Page 1: Table Of Contents
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER ENGLISH CONTENTS SAFETY FIRST Safety Precautions ... 2 INDEX INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER Basic Connections ... 8 S-VIDEO Connection ... 9 INITIAL SETTINGS Auto Set Up ... 10 Preset Download ... 12 Language ... 14 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 * Attach the provided connector cover when you do not use the front panel connectors. A STANDBY/ON Button B DIGITAL TBC/NR Button C SP/LP Button pg. 23 D Cassette Loading Slot E Play Button pg. 18 F JOG Dial pg.
Page 5: Front Display Panel
I Audio Mode Indicator J Tape Remaining Time Indicator K “Cassette Loaded” Mark L VPS/PDC Indicator M VCR Indicator N Counter/Remain Display O Mode Display (L-1, L-2, F-1, S-1 or SAT*) * When “L-2 SELECT” is set to “SAT” ( instead of “L-2”.
Page 6: On-Screen Display
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY When “O.S.D.” is set to “ON” ( A Operation Mode Indicators B Tape Speed SP/LP/EP * EP is for NTSC playback only. C Tape Direction D Counter Display E Tape Remaining Time Indicator F Audio Mode Display pg. 22 G Tape Position Indicator The tape position indicator appears on the TV screen...
Page 7: Remote Control
REMOTE CONTROL Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also be used to operate your JVC TV while holding down the TV button. ( “Operating JVC TVs” in the right column) This remote control transmits A code signals only; it is not applicable to B code signals.
Page 8: 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 9: 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 10: 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 11 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 12: 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 13 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 14: 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 15: Sat Control Set
SAT CONTROL SET Satellite Receiver Control Setting Your recorder Transmitter Satellite receiver 21-pin SCART cable (not provided) SAT CTL 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 16 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 17: T-V Link
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 recorder. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
Page 18: 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 19: 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-recorded 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 20: Instant Review
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 PLAYBACK (cont.) High-Speed (Turbo) Search During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring all the way to the right for forward high-speed search, or to the...
Page 21: Digital Tbc/Nr
Index Search Your recorder 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 recorder is in the Stop mode. Activate Index Search.
Page 22: Repeat Playback
PLAYBACK (cont.) Repeat Playback Your recorder can automatically play back the whole tape 100 times repeatedly. Start playback. Press Activate Repeat Playback. Press and hold for over 5 seconds, then release. The Play indicator ( ) on the front display panel blinks slowly.
Page 23: Recording
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. 24) or timer recording ( recording will resume automatically when power is restored to the recorder unless the recorder’s memory backup has expired.
Page 24: Recording Features
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 25: Elapsed Recording Time Indication
Elapsed Recording Time Indication Set the counter display. Press – –:– – until a counter reading appears on the front display panel. Reset the counter. Press 0000 before starting recording or playback. The counter is reset to “0:00:00” and shows the exact elapsed time as the tape runs.
Page 26 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. Press during recording.
Page 27: 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 28: 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). With the S Timer simplified because each TV programme has a corresponding...
Page 29 Set the tape speed. Press SP/LP ( 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. If “VPS/PDC OFF”...
Page 30: 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 don’t know the S number for the programme you...
Page 31: Vps/Pdc Recording
Enter the channel position. Press PR+/–. Set the tape speed. Press SP/LP ( 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. If “VPS/PDC OFF”...
Page 32: Check, Cancel And Change Programmes
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 33: 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 34: 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 35: 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 36: 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 37 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 38: 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 39 TV receiver Player 21-pin SCART cable (not provided) Video RF cable channel or (provided) AV mode Another recorder Recorder TV receiver Player S-Video cable (not provided) 21-pin SCART cable (not provided) Another recorder Recorder 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 40: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing Audio Dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously recorded tape with a new soundtrack. Normal audio track Video/Hi-Fi audio track Your recorder CD player, etc. CD player, etc. Mixer Audio mixer output Original sound AUDIO OUT Pre-recorded tape Audio-dubbed tape Your recorder...
Page 41 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 42: 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 43: 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 44: System Connections
IMPORTANT When you set “L-2 SELECT” to “SAT” ( the recorder is turned off. When the recorder is in Stop mode or recording, press TV/VCR on the remote control to turn off the VCR indicator on the front display panel.
Page 45 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 46: 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 47: 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 48: 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 49 to 51. Access the Main Menu screen.
Page 49 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 50 AUTO SP LP TIMER DIGITAL 3R POWER SAVE SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) * The default setting is bold in the table below. 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.
Page 51 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 52: 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 53 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 54: Manual Channel Set
Manual Channel Set Store channels that were not stored during Auto Set Up pg. 10), Preset Download ( pg. 12) or Auto Channel Set pg. 52). 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 55: Delete A Channel
Delete A Channel Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Manual Channel Set” on page 54 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 56: Fine-Tuning Channels Already Stored
Set Stations (A) Set station names that are registered in your recorder. Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Manual Channel Set” on page 54 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 57: 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 58: Video Channel Set
If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars clearly with pg. 10, 14), 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 59: Show View ® Setup
® IMPORTANT Normally, Auto Set Up ( pg. 10), 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 60: 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 61 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 62: Troubleshooting
58). If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO connection, set the TV to its AV mode. Try manual tracking. ( pg. 21) Use a dry cleaning cassette TCL-2UX or consult your JVC dealer. Try manual tracking. ( pg. 21)
Page 63 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 64: 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 65: 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 66: Specifications
GENERAL Power requirement : AC 220 V – 240 V Power consumption Power on : 23 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) : 400 mm x 94 mm x 344 mm Weight : 4.1 kg...
Page 67: List Of Terms
LIST OF TERMS Audio Dubbing ... 40 Auto Channel Set ... 52 Auto Set Up... 10 AUTO SP LP TIMER ... 50 AUTO TIMER ... 49 Automatic Satellite Programme Recording... 34 AV Insert Editing... 43 B.E.S.T. Picture System ... 27, 49 Change Station Channel Position...
Page 68 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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Safety First

Index

Installing Your New Recorder

Initial Settings

Sat Control Set

T-V Link

Playback

Recording

Timer Recording

Editing

System Connections

Subsidiary Settings

Troubleshooting

Questions and Answers

Specifications

List of Terms

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