HR-XVC38BU/HR-XVC39SU DVD PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER HR-XVC38BU HR-XVC39SU For Customer Use: INSTRUCTIONS 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.
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. AND THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9 Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . About the Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Types of Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting the Viewing Source . . . . . . . .
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of your DVD+VCR. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service location. Moisture Condensation Never operate the DVD+VCR immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Leave it for two or three hours without operating it.
Types of Playable Discs DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Audio CD and Video CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) In addition, this unit plays DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, SVCD, and CD-R / CD-RW that contains audio titles, and/or JPEG files. This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format (VR mode). Notes: • Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs cannot be played on the unit.
A Introduction Front Panel B C D E FG H I A Disc Tray (DVD deck) DVD Insert a disc here. J K L [P] Insert a video cassette here. P DVD+VCR VCR is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed. (VCR part only) B Cassette Compartment [P] DVD(VCR deck) DVD DVD DVD C POWER 1/: DVD MN O [P] [P] [P] [P] Switches the DVD+VCR ON and OFF. D REW (m) - DVD: Skip to beginning of current chapter or track, press twice in quick successions to go to previous chapter or track.
Remote Control J REW (m)/FF (M) - DVD: Search backward or forward. A B C R S T K D E F G H I U V M W X Y L N O P J Z K a L M N O P Q b c d e f Q R S T U V A POWER (1/&) Switches DVD+VCR ON and OFF. B DVD Select the DVD+VCR function mode to DVD. C TV/VCR To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by the TV tuner. D DISPLAY Accesses On-Screen Display. Switches between the clock, tape counter and tape remaining modes on the display. E CH (-/+) Selects VCR channels.
Introduction Rear Panel Caution Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit. A B C D E G H F I A ANT.IN Connect the VHF/UHF/CATV antenna to this terminal. B VCR IN LINE 1 (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder). C DVD/VCR OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right)) Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs.
Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV To view or record a CATV channel A Antenna: Disconnect the antenna from the rear of the TV and identify the antenna cable. If it is a round 75 ohm coaxial cable connect it directly to the jack marked ANT.IN on your DVD+VCR. If your antenna cable is flat connect it to a 300-ohm to 75-ohm antenna adaptor (not supplied) and slip the adaptor over the ANT.IN jack. Don’t attempt to screw it into to the DVD+VCR. 2. Set the DVD+VCR channel selector to the cable output channel.
Notes: Rear of TV ANTENNA INPUT VIDEO INPUT L R V • The 480p and 720p resolutions are Progressive scan applied resolutions. AUDIO INPUT R • Progressive scan does not work with the analog video connections (yellow VIDEO OUT jack and S-VIDEO OUT jack). A1 Rear of DVD+VCR Resolution Setting The resolution setting support only DVD playback. 1. Before you set the resolution, this unit must be in stop mode. Press STOP (x) to stop playback. 2. Press OUTPUT STATUS on the front panel once.
HDMI Connection (DVD deck only) HDMI compatible TV HDMI If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this DVD+VCR using a HDMI cable. H 1. Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual). 2. Connect the HDMI OUT jack on the unit to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor using an optional HDMI cable (H). 3. Press OUTPUT STATUS on the front panel repeatedly to select the desired resolution.
Connection to an Amplifier Rear of DVD+VCR You can only listen to DVD playback using OPTICAL (O), COAXIAL (X) and AUDIO OUT (A2) connections. The tuner and VCR will still be heard through the RF.OUT (R) or DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT (A1) jack. (See page 11.) Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT (or DVD/ VCR AUDIO OUT) jacks on the DVD+VCR to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system using optional audio cables (A1, A2).
Initial Settings - VCR By using the VCR Setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as clock setting, and timer recordings. Your DVD+VCR allows remote control adjustment of several features. General Operation 1. Press VCR on the remote control. 2. Press SETUP MENU and the MAIN menu will appear. • AUTO CLOCK SET The Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory. In the ON setting, the DVD+VCR looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information.
TUNING SETUP This DVD+VCR is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 181 channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125. Auto Channel Programming FUNCTION OSD Preparation The on-screen display can be turned on or off. AUDIO MODE 1. Choose the SOURCE SELECT option, then use b / B to select TUNER. Use b / B to switch among TUNER, LINE1, and LINE2. 2. Choose the AUTO CHANNEL SET option, then use b / B to find channels.
Displaying Disc Information on-screen - DVD You can display various information about the disc loaded on-screen. 1. Press DISPLAY to show various playback information. The items displayed differ depending on the disc type or playing status. 1/3 1 / 12 0:20:09 Initial Settings - DVD By using the DVD Setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup menu, among other things.
LANGUAGE AUDIO Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set this unit’s AUDIO options according to the type of audio system you use. Menu Language Disc Audio / Subtitle / Menu Select the language you prefer for the audio track (disc audio), subtitles, and the disc menu. Original: Refers to the original language in which the disc was recorded.
OTHERS Remote Control Function Remote Control A/B/C Code Switching PBC The remote control is capable of controlling three JVC video units independently. Each of the units can respond to one of three codes (A, B or C). The remote control is preset to send C code signals because your unit is initially set to respond to C code signals. You can easily modify your unit to respond to A or B code signals. Set Playback Control (PBC) to On or Off. On: Video CDs with PBC are played according to the PBC.
This chapter describes how to operate the VCR and DVD. VCR Tape Playback Press the VCR button to select the device to be operated. Basic Instructions 1. Turn on the TV. 2. Tune the TV to the DVD+VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4) or if a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the DVD+VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO. 3. Insert a pre-recorded video cassette. The indicator lights and the DVD+VCR powers on automatically. 4.
Slow Motion 1. While in still mode, press FF (M). The tape is played at a speed 1/19 times slower than the normal speed. 2. Use CH (- / +) on the Remote Control if necessary to adjust the tracking. 3. To return to the normal speed, press PLAY (N). Notes: • During slow motion, audio is muted and horizontal lines (noise bars) may appear on the TV screen. This is normal. 2.
Basic Instructions 1. Turn on the DVD+VCR and TV. 2. Tune the TV to the DVD+VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4) or if a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the DVD+VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO. 3. Insert a video cassette with the safety tab intact. 4. Select the desired channel using CH (- / +). 5. If you are recording from another source via audio/video input jacks (at the rear or front panel), select LINE1 or LINE2 using AUX. 6.
CHANNEL: Select a TV channel, LINE1 or LINE2. If you have CABLE TV and use a cable box (converter) you must set the channel to match the cable box output channel (usually CH 3 or 4). Change channels on the cable box instead of with the DVD+VCR. If you use a cable converter, you can program multiple recordings only on the converter box output channel. This is because the converter determines what channel you view through your DVD+VCR.
Instant Timer Recording Extending the Recording Time With this feature you can record for a preset length without using the program timer. The recording time can be extended anytime by pressing REC (z). Subsequent presses result in advancing the recording time by 30-minute increments. 2. Be sure the TV is tuned to the DVD+VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4). If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the DVD+VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO. 3.
Copying from DVD to VCR You can copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape. 1. Insert the disc you wish to copy into the DVD deck and close the disc tray. 2. Insert a blank VHS video tape into the VCR deck. Each press of the ENTER/OK changes the TV screen in the following sequence. STOP SP CH 4 STEREO APR 30 , SAT 2:15 PM 3. Find the place on the DVD from which you want to start dubbing using the PLAY, FF, REW and PAUSE functions.
Additional VCR Information • During manual recording, timer recording, Instant Timer Recording, playback, or fast forward modes, the DVD+VCR automatically starts rewinding the tape at the end of the tape. The cassette stops at the beginning of the tape and is ejected. • After you have finished using the DVD+VCR, rewind, eject, and remove the cassette. Place the cassette in its protective sleeve to protect it from dust.
Operations - DVD Playback Setup • Turn the TV on and select the video input source connected to this unit. • Audio System: Turn the Audio System on and select the input source connected to this unit. 1. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to open the disc tray. 2. Load your chosen disc in the tray with the playback side down. 3. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to close the tray. READING appears on the display window, and playback starts automatically. If playback does not start, press PLAY (N).
Buttons Operations ZOOM During playback or pause mode, press ZOOM to enlarge the video image (3 steps). You can move through the zoomed picture using b B v V buttons. Press CLEAR (0000) to exit. Discs DVD VCD JPEG Notes: • Zoom may not work on some DVDs. • For JPEG files, the zoom function is not available when the resolution is set to 720p or 1080i. RANDOM During playback or in stop mode, press RANDOM for random playback.
Programmed Playback To Recall or Clear a Marked Scene 1. During disc playback, press SEARCH. The marker search menu appears on the screen. 2. Within 10 seconds, press b / B to select a marker number that you want to recall or clear. 3. Press ENTER/OK and playback starts from the marked scene. Or, press CLEAR (0000) and the marker number is erased from the list. 4. You can play any marker by inputting its number on the marker search menu. Last Scene Memory DVD ACD VCD1.
Viewing a JPEG File Using this DVD+VCR you can view discs with JPEG files. 1. Insert a disc and close the tray. The PHOTO menu appears on the TV screen. Slide Show Use v V b B to highlight the press ENTER/OK. (Slide Show) then Still Picture 1. Press PAUSE (X) during slide show. The player will now go into PAUSE mode. 2. To return to the slide show, press PLAY (N) or press PAUSE (X) again. Moving to another File Press SKIP (> or .
Playing a DVD VR Format Disc Maintenance and Service This unit can play DVD-RW discs (VR mode) recorded and finalized on other devices. Refer to the information in this chapter before contacting a service technician. 1. Insert a disc and close the tray, the DVD-VR menu appears on the TV screen. Handling the Unit When shipping the unit Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials.
Reference Language Codes List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Symptom Cause Correction No power. • The power cord is disconnected. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. Abnormal or no picture • The TV is not set to receive DVD+VCR signal output. • Insert a disc or tape. (Check that the disc or tape indicator in the display window is lit.) • The video cable is not connected securely.
Symptom The DVD+VCR does not start playback. Cause • No disc is inserted. • No tape is inserted. Correction • Insert a disc or tape. (Check that the disc or tape indicator in the display window is lit.) • An unplayable disc is inserted. • Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type and Regional code.) • The disc is placed upside down. • Place the disc with the playback side down. • The disc is not placed within the guide. • Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide.
Specifications General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions (approx.) Weight (approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Signal system 120 V, 60 Hz 18 W 16.9" X 3.1" X 10.4" (430 X 78.5 X 265 mm) (w x h x d) 9.26 lbs (4.2 kg) 5˚C to 40˚C (41˚F to 104˚F) 5 % to 90 % NTSC Inputs ANTENNA IN VHS VIDEO IN (LINE1, 2) VHS AUDIO IN (LINE1, 2) 75 ohms (VHF/UHF/CATV) 1 V (p-p) 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2 -6.
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