JVC HR-XVS20E User Manual
DVD PLAYER &
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
HR-XVS20E
INSTRUCTIONS
LPT0757-001A
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Safety Precautions
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of
the unit.
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
When you are not using the unit for a long period
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of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the
power cord from the mains outlet.
Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing
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to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric
shock or fire hazard, remove the power cord from
the mains outlet prior to connecting or
disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.
SAFETY FIRST
WARNING (S-VHS deck only)
There are two different types of SECAM colour
systems: SECAM-L, used in FRANCE (also called
SECAM-West), and SECAM-B, used in Eastern
European countries (also called SECAM-East).
1. This unit can also receive SECAM-B colour
television signals for recording and playback.
2. Recordings made of SECAM-B television signals
produce monochrome pictures if played back on a
video recorder of SECAM-L standard, or do not
produce normal colour pictures if played back on a
PAL video recorder with SECAM-B system
incorporated (even if the TV set is SECAMcompatible).
3. SECAM-L prerecorded cassettes or recordings made
with a SECAM-L video recorder produce
monochrome pictures when played back with this
unit.
4. This unit cannot be used for the SECAM-L standard.
Use a SECAM-L recorder to record SECAM-L
signals.
CAUTION
A DVD/VCR IS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
HOWEVER THIS DVD/VCR USES A VISIBLE LASER
BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO
OPERATE THE UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
WHEN THIS DVD/VCR IS PLUGGED INTO THE
WALL OUTLET, DO NOT PLACE YOUR EYES CLOSE
TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER
OPENINGS TO LOOK INTO THE INSIDE OF THIS
DVD/VCR.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
● Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works.
● “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater System, Inc.
● Cassettes marked “S-VHS” and “VHS” can be used with this unit. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes
marked “S-VHS”.
By using the S- VHS ET function, it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this unit.
● S
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from Gemstar Development Corporation.
● This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claimes 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, and is intended for home and other limited viewing users only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The S
IMPORTANT
Please read the various precautions on pages 2 and
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3 before installing or operating the unit.
It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-
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record pre-recorded tapes, DVDs, or discs without
the consent of the owner of copyright in the sound
or video recording, broadcast or cable programme
and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic
work embodied therein.
Use only discs marked with the following.
DVD
(8 cm /12 cm disc)
Video CDs
(8 cm /12 cm disc)
Audio CDs
(8 cm /12 cm disc)
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system is manufactured under licence
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For Italy:
“It is declared that this product, brand JVC, conforms
to the Ministry Decree n. 548 of 28 Aug.’95 published
in the Official Gazette of the Italian Republic n. 301 of
28 Dec.’95”
The STANDBY/ON 1 button does not completely
shut off mains power from the unit, but switches
operating current on and off. “`” shows electrical
power standby and “
Video tapes recorded with this unit in the LP/EP (Long
Play/Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on a
single-speed video recorder. (S-VHS deck only)
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf,
make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow
for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and
at the rear.)
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must
be considered and the local rules or laws governing the
disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in
damage to the unit, remote control or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the unit —
— in an environment prone to extreme temperatures
or humidity.
— in direct sunlight.
— in a dusty environment.
— in an environment where strong magnetic fields are
generated.
— on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT
holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to
get out.)
3. DO NOT
control.
4. DO NOT
the unit or remote control.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment,
fire or electric shock may be caused.)
5. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or
splashing.
6. DO NOT
with water. Also DO NOT
with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines,
flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on top of this
unit.
7. DO NOT
lighted candles, on the apparatus.
8. AVOID
block the unit’s ventilation openings or
place heavy objects on the unit or remote
place anything which might spill on top of
use this equipment in a bathroom or places
place any naked flame sources, such as
violent shocks to the unit during transport.
!
” shows ON.
place any containers filled
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the unit when you
move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under
extremely humid conditions—just as water droplets form
in the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid. Moisture
condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the
tape. In conditions where condensation may occur, keep
the unit turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.
TTENTION
To mobile phone users:
Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the unit may
cause picture vibration on the TV screen or change
the screen to a blue back display.
On placing the unit:
Some TVs or other appliances generates strong
magnetic fields. Do not place such appliance on top
of the unit as it may cause picture disturbance.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST 2
Safety Precautions ............................................... 2
DISC INFORMATION 5
About Discs ......................................................... 5
INDEX 8
INSTALLING YOUR NEW UNIT 12
Basic Connections ............................................. 12
INITIAL SETTINGS 13
Auto Set Up ....................................................... 13
Preset Download ............................................... 15
Monitor Set (DVD deck) .................................... 17
Language ........................................................... 18
T-V LINK 21
T-V Link Functions ............................................ 21
OPERATIONS ON S-VHS DECK 22
Basic Playback .................................................. 22
Playback Features .............................................. 23
Basic Recording ................................................ 26
Recording Features ............................................ 27
B.E.S.T. Picture System ...................................... 29
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Express Timer Programming .............................. 32
Automatic Satellite Programme Recording ......... 35
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Timer Programming ....................... 30
EDITING (S-VHS DECK) 58
Edit From A Camcorder ..................................... 58
Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder .......... 59
Output/Input Set ................................................ 60
Dubbing (from DVD to S-VHS) .......................... 62
EDITING (DVD DECK) 63
Digital Audio Dubbing ...................................... 63
REMOTE CONTROL 64
Remote Control Functions ................................. 64
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 66
Connecting To A Satellite Receiver .................... 66
Connecting/Using A Decoder ............................ 68
Connecting To A Dolby Digital Decoder or
An Amplifier With A Built-in DTS
(DVD deck only) ............................................ 69
SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS 70
Mode Set (S-VHS deck) ...................................... 70
Mode Set (DVD deck) ........................................ 75
Tuner Set ........................................................... 78
Clock Set ........................................................... 84
Video Channel Set ............................................. 86
TROUBLESHOOTING 87
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 91
OPERATIONS ON DVD DECK 36
Basic Playback .................................................. 36
Playback Features .............................................. 37
Playback Features with Play Set Up Menu ......... 45
Parental Lock .................................................... 50
About MP3 Disc ................................................ 54
Basic Playback .................................................. 55
Playback Features with Play Set Up menu ......... 56
SPECIFICATIONS 92
LIST OF TERMS 93
DISC INFORMATION
About Discs
Playable Discs
You can use the discs with the following logos for playback only.
DVD VIDEO Video CD
Music CD
CD-DA
files
CD-R
CD-DA/
MP3 files
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The following discs also cannot be played back.
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Discs which have a region number other than “2”
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DVD+RW formatted discs
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DVD-RW formatted discs
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DVD-RAM
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DVD-R
Region Number
The world is divided into 6 regions for DVD VIDEO discs. DVD
VIDEO discs are assigned a region number to indicate which
region they may be played back in. A disc cannot be played back
on this unit unless the region number of the disc matches that of
the unit. The region number for this unit is “2”. Only discs
whose region number includes “2” can be played back such as
shown below.
Examples of DVD VIDEO labels which can be played back using
this unit.
ALL
2
2
52
534
2
3
1
5
6
4
CD-RW
CD-DA/
MP3 files
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Discs other than the above cannot be played back.
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DVD video discs have a region number. Discs whose region
number includes “ALL” or “2” can be played back on this unit.
●
Operation and audio quality of this unit is not guaranteed for
discs that do not conform to the Compact Disc specification
(CD-DA).
Before you play back a CD, check for the CD logo and read
the notes on the package to confirm that it conforms to the
Compact Disc specification.
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Depending on the intentions of the author of the software,
recording conditions of DVD discs and Video CD discs may
be restricted. Since this unit plays back discs according to the
intentions of the author of the software as indicated on the
disc, some functions may not operate as commanded.
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When switching from the first layer to the second layer of
double-layered DVD VIDEO discs, the image and sound may
be momentarily distorted. This is not a malfunction.
CD-ROM
MP3 files
Unplayable Discs
The following types of discs cannot be played using this unit.
Do not attempt to play back any kind of disc that is damaged
(cracked, warped, or repaired with adhesive tape) or discs in
unusual shapes (heart-shaped, octagonal, or other forms). If such
discs are accidentally played back, it may cause noise that can
lead to speaker damage.
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CD-ROM discs (including PHOTO-CD and CD-G)
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DVD AUDIO discs
●
Super Audio CDs (SACD)
●
1.3-GB double density CDs (DDCD)
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High density CDs (HDCD)
Marks of discs in this instruction manual
Allows operation
with a DVD VIDEO
disc.
Allows operation
with a Video CD
disc.
Allows operation
with a Audio CD
disc.
Allows operation
with a CD-R/RW
disc.
Allows operation
with a disc
including MP3 files.
Allows operation
with a CD-ROM
disc.
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DISC INFORMATION (cont.)
DVD VIDEO Marks
Sometimes marks are printed on a DVD disc and/or on its
packaging to indicate information regarding the contents and
functions of a disc. Check marks indicating the contents and
functions of a disc. Note, however, that in some cases a disc may
not include a mark even for a function it supports.
Marks related to video
Mark Description
Number of subtitles
Number of angles
Recorded under the standard 4:3 aspect
ratio
Screen includes black bands at top and
bottom of image which has a standard 4:3
aspect ratio (letter box)
Video playback is in Wide video mode
(16:9) on wide televisions, but in letter
box on televisions with standard 4:3
aspect ratio.
File Structure of Discs
DVD VIDEO
Typically, DVD VIDEO discs are made up of larger units called
“titles”. Each title has a number (title number) that can be used
to select desired titles. Titles are further divided into units called
“chapters”. Each chapter has a number (chapter number) that
can also be used to select desired chapters. Note that some discs
are not divided into titles and chapters.
Title1 Title2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2Chapter 1Chapter 3Chapter 2
Audio CD/Video CD
Typically, Audio CD discs are divided into separate tracks each
containing one song. Each track is assigned a number. For
example, the third track is Track 3. The same is true for Video CD
discs.
Track 1 Track 4Track 3Track 2
NOTE:
Video CD discs that support Playback Control (PBC)
The still image or motion image which follows a menu screen is
called a “scene”. Each scene has a scene number.
For more details, refer to “Locating a desired scene using the
menu of the Video CD with PBC” (
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pg. 37).
Video playback is in Wide video mode
(16:9) on wide televisions, but pan and
scan is used on televisions with standard
4:3 aspect ratio (either the left or right side
of the image is cut-out).
Marks related to audio
Mark Description
Number of audio tracks
Dolby Digital mark
Dolby Laboratories has developed a
digital surround system for the home. This
mark indicates that you may enjoy 5.1channel audio (front left and right, center,
rear left and right, and a channel for LFE
(Low-Frequency Effects).
DTS (Digital Theater System)
You can enjoy DTS audio if you connect
the amplifier with a built-in DTS decoder
to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connector of
the unit.
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Placing a Disc
1
Open the disc tray.
Press x on the DVD deck to open the disc tray.
●
Pressing the button again closes the disc tray.
●
Do not block the disc tray with your hand while it is opening
or closing as this may result in hardware failure.
●
Do not place unplayable discs or any object other than a disc
in the disc tray.
●
Do not press down strongly on the disc tray or place any heavy
objects on it.
2
Place the disc.
Place the disc in the disc tray
with the label side facing up.
●
Since disc size changes depending
on the disc to be played back, be
sure to correctly align the disc with
the grooves for its size. If the disc is
not in its groove, it may be
scratched or otherwise damaged.
●
To insert an 8 cm disc, place it
according to the inner groove.
Care and Handling of Discs
How to handle discs
When handling a disc, do
not touch the surface of the
disc. Since discs are made
of plastic, they are easily
damaged. If a disc gets dirty,
dusty, scratched or warped,
the images and sound will
not be picked up correctly,
and such a disc may cause the unit to malfunction.
Label side
Do not damage the label side, stick paper to or use any adhesive
on its surface.
Storage
Make sure that discs are kept in their cases. If discs are piled on
top of one another without their protective cases, they can be
damaged. Do not put discs in a location where they may be
exposed to direct sunlight, or in a place where the humidity or
temperature is high. Avoid leaving discs in your car!
Maintenance of discs
If there are fingerprints or other dirt
adhering to a disc, wipe with a soft dry
cloth, moving from the center outwards.
If a disc is difficult to clean, wipe with a
cloth moistened with water. Never use
record cleaners, petrol, alcohol or any
anti-static agents.
CAUTION
Sometimes during playback, noise or images may be garbled.
This is sometimes due to the disc. (It may not be up to
industry standards.)
These symptoms are caused by the discs, not by the
malfunction of the unit.
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FRONT VIEW
INDEX
A
S-VHS Eject Button (x) 墌pg. 22, 26
B
S-VHS Cassette Loading Slot
C
S-VHS Indicator 墌pg. 22, 26
D
DVD Indicator 墌pg. 36
E
Disc Tray
F
DVD Eject Button (x) 墌pg. 36
G
S-video/Video/Audio Input Connectors
(S-VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO) 墌pg. 58
H
STANDBY/ON Button (1) 墌pg. 13
To access covered connectors, pull and open the
connector cover.
I
S-VHS/DVD Button 墌pg. 22, 26, 36
J
Infrared Beam Receiving Window
K
Front Display Panel 墌pg. 9
L
Record Button (7) 墌pg. 26
M
Programme Button (PR +/–) 墌pg. 26
N
Stop Button (8) 墌pg. 22, 26, 36
O
Play Button (4) 墌pg. 22, 36
P
Rewind Button (3) 墌pg. 22, 23, 38
Q
Fast Forward Button (5) 墌pg. 22, 23, 38
REAR VIEW
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A
Mains Power Cord 墌pg. 12
B
L-1 Input/Output Connector (L-1 IN/OUT)
pg. 12, 59, 66, 67
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C
Region Number Label 墌pg. 5
D
Antenna Input Connector (ANTENNA IN)
pg. 12
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E
Digital Audio Output Connector
(DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) 墌pg. 63
FRONT DISPLAY PANEL
A
Start Time Indicator (V) (S-VHS deck only)
pg. 32
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B
S-VHS Indicator (S-VHS deck only) 墌pg. 71, 73
C
Stop Time Indicator (v) (S-VHS deck only)
pg. 32
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D
VCR Indicator (S-VHS deck only) 墌pg. 27
E
Channel/Clock
Remain Display (S-VHS deck only) 墌pg. 28
Mode Display (L-1, L-2, F-1, S-1 or SAT*)
(S-VHS deck only)
* When “L-2 SELECT” is set to “SAT” (墌pg. 61), “SAt” appears
instead of “L-2”.
F
Remote Pause Connector (PAUSE) 墌pg. 58
G
L-2 Input/Decoder Connector
(L-2 IN/DECODER) 墌pg. 59, 66, 67
H
Audio Output Connectors
(AUDIO OUT (L/R))
I
Antenna Output Connector (ANTENNA OUT)
pg. 12
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F
“Timer” Indicator (S-VHS deck only)
pg. 31, 33
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G
Automatic Satellite Programme Recording
Indicator (N) (S-VHS deck only)
H
Play Indicator
I
Record Indicator (S-VHS deck only)
J
Multi-information window* (DVD deck)
Counter Display (S-VHS deck)
* The current group/title/track/chapter number(s), time and status
information.
K
Tape Speed (SP/LP/EP) (S-VHS deck only)
pg. 26
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pg. 35
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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (S-VHS deck)
When “O.S.D.” is set to “ON” (墌pg. 72), various operational indicators appear on the TV screen.
For On-screen display for DVD deck, refer to “Checking the DVD function status” (
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pg. 44).
INDEX (cont.)
Operation Mode Indicators
A
Tape Speed (SP/LP/EP)
B
Tape Direction
C
Index Mark Indicator (MARK) 墌pg. 26
D
Counter Display
E
Tape Remaining Time Indicator 墌pg. 28
F
Audio Mode Display 墌pg. 25
G
Tape Position Indicator
H
The tape position indicator
appears on the TV screen
when you press 3 or
5 from the Stop mode or
perform an Index Search.
(
pg. 24) The position of
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“q” in relation to “0”
(beginning) or “+” (end)
shows you where you are
on the tape.
Beginning End
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape being used, the tape position
indicator may not appear correctly.
VPS/PDC Indicator 墌pg. 31, 33
I
Type of Broadcast 墌pg. 28
J
Current Day/Month/Year
K
Clock Display
L
Channel Position Number and Station Name/
M
Auxiliary Input Indicator (L-1, L-2, F-1, S-1 or
SAT*)
* When “L-2 SELECT” is set to “SAT” (墌pg. 61), “SAT” appears
instead of “L-2”.
S-VHS ET Indicator
N
(S-VHS ET : ON/S-VHS ET : OFF) 墌pg. 71
“Cassette Loaded” Mark
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REMOTE CONTROL
The glow-in-the-dark buttons shown in grey on the
illustration above are helpful when using the remote control
in darkened rooms.
Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also
be used to operate your TV. (
S-VHS Button 墌pg. 22, 26
A
TV/S-VHS/DVD switch 墌pg. 17
B
Menu Button (MENU) 墌pg. 37
C
Auto Tracking Button (p) 墌pg. 25
D
SP/LP/EP Button 墌pg. 26
Top Menu Button (TOP MENU) 墌pg. 37
Stop Time Button (STOP +/–) 墌pg. 32
E
Display Button (DISPLAY) 墌pg. 44
Digest Button (DIGEST) 墌pg. 42
Start Time Button (START +/–) 墌pg. 32
F
Repeat Button (REPEAT) 墌pg. 46 – 49, 56 – 57
Zooming Button (ZOOM) 墌pg. 41
Number Keys 墌pg. 26, 30, 55
G
Daily Button (DAILY) 墌pg. 31, 33
H
VPS/PDC Button 墌pg. 31, 33
I
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pg. 65)
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Reset Button (0000) 墌pg. 28
J
Cancel Button (&) 墌pg. 34
Play Button (4) 墌pg. 22, 36
K
Rewind Button (3) 墌pg. 22, 23, 38
L
Stop Button (8) 墌pg. 22, 26, 36
M
Record Button (7) 墌pg. 26
N
Reverse Skip/Index Button (2) 墌pg. 24, 36
O
Button 墌pg. 13
P rt
TV/VCR Programme Button (TV/VCR PR +/–)
pg. 65
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Set Up Menu Button (SET UP MENU) 墌pg. 17
Q
3D-PHONIC Button 墌pg. 43
R
TV Volume Button (TV%+/–) 墌pg. 65
S
DVD Button 墌pg. 36
T
STANDBY/ON Button (1) 墌pg. 13
U
TV Muting Button (^) 墌pg. 65
V
Audio Monitor Button (A.MONITOR) 墌pg. 25
TV/VCR Button 墌pg. 27
W
Date Button (DATE +/–) 墌pg. 32
X
Subtitle Button (SUB TITLE) 墌pg. 39
Angle Button (ANGLE) 墌pg. 40
Programme Button (PR +/–) 墌pg. 26
Y
Programming Button (PROG) 墌pg. 30, 32
Z
Timer Button (#) 墌pg. 31, 33
a
Weekly Button (WEEKLY) 墌pg. 31, 33
b
Programme Check Button (") 墌pg. 34
c
Automatic Satellite Programming Button
d
(REC LINK) 墌pg. 35
Auxiliary Button (AUX) 墌pg. 58
e
Fast Forward Button (5) 墌pg. 22, 23, 38
f
Pause Button (9) 墌pg. 23, 26
g
Forward Skip/Index Button (6) 墌pg. 24, 36
h
OK Button 墌pg. 14
i
j we
k
l
Button 墌pg. 17
Display Button (– –:– –) 墌pg. 28
Skip Search Button ( ) 墌pg. 24
DVD Picture Button (DVD PICTURE) 墌pg. 43
How To Use
The remote control can operate most of your unit’s functions,
as well as basic functions of TV sets of JVC and other brands.
(
pg. 65)
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●
Point the remote control toward the receiving window.
●
The maximum operating distance of the remote control is
about 8 m.
NOTES:
●
When inserting the batteries, be sure to insert in the correct
directions as indicated under the battery cover.
●
If the remote control doesn’t work properly, remove its
batteries, wait a short time, replace the batteries and then
try again.
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INSTALLING YOUR NEW UNIT
It’s essential that your unit be properly connected.
Basic Connections
Aerial connector
Back of TV
21-pin SCART
connector
21-pin SCART
cable
(not provided)
Mains power cord
Back of unit
Mains outlet
Make AV connection if your TV has a 21-pin AV input
connector (SCART) in order to reduce the possibility of
interference. With AV connection, you can enjoy stereo
playback of video tapes if you are using a stereo TV.
In addition, if you connect the unit to the TV’s RGB
connectors, set the output mode for the L-1 IN/OUT
connector so that the RGB signal is output from the unit.
When the DVD deck is selected, press and hold 8 until
the desired mode appears on the front display panel.
: Select when your TV is compatible with the Y/C
YC
signal. Y/C signal is output from the unit. Also
set “L-1 OUTPUT” to “S-VIDEO”. (
: Select when your TV is compatible with the
RGB
RGB signal. RGB signal is output from the unit.
RF cable
(provided)
L-1 IN/OUT
TV aerial
cable
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
OUT
pg. 60)
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THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY
VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.
Check the contents.
A
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories
listed in “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 92.
Situate the unit.
B
Place the unit on a stable, horizontal surface.
Connect the unit to TV.
C
The connection method you use depends on the type of
TV you have.
RF Connection
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To connect to a TV with NO AV input connectors —
Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
A
Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANTENNA IN
B
connector on the rear panel of the unit.
Connect the provided RF cable between the
C
ANTENNA OUT connector on the rear panel of the
unit and the TV’s aerial connector.
AV C on nection
8
To connect to a TV with AV input connectors —
Connect the aerial, unit and TV as per “RF
A
Connection”.
Connect an optional 21-pin SCART cable between the
B
L-1 IN/OUT connector on the rear panel of the unit
and the TV’s 21-pin SCART connector.
Set the output mode for the L-1 IN/OUT connector
C
depending on type of your TV. (
Connect the unit to mains.
D
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains outlet.
After the connection is completed, perform “Auto Set
Up” on page 13.
left column)
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NOTES:
●
Set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV), Y/C, or RGB mode
according to the type of your TV’s SCART connector.
●
For switching the TV’s mode, refer to the instruction
manual of your television.
INITIAL SETTINGS
Auto Set Up
Auto Channel Set/Auto Clock Set/
Auto Guide Program Number Set
After the 1 button on the unit or remote control is pressed
for the first time to power on the unit
your country*, the Auto Set Up function sets the tuner
channels, clock** and Guide Program numbers
automatically.
* If you live in Belgium (BELGIUM) or Switzerland (SUISSE), you also
need to select your language.
**If you live in Hungary (MAGYARORSZÁG), Czech Republic
C
ESKÁ REPUBLIKA), Poland (POLSKA) or other countries in
(
Eastern Europe (OTHER EASTERN EUROPE), set the clock
manually.
, by simply selecting
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13
Before starting, make sure of the following:
●
The TV aerial cable should be connected to the unit.
●
The unit’s mains power cord should be connected to a
mains outlet.
●
The TV should be set to its AV mode (with AV connection
墌
pg. 12) or UHF channel 36 (with RF connection
墌
pg. 12).
●
Slide the
A
Press 1 on the unit or remote control. The Country Set
display appears on the TV screen.
TV/S-VHS/DVD
Turn on the unit.
switch to the right.
NOTE:
If you have connected your TV to
the unit with RF connection and
the on-screen display appearing
on UHF channel 36 looks
distorted, perform “Video
Channel Set” on page 86.
Select your country.
B
Press rt to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to your
country’s name.
(Example) DEUTSCHLAND is
selected.
NOTES:
●
If you have selected BELGIUM or SUISSE, go to stepC.
●
If you have selected MAGYARORSZÁG, CESKÁ REPUBLIKA,
POLSKA or OTHER EASTERN EUROPE, press OK. The Clock
Set screen appears. Set the clock manually (
go to stepD.
●
If you have selected any other country name, go to stepD.
墌
pg. 84), then
14
A
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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
Select the language.
C
Press OK. The Language Set
display appears on the TV
screen.
Press rt to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to the
language of your choice.
(Example) DEUTSCH is selected.
NOTE:
The selected language is only available on the screen for S-VHS
deck.
Set manually the on-screen language for the DVD deck.
墌
(
pg. 19)
Perform Auto Set Up.
D
Press OK. The AUTO SET/T-V LINK display appears on
the front display panel and/or on the TV screen.
On the front display panel
Press rt to select “Auto” and press OK or e.
On the on-screen display
Press rt to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
“AUTO SET” and press OK or
e
.
Confirm/Set video channel.
E
With RF Connection
The video channel that is
shown on the display panel is
your video channel. Press OK.
●
If you have selected
MAGYARORSZÁG, CESKÁ
REPUBLIKA, POLSKA or
OTHER EASTERN EUROPE in
stepB on page 13, “2” appears
instead of “1”.
●
To view picture signals from the unit, set your TV to the video
channel.
With AV Connection
PR –
Press
panel shows “1 – –” (or
“2 – –”). Now the video
channel is set to off. Then press OK.
●
To view picture signals from the unit, set your TV to its AV
mode.
until the display
TTENTION
Once you have performed Auto Set Up, even if the unit’s
memory backup has expired, all the stored stations and their
Guide Program numbers remain in the unit’s memory and the
unit will not perform Auto Set Up again. The unit performs
only Auto Clock Set when the unit is turned on.
If you have moved to a different area, perform each setting as
required.
●
Video channel setting (for RF connection users)
●
Tuner setting
●
Clock setting
If a new station starts broadcasting in your area, perform
tuner setting (
setting (
墌
墌
pg. 78
墌
pg. 84
墌
pg. 78) and, if necessary, video channel
pg. 86).
墌
pg. 86
“Auto” blinks on the front display panel; do NOT press
any button on the unit or remote control until the front
display panel shows either the display as illustrated in
stepE or “– –:– –” as illustrated on page 16.
●
If you are using the on-screen
display, the AUTO SET
screen will appear. As Auto
Set Up progresses, the “q”
mark on the TV screen
moves from left to right.
Beginning End
●
When you have connected the unit to a TV offering T-V Link
via a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable (
turned on, the unit automatically performs the Preset
Download (
SET” for Auto Set Up function.
墌
pg. 15) even if you select “Auto” or “AUTO
墌
pg. 12) and the TV is
NOTES:
●
In the area where no TV station transmits a PDC (Programme
Delivery Control) signal, the unit can perform neither Auto
Clock Set nor Auto Guide Program Number Set.
●
If there is a power cut, or if you press 1 or
while Auto Set Up is in progress, Auto Set Up will be
interrupted; be sure to turn off the unit power once and try
again from stepA.
●
Auto Clock Set may not function properly depending on the
reception condition.
●
If no sound accompanies the picture or the audio sounds
unnatural on some channels that have been stored by Auto Set
Up, the TV system setting for those channels may be incorrect.
Select the appropriate TV system for those channels.
墌
(
pg. 81, “INFORMATION”)
After “Auto Set Up” is completed, perform “Monitor
Set (DVD deck)” on page 17.
SET UP MENU
Preset Download
Auto Channel Set by Downloading
from TV/Auto Clock Set/Auto Guide
Program Number Set
ATTENTION
You can use this function only with a TV offering T-V Link,
etc.* Be sure to use a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable.
* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,
SMARTLINK, Q-Link or DATA LOGIC via fully-wired 21-pin SCART
cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may
differ by system.
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15
If you have connected the unit to your TV via the AV connection
墌
(
pg. 12), the unit will automatically perform Preset
Download instead of the Auto Set Up in stepD on page 14.
After downloading, the unit sets the clock and Guide Program
numbers automatically.
●
Slide the
●
Perform stepsA to C of “Auto Set Up” on page 13 before
continuing.
A
Press OK. The AUTO SET/T-V LINK display appears on
the front display panel and/or on the TV screen.
On the front display panel
Press rt to select “CH – –” and press OK or e.
On the on-screen display
Press rt to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
“T-V LINK” and press OK or
e
.
TV/S-VHS/DVD
switch to the right.
Perform Preset Download.
NOTES:
●
For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
●
In the area where no TV station transmits a PDC (Programme
Delivery Control) signal, the unit can perform neither Auto
Clock Set nor Auto Guide Program Number Set.
●
If there is a power cut, or if you press 1 or
while downloading or set up is in progress, it will be
interrupted; be sure to turn off the unit power once and try
again from the beginning.
●
Auto Clock Set may not function properly depending on the
reception condition.
●
On this unit, the characters available for station names (ID) are
A–Z, 0–9, –,
stations may differ from those of your TV. (
f
, + and I (space). Some names of downloaded
SET UP MENU
墌
pg. 82)
Preset positions on the front display panel increase from
“CH1”; do NOT press any button on the unit or remote
control until the front display panel shows clock time,
“(CH) 1” or “– –:– –” as illustrated on page 16.
●
If you are using the on-screen
display, the T-V LINK screen
will appear. Then the GUIDE
PROG SET screen will appear
during Guide Program
Number Set. When Preset
Download is completed,
“COMPLETED” appears for
about 5 seconds, then the
normal screen appears.
●
If you press any button on the
unit or remote control while
downloading is in progress, it
will be interrupted.
Set the video channel.
B
Set the video channel to off manually. (墌pg. 86)
After “Preset Download” is completed, perform
“Monitor Set (DVD deck)” on page 17.
16
EN
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
Results of Auto Set Up/Preset Download appear on the front display panel
If both Auto Channel Set and Auto Clock Set have been performed successfully, the
correct current time is displayed.
Turn on the TV and select its video channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations
have been stored in the unit’s memory by using the PR button(s).
● If station names (ID –
be displayed at the top left corner of the TV screen for about 5 seconds when the unit is tuned to
a different station.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel
positions, or to set or change station names, see pages 80 – 83.
If Auto Channel Set has succeeded but Auto Clock Set has not, “1” (channel position) is
displayed.
A Turn on the TV and select its video channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary
stations have been stored in the unit’s memory by using the PR button(s).
● If station names (ID –
be displayed at the top left corner of the TV screen for about 5 seconds when the unit is tuned to
a different station.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel
positions, or to set or change station names, see pages 80 – 83.
B Perform “Clock Set” on page 84.
If both Auto Channel Set and Auto Clock Set have failed, “– –:– –” is displayed.
Make sure the cables are connected properly and turn off the unit’s power once, then turn the unit’s
power back on again.
The Country Set display appears on the TV screen; perform “Auto Set Up” on page 13 or “Preset
Download” on page 15 again.
pg. 83) have also been stored in the unit’s memory, the station name will
墌
pg. 83) have also been stored in the unit’s memory, the station name will
墌
IMPORTANT
● To check if the Guide Program numbers have been set correctly, perform the S
deck only)
● In certain reception conditions, station names may not be stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may not work
properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set properly when you timer-record a TV programme using the S
system, the unit will record a TV programme of a different station. When programming the timer using the S
sure to check the desired channel is selected correctly. (
● Your unit memorizes all detected stations even if reception of some of them is poor. You can delete those stations with an
unacceptable picture. (
pg. 81, “Delete A Channel”)
墌
pg. 30, “S
墌
HOWVIEW
HOWVIEW
Timer Programming. (墌pg. 30) (S-VHS
HOWVIEW
®
Timer Programming”) (S-VHS deck only)
HOWVIEW
system, be
INFORMATION
Language for the on-screen display (S-VHS deck)
Auto Set Up also selects the language automatically for the on-screen display depending on the Country setting you have made in
step B on page 13 (unless you have selected BELGIUM or SUISSE), as shown below.
SUOMI
PORTUGAL
DEUTSCHLAND
POLSKA
NORGE
SVERIGE
If you want to change the language setting manually, see “On-screen Language Set (S-VHS deck)” on page 18.
Language for the on-screen display (DVD deck)
Set manually the on-screen language for the DVD deck. (墌pg. 19)
Just Clock
Your unit is equipped with the Just Clock function which provides accurate time keeping through automatic adjustments at regular
intervals, by reading data from a PDC signal. If you want to take advantage of this function, simply set it to “ON”. (
Clock”)
SUOMI DANMARK
]
ENGLISH ÖSTERREICH
]
DEUTSCH
]
POLSKI ITALIA
]
NORSK MAGYARORSZÁG]MAGYAR
]
SVENSKA ESPAÑA
]
C
ESKÁ REPUBLIKA
]
]
]
]
]
DANSK NEDERLAND
DEUTSCH GREECE
CEc
TINA OTHER WESTERN EUROPE
ITALIANO OTHER EASTERN EUROPE]ENGLISH
CASTELLANO
NEDERLANDS
]
ENGLISH
]
ENGLISH
]
墌
pg. 84, “Just
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Monitor Set
(DVD deck)
You can select the monitor type depending the TV used
when you play back DVD VIDEO discs recorded for
wide-screen TVs.
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV
●
mode).
Slide the
●
A
Press 1.
B
On the unit
Press
lights up.
On the remote control
Press
C
Press
A
Press we to move the
B
arrow to “DISPLAY”.
TV/S-VHS/DVD
Turn on the unit.
Select the DVD deck.
S-VHS/DVD
DVD
repeatedly so that the DVD indicator
so that the DVD indicator lights up.
Access the DVD menu screen.
SET UP MENU
switch to the right.
.
* The default setting is
8
MONITOR TYPE
16:9 WIDE
4:3PS
4:3LB
Pan&Scan/Letter Box
In general, DVD VIDEO disc are produced for a wide-screen
TV with 16:9 aspect ratio.
Material with this ratio will not fit to a TV with 4:3 aspect
ratio. There are two styles to display the image, “Pan&Scan”
(PS) and “Letter Box” (LB).
Pan&Scan
The right and left side of the image are
cut off. The image fills the screen.
: Select this when you connect the unit
to a wide-screen TV with 16:9 aspect
ratio. The unit automatically adjusts
the screen width of the output signal
correctly when playing back a 4:3
image source.
: Select this when you connect the unit
to a TV with 4:3 aspect ratio. When
you play back a 16:9 image recorded
on a DVD VIDEO disc, the left and
right sides of the image are
automatically cut off. Depending on
the disc, it may not be possible to
play back in this mode. In that case,
set to “4:3LB”.
: Select this when you connect the unit
to a TV with 4:3 aspect ratio. When
you play back a 16:9 image recorded
on a DVD VIDEO disc, it is displayed
with black bands at the top and
bottom of the screen.
in the table below.
bold
Select the mode.
D
Press rt to move the arrow
to “MONITOR TYPE”.
Select the mode setting.
E
Press we to select the desired setting.
Return to the normal screen.
F
Press
SET UP MENU
.
Letter Box
Black bands appear at the top and
bottom of the image.The image itself
appears in 16:9 aspect ratio.
18
EN
Language
●
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV
mode).
●
Slide the
TV/S-VHS/DVD
switch to the right.
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
On-screen Language Set (S-VHS deck)
This S-VHS deck offers you the choice to view on-screen
messages in 13 different languages. Though Auto Set Up
selects the language automatically (墌pg. 16), you can
change the language setting manually as required.
Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1.
Select the S-VHS deck.
B
On the unit
S-VHS/DVD
Press
lights up.
On the remote control
S-VHS
Press
Access the Main Menu screen.
C
SET UP MENU
Press
Access the Country Set screen.
D
Press rt to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
“AUTO CH SET”, then press
OK
or e.
repeatedly so that the S-VHS indicator
so that the S-VHS indicator lights up.
.
Select your country.
E
Press rt to move the highlight bar (pointer) to your
country’s name, then press OK or e.
Select the language.
F
Press rt to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to the
language of your choice.
●
You do not have to press OK;
pressing OK enters AUTO SET/
T-V LINK screen.
Return to the normal screen.
G
SET UP MENU
Press
.
EN
19
On-screen Language Set (DVD deck)
This DVD deck offers you the choice to view on-screen
messages in 3 different languages. You can change the
language setting manually as required.
Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1.
Select the DVD deck.
B
On the unit
S-VHS/DVD
Press
lights up.
On the remote control
DVD
Press
Access the DVD menu screen.
C
A
B
SET UP MENU
Press
Press we to move the
arrow to “LANGUAGE”.
repeatedly so that the DVD indicator
so that the DVD indicator lights up.
.
Menu/Audio/Subtitle Language Set (DVD deck only)
Some DVD discs contain the DVD menu display, audio,
subtitle in the multiple languages. With these discs, you
can set the default language as you like.
●
The procedure shows how to set “MENU LANGUAGE”
on the DVD menu screen as an example.
Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1.
Select the DVD deck.
B
On the unit
S-VHS/DVD
Press
lights up.
On the remote control
DVD
Press
Access the DVD menu screen.
C
A
B
SET UP MENU
Press
Press we to move the
arrow to “LANGUAGE”.
repeatedly so that the DVD indicator
so that the DVD indicator lights up.
.
Select the mode.
D
Press rt to move the arrow
to “ON SCREEN
LANGUAGE”.
Select the mode setting.
E
Press we to select the desired setting.
Return to the normal screen.
F
SET UP MENU
Press
.
Select the mode.
D
Press rt to move the arrow
to “MENU LANGUAGE”.
Select the mode setting.
E
Press we to select the desired setting.
●
See “Language Code List” (
Return to the normal screen.
F
SET UP MENU
Press
墌
pg. 20).
.
NOTE:
When the selected language is not available on the disc, the
disc’s default menu language is played back.
20
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Language Code List
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
AA
AB
AF
AM
AR
AS
AY
AZ
BA
BE
BG
BH
BI
BN
BO
BR
CA
CO
CS
CY
DA
DZ
EL
EO
ET
EU
FA
FI
FJ
FO
FY
GA
GD
GL
GN
GU
HA
HI
HR
HU
HY
IA
IE
Afar
Abkhazian
Afrikaans
Ameharic
Arabic
Assamese
Aym ara
Azerbaijani
Bashkir
Byelorussian
Bulgarian
Bihari
Bislama
Bengali, Bangla
Tibetan
Breton
Catalan
Corsican
Czech
Welsh
Danish
Bhutani
Greek
Esperanto
Estonian
Basque
Persian
Finnish
Fiji
Faroes e
Frisian
Irish
Scots Gaelic
Galician
Guarani
Gujarati
Hausa
Hindi
Croatian
Hungarian
Armenian
Interlingua
Interlingue
IK
IN
IS
IW
JI
JW
KA
KK
KL
KM
KN
KO
KS
KU
KY
LA
LN
LO
LT
LV
MG
MI
MK
ML
MN
MO
MR
MS
MT
MY
NA
NE
NL
NO
OC
OM
OR
PA
PL
PS
PT
QU
RM
Inupiak
Indonesian
Icelandic
Hebrew
Yiddish
Javanese
Georgian
Kazakh
Greenlandic
Cambodian
Kannada
Korean (KOR)
Kashmiri
Kurdish
Kirghiz
Latin
Lingala
Laothian
Lithuanian
Latvian, Lettish
Malagasy
Maori
Macedonian
Malayalam
Mongolian
Moldavian
Marathi
Malay (MAY)
Maltese
Burmese
Nauru
Nepali
Dutch
Norwegian
Occitan
(Afan) Oromo
Oriya
Pa nj ab i
Polish
Pashto, Pushto
Portuguese
Quechua
Rhaeto-Romance
RN
RO
RU
RW
SA
SD
SG
SH
SI
SK
SL
SM
SN
SO
SQ
SR
SS
ST
SU
SV
SW
TA
TE
TG
TH
TI
TK
TL
TN
TO
TR
TS
TT
TW
UK
UR
UZ
VI
VO
WO
XH
YO
ZU
Kirundi
Rumanian
Russian
Kinyarwanda
Sanskrit
Sindhi
Sangho
Serbo-Croatian
Singhalese
Slovak
Slovenian
Samoan
Shona
Somali
Albanian
Serbian
Siswati
Sesotho
Sundanese
Swedish
Swahili
Ta m il
Te l ug u
Tajik
Thai
Tig ri nya
Tu r km e n
Tagalog
Setswana
To n ga
Tu r ki s h
Tsonga
Ta t ar
Tw i
Ukrainian
Urdu
Uzbek
Vietnamese
Volapuk
Wolof
Xhosa
Yoruba
Zulu
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T-V LINK
21
T-V Link Functions
When you connect the unit to your TV via a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable (墌pg. 12), the following functions are available. You can
use these functions only with a TV offering T-V Link, etc.*
For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic, SMARTLINK, Q-Link or DATA LOGIC via fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of
compatibility and available functions may differ by system.
TV Auto Power On
The TV will turn on and be set to its AV mode automatically whenever you play a tape.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
VCR Auto Standby
You can use your TV’s remote control to turn off the unit.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
Direct Rec (S-VHS deck only)
You can easily start recording the programme that you are watching on your TV. When you use this function, set “DIRECT REC” to
墌
“ON”. (
pg. 72)
22
EN
Basic Playback
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV
●
mode).
Slide the
●
TV/S-VHS/DVD
switch to the right.
OPERATIONS ON S-VHS DECK
Load a cassette.
A
Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is
facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is
pointed toward the unit.
● Do not apply too much pressure when inserting.
● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback begins
automatically.
● The unit’s power comes on automatically and the counter is
reset to 0:00:00.
Select the S-VHS deck.
B
On the unit
Press
S-VHS/DVD
lights up.
On the remote control
Press
S-VHS
Find the programme start point.
C
If the tape is advanced past the start point, press 3. To
go forward, press 5.
Start playback.
D
Press 4. “bESt” appears blinking on the front display
panel during automatic tracking. (
repeatedly so that the S-VHS indicator
so that the S-VHS indicator lights up.
pg. 29)
墌
Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning
cassette — ECL-3F — when:
● Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.
● The picture is unclear or no picture appears.
● “USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears on the screen (only
with “O.S.D.” set to “ON”). (
墌
pg. 72)
NOTE:
The heads get dirty in the following cases:
● in an environment prone to extreme temperature or
humidity
● in a dusty environment
● flaw, dirt or mold on video tapes
● continuous usage for a long time
Stop playback.
E
Press 8. Then press x on the S-VHS deck to remove the
cassette.
Usable cassettes
● Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on this
unit. Simply place the recorded cassette into a VHS
Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like any full-sized
VHS cassette.
● This unit can record on regular VHS and Super VHS
cassettes. While only VHS signals can be recorded on
regular VHS cassettes*, both VHS and Super VHS signals
can be recorded and played back using Super VHS
cassettes.
* By using the S-VHS ET function, it is possible to record and
play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with
this unit.
Playback Features
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV
●
mode).
Slide the TV/S-VHS/DVD switch to the right.
●
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23
Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback
1
Pause during playback.
Press 9.
● If there is vertical jitter, press PR +/– on the remote control to
correct the picture.
2
Activate frame-by-frame playback.
Press 9.
Slow Motion
During still picture, press and hold 9 for 2 seconds, then
release. Press 9 and release again to return to still
picture.
NOTE:
During slow motion playback, some noise may appear on the TV
screen. Press PR + or – on the remote control to eliminate the
noises.
High-Speed (Turbo) Search
During playback, press 5 for forward high-speed
search, or 3 for reverse high-speed search.
ATTE N TI O N
● Picture may not appear during high-speed search with an
LP/EP-recorded tape.
● Noise may appear or the picture may appear distorted with
an EP-recorded tape during still, slow motion, frame-byframe playback or variable speed search.
● In the high-speed search, still, slow motion or frame-byframe playback mode, the picture will be distorted, and
there will be a loss of colour.
To resume normal playback, press 4.
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EN
OPERATIONS ON S-VHS DECK (cont.)
Index Search
Your unit automatically marks
index codes at the beginning of
each recording. This function gives
you quick access to any one of 9
index codes in either direction.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure the unit
is in the Stop mode.
Activate Index Search.
Press 2 or 6. “2 1” or “6 1” is displayed on the
TV screen and search begins in the corresponding
direction.
●
To access index codes 2 through 9, press 2 or 6
repeatedly until the correct index number is displayed.
Example:
To locate the beginning of B from the current position, press
2
twice.
To locate the beginning of D from the current position, press
6
once.
Current position
Skip Search
During playback, press 1 to 4 times to skip over
unwanted sections.
Each press initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion
playback. Normal playback resumes automatically.
To resume normal playback during a Skip Search,
press 4.
Index number
●
When the specified index code is located, playback begins
automatically.
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25
Next Function Memory
The Next Function Memory “tells” the unit what to do after
rewinding. Before continuing, make sure the unit is in the Stop
mode.
a-
For Automatic Start Of Playback
Press 3, then press 4 within 2 seconds.
b-
For Automatic Power Off
Press 3, then press 1 within 2 seconds.
c-
For Automatic Timer Standby
Press 3, then press # (
d-
For Automatic Cassette Ejection After Tape Rewind
Press 3, then press x within 2 seconds.
TIMER
) within 2 seconds.
Repeat Playback
Your unit can automatically play back the whole tape 100 times
repeatedly.
1
Start playback.
Press 4.
2
Activate Repeat Playback.
Press 4 and hold for over 5 seconds, then release.
●
The Play indicator ($) on the front display panel blinks slowly.
●
After playing back a tape 100 times, the unit stops
automatically.
3
Stop Repeat Playback.
Press 8 at any time.
●
Pressing 4, 3, 5 or 9 also stops Repeat Playback.
NOTE:
Repeat playback is not possible with a cassette recorded in EP
mode.
Manual Tracking
Your unit is equipped with automatic tracking control. During
playback, you can override this and adjust the tracking manually
by pressing the PR buttons.
1
Override automatic tracking.
During playback, press p on the remote control.
2
Adjust the tracking manually.
PR +
Press
●
Press p again to return to automatic tracking.
or – on the remote control.
NOTE:
When a new tape is inserted, the unit enters the automatic
tracking mode automatically.
Soundtrack Selection
Your unit is capable of recording three soundtracks (HI-FI L,
HI-FI R and NORM) and will play back the one you select.
During Playback
Pressing
A.MONITOR
TRACK
On-Screen Display
HI FI
j h
L
L
j
R
HI FI
changes the soundtrack as follows:
USE
For Hi-Fi stereo tapes
For main audio of Bilingual tapes
HI FI
h
NORM
HI FI
NORM
R
For sub audio of Bilingual tapes
For audio-dubbed tapes
For audio-dubbed tapes
NOTES:
●
●
●
jh
“HIFI L
Hi-Fi stereo tapes are played back in stereo, and the normal
audio track is played back automatically for tapes with only
normal audio.
For instructions on recording stereo and bilingual
programmes, refer to page 28.
“O.S.D.” must be set to “ON” or the on-screen displays will
not appear. (
R” should normally be selected. In this mode,
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pg. 72)
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Basic Recording
●
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV
mode).
●
Slide the
TV/S-VHS/DVD
switch to the right.
OPERATIONS ON S-VHS DECK (cont.)
Load a cassette.
A
Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact.
●
The unit’s power comes on automatically and the counter is
reset to 0:00:00.
Select the S-VHS deck.
B
On the unit
S-VHS/DVD
Press
lights up.
On the remote control
S-VHS
Press
Choose a programme.
C
PR +/–
Press
you wish to record.
Set the tape speed.
D
SP/LP/EP
Press
front display panel or TV screen. Press
again to change the setting while the tape speed is
displayed on the TV screen.
●
In EP mode, the recording time is extended three times.
●
If you record a programme in EP mode on the unit, it is
recommended to play back the EP-recorded tape on the unit.
●
It is not possible to select EP mode if “COLOUR SYSTEM” is
set to “MESECAM”. (
repeatedly so that the S-VHS indicator
so that the S-VHS indicator lights up.
number keys
or the
(p). The current setting appears on the
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pg. 74)
to select the channel
SP/LP/EP
(p)
Start recording.
E
Press and hold 7 and press 4 on the remote control, or
7
press
on the unit.
●
If “O.S.D.” is set to “ON” (
screen while an index code is being marked.
●
When “DIRECT REC” is set to “ON” (
any button just after pressing 7 on the unit (or 7 and 4 on
the remote control), the unit may not function properly.
B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the first SP and
the first LP (or EP) recording after inserting the cassette.
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(
pg. 29)
If “DIRECT REC” is set to “ON”, the programme that appears
on the TV screen will be recorded. (
Pause/Resume recording.
F
Press 9. Press 4 to resume recording.
●
You can select channel during the Record Pause mode.
Stop recording.
G
Press 8. Then press x on the S-VHS deck to remove the
cassette.
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pg. 72), “MARK” blinks on the
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pg. 72), if you press
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pg. 72)
Recording Features
●
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV
mode).
●
Slide the
TV/S-VHS/DVD
switch to the right.
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27
Record One Programme While Watching Another
If your unit is connected to the TV via the AV connection,
TV/VCR
press
broadcast being recorded disappear. Once recording is in
progress, all you need to do is to set the channel controls
on the TV for the station you wish to view.
●
The programme selected with the TV’s channel controls
appears on the TV screen, while the one selected with the
unit’s PR buttons is recorded on the tape.
●
If a decoder is connected to the unit (
select a scrambled channel as well with the TV channel
controls.
. The unit’s VCR indicator and the TV
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pg. 68), you can
Instant Timer Recording (ITR)
This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours
(selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the unit off after
recording is finished.
1
Start recording.
Press 7 on the unit.
2
Engage the ITR mode.
Press 7 again. “䡬” blinks and “0:30” appears on the
front display panel.
3
Set the recording duration.
If you want to record for more than 30 minutes, press 7
to extend the time. Each press extends recording time by
30 minutes.
NOTE:
You can only perform ITR using the 7 button on the unit’s front
panel.
Accidental erasure prevention
To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette,
remove its safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole
with adhesive tape.
Record safety tab
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OPERATIONS ON S-VHS DECK (cont.)
Receiving Stereo and Bilingual Programmes
Your unit is equipped with a Sound-Multiplex decoder (A2) and
a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM) making reception of
stereo and bilingual broadcasts possible.
When the channel is changed, the type of broadcast being
received will be displayed on the TV screen for a few seconds.
Elapsed Recording Time Indication
1
Set the counter display.
––:––
Press
until a counter reading appears on the front
display panel.
●
The front display panel shows
the counter reading with “:”
lit.
2
Reset the counter.
0000
Press
●
The counter is reset to “0:00:00” and shows the exact elapsed
time as the tape runs. You can check the exact time of a
recording or playback.
before starting recording or playback.
Tape Remaining Time
––:––
Press
appears.
●
The front display panel shows
the tape remaining time with
“:” blinking.
●
By pressing the
you can change display to
show the channel position*, clock time, counter reading or
tape remaining time.
* Channel position is not displayed during playback.
until the time remaining on the tape
––:––
button,
Type of Broadcast Being
Received
A2 Stereo
A2 Bilingual
Regular Monaural
NICAM Stereo
NICAM Bilingual
NICAM Monaural
●
To listen to a stereo programme, press
jh
“HIFI L
●
To listen to a bilingual programme, press
“HIFI Lj” or “HIFIhR” appears on the TV screen.
●
To listen to the standard (Regular Monaural) audio while
receiving a NICAM broadcast, press
“NORM” appears on the TV screen.
R” appears on the TV screen.
On-screen Display
ST
BIL.
(none)
ST NICAM
BIL. NICAM
NICAM
A.MONITOR
A.MONITOR
A.MONITOR
until
until
until
NOTE:
“O.S.D.” must be set to “ON”, or the on-screen displays will not
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appear. (
pg. 72)
To Record Stereo and Bilingual Programmes (A2)
Stereo programmes are automatically recorded in stereo on the
Hi-Fi audio track (with the normal audio track recording mixed L
and R channel sound).
●
Bilingual programmes are automatically recorded in bilingual
on the Hi-Fi audio track. The main soundtrack will be
recorded on the normal audio track.
To Record NICAM Stereo and Bilingual
Programmes
The NICAM audio programme will be recorded on the Hi-Fi
audio track, and the standard audio programme will be recorded
on the normal audio track.
NOTES:
●
If the quality of stereo sound being received is poor, the
broadcast will be received in monaural with better quality.
●
Before playing back a programme recorded in stereo, or a
bilingual programme, refer to “Soundtrack Selection” on
page 25.
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape being used, the tape remaining
time reading may not appear right away, or is not correct.
“– –:– –” may sometimes appear, or the display may blink on
occasion.
B.E.S.T. Picture System
The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking)
system checks the condition of the tape in use during
playback and recording, and compensates to provide the
highest-possible playback and recording pictures. You
can set “B.E.S.T.” to “ON” or “OFF” to your preference.
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(
pg. 71)
Playback
The unit assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate
playback.
●
The unit adjusts the playback picture quality based on the
quality of the tape in use.
●
B.E.S.T. is active during automatic tracking. “bESt” appears
blinking on the front display panel.
NOTES:
●
When watching a tape recorded with “B.E.S.T.” set to “ON”, it
is recommended that you leave B.E.S.T. on during playback as
well.
●
When watching a rental tape or one recorded on another
video recorder, or when using this unit as the player for
editing, set B.E.S.T. to your preference. (
●
“bESt” only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking.
Even though it doesn’t appear after that, the B.E.S.T. function is
operative.
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pg. 71)
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Recording
The unit assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate
recording.
DURING B.E.S.T.
B.E.S.T. COMPLETE
●
The unit spends approximately 7 seconds assessing the
condition of the tape, then begins recording.
NOTES:
●
The B.E.S.T. system works for both SP and LP (or EP) modes
only after a tape has been inserted and the Record mode is first
initiated. It does not work during recording.
●
The B.E.S.T. system does not work while Automatic Satellite
Programme Recording is in progress. (
●
In the case of timer recordings, the B.E.S.T. system works
before recording is initiated.
●
Once the cassette is ejected, the B.E.S.T. data is cancelled. The
next time the cassette is used for recording, B.E.S.T. is reperformed.
●
Pressing the unit’s 7 button while “bESt” is displayed does not
start Instant Timer Recording. (
ATTENTI ON
Since the B.E.S.T. system works before recording actually
starts, there is a delay of approximately 7 seconds after 7
and 4 on the remote control are pressed, or 7 on the unit is
pressed. To make sure you record the desired scene or
programme in its entirety, first perform the following steps:
Press and hold 9 and press 7 to engage the Record Pause
A
mode.
●
The unit then automatically checks the condition of the
tape and, after approximately 7 seconds, re-enters Record
Pause mode.
Press 4 to start recording.
B
If you want to bypass the B.E.S.T. system and begin recording
immediately, set “B.E.S.T.” to “OFF”. (
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pg. 27)
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pg. 35)
pg. 71)
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