JVC HR-XVC20U User Manual

DVD/CD PLAYER

Hi-Fi STEREO

VIDEO CASSETTE

RECORDER

USER'S GUIDE

For model:

HR-XVC20U

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.

LPT0783-001A

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.

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Y

PB/CB

PR/CR

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

PORTABLE CART WARNING (symbol provided by RETAC)

Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation,

S3125A

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 ground- ing-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.

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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	ANTENNA
		DISCHARGE UNIT
		(NEC SECTION 810-20)
	ELECTRIC SERVICE	GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
	EQUIPMENT
		(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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.

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

•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.

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

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 (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/24 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.

•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 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 Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

*“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

*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.

*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
TV multi-brand remote control ........................	12
Control four JVC VCRs ..................................	13
Basic connections ..........................................	14
CATV (CABLE TV) connections .....................	16
Playback connections ....................................	18
Setting up the VCR section
Setting the video channel ...............................	20
Setting the language ......................................	20
Tuner setting ..................................................	21
To ADD/DELETE channels .............................	22
Noise elimination ............................................	22
Auto clock setting ...........................................	23
Manual clock setting .......................................	25
Loading and Unloading a cassette tape .........	26
Tape playback operation
Cassette tape playback ..................................	27
Special playback ............................................	28
ZERO RETURN function ................................	29
Video Index Search system ...........................	29
Recording
Recording a TV program ................................	30
Instant Timer Recording (ITR) ........................	32
Timer recording ..............................................	33
Advanced function of VCR section
Stereo recording and playback ......................	35
Separate Audio Program (SAP) .....................	35
Duplicating a video tape .................................	36
Duplicating a disc material onto a video tape ....	36

Disc Playback operation
Disc ................................................................	37
Setting setup language ..................................	38
Playback procedure .......................................	39
Special playback ............................................	40
Zooming .........................................................	41
Locating desired scene ..................................	41
Repeat playback ............................................	42
Program playback (CD) ..................................	43
Random playback (CD) ..................................	43
MP3/WMA/JPEG playback .............................	44
Setting the JPEG Interval ...............................	46
Setting the Select Files ..................................	47
Zooming (JPEG CD) ......................................	48
Changing angles (JPEG CD) .........................	48
Marking desired scenes .................................	49
Changing soundtrack language .....................	50
Karaoke playback ...........................................	50
Subtitles .........................................................	51
Changing angles ............................................	51
Title selection .................................................	51
DVD menu ......................................................	51
Advanced Function of DVD section
Parental control ..............................................	52
Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD
disc .................................................................	53
Setting menu language ..................................	54
Setting subtitle language ................................	55
Setting audio soundtrack language ................	56
Setting surround sound ..................................	56
Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen .............	57
Setting on screen display ...............................	58
Status display of disc .....................................	58
Dynamic Range Control .................................	59
Language code list .........................................	60
Additional information
Problems and troubleshooting .......................	61
Video head cleaning .......................................	62
Specifications .................................................	63
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE
CENTER ........................................................	64
LIMITED WARRANTY ....................................	65

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Parts and functions

	Front
	VCR/DVD mode selector button				STOP button
	Cassette Loading Slot		OPEN/CLOSE button		PLAY button
			EJECT button			Disc tray
	POWER		Remote sensor			DVD indicator
	button	CHANNEL +/– buttons		REW (Rewind) button		REC button
	AUDIO (L/R)/
		VCR indicator			FF (Fast Forward) button
	VIDEO IN jacks

Rear

DVD COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack
AC power cord
Y	RF IN jack
PB/CB
PR/CR	RF OUT jack
DVD COMPONENT OUT jacks
S-VIDEO/COMPONENT Video	DVD/VCR common AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT
selector switch	jacks
DVD S-VIDEO OUT jack	DVD AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks
DVD OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack

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Display

Display window	1	2	3	4

	11				5
					6
		10	9	8	7
No.	Display				Description
1	VCR	VCR mode
2		Playback (lights) / Auto resume (flashes)
3		Still picture
4	DVD	DVD disc is inserted.
5	CD	CD is inserted.
6	PM	Display for afternoon (lights out in the morning)
	10 : 00	Clock display (colon [ : ] flashes)
	01 : 00	Counter display by hour/minute at VCR/DVD / by minute/second at CD
	2	Track number display for CD
7	CH02	TV channel display for VCR
	C036	CATV channel display
	Err	Error display
	L	External input display
	Pbc	Playback Control (Video CD)
8		Timer recording display
9		Video tape is in the unit
10	TRK	Track display for CD
11	REC	Normal recording display (flashes during Instant Timer Recording - ITR)

Explanation for On-Screen-Symbol (DVD):

Playback

Open or Close the tray

Angle

Stop

Auto resume

Zoom

Still picture

Direction button’s mark

Parental level locked

Frame advanced playback

A

B A-B repeat

Parental level unlocked

Forward slowmotion

Subtitle language

Screen size: LETTERBOX

Fast Forward playback

Soundtrack language

Screen size: PANSCAN

Review playback

Output sound for Video-CD

Screen size: WIDE

Skip chapter to forward direction

Karaoke vocal setting

Shows prohibited act

Skip chapter to reverse direction

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

TV Multi-Brand Remote Control

This Remote can control some functions (TV POWER, NUMBER(0-9), INPUT, TV VOL +/–, TV CH +/– and ENTER) of a remote controllable TV of JVC and the brands listed on page 12 by slide

TV/VCR/DVD switch to TV.

(The POWER button on the upper right is not effective for the TV.)

NOTES:

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

•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

20,38

POWER

Power on/off

20

DVD MENU

Display menu of DVD software

51

MARKER

Locating desired scene

49

RETURN

Remove DVD set up menu

38,53

OPEN/CLOSE

Open or Close the tray

39

DISPLAY

Change the front Display mode

29

SUBTITLE

Set Subtitle of a DVD disc

51

A.TRK

Digital AUTO TRACKING

28

ANGLE

Change playback angle of a DVD disc

46,51

C. RESET

Reset the counter to 00:00

29

SEARCH MODE

Index for DVD

41

ZERO RETURN

Stop the tape when the counter reaches 00:00

29

PLAY MODE

Select playback mode

42,43

SP/EP

Sets the tape speed for recording

30,32

ZOOM

Zoom (DVD/VCD)

41,47

TITLE

Select title of a DVD disc

51

REPEAT A-B

Repeat playback between A and B (DVD/CD)

42

0-9

Direct channel selection of TV

22,30

Input setting

41,43

Enter a password

52,53

TIMER

Set the unit to start recording at a preset time. 33,34

TV/VCR

Switches between TV and VCR

20,31

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

27,28,40

PLAY

Playback

27,39

FF

Fast Forward/Forward search playback 27,28,40

REC

Recording

30,32,36

STOP

Stop

27,39

PAUSE

Still picture/Recording pause on/off

28,31,36,40

SKIP

/

Skip chapter to forward or reverse direction

40,45

INDEX

/

Search for the INDEX mark of a tape

29

TV/VCR CH +/–

Select channel of the connected TV or VCR

10,30,32,36

/

Cursor buttons

SET –/+

Setting buttons

33,34

Manual tracking buttons in playback mode

28

/

Cursor buttons - To move Up in the VCR menu

you press the . To move Down in the VCR

menu you press the .

ENTER

Enter information in the menu

SELECT

Select option in the menu

SET UP MENU

Display menu of setup

20,21,38,46-48,54-58

CANCEL

Delete Timer program

34

Cancel input data in the setting mode

25,33,41,43

OSD

Display VCR or DVD operation status

31,58

A.MONITOR

Switches sound between mono and stereo

35

Change sound track language of DVD

50

SLOW

Slowmotion playback

28,40

SKIP SEARCH

Skip the unwanted short material of a tape

28

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Remote control

Inserting Batteries

1 Open the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow.

2 Install two "AA" batteries (supplied),	3 Replace the compartment
paying attention to the polarity	cover.
diagram in the battery compartment.

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

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TV multi-brand remote control

The DVD/VCR’s remote control can control several functions on JVC remote control TVs and on the brands of remote control TVs listed below.

NOTE:

Depending on the type of TV, there may be cases where some or all functions cannot be operated using the remote control.

Preparation:

•Turn the power off the TV using theTV’s remote control.

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

1 Press and hold VCR on the remote control until you finish the step 2.

2 Enter your TV’s brand code using the Number keys, then press ENTER.

•Once you have set the remote control to operate the TV, you don’t have to repeat this step until you replace your remote control’s batteries.

•PANASONIC has two codes. If the TV does not function with one code, try entering the other.

3 First, press TV POWER on the remote to see if the TV’s power goes on as it should. If it does, try other operations.

•The TV POWER, TV CH+/–, TV VOL+/–, ENTER, INPUT and Number keys on the remote can all be used to operate the TV. *For some brands of TV, you must press ENTER after having pressed the Number keys.

TV BRAND NAME	BRAND CODE
JVC	01
MAGNAVOX	02
MITSUBISHI	03
PANASONIC	04, 11
RCA	05
SHARP	06
SONY	07
TOSHIBA	08
ZENITH	09
HITACHI	10
SAMSUNG	12
SANYO	13
SEARS	13

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Control four JVC VCRs

The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC VCRs independently; one set to respond to your remote control’s A code control signals and the other set to respond to B, C, D code control signals. The remote control is preset to send A code signals because your DVD/VCR is initially set to respond to A code signals. You can easily modify your DVD/ VCR to respond to the other code signals.

Preparation:

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

1 Press and hold VCR on the remote control until you finish the step 2.

2 Press one of the following buttons to enter the desired code, then press ENTER.

1:sets the remote control code to “A”

2:sets the remote control code to “b”

3:sets the remote control code to “C”

4:sets the remote control code to “d”

3 To turn off the unit, press POWER on the front panel.

4 Press PLAY on the front panel for 5 seconds. The current setting code of the unit appears on the display.

5 Press STOP on the remote control. The new code is transmitted to the unit and blinks for about 4 seconds on the display, then the clock time appears.

6 Press POWER on the remote control. When the unit is turned on, the setting is complete. If the unit is NOT turned on, repeat from step 1.

POWER

PLAY

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Basic connections

If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber,skip ahead to page 16 for the proper connections.

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.

1

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable

DVD/VCR

IN

(ANT)

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

OUT (TV)

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

Matching Transformer 300 ohm Input 75 ohm output (not supplied)

IN (ANT)

OUT (TV)

	300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire
3	Separate VHF and UHF Antennas	DVD/VCR
		Combiner
		75/300 ohm Inputs
	UHF	75 ohm output
		(not supplied)
	VHF

300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire

IN (ANT)

OUT (TV)

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

NOTE: 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.

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

TV

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)

Splitter

75 ohm Input 75/300 ohm outputs

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (not supplied) (supplied)

Splitter

75 ohm Input

300 ohm outputs

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (not supplied) (supplied)

VHF/UHF IN

TV

UHF

VHF

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

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
	(ANT)
	Incoming Cable

OUT (TV)

ALLOWS: * Recording of nonscrambled channels.

*Use of the programmable timer.

*Recording of one channel while watching another.

DVD/VCR

2 Converter/

Descrambler

IN

(ANT)

Incoming

Cable OUT

(TV)

TV

VHF/UHF IN (ANT)

TV

VHF/UHF IN (ANT)

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.

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	Converter/Descrambler	VHF/UHF
Incoming Cable	(ANT)
			IN (ANT)
	OUT
	(TV)

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:

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).

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 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.

4		DVD/VCR
	Splitter			TV
			A/B Switch	VHF/UHF
Incoming		IN		IN (ANT)
		(ANT)
	Cable		A
			B
	Converter/Descrambler	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.

5	DVD/VCR
	TV
	Splitter

Incoming	Converter/
Cable	Descrambler

	IN	VHF/UHF
	(ANT)
		IN (ANT)
	OUT	A/B Switch
	(TV)
		A
		B

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.

6			DVD/VCR
		Converter/	TV
	Splitter	Descrambler

	Incoming	Converter/
	Cable
		Descrambler

	IN	VHF/UHF
	(ANT)
		IN (ANT)

OUT	A/B Switch
(TV)
	A
	B

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.

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S-Video Output Audio (R) Output

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

Audio (L) Output Video Output

DVD/VCR

Y

PB/CB

PR/CR

Audio (R) Output	To Video	To Audio (R) Input
	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 Input

To Component COMPONENT VIDEO cable (not supplied) TV

Video Output

S-Video cable (not supplied)

DVD/VCR

Y

PB/CB

PR/CR

S-VIDEO/COMPONENT	To S-Video Input	To Audio (R) Input
Video selector switch	Audio (L) Output	To Audio (L) Input

AUDIO cable (not supplied)

NOTE:

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.

Connect to a BS TUNER

Satellite

Antenna

	VHF/UHF
	Antenna
	75 ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)		TV
ANT. Input	DVD/VCR	To ANT. Input
BS Tuner
		Y
		PB/CB	ANT.
		PR/CR
			Output
ANT. Output	Video Output
			75 ohm coaxial
	Audio (L) Output
			cable (supplied)
	Audio (R) Output		To ANT.
			Input
		AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)

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Playback connections

Connect to a Stereo Amplifier with Audio Output

	AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)	To Audio/Video Input
DVD/VCR	To Audio/Video Output

Stereo Amplifier

Y

PB/CB

PR/CR

Audio (L) Output

Audio (R) Output

TV

To Audio (L) Input

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 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

	Coaxial Digital Audio Output	Video cable (not supplied)	To Video
	DVD/VCR
		Video Output	Input
	Y		TV
	PB/CB
	PR/CR

Coaxial digital cable (not supplied)

Connecting the optical digital cable

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).

You 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 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.

•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

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).

NOTES:

•If the unit does not operate properly, or No key operation (by the unit and/ or the remote control): Static electricity, 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 38).

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

1 Press and hold 3 or 4 on the remote for 3 seconds in standby mode. The video channel will start to flash

for 3 seconds in the display window.

2 Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR.

3 Slide TV/VCR/DVD switch to VCR/DVD. Then press VCR to select the VCR mode. The VCR indicator on the front panel will light.

4 Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond with the channel selected in step 1.

5 Press TV/VCR to select the VCR position.

The VCR indicator will appear in the display window.

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

Setting the language

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

1 Press SET UP MENU.

The VCR menu screen will appear. Press or to select “SYSTEM 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.

2 Press or to select the “LANGUAGE” option, then press

ENTER.

	MENU
	TIMER REC SET	ON	OFF
	AUTO REPEAT
	SAP	ON	OFF
	CH SETUP
	SYSTEM SETUP
·+/–/ENTER/MENUÒ

SYSTEM SETUP

CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND

	ON	OFF
	AUTO CLOCK ON	OFF
	STANDARD TIME

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

·+/–/ENTER/MENUÒ

3 Press or to select the desired language: English (ENGLISH), Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANCAIS), then press ENTER.

·+/–/ENTER/MENUÒ

4 Press SET UP MENU until the MENU screen is cleared.

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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

1 Press SET UP MENU. The VCR menu screen will appear.
Press	or	to select “CH SETUP”, then press ENTER.
2 Press	or	to select the “TV/	CH SETUP

CATV” option.

TV CATV

AUTO CH MEMORY

ADD/DELETE

·+/–/ENTER/MENUÒ

3 Then press ENTER to select the TV or CATV mode. The arrow indicates the selected mode.

TV - VHF/UHF channels CATV - CABLE TV channels

CH SETUP

TV CATV

AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE

·+/–/ENTER/MENUÒ

NOTE:

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

4 Press SET UP MENU until the menu screen is cleared.

Setting channels automatically

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

1	Repeat above step 1 and press	CH SETUP
	or to select “AUTO CH
			TV	CATV
	MEMORY”.		AUTO CH MEMORY
			ADD/DELETE
		·+/–/ENTER/MENUÒ
2 Then press ENTER.				CH 002

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

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