Page 1: Table Of Contents
VIDEO CASSETE RECORDER HR-S9600EU CABLE /SAT LCD PROG AUDIO – –:– – TV/VCR ENTER/ENTREE 30 SEC VPS/PDC DAILY/QTDN. WEEKLY/HEBDO 0000 PROG MENU START STOP DATE DEBUT PROG EXPRESS PUSH-OPEN STANDBY/ON REC LINK INSTRUCTIONS FIRST AUTO SET-UP ON BACK DIGITAL REC LINK...
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 For Italy: "It is declared that this product, brand JVC, conforms to the Ministry Decree n. 548 of 28 Aug.'95 published in the Official Gazette of the Italian Republic n. 301 of 28 Dec.'95" The STANDBY/ON button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off.
Page 4: Installing Your New Recorder
Basic Connections Aerial terminal Back of TV 21-pin SCART connector RF Cable (provided) 21-pin SCART Cable Mains Power Cord AV1 OUT switch Mains outlet Make AV connection if your TV has a 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) in order to reduce the possibility of interference.
Page 5: S-Video Connection
S-VIDEO Connection Back of TV Aerial terminal S-VIDEO IN connector AUDIO IN connectors Mains outlet Mains Power Cord Back of Recorder To Connect to A TV With S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN Connectors . . . CONNECT RECORDER TO a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF CONNECTION"...
Page 6: Initial Settings
Auto Set Up Auto Channel Set/Auto Clock Set/Auto Guide Program Number Set – –:– – International Telephone Country Code BELGIUM : 32 NORGE ESKÁ REPUBLIKA : 42 ÖSTERREICH DANMARK : 45 POLSKA DEUTSCHLAND : 49 PORTUGAL ESPAÑA : 34 SUISSE GREECE : 30 SUOMI ITALIA...
Page 7: Select Language
SELECT LANGUAGE Press OK. The Language Set display appears on the front display panel and/or on the screen. If you are referring to the front display panel Press % ﬁ to select your language code. Language Code ENGLISH : 01 NEDERLANDS : 06 DEUTSCH : 02...
Page 8: Preset Download
Preset Download You can use this function only with the TV offering T-V Link, etc.* * Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic, SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NEXTVIEWLINK via fully- wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may differ by system.
Page 9 Results of Auto Set Up/Preset Download appear on the front display panel When both auto channel set and auto clock set have been completed success- fully the correct current time will be displayed after the OK button is pressed in step 4 on page 7 or in step 1 on page 8.
Page 10: Language
Language Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – MENU This recorder offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in 10 different languages. Though Auto Set Up selects the language automatically ( setting manually using this procedure as required.
Page 11: On-Screen Displays
On-Screen Displays Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – MENU The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing. PR. 12 ABCD 21 : 00 24. 12. 99 – WARNING– TIMER RECORDING TO START SOON HI FI...
Page 12: Power Save Mode
Power Save Mode Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – MENU You can reduce the power consumption while the recorder is turned off. NOTES: During Power Save, the display panel will be turned off. The Just Clock function ( Power Save mode is engaged.
Page 13: T-V Link Functions
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV. VCR Auto Standby You can use your TV's remote control to turn off the recorder. For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
Page 14: Information On Colour System
Colour System Set – –:– – MENU NOTES: About NTSC Playback Some TVs shrink the picture vertically and place black bars at the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction on the part of either the video recorder or the TV. The picture may roll up and down.
Page 15: Playback
PLAYBACK Basic Playback Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Tape Position Indicator The tape position indicator appears on screen when, from the Stop mode, you press FF, REW or perform an Index Search. The position of “5”...
Page 16: Playback Features
Playback Features Still NOTES: Refer to the SHUTTLE ring illustration above as you read the following procedures. Reverse playback is possible only with a tape recorded in SP mode. Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK Press PAUSE. During still picture, the sound from the previous 3 seconds (approx.) will be played back repeatedly (provided there was at least 6 seconds of normal playback prior to engaging the still picture mode).
Page 17: Index Search
Variable-Speed Search ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED SEARCH During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward variable-speed search, or to the left for reverse variable-speed search (refer to the illustration on page 16). To resume normal playback, press PLAY. NOTE: Variable-speed search with TimeScan ( by pressing the remote control's...
Page 18 PUSH-OPEN STANDBY/ON REC LINK DIGITAL TBC / NR REVIEW DIGITAL TBC/NR indicator indicator – –:– – AUDIO MENU STOP Digital TBC/NR Your video recorder is equipped with the Digital TBC (Time Base Corrector) that removes jitter from fluctuating video signals to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes and rental cassettes.
Page 19: Repeat Playback
Repeat Playback Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape 50 times repeatedly. START PLAYBACK Press PLAY. ACTIVATE REPEAT PLAYBACK Press PLAY and hold for over 5 seconds, then release. The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks slowly.
Page 20: Timescan
TimeScan – –:– – MENU PLAY The PLAY, PAUSE, and TV PROG buttons on the recorder have the same function as those on the remote control. 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
TimeScan Names of special-effects playback Search -7x -5x -3x Speed SP Speed LP Audio output Audio is output. ** Still mode cannot be engaged using the remote control's pressing the PAUSE button. ** Smooth slow motion delivering an uninterrupted moving image without distortion. If the picture jitters vertically, noise appears or the upper or lower part of the picture is distorded at -1/2x, -1/3x, 1/3x, 1/2x or 1.5x normal speed, use TV PROG + or –...
Page 22: Recording
Basic Recording Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). NUMBER RECORD Recording Resume Function If there is a power outage during recording (or Instant Timer Recording or timer recording), the recording will resume automatically when power is restored to the recorder unless the recorder's memory backup has expired.
Page 23: Recording Features
Record One Programme While Watching Another If your recorder is connected to the TV via AV connection, ..press TV/VCR. The recorder's VCR indicator and the TV broadcast being recorded disappear. SELECT CHANNEL TO WATCH...
Page 24 – –:– – AUDIO MENU Retake You can cut out unnecessary parts of a TV programme while you're recording it. End of programme Beginning of programme Unnecessary Unnecessary Programme part part Recorded part Go back to end of programme to cut out unnecessary part ENGAGE RECORD-PAUSE MODE...
Page 25: Bilingual Programmes
AUDIO MONITOR Hi-Fi Audio Recording Level Control Your recorder allows manual adjustment of the Hi-Fi audio recording level. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS HI-FI REC LEVEL CONTROL SCREEN Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “REC LEVEL CTL”, then press OK or ADJUST AUDIO RECORDING LEVEL...
Page 26: Picture System
B.E.S.T. Picture System Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – MENU PLAY RECORD , PLAY, RECORD, and PAUSE buttons on the recorder have the same function as those on the remote control. The B.E.S.T.
Page 27: Start Recording
Recording START RECORDING Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote, or press RECORD on the recorder. DURING B.E.S.T. B.E.S.T. COMPLETE The recorder spends approximately 7 seconds assessing the condition of the tape, then begins recording. NOTES: The B.E.S.T. system works for both SP and LP modes only after a tape has been inserted and the Record mode is first initiated.
Page 28: Timer Recording
Timer Programming Before performing S Timer Programming: Make sure that the recorder's built-in clock is set properly. 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). LCD panel –...
Page 29: Timer Warning
PUSH-OPEN STANDBY/ON REC LINK DIGITAL TBC / NR ‰TIMER indicator – –:– – VPS/PDC PROG STOP+/– Satellite Tuner Users To timer-record a satellite broadcast using S 1 Set "AV2 SELECT" to "AV2" ( pg. 44). 2 Perform steps 1 – 7. 3 Set the satellite tuner to the appropriate channel before the selected programme begins.
Page 30: Express Timer Programming
Express Timer Programming Before performing Express Timer Programming: Make sure that the recorder's built-in clock is set properly. 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). –...
Page 31 ENTER CHANNEL POSITION Press TV PROG +/–. SET TAPE SPEED Press SP/LP ( ) to set the tape speed. SET VPS/PDC MODE Press VPS/PDC to select "ON" or "OFF". If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/ PDC" is lit on the display panel, VPS/PDC is set to ON. If "VPS/PDC OFF"...
Page 32 – –:– – VPS/PDC PROG START+/– NOTE: You can also check the programmes on the display panel even if the recorder's power is off (unless the recorder is in the Power Save mode pg. 12) or the recorder is in the Timer mode; however, it is not possible to cancel or replace the programmes.
Page 33: Auto Sp Lp Timer
– –:– – MENU Auto SP LP Timer If, when timer-recording in SP mode, there is not enough tape to record the entire programme, the recorder automatically switches to LP mode to allow complete recording. For Example . . . Recording a programme of 210 minutes in length onto a 180- minute tape Approximately 150 minutes...
Page 34: Auto Timer
– –:– – MENU Auto Timer When the Auto Timer is set to ON the timer is automatically engaged when the recorder power is turned off and automati- cally disengaged when the recorder is powered back on. NOTE: For safety, when Auto timer is set to "OFF", all other recorder functions are disabled while the Timer mode is engaged.
Page 35: Automatic Satellite Programme Recording
Automatic Satellite Programme Recording PUSH-OPEN STANDBY/ON REC LINK DIGITAL TBC / NR REC LINK indicator ATTENTION Be sure not to turn on the satellite tuner before the programme is executed; otherwise, the recorder will start recording when the satellite tuner's power is turned on. If you have connected another appliance other than a satellite tuner to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, be sure not to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode;...
Page 36: Special Features
– –:– – NUMBER "1" Remote A/B Code Switching The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote control’s A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals.
Page 37 NUMBER keys. 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 38 Turn off the satellite tuner using its remote control. 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.
Page 39: Editing
EDITING Preparation For Editing Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – MENU Advantages Of S-VHS Video Recorders You can edit from VHS to S-VHS, S-VHS to VHS, or, from S-VHS to S-VHS. From VHS to S-VHS: Record VHS playback signals in the S-VHS mode.
Page 40: Edit From A Camcorder
When using a monaural camcorder, connect its AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO 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 41: Synchro Editing
Synchro Editing NUMBER "0" Recorder Player Camcorder To LANC connector The Synchro Editing function synchronizes the start of the playback and recording operations when starting an edit operation using a camcorder with LANC connector and your video recorder. MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect your recorder to camcorder ( connect your recorder's SYNCHRO EDIT connector to the camcorder's LANC connector.
Page 42: Edit To Or From Another Video
Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder – –:– – NUMBER "0" MENU You can use your video recorder as the source player or as the recording deck. TV PROG EDITING (cont.) MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect the player’s 21-pin SCART connector to the recorder’s 21-pin SCART connector as illustrated on page 43.
Page 43 TV Receiver Player 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) VIDEO CHAN- RF Cable NEL or (provided) AV mode Another recorder Recorder Recorder TV Receiver S-Video Cable (provided) 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) Another recorder Player NOTES: All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer. For Y/C signal input/output, be sure to use a 21-pin SCART cable that is compatible with the Y/C signal.
Page 44: Av2 Select Setting
AV1 SELECT Setting Set "AV1 SELECT" to the appropriate mode depending on the type of unit connected to the rear panel AV1 IN/OUT connector of this recorder. Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen. Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET", then press OK or Press %ﬁ...
Page 45: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing CD Player etc. CD Player etc. Audio mixer Mixer output Original sound AUDIO OUT NOTES: When monitoring the sound during Audio Dubbing, the normal soundtrack is automatically selected. If you wish to hear the mixed sound (Hi-Fi + Normal soundtracks), press AUDIO MONITOR (or AUDIO on the remote control) to select "...
Page 46: Insert Editing
Insert Editing Recorder C.RESET/CANCEL Audio/Video signal S-video signal Another recorder Player 0000 Insert editing replaces part of the recorded scene with new material. Both the picture and Hi-Fi audio soundtrack are replaced with new ones, while the normal audio soundtrack remains unchanged.
Page 47 – –:– – 0000 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. START EDITING Load the source cassette and play back the segment that is to be inserted.
Page 48: 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 49 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 50: Information On J Terminal
Allows you to capture still images from the recorder into a personal computer. J terminal 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 51: System Connections
Timer mode, in Stop mode, recording or turned off. When the recorder is in Stop mode or recording, press TV/VCR on the remote control to turn off the VCR indicator on the display panel. In this case, be sure to set the AV1 OUT switch on the rear panel to COMP.
Page 52 Perfect Connections This is an example of recommended connection if you have both satellite tuner and decoder. Connect the decoder to the satellite tuner's connector, AV1 IN/ OUT connector to TV's connector, and AV2 IN/DECODER connector to the satellite tuner's connector. Then connect the satellite tuner and TV.
Page 53 Basic Connections This is an example of basic connection if you have both satellite tuner and decoder. Connect the decoder to your recorder's AV2 IN/DECODER connector and AV1 IN/OUT connector to the satellite tuner's connector. Then connect the satellite tuner and TV. If you have a decoder for satellite broadcast, connect it to the satellite tuner's connector.
Page 54: Connecting/Using A Decoder
Connecting/ Using A Decoder TV Receiver RF Cable (provided) AV1 IN/OUT AV2 IN/DECODER Decoder SYSTEM CONNECTIONS (cont.) The AV2 IN/DECODER connector can be used as an input terminal for an external decoder (descrambler). Simply connect a decoder and you can enjoy the variety of programming that is available through scrambled channels.
Page 55: Connecting/Using A Stereo System
Connecting/ Using A Stereo System Stereo Amplifier Speaker Television Mains outlet Rear View MAKE CONNECTIONS 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. NOTES: When connecting your recorder’s audio output connectors to a stereo amplifier, make sure you connect L and R correctly.
Page 56: Subsidiary Settings
Tuner Set Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – MENU IMPORTANT Perform the following steps only if — — Auto Channel Set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up function or by Preset Download ( —...
Page 57 – –:– – MENU IMPORTANT In certain reception conditions, station names may not be stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may not work properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set properly, when you timer-record a TV programme using , the recorder will record a TV programme of a different station.
Page 58: Input Channel
– –:– – NUMBER MENU Storing Channels Manually Store channels that were not stored during Auto Set Up ( 6), Preset Download ( pg. 8) or Auto Channel Set ( ACCESS MAIN MENU Press MENU. ACCESS CONFIRMATION SCREEN Press %ﬁ to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “MANUAL CH SET”, then press OK or mation screen appears.
Page 59: Delete A Channel
Delete A Channel Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 58 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. SELECT ITEM Press % ﬁ until the item you want to delete begins blinking. DELETE CHANNEL Press The item directly beneath the cancelled one moves up one line.
Page 60 Set Stations (A) Set station names that are registered in your recorder. Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 58 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. SELECT ITEM Press %ﬁ until the item you want begins blinking. ACCESS MANUAL CHANNEL SET SCREEN Press OK twice.
Page 61: 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 CANV KETNET CANVAS CHANNEL4 CHANNEL5 CHLD CHILD CINE CINEMA CLUB TELECLUB CSUR ANDALUCIA DISC...
Page 62 – –:– – MENU SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) Fine-Tuning Channels Already Stored Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 58 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. SELECT CHANNEL TO FINE-TUNE Press % ﬁ blinking. ACCESS MANUAL CHANNEL SET SCREEN Press OK twice.
Page 63: Video Channel Set
If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars clearly with any channel between 22 and 69, consult your JVC dealer. EXIT VIDEO CHANNEL SET MODE Press OK on the remote control.
Page 64: Clock Set
Clock Set Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – MENU Just Clock The Just Clock function provides accurate time keeping through automatic adjustments at regular intervals, by reading data from a PDC signal. The Just Clock option can be set "ON"...
Page 65 – –:– – MENU SET JUST CLOCK The default setting is “OFF”. Set as desired by pressing %ﬁ, then press OK or For the Just clock function, If you set to “OFF”, you can disregard the next step as you won’t be able to receive regular clock adjustments. SET CLOCK DATA SOURCE CHANNEL POSITION The recorder is preset to receive clock setting and...
Page 66: Show View Setup
IMPORTANT Normally, Auto Set Up ( pg. 6), Preset Download ( automatically. You need to set the Guide Program Numbers manually only in the following cases. When timer-programming with S recorder, is not selected or when you add a channel after Auto Set Up or Auto Channel Set has taken place. —...
Page 67: Troubleshooting
If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO connection, set the TV to its AV mode. Try manual tracking. ( pg. 17) Consult your JVC dealer. Engage and adjust tracking manually. pg. 17) CORRECTIVE ACTION Insert a cassette, or using adhesive tape, reseal the slot where the tab was removed.
Page 68: Other Problems
TIMER RECORDING SYMPTOM 1. Timer recording won’t work. 2. Timer programming is not possible. 3. “‰“ and “]“ on the display panel won’t stop blinking. 4. The cassette is automatically ejected, and “‰“ and “]“ on the display panel won’t stop blinking. 5.
Page 69: 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 70: Index
# DIGITAL TBC/NR Button To access covered buttons/connectors, press PUSH-OPEN so that the front panel opens. AUDIO VIDEO MONITOR DISPLAY C. RESET TV / VCR / CANSEL VPS/PDC 15dB NORM ^ & pg. 6 $ ‰TIMER Button % S-VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO Input Connectors pg.
Page 71 INSIDE VIEW OF FRONT PANEL DAIRY WEEKLY VPS / PDC PROG REC LINK START STOP DATE TV PROG % ^ & * 1 PROG Button pg. 28 2 DAILY Button pg. 29, 31 Button pg. 32 4 WEEKLY Button pg. 29, 31 5 VPS/PDC Button pg.
Page 72: Rear View
7 Tape Speed Indicators 8 Instant REVIEW Indicator 9 Audio Mode Indicator 0 Tape Remaining Time Indicator ! "Cassette Loaded" Mark @ VPS/PDC Indicator # VCR Indicator $ Counter/Remain Display % Mode Display (L-1, L-2, F-1 or S-1) INDEX (cont.) SYNCHRO EDIT JLIP ANT.
Page 73 How To Use 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. ( pg. 37, 38) Point the remote control toward the sensor window.
Page 74 (VIDEO, TV or CABLE/SAT) the remote control can currently operate. When you first purchase the remote control, or after you have just replaced the batteries, VIDEO A (A code) is selected. 1 To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button to set the remote control to the Video mode (...
Page 75: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power requirement : AC 220 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz Power consumption Power on : 24 W Power off : 5.7 W Temperature Operating : 5°C to 40°C Storage : –20°C to 60°C Operating position : Horizontal only Dimensions (WxHxD) : 437 x 106 x 352 mm Weight : 5.1 kg...
Page 76 Auto Set Up The Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock and Guide Program numbers automatically. BEFORE YOU START PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT: The TV aerial cable is connected to the ANT.IN jack on the rear panel of the video recorder. The video recorder's mains power cord is connected to a mains outlet.

JVC HR-S9600EU Instructions Manual

Safety First

Installing Your New Recorder

Initial Settings

T-V Link

Information on Colour System

Playback

Recording

Timer Recording

Special Features

Editing

Information on J Terminal

System Connections

Subsidiary Settings

Troubleshooting

Questions and Answers

Index

Specifications

Quick Links

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