Page 2 - EN; CAUTIONS; CAUTION; Note to CATV system installer:
2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautionscontained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new VCR. CAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISUNIT TO RAIN OR MOI...
Page 3 - INSTALLATION; ANTENNA INSTALLATION
EN 3 IMPORTANT PRODUCTSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. Butimproper use can result in potential electrical shock or firehazards. This product has been engineered and manufacturedto assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-insafeguards, obse...
Page 4 - SERVICING; HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION
4 EN SERVICING 1. Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a markedchange in performance and you are unable to restore normaloperation by following the detailed procedure in its operatinginstructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening orremoving covers may expo...
Page 5 - CONTENTS; IMPLE PLAYBACK AND
EN 5 CONTENTS T IMER RECORDING 38 VCR Plus+ Timer Programming .................... 38On-Screen Timer Programming ................... 40 Check And Cancel Programs ................................... 42Auto Timer ............................................................... 43 Instant Timer Recordin...
Page 6 - Basic; INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR
6 EN Basic Connections CHECK CONTENTS 1 Make sure the package contains all of the accessorieslisted in “SPECIFICATIONS” ( Z pg. 60). SITUATE VCR 2 Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface. CONNECT VCR TO TV 3 The connection method you use depends on the type ofTV you have. RF Connection ● To Co...
Page 7 - INITIAL SETTINGS; IMPORTANT
EN 7 INITIAL SETTINGS Plug & Play The Plug & Play function sets the clock and tuner channelsautomatically when power is first connected to the VCR. Theantenna cable must be connected for the Plug & Play function.The time and date can be set automatically from clock settingdata that is tr...
Page 8 - Language
8 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) Language This VCR offers you the choice to view on-screen messages inEnglish, Spanish or French (not including messages superimposedon the TV picture). Select the desired language using thisprocedure. The default setting is "ENGLISH". TURN ON THE VCR 1 Press POW...
Page 9 - Clock; Preparation
EN 9 Clock Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctlyby the Plug & Play function. Access the Override Auto ClockSet screen to choose the Auto, Semi-Auto or Manual clocksetting procedure. Each procedure starts from step 5. *Autoneed only be selected if Semi-Auto or Manual ...
Page 10 - SELECT MODE; ACCESS SELECT SCREENS; SELECT HOST CHANNEL
10 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) SELECT MODE 5 At the Override AutoClock Set screen, move thehighlight bar (arrow) to“SEMI-AUTO CLOCK SET”by pressing CH ▲▼ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK. ACCESS SELECT SCREENS 6 At the Semi-Auto Clock Setscreen, move the highlightbar (arrow) to the desiredmode by...
Page 11 - MAKE CORRECTIONS; Manual; SELECT TIME ZONE; Auto
EN 11 SELECT MODE 5 At the Override Auto Clock Set screen ( Z pg. 10), move the highlight bar (arrow) to “MANUAL CLOCK SET” bypressing CH ▲▼ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK. SET DATE, TIME AND D.S.T. 6 The Manual Clock Setscreen is displayed and themonth digit beginsblinking. Press theappropriat...
Page 12 - Tuner; Set Receivable Channels
12 EN 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 CH OK MENU Tuner Set Receivable Channels TURN ON THE VCR 1 Press POWER. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU as many times as necessary. ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN 3 Move the highlight bar(arrow) to "TUNER SET" bypressing CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK. PERFORM AU...
Page 13 - INFORMATION
EN 13 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 MENU OK CH SHUTTLE PLUS The VCR detects the band (TV or CATV) and selects thecorrect band automatically during Auto Channel Set.If necessary, you can check the setting at the Band screenafter Auto Channel Set has set the channels. ● At the Tuner Set screen, ...
Page 14 - Add Or Delete A Channel
14 EN 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 Add Or Delete A Channel ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN 1 Access by performing steps 2 and 3 of the Tunerprocedure on page 12. ● To add a channel, go to step 2. ● To delete a channel, skip to step 4. ACCESS AFC SCREEN 2 Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "AFC"...
Page 15 - Cable Box; About Your Cable Box; Situate And Connect
EN 15 This procedure is required if you receive your TV channelsthrough a cable box (descrambler). The Controller allows theVCR to automatically switch the cable box channel duringtimer-recording. The Controller is effective for recording showsthat have been programmed using VCR Plus+ ( Z pg. 38) or...
Page 16 - Set Cable Box Output
16 EN 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 CH OK MENU INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN 3 Press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to move the highlight bar (arrow) to“CUSTOM SET”, thenpress OK. ACCESS VCR PLUS+ SET-UP SCREEN 4 Press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to move the highlight bar (arrow) to“VCR PLUS+ SET-UP”,t...
Page 17 - Set Cable Box Brand
EN 17 Set Cable Box Brand TURN ON CABLE BOX 1 Select a channel other than channel 9 on your CableBox. ACCESS CABLE BOX BRAND SET SCREEN 2 At the VCR Plus+ Set-Upscreen, press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to move the highlight bar(arrow) to “CABLE BOXBRAND SET”, then pressOK. ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND 3 Pre...
Page 18 - Setup; TURN ON THE VCR
18 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) The VCR Plus+ timer programming system eliminates the needto input channel, date, start and stop time data when setting thetimer record function. Simply key in the PlusCode number forthe TV program you wish to record (found in most TV listings)and the VCR’s timer is au...
Page 20 - Situate And Connect Controller; DBS Receiver; About Your DBS Receiver
20 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver and you want your VCR to change to receiver's channels during timer recording. The VCR can control the DBS Receiver during timer recording using it...
Page 21 - Set DBS Receiver Output
EN 21 Set DBS Receiver Output Channel TURN ON THE VCR 1 Press POWER. ● Set the VCR to the channel (3 or 4 or AU) on whichthe signals from the DBS receiver are received. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU as many times as necessary. ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN 3 Press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to move...
Page 22 - Set DBS Receiver Brand
22 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) Set DBS Receiver Brand TURN ON DBS RECEIVER 1 Select a channel other than channel 55, 100 or 205 onyour DBS receiver. ACCESS DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET SCREEN 2 At the Custom Set screen,press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to move the highlight bar (arrow) to“DBS RECEIVER BRAND...
Page 23 - SIMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING; Simple; LOAD A CASSETTE; FIND PROGRAM START; Usable cassettes
EN 23 SIMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING Simple Playback LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side isfacing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette ispointing towards the VCR. Don’t apply too muchpressure when inserting. ● The VCR’s power comes on automatically. ● The ...
Page 24 - Accidental erasure prevention
24 EN Simple Recording LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover thehole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette. SELECT RECORDING CHANNEL 2 Press CH 5∞ . Or press the appropriate NUMBER keys, then press ENTER. (The channel changes after a fewseconds whether...
Page 25 - Playback; PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES; Slow Motion/Reverse Slow; OR; Reverse Motion Playback
EN 25 Playback Features PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES Still Picture/Frame-By- Frame Playback PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK 1 Press PAUSE. If there is vertical jitter, use theCH 5 or ∞ button to correct the picture. ACTIVATE FRAME-BY- FRAME PLAYBACK 2 Press PAUSE repeatedly to advance one frame at a time. ...
Page 26 - Manual Tracking; ENGAGE MANUAL
26 EN Manual Tracking Once playback begins, the VCR’s automatic tracking function isengaged. If noise appears in the picture, you can override thisand make the adjustment manually. PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) Tape Position Indicator The Tape position indicatorappears on screen when, from...
Page 27 - Video Stabilizer
EN 27 Video Stabilizer You can correct vertical vibration when playing back unstableEP recordings that were made on another VCR. When thisfunction is set to "ON", vertical vibration will be automaticallycorrected. *The default setting is "OFF". 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 2 2...
Page 28 - Superimpose; To recall an indication
28 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) Superimpose This function, switchable between ON and OFF, determineswhether or not operational indicators will appear on screen. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU as many times as necessary. ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN 2 Move the highlight bar (arrow) ...
Page 29 - Select The Soundtrack
EN 29 Select The Soundtrack Your VCR can record two soundtracks simultaneously (Normaland Hi-Fi) and play back the selected one, or both together. 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 MENU OK CH SHUTTLE PLUS ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU as many times as necessary duringplayback ...
Page 30 - Index Search; START SEARCH; ACCESS DISTANT CODE; Skip Search; SKIP OVER UNWANTED; Instant ReView; ACTIVATE INSTANT REVIEW
30 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 FF REW PLAY REVIEW SKIP SEARCH Index Search Index codes are placed on the tape at the start of eachrecording. You can find and automatically play back from thestart of any recording using the Index Search...
Page 31 - Repeat Playback; Counter Memory
EN 31 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 FF REW PLAY POWER DISPLAY C. MEMORY Repeat Playback START REPEAT 1 Press and hold PLAY (until "PLAY" blinks on the frontdisplay panel) during playback, then release. ● The entire tape is played back 20 times. STOP REPEAT 2 To stop, pres...
Page 32 - AV COMPU LINK Playback
32 EN 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 MENU POWER AV COMPU LINK Playback Your VCR is compatible with JVC’s AV COMPU LINK components,including amplifiers (or receivers) and televisions. AV COMPULINK provides one touch control of the audio and v...
Page 34 - Active Video
34 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) Active Video Calibration Active Video Calibration checks the condition of the tapeduring recording and playback, and compensates for poorreproduction to provide the best quality recording and playbackpictures. *The default setting for both recording and ...
Page 35 - Recording; START PLAYBACK; START RECORDING
EN 35 Recording Perform steps 1 – 3 on page 24 ("Simple Recording") beforecontinuing. ATTENTION: n As calibration takes place before recording actually starts,there is a delay of about 7 seconds after REC and PLAY onthe remote, or REC on the VCR's front panel, are pressed.To make sure you re...
Page 36 - Record One Program While; Display Elapsed Recording
36 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) Record One Program While Watching Another ENGAGE TV MODE 1 During recording... ● Press TV/VCR. The VCR's VCR indicator goes out. (Ifyou are using the RF connection ( Z pg. 6) to view the output from your VCR, the TV broadcast beingrecorded disappears.) ●...
Page 37 - Stereo And SAP
EN 37 Stereo And SAP (Second Audio Program) Your VCR’s built-in MTS decoder enables reception of Multi-channel TV Sound broadcasts. ● The ST indicator on the front display panel lights duringstereo broadcast reception, and SAP lights during SAPprogram reception. ● Both indicators light when a stereo...
Page 38 - Timer; TIMER RECORDING; ACCESS VCR PLUS+ SCREEN
38 EN VCR Plus+ Timer Programming ● Before VCR Plus+ Timer programming, see "VCR Plus+Setup" on page 18. ● Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AVmode). Timer recording allows you to program the VCR toautomatically record a program which will be broadcast atsome future time.T...
Page 39 - DATA
EN 39 CHECK/CORRECT INPUT DATA 6 If the data is correct as it is, go to step 7. If not, pressOK or SHUTTLE PLUS until the item you want tochange begins to blink. Then press the appropriateNUMBER keys, CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to obtain the desired setting. ● If you are using a DBS receiver, the BAN...
Page 40 - EXAMPLE
40 EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.) You can directly program the VCR’s timer to record up to 8shows, as far as a year in advance. Remember, the clock must beset before you can program the timer ( Z pg. 7 or 9). On-Screen Timer Programming LOAD A CASSETTE 1 Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not...
Page 41 - ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS
EN 41 MAKE CORRECTIONS 6 To change any of the settings, press OK or SHUTTLEPLUS until the item you want to change beginsblinking. Then set as in step 5. RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 7 Press MENU as many times as necessary. ● Press just once to access the Auto Timer screen( Z pg. 43). ENGAGE TIMER MODE 8 ...
Page 42 - Check And Cancel Programs
42 EN 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 MENU OK CH POWER TIMER CANCEL TIMER RECORDING (cont.) DISENGAGE TIMER 1 Press TIMER, then press POWER. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU as many times as necessary. ACCESS PROGRAM SET SCREEN 3 Press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to move the high...
Page 43 - Auto Timer
EN 43 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 MENU OK CH TIMER ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU as many times as necessary. ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN 2 Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "FUNCTION SET" bypressing CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK. ACCESS AUTO TIMER SCRE...
Page 44 - Instant Timer; ENGAGE ITR MODE
44 EN 2 2 q 5 / 8 6 Instant Timer Recording (ITR) This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours(selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the VCR off afterrecording is finished. START RECORDING 1 Press REC on the front panel. ENGAGE ITR MODE 2 Press REC again. REC blinks and 0:3...
Page 45 - EDITING; Edit To Or
EN 45 EDITING Edit To Or From Another VCR You can use your VCR as the player or the recorder. MAKE CONNECTIONS 1 Connect an AV cable between the player’s VIDEO OUTand AUDIO OUT connectors and the recorder’s VIDEOIN and AUDIO IN connectors. ● When using your VCR as the recorder and a monauralVCR as t...
Page 46 - Edit From A
46 EN EDITING (cont.) Edit From A Camcorder You can use a camcorder as the player and your VCR as therecorder. MAKE CONNECTIONS 1 Connect an AV cable between the camcorder’s VIDEOOUT and AUDIO OUT connectors and your VCR’sVIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors. ● When a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC ca...
Page 48 - SPECIAL FEATURES; TURN ON THE TV
48 EN 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 CH NUMBER POWER TV/VCR MBR SET STOP SPECIAL FEATURES TV Multi-Brand Remote Control The VCR's remote control can control several functions on JVCremote control TVs and on the brands of remote control TVslisted below. *The default setting is JVC code 01. TURN ...
Page 49 - Cable Box Multi-Brand; TURN ON THE CABLE BOX; ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND
EN 49 Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote Control The VCR's remote control can control functions on the brandsof cable boxes listed below. Some cable box brands have morethan one code. If your cable box does not function with aspecified code, try other codes. TURN ON THE CABLE BOX 1 Turn the power on using...
Page 50 - DBS Receiver Multi-Brand; TURN ON THE DBS
50 EN SPECIAL FEATURES (cont.) DBS Receiver Multi-Brand Remote Control The VCR's remote control can control functions on the brandsof DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receivers listed below. TURN ON THE DBS RECEIVER 1 Turn the power on using the DBS receiver's remotecontrol. ENTER DBS RECEIVER BRAND...
Page 51 - Control Two JVC VCRs; Child Lock
EN 51 3 ¶ 4 ¢ 7 8 1 ¡ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 9 POWER A/B NUMBER "1" NUMBER "2" UNPLUG VCR'S POWER CORD 1 Unplug from the AC outlet. SET REMOTE CONTROL CODE 2 While holding down A/B on the remote control, pressthe NUMBER key "2" and then press STOP. PLUG IN POWER CORD 3 Plug back i...
Page 52 - TROUBLESHOOTING
52 EN TROUBLESHOOTING Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart and see if you can repair the trouble yourself. Small problems are often easilycorrected, and this can save you the trouble of sending your VCR off for repair. POSSIBLE CAUSE ● The power cord is disconnected. ● The TIMER m...
Page 53 - CORRECTIVE ACTION
EN 53 TIMER RECORDING CORRECTIVE ACTION Set the clock and/or timer correctly. Press TIMER and check to make surethat TIMER appears on the frontdisplay panel.Re-perform the set-up procedures.Make sure you have compensated forGuide Channel and VCR or cablebox channel number mismatches( Z pg. 18). Time...
Page 54 - SYMPTOM; POSSIBLE CAUSE; OTHER PROBLEMS
54 EN ATTENTION: This VCR contains microcomputers. External electronic noise or interference can cause microcomputer to malfunction. If theVCR does not operate correctly switch its power off and unplug the power cord from the AC supply. Wait for a while and thenplug the power back in. Eject and chec...
Page 55 - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS; PLAYBACK
EN 55 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PLAYBACK Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached during playback or search? ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning. Q. Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the still mode?A. No. It stops automa...
Page 56 - INDEX
56 EN INDEX List Of Terms This guide serves as a quick way to locate frequently used terms and on-screen display names. A A/B Code .................................................................... 51Active Video Calibration ............................................. 34Add Channel ................
Page 57 - FRONT VIEW
EN 57 FRONT VIEW 2 2 REW FF PLAY CH OK q REC 5 / 8 STOP/EJECT PAUSE 6 POWER VIDEO (MONO)L – AUDIO – R MENU H M S V C R TIMER SP ST SAP AM PM R E C PLAY PAUSE M 1 $ # @ ! 0 9 8 7 % 2 3 4 5 6 1 Power On/Off Button ( Z pg. 8) 2 Cassette Loading Slot 3 Rewind [REW] Button ( Z pg. 23) 4 PLAY Button ( Z p...
Page 58 - REAR VIEW
58 EN INDEX (cont.) REAR VIEW FRONT DISPLAY PANEL ANT. IN RF OUT R L PAUSE/AVCOMPU-LINK CH3 CH4 AUDIO VIDEO CABLE BOX IN OUT 1 2 3 7 6 8 4 5 1 VCR Mode Indicator ( Z pg. 36) 2 Tape Speed Indicators ( Z pg. 24) 3 AM/PM Indicators ( Z pg. 7) 4 Clock Display ( Z pg. 7) 5 Child Lock Indicator ( Z pg. 51...
Page 59 - REMOTE CONTROL
EN 59 REMOTE CONTROL 1 CABLE/DBS Button ( Z pg. 49, 50) 2 TV Button ( Z pg. 48) 3 TV/VCR Button ( Z pg. 36) 4 MBR SET Button ( Z pg. 48) 5 DISPLAY Button ( Z pg. 31) 6 ENTER Button ( Z pg. 24) On-Screen Display [OSD] Button ( Z pg. 28) 7 TIMER Button ( Z pg. 39) 8 Counter [C.] MEMORY Button ( Z pg. ...
Page 60 - SPECIFICATIONS
60 EN GENERALPower requirement : AC 120 V ` , 60 Hz Power consumption : 21 W Temperature Operating : 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Storage : –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to140°F) Operating position : Horizontal only Dimensions (W x H x D) : 400 x 94 x 273 mm (15-3/4" x 3-3/4" x 10 -3/4") Weight : 3...
Page 61 - HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER; JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING; DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.; ACCESSORIES
EN 61 HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722 JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP. FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS If you ship the product... ACCESSORIES 107 Little Falls Road 1500 Lakes Parkway 705 Enterprise Street Fairfield, NJ 07004-2...
Page 62 - LIMITED WARRANTY
62 EN 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 ORIGINALPURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retailpurchase for the period as shown below....
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