VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-S4800U HR-S3800U

TV CABLE/ DBS

MBR SET A/B
TV/VCR A. MONITOR DISPLAY

DAILY(M-F)

WEEKLY

C.RESET

TIMER 4

CANCEL

STOP DATE

EXPRESS PROGRAMMING

PROG CHECK

SKIP SEARCH

MENU PLAY

TV CH +

SHUTTLE PLUS

TV CH

HR-S4800U/S3800U-EN01-20

S-VIDEO

VIDEO (MONO)LAUDIOR

S-VHS ET

SP EP VCR

STOP/EJECT

MULTI BRAND REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

HR-S4800U

HR-S3800U

INSTRUCTIONS

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.

LPT0348-001A

00.1.31, 9:54 AM

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC S-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 DO NOT OPEN
Declaration of Conformity Model Number :HR-S4800U/HR-S3800U Trade Name :JVC Responsible Party :JVC Americas Corp. Address :1700 Valley Road Wayne, N.J. 07470 Telephone Number :973-315-5000 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the VCR, Remote or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the VCR. in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity. in direct sunlight. in a dusty environment. in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated. on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration. 2. DO NOT block the VCRs ventilation openings. 3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote. 4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the VCR or on the Remote. 5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport. VCR Plus+C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. DSSTM is an official trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics. PRIMESTAR is a registered service mark of Primestar Partners, L.P. DISH NetworkTM is a trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120V`, 60Hz only. To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power source.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

SERVICING

1. Servicing
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
2. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performancethis indicates a need for service.
2. Product and Cart Combination
A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near waterfor example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
4. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug & Play setting or if you use a cable box. Access the Clock Set screen to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Set. Each procedure starts from step 4 after preparation steps below are finished. If you use a cable box, set the clock manually. (Z pg. 12)

Clock Setting

Preparations

Select clock set

On the front panel: Press CH5 to move the highlight bar (arrow) to CLOCK SET, then press OK.
INITIAL SET = CLOCK SET LANGUAGE ENGLISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET DBS RECEIVER SET SELECT WITH (5,) AND (OK)
On the Remote: PRESS (MENU) TO END Press SHUTTLE PLUS % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to CLOCK SET, then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS #. c CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then the Clock Set screen appears.
Setting clock semiautomatically

Semiauto Clock Set

You can change the host channel/D.S.T. /time zone setting manually. First follow steps 1 to 3 on page 10, then go to the following steps.

Select D.S.T. mode

You have three choices: AUTO Select if you want to adjust your VCRs clock automatically by the incoming signal from the host channel. (Auto Daylight Saving Time*) ON Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself. OFF Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you. On the front panel: Press OK to move the highlight bar to D.S.T., then press CH5 repeatedly until the desired setting is selected. On the Remote: Press SHUTTLE PLUS # to move the highlight bar to D.S.T., then press SHUTTLE PLUS % repeatedly until the desired setting is selected.

Set Auto Clock to ON

On the front panel: Press OK to move the highlight bar to AUTO CLOCK, then press CH5 so that ON is selected.
CLOCK SET TIME DATE YEAR 1:00PM 12/SUN AUTO CLOCK : ON HOST CH : AUTO (CATV) D.S.T. : AUTO TIME ZONE : AUTO PRESS (5,), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
On the Remote: Press SHUTTLE PLUS # to move the highlight bar to AUTO CLOCK, then press SHUTTLE PLUS % so that ON is selected. Then; To select the host channel go to step 5. To select the D.S.T. mode go to step 6. To select the time zone go to step 7.

On the Remote: Press SHUTTLE PLUS % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to MANUAL CHANNEL SET, then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS #.
SELECT WITH (5,) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Add or skip desired channels
To add channels On the Remote ONLY: MANUAL CHANNEL SET 1 Press the Number (CATV) keys to input a CH 45 ADD channel number you want to add. PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) OR (5,), THEN (OK) 2 Press OK or PRESS (MENU) TO END SHUTTLE PLUS # to set to ADD. 3 Repeat 1 and 2 to add other channels. To skip channels
On the front panel: 1 Press CH5 to select a channel number you want to skip. 2 Press OK to set to SKIP. 3 Repeat 1 and 2 to skip other channels. On the Remote: 1 Press the Number keys or SHUTTLE PLUS % to input a channel number you want to skip. 2 Press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS # to set to SKIP. 3 Repeat 1 and 2 to skip other channels.
Setting channels manually

Manual Channel Set

You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually.
Cable Box Control Setting

Suggested location

Place the cable box on top of the VCR. Attach the VCRs Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controllers transmitter pointed towards the cable boxs remote sensor.
The following procedure is required if you receive your TV channels through a cable box (descrambler). The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the cable box channel during timer recording. The Controller is effective for recording broadcasts that have been programmed using VCR Plus+ (Z pg. 30) or Express timer programing (Z pg. 34).
ONLY FOR HR-S3800U: The Controller is not supplied with this unit. It can be requested by mailing in the completed JVC Cable Mouse Certificate that is included with the accessory package.

Installing Controller

The Controller can also control a DBS receiver. If both a cable box and a DBS receiver are used, position the Controller so its signal reaches the remote sensors on both the cable box and DBS receiver.

Cable box

Situate Controller
Place the Controller so that its transmitter is facing the cable boxs remote sensor. c Make sure the path between the Controller and the cable boxs remote sensor is not blocked.
Your VCR Controller (suggested locations) Cable box

Attach Controller

Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached on the back of the Controller.

Connect cable box to VCR

c If your cable box does not have audio/video output connectors Connect the RF output terminal on the cable box to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of your VCR. c If your cable box has audio/video output connectors Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video output connectors on the cable box.
To RF output Controller Transmitter or To ANTENNA IN

To Audio/Video output

When connecting your cable box, refer to its instruction manual.

To AUDIO/ VIDEO IN

Connect Controller to VCR
Connect the Controller to the CABLE BOX Controller connector on the rear panel.
How to control the cable box
This VCR has two separate methods to control your cable box. c The VCRs wireless Remote can control your cable box. This eliminates the need for a separate cable boxs Remote. c The VCRs Controller can also control your cable box. This allows the VCR to change your cable boxs channel number during timer recording. Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCRs Remote, refer to page 51. To set up the Controller, go to page 16.

Your VCR

Access Main Menu screen on VCR
On the front panel: Press CH5 to move the highlight bar (arrow) to INITIAL SET, then press OK. On the Remote: Press SHUTTLE PLUS % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to INITIAL SET, then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS #.
Access Cable Box Set screen
On the front panel: Press CH5 to move the highlight bar (arrow) to CABLE BOX SET, then press OK.
INITIAL SET CLOCK SET LANGUAGE ENGLISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET = CABLE BOX SET DBS RECEIVER SET
SELECT WITH (5,) AND (OK) On the Remote: PRESS (MENU) TO END Press SHUTTLE PLUS % to move the highlight bar (arrow) to CABLE BOX SET, then press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS #.
Select cable box output channel
Your selection depends on how your cable box is connected to your VCR.

CABLE BOX SET OFF

Setting cable box output channel & brand
After installation, set the cable box outputs channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly.
c If your cable box is connected to your PRESS (5,), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END VCRs ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear Press CH 5 on the front panel or SHUTTLE PLUS % on the Remote until the channel number representing the cable boxs output (CH2 CH9) appears on the screen. c If your cable box is connected to your VCRs AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the front panel Press CH 5 on the front panel or SHUTTLE PLUS % on the Remote until ON F-1 (FRONT) appears on the screen. c If your cable box is connected to your VCRs AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on the rear panel Press CH 5 on the front panel or SHUTTLE PLUS % on the Remote until ON L-1 (REAR) appears on the screen. c If you do not use a cable box Press CH 5 on the front panel or SHUTTLE PLUS % on the Remote until OFF appears on the screen.

Turn on cable box

Select a channel other than channel 9 on your cable box.
Access Cable Box Brand Set screen

Press OK.

CABLE BOX BRAND LIST
BRAND ARCHER CABLETENNA CABLEVIEW CITIZEN CURTIS DIAMOND EASTERN GC BRAND GEMINI GENERAL INSTRUMENTS HAMLIN JASCO JERROLD NOVAVISION OAK PANASONIC PULSER RCA REGAL REGENCY REMBRANDT SAMSUNG SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SIGMA SL MARX SPRUCER STARGATE TELEVIEW TOCOM UNIKA UNIVERSAL VIDEOWAY ZENITH CODE 1, 5, 17 1, 17 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 2, 8 1, 15, 16, 17, 21, 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28 10, 18, 19, 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15, 28 2, 8 7, 20 13, 14 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 13, 14 10, 18, 19, 1, 16, 17 5, 16, 24 2, 8 7, 20 5, 16, 17, 24, 25 13, 14 5, 15, 16, 17, 21, 24, 25 5, 16, 24 1, 4, 16 1, 17 16, 17, 25 3, 9, 22 3, 9, 22

c The Controller may not work with all types of DBS receiver. c If your DBS receiver does not respond to the code, you cannot use the Controller to change satellite channels. In this case, make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start time of timer recording. c The VCR can only change the satellite channel through the Controller during timer recording. c If your DBS receiver cannot be operated with a remote control (because it has no remote sensor), you cannot use the Controller to change its channels. Make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start time of timer recording. c For customers in U.S.A.: If you are unable to set the Controller, contact JVC toll free at 1-800-252-5722.
BASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING

Basic Playback

Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode) on the TV. POWER
This VCR can check the tape condition during playback (and recording), and realizes the best possible pictures.

Load a cassette

Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is pointing towards the VCR. Do not apply too much pressure when inserting. c The VCR turns on automatically. c The counter is automatically reset to 0:00:00. c If the cassettes record safety tab has been removed, playback begins automatically.

REW MENU

SHUTTLE ring

Start playback

Press PLAY ( 3 ). c Tape speed (SP or EP) is automatically detected. c The S-VHS indicator lights up when you play back a tape recorded in S-VHS mode or in SVHS ET mode (Z pg. 27) c If VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to ON (default setting: Z pg. 39), VIDEO CALIBRATION appears on the screen, and this VCR checks the tape condition during automatic tracking.

STOP/EJECT (7/0)

To stop playback
Press STOP ( 7 ) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT ( 7 / 0 ) on the front panel.

To rewind the tape

Press REW ( 1 ) (or turn the SHUTTLE ring on the front panel to the left).

To fast-forward the tape

Press FF ( ) (or turn the SHUTTLE ring on the front panel to the right).

To eject the tape

FF ( ) STOP ( 7 ) Press STOP/EJECT ( 7 / 0 ) on the front panel when the tape is not running. c You can also eject the cassette with the VCR turned off.

It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer Standby function if the cassettes record safety tab is removed.
Locating beginning of recordings Index Search
Index codes are placed on the tape at the beginning of each recording when recording on this VCR. You can find and automatically play back from the beginning of any recording using the Index Search function.

Start search

While the tape is not running, press SHUTTLE PLUS 4 or on the Remote.

Access distant code

To access a recording of 2 to 9 index codes away, press SHUTTLE PLUS 4 or repeatedly until the correct number is displayed on screen (only if SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ; Z pg. 38, 39). Playback begins automatically when the desired recording is located.
Beginning of the current program recorded
Previous program recorded
Current position on the tape

Next program recorded

Beginning of the 2nd next program recorded

2nd next

FF ( )
c If you want to find the very beginning of the desired program, press REW ( 1 ) or FF ( ) after playback starts.
An index code is not placed on the tape when recording is resumed from recording pause.
Other Useful functions for playback
You can also use the following functions for recording. c Video Calibration (Z pg. 39) 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 highestpossible pictures. c Picture Control (Z pg. 39) This function helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference. c Video Stabilizer (Z pg. 40) You can automatically correct vertical vibrations in the picture when playing back unstable recordings made on another VCR. c Blue Back (Z pg. 40) When this function is set to ON, the TV screen becomes all blue in the following cases: When receiving a channel not in use. When stopping playback.
Locating beginning of timer recordings Instant Review
At the press of a button, you can turn on the VCR, rewind the tape and begin to view the most recent timerrecorded program. Press REVIEW after ensuring that the VCR is in the timer recording standby mode. c The VCR turns on, and rewinds to the index code indicating the beginning of the last timer-recorded program, then begins playback automatically. c You can access a program of 2 to 9 index codes away from the current position on the tape. If, for example, you have 5 programs recorded and you want to watch the third one, press REVIEW three times. c If you want to find the very beginning of the desired program, press REW ( 1 ) or FF ( ) after playback starts. c If the tape is already rewound when REVIEW is pressed, it will play the tape from the beginning. It will not fast-forward to an index code. c The Instant Review function will also operate if the VCR is turned on.

Child Lock

You can disable the VCR operations. c You can only use the Remote for this operation. While the VCR is turned on, press and hold POWER on the Remote for more than seven seconds. The VCR turns off, and the child lock indicator appears on the front display panel.
Child lock indicator c The child lock function is now activated and you cannot turn on the VCR by pressing POWER on the front panel.
To release the child lock, press and hold POWER on the Remote until the VCR turns on. c During timer recording, pressing TIMER also releases the child lock.
c When the child lock function is in use, keep the Remote out of the childrens reach. c Timer recording programs will be performed even if the child lock function is activated.

EDITING

Edit From Camcorder

Connection

This VCR (for recording )
To AUDIO/ VIDEO Input Audio/video cable (supplied) To S VIDEO Input S-video cable (supplied) To Audio/video output
To rear panel REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPULINK connector
Mini-plug cable (not supplied) (JVC camcorder only)

To EDIT

To S-video output

Camcorder (for playback)

Various connection for editing tapes
The following three methods can be used for editing tapes. c VHS to S-VHS editing (VIDEO-VIDEO connection): Although the picture quality is inherently limited by the original VHS quality, the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing. c S-VHS to VHS editing (VIDEO-VIDEO connection): Since the original source is recorded in S-VHS mode, the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing. c S-VHS to S-VHS (S-VIDEO connection): Original picture quality of S-VHS made can be duplicated with minimal picture degradation. This is the best editing method you can use on S-VHS VCRs.

HR-S4800U/S3800U-EN44-53

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You can use a camcorder as the playback VCR and your VCR as the recording VCR

Make connections

Connect an audio/video cable between the camcorders audio/video output connectors and your VCRs audio/video input connectors. c 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 to the left. c When using a camcorder with a monaural output, connect the audio output connector on the camcorder to the left audio input connector on this VCR.

To S-video Input

To Audio/ video Input

Select edit mode

Set the edit mode to ON for the VCRs if such a mode is equipped. c On this VCR, set PICTURE CONTROL to EDIT by following the procedure described on pages 38 and 39.
Press PLAY ( 3 ) on the playback VCR.
Another VCR (for recording)
You can use your VCR as the playback or recording VCR. c Refer also to the other VCRs instruction manual for connection and its operations.
If the playback VCR is equipped with a superimpose/ OSD disable feature then set it to OFF before starting playback (Z pg. 38 and 39).
Connect an audio/video cable between the playback VCRs audio/video output connectors and the recording VCRs audio/video input connectors. c When using this VCR as the recording VCR, connect this VCRs audio/video input connectors to the audio/video output connectors on the other VCR. If the playback VCR is monaural, connect the audio output connector on the playback VCR to the left audio input connector on this VCR.
Press REC ( ) on the recording VCR.

Audio Dubbing 2

(ONLY FOR HR-S4800U)
Load a cassette and prepare the audio source Select input mode
Select F-1 when connecting the audio component to the audio input connectors on the front panel. Select L-1 when connecting the audio component to the audio input connectors on the rear panel. On the front panel: Press CH5. On the Remote: Press the Number key "0 (AUX)" or CH +/.

This VCR (for playback)

To AUDIO IN
Audio cable (not supplied)
Set EDIT FUNCTION to A. DUB
Follow the procedure described on pages 38 and 42. c Make sure to set EDIT FUNCTION to RECPAUSE after you finish editing tapes. This cancels the editing function.

To Audio output

Locate start point
1 Press PLAY ( 3 ) to start playback. 2 Press PAUSE ( 8 ) when you find the beginning of the scene for which you want to audio-dub.
CD player (as the audio source)
c Audio Dubbing is also possible using the audio input connectors on the rear panel.

Activate editing mode

Press REC ( ) on the front panel. c The VCR enters the Audio Dubbing pause mode. blinks, and light up on the front c display panel.
You can replace sounds recorded on the normal track with new sounds for example, your favorite song played back on the CD player. c Refer also to the other audio components instruction manual for connection and its operations. Normal track Before audio dubbing Video and Hi-Fi track After audio dubbing

Start audio dubbing

Press PLAY ( 3 ) on this VCR and start playing the audio source. c blinks and is displayed on the front display panel.

c Depending on the type of cable box, some or all functions cannot be operated using this Remote. c Its not possible to operate a cable box not equipped with a remote sensor. c Its not possible to set the Remote for both your cable box and a DBS receiver at the same time. You can only set the Remote control to operate one of these units at a time.
(Ex.) To set the Remote to RCA 14:

CABLE/ DBS

MULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL (cont.)
This Remote can control some functions of the DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receivers listed below.
DBS Receiver Brand Setting 1

Turn on the DBS receiver

Turn on the DBS receiver using the Power button on the DBS receiver or its Remote.
Enter DBS receiver brand code
Follow the example shown below. 1 Press and hold CABLE/DBS. 2 Press MBR SET. 3 Press the Number keys to enter your DBS receivers brand code by referring to the table below. 4 Press OK, and release CABLE/DBS. The DBS receiver should turn off. If it does, try other operations below (Z step 3). c Once you have set the Remote to operate the DBS receiver, you do not have to set it until you replace the batteries from the Remote.

Operate DBS receiver

While holding down CABLE/DBS, press one of the following buttons: POWER, TV CH +/, and Number keys. c For some brands, you must press ENTER after having pressed the Number keys to enter a channel number. c To change the DBS receivers channels, press TV CH +/ or the Number keys. (The CH +/ button can be used to change the VCRs channels only.)

ENTER TV CH +/

c Depending on the type of DBS receiver, some or all functions cannot be operated using this Remote. c Its not possible to operate a DBS receiver not equipped with a remote sensor. c It's not possible to set the Remote for both your DBS receiver and a cable box at the same time. You can only set the Remote to operate one of these units at a time. DBS BRAND NAME JVC (DISH Network) ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) PRIMESTAR SONY (DSS) RCA (DSS) BRAND CODE 40
(Ex.) To set the Remote to JVC 51:
Changing Remote Control Code
This Remote is capable of transmitting two control codes; one set to respond to A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals. This Remote control is preset to send A code signals because your VCR is initially set to respond to A code signals. You can easily modify your VCR and the Remote to respond to B code signals. When using two JVC VCRs, set two VCRs and their Remotes to different codes, so that you can operate these VCRs separately.

How to use the Remote

Before use, insert two AA size batteries into the Remote with the polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery compartment or on the lid. The Remote can operate most of your VCRs functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets, cable boxes and DBS receivers. c Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target component. c The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 8 m.
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.
GENERAL Power requirement Power consumption Power on Power off Temperature Operating Storage Operating position Dimensions (W x H x D) : AC 120 V` , 60 Hz : 20 W : 2.5 W : 5C to 40C (41F to 104F) : 20C to 60C (4F to140F) : Horizontal only : 400 x 94 x 281 mm (15-3/4" x 3-3/4" x 11-1/8") : 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) : S-VHS/VHS NTSC standard TIMER Clock reference Program capacity Memory backup time ACCESSORIES

Specifications

: Quartz : 1-year programmable timer/ 8 programs : Approx. 3 min.
Weight Format Maximum recording time SP : 210 min. with ST-210 video cassette EP : 630 min. with ST-210 video cassette VIDEO/AUDIO Signal system
Provided accessories FOR HR-S4800U : Infrared remote control unit, AA battery x 2, Audio/video cable, S-video cable (4-pin), S-VHS ET labels, Controller FOR HR-S3800U : Infrared remote control unit, AA battery x 2, Audio/video cable, S-video cable (4-pin), S-VHS ET labels,
: NTSC-type color signal and EIA monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields : DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system : 45 dB : 230 lines : 400 lines : 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz : 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz : RCA connectors (IN x 2, OUT x 1) S-video connectors (IN x 2, OUT x 1)
Recording/ Playback system Signal-to-noise ratio Horizontal resolution VHS S-VHS Frequency range Normal audio Hi-Fi audio Input/Output
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless specified otherwise. E. & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Usable cassettes

Full-Size VHS T-30 (ST-30**) T-60 (ST-60**) T-90 T-120 (ST-120**) T-160 (ST-160**) ST-210** Compact VHS* TC-20 (ST-C20**) TC-30 (ST-C30**) TC-40 (ST-C40**) * Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on this video recorder. Simply place the recorded cassette into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like any full-sized VHS cassette. * This VCR can record on regular VHS and Super * VHS cassettes. While only VHS signals can be recorded on regular VHS cassettes 1), both VHS and Super VHS signals can be recorded and played back using Super VHS cassettes.

TUNER Tuning system Channel coverage VHF UHF CATV RF output : Frequency-synthesized tuner : Channels 213 : Channels 1469 : 113 Channels : Channel 3 or 4 (switchable; preset to Channel 3 when shipped) 75 ohms, unbalanced
By using the S-VHS ET function, it is possible to record and play back withe S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes on this VCR.
FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE: 1-800-252-5722 http://www.jvcservice.com

Dear customer:

In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, call 1-800-252-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS 10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641 (973) 396-Corporate Avenue Cypress, CA 90630-4727 (714) 229-Cummings Park Woburn, MA 01801-2105 (781) 376-Lakes Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857 (770) 339-Hammerly Boulevard, Suite 110 Houston, TX 77043-2310 (713) 935-W State Road 84 Davie, FL 33324-4611 (954) 472-Enterprise Street Aurora, IL 60504-8135 (630) 851-Mapunapuna Place, Suite 105 Honolulu, HI 96819-2000 (808) 833-Dubuque Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804 (650) 871-2666
Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. 10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641

If you ship the product.

Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit. Print your home return address on the outside and the inside of the carton. Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above.

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.
For customer use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No.: Purchase date: Serial No.: Name of dealer:

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-S5901/5911U

INSTRUCTIONS

LPT0638-001A

CONTENTS

Buttons, Connectors and Indicators..4 Connections and Plug&Play Setting..5 Initial Settings...6
Language Setting...6 Clock Setting...6 Tuner Setting...7 Cable Box and/or DBS Receiver Control Setting.7
Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions to ensure safe use of your new VCR.

CAUTIONS

Playback...9
Basic Playback...9 Playback Features..9

Recording...11

Basic Recording..11 Recording Features...11

Timer Recording...12

Changing VCR Plus+ Setting..12 VCR Plus+ Timer Programing...12 Express Timer Programing..13 24HR Quick Programing..13
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Other Functions...14

Timer warning display...14 Checking tape position..14 Changing display information..14 Function settings...14 Satellite Auto Recording..16 Child Lock...16 Multi-Brand Remote Control..17 Changing Remote Control Code..17

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120Vd, 60Hz only. To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power source.

Editing....18

Editing with Another VCR..18 Audio Dubbing...19 Insert Editing and AV Dubbing..19
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Specifications...20 Troubleshooting...21 FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)..22 WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)..23

ATTENTION:

POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void users authority to operate the equipment.
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.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: Trade Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone Number: HR-S5901/5911U JVC JVC Americas Corp. 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N.J. 07470 973-317-5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the VCR, Remote or video cassette. 1. DO NOT place the VCR.in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.in direct sunlight.in a dusty environment.in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration. 2. DO NOT block the VCRs ventilation openings. 3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote. 4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the VCR or on the Remote. 5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport. VCR Plus+, C and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this booklet for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization (A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. (B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. 2. Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 3. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 4. Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 5. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to. 6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
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.
Cassettes marked S-VHS and VHS can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked S-VHS. By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

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2. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 3. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

SERVICING

1. Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 2. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 3. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 4. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

1. Accessories To avoid personal injury: Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturers instructions for any mounting of the product. Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets. 2. Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. 3. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near waterfor example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. 4. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 5. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards. 6. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 7. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

How to use the Remote

Before use, insert two AA size batteries into the Remote with the polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery compartment or on the lid. The Remote can operate most of your VCRs functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets, cable boxes and DBS receivers. Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target component. The maximum operating distance of the Remote is about 8 m.
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.

Video heads cleaning

The heads get dirty in the following cases: in an environment prone to extreme temperature or humidity. in a dusty environment flaw, dirt or mold on video tapes continuous usage for a long time Use a dry cleaning cassette TCL-2 when: Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back. The picture is unclear or no picture appears. USE CLEANING CASSETTE appears on the screen (only with SUPERIMPOSE set to ON ( pg. 15)).
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 recorder: 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.

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Tuner Setting

Setting channels automatically Auto Channel Set
Perform Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set correctly by the Plug&Play setting.
Cable Box and/or DBS Receiver Control Setting
The following procedure is required if you receive your TV channels through a cable box (descrambler) and/or if you receive satellite channels through DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver. The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the cable box or DBS receivers channel during timer recording.
A Access Main Menu screen, then Tuner
Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to move the highlight bar (arrow) to TUNER SET, then press OK or e.

NOTES:

B Perform Auto Channel Set
Press rt to move the highlight bar (arrow) to AUTO CHANNEL SET, then press OK or e. The VCR selects the correct band (TV or CATV) automatically during Auto Channel Set. When Auto Channel Set is complete, SCAN COMPLETED appears on screen. If the scan was unsuccessful, SCAN COMPLETEDNO SIGNAL appears on screen. Check the connections and start again. Press MENU to return to normal screen.
The Controller is not supplied with this unit. It can be requested by mailing in the completed JVC Cable Mouse Certificate that is included with the accessory package. For the cable box, the Controller is effective for VCR Plus+ or Express timer programing. For the DBS receiver, the Controller is effective only for Express timer programing. When connecting your cable box or DBS receiver, refer to its instruction manual.

A Situate Controller

If both a cable box and a DBS receiver are used, position the Controller so its signal reaches the remote sensors on both the cable box and DBS receiver.

B Attach Controller

Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached on the back of the Controller.
Cable box or DBS receiver
Setting channels manually Manual Channel Set
You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually.
Your VCR Controller (suggested locations)
C Connect cable box and/or DBS receiver to VCR
Cable box or DBS receiver Transmitter Controller To ANT. IN VCR To AUDIO/VIDEO IN RF out Audio/video output
B Access Manual Channel Set screen
Press rt to move the highlight bar (arrow) to MANUAL CHANNEL SET, then press OK or e.
C Add or skip desired channels
To add channels A Press the Number keys on the Remote to input a channel number you want to add. B Press OK or e to set to ADD. C Repeat A to B to add other channels. Press MENU to return to normal screen. To skip channels A Press rt or the Number keys to select a channel number you want to skip. B Press OK or e to set to SKIP. C Repeat A and B to skip other channels. Press MENU to return to normal screen. After a power failure occurs, band selection will be reset to CATV.

Pause playback and view still picture
During still picture, vertical vibration may appear on the TV screen. Press CH+/ on the Remote to get a clearer picture. Pause and Frame-by-Frame playback Press PAUSE (9) to pause, then press 2 or 6 (or PAUSE (9)) repeatedly. Press PLAY (4) to resume normal playback. High-Speed Picture Search Press REW (3) or FF OR Turn the JOG dial quickly to (5). the left or right. Press PLAY (4) to resume normal playback. If you press and hold REW (3) or FF (5) for more than 2 seconds, simply releasing it cancels the picture search, and normal playback resumes. Variable-Speed Picture Search (including slow-motion) Press 2 or 6 OR Turn the JOG dial to the left repeatedly. or right. Press PLAY (4) to resume normal playback. Each time you press 2 or 6 or each time JOG dial passes a click position, the playback speed changes. To decrease the speed during picture search, press the opposite direction button repeatedly or turn the dial in the opposite direction. During still picture, press and hold 6 to start forward (or 2 to start reverse) slow motion playback. When you release the button, still picture resumes. During still picture, holding PAUSE (9) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow motion playback. If you press PAUSE (9) again, still picture resumes. OR Push the JOG dial to pause, then turn the JOG dial to the left or right. Push the JOG dial again to resume normal playback.
A Press SP/EP during playback to activate manual tracking. B Press CH +/ to eliminate the noises. Press it briefly for a fine
adjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment. Press SP/EP again to reactivate automatic tracking.
Selecting monitor sound Audio Monitor
While playing back a tape on which stereo sound or SAP sound is recorded, press A.MONITOR on the Remote. Each time you press the button, sound changes. HI-FI: Normally select this. Hi-Fi sound is played back. HI-FI L: Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back. HI-FI R: Sound on the right Hi-Fi channel is played back. NORM: Sound on the normal track is played back. NORM HI-FI: Both sounds on the Hi-Fi track and normal track are mixed and played back.
The above indication appears when SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ( pg. 15), though the monitor sound changes in sequence.
During slow motion, some noise may appear on the TV screen. Press CH+/ on the Remote to eliminate the noise.

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Automatic operations after rewinding Next Function Memory

VCR Plus+ Timer Programing
The PlusCode programing numbers are the numbers next to the program in most TV listing. Load a cassette with the record safety tab intact. The VCR turns on, and the counter is reset, automatically.
If all the 8 programs have already been set, PROGRAM FULL or Full appears on the TV screen or the display panel. After timer recording is completed, the VCR turns off automatically. You can program the timer recording while a regular recording is in progress; the menu screens will not be recorded. To timer-record cable or satellite channels, perform Cable Box and/or DBS Receiver Control Setting and be sure to keep the cable box or DBS receiver turned on. Even if a power failure occurs, the VCR keeps your timer programs. However, the clock time, channel settings, and other menu settings are lost. As a result, when the power is supplied again to this VCR after the power failure, this VCR starts the Plug&Play setting automatically to restore the clock time and channel setting. If the clock time and channel setting are restored correctly, each timer program you have made will start at its start time unless its end time has elapsed.
A Press PROG. on the Remote to access

the PlusCode No. screen.

PLUSCODE NO.
PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) PRESS (+/) TO SET EXPRESS PROGRAMMING PRESS (PROG.) TO END
to input the PlusCode number, then press OK or e. Check to make sure the setting is accurate on the Program screen.

PLUSCODE NO. 12345678

PROGRAM 1 (PLUSCODE NO. 12345678) START STOP 8:00PM 10:00PM DATE CH 12/24/SP TUE PRESS (8=DAILY, 9=WEEKLY STOP+/ = STOP TIME, SP/EP) PRESS (PROG.) TO END
B Press the appropriate Number keys
If the tape reaches its end during timer recording, the recording stops and #, and $ on the display panel blink. Press TIMER to disengage timer, then press STOP/EJECT (0) on the VCR to eject the cassette or press POWER 1 then press REW (3) on the Remote to rewind the tape.
PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) THEN (OK) PRESS (PROG.) TO END
Changing VCR Plus+ Setting
The VCR Plus+ programing system assigns a VCR Plus+ guide channel to the TV channels and the cable channels. These guide channel numbers are also called the VCR Plus+ channel codes. Most TV listings have a section, usually a chart, indicating the guide channel numbers assigned to each station. To ensure that VCR Plus+ timer recording operates correctly, it is necessary to set the VCR Plus+ Guide Channel Set for each station. If you have moved to a different area or if a broadcasting stations channel number has been changed, perform the following steps to set the correct guide channel number.

If the Guide Channel Set screen GUIDE CHANNEL SET appears after pressing OK, press the GUIDE CH : 12 VCR CH : Number keys, CH+/ or rt to input the number of the channel on which the broadcast for the PlusCode PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) OR ( , ), THEN (OK) number is received on the VCR or PRESS (PROG.) TO END cable box, then press OK. To set the tape speed, press SP/EP. To change the stop time, press STOP+/. To timer-record daily (MondayFriday) or weekly serials, press DAILY (M-F) (Number key 8) or WEEKLY (Number key 9). Pressing the button again makes the DAILY or WEEKLY display disappear. If you made a mistake, press CANCEL to access the PlusCode No. screen again. If an incorrect PlusCode number or the one for a broadcast already finished has been inputted, ERROR is displayed for about 5 seconds, then the PlusCode No. screen reappears.
A Access Main Menu screen, then Initial Set screen

C Press OK or PROG.

B Access Guide Channel Set screen C Input guide channel number
D Press TIMER. The VCR turns off automatically and # is
displayed on the display panel.
If PROGRAM NOT COMPLETED PROGRAM OVERLAP appears, see Program overlap warning display ( pg. 14).
Press rt to move the highlight bar (arrow) to GUIDE CHANNEL SET, then press OK or e.
GUIDE CHANNEL SET GUIDE CH : 6 VCR CH :
Press rt or the Number keys to select the VCR Plus+ guide channel number as shown in the TV listing, then press OK or e.
PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) OR ( , ), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END GUIDE CHANNEL SET GUIDE CH : 6 VCR CH : 47
D Input receiving channel number
Press rt or the Number keys to select the number of the channel on which the guide channels broadcasts are received, then press OK or e. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each instance.
PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) OR ( , ), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
E Return to normal screen
Press MENU on the Remote.

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Express Timer Programing

Load a cassette with the record safety tab intact. The VCR turns on, and the counter is reset, automatically.

Checking tape position

When you change the VCR operation mode from the stop mode to fast forward + + + E or rewind mode, or when you perform an B Index Search or Instant Review, the tape REMAIN 1:00 COUNT 1:23:45 position indicator appears. The position of q in relation to B (Beginning) or E (End) shows you where you are on the tape. Set SUPERIMPOSE to ON ( pg. 15).
A Select program to modify

PR START 1 8:00P

STOP 10:00

DATE 12/24

B Cancel or change program setting

PROGRAM 4

Changing display information
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display panel shows the channel number and the clock time alternatively. You can change display in the stop or recording mode, or during rewind/fast-forward. When SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON ( pg. 15) and DISPLAY on the Remote is pressed, time counter and tape remaining time will appear on the TV screen. To reset the time counter, press C.RESET on the Remote.
START STOP To cancel a program, press CANCEL when 9:00PM 10:00PM DATE CH the Program screen you do not want is 12/24/SP shown. TUE PRESS (CANCEL) TO CANCEL To change a program, press the PRESS (OK) TO CONFIRM appropriate button: START+/, STOP+/, PRESS (PROG.) TO END DATE+/, CH+/, DAILY (M-F) (Number key 8), WEEKLY (Number key 9) and/or SP/EP when the Program screen on which you want to make changes is shown, then press OK or e. If the overlap is not yet solved, the conflicting programs will be shown on the Program check screen. Repeat the above steps again.

Function settings

You can use the other useful function settings on the Function Set screen.
A Access Main Menu screen, then

Function Set screen

Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to move the highlight bar (arrow) to FUNCTION SET, then press OK or e.

B Select Function

PRESS ( , ), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END
Press rt to move the highlight bar (arrow) to the function you want to set.
FUNCTION S-VHS ET OFF VIDEO CALIBRATION ON PICTURE CONTROL AUTO AUTO TIMER OFF SUPERIMPOSE ON AUTO SP EP TIMER OFF NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH ( , ) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END PREVIOUS PAGE VIDEO STABILIZER OFF BLUE BACK ON 2ND AUDIO RECORD OFF AUDIO MONITOR HI-FI S-VHS MODE ON AV COMPU-LINK ON NEXT PAGE SELECT WITH ( , ) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END PREVIOUS PAGE FRONT AUX INPUT REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO VIDEO
SELECT WITH ( , ) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

C Change setting

Press OK or e. The default setting is bold in the table below. Press MENU to return to normal screen. After a power failure occurs, Function Settings will be reset to its default setting.

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AUDIO MONITOR HI-FI/HI-FI L/HI-FI R/NORM/MIX
This VCR can record two sound tracks simultaneously (normal and Hi-Fi) on a Hi-Fi stereo tape. You can select the sound track(s) to listen to while playing back a Hi-Fi stereo tape. In addition, when playing back a prerecorded tape containing two separate audio programs on the Hi-Fi tracks, you can choose either one by selecting either HI-FI L or HI-FI R. HI-FI: Normally select this. Hi-Fi sound is played back. HI-FI L: Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back. HI-FI R: Sound on the right Hi-Fi channel is played back. NORM: Sound on the normal track is played back. MIX: Both sounds on the Hi-Fi track and normal track are mixed and played back.
FRONT AUX INPUT VIDEO/S-VIDEO
You have to select which terminal either VIDEO (composite) or S VIDEO (Y/C separate signals) to use as the video input terminal on the front panel. Make sure to select the correct terminal; otherwise, you may fail in recording (editing) on this VCR.
REAR AUX INPUT VIDEO/S-VIDEO
You have to select which terminal either VIDEO (composite) or S VIDEO (Y/C separate signals) to use as the video input terminal on the rear panel. Make sure you select the correct terminal; otherwise, you may fail in recording (editing) on this VCR.
While playing back a monaural tape, sounds on the normal track will be heard regardless of this setting. If RF connection ( pg. 5) is used for viewing pictures on the TV, sound will be monaural even though you select HI-FI. You can also use the A.MONITOR button on the Remote to select the desired monitor sound. ( pg. 9)

Satellite Auto Recording

You can automatically record a satellite program which is timerprogramed on your DBS receiver.
A Connect a DBS receiver to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors on B Set timer program on DBS receiver referring to its instruction

manual.

the rear panel. You can also connect the cable box if it has a timer.

S-VHS MODE ON/OFF

You can determine which recording mode either S-VHS mode or VHS mode is used for recording on S-VHS tapes. When this function is set to ON, you can record on S-VHS tapes with S-VHS picture quality. When this function is set to OFF, you can record on S-VHS tapes with VHS picture quality.
C Load a cassette with the record safety tab intact. D Press SP/EP to set the tape speed. The selected tape speed will

appear on the TV screen.

E Press REC LINK for more than 2 seconds. The VCR turns off
S-VHS mode allows you to make high quality video recordings with horizontal resolution of 400 lines, comparing with the 230 lines of resolution of conventional VHS recordings. To achieve the highest quality picture we recommended to record in S-VHS mode. (But remember that a conventional VHS VCR without SQPB cannot play back S-VHS tapes recorded in S-VHS mode.) S-VHS MODE setting does not affect recording on VHS tapes. Recording on VHS tapes is always performed in VHS mode except when using S-VHS ET mode ( pg. 15).

Timer programing will not work.
Timer recording is in progress.
Timer recording begins as Even though you do not use an external cable box Set CABLE BOX SET to OFF or DBS RECEIVER SET is set to OFF. ( pg. 8) or DBS receiver, CABLE BOX SET is set to ON scheduled, but the channel or DBS RECEIVER SET is set to ON. is always incorrect. You moved, and now VCR Plus+ system does not work properly The receivable stations in the new area are received on different channels than those in the previous area. Re-perform the procedure in Changing VCR Plus+ Setting ( pg. 12).

Other Problems SYMPTOM

The channel cannot be changed. Even though Auto or Semiauto Clock Set has been performed, the clock is incorrect.
Recording is in progress.
Press PAUSE (9) to pause the recording, change channels, then press PLAY (4) to resume recording. Select a different host channel during Semiauto Clock Set ( pg. 6), or perform Manual Clock Set ( pg. 6).
The clock setting data received from the host channel is incorrect.

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FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
TOLL FREE: 1-800-537-5722 http://www.jvc.com

Dear Customer,

In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, please read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location within the Continental United States, please call 1-800-537-5722 for your nearest authorized servicer or visit our website at www.JVC.com. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service. JVC
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. 10 New Maple Avenue Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641

REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.

For customer use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No.: Purchase date: 23 Serial No.: Name of dealer:

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