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JVC HR-S4600U User's Manual

1. CONNECT CABLE BOX TO VCR The connection method depends on the type of cable box you have If your cable box has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors connect them to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors on your VCR Set the VCR to channel L 1 for the rear AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors or channel F 1 for the front AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors to use the cable box If your cable box doesn t have AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors connect the antenna output connector on the cable box to the ANTENNA IN connector on the rear of your VCR Set the VCR tuner to the same channel as the cable box RF output see page 17 also NOTE When connecting your cable box refer to its instruction manual CONNECT CONTROLLER TO VCR Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR 4 About Your Cable Box This VCR has two separate methods to control your Cable Box e The VCR s Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your Cable Box This eliminates the need for a separate Cable Box Remote Control Unit The VCR s Controller can also control your Cable Box This allows the VCR to change your Cable Box s channel number during timer recording Each method must be set up separately To set up the VCR s Remote Control unit refer to page 55 To set up the Controller go to page 17 SS ew 17 Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV Set Cable Box Output wan Channel amp Cable Box Brand TURN ON CABLE
2. NOTE An index code is not placed on the tape when recording is paused and then resumed ACTIVATE VARIABLE SPEED To increase the speed in the forward direction press SKIP OVER UNWANTED ACCESS DISTANT CODE EN 2O High Speed Search ACTIVATE HIGH SPEED SEARCH During playback or still turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward high speed search or to the left for reverse high speed search By releasing SHUTTLE ring still picture playback is selected During playback or still press FF for forward high speed search or REW for reverse high speed search e The search speed is 7 times normal playback speed with SP recordings and 21 times normal with EP recordings To resume normal playback press PLAY NOTE For short searches during playback or still press and hold FF or REW When released normal playback resumes Manual Tracking Once playback begins the VCR s automatic tracking function is engaged If tracking noise appears in the picture you can override this and make the adjustment manually ENGAGE MANUAL TRACKING MODE During playback press the CHA and W buttons on the VCR s front panel simultaneously to cancel the automatic tracking mode and enable manual tracking adjust ADJUST MANUAL TRACKING Press CH A or W on the VCR s front panel or remote Press briefly for fine adjust or press and hold for coarse adjust Watch the screen and continue adjusting until
3. Refer to camcorder s instruction manual NOTES f you use an auxiliary input to connect a cable box or DBS receiver make sure that the correct AUX INPUT mode VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected after you have finished editing steps 4 6 on pg 48 and 49 If you are not using a JVC Master Edit Control equipped camcorder go to step 9 NOTE When you select EDIT to dub tapes be sure to select AUTO or NORM when VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to OFF after you finish dubbing the tapes OO en Edit To Or From Another VCR AUDIO OUT Player Your VCR S VIDEO OUT I I Audio Video cabl S Video cable t fsapplied cable supplied S VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Another VCR Recorder VIDEO IN Advantages Of S VHS Editing S VHS allows you to make high resolution video recordings when dubbing from one VCR to another You can edit from VHS to S VHS from S VHS to VHS or from S VHS to S VHS e From VHS to S VHS VIDEO VIDEO connection Record VHS playback signals in the S VHS mode Although the picture quality is inherently limited by the original VHS source material the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS to VHS editing e From S VHS to VHS VIDEO VIDEO connection Because the picture quality of the source material is very high the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS to VHS editing e From S VHS to S
4. The cassette is automatically ejected and and on the front display panel won t stop blinking blinks for 10 seconds and the timer mode is disengaged The cassette is automatically ejected the power shuts off and and won t stop blinking Cable channels are not automatically switched during timer recording Satellite channels are not automati cally switched during timer recording Timer recording begins as sched uled but the channel is always incorrect 10 We moved and now VCR Plus doesn t work properly 11 PROGRAM FULL is displayed on the screen e The clock and or the timer have been set incorrectly e The timer is not engaged The VCR has not been set up properly e Timer recording is in progress e The timer is engaged but there s no cassette loaded e The loaded cassette has had its record safety tab removed TIMER has been pressed when there are no programs in memory or the timer record program information has not been programmed correctly e The end of tape was reached during timer recording e The Controller is not properly connected to the VCR e The output channel selected in the Cable Box Set screen is incorrect e The cable box s power is off e The Controller is not properly connected to the VCR e The output channel selected in the DBS Receiver Set screen is incorrect e The VCR is not set correctly to control the DBS Receiver e The
5. VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER HR S4600U HR S3600U cols 00 00 ng The VCR illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are of HR S4600U MUM able Box ontrol Easy Taping MOVIE ADVANCE Super VHS ET For Customer Use Enter below the Model No and Serial No which are located on the rear of cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No LPT0190 001A 2 EN Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new VCR CAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL CAUTION The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
6. pg 10 D REC LINK Button pg 47 MENU Button F pg 10 D S VHS ET Button pg 36 OK Button lt pg 10 Front Display Panel lt pg 64 0 Cassette Loading Slot Remote Control Sensor PLAY Button lt pg 22 D PAUSE Button pg 24 JOG Dial lt pg 24 D Record REC Button pg 23 SHUTTLE Ring pg 22 D SP EP Button F pg 23 VIDEO AUDIO Input Connectors cF pg 48 D TV VCR Button pg 34 Channel CH AW Button F pg 23 D STOP EJECT Button pg 22 64 en REAR VIEW Power Cord pg 6 CABLE BOX Controller Connector F pg 16 19 VIDEO AUDIO Input Connectors pg 50 0 VIDEO AUDIO Output Connectors pg 50 ANTENNA IN Connector pg 6 O S VIDEO Input Connector pg 50 S VIDEO Output Connector t pg 50 FRONT DISPLAY PANEL A d Symbolic Mode Indicators STILL SLOW RECORD RECORD PAUSE Ei PLAY FF REW VARIABLE SHUTTLE SEARCH oe HR S4600U only INDEX cont ANTENNA 1if _ Tv OUT REMOTE AV PAUSE COMPULINK REMOTE PAUSE AV COMPULINK Connector REMOTE PAUSE Connector t pg 48 AV COMPU LINK Connector pg 31 Channel 3 4 Switch pg 6 TV OUT Connector c pg 6 Tape Speed Indicators pg 23 Timer Mode Indicator pg 39 43 O Tape Remaining Time Indicator lt pg 34 Child Lock Indicator pg 57 O
7. 62 en List Of Terms INDEX This guide serves as a quick way to locate frequently used terms and on screen display names A PAG SO aaa apaa a TE E csvset NA ag pan E ada 57 Active Video Calibration xcciccicnacsenasennasdonasaesearwonaratwaesseds 32 Add CMNT ern ia a agi a aa Ga aa a pa soe ANA Ka Aa a 15 Audio Monitor ese eeea aee e eaaa eaaa nana a nenen eaaa 27 Audio MUONS xcs saanane a paja Gia aia ak 51 Auto Channel Setting 5 c sesesseesercsssaresrensaasnaseeeesotaedeaiess 14 Auto Daylieht Savine WIC asarsaran agabug nga a ENE ban 12 AUO SP EP THINGY aaa aaa aa nandangi a aa aaa aaa E 45 PAO TNO anawa sawa bara bawi sanak naa aga aa gan dana aa EE ake wanan 45 Automate WAC Ie sasana asian a agen aa aaa ga daa a ga nagka ign 25 AONO ska sata aia en Dia ana aja aaa aaa a NG Ga akan 50 AV Compu Link Playback cat casnncvnstonacndepsemrostetaetaneseaies 31 AV CONDECION aaa gan aa aaa ka aa aia aa a ilan aka ga tant 6 B KANDA ot aana ga a aa in a aa a aana Ia a PA Na BEN Tan Ka ANG 14 c Cable BOX saiki ag b a a nnne ING NIP EA EA BE 16 Cable BOX Brand Setting s sas wawesan anaa aga naa a anapun dian 18 Cable Box Controller oeeesenan awanane ana aana na nan enenenee eee 16 CATING Ol FF FOS TA aana ches aici erie aaa LAA aa ai aa pawai en baia ii 44 Cassette Adaptat saksana abasa ran an ang ged AES 22 Check Progra eaaa uan aana aaa kadaag aaa jin aa an yaaa aan ani 44 CRUG TG JG sanane Wan ga a aa aaa ag ct Ga ae aana aa
8. If this product is found to be defective JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period All products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in home basis WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale For your nearest JVC authorized service center please call toll free 800 252 5722 If service is not available locally box the product carefully preferably in the original carton and ship insured with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll free number If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product please contact our Customer Relations Department WHAT IS NOT COVERED This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover 1 Products which have been subject to abuse accident alteration modification tampering negligence misuse faulty installation lack of reasonable care or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service fac
9. The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the DBS Receiver s channels during timer recording NOTES The VCR can automatically change the DBS Receiver channels using the controller when the VCR has been programmed using Express Timer Programming pg 42 Because satellite programming does not use PlusCode the Controller can not change the DBS Receiver channels during VCR Plus Timer Recording fa cable box is also used it is recommended that you connect the DBS receiver to your VCR s A V inputs and the cable box to your VCR s antenna input Situate And Connect Controller SITUATE CONTROLLER Place the Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the DBS receiver s remote sensor is unobstructed ATTACH CONTROLLER Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strips 2 CONNECT DBS RECEIVER TO VCR The connection method depends on the type of DBS receiver you have If your DBS receiver has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors connect them to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors on your VCR Set the VCR to channel L 1 for the rear AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors or channel F 1 for the front AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors to use the DBS receiver If your DBS receiver doesn t have AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors connect the antenna output connector on the DBS receiver to the ANTENNA IN connector on the rear of your VCR Set the VCR s tuner to the same channel as
10. or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b ENABLE AV COMPU LINK PLAYBACK Press CHA v or SHUTTLE FUNCTION PLUS AV to move the gt VIDEO CALIBRATION ON highlight bar arrow to aoma S jan AV COMPU LINK then SUPERIMPOSE ON press OK or SHUTTLE AUTO SP EP TIMER OFF PLUS to set to ON VIDEO STABILIZER OFF gt gt sissSNEXT PAGE Nn n SELECT WITH 4 AND OK e FRONT AUX INPUT PRESS MENU TO END appears only with HR S4600U PREVIOUS PAGE 2ND AUDIO RECORD OFF AUDIO MONITOR HI FI S VHS MODE ON gt AV GOMPU LINK ON FRONT AUX INPUT VIDEO REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO SELECT WITH 4 AND OK PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU PERFORM AV COMPU LINK PLAYBACK Simply insert a cassette and press PLAY if the cassette s record safety tab has been removed playback begins automatically Linked components are turned on and the TV set to its AV mode automatically NOTE Connection varies depending on the type of JVC TV you have Please refer to the TV s instruction manual when making this connection 32 EN AYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont Active Video Calibration checks the condition of the tape during recording and playback and compensates for poor reproduc Ac tive Vi d eo tion to provide the best quality recording and playback pictures The default setting is ON Calibration
11. out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 5 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards 6 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 7 Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat SERVICING 1 Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 2 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of oth
12. pg 6 Then If you use a cable box Plug amp Play will not function set connect the VCR s power plug to an AC outlet Do not the clock and tuner channels manually pg 11 15 power on the VCR The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically NOTES Auto clock set is performed first The auto clock set function scans all the channels received by your VCR to find the Host Channel and then sets the clock Auto blinks on the front display panel during Auto clock set Auto channel set is performed next The auto channel set function scans all the channels that are receivable by your VCR It then automatically assigns each receivable channels to the CHA buttons It skips non receivable channels During auto channel set the channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set IMPORTANT e When Plug amp Play has been completed successfully the e Don t press any buttons on the VCR or remote while Plug correct time is displayed amp Play is in progress fan incorrect time or appears on the display e If you perform Plug amp Play successfully there s no need to panel see What To Do If Plug amp Play Has Failed on perform the Clock F pg 11 and Tuner pg 14 next page procedures If however you want to add or delete channels refer to Add Or Delete A Channel on page 15 During Initial Auto Clock Set During Auto Channel Set Plug amp Play Completed Aut
13. 48 and 49 LOCATE END POINT Load the recording cassette into your VCR and play it back to determine the edit out point the end of the segment to be replaced using the JOG SHUTTLE controls or SHUTTLE PLUS lt b and PAUSE RESET THE COUNTER Press C RESET to change the counter display to 0 00 00 LOCATE START POINT Determine the edit in point the beginning of the segment to be replaced using the JOG SHUTTLE controls or SHUTTLE PLUS lt b and PAUSE e Be sure to engage the Still mode at the edit in point ST eee EN OD ENGAGE INSERT EDITING Press INSERT Your VCR enters the Insert Pause mode 1 T e The TV screen changes from the still picture to the input source you are going to record START EDITING Load the source cassette and play back the segment that is to be inserted When you reach the start of the section of the source tape that you wish to insert press PLAY to start the tape in your VCR Insert Editing begins at this point e 5 and 3 are displayed on the front display panel END INSERT EDITING 8 At counter 0 00 00 Insert Editing will stop automati cally and both tapes will continue running in the Play mode If you wish to stop Insert Editing before the specified edit out point press C RESET I FOR AV INSERT EDITING If you want to replace the picture Hi Fi audio soundtrack and normal audio soundtrack all at the same time In step 6 above after
14. 5 16 17 24 25 13 14 5 15 16 17 21 24 25 5 16 24 1 4 16 GE 16 17 25 3 9 22 3 9 22 DBS Receiver Control Suggested Location Place the DBS Direct Broadcast Satellite receiver on top of the VCR Attach the VCR s Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller s transmitter pointed towards the DBS receiver s remote sensor ATTENTION The Controller can also control a cable box If both a DBS receiver and a cable box are used position the controller so its signal reaches the remote control sensors of both the DBS receiver and cable box DBS receiver Controller Your VCR suggested locations DBS receiver Controller Transmitter Connected Connected to to VIDEO ANTENNA IN AUDIO IN Your VCR CABLE BOX e a About Your DBS Receiver This VCR has two separate methods to control your DBS Receiver e The VCR s Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your DBS Receiver This eliminates the need for a separate DBS Receiver Remote Control Unit e The VCR s Controller can also control your DBS Receiver This allows the VCR to change your DBS receiver s channel number during timer recording Each method must be set up separately To set up the VCR s Remote Control unit refer to page 56 To set up the Controller go to page 20 en 19 The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a DBS Direct Broadcast Satellite Receiver
15. 5 AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport MOISTURE CONDENSATION Moisture in the air will condense on the VCR when you move it from a cold place to a warm place or under extremely humid conditions just as water droplets form on the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid Moisture condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the tape In conditions where condensa tion may occur keep the VCR s power turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry before inserting a tape ABOUT HEAD CLEANING Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or inter rupted Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur VCR Plus C and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation The VCR Plus system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation DSS is an official trademark of DIRECTV Inc a unit of GM Hughes Electronics PRIMESTAR is a registered service mark of Primestar Partners L P DISH Network is a trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation MOVIE ADVANCE is a trademark of SRT Inc A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed in association with Arthur D Little Enter SVHS Genah m Cassettes marked S VHS and VHS can be used with this video cassette recorder However S VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked S VHS By using S VHS ET it is possible to r
16. 6 for WNJU Ind to input the VCR Plus Guide Channel number as shown in the TV listing GUIDE CHANNEL SET YX 4 VCRCH S PSS Then press OK or 1D SHUTTLE PLUS gt l ICA If you receive your PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 channels with a cable OR a Y THEN OK NT box and if you have PRESS MENU TO END properly set your Controller CABLE CH appears in place of VCR CH If not refer to pages 16 18 and re perform the procedure INPUT RECEIVING CHANNEL NUMBER Press CH Aw SHUTTLE Ex If WNJU Ind is PLUS AVY or the received on channel 47 appropriate NUMBER keys GUIDE CHANNEL SET to input the number of the channel on which the GUIDE CH s 674 Guide Channel s nenen 47 broadcasts are received Then press OK or PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 SHUTTLE PLUS gt OR a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END m Fa e Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each instance RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU 4 mn TIMER RECORDING cont You can directly program the VCR s timer to record up to 8 shows as far as a year in advance Remember the clock must be Express Timer ieee kad LOAD A CASSETTE Programming Make sure the record safety tab is intact If not cover the hole with adhesive tape then load it into the VCR e The VCR comes on and the counter is reset automatically ACCESS VCR PLUS SCREEN Press PROG Turn on the TV and sel
17. BOX Select a channel other than channel 9 on your cable box TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN Press CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to move the highlight bar arrow to INITIAL SET then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt ACCESS CABLE BOX SET SCREEN Press CHAYW or SHUTTLE INITIAL SET PLUS AV to move the CLOCK SET highlight bar arrow to LANGUAGE ENGLISH CABLE BOX SET then GUIDE CHANNEL SET press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS D DBS RECEIVER SET SELECT WITH a v AND OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT CABLE BOX OUTPUT CABLE BOX SET CHANNEL op N Your selection depends on jor how your cable bok is connected to your VCR PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END If your cable box is connected to your VCR using an RF connection press CH A amp W or SHUTTLE PLUS AV until the channel number representing the cable box s output CH2 CH9 appears on the screen If your cable box is connected to your VCR s FRONT AUDIO VIDEO IN connectors press CH A amp W or SHUTTLE PLUS AV until ON F 1 FRONT appears on the screen If your cable box is connected to your VCR s REAR AUDIO VIDEO IN connectors press CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS AV until ON L 1 REAR appears on the screen CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE INITIAL SETTINGS cont ACCESS CABLE BOX BRAND SET SCREEN Press OK ENTER CABLE B
18. DBS receiver s power is off e Even though you don t use an external Cable Box CABLE BOX SET is set to ON e The receivable stations in the new area are received on different channels than those in the previous area e All 8 programs of the VCR s timer memory are used Set the clock and or timer correctly Press TIMER and check to make sure that appears on the front display panel Re perform the set up procedures Make sure you have compensated for Guide Channel and VCR or cable box channel number mismatches lt pg 40 Timer programming can t be performed when timer recording is in progress Wait until it finishes Load a cassette with the record safety tab intact or with the hole covered with adhesive tape Remove the cassette and cover its hole with adhesive tape or replace it with a cassette on which the safety tab is intact Check the programmed data and re program as necessary then press TIMER again The program may not have been recorded in its entirety Next time make sure you have enough time on the tape to record the entire program Connect the Controller correctly F pg 16 After confirming your cable box s output channel number re access the Cable Box Set screen and select the correct number i pg 17 Make sure the power is on before timer recording starts Connect the Controller correctly F pg 19 After confirming your DBS receiver s output channel numb
19. E E bg a A A a BE a 29 SANTIH Super VAS oaser in ga a eaaa AN ae da aaa aaa 35 BE TOE Il naba abadan A Sa bara KAN agi aana naa baa ap nda aan 36 VIGO CONNEGUON sisan agak aaa a ANA Ka anaa dangan aa angah 7 4 Tape Position Indicator s csiccdanczvoussncwbessseactetardsuatsessnetess 28 Tape Speed ING saingan aaa ak ana Jeki aaa Na aaa ag aaa EN 23 Time Zong Seleciona aa Ag naa ganda 13 TUS SOU ac RAP ANGENAN SAN E NANG KN ANANE KANG Ek NAN AT KAN 14 va S Variable Speed Search sasewene eee ee nane anan en ane 25 VCR Plus Timer Programming cccccccccecceeeeeeeeeees 38 VCR Plus Timer Recording cccccccccccccceceeeeeeeeeees 38 Video Stabilizer essesvesesccceslesteaedactbbecanedesSeaudcbvarsechountes es 27 TT En 63 FRONT VIEW HR S4600U JVC CE Od _ A 8 Power On Off Button pg 10 D REC LINK Button pg 47 MENU Button lt pg 10 D S VHS ET Button pg 36 OK Button pg 10 Front Display Panel lt pg 64 0 Cassette Loading Slot Remote Control Sensor PLAY Button lt pg 22 D PAUSE Button F pg 24 JOG Dial F pg 24 D Record REC Button pg 23 SHUTTLE Ring pg 22 D INSERT Button F pg 53 S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO Input pg 48 A DUB Button pg 51 Channel CH Aw Button pg 23 D STOP EJECT Button pg 22 FRONT VIEW HR S3600U JVC Power On Off Button lt
20. Follow the example shown below The cable box s power should go off If it does try other operations step 3 I NK a am IN I e Once you have set the remote control to operate the cable box you don t have to repeat this step until you replace the remote control s batteries OPERATE CABLE BOX First while holding down CABLE DBS press the corresponding button POWER TV CH NUMBER keys a e For some brands of cable box you must press ENTER after having pressed the NUMBER keys e To change the cable box s channel press TV CH or the NUMBER keys The CH button can be used to change the VCR s channel only ARCHER 01 05 17 CABLETENNA 01 17 CABLEVIEW 15 16 1772125 NOTES e CITIZEN 15 16 17 21 25 CURTIS 02 e Depending on the type of cable box there may be cases DIAMOND where some or all functions cannot be operated using the EASTERN remote control GC BRAND 15 16 17 21 25 It s not possible to set the remote control for both your cable GEMINI 15 box and a DBS receiver at the same time You can only set the GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 01 04 06 11 12 15 remote control to operate one of these units at a time HAMLIN 10 16 19 23 JASCO 15 JERROLD 01 04 06 11 12 15 NOVAVISION OAK PANASONIC PULSER 15 16 17 21 25 RCA 13 14 REGAL 10 18 19 23 REGENCY 19 REMBRANDT 01 16 17 SAMSUNG 05 16 24 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SIGMA SL MARX 05 1
21. Hi Fi R d Normal e Mix PREVIOUS PAGE ND AUDIO RECORD OFF FRONT AUX INPUT gt AUDIO MONITOR HEF S VHS MODE N A aia AV COMPU LINK ON 4 FRONT AUXINPUT VIDEO REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO SELECT WITH 4 AND OK PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU 4 NOTES f the tape being played back has no Hi Fi soundtrack the Normal soundtrack will be heard no matter what choice you make in step 3 e f RF connection is used for TV even if Hi Fi audio monitor is selected the sound will be mono and will be reproduced in both loudspeakers Video Stabilizer By activating the Video Stabilizer you can correct vertical vibrations in the picture when playing back unstable EP recordings that were made on another VCR When this function is set to ON vertical vibration will be automatically corrected The default setting is OFF ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar MAIN MENU arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHA or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then INITIAL SET press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS PRESS A w THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACTIVATE VIDEO STABILIZER Move the highlight bar FUNCTION arrow to VIDEO VIDEO CALIBRATION ON STABILIZER by pressing a eae CH Av or SHUTTLE PLUS SUPERIMPOSE ON AV then press OK or AUTO SP gt EP TIMER OFF SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to ON NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH A AND
22. OK PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU NOTES e When you finish viewing the tape be sure to set it back to OFF e Regardless of the setting this function has no effect during recording and during special effects playback e The Superimpose mode indications may jitter vertically when VIDEO STABILIZER is set to ON e To watch recordings with close caption it is necessary to set the Video Stabilizer function to OFF 2 5 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont Instant ReView At the press of a button you can power up your VCR rewind the tape and begin viewing the most recent timer recorded program After ensuring that the Timer mode is disengaged press REVIEW 1 code indicating the start of the last timer recorded program then begins playback automatically You can access a program 2 9 index codes away from the current position on the tape If for example you have 5 programs recorded and you want to watch the third one press REVIEW three times If necessary press REW or FF when play starts to search visually to find the very beginning of the desired program e f the tape is already rewound when REVIEW is pressed it will play the tape from the beginning It will not fast forward to an index code e The Instant Review function will also operate if the VCR s power is on ACTIVATE INSTANT REVIEW e The power comes on and the VCR rewind
23. OR MOISTURE CAUTION This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120V 60Hz only To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards DO NOT use any other power source CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical CAUTION Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user s authority to operate the equipment Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the VCR remote control or video cassette 1 DO NOT place the VCR IN an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity in direct sunlight in a dusty environment iN an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration 2 DO NOT block the VCR s ventilation openings 3 DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or remote control 4 DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the VCR or remote control
24. S VHS Indicator lt pg 35 VCR Mode Indicator F pg 34 Cassette Loaded Mark Channel Display L 1 and F 1 for AUX mode Counter Display lt pg 8 Clock Display t pg 8 SS en 6D REMOTE CONTROL CABLE DBS Button pg 56 TV Button pg 54 TV VCR Button pg 34 misi Instant REVIEW Button c pg 28 so ES ES NUMBER Buttons c pg 23 38 O DBS Button pg 43 CANCEL Button pg 44 Counter C RESET Button F pg 28 STOP Button pg 42 START Button pg 42 D PROG Button pg 38 42 D PROG CHECK Button F pg 44 Rewind REW Button lt pg 22 Record REC Button lt pg 23 i il D STOP Button F pg 22 OTE gt gie i D MENU Button pg 10 Ii D SHUTTLE PLUS AV Button pg 10 1s TV Channel CH Button F pg 54 55 56 D MBR SET Button pg 54 55 56 T A B Code Button pg 57 cz i D POWER On Off Button pg 10 sets D ENTER Button pg 23 a On Screen Display OSD Button pg 29 DISPLAY Button pg 28 eee a DAILY Timer Recording Button pg 39 43 21115 WEEKLY Timer Recording Button pg 39 43 AUX Mode Select Button pg 48 TIMER Button pg 39 43 DATE Button pg 42 JVC Channel CH Button pg 23 42 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT D SKIP SEARCH Button gt pg 25 30 Recording S
25. SPECIFICATIONS AC 120 Vu 60 Hz 22 W SW 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F 20 C to 60 C 4 F to140 F Horizontal only Dimensions W x H x D 400 x 94 x 347 mm 1 5 3 4 x 3 3 4 x 13 11 16 4 2 kg 9 3 Ibs S VHS VHS NTSC standard 210 min with ST 210 video cassette 630 min with ST 210 video cassette NTSC type color signal and EIA monochrome signal 525 lines 60 fields DA 4 Double Azimuth head helical scan system 45 dB 240 lines VHS 400 lines S VHS 70 Hz to 10 000 Hz 20 Hz to 20 000 Hz RCA connectors IN x 2 OUT x 1 S Video connectors HR S4600U IN x 2 OUT x 1 HR S3600U IN x 1 OUT x 1 Frequency synthesized tuner Channels 2 13 Channels 14 69 113 Channels Channel 3 or 4 switchable preset to Channel 3 when shipped 75 ohms unbalanced TIMER Clock reference Program capacity Memory backup time ACCESSORIES Provided accessories Quartz 1 year programmable timer 8 programs Approx 10 min RF cable F type Infrared remote control unit AA battery x 2 Audio Video Cable S Video cable 4 pin Controller Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise specified E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice FOR SERVICING Only in U S A EN6 HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE 1 800 252 5722 Dear customer http w
26. VCR Plus U S oF or Express Timer programming up to 8 shows as far as a year in advance 7 pg 38 or 42 6 The VCR Plus timer programming system eliminates the need l IM r to input channel date start and stop time data when setting the timer record function Simply key in the PlusCode number for the TV program you wish to record and the VCR s timer will be g9 ka automatically programmed The PlusCode programming rog ra Im IM Nn numbers are the numbers next to the program in most TV listing LOAD A CASSETTE Make sure the record safety tab is present Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode e The VCR s power comes on automatically ACCESS VCR PLUS SCREEN Press PROG on the remote control NGR PLUS e The clock must be set in order to access the VCR S Plus screen If you PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 haven t set the clock the PRESS TO SET Main Menu screen EXPRESS PROGRAMMING appears after an error PRESS PROG TO END message is displayed Refer to page 8 for the Plug amp Play procedure or page 11 for the clock setting procedure ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER Press the appropriate NUMBER keys to enter the VCR PLUS PlusCode number printed in the TV listings for the TV aS If the VCR Plus program screen appears go to step 5 poo program you wish to C1 record and press OK If the Guide Channel Set PRESS ar aD screen appear
27. be a Host PBS signal available in your area Ensure that the antenna cable is connected correctly Then power on and power off the VCR the Plug amp Play function will be automatically reactivated and Auto will be displayed on the VCR s front panel If Plug amp Play is not performed but the antenna cable is connected correctly perform the Manual Clock Set procedure pg 13 Auto channel set has not yet taken place so please also perform the Set Receivable Channels procedure t pg 14 1Oe INITIAL SETTINGS cont This VCR offers you the choice to view on screen messages in English Spanish or French not including messages superimposed La Nn U a on the TV picture Select the desired language using this procedure The default setting is ENGLISH 1 TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN At the Main Menu screen MAIN MENU move the highlight bar arrow to INITIAL SET a by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT LANGUAGE Move the highlight bar INITIAL SET arrow to LANGUAGE by pressing CH AY or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then GUIDE CHANNEL SET press OK or SHUTTLE CABLE BOX SET PLUS gt to select the DBS RECEIVER SET desired language SELECT WITH A w AND OK PRESS M
28. of each major section BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR please read the sections literature listed below e Cautions on page 2 e Important Products Safety Instructions on the previous pages CT NSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR 6 Connections PE EES E E EU NA T E MER O Basic Connections eaaa aaa eaaa aaa aane aana eaaa eaaa ene 6 SA alap ip ao a AA E KA RN RE A NE 7 NITIAL SETTINGS 8 Plug amp Play 6606606060606606666066066666066066666606660666660606666066660666066060 60 8 Language 60660606060606606666606606606606606606606606666666066066666606660666066060 60 10 CIOCK aga NE a BE NE Ng PAE NE a NA E KEPARENG 6 Vet SITEN sasa aa taa Ban na E aana dang aj aaa aa 11 NGISA aana aaa aaa ag Da a a aa Gaga apan aa ai a ga E an i 12 IVA MUNG sa saa aan aa ana aa ag a a BA ES 13 WONG ga A E NA 14 Set Receivable Channels see e eee nenen eaaa nean 14 Add Or Delete A Channel eses ccc cecceeccseceecesseeeees 15 Cable Box Control cccccsccccccccccccccccccccccces T Situate And Connect Controller_ cece eaaa 16 Set Cable Box Output Channel amp Cable Box Prani eee mene tan ia a EE 17 DBS Receiver Control 660000000000000000000000000000 1D Situate And Connect Controller oo eeeeeee enone 19 Set DBS Receiver Output Channel amp DBS Receiver Brand socssaceosssconteanssateatcotoraotanencuances 20 IMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING 22 Simple Playback 0800 008 HOH OHOHHHHHHOHHHHHHHH
29. optimum picture and sound quality are achieved RE ENGAGE AUTOMATIC TRACKING Press the CHA and buttons on the VCR s front panel simultaneously 3 e When automatic tracking is re engaged Video Calibration is automatically activated NOTES To obtain a noiseless still picture it may be necessary to adjust tracking in slow playback and then engage Pause e Manual tracking is possible during hands free slow motion During hands free slow motion playback simply press CH A or on the VCR s front panel or remote to adjust tracking 26 en AYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont Picture Control 4 This feature helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference The default setting is AUTO ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHA vY or SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT PICTURE CONTROL SET MODE Move the highlight bar arrow to PICTURE VIDEO CALIBRATION ON CONTROL by pressing fee elu aan CH Aw or SHUTTLE SUPERIMPOSE ON PLUS Av then press OK AUTO SP EP TIMER OFF or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to VIDEO STABILIZER OFF NEXT PAGE select the desired mode SELECT WITH 4 AND OK AUTO Normally select PRESS MENU TO END AUTO It automatically adjusts the picture quality When VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to OFF C
30. pg 32 you can only select NORM instead of AUTO EDIT Select when you dub tapes SOFT Select when you want to soften the picture SHARP Select when you want to sharpen the picture NOTE e When you select EDIT SHARP or SOFT the selected mode will not change until you select again e When you select EDIT to dub tapes be sure to select AUTO or NORM when VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to OFF after you finish dubbing the tapes RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU NOTE Select EDIT when you are dubbing tapes Refer to page 50 SS en 27 Select The Soundtrack Your VCR can record two soundtracks simultaneously Normal and Hi Fi and play back the selected one or both together Or when viewing a pre recorded tape that contains two separate Hi Fi audio programs you can choose to listen to either one by selecting either Hi Fi L or Hi Fi R in step 3 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT AUDIO MONITOR SET MODE Move the highlight bar FUNCTION arrow to AUDIO VIDEO CALIBRATION ON f PICTURE CONTROL AUTO MONITOR by pressing AUTOTIMER OFF Ay then press OK or AUTO SP gt EP TIMER OFF SHUTTLE PLUS gt to select VIDEO STABILIZER OFF he desired mode NEXT E AGE the desir SELECT WITH 4 AND OK a Hi Fi PRESS MENU TO END b Hi Fi L c
31. press STOP PLUG IN POWER CORD Plug back in to the AC outlet TURN VCR POWER ON Press POWER on the remote The VCR will now respond only to B code commands To set the VCR back to respond to A code signals repeat the same procedure as shown above except pressing NUMBER key e Child Lock 1 instead of 2 in step 2 You can control two VCRs with the same remote control by This feature allows you to prevent the operation of the VCR switching the remote s code between A and B step 2 pressing 1 for A code commands and 2 for B code Press POWER Ex To set remote control B code 1 MBRSET ee agan aaa ENGAGE CHILD LOCK gt gt o gt Release Press and hold POWER on the remote control until the Child Lock indicator appears on the front display panel ae Press in succession SESE own 2 e Power turns OFF and the VCR cannot be turned on from the POWER button on the front panel e To cancel Child Lock press and hold POWER on the remote until the VCR turns on During timer record ing pressing TIMER also cancels Child Lock NOTES e When Child Lock is engaged make sure to keep the remote control out of the reach of children e Timer recording of programs that were previously set can be performed while the Child Lock is engaged The feature remains in effect after the recording is finished OS en Before requesting service for a problem use this char
32. reversion TURN ON THE VCR Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV Press POWER mode 1 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU 2 ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press CHAY or SHUTTLE MAIN MENU PLUS AV to move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET then Meee press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS PRESS 4 THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT VIDEO CALIBRATION MODE Press CH AVY or SHUTTLE PE ah A VIDEO SAIGON ON hi highlight bar arrow to PICTURE CONTROL AUTO VIDEO CALIBRATION AUTO TIMER then press OK or SHUTTLE Sue oe ine ON PU GANG Oor VIDEO STABILIZER OFF OFF NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH A w AND OK PRESS MENU TO END NOTE When recording or when playing back tapes recorded on this VCR set the Video Calibration to ON RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 5 Press MENU SS EN OD EE n l 1 Playback The VCR assesses the quality of the tape once you start playback Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 22 Simple Playback before continuing START PLAYBACK Press PLAY e The VCR adjusts the playback picture quality KL ee based on the quality of VIDEO CALIBRATION the tape in use Pr Ss NOTES e When using rental tapes or tapes recorded on other VCRs set VIDEO CALIBRATION in step 4 of the Preparation proce dure to either ON or OFF as desired to give the best p
33. the DBS receiver s RF output See page 20 also NOTE When connecting your DBS receiver refer to its instruction manual CONNECT CONTROLLER TO VCR Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR 20 en INITIAL SETTINGS cont Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV Set DBS Receiver Output dik Channel amp DBS Receiver Brand TURN ON DBS RECEIVER Select a channel other than channel 55 100 or 205 on your DBS receiver TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER e Set the VCR to the channel 3 or 4 or F 1 or L 1 on which the signals from the DBS receiver are received ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN Press CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to move the highlight bar arrow to INITIAL SET then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt ACCESS DBS RECEIVER SET SCREEN Press CHA w or SHUTTLE INITIAL SET PLUS AV to move the Spee Tene ae aa ai k LANGUAGE ENGLISH then GUIDE CHANNEL SET press OK or SHUTTLE CABLE BOX SET PLUS D SELECT WITH A w AND OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT CHANNEL Your selection depends on DBS RECEIVER SET how your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR If your DBS receiver is gi connected to your VCR using an RF connection press CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS Av until the channel number representing the DBS receiver s output CH3 CH4 appears on the screen If your DBS
34. the TV which will display the audio and video signals from the VCR The VCR s CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the VCR sets the VCR channel to CH3 or CH4 e The CH3 CH4 switch is preset to the CH3 position Set to CH4 if CH3 is used for broadcasting in your area and set the channel on the TV to correspond to the VCR s CH3 CH4 switch setting f you have connected the VCR to the TV using the RF connector you may need to press CH UP and then CH DOWN on the TV when switching between the TV and VCR input modes to maintain good picture quality Even if you are using AV cables to connect your VCR to your TV you must also connect it using the RF cable This will ensure that you can record one show while watching another pg 34 For full identification of the VCR s rear panel refer to the Index REAR VIEW pg 64 1 2 INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR Basic Connections CHECK CONTENTS Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in SPECIFICATIONS cF pg 66 SITUATE VCR Place the VCR on a stable horizontal surface CONNECT VCR TO TV The connection method you use depends on the type of TV you have RF Connection e To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals a Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV b Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN jack on the rear of the VCR c Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV OUT jack on the rear of the VCR and the TVS ant
35. then select EDIT NOTE When you select EDIT to dub tapes be sure to select AUTO or NORM when VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to OFF after you finish dubbing the tapes START PLAYER Set to its play mode NOTE If the player is equipped with a superimpose OSD disable feature then set SUPERIMPOSE to OFF before pressing PLAY pg 29 START RECORDER Set to its record mode NOTE If you use an auxiliary input to connect a cable box or DBS receiver make sure that the correct AUX INPUT mode VIDEO or S VIDEO is selected after you have finished editing steps 4 6 on pg 48 and 49 Audio Dubbing HR S4600U Only Audio cable Audio component CD player etc NOTES e When monitoring the sound during Audio Dubbing the normal soundtrack is automatically selected If you wish to hear the Hi Fi or mixed sound Hi Fi Normal soundtracks refer to the Select The Soundtrack section pg 27 and select the soundtrack you wish to hear e Audio dubbing stops automatically when the counter reaches 0 00 00 and the VCR enters the Play mode Check the counter reading before dubbing Audio dubbing is also possible using the rear AUDIO IN connectors e Audio dubbing cannot be performed on a cassette that has had its record safety tab removed e When playing back an audio dubbed tape refer to the Select The Soundtrack section pg 27 to selec
36. to the beginning of the next preview and normal playback will resume when it is detected Each press of SKIP SEARCH fast motions to the beginning of the next preview thereby skipping over one preview each time The tape will forward search a little past the start of the next preview then will reverse search to the beginning of the preview and start playback SS EN 9 1 A yy e Example Your VCR REMOTE PAUSE Audio Video cable OUT AV COMPULINK supplied Mini plug cable VIDEO not supplied IN AV COMPU LINK II VCR ONLY AV COMPU LINK Television AV COMPU LINK Playback Your VCR is compatible with JVC s AV COMPU LINK components including amplifiers or receivers and televisions AV COMPU LINK provides one touch control of the audio and video compo nents that are linked via their AV COMPU LINK connectors For example simply load a cassette in the VCR and press PLAY and the AV COMPU LINK components automatically power on the TV s AV mode is selected and the VCR goes into play mode PLAY need not be pressed if the cassette s record safety tab is removed MAKE CONNECTION Connect your VCR to an AV COMPU LINK component as shown in the illustration in the left column e The mini plug cable is a mono 3 5 mm mini plug to mono 3 5 mm mini plug connector ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press CHA
37. will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 2 Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company If your product is intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 3 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 4 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product EN 3 5 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered e Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface e Do not place the product in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manu
38. will appear perform the manual clock setting procedure on page 13 If you press MENU after the clock has been set the Cable Box Brand Set screen appears different cable box brands it is possible that it will not work PULSER 15 16 17 21 25 with your cable box If your cable box doesn t respond to any code between 1 and 25 you can t use the Controller to change cable box channels In this case make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording Please contact your cable company about the possibility of exchanging your current cable box with one that is compatible with your VCR The VCR can only change the cable box channel through the Controller during timer recording If your cable box is one that can t be operated with a remote control because it has no remote sensor you can t use the Controller to change its channels Make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording e f the VCR s memory backup expires because of a power failure set the cable box output channel and brand again For customers in U S A If you are unable to set the Controller please contact JVC toll free at 1 800 252 5722 RCA REGAL REGENCY REMBRANDT SAMSUNG SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SIGMA SL MARX SPRUCER STARGATE TELEVIEW TOCOM UNIKA UNIVERSAL VIDEOWAY ZENITH 13 14 10 18 19 23
39. you press INSERT press A DUB also JOO p i NOTES e Insert editing is not possible with cassettes whose safety tab has been removed In insert editing the recording speed SP EP is determined by the previous recording to be replaced If the previous recording s speed changes within a single edit the inserted picture will be distorted at the switching point A small portion of the recording which precedes an insert edit may become erased Insert Editing is also possible using the rear connectors When using these connectors be sure to select the correct REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO or S VIDEO To select the correct REAR AUX INPUT follow steps 4 6 from the Edit From A Camcorder section pg 48 and 49 TV BRAND NAME BRAND CODE JVC MAGNAVOX MITSUBISHI PANASONIC RCA SHARP SONY TOSHIBA ZENITH HITACHI SAMSUNG SANYO SEARS AN N 2 SPECIAL FEATURES TV Multi Brand Remote Control The VCR s remote control can control several functions on JVC remote control TVs and on the brands of remote control TVs listed below The default setting is JVC code 01 TURN ON THE TV Turn the power on using the TV s remote control SET TV BRAND CODE Refer to the chart in the left column While holding down TV on the VCR s remote control press MBR SET and enter your TV s brand code using the NUMBER keys then press STOP
40. 2 does not work while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress Auto Clock pg 12 does not work when the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode is engaged e Depending on the type of satellite receiver the VCR may not record a short portion at the beginning of the program or may record slightly longer than the actual length of the program If you engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode when the satellite receiver s power is on the VCR will not start Auto Satellite Prog recording even though the REC LINK button s light blinks When the satellite receiver shuts off once and is turned back on again the VCR starts recording You can also record a program from your cable system in the same way if the system has a timer and is connected to the VCR s rear AUDIO VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN L 1 connectors When you press the VCR s REC LINK button to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode if the REC LINK button does not light but instead blinks quickly even though your satellite receiver s power is off Auto Satellite Prog Recording will not work properly with that satellite receiver If this is the case perform Express Timer Programming pg 42 to timer record a satellite program Some satellite receivers output signals even if the power is off Auto Satellite Prog Recording is not possible with those satellite receivers 48 en Edit From A Camcorder AUDIO IN Recorder Your VCR S To rear
41. 5 3 The playback picture is blurred or e The video heads may be dirty The heads must be cleaned Consult interrupted even though TV your JVC dealer broadcasts are clear 4 The Hi Fi soundtrack cannot be e The AUDIO MONITOR option was Set AUDIO MONITOR to HI FI heard set incorrectly cF pg 27 RECORDING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Recording won t start e There s no cassette loaded Insert a cassette e The loaded cassette has had its Remove the cassette and cover the record safety tab removed hole with adhesive tape or load a cassette on which the record safety tab is intact 2 TV broadcasts won t record e The VCR has been set to its AUX Set the VCR to the appropriate properly mode by mistake channel 3 Tape to tape editing won t work e The VCRs or the camcorder and the Refer to the directions and the VCR have been incorrectly con illustration under Edit To Or From nected Another VCR t pg 50 or Edit From A Camcorder lt pg 48 and properly connect the units e The power to one or more of the Make sure the power to all units is on units has not been turned on e The recorder s input mode has been Select the recorder s appropriate set incorrectly input mode TIMER RECORDING en D9 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Timer recording won t work Timer programming won t work and on the front display panel won t stop blinking
42. 6 17 24 25 SPRUCER 13 14 STARGATE 05 15 16 17 21 24 25 TELEVIEW 05 16 24 TOCOM 01 04 16 UNIKA 01 17 UNIVERSAL 16 17 25 VIDEOWAY 03 09 22 ZENITH 03 09 22 Ex To set remote control to RCA 14 CABLE MBRSET DBS T Ppp _ Hold Press in succession down Oo 6 EN SPECIAL FEATURES cont Sic C72 CO IN a N IN I DBS BRAND NAME BRAND CODE JVC DISH Network ECHOSTAR DISH Network PRIMESTAR SONY DSS RCA DSS DBS Receiver Multi Brand Remote Control The VCR s remote control can control functions on the brands of DBS Direct Broadcast Satellite receivers listed below TURN ON THE DBS RECEIVER Turn the power on using the DBS receiver s remote control ENTER DBS RECEIVER BRAND While holding down CABLE DBS on the VCR s remote control press MBR SET and use the NUMBER keys to enter the DBS receiver brand number from the chart in the left column and then press STOP Follow the example shown below The DBS receiver s power should go off If it does try other operations i step 3 e Once you have set the remote control to operate the DBS receiver you don t have to repeat this step until you replace the remote control s batteries OPERATE DBS RECEIVER First while holding down CABLE DBS press the corresponding button POWER TV CH NUMBER keys e Depending on the DBS receiver you may have to pr
43. ADQUARTERS JVC SERVICE amp ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP 107 Little Falls Road Fairfield NJ 07004 2105 Don t service it yourself CAUTION To prevent electrical shock do not open the cabinet No user If you ship the product Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength Enclose with the unit a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit Print your home return address on the outside and the inside of the carton Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel ACCESSORIES To purchase accessories for your JVC product you may contact your local JVC Dealer Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free 1 800 882 2345 OS en WARRANTY Only in U S A LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER VIDEO 1 90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below The Warranty Period PARTS LABOR 1 YR 90 DAYS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY 50 UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO WHAT WE WILL DO
44. BS receiver e f your DBS receiver doesn t respond to the code you can t use the Controller to change satellite channels In this case make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording The VCR can only change the satellite channel through the Controller during timer recording e f your DBS receiver is one that can t be operated with a remote control because it has no remote sensor you can t use the Controller to change its channels Make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording For customers in U S A If you are unable to set the Control ler please contact JVC toll free at 1 800 252 5722 22 EN SIMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING Simple Playback Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 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 pointing towards the VCR Don t apply too much pressure when inserting The VCR s power comes on automatically e The counter is automatically reset to 0 00 00 e If the cassette s record safety tab has been removed playback begins automatically FIND PROGRAM START POINT If the tape is advanced past the sta
45. CESS PROGRAM CHECK SCREEN Press PROG CHECK PR START STOP CH DATE 8 00P 10 00 12 12 24 10 00A 10 45 40 12 25 11 30P 1 00 125 12 25 PRESS GHEGK TO NEKT ACCESS PROGRAM SCREEN Press PROG CHECK again to check more information Each time you press PROG CHECK the next program s information appears To Cancel Or Revise A Program CANCEL OR REVISE A PROGRAM To cancel a program press CANCEL at the appropriate program screen To revise a program press the appropriate button START STOP DATE CH SP EP RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press PROG CHECK as many times as necessary If there are still programs remaining go to step 6 RE ENGAGE TIMER Press TIMER 4 SS en 49 Auto SP EP Timer If when recording in SP mode there is not enough tape to record the entire program the VCR automatically switches to EP mode to allow complete recording This feature is especially handy when recording a program of more than 2 hours in length For Example Recording a program of 140 minutes in length onto a 120 minute tape Approximately 110 minutes Approximately 30 minutes Total 140 minutes Make sure you set AUTO SP gt EP TIMER to ON at the Function screen before the timer recording starts ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CH AY or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then pres
46. Calibration screen will not appear pg 29 START END IPT ACTIVE VIDEO CALIBRATION ATTENTION m As calibration takes place before recording actually starts there is a delay of about 7 seconds after REC and PLAY on the remote or REC on the VCR s front panel are pressed To make sure you record the desired scene or program completely first perform the following steps 1 Press and hold PAUSE and press REC to engage the RECORD PAUSE mode e The VCR then automatically checks the condition of the tape and after about 7 seconds re enters RECORD PAUSE 2 Press PLAY to start recording m f you want to bypass Video Calibration and start recording right away set VIDEO CALIBRATION to OFF in step 4 of the Preparation procedure pg 32 3 4 EN WAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont Display Elapsed Recording Time RESET COUNTER TO ZERO Recording Features Before recording starts press C RESET The counter resets to zero and displays the exact elapsed time as the tape runs DISPLAY ELAPSED TIME ON SCREEN During recording press OSD at any time to see the elapsed time All indications corresponding to the current status of the VCR are displayed for 5 seconds The counter display remains on the screen indicating the elapsed time Press OSD again to remove the display 2 e Make sure SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON pg 29 e The indications are not recorded Press DISPLAY
47. ENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 5 Press MENU ee ew 11 Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug amp Play function or you use a cable box Access the Oc Clock Set screen to perform the Semi Auto or Manual clock setting procedure Each procedure starts from step 5 If you use a cable box set the clock manually pg 13 e Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV Prepa ration mode TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER 1 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU 2 ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN At the Main Menu screen MAIN MENU move the highlight bar arrow to INITIAL SET acca by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS CLOCK SET SCREEN arrow at the Initial Set screen to CLOCK SET by pressing SHUTTLE PLUS e T Av then press OK or CABLE BOX SET SHUTTLE PLUS gt DBS RECEIVER SET e CABLE BOX USERS SET a An OK CLOCK MANUALLY appears on the screen for about 5 seconds then the Clock Set screen appears 12e INITIAL SETTINGS cont Semi Auto You can change the Host Channel D S T Time Zone setting manually SET AUTO CLOCK TO ON At the Clock Set screen CLOCK SET press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt repeatedly to MME DALE VEAN 1 00PM 12024 99 FRI move the
48. ER or not e f you use the RF connection by pressing the TV VCR button select VCR mode to view the program to be recorded SET TAPE SPEED Press SP EP to set the recording speed START RECORDING Press and hold REC and press PLAY on the remote control or press REC on the VCR s front panel Video Calibration takes place at the beginning of both the first SP and the first EP recording after inserting the cassette when Video Calibration is set to ON gt pg 32 PAUSE RESUME RECORDING Press PAUSE Press PLAY to resume recording e During record pause you can change the recording channel by using the CHA buttons or NUMBER keys speed is changed while in record pause mode STOP RECORDING Press STOP or STOP EJECT Then press STOP EJECT to remove the cassette Accidental erasure prevention e To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette remove its record safety tab To record on it later cover the hole with adhesive tape Record safety tab 2 4 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES Still Picture Frame By 2 ayba C kk Frame Playback PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK Press PAUSE If there is vertical jitter use the CH A or v button to correct the picture ACTIVATE FRAME BY FRAME PLAYBACK Turn the JOG dial to the right for forward frame by frame playback or to the left for reverse frame by frame playback OR Press PAUSE repeatedly to advance one fram
49. Follow the example shown below The TV s power should go off If it does try other operations step 3 e Once you have set the remote control to operate the TV you don t have to repeat this step until you replace your remote control s batteries PANASONIC has two codes If the TV does not function with one code try entering the other OPERATE TV First while holding down TV press the corresponding button POWER TV CH TV VCR TV VOL NUMBER keys 3 e For some brands of TV you must press ENTER after having pressed the NUMBER keys NOTE Depending on the type of TV there may be cases where some or all functions cannot be operated using the remote control Ex To set remote control to RCA 05 MBRSET Tv PRR p Gs Release Hold Press in succession down EN OO e Cable Box Multi Brand Remote Control The VCR s remote control can control functions on the brands of IN 2 cable boxes listed below Some cable box brands have more z NG Ca POWER than one code If your cable box does not function with a CABLE DBS DBs y SS Op specified code try other codes TURN ON THE CABLE BOX Turn the power on using the cable box s remote control ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND While holding down CABLE DBS on the VCR s remote control press MBR SET and use the NUMBER keys to enter the cable box brand number from the chart in the left column and then press STOP
50. HHHHHHOHHHOOOO 22 Simple Recording 0000000000000000000000000000000000 23 LAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES 24 Playback Features 0000000000000000000000000000000o 24 Still Picture Frame By Frame Playback eeee 24 Slow Motion Reverse Slow Motion cccceeeeeeeees 24 Variable Speed Search Reverse Motion Playback 25 DF e EN KN KAR NK 25 MNO SS ANGI PAE A Ga coeds EE NE AH E AENG 25 High Speed Search sssessssososeorirerresessssenaseaasssesseeee 25 Manal MAGIA sasra anana binaan an ek eaban aaa aaa aia 25 Picture ONO asarana panan aga na aa bag nang asia E sii 26 Select The SOUNGUACK saananing dadaan a7 Video Stabilizer ss saisansasananba nganan danang a gana nagan aana we 27 MERO ON aana Aa ects E a aaa aa dan paka 26 Repeat Playback ssssssssssssssssssssessseecseeeeseeees 26 OMG ROSO aranana aana raa DANG E jann pa aa na aaa aaa 26 Tape Position Indicator 0seseeeeeeeenenanan nana ene 26 Next FUNCHON MENOK a sasana aana nan aaa naa anang aa agan 20 sja lija Ole cern remem Ee rer tery Na ne er gen meet ey A 29 Movis AdVaNC sasaosan aa kanga baa ounsdcapanonennomarentacene 30 AV COMPU LINK Playback seeeeeeenen anana nenen ee 31 Active Video Calibration ccccccccccssssesee 32 Preparato aaa aana negi kag a ba ag A aan aa padan 32 AUE E 2 maiang an ag Ga A a ming ap tee NA a ga Ba Nang 33 ROCOMGING sasananing kaa gana ngan gaen agak nagan ama akak a 33 Reco
51. IVC VCRS ii agun aa aa aaa aan aa eag aaa aaa Pae Waa 57 T ROUBLESHOOTING 58 Power 0008 OOOH OOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOO 58 Tape Transport ccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccceces DO Playback csssccsscnssacsssescntessessesesssedsaseacesseescass OO RECOF IAG sisia ANANA AAN IN EN AB aaa DO Timer Recording 0000000000000000000000000000000000000 DD Other Problems cccccccccsssscsccsssccccssccces OO Q UESTIONS AND ANSWERS 61 Playback 0000 OOOOH OHOHOHHHHHHHHHHHHHOHHHHHHOHHHHHHHHHHOOOOO 61 Recording 0000 OOOH OHHH HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOHHHHHHHHHOHOO 61 Timer Recording 0000 OOO HOH HHOHHOHHHHHHHHHHHHHOHHHHHHHOOOO 61 NDEK 62 List Of Terms 000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 02 Front View 00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 03 Rear VIEW oooo00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 OF Front Display Pamnel ccccccccccccscsscscsccsece OF Remote Control cccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccces OD n 66 For SERVICING Only in U S A 67 WW irran Only in U S A 68 6 en Connections Antenna or Cable ANTENNA IN Antenna or Cable input Coaxial Cable Flat Feeder esses Matching FI Transformer Not supplied AC Outlet AC Power Cord Audio Video Cable supplied RF Cable supplied 75 ohm terminal Back of VCR NOTES e The VCR channel is the channel on
52. If the VCR does not operate correctly switch its power off and unplug the power cord from the AC supply Wait for a while and then plug the power back in Eject and check the condition of the cassette If everything appears normal resume operating the VCR as usual QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PLAYBACK Q What happens if the end of the tape is reached A during playback or search The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning Q Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the still mode A lt No It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads Q During search still and frame by frame playback the picture is intermittent What s the cause Picture loss occurs when these types of playback are attempted with a tape recorded in LP mode Pressing PLAY to return to normal playback will restore the picture Q When returning from multi speed search to normal playback the picture is disturbed Should be concerned about this No it is normal Q When playing back programs that have been timer recorded with consecutive times such one program from 8 00 to 9 00 and another one from 9 00 to 10 00 the picture and sound become momentarily distorted at the point where the first program ends and the second program begins Is this a malfunction lt No This is normal Q Other than preventing further recording what effect does removing the safety tab have It disables marking of index codes Q S
53. LE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 4 EN USE 1 Accessories To avoid personal injury e Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table It may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product e Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product e Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer s instructions for any mounting of the product e Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets 2 Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn PORTABLE CART WARNING Symbol provided by RETAC 3 Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a Swimming pool and the like 4 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
54. MBR Multi Brand Remote Code Setting 0 0000 54 IOVS CV ANNO acs ta aan arana aaa a a aaa alaa ajana aaa aa akanang ea 30 N NGEX UNGU MG GN sasasi aia ba aaa A aa a aga a aab aaa aaa ki 26 OO On Screen Display saaeeaeaaa anaa anana nanam nana anane eaaa 29 Po ARE EN E E E A BN 8 Picuire Contool sanane abani eepe Eai 26 a E Kg A NE 22 PUES oe Ey saraga aana a ek BG a ag a aa aka BAG a aanacore conte 8 KR BEG LING saa naga pa aaa ea Ag KA an DIRA Tag a ank pan kna D Aa aa KG 47 Record Salety TaD aaa eaaa aaa aka anaa aa d aha baang ga aana ki 23 FS GC ORCI aaa aka kan aa a aa a E a aga a aaa AB Big a ai aaa 23 Repeat Playback sesaosan aana ana aon anaa eaaa aana nan aan 26 Reverse Motion Playback cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 24 Reverse Slow Motion Playback cecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 24 Fle ON SCION scat pps tsetse ete teense sees 6 So SAP Second Audio Program nizcceaeccosnnsevaraiatentsepasauatas 37 CNAU pcactssenagesieatsvetantarstnertonmetpneneaeatuaieciees 37 Select Cable Box Output Channel ssssssseseesseeeeeesssse 17 Select DBS Receiver Output Channel ccceeeeees 20 Semi Auto Clock Seling sasaosan wasana sana yana uan siwa kiwe 12 SKIP SET a ag Ta Ga a NG EE ag anakaken 25 Slow Motion Playback s csexsspeieccouatdecenecdenaceinswanpsegncstones 24 SCAG ANON erae a E EA AR en 69 Still Ficture PlaybaCk sasasi gaga a aa aa aa Ag E NER 24 DENDO masangi nega e nan
55. OX BRAND Press the appropriate CABLE BOX BRAND SET NUMBER keys to enter the NG Cable Box Code from the CABLE BOX BRAND LIST shown below then press OK l S PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 THEN OK TO TEST e f the cable box s PRESS MENU TO END channel changes to 9 setting is complete Press OK and CABLE BOX CONTROL IS ON appears on the screen for about 5 seconds then it returns to the normal screen f the cable box s channel does not change to 9 press CH AY or SHUTTLE PLUS AVY to move the highlight bar arrow to NO then press OK By entering another code repeat step 8 until the cable box s channel changes to 9 e f the channel does not change after going through all the code numbers listed for your model of cable box then try all the other numbers between 1 and 25 CABLE BOX BRAND LIST ARCHER CABLETENNA CABLEVIEW 15 16 17 21 25 CITIZEN 15 16 17 21 25 CURTIS 2 8 DIAMOND 1 17 EASTERN 19 GC BRAND 15 16 17 21 25 GEMINI 15 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 1 4 6 11 1215 HAMLIN 10 18 19 23 JASCO 15 JERROLD 1 4 6 11 12 15 NOVAVISION 2 6 NOTES OAK 720 Although the supplied Controller is compatible with many PANASONIC 13 14 INFORMATION When the VCR s clock has not been set with AUTO CLOCK set to ON if you press OK in step 7 CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY will be displayed on the screen for about 5 seconds then the Clock Set screen
56. PERIMPOSE AUTO SP gt EP TIMER OFF VIDEO STABILIZER OFF NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH A V AND OK PRESS MENU TO END PREVIOUS PAGE 2ND AUDIO RECORD OFF AUDIO MONITOR HI FI S VHS MODE ON gt AV COMPU LINK OFF FRONT AUX INPUT VIDEO REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO SELECT WITH A V AND OK PRESS MENU TO END e FRONT AUX INPUT PRESS MENU TO END appears only with HR S4600U PREVIOUS PAGE PREVIOUS PAGE RETU RN TO NORMAL SC REEN 2ND AUDIO RECORD OFF 2ND AUDIO RECORD OFF Press MENU AUDIO MONITOR HI FI S VHS MODE ON AV COMPU LINK ON gt FRONT AUX INPUT S VIDEO REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO AUDIO MONITOR S VHS MODE AV COMPU LINK FRONT AUX INPUT VIDEO gt REAR AUX INPUT S VIDEO START PLAYER Set the camcorder to its play mode NOTE If the camcorder is equipped with a superimpose OSD disable feature then set its superimpose or display feature to OFF before pressing play START RECORDER Set your VCR to its record mode SELECT WITH 4 AND OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT WITH 4 AND OK PRESS MENU TO END e FRONT AUX INPUT appears only with HR S4600U SELECT EDIT FOR PICTURE CONTROL SET MODE Follow the Picture Control section on page 26 then select EDIT If you are using a JVC Master Edit Control equipped camcorder go to step 8 IT e If you are using a Master Edit Control equipped JVC camcorder it can put the recorder automatically into Record mode
57. TION SET then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b ENABLE REMOTE PAUSE SELECT AUK INPUT SET MODE a FRONT S VIDEO IN HR S4600U only Move the highlight bar arrow to FRONT AUX INPUT by pressing CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to S VIDEO FRONT VIDEO IN HR S4600U only Move the highlight bar arrow to FRONT AUX INPUT by pressing CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to VIDEO c REAR S VIDEO IN Move the highlight bar arrow to REAR AUX INPUT by pressing CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to S VIDEO REAR VIDEO IN Move the highlight bar arrow to REAR AUX INPUT by pressing CH AY or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to VIDEO FUNCTION gt VIDEO CALIBRATION ON PICTURE CONTROL AUTO AUTO TIMER OFF SUPERIMPOSE ON AUTO SP gt EP TIMER OFF VIDEO STABILIZER OFF NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH A V AND OK FUNCTION Press CH AY or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to move the highlight bar arrow to AV COMPU LINK then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to OFF e The REMOTE PAUSE AV COMPU LINK connector works as the AV Compulink Playback connector when AV COMPU LINK is set to ON gt pg 31 and works as the Remote Pause connector when AV COMPU LINK is set to OFF en 49 FUNCTION VIDEO CALIBRATION ON PICTURE CONTROL AUTO AUTO TIMER SU
58. UNER SET e Receivable channels in your area are automatically assigned to the CHAY buttons and non receivable channels are skipped NOTES At the end of Auto PRESS MENU TO END Channel Set SCAN COMPLETED appears on screen e f the scan was unsuccessful SCAN COMPLETED NO SIGNAL appears on screen Check the connections and start again RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 5 Press MENU AUTO CHANNEL SET SCANNING INFORMATION The VCR detects the band TV or CATV and selects the correct band automatically during Auto Channel Set The selected band will be displayed on the right side of BAND on the Tuner Set screen Ss en 15 Add Or Delete A Channel ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to TUNER SET by pressing CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b ACCESS MANUAL CHANNEL SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar TUNER SET arrow to MANUAL CHANNEL SET by AUTO CHANNEL SET pressing CHA V or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS SELECT WITH A w AND OK PRESS MENU TO END N N ADD OR SKIP DESIRED CHANNEL MANUAL CHANNEL SET Input the channel number using the NUMBER keys or by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then aes press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to SKIP PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 Repeat for each chann
59. UTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT AUTO TIMER SET MODE Move the highlight bar FUNCTION arrow to AUTO TIMER VIDEO CALIBRATION ON by pressing CH AW or eae se press OK or SHUTTLE AUTO SP EP TIMER PLUS to set to ON or VIDEO STABILIZER OFF OFF NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH a v AND OK PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU 4 NOTE For safety when AUTO TIMER is set to OFF all other VCR functions are disabled while the Timer mode is engaged To disengage the timer press TIMER A6 en TIMER RECORDING cont This easy method lets you record from 30 minutes to 6 hours selectable in 30 min increments and shuts the VCR off after Instant Timer see m START RECORDING Recording 1 Press REC on the front panel ENGAGE ITR MODE Press REC again blinks and 0 30 appears on the front display panel SET RECORDING DURATION If you want to record for more than 30 minutes press REC to extend the time Each press extends recording time by 30 minutes 3 NOTES You can only perform ITR using the REC button on the VCR s front panel After you set the ITR time the previous display reappears To check the remaining time press REC once during record ing and the remaining time will be displayed for about 5 seconds Be careful not to press REC again within these 5 seconds or you will round the recording time up to the next 30 minute incremen
60. VHS S VIDEO connection A high resolution copy is made of a high resolution original S VHS tape with minimal picture degradation This is the preferred method of video dubbing EDITING cont You can use your VCR as the player or the recorder MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect an AV cable between the player s VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT connectors and the recorder s VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors e If using another VCR with an S VIDEO input or output connector it is recommended to use the S VIDEO connection to minimize picture degradation while editing When using your VCR as the recorder and a monaural VCR as the player connect the player s AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO IN L connector on the recorder LOAD CASSETTES Insert the playback cassette into the player and the cassette to be recorded on into the recorder SET RECORDER S INPUT MODE Set to AUX With this VCR press the NUMBER key 0 and or CH to select depending on the connector being used L 1 for the rear AUDIO VIDEO IN connector or F 1 for the front AUDIO VIDEO IN connector NOTE If you use your VCR as the recorder and have connected another VCR to your VCR s S VIDEO IN connector you need to set REAR AUX INPUT to S VIDEO at the Function screen Follow steps 4 6 from the Edit From A Camcorder section pg 48 and 49 SELECT EDIT FOR PIC TURE CONTROL SET MODE Follow the Picture Control section on page 26
61. able supplied S VIDEO IN NOTES e To make the most of the Super VHS picture performance we recommend that you use the supplied S VIDEO cable to connect your VCR to a TV with an S VIDEO input connector To operate the VCR with your TV using the S VIDEO connec tion set your TV to the AV mode using the TV s remote control You can also use the TV VCR button on the VCR s remote control to set your TV to the AV mode pg 54 Matching Transformer not supplied EN ANTENNA IN Antenna or Cable input Audio Video Cable supplied RF Cable supplied 75 ohm terminal S VIDEO Connection CONNECT VCR TO TV a Connect both the RF cable and the AV cables to the TV as explained in step 3 of Basic Connections pg 6 b Connect the S Video cable between the S VIDEO OUT jack on the rear of the VCR and the S VIDEO IN jack on the TV GS EN INITIAL SETTINGS The Plug amp Play function sets the clock and tuner channels automatically when power is first connected to the VCR The gt U amp gt a antenna cable must be connected for the Plug 4 Play function The time and date can be set automatically from clock setting data that is transmitted by one of the regular TV broadcast channels We call this TV channel the Host Channel and it is Auto Clock Set Auto Tuner Sef PBs channel in your area PLUG amp PLAY SETUP ATTENTION 7 Connect the antenna cable to the VCR
62. also called the VCR Plus Channel Codes Most TV listings have a section usually a chart indicating the Guide Channel numbers assigned to each station For accurate VCR Plus programming the VCR Plus Guide Channel number for each station should match the channel number on which it is received in your area NOTES e In many instances the VCR Plus Guide Channel numbers for cable and broadcast TV stations DO NOT match the channel number on which it is received by your VCR or cable box Check your TV listing or contact your cable supplier for details e Many broadcast TV stations can be viewed on cable Check your TV listing or contact your cable supplier for details TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE MAIN MENU PLUS AVY to move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET TUNER SET INITIAL SET then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt PRESS 4 THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END en 41 ACCESS GUIDE CHANNEL SET SCREEN Press CH Aw or SHUTTLE INITIAL SET PLUS AVY to move the highlight bar arrow to JANGGAN ENGISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET then press OK or SHUTTLE CABLE BOX SET PLUS gt DBS RECEIVER SET SELECT WITH 4 AND OK PRESS MENU TO END INPUT GUIDE CHANNEL NUMBER Press CH AW SHUTTLE Ex When inputting the PLUS AV or the Guide Channel number appropriate NUMBER keys
63. ates do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA 1700 Valley Road DIVISION OF US JVC CORP Wayne New Jersey 07470 REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT For customer use Enter below the Model No and Serial No which is located either on the rear bottom or side of the cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No Purchase date Name of dealer memo O MEMO i MEMO VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED COPYRIGHT 1999 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD Printed in Malaysia 0499 IYV KMW KPJ N009 S 0097S Y4H M
64. cast e The SAP indication appears on the screen for about 5 seconds if the program is a SAP broadcast e Both indications appear when a stereo program is accompanied by SAP audio To Record Stereo Programs simply follow the basic recording procedure To Listen To Stereo Soundtrack During Recording set AUDIO MONITOR to HI FI at the Function screen lt gt pg 27 To Record SAP Programs ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT 2ND AUDIO RECORD SET MODE Move the highlight bar arrow to 2ND AUDIO RECORD by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or AUTO SP EP TIMER OFF SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to VIDEO STABILIZER OFF ON NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH 4 AND OK PRESS MENU TO END FUNCTION PICTURE CONTROL AUTO AUTO TIMER OFF SUPERIMPOSE ON FRONT AUX INPUT appears only with HR S4600U PREVIOUS PAGE gt 2ND AUDIO RECORD ON AUDIO MONITOR HI FI S VHS MODE ON AV GOMPU LINK ON FRONT AUX INPUT VIDEO REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO SELECT WITH 4 AND OK PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU 4 3S EN Timer recording allows you to program the VCR to automatically record a program that will be broadcast at some future time VC R i f The timer record function can be programmed using
65. d RECORD PAUSE if in the Record Pause f you select a channel on which no signal is received the mode are left displayed on the screen channel number is displayed regardless of the Superimpose Press OSD again to clear the display mode setting m The RECORD PAUSE indication is left displayed on the screen The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the VCR is doing Tuned in channel or AUX iliary mode Operation mode When the channel is changed the new When the operation mode is changed channel is displayed on the screen for CH 125 the new mode is displayed RECORD 5 seconds THU 12 00 AM 5 sec PLAY 5 sec FF REW 5 sec STEREO when engaged from Stop mode SAP Clock time RECORD PAUSE for as long as Pause is Stereo program indication engaged and ITR 5 sec Tape speed indication Second Audio Program indication NORM HI FI COUNT 1 23 45 Cassette Loaded mark Tape position indicator When a cassette is loaded the mark is displayed for 5 seconds It blinks when the Audio mode Counter reading VCR s EJECT button is pushed indications Switchable to the tape remaining time display INDEX indication LAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont ATTENTION Movie Advance and Movie Advance Preview work only on prerecorded cassettes that have been recorded in the SP mode and have no safety tab If the VCR detects the EP mode after you press OK in step 4 the fol
66. d in VHS insert a cassette marked VHS press S VHS ET and set to OFF The VHS recording mode will be automatically selected regardless of the S VHS mode setting To record in VHS on an S VHS cassette e insert the cassette marked S VHS the S VHS indicator will light on the display panel e then perform the steps 1 4 below to set the S VHS MODE to OFF the S VHS indicator will go out The VHS recording mode will be selected NOTE Tapes recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET mode can not be played back successfully on normal VHS VCRs 4 EN OO ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT S VHS MODE Move the highlight bar arrow to S VHS MODE by pressing CHA or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then FUNCTION PICTURE CONTROL AUTO AUTO TIMER OFF SUPERIMPOSE ON press OK or SHUTTLE AUTO SP gt EP TIMER OFF PLUS gt to set to ON or VIDEO STABILIZER OFF OFF NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH a v AND OK PRESS MENU TO END e FRONT AUX INPUT appears only with HR S4600U PREVIOUS PAGE 2ND AUDIO RECORD OFF AUDIO MONITOR HI FI gt S VHS MODE ON AV GOMPU LINK ON FRONT AUX INPUT VIDEO REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO SELECT WITH A AND OK PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU NOTE When playing back a tape t
67. e If you have connected another appliance other than a satellite receiver to the rear AUDIO VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN L 1 connectors be sure not to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode otherwise the VCR will start recording when the connected appliance s power is turned on Auto Satellite Prog recording and timer recording cannot be done at the same time NOTES Auto Satellite Prog recording is only possible with the rear AUDIO VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN L 1 connectors e When the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode is engaged or the VCR s power is turned off after Auto Satellite Prog recording is finished the VCR will not enter the Timer mode even though AUTO TIMER is set to ON e For timer programming of the satellite receiver refer to the instruction manual of the satellite receiver Auto Satellite Prog recording is not possible if your satellite receiver does not have a timer e The REC LINK button s light blinks while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress e Pressing the VCR s POWER button while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress turns off the VCR s power and disengages the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode e If there is more than one satellite program you wish to record with Auto Satellite Prog Recording it is not possible to set a different tape speed for each the tape speed selected in step 1 will apply to all the programs for Auto Satellite Prog recording e The Active Video Calibration pg 3
68. e at a time OR Press SHUTTLE PLUS BP repeatedly for forward frame by frame playback or SHUTTLE PLUS ka a repeatedly for reverse frame by frame playback Features 2 To resume normal playback press PLAY Slow Motion Reverse Slow Motion ACTIVATE SLOW MOTION PLAYBACK For hands free slow motion press and release SHUTTLE PLUS kd during playback to decrease speed in the forward direction Continue to press and release SHUTTLE PLUS kaa to select the reverse slow motion reverse play and reverse search modes OR During playback or still picture turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward slow motion or to the left for reverse slow motion OR During still picture press and hold SHUTTLE PLUS P for forward slow motion or press and hold SHUTTLE PLUS ka a for reverse slow motion Release to return to still picture To resume normal playback press PLAY NOTE Refer to the following for the operations described above Shuttle Ring Modes Forward search 3 steps Normal playback Slow motion 2 steps Reverse slow motion 2 steps Reverse playback Reverse search 3 steps Reverse Forward Reverse Reverse Reverse Forward search play slow motion Saamen may search 3 steps 2 steps 2 steps 4 steps Variable Speed Search Reverse Motion Playback SEARCH During playback or still turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward variable speed search or to th
69. e left for reverse variable speed search During playback repeatedly press and release SHUTTLE PLUS kaa or BP to select the search speed and release BB repeatedly to select the various forward search modes e To decrease the speed in the forward direction press and release ka a e To play in reverse slow motion and in reverse play mode continue to press ka a repeatedly after selecting all the forward slow motion modes To resume normal playback press PLAY Skip Search SECTIONS Press SKIP SEARCH 1 to 4 times during playback Each press initiates a 30 second period of fast motion playback Normal playback resumes automatically NOTES Jo return to normal playback during a Skip Search press PLAY e f the Skip Menu Screen appears see page 30 Index Search Index codes are placed on the tape at the start of each recording You can find and automatically play back from the start of any recording using the Index Search function START SEARCH While the tape is stopped press SHUTTLE PLUS ka a or gt lt or gt To access a recording 2 9 index codes away press SHUTTLE PLUS ka a or gt gt lt or gt repeatedly until the correct number is displayed on screen only if SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON I pg 29 Playback begins automatically when the desired recording is located 2 e f necessary press REW or FF when play starts to search visually to find the very beginning of the desired program
70. ecord and play back with S VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR E As an ENERGY STAR Partner JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety In order not to defeat the built in safeguards observe the following basic rules for its installation use and servicing ATTENTION Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions For your safety please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this booklet for future reference INSTALLATION 1 Grounding or Polarization A Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug B Your product may be equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin This plug
71. ect the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode ACCESS PROGRAM SCREEN Press START If you re PROGRAM 1 just starting out PROGRAM 1 appears START PRESS SP EP 8 DAILY 9 WEEKLY THEN 0K PRESS PROG TO END SET PROGRAM START TIME Press START to enter PROGRAM 1 the time you want recording to start START STOP s00 Am SS Se Press and hold START ers a J El to move in 30 minute increments or PRESS SP EP 8 DAILY Al Q WEEKLY THEN 0K press and release PRESS PROG TO END repeatedly to move 1 minute at a time SET PROGRAM STOP TIME Press STOP to enter the time you want recording to stop Press and hold STOP to move in 30 minute increments or press and release repeatedly to move 1 minute at a time SET PROGRAM DATE Press DATE The current date is displayed on screen The date you enter appears in its place SET CHANNEL NUMBER Press CH e If you are using a DBS receiver see ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS on next page e Holding down CH rapidly scans through the channels ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS If you are using a DBS receiver unless DBS RECEIVER SET is set to OFF c gt pg 20 the START STOP BAND indication TV or CATV or DBS appears under the PROGRAM 1 channel number display If the channel number that has been entered requi
72. el PRESS MENU TO END you want to skip Input the channel number using the NUMBER keys then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to ADD the channel RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 5 Press MENU 10 en Cable Box Control Suggested Location Place the cable box on top of the VCR Attach the VCR s Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller s transmitter pointed towards the cable box s remote sensor ATTENTION The Controller can also control a DBS receiver If both a cable box and a DBS receiver are used position the controller so its signal reaches the remote control sensors of both the cable box and DBS receiver Cable box Controller suggested locations Your VCR Cable box Controller Transmitter Connected to ANTENNA IN Your VCR CABLE BOX e a INITIAL SETTINGS cont This procedure is required if you receive your TV channels through a cable box descrambler The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the cable box channel during timer recording The Controller is effective for recording shows that have been programmed using VCR Plus gt pg 38 or Express Timer Programming lt pg 42 Situate And Connect Controller SITUATE CONTROLLER Place the Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the cable box s remote sensor is unobstructed ATTACH CONTROLLER Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strip
73. enna terminal Set TV on CH3 or CH4 corresponding to the CH3 CH4 switch setting on the back of the VCR AV Connection e To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals a Connect the antenna VCR and TV as shown in the illustration b Connect an Audio Video Cable between the AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks on the rear of the VCR and the AV IN jacks on the TV Set your TV in video input mode or A V input mode Refer to the TV Instruction Manual S VIDEO Connection If you have a TV with S VIDEO input terminals see S VIDEO Connection on page 7 CONNECT VCR TO POWER SOURCE Connect the power plug to an AC outlet e The clock and tuner channels will automatically be set when the antenna is connected and when the AC is first connected to the VCR pg 8 If Auto or CH is displayed on the front display panel before the VCR is powered on the clock and tuner channels are being set automatically Wait for the time to be displayed on the front display panel before powering on the VCR FINAL PREPARATION FOR USE Power on the VCR and if you have connected the VCR to the TV using the RF connector select the VCR channel 3 or 4 by setting the switch on the rear of the VCR as shown in the illustration You can now perform simple playback i pg 22 or simple recording F pg 23 Antenna or Cable Coaxial Cable g Flat Feeder O AUDIO OUT y Back of VCR AC Outlet S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT S Video C
74. er re access the DBS Receiver Set screen and select the correct number pg 20 Set the correct DBS Receiver brand code rF pg 21 Make sure the power is on before timer recording starts Set CABLE BOX SET to OFF I pg 17 Re perform the VCR Plus setup procedure lt gt pg 40 Wait until a space in memory clears or cancel unnecessary program information lt gt pg 44 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 60 EN TROUBLESHOOTING cont er A PROBLEMS SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION When scanning channels some of e Those channels have been preset to If you need the skipped channels them are skipped over be skipped restore them F pg 15 2 The channel can t be changed e Recording is in progress Press PAUSE to pause the recording change channels then press PLAY to resume recording 3 The remote control won t operate e The remote control brand setting is Re set the remote control to the my TV or cable box or DBS receiver incorrect correct brand pg 54 or 55 or 56 4 Even though Auto or Semi Auto e The clock setting data received from Select a different Host Channel during clock setting has been selected the the Host Channel is incorrect the Semi Auto setting procedure clock is incorrect C pg 12 or perform the Manual setting procedure CF pg 13 ATTENTION This VCR contains microcomputers External electronic noise or interference can cause microcomputer to malfunction
75. er controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 3 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 4 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on page 5 Use this when searching for information on a specific procedure or feature e The Index on pages 62 65 lists frequently used terms and the number of the page on which they are used or explained in the manual This section also illustrates the controls and connections on the front and rear panel the front display panel and the remote control e The mark signals a reference to another page for instructions or related information e Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the beginning
76. ess ENTER after having pressed the NUMBER keys e To change the DBS receiver s channel press TV CH or the NUMBER keys The CH button can be used to change the VCR s channel only NOTES e Depending on the type of DBS receiver there may be cases where some or all functions cannot be operated using the remote control It s not possible to operate a DBS receiver that is not equipped with a remote control sensor e Though ECHOSTAR has a number of different remote codes this remote control is applicable only to one of those codes preset at the factory It s not possible to set the remote control for both your DBS receiver and a cable box at the same time You can only set the remote control to operate one of these units at a time Ex To set remote control to JVC 51 CABLE MBRSET DBS T PPP ma Hold Press in succession down eee eNO Control Two JVC VCRs The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC VCRs independently one set to respond to your remote control s A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals The remote control is preset to send A code signals because your VCR is initially set to respond to A code signals You can easily modify your VCR to respond to B code signals UNPLUG VCR S POWER CORD Unplug from the AC outlet SET REMOTE CONTROL CODE While holding down A B on the remote control press the NUMBER key 2 and then
77. ess PLAY to resume dubbing END AUDIO DUBBING Press STOP to stop the tape in your VCR and engage the audio component s Stop mode J2 EN Insert Editing HR S4600U Only Your VCR Recorder Audio Video cable supplied Audio Video signal Another VCR Player EDITING cont 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 Use your VCR as the recorder E E E aa Source tape Recorded tape paneis eae T audio track zE T O O O O E S S Video Hi Fi audio track MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect the player s VIDEO OUT or S VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT connectors to your VCR s VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors SET RECORDER S INPUT MODE Set to AUX Press the NUMBER key 0 and or CH to select depending on the connector being used L 1 for the rear AUDIO VIDEO IN connector or F 1 for the front AUDIO VIDEO IN connector After insert editing e Be sure to select the correct FRONT AUX INPUT VIDEO or S VIDEO To select the correct AUX INPUT connector follow steps 4 6 from the Edit From A Camcorder section lt pg
78. facturer s instructions have been adhered to 6 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding connectors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode 2 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 3 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal EXAMP
79. hat has been recorded in S VHS or S VHS ET the S VHS indicator lights on the display panel regardless of the S VHS MODE setting Super VHS ET Your VCR is eguipped with Super VHS ET that makes it possible to record with S VHS picture guality on VHS cassettes SELECT S VHS ET SET MODE Press S VHS ET The button lights up 1 e The S VHS indicator lights on the front display panel e To disengage the S VHS ET mode press S VHS ET The button s light goes off NOTES You cannot activate the S VHS ET function while recording is in progress While timer recording incl Instant Timer Recording pg 46 and Automatic Satellite Program Recording pg 47 is in progress While Video Calibration pg 32 is in progress when the VCR s power is off S VHS ET does not work with S VHS tapes 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 VCR equipped with S VHS ET NOTES e To obtain the highest quality recording and playback pictures over a longer period on this model S VHS recording on S VHS tape is recommended You can play back S VHS ET recordings not only on this VCR but also on another VHS VCR equipped with S VHS ET It is recommended to specifically label S VHS ET recordings so you can easily distinguish them from regular VHS recordings e S VHS ET recordings can also be played back o
80. highlight bar to a AUTO CLOCK and press HOSTCH 4 CATV CH AVY or SHUTTLE PLUS D S T TIME ZONE AUTO AV to set to ON PRESS a V THEN OK a To select the Host PRESS MENU TO END Channel go to step 6 b To select the D S T mode go to step 7 c To select the Time Zone go to step 8 NOTE The time that has been set previously will be erased when AUTO CLOCK HOST CH D S T or TIME ZONE setting is changed SELECT HOST CHANNEL You can either select AUTO or enter a PBS channel number Move the highlight bar to HOST CH by pressing OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt then press CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS AVY to set to AUTO or the desired PBS channel number NOTE There are some PBS channels that do not transmit clock setting data SELECT D S T MODE You have three choices a Select AUTO and the adjustment to your VCR s clock will be made according to the incoming signal from the host channel b Select ON and the adjustment will be made based on the clock itself c Select OFF if Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you Move the highlight bar to D S T by pressing OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt then press CH A V or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to select the desired mode AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME This function enables automatic adjustment of the VCR s clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time With Auto DST activated on the first Su
81. icture pg 32 e The Video Calibration screen only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking Even though the screen doesn t appear after that the Video calibration function is operative e To display the Video Calibration screen SUPERIM POSE must be set to ON or the Video Calibration screen will not appear pg 29 Recording Perform steps 1 3 on page 23 Simple Recording before continuing START RECORDING Press and hold REC and DURING CALIBRATION press PLAY on the remote control or press REC on the VCR s front panel 1 e The VCR takes about 7 seconds to assess the START quality of the tape in iiin use then recording ACTIVE VIDEO CALIBRATION begins with the picture level optimized NOTES CALIBRATION COMPLETE e Calibration occurs immediately prior to both the first SP and the first EP recording after inserting the cassette It does not take place during recording In the case of timer recording calibration takes place for both SP and EP before the first timer recording after inserting the cassette regardless of the tape speed selected for that recording e Once the cassette is ejected the calibration data is canceled The next time the cassette is used for recording calibration is re performed While Video Calibration is operative the PAUSE button will not function To display the Video Calibration screen SUPERIM POSE must be set to ON or the Video
82. ility authorized by JVC to render such service or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed Initial installation and installation and removal for repair Operational adjustments covered in the Owner s Manual normal maintenance video and audio head cleaning Damage that occurs in shipment due to act of God and cosmetic damage Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge Video Pick up Tubes CCD Image Sensor Cartridge Stylus Needle are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase Accessories Batteries except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase from the date of purchase ONDA WD There are no other express warranties except as listed above THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER DIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO TAPES RECORDS OR DISCS RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE some st
83. in 2 seconds c For Automatic Timer Standby After Tape Rewind press REW then press TIMER within 2 seconds NOTE It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer functions if the cassette s record safety tab is removed SSS en 29 Superimpose This function switchable between ON and OFF determines whether or not operational indicators will appear on screen ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUS AV then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT SUPERIMPOSE SET MODE Move the highlight bar FUNCTION aie arrow to SUPERIMPOSE VIDEO CALIBRATION ON B d HM by pressing CHAY or Nee ace SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE AUTO SP gt EP TIMER OFF PLUS gt to select the VIDEO STABILIZER OFF NEXT PAGE desired mode SELECT WITH A w AND OK a Select ON if you want PRESS MENU TO END the superimposed operational indications on the TV screen b Select OFF if you do not want the superimposed operational indications on the screen RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU To recall an indication Press OSD NOTES m All indications corresponding to the current status are f you engage the Record Pause mode RECORD PAUSE is displayed for 5 seconds After that the counter displayed regardless of the Superimpose mode setting information an
84. isengage the timer before recording starts press TIMER again Pressing once more re engages it In case of a power failure after programming the VCR s memory backup keeps your selections for approximately 10 minutes e Programs that start after midnight must have the next day s date After timer recording is completed the VCR s power goes off automatically You can program the timer while a regular recording is in progress the on screen menu will not be recorded e f the end of tape is reached during timer recording the cassette is automatically ejected e When timer recording cable or satellite channels through an external tuner be sure to keep the cable box or satellite receiver s power ON ATTENTION If there is a conflict in the timer schedule and one program overlaps with another only the parts shown below in gray will be recorded Pattern 1 The program with the lower program number will be recorded 10 00 11 00 12 00 Program 1 CH10 Program 2 Not recorded Pattern 2 The program that is broadcast earlier will be recorded 10 00 11 00 12 00 Program 1 CH10 Program 2 Not recorded Pattern 3 The program that is broadcast earlier will be recorded followed by the remaining portion of the other program 10 00 11 00 12 00 Program 1 CHTO Program 2 Not recorded 44 en TIMER RECORDING cont Check Cancel And Revise Programs DISENGAGE TIMER Press TIMER then press POWER AC
85. ll disappear SET DATE Press CH Aw or SHUTTLE PLUS AV until the desired date appears then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b Press and hold CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to change the date by 15 day increments SET YEAR Press CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS AV until the desired year appears then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt twice SELECT D S T MODE Press CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS AVY to select the desired mode a Set to ON so that the adjustment to your VCR s clock will be made on the clock itself b Set to OFF if Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you START CLOCK Press MENU and normal screen appears To Make Corrections Press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt until the item you want to change blinks then press CH Aw or SHUTTLE PLUS Av 14 en INITIAL SETTINGS cont Set Receivable Channels TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER Tuner Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode 1 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar MAIN MENU arrow to TUNER SET by pressing CHAY or FUNCTION SET SHUTTLE PLUS Av then INITIAL SET press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt PRESS a V THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL SET Move the highlight bar i l BAND CATV a e NEL SET by pressing MANUAL CHANNEL SET CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT WITH A AND OK A a O o PRESS MENU TO END T
86. lowing screen appears MOVIE ADVANCE MOVIE ADVANCE CAN NOT BE SELECTED FOR EP RECORDINGS PRESS SKIP TO CANCEL Skip Search will work for prerecorded EP tapes When MOVIE ADVANCE is selected e If you want to stop searching for the start of the movie simply press SKIP SEARCH or STOP When MOVIE ADVANCE PREVIEW is selected e If SKIP SEARCH was inadvertently pressed press it again to resume normal playback While the VCR is searching for the next preview if you see a preview you wish to view press SKIP SEARCH and the VCR will immediately go to the start of that preview e If the VCR starts to reverse to a preview you do not wish to view press SKIP SEARCH to initiate searching to the next preview NOTES Normally there is a period of black and no audio at the beginning and end of previews The Movie Advance feature detects those parts where the picture fades to black and the audio fades to silence and initiates fast motion to skip over the detected previews e Some previews may not be detected and Movie Advance may not work properly e The setting you selected in step 3 remains in effect until the cassette is ejected Patents Pending Movie Advance This feature helps you locate certain parts of prerecorded movies rented or purchased and works in two ways You can go to the beginning of the movie skipping over all previews You can fast motion the tape to the beginning of the
87. n an S VHS VCR or a VHS VCR equipped with SQPB S VHS QUASI PLAY BACK function However there may be cases where S VHS ET playback is not possible on a particular VCR e Frequent still frame by frame and slow motion playback may damage the tape and cause picture degradation e With some tapes better picture quality may not be obtained even with S VHS ET recording It is recommended that you do test record beforehand to make sure whether better results can be obtained e High Grade tapes are recommended for superior results e Make sure that VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to ON at the Function screen pg 32 e During S VHS ET playback noise may appear depending on tape quality Noise may appear during still frame by frame and slow motion playback Ifthe playback picture becomes blurred or interrupted use a cleaning cassette NOTES e If a SAP program is received and 2ND AUDIO RECORD is set to ON the SAP audio is recorded on both the Normal and Hi Fi tracks The main audio program is not recorded e If anon SAP program is received the main audio is recorded on both the Hi Fi and Normal audio tracks EN 3 Stereo And SAP Second Audio Program Your VCR s built in MTS decoder enables reception of Multi channel TV Sound broadcasts When the channel is changed on the VCR e The STEREO indication appears on the screen for about 5 seconds if the program is a stereo broad
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89. nday of April at 2 00 AM the clock is adjusted to 3 00 AM on the last Sunday of October at 2 00 AM the clock is adjusted to 1 00 AM eee en 13 SELECT TIME ZONE You can select the time zone automatically or manually Move the highlight bar to TIME ZONE by pressing OK or SHUTTLE PLUS gt then press CH Aw or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to select AUTO or the desired time zone AUTO ATLANTIC HAWAII EASTERN ALASKA CENTRAL PACIFIC MOUNTAIN NOTE If an incorrect time is displayed by the Plug amp Play function you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone or from an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system If you selected AUTO for the host channel in step 6 be sure to select the correct time zone manually RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU IMPORTANT Turn the VCR off after performing the Semi Auto Clock Set procedure Auto will appear on the front display panel when the clock is being set The current time will appear automatically when the clock is set Manual SET TIME PLUS AV until the desired time appears then press een GK EE AN ce ee A NGNANN HOSTCH AUTO CATV Press and hold CH Aw D S T AUTO or SHUTTLE PLUS Av TIME ZONE _ AUTO to change the time by PRESS A T THEN O PRESS MENU TO END 30 minute increments e When the time is entered manually AUTO CLOCK will be automatically set to OFF and HOST CH and TIME ZONE wi
90. next preview so you can skip over previews one by one 1 2 LOAD A CASSETTE Insert a cassette that has a prerecorded movie rented or purchased with no safety tab into the VCR Playback begins automatically ACCESS SKIP MENU SCREEN Press SKIP SEARCH SELECT MODE Press CHA or SHUTTLE SKIP MENU PLUS V to move the highlight bar arrow to gt MOVIE ADVANCE a MOVIE ADVANCE PREVIEW JOUF CADICE SKIP SEARCH a Select MOVIE ADVANCE if you want to advance directly to PRESS a THEN OK the beginning of the PRESS SKIP TO CANCEL movie b Select MOVIE ADVANCE PREVIEW if you want to advance to the next preview c Select SKIP SEARCH if you do not want to perform Movie Advance then press OK and the VCR enters stop mode To activate the Skip Search function see page 25 PERFORM MOVIE ADVANCE a If you selected MOVIE ADVANCE in step 3 and press OK the following screen will appear with a blue background The VCR will rewind the beginning of the tape then will fast motion to the beginning of the movie READY will appear and blink when the beginning of the movie is detected and the Stop mode will be engaged Press PLAY to view the movie MOVIE ADVANCE MOVIE ADVANCE SEARCHING FOR BEGINNING READY OF MOVIE PRESS PLAY TO START PRESS STOP TO CANCEL PRESS STOP TO CANCEL b If you selected MOVIE ADVANCE PREVIEW in step 3 and press OK the VCR will fast motion
91. o blinks The channel numbers are displayed The current time including as they are scanned and set AM PM is displayed If an incorrect time or appears on the display panel see What To Do If Plug amp Play Has Failed on next page eee en 9 INFORMATION e If AUTO CLOCK is set to ON at the Clock Set screen on page 12 the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host channel every hour on the hour except for 11 00 PM midnight 1 00 AM and 2 00 AM by the incoming PBS channel clock setting data This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR s power is turned off The clock will be adjusted on the hour based on the time displayed on the VCR not on the actual real time The default setting of AUTO CLOCK is ON e f the memory backup fails because of a power outage or because the AC was removed from the VCR Plug amp Play will be performed when power is restored to the VCR What To Do If Plug amp Play Has Failed e f an incorrect time is displayed on the front display panel you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone or an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system In this case perform the Semi Auto gt pg 12 or Manual Clock Set F pg 13 procedure Auto channel set has already taken place and it need not be set again f appears on the display your antenna cable may not be connected to the VCR or there may not
92. ometimes during Index Search the VCR can t find the program want to see Why not There may be index codes too close together Q During playback on screen operational indicators sometimes jitter Why does this happen If the condition of the tape being played back is not good jittering of the video including on screen indicators may occur en 61 RECORDING Q A When I pause and then resume a recording the end of the recording before the pause is overlapped by the new recording Why does this happen This is normal It reduces distortion at the pause and resume points Q Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the Record Pause Q A mode No The VCR automatically goes to its Stop mode after 5 minutes to protect the heads When paused during Instant Timer Recording ITR the VCR shuts off automatically after 5 minutes What happens if the tape runs out during recording The VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning TIMER RECORDING Q A REC and remain lit on the front display panel Is there a problem No This is a normal condition for a timer recording in progress Q Can program the timer while I m watching a tape or a TV broadcast Yes but while you are setting the timer you won t see the tape s or broadcast program s picture as it is replaced by the on screen menu The audio from the tape or broadcast program will be present during the setting of the timer
93. panel VIDEO REMOTE PAUSE AV IN COMPULINK connector amo Audio Video cable supplied 1 Mini plug cable not supplied JVC camcorder AUDIO 1 Only JM S VIDEO cable supplied ES ES ee NE es Sy a EDITING You can use a camcorder as the player and your VCR as the recorder 1 MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect an AV cable between the camcorder s VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT connectors and your VCR s VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors e f connecting a camcorder with an S VIDEO output connector it is recommended to use the S VIDEO connection to minimize picture degradation while editing When a Master Edit Control equipped JVC camcorder is used the camcorder is capable of controlling your VCR The mini plug cable is a mono 3 5 mm mini plug to mono 3 5 mm mini plug connector e f connecting to a camcorder with a monaural output connect the audio output connector on the camcorder to AUDIO IN L of the VCR LOAD A CASSETTE Insert the cassette to be recorded on into the recorder SET RECORDER S INPUT MODE Set to AUX Press the NUMBER key 0 and or CH to select depending on the connector being used L 1 for the rear panel input connectors or F 1 for the front panel input connectors ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press CH A VY or SHUTTLE PLUS AV to move the highlight bar arrow to FUNC
94. pear pg 29 Near the beginning of the tape the tape remaining estimate S E LECT C HAN N EL FOR may be inaccurate However the estimate becomes more VI EWI NG accurate as the tape comes closer to the end a e Depending on the type of tape used the tape remaining time Use the TV s channel selector to set the channel you reading may not appear right away or may not be correct want to watch may sometimes appear or the display may blink on occasion e The tape remaining time indication is not accurate when using VHS C tapes with VHS C adapter I S VHS Super VHS S VHS ET and VHS Your VCR can record in S VHS S VHS ET or VHS S VHS allows you to make high quality video recordings with a horizontal resolution of 400 lines This compares with the 240 lines of resolution of normal VHS recordings To achieve the highest quality picture we recommend that you record in S VHS mode By using S VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with S VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR For details refer to page 36 To record in S VHS perform the steps 1 4 below to set the S VHS MODE to ON e then insert a cassette marked S VHS the S VHS indicator will light on the display panel The S VHS recording mode will be automatically selected To record in S VHS ET on a VHS high grade cassette press S VHS ET and set to ON r Super VHS ET on page 36 To recor
95. peed SP EP Button pg 23 PLAY Button pg 22 Fast Forward FF Button lt pg 22 The glow in the dark buttons shown in white on the amp PAUSE Button c pg 24 illustration above are helpful when using the remote control OK Button pg 10 AA ENE Lee SHUTTLE PLUS a a gt lt gt Button c pg 24 25 Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can TV Volume VOL Button F pg 54 also be used to operate your TV while holding down the TV button I pg 54 How To Use NOTES The remote control can operate most of your VCR s e When inserting the batteries be sure to insert in the functions as well as basic functions of TV sets Cable correct directions as indicated under the battery cover Boxes and DBS Receivers e f the remote control doesn t work properly remove its Point the remote control toward the sensor window batteries wait a short time replace the batteries and then e The maximum operating distance of the remote try again control is about 8 m 66 en GENERAL Power requirement Power consumption Power on Power off Temperature Operating Storage Operating position Weight Format Maximum recording time SP EP VIDEO AUDIO Signal system Recording Playback system Signal to noise ratio Horizontal resolution Frequency range Normal audio Hi Fi audio Input Output TUNER Tuning system Channel coverage VHF UHF CATV RF output
96. rding Features 000000000000000000000000000000 OF Record One Program While Watching Another 34 Display Elapsed Recording Time cccccccseees 34 Display Tape Remaining Time ccssseenrccccccsesees 34 S VHS Super VHS S VHS ET and VHS eee 35 WPNP ET gence cree eae eee 36 Stereo And SAP Second Audio Program 4 37 To Record SAP Programs sssssssssssesssesssessrsssesrsssnsesees 37 EN O T IMER RECORDING 38 VCR Plus Timer Programming 00000000000000 38 VCR Plus Setup 6060606060606060666066066606060606066666060606606606606060660606060 0 40 Express Timer Programming 00000000000000 0000000 42 Check Cancel And Revise Programs eeeee a4 POU Se EP WET oei o a 45 AUO TICO saga niasa A apada aa aaa naa gag a a a a pana pa araga a angan senate 45 Instant Timer Recording ITR 0000000000000000000 46 Automatic Satellite Program Recording 47 DITING 48 Edit From A Camcorder ccccccsssscscsscccssecess 40 Edit To Or From Another VCR 00000000000000000 DO Audio Dubbing HR S4600U Only 51 Insert Editing HR S4600U Only 52 6 PECIAL FEATURES 54 TV Multi Brand Remote Control c ceceeceeceeeeees 54 Cable Box Multi Brand Remote Control 6 55 DBS Receiver Multi Brand Remote Control 56 Child LOCK woe cceceececcscesceccecesceccececcecescesceceecteesees 57 Control Two
97. receiver is connected to your VCR s FRONT AUDIO VIDEO IN connectors press CH Aw or SHUTTLE PLUS AV until ON F 1 FRONT appears on the screen If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR s REAR AUDIO VIDEO IN connectors press CH Aw or SHUTTLE PLUS AV until ON L 1 REAR appears on the screen PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SS en 2 ACCESS DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET SCREEN Press OK SET DBS RECEIVER BRAND Press the appropriate DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET NUMBER keys to enter the S o j DBS Receiver Code from Jak the following list then Ah press OK PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 THEN OK TO TEST PRESS MENU TO END JVC DISH Network ECHOSTAR DISH Network PRIMESTAR SONY DSS RCA DSS e After OK is pressed the program currently received through the DBS receiver will appear for about 10 seconds e f the DBS receiver s channel changes to the channel listed below for your brand of DBS receiver setting is complete Press OK and DBS RECEIVER CONTROL IS ON appears on the screen for about 5 seconds then it returns to the normal screen JVC 100 ECHOSTAR 100 PRIMESTAR 55 SONY 205 RCA 205 e f the DBS receiver s channel does not change as shown above press CH Aw or SHUTTLE PLUS Av to move the highlight bar arrow to NO then press OK Re enter the correct code NOTES t is possible that the Controller will not work with all types of D
98. res that the band DATE CH DO K THU DBS PRESS SP EP 8 DAILY 9 WEEKLY 7 DBS THEN 0K PRESS PROG TO END be set 7 DBS is displayed on the screen Press the NUMBER key 7 to select the desired band a TV _ Totimer record a regular TV program received on the VCR b CATV To timer record a cable TV program received on the VCR or through a cable box unless CABLE BOX SET is set to OFF gt pg 17 To timer record a satellite program received through a DBS receiver e If BAND is set to TV at the Tuner Set screen pg 14 and CABLE BOX SET is set to OFF at the Cable Box Set screen pg 17 CATV will not be displayed on the Program screen If BAND is set to CATV or CABLE BOX SET is set to ON TV will not be displayed c DBS en 43 SET TAPE SPEED Press SP EP to set the tape speed RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press PROG or OK PROGRAM COMPLETED appears on the screen for about 5 seconds then normal screen appears ENGAGE TIMER MODE Press TIMER The VCR turns off automatically and is displayed on the display panel To Timer Record Weekly Or Daily Serials anytime during steps 3 through 9 press WEEKLY NUMBER key 9 for weekly serials or DAILY NUMBER key 8 for daily serials Monday Friday Either WEEKLY or DAILY appears on the screen Pressing the button again makes the corresponding indication disappear NOTES e To d
99. rt point press REW or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left To go forward press FF or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right START PLAYBACK Press PLAY VIDEO CALIBRATION appears on the screen when VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to ON CF pg 32 STOP PLAYBACK Press STOP or STOP EJECT Then press STOP EJECT to remove the cassette Usable cassettes Full Size VHS T 30 ST 30 I 60 ST 60 T 90 F120 ST 120 T 160 ST 160 ST 210 Compact VHS TC 20 ST C20 FF Fast Forward ES Fast Forward TC 30 ST C30 TC 40 ST C40 Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on this video recorder Simply place the recorded cassette into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like any full sized VHS cassette This VCR can record on regular VHS and Super VHS cassettes While only VHS signals can be recorded on regular VHS cassettes both VHS and Super VHS signals can be recorded and played back using Super VHS cassettes Simple Recording Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode HR S3600U only EN 293 LOAD A CASSETTE Make sure the record safety tab is intact If not cover the hole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette SELECT RECORDING CHANNEL Press CHA Or press the appropriate NUMBER keys then press ENTER The channel changes after a few seconds whether you press ENT
100. s go to step 4 PRESS PROG TO END I C7 p e To make corrections press CANCEL and input the correct PlusCode number INPUT RECEIVING CHANNEL NUMBER The Guide Channel Number which is assigned to the TV or cable station GUIDE CHS 122 for the PlusCode number rA that you entered in step 3 will appear automatically GUIDE CHANNEL SET on the Guide Channel Set De ay ee ira screen Input the number PRESS PROG TO END of the channel on which the broadcast for the PlusCode number is received on the VCR or cable box using the NUMBER keys CH AW or SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK e The Guide Channel Set screen appears only when you input the PlusCode number of a station for which the Guide Channel number has not previously been set e If you receive your channels with a cable box and if you have properly set your Controller CABLE CH appears in place of VCR CH If not refer to pages 16 18 ATTENTION If there is a conflict in the timer schedule and one program overlaps with another only the parts shown below in gray will be recorded Pattern 1 The program with the lower program number will be recorded 10 00 11 00 12 00 Program 1 CHTO Program 2 Not recorded Pattern 2 The program that is broadcast earlier will be recorded 10 00 11 00 12 00 Program 1 CH10 Program 2 Not recorded Pattern 3 The program that is broadcas
101. s OK or SHUTTLE PLUS b SELECT AUTO SP gt EP TIMER SET MODE Move the highlight bar FUNCTION arrow to AUTO SP EP VIDEO CALIBRATION ON AUTO TIMER FF AY or SHUTTLE PLUS SUPERIMPOSE ON AV then press OK or AUTO SP EP TIMER ON SHUTTLE PLUS gt to set to VIDEO STABILIZER OFF ON NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH A V AND OK PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU 4 NOTES If you have programmed the VCR to timer record 2 or more programs the second program and those thereafter may not fit on the tape if you set the Auto SPS EP Timer mode to ON In this case make sure the mode is not engaged then set the tape speed manually during timer programming In order to ensure that the recording fits on the tape this feature may leave a slight non recorded section at the end of the tape e There may be some noise at the point on the tape where the VCR switches from SP to EP mode e The Auto SPS EP Timer feature is not available during ITR Instant Timer Recording and the feature will work with the following tapes T ST 30 T ST 60 T ST 90 and T ST 120 Auto Timer When the Auto Timer is set to ON the timer is automatically engaged when the VCR s power is turned off It is automatically disengaged when the VCR is powered back on ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CH AW or SH
102. s to the index Repeat Playback START REPEAT Press and hold PLAY until blinks on the front display panel during playback then release e The entire tape is played back 50 times STOP REPEAT WA To stop press STOP at any time NOTE Pressing PLAY REW FF PAUSE or SHUTTLE PLUS ka or gt also stops Repeat Playback Counter Reset RESET COUNTER TO ZERO Press C RESET NOTE By pressing the DISPLAY button you can change the display to show the counter reading channel number clock time or tape remaining time Channel number is not displayed during playback 1 Tape Position Indicator The Tape position indicator appears on screen when from the stop mode you press FF REW or use the SHUTTLE ring or perform an Index Search or Instant ReView The position of in relation to B H B Beginning or E End shows you where you are on the tape COUNT 0 33 27 NOTES e SUPERIMPOSE must be set to ON or the indicator will not appear pg 29 t may take a few seconds for the Tape Position Indicator to be displayed Next Function Memory The Next Function Memory tells the VCR what to do after rewinding Before continuing ensure that the VCR is in stop mode a For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind press REW then press PLAY within 2 seconds b For Automatic Power Off After Tape Rewind press REW then press POWER with
103. t eee en 47 This facility allows you to automatically record a satellite e program which is timer programmed on your ekternal satellite Automatic Sa f receiver Connect a satellite receiver to the VCR s rear AUDIO VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN L 1 connectors and program the timer on the satellite receiver the VCR starts recording when the signals input from the satellite receiver to the rear AUDIO VIDEO e el ite 2 rog rg IM IN or S VIDEO IN L 1 connectors and when there is no input signals the VCR stops recording and the power shuts off If you have connected the satellite receiver to the VCR s Reco ra rn S VIDEO IN connector set REAR AUX INPUT to S VIDEO at the Function screen F pg 48 49 Before performing the following steps e Program the timer on the satellite receiver Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place SET TAPE SPEED Press SP EP to set the tape speed ENGAGE AUTO SATELLITE PROG REC MODE Press and hold REC LINK for about 2 seconds The button lights up and the VCR turns off automatically e To disengage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode press REC LINK The button s light goes off e If the VCR s power is off it is not possible to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode e Be sure not to turn on the satellite receiver before the program is executed otherwise the VCR will start recording when the satellite receiver s power is turned on
104. t and see if you can repair the trouble yourself Small problems are often easily corrected and this can save you the trouble of sending your VCR off for repair POWER SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 2 The clock works but the VCR s The TIMER mode is engaged with Press TIMER to disengage power won t come on Auto Timer set to OFF c pg 45 e The Child Lock mode is engaged Press and hold POWER on the remote to disengage the mode lt pg 57 3 The remote control won t function e The batteries are discharged Replace the dead batteries with new ones TAPE TRANSPORT SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 The cassette gets stuck partway e The cassette was inserted incorrectly Make sure the cassette s window is during loading and is ejected facing up the rear label side is facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is pointing towards the VCR Then insert the cassette PLAYBACK SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 The tape is running but the picture e If you re using the RF OUT connec Set the channel selector to channel 3 won t appear tion pg 6 the channel selector or 4 on the TV is set incorrectly e If you re using the AV connection Set the TV receiver to its AV mode pg 6 the TV receiver is set to the wrong mode 2 Breaks are noticeable in Hi Fi e Automatic tracking is engaged Disengage Auto Tracking and adjust soundtrack the tracking manually pg 2
105. t earlier will be recorded followed by the remaining portion of the other program 10 00 11 00 12 00 Program 1 CH10 Program 2 __ __ Not recorded EN 39 CHECK PROGRAM DATA The PlusCode number you entered and the matching PROGRAM 1 VCR PLUS 12345678 Timer Recording informa START STOP tion is displayed on the iL a a Play DATE CH Program screen Check to 12 24 99 12 SP THU make sure it s accurate PRESS 8 DAILY 9 WEEKLY e To change the stop time Sik ada SP EP press STOP e To timer record daily or weekly serials press DAILY NUMBER 8 or WEEKLY NUMBER 9 DAILY or WEEKLY appears on the Program screen Pressing the button again makes each corresponding display disappear e If you made a mistake press CANCEL to access the VCR Plus screen again and input the correct PlusCode number e If the PlusCode number you inputted is incorrect ERROR may appear on the screen to advise you of the error This happens when the PlusCode number is for a program which has already passed ERROR is displayed for about 5 seconds and the VCR Plus screen reappears SET TAPE SPEED Press SP EP RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press PROG or OK PROGRAM COMPLETED appears on the screen for about 5 seconds then normal screen appears ENGAGE TIMER MODE Press TIMER The VCR turns off automatically and is displayed on the display panel IMPORTANT If yo
106. t the soundtrack you wish to hear e Picture may be distorted during Audio Dubbing Pause t may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material without the consent of the copyright owner Eno Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously recorded tape with a new soundtrack Use your VCR as the recorder Sa nek ia Pre recorded tape TELL LLL Video Hi Fi audio track Audio dubbed tape MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect an audio component to your VCR s AUDIO IN L R connectors When connecting monaural equipment use only the VCR s AUDIO IN L connector SET RECORDER S INPUT MODE Set to AUX Press the NUMBER key 0 and or CH to select depending on the connector being used L 1 for the rear AUDIO VIDEO IN connector or F 1 for the front AUDIO VIDEO IN connector LOCATE START POINT Press PLAY to start playback of the tape in your VCR and press PAUSE when you find the point where you want to start dubbing ENGAGE AUDIO DUBBING Press A DUB Your VCR enters the Audio Dubbing Pause mode 2 4 blinks 1 and 2 light up on the front display panel START DUBBING Engage the audio component s Play mode then press PLAY to start the tape in your VCR Audio dubbing begins at this point e blinks and is displayed on the front display panel e To stop dubbing temporarily press PAUSE Pr
107. to change to the COUNT display if REMAIN is displayed Display Tape Remaining Time DISPLAY COUNTER INFORMATION Press OSD All indications corresponding to the VCR s current status are displayed for 5 seconds The counter display remains on the screen indicating the elapsed time DISPLAY TAPE REMAINING TIME Press DISPLAY until REMAIN appears on screen The approximate tape remaining time appears on the TV screen and also on the VCR display panel with a IK indicator HR S3600U only e The tape remaining time is calculated based on the tape speed SP or EP being used The indicated remaining time is only an estimate Press DISPLAY to change the on screen display from REMAIN to COUNT and vice versa and to show counter reading channel number clock time or tape remaining time on the front display panel Then channel number will not be displayed when the VCR is playing a tape Record One Program While Watching Another ENGAGE TV MODE During recording e Press TV VCR The VCR s VCR indicator goes out If you are using the RF connection F pg 6 to view EXIT THE DISPLAY the output from your VCR the TV broadcast being 3 Press OSD again recorded disappears e If you are using the AV connection pg 6 to view NOTES the output from your VCR change the TV s input e SUPERIMPOSE must be set to ON or the on screen mode from AV to TV di isplay will not ap
108. u have moved to a different area or if a broadcasting station s channel number has been changed the wrong VCR or CABLE CH number will be displayed on the VCR Plus program screen in step 5 When this happens set the correct Guide Channel number for that station pg 40 VCR Plus Setup NOTES e Jo disengage the timer before recording starts press TIMER again Pressing once more re engages it In case of a power failure after programming the VCR s memory backup keeps your selections for approximately 10 minutes e When timer recording cable channels received through a Cable Box be sure to keep the Cable Box set to ON AO en TIMER RECORDING cont IMPORTANT U 5 ae If you have moved to a different area or if a broadcasting station s channel number has been changed the wrong VCR or CABLE CH number will be displayed on the f VCR Plus program screen F step 5 on page 39 When e U O this happens perform the following steps to set the correct the Guide Channel number for that station Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV To ensure that VCR Plus Timer Recording operates correctly it mode is necessary to set the VCR Plus Guide Channel Set for each station Please read the following information carefully VCR Plus Guide Channel Matching The VCR Plus programming system assigns a VCR Plus Guide Channel to broadcast and cable TV channels These Guide Channel numbers are
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