JVC DVHS

D-VHS DIGITAL RECORDER
HM-DH30000U
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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.
LPT0542-001A
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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
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
NOTE:
Change or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear.) When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly. VCR Plus+, C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
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.
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 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 VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.
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Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers 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 users authority to operate the equipment.
Cassettes marked "D-VHS", "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, D-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked "D-VHS". By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR. D-VHS is a new digital memory system that uses D-VHS tapes. D-VHS was developed as a memory system for multimedia applications that require storage for large volumes of information, such as for digital video. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
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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.
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. Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers 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.
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.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
INSTALLATION
1. Grounding or Polarization
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent 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 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.
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.
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. 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.
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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
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.
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H) NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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USE
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 manufacturers instructions for any mounting of the product. Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.
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 other 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 performancethis indicates a need for service.
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 waterfor example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.
3. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
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.
5. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.
HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

The Index on pages 75 80 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. The mark signals a reference to another page for instructions or related information. Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the beginning of each major section.
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.
BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR . . .

. . . please read the sections/literature listed below.
CAUTIONS on page 2. IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on the previous page.
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Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the recorder, remote control or video cassette. 1. DO NOT place the recorder 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 recorders ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.) 3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote control. 4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the recorder or remote control. (If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.) 5. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. 6. DO NOT use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also DO NOT place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on top of this unit. 7. DO NOT place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. 8. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.
ABOUT HEAD CLEANING

After an extended period of use, the video heads can become dirty, resulting in a loss of picture or sound during playback. If this happens, clean the video heads by using the optional cleaning tapes.
Symptoms of dirty video heads: The picture is not clear, or does not appear. There is no sound. Mosaic (block) noise appears in the picture. Black or mosaic horizontal stripes appear in the picture. The picture stops (as if the tape is paused). A blank black or blue screen appears. The picture is fuzzy. (VHS playback)
VHS playback
Early symptom D-VHS playback
Late symptom
Block noise
Still image
Black screen
Use a cleaning tape designed specifically for D-VHS video heads (JVC D-VHS video head cleaner DFC-2) to clean the video heads. pg. 43). In order to avoid misoperation, set "NAVIGATION" to "OFF" ( Follow the instructions that are provided with the cleaning tape. If you still do not get a clear picture after using a cleaning tape: The heads may be worn. Contact your nearest JVC dealer. During VHS playback, if there is a tracking problem, the picture may appear fuzzy. Adjust the tracking manually (
pg. 23).
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INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR INITIAL SETTINGS 7 9 TIMER RECORDING
Connections .................................................. 7 Plug & Play Setting ....................................... 9 Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set ................................... 9 Clock Setting ............................................... 10 Preparations ............................................................. 10 Setting clock semiautomatically Semiauto Clock Set .......................................... 11 Setting clock manually Manual Clock Set ........... 12 Tuner Setting .............................................. 13 Setting channels automatically Auto Channel Set ............................................. 13 Setting channels manually Manual Channel Set ........................................ 14 Cable Box Control Setting ........................... 15 Installing Controller ................................................. 15 Setting cable box output channel & brand ............... 16 DBS Receiver Control Setting ....................... 18 Installing Controller ................................................. 18 Setting DBS receiver output channel & brand .......... 19
CONTENTS
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VCR Plus+ Timer Programing ..................... 34 Changing VCR Plus+ Setting ........................ 36 Express Timer Programing .......................... 38 Checking program settings ....................................... 40 Canceling or changing program settings .................. 40
VIDEO NAVIGATION
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Navigation Playback .................................. 42 Deactivating Video Navigation ................................ 43 Finding Tapes ............................................. 44 Finding by tape number ........................................... 44 Finding by recording date ........................................ 45 Finding by category ................................................. 45 Finding blank space ................................................. 46 Editing Titles ............................................... 47 Editing tape title ....................................................... 47 Entering or Editing program title ............................... 49 Editing program category ......................................... 49 Deleting tape information ........................................ 50 Deleting program information .................................. 51 Checking memory ................................................... 51
BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING
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OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS
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Basic Playback ........................................... 21 Basic Playback Features ............................. 22 Changing display information .................................. 22 Checking tape position ............................................ 22 Playing back tape repeatedly Repeat Playback .... 23 Adjusting tracking condition Tracking Adjustments ....................................... 23 Selecting monitor sound Audio Monitor .............. 23 Automatic operations after rewinding Next Function Memory .................................... 24 Locating beginning of recordings Index Search ... 24 Locating beginning of timer recordings Instant Review ................................................. 25 Skipping unwanted portions Skip Search ............. 25 Adjusting picture condition Digital 3-DNR ......... 25 Basic Recording .......................................... 26 D-VHS Recording .................................................... 26 S-VHS/VHS Recording ............................................. 27 Basic Recording Features ............................ 28 Changing display information .................................. 28 Specifying recording length Instant Timer Recording (ITR) ........................... 28 Watching one program while recording another ...... 29 Showing on-screen display ...................................... 29 Recording on VHS tapes with S-VHS quality Super VHS ET .................................................. 29
Useful Function Settings .............................. 52 i.LINK Set Up .............................................. 58 Satellite Auto Recording .............................. 60 JLIP ID Number Setting ............................... 61
EDITING
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Edit From Camcorder .................................. 62 Edit To Or From Another VCR/ Other Devices ............................................. 64
MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL
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TV Brand Setting ......................................... 66 Cable Box Brand Setting ............................. 67 DBS Receiver Brand Setting ......................... 68 Changing Remote Control Code ................... 69
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Error Codes and Messages ....................................... 73 Questions and answers ............................................ 74
INDEX
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SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK
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List of terms ............................................................. 75 Front panel ..............................................................76 Rear panel ...............................................................77 Front display panel .................................................. 78 Child Lock ...............................................................78 On-screen display .................................................... 79 Remote ....................................................................80
Special Effect Playback ............................... 31 Locating particular scene rapidly Picture Search .................................................. 31 7 High-Speed Picture Search ............................... 31 7 Variable-Speed Picture Search .......................... 31 Viewing still picture Still Picture Playback ........... 32 Viewing still picture frame by frame Frame-by-Frame Playback ............................... 32 Viewing slow motion picture Slow Motion Playback ..................................... 33
SPECIFICATIONS FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)
81 82 83
INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR
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Connections
Antenna or Cable ANTENNA IN (Antenna or cable input) Coaxial Cable Flat Feeder Matching Transformer (not supplied)
Basic Connection
1 Check contents
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in SPECIFICATIONS ( pg. 81).
2 Situate VCR 3 Connect VCR to TV
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
AC Outlet AC Power Cord
CABLE BOX
Y PB/CB
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ANTENNA
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DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL PCM/DOLBY DIGITAL
REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPU LINK
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S VIDEO
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The following connections are required. 1 Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV. 2 Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of the VCR. 3 Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the TVs antenna input terminal. 4 Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video input connectors on the TV. S-VIDEO Connection
If you have a TV with S-VIDEO input terminals, see "S-VIDEO Connection" on page 8.
TV OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT
Back of VCR
Component Video Connection

Audio Cable (supplied) To Audio Input Connectors Video Cable (not supplied) If you have a TV with component video input terminals, see "Component Video Connection" on page 8.
To Video Input Connectors RF Cable (supplied) To 75 termninal
4 Connect VCR to power source
Connect the AC power plug to the AC outlet. The clock and tuner channels will automatically be set when the antenna is connected and when the AC power cord is first connected to an AC power outlet ( pg. 9). (If Auto or CH is displayed on the front display panel before the VCR is turned on, the clock and tuner channels are being set automatically. Wait until the clock time is displayed on the front display panel before turning on the VCR.)
TV
5 Final preparation for use

Turn on the VCR. You can now perform basic playback ( pg. 21) or basic recording ( pg. 26).
NOTES:
Your TV must have audio/video input connector for the connection to the recorder. Even if you are using audio/video 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. 29). For full identification of the VCRs rear panel, refer to the Index ( pg. 77). When you play back the picture of 1080i, 720p, 480p image format, the signal is not output from the S-VIDEO or VIDEO output connector.
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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 Connection" ( pg. 7). b Connect the S-Video cable between the S VIDEO OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the S-VIDEO input connector on the TV.
INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR (cont.)
Component 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 Connection" ( pg. 7). b Connect the component video cable between the Component video output terminals on the rear of the VCR and the component video input terminals on the TV.
Antenna or Cable
ANTENNA IN (Antenna or cable input) Coaxial Cable
Antenna or Cable
ANTENNA IN (Antenna or cable input) Coaxial Cable
Flat Feeder Flat Feeder Matching Transformer (not supplied) S VIDEO OUT Component Video Output AC Outlet AC Power Cord
CABLE BOX
Y PB/CB
Matching Transformer (not supplied)
AC Outlet AC Power Cord
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
CABLE BOX
PR/CR
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
IN(L-1)
IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

PB/CB
PR/CR
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IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

OUT
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
OUT
OUT
IN
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
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OUT
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AUDIO OUT
Back of VCR AUDIO OUT
Back of VCR
Audio Cable (supplied) S-Video Cable (supplied) S-VIDEO IN
Audio Cable (supplied) Component Video Cable (not supplied)
RF Cable (supplied) TV TV RF Cable (supplied)
NOTES:
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 connection, 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. 66) When you play back the picture of 1080i, 720p, 480p image format, the signal is not output from the S-VIDEO or VIDEO output connector.
NOTES:
To change the settings or set the timer program on the menu screen, switch the TV's input mode for the connection with Audio cable. To view the picture of 480i image format on the TV, or to select and view ground wave broadcast, connect the component video cable to the TV's Y/CB/CR connectors. If your TV has only the Y/PB/PR connectors, connect also the S-VIDEO or VIDEO connectors between the VCR and TV.
INITIAL SETTINGS
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Plug & Play Setting

Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set
ATTENTION
If you use a cable box, Plug & Play will not function; set the clock and tuner channels separately. ( pg.10 14) It takes several minutes for the VCR to complete the Plug & Play setting. Do not press any buttons on the front panel or on the Remote while Plug & Play is in progress.
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.
1 Perform Plug & Play setup

NOTES:
Connect the antenna cable to the VCR ( pg. 7). Then connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet. Do not turn on the VCR. The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically.
Auto Clock Set is performed first. Auto blinks on the front display panel during Auto Clock Set. Auto Channel Set is performed next. Auto Channel Set scans all the channels that are receivable by your VCR. During Auto Channel Set, the channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set. When Plug & Play setting has been complete successfully, the correct clock time is displayed. If you perform Plug & Play setting successfully, there is no need to perform the clock ( pg. 10) and tuner ( pg. 13) settings. If, however, you want to add or delete channels, and use the ghost reduction function, refer to Manual Channel Set on page 14.
During Initial Auto Clock Set Auto blinks.
During Auto Channel Set The channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set.
Plug & Play Completed The current time (including AM/PM) is displayed.
* If an incorrect clock time or : appears on the display panel, see What to do if Plug & Play setting failed below.
INFORMATION
If AUTO CLOCK is set to ON on the Clock Set screen on page 11, the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host channel every hour (except 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) using the incoming PBS channel clock setting data. (This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR is turned off. The clock will be adjusted just on these hours on the time displayed on the front display panel, not on the actual real time.) The default setting of AUTO CLOCK is ON. If the memory backup fails, because a power outage occurs or because the AC power cord is unplugged, Plug & Play will be performed when power is restored to the VCR. Poor antenna or cable signal may prevent the VCR from receiving the Auto clock setting data from the PBS channel. If this function is taking a considerable amount of time, it may be necessary to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Set procedure.
What to do if Plug & Play setting failed
If 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 Semiauto ( pg. 11) or Manual Clock Set ( pg. 12) procedure. If - -:- - appears on the front display panel, your antenna cable may not be connected to the VCR or there may not be a Host PBS signal available in your area. Ensure that the antenna cable is connected correctly. Then turn on and off the VCR; the Plug & Play setting will be automatically reactivated. If Plug & Play setting is not performed though the antenna cable is connected correctly, perform Manual Clock Set ( pg. 12) and Auto Channel Set or Manual Channel Set ( pg. 13 or 14).
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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

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 4 after preparation steps below are finished. If you use a cable box, set the clock manually. ( pg. 12)
Clock Setting
Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV.
Preparations
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 Access Main Menu screen 2 Access Initial Set Up screen

Press MENU.
1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to INITIAL SET UP, then press OK.
MAIN MENU
VIDEO NAVIGATION FUNCTION SET UP TUNER SET UP 3 INITIAL SET UP i. LINK SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
3 Access Clock Set Up screen

27 18 47 23
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to CLOCK SET UP, then press OK.
INITIAL SET UP
3 CLOCK SET UP JLIP ID SET UP
CABLE BOX USERS PRESS (5), THEN (OK) SET CLOCK PRESS (MENU) TO END MANUALLY appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then the Clock Set screen appears.
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Setting clock semiautomatically

Semiauto Clock Set
You can change the host channel/D.S.T. /time zone setting manually. First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 10, then go to the following steps.
6 Select D.S.T. mode
4 Set Auto Clock to ON

Press % to move the highlight bar to AUTO CLOCK, then press @ # so that ON is selected.
CLOCK SET UP TIME DATE YEAR 1:00PM 12/24 2001 MON AUTO CLOCK : ON HOST CH : AUTO (CATV) D.S.T. : AUTO TIME ZONE : AUTO PRESS (5), THEN (2 3) PRESS (MENU) TO END
You have three choices: AUTO Select if you want to adjust your VCRs clock automatically by the incoming signal from the host channel. (Auto Daylight Saving Time*) ON Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself. OFF Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you. Press % to move the highlight bar to D.S.T., then press @ # repeatedly until the desired setting is selected.
Then; To select the host channel go to step 5. To select the D.S.T. mode go to step 6. To select the time zone go to step 7.
7 Select time zone
NOTE:
The time set previously will be erased when AUTO CLOCK, HOST CH, D.S.T. or TIME ZONE setting is changed.
You can select the time zone automatically or manually. Press % to move the highlight bar to TIME ZONE, press @ # repeatedly until AUTO or the desired time zone is selected. Each time you press the button, the time zone changes as follows: O AUTO O ATLANTIC O EASTERN O CENTRAL O MOUNTAIN O PACIFIC O ALASKA O HAWAII O (back to the beginning)
5 Select host channel

NOTE:
You can either select AUTO or enter a PBS channel number. Press % to move the highlight bar to HOST CH, then press @ # until AUTO or the desired PBS channel number is selected.
Some PBS channels do not transmit clock setting data.
NOTE:
If an incorrect clock time is displayed by the Plug & Play setting, 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 5, be sure to select the correct time zone manually.
8 Return to normal screen

* Auto Daylight Saving Time
This function enables automatic adjustment of the VCRs clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time. With Auto DST activated, . . . ... on the first Sunday 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.
Press MENU.
IMPORTANT
Turn off the VCR after performing Semiauto Clock Set. Auto will appear on the front display panel while the clock is being set. The current clock time will appear automatically when the clock setting is complete.
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VCR TV CABLE/DBS
Setting clock manually

Manual Clock Set
First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 10, then go to the following steps.
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4 Set time
Press @ # until the desired time appears, then press .
CLOCK SET UP TIME DATE YEAR : AM 1/ 1 2001 AUTO CLOCK : ON HOST CH : AUTO (CATV) D.S.T. : AUTO TIME ZONE : AUTO PRESS (5), THEN (2 3) PRESS (MENU) TO END
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Holding @ # changes the time in 30-minute intervals. When the time is entered manually, AUTO CLOCK is automatically set to OFF, and HOST CH and TIME ZONE disappear.
5 Set date
Press @ # until the desired date appears, then press . Holding @ # changes the date in 15-day intervals.
6 Set year 7 Select D.S.T. mode
Press @ # until the desired year appears.
Press % to move the highlight bar to D.S.T., then press @ # to select ON or OFF. ON Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself. OFF Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you. Press MENU and normal screen appears.
8 Start clock
To make corrections any time during the process

Press % repeatedly until the item you want to change blinks, then press @ #.
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Tuner Setting
Setting channels automatically

Auto Channel Set
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, and want to use the ghost reduction function, use Manual Channel Set ( pg. 14).
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 Access Main Menu screen 2 Access Tuner Set Up screen

Press MENU.
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Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to TUNER SET UP, then press OK.
MAIN MENU
VIDEO NAVIGATION FUNCTION SET UP 3 TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP i. LINK SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
3 Perform Auto Channel Set

You can automatically set the receivable channels in your area in the order of their frequencies. Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to AUTO CHANNEL SET UP, then press OK.
TUNER SET UP
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BAND CATV 3 AUTO CHANNEL SET UP MANUAL CHANNEL SET GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET UP DBS RECEIVER SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END AUTO CHANNEL SET UP
NOTES:
When Auto Channel Set is complete, SCAN COMPLETED appears PRESS (MENU) TO END on screen. If the scan was unsuccessful, SCAN COMPLETEDNO SIGNAL appears on screen. Check the connections and start again.
SCANNING...

Press MENU.
INFORMATION
The VCR selects the correct band (TV or CATV) automatically during Auto Channel Set. The selected band will be displayed on the right side of BAND on the Tuner Set Up screen.
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3 Access Manual Channel Set screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to MANUAL CHANNEL SET, then press OK.
TUNER SET UP
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To add channels
BAND CATV AUTO CHANNEL SET UP 3 MANUAL CHANNEL SET GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET UP DBS RECEIVER SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
4 Add or skip desired channels
MANUAL CHANNEL SET UP
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1 Press the Number (CATV) keys or @ # to input a CH 45 ADD channel number you want to add. PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) OR (2 3), THEN (OK) 2 Press OK to set to PRESS (MENU) TO END ADD. 3 Repeat 1 and 2 to add other channels. To skip channels
MANUAL CHANNEL SET UP
1 Press the Number (CATV) keys or @ # to input CH 46 SKIP a channel number you want to skip. PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) OR (2 3), THEN (OK) 2 Press OK to set to PRESS (MENU) TO END SKIP. 3 Repeat 1 and 2 to skip other channels.

Press MENU.
Setting channels manually

Manual Channel Set
You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually. You can also select the ghost reduction mode for each channel while adding the channels you want.

Press MENU.
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Cable Box Control Setting

Suggested location
Place the cable box on top of the VCR. Attach the VCRs Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controllers transmitter pointed towards the cable boxs remote sensor.
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. The Controller is effective for recording broadcasts that have been programmed using VCR Plus+ ( pg. 34) or Express timer programing ( pg. 38).
Installing Controller
1 Situate Controller 2 Attach Controller
Place the Controller so that its transmitter is facing the cable boxs remote sensor. Make sure the path between the Controller and the cable boxs remote sensor is not blocked.
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 sensors on both the cable box and DBS receiver.
Cable box
Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached on the back of the Controller.
3 Connect cable box to VCR
Your VCR
Controller (suggested locations) Cable box
If your cable box does not have audio/video output connectors Connect the RF output terminal on the cable box to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of your VCR. If your cable box has audio/video output connectors Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video output connectors on the cable box.
NOTE:
When connecting your cable box, refer to its instruction manual.
Controller (supplied)
To RF output Transmitter or
To Audio/video output
4 Connect Controller to VCR
Connect the Controller to the CABLE BOX Controller connector on the rear panel.
To ANTENNA IN
To AUDIO/ VIDEO IN
How to control the cable box

This VCR has two separate methods to control your cable box. The VCRs wireless Remote can control your cable box. This eliminates the need for a separate cable boxs Remote. The VCRs Controller can also control your cable box. This allows the VCR to change your cable boxs channel number during timer recording. Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCRs Remote, refer to page 67. To set up the Controller, go to page 16.
Your VCR
CABLE BOX
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Setting cable box output channel & brand

After installation, set the cable box outputs channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly.
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 Turn on cable box

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Select a channel other than channel 9 on your cable box.
2 Access Main Menu screen on VCR 3 Access Tuner Set Up screen

Press MENU.
4 Access Cable Box Set screen

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Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to CABLE BOX SET UP, then press OK.
TUNER SET UP
BAND CATV AUTO CHANNEL SET UP MANUAL CHANNEL SET GUIDE CHANNEL SET 3 CABLE BOX SET UP DBS RECEIVER SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
5 Select cable box output channel

Your selection depends on how your cable box is connected to your VCR.
OFF
CABLE BOX SET UP
If your cable box is PRESS (2 3), THEN (OK) connected to your PRESS (MENU) TO END VCRs ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear panel Press @ # until the channel number representing the cable boxs output (CH2 CH9) appears on the screen. If your cable box is connected to your VCRs AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the front panel Press @ # until ON F-1 (FRONT) appears on the screen. If your cable box is connected to your VCRs AUDIO/VIDEO IN (L-1) or AUDIO/VIDEO IN (L-2) connectors on the rear panel Press @ # until ON L-1 (REAR) or ON L-2 (REAR) appears on the screen. If you do not use a cable box Press @ # until OFF appears on the screen.
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6 Access Cable Box Brand Set screen 7 Enter cable box brand
Press OK. Press the appropriate Number keys to enter the brand code from the list shown to the right, then press OK.
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CABLE BOX BRAND LIST

BRAND ARCHER CABLETENNA CABLEVIEW CITIZEN CURTIS DIAMOND EASTERN GC BRAND GEMINI GENERAL INSTRUMENTS HAMLIN JASCO JERROLD NOVAVISION OAK PANASONIC PULSER RCA REGAL REGENCY REMBRANDT SAMSUNG SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SIGMA SL MARX SPRUCER STARGATE TELEVIEW TOCOM UNIKA UNIVERSAL VIDEOWAY ZENITH CODE 1, 5, 17 1, 17 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 2, 8 1, 17 19 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 15 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28 10, 18, 19, 23 15 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28 2, 8 7, 20 13, 14 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 13, 14 10, 18, 19, 23 19 1, 16, 17 5, 16, 24 2, 8 7, 20 5, 16, 17, 24, 25 13, 14 5, 15, 16, 17, 21, 24, 25 5, 16, 24 1, 4, 16 1, 17 16, 17, 25 3, 9, 22 3, 9, 22
CABLE BOX BRAND SET UP
If the cable boxs THEN (OK) TO TEST PRESS (MENU) TO END channel changes to 9, setting is complete CABLE BOX BRAND SET UP Press OK and CABLE 1 BOX CONTROL IS DID YOUR CABLE BOX ON appears on the CHANGE TO CHANNEL 09? screen for about 5 2 YES 3 NO seconds, then it PRESS (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END returns to the normal screen. If the cable boxs channel does not change to 9 1 Press @ # to move the highlight bar to NO. 2 Press OK. 3 Repeat step 7 until the cable boxs channel changes to 9 by entering another code. 4 If 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. If the VCRs clock has not been set (with AUTO CLOCK set to ON)
CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY appears for about 5 seconds when you press OK in step 6, then the Clock Set screen appears. Perform Manual Clock Set on page 12. If you press MENU after the clock has been set, the Cable Box Brand Set screen appears.
PRESS NUMBER KEY (09)
NOTES:
The Controller may not work with all types of cable box. If your cable box does not respond to any code, you cannot 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 time of timer recording. Contact your cable company about the possibility of exchanging your current cable box with the one compatible with your VCR. The VCR can only change the cable box channel through the Controller during timer recording. If your cable box cannot be operated with a remote control (because it has no remote sensor), you cannot 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 time of timer recording. If the VCRs 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, contact JVC toll free at 1-800-252-5722.
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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 receivers channels during timer recording.
DBS Receiver Control Setting

Suggested location
Place the DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver on top of the VCR. Attach the VCRs Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controllers transmitter pointed towards the DBS receivers remote sensor.
NOTES:
The VCR can automatically change the DBS receiver channels using the Controller when the VCR has been programed using Express timer programing ( pg. 38). Because satellite programing does not use PlusCode, the Controller cannot change the DBS receiver channels during VCR Plus+ timer recording. (You can also use Satellite Auto Recording ( pg. 60) if your DBS receiver is equipped with a timer.) If a cable box is also used, it is recommended that you connect the DBS receiver to your VCRs audio/video input connectors and the cable box to your VCRs antenna input terminal.
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 sensors on both the DBS receiver and cable box.
Installing Controller
DBS receiver
1 Situate Controller 2 Attach Controller
Place the Controller so that its transmitter is facing the DBS receivers remote sensor. Make sure the path between the Controller and the DBS receivers remote sensor is not blocked.
Your VCR DBS receiver
Controller (suggested locations)
Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached on the back of the Controller.
3 Connect DBS receiver to VCR
Controller (supplied)
To RF output Transmitter To ANTENNA IN or
To Audio/Video output To AUDIO/ VIDEO IN
If your DBS receiver does not have audio/ video output connectors Connect the RF output terminal on the DBS receiver to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of your VCR. If your DBS receiver has audio/video output connectors Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video output connectors on the DBS receiver.
NOTE:
Your VCR
CABLE BOX
When connecting your DBS receiver, refer to its instruction manual.
4 Connect Controller to VCR
Connect the Controller to the CABLE BOX Controller connector on the rear panel.
How to control the DBS receiver

This VCR has two separate methods to control your DBS receiver. The VCRs wireless Remote can control your DBS receiver. This eliminates the need for a separate DBS receivers Remote. The VCRs Controller can also control your DBS receiver. This allows the VCR to change your DBS receivers channel number during timer-recording. Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCRs Remote, refer to page 68. To set up the Controller, go to page 19.
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Setting DBS receiver output channel & brand

After installation, set the DBS receivers output channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly.
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 Turn on DBS receiver

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Select a channel other than channel 55, 100 or 205 on your DBS receiver.
2 Access Main Menu screen on VCR 3 Access Tuner Set Up screen

Press MENU.
4 Access DBS Receiver Set screen

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Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to DBS RECEIVER SET UP, then press OK.
TUNER SET UP
BAND CATV AUTO CHANNEL SET UP MANUAL CHANNEL SET GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET UP 3 DBS RECEIVER SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
5 Select DBS receiver output channel
Your selection depends on how your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR.
DBS RECEIVER SET UP If your DBS receiver is connected to your OFF VCRs ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear panel Press @ # until the PRESS (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END channel number representing the DBS receivers output (CH3 or CH4) appears on the screen. If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCRs AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the front panel Press @ # until ON F-1 (FRONT) appears on the screen. If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCRs AUDIO/VIDEO IN (L-1) or AUDIO/VIDEO IN (L-2) connectors on the rear panel Press @ # until ON L-1 (REAR) or ON L-2 (REAR) appears on the screen. If you do not use a DBS receiver Press @ # until OFF appears on the screen.
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Press OK.
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6 Access DBS Receiver Brand Set screen 7 Enter DBS Receivers brand
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Press the appropriate Number keys to enter the brand code from the following list, then press OK. The program currently received through the DBS receiver appears for about 10 seconds.
DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET 40
PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) THEN (OK) TO TEST PRESS (MENU) TO END
@#
BRAND JVC (DISH Network) ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) PRIMESTAR SONY (DSS) RCA (DSS)
CODE 51 51 50 41 40
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OK
NOTES:
The Controller may not work with all types of DBS receiver. If your DBS receiver does not respond to the code, you cannot 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 time of timer recording. In addition, if your DBS receiver is equipped with a timer, you can also use Satellite Auto Recording ( pg. 60). The VCR can only change the satellite channel through the Controller during timer recording. If your DBS receiver cannot be operated with a remote control (because it has no remote sensor), you cannot 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 time of timer recording. For customers in U.S.A.: If you are unable to set the Controller, contact JVC toll free at 1-800-252-5722.
If the DBS receivers channel changes to the channel listed below for your brand, setting is complete JVC = 100 ECHOSTAR = 100 PRIMESTAR = 55 SONY = 205 RCA = 205 Press OK and DBS DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET RECEIVER CONTROL 51 IS ON appears on the DID YOUR DBS RECEIVER screen for about 5 CHANGE TO CHANNEL 205? 2 YES 3 NO seconds, then it returns to the normal PRESS (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END screen. If the DBS receivers channel does not change as shown above 1 Press @ # to move the highlight bar to NO. 2 Press OK. 3 Re-enter the correct code.
BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING
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Basic Playback
Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. POWER
This VCR can check the tape condition during playback (and recording), and realizes the best possible pictures. This recorder can play back tapes that have been recorded in D-VHS (MTP), S-VHS and VHS formats. When playing back a tape, this recorder automatically identifies the recording format (D-VHS, S-VHS, or VHS). When you play back a tape recorded on this VCR, you can use the Video Navigation function ( pg. 42).
1 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. Do not apply too much pressure when inserting. The VCR turns on automatically. The counter is automatically reset to 0:00:00. The tape will run for a few seconds while the VCR searches for the tape number. If the tape number is found, it will be shown on the TV screen if SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON. ( pg. 56) If the cassettes record safety tab has been removed, playback begins automatically.
STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 )
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2 Start playback
POWER
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Press PLAY ( 3 ). Tape speed is automatically detected. If V, CALIBRATION is set to ON (default setting: pg. 53), V, CALIBRATION appears on the screen, and this VCR checks the tape condition during automatic tracking (only cassettes recorded in the S-VHS or VHS mode).
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REW ( 1 ) FF ( ) STOP ( 7 )
To stop playback
Press STOP ( 7 ) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 ) on the front panel.
To rewind the tape (when it is not running)

Press REW ( 1 ).
To fast-forward (when it is not running)

Press FF ( ).
To eject the tape

Press STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 ) on the front panel when the tape is not running. You can also eject the cassette when the VCR is turned off. SHUTTLE ring
To turn off the VCR

Press POWER.
NOTES:
When you use the Video Navigation function, operate the VCR only after the tape number is detected; otherwise, you cannot use the Video Navigation function. When playing back a tape recorded in D-VHS format, the JOG dial and SHUTTLE ring do not work.
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BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING (cont.)
Basic Playback Features

Changing display information
Press DISPLAY during playback. Each time you press the button, the front display panel shows the time counter, the clock time and the tape remaining time in sequence .
Time Counter
Clock Time
Tape Remaining Time

To display the VCR status including the time counter and the clock time on the TV screen, see Showing onscreen display ( pg. 29). COUNT appears on the screen when the time counter is shown. REMAIN appears on the screen when the tape remaining time is shown. When the tape remaining time appears, also lights on the front display panel. The tape remaining time is calculated based on the tape speed being used. The indicated remaining time is only an estimate. To reset the time counter, press C. RESET on the Remote. The counter reading becomes 0:00:00. It is also reset when a tape is inserted.
STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 )
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B
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Checking tape position
C. RESET
D C
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 ( pg. 24) or Instant Review ( pg. 25).
1:23:45 B
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The position of in relation to B (Beginning) or E (End) shows you where you are on the tape.
STOP ( 7 )
NOTES:
SUPERIMPOSE must be set to ON, or the indicator will not appear ( pg. 56). It may take a few seconds for the tape position indicator to be displayed.
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Playing back tape repeatedly

Repeat Playback
Selecting monitor sound

Audio Monitor
You can play back a tape repeatedly (50 times). While playing back a tape, press and hold PLAY ( 3 ) for more than 5 seconds. The play indicator ( # ) on the front display panel starts flashing slowly, and a tape will be played back 50 times. To stop playback, press STOP ( 7 ) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 ) on the front panel.
You can select the desired monitor sound. While playing back a tape on which stereo sound or SAP sound is recorded, press A. MONITOR on the Remote. Each time you press the button, sound changes as follows:
S-VHS/VHS HI-FI NORM HI-FI HI-FI L NORM HI-FI R
NOTE:
For a cassette recorded in D-VHS mode, Repeat Playback is possible only if the cassette was recorded in STD mode.
HI-FI:
Tracking Adjustments Automatic tracking adjustment

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.
Adjusting tracking condition
Normally select this. Hi-Fi sound is played back. HI-FI L: Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back. HI-FI R: Sound on the right Hi-Fi channel is played back. NORM:Sound on the normal track is played back. NORM HI-FI: Both sounds on the Hi-Fi track and normal track are mixed and played back.
D-VHS HI-FI HI-FI L HI-FI R
Manual tracking adjustment

If automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well during playback, use the manual tracking following the procedures below. You can also use the manual tracking during slow motion playback ( pg. 33).
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Activate manual tracking

Press CH + and on the front panel at the same time during playback.
HI-FI: Normally select this. HI-FI L: Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back. HI-FI R: Sound on the right Hi-Fi channel is played back.
NOTES:
Eliminate the noises on the TV screen.

Press CH + or . Press it briefly for a fine adjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment. Watch the screen and continue adjustment until optimum picture and sound quality are achieved. To reactivate automatic tracking, press CH + and on the front panel at the same time. The automatic tracking becomes active again.
The above indication appears when SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ( pg. 56), though the monitor sound changes in sequence. If the tape being played back has no Hi-Fi sound track, the normal sound track will be heard regardless of this setting.
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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 ( 1 ), then press PLAY ( 3 ) within 2 seconds. b For Automatic Power Off Press REW ( 1 ), then press POWER within 2 seconds.
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F
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c For Automatic Timer Standby Press REW ( 1 ), then press TIMER within 2 seconds.
NOTE:
It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer Standby function if the cassettes record safety tab is removed.
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F F
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Locating beginning of recordings Index Search
b, c
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FF (
REW (
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Index codes are placed on the tape at the beginning of each recording when recording on this VCR. You can find and automatically play back from the beginning of any recording using the Index Search function.
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Start search
While the tape is not running, press 4 or on the Remote.
Access distant code

To access a recording of 2 to 9 index codes away, press 4 or repeatedly until the correct number is displayed on the screen (only if SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ; pg. 56). Playback begins automatically when the desired recording is located.
Beginning of the current program recorded
Previous program recorded
SHUTTLE ring
Current position on the tape

Next program recorded
Beginning of the 2nd next program recorded
2nd next
If you want to find the very beginning of the ) or FF ( ) desired program, press REW ( or turn the SHUTTLE ring after playback starts.
NOTE:
An index code is not placed on the tape when recording is resumed from recording pause.
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Locating beginning of timer recordings Instant Review
Adjusting picture condition

Digital 3-DNR (S-VHS/VHS only)
At the press of a button, you can turn on the VCR, rewind the tape and begin to view the most recent timerrecorded program. Press REVIEW on the Remote after ensuring that the VCR is in the timer recording standby mode. The VCR turns on, and rewinds to the index code indicating the beginning of the last timer-recorded program, then begins playback automatically. You can access a program of 2 to 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 you want to find the very beginning of the desired ) or FF ( ) or turn the program, press REW ( SHUTTLE ring after playback starts. If 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. The Instant Review function will also operate if the VCR is turned on.
The Digital 3-DNR (3-Dimension Noise Reduction) cuts noise and reproduces clear pictures. Normally turn on Digital 3-DNR. The playback picture may be distorted depending on the tape. In this case, turn off Digital 3-DNR.
Press DIGITAL 3-DNR on the front panel so that the DIGITAL 3-DNR lamp lights up. Each time you press the button, this function turns on and off.
Other Useful functions for playback (S-VHS/VHS only)

You can also use the following functions for playback. Video Calibration (S-VHS/VHS only) ( pg. 53) 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. Picture Control ( pg. 53) This function helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference. Digital R3 ( pg. 53) This function applies edge correction to the luminance signal to enhance details and provides clear pictures. Video Stabilizer ( pg. 53) You can automatically correct vertical vibrations in the picture when playing back unstable recordings made on another VCR.
Skipping unwanted portions

Skip Search
You can skip over (view at high speed) unwanted portions of the tape. Press SKIP SEARCH on the Remote once to 4 times during playback. Each press initiates a 30-second period of high speed playback (up to 2 minutes). When the specified portion of the tape is skipped, normal playback resumes automatically. To return to normal playback during Skip Search, press PLAY ( 3 ).
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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. When recording on this VCR, the tapes are automatically numbered so that every tape recorded on this VCR has a different tape number. With this function, the program information such as recording date, start time, channel number, and recording speed are also automatically stored in the VCRs memory. For the Video Navigation function, see page 42. To memorize the recording date and start time for the Video Navigation function, the date and clock must be set correctly.
Basic Recording
Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. POWER
STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 )
D-VHS Recording
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1 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. The D-VHS indicator lights on the front display panel and the D-VHS recording mode is selected automatically.
POWER
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2 b 2 a 3
FF ( ) PAUSE ( 8 ) STOP ( 7 )
2 Select recording channel

On the front panel: Press CH + or . On the Remote: a Press CH + or . or b Press the Number keys.
REW ( 1 )
3 Set tape speed
Press HS/STD/LS3/SP/EP ( recording speed.
) to set the
NOTES:
You can select HS/STD/LS3 mode in step 3 also when recording from another D-VHS digital recorder or a camcorder equipped with DV connector. When recording from the devices other than the D-VHS digital recorder or the camcorder connected using the i.LINK connector, the recording speed will be selected automatically. The recording will be made in either HS or STD mode according to the amount of data input (the transfer rate) from the i.LINK connector. When you want to record in another mode, record from analog input (using a connector other than the i.LINK connector).
The recording speed changes each time HS/STD/LS3/SP/EP ( ) is pressed. HS: When picture quality and sound quality is important. Or when recording digital HDTV. STD: When picture quality and recording time are important. LS3: To record for three times longer than in STD mode, with picture quality that is equal to or better than S-VHS.
4 Start recording
On the front panel: Press REC ( ). On the Remote: While holding REC ( ), press PLAY ( 3 ).
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S-VHS/VHS Recording
To pause recording
Press PAUSE ( 8 ). To resume recording, press PLAY ( 3 ).
1 Load a cassette
Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover the hole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette.
To stop recording
Press STOP ( 7 ) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 ) on the front panel.
2 Select recording channel

On the front panel: Press CH + or . On the Remote: a Press CH + or . or b Press the Number keys.
To rewind the tape (when it is not running)

Press REW ( 1 ).
To fast-forward the tape (when it is not running)

Press FF ( ).
Set tape speed

Press HS/STD/LS3/SP/EP ( recording speed. ) to set the
To eject the tape

Press STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 ) on the front panel when the tape is not running. You can also eject the cassette when the VCR is turned off.
4 Start recording
On the front panel: Press REC ( ). On the Remote: While holding REC ( ), press PLAY ( 3 ). If V, CALIBRATION is set to ON (default setting: pg. 53), this VCR checks the tape condition for about seven seconds, then starts recording. This means that the first seven seconds of the program will not be recorded. If this is inconvenient for you, follow the steps below: 1 Press REC ( ) and PAUSE ( 8 ) to start Video Calibration. 2 Then press PLAY ( 3 ) to start recording after Video Calibration is complete.
To turn off the VCR

Press POWER.
Compatibility Of Cassettes And Recording Mode

Recording Mode Cassette D-VHS D-VHS S-VHS VHS Yes No No S-VHS Yes Yes Yes* VHS Yes Yes Yes
NOTE:
If MEMORY FULL appears on the display when you start recording, the VCRs memory for the Video Navigation function is full. This is not related to actual recording, so you can finish recording normally, but the Video Navigation information such as recording date, start time, end time, and channel number will not be stored in memory.
* To record on the VHS cassette with S-VHS quality, use the SVHS ET function. ( pg. 29)
NOTES:
The D-VHS (MTP), S-VHS and VHS mode recordings are possible with this VCR. To record in the D-VHS mode, use a D-VHS cassette. To record in the S-VHS/VHS mode, you can use a D-VHS, S-VHS or VHS cassette.
It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material without the consent of the copyright owner.
To record in S-VHS mode on D-VHS tapes: Press D-VHS to turn off the D-VHS indicator. Then, set S-VHS MODE to ON ( pg. 57). To record in VHS mode on D-VHS tapes: Press D-VHS to turn off the D-VHS indicator. Then, set S-VHS MODE to OFF ( pg. 57).
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Basic Recording Features

Changing display information
Press DISPLAY during recording or recording pause. Each time you press the button, the front display panel shows the time counter, channel number, clock time, and the tape remaining time in sequence.
Time Counter Tape Remaining Time
Channel No. Clock Time
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STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 )
To display the VCR status including the time counter and the clock time on the TV screen, see Showing onscreen display ( pg. 29). COUNT appears on the screen when the time counter is shown. REMAIN appears on the screen when the tape remaining time is shown. When the tape remaining time appears, also lights on the front display panel. The tape remaining time is calculated based on the tape speed being used. The indicated remaining time is only an estimate. To reset the time counter, press C. RESET on the Remote. The counter reading becomes 0:00:00. It is also reset when a tape is inserted.
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Specifying recording length

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)
You can easily specify the recording length from 30 minutes to 8 hours and the VCR shuts off after recording is finished. During recording, press REC ( ) on the front panel repeatedly until the recording length you want appears on the front display panel. The record ( ) indicator starts flashing. Each time you press the button, recording length increases in 30-minute intervals (up to 8 hours). To cancel an ITR, press STOP ( 7 ) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7 / 0 ) on the front panel.
C. RESET
STOP ( 7 )
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C Watching one program while recording another 1 Engage TV mode

2
During recording... Change the TVs input mode from AV to TV.
Recording on VHS tapes with S-VHS quality Super VHS ET
Select channel for viewing

Select the channel you want to watch, on the TV.
This function allows you to record on VHS tapes with S-VHS picture quality. Tapes recorded using this function can be played back only on a VCR equipped with the S-VHS ET function. You can activate this function only before you start recording on a VHS tape. Before recording, make sure V, CALIBRATION is set to ON ( pg. 53).
Showing on-screen display
1 2
Select S-VHS ET mode

Press S-VHS ET on the front panel. The S-VHS ET lamp lights up. To disengage the S-VHS ET mode, press S-VHS ET again. The lamp goes off.
When SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ( pg. 56), you can see the current VCR status on the TV screen. For more detailed information about the on-screen display, see page 79.
Display VCR status on TV screen

During recording or recording pause, press SAP STEREO OSD on the Remote. REC PAUSE HI-FI All indications THU 12:00 AM ] corresponding to the STD 33 INDEX-9 1:23:45 current VCR status are B E displayed for 5 seconds. The time counter remains on the screen indicating the elapsed time.
Start recording
On the front panel: Press REC ( ). On the Remote: While holding REC ( ), press PLAY ( 3 ).
NOTES:
You cannot activate the S-VHS ET function... while recording is in progress. while timer-recording or Instant Timer Recording ( pg. 28) is in progress. while Video Calibration ( pg. 53) is in progress. S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes. To keep the highest quality recording and playback pictures over a long period of time, S-VHS recording on S-VHS tapes is recommended. Use of high grade tapes are recommended for S-VHS ET . recordings. On some tapes, picture quality will not improve even if the SVHS ET function is used. Check the recording quality before you start important recordings. You can play back S-VHS ET recordings on most of S-VHS VCRs and of VHS VCRs equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) function. (Notice some VCRs are not compatible with this function.) While playing back a tape recorded with this function, noise may appear. (If playback picture becomes blurred or interrupted, use a cleaning cassette.) During special effect playback ( pg. 31), noise may appear. If special effect playback is performed frequently on a tape recorded with this function, the tape may be damaged and picture may be deteriorated
The indications are not recorded.
Exit on-screen display

Press OSD again.
NOTES:
If the VCR is in recording pause mode, REC PAUSE is always displayed. The VCR status can be also displayed during playback.
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Other useful functions for recording
You can also use the following functions for recording. Recording Resume Function If there is a power outage during recording (including Instant Timer Recording, timer recording and Satellite Auto Recording), the recording will resume automatically when the power is restored to the VCR. (No setting is required for this function.) Video Calibration (S-VHS/VHS only) ( pg. 53) 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. Second Audio Recording ( pg. 54) This VCRs built-in MTS decoder enables reception of Multichannel TV Sound broadcast. To record a SAP program received, set 2ND AUDIO REC to ON using the menu screen.

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.
Record safety tab
NOTES:
When the channel is changed on the VCR; The STEREO indication appears on the screen for about 5 seconds if the program is a stereo broadcast. The SAP indication appears on the screen for about 5 seconds if the program is a SAP broadcast. Both indications appear when a stereo program is accompanied by SAP sound.
S-VHS Recording Mode ( pg. 57) This VCR allows you to record on a D-VHS and S-VHS tape with VHS picture quality.
SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK
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Special Effect Playback

With this VCR, you can enjoy special effect playback such as high-speed search, variable-speed search, and still playback and so on.
Locating particular scene rapidly Picture Search
7 High-Speed Picture Search:

Possible during normal playback or still picture playback. You can rapidly locate a particular scene on the tape. To do forward picture search, turn the SHUTTLE ring fully to the right. When you release the ring, a still picture appears. To do reverse picture search, turn the SHUTTLE ring fully to the left. When you release the ring, a still picture appears. If you turn the ring fully and release it within 1 second, a still picture appears.
ATTENTION
When playing back a tape recorded in D-VHS format, the JOG dial and SHUTTLE ring do not work.
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To do forward picture search, press FF ( ). To do reverse picture search, press REW ( ). If you press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds, simply releasing it cancels the picture search, and normal playback resumes. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ). PLAY ( 3 )
NOTES:
The high-speed picture search speed of the D-VHS recording is 6 times normal playback speed in HS mode, 12 times in STD mode, 36 times in LS3 mode. The high-speed picture search speed of the S-VHS/VHS recording is 11 times normal playback speed in SP mode, 31 times in EP mode. The picture may be distorted at the part where the playback speed is changed. The still picture may appear during the high-speed picture search of a tape recorded in D-VHS format on other devices.
7 Variable-Speed Picture Search (S-VHS/VHS only):

SHUTTLE ring You can change the speed of picture search. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right (forward search) or to the left (reverse search). As you turn the SHUTTLE ring, picture search speed changes (see the diagram on page 32). When you release the ring, a still picture appears. The speed of picture search is determined by the rotating angle of the SHUTTLE ring. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).
NOTE:
To use the JOG dial/SHUTTLE ring on the Remote, first press JOG/SHUTTLE on the remote control so that the button lights up.
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To use the JOG dial/SHUTTLE ring on the Remote, first press JOG/SHUTTLE on the remote control so that the button lights up. Still
SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK (cont.)
Viewing still picture

Still Picture Playback
Press PAUSE ( 8 ) during normal playback. Playback is freezed and a still picture appears. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).
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To obtain a noiseless still picture, it may be necessary to adjust tracking in slow motion playback before starting still picture playback.
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Viewing still picture frame by frame Frame-by-Frame Playback (S-VHS/

VHS only)
NOTE:
When playing back a tape recorded in D-VHS format, the JOG dial and SHUTTLE ring do not work.
Pause during playback

Press PAUSE ( 8 ). Playback is freezed and a still picture appears.
Advance or reverse still picture

To advance a still picture, turn the JOG dial to the right. To reverse a still picture, turn the JOG dial to the left.
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To advance a still picture, press (or PAUSE ( 8 )) repeatedly. To reverse a still picture, press 4 repeatedly. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).
PLAY ( 3 )
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Viewing slow motion picture

Slow Motion Playback (S-VHS/VHS only)
1 4 7
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During normal playback or still picture playback: Turn the SHUTTLE ring slowly to the right (forward slow motion) or to the left (reverse slow motion) so that slow motion playback starts.When you release the ring, a still picture appears. Holding PAUSE ( 8 ) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow motion playback. If you press PAUSE ( 8 ) again, still picture resumes. During normal playback: Press 4 to decrease the playback speed. Each time you press the button, the speed decreases (toward reverse slow motion playback, then reverse picture search). Holding PAUSE ( 8 ) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow motion playback. If you press PAUSE ( 8 ) again, still picture resumes. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ). During still picture playback: Press and hold to start forward (or 4 to start reverse) slow motion playback. When you release the button, slow motion playback stops and a still picture appears. Holding PAUSE ( 8 ) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow motion playback. If you press PAUSE ( 8 ) again, still picture resumes. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).
CH +/ PLAY ( 3 )
PAUSE ( 8 )
SHUTTLE ring
NOTE:
Manual tracking is possible during slow motion playback. During slow motion playback, simply press CH + or to adjust tracking.
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TIMER RECORDING
Timer recording allows you to program the VCR to automatically record a broadcast at some future time. Up to 8 timer recording programs can be made using VCR Plus+ timer programing or Express timer programing method ( pg. 38) as far as a year in advance. The VCR Plus+ timer programing system eliminates the need to input channel, date, start and stop time data when programing timer recording settings. Simply key in the PlusCode number for the TV broadcast you wish to record and the VCRs timer will be automatically programed. (The PlusCode programing numbers are the numbers next to the program in most TV listing.)
VCR Plus+ Timer Programing

1 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. The VCR turns on, and the counter is reset, automatically.
2 Access VCR Plus+ screen

Press PROG. on the Remote.
PLUSCODE NUMBER
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WEEKLY
The clock must be set to access the VCR PRESS NUMBER KEYS (09) Plus+ screen. PRESS (+/) TO SET EXPRESS PROGRAMMING If you have not set the PRESS (PROG.) TO END clock, the Main Menu screen appears after an error message is displayed. Refer to page 9 for the Plug & Play setting or page 10 for the clock setting procedure.
DAILY (M-F) CANCEL STOP +/
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3 Enter PlusCode number

Press the appropriate Number keys to input the PlusCode number printed in the TV listings for the TV broadcast you wish to record, then press OK.
PLUSCODE NUMBER
123
PRESS NUMBER KEYS (09) THEN (OK) PRESS (PROG.) TO END
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Then; If the Guide Channel Set screen appears go to step 4. If the VCR Plus+ Program screen appears go to step 5. To make corrections, press CANCEL and input the correct PlusCode number.
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4 Input receiving channel number
The guide channel GUIDE CHANNEL SET UP number, which is GUIDE CH 12 assigned to the TV or VCR CH cable station for the PlusCode number that PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) you entered in step 3, OR (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (PROG.) TO END will appear automatically on the Guide Channel Set Up screen. Press the Number keys (or @ #) 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. The Guide Channel Set screen appears only when you input the PlusCode number of a station for which the guide channel number has not been set previously. 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 15 17.
Press PROG. or OK. PROGRAM COMPLETED appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen appears.
8 Engage timer recording standby mode

Press TIMER. The VCR turns off automatically and is displayed on the front display panel.
To use the VCR while it is in timer recording standby mode

Press TIMER to cancel the timer recording standby mode, then press POWER to turn on the VCR. DO NOT forget to put the VCR into timer recording standby mode again by pressing TIMER after you use the VCR; otherwise, you cannot record the broadcasts you want. When AUTO TIMER ( pg. 56) is set to ON, the timer recording standby mode is automatically engaged when the VCR is turned off. It is temporarily canceled when the VCR is turned on. You do not have to press TIMER to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode.
5 Check program date

The PlusCode number you entered and the corresponding timer recording program is displayed on the Program screen. Check to make sure it is accurate.
PROGRAM PLUSCODE NUM. : 012345678 START STOP DATE 8:00PM 10:00PM 12/24/01 CH MON CATV 12 STD (SP) PRESS (+/, SP/EP, 8=DAILY 9=WEEKLY) THEN (OK) PRESS (PROG.) TO END
IMPORTANT
If you have moved to a different area or if a broadcasting stations channel number has been changed, the wrong VCR CH or CABLE CH number will be displayed on the Program screen in step 5. When this happens, set the correct guide channel number for that station. ( pg. 36, Changing VCR Plus+ Setting)
To change the stop time, press STOP +/. To timer-record daily (MondayFriday) or weekly serials, press DAILY (M-F) (number 8) or WEEKLY (number 9). DAILY or WEEKLY appears on the Program screen. Pressing the button again makes each corresponding display disappear. If you made a mistake, press CANCEL to access the VCR Plus+ screen again and input the correct PlusCode number. If an incorrect PlusCode number or the one for a broadcast already finished has been inputted, ERROR is displayed for about 5 seconds, then the VCR Plus+ screen reappears.
NOTES:
Even if a power failure occurs, the VCR keeps your timer programs. However, the clock time, channel settings, and other menu settings are lost if it lasts for more than 3 minutes. As a result, when the power is supplied again to this VCR after the power failure, the following will take place. 1. This VCR starts the Plug & Play setting automatically to restore the clock time and channel setting. 2. If the clock time and channel setting are restored correctly, each timer program you have made will start at its start time unless its end time has elapsed. To timer-record cable channels received through a cable box, be sure to keep the cable box turned on. If MEMORY FULL appears on the display when you finish a program setting, the VCRs memory for the Video Navigation function is full ( pg. 42). This is not related to actual recording, so you can finish recording normally, but the Video Navigation information such as recording date, start time, end time, and channel number will not be stored in memory.
6 Set tape speed
Press HS/STD/LS3/SP/LP ( speed.
) to set the tape
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TIMER RECORDING (cont.)

IMPORTANT
If you have moved to a different area or if a broadcasting stations channel number has been changed, the wrong VCR CH or CABLE CH number will be displayed on the Program screen ( step 5 on page 35). When this happens, perform the following steps to set the correct guide channel number for that station.
Changing VCR Plus+ Setting

To ensure that VCR Plus+ timer recording operates correctly, it is necessary to set the VCR Plus+ Guide Channel Set for each station. Read the following information carefully.
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VCR Plus+ guide channel matching The VCR Plus+ programing system assigns a VCR Plus+ guide channel to the TV channels and the cable channels. These guide channel numbers are 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+ programing, the VCR Plus+ guide channel number for each station should match the channel number on which it is received in your area.
NOTES:
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. Many TV stations can be viewed on cable. Check your TV listing, or contact your cable supplier for details.
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Press MENU. Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to TUNER SET UP, then press OK.
5 Input receiving channel number

Press the Number keys or @ # to input the number of the channel on which the guide channels broadcasts are received, then press OK.
(Ex.) If WNJU(Ind.) is received on channel 47
GUIDE CHANNEL SET UP GUIDE CH VCR CH 6 47
MAIN MENU
VIDEO NAVIGATION FUNCTION SET UP 3 TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP i. LINK SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each instance.
PRESS NUMBER KEY (0-9) OR (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Access Guide Channel Set screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to GUIDE CHANNEL SET, then press OK.
TUNER SET UP BAND CATV AUTO CHANNEL SET UP MANUAL CHANNEL SET 3 GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET UP DBS RECIEVER SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press MENU.
4 Input guide channel number
Press the Number keys (Ex.) When inputting the or @ # to input the VCR guide channel number 6 Plus+ guide channel for WNJU(Ind.) number as shown in the GUIDE CHANNEL SET UP TV listing, then press GUIDE CH 6 OK. VCR CH If you receive your channels with a cable PRESS NUMBER KEY (0-9) box and if you have OR (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END properly set your Controller, CABLE CH appears in place of VCR CH. If not, refer to pages 15 17 and re-perform the procedure.
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You can directly program the VCRs timer to record up to 8 broadcasts, as far as a year in advance. Remember, the clock must be set before you can program the timer ( pg. 10).
Express Timer Programing

1 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. The VCR turns on, and the counter is reset, automatically.
2 Access VCR PLUS+ screen 3 Access Program screen

Press PROG.. Press START +/ once.
PROGRAM
START STOP DATE : AM : AM / / CH SUN STD (SP) PRESS (+/, SP/EP, 8=DAILY 9=WEEKLY) THEN (OK) PRESS (PROG.) TO END
4 Set program start time

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POWER
1 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
Press START +/ repeatedly to enter the time you want recording to start.
PROGRAM START STOP DATE 8:00AM : AM / / CH SUN STD (SP) PRESS (+/, SP/EP, 8=DAILY 9=WEEKLY) THEN (OK) PRESS (PROG.) TO END
DAILY (M-F) DBS
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WEEKLY
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Press and hold START +/ to increase the time in 30-minute intervals.
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5 Set program stop time 6 Set program date
Press STOP +/ repeatedly to enter the time you want recording to stop. Press and hold STOP +/ to increase the time in 30-minute intervals.
Press DATE +/. (The current date is displayed on the screen. The date you enter appears in its place.)
7 Set channel number
Press CH +/. If you are using a DBS receiver, see ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS on next page. Holding down CH +/ rapidly changes the channel numbers.
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8 Set tape speed
NOTES:
) to set the tape
Even if a power failure occurs, the VCR keeps your timer programs. However, the clock time, channel settings, and other menu settings are lost if it lasts for more than 3 minutes. As a result, when the power is supplied again to this VCR after the power failure, the following will take place. 1. This VCR starts the Plug & Play setting automatically to restore the clock time and channel setting. 2. If the clock time and channel setting are restored correctly, each timer program you have made will start at its start time unless its end time has elapsed. Programs that start after midnight must have the next days date. After timer recording is completed, the VCR turns off automatically. You can program the timer recording while a regular recording is in progress; the menu screens will not be recorded. If the tape reaches its end during timer recording, the cassette is automatically ejected. To timer-record cable or satellite channels, be sure to keep the cable box or DBS receiver turned on. If MEMORY FULL appears on the display when you finish a program setting, the VCRs memory for the Video Navigation function is full ( pg. 42). This is not related to actual recording, so you can finish recording normally, but the Video Navigation information such as recording date, start time, end time, and channel number will not be stored in memory.
Press HS/STD/LS3/SP/LP ( speed.
Press PROG. or OK. PROGRAM COMPLETED appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen appears.
0 Engage timer recording standby mode

Press TIMER. The VCR turns off automatically and is displayed on the front display panel.
To timer-record daily (MondayFriday) or weekly serials

Press DAILY (M-F) (number 8) or WEEKLY (number 9) anytime during steps 3 through 8. DAILY or WEEKLY appears on the Program screen. Pressing the button again makes the corresponding indication disappear.
To use the VCR while it is in timer recording standby mode

Press TIMER to cancel the timer recording standby mode, then press POWER to turn on the VCR. DO NOT forget to put the VCR into timer recording standby mode again by pressing TIMER after you use the VCR; otherwise, you cannot record the broadcast you want. When AUTO TIMER ( pg. 56) is set to ON, the timer recording standby mode is automatically engaged when the VCR is turned off. It is temporarily canceled when the VCR is turned on. You do not have to press TIMER to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode.
ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS

If you are using a DBS PROGRAM receiver (unless DBS START STOP DATE RECEIVER SET UP is set 8:00PM 10:00PM 12/24/01 CH SUN to OFF pg. 19), the DBS 110 STD (SP) band indication (TV, CATV PRESS (+/, SP/EP, 8=DAILY or DBS) appears under the 9=WEEKLY) THEN (OK) PRESS (PROG.) TO END channel number indication. TV :To timer-record a regular TV broadcast received on the VCR. CATV :To timer-record a cable TV broadcast received on the VCR, or through a cable box (unless CABLE BOX SET UP is set to OFF pg. 16). DBS :To timer-record a satellite broadcast received through a DBS receiver.
NOTE:
If BAND is set to TV on the Tuner Set Up Screen ( pg. 14) and CABLE BOX SET UP is set to OFF on the Cable Box Set screen ( pg. 16), CATV will not be displayed on the Program screen; If BAND is set to CATV or CABLE BOX SET UP is set to ON, TV will not be displayed.
If the channel number entered requires that the band be set, 7=DBS is displayed on the screen. If this happens, press the Number key 7 (DBS) to select DBS.
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Canceling or changing program settings

Access Program screen
Repeat steps 1 to 3 in the left column.
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Cancel or change program setting

To cancel a program, press CANCEL. To change a program, press the appropriate button: START+/, STOP+/, DATE+/, CH+/, and/or HS/STD/ ). LS3/SP/EP ( To return to the program List screen, press OK.
PROGRAM CHECK START STOP DATE 8:00PM 10:00PM 12/24/01 CH SUN CATV 12 STD (SP) PRESS (CANCEL) TO CANCEL PRESS (OK) TO PROG. LIST PRESS (P. CHECK) TO END
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Return to normal screen

Press PROG. CHECK.
Reengage timer recording standby mode

Press TIMER. When AUTO TIMER ( pg. 56) is set to ON, the timer recording standby mode automatically resumes when you turn off the VCR.
OK
A Checking program settings 1 Disengage timer

Press TIMER, then press POWER. When AUTO TIMER ( pg. 56) is set to ON, you do not have to press TIMER.
Front display panel

The indicators on the front display panel show the total number of timer-programs, the currently selected program (blinking).
Access Program List screen

Press PROG. CHECK.
PROGRAM LIST [ 2/ 3] DATE START STOP CH 5 12/24 8:00PM 10:00 12 12/25 10:00AM 10:45 40 12/25 11:30PM 1:00 125 312/26 9:00PM 11:00 11 12/27 11:00AM 11:45 39 12/28 10:30PM 1:00 124 SELECT WITH (5) AND (OK) PRESS (P. CHECK) TO END
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Access Program screen

Press % to select a program, then press OK to check more detailed information. Each time you press %, the programs information also appears on the front display panel. See Front display panel in the right column. To return to the normal screen, press PROG. CHECK.
15 timer-recordings are already programmed. 13th program is currently selected.
Pro appears while timer-programming is made or Program List screen is displayed.
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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. You can also use the following functions for timer recording.
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Other Useful functions for timer recording
Pattern 1:
The program with the lower program number will be recorded.

10:00 11:00 12:00
Program 1 Program 2
CH10 CH40
Not recorded
Auto Timer ( pg. 56) When AUTO TIMER is set to ON, the timer recording standby mode is automatically engaged when the VCR is turned off. It is temporarily canceled when the VCR is turned on. You do not have to press TIMER to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode. Auto SP = EP Timer (S-VHS/VHS only) ( pg. 56) If there is not enough tape to record the entire broadcast for recording in SP mode, the VCR automatically switches to EP mode to allow complete recording. This feature is especially handy when recording a broadcast of more than 2 hours in length.
Pattern 2:
The program starting earlier will be recorded.

10:00 11:00 12:00
CH10 Program 1 Program 2 CH40
Not recorded
Pattern 3:
The program starting earlier will be recorded, followed by the remaining portion of the other program.
11:00 12:00
10:00
Program 1
CH10
Program 2 Not recorded
CH40
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VIDEO NAVIGATION
This function is useful when you want to quickly find out what programs you have recorded on a tape using this VCR. This function allows you to select a program to watch, and then automatically searches for the beginning of the program.
Navigation Playback
1 Load a cassette
Insert a tape recorded on this VCR. The VCR turns on automatically. The counter is automatically reset to 0:00:00. The tape will run for a few seconds while the VCR searches for the tape number recorded. If tape number is found, it will be shown on the TV screen if SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON. ( pg. 56) If the cassettes record safety tab has been removed, playback begins automatically.
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2 Access Title screen

Press NAVIGATION.
BLANK 2:00 (LS3) [ 1/ 3] After pressing 3 12/21 SYDNEY OLYMPIC NAVIGATION, it may 10/11 FOOTBALL 2:00 (LS3) take a few seconds to BLANK EURO 96 ENGLAND 1/ 1 access the Title screen 12/21/01 DBS 256 SHOW 6:30AM= 5:53PM 11:23 (LS3) while the VCR PRESS (5), THEN (OK) TO SEARCH , EDIT LIBRARY (0) searches for the Video Navigation information. ]0107 ALL SPORTS TAPE
2 A 2,3
A 1,4
A 3
3 Select program 4 Start playback
2 4 A 2
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the program you want to watch.
Press OK. Playback starts automatically after the selected program is located.
NOTES:
If you press NAVIGATION while Video Navigation is deactivated, NAVIGATION: OFF appears (with SUPERIMPOSE set to ON: pg. 56). Video Navigation playback is possible only with the tape recorded on this VCR. To record the date and time as the program title in this VCR's memory, make sure the VCRs clock is set correctly before recording. To record the program information in this VCRs memory, you must record each program for over the minimum recording time; 5 min for the D-VHS (HS) mode, 10 min for the D-VHS (STD) mode, 30 min for the D-VHS (LS3) mode, 5 min for the S-VHS/VHS (SP) mode and 15 min for S-VHS/VHS (EP) mode. Video Navigation may not work properly for some tapes. If the VCR finds two tape numbers in one tape while playing back or searching for the beginning of a program, the tape will be assigned just one number (smaller number) when you remove the tape. The program information is stored in this VCRs memory. Should the memory in this VCR be damaged and the program information be lost, it is impossible to restore that information. After recording a tape on this VCR, write the tape number on a label and affix the label to the tape in order to allow you to find the tape by its number.
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How to read the Video Navigation screen
Maximum blank time on the tape [Page No./Total Page No.] (only 4 programs can be shown at a time) D: D-VHS cassette S: S-VHS cassette No display: VHS cassette
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1 2
Deactivating Video Navigation
If you do not want to store program information, you can deactivate the Video Navigation function.
Access Main Menu screen

Press MENU.
Access Video Navigation screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to VIDEO NAVIGATION, then press OK.
MAIN MENU 3 VIDEO NAVIGATION FUNCTION SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP i. LINK SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Tape number and tape title
]0107 D ALL SPORTS TAPE BLANK 2:00 (LS3) [ 1/ 1] 3 12/21 SYDNEY OLYMPIC BLANK 2:00 (LS3) 1/ 1 EURO 96 ENGLAND BLANK 1:00 (LS3) 12/21/01 DBS 256 SHOW 6:30AM= 2:30PM 8:00 (LS3) PRESS (5), THEN (OK) TO SEARCH, EDIT LIBRARY (0)
Deactivate Video Navigation

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to NAVIGATION, then press @ #. Each time you press @ #, Video Navigation turns ON or OFF.
VIDEO NAVIGATION USED MEMORY SEARCHEDIT BLANK SPACE LIST 3 NAVIGATION 50%
The detailed program information currently selected (date, channel, category, start time, end time, recording length, recording speed) Date of recording and program title Example
SYDNEY OLYMPIC 8:00 (LS3) BLANK 2:00 (LS3) EURO 96 ENGLAND 4:00 (LS3) BLANK 1:00 (LS3)
OFF
PRESS (5), THEN (2 3) PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press MENU.
Blank part* * "BLANK" appears for non-recorded part, the part whose information has been deleted manually ( pg. 51), or the part where new program has been recorded.
How to read the Video Navigation screen for pre-recorded tape

If you insert a pre-recorded tape and then press NAVIGATION, the following screen appears. Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the item that you want to watch, then press the OK. Playback starts automatically after the selected item is located. Title
CHAPTER NAVITATION TITLE WORLD CUP 1. CHAPTER1 3 2. CHAPTER2 3. CHAPTER3 SECTOR 3-1
Chapters
NOTES:
Sections
PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (NAVIGATION) TO END
Up to 38 characters of the title can be displayed, and up to 22 characters of each chapter and section name can be displayed. The on-screen display is output to the TV with S-VIDEO, VIDEO, COMPONENT VIDEO signal in 480i image format.
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VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.)

You can find a tape you want using Video Navigation. You have four methods to find tapes; by tape number, by recording date, by category, and by tape remaining time.
Finding Tapes
A
1 2
Finding by tape number

Press MENU.
Use the Remote to do the following operations.
VCR TV CABLE/DBS

1 4 7
2 5 8 0
3 6 9
Access SearchEdit screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to SEARCHEDIT, then press OK.
VIDEO NAVIGATION USED MEMORY 3 SEARCHEDIT BLANK SPACE LIST NAVIGATION 50%
ON
A 24 B 2 C 2,3 A 1,6 B 4 C 5
C 3 A 24 B 2 C 2,3
PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Access tape number screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to TAPE NUM., then press OK.
SEARCHEDIT 3 TAPE NUM. DATE CATEGORY SRCHEDIT/TAPE# [ 1/ 3] ] TAPE TITLE 0017 FOOTBALL 3 0008 RIKSON VS OGAWA 0007 WORLD CUP 0002 EURO 2000 0001 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PAGE (2 3) EDIT (0) END (MENU)
The tape number list screen appears, being sorted by the tape numbers.
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Confirm tape number lists

SRCHEDIT/TAPE# [ 1/ 3] ] TAPE TITLE 0017 FOOT BALL 3 0008 RIKSON VS OGAWA 0007 WORLD CUP 0002 EURO 2000 0001 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PAGE (2 3) EDIT (0) END (MENU)
1st page (out of 3 pages in this example) of the tape number lists is shown.
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Finding by category
Use the Remote to do the following operations. To find a program by category, be sure to select program category in advance ( pg. 49).
Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 44, then go to the following steps. Access category screen
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to CATEGORY, then press OK.
SEARCHEDIT TAPE NUM. DATE 3 CATEGORY
To go to another page of the lists, press @ #. To playback the selected tape, insert the corresponding tape on the VCR and press OK.

Press MENU.
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1 2
Finding by recording date

Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 44, then go to the following steps. Access date screen
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to DATE, then press OK.
SEARCHEDIT TAPE NUM. 3 DATE CATEGORY SRCHEDIT/DATE [ 1/ 3] ] TITLE DATE 6/20/02 0301 KOREA/JAPA 3 12/31/01 0002 8:02PM F-1 11/ 9/01 0702 L-2 FOOTBA 5/26/01 0612 8:00AM DBS 999 10/06/00 0612 12:45PM CH 45 PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PAGE (2 3) END (MENU)
Select category
Press %@ # to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the category you want, then press OK.
SRCHEDIT/CATEGORY MOVIES SOAPS NEWS CHILD SERIES SPECIAL COMEDY CLASSIC RELIGI. OTHERS SPORTS EDUCAT. MUSIC SHOPPIN MISC. SPORTS [ 1/ 3] ] TITLE DATE 0001 KOREA/JAPA 6/20/02 3 0002 8:02PM F-1 12/31/01 0072 L-2 FOOTBA 11/ 9/01 0132 CHAMPIONS 5/26/00 0202 EURO 2000 10/06/00 PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PAGE (2 3) END (MENU)
Use the Remote to do the following operations.
PRESS (52 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
The list screen of the selected category appears.
4 5
Confirm lists
To go to another page of the lists, press @ #. To playback the program, insert the corresponding tape on the VCR and press OK.
The list screen appears, being sorted by the recording date.

Press MENU.
3 4
Confirm lists
To go to another page of the lists, press @ #. To playback the selected program, insert the corresponding tape on the VCR and press OK.

Press MENU.
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VCR TV CABLE/DBS

Access Blank Space List screen
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to BLANK SPACE LIST, then press OK.
1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
VIDEO NAVIGATION USED MEMORY SEARCHEDIT 3 BLANK SPACE LIST NAVIGATION 50%
ON
Set condition.
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to TAPE SPEED, then press @ # to select the recording speed.
BLANK SPACE LIST /RECORD CONDITION 3 TAPE SPEED LS3 REC. LENGTH 2:00
D 2-5,7,8
D 4-5 D 2-5,7,8
PRESS (5), THEN (2 3) Press % to move the PRESS (OK) TO LIST highlight bar (arrow) to REC. LENGTH, then press @ # to select the blank time.
Then, press OK.
Select tape number

Press % then press OK. To go to another page of the lists, press @ #.
BLANK SPACE LIST 1/ 3 ] LS3 TAPE TITLE 0001 2:00 KOREA/JAPA 3 0002 2:01 OLYMPIC 0072 2:12 WORLD CUP 0132 3:34 CHAMPIONS 0202 3:50 EURO 2000 PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PAGE (2 3) END (MENU)
D 1
Load a cassette
Insert the cassette whose number you have found in step 5.
D
1 2
Finding blank space
7 8
Access Title screen

Press OK.
You can find a tape whose remaining time is enough for a program you want to record. Use the Remote to do the following operations.
Select blank
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to BLANK, then press OK. The VCR will start search for the beginning of the blank part, then stop.
]0002 OLYMPIC BLANK 2:00 (LS3) [ 1/ 3] 12/21 SYDNEY OLYMPIC 10/11 FOOTBALL 3 BLANK 2:01 (LS3) 1/ 1 EURO 96 ENGLAND PRESS (5), THEN (OK) TO SEARCH , EDIT LIBRARY (0)

Press MENU.

Prepare for recording.

See page 26 for recording.
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Editing Titles
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.
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VCR TV CABLE/DBS
Editing tape title
When you want to edit the tape title, follow the procedure below by using the Remote.
1
1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9

Press MENU.
CANCEL
A 7 B 5 A 5 B 3 C 3 C 5 B 2 C 2 A 27 B 4,5

A 26 B 3,4 C 3-5 A 1,8 B 6 C 6
Access SearchEdit screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to SEARCHEDIT, then press OK.
ON
Access tape number screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to TAPE NUM., then press OK.
SEARCHEDIT 3 TAPE NUM. DATE CATEGORY
Select tape number

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the tape number for which you want to edit the title, then press Number key 0.
SRCHEDIT/TAPE# [ 1/ 3] ] TAPE TITLE 3 0017 FOOTBALL 0008 RIKSON VS OGAWA 0007 WORLD CUP 0002 EURO 2000 0001 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PAGE (2 3) EDIT (0) END (MENU)
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Access edit screen
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to EDIT TAPE TITLE, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY ] : 0017 TAPE TITLE : FOOTBALL 3 EDIT TAPE TITLE DELETE TAPE INFO PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

How to enter the characters and symbols
Press the Number keys, then press 33 to enter each character. Refer to the example below. (Ex.) Enter JVC NEWS. 1 Press 5 (JKL) once to enter J, then press 33. 2 Press 8 (TUV) three times to enter V, then press 33. 3 Press 2 (ABC) three times to enter C, then press 33. 4 Press 0 ( ) twice to enter (space), then press 33. 5 Press 6 (MNO) twice to enter N, then press 33. 6 Press 3 (DEF) twice to enter E, then press 33. 7 Press 9 (WXYZ) once to enter W, then press 33. 8 Press 7 (PQRS) four times to enter S, then press 33.
NUMBER KEY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 .,?+ ABCabc2 DEFdef3 GHIghi4 JKLjkl5 MNOmno6 PQRSpqrs7 TUVtuv8 WXYZwxyz9 0 _(space) CHARACTERS
Enter title
Press the Number keys to enter the title, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY EDIT TAPE TITLE JVC NEW S (INPUT LETTERS)
For entering the characters as the title, INPUT TITLE WITH (0 9, < >, CANCEL), INPUT SYMBOL ( ) refer to How to enter THEN (OK), END (MENU) the characters and symbols on the right column. (In this example, enter JVC NEWS.)
/[]1

Press MENU.
To enter various symbols, press . The screen for entering symbols appears. Press %@ # to select a symbol, then press OK.
NOTES:
If you make a mistake, press @ # to select the character, then enter the correct character. If you want to delete a character, press @ # to select the character, then press CANCEL.
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Entering or Editing program title
C
1 2 3
Editing program category
When you want to edit the program title, follow the procedure below by using the Remote.
When you want to change the program category, follow the procedure below by using the Remote.
1 2 3
Load a cassette
Insert a tape on which there is a program you want to edit.
Load a cassette
Access Title screen

Press NAVIGATION.
Access Title screen

Press NAVIGATION.
Select program
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the program you want to edit, then press Number key 0.
]0017 ALL SPORTS TAPE BLANK 2:00 (LS3) [ 1/ 3] 12/21 SYDNEY OLYMPIC 3 10/11 FOOTBALL BLANK 2:00 (LS3) 1/ 1 EURO 96 ENGLAND 12/21/01 DBS 256 SHOW 6:30AM= 5:53PM 11:23 (LS3) PRESS (5), THEN (OK) TO SEARCH, EDIT LIBRARY (0)
Select program
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the program you want to edit, then press Number key 0.
]0017 ALL SPORTS TAPE BLANK 2:00 (LS3) [ 1/ 3] 12/21 SYDNEY OLYMPIC 3 10/11 FOOTBALL BLANK 2:00 (LS3) 1/ 1 EURO 96 ENGLAND 12/21/01 DBS 256 SHOW 6:30AM= 5:53PM 11:23 (LS3) PRESS (5), THEN (OK) TO SEARCH , EDIT LIBRARY (0)
Access category screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to EDIT CATEGORY, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY ] : 0017 PROGRAM TITLE : FOOTBALL EDIT PROGRAM TITLE 3 EDIT CATEGORY DELETE PROGRAM INFO PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Access edit screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to EDIT PROGRAM TITLE, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY ] : 0017 PROGRAM TITLE : FOOTBALL 3 EDIT PROGRAM TITLE EDIT CATEGORY DELETE PROGRAM INFO PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Select category
Press %@ # to select the category you want, then press OK.
EDIT LIBRARY/CATEGORIES TITLE (FOOTBALL) CATEGORY : SPORTSS MOVIES SOAPS SPORTS NEWS CHILD EDUCAT. SERIES SPECIAL MUSIC COMEDY CLASSIC SHOPPIN RELIGI. OTHERS MISC. PRESS (52 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Enter title
Press the Number keys to enter the title, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY EDIT PROGRAM TITLE JVC NEW S (INPUT LETTERS)
For entering the characters as the title, INPUT TITLE WITH (0 9, < >, CANCEL), INPUT SYMBOL ( refer to How to enter THEN (OK), END (MENU) the characters and symbols on page 48. (In this example, enter JVC NEW.)

Press MENU.

Press MENU.
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VCR TV CABLE/DBS
Deleting tape information
When you want to delete the entire tape information (information for all recorded programs on the tape), follow the procedure below by using the Remote. Tape information for the Video Navigation function is deleted, but the recorded programs will not be erased.
1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
1
E
Follow steps 1 to 4 on page 47, then go to the following steps. Select tape number
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the tape number you want to delete, then press Number key 0.
SRCHEDIT/TAPE# [ 1/ 3] ] TAPE TITLE 3 0017 FOOTBALL 0008 RIKSON VS OGAWA 0007 WORLD CUP 0002 EURO 2000 0001 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PAGE (2 3) EDIT (0) END (MENU)
D 2,3 E 3,4 F 2 D 5 E 6 F 1,4
D E E
5 2
Access delete screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to DELETE TAPE INFO, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY ] : 0017 TAPE TITLE : FOOTBALL EDIT TAPE TITLE 3 DELETE TAPE INFO PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
D 3,4 E 4,5 F 2
Delete tape information

Press @ # to move the highlight bar to YES, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY DELETE ] 0017 TAPE TITLE (FOOTBALL) DELETE TAPE INFO YES NO PRESS (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press MENU.
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Deleting program information
F
1 2
Checking memory
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.
You can check the amount of recorded information in the VCRs memory.

Press MENU.

1 2 3
Load a cassette
Access Title screen

Press NAVIGATION.
Select program
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the program you want to delete, then press Number key 0.
]0017 ALL SPORTS TAPE BLANK 2:00 (LS3) [ 1/ 3] 12/21 SYDNEY OLYMPIC 3 10/11 WORLD CUP BLANK 2:00 (LS3) 1/ 1 EURO 96 ENGLAND 12/21/01 DBS 256 SHOW 6:30AM= 5:53PM 11:23 (LS3) PRESS (5), THEN (OK) TO SEARCH, EDIT LIBRARY (0)
Check memory
The percentage of the used memory is displayed.
ON
Access delete screen

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to DELETE PROGRAM INFO, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY ] : 0017 PROGRAM TITLE : WORLD CUP EDIT PROGRAM TITLE EDIT CATEGORY 3 DELETE PROGRAM INFO PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press MENU.
If memory is full, you have to delete unwanted information to store more information in the VCRs memory.
Delete program information

Press @ # to move the highlight bar to YES, then press OK.
EDIT TAPE LIBRARY DELETE ] 0017 PROGRAM TITLE (WORLD CUP) DELETE PROGRAM INFO YES NO PRESS (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press MENU.
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OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS

You can use the other useful function settings on the Function Set Up screens by following the procedure described below. For the functions you can set on the Function Set Up screen, see pages 53 to 57.
Useful Function Settings

1 Access Main Menu screen 2 Access Function Set Up screen

Press MENU. Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to FUNCTION SET UP, then press OK.
MAIN MENU
VIDEO NAVIGATION 3 FUNCTION SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP i. LINK SET UP PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
1 4 7
2 5 8 0
3 6 9
3 Select Function Menu.

Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the menu of the function you want to set, then press OK.
FUNCTION SET UP 3 VIDEO FUNCTION AUDIO FUNCTION IN/OUT FUNCTION ADDITIONAL PRESS (5), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
24 16
4 Select Function.
5 23
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the function you want to set.
FUNCTION SET/VIDEO (VHS) 3 V, CALIBRATION PICTURE CONTROL DIGITAL R3 VIDEO STABILIZER ON AUTO ON OFF
SELECT WITH (5) AND (2 3) PRESS (MENU) TO END
5 Change setting 6 Return to normal screen

Press @ #. Press MENU.
NOTE:
To go back to a previous screen during settings, press BACK (1).
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Video settings [VIDEO (VHS)]

V, CALIBRATION (S-VHS/VHS only)
ON OFF
* The default setting is bold in the table below.
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.
NOTES:
During playback, this function is always working even though V, CALIBRATION appears just at the beginning of automatic tracking. During recording, this function works only for the first EP recording and the first SP recording on an inserted tape. For timer recording, this function checks the tape condition both for the SP recording and the EP recording before the first timer recording starts. When you play back rental tapes or tapes recorded on other VCRs, set this function either ON or OFF whichever gives you the best picture.
PICTURE CONTROL (S-VHS/VHS only)

AUTO (NORM) EDIT SOFT SHARP
This function helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference. AUTO: Normally select this. Picture quality is adjusted (NORM) automatically. When V, CALIBRATION is OFF, NORM will appear instead of AUTO. EDIT: Minimizes picture degradation during editing (recording and playback). SOFT: Reduces image coarseness when viewing overplayed tapes containing much noise. SHARP: Clearer, sharper-edged picture when viewing images with much flat, same-colored surfaces such as cartoons.
NOTES:
When you select EDIT, SOFT or SHARP, the selected mode will not change until you select again. Select EDIT when you are editing tapes ( pg. 62, 64). After you finish editing the tapes, select AUTO (NORM when V, CALIBRATION is OFF.)
DIGITAL R3 (S-VHS/VHS only)

ON OFF
When this function is set to ON, edge correction to the luminance signal is performed to enhance details. Normally set this function to ON.
NOTES:
Depending on the type of tape being used, picture quality may be better with DIGITAL R3 set to OFF. If you use this VCR as the playback VCR for editing, be sure to set DIGITAL R3 to OFF before starting.
VIDEO STABILIZER (S-VHS/VHS only)

ON OFF
When this function is set to ON, you can automatically correct vertical vibrations in the picture when playing back unstable recordings made on another VCR.
NOTES:
When you finish viewing a tape, be sure to set this function to OFF. Regardless of the setting, this function has no effect during recording and during special effects playback. The on-screen display may jitter vertically when this function is set to ON. To watch recordings with close-caption, set this function to OFF.
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Audio settings [AUDIO]
DV AUDIO REC
AUDIO1 AUDIO2 1+2MIX
OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS (cont.)

* The default setting is bold in the table below. Up to four audio signal channels can be input from a DV camcorder through the DV IN connector (i.LINK). This recorder allows you to select and record two of these channels. This setting is used to specify which two channels to record. When there are four DV audio channels (32kHz): AUDIO1: Records the two channels (L/R) of DV AUDIO 1. AUDIO2: Records the two channels (L/R) of DV AUDIO 2. 1+2MIX: Mixes and records both DV AUDIO 1 and 2. When there are two DV audio channels (48kHz): Because there are only two channels, those two channels are recorded regardless of the DV sound setting.
OPTICAL OUT
Dolby D 2CH-PCM
This VCR can send the Dolby Digital bitstream or PCM Audio to external devices. When you play back a tape including the Dolby Digital bitstream, and if you have a device equipped with Dolby Digital decoder, set this function to Dolby D. If not, set this function to 2CH-PCM. The digital audio is output only when you play back a tape recorded in D-VHS format. The digital audio is not output when you play back a tape recorded in S-VHS/VHS format. This VCR
CABLE BOX
Y PB/CB
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
PR/CR
IN(L-1)
IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

OUT
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
OUT
IN
Amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital decoder
Note for connection: Remove the connector cover from the VCR and the protection cap from the cable.
2ND AUDIO REC

ON OFF
When this function is set to ON; If a SAP program is received, the SAP audio is recorded on both the normal and Hi-Fi tracks. The main audio is not recorded. If a non-SAP program is received, the main audio is recorded on both the Hi-Fi and normal tracks. When this function is set to OFF, the SAP audio cannot be recorded.
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Input/Output settings [IN/OUT]

TV OUTPUT 1
720to1080 NO CONV. ALLto480i
Select the apppropriate mode when playing back a D-VHS tape containing a recording of an HD (High Definition) signal: 720to1080: 720p is up-converted to 1080i and output to the TV. 1080i, 480p, and 480i image formats are output to the TV without being converted. Select this when the 720p image played back is distorted. NO CONV.: 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i image formats are output to the TV just as they are. ALLto480i: All images will be output to the TV in 480i image format.
NOTE:
When you play back the picture of 1080i, 720p, 480p image format, the signal is not output from the S-VIDEO or VIDEO output connector.
TV OUTPUT 2
WIDE16:9 NORM4:3
Select the apppropriate mode depending on the type of TV you have. WIDE16:9: NORM4:3: Select this for a wide TV set with 16:9 screen image size. Select this for a TV set with 4:3 screen image size.
NOTES:
When TV OUTPUT 2 is set to WIDE16:9, sometimes the screen image may be stretched vertically. When TV OUTPUT 2 is set to NORM4:3, sometimes subtitles may not be visible or the ends of the screen image may be cut off. Normally select WIDE16:9. In order to let the equipment determine the screen image size, it is recommended that you connect the VCR and TV using the component video output connectors or S VIDEO OUT connector.
ATTENTION:
When recording by down-conversion, the screen image will be stretched vertically regardless of TV OUTPUT 2 setting.
FRONT AUX F-1

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 on the front panel. Make sure to select the correct terminal; otherwise, you may fail in recording (editing) on this VCR. 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 you select the correct terminal; otherwise, you may fail in recording (editing) on this VCR. You have to select which terminal either VIDEO (composite) or S VIDEO (Y/C separate signals) to use as the video input terminal (L-2) on the rear panel. Make sure you select the correct terminal; otherwise, you may fail in recording (editing) on this VCR. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE \
REAR AUX L-1

VIDEO S-VIDEO
REAR AUX L-2

VIDEO S-VIDEO
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Additional settings [ADDTL]
AUTO SP = EP TIMER (S-VHS/VHS only)
ON OFF

When this function is set to ON, the VCR automatically switches to EP mode to allow complete recording if there is not enough tape to record the entire program while timer-recording in SP mode. For Example . . . Recording a program of 140 minutes in length onto a 120-minute tape
Approximately 110 minutes SP mode Approximately 30 minutes EP mode
Make sure you set this function to ON before the timer-recording starts.
NOTES:
If you have programed the VCR to timer-record 2 or more programs, the second program and those thereafter may not fit on the tape with this function set to ON. In this case, do not use this function, but change the tape speed manually during timer programing. In order to ensure that the recording fits on the tape, this function may leave a slight nonrecorded portion at the end of the tape. There may be some noise and sound disturbance where the tape speed switches from SP to EP mode on the tape. This function is not available during ITR (Instant Timer Recording), and will not work properly on the following tapes: T(ST)-30, T(ST)-60, T(ST)-90, and T(ST)-120.
AUTO TIMER
ON OFF
When this function is set to ON: The timer recording standby mode is automatically engaged when the VCR is turned off. It is temporarily canceled when the VCR is turned on. You do not have to press TIMER to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode. When this function is set to OFF: You have to press TIMER to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode. When this function is set to ON, various VCR status information (on-screen display) appears on the screen.
SUPERIMPOSE
ON OFF
NOTES:
When you use this VCR as the playback VCR for editing a tape, be sure to set this function to OFF; otherwise, the VCR status information (on-screen display) will be recorded on the edited tape. If you select a channel on which no signal is received, the channel number is displayed regardless of this function setting.
GRAY BACK
ON OFF
When this function is set to ON, the VCR changes the screen into the gray back screen automatically after/while the input signals do not come into. 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 OFF, an i.LINK device cannot be recognized. As a result, it is not possible to record a program using the digital tuners* timer function. In addition the device does not pass along data if it is in a branched connection.
* A digital tuner will be released in the future.
POWER SAVE MODE

ON OFF
FRONT DISPLAY
TAPE RUN A. LEVEL OFF
You can swich the guide track indicator on the front display panel as follows ( pg. 78): TAPE RUN: displays the remaining time (inside) and the tape position (outside). A. LEVEL: displays the audio level (inside for right sound/outside for left sound). OFF: turns display off.
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S-VHS MODE
ON OFF
You can determine which recording mode either S-VHS mode or VHS mode is used for recording on D-VHS and S-VHS tapes. When this function is set to ON, you can record on D-VHS and S-VHS tapes with S-VHS picture quality. When this function is set to OFF, you can record on D-VHS and S-VHS tapes with VHS picture quality.
NOTES:
To record in S-VHS/VHS mode on D-VHS tape, press D-VHS to turn off the D-VHS indicator. S-VHS mode allows you to make high quality video recordings with horizontal resolution of 400 lines, comparing with the 230 lines of resolution of conventional VHS recordings. To achieve the highest quality picture we recommend to record in S-VHS mode. (But remember that a conventional VHS VCR without SQPB cannot play back S-VHS tapes recorded in S-VHS mode.) S-VHS MODE setting does not affect recording on VHS tapes. Recording on VHS tapes is always performed in VHS mode except when using S-VHS ET mode ( pg. 29).
AV COMPU-LINK
ON OFF
The REMOTE PAUSE/AV COMPULINK terminal on the rear panel can be used as either the REMOTE PAUSE terminal or the AV COMPULINK terminal. When this function is set to ON, you can use this terminal as the AV COMPULINK terminal. By connecting other JVCs AV COMPULINK components (see the diagram below), including amplifiers (or receivers) and televisions, one touch control of the audio and video components linked via their AV COMPULINK connectors becomes possible.
For example: simply load a cassette in the VCR and press PLAY ( 3 ) so that the AV COMPULINK components automatically turn on, the TVs AV mode is selected and the VCR starts playback. (You do not have to press PLAY ( 3 ) if the cassettes record safety tab is removed.)
When this function is set to OFF, you can use this terminal as the REMOTE PAUSE terminal. ( pg. 62)
NOTE:
Connection varies depending on the type of JVC TV you have. Refer to the TVs instruction manual when making this connection.
AV COMPU LINK Television

Y PB/CB
This VCR
CABLE BOX
PR/CR
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
IN(L-1)
IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

OUT
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
OUT
IN
To AV COMPU LINK II (VCR ONLY)
To AUDIO IN
To AUDIO OUT
To S VIDEO OUT To REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPULINK
To S-VIDEO IN Audio cable (supplied) S-video cable (supplied) Mini-plug cable (not supplied)
PRE-RECORDED CC
OFF CC1 CC2 CC3 CC4
Closed captions subtitles are usually found on caption channel CC1. The other channels are available for future use. Select the appropriate mode when you play back the pre-recorded tape.
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i.LINK Set Up
i.LINK set up for connected device

When you connect i.LINK compatible devices to this VCR, an i.LINK device number is asigned to each device in the order of connection. If you want to change the number, follow the procedure below.
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 Access Main Menu screen 2 Access i.LINK Set Up screen

Press MENU.
1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to i.LINK SET UP, then press OK.
3 Confirm LINC setting

Check that LINC is set to AUTO. If not, press @ # to set to AUTO.
i.LINK SET UP 3 LINC RESET NUMBER AUTO
PRESS (5), THEN (2 3) PRESS (MENU) TO END
24 1
3 24
4 Reset Number
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to RESET NUMBER, then press OK.
i.LINK SET UP LINC 3 RESET NUMBER AUTO
5 Set Number again
Connect the external devices one by one. Make sure to connect the VCR's AC power plug to the AC outlet and turn on the external device before connection. Each device will be numbered in the order of connection.
NOTE:
If you do not want to set i.LINK device number, set LINC to OFF in step 3.
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What is i.LINK?
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.
i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.
i.LINK Connection Examples

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.LINK devices, make sure that the devices are connected in such a way that digital signals do not return (loop back) to the device that output them. Looped connection is not permitted.
Good connection examples (A to D: i.LINK-compatible devices) The connections below do not form a loop.
A B
This VCR uses a four-pin i.LINK connector to input and output MPEG2 video signals, audio signals, and control signals. The i.LINK connector is also used as an input for DV compressed signals from the DV output of a digital video camera.
i.LINK Connection
i.LINK-compatible devices can be connected in daisy chain fashion using i.LINK cables.
i.LINK cable
A B C
A to D: i.LINK-compatible devices
Any two devices in the daisy chain can exchange data bi-directionally, even if there are other devices connected between them. i.LINK also supports a repeater function that passes input MPEG2 and DV signals through to the next device in the chain.
Bad connection examples (A to D: i.LINK-compatible devices) The connections below form a loop.
A B
i.LINK Branched Connection

If you are connecting a device that is equipped with three or more i.LINK connectors, you can also branch the i.LINK connection.
i.LINK cable
C: Device with three i.LINK connectors
A to F: i.LINK-compatible devices B, C: Devices with three or more i.LINK connectors
NOTE:
You can connect as many as 63 devices (including this VCR) through an i.LINK connection. If you use a branched i.LINK connection, however, the maximum path length on a branch is 17 devices. In the case of a personal computer and some other devices, data is not passed along by those devices if the device power is off. Furthermore, data is not passed along by this VCR when FRONT DISPLAY is set to OFF on this VCR ( pg. 56). For details, refer to the instruction manual for the connected device. The maximum data transfer speed supported by the i.LINK connector on this VCR is 200Mbps (approximately 200 megabits per second). The maximum data transfer speed that is actually attained may be slower depending on how this VCR is used or if a device with a slower transfer speed is connected to this VCR.
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Satellite Auto Recording

This function allows you to automatically record a satellite program which is timer-programed on your DBS receiver. Preparation: Connect a DBS receiver to the AUDIO/ VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN (L-1) connectors* on the rear; otherwise, you cannot use this function. You can also connect the cable box if it has a timer.
* To use these connectors, you have to select which one to use ( pg. 55).
1 Set timer program on DBS receiver 2 Load a cassette 3 Set tape speed
Make sure the record safety tab is intact.
For timer programing method, refer to the manual supplied with the DBS receiver.
Press HS/STD/LS3/SP/EP ( recording speed.
) to set the
4 Engage Satellite Auto Recording standby mode

Press and hold REC LINK for more than 2 seconds. The VCR turns off automatically and the L-1 appears on the front display panel (Satellite Auto Recording standby mode). When signals come into the VCR from the DBS receiver, the VCR starts recording (L-1 blinks and the record ( ) indicator lights), and stops recording and goes off when signals stop coming in. Each time you press the button, Satellite Auto Recording standby mode turns on and off. When it is off, L-1 disappears. IMPORTANT: Be sure not to turn on the DBS receiver before the program starts broadcasting; otherwise, the VCR will start recording when the DBS receiver is turned on.
NOTES:
While the Satellite Auto Recording standby mode or after Satellite Auto Recording is finished, the VCR will not enter the timer recording standby mode even though AUTO TIMER is set to ON. ( pg. 56) If you turn off this VCR while Satellite Auto Recording is in progress, recording stops. Video Calibration ( pg. 53) does not work while Satellite Auto Recording is in progress. Auto Clock ( pg. 11) does not work while in the Satellite Auto Recording standby mode. 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 when Satellite Auto Recording method is used. If you engage the Satellite Auto Recording standby mode while the DBS receiver is turned on, the VCR will not start Satellite Auto Recording, and Err L-1 appears on the front display panel. When you turn off the DBS receiver, L-1 appears instead of Err L-1 and the VCR enters the Satellite Auto Recording standby mode. If you have connected another component other than a DBS receiver (or cable box) to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN (L-1) connectors, be sure not to engage the Satellite Auto Recording standby mode; otherwise, the VCR will start recording when the connected component is turned on. Satellite Auto Recording and timer-recording cannot be performed at the same time. If the L-1 blinks quickly on the front display panel in the Satellite Auto Recording standby mode (even though your DBS receiver is turned off), Satellite Auto Recording will not work properly. If this is the case, perform Express Timer Programing ( pg. 38) to timer-record a satellite program. (Some DBS receivers output signals even if the power is off. Satellite Auto Recording is not possible with those DBS receivers.)
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JLIP ID Number Setting

VCR TV CABLE/DBS
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. When connecting this VCR to another device using the JLIP terminals, each device must have a different JLIP ID number. The JLIP ID number of this VCR is preset to 1 when shipped from the factory. You can change this number to any other number between 1 to 99. To change the JLIP ID number of this VCR, follow the procedure below.
1 4 7
2 5 8 0
3 6 9
1 Access Main Menu screen 2 Access Initial Set Up screen

Press MENU. Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to JLIP ID SET UP, then press OK.
Press % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to INITIAL SET UP, then press OK.
3 Select JLIP ID Set Up screen

23 15 24
INITIAL SET UP
CLOCK SET UP 3 JLIP ID SET UP
4 Set JLIP ID Number
Press the Number keys to enter the desired ID number, then press OK.
JLIP ID SET UP 1
PRESS NUMBER KEY (O-9) OR (2 3), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

Press MENU.
NOTE:
For further details on the JLIP system or devices, consult your nearest JVC dealer. U.S. customers can contact JVC directly toll free at 1-800-2525722.
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EDITING
Edit From Camcorder

A This VCR (for recording)
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 4 7
2 5 8 0
3 6 9
To AUDIO Input Audio cable (supplied)
To rear panel REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPULINK connector
3 3 8
9 46 47
To S-VIDEO Input S-video cable (supplied)
Mini-plug cable (not supplied) (JVC camcorder only)
46
To Audio output
To EDIT
NOTES:
To S-video output Camcorder (for playback)
It is impossible to dub from the VCR to a camcorder equipped with the DV connector because the DV signal is not output from the DV IN connector on this VCR. You cannot select HS mode for recording speed on this VCR when connecting to the camcorder equipped with the DV connector. 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" ( pg.58).
B
Y PB/CB
This VCR (for recording)

CABLE BOX
PR/CR
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
IN(L-1)
IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

OUT
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
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. S-VHS to VHS editing (VIDEO-VIDEO connection): Since the original source is recorded in S-VHS mode, the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing. S-VHS to S-VHS editing (S-VIDEO connection): Original picture quality of S-VHS made can be duplicated with minimal picture degradation. This is the best editing method you can use on S-VHS VCRs. DV to D-VHS editing (DV connection): If your camcorder has a DV connector, D-VHS recording (HS/STD/LS3 mode) is possible with this VCR. However, this VCR can be used only as a recording VCR.
OUT
IN
To DV IN connector
DV camcorder (for playback)
DV cable (not supplied) To DV output
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You can use a camcorder as the playback VCR and your VCR as the recording VCR.
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5 Set PICTURE CONTROL to EDIT (for S-VHS/VHS connection)

Access the VIDEO FUNCTION screen ( pg. 52). If your camcorder is a JVC Master Edit Controlequipped type go to step 6. If your camcorder is NOT a JVC Master Edit Control-equipped type go to step 7.
1 Make connections S-VHS/VHS connection
A Connect an audio cable between the camcorders audio output connectors and your VCRs audio input connectors. When the JVC camcorder is equipped with the Master Edit Control, you can control the VCR from the camcorder. Connect the mini-plug cable (not supplied with this VCR) as illustrated on page 62. When using a camcorder with a monaural output, connect the audio output connector on the camcorder to the left audio input connector on this VCR.
6 Set AV COMPU-LINK to OFF

Access the ADDITIONAL screen (
pg. 52).
NOTE:
If the camcorder does not have S-video output connector, use a video cable.
The REMOTE PAUSE/AV COMPULINK connector works as the Remote Pause connector when AV COMPU-LINK is set to OFF.
B DV connection Connect a DV cable between the camcorders DV connector and your VCRs DV IN connector.
7 Return to normal screen 8 Start playback

Press MENU.
Press PLAY ( 3 ) on the camcorder.
2 Load a cassette
NOTE:
If the camcorder is equipped with a superimpose/OSD disable feature then set it to OFF before starting playback.
Insert the cassette to be recorded on into this VCR (for recording).
3 Select input mode on this VCR
L-1 or L-2 when connecting the camcorder to the audio/video input connectors on the rear panel. F-1 when connecting the camcorder to the audio/video input connectors on the front panel. l-1 etc. when connecting the camcorder to DV IN connector. Press the Number key 0 (AUX) or CH +/.
9 Start recording
On the front panel: Press REC ( ). On the Remote: Press REC ( ) and PLAY ( 3 ) at the same time. If you are using a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder, recording starts automatically on this VCR. (Refer to camcorders instruction manual.)
4 Select video input terminal
Access the IN/OUT FUNCTION screen ( pg. 52). When using S VIDEO terminal, set FRONT AUX F-1 (or REAR AUX L-1 (or L-2) if you use the connectors on the rear) to S-VIDEO. When using VIDEO terminal, set FRONT AUX F-1 (or REAR AUX L-1 (or L-2) if you use the connectors on the rear) to VIDEO.
NOTES:
Be sure to select AUTO for PICTURE CONTROL (or NORM when V, CALIBRATION is set to OFF) after you finish dubbing the tapes ( pg. 53). When you are editing through the DV IN connector, the VCR will stop if the player begins playing a blank portion of tape or the signal is interrupted.
Do not connect this VCR to the PC with the i.LINK cable. The operation is not guaranteed.
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EDITING (cont.)
Edit To Or From Another VCR/Other Devices

You can use your VCR as the playback or recording VCR. Refer also to the other VCRs instruction manual for connection and its operations.
1 Make connections S-VHS/VHS connection
A Connect an audio cable between the playback VCRs audio output connectors and the recording VCRs audio input connectors. When using this VCR as the recording VCR, connect this VCRs audio input connectors to the audio output connectors on the other VCR. If the playback VCR is monaural, connect the audio output connector on the playback VCR to the left audio input connector on this VCR.
NOTE:
If another VCR does not have S-video input/output connectors, use a video cable.
This VCR supports the copy protection technologies of DTLA (Digital Transmission Licensing Administrator). These technologies are admitted by DTLA (Digital Transmission Licensing Administrator). It is impossible to dub copy-limited signals between the devices which supports copy protection technologies of DTLA . It is impossible to dub to other tapes the program which only one recording is permitted. When connecting to other devices, only the operation of the devices which supports DTLA is guaranteed. The operation of non-DTLA-supported devices is not guaranteed.
B i.LINK connection Connect an i.LINK cable between the playback VCRs i.LINK input/output connector and the recording VCRs i.LINK input/output connector.
NOTES:
When dubbing a D-VHS tape to a D-VHS tape, it is recommended to set the recording VCR to the same recording speed as the souce tape on the playback VCR. 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. It is caused by the differnce of the data processing method. Connection with certain product(s) may not be supported. ( "ATTENTION" on the back cover.)
Connection
Ex. When using this VCR as the playback VCR A This VCR (for playback) B This VCR
CABLE BOX
Y PB/CB
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
Y PB/CB
CABLE BOX
PR/CR
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
PR/CR
IN(L-1)
IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

IN(L-1)
IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

OUT
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
OUT
IN
OUT
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
OUT
IN
To i.LINK IN/ OUT connector To AUDIO OUT Audio cable (supplied) To Audio Input To S VIDEO OUT i.LINK cable (not supplied) S-video cable (supplied) To S-video Input To i.LINK IN/ OUT connector
Another VCR (for recording)
Another VCR
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2 Load cassettes
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
Insert the playback cassette into the playback VCR and the cassette to be recorded on into the recording VCR.
3 Select input mode on recording VCR

1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
Select the correct external input on the other VCR. On this VCR (when using this VCR as the recording VCR); L-1 or L-2 when connecting the other VCR to the audio/video input connectors or the rear panel. F-1 when connecting the other VCR to the audio/video input connectors on the front panel. I-1 etc. when connecting the other VCR to i.LINK IN/OUT connector. Press the Number key 0 (AUX) or CH +/.
3 3
NOTES:
When using this VCR as the recording VCR, set the video input terminal setting correctly ( pg. 63). When using this VCR as the playback VCR for editing, set DIGITAL R3 to OFF ( pg. 53).
4 Select edit mode 5 Start playback

NOTE:
Set the edit mode to ON for the VCRs if such a mode is equipped. On this VCR, set PICTURE CONTROL to EDIT ( pg. 53).
Press PLAY ( 3 ) on the playback VCR.
If the playback VCR is equipped with a superimpose/ OSD disable feature then set it to OFF before starting playback ( pg. 56).
6 Start recording
NOTES:
Press REC ( ) on the recording VCR.
Be sure to select AUTO for PICTURE CONTROL (or NORM when V, CALIBRATION is set to OFF) after you finish dubbing the tapes ( pg. 53). When dubbing using the i.LINK connector, set the recording speed on the recording VCR to the same speed as the source tape on the playback VCR.
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MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL

This Remote can control some functions of remote controllable TVs listed below. Without setting, you can control a JVC TV.
TV Brand Setting
2
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 Turn on the TV
3 1 3
POWER ENTER
Turn on the TV using the Power button on the TV or its Remote.
2 Set remote operation mode 3 Set TV brand code
Set the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to TV.
1 4
2 5 8 0
3 6 9
3 2
Number
TV/VCR
Follow the example shown below. 1 Press and hold POWER. 2 Press the Number keys to enter your TVs brand code by referring to the table below. 3 Press STOP ( 7 ), and release POWER. Once you have set the Remote to operate the TV, you do not have to set it until you replace the batteries from the Remote. JVC and PANASONIC have two codes. If the TV does not function with one code, try entering the other.
3 3
TV VOL +/ TV CH +/
4 Operate TV
First set the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to TV, then press one of the following buttons: (TV POWER, TV/VCR, TV CH +/, Muting), TV VOL +/, and Number keys. For some brands, you must press ENTER after having pressed the Number keys to enter a channel number. To operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV/CABLE/ DBS selector back to VCR.
NOTES:
Depending on the type of TV, some or all functions cannot be operated using this Remote. Its not possible to operate a TV not equipped with a remote sensor.
TV BRAND NAME JVC HITACHI MAGNAVOX MITSUBISHI PANASONIC RCA SHARP SONY SAMSUNG SANYO SEARS TOSHIBA ZENITH
BRAND CODE 01, 03 10 02 03 04, 11 05 06 07 12 13 13 08 09
(Ex.) To set Remote to RCA 05:

POWER
AUX
JKL
STOP
Hold down
Press in succession
Release
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Cable Box Brand Setting

2
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
This Remote can control some functions of the cable boxes listed below. Some cable box brands have more than one code. If your cable box does not function with a specified code, try other codes.
1 Turn on the cable box
Turn on the cable box using the Power button on the cable box or its Remote.
3 1 3
POWER ENTER
1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
2 Set remote operation mode 3 Enter cable box brand code
Set the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to CABLE/ DBS.
3 2
Number
3 3
TV CH +/
Follow the example shown below. 1 Press and hold POWER. 2 Press the Number keys to enter your cable boxs brand code by referring to the table below. 3 Press STOP ( 7 ), and release POWER. Once you have set the Remote to operate the cable box, you do not have to set it until you replace the batteries from the Remote.
4 Operate cable box
First set the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to CABLE/DBS, then press one of the following buttons: POWER, TV CH +/, and Number keys. For some brands, you must press ENTER after having pressed the Number keys to enter a channel number. To change the cable boxs channels, press TV CH +/ or the Number keys. (The CH +/ button can be used to change the VCRs channels only.) To operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV/CABLE/ DBS selector back to VCR.
CABLE BOX BRAND NAME ARCHER CABLETENNA CABLEVIEW CITIZEN CURTIS DIAMOND EASTERN GC BRAND GEMINI GENERAL INSTRUMENTS HAMLIN JASCO JERROLD NOVAVISION OAK PANASONIC PULSER RCA REGAL REGENCY REMBRANDT SAMSUNG SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SIGMA SL MARX SPRUCER STARGATE TELEVIEW TOCOM UNIKA UNIVERSAL VIDEOWAY ZENITH
BRAND CODE 01, 05, 17 01, 17 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 02 01, 17 19 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 15 01, 04, 06, 11, 12, 15, 28 10, 18, 19, 23 15 01, 04, 06, 11, 12, 15, 28 02 07 13, 14 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 13, 14 10, 18, 19, 23 19 01, 16, 17 05, 16, 24 02 07 05, 16, 17, 24, 25 13, 14 05, 15, 16, 17, 21, 24, 25 05, 16, 24 01, 04, 16 01, 17 16, 17, 25 03, 09, 22 03, 09, 22
NOTES:
Depending on the type of cable box, some or all functions cannot be operated using this Remote. Its not possible to operate a cable box not equipped with a remote sensor. Its not possible to set the Remote for both your cable box and a DBS receiver at the same time. You can only set the Remote control to operate one of these units at a time.
(Ex.) To set the Remote to RCA 14:

POWER
.,?
DHI
STOP
Hold down
Press in succession
Release
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MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL (cont.)

This Remote can control some functions of the DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receivers listed below.
DBS Receiver Brand Setting

2
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
1 Turn on the DBS receiver
Turn on the DBS receiver using the Power button on the DBS receiver or its Remote.
2 Set remote operation mode

3 1 3
POWER ENTER
1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9
Set the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to CABLE/ DBS.
3 Enter DBS receiver brand code
3 2
Number
Follow the example shown below. 1 Press and hold POWER. 2 Press the Number keys to enter your DBS receivers brand code by referring to the table below. 3 Press STOP ( 7 ), and release POWER. Once you have set the Remote to operate the DBS receiver, you do not have to set it until you replace the batteries from the Remote.
4 Operate DBS receiver

3 3
TV CH +/
First set the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to CABLE/DBS, then press one of the following buttons: POWER, TV CH +/, and Number keys. For some brands, you must press ENTER after having pressed the Number keys to enter a channel number. To change the DBS receivers channels, press TV CH +/ or the Number keys. (The CH +/ button can be used to change the VCRs channels only.) To operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV/CABLE/ DBS selector back to VCR.
NOTES:
Depending on the type of DBS receiver, some or all functions cannot be operated using this Remote. Its not possible to operate a DBS receiver not equipped with a remote sensor. It's not possible to set the Remote for both your DBS receiver and a cable box at the same time. You can only set the Remote to operate one of these units at a time.
DBS BRAND NAME JVC (DISH Network) ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) PRIMESTAR SONY (DSS) RCA (DSS)
BRAND CODE 51 51 50 41 40
(Ex.) To set the Remote to JVC 51:

POWER
JKL
.,?
STOP
Hold
down
Press in succession
Release
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Changing Remote Control Code

2
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
This Remote is capable of transmitting two control codes; one set to respond to A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals. 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 modify your VCR and the Remote to respond to B code signals. When using two JVC VCRs, set two VCRs and their Remotes to different codes, so that you can operate these VCRs separately.
1 4 7
2 5 8 0
3 6 9
5 2 1, 3 2 2
1 Set remote operation mode 2 Set remote control code for Remote
1 Press and hold A/B. 2 Press the Number key 2. 3 Press STOP ( 7 ), and release A/B.
Set the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to VCR.
3 Turn off VCR 4 Check remote control code for VCR

Press POWER on the VCR.
Press PLAY (3) on the VCR for more than 5 seconds. The code currently set appears on the front display panel.
2 3
5 Turn on VCR
Press POWER on the Remote. The code transmitted from the Remote blinks for a few seconds on the front display panel. After the code disappears on the front display panel, make sure that the VCR is turned on by pressing POWER on the Remote. To set the Remote and the VCR back to A code control signals, repeat the same procedure as shown above except pressing the Number key 1 in step 2.
To control two VCRs with the same Remote

You can control two JVC VCRs by switching the remote control code for the Remote between A and B ( step 2), keeping two VCRs to different control codes. Press the Number key 1 for A code control signals and the Number key 2 for B code control signals. (To change only the remote control code for the Remote, DO NOT perform steps 3 to 5.) (Ex.) To set Remote to B code:
A/B ABC
NOTE:
When "POWER SAVE MODE" is set to "ON" , you can not change the remote control code. Before changing the code, set "POWER SAVE MODE" to "OFF" ( pg. 56).
STOP
Release
Hold down
Press in succession
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POWER
SYMPTOM
1. The power will not come on. 2. The clock works, but the VCRs power will not come on.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The AC power cord is disconnected. The VCR is in the timer recording standby mode with AUTO TIMER set to OFF ( pg. 56). The child lock function is activated.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Connect the AC power cord. Press TIMER to disengage. Press and hold POWER on the Remote for more than seven seconds to release the child lock function ( pg. 78). Replace the dead batteries with new ones.
3. The Remote will not function.
The batteries are discharged.
TAPE TRANSPORT
SYMPTOM
1. The cassette gets stuck partway during loading, and is ejected.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The cassette was inserted incorrectly.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Make sure the cassettes window is 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
1. The tape is running but the picture will not appear. 2. Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi sound track. 3. The playback picture is blurred or interrupted, even though TV broadcasts are clear. 4. The Hi-Fi sound cannot be heard.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The TV receiver is set to the wrong mode. Automatic tracking is engaged. The video heads may be dirty.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Select the AV mode on the TV. Disengage auto tracking and adjust the tracking manually ( pg. 23). The heads must be cleaned. Consult your JVC dealer. Set Audio Monitor to HI-FI ( pg. 23).
Audio Monitor setting is incorrect.
RECORDING
SYMPTOM
1. Recording will not start.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
There is no cassette loaded. The loaded cassette has had its record safety tab removed.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Insert a cassette. Remove the cassette and cover the hole with adhesive tape, or load a cassette on which the record safety tab is intact. Select the appropriate channel on the VCR. Connect the components correctly ( pg. 62, 64) or check REAR AUX L-1 (or L-2) and FRONT AUX F-1 setting ( pg. 55). Make sure the power to all units is on. Select the appropriate input mode on the recording VCR.
2. TV broadcasts will not be recorded properly. 3. Tape-to-tape editing will not work.
The VCR has been set to L-1, L-2, F-1 or I-1 etc. input mode by mistake. The components have been incorrectly connected, or correct video connector (S VIDEO, VIDEO or DV) is not selected. The power to one or more of the units has not been turned on. The recording VCRs input mode has been set incorrectly.
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TIMER RECORDING
SYMPTOM
1. Timer recording will not work.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
The clock and/or the timer have been set incorrectly. The timer is not engaged. The VCR has not been set up properly.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
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 ( pg. 36). Timer programing cannot 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 programed data and set again if necessary, then press TIMER again. The program may not have been recorded in its entirety. Next time be sure you have enough time on the tape to record the entire broadcast. Connect the Controller correctly ( pg. 15). After confirming your cable boxs output channel number, re-access the Cable Box Set screen and select the correct number ( pg. 16). Make sure the power is on before timer recording starts. Connect the Controller correctly ( pg. 18). After confirming your DBS receivers output channel number, re-access the DBS Receiver Set screen and select the correct number ( pg. 19). Set the correct DBS receiver brand code ( pg. 20). Make sure the power is on before timer recording starts. Set CABLE BOX SET UP to OFF ( pg. 16) or DBS RECEIVER SET UP is set to OFF ( pg. 19).
2. Timer programing will not work.
Timer recording is in progress.
3. and ] on the front display panel will not stop blinking. 4. The cassette stops automatically, and and ] on the front display panel will not stop blinking. 5. blinks for 10 seconds and the timer mode is disengaged.
The timer is engaged but there is no cassette loaded. The loaded cassette has had its record safety tab removed.
TIMER has been pressed when there are no programs in memory, or the timer recording program has not been set correctly. The tape reaches its end during timer recording.
6. The cassette automatically stops, the power shuts off and and ] will not stop blinking. 7. Cable channels are not automatically switched during timer recording.
The Controller is not properly connected to the VCR. The output channel selected in the Cable Box Set screen is incorrect. The cable box is turned off.
8. Satellite channels are not automatically switched during timer recording.
The Controller is not properly connected to the VCR. The output channel selected in the DBS Receiver Set screen is incorrect. The VCR is not set correctly to control the DBS receiver. The DBS receiver is turned off.
9. Timer recording begins as scheduled, but the channel is always incorrect.
Even though you do not use an external cable box or DBS receiver, CABLE BOX SET UP is set to ON or DBS RECEIVER SET UP is set to ON. The receivable stations in the new area are received on different channels than those in the previous area. All 8 programs of the VCRs timer memory are used.
10.You moved, and now VCR Plus+ system does not work properly.
Re-perform the Changing VCR Plus+ Setting procedure ( pg. 36).
11. PROGRAM FULL is displayed on the screen.
Wait until a space in memory clears, or cancel unnecessary program information ( pg. 40).
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VIDEO NAVIGATION
SYMPTOM
1. Tape infomation screen does not appear for the currently inserted tape. 2. The VCR cannot search for the correct program.
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The current tape inserted has not been recorded on this VCR. Two (or more) tape numbers are recorded on one tape.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Tape information cannot be shown if it has not been recorded on this VCR. Video Navigation cannot work correctly on a tape if it has more than one tape number. If this happens, fastforward the tape up to its end, eject it, and try it again. Check the remaining memory pg. 51). If it is full, delete ( unnecessary Video Navigation information. ( pg. 50, 51).
3. MEMORY FULL appears on the screen when you try to start recording.
The VCRs memory for Video Navigation is fully recorded.
OTHER PROBLEMS
SYMPTOM
1. When scanning channels, some of them are skipped over. 2. The channel cannot be changed.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Those channels have been preset to be skipped. Recording is in progress.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
If you need the skipped channels, restore them ( pg. 14). Press PAUSE ( 8 ) to pause the recording, change channels, then press PLAY ( 3 ) to resume recording. Reset the correct brand codes ( pg. 66, 67 or 68). Select a different host channel during Semiauto Clock Set ( pg. 11), or perform Manual Clock Set ( pg. 12).
3. The Remote will not operate your TV or cable box or DBS receiver. 4. Even though Auto or Semiauto Clock Set has been performed, the clock is incorrect.
The brand codes are set incorrectly. The clock setting data received from the host channel is incorrect.
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 conditionsjust 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 condensation may occur, keep the VCR turned on for a few hours to evaporate the moisture 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 interrupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur.
ATTENTION
This VCR contains microcomputers. External electronic noise or interference can cause microcomputer to malfunction. If the VCR does not operate correctly switch its power off and unplug the AC 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, you can operate the VCR as usual.
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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 102 MESSAGE REC PROHIBITED DESCRIPTION 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. An attempt was made to dub a D-VHS recording of a digitally copy protected program. While dubbing a D-VHS recording, digitally copy protected information was input to this VCR. This VCR supports copy protection technologies such as DTLA, and cannot record programs that employ digital copy protection. A signal that is not compatible with this VCR was input. Switch to the analog input for recording. (It may be possible to play back the material if using a digital tuner*, etc.) An attempt was made to make an S-VHS/VHS recording of a signal from an i.LINK device other than a digital tuner*. The i.LINK connector on this VCR is intended only for D-VHS recording. This VCR does not convert a digital signal into an analog signal for recording. Switch to the analog input for recording. An attempt was made to make an S-VHS/VHS recording using the timer function with i.LINK selected on the digital tuner* side. The i.LINK connector on this VCR is intended only for D-VHS recording. This VCR does not convert a digital signal into an analog signal for recording. Also, it is not possible to make a D-VHS recording on VHS tape. Switch to the analog input for recording. An attempt was made to play back a signal that is not supported by this VCR. To play back the signal, use the digital tuner*, etc., that was used to record the signal. Normal playback is being prevented by mosaic noise, etc. Wait while the VCR calibrates itself so that it can output a normal image. When playing back a program that was copy protected in 1080i, 720p, or 480p mode, the VCR down-converts to 480i mode for output. An attempt was made to play back a tape containing a copy protected program. Even if you record a copy protected program, this VCR cannot play it back. An attempt was made to play back a tape containing an invalid D-VHS recording. A signal format that is not supported by this VCR was input. Use a digital tuner*, etc. 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 digital tuners and digital video cameras, connected to the i.LINK connector on this VCR. Turn off any devices that are not in use. When playing back a program that was copy protected in 1080i, 720p, or 480p mode, the VCR down-converts to 480i mode for output.
103
REC PROHIBITED
104
CAN NOT DECODE VIDEO OR AUDIO USE SET TOP BOX OR HDTV TUNER INPUT BY S-VHS/VHS CHOOSE ANALOG INPUT
105
107
CAN NOT REC DIGITAL INPUT BY S-VHS/VHS USE ANALOG TIMER PROGRAMING
200
CAN NOT DECODE VIDEO OR AUDIO USE SET TOP BOX OR HDTV TUNER
201
WAIT A MINUTE CALIBRATING. . . COPY RESTRICTED PROG OUTPUT 480I VIDEO COPY RESTRICTED PROG CAN NOT PLAY BACK
202 203
205 300 301
CAN NOT PLAY BACK THIS TAPE CAN NOT DECODE VIDEO OR AUDIO USE SET TOP BOX OR HDTV TUNER TOO MANY i.LINK INSTRUMENTS READ INST.BOOK
302
COPY RESTRICTED PROG OUTPUT 480I VIDEO
* A digital tuner will be released in the future.
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Questions and answers
PLAYBACK 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. During picture search, still picture playback and frame-by-frame playback, the picture is intermittent. Whats the cause? A. Picture loss occurs when these types of playback are attempted with a tape recorded in LP mode. Pressing PLAY ( 3 ) to return to normal playback will restore the picture. ............................................ Q. When returning from variable-speed picture search to normal playback, the picture is disturbed. Should I be concerned about this? A. No, it is normal. ............................................ Q. When playing back programs that have been timerrecorded consecutively (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 where the first program ends and the second program begins. Is this a malfunction? A. No. This is normal. ............................................ Q. Other than preventing further recording, what effect does removing the safety tab have? A. It disables marking of index codes and tape numbers for Video Navigation. ............................................ Q. Sometimes, during index search, the VCR cannot find the program I want to see. Why not? A. There may be index codes too close together. ............................................ Q. During playback, on-screen display sometimes jitters. Why does this happen? A. If the condition of the tape being played back is not good, jittering of the video (including on-screen display) may occur. RECORDING
TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
Q. 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? A. This is normal. It reduces distortion at the pause and resume points. ............................................ Q. Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the recording pause mode? A. No. The VCR automatically stops after 5 minutes to protect the heads. When paused during Instant Timer Recording (ITR), the VCR shuts off automatically after 5 minutes. ............................................ Q. What happens if the tape reaches its end during recording? A. The VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning. TIMER RECORDING Q. REC and remain lit on the front display panel. Is there a problem? A. No. This is a normal condition for a timer recording in progress. ............................................ Q. Can I program the timer while Im watching a tape or a TV broadcast? A. Yes, but while you are setting the timer you will not see the tapes or broadcast programs picture as it is replaced by the on-screen menu. (The sound from the tape or broadcast program will be heard during the timer setting.)
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List of terms
This guide serves as a quick way to locate frequently used terms and on-screen display names.
A
Accidental erasure prevention 30 Audio Monitor 23 Auto Daylight Saving Time 11 AUTO SP EP TIMER 56 AUTO TIMER 56 Automatic tracking 23 AV COMPU-LINK 57
F
FRONT AUX F-1 55 FRONT DISPLAY 56 Front display panel 78
S
Satellite Auto Recording 60 Skip Search 25 Special effect playback Frame-by-Frame Playback 32 High-Speed Picture Search 31 Picture Search 31 Slow Motion Playback 33 Still Picture Playback 32 Variable-Speed Picture Search 31 Specifications 81 SUPERIMPOSE 56 Super VHS ET 31 S-VHS MODE 57
G
GRAY BACK 56 Guide channel 36
C
Cable box setting Brand 16 Installing Controller 15 Output channel 16 Channel No. indication 28 Child Lock 78 Clock setting 10 Manual setting 12 Preparations 10 Semiauto setting 11 Clock time 22, 28 Connection 7 Connection to TV 7 S-VIDEO connection 8 Component Video Connection 8 Contents 6 Counter reset 22, 28
H
Host channel 9
I
Index Search 24 Instant Review 25 Instant Timer Recording (ITR) 28 i.LINK Setting 58
T
Tape position indicator 22 Tape remaining time 22, 28 Tape speed 26, 27 Time counter 22, 28 Time zone selection 11 Timer recording Canceling 40 Changing 40 Checking 40 Express 38 Guide channel setting 36 Overlap 41 VCR Plus+ 34 Tracking 23 Troubleshooting 70 Tuner setting Adding channels 14 Auto Channel Set 13 Manual Channel Set 14 Skipping channels 14 TV OUTPUT 1 55 TV OUTPUT 2 55
J
JLIP ID Number Setting 61
M
Manual tracking 23 Multi-Brand Remote Controlling two JVC VCRs 69 Setting Cable Box brand 67 Setting DBS receiver brand 68 Setting TV brand 66
D
DBS receiver setting Brand 19 Installing Controller 18 Output channel 19 Digital 3-DNR 25 DIGITAL R3 53 DV AUDIO REC 54
N
Next Function Memory 24
O
On-screen display 29, 79 OPTICAL OUT 54
P
PBS channel 9 PICTURE CONTROL 53 Playback 21 Plug & Play 9 POWER SAVE MODE 56 PRE-RECORDED CC 57
E
Editing From camcorder 62 From another VCR/ other devices 64 Remote Pause function 57 To another VCR/ other devices 64 Express timer programing 38
V
VCR Plus+ Setting 36 VCR Plus+ Timer programing 34 V, CALIBRATION 53 Video Navigation 42 Checking memory 51 Editing titles 47 Finding tapes 44 Playback 42 VIDEO STABILIZER 53 2ND AUDIO REC 54
R
REAR AUX L-1 55 REAR AUX L-2 55 Recording 26 D-VHS Recording 26 S-VHS/VHS Recording 27 Recording Resume Function 30 Repeat playback 23
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Front panel
12 3 4 5 6 789 0 !
INDEX (cont.)
TIMER POWER
REC LINC
STOP/EJECT
PLAY
DIGITAL 3-D NR i.LINK IN/OUT S-VIDEO

DV IN
HS/STD/LS3 SP/EP D-VHS
REC
PAUSE
VIDEO (MONO) L AUDIO R
3DNR
S-VHS ET CH REW FF
S200
S-ET
MENU IN F-1
IN I -
$%
& *(
1 POWER button : pg. 21, 27 2 Remote sensor 3 TIMER button : pg. 35, 39, 40 4 REC LINK button : pg. 60 5 DIGITAL 3-DNR button and lamp : pg. 25 6 Cassette loading slot 7 HS/STD/LS3/SP/EP button : pg. 27 8 RECORD ( ) button : pg. 26, 27 9 PAUSE ( 8 ) button : pg. 27, 32 0 STOP/EJECT ( 7/0 ) button : pg. 21, 27 ! PLAY ( 3 ) button : pg. 21, 23 @ i.LINK IN/OUT (DV IN) Connector (i.Link*) : pg. 62, 64
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.
# S-VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO input connectors (F-1) : pg. 62 $ S-VHS ET button and lamp : pg. 29 % CH + and buttons : pg. 23, 26, 27 ^ Front display panel : pg. 78 & D-VHS button : pg. 26 * REW ( 1 ) button : pg. 21, 31 ( FF ( ) button : pg. 21, 31
TIMER POWER
REC LINK
PULL-OPEN
To access covered connectors, pull and open the connector cover.
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Rear panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CABLE BOX
Y PB/CB
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
PR/CR
IN(L-1)
IN
R AUDIO L
VIDEO

REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPULINK
OUT
S VIDEO
IN(L-2)
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
OUT
IN
! @
1 AC power cord : 2 Cooling fan
pg. 7
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.
3 Component video output connectors : pg. 8 4 S VIDEO/AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors (L-1): pg. 64 5 JLIP terminal : pg. 61 6 CABLE BOX Controller connector : pg. 15, 18 7 ANTENNA IN terminal : pg. 7 8 i.LINK IN/OUT, DV IN Connector (i.Link*) : pg. 62, 64
* i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry specification and extensions thereof. The logo is used for products compliant with the i.Link standard.
9 S VIDEO/AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors : pg. 8, 64 0 S VIDEO/AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors (L-2): pg. 64 ! REMOTE PAUSE/AV COMPULINK terminal REMOTE PAUSE terminal : pg. 62 AV COMPULINK terminal : pg. 57 @ TV OUT terminal : pg. 7 # DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL terminal : pg. 54
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Front display panel
1
0dB
INDEX (cont.)
7
S-VHS ET
NORM -15 +8
9 0
!
8 Guide Track Indicators Remaining time (inside)/Tape position (out side) Indicators Audio level indicators (inside for right sound/ outside for left sound)
(You can select which of indicators above to display by setting FRONT DISPLAY ( pg. 56).)
1 Recording speed indicator : pg. 26 Timer programming indicator (Pro appears when PROG. or PROG. CHECK button is pressed. Err appears when the guide channel error occurs.) : pg. 40 2 Audio Monitor Indicators : pg. 23 3 Symbolic Mode Indicators : pg. 23
PLAY: FF/REW VARIABLE SHUTTLE SEARCH: STILL: SLOW: RECORD: RECORD PAUSE:
4 Timer mode indicator : pg. 35, 39 5 D-VHS indicator : pg. 26 6 Program Timer indicator : pg. 40 7 S-VHS ET indicator : pg. 29
9 Cassette mark 0 Tape remaining time indicator : pg. 22, 28 ! Channel and auxiliary input (L-1, L-2, F-1 and I-1 etc.) Counter reading : pg. 22, 28 (If the counter exceeds 20 hours ("20:00:00"), the display does not show the "2" of " 20:00:00". In this case, confirm the counter on the TV screen.) Clock time : pg. 22, 28 Child lock indicator : See below
Child Lock
You can disable the VCR operations. You can only use the Remote for this operation. While the VCR is turned on, press and hold POWER on the Remote for more than 10 seconds. The VCR turns off, and the child lock indicator (CL) appears on the front display panel. To release the child lock, press and hold POWER on the Remote until the VCR turns on. During timer recording, pressing TIMER also releases the child lock.
NOTES:
When the child lock function is in use, keep the Remote out of the childrens reach. Timer recording programs will be performed even if the child lock function is activated.
Child lock indicator The child lock function is now activated and you cannot turn on the VCR by pressing POWER on the front panel.
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On-screen display
% 1 2 3 4 5 6
JVC HM-DH30000U
$ # @ ! 0 9
D-VHS I - 1 SAP STEREO REC PAUSE HI-FI
THU 12:00 AM STD SD 1: 23 : 45 B
INDEX-9 E
7
1 Brand name of the device connected to the i.LINK connector 2 Model name of the device connected to the i.LINK connector 3 Clock time 4 Tape speed indication 5 Time counter (When COUNT appears) : pg. 22, 28 Tape remaining time (When REMAIN appears) : pg. 22, 28 6 Tape position indicator : pg. 22 7 Image format (HD/SD)
8
8 Tape direction 9 Index no. indication : pg. 24 0 Cassette indication ! Audio monitor indications : pg. 23 @ VCR operation mode indication # STEREO program and SAP (Second Audio Program) indications : pg. 30 $ ID number of the device connected to the i.LINK connector : pg. 58 (i.LINK device number is assigned in the order of connection) % Type of device connected to the i.LINK connector
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Remote
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) q w e r t y u i o p Q W E R T Y U
INDEX (cont.)
1 VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector : pg. 66 69 2 TV/VCR button : pg. 66 3 A/B button : pg. 69 4 Number keys : pg. 26, 34 Character input buttons : pg. 48 5 DBS button : pg. 39 6 CANCEL button : pg. 34, 40 C. (Counter) RESET button : pg. 22, 28 7 STOP +/ button : pg. 35, 38 8 START +/ button : pg. 38 9 PROG. (Program) button : pg. 34, 38 0 HS/STD/LS3/SP/EP ( ) button : pg. 26, 27 ! REW ( 1 ) button : pg. 21, 31 BACK button : pg. 52 @ REC ( ) button : pg. 26, 27 # STOP ( 7 ) button : pg. 21, 27 $ % buttons TV CH +/ buttons : pg. 66 68 % MENU button ^ OK Button & JOG dial: pg. 32 * A. (Audio) MONITOR button : pg. 23 (TV Muting) button : pg. 66 ( POWER button : pg. 21, 27 ) DISPLAY button : pg. 22, 28 q ENTER button : pg. 66 68 OSD button : pg. 29 w DAILY (M-F) button : pg. 35, 39 e WEEKLY button : pg. 35, 39 r AUX button : pg. 63, 65 t TIMER button : pg. 35, 39, 40 y DATE +/ button : pg. 38 u CH +/ button : pg. 26, 38 i SKIP SEARCH button : pg. 25 o PROG. CHECK button : pg. 40 p PLAY ( 3 ) button: pg. 21, 23 Q FF ( ) button: pg. 21, 31 W PAUSE ( 8 ) button: pg. 27, 32 pg. 24 E 4 (@ #) button : TV VOL +/ button : pg. 66 R REVIEW button : pg. 25 T NAVIGATION button : pg. 42 Y JOG/SHUTTLE button and lamp : pg. 32 U SHUTTLE Ring : pg. 31
VCR TV CABLE/DBS
A.MONITOR POWER
A/B
TV/VCR
DISPLAY
ENTER/OSD
.,?
ABC
DEF
4 GHI
DBS
PQRS
5 JKL
DAILY(M-F)
TUV
6 MNO
WEEKLY
WXYZ
8 0
C. RESET CANCEL
AUX TIMER
START
STOP
DATE
CH
EXPRESS PROGRAMMING
PROG.
HS/STD/LS3 SP/EP
PROG. CHECK
SKIP SEARCH
BACK REW
PLAY
FF
<
REC
STOP
TV CH +
>
PAUS E
TV VOL
TV VOL +
M EN
OK
TV CH ON NA V I G A T I
JOG/ SHUTTLE
How to use the Remote

Before use, insert two AA size batteries into the Remote with the polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery compartment or on the lid. The Remote can operate most of your VCRs functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets, cable boxes and DBS receivers. Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target component. The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 8 m.
NOTE:
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.
Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also be used to operate your TV after setting the VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS selector to TV. ( pg. 66).
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL Power requirement Power consumption Power on Power off Temperature Operating Storage Operating position Dimensions (W x H x D) TUNER : AC 120 V`, 60 Hz : 55 W : 18 W : 5C to 40C (41F to 104F) : 20C to 60C (4F to140F) : Horizontal only : 435 mm x 105 mm x 383 mm (17-3/16" x 4-3/16" x 15-1/8") : 5.7 kg (12.6 lbs) Tuning system Channel coverage VHF UHF CATV TIMER Clock reference Program capacity Memory backup time CONNECTORS Input/Output
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: Frequency-synthesized tuner : Channels 213 : Channels 1469 : 113 Channels : Quartz : 1-year programmable timer/ 24 programs : Approx. 60 min. : i.LINK IN/OUT, DV IN x 2 (4-pin, S200) RCA connectors (IN x 3, OUT x 2) S-video connectors (IN x 3, OUT x 2) Component video OUT (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) x 1 Digital OUT (optical) x 1 : Infrared remote control unit, AA battery x 2, Audio cable, RF cable (F-type), S-video cable (4-pin), Controller
Weight 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. with DF-420 video cassette S-VHS/VHS (SP) : 210 min. with ST-210 video cassette S-VHS/VHS (EP) : 630 min. with ST-210 video cassette VIDEO/AUDIO (D-VHS) Video format : MPEG2 standard Audio format : Encode MPEG1 Layer2 Decode MPEG1 Layer2 Dolby Digital Track composition Tape speed : 33.4 mm/sec (HS mode) 16.67 mm/sec (STD mode) 5.55 mm/sec (LS3 mode) Head azimuth : 30 deg Drum rotation : 1800 rpm Tracking system : CTL track system Recording specification Main data input rate : 28.2 Mbps (HS mode) 14.1 Mbps (STD mode) 4.7 Mbps (LS3 mode) Interface : IEEE1394 compliant DTCP digital copy protection compatible VIDEO/AUDIO (S-VHS/VHS) Format : S-VHS/VHS NTSC standard Signal system : NTSC-type color signal and EIA monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields Recording/ Playback system : DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system Signal-to-noise ratio : 45 dB Frequency range Normal audio : 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz Hi-Fi audio : 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
ACCESSORIES Provided accessories
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless specified otherwise. E. & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER

TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722 http://www.jvcservice.com
Dear customer:
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, call 1-800-252-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
JVC
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS 10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641 (973) 396-1000 5665 Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA 90630-4727 (714) 229-8011 13 Cummings Park Woburn, MA 01801-2105 (781) 376-9100 1500 Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857 (770) 339-2522 10700 Hammerly Boulevard, Suite 110 Houston, TX 77043-2310 (713) 935-9331 8192 W State Road 84 Davie, FL 33324-4611 (954) 472-1960 705 Enterprise Street Aurora, IL 60504-8135 (630) 851-7855 2969 Mapunapuna Place, Suite 105 Honolulu, HI 96819-2000 (808) 833-5828 890 Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804 (650) 871-2666
Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. 10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641
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.
Don't service it yourself.

CAUTION
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. No user 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.
WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)
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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
1 YR
LABOR
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: 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 facility 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; 2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair; 3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owner's Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning; 4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage; 5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge; 6. Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus (Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase; 7. Accessories; 8. Batteries (except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase); from the date of purchase); 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 states 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 DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. 1700 Valley Road 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.: Purchase date: Serial No.: Name of dealer:
ATTENTION
HM-DH30000U
IN ADDITION TO AND WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, JVC EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES, CLAIMS OR LIABILITIES, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT WITH ANY OTHER PRODUCT, DEVICE, COMPONENT, PART OR MATERIAL THAT IS NOT IN CONFORMITY OR COMPLIANT WITH EIA-775-A DTV 1394 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION, DATED April 2000 (THE SPECIFICATION), OR THAT IMPLEMENTS THE SPECIFICATION IN A NON-CONFORMING OR NON-COMPATIBLE MANNER WITH THIS PRODUCT. THE i.LINK/DV CONNECTION OF THIS PRODUCT CONFORMS TO EIA-775-A DTV 1394 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION, DATED April 2000 (THE SPECIFICATION). USE OF THIS PRODUCT WITH ANOTHER PRODUCT, DEVICE, COMPONENT, PART OR MATERIAL THAT IS NOT IN CONFORMITY OR COMPLIANT WITH THE SPECIFICATION, OR THAT IMPLEMENTS THE SPECIFICATION IN A NON-CONFORMING OR NON-COMPATIBLE MANNER WITH THIS PRODUCT, MAY NOT BE SUPPORTED AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT WITH A NON-CONFORMING OR NON-COMPATIBLE PRODUCT, DEVICE, COMPONENT, PART OR OTHER MATERIAL SHALL BE AT THE USERS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE RISK.
COPYRIGHT 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
Printed in Japan 0801 MNV ID VP
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Note to CATV system installer:

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

4. Power Cord Protection

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

2. Damage Requiring Service

2. Product and Cart Combination

3. Water and Moisture

4. Object and Liquid Entry

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR . . .

ABOUT HEAD CLEANING

Early symptom D-VHS playback

BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING

OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS

MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL

Error Codes and Messages ....................................... 73 Questions and answers ............................................ 74

SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK

SPECIFICATIONS FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)

INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR

2 Situate VCR 3 Connect VCR to TV

Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.

AC Outlet AC Power Cord

R AUDIO L(MONO) VIDEO

i.LINK IN/OUT DV IN S200

REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPU LINK

TV OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT

Component Video Connection

To Video Input Connectors RF Cable (supplied) To 75 termninal

4 Connect VCR to power source

5 Final preparation for use

INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR (cont.)

Component Video Connection

ANTENNA IN (Antenna or cable input) Coaxial Cable

ANTENNA IN (Antenna or cable input) Coaxial Cable

Matching Transformer (not supplied)

AC Outlet AC Power Cord

R AUDIO L(MONO) VIDEO

i.LINK IN/OUT DV IN S200

REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPU LINK

R AUDIO L(MONO) VIDEO

i.LINK IN/OUT DV IN S200

REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPU LINK

Back of VCR AUDIO OUT

Audio Cable (supplied) S-Video Cable (supplied) S-VIDEO IN

Audio Cable (supplied) Component Video Cable (not supplied)

RF Cable (supplied) TV TV RF Cable (supplied)

Plug & Play Setting

1 Perform Plug & Play setup

During Initial Auto Clock Set Auto blinks.

What to do if Plug & Play setting failed

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

1 Access Main Menu screen 2 Access Initial Set Up screen

3 Access Clock Set Up screen

3 CLOCK SET UP JLIP ID SET UP