Page 1: Table Of Contents
® VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER HR-S7600AM TV/VCR AUDIO DISPLAY (MONITOR) DAILY WEEKLY C. RESET CANCEL TIMER START STOP DATE PROG EXPRESS PROGRAMMING PROG. PROG. 30 SEC CHECK STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON PUSH JOG TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO—...
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 ABOUT HEAD CLEANING Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or interrupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur. Auto Head Cleaner A built-in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a tape is loaded or unloaded...
Page 4: Installing Your New Recorder
Basic Connections Aerial terminal RF Cable (provided) Back of TV AV Cable AV-IN terminals (not provided) Mains Power Cord Mains outlet Connect the power plug to an AC outlet before installing the lithium battery. pg. 7 INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER It's essential that your video recorder is properly connected.
Page 5: S-Video Connection
S-VIDEO Connection Back of TV Aerial terminal AUDIO IN connectors Mains outlet Rear View To Connect to A TV With S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN Connectors . . . CONNECT RECORDER TO a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF CONNECTION" ( pg.
Page 6: Initial Settings
Video Channel Set Video Channel (RF Output Channel) is the channel on which your TV receives picture and sound signals from the video recorder through the RF cable. STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO—...
Page 7 If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars clearly with any channel between 28 and 60, consult your JVC dealer. FINISH VIDEO CHANNEL Press OK. If Auto Set Up ( pg.
Page 8: Auto Set Up
Auto Set Up IMPORTANT Don't press any buttons on the recorder or remote that are not directly related to the step you are performing while Auto Set Up is in progress. If you perform Auto Set Up successfully during installa- tion, there's no need to separately perform the Language Select, Clock Set or Channel Set procedures, but if adjustments become necessary they can be performed as...
Page 9 Major Countries Australia, New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E., Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon, Iraq China, Mongolia, Russia Hong Kong U.S.A., Japan, S.Korea, Taiwan DO NOT press any button on the recorder or remote control while Auto Set Up is in progress. AUTO CH SET PLEASE WAIT START...
Page 10: On-Screen Displays
On-Screen Displays Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing. PR. 12 21 : 00 24. 12. 99 HIFI REMAIN You can choose whether or not to have various operational indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF.
Page 11: Select Language
Select Language Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU PUSH JOG TURN ON THE RECORDER Press ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "INITIAL SET", then press FUNCTION SET TUNER SET...
Page 12: Clock Set
Clock Set Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU NOTE: If the year digits are automatically cleared, it is possible that you have input February 29th in a non-leap year. Input the correct data. PUSH JOG INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) TURN ON THE RECORDER...
Page 13: Playback
PLAYBACK Basic Playback Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP The easiest, most basic operation possible with your video recorder is tape playback.
Page 14: Playback Features
Playback Features STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP STOP ATTENTION Picture may not appear during high-speed search with an EP recorded NTSC tape. In the high-speed search, still, slow motion or frame by frame playback mode, the picture will be distorted, and there will be a loss of colour.
Page 15: Manual Tracking
High-Speed Search ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED SEARCH During playback or still, press FF for forward high- speed search, or REW for reverse high-speed search. To resume normal playback, press PLAY. NOTES: For short searches, press and hold FF or REW during playback or still picture.
Page 16 STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP REVIEW MENU Digital TBC/NR Your video recorder is equipped with the Digital TBC (Time Base Corrector) that removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes and rental cassettes.
Page 17: Next Function Memory
Next Function Memory The Next Function Memory "tells" the recorder what to do after rewinding. Before continuing, ensure that the recorder is in the Stop mode. a– For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind..press REW, then press PLAY within 2 seconds. b–...
Page 18: Timescan
TimeScan STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP MENU Your recorder is equipped with the TimeScan function. TimeScan allows noise free pictures to be displayed on your TV screen in the forward and reverse search modes.
Page 19: Timescan Audio
TimeScan < PAL or MESECAM tape > Names of – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Special-effects Search playback...
Page 20: Recording
Basic Recording Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP RECORD Accidental erasure prevention To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette, remove its safety tab.
Page 21: Recording Features
Recording Features STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP Record One Programme While Watching Another PLAY DIGITAL TBC/NR PAUSE INSERT A.DUB SHUTTLE COLOUR SYSTEM Instant Timer Recording (ITR) This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours (selectable in 30-min.
Page 22: Tape Remaining Time
C.RESET Elapsed Recording Time Indication You can check the exact time of a recording. DISPLAY Tape Remaining Time NOTE: Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away, or is not correct.
Page 23: Bilingual Programmes
AUDIO Receiving Stereo And Bilingual Programmes Your recorder is equipped with a Sound-Multiplex decoder (A2) and a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM) as well, 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 24 STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP MENU ATTENTION S-VHS recording is possible only for PAL recordings made in the SP or LP mode, or NTSC recordings made in the SP mode.
Page 25: Super Vhs Et
STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP S-VHS ET This facility allows recording with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes. You can play back those cassettes recorded in S-VHS ET on a recorder equipped with S-VHS ET.
Page 26: Picture System
B.E.S.T. Picture System Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP PLAY RECORD MENU The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking) system checks the condition of the tape in use during recording and playback, and compensates to provide the highest-possible recording and playback pictures.
Page 27: Start Recording
Recording START RECORDING Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote, or press RECORD on the recorder. DURING B.E.S.T. B.E.S.T. COMPLETE The recorder 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.
Page 28: Timer Recording
CODE System Setup Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU INFORMATION and S are different trademarks used to CODE represent the same easy recording feature, but only the term system will be used in the instructions. If you use the CODE system, follow the same instructions listed for the G-...
Page 29 MENU PUSH JOG ENTER RECEIVING CHANNEL POSITION NUMBER Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ or NUMBER keys to input the number of the recorder's channel position on which the Guide Program NUMBER number's broadcast is received. Then press OK or PUSH JOG If the satellite broadcast is received on your recorder's auxiliary channel "L-1", select "L-1"...
Page 30 Timer CODE Programming Before performing G- Timer Programming: CODE Be sure to read "G- System Setup" ( CODE 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).
Page 31 NUMBER STOP+/– PROG Satellite Tuner Users To timer-record a satellite broadcast using the G- system: 1 Perform steps 1 – 6. 2 Set the satellite tuner to the appropriate channel before the selected programme begins. 3 Leave the satellite tuner's power on. RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press PROG or OK.
Page 32: Express Timer Programming
Express Timer Programming Remember, the clock must be set before you can programme the timer ( pg. 12). Before performing the following steps: 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). Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM button ( STOP/EJECT...
Page 33 SP/LP/EP PROG SET TAPE SPEED Press SP/LP/EP ( RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN After confirming all information is correct, press PROG or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen WEEKLY appears. TIMER Repeat steps 1 – 8 for each additional programme. ENGAGE RECORDER'S TIMER MODE Press TIMER.
Page 34 CANCEL START+/– PROG CHECK MENU Check, Cancel And Replace Programmes TIMER TV PROG+/– SP/LP/EP PUSH JOG To cancel or replace a programme... TIMER RECORDING (cont.) DISENGAGE TIMER MODE Press TIMER, then press ACCESS PROGRAMME CHECK SCREEN Press PROG CHECK. PR START STOP 8:00 10:00 10:00 10:45 11:30 13:00...
Page 35: Auto Sp Lp Timer
Auto SP LP Timer If, when timer-recording in SP mode, there is not enough tape to record the entire programme, the recorder automatically switches to LP mode (with PAL broadcasts) or EP mode (with NTSC broadcasts) to allow complete recording. For Example .
Page 36: Special Features
NUMBER "1" STOP 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 the other 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 37 TIMER TV VOL+/– IMPORTANT Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC televisions, as well as many other models, it may not work with your TV, or in some instances, may have limited function capability. TV BRAND NAME...
Page 38: Editing
Preparation For Editing Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU Picture Control This feature helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference. * The default setting is "AUTO." PUSH JOG NOTE: Select EDIT when you are dubbing tapes.
Page 39: Edit From A Camcorder
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 40: Synchro Editing
Synchro Editing STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG (MONO) S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP NUMBER "0" Recorder Player Camcorder To LANC connector 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 video recorder.
Page 41: Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder
Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder Player TV Receiver AV Cable VIDEO (not provided) CHANNEL RF Cable (provided) Recorder Recorder Your recorder AV Cable (not provided) Another recorder Player IMPORTANT: To edit, both the player and the recorder must be of the same colour system.
Page 42: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP CD Player, etc. CD Player, etc. Audio mixer Mixer output Original sound AUDIO OUT STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO...
Page 43 STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R INSERT SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP COLOUR SYSTEM PLAY STOP START DUBBING Engage the audio component's Play mode, then press PLAY to start the tape in your recorder. Audio dubbing begins at this point.
Page 44: Insert Editing
Insert Editing Recorder STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET TIME SCAN SHUTTLE STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP Audio/Video signal S-Video signal Another recorder Player C.RESET Insert editing replaces part of the recorded scene with new material.
Page 45 STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON TV PROG S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO (MONO) L —AUDIO— R INSERT SYNCHRO EDIT SP/LP/EP COLOUR SYSTEM C.RESET ENGAGE INSERT EDITING Press INSERT. PLAY DIGITAL TBC/NR PAUSE START EDITING A.DUB SHUTTLE Load the source cassette and play back the segment that is to be inserted.
Page 46: Random Assemble Editing
This function makes it easier to create edited videos when your video recorder is used as the source player in combination with another JVC video recorder equipped with a Remote PAUSE Connector. You can pre-program up to 8 scenes or "cuts" for automatic editing in the sequence you have specified.
Page 47 By connecting this controller to your recorder's R.A. EDIT connector, you can perform Random Assemble Editing in combination with a second non-JVC video recorder. The controller is compatible with various major recorder brands. For compatible systems and availability, please consult your JVC dealer.
Page 48: Information On J Terminal
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 49: System Connections
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS Connecting/ Using A Stereo System 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 terminals on your stereo system's receiver or amplifier. NOTES: When connecting your recorder's audio output connectors to a stereo amplifier, make sure you connect L and R correctly.
Page 50: Information On Multi-System Compatibility
In the NTSC4.43 mode, with some TVs, on-screen displays (Programme screen etc.) may roll up or down and there may be a loss of colour. When this happens, select the AUTO mode. HR-S7600AM Multi-system tuner (B/G, I, D/K, M) Mode Description Usually set to this mode.
Page 51: Tape-To-Tape Editing
TV system you have selected at the TV System Select screen. Tape-To-Tape Editing There are 4 different types of recorded tape, depending on the signal recorded. Recorded tape MESECAM SECAM NTSC HR-S7600AM Built-in RFconverter G, K, I, H, M Playback equipment HR-S7600AM MESECAM...
Page 52: Tuner Set
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU IMPORTANT Perform the following steps only if auto channel set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up function ( you have moved to a different area or if a new station starts broadcasting in your area.
Page 53: Manual Channel Set
SELECT TV SYSTEM Press PUSH JOG % ﬁ to place the pointer next to the appropriate TV system, then press OK or PUSH Auto Channel Set will start. AUTO CH SET PLEASE WAIT START FINISH RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU. NOTE: If you perform Auto Channel Set when the aerial cable is not connected properly, "SCAN COMPLETED -NO SIGNAL-"...
Page 54: Delete A Channel
Delete A Channel ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 52. ACCESS CHANNEL LIST Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG SELECT CHANNEL Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ...
Page 55 Fine-Tuning Channels ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 52. ACCESS CHANNEL LIST Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG SELECT CHANNEL TO FINE-TUNE Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ...
Page 56: Troubleshooting
If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO connection, set the TV to its AV mode. Engage and adjust tracking manually. pg. 15) Consult your JVC dealer. Select the correct colour system by pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM button. ( pg. 50) Once recorded, the signal cannot be corrected.
Page 57 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. On-screen timer programming is not possible. 3.
Page 58: Other Problems
OTHER PROBLEMS SYMPTOM 1. Whistling or howling is heard from the TV during camcorder record- ing. 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 59: 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. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the still mode? A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads.
Page 60: Index
FRONT VIEW 1 2 3 STOP/EJECT TIMER S-VHS ET STANDBY/ ON S-VIDEO (S-2) VIDEO ( MONO ) L —AUDIO— R 1 STANDBY/ON Button 2 TIMER Button pg. 31, 33 3 S-VHS ET Button pg. 24 4 STOP/EJECT Button pg. 13 5 TV PROG ∞/5 Buttons 6 Cassette Loading Slot 7 INSERT Button...
Page 61: Display Panel
DISPLAY PANEL 15dB NORM 1 B.E.S.T. Picture System Display Audio Level Indicator 2 Symbolic Mode Indicators STILL: SLOW: PLAY: FF/REW VARIABLE RECORD: SHUTTLE SEARCH: RECORD PAUSE: AUDIO DUBBING: AUDIO DUBBING PAUSE: INSERT: INSERT PAUSE: AUDIO DUBBING INSERT: AUDIO DUBBING INSERT PAUSE: pg.
Page 62 The remote control can operate not only the video recorder but also some of your TV's functions. To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button to set the remote control to the Video mode. To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the remote control to the TV mode (...
Page 63: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power requirement Rating : AC 110 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz Operating : AC 090 – 260 V`, 50/60 Hz Power consumption : 24 W Temperature Operating : 5°C to 40°C Storage : –20°C to 60°C Operating position : Horizontal only Dimensions (WxHxD) : 437 x 97 x 347 mm...

JVC HR-S7600AM Instructions Manual

Safety First

Installing Your New Recorder

Initial Settings

Playback

Recording

Timer Recording

Special Features

Editing

Information on J Terminal

System Connections

Information on Multi-System Compatibility

Compatibility 50

Tuner Set

Troubleshooting

Questions and Answers

Index

Specifications

Quick Links

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