JVC HR-J781AM - Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-J787AM
HR-J781AM

INSTRUCTIONS

LPT0595-001C

Printed in Malaysia

COPYRIGHT © 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.

0501 MNV

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Safety Precautions

The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.

WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this
video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not
possible with this model.

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This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK)
that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings in the SP
mode with regular VHS resolution.

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HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.

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G-

CODE

is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation

and is registered in the following countries: Australia, China,
Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, and Taiwan.
S

HOW

V

IEW

is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation

and is registered in the following countries: Austria, Belgium,
Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden
and Switzerland. The G-

CODE

/S

HOW

V

IEW

system is

manufactured under license from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
G-

CODE

and S

HOW

V

IEW

are different trademarks used to

represent the same easy recording feature. However, for
simplicity, only the term G-

CODE

will be used in the

instructions. If you use S

HOW

V

IEW

system, follow the same steps

listed for the G-

CODE

system.

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.

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 recorder’s 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.)

CAUTION

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When you are not using the recorder for a long period of
time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord
from the mains outlet.

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Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified
service personnel. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard,
remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to
connecting or disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.

ATTENTION

1. This recorder can also receive SECAM colour television

signals for recording and playback.

2. Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce

monochrome pictures if played back on another video
recorder of SECAM standard, or do not produce normal
colour pictures if played back on another video recorder of
PAL standard.

3 SECAM prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a

SECAM video recorder produce monochrome pictures when
played back with this recorder.

POWER SYSTEM:

This set operates on voltage of AC110 – 240 V

d

(Rating), AC90 –

260 V

d

(Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic switching.

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical
burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat
above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo,
Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if
the battery is incorrectly replaced.

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Dispose of used battery promptly.

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Keep away from children.

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Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

IMPORTANT

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Please read the various precautions on this page before
installing or operating the recorder.

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It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-
recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent of the
owner of copyright in the sound or video recording,
broadcast or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic,
musical, or artistic work embodied therein.

The STANDBY/ON

1

button does not completely shut off

mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on
and off. “

1

“ shows electrical power standby and “

!

“ shows

ON.

Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long
Play) or EP (Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on a
single-speed video recorder.