CONTENTS SAFETY FIRST 2 Safety Precautions ................................... 2 Some Do's And Don'ts ............................ 4 VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER QUICK SET UP GUIDE 5 CHECK THE CONTENTS ........................ INSTALLATION ....................................... AUTO SET UP ......................................... PRESET DOWNLOAD ............................ 5 6 8 9 T-V LINK HR-S8700EK 11 T-V Link Functions .................................
SAFETY FIRST Safety Precautions The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit. WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT n Please read the various precautions on page 2 – 4 of this instruction manual before installing or operating the recorder.
CAUTION n When you are not using the recorder for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the mains outlet. n Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal lead or aerial. The STANDBY/ON current on and off.
SAFETY FIRST (cont.) Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
QUICK SET UP GUIDE Dear Customer, 1 CHECK THE CONTENTS CHECK ALL THE CONTENTS SHOWN BELOW Video Cassette Recorder VCR TV 1 LCD PROG AUDIO CABLE /SAT – –:– – TV/VCR 30 SEC 2 1 .,/ ABC 2 3 4 5 MNO DEF SYNCHRO GHI JKL 6 3 VPS/PDC DAILY/QTDN. WEEKLY/HEBDO 7 8 PQRS TUV 0000 AUX 4 4 9 WXYZ MENU 0 ENTER/ENTREE NAVIGATION 1 PROG OK 3 2 START DEBUT STOP FIN DATE PR EXPRESS TV PR + RF Cable + STEP Thank you for purchasing this JVC Video Cassette Recorder.
STEP QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.) 2 INSTALLATION CONNECT VIDEO RECORDER TO TV Place the recorder on a stable, flat surface. Back of TV RF Cable (provided) 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) Aerial connector 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) Make this 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.
Back of TV AUDIO IN connectors S-VIDEO IN connector S-Video cable (not provided) Audio cable (not provided) Aerial connector Mains outlet Mains Power Cord OUT SSORTIE IN/OUT ENTREE/SORTIE AUDIO JLIP AV1 (L-1) OUT SORTIE IN/DECODER ENTREE/DECODEUR ANT. IN ANTENNE ENTREE SYNCHRO EDIT MONTAGE SYNCHRO SAT CONTROL CONTROLEUR SAT AV2 (L-2) PAUSE TELEC. RF OUT ANTENNE SORTIE Back of Recorder RF Cable (provided) S-VIDEO CONNECTION To connect to a TV with S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN connectors . . .
STEP 8 QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.) 3 AUTO SET UP SET THE TUNER CHANNELS, CLOCK, GUIDE PROGRAM NUMBERS AND VIDEO CHANNEL* The Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock, the VIDEO Plus+ system assigned Guide Program numbers and the video channel* automatically the first time the button on the recorder or on the remote is pressed to turn on the recorder after the mains power cord has been plugged into a mains outlet.
PRESET DOWNLOAD SET THE TUNER CHANNELS BY DOWNLOADING FROM YOUR TV, CLOCK AND GUIDE PROGRAM NUMBERS When you connect the recorder and your TV via fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 6), you can set the recorder's tuner channels by downloading preset data from your TV instead of using the Auto Set Up function (Z pg. 8). After downloading is completed, the recorder sets the clock and the VIDEO Plus+ system assigned Guide Program numbers automatically.
QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.) Auto Set Up/Preset Download results appear on the display panel A When both auto channel set and auto clock set have been completed successfully the correct current time will be displayed after the OK button is pressed in item 3 on page 8 or after performing item 1 on page 9. B When auto channel set has been completed successfully but auto clock set has not, "(PR)1" will be displayed after the OK button is pressed in item 3 on page 8 or after performing item 1 on page 9.
T-V LINK T-V Link Functions When you connect the recorder and your TV via a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 6), the following functions are available. You can use these functions only with a TV offering T-V Link, etc.* For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV. * Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic, SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NexTView Link via fullywired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may differ by system.
SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL Installing Satellite Controller Satellite Receiver 1 Control Setting The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a satellite receiver. Around 20 seconds before VIDEO Plus+ timer recording (Z pg. 18) or Express timer programming (Z pg. 20) starts, the recorder sets its input mode to "L-2" and automatically switches the satellite receiver’s channels using the provided Satellite Controller.
– –:– – 1 2 NUMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 4 3 4 4 ACCESS SAT CONTROL SET SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “SAT CONTROL SET”, then press OK or #.
BASIC OPERATIONS The easiest, most basic operation possible with your video recorder is tape playback. Already-recorded signals on a video tape are read by your video recorder and displayed on your TV just like a TV programme. Playback 1 Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
NOTE: Refer to the SHUTTLE ring illustration below as you read the following procedures. Variable-Speed Search s 1 Slow motio n y Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback 1 2 PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward variable-speed search, or to the left for reverse variable-speed search (refer to the illustration on the left). During playback, press @ or #. ● The more times you press, the faster the playback picture moves.
BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.) TV signals being received by the recorder’s built-in tuner can be recorded onto a video tape. You can “capture” a TV programme using your video recorder. Recording Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
Record One Programme While Watching Another Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to set the preset controls on the TV for the station you wish to view. ● The programme selected with the TV’s preset controls appears on the TV screen while the one selected with the recorder's PR buttons is recorded on the tape. RE CO RD PR +/ – 1 SELECT PRESET TO WATCH Elapsed Recording Time Indication You can check the exact time of a recording.
BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.) With the VIDEO Plus+ system, timer programming is greatly simplified because each TV programme has a corresponding code number which your recorder is able to recognise. VIDEO Plus+® Timer 1 Programming – –:– – 1 DAILY 2 WEEKLY 1 4 5 6 3 9 4 4 2 NUMBER 7 PDC 8 [0 – 9] = [ ] : DELETE [PROG] : EXIT OK The display panel shows only a 4-digit number.
4 5 SET TAPE SPEED Press SP/LP/EP ( ) to set the tape speed. SET PDC MODE Press PDC to select "ON" or "OFF". If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/ PDC" is lit on the display panel, PDC is set to ON. If "VPS/PDC OFF" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/ PDC" is not lit on the display panel, PDC is set to OFF. Z "PDC Recording" in the column below. ● VPS (Video Programme System) recording is not currently available in the U.K. and not possible with this recorder.
BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.) Express Timer Programming Before performing Express Timer Programming: ● Make sure that the recorder's built-in clock is set properly. ● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically. ● Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). If you don’t know the PlusCode number for the programme you wish to record, use the following procedure to set your recorder to timer-record the programme.
6 ENTER PRESET POSITION Press PR +/– to enter the preset position corresponding to the broadcasting station you wish to record. – P1 – START 21:00 SP DATE 25.12 [+/–] = [PROG] : EXIT STOP 22:00 = VPS/PDC OFF TV PROG 1 BBC 1 [0]:SAT SP 7 8 SET TAPE SPEED Press SP/LP/EP ( ) to set the tape speed. SET PDC MODE Press PDC to select "ON" or "OFF". If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/ PDC" is lit on the display panel, PDC is set to ON.
BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.) Check, Cancel And Replace Programmes 1 – –:– – 1 2 2 PDC 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 DISENGAGE TIMER MODE Press ‰, then press . ACCESS PROGRAMME CHECK SCREEN/DISPLAY Press . START STOP CH DATE 1 8 : 00 10 : 00 3 24 . 12 2 10 : 00 10 : 45 2 25 . 12 3 11 : 30 13 : 00 1 25 . 12 4 5 6 7 8 SP/LP/EP 0 [ 3 1 ] : NEXT OK 2 PR+/– /– P+ O AT E+ /– ST ST AR T+ /– D 3 ACCESS PROGRAMME SCREEN/ DISPLAY Press again to check more information.
When programmes overlap each other If "PROGRAM OVERLAPPED" appears, you have another programme overlapping the programme you have just made. The Program Check screen appears and conflicting programmes will start blinking. – –:– – 1 PDC 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 STOP+/– 2 9 4 4 8 SP/LP/EP 0 1 PROG 2 3 START STOP CH DATE 1 8 : 00 10 : 00 3 24 . 12 2 10PROGRAM : 00 10 : 45 2 25 . 12 OVERLAPPED 3 11 : 30 13 : 00 1 25 .
VIDEO NAVIGATION Navigation When you record a TV programme with this recorder, the recorder automatically stores in its memory the recording start time, date, channel, etc. If the tape is recorded on this recorder for the first time, new tape number and the recording date are also registered. On the tape only the tape number information is recorded. Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.
3 CHECK MEMORY Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "CHECK MEMORY", then press OK. ● The CHECK MEMORY screen will appear. Video Navigation Title Screen VIDEO NAVIGATION EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION 1 : ON 5 [5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT 6 7 8 CHECK MEMORY 0 3 ]0013 FOOTBALL 98 1/ 3 BLANK 1:25 (SP) 22 : 00 26.02.99 BBC1 20 : 00 27.02.99 BBC2 BLANK 0 : 30 (SP) 21 : 00 28.02.99 L-1 * 22 : 15 28.02.99 PR.07 8 : 15 15.01.
VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Find Blank Space Title Editing This function is useful for finding out the blank space on a cassette and recording a new programme there. Perform steps 1 to 2 of "Check Memory" on page 24 before continuing. 1 ACCESS FIND BLANK SPACE SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "FIND BLANK SPACE", then press OK. You can edit the tape title and the programme titles as you like. You can also select the category in the programme title.
Edit Tape Title 1 2 6 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. 7 ACCESS VIDEO NAVIGATION SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "VIDEO NAVIGATION", then press OK or #. 3 VIDEO NAVIGATION EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION : ON ] 0115 MOVIE1 *0114 18.03.99 0113 25.02.99 0112 23.02.99 0111 MOVIE2 0110 BASEBALL 0108 05.09.98 0107 29.08.
VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Edit Programme Title And Category Perform steps 1 to 4 of "Edit Tape Title" on page 27 before continuing. 1 – –:– – 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 2 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the programme you want to edit, then press OK or #. The "TITLE" display begins blinking. MENU 0 1 SELECT PROGRAMME 3 OK 2 3 ]0114 18.03.99 1/ 3 20:00 27.02.99 BBC2 22:00 26.02.99 BBC1 21:00 28.02.99 L-1 *22:15 28.02.99 PR.07 8:15 15.01.00 PR.
Delete Tape Data Delete Programme Data Perform steps 1 to 4 of "Edit Tape Title" on page 27 before continuing. 1 SELECT TAPE TITLE Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the tape number you want to delete, then press . ]0114 18.03.99 1/ 3 20:00 27.02.99 BBC2 22:00 26.02.99 BBC1 21:00 28.02.99 L-1 *22:15 28.02.99 PR.07 8:15 15.01.00 PR.99 Perform steps 1 to 4 of "Edit Tape Title" on page 27 before continuing.
VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Finding Title 3 ACCESS FIND TITLE SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "FIND TITLE", then press OK or #. VIDEO NAVIGATION EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION : ON – –:– – 1 [5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 MENU 0 1 3 4 OK ACCESS TAPE NO. SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "BY TAPE NO.", then press OK or #. FIND TITLE BY TAPE NO.
Sorting By Date Sorting By Category This function is useful for finding out the programme you want to play back in the order sorted by date. This function is useful for finding out the programme you want to play back in the order sorted by category. Perform steps 1 to 3 of "Sorting By Tape Number" on page 30 before continuing. Perform steps 1 to 3 of "Sorting By Tape Number" on page 30 before continuing.
24 VIDEO NAVIGATION Navigation When you record a TV programme with this recorder, the recorder automatically stores in its memory the recording start time, date, channel, etc. If the tape is recorded on this recorder for the first time, new tape number and the recording date are also registered. On the tape only the tape number information is recorded. Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.
25 3 CHECK MEMORY Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "CHECK MEMORY", then press OK. ● The CHECK MEMORY screen will appear. Video Navigation Title Screen VIDEO NAVIGATION EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION 1 : ON 5 [5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT 6 7 8 CHECK MEMORY 0 3 ]0013 FOOTBALL 98 1/ 3 BLANK 1:25 (SP) 22 : 00 26.02.99 BBC1 20 : 00 27.02.99 BBC2 BLANK 0 : 30 (SP) 21 : 00 28.02.99 L-1 * 22 : 15 28.02.99 PR.07 8 : 15 15.01.
26 VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Find Blank Space Title Editing This function is useful for finding out the blank space on a cassette and recording a new programme there. Perform steps 1 to 2 of "Check Memory" on page 24 before continuing. 1 ACCESS FIND BLANK SPACE SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "FIND BLANK SPACE", then press OK. You can edit the tape title and the programme titles as you like. You can also select the category in the programme title.
27 Edit Tape Title 1 2 6 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. 7 ACCESS VIDEO NAVIGATION SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "VIDEO NAVIGATION", then press OK or #. 3 VIDEO NAVIGATION EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION : ON ] 0115 MOVIE1 *0114 18.03.99 0113 25.02.99 0112 23.02.99 0111 MOVIE2 0110 BASEBALL 0108 05.09.98 0107 29.08.
28 VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Edit Programme Title And Category Perform steps 1 to 4 of "Edit Tape Title" on page 27 before continuing. 1 – –:– – 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 2 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the programme you want to edit, then press OK or #. The "TITLE" display begins blinking. MENU 0 1 SELECT PROGRAMME 3 OK 2 3 ]0114 18.03.99 1/ 3 20:00 27.02.99 BBC2 22:00 26.02.99 BBC1 21:00 28.02.99 L-1 *22:15 28.02.99 PR.07 8:15 15.01.00 PR.
29 Delete Tape Data Delete Programme Data Perform steps 1 to 4 of "Edit Tape Title" on page 27 before continuing. 1 SELECT TAPE TITLE Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the tape number you want to delete, then press . ]0114 18.03.99 1/ 3 20:00 27.02.99 BBC2 22:00 26.02.99 BBC1 21:00 28.02.99 L-1 *22:15 28.02.99 PR.07 8:15 15.01.00 PR.99 Perform steps 1 to 4 of "Edit Tape Title" on page 27 before continuing.
30 VIDEO NAVIGATION (cont.) Finding Title 3 ACCESS FIND TITLE SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "FIND TITLE", then press OK or #. VIDEO NAVIGATION EDIT TITLE FIND TITLE FIND BLANK SPACE CHECK MEMORY NAVIGATION : ON – –:– – 1 [5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 MENU 0 1 3 4 OK ACCESS TAPE NO. SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "BY TAPE NO.", then press OK or #. FIND TITLE BY TAPE NO.
31 Sorting By Date Sorting By Category This function is useful for finding out the programme you want to play back in the order sorted by date. This function is useful for finding out the programme you want to play back in the order sorted by category. Perform steps 1 to 3 of "Sorting By Tape Number" on page 30 before continuing. Perform steps 1 to 3 of "Sorting By Tape Number" on page 30 before continuing.
32 ADVANCED OPERATIONS Playback Picture Adjustment Manual Tracking Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking control. For most tapes this will automatically adjust the tracking to suit the particular tape you are playing. In some circumstances it may be necessary to make manual tracking adjustments. This is usually only associated with old or worn tapes or recordings made on old or worn recorders.
33 Digital 3R Video Stabilizer Digital 3R picture system applies edge correction to the luminance signal to enhance detail. You can automatically correct vertical vibrations in the picture when playing back unstable recordings made on another recorder. * The default setting is "OFF". 1 2 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "MODE SET" by pressing %fi, then press OK or #.
34 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Selecting The Sound You Want Audio Recording Level Control In most cases, setting the audio recording level control to the centre position will provide satisfactory results. If necessary, you can adjust the audio recording level more precisely by reffering to the audio level indicator on the front panel. 1 2 – –:– – 1 AUDIO2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 Press MENU.
35 Receiving NICAM Stereo And Bilingual Programmes Your recorder is equipped with a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM), making reception of stereo and bilingual broadcasts possible. When the recorder is tuned to a different station, 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 Regular Monaural NICAM Stereo NICAM Bilingual NICAM Monaural (none) ST NICAM BIL.
36 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Looking For The Scene You Want Index Search Your recorder automatically marks index codes at the beginning of each recording. This function gives you quick access to any one of 9 index codes in either direction. NOTE: Before starting, make sure the recorder is in the Stop mode. 1 – –:– – 1 2 30 SEC 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 1 ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH Press @ or # (™ or £). “™ 1” or “£ 1” is displayed on screen and search begins in the corresponding direction.
37 Recording According To Tape Type Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Super VHS ET (S-VHS ET) — Recording on VHS tapes with S-VHS quality This function allows you to record in SP mode on VHS tapes with S-VHS picture quality. Tapes recorded using this function can be played back on a recorder equipped with the S-VHS ET function. ● You can activate this function only before you start recording on a VHS tape. ● Before recording, make sure that "B.E.S.T." is set to "ON". (Z pg.
38 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Playback/ Recording According To Tape Characteristics The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking) system checks the condition of the tape in use during recording and playback, and compensates to provide the highest-possible recording and playback pictures. The default setting for both recording and playback is “ON”. 1 2 PLAY Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). B.E.S.T. Picture System 3 TURN ON THE RECORDER Press .
39 Recording 1 START RECORDING Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote, or press RECORD on the recorder. DURING B.E.S.T. B.E.S.T. COMPLETE Playback The recorder assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate playback. 1 START PLAYBACK Press PLAY. ● The recorder adjusts the playback picture quality based on the quality of the tape in use. ● B.E.S.T. is active during Auto Tracking. “BEST” appears blinking on the recorder’s display panel.
40 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Automatic Satellite Programme Recording This facility allows you to record automatically a satellite programme which is timer-programmed on your external satellite receiver.
41 Before performing the following steps: ● Make sure the satellite receiver is connected to the recorder's AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector. (Z pg. 40) ● Programme the timer on the satellite receiver. ● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. SA T 1 SAT‰ indicator ATTENTION ● Be sure not to turn on the satellite receiver before the programme is executed; otherwise, the recorder will start recording when the satellite receiver's power is turned on.
42 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Remote A/B Code Switching Remote Control Functions VCR The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote control’s A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals. The remote control is preset to send A code signals because your video recorder is initially set to respond to A code signals. You can easily modify your video recorder to respond to B code signals.
43 TV Multi-Brand Remote Control Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your TV set. In addition to JVC TVs, other manufacturer’s TVs can also be controlled. TV VCR – –:– – 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 CR /V TV NUMBER 1 1 3 OK 2 2 TV PR +/– TV +/– Refer to the chart below. Press and hold TV on the recorder's remote control for over 2 seconds, enter your TV’s brand code using the NUMBER keys, then press OK.
44 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) CABLE/SAT Satellite Receiver MultiBrand Remote Control VCR Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your satellite receiver set. In addition to JVC satellite receivers, other manufacturer’s satellite receivers can also be controlled. – –:– – 1 2 NUMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 9 4 4 7 8 1 0 3 1 Refer to the chart in the left column.
45 Minimizing Picture Degradation While Editing Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). This feature helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference. *The default setting is "AUTO." 1 2 – –:– – 1 3 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 MENU 0 1 Picture Control 3 OK 2 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN Move the highlighted bar (pointer) to "MODE SET" by pressing %fi, then press OK or #.
46 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Edit From A Camcorder You can use a camcorder as the source player and your video recorder as the recorder. MAKE CONNECTIONS 1 A If the camcorder has no S-VIDEO output connector... ... connect the camcorder’s AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors to the recorder’s front panel AUDIO/ VIDEO input connectors. B If the camcorder has an S-VIDEO output connector... ...
47 Synchro Editing The Synchro Editing function synchronizes the start of the playback and recording operations when starting an edit operation using a camcorder equipped with a LANC connector and your video recorder. 1 RE CO RD SE U PA 3 4 – –:– – 1 2 AUX 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 0 3 2 PR 5 6 Connect your recorder to camcorder (Z pg. 46), and connect your recorder's SYNCHRO EDIT connector to the camcorder's LANC connector.
48 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) You can use your video recorder as the source player or as the recording deck. Edit To Or From Another 1 Video Recorder 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 2 0 AUX 1 Connect the player’s 21-pin SCART connector to the recorder’s 21-pin SCART connector as illustrated on page 49. A When Using Your Video Recorder As The Source Player ... ... connect its AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector to the recording deck. B When Using Your Video Recorder As The Recording Deck ... ...
49 A B Player TV Receiver VIDEO CHANNEL or AV mode Your recorder 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) Recorder Your recorder 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) RF Cable (provided) Another recorder RF Cable (provided) TV Receiver VIDEO CHANNEL or AV mode Another recorder Player Recorder C TV Receiver Recorder Your recorder S-Video Cable (not provided) 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) Another recorder Player NOTES: ● All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.
50 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) L-1 OUTPUT/INPUT Setting The AV1 (L-1) 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). Set "L-1 OUTPUT" and "L-1 INPUT" to the appropriate mode depending on the type of unit connected to the rear panel AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector of this recorder. 1 Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen.
51 Audio Dubbing Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously recorded tape with a new soundtrack. ATTENTION: Audio dubbing is not possible with a cassette recorded in EP mode. P D A. O ST AY PL Normal audio track Pre-recorded tape U B Video/Hi-Fi audio track SE U PA PR Audio-dubbed tape CD Player, etc. 1 CD Player, etc.
52 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Recorder Your recorder JOG Insert Editing Insert editing replaces part of the recorded scene with new material. Both the picture and Hi-Fi audio soundtrack are replaced with new ones, while the normal audio soundtrack remains unchanged. If you wish to change the normal audio track as well, use the audio dubbing function simultaneously. Use your video recorder as the recorder. ATTENTION: SE U PA Insert editing is not possible with a cassette recorded in EP mode.
53 AY PL 6 B IN SE U RT D A. 7 ENGAGE INSERT EDITING Press INSERT. ● Your recorder enters the Insert-Pause mode. (" ", " and " " light up on the front display panel.) ● The TV screen changes from the still picture to the input source you are going to record. START EDITING Load the source cassette and play back the segment that is to be inserted.
54 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Information On J Terminal J Terminal (JLIP(Joint Level Interface Protocol) Connector) The J Terminal is used to connect the recorder to a personal computer or similar device to allow computerized control of the recorder during editing and certain other operations. Examples: With the optional JLIP VIDEO CAPTURE BOX GV-CB3E: ● Allows you to capture still images from the recorder into a personal computer. For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer.
55 On-Screen Display Other Functions You can choose whether or not to have various operational indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF. Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). 1 2 – –:– – 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 9 4 4 7 8 3 MENU 0 3 1 OK 2 4 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET" by pressing %fi, then press OK or #.
56 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Power Save Mode You can reduce the power consumption while the recorder is turned off. 1 2 – –:– – 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 4 4 Press MENU. ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET", then press OK or #.
57 Auto SP→LP Timer Auto Timer When "AUTO TIMER" is set to "ON" the timer is automatically engaged when the recorder power is turned off and automatically disengaged when the recorder is powered back on. 1 2 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 4 Approximately 150 minutes Approximately 60 minutes SP mode LP mode Press MENU. Total 210 minutes ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET", then press OK or #.
58 ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Repeat Playback Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape 100 times repeatedly. JOG 7 8 4 4 9 1 2 0 3 1 PL AY 2 FF REW PAUSE STOP 3 START PLAYBACK Press PLAY. ACTIVATE REPEAT PLAYBACK Press PLAY and hold for over 5 seconds, then release. ● The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks slowly. ● The tape plays 100 times automatically, and then stops. STOP PLAYBACK Press STOP at any time to stop playback.
59 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS These instructions enable you to connect your video recorder to your Hi-Fi stereo system (if you have one) and listen to the soundtrack through the stereo.
60 SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS Video Channel Set ST O P Video Channel (RF Output Channel) is the channel on which your TV receives picture and sound signals from the video recorder through the RF cable. IMPORTANT Perform the following steps only if — — Video Channel Set has not been done correctly by the Auto Set Up function (Z pg. 8). — interference appears in the TV picture after you have moved to a different area or a new station has started broadcasting in your area.
61 With RF Connection Before performing the following procedure, make sure that: ST O P n the mains power cord is plugged into the mains outlet. n the video recorder is turned off and there is no cassette inserted in the recorder. n the connected TV is turned on. n batteries have been installed in the remote control. 1 2 – –:– – 1 2 Press and hold down STOP on the recorder until the display panel shows the following.
62 SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) IMPORTANT Tuner Set Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Perform the following steps only if — — Auto Channel Set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up function (Z pg. 8) or Preset Download (Z pg. 9). — you have moved to a different area or if a new station starts broadcasting in your area. Your recorder needs to memorise all necessary stations in preset positions in order to record TV programmes.
63 After "SCAN COMPLETED" PR CH ID PR CH ID is displayed on the screen 01 26 BBC1 08 –––– 02 33 BBC2 09 –––– for about 5 seconds, a 03 23 ITV 10 –––– Confirmation screen 04 30 CH4 11 –––– –––– looking like the one on the 05 37 CH5 12 06 –––– 13 –––– right appears. The stations 07 –––– 14 –––– [5∞ ] your recorder located : EDIT = appear on a Confirmation = [X] : DELETE screen — preset positions [MENU] : EXIT (PR), channels (CH) and station names (ID – Z pg. 67).
64 SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) 4 SELECT BAND Press %fi to change the band between CH (regular) and CC (cable), then press #. PR CH ID FINE DECODER 06 CH01 – –␣ – – +/– OFF ∞ ∞ [5∞] : SELECT [ ] : CURSOR += : OK [MENU] : EXIT – –:– – 1 2 NUMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 The blueback screen and the programme currently being broadcast by the selected channel appear alternately for 8 seconds each. MENU 0 3 1 OK 5 Press the NUMBER keys to input the channel number you want to store.
65 Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 64 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. 1 2 3 SELECT ITEM Press %fi @ # until the item you want to delete begins blinking. DELETE CHANNEL Press . ● The item directly beneath the cancelled one moves up one line. ● Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary. CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN Change Station Preset Position Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 64 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing.
66 SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) Set Stations (A) Set Stations (B) Set station names that are registered in your recorder. Set station names other than the ones registered in your recorder. Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 64 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. 5 1 Press # until the first letter of the station name begins blinking.
67 TV Station And ID List STATION NAME ID* STATION NAME ID* Anglia TV ARD ARTE BBC Group BBC1 BBC2 Berlin 1 Berlin 2 Border TV Bayern1 Bayern3 BRT1 BRT2 Children Ch Canal + CNN Channel TV Central TV Channel 4 Channel 5 DRS DR TV DSF Euronews Euronews Eurosports France1 France2 France3 Granada TV Grampian TV Hessen1 Hessen3 HRT HTV ITV Network Kabelkanal London MDR MTV Nord3 NDR1 NDR3 NED1 NED2 NED3 Network 2 NRK N-TV Offener Kanal ORF1 ORF2 ORF3 OWL 3 Premiere PR07 RAI1 RAI2 RAI3 RB1 RB3 Rikisutvarpid-S
68 SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) TV Station Channel Number Guide For customers in the U.K. Only the main stations are listed. There are in addition many relay stations, and full lists are available from the BBC and ITV. BBC1 BBC2 ITV CH4 CH5 London & South-East Bluebell Hill ......................... Crystal Palace ....................... Dover ................................... Heathfield ............................ Oxford .................................
69 IMPORTANT Clock Set Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). – –:– – 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 MENU 0 1 3 OK 2 If you performed Auto Set Up (Z pg. 8), Preset Download (Z pg. 9) or Auto Channel Set (Z pg. 62), without ever having set the clock previously, the recorder's built-in clock is also set automatically. Perform the following steps only if — — Auto Clock Set has not been performed correctly by Auto Set Up, Preset Download or Auto Channel Set.
70 SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.) VIDEO Plus+® System Setup IMPORTANT Normally, Auto Set Up (Z pg. 8), Preset Download (Z pg. 9) or Auto Channel Set (Z pg. 62) sets the Guide Program Numbers automatically. You need to set the Guide Program Numbers manually only in the following cases.
71 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION Questions And Answers PLAYBACK RECORDING Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached during playback or search? A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning. Q. When I pause and then resume a recording, the end of the recording before the pause is overlapped by the beginning of the continuation of recording. Why does this happen? A. This is normal. It reduces distortion at the pause and resume points.
72 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION (cont.) Troubleshooting Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart to see if you can correct the trouble yourself. Small problems are often easily corrected, and this can save you the trouble of sending your video recorder off for repair. POWER SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. No power is applied to the recorder. ● The mains power cord is disconnected. Connect the mains power cord. 2.
73 RECORDING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Recording cannot be started. ● There is no cassette loaded, or the cassette loaded has had its Record Safety tab removed. Insert a cassette, or using adhesive tape, reseal the slot where the tab was removed. 2. TV broadcasts cannot be recorded. ● “L-1”, “L-2”, “SAT”, “F-1” or “S-1” has been selected as the input mode. Set to the desired preset. 3. Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.
74 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION (cont.) OTHER PROBLEMS SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Whistling or howling is heard from the TV during camcorder recording. ● The camcorder’s microphone is too close to the TV. ● The TV’s volume is too high. Position the camcorder so its microphone is away from the TV. Turn the TV’s volume down. 2. When scanning channels, some of them are skipped over. ● Those channels have been designated to be skipped. If you need the skipped channels, restore them (Z pg.
75 Index FRONT VIEW 1 23 4 5 6 7 & *( ) q w e r 8 9 SYNCHRO 0 ! @#$ % ^ 1 STANDBY/ON Button turns recorder on/off (loading a cassette also turns power on). 2 ‰ (TIMER) Button engages timer-standby mode. Z pg. 19, 21 3 S-VHS ET Button enables/disables S-VHS ET mode; lights up during S-VHS ET mode. Z pg. 37 4 STOP/EJECT Button stops tape; ejects tape during Stop mode. Z pg.
76 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION (cont.) REAR VIEW 2 1 4 3 OUT S SORTIE IN/OUT ENTREE/SORTIE AUDIO AV1 (L-1) OUT SORTIE IN/DECODER ENTREE/DECODEUR 5 JLIP SAT CONTROL CONTROLEUR SAT RF OUT ANTENNE SORTIE PAUSE TELEC. 1 Mains Power Cord supplies power to recorder. Z pg. 6 2 S OUT Connector enables S-VIDEO connection to TV or second recorder. Z pg. 7, 48 3 AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT Connector enables AV connection to TV or second recorder; input recordable when "L-1" selected. Z pg.
77 DISPLAY PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 +8 4 0 6 SP VPS/PDC 15dB NORM 8 VCR 9 0 !@ 1 B.E.S.T. Picture System Display lights from bottom to top while B.E.S.T. is active. Z pg. 38 Audio Level Indicator displays audio input and output levels. Z pg. 34 2 Programme Time Indicators show the programme start time ( ) and the programme stop time ( ) for timer-recording. Z pg.
78 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION (cont.) REMOTE CONTROL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VCR TV 1 LCD PROG AUDIO CABLE /SAT – –:– – TV/VCR 30 SEC 2 1 .,/ ABC 2 3 4 5 MNO GHI JKL DEF 6 3 VPS/PDC DAILY/QTDN. WEEKLY/HEBDO 7 8 PQRS TUV 0000 AUX 4 4 9 WXYZ MENU 0 ENTER/ENTREE ! @ # OK 3 2 START DEBUT STOP FIN DATE PR EXPRESS $ % ^ E R T * VPS (Video Programme System) recording is not currently available in the U.K. and not possible with this recorder.
79 * CABLE/SAT Button enables remote control of connected satellite receiver. Z pg. 44, “Remote Control LCD” in the right column ( STANDBY/ON Button — same as button on recorder. ) – –:– – (Display) Button switches display between clock time, tape remaining time, counter readings and preset position*. Z pg. 17 * Preset position is not displayed during playback. q TV/VCR Button switches connected TV's mode between TV and AV. Z pg. 14 w 30 SEC Button initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion playback.
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power requirement : AC 220 V – 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz VIDEO/AUDIO Signal system Recording system Signal-to-noise ratio Horizontal resolution (SP/LP) (EP) Frequency range Input/Output : PAL-type colour signal and CCIR monochrome signal, 625 lines/50 fields : DA4 (Double Azimuth) helical scan system : 45 dB Tuning system Channel coverage Aerial output Memory backup time ACCESSORIES Provided accessories : 99 positions (+AUX position) : Frequency synthesized tuner : VHF 44.
