JVC HR-V205EK User's Manual
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1. 41 38 ADVANCED FEATURES Picture Quality Manual Tracking Your VCR is equipped with automatic tracking control This will be adequate for most tapes and will automatically adjust the tracking to suit the particular tape in use but if you insert an old or worn tape it may be necessary to manually adjust the track ing in order to get the best picture If automatic tracking fails you will notice noise bars appear ing across the picture you can correct this by manually overriding the tracking using the follow Ing steps ADJUST TRACKING MANUALLY During playback use the PR or buttons to adjust the tracking manually NOTE When a new tape 15 inserted the returns to automatic tracking Picture Control This feature allows you to select the most appropriate picture quality according to the type of tape or use of this VCR The default setting is OFF TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon using the lt and gt buttons and press OK SELECT PICTURE CONTROL MODE Select the desired mode using the A and V buttons and press lt or gt OFF Picture quality is not adjusted SOFT Reduces image coarseness when viewing overplayed tapes containing lots of noise SHARP Clearer sharper edged picture when viewing images with lots of flat same coloured surfaces such as cartoons RETURN TO NORMAL SC2. 1 1 TV2 TV2 FR3 France3 RETE4 RETE4 TV3 TV3 HR3 HESSEN3 RIKIS Rikisutvarpid Sjonvarp Iceland TV5 TV5 HRT HRT Croatia RTBF1 RTBF1 TVE TVE Spain TVE 1 2 ITA 1 ITALIA1 RTBF2 RTBF2 TVE1 TVE1 KABEL KABEL1 RTL RTL VIVA VIVA M6 M6 RTL2 RTL2 VOX VOX MDR3 MDR3 RTL4 RTL4 VTM VTM MTV MTV RTL5 RTL5 WDR3 West3 MTV3 MTV3 SAT 1 SAT1 YLE1 YLE1 N3 NORD3 5 1 Ski MINE ZDF ZDF 22 INITIAL SETTINGS o TV Station Channel Number Guide Region London amp South East South West South West East Midlands North North West North East Scotland Wales Northern Ireland Transmitter Bluebell Hill Crystal Palace Dover Heathfield Oxford Beacon Hill Caradon Hill Huntshaw Cross Redruth Stockland Hill Channel Islands Fremont Point Hannington Midhurst Rowridge Mendip Sandy Heath Sudbury Tacolneston Ridge Hill Sutton Coldfield The Wrekin Waltham Belmont Emley Moor Caldbeck Winter Hill Bilsdale West Moor Chatton Pontop Pike Angus Black Hill Sandale Caldbeck Creigkelly Darvel Durris Eitshal Keelylang Hill Knock More Rosemarkie Rumster Forest Selkirk Blaenplwyf Carmel Llanddona Moel y Parc Presely Wenvoe Brougher Mountain Divis Limavady BBC1 40 26 50 49 5 57 22 55 51 95 51 39 61 31 58 E Da 62 22 46 26 58 22 44 30 55 33 39 58 57 40 22 ain 33 22 22 40 33 39 31 55 31 57
3. i To change the daily Monday Friday or weekly serials press 1 gt to select the date setting then press OK Press gt then press OK CHANGE START TIME Press lt gt to select the start time You can compensate for anticipated changes in schedule using the number keys or and V buttons CHANGE STOP TIME Press lt gt to select the stop time You can compensate for anticipated changes in schedule using the number keys or and V buttons SET TAPE SPEED Press lt gt to select the tape speed You can change the tape speed between Standard Play SP Long Play LP and Intelligent Play IP using the A and V buttons pg 34 Intelligent LP Recording CAPACITY You can set this VCR to timer record up to seven programmes If you try to enter a eighth PROGRAM FULL appears on the TV screen O Return to Normal Screen Press MENU twice Engage Timer Mode You must now put the VCR into Timer Mode by pressing otherwise no recording will take place The timer indicator and standby record indicator light on the display panel To disengage the Timer Mode press again Ifa cassette has not loaded when the VCR enters the Timer Mode the timer indicator blinks on the display panel BEFORE YOU START Make sure that the VCR s clock is set correctly Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place Turn on the TV and select the Video channel or the AV Mod
4. ENABLE DISABLE OSD The default setting for OSD is ON Press A and V to toggle between ON and OFF and press lt or pen FSET ACMS 1 0 RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU GUIDE TO ON SCREEN DISPLAY INFORMATION ZZZ If you press OK on the Remote Control when OSD is set to ON you can see the po O current VCR status on the TV screen The o1 indications except the clock or time counter disappears in about 5 seconds To clear the on screen display completely press OK again 15 02 03 SAT 11 00 2 The indications are not recorded even if the MM _ is in the recording mode IMG ESI O Channel and auxiliary input EJECT appears when you eject the cassette Clock STOP appears when you stop playback or Tape position recording Time counter RECORD Each time you press the display appears during recording shows clock or tape position and time counter RECP appears in the record pause mode alternatively SAFE appears when the VCR enters in child lock Q Current day month year mode or any buttons on the VCR are Tape speed pressed during child lock mode VCR operation mode C pg 44 PLAY appears during playback REW appears during rewinding or blinks during rewinding with Rewind Power Off function pg 42 FF appears during fast forwarding 42 ADVANCED FEATURES Rewind Power Off When the tape
5. Button ejects tape during Stop mode 16 VIDEO Plus Button accesses VIDEO Plus Program screen 17 AV Button selects VCR s auxiliary input mode 18 30 SEC gt gt Button initiates a 30 second period of fast motion playback 19 41MM Button selects tape speed 20 gt gt Button same as button on VCR 21 Button same as button on VCR 22 AA V PR Buttons select a preset position used for selection in on screen menus adjust the tracking during playback or still picture 23 TV lt 1 Buttons control volume of connected JVC TV 24 lt P Buttons used for selection in on screen menus 25 OK Q Button enters selections made in on screen menus displays the current VCR status on the TV screen How to use the Remote Control Before use insert the lithium battery in the correct directions as indicated back of the remote control The Remote Control can operate most of your VCR s functions as well as basic functions of JVC TV sets Point the Remote Control toward the receiving window on the VCR The maximum operating distance Some TVs or other appliances generates strong magnetic fields Do not place such of the Remote Control is about appliance on top of the VCR as it may cause picture disturbance 7 5 m To operate your JVC TV press the corresponding button TV TV amp A TV Volume NOTE If the Remote Control does not work properly remov
6. e This is normal e The automatic tracking mode is engaged e The video heads may be dirty CORRECTIVE ACTION Connect the mains power cord Replace the dead batteries with new ones Press resume recording Check the cassette If you are using only the RF cable for connection Set the TV to the Video Channel Perform Video Channel Set gt pg 14 If you are using both the RF cable and 21 pin SCART cable for connection set the TV to its AV mode Try manual tracking pg 38 Use a dry cleaning cassette JVC TCL 2 or consult your JVC dealer SYMPTOM RECORDING 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 1 Timer recording won t work 2 he timer indicator blinks on the display panel 3 Timer programming is not possible 4 The VCR stops timer recording rewinds the tape and ejects the cassette then enters the standby mode automatically 5 The VIDEO Plus system does not timer record properly POSSIBLE CAUSE e There is no cassette loaded or the cassette loaded has had its record safety tab removed AV has been selected as the input mode e The source another VCR camcorder has not been properly connected e All necessary power switches have not been turned on e The input mode is not correct e The camcorder has not
7. 57 52 46 44 22 31 55 2 46 33 56 52 63 63 28 62 44 26 44 45 55 24 64 27 44 55 28 40 33 64 28 51 34 62 ITV 43 23 66 64 60 60 25 59 41 23 41 42 27 61 24 41 59 25 43 25 61 25 47 28 59 29 49 61 60 43 28 24 23 25 23 43 23 49 24 59 24 60 60 49 43 41 25 24 59 CH4 65 30 53 67 53 53 32 65 47 29 47 66 68 21 54 21 47 65 32 50 29 54 41 32 65 23 42 54 dB 50 32 21 29 32 29 50 29 42 21 65 21 53 55 42 50 47 32 21 65 5 37 49 67 37 29 37 510 35 52 35 37 25 55 56 37 56 48 35 68 Basic Features 24 Playback Features 26 CE tU UK 28 VIDEO Plus Timer Programming 31 Timer Programming 68222000 33 24 BASIC FEATURES BEFORE YOU START Turn the TV on Tune the TV to your Video Channel or to its AV mode NTSC TAPES Some TVs will shrink the picture and place black bars at the top and bottom of the screen This is not a malfunction but you may lose some on screen information The picture may roll up or down Correct this by adjusting the vertical hold on the TV set The counter and tape remaining times will be incorrect The picture will be distorted during search or sti
8. Tape format Tape width 1 2 12 7 mm high density VHS tape Maximum recording time SP 240 min with E 240 video cassette LP 480 min with E 240 video cassette Rewind time Approx 180 sec with E 180 cassette Dimensions W x Hx D mm x 94 5 mm x 270 mm Weight 4 0 kg Operating temperature 5 to 35 Operating humidity Less than 80 96 Timer 24 hours display type lt N e VIDEO Signal system PAL type colour signal and CCIR monochrome signal 625 lines 50 fields Recording Format PAL I RF reception PAL I RF OUT PAL RF modulator UHF channels 22 68 Adjustable Input level VIDEO IN SCART type 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm unbalanced Output level VIDEO OUT SCART type 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm unbalanced Signal to noise ratio More than 43 dBm AUDIO Input level AUDIO IN SCART type 6 dBm more than 10 Output level AUDIO OUT SCART type 6 dBm less than 1 Audio track Mono track Audio frequency response 100 Hz to 10 000 Hz 6 3 dBm ACCESSORIES Provided accessories RF cable Infrared remote control unit 2032 battery x 1 Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise specified E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED Printed in Indonesia COPYRIGHT 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD 0203 AH CR LG
9. e 16 no 43 D Deleted Chanine 19 Display Tape Position Time Counter 29 E Editing From a Camcorder tto 40 Editing Using Another VOR 39 balla PROEL 42 F Fine Tuning Stored Channels 21 H Migh Speed Sedi 26 Instant Timer Recording 30 Intelligent LP 34 Manual Channel 18 Manual Tracking 38 Memory Stop 43 dk 24 On Screen Display 5 41 LIST OF TERMS 49 P Pause Dorme Playback 26 Pediconi 38 E 24 10 Number 31 R Record a Programme While Watching Another 29 28 Reese brine 29 Rewind PRE 42 5 27 T Timer 33 UDIN 17 TV Station Channel Number Guide 25 TV Station iii 21 V Video Channel 14 Video Heads Cleaning 25 VIDEO Plus Timer Programming 31 16 9 OM Pa ID nn 44 50 51 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power 200 V 240 V 50 6 Hz Power consumption Power on Approx 12 W Standby mode 3 0 W Video Head system Rotary two head helical scan system Tape speed SP 23 39 mm sec LP 11 69 mm sec
10. OF EQUIPMENT FRONT PANEL TV amp TV VCR SHOWVIEW REAR PANEL T g O 04 O O 04 DISPLAY Diagram Key FRONT PANEL 1 STANDBY ON cy Button turns VCR on off loading a cassette also turns power on 2 Button stops tape ejects tape during Stop mode 3 Cassette Loading Slot is where cassette is inserted door closes 4 Button stops tape temporarily during recording stops tape temporarily during playback 5 Button rewinds the tape initiates high speed reverse search 6 gt gt Button fast forwards tape initiates high speed forward search 7 PR Buttons select a preset position 8 Display Panel shows the condition of the VCR 9 Infrared Beam Receiving Window is where Remote Control should be aimed when in use 10 Button starts regular recording 11 gt Button plays back tape cancels Pause Still Search modes ATTENTION To mobile phone users Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the VCR may cause picture vibration on the REAR PANEL 1 Mains Power Cord supplies power to VCR 2 Tying Band Stopper fixes the main power cord Do not drop the tying band into the inside of the VCR It may cause a malfunction 3 AERIAL Connector enables connection of aerial 4 EURO AV1 AUDIO VIDEO Connector
11. Remote Control FAST FORWARD Press the P gt button on the VCR or on the Remote Control If you press and hold lt button gt button during rewinding or fast forwarding you can see the picture on the TV screen Releasing it cancels the picture search and resume rewinding and fast forwarding Video Heads Cleaning Use a dry cleaning cassette JVC TCL 2 in the following cases Rough poor picture appears while a tape is played back The picture is unclear or no picture appears 26 BASIC FEATURES Playback Features Pause During Playback Press the JJ button on the VCR or the Remote Control The VCR enters Pause mode after moving two or three frames If the paused picture on the TV screen jumps vertically press the PR and buttons on the Remote Control until the picture is steady Still picture stops automatically after about 5 minutes to protect the heads Press to resume playback High Speed Search During playback or still picture press the BB on the Remote Control for forward high speed search or the lt button for reverse high speed search High speed search stops automatically about 3 minutes to protect the heads then normal playback resumes Press to resume playback 30 SEC e BASIC FEATURES 27 e Skip Search During playback press 30 SEC up to 6 times Each press of the 30 SEC 55 button will cause the VCR to go into fast motion playback for a period of 30 s
12. enables AV connection to TV or second VCR input recordable when selected 5 OUT Connector enables connection to aerial terminal of TV receiver VCR DISPLAY PANEL 1 Tape in Indicator lights up when the cassette is inserted 2 REC Indicator lights when the VCR is during recording 3 VCR Indicator lights when the VCR is in the video mode At this point the TV automati cally enters AV mode 4 Timer Indicator lights when the VCR enters Timer mode TV screen or change the screen to a blue back display On placing the VCR REMOTE CONTROL 1 TV Button turns JVC TV on off 2 TV gt Button enables you to select TV s auxiliary input mode 3 TV VCR Button switches connected TV s mode between TV and AV 4 Number Keys are used in preset position selection and the VIDEO Plus Timer Programming 5 0000 Button resets counter on the on screen display to 0 00 00 6 lt A Button initiates Ez Easy Power Off function 7 Button enables disables the child lock mode 8 lt lt Button same as button on VCR gt Button same as button on VCR 10 ITR Button starts regular recording press once Instant Timer Recording press twice sets duration of ITR 11 Button stops tape 12 TV PR Buttons selects the connected JVC TV s channel 13 MENU Button accesses Menu screen EQUIPMENT KEY 7 14 STANDBY ON c Button turns VCR on engages the VCR in the standby mode 15
13. of road safety It is illegal to watch television whilst driving DON T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing DON T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment for example with curtains or soft furnishings Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture ABOVE ALL NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes slots or any other opening in the case this could result in a fatal electrical shock NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind it is better to be safe than sorry Contents Diagrams of Equipment 6 Equipment Key ecce 7 8 Plug amp Play Setup 10 Initial Settings 13 Basic 23 Advanced Features 37 Subsidiary Information 45 List of Terms 49 6 DIAGRAMS
14. tune to a different programme The programme set using the PR button on the Remote Control is the one which will be recorded 30 BASIC FEATURES Instant Timer Recording This method allows you to quickly set the VCR to record in 30 minute incre ments START RECORDING Press ITR once If left in this state the will keep recording until the tape runs out ENGAGE INSTANT TIMER RECORDING Press ITR again This means that the VCR will record for 30 minutes on the programme already selected and then stop automatically 50 0 ED IN N E 960 9 e 9 7 INCREASE TIME Each time ITR is pressed the time limit is increased by 30 minutes to a maximum of 9 hours e Qu gt BEFORE YOU START Make sure that the VCR s clock is set correctly Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place Turn on the TV and select the Video channel or the AV Mode Set SYSTEM to the appropriate mode pg 43 4 SHOWVIEW VIDEO Plus DE GD 39 an 80SECES GG amp BASIC FEATURES 31 VIDEO Plus Timer Programming The VIDEO Plus system uses the code numbers called PlusCodes printed after each programme in your TV listings guide These are a kind of shorthand for video recorders and using them automatically sets your VCR to record the correct programme channel
15. Control press to temporarily stop recording and press to resume You cannot change the preset position on the VCR while it is recording but you can while it is paused see Choose a Programme at the top of this page There will be a loss of color or the picture will be distorted where the channel is changed BASIC FEATURES 29 0 Notes on Recording When using both the RF and SCART cables you can switch between TV and VCR by pressing the TV VCR button on the Remote Control Display Tape Position Time Counter Press the OK button repeatedly to display the tape position and time counter on the TV screen To reset the time counter press 0000 NOTES Set OSD to ON to display the indications on the TV screen t pg 41 Depending on the type of tape used the tape position may not appear right away Change Display Information By pressing the OK button repeatedly you can change the TV screen between the clock time and the tape position time counter Resetting the Counter Press the OK button so that the counter display appears on the TV screen While the display is shown press the oooo button You can reset the counter to 0 00 00 before starting playback or recording Record a Programme While Watching Another If your VCR is connected to the TV with both the RF cable and 21 pin SCART cable press TV VCR Once you have started recording all you need to do is use the controls on your TV set to
16. ER RECORDING Q The timer indicator and the standby record indicator remain lit on the display panel Is there a problem A No This is a normal condition for a timer recording 1n progress Can I programme the timer while I m watching a tape or a TV broadcast A You won t see the picture as it is replaced by the on screen menu but the audio from the program or tape you re viewing can be heard 46 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POWER 1 No power is applied to the VCR 2 The Remote Control won t function TAPE TRANSPORT 1 The tape does not run during recording RECP appears on the TV screen only when OSD is set to ON 2 The tape will not rewind or fast forward PLAYBACK 1 The playback picture does not appear while the tape is running 2 Noise appears during visual search 3 Noise appears during normal playback 4 The playback picture is blurred or interrupted while TV broad casts are clear POSSIBLE CAUSE e The mains power cord is disconnected e The batteries are discharged e The VCR is in the RECORD PAUSE MODE e The tape is already fully rewound or fast forwarded e f you re using only the RF cable for connection the TV s channel selector is not set to the Video Channel the VCR s Video Channel has not been correctly set e f you re using both the RF cable and 21 pin SCART cable for connection the TV is not set to the AV mode
17. JVC MI VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER HR V205EK VHS NTSG AUTO TUNE PP PR aia TIMER REC 174 17 17 Bon PH LUC 7n X 7 JVG f INSTRUCTIONS 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 IMPORTANT W Please read the various precautions on pages 2 4 of this instruction manual before installing or operating the recorder It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re record pre recorded tapes records 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 IMPORTANT Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain a proper safety approved extension lead adapter or consult your dealer In the unlikely event of the plug fuse failing be sure to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover If the fuse fails again consult your nearest JVC dealer If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off rem
18. REEN Press MENU NOTE You can perform EPC setting only during playback ADVANCED FEATURES 39 Editing Editing Using Another VCR CONNECT UP Connect EURO AV1 AUDIO VIDEO connector to another VCR SET RECORDER INPUT MODE The recording VCR mode must be set to AUX If this 15 the recorder press AV and or PR to select AV1 If this 15 the player set OSD to OFF pg 41 START SOURCE VCR Engage its PLAY mode START RECORDING VCR Engage its RECORD mode Your VCR 21 pin SCART Cables not provided Another VCR 40 ADVANCED FEATURES Editing From a Camcorder CONNECT UP Connect the Camcorder s AUDIO VIDEO OUT connector to the VCR s rear panel EURO AV1 AUDIO VIDEO connector via an optional cable adapter SET INPUT MODE Press or PR so that AV1 appears in the place of a preset position number START CAMCORDER Engage the camcorder s PLAY mode START RECORDER Press Your VCR Cable adapter not provided Audio Video Cable not provided Camcorder ADVANCED FEATURES 41 Other Functions On Screen Display OSD This function allows you to turn the on screen information ON or OFF GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon OSD using the lt and gt buttons and press
19. and time Up to 7 timer recording programmes within a month can be made Q Get to the VIDEO Plus Screen Press VIDEO Plus You will see the following TV screen information Press A V to select ONCE once DAILY Monday Friday or WEEKLY weekly serials ONCE 5 0 9 Enter the PlusCode Number Press the number keys on the Remote Control to enter the PlusCode number of the programme you wish to record then press OK The programme list appears 12348 DAILY VIDE PLUS 0 9 If you make a mistake press lt to delete the incorrect number and then enter the correct one If the number you entered is invalid PLEASE CHECK appears on the TV screen Input a valid PlusCode number then press OK CONTINUED TO NEXT PAGE 32 BASIC FEATURES e Check the Results Make sure that the preset number displayed is the one that you want If it is incorrect the wrong programme will be recorded If it is incorrect or is displayed select the appropriate number using the A and V buttons This preset position is registered to the VCR CHANGE PRESET POSITION Press lt gt to select the preset number You can change the preset position Ps POTE UB using number keys or and V buttons ZDF 8 19 30 20 00 LP E CHANGE DATE Press lt gt to select the date You can change the date using number keys or and V buttons
20. been properly connected e The input mode is not correct e The clock and or the timer have been set incorrectly e The timer is not engaged e The loaded cassette has had its record safety tab removed e The timer is engaged but there s no cassette loaded e Timer recording is in progress e The end of the tape was reached during timer recording e The VCR s preset positions have been set incorrectly SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION 47 CORRECTIVE ACTION Insert a cassette or using adhesive tape cover the hole where the tab was removed Set to the desired preset Confirm that the source is prop erly connected Confirm that all units power switches are turned on Set the input mode to AV1 Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected Set the input mode to AV1 Re perform the clock and or timer settings Press 7 1 and confirm that the timer indicator is displayed on the display panel Remove the cassette and cover the hole with adhesive tape or insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact Load a cassette with the record safety tab intact Timer programming can t be performed while a timer recording is in progress Wait until it finishes The programme may not have been recorded in its entirety Next time make sure you have enough time on the tape to record the entire programme Set the preset position manually That preset position is registered to the VCR Then re perform the pro
21. ble only with the Remote Control Keep the Remote Control out of the children s reach Timer recording programmes will be performed even if the child lock function is activated PLAYBACK What happens if the end of the tape 15 reached during playback or search A The VCR stops playback rewinds the tape and ejects the cassette then enters the standby mode automatically Q Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the still mode A No It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads Q During search or still I can t hear any audio What s the problem A This 15 normal Q When returning from high speed search to normal playback the picture is disturbed Should I be concerned about this A No it is normal Q Noise bars appear during high speed search What s the problem A This 15 normal SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION 45 Questions and Answers RECORDING Q When I pause and then resume a recording the end of the recording before the pause is overlapped by the beginning of the continuation of recording Why does this happen A This is normal It reduces distortion at the pause and resume points Q Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the Record Pause mode A No It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads Q What happens if the tape runs out during recording A The VCR stops recording rewinds the tape and ejects the cassette then enters the standby mode automatically TIM
22. cedure 48 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION SYMPTOM OTHER PROBLEMS di Whistling or howling is heard from the TV during camcorder recording When scanning channels some of them are skipped over The preset cannot be changed Channel settings that were made manually seem to have changed or disappeared No channels are stored in the VCR s memory POSSIBLE CAUSE The camcorder s microphone is too close to the TV The TV s volume is too high Those channels have been designated to be skipped Recording is in progress After the manual settings were made Auto Channel Set was performed The TV aerial cable was not connected to the VCR when Plug amp Play Setup was per formed CORRECTIVE ACTION Position the camcorder so its microphone is away from the TV Turn the TV s volume down If you need the skipped channels restore them Press to pause the recording change presets then press to resume recording Perform manual setting again Turn off the VCR once and connect the TV aerial cable to the VCR properly plug the main power cord into a main outlet again Then perform Plug amp Play Setup again pg 10 List of Terms A Auto Channel 17 Change Display Information 29 Change 19 Change Station Preset Position etes 20 Check Cancel Change Programmes 35 Child HR 44 iud
23. e Set SYSTEM to the appropriate mode gt pg 43 CD QD 659 5 Fase MM 30SEC ii 2 CN e BASIC FEATURES 33 Timer Programming If you do not know the PlusCode number for the programme that you wish to record follow the instructions below to manually set your VCR to record Q Get to the Programme List REC Press MENU Select the icon REC using the lt and gt buttons and press OK 162 TIM em E SYS ACMS DATE E Enter Programme Details Select the open row then press OK again SET PROGRAMME Press the number keys to enter the programme required SET DATE Press the number keys to adjust the date To time record daily Monday Friday or weekly serials press 1 gt to select the date setting then press OK Press gt then press OK SET START TIME Press the number keys to enter the start time SET STOP TIME Press the number keys to enter the stop time SET TAPE SPEED Press lt gt to select the tape speed You can change the tape speed between Standard Play SP Long Play LP and Intelligent Play IP using the A and V buttons pg 34 Intelligent LP Recording NOTE Input gt before any single number entries For memory capacity and Serial Programming see VIDEO Plus Timer Program ming on page 31 CONTINUED TO NEXT PAGE BASIC FEATURES Return to Nor
24. e Safe Use Of Equipment This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but like any electrical equipment care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety 1 to be assured DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment DO ensure that all electrical connections including the mains plug extension leads and interconnec tions between pieces of equipment are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation operation or safety of your equipment DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally or if it 15 damaged in any way switch off withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages DON T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the require ments
25. e its batteries wait for a few seconds replace the batteries and then try again About c gt Button When you press on the VCR and remote control while the VCR is turned on each button works differently On the VCR When you press the VCR is turned off completely On the Remote Control When you press the VCR enters the standby mode The clock display will be auto dimmer To turn off the VCR completely press on the VCR 8 WELCOME TO JVC Welcome to JVC Thank you for choosing JVC We hope that you will get many hours of enjoy ment from your new unit o Getting Everything Ready CHECK THE CONTENTS Unpack the box and place the on a flat stable surface Check that you have the items shown below Please read the SAFETY FIRST on pages 2 4 it tells you about some safety points Refer to the diagrams on pages 6 7 when reading through these instructions Refer to the List of Terms on page 49 if you need an explanation for Video Cassette Recorder any terms in this manual VIDEO Plus gt 2 3 lt A SS 4 66 8 C8 C9 0000 AV Lithium Battery CR 2032 RF Cable 22 DIO JVC Infrared Remote Control Unit 5 SCART is a recommended option because its use improves the quality of the picture If connecting to a stereo TV you will need a SCART cable There ar
26. e several types of SCART cables fully wired and others If you use a SCART cable you must also connect the RF cable WELCOME TO JVC 9 GETTING EVERYTHING READY continued CONNECT CABLES Connect the cables as indicated in the diagram below using the TV Aerial Cable the RF Cable and the 21 pin SCART Cable provided RF Cable provided TV Aerial Cable not provided 21 pin SCART Cable not provided Mains Power Cord Y ob E N veo Back of VCR Mains Outlet You are now ready to start the Plug amp Play Setup which begins on the next page Do not turn on When the main power cord 1 first plugged into a main outlet the VCR performs Plug amp Play Setup pg 10 10 PLUG amp PLAY SETUP Plug amp Play Setup The TV should be set to its AV mode if you are using both the RF cable and 21 pin SCART cable for connection or UHF channel 52 if you are using only RF cable for connection Q Start Plug amp Play Setup JILDLI Plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet Check thatthe NOTE Turn on the VCR connection is completed Tune the TV to your WHAT WILL HAPPEN The Plug amp Play screen Video Channel to appears on the TV screen Then press AV mode NOTE Load the batteriesinto Ifyou have connected your TV to the VCR with the Remote Control onl
27. econds When the specified portion of the tape 15 skipped normal playback resumes automatically To return to normal playback during a Skip Search press gt O Attention In the high speed search or still mode the picture will be distorted the noise bars will appear there will 1055 of colour with an LP recorded tape 28 BASIC FEATURES 0 BEFORE YOU START Turn the TV on Tune the TV to your Video Channel or to its AV mode Choose a blank cassette which has the record safety tab still in place Load the cassette into the VCR see page 24 Recording TV signals being received by the recorder s built in tuner can be recorded onto a video tape You can capture a TV programme using your VCR Choose a Programme Select the channel that you wish to record REMOTE CONTROL Press PR or the number keys VCR Press PR Set the Tape Speed Press SIMY Check the on screen display until the required tape speed is shown You can choose Standard Play SP or Long Play LP The picture quality on LP record ings will not be as high as on SP recordings but the tape will last longer e Start Recording Press on the or on the Remote Control Ifthe tape reaches its end during recording the VCR stops recording rewinds the tape and ejects the cassette then enters the standby mode automatically o Pause and Resume During Recording On either the VCR or the Remote
28. ete that station from the memory see page 19 18 INITIAL SETTINGS Manual Channel Setup PR SET GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon PR SET using the lt and buttons and press OK The Manual Channel Set screen of the channel position currently received appears GET TO THE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU MA2 ACMS DATE TEM SELECT POSITION Press the and V buttons on the Remote ies Control to select a vacant position then press OK 540 In this example we have chosen position 6 11 002 SELECT BAND When the MANUAL CH SET screen appears press AV to change the band between C regular and S cable PR CH STATION 00 06 INPUT CHANNEL NUMBER Press the and V buttons to input the pler CHANNELICABLE AV Channel Number that you want to store and press OR Press the number keys to input the Channel Number that you want to store Input o before any single number entries FINE TUNING Press gt to select setting Press the A and V buttons to fine tune the channel INPUT CHANNEL ID Press gt to select STATION setting and press OK Press the A and V buttons to select the required ID from the stored list SAVE NEW CHANNEL DETAILS Press MENU to save the details you have just entered The Confirmation Screen will appear again Repeat the above procedure from Select Positio
29. ing the lt and gt buttons and press The Manual Channel Set screen of the channel position currently received appears GET TO THE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU SELECT CHANNEL Press the A and V buttons on the Remote Control to select the channel that you wish to delete DELETE CHANNEL Press lt The channel directly beneath the cancelled one moves up one line RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU 20 INITIAL SETTINGS Change Station Preset Position PRSEL GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon PR SET using the lt and gt buttons and press OK The Manual Channel Set screen of the channel position currently received appears GET TO THE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU TIME SYS DATE SELECT ITEM Press the and V buttons on the Remote Control to select the item you want to move then press SELECT NEW POSITION Press the and V buttons to move the station to the new preset position then press OK Example If you moved the station in position 4 to 009 00 CO3 00 position 2 the stations C02 00 ZDF 40 00 HR3 e_o sus S11 00 00 ZDF originally positions 2 540 00 11 00 3 C02 00 01 00 Pr 01 and 3 each move down one space CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Pre
30. is not running press then press REW blinks on the TV screen The VCR enters the standby mode automatically after rewinding the tape Ez Easy Power Off During playback press 4 44 The VCR stops playback rewinds the tape and ejects the cassette then enters the standby mode automatically ADVANCED FEATURES 43 Memory Stop Facility The stops automatically when rewinding the tape and the counter reaches 0 00 00 If you set the counter to 0 00 00 before the playback or recording you can easily access the pre selected position by using the time counter ll Press OK repeatedly to display the counter on the TV screen Press 0000 to reset the counter before playback or recording Start playback or recording Press lt 4 lt 4 after playback or recording The tape rewinds and stops automatically when the counter reaches to M 0 00 00 Colour System You can play back PAL NTSC and MESECAM tapes or record PAL and SECAM signals on this VCR Select the appropriate colour system SECAM signals will be recorded as MESECAM on this VCR MESECAM is the designation for tapes with SECAM signals that have been recorded on a MESECAM compatible PAL video cassette recorder TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon SYSTEM using the lt and buttons and press OK SELECT MODE Press A V to select the appropriate mode and press AUTO Normally select this The a
31. led 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 recorder remote control or video cassette 1 DO NOT place the recorder 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 block the recorder s ventilation openings or 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 place heavy objects on the recorder or remote control 4 DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the recorder 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 use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water Also DO NOT place any con tainers filled with water or liquids such as cosmetics or medicines flower vases potted plants Cups etc on top of this unit 7 DO NOT place any naked flame sources such as
32. lighted candles on the apparatus 8 AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport MOISTURE CONDENSATION Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder 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 recorder turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry Caution on Replaceable litium battery The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble heat above 100 C or incinerate Replace battery with CR2032 Panasonic Matsushita Electric or Maxell is recommended Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced Dispose of used battery promptly Keep away from children Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire 3 VIDEO Cassettes marked VHS or S VHS can be used with this video recorder However only VHS record ing can be made and played back VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment VIDEO Plus and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation The VIDEO Plus system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation 4 SAFETY FIRST Some Do s And Don ts On Th
33. ll mode Playback Playback is the most basic operation possible with your VCR Audio visual information recorded on a cassette will be played back on your TV screen just like a broadcast programme Q Load a Video Cassette Make sure that the window side of the cassette is facing up and the spine label is facing away from the VCR Insert the cassette as shown in the diagram below don t use too much force If the VCR was turned off before you inserted the cassette the power will come on automatically The counter on the TV screen will reset to read 0 00 00 If the record safety tab on the video cassette has been removed playback begins automatically If the cassette that you inserted does not start playing automatically press the p gt button on the VCR or the Remote Control Ifthe tape reaches its end during playback the VCR stops playback rewinds the tape and ejects the cassette then enters the standby mode automatically e Stop amp Eject STOP Press the button on the or the Bl button on the Remote Control once to stop playback EJECT Press the button on the VCR a second time or the button on the Remote Control to eject the cassette from the VCR The cassette will take about 6 seconds to appear once the button has been pressed BASIC FEATURES 25 Rewind and Fast Forward REWIND Press the lt button on the or on the
34. mal Screen Press MENU twice O Engage Timer Mode You must now put the VCR into Timer Mode by pressing otherwise no recording will take place The timer indicator and standby record indicator light on the display panel To disengage the Timer Mode press again If a cassette has not loaded when the VCR enters the Timer Mode the timer indicator blinks on the display panel Intelligent LP Recording When you set the tape speed to IP the VCR 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 recording a programme of 210 minutes in length onto a 180 minute tape Approximately 150 minutes Approximately 60 minutes SP mode LP mode Total 210 minutes NOTES Ifyou have programmed the VCR to timer record 2 or more programmes do not use this function but change the tape speed manually during timer programming There may be some noise and sound disturbance where the tape speed switches from SP to LP mode on the tape This function is not available during ITR Instant Timer Recording and will not work properly with any tapes longer than E 180 or with some tapes of shorter lengths BASIC FEATURES 35 Notes on Timer Recording Ifthere is a conflict in the timer schedule and one programme overlaps with another the programme starting earlier will be recorded If the start times are the sa
35. me the programme made most recently will be recorded Ifyou wish to stop timer recording which has already started press 9 1 After timer recording is completed the VCR enters the standby mode automatically Ifthe tape reaches its end during timer recordings the VCR stops recording rewinds the tape and ejects the cassette then enters the standby mode automatically Youcan programme the timer recording while a regular recording is in progress the menu screens will not be recorded Check Cancel amp Change Programmes Press to disengage the timer mode REC GO TO THE PROGRAMME LIST Press MENU Select the icon REC using the lt and gt buttons and press CANCEL A PROGRAMME Press AV to select the programme you want to da ARD 1 13 00 14 LP pler delete Press lt to cancel CEEEEPIENSTIPUPPUPTEN RE 35 EPC i programme CHANGE A PROGRAMME Press A V to select the programme you want to change then press OK Press 1 gt to select the item you want to change then press the number keys and and V buttons to change the settings RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU twice RETURN TO TIMER MODE If there are still programmes to be recorded press 36 BASIC FEATURES Advanced Features 38 39 Other
36. n onwards as many times as required CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU INITIAL SETTINGS 19 Change Station Name PR SET GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon PR SET using the lt and gt buttons and press The Manual Channel Set screen of the channel position currently received appears GET TO THE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU 2 TIME SYS ACMS DATE am SELECT POSITION Press the and y E V buttons on the Remote Control to 00 co2 00 select the preset position then press SELECT CHARACTER Press gt to select STATION setting and press Press gt until the first letter of the station name begins blinking ENTER NEW CHARACTER Press the A and V buttons to cycle through the characters A Z 0 9 period _ space and stop when the desired character is indicated then press gt to enter Enter the remaining characters the same way UA EN maximum of 5 After entering all characters press OK Ifyou make a mistake press lt until the incorrect character begins blinking Then enter the correct character by pressing the A and V buttons AV p CHECK SETTING Press MENU The Confirmation screen appears CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU Delete a Channel PR SET GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon PR SET us
37. on on the Remote Control to enter the standby mode Press and hold PR or on the VCR for more than 3 seconds INITIAL SETTINGS 15 e Set Video Channel IF YOU ARE USING BOTH THE RF CABLE AND 21 PiN SCART CABLE FOR CONNECTION Press PR or to set the Video Channel to OFF IF YOU ARE USING ONLY THE RF CABLE FOR CONNECTION Press PR or to set the Video Channel to vacant position between 22 and 68 which is not occupied by any station in your area refer to station list on page 22 o Exit Video Channel Set Mode Press 9 To view pictures from your you must now set your TV to either the Video Channel or to AV mode depending upon your choice above 16 INITIAL SETTINGS BEFORE YOU START The Remote Control must have batteries inserted The TV set must be turned on Tune the TV to your Video Channel or to its AV mode VIDEO Plus AV Clock Set Setting the Clock GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon TIME DATE using the lt and gt buttons and TIME DATE SET TIME AND DATE Press the and V buttons to display the desired setting and press gt OR Press the appropriate number keys for each setting Input o before any single number entries START CLOCK OPERATION Press MENU INITIAL SETTINGS 17 Tuner Set The VCR needs to find iden
38. ove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug connect as follows Blue wire to terminal coded N Neutral or coloured Black Brown wire to terminal coded L Live or coloured Red If in doubt consult a competent electrician 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 Dangerous voltage inside Refer internal servicing 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 The STANDBY ON button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit but switches operating current on and shows electrical power standby and shows Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP Long Play mode cannot be played back on a single speed video recorder SAFETY FIRST When the equipment is instal
39. ppropriate colour system is selected automatically depending on the playback or recording signals If AUTO does not work correctly set the following mode manually PAL To record PAL signals or playback a PAL MESECAM record SECAM signals or play back a MESECAM tape RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU 44 ADVANCED FEATURES 16 9 Compatibility You can select the aspect ratio of your TV GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon 16 9 4 3 using the lt and buttons and press OK SELECT MODE Press A V to select the appropriate mode and press or AUTO Normally select this You can play back the 16 9 and 4 3 screen programme as they are 16 9 You can play back the programme with the 16 9 screen format 4 3 You can play back the programme with the 4 3 screen format NOTE Set your TV to its AV mode if the picture is cut off on the TV screen when you play back the programme with the 16 9 screen format RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU Child Lock You can disable the VCR s operations While the VCR is turned on press amp on the Remote Control SAFE appears on the TV screen To release the child lock press amp until the OFF blinks on the display panel If any buttons on the VCR are pressed while the child lock function is activated SAFE appears on the TV screen and blinks on the display panel NOTES When the child lock function is in use the VCR s operations are possi
40. ss MENU INITIAL SETTINGS 21 Fine Tuning Stored Channels GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU Select the icon PR SET using the lt and buttons and press OK The Manual Channel Set screen of the channel position currently received appears GET TO THE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU cos mm CHANNEL CABLE AV R AV lt a gt OK i SELECT ITEM Press the and V buttons on the Remote Control to select the channel that you wish to fine tune then press OK FINE TUNING Press gt to select setting Press the and V buttons to fine tune the channel SAVE NEW DETAILS Press MENU to save the details you have just entered The Confirmation Screen will appear again CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press MENU o TV Station ID Guide STATION NAME ID 3SAT 3SAT N TV N TV SFB SFB ANT ANTENA NDR3 NDR3 SPORT SPORT ARD ARD NED1 NED1 SR6 SR6 ARTE ARTE NED2 NED2 SVT SVT B1 BERLIN1 NED3 NED3 SVT1 SVT1 BBC1 BBC1 NET2 Network 2 Ireland SVT2 SVT2 2 2 NELON NICKELODEON SVT4 SVT4 Sweden BR3 BAYERN3 NRK NRK SWF3 SWF3 BRTN BRTN TV1 Belgium ORB3 ORB3 21 2 CANAL CANAL PLUS ORF1 ORF1 TELES TELES CAN5 CANALE5 ORF2 ORF2 TELEMONTECARLO DR1 DR1 PREM PREMIERE TNT TNT INT DR2 DR2 PRO7 PRO7 TRT INT DSF DSF RAI1 RAI1 TSI TSI EURO EURONEWS RAI2 RAI2 TSR TSR FILMN FILM RAI3 RAI3 BRTN TV4 FR2 France2
41. tify and memorise all available stations in your area in order to record programmes correctly Once done pressing the or V buttons enables you to jump to the available channels without going via any vacant channels This channel search can be done either automatically or manually You should only need to perform either of the following procedures if Plug amp Play Setup has failed to identify and record available channels or you have moved to a new area Auto Channel Setup ACMS GET TO THE MAIN MENU Press MENU PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL SET Select the icon ACMS using the lt and buttons and press OK twice T k During Auto Channel Set the indica i DATE tor on the TV screen moves from left to right When Auto Channel Set is completed the Confirmation screen appears CONFIRMATION SCREEN Once Auto Channel Set has completed its search the confirmation screen will appear showing the details Preset Number Channel Number Fine Tuning Condition and Station of the TV stations that the process has found To view the next channel press the and buttons to move the highlight bar to the required channel C03 00 PRO1 002 00 02 MOVE RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU POOR RECEPTION The VCR memorises all stations found regardless of their quality If a station s quality is poor you can del
42. tter to give you a better quality picture than the other to delete those stations which have a poor picture gt Delete A Channel on page 19 MANUAL STATION SETTING If any of the above problems occur refer to page 19 to input station names Change Station Name You can also change station preset positions lt pg 20 Change Station Preset Position IF YOU HAVE ANY DIFFICULTY WITH THE ABOVE PROCEDURES CALL THE JVC CUSTOMER SERVICE HOT LINE ON 0870 330 5000 12 PLUG amp PLAY SETUP Initial Settings Video Channel Set 14 Clock Set 16 Tuner o nina 17 INITIAL SETTINGS BEFORE YOU START The power cord must be plugged in and connected to the VCR The VCR must be turned on The Remote Control must have batteries inserted The TV set must be turned on Video Channel Set The VCR can send picture signals to the TV set in one of two ways RF ordinary cable included with this VCR and AV via a 21 pin SCART cable available from TV and Hi Fi dealers Depending upon which method you use the VCR must have the correct method set up in order to work The Video Channel is originally set to channel 52 but if for any reason this fails to happen the instructions below describe how to set the Video Channel manually Set channel TV Select the vacant position 52 on you TV e Access Video Channel Set Mode Press butt
43. y the RF cable and the on screen display appearing on UHF channel 52 looks distorted Refer to the Remote perform Video Channel Set on page 14 Control diagram on pages 6 7 VCR is automatically setting up the tuner channels This only happens the first time that you Unless indicated plug the main power cord into the main outlet otherwise use the buttons on the Remote When Plug amp Play is completed the Confirmation Control screen appears 01 C03 00 PRO1 02 540 511 02 DELETE 4 PLUG amp PLAY SETUP 11 Check the Results Make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the VCR s memory by using the A and V buttons If station names ID t pg 21 have also been stored in the VCR s memory the station name will be displayed on the TV screen Finish Off RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU The Tuner Set is completed IMPORTANT RE RUNNING SETUP Plug amp Play Setup may not behave as described if it has already been run on the VCR This is because some of the information gathered on the first Plug amp Play Setup is retained in memory and that part of the process may be skipped by the VCR DUPLICATE STATIONS You may be able to receive the same station from two different transmitters in which case Plug amp Play Setup will detect and store both It is normal for one transmi
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