RCJ106M_NA1UJJ_ENG DVD RECORDER / VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER DR-MV7SU 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.
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INTRODUCTION About the Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . .7 Recommended recordable DVD discs . . . . . .7 Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Restrictions on video recording . . .
Introduction To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. About the Symbol Display “ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function is not permitted by this unit or specific media. Notes on Discs Handling Discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.
INTRODUCTION Recordable and Playable Discs DVD-RW (DVD - ReWritable) DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording. These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.
Playable Discs DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc) VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, MP3, WMA, JPEG or DivX files.
• You cannot record copy-protected video using this recorder. Copy-protected video includes DVD-Video discs and some satellite broadcasts. If copy-protected material is encountered during a recording, recording will pause or stop automatically and an error message will be displayed on-screen. • Video that is ‘copy-once only’ can only be recorded using a DVD-RW disc in VR mode with CPRM (see below).
Front Panel a b c fgh i j a STANDBY/ON (1/`) Switches the Recorder ON and OFF. b Disc Tray (DVD deck) Insert a disc here. c Z OPEN/CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. d Cassette Compartment (VCR deck) Insert a video cassette here. e Z EJECT Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. f N / X (PLAY / PAUSE) Starts playback. Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode. g x (STOP) Stops playback. h z (REC) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.
Skips 30 seconds forward during playback. AV INPUT a Changes the input to use for recording (Tuner, AV1, AV2, or DV IN). JVC TV Control Buttons - STANDBY/ON: Turns the TV on or off. - AV INPUT: Selects the TV’s source. - CH +/–: Selects TV’s channel. - VOL +/–: Adjusts TV’s volume. b b m/M c - DVD: Search backward or forward. - VCR: Rewinds/Advances the tape during the STOP mode, for fast reverse/ forward picture search. ./> Go to next chapter or track.
Rear Panel a b cd e i j k a ANT. IN Connect the antenna to this terminal. b S-VIDEO OUT Connect to a S-Video Input on TV. c COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs. d AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) Connect to a TV or other equipment with audio inputs. e AV IN 1 (VIDEO IN /AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).
Hookup and Settings Depending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect the recorder. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary for additional connection information. a Antenna OR HOOKUP AND SETTINGS OR Antenna Notes: • Make sure the Recorder is connected directly to the TV and tune the TV to the correct video input channel.
Connections to your TV Notes: • Set the resolution to 480p using OUTPUT STATUS button for progressive signal. • Progressive Scan does not work with the RF, Audio/Video or S-Video connections. Connect the RF OUT jack on the Recorder to the antenna in jack on the TV using the supplied 75-ohm Coaxial Cable (R). • If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear scrambled.
HDMI connection If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this recorder using a HDMI cable. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT jack on the recorder to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor (H). HDMI compatible TV HDMI H 2. Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual). • • • • If your TV is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz sampling frequency, set the [Sampling Freq.] option to [48 kHz] on the setup menu (See page 22).
Connection to an Amplifier Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic II/Pro Logic Rear of Recorder Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT (or AV OUT AUDIO) jacks on the Recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system using the audio cables (A) supplied.
Accessory Audio/V ideo (A/V) Connections to Recorder Connecting a Digital Camcorder Connect the AV IN jacks on the Recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using the optional audio/video cables. (Refer to page 40 for [Recording from External Components].) Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV in/out jack of your DV Digital Camcorder to the front panel DV IN jack of this Recorder.
Initial Setup W izard 4. Select [Auto] or [Manual] Clock Set option then press ENTER. When STANDBY/ON is pressed for the first time to turn the unit on, the Initial Setup Wizard function sets the Language, Channels and Clock. 1. Use v / V to select a language for the Setup menu and information display and then press ENTER. Auto 1. Use v / V to choose your Time Zone manually. 2. Use B to choose the [Daylight Savings] option. Use v / V to choose Auto, ON, or OFF. 3. Press ENTER to confirm your setting. 2.
From the Home Menu screen you can access all the Media for playback and recording of the recorder. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Use b / B to select the desired main option. 3. Use v / V to select the desired Sub option then press ENTER to confirm your selection. 4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME. Setup • Start: Displays Setup menu. Easy Menu • Dubbing : Displays [Dubbing] menu. • Disc Manager : Displays Disc Setup menu. • Rec. Mode : Displays Record Mode setup menu.
General Settings To Add or Erase Channels Tuning Band Select This feature allows you to add to or erase channels from memory manually. 1. Select the [Tuning Band] option then press B . 1. Select the [CH. Add/Del] option. 2. Use v / V to select the tuning band (TV or CATV) option then press ENTER. TV: If you are using a standard antenna to receive channels. CATV: If you are using basic cable to receive channels. 2. Press B to move to the third level. [Edit] icon is highlighted. 3.
Manual If your local TV station does not send date and time information, or sends incorrect information, you can set the clock manually. Language Settings Display Menu 1. Select the [Clock Set] > [Manual] option. Select a language for the Setup menu and information display. 2. Press ENTER. \ HOOKUP AND SETTINGS 3. Enter the necessary information for year, date and time. b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous or next column.
Audio Settings Recording Settings Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the Recorder’s Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use. Disc Record Mode You can set the picture quality for recording; XP (Excellent quality), SP (Standard quality), LP (Low quality), EP (Extend quality). Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG [Bitstream]: Select [Bitstream] if you connect the DVD+VCR’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder.
Notes: • Once you have finalized a DVD-R and DVD+R disc, you cannot edit or record anything else on that disc except DVD+RW. However, you can record and edit a DVD-RW disc by choosing [Unfinalize] option. • Finalization can take up to 3-4 minutes or more depending on the type of disc, how much is recorded on the disc, and the number of titles on the disc. Initialize If you load a completely blank disc, the recorder will initialize the disc. • DVD-R: The recorder initialize the disc to Video mode.
PBC PBC stands for Playback Control and refers to special menus and navigation features that are available on some Video CDs. [ON]: Video CDs are played according to the PBC, if available. [OFF]: Video CDs are played the same way as Audio CDs. AutoPlay Remote Control Function Remote Control A/B/C/D Code Switching The remote control is capable of controlling four JVC video units independently. Each of the units can respond to one of four codes (A, B, C or D).
General Explanation of On-Screen Display Some DVDs require specific operation or allow only limited operation during playback. When this occurs, is displayed, action prohibited or not available. Displaying Disc Information on-screen You can display various information about the disc or tape loaded on-screen. Some items can be changed using the menu. 1. Press DISPLAY once to show current status.
Playback Playing a Tape Playing a DVD or V ideo CD 1. Press VCR to control the VCR deck. 1. Press DVD to control the DVD deck. 2. Insert a pre-recorded video cassette. 2. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z) to open the disc tray. Load your chosen disc in the tray, with the playback side down. • If the unit is powered off, it will power on automatically when the tape is loaded. • If the Timer indicator lights on the front panel display window, press STANDBY/ON once. 3. Press PLAY (N) to start playback.
VCR Playback Features Buttons Operations EJECT (Z) Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. PAUSE (X) Pause playback. Press repeatedly to step forward one frame at a time. • m (BACKWARD) Scan forward. In Stop mode, fast forwards the tape. In Pause mode, starts slow motion playback. • After 3 minutes in SEARCH mode the Recorder returns to PLAY mode to protect the tape and video heads • After 3 minutes in SLOW MOTION mode the Recorder goes back to PLAY mode to protect the tape and video heads.
DVD or Video CD Playback Features Buttons Operations Discs OPEN / CLOSE (Z) Opens or closes the disc tray. All Discs PAUSE (X) Pause playback. All Discs Press repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame. You can also use b / B to step backward and forward while in Pause mode. • This function is forward only for Video CD. DVD ALL VCD DVD ALL ACD VCD In Pause mode, press m (BACKWARD) / M (FORWARD) for slow motion playback (4 steps).
DVD or Video CD Playback Features (Continued) Buttons Operations PLAY MODE Select a desired play mode while playback. AUDIO Discs [A-] : Repeats a sequence between A (Start point) and B (End point) during playback. Press ENTER at your chosen end point then the repeat sequence begins. DVD ALL VCD Karaoke DVD [CHAPTER] : Repeats the current chapter. DVD ALL [TITLE] : Repeats the current title. DVD ALL [ALL] : Repeats the all titles/tracks. VCD ACD -RWVR [TRACK] : Repeats the current track.
Special Playback Options If a menu screen is displayed DVD VCD In some cases, the disc menu might appear instead. DVD Use the b B v V buttons to select the title/chapter you want to view, then press ENTER to start. Press TITLE or DISC MENU/LIST to return to the menu screen. VCD Use the number buttons to select the track you want to view and press RETURN to return to the menu screen. Menu settings and operating procedures may differ. Follow the instructions on each menu screen.
Playing a DivX Movie File The Recorder can play Divx files. Before playing DivX files, read “About DivX movie files” on right. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [Movie] > [DISC] and press ENTER. 3. Use v / V to select a folder, and press ENTER twice. A list of files in the folder appears. 4. Use v / V to select a file then press PLAY (N). Playback starts. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to pages 28-30. 2. Press v / V to select an option, and press ENTER.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA files Audio CD and Music menu options 1. Press v / V to select a track/file or folder on the Audio CD or Music menu then press ENTER. The Recorder can play Audio CDs and MP3/WMA files. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read [MP3/WMA audio file requirement] on right. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [Music] > [DISC] and press ENTER. The Audio CD or Music menu appears on the TV screen. 2. Use v / V to select an option, then press ENTER.
V iewing a JPEG files This unit can play JPEG files. Before playing JPEG recordings, read “Photo file requirement” on page 34. Photo menu options 1. Use v V b B to select a file then press ENTER. The menu options appear. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [Photo] > [DISC] and press ENTER. 3. Use v V b B to select a file or folder and press ENTER. 2. Use v / V to select an option then press ENTER to confirm your selection.
View Slide Shows Photo file requirement 1. Select [Slide Show] option on the Photo menu. File extensions “.jpg” 2. Press ENTER. Photo size: Less than 4MB recommended CD-R Format: ISO 9660 and JOLIET. DVD±R/RW Format: ISO 9660 (UDF Bridge format) 3. Use b / B / v / V to set the options. [Object] option: • [Selected] Views slide show only selected files. • [All] Views slide show all files. [Speed] option: Sets the Slide Show speed to [Normal], [Slow], or [Fast]. 4.
About DVD recording Notes for recording Notes: • This Recorder cannot record CD-R or CD-RW discs. • The recording times shown are not exact because the recorder uses variable bit-rate video compression. This means that the exact recording time will depend on the material being recorded. • When recording a TV broadcast, if the reception is poor or the picture contains interference, the recording times may be shorter. • If you record still pictures or audio only, the recording time may be longer.
Basic Recording from a TV Instant T imer Recording Follow the instructions below to record a TV program. Recording starts immediately and continues until the disc or tape is full or you stop the recording. Instant Timer Recording allows you to make a recording easily of a preset length without using the program timer. 1. Switch on the Recorder, select the device (VCR or DVD) for Recording and load a recordable disc or tape. Also make sure that the TV input is set to this recorder. 1.
Notes: • You must insert a recordable disc or tape. The Timer Recording function allows you to record up to 16 programs within a period of one month. • The Timer indicator lights on the front panel display. 1. Press HOME and the Home menu appears. 2. Select [TV] > [Timer Record] and press ENTER. • The Recorder will record the audio according to the current TV tuner setting (Stereo, Mono or SAP). Use the AUDIO button to set the audio before switching the Recorder to Standby mode.
Timer Recording Troubleshooting Even though the timer is set, the recorder will not record when: • The power has been unplugged or the power supply has been stopped. • There is no disc (or tape) loaded. • A non-recordable disc (or tape) is loaded. • Disc Protect is set to [ON] in the Disc menu (see page 23). • There are already 99 titles (DVD-RW, DVD-R), 49 titles (DVD+RW, DVD+R) recorded on the disc. You cannot enter a timer program when: • A recording is already underway.
Dubbing from DVD to VCR Dubbing from VCR to DVD You can copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape using the DUBBING button. You can copy the contents of a VHS tape to a DVD using the DUBBING button. This allows you to archive your old VHS tapes to DVD. 1. Insert a blank VHS videotape into the VCR deck. 2. Insert the disc you wish to copy in the DVD deck and close the disc tray. 1. Insert a blank DVD disc in the DVD deck and close the disc tray. 3.
Recording from External Components Additional Information You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the Recorder’s external inputs. You can play a DVD during the VCR playback or recording, press DVD to change DVD mode and perform the DVD playback. 1. Make sure that the component you want to record from is connected properly to the Recorder. See page 17. 2. Press AV INPUT repeatedly to select the external input to record from.
Recording from DV Input 1. Make sure your digital camcorder is connected to the front panel DV IN jack. See page 17. Before DV dubbing 2. Connect a camcorder to the unit using DV cable. You can connect a DV-equipped camcorder to this recorder using a single DV cable for input and output of audio, video, data and control signals. This recorder is only compatible with DV-format (DVC-SD, DV25) camcorders. Digital satellite tuners and Digital VHS video recorders are not compatible.
Editing T itle List and Chapter List Menu Overview 1 2 3 4 5 67 Using the Title List menu you can edit video content. The editing features available in the Title List menu depend on whether you are editing video on DVD, and whether you’re editing Original content, or a Playlist. There are two ways to edit VR mode DVD-RW discs. You can directly edit the Original content of the disc, or you can create and edit a Playlist.
VR Mode: Original and Playlist Editing Titles, Chapters and Parts Titles in the disc’s original content contain one or more chapters. When you insert a disc’s title into the Playlist, all the chapters within that title also appear. In other words, chapters in the Playlist behave exactly as chapters on a DVD-Video disc do. Parts are sections of Original or Playlist titles. From the Original and Playlist menu you can add or delete parts.
Making a New Playlist -RWVR Use this function to add an Original title or chapter to the Playlist. When you do this, the whole title is put into the Playlist (you can delete bits you don’t need later - see [Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter] on page 45). The title appears in the Playlist complete with the chapter markers that appear in the Original. However, if you add more chapter markers to the Original later, these are not automatically copied over into the Playlist title. 1.
Deleting an Original or Playlist T itle/Chapter When you erase a title or chapter from the Playlist menu, you only remove it from the Playlist; the title/chapter remains in the Original menu. If you choose to delete a title or chapter from the Original (title/chapter) menu, the title or chapter is actually deleted from the disc and the remaining time available for recording increases. Titles/chapters deleted from the Original are also removed from the Playlist.
Naming a T itle You can name Original and Playlist titles independently. Notes: • Names can be up to 32 characters long. • For discs formatted on a different recorder, you will see only a limited character set. 1. Choose the title you want to name on the Title List menu, then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. • When recording on DVD-R, DVD+R or DVD+RW discs, the entered name is displayed on the DVD player only after finalization. 2.
Moving a Playlist Chapter -RWVR Use this function to re-arrange the playing order of Playlist chapters on the Chapter List-Playlist menu. Note: This function is not available if there is only one chapter. 1. Select a chapter on the Chapter List-Playlist menu. 2. Press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the menu. 3. Use v / V to select [Move] option from Playlist options then press ENTER.
Divide One T itle Into Two +RW Combining Two Chapters Into One -RWVR +RW +R Use this command to split a title up into two new titles. Use this function to combine two adjacent chapters into one. 1. On the Title List menu, select a title you want to divide then press ENTER. The menu options appears on the left side of the screen. 1. On the Chapter List menu, select the second chapter of the two chapters you want to combine then press ENTER The menu options appears on the left side of the screen. 2.
Overwriting Recording +RW 2. Press TITLE in Play mode or DVD tuner mode. Title List menu will appear as shown below. To overwrite a new video recording on a previously recorded title, follow these steps. This feature is not available for DVD+Rs, that always record at the end of the Disc. 1. Select input source you want to record (TV channel, AV1-2, DV). 2. Press DISC MENU/LIST to display the TITLE LIST menu. 3. To play back a title, select the title you want then press ENTER or PLAY (N).
Language Code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Symptom Cause Correction No power. The power cord is disconnected. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. Abnormal or no picture. The TV is not set to receive Recorder signal output. Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so the picture from the Recorder appears on the TV screen. The video cable is not connected securely. Connect the video cable into the jacks securely.
Symptom Correction No disc is inserted. No tape is inserted. Insert a disc or tape. (Check that the disc or tape indicator in the display window is lit.) An unplayable disc is inserted. Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type and Regional code.) The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc with the playback side down. The disc is not placed within the guide. Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide. The disc is dirty. Clean the disc. The Rating level is set.
Correction Cause Picture or sound of broadcasting channel is weak or missing. Antenna or cables are loose. Tighten connections or replace cable. Wrong Tuning Band is selected in the Recorder Setup menu. Try [Tuning Band Select] options; see page 20 for details. Can’t play disc recorded on this Recorder on another DVD player. The disc was recorded in Video mode. Finalize the disc; see page 23. Some players will not play even a finalized disc recorded in Video mode. No solution.
Specifications General Power requirements AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption Power On : 27 W, Power Off : 0.7 W Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Signal system 430 X 78.5 X 310 mm (16.9 x 3.1 x 12.2 inches) (w x h x d) 5.2 kg (11.44 lbs) 5˚C to 35˚C (41˚F to 95˚F) 5 % to 90 % NTSC Recording Recording format DVD VideoRecording, DVD-VIDEO Recordable discs DVD-ReWritable, DVD-Recordable, DVD+ReWritable, DVD+Recordable DVD ; Approx.
DVD Specifications Laser system Semiconductor laser, wavelength 650 nm Frequency response DVD (PCM 48 kHz): 8 Hz to 22 kHz, CD: 8 Hz to 20 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio More than 95dB Harmonic distortion Less than 0.008% Dynamic range More than 90 dB Inputs ANTENNA IN VIDEO IN (AV1,2) AUDIO IN (AV1,2) S-VIDEO IN Antenna or CATV input, 75 ohms 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2 -6 dBm more than 47 kohms, RCA jack (L, R) x 2 (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync, Mini DIN 4-pin x 1 (C) 0.
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