JVC HR-XVC15U User Manual

DVD/CD PLAYER

Hi-Fi STEREO

VIDEO CASSETTE

RECORDER

USER'S GUIDE

For model:

HR-XVC15U

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.

LPT0787-001A

*J2C31501A*

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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION

CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED
TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

ATTENTION:

POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, N'UTILISEZ PAS CETTE FICHE POLARISEE
AVEC UNE RALLONGE, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT,
SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE
PARTIE A DECOUVERT.

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

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION:

THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM.

TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS USER'S GUIDE CAREFULLY AND
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE, CONTACT A JVC
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM, DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THE ENCLOSURE. VISIBLE
LASER RADIATION MAY BE PRESENT WHEN THE ENCLOSURE IS OPENED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

Location of the required Marking

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

CERTIFICATION: COMPLIES WITH
FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE
STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J.

Y

PB/

C

B

PR/C

R

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS

All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING

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

6. ATTACHMENTS

The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may cause
hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES

Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.

9. VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation,
to ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided and/or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

10. POWER SOURCES

This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For
units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

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

12. 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 appliance.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

S3125A

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

13. LIGHTNING

To protect your unit from 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
unit due to lightning and power line surges.

14. 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.

15. OVERLOADING

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

16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

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

18. SERVICING

Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug this unit 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 unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit 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

unit to its normal operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f . When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

20. REPLACEMENT PARTS

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

21. SAFETY CHECK

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

22. HEAT

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

23. DISC TRAY

Keep your fingers away from the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.

24. CONNECTING

When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from
the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner's
manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS / Power source

25. LASER BEAM

Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the
laser beam. It may cause sight damage.

26. DISC

Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious
personal injury and product malfunction.

27. 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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A

CONDENSATION

Moisture will form in the operating section of the DVD/VCR if the player is brought from cool surroundings into a
warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. And when this happens, DVD/VCR's performance
will be impaired.
To prevent this, let the DVD/VCR stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or
make sure that the room temperature rises gradually.
Condensation may also form during the summer if the DVD/VCR is exposed to the breeze from an air
conditioner. In such cases, change the location of the DVD/VCR.

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

Power source

AC Outlet

Wider Hole
and Blade

Polarized AC Cord Plug
(One blade is wider than the other.)

TO USE AC POWER SOURCE

Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert
the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.

NOTES:

Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified

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voltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only.
If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized AC

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outlet, do not attempt to file or cut the blade. It is the user’s
responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and the

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unit fails to function, simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet
and plug it back in. The unit should return to normal operation.

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Features

DVD/CD Player/Video Cassette Recorder

• DVD/CD player with Video Cassette Recorder - Unique space saving design combines a DVD/CD player and a Hi-Fi Video
cassette recorder. The DVD disc has much more capacity, but is the same size as the audio CD disc. Picture quality is higher
than Super VHS. Audio quality is higher than audio CD.

• High Quality Picture - More than 500 lines (VCR mode: 230 lines) of Horizontal Resolution. It exceeds Super VHS (400
lines) or Laser Disc (430 lines) in resolution.

VCR Section

• Stereo/SAP Reception - This VCR is designed to receive stereo and separate audio program (SAP) broadcasts where
available.

• SQPB - Tapes recorded in the S-VHS system can be played back simply on this VCR.

• 4 Video Heads - Provides optimal picture quality for special effects playback.

µm HEAD - For superior picture quality even in EP mode, 19micron width technology helps to avoid crosstalk and

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boost EP picture quality to near SP levels. With precision technology, ghosts and color beats are virtually eliminated.

• Hi-Fi Stereo Sound - With a frequency response of 20 to 20,000 Hz and a dynamic range of better than 90dB, this
VCR provides a level of excellence that rivals compact discs.

• Instant Timer Recording (ITR) - Simply by pressing the REC and PLAY buttons, the VCR can be programmed for up
to 6 hours of recording with an immediate start.

• Skip Search - When the SKIP SEARCH button is pressed during playback, the VCR will automatically search forward
in 30 seconds increments to a maximum of 3 minutes with each press of the SKIP SEARCH button, and then return to
normal playback.

DVD Section

• Compatible with a wide range of DVD audio outputs
Digital Audio Jack (Coaxial):

• When a component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder is connected, Dolby Digital sound can produce the effect of

being in a movie theater or a concert hall.

• Surround standard different from Dolby Digital. This format is already in use in many theaters. By connecting this unit to

a DTS decoder or an AV amplifier with a built-in DTS decoder, the DTS audio of DVD discs recorded in this format can
be enjoyed. However, audio will not be output from the analog audio output jacks.

• The MPEG audio of DVD discs recorded in this format can be enjoyed.

• The Linear PCM sound of a 48 kHz/16 bit through 96 kHz/24 bit exceeds audio CD sound.

• Multi-Language - Since this DVD matches with 124 language-subtitles/-soundtracks, you can enjoy selecting a favorite

one. (You can not select the language that is not recorded on the disc.)

• Multi-Angle - Pictures of Sports or a Live Concert are recorded with many cameras. When you play such a disc, you
can change the angles during playback. (If a Multi-Angle is not recorded on the disc, you can not change the angle.)

• Repeat Playback - You can repeat chapter, track, title, sides or material between two selected points.

• Program/Random Playback (CD) - You can play back tracks in programmed or random-selected sequences.

• Zoom - You can zoom in on the selected subject on the screen during playback.

• Video Aspect Ratio - You can change the aspect ratio of the screen for your monitor/television on a suitable disc.

• Parental Control - You can limit the playback of scenes or sounds of adult DVD discs which have a parental level rating.

• MP3/WMA/JPEG file Compatibility - This DVD can play back MP3/WMA/JPEG file recorded on the CD-R/RW and

FUJICOLOR CD and Kodak Picture CD formats.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents

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and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation or other rights owners and is intended for home
and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation or other rights owners.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby

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Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, films, video cassettes and other materials may infringe the

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rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

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Contents

Before using your unit

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................... 3

Power source ...................................................5

Features ...........................................................6

Contents ........................................................... 7

Parts and functions .......................................... 8

Display ............................................................. 9

Remote control ............................................... 10

Basic connections ..........................................12

CATV (CABLE TV) connections..................... 14

Playback connections .................................... 16

Setting up the VCR section

Setting the video channel ............................... 18

Setting the language ...................................... 18

Tuner setting ................................................... 19

To ADD/DELETE channels ............................ 20

Noise elimination ............................................ 20

Auto clock setting ........................................... 21

Manual clock setting....................................... 23

Loading and Unloading a cassette tape ......... 24

Tape playback operation

Cassette tape playback .................................. 25

Special playback ............................................ 26

ZERO RETURN function................................ 27

Video Index Search system ........................... 27

Recording

Recording a TV program ................................ 28

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)........................ 30

Timer recording .............................................. 31

Advanced function of VCR section

Stereo recording and playback ...................... 33

Separate Audio Program (SAP) ..................... 33

Duplicating a video tape ................................. 34

Duplicating a disc material onto a video tape ....

34

Disc Playback operation

Disc ................................................................ 35

Setting setup language .................................. 36

Playback procedure........................................ 37

Special playback ............................................ 38

Zooming ......................................................... 39

Locating desired scene .................................. 39

Repeat playback............................................. 40

Program playback (CD) .................................. 41

Random playback (CD) .................................. 41

MP3/WMA/JPEG playback............................. 42

Setting the JPEG Interval ............................... 44

Setting the Select Files .................................. 45

Zooming (JPEG CD) ...................................... 46

Changing angles (JPEG CD) ......................... 46

Marking desired scenes ................................. 47

Changing soundtrack language ..................... 48

Karaoke playback ........................................... 48

Subtitles ......................................................... 49

Changing angles ............................................ 49

Title selection ................................................. 49

DVD menu...................................................... 49

Advanced Function of DVD section

Parental control .............................................. 50

Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD

disc ................................................................. 51

Setting menu language .................................. 52

Setting subtitle language ................................ 53

Setting audio soundtrack language ................ 54

Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen ............. 55

Setting on screen display ............................... 56

Status display of disc ..................................... 56

Dynamic Range Control ................................. 57

Language code list ......................................... 58

Additional information

Problems and troubleshooting ....................... 59

Video head cleaning....................................... 60

Specifications ................................................. 61

LIMITED WARRANTY.................................... 62

HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE

CENTER ........................................................ 63

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Parts and functions

Front

VCR/DVD mode selector button

Cassette Loading Slot

POWER

button

AUDIO (L/R)/

VIDEO IN jacks

VCR indicator

OPEN/CLOSE button

EJECT button

Remote sensor

CHANNEL +/– buttons

STOP button

PLAY button

REW (Rewind) button

Disc tray

DVD indicator

REC button

FF (Fast Forward) button

Rear

AC power cord

DVD COMPONENT OUT jacks

S-VIDEO/COMPONENT Video

DVD COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack

Y

PB/

C

B

PR/C

R

selector switch

DVD S-VIDEO OUT jack

RF IN jack

RF OUT jack

DVD/VCR common AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT
jacks

DVD AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks

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Display

Display window

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No. Display Description

1

VCR

2

3

4

DVD

5

CD

6

PM

10 : 00

01 : 00

2

1 2

10

VCR mode

Playback (lights) / Auto resume (flashes)

Still picture

DVD disc is inserted.

CD is inserted.

Display for afternoon (lights out in the morning)

Clock display (colon [ : ] flashes)

Counter display by hour/minute at VCR/DVD / by minute/second at CD

Track number display for CD

3

89

7

4

5

6

TV channel display for VCR

CATV channel display

Error display

External input display
Playback Control (Video CD)

Timer recording display

Video tape is in the unit

Track display for CD

Normal recording display (flashes during Instant Timer Recording - ITR)

10

11

CH02

7

C036

Err

L
Pbc

8

9

TRK

REC

Explanation for On-Screen-Symbol (DVD):

Playback
Stop
Still picture
Frame advanced playback
Forward slowmotion
Fast Forward playback
Review playback
Skip chapter to forward direction
Skip chapter to reverse direction

AB

Open or Close the tray
Auto resume
Direction button’s mark
A-B repeat
Subtitle language
Soundtrack language
Output sound for Video-CD
Karaoke vocal setting

Angle
Zoom
Parental level locked
Parental level unlocked
Screen size: LETTERBOX
Screen size: PANSCAN
Screen size: WIDE
Shows prohibited act

NOTE:

Some discs may be displayed wrong or e.g. chapter number, playback time, etc. may not be displayed.

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Remote control

JVC TV Remote Control

This Remote can control some functions
(TV POWER, NUMBER (0-9), INPUT, TV
VOL +/–, TV CH +/– and ENTER) of a re-
mote controllable JVC TV by slide TV/
VCR/DVD switch to TV.
(The POWER button on the upper right is
not effective for the TV.)

NOTES:

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It’s not possible to operate a unit not
equipped with a remote sensor.

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When you operate the VCR or DVD, the
TV/VCR/DVD switch must be slided to
VCR/DVD again. Otherwise the DVD/
VCR may not operate properly.

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Since this unit is combined type of DVD
and VCR, the remote code of DVD is
individual. So please note that the DVD­keys on the RCU of the other JVC
RECEIVER/TV is not effective for this unit.

Page

TV/VCR/DVD switch
POWER Power on/off 18
DVD MENU Display menu of DVD software 43,49
MARKER Locating desired scene 47
RETURN Remove DVD set up menu 36,51
OPEN/CLOSE Open or Close the tray 37
DISPLAY Change the front Display mode 27
SUBTITLE Set Subtitle of a DVD disc 49
A.TRK Digital AUTO TRACKING 26
ANGLE Change playback angle of a DVD disc 46,49
C. RESET Reset the counter to 00:00 27
SEARCH MODE Index for DVD 39
ZERO RETURN
PLAY MODE Select playback mode 40,41
SP/EP Sets the tape speed for recording 28,30
ZOOM Zoom (DVD/VCD) 39,46
TITLE Select title of a DVD disc 49
REPEAT A-B
0-9 Direct channel selection of TV 20,28

TIMER
TV/VCR Switches between TV and VCR 18,29
TV POWER Turn the connected TV on or off 10
INPUT Switch the connected TV to external mode 10
TV VOL +/– Adjust the connected TV’s volume 10
REW Rewind/Review playback 25,26,38
PLAY Playback 25,37
FF
REC Recording 28,30,34
STOP Stop 25,37
PAUSE Still picture/Recording pause on/off 26,29,34,38
SKIP /
INDEX / Search for the INDEX mark of a tape 27
TV/VCR CH +/– Select channel of the connected TV or VCR

/ Cursor buttons
SET +/– Setting buttons 31,32

/ Cursor buttons - To move Up in the VCR menu

ENTER Enter information in the menu
SELECT Select option in the menu
SET UP MENU Display menu of setup18-23,31-33,36,44,45,50-57
CANCEL Delete Timer program 32

OSD Display VCR or DVD operation status 29,56
A.MONITOR

SLOW Slowmotion playback 26,38
SKIP SEARCH Skip the unwanted short material of a tape 26

Switch to operate TV or VCR or DVD 18,36

Stop the tape when the counter reaches 00:00

Repeat playback between A and B (DVD/CD)

Input setting 39,41-43
Enter a password 50,51
Set the unit to start recording at a preset time.31,32

Fast Forward/Forward search playback

Skip chapter to forward or reverse direction

10,28,30,34

Manual tracking buttons in playback mode 26

you press the
menu you press the

Cancel input data in the setting mode 23,31,39,41,50

Switches sound between mono and stereo
Change sound track language of DVD

. To move Down in the VCR

.

27

40

25,26,38

38,43

33
48

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Inserting Batteries

Remote control

Open the battery compart-

1

ment cover in the direction of
the arrow.

Install two "AA" batteries (supplied),

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paying attention to the polarity
diagram in the battery compartment.

Replace the compartment
cover.

Battery precautions

The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device:

1.Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

2.Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the “–” end first.

3.

Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.

4.If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from
possible battery leakage.

5.Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery
manufacturer’s directions.)

Remote control basics

• Press POWER to turn the DVD/VCR on or off.

• Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch is set to VCR/DVD.

• Tap VCR CH + or VCR CH – to move through the channels one channel at a time.

• The VCR CH +/– and SET +/– are also used to navigate on-screen menu system.

• You can directly access specific channels using Number keys pad.

• Each press of VCR or DVD, switches the screen between the VCR screen (VCR mode) and the DVD screen
(DVD mode).

Operation

• Aim the remote control at the remote sensor and press control buttons

to operate.

• Operate the remote control within 30° angle on either side of the remote

sensor, up to a distance of Approx. 5 meters.

Approx. 5 meters

Change the custom code for remote control

If you operate this DVD/VCR with another JVC’s VCR simultaneously arranging them side by side, the both record­ers will react to this remote control. In this case, you can change the remote control and DVD/VCR to other
frequency (“ ”). Then you can operate only this DVD/VCR with this changed remote control.
When you purchased, the DVD/VCR and remote control have been set to the frequency-“

Example: Change frequency to

Remote control:

While holding VCR,
press 2 (code: b) of
Number keys. (in
case of code: A,
press 1)

NOTES:

If the remote control has been set to b, the DVD/VCR also must be set to b. Otherwise, the DVD/VCR can not be

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operated with this remote control.
To reset to “A”, repeat above procedure. However press 1 instead of 2.

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DVD/VCR:

In the POWER off mode,
press and hold PLAY for
more than 5 seconds. “b”
will appear on the display
and then disappear after
approx. 4 seconds.

”.

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OUT
(TV)

IN

(ANT)

OUT
(TV)

IN

(ANT)

OUT
(TV)

IN

(ANT)

Basic connections

If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber,
ahead to page 14 for the proper connections.

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ANTENNA TO DVD/VCR CONNECTION

The DVD/VCR must be connected "between" the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV
and connect it to the DVD/VCR. Then connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting
an antenna system to a DVD/VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection
diagram.

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable

1

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire

2

DVD/VCR

DVD/VCR

Matching Transformer

300 ohm Input

75 ohm output

(not supplied)

300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire

Separate VHF and UHF Antennas

3

75/300 ohm Inputs

VHF

NOTE:

NOTES: • A clear picture will not be obtained by the DVD/VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect the

If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires, use a combiner having two 300
ohm inputs and one 75 ohm output.

antenna to the DVD/VCR properly.

• For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The use of
an outdoor type antenna is required.

• If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel.

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UHF

300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

Combiner

75 ohm output

(not supplied)

DVD/VCR

Basic connections

DVD/VCR TO TV CONNECTION

After you have connected the antenna to the DVD/VCR, you must connect the DVD/VCR to the TV.
Below are 3 common methods of connecting your DVD/VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and follow
the connection diagram.

This DVD/VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antenna
inputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the DVD/VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception.

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)

Splitter
75 ohm Input

75/300 ohm outputs
75 ohm Coaxial Cable
(supplied)

(not supplied)

TV

VHF/UHF IN

TV

UHF

VHF

NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is

used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.

TV with single 75 ohm VHF/UHF
antenna input

NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is

used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.

TV with 300 ohm UHFand 75 ohm VHF
antenna inputs

75 ohm Coaxial Cable
(supplied)

Splitter
75 ohm Input
300 ohm outputs
(not supplied)

TV

UHF

VHF

NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is

used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.

TV with 300 ohm UHF and 300 ohm VHF
antenna inputs

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CATV (CABLE TV) connections

Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels.

This DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable
company supplied converter box, except for those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to
a special channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception.

1

DVD/VCR

IN

Incoming Cable

ALLOWS:*Recording of nonscrambled channels.

Use of the programmable timer.

*

Recording of one channel while watching another.

*

DVD/VCR

2

Incoming

ALLOWS:*Recording of channels through the converter box

PREVENTS:*Recording one channel while watching another.

Converter/
Descrambler

Cable

(scrambled and unscrambled).
Using the programmable timer to record only the

*

channel selected at the converter box.

Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.

*

(ANT)

OUT
(TV)

IN

(ANT)

OUT
(TV)

TV

VHF/UHF

IN (ANT)

TV

VHF/UHF

IN (ANT)

NOTE:

To record from converter/descrambler,
DVD/VCR tuner must be tuned to the
converter output channel, usually
channel 3 or 4.

3

Incoming Cable

ALLOWS:*Recording of nonscrambled channels.

Use of the programmable timer.

*

Recording an unscrambled channel while watching

*

any channel selected at the converter box.

PREVENTS: Recording scrambled channels.

NOTE: Whenever a Converter/Descrambler box is placed before the DVD/VCR, you must tune the DVD/VCR

to the output of the Converter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.

DVD/VCR

(ANT)

OUT
(TV)

TV

IN

Converter/Descrambler

NOTE:

If you are playing a tape or using the
tuner built into the DVD/VCR, the
converter must be set to the video
channel output of the DVD/VCR (either
3 or 4).

VHF/UHF

IN (ANT)

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CATV (CABLE TV) connections

IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.

This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled
programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult
your local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are many
ways to connect your DVD/VCR to a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection.

DVD/VCR

4

Splitter

TV

A/B Switch

A
B

Incoming

Cable

Converter/Descrambler

IN

(ANT)

OUT

(TV)

ALLOWS:*Recording of one channel while watching another.

Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.

*

Recording of all channels through the converter box.

*

PREVENTS:*Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel.

Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.

*

DVD/VCR

5

Splitter

IN

(ANT)

Incoming

Cable

Converter/
Descrambler

ALLOWS:*Recording of nonscrambled channels.

Recording of one channel while watching another.

*

Watching premium channels through the converter while recording nonscrambled channels.

*

Using the programmable timer.

*

PREVENTS: Recording scrambled channels.

OUT
(TV)

A/B Switch

A
B

VHF/UHF

IN (ANT)

TV

VHF/UHF

IN (ANT)

DVD/VCR

6

Splitter

Incoming

Cable

Converter/
Descrambler

Converter/
Descrambler

IN

(ANT)

OUT
(TV)

ALLOWS:*Recording of all channels through the converter box.

Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watching another (scrambled or

*

unscrambled) channel.
Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.

*

PREVENTS: Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.

A/B Switch

A

B

TV

VHF/UHF

IN (ANT)

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Playback connections

The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the DVD/VCR is dependent
on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner's Manual provided with each component for the
location of video and audio inputs and outputs.

Connect to a TV with Audio/Video Output

Use the supplied AUDIO/VIDEO cable.

TV

DVD/VCR

Audio (L) Output

Y

PB/

C

B

PR/C

R

Video Output

Audio (R) Output

To Video

Input

To Audio (R) Input

To Audio (L) Input

AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)

Connect to a TV with S-Video Output / Component Video Output

You can use the following connection only for DVD/CD playback.

To Component

Video Output

COMPONENT VIDEO cable (not supplied)

S-Video cable (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

Y

PB/

C

B

PR/C

R

S-VIDEO/COMPONENT

Video selector switch

To S-Video Input

Audio (L) Output

S-Video Output

NOTE:

Audio (R) Output

AUDIO cable (not supplied)

When you make this connection, set the S-VIDEO/COMPONENT Video selector switch to the desired position.
And also you must select the corresponding video input on your TV.

To Component
Video Input

TV

To Audio (R) Input
To Audio (L) Input

Connect to a BS TUNER

VHF/UHF
Antenna

Satellite
Antenna

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ANT. Input

BS Tuner

ANT. Output

75 ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

To ANT. Input

Y

PB/

C

B

PR/C

R

Video Output

Audio (L) Output

Audio (R) Output

AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)

ANT.
Output

75 ohm coaxial
cable (supplied)

TV

To ANT.
Input

Connect to a Stereo Amplifier with Audio Output

Playback connections

DVD/VCR

AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)

To Audio/Video Output

To Audio/Video Input

Stereo Amplifier

Y

PB/

C

B

PR/C

R

Audio (L) Output
Audio (R) Output

To Audio (L) Input

TV

To Audio (R) Input

AUDIO cable (not supplied)

Connect to an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround

If you are using an Amplifier with a built-in digital surround as follows, you can enjoy the various audio systems
such as Dolby Digital and DTS by using the Coaxial Digital Output.

Use this connection to connect an:

• AV amplifier with built-in *Dolby Digital decoder

• AV amplifier with built-in *DTS decoder

Coaxial Digital Audio Output

DVD/VCR

Y

PB/

C

B

PR/C

R

Coaxial digital cable
(not supplied)

Video cable (not supplied)

Video Output

AV Amplifier with
built-in various
decoder as above

To Video
Input

TV

NOTE:

You may connect to a TV with a
Component video cable (not supplied)
or S-Video cable (not supplied) instead
of a video cable (not supplied).

NOTES:

•

The COAXIAL, AUDIO L/R, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT jacks are useful only for DVD section. The VHS signal
is output only from the composite jack (DVD/VCR VIDEO OUTPUT) and UHF/VHF OUT.

•

When you make the connections above, do not set DOLBY DIGITAL to DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS to ON on the AV
Amplifier. If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the
speakers to be damaged

•

DTS audio will be output only from the COAXIAL output. To hear DTS audio, DTS-Decoder is necessary.
When playing DTS-encoded CDs, only noise will be heard from the speakers or analogue stereo outputs.

•

Some DTS decoders which do not support DVD-DTS interface may not work properly with the unit.

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Setting the video channel/Setting the language

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ñ

MENU
TIMER REC SET
AUTO REPEAT

ON OFF
ON OFF

SAP
CH SETUP
SYSTEM SETUP

Setting the Video Channel

To view playback of a recorded tape,
or to watch a program selected by
the VCR's channel selector, the TV
must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video
channel).

When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only.

Press and hold 3 or 4 on the remote for 3 seconds in standby

1

mode. The video channel will start to flash
for 3 seconds in the display window.

Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR.

2

Slide TV/VCR/DVD switch to VCR/DVD. Then press VCR to

3

select the VCR mode. The VCR indicator on the front panel
will light.

Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond with the

4

channel selected in step 1.

Press TV/VCR to select the VCR position.

5

The VCR indicator will appear in the display window.

Select any channel to receive a TV station in your area.

6

The channel number will appear on the screen for about
4 seconds.

For a push-button TV tuner

If CH 3 or 4 corresponding to the video channel cannot be tuned
on your TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR 3/4 channel selector
and the TV to CH 3 or 4, play back a prerecorded tape and tune
the TV to receive a sharp color picture from the video cassette
recorder. Refer to your TV owner's manual for details.

NOTES:

• If the unit does not operate properly,
or No key operation (by the unit and/
or the remote control): Static electric-

ity, etc., may affect the player's opera­tion. Disconnect the AC power cord
once, then connect it again.

• If no buttons are pressed for more than
60 seconds,the MENU screen will
return to normal TV operation
automatically.

• Both the VCR and the DVD have their
own menu options (see page 36).

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Setting the language

You can choose from three different languages (English,
French and Spanish) for the on-screen displays.

Press SET UP MENU.

1

The VCR menu screen will appear.
Press
SETUP”, then press ENTER.
If you use the unit for the first time
and press SET UP MENU, instead
of the main menu screen on the
right the “SYSTEM SETUP” menu
screen in step 2 may appear.

Press or to select the

2

“LANGUAGE” option, then press
ENTER.

Press

3

language: English (ENGLISH),
Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French
(FRANCAIS), then press ENTER.

Press SET UP MENU until the MENU screen is cleared.

4

or to select “SYSTEM

or to select the desired

SYSTEM SETUP

CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
NO NOISE BACKGROUND

AUTO CLOCK
STANDARD TIME
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

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ON OFF
ON OFF

ñ

ñ

Tuner setting

This DVD/VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to
the next channel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they
must be programmed into the DVD/VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this DVD/
VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. To use this DVD/VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the TV mode. When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in the CATV mode.

Preparation:

Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.

•

Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD.

•

Then press VCR to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator
will light.)

TV/CATV Selection

Press SET UP MENU. The VCR menu screen will appear.

1

Press

or to select “CH SETUP”, then press ENTER.

Press or to select the “TV/

2

CATV” option.

Then press ENTER to select the

3

TV or CATV mode. The arrow
indicates the selected mode.

TV - VHF/UHF channels
CATV - CABLE TV channels

Press SET UP MENU until the menu screen is cleared.

4

CH SETUP

TV CATV
AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE

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CH SETUP

TV CATV
AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE

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Setting channels automatically

The VCR can receive a maximum of 181 channels by
presetting the channels into memory.

Repeat above step 1 and press

1

or to select “AUTO CH

MEMORY”.

CH SETUP

TV CATV
AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE

ñ

ñ

NOTE:

You can not select "CH SETUP" if you
set the channel to "L".

Then press ENTER.

2

The auto tuning will start. The
channel display will count up and
when finished, the screen returns
to normal.

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ñ

CH 002

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To ADD/DELETE channels/Noise elimination

To ADD/DELETE channels

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

Preparation:

Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.

•

Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD.

•

Then press VCR to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator
will light.)

Repeat the step 1 on page 19.

1

Then press
“ADD/DELETE” option and press

ENTER.

To Add or Delete desired channels

2

1

Press Number keys or
to select a channel number
you want to add or delete.

2

To add channels

Press ENTER until “ADD”
appears on the screen to set
to add the unmemorized
channel.

To delete channels

Press ENTER until “DELETE” appears on the screen to
set to delete the channel from memory. The channel
number will blink.

or to select the

/

CH SETUP

TV CATV
AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE

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/ENTER/MENU

ADD

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/0-9/ENTER/MENU

ñ

ñ

CH 003

3

Repeat to to add or delete other channel.

Press SET UP MENU until the menu screen is cleared.

3

1

2

Noise elimination

When you don't want to receive a weak signal broadcast, the
Blue back screen can be obtained by selecting the NO NOISE
BACKGROUND "ON". When the unit is shipped from the
factory, the NO NOISE BACKGROUND is set to the "ON".

Repeat the steps 1~2 on page 18 and press

1

“NO NOISE BACKGROUND”.

Press ENTER to select the “ON”

2

position.

Press SET UP MENU until the menu screen is cleared.

3

SYSTEM SETUP

〈+/—/ENTER/MENU 〉

or to select

CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
NO NOISE BACKGROUND

AUTO CLOCK
STANDARD TIME
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

ON OFF
ON OFF

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