts.

cIf the tape is already rewound when REVIEW is pressed, it will play the tape from the beginning. It will not fast-forward to an index code.

cThe Instant Review function will also operate if the VCR is turned on.

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I Skipping unwanted portions

— Skip Search

You can skip over (view at high speed) unwanted portions of the tape.

Press SKIP SEARCH on the Remote once to 4 times during playback.

Each press initiates a 30-second period of high speed playback (up to 2 minutes). When the specified portion of the tape is skipped, normal playback resumes automatically.

To return to normal playback during Skip Search, press PLAY ( 3).

J Adjusting picture condition

— Digital TBC/NR

The Digital TBC/NR (Time Base Corrector / Noise Reduction) function removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes and rental tapes. The Digital R3 function which cuts noise and reproduces clear pictures is also linked to this function.

We recommend that you use the Digital TBC/NR function when...

—playing back a tape recorded on a camcorder.

—playing back a tape repeatedly used.

—using this VCR as the player for editing.

Press DIGITAL TBC/NR on the front panel so that the DIGITAL TBC/NR lamp lights up.

Each time you press the button, this function turns on and off.

NOTES:

cIf you play back a tape recorded under poor TV reception condition, the picture may happen to become more stable with Digital TBC/NR activated.

cIf you play back a tape on which certain types of signals (using a PC or some character generators) have been recorded with Digital TBC/NR activated, the playback picture may be distorted. In this case, deactivate Digital TBC/NR.

cDigital TBC/NR and Video Stabilizer (Z pg. 58) cannot be used at the same time; if you turn on Digital TBC/NR when “VIDEO STABILIZER” is set to “ON”, Video Stabilizer will be automatically turned “OFF”. Make sure Digital TBC/NR is deactivated when you want to use Video Stabilizer.

Other Useful functions for playback

You can also use the following functions for playback.

c Video Calibration (Z pg. 57)

When this function is set to “ON”, this VCR checks the condition of the tape in use during playback and recording, and compensates to provide the highestpossible pictures.

c Picture Control (Z pg. 57)

This function helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference.

c Digital R3 (Z pg. 58)

This function applies edge correction to the luminance signal to enhance details and provides clear pictures.

c Video Stabilizer (Z pg. 58)

You can automatically correct vertical vibrations in the picture when playing back unstable recordings made on another VCR.

Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning cassette — TCL-2UX — 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 “SUPERIMPOSE” set to “ON”: Z pg. 56, 57.)