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-S9700EK 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 SAT SAT S-VHS ET TV CABLE /SAT DIGITAL S-VHS ET TBC / NR 1 LCD PROG AUDIO DIGITAL TBC / NR – –:– – TV/VCR 30 SEC 2 1 .,/ ABC 2 3 4 5 MNO GHI JKL DEF 6 3 VPS/PDC DAILY/QTDN.
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 (provided) Audio cable (not provided) Aerial connector Mains outlet Mains Power Cord OUT S SORTIE IN/OUT ENTREE/SORTIE AUDIO JLIP AV1 (L-1) SAT CONTROL OUT SORTIE CONTROLEUR SAT IN/DECODER ENTREE/DECODEUR AV2 (L-2) PAUSE/R.A.EDIT TELEC./MONTAGE Back of Recorder ANT.
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 Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). 1 1 O CR T EC EJ P/ /V TV JOG 2 3 8 1 3 1 4 3 AY 2 FF REW 4 STOP FIND PROGRAMME START POINT If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW. To go forward, press FF.
Slow Motion NOTES: • Refer to the SHUTTLE ring illustration below as you read the following procedures. • Reverse playback is possible only with a tape recorded in SP mode. la e rs Slow motio n v e rs e Re low s y 1 During still picture, press and hold @ or #. Release to return to still picture.
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 1 Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
Record One Programme While Watching Another 8 1 1 3 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 +/ – 2 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 3 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 #. 4 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 29.08.98 0106 BEST HIT [5∞] = [MENU] : EXIT (Ex.) Enter "JVC NEWS" 1 Press 5 (JKL) once to enter "J", then press #.
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.
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.
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 3 4 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 #.
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 AU D IO 2 3 – –:– – 1 AUDIO2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 Press MENU.
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.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Looking For The Scene You Want Index Search Your recorder automatically marks index codes at the beginning of each recording. Additional index codes can be added manually during playback. (See Below.) This function gives you quick access to any one of 9 index codes in either direction. £ 2 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 Press @ or # (™ or £).
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.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Playback/ Recording According To Tape Characteristics Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). B.E.S.T. Picture System 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 3 TURN ON THE RECORDER Press .
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.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Your recorder is equipped with the TimeScan function. TimeScan allows noise free pictures to be displayed on your TV screen in the forward and reverse search modes. Audio will be played back at normal speed during the TimeScan modes (Z pg. 41). TimeScan also allows you to view a programme in search mode while listening to the audio.
TimeScan Reverse Names of special-effects playback Speed SP Search -9x -7x -5x -3x Forward Play Slow-Motion (Time Jog**) -1x -1/2x -1/3x *Still 0 Speed LP -7x -3x -1/2x 0 Speed EP -7x -3x -1/6x -1/18x 0 Audio is not output. Audio is output. Audio output Audio is output. Slow-Motion (Time Jog**) 1/3x Play Search 1/2x 1x 1.5x 2x 3x 5x 7x 9x 1/2x 1x 1.5x 2x 5x 9x 1/6 1x 2x 5x 9x 1/18 Audio is output. Audio is output.
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.
SAT‰ indicator T SA Before performing the following steps: ● Make sure the satellite receiver is connected to the recorder's AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector. (Z pg. 42) ● Programme the timer on the satellite receiver. ● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. 1 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.
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.
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.
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 7 8 9 4 4 1 0 3 1 Refer to the chart in the left column.
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 #.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Edit From A Camcorder You can use a camcorder as the source player and your video recorder as the recorder. 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 9 4 4 0 AUX 2 3 1 2 PR NOTES: ● All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer. ● You can also use another video recorder as the player instead of a camcorder. ● When you select "EDIT" to dub tapes in step 3, be sure to select "AUTO" (or "NORM" when "B.E.S.T." is set to "OFF") after you finish dubbing the tapes.
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 2 8 1 3 2 RD PA U CO SE RE – –:– – 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. 48), and connect your recorder's SYNCHRO EDIT connector to the camcorder's LANC connector.
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 51. 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 ... ...
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 (provided) 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) Another recorder Player NOTES: ● All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.
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.
ATTENTION: Audio dubbing is not possible with a cassette recorded in EP mode. A. D SE U PA AY PL 1 8 U B Audio Dubbing Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously recorded tape with a new soundtrack. Normal audio track Pre-recorded tape 3 2 STOP AU D IO Video/Hi-Fi audio track Audio-dubbed tape 1 CD Player, etc. CD Player, etc.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Insert Editing Recorder Your recorder 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: Insert editing is not possible with a cassette recorded in EP mode.
8 6 3 2 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. IN SE B 7 START EDITING Load the source cassette and play back the segment that is to be inserted. When you reach the start of the section of the source tape that you wish to insert, press PLAY to start the tape in your recorder; Insert Editing begins at this point.
ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Random Assemble Editing This function makes it easier to create edited videos when your video recorder is used as the source player in combination with another JVC video recorder equipped with a Remote PAUSE Connector. You can pre-program up to 8 scenes or “cuts” for automatic editing in the sequence you have specified. You can also perform Random Assemble Editing with a second non-JVC recorder. (Z pg. 57) 1 PAUSE/ R.A.
7 LOCATE EDIT-IN POINT Find the point on the source tape from where you want the edited scene to begin by pressing @ # or using the SHUTTLE ring or the JOG dial, then press IN/OUT (or PROG). ● The edit-in point is registered in memory and appears on the screen. 8 =1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 [PROG] = LOCATE EDIT-OUT POINT Find the point where you want the edited scene to end by pressing @ # or using the SHUTTLE ring or the JOG dial, then press IN/OUT (or PROG).
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: ● Enables Random Assemble Editing of up to 99 segments, using this recorder as the playback unit.
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 #.
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 #. MENU 0 3 1 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN OK 2 AY PL REW 3 SELECT POWER SAVE MODE Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "POWER SAVE", then press OK or # to set to "ON". MODE SET B. E. S. T.
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 3 4 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN If, when timer-recording in SP mode, there is not enough tape to record the entire programme, the recorder automatically switches to LP mode to allow complete recording. For Example . . .
ADVANCED OPERATIONS (cont.) Repeat Playback 8 1 Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape 100 times repeatedly. 3 2 JOG 7 8 1 2 4 4 9 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.
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.
SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS IMPORTANT Video Channel Set 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. 8 3 O P 2 ● If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via both the provided RF cable and a 21-pin SCART cable (AV connection), or via the provided RF cable, an S-Video cable and an audio cable (S-VIDEO connection), you do not need the video channel so you have to set the video channel to off.
With RF Connection Before performing the following procedure, make sure that: 8 1 3 ST O P 2 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.
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.
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. 71).
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.
Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on page 68 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 68 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing.
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 68 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. 5 1 Press # until the first letter of the station name begins blinking.
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
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 .................................
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. 66), 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.
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. 66) sets the Guide Program Numbers automatically. You need to set the Guide Program Numbers manually only in the following cases.
SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION Questions And Answers PLAYBACK TIMER 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. " " and "‰" remain lit on the display panel. Is there a problem? A. No. This is a normal condition for a timer recording in progress. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the still mode? A. No.
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.
4. Camcorder recording is not possible. ● The camcorder has not been properly connected. ● The input mode is not correct. Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected. Set the input mode to “L-1”,“L-2”, “F-1” or “S-1”. TIMER RECORDING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Timer recording won’t work. ● The clock and/or the timer have been set incorrectly. ● The timer is not engaged. Re-perform the clock and/or timer settings.
SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION (cont.) Index FRONT VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 7890!@#$ 6 SAT DIGITAL S-VHS ET TBC / NR SP/LP/EP VN/LD/EP S-VIDEO VIDEO L – AUDIO – R AUDIO TV / VCR SYNCHRO – –:– – 0000/ +8 4 0 6 15dB NORM SP R. A.EDIT MARK INDEX IN / OUT ERASE START VPS/PDC %^&*() 1 STANDBY/ON Button turns recorder on/off (loading a cassette also turns power on). 2 Front Panel Open Button opens the front lid. 3 SP/LP/EP Button selects tape speed. Z pg. 16 4 AUDIO Button changes output sound mode.
INSIDE VIEW OF FRONT PANEL 123456 7 8 9 0!@ # $ 8 DAIRY /QTDN. 1 PROG WEEKLY /HEBDO VPS / PDC 3 OK DEBUT FIN START STOP SAT DIGITAL TBC / NR S-VHS ET 2 INSERT DATE A. DUB PR % ^ & * ( ) To access covered buttons/connectors, press the front panel open button so that the front panel opens. 1 PROG Button accesses VIDEO Plus+ Program screen. Z pg. 18 2 DAILY Button enables timer recording of daily serials. Z pg.
SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION (cont.) REAR VIEW 2 1 3 OUT S SORTIE 4 IN/OUT ENTREE/SORTIE AUDIO 5 6 ANT. IN ANTENNE ENTREE SYNCHRO EDIT MONTAGE SYNCHRO JLIP AV1 (L-1) SAT CONTROL CONTROLEUR SAT OUT SORTIE IN/DECODER ENTREE/DECODEUR AV2 (L-2) RF OUT ANTENNE SORTIE PAUSE/R.A.EDIT TELEC./MONTAGE 7 8 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.
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.
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.
* CABLE/SAT Button enables remote control of connected satellite receiver. Z pg. 46, “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.
