JVC VCR HR A590U User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER  
HR-A590U  
INSTRUCTIONS  
Printed in Thailand  
LPT0662-001A  
COPYRIGHT © 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.  
K
4F21901A  
01/12  
Dear Customer,  
CAUTION:  
Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder.  
Before use, please read the safety information and precautions to  
ensure safe use of your new VCR.  
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s  
authority to operate the equipment.  
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage  
to the VCR, Remote or video cassette.  
CAUTIONS  
1
DO NOT place the VCR . . .  
...in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.  
...in direct sunlight.  
...in a dusty environment.  
...in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.  
...on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.  
2. DO NOT block the VCR’s ventilation openings.  
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.  
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the VCR  
or on the Remote.  
5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within  
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user  
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”  
within the product’s enclosure that may be of  
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric  
shock to persons.  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located  
on the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle  
is intended to alert the user to the presence of  
important operating and maintenance (servicing)  
instructions in the literature accompanying the  
appliance.  
reference.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
WARNING:  
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
• Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video  
cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with  
this model.  
• This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK)  
that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings with  
regular VHS resolution.  
• HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.  
• As an Energy Star® Partner, JVC has determined that this  
product or product model meets the Energy Star® guidelines for  
energy efficiency.  
CAUTION:  
This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120V~, 60Hz  
only.  
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other  
power source.  
CAUTION:  
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG  
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.  
ATTENTION:  
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME  
LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE  
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.  
Note to CATV system installer:  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s  
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines  
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable  
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the  
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.  
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d. If the product does not operate normally by following the  
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are  
covered by the operating instructions as an improper  
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will  
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore  
the product to its normal operation.  
Buttons, Connectors and Indicators  
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.  
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—  
this indicates a need for service.  
Front Panel  
REC  
3. Replacement Parts  
POWER  
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician  
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which  
have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized  
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.  
STOP/EJECT  
Cassette loading slot  
PLAY  
PLAY  
4. Safety Check  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the  
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the  
product is in safe operating condition.  
POWER  
REW  
FF  
STOP/EJECT  
CH  
VIDEO (MONO)  
L
AUDIO  
R
TV/VCR  
TIMER  
REC  
POWER  
REC  
How to use the Remote  
Before use, insert two AAA size batteries into the Remote with the  
VIDEO/AUDIO input  
connectors  
CH–/+  
FF  
polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery  
REW  
compartment or on the lid.  
TV/VCR indicator  
TIMER indicator POWER indicator  
REC indicator  
Remote sensor  
Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target  
component.  
The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 5  
m.  
NOTE:  
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a  
few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.  
Rear Panel  
Video heads cleaning  
AC power cord  
Use a dry cleaning cassette TCL-2when:  
Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.  
The picture is unclear or no picture appears.  
UHF/VHF IN (ANT)  
UHF/VHF  
OUT  
IN(ANT)  
VIDEO  
L
OUT(TV)  
AUDIO  
CH  
R
3
4
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT  
3/4 CHANNEL  
SELECTTOR SWITCH  
UHF/VHF OUT (TV)  
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– Buttons, Connectors and Indicators –  
Remote  
Connections and VCR channel  
Setting  
POWER  
POWER  
Check contents  
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed  
in Specifications.  
1
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Number keys  
CH/+  
Situate VCR  
2
AUX  
REC  
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.  
+
CH  
0(AUX)  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
Connect VCR to TV  
3
REC  
PAUSE  
PLAY  
REW  
Antenna or cable  
Coaxial cable  
REW  
FF  
FF  
STOP  
ENTER  
TIMER  
MENU  
ENTER  
STOP  
SET  
MENU  
Flat feeder  
+
Matching transformer  
(not supplied)  
CANCEL  
C.RESET  
SP/EP  
CANCEL  
SET/+  
TV/VCR  
TV/VCR  
TIMER  
SP/EP  
C.RESET  
DISPLAY  
+
A.MONITOR  
TV POWER  
INPUT  
UHF/VHF  
IN(ANT)  
OUT  
A.MONITOR  
TV CH  
DISPLAY  
VIDEO  
TV POWER  
INPUT  
+
TV VOL  
AC power cord  
L
TV CH/+  
OUT(TV)  
AUDIO  
TV VOL/+  
R
CH  
3
4
V)  
AUD
R
This Remote transmit A code  
signals only; it is not applicable  
to B code signals.  
Back of VCR  
AC outlet  
On-screen display  
To audio/video input connectors  
If you press DISPLAY on the Remote, you can see the current VCR  
status on the TV screen. Press DISPLAY again to exit on-screen  
display.  
The indications are not recorded even if the VCR is in the recording  
mode.  
Audio/video cable  
(not supplied)  
WHILE WATCHING TV  
RF cable  
(supplied)  
TV  
To 75 terminal  
RF Connection  
DAY AND CLOCK TIME  
8 : 30 AM THU  
STEREO SAP  
CH 125  
CHANNEL  
1
Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.  
Connect the TV antenna cable to the UHF/VHF IN  
terminal on the rear of the VCR.  
2
STEREO AND  
SEPARATE AUDIO  
PROGRAM (SAP)  
3
Connect the supplied RF cable between the UHF/VHF  
OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the TVs  
antenna input terminal.  
TAPE  
OUTPUT  
STEREO  
00 : 00 : 00 SP  
SPEED  
SELECTION  
REAL TIME COUNTER  
AV Connection  
WHILE OPERATING A TAPE  
(improves picture quality during tape playback.)  
If your TV is equipped with audio/video input connectors  
OPERATING MODE  
1
Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the  
8 : 30 AM THU  
CH 125  
illustration.  
HI-FI  
HI-FI STEREO  
2
Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/  
VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the  
audio/video input connectors on the TV.  
Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your  
VCR to your TV, you must also connect it using the RF  
cable. This will ensure that you can record one show while  
watching another.  
AUTO REPEAT  
TAPE IN  
AUTO TRACKING  
AUTO TR.  
STEREO  
00 : 00 : 00 SP  
OUTPUT  
SELECTION  
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Connections and VCR channel Setting –  
Initial Settings  
4
Set VCR channel  
To view playback of a recorded tape, or to watch a program  
selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set to  
channel 3 or 4 (video channel) when a TV is connected with  
the 75 ohm coaxial cable only.  
Language Setting  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
The default setting is ENGLISH.  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
Access Menu screen  
1
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
Press MENU on the Remote. Press  
SET /+ to select LANGUAGE, then  
press ENTER.  
1
Set the 3/4 Channel selector switch (Rear of the VCR) to  
CH 3 or 4.  
Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond with  
the channel selected in 1.  
ON OFF  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
2
Select language  
2
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
ENGLISH  
3
4
Press POWER to turn on the VCR.  
The POWER indicator will light.  
This VCR offers you the language  
choice to view menus and some  
messages in English, Spanish or  
French. Press SET /+ to select your  
desired language, then press ENTER.  
ESPAÑOL  
FRANCAIS  
Press TV/VCR to select the VCR  
+ ⟩  
/ /ENTER/MENU  
position.  
CH 125  
The TV/VCR indicator will light.  
Press MENU twice to return to normal screen.  
5
Select any channel to receive a  
TV station in your area.  
Clock Setting  
Preparations  
You must set the date and time for timer recording.  
The channel number will appear  
on the screen for about 4 seconds.  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
Access Menu screen  
1
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
Press MENU on the Remote. Press  
SET /+ to select CLOCK SET, then  
press ENTER.  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
ON OFF  
+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩  
Set month, day, year and time  
2
MONTH  
DAY  
10  
1
(SUN)  
Press SET /+ until the desired month  
appears, then press ENTER. Set the  
day, year and time in the same way.  
YEAR  
TIME  
2000  
12  
:
00 AM  
+ —  
/
/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU  
3 Start clock  
Press MENU twice and normal screen  
appears.  
To make corrections any time during the process  
Press CANCEL repeatedly until the item you want to change  
blinks, then press SET /+.  
NOTE:  
After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the  
timer settings will be lost. In this case, reset the present time.  
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Initial Settings –  
Tuner Setting  
Setting channels manually  
Manual Channel Set  
This VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which  
allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set  
into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before  
selecting channels, they must be programmed into the VCRs  
memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this  
VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. To use this  
VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CATV menu option to the  
TV mode. When shipped from the factory, this menu option  
is in the CATV mode.  
You can add the channels you want or delete the channels  
you do not want manually.  
MENU  
Access Menu screen, then CH  
Set Up screen  
1
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
Press MENU on the Remote. Press  
SET /+ to select CH SET UP, then  
press ENTER.  
ON OFF  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
TV/CATV Selection  
CH SET UP  
Access ADD/DELETE Mode  
2
TV CATV  
AUTO CH MEMORY  
ADD/DELETE  
Access Menu screen, then CH  
Set Up screen  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
Press SET /+ to select ADD/  
DELETE, then press ENTER.  
1
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
Press MENU on the Remote. Press  
SET /+ to select CH SET UP, then  
press ENTER.  
+ ⟩  
/ /ENTER/MENU  
ON OFF  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
Add or Delete desired channels  
3
ADD  
CH 012  
Perform TV/CATV Selection  
CH SET UP  
2
1
Press SET /+ on the Remote to  
select a channel number you  
want to add or delete.  
TV CATV  
AUTO CH MEMORY  
ADD/DELETE  
Press SET /+ to select TV/CATV,  
then press ENTER to select the TV  
or CATV mode. The arrow indicates  
the selected mode.  
+ ⟩  
/ /ENTER/MENU  
2
To add channels  
+ ⟩  
/ /ENTER/MENU  
Press ENTER until ADDappears on the screen to set to  
add the unmemorized channel.  
TV  
- VHF/UHF channels  
CATV - CABLE TV channels  
To delete channels  
Press ENTER until DELETEappears on the screen to set  
to delete the channel from memory.  
Press MENU twice to return to normal screen.  
Repeat to to add or delete other channel.  
1
2
Setting channels automatically  
Auto Channel Memory  
3
Press MENU three times three times to return to normal  
screen.  
The VCR can receive a maximum of  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
181 channels by presetting the  
channels into memory.  
NOTE: You cant select CH SET UPif you set the channel  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
to L.  
Access Menu screen, then CH  
Set Up screen  
1
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
ON OFF  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
Press MENU on the Remote. Press  
SET /+ to select CH SET UP, then  
press ENTER.  
CH SET UP  
TV CATV  
AUTO CH MEMORY  
ADD/DELETE  
2
Perform Auto Channel Memory  
Press SET /+ to select AUTO CH  
MEMORY, then press ENTER.  
+ ⟩  
/ /ENTER/MENU  
3
Complete Auto Channel Memory  
The auto tuning will start. The  
channel display will count up and  
when finished, the screen returns to  
normal.  
CH 001  
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Playback  
Slow-motion  
Press PLAY ( ) on the  
Remote.  
Playback will proceed at  
1/10 th of the normal speed.  
Press PLAY ( ) to resume  
normal playback.  
OR Press Play ( ) on the  
Basic Playback  
VCR.  
Load a cassette  
1
PLAY  
NOTE:  
During slow motion picture, some noise might appear on  
the TV screen. Use the SET/+ on the Remote to eliminate  
the noise.  
POWER  
REW  
FF  
STOP/EJECT  
CH  
VIDEO (MONO)  
L
AUDIO  
R
TV/VCR  
TIMER  
REC  
POWER  
REC  
However, the VCR will turn to the default setting once a  
power failure occurs.  
Make sure the window side is up, the rear  
label side is facing you and the arrow on  
the front of the cassette is pointing  
towards the VCR.  
Speed search  
Press REW (  
) or FF  
OR Press REW (  
) or  
(
) on the Remote.  
FF ( ) on the VCR.  
Do not apply too much pressure when  
inserting.  
Press PLAY ( ) to resume  
normal playback.  
The VCR turns on, and the counter on  
the on-screen display is reset, automatically.  
Variable speed search  
If the cassettes record safety tab has been removed, playback  
begins automatically.  
Press REW (  
) or FF  
OR Press REW (  
) or FF  
Start playback  
2
(
) repeatedly on the  
(
) repeatedly on  
Remote.  
the VCR.  
Press PLAY (  
).  
Press PLAY ( ) to resume  
normal playback.  
Each time you press REW  
(
) or FF (  
) the  
playback speed changes.  
During playback  
Stop playback  
TAPE SPEED  
PICTURE SEARCH SPEED  
PRESS ONCE  
PRESS TWICE  
5X  
15X  
OR Press STOP/EJECT (/  
on the VCR.  
Press STOP ( ) on the  
SP  
EP  
3X  
9X  
)
Remote.  
When the tape is not running  
Rewind/fast-forward  
OR Press REW (  
) or FF  
Press REW (  
) or FF  
(
) on the VCR.  
(
) on the Remote.  
Pause playback and view still picture  
Press PAUSE.  
Press PLAY ( ) to resume  
normal playback.  
Eject the tape  
Press STOP/EJECT (/ ) on  
the VCR.  
Pause and Frame-by-Frame playback  
You can also eject the  
cassette when the VCR is  
turned off.  
Press PAUSE to pause, then  
press PAUSE repeatedly.  
Press PLAY ( ) to resume  
normal playback.  
Turn off the VCR  
Press POWER on the  
Remote.  
OR Press POWER ( /l) on  
the VCR.  
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– Playback –  
Playback Features  
Recording  
It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted  
material without the consent of the copyright owner.  
Accidental erasure prevention  
Adjusting tracking condition  
Tracking Adjustment  
Automatic tracking adjustment  
Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, automatic  
tracking starts working and continuously analyzes the signal  
to enable optimum picture quality during playback.  
Manual tracking adjustment  
If automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well during  
playback, press SET –/+ on the Remote to eliminate the  
noises. Press it briefly for a fine adjustment, or press and  
hold for a coarse adjustment.  
To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette,  
remove its record safety tab. To record on  
it later, cover the hole with adhesive  
tape.  
Record safety tab  
Basic Recording  
Load a cassette  
1
Make sure the record safety tab is  
intact. If not, cover the hole with  
adhesive tape before inserting the  
cassette.  
• Press SP/EP on the Remote again to reactivate automatic  
tracking.  
• The VCR turns on, and the counter  
is reset, automatically.  
2 Select recording channel  
Press CH–/+ or the Number keys on  
the Remote [CH–/+ on the VCR].  
CH 001  
Playing back tape repeatedly  
– Auto Repeat Play  
• If you connect the TV and the VCR  
only using the RF connection, press  
TV/VCR on the Remote so that the  
TV/VCR indicator lights to view the program to be  
recorded.  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
Access Menu screen  
Press MENU on the Remote.  
1
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
Press SET –/+ to select “AUTO  
REPEAT”.  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
Set tape speed  
Press SP/EP.  
3
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
ON OFF  
+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
Select ON/OFF  
Press ENTER to select “ON” or  
“OFF”.  
Press MENU to return to normal  
screen.  
2
3
00 : 00 : 00 SP  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
4
Start recording  
CH 110  
ON OFF  
On the VCR, press REC. Or on the  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
Remote, while holding REC, press  
PLAY ( ).  
Start Auto Repeat Play  
Press PLAY. The tape will play  
over and over until the repeat  
mode is canceled.  
The REC indicator will light.  
During recording  
Pause recording  
Press PAUSE.  
• Press PAUSE to resume recording.  
• You can select channel in the  
recording pause mode.  
Stop recording  
OR Press STOP/EJECT  
(/ ) on the VCR.  
Press STOP ( ) on the  
Remote.  
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Recording –  
Recording Features  
Timer Recording  
Specifying recording length  
Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with  
the remote control. The built-in timer allows automatic  
unattended recording of up to 8 programs within 1  
month.  
- One Touch Timer Recording (OTR)  
The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a  
simple and convenient way to make a timed  
recording.  
NOTES:  
EXAMPLE: One-touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes.  
After timer recording is completed, the VCR turns off  
automatically.  
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the  
TV on and select the video input mode on the TV.  
You can program the timer recording while a regular  
recording is in progress; the menu screens will not be  
recorded.  
The timer recording will start at 20 seconds before the  
time you predetermined.  
Load a cassette tape with the  
erase prevention tab intact.  
1
EXAMPLE: Program a timer recording for the 26th day,  
channel 125 (CATV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer program  
number 1 (Tape speed: EP).  
Press SP/EP to select the desired  
tape speed SP or EP.  
The counter and SP or EP will  
appear on the screen for about 4  
seconds.  
2
3
4
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the  
TV and this VCR on and select the video input mode on the  
TV.  
00 : 00 : 00 SP  
CH 125  
MENU  
Press MENU on the Remote.  
1
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
Press the Number keys or CH /+  
to select the channel to be  
recorded.  
The channel number will appear  
on the screen and display for  
about 4 seconds.  
Check the TIMER REC SET”  
option is selected, then press  
ENTER.  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
Press SET /+ to select one  
of the program lines, then  
press ENTER.  
2
DATE START  
END  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
CH  
– –  
– –  
– –  
– –  
– –  
– –  
– –  
– –  
– – – – –  
– – – – –  
– – – – –  
– – – – –  
– – – – –  
– – – – –  
– – – – –  
– – – – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
OTR 0 : 30  
CH 125  
Press REC on the VCR or while  
Press SET /+ to select the  
date, then press ENTER.  
3
4
holding REC, press PLAY ( ) on  
the Remote to begin recording.  
Press REC on the VCR again to  
stop recording after 30 minutes.  
Each additional press of REC will  
increase recording time as shown  
in the chart below, up to a  
maximum of 5 hours. The OTR  
and recording time will appear on  
screen for about 4 seconds.  
+ –  
/
/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU  
Set the start time, end time,  
channel and tape speed as in  
step 3.  
DATE  
START END  
CH  
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26(SU)  
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-
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-
-
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NOTE: To record from external  
source, press SET /+  
and set the channel to  
"L". "L" will appear  
+
//ENTER/CANCEL/MENU  
next to CH 125 (or 69).  
NOTES: Press REC to increase  
the time needed for  
recording (See the  
Press Recording time  
once  
twice  
NORMAL REC  
To enter other programs,  
repeat step 2 through 4. Or,  
press MENU twice to return  
to the normal screen.  
5
6
0:30  
chart ).  
To cancel OTR, press  
STOP ( ) or turn off  
the power.  
3 times  
4 times  
5 times  
6 times  
7 times  
8 times  
1:00  
1:30  
2:00  
3:00  
4:00  
5:00  
Press TIMER on the Remote.  
The power will go off, the  
TIMER indicator will light and  
the VCR stands by for  
recording.  
9 times NORMAL REC  
Watching one program while recording another  
During recording…  
If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF  
connection to view pictures from the VCR, press TV/VCR  
on the Remote so that VCR indicator goes off. (The TV  
broadcast being recorded disappears.)  
To use the VCR while it is in timer recording standby mode  
Press TIMER. After you use the VCR, press TIMER again  
to put the VCR into timer recording standby mode.  
If you are using the AV connection to view pictures from  
the VCR, change the TVs input mode from AV to TV.  
Then, select the channel you want to watch, on the TV.  
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Timer Recordings –  
IF THE PROGRAM OVERLAPS ANOTHER  
TO CORRECT THE SETTINGS  
When setting the Timer Recording, press ENTER until the  
desired setting blinks, then re-enter the setting using SET /+.  
When finished, press ENTER.  
NOTE: Do not overlap programs as portions of the  
conflicting programs will be lost. The first  
recording time has priority over the next recording  
time as shown in the diagram.  
NOTES: The VCR cannot be used while the TIMER  
indicator is lit.  
8 : 00  
9 : 00  
10 : 00  
11 : 00  
After a power failure or disconnection of the  
power plug, all programmed recording settings  
must be reset upon resumption of power. In this  
case, reset the clock and reprogram any timer  
recordings.  
Press CANCEL to move cursor backward for  
correction.  
Program 1  
Program 2  
Deleted Parts  
Program 3  
Non Recorded Portion Parts  
Recording  
Control Settings  
Prog.1  
Prog.2  
Prog.3  
NOTES: The everyday/every week recording can be made  
continuously until the recording is canceled or  
the tape reaches the end.  
TO SET DAILY/WEEKLY TIMER  
When setting the date in step 3 in the Setting the Timer  
Recording section on the previous page, press SET –  
repeatedly.  
During timer recording, the automatic rewinding  
mechanism does not function.  
The setting changes as follows:  
Example  
The current day (Friday)  
SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday)  
MO-SA (Monday to Saturday)  
MO-FR (Monday to Friday)  
WKL-TH (Weekly Thursday)  
One month later  
minus one day  
WKL-WE  
(Weekly Wednesday)  
TO CONFIRM THE SETTINGS  
Press SET /+ to select the  
DATE START  
END  
CH  
(
)
26 WE 11:00PM 11:30PM 125 EP  
TIMER REC SEToption in the  
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– –  
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MENU. Then press ENTER to  
display the timer program list.  
Press MENU twice to return to  
the normal screen.  
+ –  
/
/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU  
TO CANCEL A PROGRAM  
Press the SET /+ to select the  
TIMER REC SEToption in the  
MENU. Then press SET /+ to  
select the unnecessary program,  
and press CANCEL to cancel the  
program.  
DATE START  
END  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
CH  
– –  
– –  
– –  
– –  
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– –  
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: – –  
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: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
: – –  
+ –  
/
/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU  
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Other Functions  
BLUE BACK ON/OFF  
SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP)  
Your VCR is fitted with an SAP broadcast system which  
enables you to switch to a SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM  
when viewing a selected channel.  
This function applies only when the program is  
broadcast in multi-languages through the SAP broadcast  
system.  
When this function is set to ON, the TV screen becomes all  
blue in the following cases:  
When receiving a channel not in use.  
When stopping playback.  
1
Press MENU on the remote. Press SET /+ to select  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND.  
2 Press ENTER to select ON.  
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the  
TV and this VCR on, and select the video input mode the TV.  
Press MENU to return to normal screen.  
3
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
Press MENU.  
STEREO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK  
TIMER REC SET  
1
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
Press on the Remote SET /+ to  
RECORDING STEREO BROADCASTS  
select SAPoption.  
The VHS Hi-Fi audio system permits high fidelity recording  
of MTS STEREO TV broadcasts.  
ON OFF  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
Press ENTER to select ON”  
position.  
2
3
When a MTS STEREO broadcast is  
STEREO  
received, the STEREO will appear on  
the screen and the program can be  
viewed or recorded in stereo.  
The Hi-Fi STEREO recording proce-  
dure is the same as for normal  
recordings.  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TIMER REC SET  
AUTO REPEAT  
CH SET UP  
SAP  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE  
NO NOISE BACKGROUND  
Press MENU to return to  
normal screen.  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
ON OFF  
+//ENTER/MENU⟩  
NOTE: When using a CATV system, stereo TV programs  
may be transmitted over a mono cable channel. In  
this case the word "STEREO" will not appear and the  
sound will be in mono.  
LISTENING TO SAP  
When the VCR is turned on or a channel selection is made,  
make certain "SAP" appears on the screen.  
This means that the "Separate Audio Program" broadcast-  
ing is available.  
OUTPUT SELECTION  
When viewing an MTS STEREO TV program, or playing a  
prerecorded VHS Hi-Fi STEREO videotape, press  
A.MONITOR to select how the audio will be heard through  
the speakers. Normally set to the Hi-Fi STEREO position, this  
button can be set to the MONO position if the stereo  
broadcast or videotape audio is of poor quality. The "R" and  
"L" positions allow the audio from the Right or Left Hi-Fi  
channel to be heard over both TV speakers. This button has  
no effect when viewing a MONO videotape or TV program.  
Each time when you press the button, OUTPUT SELECTION  
display appears on the screen for several seconds. Refer to  
the chart below.  
STEREO SAP  
SAP  
OR  
OUTPUT  
SELECTION  
SOUND HEARD ON BOTH  
SPEAKERS  
JVC TV Remote Control  
This Remote can control some functions (TV POWER,  
INPUT, TV CH /+ and TV VOL /+) of a remote  
controllable JVC TV without setting.  
STEREO  
L ch  
R ch  
STEREO  
LEFT CHANNEL AUDIO  
RIGHT CHANNEL AUDIO  
MONO  
NOTE:  
MONO  
Its not possible to operate a unit not equipped with a  
remote sensor.  
NOTES: When playing back a tape that is not recorded in  
Hi-Fi stereo mode, the audio will automatically be  
monaural.  
This Remote can control a JVC TV only.  
When listening to a VHS Hi-Fi video tape or MTS  
broadcast through the VHF/UHF jack (Audio/  
Video cord not connected), the sound will be  
monaural.  
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Editing  
You can use your VCR as the playback or recording VCR.  
You can use a camcorder as the playback VCR and your VCR  
as the recording VCR. Refer also to the other components’  
instruction manuals for connection and its operations.  
1
Make connections  
Example: When using this VCR as the playback VCR  
This VCR (for playback)  
To audio/video out  
Audio/video cable (not  
supplied)  
To audio/video input  
Another VCR (for recording)  
When using this VCR as the recording VCR, connect this  
VCRs audio/video input connectors to the audio/video  
output connectors on the other VCR. If the playback VCR  
is monaural, connect the audio output connector on the  
playback VCR to the left audio input connector on this  
VCR.  
2 Load cassettes  
Insert the playback cassette into the playback VCR and the  
cassette to be recorded on into the recording VCR.  
3
Select input mode on recording VCR  
Select the correct external input on the recording VCR.  
On this VCR (when using this VCR as the recording VCR);  
Select L” — when connecting the other VCR to the audio/video  
input connectors on the front panel.  
Press O (AUX) or CH/+ on the Remote [CH/+ on the VCR].  
4
Start playback  
Press PLAY ( ) on the playback VCR.  
5
Start recording  
Press REC on the recording VCR.  
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Before Requesting Service  
Make sure by first checking the following points.  
SYMPTOM  
POWER  
CAUSE  
POSSIBLE SOLUTION  
Connect the AC power cord to the AC  
outlet.  
Insert a video cassette.  
The AC power cord is not connected.  
Cassette is not inserted.  
No power.  
Although the power is on, it  
does not operate.  
TV BROADCAST RECEPTION  
Antenna connection is not correct.  
Antenna cable is disconnected.  
The video channel is not in the correct  
position.  
Connect it correctly.  
Reconnect the antenna cable.  
Set it to CH 3 or 4.  
A TV program that is selected by  
the VCR does not appear on the  
screen.  
The TV is not set to the video channel  
3 or 4.  
Set the TV channel selector to the 3 or 4  
position.  
The TV/VCR selector is set at TV mode  
(The TV/VCR indicator is not lit).  
Press the TV/VCR selector button (The TV/  
VCR indicator will light).  
INPUT is set to the LINE mode.  
Press the Number key or CH /+ button to  
select your desired TV program.  
The TV/CATV menu option setting.  
A TV program selected by the  
VCR does not appear in color.  
Set the TV/CATV menu option to select TV  
or CATV mode.  
RECORDING  
Place a piece of vinyl tape over the gap.  
The erase prevention tab of the video  
cassette is broken off.  
TV recording does not work.  
Press the Number key or CH /+ button to  
select your desired TV program.  
INPUT is set to the LINE mode.  
Reset the present time.  
The time is not set correctly.  
The recording start/end time is not set  
correctly.  
Set the start/end time.  
Timer recording does not work.  
Press the TIMER button (The TIMER  
indicator is lit).  
The TIMER button has not been  
pressed (The TIMER indicator is not lit).  
PLAYBACK  
No picture on screen when  
playing back a recorded tape.  
The TV is not set to the video channel 3  
or 4.  
Set to the video channel 3 or 4 or  
adjust the fine tuning button on your  
TV set.  
Tracking adjustment beyond range of  
automatic tracking circuit.  
Video heads are dirty.  
Adjust tracking manually using the SET or  
+ buttons on the remote control.  
Noise bars on screen.  
Have the video heads cleaned.  
Try another tape.  
The tape is worn or damaged.  
REMOTE CONTROL  
It is not aimed at the remote sensor.  
Aim it at the remote sensor.  
Distance too far or too much light in  
the room.  
Operate within 15 feet (5 meters) reduce  
the light in the room.  
There is an obstacle in the path of the  
beam.  
Clear the path of the beam.  
Remote control does not work.  
The batteries are weak.  
The +, polarity of the batteries are  
not inserted correctly.  
Replace the batteries.  
Insert correctly.  
TV programs cannot be seen  
using the TV selector.  
Set to TV, or turn off the VCR power  
button.  
The TV/VCR function is in the VCR  
mode.  
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Specifications  
GENERAL  
:
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Power requirement  
Power consumption  
Power on  
:
:
9 W  
1.7 W  
Power off  
Temperature  
Operating  
:
:
:
:
:
:
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)  
20°C to 60°C (4°F to140°F)  
Horizontal only  
360 mm x 95 mm x 224 mm (14-3/16" x 3-3/4" x 8-13/16")  
3.2 kg (7.1 lbs)  
VHS NTSC standard  
Storage  
Operating position  
Dimensions (W x H x D)  
Weight  
Format  
Maximum recording time  
SP  
:
:
210 min. with ST-210 video cassette  
630 min. with ST-210 video cassette  
EP  
VIDEO/AUDIO  
:
NTSC-type color signal and EIA monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields  
Signal system  
Recording/Playback  
system  
:
:
:
DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system  
42 dB  
230 lines  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
Horizontal resolution  
Frequency range  
Normal audio  
Hi-Fi audio  
:
:
:
100 Hz to 10,000 Hz  
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz  
RCA connectors (IN x 1, OUT x 1)  
Input/Output  
TUNER  
:
Frequency-synthesized tuner  
Tuning system  
Channel coverage  
VHF  
:
:
:
:
Channels 213  
Channels 1469  
UHF  
113 Channels  
CATV  
RF output  
Channel 3 or 4 (switchable; preset to Channel 3 when shipped) 75 ohms,  
unbalanced  
TIMER  
:
:
:
Quartz  
Clock reference  
1-month programmable timer/8 programs  
Approx. 5 sec.  
Program capacity  
Memory backup for timer  
ACCESSORIES  
:
RF cable (F-type), Infrared remote control unit, AAAbattery x 2  
Provided accessories  
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless specified otherwise.  
E. & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.  
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FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)  
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER  
TOLL FREE: 1-800-537-5722  
Dear Customer,  
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, please read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the  
event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location within the Continental United States, please call 1-800-  
Warranty Service.  
— JVC  
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING  
COMPANY OF AMERICA  
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.  
Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and  
production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is  
world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.  
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS  
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA  
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.  
10 New Maple Avenue  
Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641  
Dont service the product yourself.  
ACCESSORIES  
To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you may  
contact your local JVC Dealer.  
From the 48 Continental United States call toll free:  
CAUTION  
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. There  
are no user serviceable parts inside.  
Please refer to qualified service personnel for repairs.  
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WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90  
JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL  
PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase  
for the period as shown below. (The Warranty Period)  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN COMMON-  
WEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.  
WHAT WE WILL DO:  
If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and  
replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers. Parts used for  
replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC  
authorized service center on a carry-in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered  
on an in-home basis.  
WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:  
Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For your nearest JVC authorized service  
center, please call toll free: (800) 537-5722.  
If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of your bill  
of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location of which will be  
given to you by the toll-free number.  
If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:  
This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:  
1. Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation,  
lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to render such service,  
or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with,  
defaced or removed;  
2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair;  
3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owners Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;  
4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage;  
5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge;  
6. Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus (Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase;  
7. Accessories;  
8. Batteries (except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase);  
There are no other express warranties except as listed above.  
THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO  
THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.  
JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES,  
WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR  
DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS  
AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE,  
ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,  
so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other  
rights which vary from state to state.  
JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA  
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.  
1700 Valley Road  
Wayne, New Jersey 07470  
REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF REFUR-  
BISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED  
WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.  
For customer use:  
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this  
information for future reference.  
Model No.:  
Serial No.:  
Purchase date:  
Name of dealer:  
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