D-VHS DIGITAL RECORDER HM-DH5U MTP NTSC POWER EJECT TIMER HDMI D–VHS D–THEATER STOP CH DOLBY–D PCM REC HDMI D–VHS SPEED K REC DTS PAUSE REW PLAY FF AUDIO MONITOR i.LINK F–1 S–VIDEO ––––– MENU ––––– VIDEO (MONO)L–AUDIO–R INSTRUCTIONS 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.
EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC D-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 NOTE: 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.
EN 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.
EN USE SERVICING 1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: • 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. • Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. • Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.
EN 5 Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the VCR, Remote 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 or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc.
EN INDEX CONTENTS 7 Front panel....................................................7 Rear panel ....................................................8 Front display panel .......................................9 On-screen display ....................................... 10 Remote........................................................ 11 INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR 12 Connections................................................. 12 Basic Connection.....................................................
EN INDEX Front panel A D B C E F G H J L MN I K POWER EJECT TIMER D–VHS HDMI D–THEATER STOP CH DOLBY–D PCM REC HDMI D–VHS SPEED REC DTS PAUSE REW PLAY FF AUDIO MONITOR i.
EN INDEX (cont.) Rear panel K L M i.LINK IN/OUT DV IN N HDMI OUT OPTICAL S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L AUDIO AUDIO S400 D-THEATER REGION 1 VHF/UHF PCM/STREAM DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ANTENNA Y PB/CB PR/CR IN R COMPONENT VIDEO OUT A B C A AC power cord : A page 13 B Cooling fan • This prevents the temperature from rising inside the VCR. Do not remove it. • Install the VCR so as not to block the area around the cooling fan.
EN Front display panel A BC J I H D - S - VHS CH G A B C D D F Progressive mode indicator : A page 14, 65 Timer mode indicator : A page 41, 45 Satellite Auto Recording indicator : A page 47 Channel/auxiliary input ([L1],[L2],[F1],[I-1] etc.
EN INDEX (cont.) On-screen display A B C DEF G D-VHS INDEX -9 P B E D-VHS JVC D-VHS STD 12:59 AM R H I HD CH 123 SAP HM-DH5 J K OFF O A B C D E F N Cassette indication Cassette type indication : A page 35 Index no. indication : A page 31 VCR operation mode indication Audio monitor indications : A page 30 Clock time Time counter* Tape remaining time (When “REMAIN” appears)** * To reset the time counter, press [C.RESET] on the Remote. The counter reading becomes “0:00:00”.
EN Remote A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T REMOTE CODE POWER A/B/C/D TV/VCR VCR CABLE TV /DBS PROGRAM START .,? PROG.CHECK TIMER DATE TV/VCR CH STOP ABC DEF REC LINK SUBTITLE GHI JKL DBS DAILY PQRS TUV C. RESET MNO REC SPEED WEEKLY WXYZ ENTER AUX SKIP SEARCH CANCEL PLAY FF REW STOP REC PAUS E MENU TV VOL NAVI BACK ENTER OSD DISPLAY NITOR A .
EN Connections INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR To [i.LINK IN/OUT] To i.LINK Input/Output Connector i.LINK Cable (not supplied) Flat Feeder Antenna or Cable Coaxial Cable Matching Transformer (not supplied) i.
EN Basic Connection A Check contents D Situate VCR C Connect VCR to TV * If your TV does not have a HDMI or DVI connector, you can make a ‘Component Video Connection’ or ‘VIDEO/S-VIDEO Connection’ as stated below: Component Video Connection a– Connect a component video cable between the VCR’s [COMPONENT VIDEO OUT] connectors and the TV’s component video input connectors. b– Connect an audio cable between the VCR’s [AUDIO OUTPUT] connectors and the TV’s audio input connectors.
EN INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR (cont.) DIGITAL IN When your TV has only DVI input, you can use a commercially available HDMI to DVI conversion cable to connect between the VCR and your TV. R AUDIO L To [HDMI OUT] VIDEO HDMI to DVI conversion cable (commercially available, not supplied) To DVI connector HDMI Cable (not supplied) OR Component Video Cable (not supplied) Audio Cable (supplied) To [COMPONENT VIDEO OUT] To [HDMI OUT] i.
EN Digital Set Top Box Connection If you are using a HD Ready TV, you can make use of this connection to connect to the VCR. First, check the contents and situate the VCR as instructed in steps A and B on page 13. Then go to the following steps. C Connect VCR to Digital Set Top Box A Connect an i.LINK cable between the VCR’s [i.LINK IN/OUT] connector and Digital Set Top Box’s i.LINK input/output connector.
EN Plug & Play Setting INITIAL SETTINGS This VCR sets the clock and tuner channels automatically when AC power cord is first connected to an AC outlet. The antenna cable must be connected for the Plug & Play setting. The time and date can be set automatically by the clock setting data transmitted from one of the regular TV broadcast channels. We call this TV channel the host channel and it is a PBS channel in your area.
EN Clock Setting • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. 17 Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug & Play setting or if you use a cable box. Access the Clock Set screen to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Set. Each procedure starts from step C after preparation steps below are finished. If you use a cable box, set the clock manually.
EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) Setting clock semiautomatically E — Semiauto Clock Set You can change the host channel/D.S.T. /time zone setting manually. First follow steps A to B on page 17, then go to the following steps. C Access Auto Clock Set screen Press [FG] to move the arrow to “AUTO CLOCK SET”, then press [OK].
EN Setting clock manually — Manual Clock Set VCR CABLE TV /DBS First follow steps A to B on page 17, then go to the following steps. C D Access Manual Clock Set screen Press [FG] to move the arrow to “MANUAL CLOCK SET”, then press [OK]. Set time Press [D E] until the desired time appears, then press [G]. FUNCTION SET UP • Holding [D E] changes the time in 30-minute intervals. H C-G E TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP MANUAL CLOCK SET TIME : DATE 1/1 (THU) YEAR 2004 D.S.
EN Tuner Setting INITIAL SETTING (cont.) Setting channels automatically — Auto Channel Set •Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. •Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. VCR CABLE TV /DBS Use Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set correctly by the Plug & Play setting. If you want to add or delete channels, use Manual Channel Set (A page 21). A Access Main Menu screen B Access Tuner Set Up screen C AD Press [MENU].
EN Setting channels manually — Manual Channel Set You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually. VCR CABLE TV /DBS A Access Main Menu screen B Access Tuner Set Up screen D C AE Press [MENU]. A Press [D E] to move the arrow to “TUNER SET UP”, then press [G] or [OK]. B Press [D E] to move the arrow to “TUNER SET”, then press [G] or [OK]. Access Manual Channel Set screen Press [FG] to move the arrow to “MANUAL CH SET”, then press [OK].
EN Cable Box Control Setting 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: INITIAL SETTING (cont.) The following 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.
EN • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. VCR CABLE TV /DBS BG Setting cable box input channel & brand After installation, set the cable box input channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly. A Turn on cable box B Access Main Menu screen on VCR C Access Cable Set Up screen C-F D Select a channel other than channel 9 on your cable box. Press [MENU].
EN E CABLE BOX BRAND LIST Enter cable box brand Press [FG] to move the arrow to “BRAND”. Press [D E] to enter the brand code from the list shown to the right. F INITIAL SETTING (cont.) FUNCTION SET UP BRAND TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP CABLE SET UP INPUT CH OFF BRAND 1 TEST MODE MENU OK EXIT SELECT SELECT WITH ARROW KEYS THEN PRESS [OK] Engage test mode Press [FG] to move the arrow to “TEST MODE”, then press [OK].
EN 25 DBS Receiver Control Setting The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver. The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the DBS receiver’s channels during timer recording. Suggested location NOTES: 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.
EN INITIAL SETTING (cont.) • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. VCR CABLE TV /DBS B Setting DBS receiver input channel & brand After installation, set the DBS receiver’s input channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly.
EN E Enter DBS Receiver’s brand Press [FG] to move the arrow to “BRAND”. Press [D E] to enter the brand code from the following list. VCR CABLE TV /DBS FUNCTION SET UP TUNER SET UP INPUT CH OFF BRAND 40 TEST MODE MENU OK EXIT SELECT BRAND G EF INITIAL SET UP DBS SET UP SELECT WITH ARROW KEYS THEN PRESS [OK] CODE JVC (DISH Network) ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) SONY (DSS) RCA (DSS) F 27 51 51 41 40 Engage test mode Press [FG] to move the arrow to “TEST MODE”, then press [OK].
EN Basic Playback • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. [POWER] A B [STOP(L)] PLAYBACK This VCR can check the tape condition during playback (and recording), and realize the best possible pictures. • This VCR can play back tapes that have been recorded in D-VHS (MTP), S-VHS, S-VHS ET and VHS formats and automatically identifies the recording format.
EN A Basic Playback Features mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. E B [PLAY(I)] E C Checking tape position The tape position indicator appears on the screen in the following cases: • When you change the VCR operation mode from the stop mode to fast forward or rewind mode. • When you perform an Index Search (A page 31). The position of “Z” in relation to “B” (Beginning) or “E” (End) shows you where you are on the tape.
EN C Adjusting tracking condition PLAYBACK (cont.) D — Tracking Adjustments Automatic tracking adjustment Selecting monitor sound — Audio Monitor You can select the desired monitor sound. This VCR automatically adjusts the tracking condition. Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, automatic tracking starts working and continuously analyzes the signal to enable optimum picture quality during playback. While playing back a tape on which stereo sound or SAP sound is recorded, press [A.
EN E Automatic operations after rewinding — Next Function Memory The Next Function Memory tells the VCR what to do after rewinding is complete. • Ensure that the VCR is in stop mode. a– For Automatic Playback Start Press [REW (O)], then press [PLAY (I)] within 2 seconds. b– For Automatic Power Off Press [REW (O)], then press [POWER] within 2 seconds. c– For Automatic Timer Standby Press [REW (O)], then press [TIMER (j)] within 2 seconds.
EN PLAYBACK (cont.) Some D-Theater tapes or D-VHS tapes may contain multiple programs, angles, sounds or subtitles. If a tape contains them, the icons appear on the top right corner of the TV screen when you press [OSD]. Program Selection Sound Selection PROG. 1 1. STEREO PROG. 2 2. Dolby D During normal playback, press [TV/VCR CH +/–] on the Remote to select the desired program. • It is impossible to select the program if the tape does not contain multiple programs.
EN Special Effect Playback • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. 33 With this VCR, you can enjoy special effect playback such as high-speed search, variable-speed search, and still playback and so on. A Locating particular scene rapidly — Picture Search L High-Speed Picture Search Possible during normal playback or still picture playback. You can rapidly locate a particular scene on the tape.
EN PLAYBACK (cont.) C VCR CABLE TV /DBS Viewing still picture frame by frame — Frame-by-Frame Playback (S-VHS/VHS only) 1 [TV/VCR CH+/ ] Pause during playback Press [PAUSE (W)]. Playback is freezed and a still picture appears. 2 Advance or reverse still picture To advance a still picture, press [T] or [PAUSE (W)] repeatedly. To reverse a still picture, press [S] repeatedly. [PLAY (I)] C-2 D B To resume normal playback, press [PLAY (I)].
EN RECORDING Basic Recording • Turn on the TV (and/or Digital Set Top Box), and select the channel to be recorded. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CASSETTE [POWER] LOADING [STOP(L)] [CHANNEL +/–] This VCR can check the tape condition during recording (and playback), and realizes the best possible pictures. In addition, this VCR is equipped with the Video Navigation function, which allows you to quickly locate the programs you have recorded on a tape.
EN D-VHS/S-VHS/VHS Recording A Load a cassette Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover the hole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette. • The [D-VHS], [S-VHS] or [VHS] indicator on the front display panel will light up respectively in accordance to the type of cassette inserted (DVHS, S-VHS or VHS). The respective recording mode is enabled. B C Select recording channel On the front panel: Press [CHANNEL +] or [–]. On the Remote: a– Press [TV/VCR CH +] or [–].
EN Basic Recording Features A 37 Changing display information Press [DISPLAY]. Each time you press the button, the front display panel shows the clock time, remaining time and the time counter in sequence. • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. Time Counter Clock Time • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. Remaining Time B • The remain [r] indicator will be displayed when the front display panel shows the remaining time.
EN RECORDING (cont.) C VCR CABLE TV /DBS 1 2 Watching one program while recording another Engage TV mode During recording... • Change the TV’s input mode from AV to TV. Select channel for viewing Select the channel you want to watch, on the TV. D Showing on-screen display When “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to “ON” (A page 66), you can see the current VCR status on the TV screen. • For more detailed information about the on-screen display, see page 10.
EN Other useful functions for recording You can also use the following functions for recording. • “V. CALIBRATION” (S-VHS/VHS only) (A page 63) When this function is set to “ON”, this VCR checks the condition of the tape in use during playback and recording, and compensates to provide the highestpossible pictures. Accidental erasure prevention To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette, remove its record safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
EN VCR Plus+ C3® Timer Programming • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the TIMER RECORDING Timer recording allows you to program the VCR to automatically record a broadcast at some future time. Up to 24 timer recording programs can be made using VCR Plus+ timer programming or Express timer programming method (A page 44) as far as a year in advance.
EN D Input receiving channel number The guide channel number, which is assigned to the TV or GUIDE CH 12 VCR CH cable station for the PlusCode number that you entered in OK SELECT WITH ARROW KEYS step C, will appear SELECT THEN PRESS [OK] automatically on the EXIT Guide Channel Set Up screen. Press [D E] to input the number of the channel on which the broadcast for the PlusCode number is received on the VCR or cable box, then press [OK].
EN Changing VCR Plus+ C3® Setting • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. TIMER RECORDING (cont.) IMPORTANT: If you have moved to a different area or if a broadcasting station’s channel number has been changed, the wrong VCR CH or CABLE CH number will be displayed on the Program screen (A page 41 step E ). When this happens, perform the following steps to set the correct guide channel number for that station.
EN A B C D Access Main Menu screen Press [MENU]. A Press [D E] to move the arrow to “INITIAL SET UP”, then press [G] or [OK]. B Press [D E] to move the arrow to “GUIDE CHANNEL”, then press [G] or [OK]. TUNER SET UP FUNCTION SET UP CLOCK SET INITIAL SET UP GUIDE CHANNEL GUIDE CH OTHER 6 VCR CH MENU OK EXIT SELECT Press [D E] to input the VCR Plus+ guide channel number as shown in the TV listing. E (Eg.) When inputting the guide channel number for number 6 WNJU(Ind.
EN Express Timer Programming TIMER RECORDING (cont.) You can directly program the VCR’s timer to record up to 24 broadcasts, as far as a year in advance. Remember, the clock must be set before you can program the timer (A page 17). A • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. Load a cassette Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover the hole with adhesive tape, then load it into the VCR.
EN H Set recording speed I Return to normal screen J Press [REC SPEED] to set the recording speed. Press [D E] to move the arrow to “CONFIRM”, then press [OK]. “PROGRAM COMPLETED PRESS [TIMER] TO ENTER TIMER STANDBY MODE” appears on the screen, then press [OK] to return to normal screen. Engage timer recording standby mode Press [TIMER (j)]. The VCR turns off automatically and [j] is displayed on the front display panel.
EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.) B • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. 1 A - 2,3 B-3 A-1 B-4 B-2 2 Checking program settings 3 Disengage timer 4 • When “AUTO TIMER” (A page 66) is set to “ON”, you do not have to press [TIMER (j)]. • The clock must be set to access the program list. • If you have not set the clock, the Main Menu screen appears after an error message is displayed.
EN Satellite Auto Recording A 47 Set timer program on DBS receiver • For timer programming method, refer to the manual supplied with the DBS receiver. • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. This function allows you to automatically record a satellite program which is timer-programmed on your DBS receiver.
EN i.LINK Timer Programming TIMER RECORDING (cont.) This VCR can perform D-VHS recording of a program which is timer-programmed on your Integrated HDTV (or Digital Set Top Box). A • Turn on the VCR and the TV (and/or Digital Set Top Box). • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. Load a D-VHS cassette Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover the hole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette.
EN Video Remote Control Timer Programming • Turn on the VCR and the TV (and/or Digital Set Top Box). • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the This VCR can perform analog recording of a program which is timer-programmed on your Integrated HDTV (or Digital Set Top Box). A B Remote to [VCR]. E A B D E Select analog input location on the VCR Set recording speed Press [REC SPEED] to set the recording speed.
EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.) 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 Program 1 11:00 CH10 Program 2 CH40 12:00 Not recorded Pattern 2 : The program starting earlier will be recorded.
EN VIDEO NAVIGATION Navigation Playback This function is useful when you want to quickly find programs you have recorded on a tape using this VCR. This function allows you to select a program to watch, and then automatically search for the beginning of the program. • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. A Load a cassette Insert a tape recorded on this VCR. • The VCR turns on automatically.
EN VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) How to read the Video Navigation screen A B C LIBRARY BLANK 0107 ALL SPORTS TAPE NAVI. SET UP BLANK 2:00 (LS3) Deactivating Video Navigation If you do not want to store program information, you can deactivate the Video Navigation function. 1 Navigation SEARCH A Access Video Navigation screen Press [NAVI]. 1/3 1. SYDNEY OLYMPIC D 2. FOOTBALL 3. EURO 96 ENGLAND 4. PROJECT XYZ SYDNEY OLYMPIC 12/21/02 SAT 6:30 AM 5:53 PM PLAY EXIT SELECT NAVI i.
EN Finding Tapes • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. 53 You can find a tape you want using Video Navigation. You have four methods to find tapes; by tape number, by program title, by category, by recording date, and by tape remaining time. A Finding by tape number Use the Remote to do the following operations. 1 Access Video Navigation screen Press [NAVI].
EN B VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) C Finding by program title Use the Remote to do the following operations. 1 2 Follow steps 1 to 2 on page 53, then go to the following steps Access title screen Press [D E] to move the arrow to “TITLE”, then press [OK]. Navigation SEARCH TAPE NUMBER EXIT LIBRARY BLANK TITLE CATEGORY OK SELECT NAVI NAVI. SET UP Finding by category Use the Remote to do the following operations.
EN D 55 Finding by recording date Use the Remote to do the following operations. VCR CABLE TV /DBS 1 2 [ ] Follow steps 1 to 2 on page 53, then go to the following steps Access date screen Press [D E] to move the arrow to “DATE”, then press [OK]. The list screen appears, being sorted by the recording date. [ ] Navigation SEARCH TAPE NUMBER EXIT D-4 E-1 3 BLANK TITLE CATEGORY OK SELECT NAVI D-2,3 E-2 4,6 LIBRARY NAVI.
EN E VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) 4 Finding blank space You can find a tape whose remaining time is enough for a program you want to record. Press [FG], then press [OK]. Use the Remote to do the following operations. 1 Select tape number Access Video Navigation screen of the lists, press [<] or [>]. 0001 17:00 BLANK LIBRARY BLANK SPACE LIST BLANK NAVI.
EN Editing Titles 57 When you record a TV program on this VCR, the VCR automatically records the recording start time, date, and channel in each program title. If the tape is recorded for the first time, the tape number and the date and time are recorded in the tape title. You can then edit the tape title and the program titles as you like. You can also edit the category in the program title. In short, you can use the Video Navigation function to create your own video tape library.
EN 5 Access edit screen Press [D E] to move the arrow to “EDIT”, then press [OK]. VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Navigation SEARCH BLANK LIBRARY NAVI. SET UP TAPE NUMBER LIST 1/3 0017* SOCCER 0017* 1. JAPAN VS KOREA 0017* 2. ENGLAND VS BRAZIL 0016 EURO 2000 SOCCER 12/21/02 SAT 6:30 AM 5:53 PM SEARCH EXIT 6 RETURN OK i.
EN B 59 Entering or Editing program title When you want to edit the program title, follow the procedure below by using the Remote. VCR CABLE TV /DBS 1 Load a cassette Insert a tape on which there is a program you want to edit. 2 B-5 [ ] Access Video Navigation screen Press [NAVI]. 3 [ ] Select program Press [FG] to select the program you want to edit, then press [OK]. Navigation LIBRARY SEARCH BLANK 0107 ALL SPORTS TAPE NAVI. SET UP BLANK 2:00 (LS3) 1/3 1. SYDNEY OLYMPIC 2. FOOTBALL 3.
EN C VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) D Editing program category When you want to change the program category, follow the procedure below by using the Remote. 1 Load a cassette Insert a tape on which there is a program you want to edit. 2 1 Select program Press [FG] to select the program you want to edit, then press [OK]. 4 ATTENTION: Once the information is deleted, it is impossible to restore that information. Access Video Navigation screen Press [NAVI].
EN E F Deleting program information When you want to delete the stored information for each recorded program, follow the procedure below by using the Remote. • Program information for the Video Navigation function is deleted, but the recorded program will not be erased. 61 Checking memory You can check the amount of recorded information in the VCR’s memory. 1 Access Video Navigation screen Press [NAVI]. ATTENTION: 2 Once the information is deleted, it is impossible to restore that information.
EN Useful Function Settings • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS You can use the other useful function settings on the Function Set Up screens by following the procedure described below. The table below shows the structure of the menu system. “FUNCTION SET UP” mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR].
EN 63 Video settings “VIDEO FUNCTION” *The default setting is bold in the table below. L “V. CALIBRATION” (S-VHS/VHS only) “ON” “OFF” When this function is set to “ON”, this VCR checks the condition of the tape in use during playback and recording, and compensates to provide the highest-possible pictures. This takes place whenever you play back a tape or start recording after inserting a tape.
EN OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS (cont.) Audio settings “AUDIO FUNCTION” *The default setting is bold in the table below. L “STD AUDIO REC MODE” “STANDARD” “PCM&STANDARD” L “DV AUDIO REC” “AUDIO1” “AUDIO2” “1+2MIX” You can select the audio format when you record a program or analog signal from connected devices in STD mode. When this function is set to “PCM&STANDARD”, you can obtain high-quality audio sound. “STANDARD” : Select this when the picture quality is important and when you record in MP2 format.
EN 65 Input/Output settings “IN/OUT FUNCTION” *The default setting is bold in the table below. L “TV OUTPUT 1” “WIDE 16:9” “NORMAL 4:3” Select the appropriate mode depending on the type of TV you have. “WIDE 16:9” : Select this for a wide TV set with 16:9 screen image size. “NORMAL 4:3” : Select this for a TV set with 4:3 screen image size. NOTES: • When “TV OUTPUT 1” is set to “WIDE 16:9”, sometimes the screen image may be stretched vertically.
EN OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS (cont.) *The default setting is bold in the table below. L “REAR AUX L-1” “VIDEO” “S-VIDEO” L “REAR AUX L-2” “VIDEO” “S-VIDEO” You have to select which terminal - either [VIDEO] (composite) or [S VIDEO] (Y/C separate signals) to use as the video input terminal [L-1] on the rear panel. Make sure to select the correct terminal; otherwise, you may fail in recording (editing) on this VCR.
EN 67 *The default setting is bold in the table below. L “POWER SAVE” “ON” “OFF” When this function is set to “ON”, you can reduce the power consumption. While the VCR is turned off, the front display panel does not show the clock. When this function is set to “ON”, an i.LINK device cannot be recognized. As a result, it is not possible to record a program using the digital tuner’s* timer function. In addition the device does not pass along data if it is in a branched connection.
EN OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS (cont.) *The default setting is bold in the table below. L “S-VHS ET” “ON” “OFF” This function allows you to record on VHS tapes with S-VHS picture quality. Tapes recorded using this function can be played back on a VCR equipped with the S-VHS ET function. The [S-VHS] indicator on the front display panel lights up when “S-VHS ET” is set to “ON”. NOTES: • Before recording, make sure that “V. CALIBRATION” is set to “ON” (A page 63).
EN 69 JLIP ID Number Setting The JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) terminal is used to connect the VCR to a personal computer or similar device. By connecting through the JLIP terminals, you can control the VCR during editing and certain other operations, from the connected personal computer or similar device. • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV When connecting this VCR to another device using the JLIP terminals, each device must have a different JLIP ID number. mode on the TV.
EN i.LINK Set Up OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS (cont.) i.LINK set up for connected device • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. When you connect i.LINK compatible devices to this VCR, an i.LINK device number is assigned to each device in the order of connection. If you want to change the number, follow the procedure below. A Access Main Menu screen B Access i.
EN 71 What is i.LINK? i.LINK Connection Examples i.LINK is a digital serial interface that allows devices equipped with an i.LINK connector to exchange digital video signals, digital audio signals, and device control signals bi-directionally over a single cable. Examples of good i.LINK connections and bad i.LINK connections are shown below. The digital signals flow to all connected devices. When connecting i.
EN i.LINK/DV Connections EDITING NOTES: • You cannot use the i.LINK connection depending on the type of camcorder equipped with the DV connector. In this case, set “LINC” to “OFF” (A page 70). • If the 44.1 kHz PCM audio signal is input via DV connector, recording cannot be performed properly. • During DV input, the image format output to the TV will be 480i even if “TV OUTPUT 2” is set to “ALLto480p” (A page 65) or “480i to 480p” is set to “ON” (A page 65).
EN A Make connections A Connection with the camcorder Connect a DV cable between the camcorder’s DV connector and your VCR’s [i.LINK] connector. B Connection with the VCR Connect an i.LINK cable between the playback VCR’s i.LINK input/output connector and the recording VCR’s [i.LINK IN/OUT] connector. NOTES: • Depending on the devices equipped with the i.LINK connector which is connected to the VCR, picture noise on this VCR may differ from the noise on the connected devices.
EN S-VIDEO/VIDEO Connections EDITING (cont.) B You can use your VCR as the playback or recording VCR. E.g. When using this VCR as the recording VCR This VCR (for recording) Various connection for editing tapes The following three methods can be used for editing tapes. • VHS to S-VHS editing (VIDEO-VIDEO connection): Although the picture quality is inherently limited by the original VHS quality, the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing.
EN B Connection with the VCR Connect an audio/S-video cable between the playback VCR’s audio/S-video output connectors and the recording VCR’s [AUDIO/ S VIDEO INPUT] connectors. E • When using this VCR as the recording VCR, connect this VCR’s [AUDIO/S VIDEO INPUT] connectors to the audio/S-video output connectors on the other VCR. If the playback VCR is monaural, connect the audio output connector on the playback VCR to the [AUDIO L INPUT] connector on this VCR.
EN TV Brand Setting B C - A,C D VCR CABLE TV /DBS [TV/VCR] [TV/VCR CH +/ ] MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL When programmed (set) with a manufacturer’s (brand’s) code, this Remote can perform some of the remote control functions of the listed TVs. You can control a JVC TV without setting a brand code. A Turn on the TV B Set remote operation mode C Set TV brand code C-B D [ENTER] Number keys Turn on the TV using the Power button on the TV or its Remote.
EN Cable Box or DBS Receiver Brand Setting B D C-B D Number keys When programmed (set) with a manufacturer’s (brand’s) code, this Remote can perform some of the remote control functions of the listed cable boxes or DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receivers. If your cable box does not function with a specified code, try other codes.
EN Changing Remote Control Code [POWER] [PLAY(I)] MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL (cont.) The Remote is capable of controlling four JVC video recorders independently. Each of VCRs can respond to one of four codes (A, B, C or D). This Remote control is preset to send A code signals because your VCR is initially set to respond to A code signals. You can easily change your Remote and the VCR to send and respond to B, C or D code signals.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING 79 Before requesting service, use this chart 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 1. The power will not come on. • The AC power cord is disconnected. Connect the AC power cord. 2. The clock works, but the VCR’s power will not come on.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) PLAYBACK SYMPTOM 9. Sound cannot be heard. POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION • When a HDMI to DVI conversion cable is connected between the VCR and TV, you need to connect the audio cable as well to receive sound output. • A HDMI to HDMI connection has been made, but the HDMI digital sound function at the TV side may support only 2ch-PCM. • Your TV is unable to decode Dolby Digital or DTS bitstream, thus there is no sound output.
EN 81 TIMER RECORDING SYMPTOM 4. [j] blinks on the front display panel. POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION • The timer is engaged but there is no cassette loaded. Load a cassette with the record safety tab intact, or with the hole covered with adhesive tape. Check the programmed data and set again if necessary, then press [TIMER (j)] again. • [TIMER (j)] has been pressed when there are no programs in memory, or the timer recording program has not been set correctly. 5.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) VIDEO NAVIGATION SYMPTOM 2. The VCR cannot search for the desired program. POSSIBLE CAUSE • Two (or more) tape numbers are recorded on one tape. • The inserted program is not recorded on this VCR. CORRECTIVE ACTION Video Navigation cannot work correctly on a tape if it has more than one tape number. If this happens, fast-forward the tape up to its end, eject it, and try it again.
EN 83 The following conditions are product features and do not indicate mechanical problems. Playback of tapes recorded in D-VHS mode • You may see a mosaic (block) noise, grayed images, or a still image in cases of excessive distortion caused when playing back a damaged tape or when the heads are momentarily dirty. • After you press [PLAY (I)], it takes a moment until you see the image and hear the sound.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) Error Codes and Messages Some error codes and messages may appear on the TV screen when operating the VCR. Refer to the chart below for the solution. CODE MESSAGE DESCRIPTION 102 “REC PROHIBITED” • An attempt was made to make a D-VHS recording of a program for which only the analog information is copy protected. • While making a D-VHS recording of a program, a signal in which only the analog information is copy protected was input to this VCR.
EN CODE MESSAGE 85 DESCRIPTION 300 “CAN NOT DECODE VIDEO OR AUDIO USE SET TOP BOX OR HDTV TUNER” • A signal format that is not supported by this VCR was input. • Use a digital tuner*, etc. 301 “TOO MANY i.LINK INSTRUMENTS READ INST.BOOK” • A signal containing too much data was input to the i.LINK connector on this VCR. • There are too many devices with i.LINK connectors, such as VCRs and digital video cameras, connected to the i.LINK connector on this VCR. Turn off any devices that are not in use.
EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) Questions and answers PLAYBACK RECORDING Q. What happens if the tape reaches its end during playback or search? A. The VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning. ............................................ Q. Can the VCR indefinitely remain in still mode? A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads. ............................................ Q.
GLOSSARY EN 87 Glossary Digital Broadcasts and D-VHS Great changes in the entertainment and media industries are transforming the way we use VHS, and digital broadcasting is a good example of what the future holds. Digital broadcasting now allows more efficient use of the limited broadcast spectrum besides delivering highdefinition video, outstanding sound quality, multiple channels, and multiple features.
EN LIST OF TERMS List of terms This guide serves as a quick way to locate frequently used terms and on-screen display names. A H S Accidental erasure prevention 39 Audio Monitor 30 Auto Daylight Saving Time 18 AUTO SPN EP TIMER 66 AUTO TIMER 66 Automatic tracking 30 AV COMPU-LINK 67 HDMI OUTPUT 65 HDMI to DVI COLOR 65 Host channel 16 Index Front display panel 9 Front panel 7 Rear panel 8 Remote 11 On-screen display 10 Index Search 31 Instant Timer Recording (ITR) 37 i.
EN SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL TUNER Power requirement : Power consumption Power on : Power off : Temperature Operating : Storage : Operating position : Dimensions (W x H x D) : AC 120 VH, 60 Hz 45 W 14 W 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to140°F) Horizontal only 435 mm x 96 mm x 376 mm (17-3/16" x 3-4/5" x 14-4/5") Weight : 5.1 kg (11.2 lbs) Maximum recording time D-VHS (HS) : 210 min. with DF-420 video cassette D-VHS (STD) : 420 min. with DF-420 video cassette D-VHS (LS3) : 1260 min.
EN WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY FOR PRODUCT PURCHASED IN U.S.A. USA ONLY CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA (JVC) warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original purchase for the period shown below.
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