JVC HR-S8700EU Instructions Manual

JVC HR-S8700EU Instructions Manual

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
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Safety Precautions ........................................ 2
Basic Connections ..................................... 10
S-VIDEO Connection ................................. 11
Auto Set Up ............................................... 12
Preset Download ....................................... 14
Language ................................................... 16
T-V Link Functions ..................................... 19
Basic Playback ........................................... 20
Playback Features ...................................... 21
Basic Recording ......................................... 24
Recording Features .................................... 25
B.E.S.T. Picture System ............................... 29
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Express Timer Programming ....................... 32
Navigation ................................................. 40
Edit Title .................................................... 42
Find Title ................................................... 46
Edit From A Camcorder .............................. 49
Output/Input Set ........................................ 50
Audio Dubbing .......................................... 54
Insert Editing .............................................. 56
Synchro Editing .......................................... 58
Information On J Terminal ......................... 59
Connecting/Using A Decoder .................... 62
Mode Set ................................................... 64
Tuner Set ................................................... 68
Video Channel Set ..................................... 74
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System Setup .......................... 75
Clock Set ................................................... 76
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER ENGLISH CONTENTS SAFETY FIRST Safety Precautions ... 2 INDEX INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER Basic Connections ... 10 S-VIDEO Connection ... 11 INITIAL SETTINGS Auto Set Up ... 12 Preset Download ... 14 Language ... 16 SAT CONTROL SET Satellite Receiver Control Setting ...
  • Page 2: Safety First

    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 recorder for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the mains outlet.
  • Page 3 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 button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off.
  • Page 4: Index

    FRONT VIEW A STANDBY/ON Button B Timer Button pg. 31, 33 C S-VHS ET Button pg. 27 D Stop/Eject Button pg. 20, 24 E Cassette Loading Slot F Play Button pg. 20 G DIGITAL TBC/NR Button H JOG Dial pg. 21 I SHUTTLE Ring pg.
  • Page 5: Rear View

    REAR VIEW A Mains Power Cord pg. 10 B S OUT Connector pg. 11 C AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT Connector 61, 62 D J Terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Connector] pg. 59 E SYNCHRO EDIT Connector F ANT. IN Connector G Remote PAUSE Connector pg.
  • Page 6: Front Display Panel

    FRONT DISPLAY PANEL A B.E.S.T. Picture System Display Audio Level Indicator pg. 27 B Programme Time Indicators C Symbolic Mode Indicators STILL: SLOW: PLAY: FF/REW VARIABLE RECORD: SEARCH: RECORD PAUSE: AUDIO DUBBING: AUDIO DUBBING PAUSE: INSERT: INSERT PAUSE: AV INSERT: AV INSERT PAUSE: pg.
  • Page 7 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY When “O.S.D.” is set to “ON” ( A Operation Mode Indicators B Tape Speed SP/LP/EP C Tape Direction D Counter Display E Tape Remaining Time Indicator F Audio Mode Display pg. 23 G Tape Position Indicator The tape position indicator appears on the TV screen when you press from the Stop mode...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also be used to operate your TV. ( pg. 38) A LCD Panel pg. 9, 30 B TV Button pg. 38 C VCR Button pg. 37 D AUDIO Button pg.
  • Page 9 How To Use The remote control can operate most of your video recorder’s functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets and satellite receivers of JVC and other brands. ( pg. 38, 39) Point the remote control toward the receiving window.
  • Page 10: Installing Your New Recorder

    Basic Connections Aerial connector Back of TV 21-pin SCART connector 21-pin SCART cable RF cable (not provided) (provided) Mains power cord Back of recorder AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT Mains outlet Make AV connection if your TV has a 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) in order to reduce the possibility of interference.
  • Page 11: S-Video Connection

    S-VIDEO Connection Back of TV AUDIO IN connectors S-VIDEO IN connector Aerial connector Mains outlet Mains power cord Back of recorder To connect to a TV with S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN connectors . . . Connect the recorder to TV. A Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per “RF Connection”...
  • Page 12: Initial Settings

    Auto Set Up Auto Channel Set/Auto Clock Set/ Auto Guide Program Number Set After the button on the recorder or remote control is pressed for the first time to power on the recorder, by simply selecting your country*, the Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock** and Guide Program numbers automatically.
  • Page 13 Select the language. Press OK. The Language Set display appears on the front display panel and/or on the TV screen. On the front display panel Press to select your language code. Language Code ENGLISH NORSK DEUTSCH SUOMI FRANCAIS DANSK ITALIANO POLSKI CEcTINA CASTELLANO...
  • Page 14: Preset Download

    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, DATA LOGIC or NexTView Link via fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable.
  • Page 15 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 recorder’s memory by using the PR button(s).
  • Page 16: Language

    Language Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) This recorder offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in 14 different languages. Though Auto Set Up selects the language automatically ( change the language setting manually as required. Access the Main Menu screen.
  • Page 17: Sat Control Set

    SAT CONTROL SET Satellite Receiver Control Setting Your recorder Satellite Controller Satellite receiver 21-pin SCART cable (not provided) AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER Back of recorder The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a satellite receiver. Approximately 20 seconds before the S programming ( pg.
  • Page 18 Setting satellite receiver's brand and channel After installation, set the satellite receiver’s brand and channel correctly; otherwise, the Satellite Controller cannot work correctly. Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). Turn on the satellite receiver. Turn on the satellite receiver’s power.
  • Page 19: T-V Link

    SAT CONTROL SET (cont.) T-V LINK Check the result of the test. If the satellite receiver’s channel number has been changed to the same one as you set in step 6 ... Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “CHANGED TO ...”, then press OK or finish the Sat Control Set mode.
  • Page 20: Playback

    Basic Playback Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). Load a cassette. Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is pointed toward the recorder.
  • Page 21: Playback Features

    Playback Features NOTE: Refer to the SHUTTLE ring illustration on the right as you read the following procedures. ATTENTION 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-by-frame playback or variable speed search.
  • Page 22: Skip Search

    PLAYBACK (cont.) Skip Search During playback, press 30 SEC 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 Index Search Your recorder automatically marks index codes at the beginning of...
  • Page 23: Next Function Memory

    Next Function Memory The Next Function Memory “tells” the recorder what to do after rewinding. Before continuing, make sure the recorder is in the Stop mode. a- For Automatic Start Of Playback Press , then press within 2 seconds. b- For Automatic Power Off Press , then press within 2 seconds.
  • Page 24: Recording

    Basic Recording Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). Recording Resume Function If there is a power outage during recording, Instant Timer Recording ( pg. 25) or timer recording ( recording will resume automatically when power is restored to the recorder unless the recorder’s memory backup has expired.
  • Page 25: Recording Features

    Recording Features Record One Programme While Watching Another If your recorder is connected to the TV via the AV connection, press TV/VCR. The recorder’s VCR indicator and the TV 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.
  • Page 26 RECORDING (cont.) Retake You can cut out unnecessary parts of a TV programme while you are recording it. End of programme Beginning of programme Unnecessary Unnecessary Programme part Recorded part Go back to end of programme to cut out unnecessary part Engage the Record-Pause mode.
  • Page 27: Audio Recording Level Control

    Super VHS ET (S-VHS ET) — Recording on VHS cassettes with S-VHS quality You can record in SP mode on VHS cassettes with S-VHS picture quality. Tapes recorded using this function can be played back on a recorder equipped with the S-VHS ET function. You can activate the S-VHS ET function only before you start recording on a VHS cassette.
  • Page 28 RECORDING (cont.) Receiving Stereo and Bilingual Programmes Your recorder 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.
  • Page 29: Picture System

    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 pg.
  • Page 30: Timer Recording

    ® Programming Before performing the S Programming: Make sure that the recorder’s built-in clock is set properly. Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically. Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). LCD panel With the S system, timer programming is greatly...
  • Page 31 Set the tape speed. Press SP/LP/EP ( It is not possible to select EP mode if “COLOUR SYSTEM” is set to “MESECAM” pg. 67 Set the VPS/PDC mode. Press VPS/PDC to select “ON” or “OFF”. If “VPS/PDC ON” is displayed on the TV screen or “VPS/PDC” is lit on the front display panel, VPS/PDC is set to ON.
  • Page 32: Express Timer Programming

    Express Timer Programming Before performing Express Timer Programming: Make sure that the recorder’s built-in clock is set properly. Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically. Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). TIMER RECORDING (cont.) If you do not know the S number for the programme...
  • Page 33 Enter the channel position. Press PR+/–. Set the tape speed. Press SP/LP/EP ( It is not possible to select EP mode if “COLOUR SYSTEM” is set to “MESECAM” pg. 67 Set the VPS/PDC mode. Press VPS/PDC to select “ON” or “OFF”. If “VPS/PDC ON”...
  • Page 34 Check, cancel and change programmes Disengage the timer mode. Press (TIMER), then press Access the Programme Check screen/display. " Press TIMER RECORDING (cont.) Access the Programme screen/display. " Press again to check more information. Each time " you press , the next programme’s information appears.
  • Page 35: When Programmes Overlap Each Other

    When programmes overlap each other If “PROGRAM OVERLAPPED” appears, you have another programme overlapping the programme you have just made. The Programme Check screen appears and conflicting programmes will start blinking. Example: Programme 1 (you have just made) and Programme 4 overlap each other. Confirm the overlapping programmes.
  • Page 36: Automatic Satellite Programme Recording

    Automatic Satellite Programme Recording This function allows you to automatically record a satellite programme which is timer-programmed on your external satellite receiver. Connect a satellite receiver to the recorder’s AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector and programme the timer on the satellite receiver. The recorder starts or stops recording by the signals input from the satellite receiver.
  • Page 37: Remote Control Functions

    REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Remote A/B Code Switching The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote control’s A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals. The remote control is preset to send A code signals because your video recorder is initially set to respond to A code signals.
  • Page 38: Tv Multi-Brand Remote Control

    JVC or SAMSUNG has more than one code. If the TV does not function with one code, try entering another. First, press TV to set the remote control to TV mode, then press the corresponding button: 1, TV/VCR, TV PR +/–,...
  • Page 39 The number keys may not function with some satellite receivers. IMPORTANT Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC satellite receivers, as well as many other models, it may not work with your satellite receiver, or in some instances, may have limited function capability. BRAND NAME...
  • Page 40: Video Navigation

    Navigation When you record a TV programme with this recorder, the recorder automatically stores in its memory the recording start time, date, channel information, etc. If the tape is recorded on this recorder for the first time, new tape number and the recording date are also registered.
  • Page 41 Check the memory. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “CHECK MEMORY”, then press OK. The CHECK MEMORY screen will appear. Return to the normal screen. Press MENU. Turn Off Navigation If you do not want to record information on the programmes, set “NAVIGATION”...
  • Page 42: Edit Title

    Find Blank Space This function is useful for finding out the blank space on each cassette and recording a new programme there. Perform steps 1 to 2 of “Check Memory” on page 40 before continuing. Access the Find Blank Space screen. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to...
  • Page 43 Press the appropriate number key, then press each character. Refer to the example below. (Example) Enter “JVC NEWS” A Press 5 (JKL) once to enter “J”, then press B Press 8 (TUV) three times to enter “V”, then press C Press 2 (ABC) three times to enter “C”, then press D Press 0 ( ) twice to enter “...
  • Page 44 Edit Programme Title and Category Perform steps 1 to 4 of “Edit Tape Title” on page 43 before continuing. Select the programme. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the programme you want to edit, then press OK or .
  • Page 45: Delete Tape Data

    Delete Tape Data Perform steps 1 to 4 of “Edit Tape Title” on page 43 before continuing. Select the tape title. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the tape number you want to & delete, then press Delete the tape data. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to...
  • Page 46: Find Title

    Find Title VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Sort By Tape Number This function is useful for finding out the programme you want to playback in the order sorted by tape number. Access the Main Menu screen. Press MENU. Access the Video Navigation screen. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to...
  • Page 47 Access the Tape No. screen. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “BY TAPE NO.”, then press OK or Select the programme. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the programme you want to play back, then press OK. If the selected cassette has already been loaded, playback begins automatically after the...
  • Page 48 Sort By Category This function is useful for finding out the programme you want to play back in the order sorted by category. Perform steps 1 to 3 of “Sort By Tape Number” on page 46 before continuing. Access the Category screen. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “BY...
  • Page 49: Editing

    When using a monaural camcorder, connect its AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO L input connector on your recorder. When a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder is used, the camcorder is capable of controlling the recorder. Refer to the camcorder’s instruction manual for operating procedure.
  • Page 50: Output/Input Set

    Output/Input Set L-1 OUTPUT and L-1 INPUT Setting The AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector accepts and delivers either a composite signal (regular video signal) or a Y/C signal (a signal in which the luminance and chrominance signals are separated). Set “L-1 OUTPUT” and “L-1 INPUT” to the appropriate mode depending on the type of appliance connected to the recorder’s AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector.
  • Page 51 L-2 SELECT and L-2 INPUT Setting The AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector accepts either a composite signal (regular video signal) or a Y/C signal (a signal in which the luminance and chrominance signals are separated). Set “L-2 SELECT” to the appropriate mode depending on the type of appliance connected to the recorder’s AV2 (L-2) IN/ DECODER connector.
  • Page 52: Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder

    Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder Advantages of S-VHS video recorders You can edit from VHS to S-VHS, S-VHS to VHS, or, from S-VHS to S-VHS. From VHS to S-VHS: Record VHS playback signals in the S-VHS mode. Although the picture quality is inherently limited by that of the original, the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing.
  • Page 53 TV receiver Player 21-pin SCART cable (not provided) Video RF cable channel or (provided) AV mode Another recorder Recorder TV receiver Recorder S-Video cable (not provided) 21-pin SCART cable (not provided) Another recorder Player NOTES: All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer. For Y/C signal input/output, be sure to use a 21-pin SCART cable that is compatible with the Y/C signal.
  • Page 54: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing Audio Dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously recorded tape with a new soundtrack. ATTENTION: Audio dubbing is not possible with a cassette recorded in EP mode. Normal audio track Video/Hi-Fi audio track Your recorder CD player, etc. Mixer output Audio mixer Original sound...
  • Page 55 Make connections. Connect an audio component to the AUDIO L + R input connectors on the recorder’s front panel. When connecting a monaural audio component, use only the recorder’s AUDIO L input connector. Set the recorder’s input mode. Press AUX (number key “0”) and/or PR to select “F-1” or “S-1”.
  • Page 56: Insert Editing

    Insert Editing Insert Editing replaces part of the recorded scene with new material. Both the picture and Hi-Fi audio soundtrack are replaced with new ones, while the normal audio soundtrack remains unchanged. If you wish to change the normal audio track as well, use the Audio Dubbing function simultaneously.
  • Page 57: Av Insert Editing

    Make connections. Connect the player’s VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT connectors to your recorder’s VIDEO or S-VIDEO and AUDIO input connectors on the front panel. Set the recorder’s input mode. Press AUX (number key “0”) and/or PR to select “F-1” for the AUDIO and VIDEO input connectors or “S-1”...
  • Page 58: Synchro Editing

    Synchro Editing Recorder LANC cable (not provided) Camcorder To LANC connector Player The Synchro Editing function synchronizes the start of the playback and recording operations when starting an edit operation using a camcorder with LANC connector and your recorder. Make connections. Connect your recorder to camcorder ( connect your recorder’s SYNCHRO EDIT connector to the camcorder’s LANC connector.
  • Page 59: Information On J Terminal

    With the optional JLIP VIDEO CAPTURE BOX GV-CB3E: Allows you to capture still images from the recorder into a personal computer. For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer. JLIP ID Number Your recorder has its own JLIP ID number. This ID number must be unique when your recorder is connected to another device via its J terminal.
  • Page 60: System Connections

    Connecting To A Satellite Receiver Simple Connections This is an example of simple connection if your TV has one 21-pin AV input (SCART) connector. Connect the satellite receiver to the AV2 (L-2) IN/ DECODER connector, then connect the AV1 (L-1) IN/ OUT connector to the TV’s connector.
  • Page 61 Perfect Connections This is an example of recommended connection if your TV has two 21-pin AV input (SCART) connectors. Connect the decoder to the satellite receiver’s connector if you have a decoder, AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector to TV’s connector, and AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector to the satellite receiver’s connector.
  • Page 62: Connecting/Using A Decoder

    Connecting/Using A Decoder TV receiver RF cable (provided) AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER Decoder The AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector can be used as an input connector for an external decoder (descrambler). Simply connect a decoder and you can enjoy the variety of programming that is available through scrambled channels.
  • Page 63: Connecting/Using A Stereo System

    Connecting/Using A Stereo System These instructions enable you to connect your video recorder to your Hi-Fi stereo system (if you have one) and listen to the soundtrack through the stereo. Stereo amplifier Speaker Television Mains outlet Make connections. Connect the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on your video recorder to the AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR connectors on your stereo system’s receiver or amplifier.
  • Page 64: Subsidiary Settings

    Mode Set Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS You can change various mode settings on the Mode Set screen by following the procedure described below. ● For each mode setting, see pages 65 to 67. Access the Main Menu screen.
  • Page 65 B.E.S.T. PICTURE CONTROL AUTO: Provides the optimised picture benefits of the B.E.S.T. Picture System. EDIT: Minimizes picture degradation during editing (recording and playback). SOFT: Reduces image coarseness when viewing overplayed tapes containing a lot of noise. Clearer, sharper-edged picture when SHARP: viewing images with lots of flat, same-coloured surfaces such as...
  • Page 66 AUTO SP LP TIMER DIGITAL 3R POWER SAVE VIDEO STABILIZER When this function is set to “ON”, the recorder automatically switches to LP mode to allow complete recording if there is not enough tape to record the entire programme while timer-recording in SP mode. For Example .
  • Page 67 S-VHS COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC: To record PAL signals, or play back a PAL or NTSC tape. To record SECAM signals, or play MESECAM: back a MESECAM tape. * The default setting is bold in the table below. Your recorder can record in S-VHS (Super VHS), S-VHS ET or VHS.
  • Page 68: Tuner Set

    Tuner Set Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) IMPORTANT Perform the following steps only if — — Auto Channel Set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up or by Preset Download ( pg.
  • Page 69 IMPORTANT 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 recorder will record a TV programme of a different station.
  • Page 70: Manual Channel Set

    Manual Channel Set Store channels that were not stored during Auto Set Up pg. 12), Preset Download ( pg. 14) or Auto Channel Set pg. 68). Access the Main Menu screen. Press MENU. Access the Confirmation screen. Press to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “MANUAL CH SET”, then press OK or Confirmation screen appears.
  • Page 71: Delete A Channel

    Delete A Channel Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Manual Channel Set” on page 70 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. Select the item. Press until the item you want to delete begins rt w e blinking. Delete a channel. Press &...
  • Page 72 Set Stations (A) Set station names that are registered in your recorder. Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Manual Channel Set” on page 70 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. Select the item. Press until the item you want begins blinking. rt w e Access the Manual Channel Set screen.
  • Page 73: Tv Station And Id List

    TV Station And ID List STATION NAME 1000 TV1000 3SAT 3SAT ADLT ADULT ANT3 ANTENA3 ARTE ARTE BBC GROUP BBC1 BBC1 BBC2 BBC2 BAYERN3 CANAL PLUS PORTUGUSES CAN5 CANALE5 CANV KETNET CANVAS CHANNEL4 CHANNEL5 CHLD CHILD CINE CINEMA CLUB TELECLUB CSUR ANDALUCIA DISC...
  • Page 74: Video Channel Set

    If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars clearly with pg. 12, 16), any channel between 22 and 69, consult your JVC dealer. Exit the Video Channel Set mode. Press OK on the remote control. With AV or S-VIDEO Connection To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode.
  • Page 75: Show View ® System Setup

    ® IMPORTANT Normally, Auto Set Up ( pg. 12), Preset Download ( automatically. You need to set the Guide Program numbers manually only in the following cases. When timer-programming with the S your recorder, is not selected, when you add a channel after Auto Set Up, Preset Download or Auto Channel Set has taken place, —Set the Guide Program number for that station manually.
  • Page 76: Clock Set

    Clock Set Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode). Just Clock The Just Clock function provides accurate time keeping through automatic adjustments at regular intervals, by reading data from a PDC signal. The Just Clock option can be set “ON” or “OFF” at the Clock Set screen (the default setting is “OFF”).
  • Page 77 Set the date and time. Press to set the time, then press OK or display begins blinking. Repeat the same procedure to set the date and year. When you set the time, press and hold by 30 minutes. When you set the date, press and hold by 15 days.
  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    74). If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO connection, set the TV to its AV mode. Try manual tracking. ( pg. 23) Use a dry cleaning cassette TCL-2UX or consult your JVC dealer. Try manual tracking. ( pg. 23)
  • Page 79 RECORDING SYMPTOM 1. Recording cannot be started. 2. TV broadcasts cannot be recorded. 3. Tape-to-tape editing is not possible. 4. Camcorder recording is not possible. TIMER RECORDING SYMPTOM 1. Timer recording won’t work. 2. Timer programming is not possible. 3. “ ”...
  • Page 80: Other Problems

    OTHER PROBLEMS SYMPTOM 1. Whistling or howling is heard from the TV during camcorder recording. 2. When scanning channels, some of them are skipped over. 3. The channel cannot be changed. 4. Channel settings that were made manually seem to have changed or disappeared.
  • Page 81: Questions And Answers

    QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PLAYBACK Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached during playback or search? A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning. Q. During search, slow, still and frame-by-frame playback, I can’t hear any audio. What’s the problem? A.
  • Page 82: Specifications

    GENERAL Power requirement : AC 220 V – 240 V Power consumption Power on : 25 W Power off : 5.2 W Temperature Operating : 5°C to 40°C Storage : –20°C to 60°C Operating position : Horizontal only Dimensions (WxHxD) : 437 mm x 97 mm x 347 mm Weight : 4.8 kg...
  • Page 83: List Of Terms

    LIST OF TERMS Audio Dubbing ... 54 ... 27 Audio Recording Level Control ... 68 Auto Channel Set ... 12 Auto Set Up ... 66 AUTO SP LP TIMER AUTO TIMER ... 65 Automatic Satellite Programme Recording ... 57 AV Insert Editing ...
  • Page 84 Auto Set Up — referring to the front display panel The Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock and Guide Program numbers automatically. BEFORE YOU START PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT: The TV aerial cable is connected to the ANT.IN connector on the rear panel of the video recorder. The video recorder’s mains power cord is connected to a mains outlet.

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