JVC HM-DT100U Instructions Manual

JVC HM-DT100U Instructions Manual

D-vhs digital recorder
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D-VHS DIGITAL RECORDER
HM-DT100U
REMOTE
POWER
CODE
TV/VCR
A/B/C/D
VCR
CABLE
TV
/DBS
PROGRAM
PROG.CHECK
TIMER
EPG
SUB CH +
START
STOP
DATE
TV/VCR CH
-
DTV MENU SUB CH -
DIGITAL CH
REC
LINK
. , ?
ABC
DEF
SUBTITLE
REC
GHI
JKL
MNO
SPEED
DBS
DAILY
WEEKLY
ENTER
PQRS
TUV
WXYZ
AUX
C. RESET
CANCEL
SKIP
SEARCH
PLAY
STOP
MENU
TV
VOL
NAVI
INSTRUCTIONS
MTP
NTSC
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.
LPT0960-001B
Integrated
HDTV

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  • Page 1 D-VHS DIGITAL RECORDER HM-DT100U REMOTE POWER CODE TV/VCR A/B/C/D CABLE /DBS PROGRAM PROG.CHECK TIMER SUB CH + START STOP DATE TV/VCR CH DTV MENU SUB CH - DIGITAL CH LINK . , ? SUBTITLE SPEED DAILY WEEKLY ENTER PQRS WXYZ C.
  • Page 2 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...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the beginning of each major section. BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR ..please read the sections/literature listed below. •...
  • Page 5 30). ATTENTION: To mobile phone users: Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the VCR may cause picture vibration on the TV screen or change the screen to a blue back display. On placing the VCR: Some TVs or other appliances generates strong magnetic fields. Do not place such appliance on top of the VCR as it may cause picture disturbance.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    INDEX Front panel ...7 Rear panel...8 Front display panel ...9 On-screen display ...10 Remote ...11 INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR Connections... 12 Basic Connection... 13 INITIAL SETTINGS Plug & Play Setting... 14 Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set ... 14 Clock Setting ... 15 Preparations...
  • Page 7: Index

    INDEX Front panel EJECT POWER S-VIDEO –MENU–VIDEO (MONO)L–AUDIO–R IN F–1 A [EJECT (M)] button : A page 28, 36 B Cassette loading slot C [D-THEATER] LED : A page 54 D [DTV-HD] LED Lights up when the digital broadcast signal received is in HD format (image formats other than 480i and 480p).
  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    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. • The cooling fan may be activated even if the unit is turned off in the following case;...
  • Page 9: Front Display Panel

    Front display panel A BC D - S - VHS H G F A Progressive mode indicator : A page 13, 67 B Timer mode indicator : A page 41, 45 C Satellite Auto Recording indicator : A page 47 D Channel/auxiliary input ([L1],[L2],[F1],[I-1] etc.) Clock time Time counter : A page 29...
  • Page 10: On-Screen Display

    On-screen display A Cassette indication B Cassette type indication : A page 35 C Index no. indication : A page 31 D VCR operation mode indication E Audio monitor indications : A page 30 F Clock time Time counter* Tape remaining time (When “REMAIN” appears)** To reset the time counter, press [C.RESET] on the...
  • Page 11: Remote

    Y [DATE +/–] buttons : A page 41, 44 [DIGITAL CH] button : A page 35, 36 Z [TV/VCR CH +/–] buttons : A page 30, 35, 44, 84, 85 a [REC LINK] button : A page 47 b [SUBTITLE] button : A page 32...
  • Page 12: Installing Your New Vcr

    During HDMI-ON ([HDMI] LED on), the image format output to the TV connected via the HDMI connector will be in accordance to the image format of the TV. During HDMI-OFF ([HDMI] LED off), the image format output to the TV is in accordance to this VCR’s “IN/OUT FUNCTION”...
  • Page 13: Basic Connection

    To operate the VCR with your TV using the HDMI, DVI, Component Video or S-VIDEO connection, set your TV to the AV mode using the TV’s Remote. You can also use the TV/VCR button on the VCR’s Remote to set your TV to the AV mode ( page 84).
  • Page 14: Initial Settings

    Semiauto (A page 16) or Manual Clock Set (A page 17) 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;...
  • Page 15: Clock Setting

    Clock Setting • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug &...
  • Page 16: Setting Clock Semiautomatically

    THEN PRESS [OK] SELECT 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.
  • Page 17: Setting Clock Manually

    CABLE /DBS NOTE: When you set “TIME ZONE” and “D.S.T” manually, they are used as the setting for EPG ( page 51). Setting clock manually — Manual Clock Set First follow steps A to B on page 15, then go to the following steps.
  • Page 18: Analog Tuner Setting

    Analog Tuner Setting • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS Setting channels automatically — Auto Channel Set (Analog) Use Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set correctly by the Plug &...
  • Page 19: Setting Channels Manually

    CABLE /DBS Setting channels manually — Manual Channel Set (Analog) You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually. Access Main Menu screen Press [MENU]. Access Tuner Set Up screen A Press [D E] to move the arrow to “TUNER SET UP”, then press [G] or [OK].
  • Page 20: Digital Tuner Setting

    Digital Tuner Setting • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS Setting channels automatically — Auto Channel Set (Digital) To add or delete channels, use Manual Channel Set (Digital) (A page 21).
  • Page 21: Setting Channels Manually

    Pressing the ‘Number’ keys allow you to select all available RF channels. • At the “DTV CH” item, pressing [TV/VCR CH +/-] allows you to select the main channel of a DTV channel. The sub channels of a DTV channel cannot be selected.
  • Page 22: Cable Box Control Setting

    Cable Box Control Setting Suggested location Place the cable box on top of the VCR. Attach the VCR’s Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller’s transmitter pointed towards the cable box’s remote sensor. ATTENTION: The Controller can also control a DBS receiver. If both a...
  • Page 23: Setting Cable Box Input Channel & Brand

    • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS Setting cable box input channel & brand After installation, set the cable box input channel and its brand correctly;...
  • Page 24 If the VCR’s memory backup expires because of a power failure, set the cable box input 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. appears. End of Cable Box Control Setting INITIAL SETTING (cont.)
  • Page 25: Dbs Receiver Control Setting

    • The VCR’s Controller can also control your DBS receiver. This allows the VCR to change your DBS receiver’s channel number during timer-recording. Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCR’s Remote, refer to page 85. To set up the Controller, go to page 26. The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver.
  • Page 26: Setting Dbs Receiver Input Channel & Brand

    • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS Setting DBS receiver input channel & brand After installation, set the DBS receiver’s input channel and its brand correctly;...
  • Page 27 • For customers in U.S.A.: If you are unable to set the Controller, contact JVC toll free at 1-800-252-5722. Enter DBS Receiver’s brand Press [FG] to move the arrow to “BRAND”.
  • Page 28: Playback

    [REW (O)] 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. • It will take a moment until the image appears when you play back cut segments (segments for which recording was continued after stopping or pausing) or segments for which recording was switched from VHS mode (SP or EP) to D-VHS mode.
  • Page 29: Basic Playback Features

    Basic Playback Features • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. IN F–1 CABLE /DBS [C.RESET] [REW (O )] Checking tape position...
  • Page 30: Adjusting Tracking Condition

    • You can also use the manual tracking during slow motion playback (A page 34). During slow motion playback, simply press [CHANNEL +] or [–] on the VCR (or [TV/VCR CH +] or [–] on the Remote) to adjust tracking. Activate manual tracking Press [CHANNEL +] and [–] on the front panel at...
  • Page 31: Automatic Operations After Rewinding

    Automatic operations after rewinding — Next Function Memory The Next Function Memory tells the VCR what to do after rewinding is complete. • Ensure that the VCR is in stop mode. a– For Automatic Playback Start Press [REW (O)], then press [PLAY (I)] within 2 seconds.
  • Page 32 When you record multiple programs or programs with multiple angles, it is impossible to change program on multiple program channel and angles with the control of this VCR. Select the desired program or angle with the control of the TV.
  • Page 33: Special Effect Playback

    Special Effect Playback • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS With this VCR, you can enjoy special effect playback such as high-speed search, variable-speed search, and still playback and so on.
  • Page 34: Viewing Still Picture

    • Manual tracking is possible during still picture playback. During still picture playback, simply press [CHANNEL +] or [–] on the VCR (or [TV/VCR CH +] or [–] on the Remote) to adjust tracking. Viewing still picture frame by frame —...
  • Page 35: Recording

    RECORDING Basic Recording • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. [EJECT(M)] IN F–1 [POWER] [REC SPEED] CABLE /DBS [SUB CH+] [DIGITAL CH] [SUB CH ] ‘Number‘...
  • Page 36: S-Vhs/Vhs Recording

    To eject the tape Press [EJECT (M)] on the front panel when the tape is not running. • You can also eject the cassette when the VCR is turned off. To turn off the VCR Press [POWER]. Compatibility Of Cassettes And Recording Mode...
  • Page 37: Basic Recording Features

    Basic Recording Features • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. IN F–1 CABLE /DBS Changing display information Press [DISPLAY]. Each time you press the button, the front display panel shows the clock time, remaining time and the time counter in sequence.
  • Page 38: Watching One Program While Recording Another

    Even if “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to “OFF” ( screen display appears when the VCR plays back the blank portion of a tape and the VCR receives the channel which has no broadcast. However, on-screen display does not appear when the input location is selected and no signal is input.
  • Page 39 The “SAP STEREO” indication appears when a stereo program is accompanied by SAP sound. • S-VHS Recording Mode (A page 69) This VCR allows you to record on a D-VHS and S- VHS tape with VHS picture quality. • “S-VHS ET” (A page 70) This function allows you to record on VHS tapes with S-VHS picture quality.
  • Page 40: Timer Recording

    VCR Plus+ C Timer Programming (Analog Broadcast Only) • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. IN F–1 [POWER] CABLE /DBS [DAILY]...
  • Page 41 However, the clock time is lost if it lasts for more than 10 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 Auto Clock Set automatically to restore the 2.
  • Page 42: Changing Vcr Plus+ C Setting

    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.
  • Page 43 CHANNEL”, then press [G] or [OK]. Input guide channel number Press [D E] to input (Eg.) When inputting the guide the VCR Plus+ guide channel number for number 6 channel number as WNJU(Ind.) shown in the TV FUNCTION SET UP listing.
  • Page 44: Express Timer Programming

    Express Timer Programming (Analog Broadcast Only) • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. IN F–1 [POWER] CABLE /DBS C - G...
  • Page 45 However, the clock time is lost if it lasts for more than 10 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 Auto Clock Set automatically to restore the 2.
  • Page 46: Checking Program Settings

    • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS Checking program settings Disengage timer Press [TIMER (j)], then press [POWER]. •...
  • Page 47: Satellite Auto Recording

    16) 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.
  • Page 48 VCR is turned off. It is temporarily 12:00 canceled when the VCR is turned on. You do not have to press [TIMER (j)] to engage or disengage the recorded timer recording standby mode.
  • Page 49: Digital Timer Programming

    You can also make use of the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) on page 51 to set easy record or easy view timer. • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR].
  • Page 50: Viewing Timer

    VCR is turned off. It is temporarily canceled when the VCR is turned on. You do not have to press [TIMER (j)] to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode.
  • Page 51: Electronic Program Guide (Epg)

    Electronic Program Guide (EPG) This VCR allows you to set recording timer or viewing timer by selecting the program from the Electronic Program Guide (EPG). • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV.
  • Page 52: Changing Or Deleting Easy Rec Timer

    EPG. If timer cannot be set using EPG, set timer manually by performing ‘Digital Timer Programming’ ( • The View timer is functional only when the VCR is powered on. In addition, the View timer will not function… - while playing back a tape.
  • Page 53: Video Navigation

    • Tape program information is stored in this VCR’s memory. If this VCR’s memory is damaged and the program information is 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.
  • Page 54: Deactivating Video Navigation

    1:00 NOTE: If you press [NAVI] when a cassette is not loaded, “NO TAPE!” appears on the TV screen. If the VCR does not recognize the tape number of the loaded cassette, “UNRECOGNIZED TAPE NUMBER!” appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 55: Finding Tapes

    Finding Tapes • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS -1,5 To play back a selected program on the list screen A Select the program that you want to watch, then press [OK].
  • Page 56: Finding By Program Title

    Finding by program title Use the Remote to do the following operations. Follow steps 1 to 2 on page 55, then go to the following steps Access title screen Press [D E] to move Navigation SEARCH the arrow to “TITLE”, TAPE NUMBER then press [OK].
  • Page 57: Finding By Recording Date

    CABLE /DBS Finding by recording date Use the Remote to do the following operations. Follow steps 1 to 2 on page 55, then go to the following steps Access date screen Press [D E] to move the arrow to “DATE”, then press [OK].
  • Page 58: Finding Blank Space

    SEARCH the arrow to “STOP”, BLANK SPACE LIST then press [OK]. 0003 10:00 BLANK 0002 12:00 BLANK • The VCR will start 0001 17:00 BLANK 0004 23:00 BLANK search for the TITLE 11/01/99 MON 11:34 AM beginning of the STOP blank part, then stop.
  • Page 59: Editing Titles

    Editing Titles • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS ‘Number‘ Keys -1,7 When you record a TV program on this VCR, the VCR automatically records the recording start time, date, and channel in each program title.
  • Page 60 • For entering the characters as the title, refer to ‘How to enter the characters and symbols’ on the right column. (In this example, enter “JVC NEWS”.) B Press [FGD E] to move the arrow to “ENTER”, then press [OK].
  • Page 61: Entering Or Editing Program Title

    • For entering the characters as the title, refer to ‘How to enter the characters and symbols’ on page 60. (In this example, enter “JVC NEWS”.) B Press [FGD E] to move the arrow to “ENTER”, then press [OK]. Return to normal screen Press [NAVI].
  • Page 62: Editing Program Category

    Editing program category When you want to change the program category, follow the procedure below by using the Remote. Load a cassette Insert a tape on which there is a program you want to edit. Access Video Navigation screen Press [NAVI]. Select program Press [FG] to select the program you want to edit, then press [OK].
  • Page 63: Deleting Program Information

    STOP DELETE EDIT SELECT WITH ARROW KEYS THEN PRESS [OK] If memory is full, you have to delete unwanted SELECT information to store more information in the VCR’s memory. Navigation LIBRARY BLANK NAVI. SET UP 0107 ALL SPORTS TAPE BLANK 2:00 (LS3) 1 / 3 1.
  • Page 64: Other Useful Functions

    Useful Function Settings • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS [BACK] You can use the other useful function settings on the Function Set Up screens by following the procedure described below.
  • Page 65 Video settings “VIDEO FUNCTION” “V. 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 CALIBRATION” pictures. This takes place whenever you play back a tape or start recording after (S-VHS/VHS only) inserting a tape.
  • Page 66 “DV AUDIO REC” Up to four audio signal channels can be input from a DV camcorder through the DV IN connector (i.LINK). This VCR allows you to select and record two of these channels. “AUDIO1” This setting is used to specify which two channels to record.
  • Page 67 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 OUTPUT] connector.
  • Page 68 “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.
  • Page 69 COMPULINK] terminal even if “AV COMPU-LINK” is set to “ON”. It is recommended to set the remote control code to A when you use this function. ( • Connection varies depending on the type of JVC TV you have. Refer to the TV’s instruction manual when making this connection. JVC TV with AV COMPULINK...
  • Page 70 • You can play back S-VHS ET recordings on most of S-VHS VCRs and of VHS VCR equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) function. (Notice some VCRs are not compatible with this function.) •...
  • Page 71: Parental Lock

    Parental Lock • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS [DTV MENU] ‘Number‘ Keys [MENU] This function enables blocking of channels or content...
  • Page 72: Setting Us V-Chip Ratings

    Setting US V-Chip ratings First follow steps 1 and 2 on page 71, then go to the following steps. Access Set US TV Ratings screen Press [FG] to move DIGITAL SET UP the arrow to “SET US DIGITAL PROGRAM TV RATINGS”, then press [OK].
  • Page 73: Unrated Programs

    A Press [D E] to select “BLOCK”. B Press [MENU] to exit. V-Chip settings are protected by a four-digit code. The default lock code for the VCR is “0000”. You may set the code to any four-digit number you prefer. <18+>...
  • Page 74 Rating Systems US V-CHIP RATINGS (U.S. PARENTAL RATING SYSTEMS) TV Y Appropriate for All Children TV Y7 Directed to Older Children (7+) TV G General Audience TV PG Parental Guidance Suggested TV 14 Parents Strongly Cautioned TV MA Mature Audiences Only CONTENT RATINGS (which may accompany the TV PG, TV 14 &...
  • Page 75: Closed Caption

    Closed Caption • Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the AV mode on the TV. • Set the [VCR/TV/CABLE/DBS] selector on the Remote to [VCR]. CABLE /DBS [DTV MENU] [MENU] Displaying the Closed Caption When playing back a pre-recorded tape in ATSC format, you can press [SUBTITLE] (‘Number’...
  • Page 76: Digital Manual Setting

    Digital Manual Setting First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 75, then go to the following steps. Set manual mode Press [FG] to move the DIGITAL SET UP arrow to “CC DISPLAY”, DIGITAL PROGRAM then press [D E] to select “MANUAL”.
  • Page 77: Jlip Id Number Setting

    Return to normal screen Press [MENU]. NOTE: For further details on the JLIP system or devices, consult your nearest JVC dealer. U.S. customer can contact JVC directly toll free at 1-800-252- 5722. FUNCTION SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP...
  • Page 78: I.link Set Up

    “LINC” to “OFF” in step C. • Even if a LINC is established between this VCR and an i.LINK- compatible device, the digital tuner signal of this VCR will not be output to the device from the [i.LINK] connector.
  • Page 79 • The maximum data transfer speed supported by the i.LINK connector on this VCR is 400 Mbps (approximately 400 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.
  • Page 80: Editing

    DTLA is guaranteed. The operation of non-DTLA-supported devices is not guaranteed. page page 67). The status B You can use your VCR as the playback or recording VCR. E.g. When using this VCR as the recording VCR i.LINK IN/OUT DV IN S400 To [i.LINK]...
  • Page 81 NOTES: • 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. • When Auto is selected for the recording speed, “AUT” and the selected speed appear on the front display panel in turn.
  • Page 82: S-Video/Video Connections

    VCR’s [AUDIO/S VIDEO] 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 the left.
  • Page 83 Press [REC (R)]. On the Remote: Press [REC (R)] and [PLAY (I)] at the same time. To use a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder A Access the “ADDITIONAL” screen (A page 68), then set “AV COMPU-LINK” to “OFF” after per- forming step •...
  • Page 84: Multi-Brand Remote Control

    SEARS TOSHIBA ZENITH When programmed (set) with a manufacturer’s (brand’s) code, this Remote can perform some of the remote control functions of the listed TVs. You can control a JVC TV without setting a brand code. - A,C [TV/VCR] [TV/VCR...
  • Page 85: Cable Box Or Dbs Receiver Brand Setting

    16, 17, 25 VIDEOWAY 03, 09, 22 ZENITH 03, 09, 22 DBS BRAND NAME JVC (DISH Network) ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) SONY (DSS) RCA (DSS) When programmed (set) with a manufacturer’s (brand’s) code, this Remote can perform some of the remote control functions of the listed cable boxes or DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receivers.
  • Page 86: Changing Remote Control Code

    You can easily change your Remote and the VCR to send and respond to B, C or D code signals. When using four JVC VCRs, set the four VCRs and their Remotes to different codes, so that the Remotes can operate these VCRs separately.
  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    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. POWER SYMPTOM 1. The power will not come on.
  • Page 88 • There is no cassette loaded. • The loaded cassette has had its record safety tab removed. • The VCR has been set to “L-1”, “L- 2”, “F-1” or “I-1” etc. input location by mistake. • The components have been...
  • Page 89 • The input channel selected on the DBS Receiver Set screen is incorrect. • The VCR is not set correctly to control the DBS receiver. • The DBS receiver is turned off. • Even though you do not use an...
  • Page 90: Other Problems

    VIDEO NAVIGATION SYMPTOM 2. The VCR cannot search for the desired program. 3. “MEMORY FULL” appears on the screen when you try to start recording. 4. The information data for Video Navigation is not registered. OTHER PROBLEMS SYMPTOM 1. When scanning channels, some of them are skipped over.
  • Page 91 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 conditions—just 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.
  • Page 92: Error Codes And Messages

    Error Codes and Messages Some error codes and messages may appear on the TV screen when operating the VCR. Refer to the chart below for the solution. CODE MESSAGE “REC PROHIBITED” “REC PROHIBITED” “CAN NOT DECODE VIDEO OR AUDIO USE SET TOP BOX OR HDTV TUNER”...
  • Page 93 WITHOUT HDCP COPY PROTECTION” * For details of a digital tuner, refer to the instruction manual of the digital tuner. DESCRIPTION • A signal format that is not supported by this VCR was input. • Use a digital tuner*, etc.
  • Page 94: Questions And Answers

    ..........Q. What happens if the tape reaches its end during recording? A. The VCR stops, then [X] and [E] blink on the front display panel. TIMER RECORDING Q.
  • Page 95: Glossary

    As this VCR is not equipped with a DTS decoder, connect the [OPTICAL] terminal to an AV amplifier with built-in DTS and set “OPTICAL OUT” to “STREAM” (A page 66) to output digital surround sound.
  • Page 96: List Of Terms

    Setting 78 JLIP ID Number Setting 77 LIGHTING 70 Manual tracking 30 Multi-Brand Remote Controlling four JVC VCRs 86 Setting Cable Box brand 85 Setting DBS receiver brand 85 Setting TV brand 84 Next Function Memory 31 On-screen display 10, 38...
  • Page 97: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power requirement : AC 120 VH, 60 Hz Power consumption Power on : 60 W Power off : 14 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) : 435 mm x 96 mm x 383 mm (17-3/16"...
  • Page 98: Warranty (Only In U.s.a.)

    JVC authorized service centers. Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All products may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis. Color televisions with a screen size of 27" or greater qualify for in-home service.
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  • Page 100: For Serving (Only In U.s.a.)

    Please refer to qualified service personnel for repairs. ● 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 NON- CONFORMING OR NON-COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT.

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