Page 2 - EN; CAUTIONS
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 ................... 38VCR Plus+ Setup ......................................... 40Express Timer Programming ....................... 42 Check, Cancel And Revise Programs ....................... 44Auto SP → EP Timer ...........................
Page 6 - INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR; Connections; Basic Connections
6 EN IN OUT AUDIO VIDEO CH3 CH4 ANTENNA IN TV OUT CABLEBOX IN OUT S VIDEO L R AVCOMPULINK REMOTEPAUSE VHF/UHF INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR CHECK CONTENTS 1 Make sure the package contains all of the accessorieslisted in “SPECIFICATIONS” ( 墌 pg. 66). SITUATE VCR 2 Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surf...
Page 8 - INITIAL SETTINGS; Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set
8 EN 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 10 - Language
10 EN JOG SHATTLE 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 VC...
Page 11 - Clock; Preparation
EN 11 JOG SHATTLE Clock Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctlyby the Plug & Play function or you use a cable box. Access theClock Set screen to perform the Semi-Auto or Manual clocksetting procedure. Each procedure starts from step 5 . If you use a cable box, set the ...
Page 12 - SET AUTO CLOCK TO ON
12 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) Semi-Auto You can change the Host Channel/D.S.T. /Time Zone settingmanually. SET AUTO CLOCK TO ON 5 At the Clock Set screen,press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # repeatedly to move the highlight bar to"AUTO CLOCK" and press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to set to "ON"...
Page 13 - Manual
EN 13 SET TIME 5 Press CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi until the desired time appears, then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # . ● Press and hold CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi to change the time by30-minute increments. ● When the time is entered manually, "AUTO CLOCK"will be automatically set to "OFF"...
Page 14 - Tuner; Set Receivable Channels
14 EN Tuner Set Receivable Channels TURN ON THE VCR 1 Press POWER . ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU . ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN 3 Move the highlight bar(arrow) to "TUNER SET" bypressing CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # . PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL SET 4 Move the highl...
Page 15 - Add Or Delete A Channel
EN 15 Add Or Delete A Channel ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU . ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN 2 Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "TUNER SET" bypressing CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # . ACCESS MANUAL CHANNEL SET SCREEN 3 Move the highlight bar(arrow) to "MANUA...
Page 16 - Cable Box; Situate And Connect; About Your Cable Box
16 EN CABLE BOX INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) 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 progra...
Page 17 - Set Cable Box Output
EN 17 Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AVmode). Set Cable Box Output Channel & Cable Box Brand TURN ON CABLE BOX 1 Select a channel other than channel 9 on your cablebox. TURN ON THE VCR 2 Press POWER . ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 3 Press MENU . ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN 4 Press ...
Page 18 - ACCESS CABLE BOX
18 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) ACCESS CABLE BOX BRAND SET SCREEN 7 Press OK. ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND 8 Press the appropriate NUMBER keys to enter the Cable Box Code from theCABLE BOX BRAND LISTshown below, then press OK . ● If the cable box’schannel changes to 9,setting is complete. Press OK and "...
Page 19 - DBS Receiver; About Your DBS Receiver
EN 19 The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channelsthrough a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) Receiver. The Controllerallows the VCR to automatically switch the DBS Receiver's channelsduring timer recording. NOTES: ● The VCR can automatically change the DBS Receiver channelsu...
Page 20 - Set DBS Receiver Output
20 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) Set DBS Receiver Output Channel & DBS Receiver Brand Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AVmode). TURN ON DBS RECEIVER 1 Select a channel other than channel 55, 100 or 205 onyour DBS receiver. TURN ON THE VCR 2 Press POWER . ● Set the VCR to the ch...
Page 21 - ACCESS DBS RECEIVER
EN 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 NUMBER ACCESS DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET SCREEN 7 Press OK. SET DBS RECEIVER BRAND 8 Press the appropriate NUMBER keys to enter the DBS Receiver Code fromthe following list, thenpress OK . ● After OK is pressed, the program currently received through the DBS receiver wi...
Page 22 - SIMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING; Simple; LOAD A CASSETTE
22 EN 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 - PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES; Playback; Frame Playback; PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK; Slow Motion/Reverse Slow; PLAYBACK
24 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES Playback Features Still Picture/Frame-By- Frame Playback PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK 1 Press PAUSE . If there is vertical jitter, use the CH 5 (+) or ∞ (–) button to correct the picture. ACTIVATE FRAME-BY- FRAME PLAYBACK 2 Turn the JOG dial to the right for forward fr...
Page 25 - Manual Tracking; Reverse Motion Playback
EN 25 Manual Tracking Once playback begins, the VCR’s automatic tracking function isengaged. If tracking noise appears in the picture, you canoverride this and make the adjustment manually. ENGAGE MANUAL TRACKING MODE 1 During playback, press the CH 5 and ∞ buttons on the VCR's front panel simultane...
Page 26 - Picture Control
26 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) JOG SHATTLE MENU 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 OK OK MENU SHUTTLE PLUS CH Picture Control This feature helps you to adjust the playback picture qualityaccording to your preference. *The default setting is "AUTO." ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MEN...
Page 27 - Video Stabilizer
EN 27 Video Stabilizer By activating the Video Stabilizer you can correct verticalvibrations in the picture when playing back unstable EPrecordings that were made on another VCR. When this functionis set to "ON", vertical vibration will be automatically corrected.*The default setting is "...
Page 28 - Repeat Playback; START REPEAT; Tape Position Indicator; RESET COUNTER TO ZERO; Counter Reset; Instant ReView; ACTIVATE INSTANT REVIEW
28 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) Repeat Playback JOG SHATTLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 C.RESET POWER DISPLAY POWER TIMER FF PAUSE REW STOP PLAY STOP START REPEAT 1 Press and hold PLAY (until " " blinks on the front display panel) during playback, then release. ● The entire tap...
Page 29 - Superimpose
EN 29 Superimpose CH 125 RECORD THU 12:00 AM PAUSE STEREO ] SP SAP INDEX-1 NORMHI–FI COUNT –1:23:45 B E + + + Tuned-in channel or AUX(iliary) mode When the channel is changed, the newchannel is displayed on the screen for5 seconds. Operation mode When the operation mode is changed,the new mode is di...
Page 30 - Movie Advance; Patents Pending
30 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) 1 3 Movie Advance This feature helps you locate certain parts of prerecorded movies(rented or purchased) and works in two ways. ● You can go to the beginning of the movie, skipping over all previews. ● You can fast-motion the tape to the beginning of the...
Page 31 - AV COMPU LINK Playback
EN 31 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 video compo-nents that are linked via their AV COMPU LINK connectors.For example: simply load a casset...
Page 32 - Active Video
32 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) Active Video Calibration Active Video Calibration checks the condition of the tape duringrecording and playback, and compensates for poor reproduc-tion to provide the best quality recording and playback pictures.*The default setting is "ON". Turn...
Page 33 - Recording; START PLAYBACK
EN 33 Recording Perform steps 1 – 3 on page 23 ("Simple Recording") before continuing. ATTENTION 䡲 As calibration takes place before recording actually starts,there is a delay of about 7 seconds after REC and PLAY on the remote, or REC on the VCR's front panel, are pressed. To make sure you ...
Page 34 - Record One Program While; Display Elapsed Recording; Display Tape Remaining Time
34 EN PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES (cont.) Record One Program While Watching Another Recording Features ENGAGE TV MODE 1 During recording... ● Press TV/VCR . The VCR's VCR indicator goes out. (If you are using the RF connection ( 墌 pg. 6) to view the output from your VCR, the TV broadcast beingre...
Page 35 - ET and VHS
EN 35 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU . ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN 2 Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "FUNCTION SET" bypressing CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # . SELECT S-VHS MODE 3 Move the highlight bar(arrow) to "S-VHS MODE"by pressing CH 5∞ or SH...
Page 36 - Super VHS ET; MODE
36 EN Super VHS ET Your VCR is equipped with Super VHS ET that makes it possibleto record with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes. SELECT S-VHS ET SET MODE 1 Press S-VHS ET . The button lights up. ● The "S-VHS" indicator lights on the front display panel. ● To disengage the S-VHS ET mode...
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.When the channel is changed on the VCR ... ● The "STEREO" indication appears on the screen for about 5seconds if the program is a stereo broadcast. ● The "SA...
Page 38 - Timer; TIMER RECORDING
38 EN VCR Plus+ Timer Programming Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AVmode). Timer recording allows you to program the VCR to automaticallyrecord a program that will be broadcast at some future time.The timer record function can be programmed using VCR Plus+or Express Timer progra...
Page 39 - CHECK PROGRAM DATA
EN 39 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 PROG. OK TIMER SP/EP PROGRAM 1 (VCR PLUS+ 12345678) START STOP 8:00PM = 10:00PM DATE CH 12/24/99 12 SP THU PRESS (8=DAILY, 9=WEEKLYSTOP+/– = STOP TIME, SP/EP)PRESS (OK) TO END NUMBER "9" NUMBER "8" CANCEL CHECK PROGRAM DATA 5 The PlusCode number youe...
Page 40 - Setup; TURN ON THE VCR
40 EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.) VCR Plus+ Setup Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AVmode). IMPORTANT If you have moved to a different area or if a broadcastingstation's channel number has been changed, the wrongVCR or CABLE CH number will be displayed on theVCR Plus+ program screen ...
Page 42 - Express Timer
42 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 ( 墌 pg. 8 or 11). Express Timer Programming Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AVmode). JOG SH...
Page 43 - SET TAPE SPEED
EN 43 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 OK NUMBER "9" NUMBER "8" TIMER NUMBER "7" SP/EP SET TAPE SPEED 8 Press SP/EP to set the tape speed. RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 9 Press PROG. or OK . "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normalscreen appears...
Page 44 - Check, Cancel And Revise
44 EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 Check, Cancel And Revise Programs DISENGAGE TIMER 1 Press TIMER , then press POWER . ACCESS PROGRAM CHECK SCREEN 2 Press PROG. CHECK . ACCESS PROGRAM SCREEN 3 Press PROG. CHECK again to check more information. Each time you press PROG. CHECK ...
Page 45 - Auto Timer
EN 45 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU . ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN 2 Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "FUNCTION SET" bypressing CH 5∞ or SHUTTLE PLUS %fi , then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # . SELECT AUTO TIMER SET MODE 3 Move the highlight bar(arrow) to "AUTO TIMER"by pressing CH...
Page 46 - Instant Timer; START RECORDING
46 EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.) Instant Timer Recording (ITR) This easy method lets you record 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. " " b...
Page 47 - ellite Program
EN 47 This facility allows you to automatically record a satelliteprogram which is timer-programmed on your external satellitereceiver. Connect a satellite receiver to the VCR's rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN* (L-1) connectors and program thetimer on the satellite receiver; the VCR starts recordi...
Page 48 - Edit From A; MAKE CONNECTIONS; EDITING
48 EN JOG SHATTLE 0 4 1 3 Edit From A Camcorder You can use a camcorder as the player and your VCR as the recorder. 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. ● If connecting a camcorder with an S-V...
Page 50 - Edit To Or
50 EN EDITING (cont.) 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. ● If using another VCR with an S-VIDEO input oroutpu...
Page 51 - Audio Dubbing
EN 51 JOG SHATTLE Audio Dubbing (HR-S4600U Only) Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previouslyrecorded tape with a new soundtrack. Use your VCR as therecorder. Pre-recorded tape Audio-dubbed tape MAKE CONNECTIONS 1 Connect an audio component to your VCR's AUDIO INL+ R connectors. *Wh...
Page 52 - Insert Editing
52 EN JOG SHATTLE Insert Editing (HR-S4600U Only) Insert editing replaces part of the recorded scene with newmaterial. Both the picture and Hi-Fi audio soundtrack arereplaced with new ones, while the normal audio soundtrackremains unchanged. If you wish to change the normal audiotrack as well, use t...
Page 53 - ENGAGE INSERT EDITING; START EDITING; END INSERT EDITING
EN 53 ENGAGE INSERT EDITING 6 Press INSERT . ● Your VCR enters the Insert-Pause mode. (" ", " " and " " light up on the front display panel.) ● The TV screen changes from the still picture to theinput source you are going to record. START EDITING 7 Load the source cassette an...
Page 54 - SPECIAL FEATURES; TURN ON THE TV
54 EN SPECIAL FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 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 ON THE TV 1 Turn the power on using the TV's...
Page 55 - Cable Box Multi-Brand; TURN ON THE CABLE BOX
EN 55 Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote Control The VCR's remote control can control functions on the brands ofcable 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 56 - DBS Receiver Multi-Brand; TURN ON THE DBS
56 EN SPECIAL FEATURES (cont.) DBS Receiver Multi-Brand Remote Control The VCR's remote control can control functions on the brands ofDBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receivers listed below. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 TURN ON THE DBS RECEIVER 1 Turn the power on using the DBS receiver's remotecontr...
Page 57 - Control Two JVC VCRs; Child Lock
EN 57 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 2 4 1 3 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, press the NUMBER key "2" and then press STOP . PLUG IN POWER CORD 3 Plug back in to the AC outlet. TURN VCR POWER ON 4 Press POWER on...
Page 58 - TROUBLESHOOTING
58 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 59 - CORRECTIVE ACTION; SYMPTOM
EN 59 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 forGuide Channel and VCR or cablebox channel number mismatches( 墌 pg. 40). Timer programming can’...
Page 60 - OTHER PROBLEMS
60 EN OTHER PROBLEMS CORRECTIVE ACTION If you need the skipped channels,restore them ( 墌 pg. 15). Press PAUSE to pause the recording, change channels, then press PLAY to resume recording. Re-set the remote control to thecorrect brand ( 墌 pg. 54 or 55 or 56). Select a different Host Channel duringthe...
Page 61 - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
EN 61 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 automatically after 5 minute...
Page 62 - INDEX
62 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 .................................................................... 57Active Video Calibration ............................................. 32Add Channel ................
Page 64 - REAR VIEW
64 EN INDEX (cont.) (MONO) IN OUT AUDIO VIDEO CH3 CH4 ANTENNA IN TV OUT CABLEBOX IN OUT S VIDEO L R AVCOMPULINK REMOTEPAUSE VHF/UHF 1 0 9 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 REAR VIEW 1 Power Cord ( 墌 pg. 6) 2 CABLE BOX Controller Connector ( 墌 pg. 16, 19) 3 VIDEO/AUDIO Input Connectors ( 墌 pg. 50) 4 VIDEO/AUDIO Output C...
Page 65 - REMOTE CONTROL; How To Use
EN 65 REMOTE CONTROL 1 CABLE/DBS Button ( 墌 pg. 56) 2 TV Button ( 墌 pg. 54) 3 TV/VCR Button ( 墌 pg. 34) 4 Instant REVIEW Button ( 墌 pg. 28) 5 NUMBER Buttons ( 墌 pg. 23, 38) 6 DBS Button ( 墌 pg. 43) 7 CANCEL Button ( 墌 pg. 44) Counter [C.] RESET Button ( 墌 pg. 28) 8 STOP +/– Button ( 墌 pg. 42) 9 STAR...
Page 66 - SPECIFICATIONS
66 EN GENERAL Power requirement : AC 120 V ` , 60 Hz Power consumption Power on : 22 W Power off : 3 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 347 mm (15-3/4" x 3-3/4" ...
Page 67 - HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER; JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING; DIVISION OF US JVC CORP.
EN 67 HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER 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 Par kway 705 Enterprise Street Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105 Lawrenceville, GA 302...
Page 68 - LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set for th 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. (...
Page 69 - MEMO
