JVC HR-XVC1U User Manual

DVD/CD PLAYER

LPT0719-001A

Hi-Fi STEREO

VIDEO CASSETTE

RECORDER

USER'S GUIDE

For model:

HR-XVC1U

POWER

TV

VCR

DVD

OPEN/

MARKER RETURN

DVDMENU

CLOSE

ZERORETURN

C.RESET

DISPLAY A.TRK

SEARCH

SUBTITLE

ANGLE

MODE

SP/EP

PLAY

REPEAT

ZOOM

TITLE

MODE

A-B

TV

POWER

INPUT

TV VOL

TIMER

TV/VCR

0

PLAY

FF

REW

STOP

PAUSE

REC

R

C

V

C

/

V

H

T

+

SKIP

SKIP

/INDEX

/INDEX

ENTER/

SET SET

SELECT

SETUP

CANCEL

MENU

T

Ð

V

/

H

V

C

C

R

SLOW

OSD

SKIP

SEARCH

A.MONITOR

VCR/DVD/TV

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.

The lightning flash with arrowhead

3

CH.

IN

OUT

ANT.

DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT

DVD OUTPUT

L
R

VIDEO

OPTICAL COAXIAL

AUDIO

L

R

4

( )

TV

( )

Y

PB/C

B

PR/C

R

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SER VICE PERSONNEL.

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.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with

the FCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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 O THER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE T O LASER BEAM, DO NO T TR Y T O 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
ST AND ARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J.

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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 stor m, 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

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

•
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

•
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

• D VD/CD pla yer 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. The DVD PLAYER can play back video CDs and audio CDs.

• 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 5 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 (Optical or 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/20 bit exceeds audio CD sound.

• Surround audio - This DVD equipped with a “SPATIALIZER N-2-2”. It can produce the effect of being in a cinema or a
concert hall.

• 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.

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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*

Certain audio features of this product manufactured under license from Desper Products,Inc. Spatializer and the circle

- in - square device are trademarks owned by Desper Products,Inc.

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Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, films, video cassettes and other materials may infringe the
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 Connection .....................................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 Playback ................................................ 42

Marking Desired Scenes ................................ 43

Changing soundtrack language ..................... 44

Subtitles ......................................................... 44

Changing angles ............................................ 45

Title selection ................................................. 45

DVD menu...................................................... 45

Advanced Function of DVD section

Parental control .............................................. 46

Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD

disc................................................................. 47

Setting menu language .................................. 48

Setting subtitle language................................ 49

Setting audio soundtrack language................ 50

Setting surround sound .................................. 50

Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen............. 51

Setting on Screen display .............................. 52

Status display of Disc..................................... 52

Dynamic Range Control ................................. 53

Language Code List ....................................... 54

Additional information

Problems and troubleshooting ....................... 55

Video head cleaning....................................... 56

Specifications ................................................. 57

HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE

CENTER ........................................................ 58

LIMITED WARRANTY ................................... 59

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Parts and functions

Front

VCR/DVD mode selector button

Cassette Loading Slot

POWER

VIDEO (M) L - AUDIO - R

VCR

POWER

button

AUDIO (L/R)/

VIDEO IN jacks

VCR indicator

OPEN/CLOSE button

EJECT button

VCR/DVD

EJECT

CH

Remote sensor

CHANNEL +/– buttons

PLAY button

STOP button

PLAY STOP

OPEN/CLOSE

REW FF REC DVD

REW (Rewind) button

Disc tray

DVD indicator

REC button

FF (Fast Forward) button

Rear

AC power cord

DVD OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO

OUT jack

DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

DVD COAXIAL DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT jack

DVD AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks

DVD S-VIDEO OUT jack

DVD OUTPUT

L
R

CH.

3

IN

( )

ANT.

OUT

( )

TV

4

PB/C

PR/C

Y

VIDEO

B

L

AUDIO

R

R

3/4 Channel Selector Switch

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

DVD COMPONENT OUT jacks

RF IN jack

RF OUT jack

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Display window

Display

1 2

11

10

No. Display Description

1
2
3
4
5
6

7

VCR

DVD
CD
PM
10 : 00
01 : 00
2
CH02

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
TV channel display for VCR

3

89

7

4

5
6

CATV channel display
External input display
Timer recording display
Video tape is in the unit
Track display for CD
Normal recording display (flashes during Instant Timer Recording - ITR)

8
9

10

11

C036
L

TRK
REC

Explanation for On-Screen-Symbol:

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

Note:

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

Skip chapter to reverse
direction
Open or Close the tray
Auto resume
Direction button’s mark

AB

A-B repeat
Subtitle language
Soundtrack language
Angle

Zoom
Parental level locked
Parental level unlocked
Screen size: Normal TV
Screen size: PAN SCAN
Screen size: WIDE
Shows Prohibited act
Output sound for Video-CD

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Remote control

PLAY

C

V

C

DVD

C.RESET

ANGLE

TV/VCR

R

C

H

H

C

R

SLOW

+

—

POWER

OPEN/

CLOSE

ZERO RETURN

SEARCH

MODE

REPEAT

A-B

TV

POWER

INPUT

TV VOL

FF

PAUSE

SKIP
/INDEX

CANCEL

SKIP

SEARCH

TV

VCR

MARKER RETURN

DVD MENU

DISPLAY A.TRK

SUB TITLE

SP/EP

PLAY

ZOOM TITLE

MODE

TIMER

0

REW

REC

SKIP
/INDEX

SET UP
MENU

OSD

STOP

/

V

T

ENTER/

SET SET

SELECT

T

V

/

V

A.MONITOR

VCR/DVD/TV

JVC TV Remote Control

This Remote can control some functions (TV
POWER, NUMBER(0-9), INPUT, TV VOL +/–,
TV CH +/– and ENTER) of a remote

controllable JVC TV by slide TV/VCR/DVD
switch to TV.
(The POWER button on the upper right is not
effective for the TV.)

NOTE:

It’s not possible to operate a unit not

•

equipped with a remote sensor.
This Remote can control a JVC TV only.

•

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.
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

Switch to operate TV or VCR or DVD 18,36
POWER Power on/off 18
DVD MENU Display menu of DVD software 45
MARKER Locating desired scene 43
RETURN Remove DVD set up menu 36,47
OPEN/CLOSE Open or Close the tray 37
DISPLAY Change the front Display mode 27
A.TRK Digital AUTO TRACKING 26
SUB TITLE Set Subtitle of a DVD disc 44
C. RESET Reset the counter to 00:00 27
ANGLE Change playback angle of a DVD disc 45
ZERO RETURN

Stop the tape when the counter reaches 00:00

27
SEARCH MODE Index for DVD 39
SP/EP Sets the tape speed for recording 28,30
PLAY MODE Select playback mode 40,41
ZOOM Zoom (DVD/VCD) 39
TITLE Select title of a DVD disc 45
REPEAT A-B

Repeat playback between A and B (DVD/CD)

40
0-9 Direct channel selection of TV 20,28

Input setting 39,41
Enter a password 46,47

TIMER

Set the unit to start recording at a preset time.31,32
TV/VCR Switches between TV and VCR 18,29
TV POWER Tur n 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

Fast Forward/Forward search playback

25,26,38
REC Recording 28,30,34
STOP Stop 25,37
PAUSE Still picture/Recording pause on/off 26,29,34,38
SKIP /

Skip chapter to forward or reverse direction

38
INDEX / Search for the INDEX mark of a tape 27
TV/VCR CH +/– Select channel of the connected TV or VCR

10,28,30,34
/ Cursor buttons
SET –/+ Setting buttons 31,32

Manual tracking buttons in playback mode 26

/ Cursor buttons - To move Up in the VCR menu

you press the
menu you press the

. To move Down in the VCR

.
ENTER Enter information in the menu
SELECT Select option in the menu
SET UP MENU Display menu of setup 18,19,36,48-52
CANCEL Delete Timer program 32

Cancel input data in the setting mode 23,31,39,41
OSD Display VCR or DVD operation status 29,52
A.MONITOR

Switches sound between mono and stereo

Change sound track language of DVD

33

44
SLOW Slowmotion playback 26,38
SKIP SEARCH Skip the unwanted short material of a tape 26

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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 thebattery 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)

TV

DVD MENU

VCR

DVD

MARKER RETURN

POWER

OPEN/

CLOSE

PLAY
MODE

0

ZOOM TITLE

TIMER

TV/VCR

REPEAT

POWER

TVVOL

SEARCH

SUBTITLE

ANGLE

SP/EP

DVD/VCR:

MODE

In the POWER off mode,

A-B

press and hold PLAY for

TV

more than 5 seconds. “b”

INPUT

will appear on the display
and then disappear after
approx. 4 seconds.

OPEN/CLOSE

PLAY STOP

REW FF REC DVD

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
operated with this remote control.

•

To reset to “A”, repeat above procedure. However press 1 instead of 2.

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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 D VD/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

IN

(ANT.)

OUT

(TV)

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.

UHF

300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

Combiner

75 ohm output

(not supplied)

IN

(ANT.)

OUT
(TV)

DVD/VCR

IN

(ANT.)

OUT
(TV)

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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 f ollo w
the connection diagram.

This DVD/VCR has a single 75 ohm output f or 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.

*

2

Converter/
Descrambler

Incoming

Cable

ALLOWS:*Recording of channels through the converter box

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

*

channel selected at the converter box.

PREVENTS:*Recording one channel while watching another.

Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.

*

(ANT.)

OUT
(TV)

DVD/VCR

(ANT.)

OUT

(TV)

IN

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

DVD/VCR

TV

IN

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.

(ANT.)

OUT
(TV)

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)

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.

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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 receiv e scrambled programs since it does not contain a descramb ler. In order to receiv e 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 Connection

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 Cord.

TV

DVD/VCR

Audio (L) Output

DVD OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

L
R

Video Output

IN

Y

VIDEO

( )

ANT.

PB/C

B

L

OUT

AUDIO

( )

TV

PR/C

R

R

CH.

3

4

Audio (R) Output

AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (supplied)

Connect to a TV with S-Video Output

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

S-Video Cord (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

DVD OUTPUT

DIGITALAUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT

Audio (L) Output

Audio (R) Output

OPTICAL COAXIAL

L
R

IN

Y

VIDEO

()

ANT.

PB/C

B

L

OUT

AUDIO

()

TV

PR/C

R

R

CH.

3

4

To S-Video Input

S-Video Output

AUDIO Cord (not supplied)

Connect to a BS TUNER

VHF/UHF
Antenna

To Video

Input

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

TV

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

Satellite
Antenna

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ANT. Input

BS Tuner

ANT. output

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

To ANT. Input

DVD OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

Y

L

R

PB/C

B

PR/C

R

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

CH.

3

Video Output

Audio (L) Output

Audio (R) Output

AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (supplied)

IN

( )

ANT.

OUT

( )

TV

ANT.

4

Output

75 ohm Coaxial
Cable (supplied)

TV

To ANT.
Input

Playback Connection

Connect to a Stereo Amplifier with Audio Output

If your TV has a COMPONENT VIDEO IN jack, you can connect the DVD/VCR to the TV with a COMPONENT
cable (not supplied) as shown below. COMPONENT VIDEO output jack can send higher-quality video signal to a
TV than S-Video output.

To Component

Video Output

DVD/VCR

COMPONENT VIDEO Cord (not supplied)

AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (supplied)

To Audio/Video Output

To Audio/Video Input

To
Component
Video Input

DVD OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

L
R

Y

VIDEO

PB/C

B

L
AUDIO

PR/C

R

R

Audio (L) Output
Audio (R) Output

Stereo Amplifier

IN

( )

ANT.

OUT

( )

TV

CH.

3

4

To Audio (L) Input

TV

To Audio (R) Input

AUDIO Cord (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 Optical or Coaxial Digital Output.

Use this connection to connect an:

• AV amplifier with built-in *Dolby Digital decoder

• AV amplifier with built-in *DTS decoder

DVD/VCR

Coaxial digital

Audio Output

Video Output

DVD OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

L
R

IN

Y

VIDEO

( )

ANT.

PB/CB

L

OUT

AUDIO

( )

TV

PR/CR

R

CH.

3

4

Coaxial digital cable
(not supplied)

Video cord (not supplied)

AV Amplifier with
built-in various
decoder as above

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).

To Video
Input

TV

Connecting the optical digital cable

Y ou may connect to an AV Amplifier with an Optical digital cable (not supplied) instead of a Coaxial digital
cable.

When you connect the optical digital cable (not supplied), remove the dust protection cap from the rear panel.
When not using the optical digital cable, attach the dust protection cap to protect against dust.

NOTES:

•

The OPTICAL, 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 abov e, do not set DOLBY DIGITAL to DOLBY DIGIT AL or DTS to ON on the A V
Amplifier. If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the
speakers to be damaged.

•

Caution for the optical digital audio output connector: Do not connect to an amplifier (with an optical digital input
connector) which does not contain a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. Otherwise, any attempt to play DVDs may
cause such a high level of noise that it may be harmful to your ears and damage your speakers.

•

DTS audio will be output only from the COAXIAL or OPTICAL 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

〈+/-/ENTER/MENU〉

SYSTEM SET UP

CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
NO NOISE BACKGROUND

AUTO CLOCK
STANDARD TIME

ON OFF
ON OFF

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

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).

TV

VCR

MARKER RETURN

DVD MENU
DISPLAY A.TRK

SUB TITLE

SP/EP

PLAY

ZOOM TITLE

MODE

DVD

C.RESET

ANGLE

POWER

OPEN/

CLOSE

ZERO RETURN

SEARCH

MODE

REPEAT

A-B

TV

POWER

INPUT

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

Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR.

1

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

2

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

Set the 3/4 Channel selector switch on the rear panel to CH

3

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

4

channel selected in step 3.
Press TV/VCR to select the VCR position.

5

The VCR indicator will appear in the display.
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.

TV/VCR

C

H

+

—

H

C

SLOW

TV VOL

PAUSE

SKIP
/INDEX

CANCEL

SKIP

SEARCH

TIMER

0

REW

REC

SKIP
/INDEX

SET SET

SET UP
MENU

OSD

PLAY

STOP

V

/

V

T

ENTER/
SELECT

T

V

/

V

A.MONITOR

R

C

C

R

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 aff ect 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

FF

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

Press SETUP MENU,

1

If you use the unit for the first time
and press SETUP MENU, instead
of the main menu screen on the

MENU
TIMER REC SET
AUTO REPEAT
SAP
CH SET UP
SYSTEM SET UP

ON OFF
ON OFF

right the SYSTEM SET UP menu
screen in step 2 may appear.

Press or to select the

2

“LANGUAGE” option, then press

á

+/-/ENTER/MENU

ñ

ENTER.

Press

3

language: English (ENGLISH),

or to select the desired

Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French
(FRANCAIS), then press ENTER.

Press SETUP MENU until the MENU screen is cleared.

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