Page 1: Table Of Contents
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER HR-S9400EE C.MEMORY DISPLAY ADD TIME DAILY WEEKLY C.RESET CANCEL TIMER START STOP DATE PROG EXPRESS PROGRAMMING AUDIO MONITOR TV/VCR (MONITOR) PULL-OPEN STANDBY/ON TIMER PUSH JOG MULTI BRAND REMOTE CONTROL UNIT INSTRUCTIONS TV PROG/ REVIEW SP/LP SP LP –20dB...
Page 2: Safety First
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. CAUTION 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.
Page 3 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.
Page 4: Installing Your New Recorder
Basic Connections Aerial connector 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected. Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED. CHECK CONTENTS Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in “Specifications”...
Page 5 If TV has no 21-pin SCART connector: Connect an optional AV cable between the TV's AV-IN terminals and the AV1 IN/OUT connector on the rear panel of the recorder via the optional output cable adapter as illustrated. To AV-IN terminals AV1 IN/OUT AUDIO AV1 IN/OUT...
Page 6: S-Video Connection
S-VIDEO Connection Mains Power Cord Mains outlet For TV sets with an S-VIDEO input terminal: CONNECT RECORDER TO a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF Connection" ( pg. 4). b– Connect the recorder's S OUT terminal to the TV's S- VIDEO IN terminal.
Page 7 Aerial RF Cable (provided) Back of Recorder S-Video cable (provided) Back of TV...
Page 8: Initial Settings
Auto Set Up Auto Channel Set • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ATTENTION Once you have performed Auto Set Up, even if the recorder's memory backup has expired, all the stored stations remain in the recorder's memory and the recorder will not perform Auto Set Up again.
Page 9: Language Set
Language Set Be sure to set your Video Channel before performing Language setting ( pg. 10). Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU PUSH JOG This recorder offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in English or Russian.
Page 10: Video Channel Set
TV screen. Be sure to select a vacant channel which has no broadcast on neighbouring channels. If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars clearly with any channel between 22 and 69, consult your JVC dealer.
Page 11 SELECT TV SYSTEM Press TV PROG + or – to set appropriate TV system that matches the system of TV being used (refer to the table below). 1 : B/G 2 : D/K Major Countries Austria, Denmark, Finland, Holland, Italy, Norway, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Germany, Egypt China, Mongolia, Rumania, Bulgaria, Czech Rep., Slovakia, Hungary, Poland,...
Page 12: Clock Set
Clock Set Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU PUSH JOG NOTES: If the day and month data are invalid (such as 31st April), the month digits are cleared automatically and the day digits begin blinking.
Page 13: On-Screen Displays
On-Screen Displays Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU PUSH JOG The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing. PR. 12 ABCD 21 : 00 MESECAM P. B. OFF 24.
Page 14: Playback
Basic Playback Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Set the OUTPUT SYSTEM CONVERTER switch to the appropriate position. pg. 26) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
Page 15: Playback Features
Playback Features • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • PUSH JOG High-Speed Search ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED SEARCH During playback or still picture, press FF for forward high-speed search, or REW for reverse high-speed search.
Page 16: Manual Tracking
STOP • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • REVIEW PUSH JOG Manual Tracking Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the tracking manually by pressing the TV PROG buttons.
Page 17: Index Search
Index Search Your recorder automatically marks index codes at the beginning of each recording. This function gives you quick access to any one of 9 index codes in either direction. NOTE: Before starting, make sure the recorder is in the Stop mode. ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH Press PUSH JOG (™...
Page 18: Soundtrack Selection
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • A/B CODE C.RESET AUDIO MONITOR SCENE FINDER Soundtrack Selection Your video recorder is capable of recording three soundtracks (HI-FI L, HI-FI R and NORM) and will play back the one you select. During Playback Pressing AUDIO MONITOR ( TRACK...
Page 19 C.MEMORY so that the “M” mark appears before pressing REW. Remote A/B Code Switching The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote Search control’s A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals.
Page 20: Timescan
TimeScan TIME SCAN INDICATOR • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • MENU PUSH JOG Your recorder is equipped with the TimeScan function. TimeScan allows noise free pictures to be displayed on your TV screen in the forward and reverse search modes.
Page 21: Timescan Audio
PAUSE, the TIME SCAN indicator does not light even though you can hear TimeScan audio ( pg. 15) . The VCR's TimeScan indicator lights during TimeScan. The speed is shown during TimeScan in the upper right corner of the TV screen for approx. 5 seconds. (The display may be distorted.) To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
Page 22: Recording
Basic Recording Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Set the REC SYSTEM switch to the appropriate position. pg. 27) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
Page 23: Recording Features
Recording Features • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • RECORD C.RESET Tape Remaining Time DISPLAY REMAINING TIME Press DISPLAY until the time remaining on the tape appears.
Page 24 MENU PUSH JOG S-VHS (Super VHS) and VHS Your recorder can record in either S-VHS or VHS. To record in S-VHS; perform the steps 1 – 4 below to set the "S-VHS" to "AUTO". then, insert a cassette marked "S-VHS", the "S" (S-VHS) indicator will light on the display panel.
Page 25 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Retake You can cut out unnecessary parts of a TV programme while you're recording it. End of programme Programme ENGAGE RECORD-PAUSE MODE...
Page 26: Information On Signal Conversion System
INFORMATION ON SIGNAL CONVERSION SYSTEM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • REC SYSTEM switch OUTPUT SYSTEM CONVERTER switch Playback: Output Signal Conversion OUTPUT SYSTEM Recorded Tape CONVERTER switch...
Page 27 Recording: Input Signal Conversion Set the REC SYSTEM switch to the appropriate colour signal system depending on the type of the tape you wish to make. MESECAM recording is not possible with this recorder. Input Signal REC SYSTEM Switch AUTO SECAM SECAM (VHS) AUTO...
Page 28: Timer Recording
Setup • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • MENU ATTENTION For a list of Guide Prog. Numbers for Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Russia, refer to page 58 of the instruction manual printed in the corresponding language.
Page 29: Showv
NUMBER CANCEL MENU PUSH JOG If you already know the Guide Program number for a station . . . 1– After step 4, press PUSH JOG . The GUIDE PROG number begins blinking. 2– Enter the Guide Program number using the NUMBER keys or PUSH JOG % ﬁ, then press PUSH JOG The TV PROG number begins blinking.
Page 30 Timer Recording Before performing S timer recording: Be sure to read "S Setup" ( Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically. Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Set the REC SYSTEM switch to the appropriate position.
Page 31 Make sure the channel position number you wish to record is displayed; if not, see "S page 28 and set the Guide Program number for that number correctly. If the number you entered is invalid, "ERROR" appears on the screen and "Err" appears on the display panel.
Page 32: Regular Timer Programming
Regular Timer Programming Remember, the clock must be set before you can programme the timer ( pg. 12). Before performing the following steps: Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically. Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Set the REC SYSTEM switch to the appropriate position.
Page 33 :VPS Satellite Tuner Users To timer-record a satellite broadcast using Regular Timer Programming: Before you start step 1, be sure to set the recorder's input mode to "AUX2" ( pg. 39). Do NOT change the input mode until the selected programme has been timer- recorded.
Page 34: Auto Timer
CANCEL START+/– MENU PUSH JOG Check And Cancel Programmes ACCESS PROGRAMME DISPLAY AND/OR SCREEN Press PROG CHECK. The display panel shows the programme start time. Pressing OK changes the display to the programme stop time, then the date and channel position. If the recorder is turned on and the TV is set to its VIDEO channel or AV mode, you can check program information on screen.
Page 35: Timer Warning
DISPLAY CANCEL START+ VPS Recording Now available from some TV stations, VPS (Video Programme System) is a service designed to assure safe, accurate timer recording. With this system, special code signals are transmitted together with the audio/video signals. These code signals control your video recorder and have precedence over advertised times you preset in the timer.
Page 36: Special Features
TV PROG TV/SAT/VCR IMPORTANT Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC televisions, as well as many other models, it may not work with your TV, or in some instances, may have limited function capability. TV BRAND NAME...
Page 37: Satellite Tuner Multi-Brand Remote Control
TV/SAT/VCR IMPORTANT Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC satellite tuners, as well as many other models, it may not work with your satellite tuner, or in some instances, may have limited function capability. SATELLITE TUNER BRAND...
Page 38: Editing
Preparation For Editing Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • MENU PUSH JOG Editing Mode Setting You can minimize picture degradation while editing.
Page 39 To Select The External Input Mode To record external audio and video signals; Press the remote control's NUMBER key "0". Press AV/S SELECT on the front of the recorder to select the appropriate external input mode. Pressing AV/S SELECT rotates the input mode as follows: When using rear panel input connectors: Connector AV1 IN/OUT...
Page 40: Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder
Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder Set the OUTPUT SYSTEM CONVERTER switch or REC SYSTEM switch to the appropriate position. ( NUMBER "0" You can use your video recorder as the source player or the recording deck. pg. 26, 27) TV PROG NOTES: All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 41 TV Receiver Player 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) VIDEO CHAN- RF Cable NEL or (provided) AV mode Recorder If another recorder has no 21-pin SCART connector When connecting the AV cable, use the input and/or output cable adapter as illustrated below. TV Receiver Player Audio Cable (provided)
Page 42: Edit From A Camcorder
When using a monaural camcorder, connect its AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO IN L input connector on your recorder. When a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder is used, the camcorder is capable of controlling the recorder. Refer to the camcorder’s instruction manual for operating procedure.
Page 43: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • CD Player etc. CD Player etc. Mixer output Audio mixer Original sound AUDIO OUT • • •...
Page 44: Insert Editing
Insert Editing Set the REC SYSTEM switch to the appropriate position. pg. 27) Recorder TIME SCAN SHUTTLE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Audio/Video signal Another recorder Player C.RESET...
Page 45 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • C.RESET ENGAGE INSERT EDITING Press INSERT. Your recorder enters the Insert-Pause mode. (" and " " light up on the front display panel.) The TV screen changes from the still picture to the input source you are going to record.
Page 46: Random Assemble Editing
This function makes it easier to create edited videos when your video recorder is used as the source player in combination with another JVC video recorder equipped with a Remote PAUSE Connector. You can pre-program up to 8 scenes or “cuts” for automatic editing in the sequence you have specified.
Page 47 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • PUSH JOG To Make Corrections ..during step 8 or 9, you can cancel registered in and out points by pressing CANCEL on the remote control.
Page 48 By connecting this controller to your recorder's R.A. EDIT connector, you can perform Random Assemble Editing in combination with a second non-JVC video recorder. The controller is compatible with various major recorder brands. For compatible systems and availability, please consult your JVC dealer.
Page 49: Information On J Terminal
Allows you to capture still images from the recorder into a personal computer with the optional JLIP VIDEO CAPTURE BOX. For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer. JLIP ID Number Your recorder has its own JLIP ID number. This ID number must be unique when your recorder is connected to another device via its J terminal.
Page 50: System Connections
Connection To A Stereo System Mains outlet AUDIO IN MAKE CONNECTIONS a– Connect the AUDIO IN L and R on your video recorder to the audio output connectors on your amplifier. b– Connect the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on your video recorder to the AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR terminals on your stereo system’s receiver or amplifier.
Page 51: Tuner Set
TUNER SET Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU PUSH JOG IMPORTANT Perform the following steps only if auto channel set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up function ( you have moved to a different area or if a new station starts broadcasting in your area.
Page 52: Storing Channels Manually
NUMBER MENU PUSH JOG If the picture for the entered channel number does not appear . . . 1– Press PUSH JOG twice. The channel number begins blinking. 2– Hold down PUSH JOG % until the picture appears. If not picture appears even if you hold down the button for more than 10 seconds, try the PUSH JOG ﬁ...
Page 53: Delete A Channel
Delete A Channel Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 52 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. SELECT ITEM Press PUSH JOG% ﬁ until the item you want to delete begins blinking. DELETE CHANNEL Press CANCEL. The item directly beneath the cancelled one moves up one line.
Page 54 Set Stations (A) Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 52 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. SELECT ITEM Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ until the item you want begins blinking. Then press OK twice and the station’s name or "- -"...
Page 55: Tv Station And Id List
TV Station And ID List STATION NAME 1000 TV1000 3SAT 3SAT ADLT ADULT ANT3 ANTENA3 ARTE ARTE BBC GROUP BBC1 BBC1 BBC2 BBC2 BAYERN3 CANAL PLUS PORTUGUSES CAN5 CANALE5 CHANNEL4 CHANNEL5 CHLD CHILD CINE CINEMA CLUB TELECLUB CSUR ANDALUCIA DISC DISCOVERY DR TV ETB1...
Page 56: Troubleshooting
Press TV PROG + or – a few times to remove the noise bars from the screen. Engage and adjust tracking manually. pg. 16) Consult your JVC dealer. Set it to the correct position for the TV broadcast system used in your area. (...
Page 57 RECORDING SYMPTOM 1. Recording cannot be started. 2. TV broadcasts cannot be recorded. 3. Tape-to-tape editing is not possible. 4. Camcorder recording is not possible. TIMER RECORDING SYMPTOM 1. Timer recording won’t work. 2. On-screen timer programming is not possible. 3.
Page 58: Other Problems
OTHER PROBLEMS SYMPTOM 1. Whistling or howling is heard from the TV during camcorder record- ing. 2. When scanning channels, some of them are skipped over. 3. The channel cannot be changed. 4. Channel settings that were made manually seem to have changed or disappeared.
Page 59: Questions And Answers
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 video recorder indefinitely remain in the still mode? A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads.
Page 60: Index
FRONT VIEW PULL-OPEN STANDBY/ON TIMER TIMER Hi-Fi REC HEAD PHONE VOLUME LEVEL • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • VIDEO (MONO) & 1 STANDBY/ON Button 2TIMER Button pg. 31, 33 3 R.A. EDIT IN/OUT Button 4 SPATIALIZER Button pg.
Page 61: Rear View
REAR VIEW 1 Mains Power Cord pg. 4 2 S-Video IN Connector pg. 40 3 S-Video OUT Connector 4 AV1 IN/OUT Connector 5 AV1 OUT Switch pg. 5 6 ANT. IN Connector pg. 4 DISPLAY PANEL –20dB NORM 1 Audio Level Indicator pg.
Page 62 The remote control can operate most of your video recorder's functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets and satellite tuners of JVC and other brands. Point the remote control toward the sensor window. The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 8 m.
Page 63: Specifications
E22 – E69) Memory backup time : Approx. 18 hours. Backup time becomes shorter as the unit's internal parts become old. When this occurs, please consult your nearby JVC dealer. ACCESSORIES Provided accessories : RF cable, Infrared remote control unit, "R6/UM-3"...

JVC HR-S9400EE Instructions Manual

Safety First

Installing Your New Recorder

Initial Settings

Playback

Recording

Information on Signal Conversion System

Conversion System 26

Timer Recording

Special Features

Editing

Information on J Terminal

System Connections

Tuner Set

Troubleshooting

Questions and Answers

Index

Specifications

Quick Links

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