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JVC HR-XV1EK User Manual

Jvc dvd player hi-fi video cassette recorder user's guide
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DVD PLAYER

Hi-Fi VIDEO
CASSETTE
RECORDER
USER'S GUIDE
For model:
HR-XV1EK
DIGITAL VIDEO
LPT0716-001A

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  • Page 1: Dvd Player

    DVD PLAYER Hi-Fi VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER USER’S GUIDE For model: HR-XV1EK DIGITAL VIDEO LPT0716-001A...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    If the fuse fails again consult your nearest JVC dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Features

    • Digital AUTO Tracking (ATR Function) • Repeat/Playback • On-Screen Display in 3 Language • AV-Front input jack • Audio Mixing DVD Player • Digital Audio Jack (Coaxial) • Multi-Language • Multi-Angle • Surround audio • Repeat Playback • Memory/Random Playback •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Before using your unit Safety Precautions ... 2 Features ... 4 Contents ... 5 Parts and functions ... 6 Display ... 7 Remote control ... 8 Connections and Installation ... 10 Playback connection ... 11 Setting up the VCR section Tuning the TV Stations and Setting the Time and Date Automatically ...

  • Page 6: Parts And Functions

    Parts and functions Front VCR/DVD mode selector button Cassette Loading Slot Standby/On button PR +/– buttons AUDIO (L/R)/ VCR indicator VIDEO IN jacks Rear AC power cord DVD OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack DVD COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack DVD AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks DVD S-VIDEO OUT jack OPEN/CLOSE button EJECT button...

  • Page 7: Display

    Display window Display VCR mode of TV/VCR switch Playback (lights) / Auto resume (flashes) Still picture DVD disc is inserted. CD is inserted. Clock display (colon[ : ] flashes) 10 : 00 01 : 00 Counter display by hour/minute at VCR/DVD / by minute/second at CD Track number display for CD TV channel position display CH 2...

  • Page 8: Remote Control

    NOTE: • It’s not possible to operate a unit not equipped with a remote sensor. • This Remote can control a JVC TV only. • When you operate the VCR or DVD, the TV/VCR/DVD switch must be slided to VCR/DVD again. Otherwise the DVD/ VCR may not operate properly.

  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Change the custom code for remote control If you operate this DVD/VCR with another JVC’s VCR simultaneously arranging them side by side, the both recorders will react to this remote control. In this case, you can change the remote control and DVD/VCR to other frequency (“...

  • Page 10: Connections And Installation

    Connections and Installation Connect your DVD/VCR to your home's aerial and to your TV-set as shown in the illustration. When you have finished these connections you connect your DVD/VCR to the 230-240 V / 50 Hz mains. Aerial-Input DVD/VCR AC power cord 230V/50 Hz Connect a TV with the Scart socket In addition to the coaxial cable connection, connect also with scart cable.

  • Page 11: Playback Connection

    The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the DVD/VCR is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner's Manual provided with each component for the location of SCART socket. Connection to a Satellite Receiver If a Satellite Receiver is used, we recommend the following configuration: Satellite Aerial...
  • Page 12 Playback connection Connect to a Stereo Amplifier with Audio Output If your DVD/VCR is connected to a stereo amplifier, the video soundtrack can output through the loudspeakers of the stereo system. DVD/VCR Connect to an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround If you are using an Amplifier with a built-in digital surround as follows, you can enjoy the various audio systems such as Dolby Digital and DTS by using the Coaxial Digital Output.

  • Page 13: Tuning The Tv Stations And Setting The Time And Date Automatically

    Tuning the TV Stations and Setting the Time and Plug your DVD/VCR into the mains sup- ply and it will start to automatically tune itself in and set the correct date and time. After setting itself up, you must set the TV to the video channel. Notes: •...

  • Page 14: On-Screen Language Selection

    On-screen Language Selection Turn on your TV and select the VCR channel which you have already tuned on your TV. The TV will switch to AV (VCR mode) automatically by the Scart lead connection. The on-screen menu can display any of three languages; English, German and French.

  • Page 15: Setting The Time And Date Manually

    You must set the date and time manually for timer recordings if Automatic tuning process did not set them correctly. Notes: • The AUTO TIME function adjusts the clock only if the error is within 5 minutes. • The VCR automatically adjusts the clock setting for Daylight Saving Time once you set AUTO TIME to ON.

  • Page 16: Tuning The Tv Stations Manually

    Tuning the TV Stations Manually This VCR has one built-in tuner to receive broadcasts. Before you record a TV broadcast, you must set and preset all channels. This VCR can preset up to 80 channels. CH 01 BBC 1 CH 02 BBC 2 CH 03 CH 04...

  • Page 17: Setting The Video Plus+ Channel Number (Guide Ch)

    Setting the VIDEO Plus + The TV stations must be stored according to the tuning guide given on page 13, otherwise the VIDEO Plus+ feature will not work. If for any reason you did not select channels BBC1, BBC2, ITV, CH4, CH5 and Satellite in channel positions 1 through to 6 respectively, you must set each VIDEO Plus+ channel number (GUIDE CH) manually.

  • Page 18: Loading And Unloading A Cassette Tape

    Loading and Unloading a Cassette Tape Use only video cassette tapes marked • Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with this model. • This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings with regular VHS resolution.

  • Page 19: Cassette Tape Playback

    NOTES: • This VCR selects the playback tape speed SP or LP automatically. • The Cassette tape and DVD disc can be played back simultaneously. If you press VCR or DVD, the tape playback and DVD playback alternate with each other on the screen.

  • Page 20: Special Playback/Playback Sharpness/Skip Search

    Special playback/Playback sharpness/Skip Search Special playback Picture Search Reverse picture search function Press x 1 or x 2 during the playback. Forward picture search function Press x 1 or x 2 during the playback. To return to playback: Press Still Picture Press 4 during playback.

  • Page 21: Repeat Playback

    If the Repeat function is switched on, the playback will continue until it reaches the tape-end and then rewind to the beginning of the tape. This process will repeat until the unit is turned off. Note: To cancel the auto repeat mode, follow the above steps 1 and 2, then select "OFF"...

  • Page 22: Counter Display

    Counter Display ZERO RETURN function This function makes tape-rewinding stop at the counter 00:00:00 position automatically. Note: • When you load a video cassette, the dis- play indication changes to "00:00". • The counter display does not function on non-recorded (blank) sections of the tape.

  • Page 23: Video Index Search System

    Whenever a recording is begun an invisible index mark is recorded on the tape. These index marks are all identical, and each mark means: "Here starts a new recording". Every DVD/VCR equipped with the Video Index Search System (VISS) can locate these marks at the beginning of any recording.

  • Page 24: Recording A Tv Programme

    Recording a TV Programme Notes: • Since the DVD/VCR has a built-in TV tuner the TV set may be turned off when recording. The TV set may only be used to check for accurate program adjust- ments or to monitor recordings. •...
  • Page 25 Recording with a SCART Lead: You can record a programme using the TV receiver of the DVD/VCR and at the same time watch another pro- gramme on the TV set using its re- ceiver. As the DVD/VCR automatically switches the TV set the following points should be observed: Auto Rewind Feature The DVD/VCR will automatically rewind...

  • Page 26: Instant Timer Recording (Itr)

    Instant Timer Recording (ITR) The instant timer recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. Note: • If you wish to watch the DVD playback during the ITR, press DVD to change to DVD mode and perform the DVD play- back (see page 38).

  • Page 27: Video Plus

    Look up the PlusCode Number in an appropriate TV programme magazine. Select the desired TV programme for recording and refer to the PlusCode Number next to it. Note: • The built-in timer stores 8 memories. If the "PROGRAM FULL" indication appears, you must delete one memory (see page 31).
  • Page 28 VIDEO Plus+ Recording Note: • As long as the timer is activated (clock symbol indicated on the display), you cannot use the VCR. If you want to use the VCR, first press • to deactivate the timer. • Not all TV Stations transmit PDC signal all of the time, therefore it is advisable to check before setting PDC to ON, if you do set PDC to ON and no signal is...

  • Page 29: Timer Recording Manually

    The built-in timer allows unattended recording of up to 8 programmes within 1 month. Note: • When the power supply is interrupted for more than 30 minutes, the preset programme is cleared. In this case, you have to set the timer again. •...
  • Page 30 Timer Recording Manually Note: • In case of a timer recording from the Scart socket, proceed as follows: When "CH" is blinking in picture/step 4, press repeatedly until "AV" appears. If the clock symbol blinks when the timer • recording is completed, the TV programme has not been completely recorded because of an insufficient tape supply.
  • Page 31 Timer Recording Manually Confirmation/Cancellation of the Timer Recording If the Timer has been activated, now press • to deacti- vate the timer. The clock symbol will disappear. Then press VCR to change to VCR mode. To confirm a Timer programme. Press PROG.

  • Page 32: Nicam Stereo Recording And Playback

    NICAM Stereo Recording and Playback This DVD/VCR is capable of recording sound in Hi-Fi system. The recording will be performed automatically. NICAM STEREO broadcasts are recorded in its original sound system regardless of the setting. If you wish to record NICAM programmes, select NICAM "AUTO"...
  • Page 33 Note: When playing HiFi cassette tapes recorded on another VCR, the sound output may be distorted. This is normal and no indication of a unit malfunction. Try to minimize sound distortions by using SET +/– or change to MONO by pressing of A.MONITOR. NICAM Stereo Recording and Playback Playback Use A.MONITOR to select under stereo/mono or bilingual...

  • Page 34: Audio Mixing

    Audio Mixing You can listen to both sound tracks (Hi- Fi and MONO), by setting AUDIO MIX- ING mode. Note: To deactivate the AUDIO MIX function follow the above procedure from step 1 to 3, select [OFF], and confirm the setting by pressing SET UP MENU.

  • Page 35: Duplicating A Video Tape

    When you try to connect with a cable, make sure the power of both units have been turned off. Connect the recording unit with the TV. Therefore you can just watch what the recording unit is recording. Load a blank cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact into the recording DVD/VCR.

  • Page 36: Disc

    Disc This unit applies to DVD discs from Region 2 only. The loaded Disc (DVD, Video-CD, Audio-CD and MP3-CD) will be recognized automatically. The suitable Disc-formats are: DVD, CD-R and CD-RW. Some CD-R/RW discs may be incompatible. This DVD/VCR uses the PAL color system. The NTSC-DVDs can be playback on PAL 60Hz. Do not play DVD-ROM, DVD-Audio, CDV, CD-G or Photo CD to prevent accidental erasure of prerecorded material.

  • Page 37: Setting Setup Language

    The setup language can be selected. If the DVD/VCR does not operate properly: Static electricity, etc., may affect the player's operation. Disconnect the AC power cord once, then connect it again. Setting setup language Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. •...

  • Page 38: Playback Procedure

    Playback procedure NOTES: • If a non-compatible disc is loaded, "Please Check Disc", "Disc playback unauthorized Consult owners manual for further information" or "Parental Lock" will appear on the TV screen according to the type of loaded disc. In this case, check your disc again (See pages 36 and 46, 47). •...

  • Page 39: Special Playback

    Note: There may be a slight delay be- tween pressing the button and the function activation. NOTES: • The unit is capable of holding a still video image or On screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or On screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time, you risk permanent damage to your...

  • Page 40: Dvd Picture Signal Selection/Zooming

    DVD Picture Signal Selection/Zooming You can select the output signal of DVD playback picture to the TV screen as an VIDEO signal or a RGB signal. Note: • Picture Signal Selection is only available for connecting with a 21 pin Scart Cable.

  • Page 41: Repeat Playback

    NOTES: • Some discs may not work with the repeat operation. • In A-B repeat mode, subtitles near point A or B may not appear. • During the A-B Repeat Playback the ANGLE feature will not operate. • You may not be able to set A-B Re- peat, depending on the scenes of the DVD.

  • Page 42: Memory Playback/Random Playback

    Memory playback/Random playback NOTES: • The memory playback is cancelled when press 3 during memory playback. • Random playback can not be combined with Repeat playback. • You can program up to 30 selections into the memory. • Depending on the DVD, Chapter Random operation may not work during playback.

  • Page 43: Mp3 Playback

    This player can play back the MP3-data which has been recorded on CD-R or CD- RW. To produce the MP3-data, you need a Windows-PC with CD-ROM drive and a MP3- encoding Software (not supplied). The Apple-HFS-System can not be played. MP3 CD Information Limitations on MP3 CD playback •...

  • Page 44: Changing Soundtrack Language / Changing Subtitles Language

    Changing soundtrack language / Changing Subtitles language NOTES: • If the desired language is not heard after pressing A.MONITOR several times, the language is not recorded on the disc. • Changing soundtrack or subtitle language is cancelled when you open the disc tray or turn the power off.

  • Page 45: Changing Angles / Title Selection / Dvd Menu

    Changing angles / Title selection / DVD menu NOTE: Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the disc, or you may be unable to select the title, and a “title menu” may simply be called a “menu”...

  • Page 46: Parental Control

    Parental control Some discs are specified not suitable for children. Such discs can be prevented from play back with the unit. NOTES: • If each setup (page 46~55) has been completed, the unit can always be worked under the same conditions (especially with DVD discs).
  • Page 47 Country/Area Code AUSTRALIA BELGIUM CANADA CHINA CHINA HONG KONG DENMARK FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY INDONESIA ITALY JAPAN MALAYSIA Press to select the paren- tal lock level, then press OK (En- ter). You cannot play DVD discs rated higher than the level you selected unless you cancel the parental lock function.

  • Page 48: Setting Menu Language

    Setting menu language You can select the language of the disc menu messages of DVDs. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light) Press SET UP MENU in the stop mode.

  • Page 49: Setting Audio Soundtrack Language

    The same audio soundtrack language can always be selected by your unit even if you replace the disc or turn the power off. NOTES: • If the selected language is not re- corded on the disc, the original lan- guage will be heard. •...

  • Page 50: Setting Subtitle Language

    Setting subtitle language The same subtitle language can always be selected even if you replace the disc or turn the power off. NOTES: • If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the first-priority language is selected. • Some DVD discs may be set to display subtitles in a different language than you selected.

  • Page 51: Setting The Aspect Ratio Of Tv Screen / Setting On Screen Display

    Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen / Setting on Screen display You can select the aspect ratio for your TV. NOTES: • The displayable picture size is preset on the DVD video disc. Therefore, the playback picture of some DVD video discs may not conform to the picture size you select.

  • Page 52: Setting Audio

    • When playing KARAOKE, connect the appropriate audio equipment such as an amplifier to the DVD player. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode.

  • Page 53: Setting Operation

    Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light) Pause/Still Select the resolution of still pictures. Press SET UP MENU in the stop mode.

  • Page 54: Selecting The Sound Enhancement (E.a.m.)/Setting Background/Setting Screen Saver

    Selecting the sound enhancement (E.A.M.)/Setting Background/ Setting Screen Saver Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light) Selecting the sound enhancement (E.A.M.*) You can easily switch a preferred audio enhancement.

  • Page 55: Setting Initial Setup/Output Sound Conversion Table

    Setting initial setup/output sound conversion table You can install the initial system setting. Output sound conversion table You can select the output sound format corresponding to your system connection (see page 52). Discs Recording system Dolby Digital 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/20 bit DVD video 48 kHz/24 bit...

  • Page 56: Status Display Of Disc

    Status display of Disc You can view information on the operation status and access and settings. With each press of OSD, the status of the disc will appear on the screen and change as follows. Symbol mark of the feature you selected is displayed.

  • Page 57: Table Of Languages

    Enter the appropriate code for the initial settings"Menu", "Audio" and/or "Subtitle" (see pages 48~50). Abbreviation Language – – – No alternate language CHI (ZH) Chinese DUT (NL) Dutch ENG (EN) English FRE (FR) French GER (DE) German ITA (IT) ltalian JPN (JA) Japanese KOR (KO)

  • Page 58: Problems And Troubleshooting

    No picture. No sound. The remote control does not function. The DVD-keys on the RCU of the other JVC RECEIVER/TV is not effective. TV recording does not work. Timer recording does not work. Noise bars on screen. Display is not shown in your language.

  • Page 59: Video Head Cleaning

    Problems and troubleshooting / Video head cleaning SYMPTOMS No 4:3 (16:9) picture No on-screen display No surround sound The unit or remote operation key is not functioning. Playback does not start when the title is selected. Audio soundtrack and/or subtitle language is not changed when you play back a DVD.

  • Page 60: Specifications

    Specifications GENERAL Power supply: AC 230-240V 50Hz Power consumption: Operation: 22W Stand by: 5W Weight: 4.5 kg Dimensions: Width : 430 mm Height : 99 mm Depth : 310.5 mm Input Level: SCART-socket: Audio IN jack: Output Level: SCART-socket: Audio OUT jack: 500 mV, 1 k Ω Hi-Fi Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz Hi-Fi Dynamic Range:...

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