RC305H-JM_BUSAJJK DVD VIDEO RECORDER DR-MV80B 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.
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is operated in a residential installation. This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9.
About the Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . .3 Recommended recordable DVD discs . . . . . .3 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Restrictions on video recording . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. About the Symbol Display “ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function is not permitted by this unit or specific media. Notes on Discs Handling Discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.
INTRODUCTION Recordable and Playable Discs DVD-RW (DVD - ReWritable) DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording. These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.
Playable Discs DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc) VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, MP3, WMA or JPEG files.
• You cannot record copy-protected video using this recorder. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Video discs and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is encountered during a recording, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message will be displayed on-screen. • Video that is ‘copy-once only’ can only be recorded using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode or DVD-RAM disc with CPRM (see below).
Front Panel a e fgh b i j a Disc Tray (DVD deck) Insert a disc here. b Z OPEN/CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. c Cassette Compartment (VCR deck) Insert a video cassette here. d Z EJECT Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. e STANDBY/ON (1/`) Switches the Recorder ON and OFF. f N / X (PLAY / PAUSE) Starts playback. Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode. g x (STOP) Stops playback h z (REC) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.
EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (Z) b B v V (left/right/up/down) - Opens and closes the disc tray. - Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. Selects menu options. INTRODUCTION Remote Control ENTER ( ) Confirms menu selections. a Skips 30 seconds forward during playback. DISPLAY AUX Accesses On-Screen Display. Displays information of current status. Changes the input to use for recording (AV1, AV2, or DV IN). RETURN (O) 0-9 numerical buttons Removes the menu. Selects numbered options in a menu.
Remote Control Function (Refer to page 7) Note: Remote Control A/B/C/D Code Switching The remote control is capable of controlling four JVC video units independently. Each of the units can respond to one of four codes (A, B, C or D). 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, B or D code signals. B/`` STANDBY/ON (1/&) Number 1-4 STOP (x) ENTER ( ) 1.
a b fg h c d INTRODUCTION Rear Panel e i a OPTICAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT) Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment. f COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT) Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment. b COMPONENT OUTPUT (Y PB PR) Connect to a TV with Y PB PR inputs g S-VIDEO OUTPUT Connect to a S-Video Input on TV. c INPUT 1 (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Cable/Satellite box, Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).
Hookup and Settings Depending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect the recorder. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary for additional connection information. Notes: • Make sure the Recorder is connected directly to the TV and tune the TV to the correct video input channel. • Do not connect the Recorder’s AUDIO OUTPUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.
HDMI connection HDMI compatible TV If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this recorder using a HDMI cable. 1. Connect the HDMI OUTPUT jack on the recorder to the HDMI INPUT jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor (H). 2. Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual). HDMI HOOKUP AND SETTINGS H Notes: • This unit will only provide up converted SD resolutions when a HD resolution has been selected for the HDMI output.
Connection to an Amplifier Rear of Recorder Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic II/Pro Logic Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the Recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system using the audio cables (A) supplied. Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/Video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS) 1.
Connecting a Digital Camcorder To use Timer-Link Recording, connect the INPUT1 jacks on the unit to the audio/video out jacks on your Cable/Satellite box, using the optional audio/video cables. (Refer to page 30 for “Timer-Link Recording”.) Cable/Satellite box AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV in/out jack of your DV Digital Camcorder to the front panel DV IN jack of this Recorder. Notes: This jack is for connection to DV equipment only.
Initial Setup W izard Using the Home Menu After the STANDBY/ON is pressed for the first time to turn on the unit or after factory setting (See page 15), the Initial Setup Wizard function sets the Language and Clock step-by-step until the setup is complete. From the Home Menu screen you can access all the Media for playback and recording of the recorder. 1. Use v / V to select a language for the Setup menu and information display then press ENTER. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2.
Initial Settings General Settings In this menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some require greater depth for the variety of settings. To access to the General Setting. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [Setup] > [Start] and press ENTER. (General) option and 3. Use v / V to select press B. HOOKUP AND SETTINGS 2.
Language Settings Audio Settings To access to the General Setting. To access to the General Setting. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [Setup] > [Start] and press ENTER. (Language) option and 3. Use v / V to select 2. Select [Setup] > [Start] and press ENTER. press B. 3. Use v / V to select (Audio) option and press B. Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options.
DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Auto Chapter With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation possible, thanks to digital audio technology. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). This allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to [ON] for this effect.
Finalize Disc Protect Finalizing ‘fixes’ the recordings in place so that the disc can be played on a regular DVD player or computer equipped with a suitable DVD-ROM drive. Finalizing a Video mode disc creates a menu screen for navigating the disc. The menu screen of the finalized disc can be accessed by pressing DISC MENU/LIST or TITLE.
General Explanation of On-Screen Display Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs, is displayed, action prohibited or not available. Displaying Disc Information on-screen You can display various information about the disc or tape loaded on-screen. Some items can be changed using the menu. 1. Press DISPLAY once to show current status.
Playback Playing a Tape Playing a DVD 1. Press VCR to control the VCR deck. 1. Press DVD to control the DVD deck. 2. Insert a pre-recorded video cassette. 2. Press EJECT, OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to open the disc tray. Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the playback side down. • If the unit is powered off, it will power on automatically when the tape is loaded. • If the Timer indicator lights on the front panel display window, press STANDBY/ON once. 3. Press PLAY (N) to start playback.
Buttons Operations Discs OPEN / CLOSE (Z) Opens or closes the disc tray. All Discs PAUSE (X) Pause playback. All Discs Press repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame. You can also use b / B to step backward and forward while in Pause mode. DVD ALL VCD DVD ALL ACD VCD DivX In Pause mode, press BACKWARD (m) / FORWARD (M) for slow motion playback. - DVD; 4 steps, - Video CD; 3 steps • This function is forward only for Video CD. DVD ALL VCD Press SKIP (> or .
DVD or Video CD Playback Features (Continued) Buttons Operations PLAY MODE Select a desired play mode while playback. AUDIO Discs [A-]: Repeats a sequence between A (Start point) and B (End point) during playback. Press ENTER at your chosen end point then the repeat sequence begins. DVD ALL VCD ACD Karaoke DVD [CHAPTER]: Repeats the current chapter. DVD ALL [TITLE]: Repeats the current title. DVD ALL [ALL]: Repeats the all titles/tracks. VCD ACD -RWVR [Track]: Repeats the current track.
If a menu screen is displayed DVD VCD In some cases, the disc menu might appear instead. DVD Use the b B v V buttons to select the title/chapter you want to view, then press ENTER to start. Press TITLE or DISC MENU/LIST to return to the menu screen. VCD Use the number buttons to select the track you want to view and press RETURN to return to the menu screen. Menu settings and operating procedures may differ. Follow the instructions on each menu screen. You may also set PBC to [OFF] (See page 18).
Playing a DivX Movie File Movie List menu options The recorder can play DivX files. Before playing DivX files, read “DivX file requirement” on right. 1. Press v / V to select a folder/file on the [Movie List] menu then press ENTER. [Movie List] menu options appear. 1. Press HOME. 2. Press v / V / b / B to select an option, and press ENTER. 2. Select [Movie] option. 3. Select a media that contains DivX file(s) then press ENTER. The [Movie List] menu appears on the TV screen.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA files Music List menu options 1. Press v / V to select a track/file or folder on the [Music List] menu then press ENTER. The Recorder can play Audio CDs and MP3/WMA files. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read [MP3/WMA audio file requirement] on right. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [Music] > [DISC] and press ENTER. The [Music List] menu appears on the TV screen. 2. Use v / V to select an option, then press ENTER.
V iewing a JPEG files This unit can play JPEG files. Before playing JPEG recordings, read “Photo file requirement” on page 27. Photo List menu options 1. Use v V b B to select a file then press ENTER. The menu options appear. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [Photo] > [DISC]] and press ENTER. 3. Use v V b B to select a file or folder and press ENTER. 2. Use v / V to select an option then press ENTER to confirm your selection.
View Slide Shows Photo file requirement 1. Select [Slide Show] option on the [Photo List] menu. File extensions “.jpg” 2. Press ENTER. Photo size: Resolution size: 1280 x 720 (W x H) pixel Less than 4MB recommended CD-R Format: ISO 9660 and JOLIET. DVD±R/RW Format: ISO 9660 (UDF Bridge format) 3. Use b / B / v / V to set the options. [Object] option: • [Selected] Views slide show only selected files. • [All] Views slide show all files.
Recording About DVD recording • Notes: • This Recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. The displayed times for recording and time remaining may not always add up to exactly the length of the disc. • The recording time available may decrease if you heavily edit a disc. • Fingerprints and small scratches on a disc can affect playback and/or recording performance. Please take proper care of your discs.
You can record from an external component, such as a TV, camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the Recorder’s external inputs. 1. Make sure that the component you want to record from is connected properly to the Recorder. See page 13. 2. Press AUX repeatedly to select the external input to record from. • AV1: Audio/Video Input mounted on back panel. • AV2: Audio/Video Input mounted on front panel. • DV: DV Input mounted on front panel. 3. Load a recordable disc or tape. 4.
T imer-Link Recording (External T imer Recording) If the external device such as Cable/Satellite box that is connected to this unit has the timer reservation function, this unit can record the input signal from external device via the timer INPUT 1 jack. 1. Connect the INPUT 1 input jacks on this unit to the VIDEO AUDIO(L/R) jack on the external device using the audio/video cables. 2. Set the timer reservation setting of the external device.
T imer Recording • If the unit is DVD mode when the VCR timer recording ends, the unit will not automatically power off. The Timer Recording function allows you to record up to 16 programs within a period of one month. • There is a short delay when a timer recording finishes to confirm the recorded program. If two timer recordings are set to record sequentially (one right after the other), the later program may not be recorded. • You must press STOP (x) to stop the Timer Recording. 1.
Dubbing from DVD to VCR Dubbing from VCR to DVD You can copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape using the DUBBING button. You can copy the contents of a VHS tape to a DVD using the DUBBING button. This allows you to archive your old VHS tapes to DVD. 1. Insert a blank VHS videotape into the VCR deck. 2. Insert the disc you wish to copy in the DVD deck and close the disc tray. 1. Insert a blank DVD disc in the DVD deck and close the disc tray. 3.
Recording from DV Input • Before DV dubbing • Note: • Connect the DV cable after turnning the camcorder off. • The unit may not acknowledge the camcorder depending on the kinds. In this case, you may have it acknowledged by switching the unit off, and then on. Recording from a Digital Camcorder You can record from a digital camcorder connected to the DV IN jack on the front panel of this recorder. Using the recorder’s remote, you can control both the camcorder and this recorder.
Editing T itle List and Chapter List Menu Overview 1 2 3 4 5 67 Using the Title List menu you can edit video content. The editing features available in the Title List menu depend on whether you are editing video on DVD, and whether you’re editing Original content, or a Playlist. There are two ways to edit VR mode DVD-RW discs. You can directly edit the Original content of the disc, or you can create and edit a Playlist.
Titles, Chapters and Parts Titles in the disc’s original content contain one or more chapters. When you insert a disc’s title into the Playlist, all the chapters within that title also appear. In other words, chapters in the Playlist behave exactly as chapters on a DVD-Video disc do. Parts are sections of Original or Playlist titles. From the Original and Playlist menu you can add or delete parts. Adding a chapter or title to the Playlist creates a new title made up of a section (ie.
Making a New Playlist -RWVR RAM Use this function to add an Original title or chapter to the Playlist. When you do this, the whole title or chapter are put into the Playlist (you can delete bits you don’t need later - see [Deleting an Original or Playlist title/chapter] on page 37). The title appears in the Playlist complete with the chapter markers that appear in the Original. However, if you add more chapter markers to the Original later, these are not automatically copied over into the Playlist title.
Deleting an Original or Playlist T itle/Chapter When you erase a title or chapter from the Playlist menu, you only remove it from the Playlist; the title/chapter remains in the Original menu. If you choose to delete a title or chapter from the Original (title/chapter) menu, the title or chapter is actually deleted from the disc and the remaining time available for recording increases. Titles/chapters deleted from the Original are also removed from the Playlist.
Naming a T itle You can name the titles. 1. Choose the title you want to name on the Title List menu, then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. 2. Use v/V to select [Edit] > [Title Name] option then press ENTER. Keyboard menu appears. Notes: • Names can be up to 32 characters long. • For discs formatted on a different recorder, you will see only a limited character set.
Moving a Playlist Chapter -RWVR RAM Use this function to re-arrange the playing order of Playlist chapters on the Chapter List-Playlist menu. Note: This function is not available if there is only one chapter. 1. Select a chapter on the Chapter List-Playlist menu. 2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. 3. Use v / V to select [Move] option from Playlist options then press ENTER.
Divide One T itle Into Two +RW Combining Two Chapters Into One -RWVR +RW +R RAM Use this command to split a title up into two new titles. Use this function to combine two adjacent chapters into one. 1. On the Title List menu, select a title you want to divide then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the screen. 1. On the Chapter List menu, select the second chapter of the two chapters you want to combine then press ENTER The menu options appears on the left side of the screen. 2.
Overwriting Recording +RW To overwrite a new video recording on a previously recorded title, follow these steps. This feature is not available for DVD+Rs, that always record at the end of the Disc. 2. On DVD mode, press TITLE in Play mode or Stop mode. Title List menu will appear as shown below. 1. Select input source you want to record (AV1-2). 2. Press DISC MENU/LIST to display the TITLE LIST menu. 3. To play back a title, select the title you want then press ENTER or PLAY (N).
Reference Language Code 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 Recorder signal output. Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so the picture from the Recorder appears on the TV screen. The video cable is not connected securely. Connect the video cable into the jacks securely.
Symptom Correction No disc is inserted. No tape is inserted. 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. The disc is dirty. Clean the disc. Video tape cannot be inserted.
Can’t play disc recorded on this Recorder on another DVD player. Cannot record or did not record successfully. Stereo Audio Record and/or Playback not present. Correction Cause Symptom The disc was recorded in Video mode. Finalize the disc; see page 18. Some players will not play even a finalized disc recorded in Video mode. No solution. The disc was recorded in VR mode. The other player must be RW compatible in order to play it.
Specifications General Power requirements AC 120V, 60 Hz Power consumption 23W Dimensions (approx.) 430 X 80 X 260 mm (16.9 x 3.1 x 10.2 inches) (w x h x d) Net Weight (approx.) 4.19 kg (9.2 lbs) Operating temperature Operating humidity Signal system 5˚C to 35˚C (41˚F to 95˚F) 5 % to 90 % NTSC Recording Recording format Recordable discs Recordable time DVD VideoRecording, DVD-VIDEO DVD+/-Recordable; DVD+/-Rewritable, DVD-Random Access Memory DVD; Approx.
DVD Specifications Laser system Semiconductor laser, wavelength 650 nm Frequency response DVD (PCM 48 kHz): 8 Hz to 22 kHz, CD: 8 Hz to 20 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio More than 95dB Harmonic distortion Less than 0.008% Dynamic range More than 90 dB Inputs VIDEO IN (AV1,2) 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2 AUDIO IN (AV1,2) - 6.
Index Numerics 16:9 15 4:3 Letter Box 15 4:3 Pan Scan 15 3D Surround 23 A Angle 23 AUDIO 7, 20, 22 Audio Settings 16 Auto Chapter 17 AV IN 2 6 B BACKWARD 20, 21 C Chapter List 34, 35 Cleaning Discs 2 CLEAR 7, 20 Clock Set 15 Combine 34, 40 Connection Video 10 Audio 12 HDMI 11 Component 10 S-Video 10 Amplifier 12 Recorder 13 Digital Camcorder 13 Counter 20 CPRM 5 D Delete 34, 37 Deleting a Part 37 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT 9 Disc Information 19 Disc Label 18 Disc Menu 16 DISC MENU/LIST 21 Disc Protect 18 Disc Set
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