SITUATE RECORDER

Place the recorder on a stable, horizontal surface.

CONNECT RECORDER TO TV

The connection method you use depends on the type of TV you have. RF CONNECTION To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals. a Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV. b Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack on the rear panel of the recorder. c Connect the provided RF cable between the RF OUT jack on the rear panel of the recorder and the TVs aerial terminal. AV CONNECTION To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals. a Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per RF CONNECTION. b Connect an optional SCART cable between the AV1 IN/OUT socket on the rear panel of the recorder and the TVs 21-pin SCART connector. c Set the AV1 OUT switch to the appropriate position. See "AV1 INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL SELECTION FOR AV CONNECTION" below.
21-pin SCART connector RF Cable (provided) 21-pin SCART Cable

TV Aerial Cable

Mains Power Cord

ANT. IN

AV1 OUT AV1 IN/OUT COMP. Y/C

AUDIO OUT

AV2 IN/DECODER

RF OUT

Mains outlet

AV1 OUT switch

AV1 IN/OUT

Rear view

CONNECT RECORDER TO MAINS
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains outlet.
Make AV connection if your TV has a 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) in order to reduce the possibility of interference. And if you are using a stereo TV, you will need this cable in order to enjoy stereo playback of videotapes.
After you plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet, the Country Set display appears on the TV screen and/or on the recorder's front display panel when the button on the recorder/remote control is pressed for the first time to power on the recorder; go to page 6 to perform Auto Set Up.
AV1 INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL SELECTION FOR AV CONNECTION
The AV1 IN/OUT connector accepts and delivers either a composite signal (regular video signal) or a Y/C signal (a signal in which the luminance and chrominance signals are separated). For input signal selection, select "VIDEO" (regular video signal) or "S-VIDEO" (Y/C signal) for "AV1 SELECT" setting ( pg. 40). For output signal selection, use AV1 OUT switch of the rear panel. If your TV's 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) is compatible only with the regular video signal, set this switch to COMP. If your TV's 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) is compatible with the Y/C signal, set this switch to Y/C. You can obtain highquality S-VHS pictures. (For connection, be sure to use a 21-pin SCART cable that is compatible with the Y/C signal.)

Index number When the specified index code is located, playback begins automatically.

Skip Search

Manual Tracking
Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the tracking manually by pressing the TV PROG buttons.
SKIP OVER UNWANTED SECTIONS
Press 30 SEC 1 to 4 times during playback. Each press initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion playback. Normal playback resumes automatically.
NOTE: OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC TRACKING
Press on the remote to engage manual tracking.
To return to normal playback during a Skip Search, press PLAY.

Next Function Memory

The Next Function Memory "tells" the recorder what to do after rewinding. Before continuing, make sure the recorder is in the Stop mode. a For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind. press REW, then press PLAY within 2 seconds. b For Automatic Power Off After Tape Rewind. press REW, then press within 2 seconds. c For Automatic Timer Standby After Tape Rewind. press REW, then press (TIMER) within 2 seconds.

ADJUST TRACKING MANUALLY

Press TV PROG + or to adjust tracking.
RETURN TO AUTOMATIC TRACKING
Press on the remote to re-engage automatic tracking.
When a new tape is inserted, the recorder enters the automatic tracking mode automatically.

Digital 3R

Digital 3R picture system applies edge correction to the luminance signal to enhance detail.

DI GI TA L

AUDIO 2
MAIN MENU MODE SET AUTO CH SET MANUAL CH SET INITIAL SET T

FF REW STOP PAUSE

SELECT DIGITAL 3R SET MODE
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "DIGITAL 3R" by pressing %, then press OK or # to set to "ON".

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. The on/off of Digital 3-DNR (Noise Reduction) which cuts noise and enables clear picture reproduction is also linked to this function. * The default setting is "ON". We recommend that you use the Digital TBC feature when.. playing back a tape recorded on a camcorder. playing back a tape repeatedly used. using this video recorder as the player for editing.

Soundtrack Selection

Your video recorder is capable of recording three soundtracks (HI-FI L, HI-FI R and NORM) and will play back the one you select.

During Playback

Pressing AUDIO on the remote control changes the soundtrack being played back as follows: TRACK Recorder's Front Panel + On-Screen Display HI FI L L HI FI HI FI NORM + + NORM R R USE For Hi-Fi stereo tapes For main audio of Bilingual tapes For sub audio of Bilingual tapes For audio-dubbed tapes For audio-dubbed tapes

NORM HI FI NORM

" + " should normally be selected. In this mode, Hi-Fi stereo tapes are played back in stereo, and the normal audio track is played back automatically for tapes with only normal audio. For instructions on recording stereo and bilingual programmes, refer to page 23. "O.S.D." must be set to "ON" or the on-screen displays will not appear ( pg. 11).
TV signals being received by the recorders built-in tuner can be recorded onto a video tape. You can capture a TV programme using your video recorder.

Basic Recording

Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact. The counter is reset to 0:00:00 and the recorder power comes on automatically.

CHOOSE A PROGRAMME

Press TV PROG +/ or the NUMBER keys to select the channel you wish to record.

SET TAPE SPEED

Press SP/LP ( ). Check the SP/LP indicator on the recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape speed.

START RECORDING

Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote control, or press RECORD on the recorder. B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the first SP and the first LP recording after inserting the cassette ( pg. 24). If "DIRECT REC" is set to "ON", the programme that appears on the TV screen will be recorded ( pg. 13).

NUMBER

PAUSE/RESUME RECORDING
Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.

STOP RECORDING

Press STOP on the remote control or STOP/EJECT on the recorder. Then press STOP/EJECT to remove the cassette.
Accidental erasure prevention
To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette, remove its safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

RECORD

Record safety tab
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.

Recording Features

RE SE T C. TV O PR
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

Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to set the channel controls on the TV for the station you wish to view. The programme selected with the TVs channel controls appears on the TV screen while the one selected with the recorder's TV PROG buttons is recorded on the tape. If a decoder is connected to the recorder ( pg. 46), you can select a scrambled channel as well with the TV channel controls.
Instant Timer Recording (ITR)
This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours (selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the recorder off after recording is finished.
Press RECORD on the recorder.

ENGAGE ITR MODE

Press RECORD again. " the front display panel. " blinks and 0:30 appears on

SET RECORDING DURATION

If you want to record for more than 30 minutes, press RECORD to extend the time. Each press extends recording time by 30 minutes.
You can only perform ITR using the RECORD button on the recorder's front panel.
Elapsed Recording Time Indication
You can check the exact time of a recording.

SET COUNTER DISPLAY

Press : until a counter reading appears on the display panel.

RESET COUNTER

Press C. RESET (or 0000) before starting recording or playback. The counter is reset to 0:00:00 and shows the exact elapsed time as the tape runs.

Tape Remaining Time

DISPLAY REMAINING TIME
Press : until the time remaining on the tape appears. The display panel shows the tape remaining time with " " displayed. By pressing the : button, you can change the display to show the counter reading, channel position*, clock time or tape remaining time.
* channel position is not displayed during playback.
Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away, or is not correct. " : " may sometimes appear, or the display may blink on occasion.

RECORDING (cont.)

S-VHS (Super VHS) and VHS
Your recorder can record in either S-VHS or VHS.
To record in S-VHS: Perform the steps below to set "S-VHS" to "AUTO". Then, insert a cassette marked "S-VHS", the S-VHS indicator will light on the display panel. The S-VHS recording mode will be selected. To record in VHS: Insert a cassette marked "VHS". The VHS recording mode will be automatically selected regardless of the S-VHS mode setting.

To record in VHS on an S-VHS cassette: Insert the cassette marked "S-VHS", the S-VHS indicator will light on the display panel. Then, perform the steps below to set the "S-VHS" to "OFF"; the S-VHS indicator will go out. The VHS recording mode will be selected.

Retake

You can cut out unnecessary parts of a TV programme while you're recording it. End of programme
Programme Unnecessary part

Beginning of programme

Unnecessary part

Programme

Recorded part Go back to end of programme to cut out unnecessary part

SELECT S-VHS MODE

Move the highlight (pointer) to "S-VHS" by pressing %, then press OK or # to select "AUTO" or "OFF".

ENGAGE RECORD-PAUSE MODE

Press PAUSE during recording.

LOCATE START POINT

Turn the JOG dial to the left or right (or hold down REW or FF) and release it when you reach the point where you want to resume recording. * Your recorder returns to the Record-Pause mode.

RESUME RECORDING

Press PLAY when you wish to resume recording.
When playing back a tape that has been recorded in S-VHS, the S-VHS indicator lights on the display panel regardless of the "S-VHS" mode setting.
Retake function does not work during Direct Rec ( pg. 13).
Receiving Stereo And Bilingual Programmes
Your recorder is equipped with a Sound-Multiplex decoder (A2) and a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM) making reception of stereo and bilingual broadcasts possible. When the channel is changed, the type of broadcast being received will be displayed on the TV screen for a few seconds. Type of Broadcast Being Received
On-screen Display ST BIL (none) ST NICAM BIL NICAM NICAM

AUDIO2

A2 Stereo A2 Bilingual Regular Monaural NICAM Stereo NICAM Bilingual NICAM Monaural
To listen to a stereo programme, press AUDIO until " " and " " appear on the front display panel or "HIFI L R" appears on the screen. To listen to a bilingual programme, press AUDIO until " " or " " appears on the front display panel, or "HIFI L " or "HIFI R" appears on the screen (as required). To listen to the Standard (regular monaural) audio while receiving a NICAM broadcast, press AUDIO until "NORM" appears on the front display panel or on the screen.

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. 1 Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen. 2 Press % to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET", then press OK or #. 3 Press % to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "AV1 SELECT". 4 Press OK or # to select "VIDEO" or "S-VIDEO". aVIDEO : If a connected device's output is compatible only with regular video signals, set "AV1 SELECT" to "VIDEO". bS-VIDEO : If a connected device's output is compatible with Y/C signals, set "AV1 SELECT" to "S-VIDEO". This setting will let you take advantage of higherquality S-VHS pictures. 5 Press MENU to return to normal screen. If "AV2 SELECT" is set to "DECODER", it is impossible to set "AV1 SELECT" to "S-VIDEO".
PREVIOUS PAGE POWER SAVE OFF S-VHS AUTO AV1 SELECT VIDEO AV2 SELECT AV2 COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC

AV2 SELECT Setting

Set "AV2 SELECT" to the appropriate mode depending on the type of unit connected to the rear panel AV2 IN/DECODER connector of this recorder. 1 Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen. 2 Press % to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET", then press OK or #. 3 Press % to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "AV2 SELECT". 4 Press OK or # to select "AV2", "DECODER" or "SAT". aAV2 : To use this recorder as the recording deck with the player connected to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, or to use the satellite tuner connected to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector. bDECODER : To use a decoder connected to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector. cSAT : To view a satellite programme with the TV set while the recorder is in Timer mode, in Stop mode, recording or turned off. ( pg. 43) 5 Press MENU to return to normal screen. If you have a decoder connected to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, be sure to set "AV2 SELECT" back to "DECODER" after editing. If you're not connecting a decoder to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, leave "AV2 SELECT" set to "AV2". The default setting is "AV2"; if the recorder's memory backup has expired due to a power cut or because the AC was removed from the recorder, "AV2" will be automatically selected when the power is restored to the recorder. If you are using a decoder, be sure to set "AV2 SELECT" back to "DECODER". If the AV1 OUT switch on the rear panel is set to Y/C, it is impossible to set "AV2 SELECT" to "DECODER".

Audio Dubbing

Video/Hi-Fi audio track

Mixer output

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 on the remote control to select " + (L+R)+NORM" ( pg. 19). Audio dubbing stops automatically when the counter reaches "0:00:00", and the recorder enters the Play mode. Check the counter reading before dubbing. Audio dubbing is also possible using the rear panel AV1 IN/OUT or AV2 IN/DECODER connector. When using these connectors, make sure to select the correct input mode in step 2. Audio dubbing cannot be performed on a cassette that has had its record safety tab removed. When playing back an audio-dubbed tape, press AUDIO on the remote control to select the soundtrack you wish to hear ( pg. 19).

Audio-dubbed tape

U PA SE
Connect an audio component to the AUDIO L + R connectors on the recorder's front panel. When connecting monaural equipment, use only the recorder's AUDIO L connector.

CD Player etc.

SET INPUT MODE
Press NUMBER key "0" and/or TV PROG so that "F-1" or "S-1" appears in place of a channel number.
Press PLAY to start playback of the tape in your recorder, and press PAUSE when you find the point where you want to start dubbing.
Audio mixer Original sound AUDIO OUT

ENGAGE AUDIO DUBBING

Press A. DUB. Your recorder enters the Audio Dubbing Pause mode. (" " blinks, " " and " " light up on the front display panel.) To perform audio dubbing with audio mixing, press AUDIO on the remote control to select " + (L+R)" at this point. * Audio dubbing with audio mixing is not possible if you're using a monaural audio component, or if you don't have an audio mixer.

START DUBBING

Engage the audio component's Play mode, then press PLAY to start the tape in your recorder. Audio dubbing begins at this point. " " blinks and " " is displayed on the front display panel. To stop dubbing temporarily, press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume dubbing.

Perform the following steps only if Auto Channel Set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up function or by Preset Download ( pg. 6, 8). you have moved to a different area or if a new station starts broadcasting in your area. Your recorder needs to memorize all necessary stations in channel positions in order to record TV programmes. Auto Channel Set automatically assigns all receivable stations in your area to call them up by using the TV PROG buttons without going through any vacant channel.

Tuner Set

Auto Channel Set
ACCESS AUTO CH SET SCREEN

PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL SET

Press OK twice.
AUTO SET You can set up the recorder's tuner also PLEASE WAIT by Preset Download ( pg. 8). + + + 0 The Auto Set screen appears, and remains [MENU] : EXIT on screen while the recorder searches for receivable Beginning End stations. As Auto Channel Set progresses, the " " mark on the screen moves from left to right. Wait until the screen as shown in step 7 appears.

VIEW CONFIRMATION SCREEN

After "SCAN COMPLETED" PR CH ID PR CH ID ARD 08 C26 E-SP is displayed on the screen 02 C08 SKY55 WEST for about 5 seconds, the ZDF 10 C24 SATC65 RAIC23 OSF Confirmation screen 05 C31 BBClooking like the one to the 06 C32 BBC07 C33 3SAT 14 right appears. The stations [5 ] your recorder located = : EDIT = [X] : DELETE appear on a Confirmation [MENU] : EXIT screen channel positions (PR), channels C: Cable (CH) and station names (ID pg. 53). The blueback screen and the programme currently being broadcast by the blinking station appear alternately for 8 seconds each. To view the next page, use the % @ # button on the remote control. The stations located in the selected country appear at the top of the list. The Guide Program numbers will also be set automatically during Auto Channel Set.
Press MENU. Using the Confirmation screen, you can skip or add channel positions, enter station names and perform other operations. Refer to pages for the procedures. Depending on reception conditions, the stations may not be stored in order, and the station names may not be stored correctly. For information on scrambled broadcasts, refer to page 51.
Fine tuning is performed automatically during Auto Channel Set. If you want to perform it manually, refer to page 54. If you perform Auto Channel Set when the aerial cable is not connected properly, "SCAN COMPLETED -NO SIGNAL-" appears on the screen in step 7. When this happens, make sure of the aerial connection and press OK; Auto Channel Set will take place again.

When Receiving A Scrambled Broadcast
Press % @ # until the item you want to delete begins blinking.

SELECT ITEM

Set "AV2 SELECT" to "DECODER" ( pg. 40).

SELECT DECODER MODE

DELETE CHANNEL
Press. The item directly beneath the cancelled one moves up one line. Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary.
ACCESS CONFIRMATION SCREEN
Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channel Manually" on page 50.
Press % @ # to select the channel position broadcasting scrambled programmes, then press OK twice.

SELECT POSITION

Press # until "OFF" (decoder setting) begins blinking, and set it to "ON" by pressing %.

CHANGE DECODER SETTING

Change Station Channel Position
RETURN TO CONFIRMATION SCREEN
Press OK. Repeat steps 3 through 5 as necessary.
Press % @ # until the item you want to move begins blinking. Then press OK and the station name (ID) and its channel (CH) number begin blinking. Press % @ # to move the station to the new channel position, then press OK. Example: If you moved the station in position 4 to position 2, the stations originally in positions 2 and 3 each move down one space.
PR 07 CH 25 CC65 C31 C32 C33

SELECT NEW POSITION

If channel positions are changed or deleted, the Guide Program numbers that have been set are reset. Example 1: If a channel is deleted, all the Guide Program numbers are reset. Example 2: If a channel is changed from position 4 to position 2, the Guide Program numbers above position 4 are reset. Example 3: If a channel is changed from position 4 to position 6, the Guide Program numbers above position 6 are reset. * In Examples 2 and 3, if the channel is moved to position 10 before OK is pressed, the Guide Program numbers above position 10 are reset. If an attempt is made at timer programming with SHOWVIEW in this state, the GUIDE PROG SET screen appears; set the Guide Program numbers on this screen. ATTENTION Regarding Guide Program Number Set on pg. 27. Or perform Guide Program Number Set ( pg. 58).
ID ARD SKY1 ZDF RAI1 BBC1 BBC2 3SAT

CH CC24 C23 C25

With AV Connection or S-VIDEO Connection
Press TV PROG until the display panel shows "1OUT " (or "2OUT ").
Now the video channel is set to off.

With RF Connection

Press TV PROG + or to set the video recorder to a vacant channel between 22 and 69 which is not occupied by any local station in your area. (Ex.) If channel 50 is available in your area
With AV Connection or S-VIDEO Connection: To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode. With RF Connection: The channel on which the screen in step 3 appears clearly is your video channel. To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to the Video Channel.

SET JUST CLOCK

The default setting is OFF. Set as desired by pressing %, then press OK or #. For the Just clock function, "Just Clock" on page 56. If you set to OFF, you can disregard the next step as you wont be able to receive regular clock adjustments.
SET CLOCK DATA SOURCE CHANNEL POSITION
The recorder is preset to receive clock setting and adjustment data from channel position 1. Press % to set the channel position to the number representing the station transmitting clock setting data, then press OK or #.

START CLOCK OPERATION

Just Clock (when set to "ON") adjusts the recorder's built-in clock every hour, except for 23:00, 0:00, 1:00 and 2:00. Just Clock is not effective when. the recorders power is on. the recorder is in the Timer mode. a difference of more than 3 minutes exists between the built-in clocks time and the actual time. the recorder is in the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode ( pg. 33). the recorder is in the Power Save mode ( pg. 12). If Just Clock is set to "ON", the recorders clock is automatically adjusted at the start/end of Summer Time. Just Clock may not function properly depending on the reception condition.

SHOWVIEW Setup

Normally, Auto Set Up ( pg. 6), Preset Download ( pg. 8) or Auto Channel Set ( pg. 48) sets the Guide Program Numbers automatically. You need to set the Guide Program Numbers manually only in the following cases. When timer-programming with SHOWVIEW, the channel position, where the station you wish to record is received on your recorder, is not selected or when you add a channel after Auto Set Up or Auto Channel Set has taken place. Set the Guide Program Number for that station manually. When you delete a channel or change channel positions manually after Auto Set Up or Auto Channel Set has taken place. Set the Guide Program Numbers for all the receivable stations manually. When you wish to timer-record a satellite programme with SHOWVIEW. Set the Guide Program Numbers for all satellite broadcasts received on your satellite tuner.

2. Noise appears during visual search. 3. Noise appears during normal playback. 4. The playback picture is blurred or interrupted while TV broadcasts are clear. 5. Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi soundtrack.
Automatic tracking is engaged.
Engage and adjust tracking manually. ( pg. 17)
1. Recording cannot be started.
There is no cassette loaded, or the cassette loaded has had its Record Safety tab removed. L-1, L-2, F-1 or S-1 has been selected as the input mode. The source (another video recorder, camcorder) has not been properly connected. All necessary power switches have not been turned on. The input mode is not correct. The camcorder has not been properly connected. The input mode is not correct.
Insert a cassette, or using adhesive tape, reseal the slot where the tab was removed. Set to the desired channel. Confirm that the source is properly connected. Confirm that all units power switches are turned on. Set the input mode to L-1, L-2, F-1 or S-1. Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected. Set the input mode to L-1, L-2, F-1 or S-1.
2. TV broadcasts cannot be recorded. 3. Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.
4. Camcorder recording is not possible.
1. Timer recording wont work.

TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

The clock and/or the timer have been set incorrectly. The timer is not engaged. Timer recording is in progress.
Re-perform the clock and/or timer settings. Press and confirm that is displayed on the display panel. Timer programming cant be performed while a timer recording is in progress. Wait until it finishes. Load a cassette with the Record Safety tab intact, or cover the hole using adhesive tape. Remove the cassette and cover the hole with adhesive tape, or insert a cassette with the Record Safety tab intact. Check the programmed data and reprogram as necessary, then press again. The programme may not have been recorded in its entirety. Next time make sure you have enough time on the tape to record the entire programme. Refer to "Guide Program Number Set" and re-perform the procedure ( pg. 58).
2. Timer programming is not possible.
3. and ] on the display panel wont stop blinking. 4. The cassette is automatically ejected, and and ] on the display panel wont stop blinking. 5. blinks for 10 seconds and the Timer mode is disengaged.
The timer is engaged but theres no cassette loaded. The loaded cassette has had its Record Safety tab removed.
has been pressed when there are no programs in memory, or the timer record information has been programmed incorrectly. The end of the tape was reached during timer recording.

GENERAL Power requirement : AC V`, 50/60 Hz Power consumption Power on : 24 W Power off : 5.5 W Temperature Operating : 5C to 40C Storage : 20C to 60C Operating position : Horizontal only Dimensions (WxHxD) : 400 x 94 x 347 mm Weight : 3.9 kg Format : S-VHS/VHS PAL standard Maximum recording time (SP) : 240 min. with E-240 video cassette (LP) : 480 min. with E-240 video cassette VIDEO/AUDIO Signal system TUNER/TIMER TV channel storage capacity

SPECIFICATIONS

: 99 positions (+AUX position) Tuning system : Frequency synthesized tuner Channel coverage : VHF 47 89/104 300/ 302 470MHz UHF 470 862MHz Aerial output : UHF channels (Adjustable) Memory backup time : Approx. 60 min. ACCESSORIES Provided accessories : RF cable, Infrared remote control unit, "R6" battery x 2
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise specified. E.& O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
: PAL-type colour signal and CCIR monochrome signal, 625 lines 50 fields Recording system : DA4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system Signal-to-noise ratio : 45 dB Horizontal resolution : 250 lines (VHS) 400 lines (S-VHS) Frequency range : 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz (Normal audio) 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (Hi-Fi audio) Input/Output : 21-pin SCART connectors : IN/OUT x 1, IN/DECODER x 1 RCA connectors: VIDEO IN x 1, AUDIO IN x 1, AUDIO OUT x 1 S-Video connectors: IN x 1, OUT x 1

HR-S7600/7611EU

Auto Set Up referring to the display panel
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. The video recorder is turned off. Load batteries into the remote control.

(recorder/remote).

International Telephone Country Code
BELGIUM ESK REPUBLIKA DANMARK DEUTSCHLAND ESPAA GREECE ITALIA MAGYARORSZG NEDERLAND : : : : : : : : : 31 NORGE STERREICH POLSKA PORTUGAL SUISSE SUOMI SVERIGE OTHER WESTERN EUROPE OTHER EASTERN EUROPE : : : : : : : : : 46 -EE

Press % (remote) to select the international telephone country code.
(Ex.) DEUTSCHLAND is selected.
If you have selected a country code other than 32 (BELGIUM) or 41 (SUISSE), go to step 3. If you have selected 36 (MAGYARORSZAG), 42 (CESKA REPUBLIKA), 48 (POLSKA) or EE (OTHER EASTERN EUROPE), press OK. Clock Set screen will appear. Set the clock manually ( pg. 56 57), then go to step 3. If you have selected 32 (BELGIUM) or 41 (SUISSE), press OK (remote) and select the language code by pressing % (remote), then go to step 3.
(Ex.) FRANCAIS is selected for BELGIUM Language Code
ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO CASTELLANO : : : : : 05 NEDERLANDS SVENSKA NORSK SUOMI DANSK : : : : : 10

Language Code

Press OK (remote). "Auto" appears on the display panel.
Press OK (remote) to start Auto Set Up. Do NOT press any button on the video recorder or remote control during "Auto" is blinking.
If " : " appears on the display panel, see page 9 of the instructions.
* Once you have performed Auto Set Up, even if the recorder's memory backup has expired, the recorder will not perform Auto Set Up again. Perform tuner setting ( pg. 48) and/or clock setting ( pg. 56) as required.
FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE INSTRUCTIONS/P6
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
COPYRIGHT 1999 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
Printed in Malaysia 0699IYV ID PJ1

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.

ATTENTION:

POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU 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.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void users authority to operate the equipment.
n 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. n As an ENERGY STAR Partner, JVC has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
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.

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.

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.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

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.
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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

VCR Plus+ Timer Programing. 30 Changing VCR Plus+ Setting. 32 Express Timer Programing. 34 Checking program settings.. 36 Canceling or changing program settings. 36 When programs overlap each other.. 37

THER USEFUL FUNCTIONS

ASIC PLAYBACK AND RECORDING
Useful Function Settings.. VIDEO CALIBRATION. PICTURE CONTROL.. AUTO TIMER.. SUPERIMPOSE.. AUTO SP=EP TIMER.. VIDEO STABILIZER... BLUE BACK... 2ND AUDIO RECORD.. AUDIO MONITOR... S-VHS MODE.. AV COMPU-LINK.. REAR AUX INPUT.. FRONT AUX INPUT (ONLY FOR HR-S4800U). EDIT FUNCTION (ONLY FOR HR-S4800U). 42 Child Lock... 43
Basic Playback.. 21 Basic Playback Features.. 22 Changing display information.. 22 Checking tape position.. 22 Playing back tape repeatedly Repeat Play. 22 Adjusting tracking condition Tracking Adjustments.. 23 Selecting monitor sound Audio Monitor. 23 Automatic operations after rewinding Next Function Memory. 23 Locating beginning of recordings Index Search. 24 Locating beginning of timer recordings Instant Review.. 24 Basic Recording.. 25 Basic Recording Features.. 26 Changing display information.. 26 Specifying recording length Instant Timer Recording (ITR).. 26 Watching one program while recording another. 26 Showing on-screen display.. 27 Recording on VHS tapes with S-VHS quality Super VHS ET.. 27

DITING

Edit From Camcorder.. 44 Edit To Or From Another VCR.. 46 Audio Dubbing (ONLY FOR HR-S4800U). 47 Insert Editing and AV Dubbing (ONLY FOR HR-S4800U).. 48
ULTI-BRAND REMOTE CONTROL
TV Brand Setting... 50 Cable Box Brand Setting.. 51 DBS Receiver Brand Setting.. 52 Changing Remote Control Code. 53

ROUBLESHOOTING

Questions and answers.. 57

PECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK

Special Effect Playback.. Locating particular scene rapidly Picture Search. 7 High-Speed Picture Search.. 7 Variable-Speed Picture Search.. Viewing still picture Still Picture Playback. Skipping unwanted portions Skip Search. Viewing still picture frame by frame Frame-by-Frame Playback.. Viewing slow motion picture Slow Motion Playback..
List of terms.. Front panel.. Front display panel.. Rear panel... On-screen display... Remote..

PECIFICATIONS

OR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) ARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)

INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR

Basic Connections
Antenna or cable ANTENNA IN (Antenna or cable input) Coaxial cable Flat feeder VIDEO OUT AC Power Cord AUDIO OUT Matching transformer (not supplied)

CABLE BOX

REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPU -LINK AUDIO

ANTENNA IN

S V I D E O

VHF/UHF TV OUT

VIDEO CH3 CH4

Back of VCR AC Outlet

S VIDEO OUT

TV OUT

S-video cable (supplied)
To S-video input connector Audio/video cable (supplied)
To Audio/video input connectors RF cable (supplied) To 75 ohm terminal TV

Check contents

Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in SPECIFICATIONS (Z pg. 62).
Final preparation for use
Turn on the VCR and set the CH3-CH4 switch on the rear (shown below) to either CH3 or CH4 correctly. c The CH3CH4 switch is preset to the CH3 position. Set to CH4 if CH3 is used for broadcasting in your area. (To view the picture from this VCR through this channel, select the same channel on the TV with the CH3CH4 switch setting on the VCR.) c You can now perform basic playback (Z pg. 21) or basic recording (Z pg. 25).

Situate VCR

Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.

Connect VCR to TV

The following connections are required. RF Connection 1 Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV. 2 Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the rear of the VCR. 3 Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the TVs antenna input terminal. AV Connection (improves picture quality during tape playback.)

VIDEO CH3 CH4 CH3 CH4

If your TV is equipped with audio/video input connectors 1 Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the illustration. 2 Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video input connectors on the TV.
S-video Connection (allows you to make the most of the S-VHS picture performance.)

Back of VCR

NOTES:
c The VCR channel is the channel on which you can watch the picture from the VCR on the TV when only using the RF connection. The VCRs CH3-CH4 switch, on the back of the VCR, sets the VCR channel to CH3 or CH4. c Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your VCR to your TV, you must also connect it using the RF cable. This will ensure that you can record one show while watching another (Z pg. 26). c For full identification of the VCRs rear panel, refer to the Index ( Z pg. 60).
If your TV is equipped with an S-video input connector 1 Perform RF Connection and AV Connection above. 2 Connect an S-video cable between the S VIDEO OUT connector on the rear of the VCR and the S-video input connector on the TV.

Connect VCR to power source
Connect the AC power plug to an AC outlet. c The clock and tuner channels will automatically be set when the antenna is connected and when the AC power cord is first connected to an AC power outlet (Z pg. 8). (If Auto or CH is displayed on the front display panel before the VCR is turned on, the clock and tuner channels are being set automatically. Wait until the clock time is displayed on the front display panel before turning on the VCR.)

INITIAL SETTINGS

This VCR sets the clock and tuner channels automatically when AC power cord is first connected to an AC outlet. The antenna cable must be connected for the Plug & Play setting. The time and date can be set automatically by the clock setting data transmitted from one of the regular TV broadcast channels. We call this TV channel the host channel and it is a PBS channel in your area.

Plug & Play Setting

Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set

ATTENTION

c If you use a cable box, Plug & Play will not function; set the clock and tuner channels separately. (Z pg.10 14) c It takes several minutes for the VCR to complete the Plug & Play setting. c Do not press any buttons on the front panel or on the Remote while Plug & Play is in progress.
Perform Plug & Play setup
Connect the antenna cable to the VCR (Z pg. 6). Then connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet. Do not turn on the VCR. The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically.
c Auto Clock Set is performed first. Auto blinks on the front display panel during Auto Clock Set. c Auto Channel Set is performed next. Auto Channel Set scans all the channels that are receivable by your VCR. During Auto Channel Set, the channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set. c When Plug & Play setting has been complete successfully, the correct clock time is displayed. If you perform Plug & Play setting successfully, there is no need to perform the clock (Z pg. 10) and tuner (Z pg. 13) settings. If, however, you want to add or delete channels, refer to Manual Channel Set on page 14.
During Initial Auto Clock Set Auto blinks.
During Auto Channel Set The channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set.
Plug & Play Completed The current time (including AM/PM) is displayed.
* If an incorrect clock time or : appears on the display panel, see What to do if Plug & Play setting failed below.

INFORMATION

c If AUTO CLOCK is set to ON on the Clock Set screen on page 11, the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host channel every hour (except 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) using the incoming PBS channel clock setting data. (This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR is turned off. The clock will be adjusted just on these hours on the time displayed on the front display panel, not on the actual real time.) The default setting of AUTO CLOCK is ON. c If the memory backup fails, because a power outage occurs or because the AC power cord is unplugged, Plug & Play will be performed when power is restored to the VCR. c Poor antenna or cable signal may prevent the VCR from receiving the Auto clock setting data from the PBS channel. If this function is taking a considerable amount of time, it may be necessary to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Set procedure.

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

Enter cable box brand

On the Remote ONLY: Press the appropriate Number keys to enter the brand code from the list shown to the right, then press OK.

CABLE BOX BRAND SET 1

PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) THEN (OK) TO TEST PRESS (MENU) TO END
c If the cable boxs channel changes to 9, CABLE BOX BRAND SET setting is complete 1 Press OK and CABLE DID YOUR CABLE BOX BOX CONTROL IS CHANGE TO CHANNEL 09? ON appears on the = YES NO screen for about 5 PRESS (5,), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END seconds, then it returns to the normal screen. c If the cable box's channel does not change to Press SHUTTLE PLUS % (or CH 5 on the front panel) to move the highlight bar (arrow) to NO. 2 Press OK. 3 Repeat step 7 until the cable boxs channel changes to 9 by entering another code. 4 If the channel does not change after going through all the code numbers listed for your model of cable box, then try all the other numbers between 1 and 25.

If the VCRs clock has not been set (with AUTO CLOCK set to ON)
CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY appears for about 5 seconds when you press OK in step 6, then the Clock Set screen appears. Perform Manual Clock Set on page 12. If you press MENU after the clock has been set, the Cable Box Brand Set screen appears.
c The Controller may not work with all types of cable box. c If your cable box does not respond to any code between 1 and 25, you cannot use the Controller to change cable box channels. In this case, make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start time of timer recording. Contact your cable company about the possibility of exchanging your current cable box with the one compatible with your VCR. c The VCR can only change the cable box channel through the Controller during timer recording. c If your cable box 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 cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start time of timer recording. c If the VCRs memory backup expires because of a power failure, set the cable box output channel and brand again. c For customers in U.S.A.: If you are unable to set the Controller, contact JVC toll free at 1-800-252-5722.
The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver. The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the DBS receivers channels during timer recording.
DBS Receiver Control Setting
Place the DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver on top of the VCR. Attach the VCRs Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controllers transmitter pointed towards the DBS receivers remote sensor.
c 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. c The VCR can automatically change the DBS receiver channels using the Controller when the VCR has been programed using Express timer programing (Z pg. 34). Because satellite programing does not use PlusCode, the Controller cannot change the DBS receiver channels during VCR Plus+ timer recording. c If a cable box is also used, it is recommended that you connect the DBS receiver to your VCRs audio/video input connectors and the cable box to your VCRs antenna input terminal.

Setting DBS receiver output channel & brand
After installation, set the DBS receivers output channel and its brand correctly; otherwise, the Controller cannot work correctly.
c If your DBS receiver 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 DBS receivers output (CH3 or CH4) appears on the screen. c If your DBS receiver 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 DBS receiver 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 DBS receiver Press CH 5 on the front panel or SHUTTLE PLUS % on the Remote until OFF appears on the screen. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE \

Turn on DBS receiver

Select a channel other than channel 55, 100 or 205 on your DBS receiver.

REC STOP/EJECT PAUSE

Access DBS Receiver Brand Set screen
Enter DBS Receivers brand
On the Remote ONLY: DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET Press the appropriate 40 Number keys to enter the brand code from the following list, then PRESS NUMBER KEY (09) press OK. THEN (OK) TO TEST PRESS (MENU) TO END The program currently received through the DBS receiver appears for about 10 seconds.
BRAND JVC (DISH Network) ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) PRIMESTAR SONY (DSS) RCA (DSS) CODE 40
c If the DBS receivers channel changes to the channel listed below for your brand, setting is complete JVC = 100 ECHOSTAR = 100 PRIMESTAR = 55 SONY = 205 RCA = 205 DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET Press OK and DBS RECEIVER CONTROL 51 IS ON appears on the DID YOUR DBS RECEIVER CHANGE TO CHANNEL 100? screen for about 5 = YES seconds, then it NO PRESS (5,), THEN (OK) returns to the normal PRESS (MENU) TO END screen. c If the DBS receivers channel does not change as shown above 1 Press SHUTTLE PLUS % (or CH 5 on the front panel) to move the highlight bar (arrow) to NO. 2 Press OK. 3 Re-enter the correct code.
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.

This function allows you to record on VHS tapes with SVHS picture quality. Tapes recorded using this function can be played back on a VCR equipped with the S-VHS ET function. c You can activate this function only before you start recording on a VHS tape. c Before recording, make sure VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to ON. (Z pg. 39)

Select S-VHS ET mode

Press S-VHS ET on the front panel. The S-VHS ET lamp lights up. c The S-VHS indicator lights on the front display panel. c To disengage the S-VHS ET mode, press S-VHS ET. The lamp goes off.
When the channel is changed on the VCR; c The STEREO indication appears on the screen for about 5 seconds if the program is a stereo broadcast. c The SAP indication appears on the screen for about 5 seconds if the program is a SAP broadcast. c Both indications appear when a stereo program is accompanied by SAP sound.
c S-VHS Recording Mode (Z pg. 41) This VCR allows you to record on an S-VHS tape with VHS picture quality.
On the front panel: Press REC ( ). On the Remote: While holding REC ( ), press PLAY ( 3 ).

SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK

Special Effect Playback

PLAY ( 3 )

Locating particular scene rapidly Picture Search
7 High-Speed Picture Search:
Possible during normal playback or still picture playback. You can rapidly locate a particular scene on the tape. On the front panel: To do forward picture search, turn the SHUTTLE ring fully to the right. When you release the ring, a still picture appears. To do reverse picture search, turn the SHUTTLE ring fully to the left. When you release the ring, a still picture appears. c If you turn the ring fully and release it within 1 second, picture search continues. On the Remote: ). To do forward picture search, press FF ( ). To do reverse picture search, press REW ( c If you press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds, simply releasing it cancels the picture search, and normal playback resumes. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).
7 Variable-Speed Picture Search:
You can change the speed of picture search. How to use the SHUTTLE ring on the front panel: Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right (forward search) or to the left (reverse search). As you turn the SHUTTLE ring, picture search speed changes (see the diagram below). When you release the ring, a still picture appears. c The speed of picture search is determined by the rotating angle of the SHUTTLE ring.

C A B D 1 A D E

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Slow motio n No (2 step Pl rm s) a
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Reverse

search

(3 steps)

00.1.31, 9:58 AM
How to use the SHUTTLE PLUS buttons on the Remote: To do forward picture search, press SHUTTLE PLUS repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the search speed increases. c To decrease the speed while forward picture search (toward normal playback, then reverse picture search), press SHUTTLE PLUS 4 repeatedly. To do reverse picture search, press SHUTTLE PLUS 4 repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the search speed increases while reverse picture search. c To decrease the speed while reverse picture search (toward normal playback, then forward picture search), press SHUTTLE PLUS repeatedly. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).
still picture frame D Viewing Frame-by-Frame Playback by frame 1 Pause during playback
Press PAUSE ( 8 ). Playback is freezed and a still picture appears.
Advance or reverse still picture
To advance a still picture, press SHUTTLE PLUS on the remote (or PAUSE ( 8 )) repeatedly. To reverse a still picture, press SHUTTLE PLUS 4 on the Remote repeatedly.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).
Viewing slow motion picture

Slow Motion Playback

Reverse Reverse search 3 steps Reverse play Reverse slow motion 2 steps Slow motion 2 steps Normal Play
Forward Forward search 4 steps
On the front panel: During normal playback or still picture playback: Turn the SHUTTLE ring slowly to the right (forward slow motion) or to the left (reverse slow motion) so that slow motion playback starts. When you release the ring, a still picture appears. c Holding PAUSE ( 8 ) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow motion playback. On the Remote: c During normal playback: Press SHUTTLE PLUS 4 to decrease the playback speed. Each time you press the button, the speed decreases (toward reverse slow motion playback, then reverse picture search). c Holding PAUSE ( 8 ) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow motion playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ). c During still picture playback: Press and hold SHUTTLE PLUS to start forward (or SHUTTLE PLUS 4 to start reverse) slow motion playback. When you release the button, slow motion playback stops and a still picture appears. c Holding PAUSE ( 8 ) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow motion playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( 3 ).

c While playing back a monaural tape, sounds on the normal track will be heard regardless of this setting. c If RF connection (Z pg. 7) is used for viewing pictures on the TV, sound will be monaural even though you select HI-FI. c You can also use the A. MONITOR button on the Remote to select the desired monitor sound. (Z pg. 23)

m S-VHS MODE

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.
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 (Z pg. 27).

m AV COMPU-LINK

The REMOTE PAUSE/AV COMPULINK terminal on the rear panel can be used as either the REMOTE PAUSE terminal or the AV COMPULINK terminal. When this function is set to ON, you can use the this terminal as the AV COMPULINK terminal. By connecting other JVCs AV COMPULINK components (see the diagram below), including amplifiers (or receivers) and televisions, one touch control of the audio and video components linked via their AV COMPULINK connectors becomes possible.
For example: simply load a cassette in the VCR and press PLAY ( 3 ) and the AV COMPULINK components automatically turn on, the TVs AV mode is selected and the VCR starts playback. (You do not have to press PLAY ( 3 ) if the cassettes record safety tab is removed.)
When this function is set to OFF, you can use this terminal as the REMOTE PAUSE terminal. (Z pg. 45)
Connection varies depending on the type of JVC TV you have. Refer to the TVs instruction manual when making this connection.

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AV COMPU LINK Television

This VCR

To AV COMPU LINK II (VCR ONLY) To AUDIO/ VIDEO IN

To S-VIDEO IN

To S-VIDEO OUT
To REMOTE PAUSE/ AV COMPULINK To AUDIO/ VIDEO OUT
S-video cable (supplied) Audio/video cable (supplied) Mini-plug cable (not supplied)

m FRONT AUX INPUT

VIDEO S-VIDEO
This function is ONLY FOR HR-S4800U. 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.

List of terms

This guide serves as a quick way to locate frequently used terms and on-screen display names.
Accidental erasure prevention 26 Audio Dubbing 47 Audio Monitor 23, 41 Auto Channel Set 13 Auto Daylight Saving Time 11 Auto SP=EP Timer 40 Auto Timer 39 Automatic tracking 23 AV connection 7 AV Compulink 41 AV Dubbing 48
Frame-by-Frame Playback 29 Function Set screen 38
Second Audio Record 40 Slow Motion Playback 29 Special effect playback Frame-by-Frame Playback 29 High-Speed Picture Search 28 How to use the SHUTTLE PLUS buttons 29 How to use the SHUTTLE ring 28 Picture Search 28 Skip Search 29 Slow Motion Playback 29 Still Picture Playback 29 Variable-Speed Picture Search 28 Specifications 62 Still Picture Playback 29 Superimpose 39 Super VHS ET 27 S-VHS mode setting 41 S-video connection 7

Guide channel 32

High-Speed Picture Search 28 Host channel 8
Index Search 24 Insert Editing 48 Instant Review 24 Instant Timer Recording (ITR) 26

Blue Back 40

Cable box setting Brand 16 Installing the Controller 15 Output channel 16 Changing VCR Plus+ Setting 32 Channel No. indication 26 Child Lock 43 Clock setting 10 Manual setting 12 Preparation 10 Semiauto setting 11 Clock time 22, 26 Connection to TV 6 Contents 5 Counter reset 22, 26

Language setting 9

Manual tracking 23 Multi-Brand Remote Controlling two JVC VCRs 53 Setting Cable Box brand 51 Setting DBS receiver brand 52 Setting TV brand 50
Tape position indicator 22 Tape remaining time 22, 26 Tape speed 25 Time counter 22, 26 Time zone selection 11 Timer recording Canceling 36 Changing 36 Checking 36 Express 34 Guide channel setting 32 Overlap 37 VCR PLUS+ 30

Next Function Memory 23

On-screen display 27, 60
DBS receiver setting Brand 19 Installing the Controller 18 Output channel 19
PBS channel 8 Picture Control 39 Picture Search 28 Playback 21 Plug & Play 8
Editing Audio Dubbing 47 AV Dubbing 48 Insert Editing 48 From a camcorder 44 From another VCR 46 Remote Pause function 41 To another VCR 46 Express timer recording 34
Recording 25 Recording Resume function 27 Remote Pause function 41 Repeat play 22 RF connection 7
Tracking 23 Troubleshooting 54 Tuner setting Adding channels 14 Auto Channel Set 13 Manual Channel Set 14 Skipping channels 14
Variable-Speed Picture Search 28 VCR PLUS+ timer recording 30 Video Calibration 39 Video input setting 42 Video Stabilizer 40

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