JVC Hr-S9600eu

ENGLISH
CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST 2
Safety Precautions ................................... 2
INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER 4
Basic Connections ................................... 4
S-VIDEO Connection .............................. 5
INITIAL SETTINGS 6
Auto Set Up ............................................ 6
Preset Download ..................................... 8
Language .............................................. 10
VIDEO CASSETE RECORDER On-Screen Displays ............................... 11
Power Save Mode ................................. 12
T-V LINK 13
HR-S9600EU
T-V Link Functions ................................ 13
INFORMATION ON COLOUR SYSTEM 14
Colour System Set ................................. 14
PLAYBACK 15
Basic Playback ...................................... 15
Playback Features ................................. 16
TimeScan .............................................. 20
RECORDING 22
Basic Recording .................................... 22
Recording Features ................................ 23
B.E.S.T. Picture System .......................... 26
TIMER RECORDING 28
FIRST SHOWVIEW Timer Programming .............. 28
Express Timer Programming .................. 30
Automatic Satellite
Programme Recording ........................... 35
SPECIAL FEATURES 36
Remote Control Functions ..................... 36
SEE
CABLE AUTO SET-UP EDITING 39
Preparation For Editing .......................... 39
VCR TV /SAT
1 LCD PROG AUDIO – –:– – TV/VCR

ON BACK
2
1 2
ENTER/ENTREE
3
30 SEC
Edit From A Camcorder ......................... 40
4 5 6
VPS/PDC DAILY/QTDN. WEEKLY/HEBDO
Synchro Editing ..................................... 41
7 8 9 3
0000 AUX
0
4
4
Edit To Or From Another Video
1 PROG
2
MENU OK 3
Recorder ............................................... 42
START
DEBUT
STOP
FIN
DATE TV
PROG Audio Dubbing ..................................... 45
Insert Editing ......................................... 46
EXPRESS
DIGITAL
PUSH-OPEN REC LINK TBC / NR TIMER
Random Assemble Editing ..................... 48

STANDBY/ON
REC LINK DIGITAL TBC / NR TIMER
TV PROG +
INFORMATION ON J TERMINAL 50
+
TV
– TV
T V PR O G –
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 51
Connection To A Satellite Tuner ............. 51
Connecting/Using A Decoder ................ 54
Connecting/Using A Stereo System ........ 55
SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS 56
Tuner Set ............................................... 56
625 Video Channel Set ................................. 63
Clock Set ............................................... 64
SHOWVIEW Setup .................................... 66
TROUBLESHOOTING 67
INSTRUCTIONS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 69
INDEX 70
SPECIFICATIONS 75
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2 EN 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.
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.
WARNING
There are two different types of SECAM colour systems: SECAM-L, used in FRANCE (also called SECAM-West),
and SECAM-B, used in Eastern European countries (also called SECAM-East).
1. This recorder can also receive SECAM-B colour television signals for recording and playback.
2. Recordings made of SECAM-B television signals produce monochrome pictures if played back on a video
recorder of SECAM-L standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on a PAL video
recorder with SECAM-B system incorporated (even if the TV set is SECAM-compatible).
3. SECAM-L prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a SECAM-L video recorder produce monochrome
pictures when played back with this recorder.
4. This recorder cannot be used for the SECAM-L standard. Use a SECAM-L recorder to record SECAM-L signals.
IMPORTANT
n Please read the various precautions on page 2 and 3 before installing or operating the recorder.
n It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent
of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary,
dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.
625
n Cassettes marked "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only
with cassettes marked "S-VHS".
n SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under licence
from Gemstar Development Corporation.

EN 3
For Italy:
"It is declared that this product, brand JVC, conforms to the Ministry Decree n. 548 of 28 Aug.'95 published in the
Official Gazette of the Italian Republic n. 301 of 28 Dec.'95"
The STANDBY/ON button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating
current on and off. " " shows electrical power standby and " " shows ON.
Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long Play) mode cannot be played back on a single-
speed video recorder.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the recorder, remote control or video
cassette.
1. DO NOT place the recorder . . .
... 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 recorder’s ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the recorder or remote control.
5. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under
extremely humid conditions—just as water droplets form in the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid. Moisture
condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where condensation may occur, keep the
recorder turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.
ABOUT HEAD CLEANING

Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or
interrupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur.

4 EN INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER
It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected.
Basic
Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED
BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.
CHECK CONTENTS
Connections 1
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories
listed in “Specifications” (Z pg. 75).
Aerial terminal SITUATE RECORDER

2
Back of TV Place the recorder on a stable, horizontal surface.
CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV
3
The connection method you use depends on the type of
TV you have.
21-pin SCART
connector TV Aerial RF CONNECTION
Cable ● To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals . . .
RF Cable a– Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
(provided) b– Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack
on the rear panel of the recorder.
21-pin SCART Cable c– Connect the provided RF cable between the RF
OUT jack on the rear panel of the recorder and the
TV’s aerial terminal.
AV CONNECTION
● To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals . . .
Mains Power a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per “RF
Cord CONNECTION”.
b– Connect an optional SCART cable between the
AV1 IN/OUT socket on the rear panel of the
recorder and the TV’s 21-pin SCART connector.
c– Set the AV1 OUT switch to the appropriate position.
See "AV1 INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL SELECTION
FOR AV CONNECTION" below.
CONNECT RECORDER TO
AV1 IN/OUT Rear view
MAINS
AV1 OUT
4
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains
switch outlet.
Mains outlet
After you plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet, the
Make AV connection if your TV has a 21-pin AV input Country Set display appears on the TV screen and/or on the
connector (SCART) in order to reduce the possibility of recorder's front display panel when the button on the
interference. And if you are using a stereo TV, you will need recorder/remote control is pressed for the first time to power
this cable in order to enjoy stereo playback of videotapes. on the recorder; go to page 6 to perform Auto Set Up.
AV1 INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL SELECTION FOR AV CONNECTION

The AV1 IN/OUT connector accepts and delivers either a composite signal (regular video signal) or a Y/C signal (a signal in
which the luminance and chrominance signals are separated). For input signal selection, select "VIDEO" (regular video signal) or
"S-VIDEO" (Y/C signal) for "AV1 SELECT" setting (Z pg. 44). For output signal selection, use AV1 OUT switch of the rear panel.
● If your TV's 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) is compatible only with the regular video signal, set this switch to COMP.
● If your TV's 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) is compatible with the Y/C signal, set this switch to Y/C. You can obtain high-
quality S-VHS pictures. (For connection, be sure to use a 21-pin SCART cable that is compatible with the Y/C signal.)
NOTES:
● Set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV), Y/C, or RGB mode according to the type of your TV's SCART connector.
● For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction manual of your television.
● To obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures, you can also use the S-VIDEO CONNECTION described on page 5.

EN 5
S-VIDEO Connection
Back of TV
Aerial terminal
S-VIDEO IN
connector S-Video cable (provided)
AUDIO IN
connectors
Aerial or Cable
Audio cable (not provided)
Mains outlet S-VIDEO OUT ANT. IN
Mains Power Cord
SYNCHRO EDIT JLIP

ANT. IN
AV1 OUT
S OUT AV1 IN/OUT L
COMP. Y/C AUDIO
OUT
R
AV2 IN/DECODER
PAUSE/R.A. EDIT
RF OUT
Back of Recorder
AUDIO OUT RF OUT
RF Cable (provided)
● To Connect to A TV With S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN Connectors . . . NOTES:

● You can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures.
CONNECT RECORDER TO ● If your television is not stereo-capable, use the recorder's
TV AUDIO OUT connectors to connect to an audio amplifier for

Hi-Fi stereo sound reproduction. (Z pg. 55)
1
a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF ● To operate the recorder with your TV using the S-VIDEO
CONNECTION" (Z pg. 4). connection, set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV mode).
b– Connect the recorder's S-VIDEO OUT connector to ● For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction manual
the TV's S-VIDEO IN connector. of your television.
c– Connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT connectors to
the TV's AUDIO IN connectors.
CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS
2
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains
outlet.
After you plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet, the Country Set display appears on the TV screen and/or on the recorder's
front display panel when the button on the recorder/remote control is pressed for the first time to power on the recorder; go to
page 6 to perform Auto Set Up.

6 EN INITIAL SETTINGS
When the button on the recorder/remote control is pressed
for the first time to power on the recorder after you plug the
Auto Set Up mains power cord into a mains outlet, the Country Set display
will appear on the TV screen and the recorder's front display
panel. By simply selecting your country*, the Auto Set Up
Auto Channel Set/Auto function sets the tuner channels, clock** and Guide Program
numbers automatically.
Clock Set/Auto Guide * * If you live in Belgium (BELGIUM) or Switzerland (SUISSE), you also
need to select your language.
Program Number Set ** If you live in Hungary (MAGYARORSZAG), Czech Republic (CESKA
REPUBLIKA), Poland (POLSKA) or other countries in Eastern Europe
(OTHER EASTERN EUROPE), set the clock manually.
You can refer to the front display panel and/or the on-screen
display to perform this procedure.
1 – –:– –
2
Before starting, make sure of the following:
● The TV aerial cable should be connected to the recorder.
1 2 3 ● The recorder's mains power cord should be connected to
a mains outlet.
4 5 6 ● If you want to use the on-screen display, the TV should
be set to its AV mode (with AV or S-VIDEO connection
7 8 9 3
Z pg. 4 or 5) or UHF channel 36 (with RF connection
4 Z pg. 4).
0 4
1 3
OK
2
TURN ON THE RECORDER
1
Press on the recorder or remote control. The
Country Set display appears on the front display panel
and/or on the screen.
NOTE: BELGIUM
If you have connected your ESKÁ REPUBLIKA
DANMARK
TV to the recorder with RF DEUTSCHLAND
connection and the on- ESPAÑA
GREECE
screen display appearing ITALIA
on UHF channel 36 looks MAGYARORSZÁG
distorted, perform "Video NEXT PAGE
[5∞] =
Channel Set" on page 63. [MENU] : EXIT
International Telephone Country Code
BELGIUM : 32 NORGE : 47
ESKÁ REPUBLIKA : 42 ÖSTERREICH : 43 SELECT COUNTRY
2
DANMARK : 45 POLSKA : 48 If you are referring to the front display panel
DEUTSCHLAND : 49 PORTUGAL : 351 Press %fi to select your international telephone country code
ESPAÑA : 34 SUISSE : 41 of your country referring to the chart in the left column.
GREECE : 30 SUOMI : 358 (Ex.) DEUTSCHLAND is selected
ITALIA : 39 SVERIGE : 46
MAGYARORSZÁG : 36 OTHER WESTERN EUROPE :--
NEDERLAND : 31 OTHER EASTERN EUROPE : EE
If you are referring to the on-screen display
Press %fi to move the
ATTENTION highlight bar (pointer) to
your country's name.
BELGIUM
ESKÁ REPUBLIKA
DANMARK
Once you have performed Auto Set Up, even if the DEUTSCHLAND
recorder's memory backup has expired, all the stored ESPAÑA
stations and their Guide Program numbers remain in the NOTE: GREECE
ITALIA
recorder's memory and the recorder will not perform Auto If you have selected MAGYARORSZÁG
Set Up again. You only need to set the clock. (Z pg. 64) BELGIUM (32) or SUISSE NEXT PAGE
[5∞] =
(41), go to step 3. If you [MENU] : EXIT
If you have moved to a different area, perform each setting have selected
as required. MAGYARORSZAG (36), CESKA REPUBLIKA (42),
● Video Channel setting (for RF connection users) Z pg. 63 POLSKA (48) or OTHER EASTERN EUROPE (EE), press
● Tuner setting Z pg. 56 OK. The Clock Set screen will appear. Set the clock
● Clock setting Z pg. 64 manually (Z pg. 64 – 65), then go to step 4. If you have
If a new station starts broadcasting in your area, perform selected any other country name (code), go to step 4.
tuner setting (Z pg. 56) and, if necessary, video channel
setting (Z pg. 63).

EN 7
SELECT LANGUAGE NOTES:
● Auto channel set function takes place first; it assigns automati-
3
Press OK. The Language Set display appears on the cally all receivable stations in your area.
front display panel and/or on the screen. ● Auto clock set function sets the clock automatically by
If you are referring to the front display panel reading the clock setting data from a station transmitting a
Press %fi to select your language code. PDC signal while auto channel set is being performed.
● During auto channel set, the recorder recognizes each station
Language Code name of the detected stations and stores them in the
ENGLISH : 01 NEDERLANDS : 06 recorder's memory, then automatically sets SHOWVIEW
DEUTSCH : 02 SVENSKA : 07 assigned Guide Program number for those stations according
FRANCAIS : 03 NORSK : 08 to the broadcast area.
ITALIANO : 04 SUOMI : 09 ● In the area where no TV station transmits a PDC signal, the
CASTELLANO : 05 DANSK : 10 recorder can perform neither auto clock set nor auto Guide
Program number set.
(Ex.) DEUTSCH is selected for SUISSE ● If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while Auto
International telephone Language code Set Up is in progress, Auto Set Up will be interrupted; be sure
country code to turn off the recorder power once and try again from step 1.
● Auto clock may not function properly depending on the
reception condition.
If you are referring to DANSK

SUOMI
the on-screen display NORSK
Press %fi to move the SVENSKA
NEDERLANDS
highlight bar (pointer) to CASTELLANO
the language of your ITALIANO
choice. FRANCAIS
DEUTSCH
ENGLISH
[5∞] =
[MENU] : ENDE
(Ex.) DEUTSCH is selected
PERFORM AUTO SET UP
4
Press OK.
If you are referring to the front display panel
Press %fi to select "Auto" and press OK or #.

highlight bar (pointer) to
"AUTO SET" and press OK AUTO SET
or #. T-V LINK
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
"Auto" blinks on the display panel; do NOT press

any button on the recorder or remote control until
the display panel shows either the display as
illustrated on page 9 or "– –:– –".
● If you are using the on-

screen display, the
AUTO SET screen will AUTO SET
appear. As Auto Set Up PLEASE WAIT
progresses, the " "
mark on the screen
moves from left to 0 + + +
right.
[MENU] : EXIT
Beginning End
● If "– –:– –" appears on the display panel, refer to

page 9.

8 EN INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
When you connect the recorder and your TV via fully-wired
21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 4), you can set the recorder's tuner
Preset channels by downloading preset data from your TV instead of

using the Auto Set Up function (Z pg. 6). After downloading is
completed, the recorder sets the clock and Guide Program
Download
number automatically. For details, refer to the instruction
manual for your TV.
Perform steps 1 to 3 of "Auto Set Up" on page 6 and 7 before

continuing.
You can use this function only with the TV offering
T-V Link, etc.*
* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,
SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NEXTVIEWLINK via fully-
PERFORM PRESET DOWNLOAD
1
Press OK.
wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and
available functions may differ by system. If you are referring to the front display panel
Press %fi to select "CH – –" and press OK or #.

"T-V LINK" and press OK AUTO SET
or #. T-V LINK
1 – –:– –
1 2 3 [5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
4 5 6 Preset position on the display panel increases from

"CH1"; do NOT press any button on the recorder or
7 8 9 3
remote control until the display panel shows either
4 the display as illustrated on page 9 or "– –:– –".
0 4
1 3
OK ● If "– –:– –" appears on the display panel, refer to page
MENU
2
9.
● If you are using the on-
screen display, the T-V T-V LINK
LINK screen will appear.
Then the GUIDE PROG PLEASE WAIT
SET screen will appear
during Guide Program
number set.
● If you press any button
on the recorder or [MENU] : EXIT
remote control while

downloading is in
progress, it will be
interrupted. GUIDE PROG SET
PLEASE WAIT
NOTES: [MENU] : EXIT

● In the area where no TV station transmits a PDC signal, the
recorder can perform neither auto clock set nor auto Guide
Program number set. SET VIDEO CHANNEL
2
● If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while Set the Video Channel to off manually. (Z pg. 63)
downloading or set up is in progress, it will be interrupted; be
sure to turn off the recorder power once and try again from the
beginning.
● Auto clock may not function properly depending on the
● When you perform T-V LINK function, be sure to use fully-
wired 21-pin SCART cable.
● On this recorder, the characters available for station’s name
*
(ID) are A–Z, 0–9, –, , + and (space). Some downloaded
station’s name may differ from those of your TV (Z pg. 60).

EN 9
Results of Auto Set Up/Preset Download appear on the front display panel
A B C
When both auto channel set and auto When auto channel set has been When neither auto channel set nor auto
clock set have been completed success- completed successfully but auto clock set clock set has been completed success-
fully the correct current time will be has not, "1" (channel position) will be fully, "– –:– –" will be displayed.
displayed after the OK button is pressed in displayed after the OK button is pressed in
step 4 on page 7 or in step 1 on page 8. step 4 on page 7 or in step 1 on page 8.
You can check if the Guide Program numbers have been set correctly when you perform SHOWVIEW Timer Programming
(Z pg. 28); if the correct channel position number is displayed in step 3, this confirms that the Guide Program number for the
SHOWVIEW number you enter in step 2 has been set correctly.
A If both auto channel set and auto clock set have been performed successfully:
1 Turn on the TV and select its VIDEO channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in
the recorder's memory by using the TV PROG button(s).
● If station names (ID — Z pg. 61) have also been stored in the recorder's memory, the station name will be displayed at
the top left corner of the screen for about 5 seconds when the recorder is tuned to a different station.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel positions, or to set or change
station names, see pages 58 – 62.
B If auto channel set has succeeded but auto clock set has not:
1 Turn on the TV and select its VIDEO channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in
the recorder's memory by using the TV PROG button(s).
● If station names (ID — Z pg. 61) have also been stored in the recorder's memory, the station name will be displayed at
the top left corner of the screen for about 5 seconds when the recorder is tuned to a different station.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel positions, or to set or change
station names, see pages 58 – 62.
2 Perform "Clock Set" on page 64.
C If both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed:
1 Make sure the TV aerial cable is connected properly to the recorder and turn off the recorder power once, then turn the
recorder power back on again.
● The Country Set display appears on the front display panel and/or on the screen; perform steps 2 – 4 on pages 6 – 7 again
or perform the procedure on page 8.
IMPORTANT
n In certain reception conditions, station names may not be stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may not
work properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set properly, when you timer-record a TV programme using SHOWVIEW,
the recorder will record a TV programme of a different station. When programming the timer using SHOWVIEW, be sure to
check whether the channel position on which your recorder receives the broadcasting station you wish to record is selected
(Z pg. 28, "SHOWVIEW Timer Programming").
n Your video recorder memorizes all detected stations even if reception of some of them is poor. In these cases picture quality
may be poor. To delete those stations with an unacceptable picture Z "Delete A Channel" on page 59.
INFORMATION
Language for the on-screen display
Auto Set Up also selects the language automatically for the on-screen display depending on the Country setting you have made
in step 2 on page 6 (unless you have selected BELGIUM or SUISSE), as shown below.
SUOMI [ SUOMI DANMARK [ DANSK NEDERLAND [ NEDERLANDS
PORTUGAL [ ENGLISH ÖSTERREICH [ DEUTSCH GREECE [ ENGLISH
DEUTSCHLAND [ DEUTSCH ESKÁ REPUBLIKA [ ENGLISH OTHER WESTERN EUROPE [ ENGLISH
POLSKA [ ENGLISH ITALIA [ ITALIANO OTHER EASTERN EUROPE [ ENGLISH
NORGE [ NORSK MAGYARORSZÁG [ ENGLISH
SVERIGE [ SVENSKA ESPAÑA [ CASTELLANO
If you want to change the language setting manually, Z "Language" on page 10.
Just Clock
Your recorder is equipped with the Just Clock function which provides accurate time keeping through automatic adjustments at
regular intervals, by reading data from a PDC signal. If you want to take advantage of this function, simply set it to "ON".
Z "Just Clock" on page 64.

This recorder offers you the choice to view on-screen messages
in 10 different languages. Though Auto Set Up selects the
Language language automatically (Z pg. 9), you can change the language
setting manually using this procedure as required.

1
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Press .
ACCESS MAIN MENU

2
Press MENU.
ACCESS COUNTRY SET

1 – –:– – SCREEN
3
2
Press %fi to move the MAIN MENU
1 2 3 highlight bar (pointer) to
MODE SET
"AUTO CH SET", then AUTO CH SET
press OK or #. MANUAL CH SET
4 5 6 INITIAL SET
REC LEVEL CTL
R.A. EDITT
7 8 9 3
4
[5∞] =
0 4
[MENU] : EXIT
3
1 OK
2MENU
SELECT COUNTRY
4
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to your
country's name, then press OK or #.
SELECT LANGUAGE
5
Press %fi to move the DANSK
highlight bar (pointer) to SUOMI
NORSK
the language of your SVENSKA
choice. NEDERLANDS
CASTELLANO
● You do not have to press ITALIANO
FRANCAIS
OK; pressing OK enters DEUTSCH
Auto Set/T-V LINK ENGLISH
[5∞] =
screen. [MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
6
Press MENU.

EN 11
You can choose whether or not to have various operational
indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF.
On-Screen Messages appear in the selected language (Z pg. 9 or 10).

Displays 1
Press .
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN

3
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET" by
pressing %fi, then press OK or #.
1 – –:– –
ENABLE/DISABLE
2
1 2 3
4 5 6 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
4
The default setting is “ON”, MODE SET
7 8 9 3
so if you want on-screen
B. E. S. T. ON
4
displays, leave the setting PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
0 4 as it is and go to step 5. If AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
3 you don’t want the displays DIRECT REC ON
1 OK to appear, press %fi to AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
MENU DIGITAL 3R ON
2
move the highlight bar NEXT PAGE
(pointer) to "O.S.D." and [5∞] =
press OK or # to set [MENU] : EXIT
“O.S.D.” to “OFF”.
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

5
Press MENU.
NOTES:
● When you use this recorder as the player for editing, be sure
to set "O.S.D." to "OFF" before starting.
● During playback, the operation mode indicators may be
disturbed depending on the type of tape being used.
The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing.
13 14 1 1– Operation mode indicators
2– Tape speed SP/LP/EP (EP is for NTSC playback only)
3– Tape direction
q6 4– Index MARK/ERASE indicator (Z pg. 17)
12 PR. 12 ABCD ] SP 2 5– Counter display
11 21 : 00
24. 12. 99 – WARNING–
6– Tape remaining time indicator (Z pg. 23)
10 TIMER RECORDING 7– Audio mode display (Z pg. 19)
TO START SOON
[ ] 3 8– Tape position indicator (Z pg. 15)
9– Type of Broadcast (Z pg. 25)
9 ST
+ + +
MARK
+
4 10– Current day/month/year
0
8 HI FI –1 : 23 : 45 5 11– Clock display
7 NORM REMAIN 1 : 00 6 12– Channel position number and station name/Aux. indicator
(L-1, L-2, F-1 or S-1)
13– Timer warning display (Z pg. 29, 31)
14– Cassette loaded mark

You can reduce the power consumption while the recorder is
turned off.
Power Save TURN ON THE RECORDER

Mode 1
Press .

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
2
Press MENU.

3
MODE SET
"MODE SET", then press AUTO CH SET
1 – –:– – OK or #. MANUAL CH SET
INITIAL SET
2 REC LEVEL CTL
R.A. EDITT
1 2 3
[5∞] =
4 5 6 [MENU] : EXIT
7 8 9 3
0
4 SELECT POWER SAVE
MODE
4
3
1 OK
4
MENU
2 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "POWER
SAVE", then press OK or # to set to "ON".
MODE SET
PREVIOUS PAGE
B. E. S. T. ON POWER SAVE ON
PICTURE CONTROL AUTO S-VHS AUTO
AUTO TIMER OFF AV1 SELECT VIDEO
O. S. D. ON AV2 SELECT AV2
DIRECT REC ON COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC
AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF TIME SCAN AUDIO ON
DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] = [5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT [MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
5
Press MENU.
NOTES:
● During Power Save, the display panel will be turned off.
● The Just Clock function (Z pg. 64) does not work while the
Power Save mode is engaged.
● While the recorder is in the Power Save mode, the picture
may be distorted momentarily when you turn on/off the
recorder.
● Power Save does not work when ...
... the recorder is in the Timer mode.
... the recorder's power is turned off after timer-recording (or
Instant Timer Recording).
... the Auto Satellite Prog Recording mode is engaged
(Z pg. 35).
... "AV2 SELECT" is set to "DECODER" or "SAT" (Z pg. 44).

T-V LINK EN 13
Direct Rec
T-V Link You can start recording the programme that you are watching
on your TV with simple operation. Press and hold RECORD and
press PLAY on the remote control, or press RECORD on the
Functions recorder.
Follow the procedure below to use this function.
When you connect the recorder and your TV via fully-wired TURN ON THE RECORDER
21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 4), the following functions are
1
Press .
available. You can use these functions only with the 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 NEXTVIEWLINK via fully- ACCESS MAIN MENU
wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and
available functions may differ by system. SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
NexTView Link ACCESS MODE SET

You can download the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
information from your TV for timer-programming on the SCREEN
3
recorder. Press %fi to move the MAIN MENU
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV. highlight bar (pointer) to
MODE SET
"MODE SET", then press AUTO CH SET
OK or #. MANUAL CH SET
INITIAL SET
REC LEVEL CTL
TV Auto Power On R.A. EDITT
You can turn on the TV and set it to video mode automatically [5∞] =
whenever you play a tape. [MENU] : EXIT
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
SELECT DIRECT REC MODE

4
Press %fi to move the MODE SET
VCR Auto Standby highlight bar (pointer) to
"DIRECT REC", then press B. E. S. T. ON
PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
You can use your TV's remote control to turn off the recorder. OK or # to set to "ON". AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV. DIRECT REC ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
5
Press MENU.
NOTES:
● If "DIRECT REC" is set to "OFF", the RECORD button functions
as described in "Basic Recording" (Z pg. 22) .
● During the Direct Rec, "– –" appears on the display panel.
● When you perform T-V LINK functions, be sure to use the
fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable.
● Retake function does not work during Direct Rec (Z pg. 24).

14 EN INFORMATION ON COLOUR SYSTEM
You can play back PAL, NTSC and MESECAM tapes, or record
PAL and SECAM* signals on this recorder. Follow the procedure
Colour below to select the appropriate colour system.

* SECAM signals will be recorded as MESECAM on this recorder;
MESECAM is the designation for tapes with SECAM signals that have
System Set
been recorded on a MESECAM-compatible PAL video cassette
recorder.

1
Press .
ACCESS MAIN MENU

SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
1 – –:– –
1 2 3
3
4 5 6 Press %fi to move the MAIN MENU
MODE SET
7 8 9 3 "MODE SET", then press AUTO CH SET
4
OK or #. MANUAL CH SET
0 INITIAL SET
4
REC LEVEL CTL
3 R.A. EDITT
1 OK
MENU
2
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SELECT COLOUR SYSTEM

MODE
4
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to
"COLOUR SYSTEM", then press OK or # to select the
appropriate colour system.
MODE SET
PREVIOUS PAGE
B. E. S. T. ON POWER SAVE OFF
DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] = [5∞] =
a- PAL/NTSC: To record PAL signals, or play back a

PAL or NTSC tape.
b- MESECAM: To record SECAM signals, or play back a
MESECAM tape.
RETURN TO NORMAL
NOTES: SCREEN
About NTSC Playback
5
● Some TVs shrink the picture vertically and place black bars at Press MENU.
the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction on
the part of either the video recorder or the TV.
● The picture may roll up and down. This can be corrected
using the V-HOLD control found on some TVs. (This cannot
be corrected if the TV does not have a V-HOLD control.)
● The counter and tape remaining time readings will be
incorrect.
● During search, still, or frame-by-frame playback, the picture
will be distorted, and there may be a loss of colour.
● Depending on the type of TV, the top and bottom portions of
superimposed displays may be cut off during NTSC playback.

PLAYBACK EN 15
The easiest, most basic operation possible with your video
recorder is tape playback. Already-recorded signals on a video
Basic tape are read by your video recorder and displayed on your TV
just like a TV programme.
Playback LOAD A CASSETTE

1
Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is
facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is
pointed toward the recorder. Don’t apply too much
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). pressure when inserting.
● The recorder power comes on automatically and the
counter is reset to 0:00:00.
T
EC
● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback
EJ
P/
begins automatically.
O
ST
FIND PROGRAMME START
POINT
2
If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW or
turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left.
To go forward, press FF or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the
right.
START PLAYBACK
8
3
1 3
Press PLAY. “BEST” appears blinking in the recorder's
2
display panel during automatic tracking. (Z pg. 26)
SHUTTLE
STOP PLAYBACK
AY
4
Press STOP on the remote or STOP/EJECT on the
PL
recorder’s front panel. Then press STOP/EJECT to

remove the cassette.
1 3
Usable cassettes
PL
AY
FF
REW

P
O
ST
Tape Position Indicator ● Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on

this video recorder. Simply place the recorded cassette
The tape position indicator into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like
appears on screen when, any full-sized VHS cassette.
from the Stop mode, you ● This video recorder can record on regular VHS and
press FF, REW or perform an Super VHS cassettes. While only VHS signals can be
Index Search. The position recorded on regular VHS cassettes, both VHS and Super
of “5” in relation to “0” 3 VHS signals can be recorded and played back using
(beginning) or “+” (end) 0 + + + Super VHS cassettes.
shows you where you are 1:23:45
on the tape. REMAIN 2:35
”O.S.D.” (Z pg. 11) must

be set to “ON”, or the
Beginning End
indicator will not appear.
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times
when the indication is not correct.

16 EN PLAYBACK (cont.)
Slow Motion
Playback ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION
PLAYBACK
Features 1
During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the
right for forward slow motion, or to the left for reverse
slow motion (refer to the illustration on the left).
Still
OR
During still picture, press and hold PAUSE for 2
seconds, then release. Press and release again to return
to still picture.
Slow
v e rs e OR
Re low motio
e s n Pl
a
During still picture, press and hold @ or #. Release to
rs return to still picture.
y
p ve
y
la
Re
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

8
Forw rch
NOTE:
sea
Reverse
search
ard
For Time Jog, see page 21.
High-Speed (Turbo) Search

NOTES: ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED
● Refer to the SHUTTLE ring illustration above as you read the
following procedures. SEARCH
● Reverse playback is possible only with a tape recorded in SP
1
During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring all the
mode. way to the right for forward high-speed search, or to
the left for reverse high-speed search. Releasing
SHUTTLE resumes still picture playback.
OR
Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame During playback or still, press FF for forward high-
Playback speed search, or REW for reverse high-speed search.

PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK
NOTE:
1
Press PAUSE.
For short searches, press and hold FF or REW for over 2 seconds
● During still picture, the sound from the previous
during playback or still picture. When released, normal playback
3 seconds (approx.) will be played back repeatedly
resumes.
(provided there was at least 6 seconds of normal
playback prior to engaging the still picture mode).
● "TIME SCAN AUDIO" must be set to "ON", or the
sound will not be heard. (Z pg. 21)
ATTENTION
ACTIVATE FRAME-BY-FRAME ● The operations by JOG dial/SHUTTLE ring do not include
PLAYBACK TimeScan (Z pg. 20).
● Picture may not appear during high-speed search with an
2
Turn the JOG dial to the right for forward frame-by- LP-recorded tape.
frame playback, or to the left for reverse frame-by-frame ● In the high-speed search, still, slow motion or frame by
playback. frame playback mode, the picture will be distorted, and
OR there will be a loss of colour.
Press PAUSE. ● When normal playback resumes from search, still, slow
motion or frame-by-frame playback, the picture may
OR jitter vertically momentarily depending on the type of TV
Press @ or #. being used.

EN 17
Variable-Speed Search Index Search
Your recorder automatically marks
ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED index codes at the beginning of
each recording. This function gives
£ 2
SEARCH you quick access to any one of 9

index codes in either direction.
1
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
NOTE:
page 16). Before starting, make sure the
recorder is in the Stop mode.
NOTE: ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH

1
Variable-speed search with TimeScan (Z pg. 20) can be used Press @ or # (™ or £). “™ 1” or “£ 1” is
by pressing the remote control's @ or # button. displayed on screen and search begins in the corre-
sponding direction.
● To access index codes 2 through 9, press @ or #
Manual Tracking repeatedly until the correct index number is displayed.
Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking Ex.: To locate the beginning of B from the current
control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the position, press @ twice.
tracking manually by pressing the TV PROG buttons. To locate the beginning of D from the current
position, press # once.
Current position
A B C D E F
OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC –2 –1 1 2 3
TRACKING
%
%
1
Press on the remote to engage manual tracking. Index number
● When the specified index code is located, playback
begins automatically.
ADJUST TRACKING Manual Index Mark/Erase

MANUALLY To mark an index code...
2
Press TV PROG + or – to adjust tracking. ...during playback press INDEX MARK on the recorder.
● The recorder will mark an index code at that location.
● If "O.S.D." is set to "ON" (Z pg. 11), "MARK" blinks on the
screen while an index code is being marked.
RETURN TO AUTOMATIC To erase an index code...
TRACKING ...during playback or still press INDEX ERASE on the recorder.
● The recorder will fast-forward to the nearest index code and
3
Press on the remote to re-engage automatic
erase it. Playback continues after the index code is erased.
tracking.
● If "O.S.D." is set to "ON" (Z pg. 11), "ERASE" blinks on the
screen while an index code is being erased.
NOTE:
When a new tape is inserted, the recorder enters the automatic
tracking mode automatically. Next Function Memory
The Next Function Memory "tells" the recorder what to do
after rewinding. Before continuing, make sure the recorder
Skip Search is in the Stop mode.
a– For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind . . .
SKIP OVER UNWANTED . . . press REW, then press PLAY within 2 seconds.
b– For Automatic Power Off After Tape Rewind . . .
SECTIONS . . . press REW, then press within 2 seconds.
c– For Automatic Timer Standby After Tape Rewind . . .
1
Press 30 SEC 1 to 4 times during playback. Each press . . . press REW, then press (or TIMER) within 2
initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion playback. seconds.
Normal playback resumes automatically.
NOTE:
To return to normal playback during a Skip Search, press PLAY.

Digital 3R
Digital 3R picture system applies edge correction to the luminance
PUSH-OPEN REC LINK
DIGITAL
TBC / NR TIMER
signal to enhance detail.
STANDBY/ON
ACCESS MAIN MENU
DIGITAL TBC/NR
EW
SCREEN
VI
RE
1
Press MENU.
REVIEW DIGITAL TBC/NR
indicator indicator
1 – –:– –
AUDIO2
REVIEW ACCESS MODE SET
1 2 3
SCREEN
4 5 6
2
Move the highlight bar MAIN MENU
(pointer) to "MODE SET" by
7 8 9 3
pressing %fi, then press MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
4 OK or #. MANUAL CH SET
0 4 INITIAL SET
REC LEVEL CTL
3 R.A. EDITT
1 OK
MENU
2
[5∞] =
AY
[MENU] : EXIT
PL
FF
SELECT DIGITAL 3R SET
REW MODE
3
STOP PAUSE Move the highlight bar MODE SET
(pointer) to "DIGITAL 3R"
by pressing %fi, then press
B. E. S. T. ON
OK or # to set to "ON". AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
DIRECT REC ON
DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
Digital TBC/NR
Your video recorder is equipped with the Digital TBC (Time
Base Corrector) that removes jitter from fluctuating video signals
RETURN TO NORMAL
to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes and rental
cassettes.
SCREEN
4
Press MENU.
The on/off of Digital 3-DNR (Noise Reduction) which cuts noise
and enables clear picture reproduction is also linked to this
function.
* The default setting is "ON".
We recommend that you use the Digital TBC feature when...
... playing back a tape recorded on a camcorder.
NOTES:
● Normally it is recommendable to keep "DIGITAL 3R" set to
... playing back a tape repeatedly used.
"ON".
... using this video recorder as the player for editing.
● Depending on the type of tape being used, picture quality
may be better with "DIGITAL 3R" set to "OFF".
ACTIVATE DIGITAL TBC/NR
1
Press DIGITAL TBC/NR so that DIGITAL TBC/NR
indicator lights up.
● To turn off DIGITAL TBC/NR, press DIGITAL TBC/NR
again so that the indicator goes off.
NOTES:
● If you play back a tape recorded under poor TV reception
condition, there may be cases where the picture becomes
more stable with Digital TBC/NR set to off.
● When Digital TBC/NR is set to on, if you play back a tape
where certain types of signals are recorded (using a PC or
some character generators), the playback picture may be
distorted. If this is the case, turn off Digital TBC/NR.
● When playing back a MESECAM tape, Digital TBC/NR does
not function even though the indicator is lit.

EN 19
Repeat Playback Instant ReView
Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape Simply by pressing a single button, the recorder power comes
50 times repeatedly. on, rewinds, and begins playback of the last timer-recorded
programme. If you have several programmes recorded, you can
easily access any of them.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure that the recorder is off and that the
Timer mode is disengaged.
START PLAYBACK
ACTIVATE INSTANT
1
Press PLAY.
REVIEW
1
Press REVIEW. The recorder power comes on and the
ACTIVATE REPEAT PLAYBACK recorder searches for the index code indicating the start
of the last timer-recorded programme. Once it’s found,
2
Press PLAY and hold for over 5 seconds, then release. playback begins automatically.
● The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks ● The front display panel tells you how many programmes
slowly. have been timer-recorded. If you have, for example, 3
● The tape plays 50 times automatically, and then programmes, “REVIEW” and "3" appear and blink. The
stops. REVIEW indicator on the recorder also blinks. To
watch the first of the 3 programmes, press REVIEW
STOP PLAYBACK three times. The recorder searches and begins playback
automatically. You can access a programme as far as 9
3
Press STOP at any time to stop playback. index codes away from the current tape position.
NOTES:
● Instant ReView is not possible while the recorder is in the
NOTE: Timer mode.
Pressing PLAY, REW, FF or PAUSE also stops Repeat Playback. ● The number of recorded programmes will not be displayed on
the front display panel after Auto Satellite Prog recording
(Z pg. 35).
Soundtrack Selection
Your video recorder is capable of recording three soundtracks (HI-FI L, HI-FI R and NORM) and will play back the one you select.
During Playback
Pressing AUDIO on the remote control or AUDIO MONITOR on the recorder changes the soundtrack being played back as
follows:
TRACK NOTES:
USE ● " + " should normally be selected.
Recorder's Front Panel On-Screen Display
In this mode, Hi-Fi stereo tapes are
HI FI played back in stereo, and the normal
+ For Hi-Fi stereo tapes
L R audio track is played back
HI FI automatically for tapes with only
L For main audio of Bilingual tapes
normal audio.
HI FI ● For instructions on recording stereo
R For sub audio of Bilingual tapes
and bilingual programmes, refer to
NORM NORM For audio-dubbed tapes page 25.
● "O.S.D." must be set to "ON" or the
+ + NORM HI FI on-screen displays will not appear
For audio-dubbed tapes
NORM (Z pg. 11).

Your recorder is equipped with the TimeScan function. TimeScan
allows noise free pictures to be displayed on your TV screen in
TimeScan the forward and reverse search modes. Audio will be played back
at normal speed during the TimeScan modes (Z pg. 21).
TimeScan also allows you to view a programme in search mode
while listening to the audio.
NOTES:
● "TIME SCAN AUDIO" must be set to "ON", or the sound will
not be heard in TimeScan mode. (Z pg. 21)
● The audio will not synchronize with the video in TimeScan
modes.
● During 1.5x speed TimeScan the audio playback speed will
also be 1.5 times normal, so dialog will sound fast-talking.
● In Pause mode 3 seconds (approx.) of audio will be played
1 – –:– – back repeatedly. (Z pg. 16)
● In TimeScan search modes some of the audio information will
2
not be played so that the audio can keep up with the video.
1 2 3
4 5 6 Audio signal during TimeScan
7 8 9 3
Playback tape 1 2 3 4 5
4
0 4
3
Sound of 1, 3 and 5 is heard.
1 OK Sound of 2 and 4 is not heard.
MENU
2
Output audio signal is normal (monaural) sound.
TV PROG
PLAY Variable-Speed Search

PAUSE
ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED
SEARCH
1
During playback, press @ or #.
● The more times you press, the faster the playback
picture moves.
● To decrease speed, press the button for the opposite
direction.
(Refer to the chart on page 21 for playback speeds).
The PLAY, PAUSE, and TV PROG buttons on the recorder

have the same function as those on the remote control.
If the picture jitters vertically during still or variable-
speed search with a MESECAM tape:
1 Press PAUSE.
2 Press TV PROG + or – so that the vibration stops.

EN 21
TimeScan
Names of Reverse Forward
special-effects
playback Slow-Motion Slow-Motion
Search Play *Still Play Search
(Time Jog**) (Time Jog**)
Speed SP -9x -7x -5x -3x -1x -1/2x -1/3x 0 1/3x 1/2x 1x 1.5x 2x 3x 5x 7x 9x
Speed LP -7x -3x -1/2x 0 1/2x 1x 1.5x 2x 5x 9x
Audio is not Audio is Audio is

Audio output Audio is output. output. output. output. Audio is output.
** Still mode cannot be engaged using the remote control's @ or # button. Still mode can be engaged by
pressing the PAUSE button.
** Smooth slow motion delivering an uninterrupted moving image without distortion.
● If the picture jitters vertically, noise appears or the upper or lower part of the picture is distorded at -1/2x, -1/3x, 1/3x, 1/2x or
1.5x normal speed, use TV PROG + or – to correct the picture.
● When noise appears or the upper or lower part of the picture is distorted during TimeScan search, press and adjust
tracking with TV PROG + or – button.
● The speed is shown during TimeScan in the upper right corner of the TV screen for approx. 5 seconds. (The display may be
distorted.)
● To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
● Picture and audio may become distorted when the recording speed changes. When this happens, resume normal playback
once, and then try using TimeScan again.
● The picture may be noisy or there may be a loss of colour when you change the playback speed. (More noise will appear with
LP recordings.)
● Noise may appear or the upper part of the picture may be distorted during still, frame-by-frame playback, 2x search of LP
recordings, or depending on the tape being used.
● Picture may appear distorted in comparison to normal playback.
● When normal playback resumes from search (including TimeScan), still, slow motion or frame-by-frame playback, the picture
may jitter vertically momentarily depending on the type of TV being used.
● Depending on the tape in use, noise may appear or the upper part of the picture may be distorted.
● In TimeScan mode there will be a time lag between the video and the audio and noise may appear in the audio signal.
● TimeScan sound quality will differ in comparison to normal playback.
● When material such as music videos where there is non-stop sound (very few breaks in the soundtrack) are viewed at 1.5x or
2x normal speed, the audio playback may be faster than normal.
● Depending on the type of tape contents, the sound may not be clear during forward slow-motion playback.
● Time Jog cannot be activated by pressing PAUSE for longer than 2 seconds.
● When the playback direction is reversed, it takes approximately 6 seconds until sound is heard.
● Picture will be monochrome with an LP-recorded MESECAM tape during TimeScan.
● TimeScan does not work with NTSC playback.
● TimeScan at -1/2x, 1/2x and 1.5x normal speed are not possible with a MESECAM tape.
● The operations by JOG dial/SHUTTLE ring do not include TimeScan; noise will appear on the screen and audio will not be
output.
If you don't want to hear TimeScan audio, set "TIME SCAN AUDIO" to "OFF" (See below).
TimeScan Audio
The audio output can be set ON/OFF during TimeScan. Select ON/OFF as required.
* The default setting is "ON".
1 Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen.
2 Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET" by pressing %fi, then press OK or #.
3 Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "TIME SCAN AUDIO" MODE SET
by pressing %fi, then press OK or # to select "ON" or "OFF". PREVIOUS PAGE
DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] = [5∞] =
4 Press MENU to return to the normal screen.

22 EN RECORDING
TV signals being received by the recorder’s built-in tuner can be
recorded onto a video tape. You can “capture” a TV programme
Basic using your video recorder.
LOAD A CASSETTE
Recording 1
Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact.
● The counter is reset to 0:00:00 and the recorder
power comes on automatically.
CHOOSE A PROGRAMME
2
Press TV PROG +/– or the NUMBER keys to select the
channel you wish to record.
T
EC
EJ
P/
SP
O
SET TAPE SPEED
/L
ST
P
3
Press SP/LP ( ). Check the SP/LP indicator on the
recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape
speed.
START RECORDING
4
Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote
control, or press RECORD on the recorder.
8
B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the
PA
U
first SP and the first LP recording after inserting the

SE
cassette (Z pg. 26).

1 3
If "DIRECT REC" is set to "ON", the programme

G
that appears on the TV screen will be recorded

O
RE
(Z pg. 13).
PR
CO
A
TV
PL
RD
PAUSE/RESUME
2
1 2 3 RECORDING
5
Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.
NUMBER 4 5 6
7 8 9 3
0
4 SP/LP STOP RECORDING
6
4
Press STOP on the remote control or STOP/EJECT on
1 3
the recorder. Then press STOP/EJECT to remove the
2 cassette.
TV PROG
Accidental erasure prevention

PLAY
● To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette,
remove its safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole
PAUSE with adhesive tape.
RECORD

STOP
Record safety tab
Recording Resume Function

If there is a power outage during recording (or Instant
Timer Recording or timer recording), the recording will
resume automatically when power is restored to the
recorder unless the recorder's memory backup has expired.

EN 23
Record One Programme
Recording While Watching Another
If your recorder is connected to the TV via AV connection, . . .
Features
. . . press TV/VCR. The recorder's VCR indicator and the TV
broadcast being recorded disappear.
SELECT CHANNEL TO
WATCH
AY
PL
1
IS
Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to
D
set the channel controls on the TV for the station you

wish to view.
C.RESET/CANCEL
● The programme selected with the TV’s channel
controls appears on the TV screen while the one
selected with the recorder's TV PROG buttons is
recorded on the tape.
● If a decoder is connected to the recorder (Z pg. 54),
you can select a scrambled channel as well with the
TV channel controls.
Elapsed Recording Time

1 – –:– –
TV/VCR Indication
– –:– – You can check the exact time of a recording.
2
1 2 3
4 5 6
SET COUNTER DISPLAY
1
Press – –:– – (or DISPLAY) until a counter reading
7 8 9 3 appears on the display panel.
4
0
RESET COUNTER
4
0000
1 3
2
2
Press 0000 (or C.RESET/CANCEL) before starting
recording or playback.
TV PROG
● The counter is reset to “0:00:00” and shows the exact
elapsed time as the tape runs.
Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours
Tape Remaining Time
(selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the recorder off
after recording is finished. DISPLAY REMAINING TIME
1
Press – –:– – (or DISPLAY) until the time remaining on
START RECORDING the tape appears.
1
Press RECORD on the recorder.
● The display panel shows the tape remaining time
with " " displayed.
● By pressing the – –:– – (or DISPLAY) button, you can
change the display to show the counter reading,
ENGAGE ITR MODE channel position*, clock time or tape remaining time.
2
Press RECORD again. " " blinks and 0:30 appears on * channel position is not displayed during playback.
the front display panel.
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when
SET RECORDING DURATION the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away, or
is not correct. "– –:– –" may sometimes appear, or the display
3
If you want to record for more than 30 minutes, press may blink on occasion.
RECORD to extend the time. Each press extends
recording time by 30 minutes.
NOTE:
You can only perform ITR using the RECORD button on the
recorder's front panel.

24 EN RECORDING (cont.)
S-VHS (Super VHS) and VHS
Your recorder can record in either S-VHS or VHS.
1 – –:– –
To record in S-VHS:
Perform the steps 1 – 4 below to set "S-VHS" to "AUTO".
AUDIO2
Then, insert a cassette marked "S-VHS", the S-VHS indicator will
1 2 3 light on the display panel.
The S-VHS recording mode will be selected.
4 5 6 To record in VHS:
Insert a cassette marked "VHS".
7 8 9 3
The VHS recording mode will be automatically selected
4 regardless of the S-VHS mode setting.
0 4
3 To record in VHS on an S-VHS cassette:

1 OK
Insert the cassette marked "S-VHS", the S-VHS indicator will
2MENU
light on the display panel.
Y
Then, perform the steps 1 – 4 below to set the "S-VHS" to "OFF";

A
PL
the S-VHS indicator will go out.

The VHS recording mode will be selected.
FF
REW
ACCESS MAIN MENU
PAUSE
SCREEN
1
Press MENU.

2
Move the highlight bar MAIN MENU
(pointer) to "MODE SET"
Retake by pressing %fi, then press MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
You can cut out unnecessary parts of a TV programme while OK or #. MANUAL CH SET
INITIAL SET
you're recording it. REC LEVEL CTL
R.A. EDITT
End of programme Beginning of programme
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
Programme Unnecessary Unnecessary Programme
part part
Recorded part
SELECT S-VHS MODE
3
Move the highlight (pointer) to "S-VHS" by pressing
%fi, then press OK or # to select "AUTO" or "OFF".
Go back to end of programme to cut out MODE SET
unnecessary part PREVIOUS PAGE
ENGAGE RECORD-PAUSE AUTO TIMER
O. S. D.
DIRECT REC
OFF
ON
ON
AV1 SELECT
AV2 SELECT
VIDEO
AV2
COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC
MODE AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
DIGITAL 3R ON
TIME SCAN AUDIO ON
1
Press PAUSE during recording. NEXT PAGE
[5∞] = [5∞] =
LOCATE START POINT RETURN TO NORMAL

SCREEN
2
Turn the JOG dial to the left or right (or hold down REW
or FF) and release it when you reach the point where
4
Press MENU.
you want to resume recording.
* Your recorder returns to the Record-Pause mode.
RESUME RECORDING NOTE:

3
Press PLAY when you wish to resume recording.
When playing back a tape that has been recorded in S-VHS, the
S-VHS indicator lights on the display panel regardless of the
"S-VHS" mode setting.
NOTE:
Retake function does not work during Direct Rec (Z pg. 13).

EN 25
Receiving Stereo And
Bilingual Programmes
Your recorder is equipped with a Sound-Multiplex decoder (A2) and
AUDIO MONITOR a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM) making reception of stereo
and bilingual broadcasts possible.
When the channel is changed, the type of broadcast being
received will be displayed on the TV screen for a few seconds.
Hi-Fi Audio Recording Level Type of Broadcast
On-screen Display
Control Being Received
Your recorder allows manual adjustment of the Hi-Fi audio A2 Stereo ST

recording level. A2 Bilingual BIL
Regular Monaural (none)
ACCESS MAIN MENU NICAM Stereo

NICAM Bilingual
ST NICAM
BIL NICAM
SCREEN NICAM Monaural NICAM
1
Press MENU. ● To listen to a stereo programme, press AUDIO (or AUDIO
MONITOR) until " " and " " appear on the front display
panel or "HIFI L R" appears on the screen.
● To listen to a bilingual programme, press AUDIO (or AUDIO
ACCESS HI-FI REC LEVEL MONITOR) until " " or " " appears on the front display
panel, or "HIFI L " or "HIFI R" appears on the screen (as
CONTROL SCREEN required).
● To listen to the Standard (regular monaural) audio while
2
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “REC
LEVEL CTL”, then press OK or #. receiving a NICAM broadcast, press AUDIO (or AUDIO
MONITOR) until "NORM" appears on the front display panel
or on the screen.
ADJUST AUDIO NOTE:

RECORDING LEVEL "O.S.D." must be set to "ON" or the on-screen displays will not
appear (Z pg. 11).
3
Press % or fi.
HI-FI REC LEVEL CONTROL
To Record Stereo And

MIN + MAX Bilingual Programmes (A2)
● Stereo programmes are automatically recorded in stereo on
[5∞] the Hi-Fi audio track (with the normal audio track recording
[MENU] : EXIT
mixed L and R channel sound).
● Bilingual programmes are automatically recorded in bilingual
● Press % or fi briefly 5 times to move the on-screen's on the Hi-Fi audio track. The main soundtrack will be recorded
audio levels by one division on the scale. To move the on the normal audio track.
audio levels faster, keep % or fi pressed.
● Adjust the recording level while watching the
recorder's audio level meters. Set the level so that
maximum volume causes the meters to vary between To Record NICAM Stereo And
0dB to 4dB.
Bilingual Programmes
RETURN TO NORMAL The NICAM audio programme will be recorded on the Hi-Fi
audio track, and the Standard audio programme on the normal
SCREEN audio track.
4
Press MENU.
NOTES:
● If the quality of stereo sound being received is poor, the
broadcast will be received in monaural with better quality.
● Before playing back a programme recorded in stereo, or a
NOTES: bilingual programme, refer to "Soundtrack Selection" (Z pg. 19).
● Noise will increase if the recording level is too low, while
distortion will increase if the level is too high.
● When you finished Hi-Fi Audio recording, be sure to set the
level control back to its centre position.

26 EN RECORDING (cont.)
The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking) system
checks the condition of the tape in use during recording and
B.E.S.T. Picture playback, and compensates to provide the highest-possible

recording and playback pictures. The default setting for both
recording and playback is “ON”.
System Preparation
1
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Press .
ACCESS MAIN MENU

SCREEN
2
Press MENU.

3
1 – –:– – Press %fi to move the MAIN MENU
2
MODE SET
"MODE SET", then press
1 2 3 OK or #.
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
INITIAL SET
4 5 6 REC LEVEL CTL
R.A. EDITT
7 8 9 3
[5∞] =
4 [MENU] : EXIT
0 4
SELECT B.E.S.T. MODE

3
1 OK
MENU
2
4
B. E. S. T. ON
"B.E.S.T.", then press OK or PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
# to set to "ON" or "OFF". AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
DIRECT REC ON
PLAY AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
DIGITAL 3R ON
PAUSE NEXT PAGE
RECORD [5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
5
Press MENU.
The , PLAY, RECORD, and PAUSE buttons on the

recorder have the same function as those on the remote
control.

EN 27
Recording Playback
The recorder assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate
START RECORDING playback.
1
Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote,
or press RECORD on the recorder. START PLAYBACK
DURING B.E.S.T.
1
Press PLAY.
● The recorder adjusts the playback picture quality

based on the quality of the tape in use.
B.E.S.T. COMPLETE ● B.E.S.T. is active during Auto Tracking. “BEST”
appears blinking on the recorder’s display panel.
NOTES:
● When watching a tape recorded with “B.E.S.T.” set to “ON”,
it is recommended that you leave B.E.S.T. on during playback
● The recorder spends approximately 7 seconds as well.
assessing the condition of the tape, then begins ● When watching a rental tape or one recorded on another
recording. video recorder, or when using this recorder as the player for
editing, set B.E.S.T. to your preference by performing steps 1
through 5 on page 26.
NOTES: ● "BEST" only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking.
● The B.E.S.T. system works for both SP and LP modes only after Even though it doesn't appear after that, the B.E.S.T. function
a tape has been inserted and the Record mode is first is operative.
initiated. It does not work during recording.
● The B.E.S.T. system does not work while Auto Satellite Prog
recording is in progress (Z pg. 35).
● In the case of timer recording, the B.E.S.T. system works
before recording is initiated.
● Once the cassette is ejected, the B.E.S.T. data is cancelled.
The next time the cassette is used for recording, B.E.S.T. is re-
performed.
● Pressing the recorder's RECORD button while "BEST" is
displayed does not start Instant Timer Recording (Z pg. 23).
ATTENTION
Since the B.E.S.T. system works before recording actually
starts, there is a delay of approximately 7 seconds after
RECORD and PLAY on the remote are pressed, or RECORD
on the recorder is pressed. To make sure you record the
desired scene or programme in its entirety, first perform the
following steps:
1) Press and hold PAUSE and press RECORD to engage the
RECORD PAUSE mode.
● The recorder then automatically checks the condition
of the tape and, after approximately 7 seconds, re-
enters RECORD PAUSE.
2) Press PLAY to start recording.
● If you want to bypass the B.E.S.T. system and begin
recording immediately, set “B.E.S.T.” to “OFF” in step
4 on page 26.

28 EN TIMER RECORDING
With SHOWVIEW, timer programming is greatly simplified
because each TV programme has a corresponding code number
SHOWVIEW which your recorder is able to recognize.
ACCESS SHOWVIEW SCREEN

Timer 1
Press PROG.
SHOWVIEW
Programming [0 – 9] : SHOWVIEW
[+/–] : EXPRESS PROGRAMING
[PROG] : EXIT
Before performing SHOWVIEW Timer Programming:
● Make sure that the recorder's built-in clock is set The front display panel looks like this:
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).
ENTER SHOWVIEW NUMBER
2
Press the NUMBER keys to
enter the SHOWVIEW
SHOWVIEW
LCD panel number of a programme
12345678
you wish to record, then
press OK.
● If you make a mistake,
1 – –:– – press and input the [0 – 9] =
[ ] : DELETE
LCD PROG correct number. [PROG] : EXIT
2
1 2 3 The SHOWVIEW number you enter appears on the front

display panel:
NUMBER 4 5 6
7 8 9 3
4
0 4
The display panel can show only a 4-digit number.
3
1
OK
PROG 2 ACCESS SHOWVIEW PROGRAM
SCREEN
3
The SHOWVIEW Program – P1 –
screen appears (if you’re SHOWVIEW 123456789
just starting out, “P1” START STOP
21:00 = 22:00
appears).
You can use the remote control with LCD panel to enter the SP VPS/PDC OFF
SHOWVIEW number. The display panel shows the DATE TV PROG
programme start time. 25.12 1
ACCESS SHOWVIEW DISPLAY Pressing changes the
display to the programme
ARD
1
: OK
Press LCD PROG.
stop time, then the date and
The LCD panel looks like this: channel position.
SP
ENTER SHOWVIEW NUMBER IMPORTANT
2
Press the NUMBER keys to enter the SHOWVIEW number Make sure the channel position number you wish
of a programme you wish to record, then press . to record is displayed; if not, see "SHOWVIEW Setup"
on page 66 and set the Guide Program number for
● If you make a mistake, press and input the correct
that SHOWVIEW number correctly.
number.
The SHOWVIEW number you enter appears on the LCD
panel: ● If the number you entered is invalid, "ERROR" appears
on the screen and "Err" appears on the display panel.
Press and input a valid SHOWVIEW number.
● If the "GUIDE PROG SET" screen appears, see
"ATTENTION – Regarding Guide Program Number
Then go to step 3 in the right column. Set" on page 29.

EN 29
SET TAPE SPEED
4
Press SP/LP ( ) to set the tape speed.
DIGITAL
STANDBY/ON
SET VPS/PDC MODE
TIMER
5
Press VPS/PDC to select "ON" or "OFF".
If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/
‰TIMER indicator PDC" is lit on the display panel, VPS/PDC is set to ON.
If "VPS/PDC OFF" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/PDC"
is not lit on the display panel, VPS/PDC is set to OFF.
Z "VPS/PDC Recording" on page 31.
1 – –:– – RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN
6
2 Press PROG or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears
1 2 3 on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen
LY
AI
appears.
D
4 5 6 ● Repeat steps 1 – 6 for each additional programme.

WEEKLY
VPS/PDC 7 8 9 3
ENGAGE RECORDER’S TIMER MODE
7
4
0 4
Press ‰ (or ‰TIMER). The recorder turns off automati-
cally and ‰ appears on the display panel. The ‰TIMER
3
1 OK indicator on the recorder also lights up.
PROG 2
● To disengage the timer, press ‰ (or ‰TIMER) again.
SP/LP
STOP+/–
NOTES:
● To Change The Stop Time . . .
. . . press STOP +/– in step 3. You can compensate for
anticipated programme schedule delays this way.
● To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .
. . . in step 3, press WEEKLY (NUMBER key “9”) for weekly
serials or DAILY (NUMBER key “8”) for daily serials (Monday
– Friday). Either "WEEKLY" or "DAILY" appears on the screen.
Pressing the button again makes the corresponding indication
disappear.
● You can programme this recorder to timer-record as many as 8
programmes. If you try to programme the recorder to record a
ninth, "PROGRAM FULL" appears on screen and "FULL" appears
Satellite Tuner Users on the front display panel. To record the extra programme, you
To timer-record a satellite broadcast using SHOWVIEW: must first cancel any unnecessary programmes (Z pg. 32).
1 Set "AV2 SELECT" to "AV2" (Z pg. 44). ● It is not possible to timer-record a TV programme with a
2 Perform steps 1 – 7. SHOWVIEW number which starts with "0".
3 Set the satellite tuner to the appropriate channel before
the selected programme begins.
4 Leave the satellite tuner's power on.
Timer Warning
If you have programmed your
ATTENTION recorder to timer-record a
programme or a series of
Regarding Guide Program Number Set programmes, a warning – WARNING–
"GUIDE PROG SET" appears after performing step 3 if the TIMER RECORDING
appears on screen to tell you TO START SOON
Guide Program number for the SHOWVIEW number you that the recording is to start in [ ]
entered has not been set. 5 minutes.
● Press the NUMBER keys or %fi to input the channel
position number on which your recorder receives that NOTES:
station, then press OK or # to set the Guide Program ● The warning only appears if
number. The SHOWVIEW program screen appears. you’re not in the Timer mode at that time.
GUIDE PROG SET
● If this recorder is being used as the player for tape
dubbing, the warning screen is recorded on the tape in
(Ex.) To timer-record a ZDF the other video recorder.
GUIDE PROG TV PROG programme with SHOWVIEW.
* If your recorder receives The warning blinks for the entire 5 minutes leading up to
2 –– ZDF on the channel the start of timer recording. To clear the display, press .
position 2, press OK or #
after entering "2".
[5∞] =
[PROG] : EXIT

30 EN TIMER RECORDING (cont.)
If you don’t know the SHOWVIEW number for the programme you
wish to record, use the following procedure to set your recorder
Express Timer to timer-record the programme.
ACCESS SHOWVIEW
Programming SCREEN
1
Press PROG.
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 ACCESS PROGRAMME
will come on automatically.
● Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
SCREEN
2
Press START +/–. (If you’re – P1 –
just starting out, “P1”
START STOP
appears.) – –:– – = – –:– –
SP VPS/PDC OFF
DATE TV PROG
– –.– – ––
[+/–] =
[PROG] : EXIT
The front display panel looks like this:

1 – –:– – SP
DAILY
2
Y
KL
1 2 3
EE
VP
W
S/
4 5 6 ENTER PROGRAMME
PD
P
/L
C
SP
7 8 9 3
START TIME
3
4
0 4
Press START +/– to enter – P1 –
the time you want START STOP
3
1 OK recording to start. 21:00 = – –:– –
PROG 2
● Press and hold START SP VPS/PDC OFF
TV PROG+/– +/– to move in 30- DATE TV PROG
START+/– minute increments, or – –.– – ––
press and release [+/–] =
D
repeatedly to move 1 [PROG] : EXIT

AT
STOP+/–
minute at a time.
E+
/–
The front display panel looks like this:
SP
ENTER PROGRAMME STOP

TIME
4
Press STOP +/– to enter the time you want recording to
stop.
● Press and hold STOP +/– to move in 30-minute
increments, or press and release repeatedly to move
1 minute at a time.
ENTER PROGRAMME DATE

5
Press DATE +/–. (The current date appears on screen.
The date you enter appears in its place.)

EN 31
ENTER CHANNEL POSITION Satellite Tuner Users
To timer-record a satellite broadcast using Express Timer
6
Press TV PROG +/–. – P1 – Programming:
START STOP
1 Set "AV2 SELECT" to "AV2" (Z pg. 44).
21:00 = 22:00 2 Perform steps 1 – 10. Enter "L-2" for the channel
position in step 6.
SP VPS/PDC OFF
3 Set the satellite tuner to the appropriate channel before
DATE TV PROG the selected programme begins.
25.12 1
ARD 4 Leave the satellite tuner's power on.
[+/–] =
[PROG] : EXIT
SP
VPS/PDC Recording
Now available from some TV stations, PDC (Programme
Delivery Control) and VPS (Video Programme System) are
SET TAPE SPEED service designed to assure safe, accurate timer recording.
7
Press SP/LP ( ) to set the tape speed. With this system, special code signals are transmitted
together with the audio/video signals. These code signals
control your video recorder and have precedence over the
advertised times you may have preset into the timer. This
SET VPS/PDC MODE means that your recorder will start and stop recording when
the preset TV programmes actually start and end — even if
8
Press VPS/PDC to select "ON" or "OFF". the broadcast time of a preset TV programme is changed.
If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/
PDC" is lit on the display panel, VPS/PDC is set to ON.
If "VPS/PDC OFF" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/PDC"
NOTES:
is not lit on the display panel, VPS/PDC is set to OFF. ● When you use Express Timer Programming, set the start
Z "VPS/PDC Recording" in the right column. time (VPS or PDC time) exactly as advertised in the TV
listing. A different time than advertised will result in no
RETURN TO NORMAL recording.
● VPS/PDC recording is also possible when a satellite tuner
SCREEN or a cable system is connected to AV2 IN/DECODER on
your recorder.
9 ● VPS/PDC recording is also possible via the AV1 IN/OUT

After confirming all information is correct, press PROG
or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the connector.
screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen
appears. How to check if the station being received transmits
a VPS/PDC signal
● Repeat steps 1 – 9 for each additional programme.
1 Press – –:– – until the channel position appears on the
display panel.
ENGAGE RECORDER’S 2 Hold down START+ for about 5 seconds.
● "VPS/PDC" appears blinking on the display panel.
TIMER MODE If a VPS/PDC signal is detected from the station, "VPS/
10
Press ‰ (or ‰TIMER). The recorder turns off automati- PDC" will stop blinking.
cally and ‰ appears on the display panel. The ‰TIMER If no VPS/PDC signal is detected from the station, "VPS/
indicator on the recorder also lights up. PDC" will blink at a slower rate.
3 Press – –:– – or START+ again to return to normal display.
● To disengage the timer, press ‰ (or ‰TIMER) again.
To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .

. . . anytime during steps 2 through 9, press WEEKLY (NUMBER Timer Warning
key “9”) for weekly serials or DAILY (NUMBER key “8”) for
daily serials (Monday – Friday). Either "WEEKLY" or "DAILY" If you have programmed your
appears on the screen. Pressing the button again makes the recorder to timer-record a
corresponding indication disappear. programme or a series of
programmes, a warning – WARNING–
TIMER RECORDING
appears on screen to tell you
NOTE: that the recording is to start in
TO START SOON
[ ]
You can programme this recorder to timer-record as many as 8 5 minutes.
programmes. If you try to programme the recorder to record a
ninth, "PROGRAM FULL" appears on screen and "FULL" appears NOTES:
on the front display panel. To record the extra programme, you ● The warning only appears if
must first cancel any unnecessary programmes (Z pg. 32). you’re not in the Timer mode at that time.
● If this recorder is being used as the player for tape
dubbing, the warning screen is recorded on the tape in
the other video recorder.
The warning blinks for the entire 5 minutes leading up to
the start of timer recording. To clear the display, press .

Check, Cancel And Replace
Programmes
DISENGAGE TIMER MODE
1
Press ‰ (or ‰TIMER), then press .
1 – –:– –
2
ACCESS PROGRAM CHECK
1 2 3 SCREEN/DISPLAY
2
Press . PR START STOP CH DATE
4 5 6 1 8:00 10:00 3 24.12
P
/L
2 10:00 10:45 2 25.12
SP 3 11:30 13:00 1 25.12
VPS/PDC 7 8 9 3 4
5
4 6
0 4 7
8
3
1 OK
PROG 2 [ ] : NEXT
TV PROG+/–
START+/–
D
AT
/–
E+
P+
ACCESS PROGRAM SCREEN/

/–
O
ST
DISPLAY
3
Press again to check – P1 –
more information. Each
time you press , the START STOP
8:00 = 10:00
next programme's
information appears. SP VPS/PDC OFF
DATE TV PROG
24.12 3
WDR
[ ] : NEXT
SP
● The display panel shows the programme start time.

Pressing OK changes the display to the programme
stop time, then the date and the channel position.
To cancel or replace a programme...
CANCEL OR REPLACE A
PROGRAMME
4
Press (or C.RESET/CANCEL) to cancel a programme.
To replace a programme, press the appropriate button:
START+/–, STOP+/–, DATE+/–, TV PROG+/–, VPS/
PDC, SP/LP ( ).
RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN/

DISPLAY
5
Press as many times as necessary. If there are still
some programmes remaining, go on to step 6.
RETURN TO TIMER MODE
6
Press ‰ (or ‰TIMER).
NOTE:
You can also check the programmes on the display panel even
if the recorder's power is off (unless the recorder is in the Power
Save mode Z pg. 12) or the recorder is in the Timer mode;
however, it is not possible to cancel or replace the programmes.

EN 33
Auto SP→LP Timer
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 . . .
Recording a programme of 210 minutes in length onto a 180-
minute tape
Approximately 150 minutes Approximately 60 minutes
1 – –:– –
SP mode LP mode
2
1 2 3 Total 210 minutes
Make sure you set "AUTO SP→LP TIMER" to "ON" at the Mode
4 5 6 Set screen before the timer-recording starts.
7 8 9 3
4 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

0
1
4
Press MENU.
3
1 OK
2MENU
2
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE
SET", then press OK or #.
SELECT MODE

3
B. E. S. T. ON
"AUTO SP→LP TIMER", PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
then press OK or # to select AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
"ON". DIRECT REC ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMER ON
DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN
4
Press MENU.
NOTES:
● If you have programmed the recorder to timer-record 2 or
more programmes, the second programme and those
thereafter may not fit on the tape if you set "AUTO SP→LP
TIMER" to "ON". In this case, make sure the mode is not
engaged, then set the tape speed manually during timer
programming.
● In order to ensure that the recording fits on the tape, this
feature may leave a slight non-recorded section at the end of
the tape.
● There may be some noise and sound disturbance at the point
on the tape where the recorder switches from SP to LP mode.
● The Auto SP→LP Timer feature is not available during ITR
(Instant Timer Recording), and the feature will not work
properly with any tapes longer than E-180 or with some tapes
of shorter lengths.
● If you perform timer recording with both VPS/PDC and the
Auto SP→LP Timer activated, and the programme goes
beyond its originally scheduled length, there may be times
when the programme cannot be recorded in its entirety.

Auto Timer
When the Auto Timer is set to ON the timer is automatically
engaged when the recorder power is turned off and automati-
cally disengaged when the recorder is powered back on.
ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN
1
Press MENU.
1 – –:– –
1 2 3 ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN
2
4 5 6 highlight bar (pointer) to
MODE SET
"MODE SET", then press
7 8 9 3
OK or #.
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
4
INITIAL SET
0 4
REC LEVEL CTL
R.A. EDITT
3
1 OK
MENU
2
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SELECT MODE
3
B. E. S. T. ON
"AUTO TIMER", then press PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
OK or # to select either AUTO TIMER ON
O. S. D. ON
"ON" or "OFF". DIRECT REC ON
DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN
4
Press MENU.
NOTE:
For safety, when Auto timer is set to "OFF", all other recorder
functions are disabled while the Timer mode is engaged. To
disengage the timer, press ‰ (or ‰TIMER).

EN 35
This facility allows you record automatically a satellite programme
which is timer-programmed on your external satellite tuner.
Automatic Connect a satellite tuner to the recorder's AV2 IN/DECODER

connector (Z pg. 51, 52) and programme the timer on the
satellite tuner; the recorder starts recording when the signals input
Satellite
from the satellite tuner to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, and
when there is no input signals the recorder stops recording and the
power shuts off.
Programme Before performing the following steps:

● Make sure the satellite tuner is connected to the
recorder's AV2 IN/DECODER connector. (Z pg. 51, 52)
● Programme the timer on the satellite tuner.
Recording ● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place.
SELECT AV2 SELECT MODE

1
Set "AV2 SELECT" to "AV2" (Z pg. 44).
PUSH-OPEN REC LINK

DIGITAL
TBC / NR TIMER ● When you select "SAT", refer to "IMPORTANT" on
STANDBY/ON
page 51.
SET TAPE SPEED

K
N
LI
2
Press SP/LP ( ) to set the tape speed.
C
RE
REC LINK indicator
ENGAGE AUTO SATELLITE

ATTENTION PROG REC MODE
● Be sure not to turn on the satellite tuner before the
3
programme is executed; otherwise, the recorder will start Press and hold REC LINK on the recorder for about 2
recording when the satellite tuner's power is turned on. seconds. The REC LINK indicator lights up and the
● If you have connected another appliance other than a recorder turns off automatically.
satellite tuner to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, be
● To disengage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode, press
sure not to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode;
REC LINK. The REC LINK indicator goes off.
otherwise, the recorder will start recording when the
● If the recorder's power is off, it is not possible to
connected appliance's power is turned on.
engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode.
● Auto Satellite Prog recording and timer-recording cannot
be done at the same time.
NOTES:
● Auto Satellite Prog recording is possible with the AV2 IN/DECODER connector only. (Z pg. 51, 52)
● For timer programming of the satellite tuner, refer to the instruction manual of the satellite tuner.
● Auto Satellite Prog recording is not possible if your satellite tuner does not have a timer.
● The REC LINK indicator blinks while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress.
● Pressing the recorder's button while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress turns off the recorder's power and disengage
the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode.
● If there are more than one satellite programme you wish to record with Auto Satellite Prog Recording, it is not possible to set the
different tape speed per each; the tape speed selected in step 2 will be applicable to all the programmes for Auto Satellite Prog
recording.
● The B.E.S.T. system (Z pg. 26) does not work while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress.
● Just Clock (Z pg. 64) does not work when the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode is engaged.
● Depending on the type of satellite tuner, the recorder may not record a slight portion of the beginning of the programme or may record
slightly longer than the actual length of the programme.
● If you engage the Auto Satellite Prog Recording mode when the satellite tuner's power is on, the recorder will not start Auto
Satellite Prog recording even though the REC LINK indicator blinks. When the satellite tuner shuts off once and is turned back on
again, the recorder starts recording.
● When the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode is engaged or the recorder's power is turned off after Auto Satellite Prog recording is
finished, the recorder will not enter the Timer mode even though "AUTO TIMER" is set to "ON".
● After Auto Satellite Programme recording, the number of recorded programmes will not be displayed on the front display panel for
the Instant ReView function (Z pg. 19).
● You can also record a programme from your cable system in the same way if the system has a timer.
● When you press and hold the recorder's REC LINK button to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode, if the REC LINK indicator
does not light but instead blinks quickly even though your satellite tuner's power is off, Auto Satellite Prog Recording will not work
properly with that satellite tuner*.
If this is the case, perform "Express Timer Programming" (Z pg. 30) to timer-record a satellite programme.
* Some satellite tuners output signals even if the power is off. Auto Satellite Prog Recording is not possible with those satellite tuners.

36 EN SPECIAL FEATURES
Remote A/B Code Switching
Remote 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
Control 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.
Functions REMOVE POWER SUPPLY

1
Unplug the mains power cord from the mains outlet.
SET REMOTE CONTROL

CODE
2
Press and hold VCR on the remote control for over 2
VCR seconds, press the NUMBER key "2" and then press OK.
1 – –:– –
RE-SUPPLY POWER
2
NUMBER "1" 1 2 3
3
Plug the mains power cord back into the mains outlet.
4 5 6
"
"2
7 8 9
R
3
BE
TURN THE RECORDER ON

M
U
4
0
N
4
3 Press on the remote control. The recorder will now
1 OK
only respond to B code signals.
2
NOTE:
To set the recorder back to respond to A code signals, repeat the
same procedure as shown above except pressing NUMBER key
"1" instead of "2" in step 2.

EN 37
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 Before you start . . .
● Turn off the TV using its remote control.
1 – –:– –
SET TV BRAND CODE
1
2
Refer to the chart below. Press and hold TV on the
1 2 3 recorder's remote control for over 2 seconds, enter your
TV
TV’s brand code using the NUMBER keys, then press
/V
CR
NUMBER 4 5 6 OK.
Check if the TV's power goes on as it should. If it does,
7 8 9 3 try other operations (Z step 2).
4 ● Once you have set the remote control to operate the
0 4
TV, you don't have to repeat this step until you
1 3
OK replace your remote control's battteries.
2
● JVC or SAMSUNG has more than one code. If the TV
does not function with one code, try entering another.
OPERATE TV
2
First, press TV to set the remote control to TV mode, then
press the corresponding button: , TV PROG +/–,
TV/VCR, TV +/– (Volume), (Muting), NUMBER
keys.
TV +/–
● For some brands of TV, you must press OK after
TV PROG+/– having pressed the NUMBER keys.
IMPORTANT
Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with
JVC televisions, as well as many other models, it may not work
with your TV, or in some instances, may have limited function
capability.
TV BRAND NAME CODE

Control Your TV Using JVC 01, 23, 24, 25
Additional Buttons BLAUPUNKT
BRANDT
19
26
Use the NUMBER keys, and the button, button or ‰ FERGUSON 27
FINLUX 30
button to select the TV’s channel. FUNAI 32
● With televisions under Code 01, 02, 07, 10, 11, 14, 20, 23, LG/GOLDSTAR 18
24, 25, 27, 33 or 35, the button corresponds to the GRAETZ 28
1-digit/2-digit entry switching button (often labelled – /– –) GRUNDIG 19
of your TV’s remote control. HITACHI 10
● With televisions under Code 01, 28, 29 or 34, the button ITT 28
corresponds to the 10 + button, and the ‰ button corre- LUXOR 28
sponds to the 20 + button of your TV’s remote control. MITSUBISHI 03
MIVAR 29
NEC 20
NOTE: NOKIA 31
The way these buttons are used is determined by your TV. NORDMENDE 26
Use these buttons as instructed for your TV’s remote control. PANASONIC 11
PHILIPS 02
SABA 26
SALORA 28
SAMSUNG 02, 12, 33, 34, 35
SELECO 28
SHARP 06
SONY 07
TELEAVIA 26
TELEFUNKEN 26
THOMSON 26
TOSHIBA 14

38 EN SPECIAL FEATURES (cont.)
Satellite Tuner Multi-Brand
Remote Control
CABLE/SAT
Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your
satellite tuner set. In addition to JVC satellite tuners, other
manufacturer’s satellite tuners can also be controlled.
Before you start . . .
● Turn off the satellite tuner using its remote control.
SET SATELLITE TUNER

1 – –:– –
1 2 3 BRAND CODE
1
Refer to the chart below. Press and hold CABLE/SAT on
NUMBER 4 5 6 the recorder's remote control for over 2 seconds, enter
your satellite tuner’s brand code using the NUMBER
7 8 9 3
keys, then press OK.
4 Check if the satellite tuner's power goes on as it should.
0 4
If it does, try other operations (Z step 2).
3
1 OK
● Once you have set the remote control to operate the
2
satellite tuner, you don't have to repeat this step until
you replace your remote control's battteries.
● Some satellite tuner brands have more than one code.
If the satellite tuner does not function with one code,
try entering another.
OPERATE SATELLITE TUNER

2
First, press CABLE/SAT to set the remote control to
satellite tuner mode, then press the corresponding
TV PROG+/– button: , TV PROG +/–, NUMBER keys.
● For VIDEOWAY or some brands of satellite tuner, you
must press after having pressed the NUMBER
keys.
● The NUMBER buttons may not function with some
satellite tuners.
IMPORTANT
Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with
JVC satellite tuners, as well as many other models, it may not
work with your satellite tuner, or in some instances, may have
limited function capability.
SATELLITE TUNER BRAND CODE

JVC 72, 73
AMSTRAD 60, 61, 62, 63
BT 72
CANAL + 81
FINLUX 68
GRUNDIG 64, 65
HIRSCHMANN 64
ITT 68
JERROLD 75
KATHREIN 70, 71
LUXOR 68
MASPRO 70
NOKIA 68
PACE 65, 67
PANASONIC 74
PHILIPS 66
RFT 69
SALORA 68
SIEMENS 64
SKYMASTER 69
VIDEOWAY 76
WISI 64

EDITING EN 39
Picture Control
Preparation This feature helps you to adjust the playback picture quality
according to your preference. *The default setting is "AUTO."
For Editing ACCESS MAIN MENU

SCREEN
1
Press MENU.
ACCESS MODE SET

SCREEN
2
Move the highlighted bar (pointer) to "MODE SET" by
1 – –:– – SELECT PICTURE

2
1 2 3
CONTROL SET MODE
3
Move the highlighted bar MODE SET
(pointer) to "PICTURE
4 5 6 CONTROL" by pressing
B. E. S. T. ON
%fi, then press OK or # to AUTO TIMER OFF
7 8 9 3
select the desired mode. O. S. D. ON
DIRECT REC ON
4 AUTO: Provides AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
0 4
optimised picture DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
1 3
OK benefits of B.E.S.T. [5∞] =
MENU
2 Picture System. [MENU] : EXIT
Normally select
AUTO.
EDIT: Minimizes picture degradation during editing
(recording and playback).
SOFT: Reduces image coarseness when viewing
overplayed tapes containing a lot of noise.
SHARP: Clearer, sharper-edged picture when viewing
images with lots of flat, same-coloured surfaces
such as cartoons.
NOTES:
● When you select EDIT, SOFT or SHARP, the selected
mode will not change until you select again.
● When you select EDIT to dub tapes, be sure to select
AUTO after you finish dubbing the tapes.
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
Advantages Of S-VHS
4
Press MENU.
Video Recorders
You can edit from VHS to S-VHS, S-VHS to VHS, or, from
S-VHS to S-VHS. NOTES:
● From VHS to S-VHS: Record VHS playback signals in the ● When B.E.S.T. is OFF, "PICTURE CONTROL" switches
S-VHS mode. Although the picture quality is inherently automatically from AUTO to NORM.
limited by that of the original, the edited tape has better ● Select EDIT when you are dubbing tapes. Refer to page 42.
picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing.
● From S-VHS to VHS: Because the picture quality of the
source material is very high, the edited tape has better
picture quality than those made by VHS-to-VHS editing.
● From S-VHS to S-VHS: All signals will be transferred with
minimum degradation.

40 EN EDITING (cont.)
You can use a camcorder as the source player and your video
recorder as the recorder.
Edit From MAKE CONNECTIONS
1
A If the camcorder has no S-VIDEO output connector...
A Camcorder ... 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...
... connect the camcorder’s S-VIDEO OUT and
AUDIO OUT connectors to the recorder’s front
panel S-VIDEO and AUDIO input connectors.
● When using a monaural camcorder, connect its
AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO L input
connector on your recorder.
● When a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder
is used, the camcorder is capable of controlling the
1 – –:– – recorder. Refer to the camcorder’s instruction manual
for operating procedure.
2
1 2 3
SET RECORDER’S INPUT MODE
2
4 5 6 Press NUMBER key “0” and/or TV PROG to select "F-1"
for the AUDIO/VIDEO input connectors, or "S-1" for the
7 8 9 3 AUDIO/S-VIDEO input connectors, depending on the
connectors being used.
4
0
SET EDIT MODE
4
NUMBER "0"
3
3
1
See "Picture Control" on page 39.
2
TV PROG
START CAMCORDER
4
Engage its Play mode.
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
START RECORDER
5
AUTO (or NORM when B.E.S.T. is set to OFF) after you finish Engage its Record mode.
dubbing the tapes.
A If the camcorder has no S-VIDEO output connector... B If the camcorder has an S-VIDEO output connector...
Recorder Recorder
VIDEO To rear panel PAUSE/ To rear panel PAUSE/

R.A. EDIT connector S-VIDEO AUDIO input R.A. EDIT connector
AUDIO input
input input
Audio Cable (not provided)

Video Cable
Audio Cable
(not provided)
(not provided)
Mini-Plug Cable S-Video Cable (provided) Mini-Plug
(not provided) Cable
AUDIO OUT (JVC camcorder (not provided)
Player only) S-VIDEO OUT (JVC
Player camcorder
only)
Camcorder
VIDEO OUT Camcorder
AUDIO OUT
EDIT
EDIT

EN 41
The Synchro Editing function synchronizes the start of the
playback and recording operations when starting an edit
Synchro Editing operation using a camcorder with LANC connector and your
video recorder.
MAKE CONNECTIONS
1
Connect your recorder to camcorder (Z pg. 40), and
SY
connect your recorder's SYNCHRO EDIT connector to
N
CH
the camcorder's LANC connector.
RO
ED
SET RECORDER'S INPUT
IT
MODE
2
Press NUMBER key "0" and/or TV PROG to select "F-1"
for the AUDIO/VIDEO input connectors, or "S-1" for the
AUDIO/S-VIDEO input connectors, depending on the
connectors being used.
8
SET EDIT MODE

3
1 3
LOCATE START POINT

RE
SE
CO
U
4
Start playback of the tape in the camcorder, and pause
PA
RD
playback when you find the point where you want to

start editing. Press and hold PAUSE and press RECORD
2 on your recorder so that the recorder enters the Record-
1 2 3 Pause Mode.
4 5 6 START SYNCHRO EDITING

5
7 8 9 3 Press SYNCHRO EDIT.
4
NUMBER "0" 0 4
PAUSE SYNCHRO EDITING

1 3
6
Press SYNCHRO EDIT again.
TV PROG
● Repeat steps 4 – 6 as necessary.
Recorder NOTES:
● The Synchro Editing function may not work with the initial
part of a camcorder tape.
● The Synchro Editing function cannot be used when using the
JLIP function. (Pressing SYNCHRO EDIT cancels the JLIP
function.)
● The Synchro Editing function may not work properly with
some type of 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
SYNCHRO EDIT
dubbing the tapes.
connector
LANC Cable
(not provided)
Player
Camcorder
To LANC connector

You can use your video recorder as the source player or as the
Edit To Or
recording deck.
MAKE CONNECTIONS
From Another 1 Connect the player’s 21-pin SCART connector to the
recorder’s 21-pin SCART connector as illustrated on
page 43.
Video
A When Using Your Video Recorder As The Source
Player ...
... connect its AV1 IN/OUT connector to the
recording deck.
Recorder B When Using Your Video Recorder As The Recording

Deck ...
... connect its AV2 IN/DECODER or AV1 IN/OUT
connector to the source player.
C If Another Recorder Is Compatible With The Y/C
Signal ...
... connect your recorder's AV1 IN/OUT connector to
another recorder.
With C connection ...
● When using your recorder as the recording deck, set
"AV1 SELECT" to "S-VIDEO" and "AV2 SELECT" to
1 – –:– – "AV2" (Z pg. 44).
● When using your recorder as the source player, set
2 the AV1 OUT switch on the rear panel to Y/C
1 2 3 (Z pg. 4).
4 5 6
SET RECORDING DECK’S
7 8 9 3
INPUT MODE
2
4
0 Set to AUX. With this video recorder, press NUMBER
NUMBER "0" 4
key "0" and/or TV PROG to select “L-1” for the AV1 IN/
3
1 OK OUT connector, or “L-2” for the AV2 IN/DECODER
2MENU connector, depending on the connector being used.
TV PROG ● When using the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, make
sure "AV2 SELECT" is set to "AV2" (Z pg. 44).
SET EDIT MODE

3

START SOURCE PLAYER
4
Engage its Play mode.
START RECORDING DECK

5
Engage its Record mode.

EN 43
A B
TV Receiver Player Your recorder Recorder Your recorder TV Receiver
21-pin SCART Cable

(not provided) RF Cable
VIDEO 21-pin SCART Cable VIDEO
CHAN- (not provided) (provided)
RF Cable CHANNEL
NEL or or AV
(provided)
AV mode mode
Another recorder Another recorder
Recorder Player
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.
● For Y/C signal input/output, be sure to use a 21-pin SCART cable that is compatible with the Y/C signal.
● 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.
● When you use this recorder as the player for editing, be sure to set "O.S.D." to "OFF" before starting (Z pg. 11).
● If you are using another recorder with S-Video and Audio input/output connectors, you can connect those connectors to this
recorder's S-VIDEO and AUDIO input/output connectors.
When Using Your Video Recorder As The Source Player ...
... connect its rear panel S-VIDEO and AUDIO output
connectors to the recording deck's S-Video and Audio input connectors.
When Using Your Video Recorder As The Recording Deck ...
... connect its front panel S-VIDEO and AUDIO input connectors to the source player's S-Video and Audio output connectors.
Then, set the recorder's input mode to "S-1".

AV1 SELECT Setting

Set "AV1 SELECT" to the appropriate mode depending on the type of unit connected to the
rear panel AV1 IN/OUT connector of this recorder.
1 Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen. MODE SET
2 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET", then press OK or #.
B. E. S. T. ON
3 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "AV1 SELECT". PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
4 Press OK or # to select "VIDEO" or "S-VIDEO". AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
a–VIDEO : If a connected device's output is compatible only with regular video signals, DIRECT REC ON
set "AV1 SELECT" to "VIDEO". AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
b–S-VIDEO : If a connected device's output is compatible with Y/C signals, set "AV1 DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
SELECT" to "S-VIDEO". This setting will let you take advantage of higher- [5∞] =
quality S-VHS pictures. [MENU] : EXIT
5 Press MENU to return to normal screen.
● If "AV2 SELECT" is set to "DECODER", it is impossible to set "AV1 SELECT" to "S-VIDEO".
PREVIOUS PAGE
POWER SAVE OFF
S-VHS AUTO
AV1 SELECT VIDEO
AV2 SELECT AV2
COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC
TIME SCAN AUDIO ON
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
AV2 SELECT Setting

Set "AV2 SELECT" to the appropriate mode depending on the type of unit connected to the
rear panel AV2 IN/DECODER connector of this recorder.
1 Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen. MODE SET
2 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET", then press OK or #.
B. E. S. T. ON
3 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "AV2 SELECT". PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
4 Press OK or # to select "AV2", "DECODER" or "SAT". AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
a–AV2 : To use this recorder as the recording deck with the player connected to the DIRECT REC ON
AV2 IN/DECODER connector, or to use the satellite tuner connected to the AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
AV2 IN/DECODER connector. DIGITAL 3R ON
NEXT PAGE
b–DECODER : To use a decoder connected to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector. [5∞] =
c–SAT : To view a satellite programme with the TV set while the recorder is in Timer [MENU] : EXIT
mode, in Stop mode, recording or turned off. (Z pg. 51)
5 Press MENU to return to normal screen.
● If you have a decoder connected to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, be sure to set "AV2
SELECT" back to "DECODER" after editing.
PREVIOUS PAGE
● If you're not connecting a decoder to the AV2 IN/DECODER connector, leave "AV2 SELECT" POWER SAVE OFF
set to "AV2". S-VHS AUTO
AV1 SELECT VIDEO
● The default setting is "AV2"; if the recorder's memory backup has expired due to a power cut AV2 SELECT AV2
or because the AC was removed from the recorder, "AV2" will be automatically selected when COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC
TIME SCAN AUDIO ON
the power is restored to the recorder. If you are using a decoder, be sure to set "AV2 SELECT"
back to "DECODER".
● If the AV1 OUT switch on the rear panel is set to Y/C, it is impossible to set "AV2 SELECT" to [5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
"DECODER".

EN 45
Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously
recorded tape with a new soundtrack.
Audio Dubbing Normal audio track Pre-recorded tape
Video/Hi-Fi audio
track
AU
D
Audio-dubbed tape
IO
M
O
N
MAKE CONNECTIONS
IT
O
R
1
CD Player etc. Connect an audio component to the AUDIO L + R
connectors on the recorder's front panel.
● When connecting monaural equipment, use only the
CD Player etc. recorder's AUDIO L connector.
SET INPUT MODE

2
Mixer output Audio mixer Press NUMBER key "0" and/or TV PROG so that "F-1" or
"S-1" appears in place of a channel number.
Original sound
AUDIO OUT LOCATE START POINT
3
Press PLAY to start playback of the tape in your
recorder, and press PAUSE when you find the point
where you want to start dubbing.
ENGAGE AUDIO DUBBING

4
Press A. DUB.
● Your recorder enters the Audio Dubbing Pause mode.
(" " blinks, " " and " " light up on the front display
panel.)
● To perform audio dubbing with audio mixing, press
AUDIO MONITOR (or AUDIO on the remote control)
B
U
8
D
to select " + (L+R)" at this point.

ST
A.
O
* Audio dubbing with audio mixing is not possible if

P
1 3
2
you're using a monaural audio component, or if
you don't have an audio mixer.
START DUBBING
G
PA
O
5
PR
U
AY
Engage the audio component's Play mode, then press

SE
TV
PL
PLAY to start the tape in your recorder. Audio dubbing

begins at this point.
NOTES: ● " " blinks and " " is displayed on the front display
panel.
● When monitoring the sound during Audio Dubbing, the ● To stop dubbing temporarily, press PAUSE. Press
normal soundtrack is automatically selected. If you wish to PLAY to resume dubbing.
hear the mixed sound (Hi-Fi + Normal soundtracks), press
AUDIO MONITOR (or AUDIO on the remote control) to
select " + (L+R)+NORM" (Z pg. 19). END AUDIO DUBBING
● Audio dubbing stops automatically when the counter reaches
6
Press STOP to stop the tape in your recorder, and
"0:00:00", and the recorder enters the Play mode. Check the engage the audio component's Stop mode.
counter reading before dubbing.
● Audio dubbing is also possible using the rear panel AV1 IN/OUT
or AV2 IN/DECODER connector. When using these connectors,
make sure to select the correct input mode in step 2.
● Audio dubbing cannot be performed on a cassette that has
had its record safety tab removed.
● When playing back an audio-dubbed tape, press AUDIO
MONITOR (or AUDIO on the remote control) to select the
soundtrack you wish to hear (Z pg. 19).

Insert editing replaces part of the recorded scene with new
material. Both the picture and Hi-Fi audio soundtrack are
Insert Editing 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.
Recorder Your recorder
Source tape
C.RESET/CANCEL
Before insert editing Normal
Recorded tape Audio track
Audio/Video signal After insert editing Video/Hi-Fi

audio track
S-video signal
MAKE CONNECTIONS
1
Connect the player's VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT
and AUDIO OUT connectors to your recorder's VIDEO
or S-VIDEO and AUDIO input connectors on the front
Another recorder panel.
SET INPUT MODE

Player
2
Press NUMBER key "0" and/or TV PROG so that "F-1"
for the VIDEO/AUDIO input connectors or "S-1" for
JO
S-VIDEO/AUDIO input connectors appears in place of

G
8
a channel number.
1 3
LOCATE END POINT
3
2
Load the recording cassette into your recorder, and play

it back to determine the edit-out point (the end of the
SHUTTLE
segment to be replaced) using the SHUTTLE ring or the

G
JOG dial or pressing @ # and PAUSE.

O
PR
SE
U
TV
RESET THE COUNTER

PA
4
Press 0000 (or C.RESET/CANCEL) to change the counter
1 – –:– –
display to "0:00:00".
1 2 3
LOCATE START POINT
N
U
M
4 5 6
BE
5
Determine the edit-in point (the beginning of the
R
"0
7 8 9 segment to be replaced) using the SHUTTLE ring or the

"
3
JOG dial or pressing @ # and PAUSE.
4
0000 0 4
● Be sure to engage the Still mode at the edit-in point.
1 3
TV PROG
PAUSE


EN 47
ENGAGE INSERT EDITING
6
8
Press INSERT.
● Your recorder enters the Insert-Pause mode. (" ", " "
1 3
and " " light up on the front display panel.)
2
● The TV screen changes from the still picture to the
input source you are going to record.
START EDITING
A.
RT
D
Y
U
SE
A
B
PL
IN
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.
●" " and " " are displayed on the front display panel.
END INSERT EDITING

8
At counter "0:00:00", Insert Editing will stop automati-
cally while the tape continues running in the Play
mode. If you wish to stop Insert Editing before the
specified edit-out point, press 0000 (or C.RESET/
1 – –:– –
CANCEL).
2
1 2 3 FOR AV INSERT EDITING

If you want to replace the picture, Hi-Fi audio soundtrack and
4 5 6 normal audio soundtrack all at the same time...
... In step 6 above, after you press INSERT, press A. DUB also.
7 8 9 3
(" " and " " blink and " " lights up on the front display
4 panel.)
0000 0 4
3
NOTES:
1
2
● Suitable leads can be obtained from your dealer.
● Insert editing is not possible with cassettes whose safety tab
has been removed.
● When insert editing is performed on a tape that has been
PLAY recorded on another video recorder, the inserted portion may
appear distorted.
● In insert editing, the recording speed (SP/LP) is determined by
the previous recording to be replaced. If the previous
recording's speed changes within a single edit, the inserted
picture will be distorted at the switching point.
● A small portion of the recording which precedes an insert edit
may become erased.
● Insert Editing is also possible using the rear panel AV1 IN/
OUT or AV2 IN/DECODER connector. When using these
connectors, make sure to select the correct input mode in step
2.

This function makes it easier to create edited videos when your
video recorder is used as the source player in combination with
Random As- 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.
semble Editing You can also perform Random Assemble Editing with a second
non-JVC recorder. (Z pg. 49)
MAKE CONNECTIONS
1
PAUSE/ Connect your recorder’s AV1 IN/OUT or S-VIDEO
R.A. EDIT
OUT/AUDIO OUT connectors to the video and audio
input connectors on the recording deck, and connect
C.RESET/CANCEL
your recorder’s PAUSE/R.A. EDIT connector to the

PAUSE connector on the recording deck.
Player Your recorder ● If the recording deck doesn’t have a PAUSE connec-
tor, connect to the R.A. EDIT connector instead.
IN/OUT
● The Mini-plug cable is a mono 3.5 mm mini-plug to
R.
T
mono 3.5 mm mini-plug connector.
AR
A
.E
ST
D
IT
PREPARE FOR EDITING

2
Insert the cassette to be recorded on into the recorder
and set the recorder's input mode.
Audio signal Video signal

LOAD SOURCE CASSETTE
3
Insert the source cassette into your recorder.
Another recorder
(w/PAUSE connector)
SET EDIT MODE
4
Recorder
REMOTE Mini-plug Cable

PAUSE (Not provided)
START SOURCE PLAYBACK
5
Press PLAY.
JO
ACCESS R.A. EDIT SCREEN

G
6
Press R.A. EDIT.
1 3
2 OR
Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen and press
%fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "R.A. EDIT",
SHUTTLE
then press OK.

7 8 9 3
● The screen is superimposed on the video playback in
U
EN
step 7.
M
4
0 4
3
1 OK
PROG 2
PLAY

EN 49
NOTES:
LOCATE EDIT-IN POINT ● You can also monitor the sound when searching for scenes
7
Find the point on the source you want to edit in steps 7 – 8. Since you can hear the
=1
tape from where you want 2 soundtrack during selection, you can avoid abrupt or
the edited scene to begin by 3 unnatural sounding scene-to-scene transitions. The sound that
pressing @ # or using the 4
5 is heard, however, is not TimeScan Audio.
SHUTTLE ring or the JOG 6 ● When editing, there may be a discrepancy of about 2 seconds on
7
dial, then press IN/OUT (or 8 the source tape between the locations you chose as edit-in/-out
PROG). 0:00:00 points and the locations your recorder recognizes as those points.
(+) 0:00:00 ● For any scene, the edit-out point must have a counter reading
● The edit-in point is [PROG] = that is at least 1 second after the corresponding edit-in point. Any
registered in memory less than 1 second and the edit-out point will not be registered.
and appears on the screen. ● Since the source recorder prerolls during Random Assemble
Editing, there must be at least 15 seconds worth of recorded
LOCATE EDIT-OUT POINT material prior to any edit-in point on the source tape.
● If the search time for an edit-in point exceeds 5 minutes, the
8
Find the point where you =1 0:02:23 recording deck enters its Stop mode and editing will not take place.
want the edited scene to 2
● During steps 7 and 8 — if you engage the Pause mode while
end by pressing @ # or 3
4 registering edit-in and -out points in the R.A. Edit screen, the
using the SHUTTLE ring or 5
6
characters in the on-screen display may become distorted. This
the JOG dial, then press
7 is normal.
IN/OUT (or PROG). 8
0:02:23
● The edit-out point is (+) 0:00:00 To Make Corrections . . .
registered in memory [PROG] =
. . . during step 7 or 8, you can cancel registered in and out
and appears on the points by pressing (or C.RESET/CANCEL). Each time you
screen. =1 0:02:23 0:02:51 press, the preceding point is erased.
● The total time of the 2 ● If, for example, you have registered 5 sets of in and out points
3
edited scenes is displayed 4 and want to reset the first set, you have to press (or
to the right of "(+)". 5 C.RESET/CANCEL) until all points after the first set have been
6 erased. Reenter them after you've repaired the first set of
● Repeat steps 7 and 8 for 7
each additional scene. 8 points.
0:02:51
(+) 0:00:28
[PROG] =
Memory Capacity
Random Assemble Editing shares
PREPARE RECORDING DECK memory space with the recorder's
timer. If there are programs
PROGRAM FULL
9
Engage its Record-Standby mode.
occupied by timer-recording data,
those spaces cannot be used to
register edit-in and -out points —
meaning you won't be able to edit 0:00:00
START R.A. EDIT 8 scenes.

● When all 8 programs are full, [MENU] : EXIT
(+) 0:00:00
10
Press START (or OK).
"PROGRAM FULL" appears on
● Automatic editing begins; all the specified scenes are the R.A. EDIT screen.
copied to the recording deck in the order they were ● To cancel a program, see page 32.
registered.
● The on-screen display remains while your recorder RM-V704U Multi-Brand R.A. Edit Controller
searches for each scene (blinking cursor indicates (Not provided)
scene currently being searched for), but disappears By connecting this controller to your recorder's R.A. EDIT
during actual editing. connector, you can perform Random Assemble Editing in
● During scene search, the recording deck automati- combination with a second non-JVC video recorder. The controller
cally enters its Record-Standby mode. is compatible with various major recorder brands. For compatible
● When all registered scenes have been edited, your systems and availability, please consult your JVC dealer.
recorder enters the Pause mode, the recording deck
enters its Record-Standby mode, and the cursor blinks
at the next available number.
NOTE:
Although the RM-V704U is designed to operate the recording
deck, it may not work with some recorders, or may have limited
END R.A. EDIT function capability.
11
Press MENU to return to the normal screen, and engage
the Stop mode for your recorder and for the recording
deck.

50 EN 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.
● Allows you to capture still images from the recorder into a
J terminal personal computer.
For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer.
JLIP ID Number
Your recorder has its own JLIP ID number. This ID number must
be unique when your recorder is connected to another device
via its J terminal. The ID Number is preset to "1" at the factory.
You can change this number to any number between "1" and
"99". If it is necessary to change the JLIP ID number perform the
following steps.
ACCESS MAIN MENU

1 – –:– –
SCREEN
1
2
Press MENU.
1 2 3
NUMBER 4 5 6
7 8 9 3 ACCESS INITIAL SET
0
4
4
SCREEN
2
3 Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to
1
OK "INITIAL SET", then press OK or #.
MENU
2
ACCESS JLIP ID NO. SET

SCREEN
3
Press %fi and move the INTIAL SET
"JLIP ID NO. SET", then CLOCK SET
press OK or #.
GUIDE PROG SET
JLIP ID NO. SET
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SET JLIP ID NUMBER

4
Press NUMBER keys to JLIP ID NO. SET
enter the desired ID
number. 1
CLOCK SET
[0-9] =
[MENU] : EXIT
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
5
Press OK.

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS EN 51
Simple Connections
Connection To This is an example of simple connection if you don't
have a decoder.
A Satellite
Connect the satellite tuner to the video recorder's AV2 IN/
DECODER connector, then connect the recorder's AV1 IN/OUT
connector to the TV's 21-pin SCART connector.
NOTES:
Tuner ● Set "AV2 SELECT" to "AV2". (Z pg. 44)
● You can use Automatic Satellite Program Recording function
(Z pg. 35) with this connection.
● To view a programme via the satellite tuner, select L-2 mode
by pressing NUMBER keys and/or TV PROG so that
"L-2" appears on the display panel.
● For details, refer to the instruction manual for the satellite
Aerial tuner.
Outdoor Unit Aerial
connector
Back of TV
Satellite Cable TV Aerial
cable
Satellite Tuner Unit

ANT. IN
DECODER VCR TV
RF OUT
21-pin AV input
connector (SCART)
Mains outlet
SYNCHRO EDIT JLIP

ANT. IN
AV1 OUT
S OUT AV1 IN/OUT L
COMP. Y/C AUDIO
OUT
R
AV2 IN/DECODER
PAUSE/R.A. EDIT
RF OUT
Back of Recorder
AV1 OUT switch
IMPORTANT
When you set "AV2 SELECT" to "SAT" (Z pg. 44), it is possible to view a satellite broadcast with the TV set to its AV mode even
if the recorder is in Timer mode, in Stop mode, recording or turned off. When the recorder is in Stop mode or recording, press
TV/VCR on the remote control to turn off the VCR indicator on the display panel.
● In this case, be sure to set the AV1 OUT switch on the rear panel to COMP.

52 EN SYSTEM CONNECTIONS (cont.)
Perfect Connections NOTES:

This is an example of recommended connection if you ● Set "AV2 SELECT" to "AV2". (Z pg. 44)
have both satellite tuner and decoder. ● You can use Automatic Satellite Program Recording function
Connect the decoder to the satellite tuner's connector, AV1 IN/ (Z pg. 35) with this connection.
OUT connector to TV's connector, and AV2 IN/DECODER ● To view a programme via the satellite tuner, select L-2 mode
connector to the satellite tuner's connector. Then connect the by pressing NUMBER keys and/or TV PROG so that
satellite tuner and TV. "L-2" appears on the display panel.
● To receive a scrambled broadcast, descramble the signal with
the satellite tuner.
tuner and decoder.
Aerial 21-pin AV input

Outdoor Unit
connector (SCART)
Back of TV

cable

ANT. IN
DECODER VCR TV
RF OUT EXT.2 EXT.1
Aerial
connector
Decoder
SYNCHRO EDIT JLIP

ANT. IN
AV1 OUT
S OUT AV1 IN/OUT L
COMP. Y/C AUDIO
OUT
R
AV2 IN/DECODER
PAUSE/R.A. EDIT
RF OUT
Back of Recorder
Mains outlet

EN 53
Basic Connections NOTES:
This is an example of basic connection if you have both ● To record a satellite programme which delivers the Y/C signal,
satellite tuner and decoder. set "AV2 SELECT" to "AV2" and "AV1 SELECT" to "S-VIDEO".
Connect the decoder to your recorder's AV2 IN/DECODER You can obtain high-quality S-VHS picture.
connector and AV1 IN/OUT connector to the satellite tuner's ● If you connect your recorder and TV via S-Video cable VC-
connector. Then connect the satellite tuner and TV. If you have S211 (not provided), you can enjoy high-quality S-VHS
a decoder for satellite broadcast, connect it to the satellite pictures.
tuner's connector. ● Set "AV2 SELECT" to "DECODER" to view a scrambled
broadcast. (Z pg. 44)
● Automatic Satellite Program Recording function is not
possible with this connection.
● To view a programme via the satellite tuner, select L-1 mode
by pressing NUMBER keys and/or TV PROG so that
"L-1" appears on the display panel.
tuner and decoder.
Outdoor Unit Aerial Aerial

connector
Back of TV
cable

ANT. IN
DECODER VCR TV
RF OUT EXT.1
21-pin AV input S-VIDEO IN

connector (SCART) connector
Decoder
S-VIDEO OUT
SYNCHRO EDIT JLIP

ANT. IN
AV1 OUT
S OUT AV1 IN/OUT L
COMP. Y/C AUDIO
OUT
R
AV2 IN/DECODER
PAUSE/R.A. EDIT
RF OUT
Back of Recorder
Mains outlet Decoder

54 EN SYSTEM CONNECTIONS (cont.)
The AV2 IN/DECODER connector can be used as an input
terminal for an external decoder (descrambler). Simply connect
Connecting/ a decoder and you can enjoy the variety of programming that is
available through scrambled channels.
Using A SELECT INPUT MODE

1
Set "AV2 SELECT" to "DECODER". (Z pg. 44)
Decoder CONNECT DECODER

2
Connect your recorder's AV2 IN/DECODER connector
to the decoder's Euroconnector using a 21-pin SCART
cable.
TV Receiver
RF Cable (provided) SET TUNER
3
Perform the procedure as described in "When Receiving
A Scrambled Broadcast" on page 59.
TV Aerial
Cable
AV1 IN/OUT
AV2 IN/DECODER
Decoder

EN 55
These instructions enable you to connect your video recorder to
your Hi-Fi stereo system (if you have one) and listen to the
Connecting/ soundtrack through the stereo.
Using A Stereo
System FM Tuner
CD Player
Stereo Amplifier
I I I I I I I I
I I I
I
I
I I
I
I I
AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR

I I I I I I I I
I I I I I I I I
I I
I
I
I I
I I
Audio Cable
(not provided)
Speaker Television Speaker
SYNCHRO EDIT JLIP

ANT. IN
AV1 OUT
S OUT AV1 IN/OUT L
COMP. Y/C AUDIO
OUT
R
Mains outlet AV2 IN/DECODER

PAUSE/R.A. EDIT
RF OUT
Rear View AUDIO OUT
CAUTIONS:
MAKE CONNECTIONS ● This recorder has a dynamic range of more than 80 dB with
1
Connect the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on your regards to its Hi-Fi audio capability. It is recommended that
video recorder to the AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR you check the maximum level if you are going to listen to the
terminals on your stereo system’s receiver or amplifier. Hi-Fi audio signals through a stereo amplifier. A sudden surge
in the input level to the speakers may damage them.
● Some speakers and televisions are specially shielded to
prevent television interference. If both are of the non-shielded
NOTES: type, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV set as this
● When connecting your recorder’s audio output connectors to can adversely affect the video playback picture.
a stereo amplifier, make sure you connect L and R correctly.
● If stereo or bilingual TV broadcasts are receivable in your
area, this recorder can record them independently of the TV
set and play them back through the connected stereo system.
● When listening to sound through the connected stereo system,
turn the TV’s volume down completely.

56 EN SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS
IMPORTANT
Tuner Set Perform the following steps only if —
— Auto Channel Set has not been set correctly by Auto Set
Up function or by Preset Download (Z pg. 6, 8).
— you have moved to a different area or if a new station
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). starts broadcasting in your area.
Your recorder needs to memorize all necessary stations in

channel positions in order to record TV programmes. Auto
Channel Set automatically assigns all receivable stations in your
area to call them up by using the TV PROG buttons without
going through any vacant channel.
Auto Channel Set
1 – –:– –
1
Press .
2
1 2 3
4 5 6
ACCESS MAIN MENU
7 8 9 3
SCREEN
2
4
0 4 Press MENU.
3
1 OK
MENU
2
TV PROG ACCESS AUTO CH SET

SCREEN
3
MODE SET
"AUTO CH SET", then AUTO CH SET
press OK or #. MANUAL CH SET
INITIAL SET
REC LEVEL CTL
R.A. EDITT
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SELECT COUNTRY
4
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to your
country's name, then press OK or #.
SELECT LANGUAGE
5
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the
language of your choice.

EN 57
PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL
SET
6
Press OK twice.
● You can set up the AUTO SET
recorder's tuner also PLEASE WAIT
by Preset Download
(Z pg. 8).
1 – –:– – ● The Auto Set screen 0 + + +
appears, and remains
2
on screen while the [MENU] : EXIT
1 2 3 recorder searches
for receivable Beginning End
4 5 6 stations.
As Auto Channel Set progresses, the " " mark on the
7 8 9 3
screen moves from left to right.
4 Wait until the screen as shown in step 7 appears.
0 4
MENU
3
OK VIEW CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
2
7
After "SCAN COMPLETED" PR CH ID PR CH ID
01 25 ARD 08 C26 E-SP
is displayed on the screen 02 C08 SKY1 09 55 WEST
for about 5 seconds, the 03 10 ZDF 10 C24 SAT1
Confirmation screen 04 C65 RAI1 11 C23 OSF
05 C31 BBC1 12 ––––
looking like the one to the 06 C32 BBC2 13 ––––
right appears. The stations 07 C33 3SAT 14 ––––
[5∞ ]
∞
∞
your recorder located
appear on a Confirmation
= : EDIT
= [X] : DELETE
[MENU] : EXIT
screen — channel
positions (PR), channels C: Cable
(CH) and station names
(ID – Z pg. 61). The blueback screen and the
programme currently being broadcast by the blinking
station appear alternately for 8 seconds each.
To view the next page, use the %fi @ # button on the
remote control.
● The stations located in the selected country appear at
the top of the list.
● The Guide Program numbers will also be set
automatically during Auto Channel Set.
IMPORTANT RETURN TO NORMAL

● In certain reception conditions, station names may not be
stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may SCREEN
8
not work properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set Press MENU.
properly, when you timer-record a TV programme using
SHOWVIEW, the recorder will record a TV programme of a ● Using the Confirmation screen, you can skip or add
different station. When programming the timer using channel positions, enter station names and perform
SHOWVIEW, be sure to check whether the channel position other operations. Refer to pages 58 – 62 for the
on which your recorder receives the broadcasting station procedures.
you wish to record is selected (Z pg. 28, "SHOWVIEW Timer ● Depending on reception conditions, the stations may
Programming"). not be stored in order, and the station names may not
● Your video recorder memorizes all detected stations even if be stored correctly.
reception of some of them is poor. In these cases picture ● For information on scrambled broadcasts, refer to
quality may be poor. To delete those stations with an page 59.
unacceptable picture Z "Delete A Channel" on page 59.
NOTES:
● Fine tuning is performed automatically during Auto Channel
Set. If you want to perform it manually, refer to page 62.
● If you perform Auto Channel Set when the aerial cable is not
connected properly, "SCAN COMPLETED -NO SIGNAL-"
appears on the screen in step 7. When this happens, make
sure of the aerial connection and press OK; Auto Channel Set
will take place again.

58 EN SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS (cont.)
SELECT BAND
4
Press %fi to change the
band between CH (regular)
and CC (cable), then PR CH ID FINE DECODER
press #. 12 CH01 – – – – +/– OFF
1 – –:– – [5∞] : SELECT

[ ] : CURSOR +=
∞
∞
2 : OK
[MENU] : EXIT
1 2 3
The blueback screen and the
4 5 6 programme currently being
NUMBER broadcast by the selected channel
appear alternately for 8 seconds
7 8 9 3
each.
4
0 4
3
INPUT CHANNEL
1
OK
5
Press the NUMBER keys to input the channel number you
MENU
2
want to store.
● Input "0" before any single number entries.
● To input the registered station name (ID – Z pg. 61),
press # until "----" (ID setting) begins blinking, then
press %fi.
● For fine tuning adjustment, press # until "+/–" begins
blinking, then press %fi. While tuning, “+” or “–”
appears.
● When storing a channel that sends scrambled
broadcasts, press # until "OFF" (Decoder setting)
blinks, then press %fi to set "DECODER" to "ON"
("OFF" is the default setting).
● When "AV2 SELECT" is set to "AV2", the "DECODER"
setting cannot be changed (Z pg. 44).
Storing Channels Manually ENTER NEW CHANNEL

Store channels that were not stored during Auto Set Up (Z pg. INFORMATION
6), Preset Download (Z pg. 8) or Auto Channel Set (Z pg. 56).
6
Press OK and the Confirmation screen appears.
● Repeat steps 3 through 6 as necessary.
ACCESS MAIN MENU
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
1
Press MENU.
SCREEN
7
Press MENU.
ACCESS CONFIRMATION ● To change positions, see "Change Station Channel
SCREEN Position" (Z pg. 59).
● If you wish to set station names other than the ones
2
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to registered in your recorder, Z "Set Stations (B)" on
“MANUAL CH SET”, then press OK or #. The Confir- page 60.
mation screen appears.
SELECT POSITION
ATTENTION
3
Press %fi @ # until an (Ex.) To store in position 12.
open position in which PR CH ID PR CH ID Guide Program numbers are not set when channels are
you want to store a 01 25 ARD 08 C26 E-SP stored manually. If an attempt is made at timer program-
channel begins blinking, 02 CDB SKY1 09 55 WEST
03 10 ZDF 10 C24 SAT1 ming with SHOWVIEW in this state, the “GUIDE PROG SET”
then press OK. The 04 C65 RAI1 11 C23 OSF screen appears; set the Guide Program numbers on this
05 C31 BBC1 12 ––––
Manual Channel Set 06 C32 BBC2 13 –––– screen. Z “ATTENTION – Regarding Guide Program
screen appears. 07 C33 3SAT 14 –––– Number Set” on pg. 29.
[5∞ ]
Or perform “Guide Program Number Set” (Z pg. 66).
∞
∞
= : EDIT
= [X] : DELETE
[MENU] : EXIT
The blueback screen and the
programme currently being
broadcast by the selected channel
appear alternately for 8 seconds
each.

EN 59
Delete A Channel When Receiving A
Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on Scrambled Broadcast
page 58 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing.
SELECT DECODER MODE
1
Set "AV2 SELECT" to "DECODER" (Z pg. 44).
SELECT ITEM
1
Press %fi @ # until the item you want to delete begins
blinking.
ACCESS CONFIRMATION
DELETE CHANNEL SCREEN
2
Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channel Manually" on
2
Press . page 58.
● The item directly beneath the cancelled one moves
up one line.
● Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary. SELECT POSITION
3
Press %fi @ # to select the channel position broadcast-
CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN ing scrambled programmes, then press OK twice.
3
Press MENU.
CHANGE DECODER SETTING
4
Press # until "OFF" (decoder setting) begins blinking,
and set it to "ON" by pressing %fi.
Change Station Channel RETURN TO CONFIRMATION

Position SCREEN
5
Press OK.
Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on
page 58 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. ● Repeat steps 3 through 5 as necessary.
SELECT ITEM CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN
1
Press %fi @ # until the item you want to move begins
6
Press MENU.
blinking. Then press OK and the station name (ID) and
its channel (CH) number begin blinking.
SELECT NEW POSITION
2
Press %fi @ # to move the station to the new channel
position, then press OK.
Example: If you moved the station in position 4 to
ATTENTION
If channel positions are changed or deleted, the Guide
position 2, the stations originally in positions
Program numbers that have been set are reset.
2 and 3 each move down one space.
● Example 1: If a channel is deleted, all the Guide Program
PR CH ID PR CH ID PR CH ID PR CH ID numbers are reset.
01 25 ARD 08 C26 E-SP 01 25 ARD 08 C26 E-SP
02 C08 SKY1 09 55 WEST 02 C65 RAI1 09 55 WEST
● Example 2: If a channel is changed from position 4 to
03 10 ZDF 10 C24 SAT1 03 C08 SKY1 10 C24 SAT1 position 2, the Guide Program numbers
04 C65 RAI1 11 C23 OSF 04 10 ZDF 11 C23 OSF above position 4 are reset.
05 C31 BBC1 12 C25 ESPN 05 C31 BBC1 12 C25 ESPN
06 C32 BBC2 13 –––– 06 C32 BBC2 13 –––– ● Example 3: If a channel is changed from position 4 to
07 C33 3SAT 14 –––– 07 C33 3SAT 14 –––– position 6, the Guide Program numbers
[5∞ ] : MOVE above position 6 are reset.
∞
∞
: MANUAL CH SET [5∞ ] : MOVE = * In Examples 2 and 3, if the channel is moved to position
∞
∞

10 before OK is pressed, the Guide Program numbers
above position 10 are reset.
● Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary. If an attempt is made at timer programming with
SHOWVIEW in this state, the “GUIDE PROG SET” screen
CLOSE CONFIRMATION SCREEN appears; set the Guide Program numbers on this screen.
Z “ATTENTION – Regarding Guide Program Number
3
Press MENU.
Set” on pg. 29.
Or perform “Guide Program Number Set” (Z pg. 66).
NOTE:
The characters available for the station name (ID) are A–Z, 0–9,
*
–, , +, (space) (maximum of 4).

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 Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on
page 58 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing. page 58 to access the Confirmation screen and then perform
step 1 and 2 of "Set Stations (A)" on the left before continuing.
SELECT ITEM
SELECT STATION NAME
1
Press %fi @ # until the item you want begins blinking.
CHARACTER
1
Press # until the first letter
ACCESS MANUAL of the station name begins
blinking. PR CH ID FINE DECODER
CHANNEL SET SCREEN 06 CH45 ARD +/– OFF
2
Press OK twice.
[5∞] : A-Z, 0-9
[ ] : CURSOR +=
∞
∞
: OK
[MENU] : EXIT
SELECT NEW STATION
ENTER NEW CHARACTER
3
Press # until the station
name (ID) begins blinking,
2
then press %fi until the Press %fi to cycle through the characters (A–Z, 0–9, –,
PR CH ID FINE DECODER
new station’s name (ID)
you want to store begins
06 CH45 – – – – +/– OFF
* , +, (space) ) and stop when the desired character
is indicated, then press # to enter. Enter the remaining
blinking. characters the same way (maximum of 4).
Registered station names [5∞] : CHANGE ID After entering all characters, press OK.
[ ] : CURSOR +=
∞
∞
(Z pg. 61) appear as you : OK

● The Confirmation screen appears.
press %fi. [MENU] : EXIT
● If you make a mistake, press @ until the incorrect
character begins blinking. Then enter the correct
character by pressing %fi.
SWITCH STATIONS
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
4
Press OK.
● Repeat steps 1 through 4 as necessary. SCREEN
3
Press MENU.
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
5
Press MENU.

EN 61
TV Station And ID List
ID* STATION NAME ID* STATION NAME
1000 TV1000 ORF2 ORF2
3SAT 3SAT ORF3 ORF3
ADLT ADULT OWL3 OWL3
ANT3 ANTENA3 PREM PREMIERE
ARD ARD PRO7 PRO7
ARTE ARTE RAI1 RAI1
BBC BBC GROUP RAI2 RAI2
BBC1 BBC1 RAI3 RAI3
BBC2 BBC2 RET4 RETE4
BR3 BAYERN3 21 TELE21
C+ CANAL PLUS RTBF RTBF1 or 2
C1 PORTUGUSES RTL RTL
CAN5 CANALE5 RTL2 RTL2
CANV KETNET CANVAS RTL4 RTL4
CH4 CHANNEL4 RTL5 RTL5
CH5 CHANNEL5 RTP RTP
CHLD CHILD S4 SCHWEIZ4
CINE CINEMA SAT1 SAT1
CLUB TELECLUB SBS SBS
CMT CMT SHOW SHOW
CNN CNN SIC SOCIEDADE
CSUR ANDALUCIA SKY SKY CHANNEL
DISC DISCOVERY SKYN SKY NEWS
DR DR TV SPRT SPORT
DRS DRS SRTL SUPER RTL
DSF DSF STAR STAR-TV
ETB1 ETB1 SVT1 SVT1
ETB2 ETB2 SVT2 SVT2
EURO EURONEWS SWR SUEDWEST3
EUSP EUROSPORTS TCC TCC
FEMM FEMMAN TELE TELE
FILM FILM TEL5 TELE5
FNET FILMNET TF1 TF1
FR2 France2 TM3 TM3
FR3 France3 TMC TELEMONTECARLO
GALA GALAVISION TNT TNT INT
HR3 HESSEN3 TRT TRT INT
INFO INFO-KANAL TSI TSI
ITA1 ITALIA1 TSR TSR
ITA7 ITALIA7 TV1 BRTN TV1
ITV ITV TV2 TV2
JSTV JSTV TV3 TV3
KA2 KA2 TV4 TV4
KAB1 KABEL1 TV5 TV5
KAN2 KANAL2 TV6 TV6
LOCA LOCAL TVE1 TVE1
M6 M6 TVE2 TVE2
MBC MBR TVG TV GALICIA
MCM MCM TVI TV INDEPENDENT
MDR MDR TVN TV NORGE
MOVE MOVIE VCR VIDEO
MTV MTV VERO VERONICA
MTV3 MTV3 VH-1 VH-1
N3 NORD3 VIVA VIVA
N-TV N-TV VIV2 VIVA2
NBC NBC SUPER VMTV VIDEO MUSIC
NDR3 NDR3 VOX VOX
NED1 NED1 VT4 VT4
NED2 NED2 VTM VTM
NED3 NED3 WDR1 West1
NEWS WDR3 West3
NICK NICKELODEON YLE1 YLE1
NRK NRK YLE2 YLE2
NRK2 NRK2 ZDF ZDF
ODE ODEON ZTV ZTV
ORF1 ORF1
* The "ID" abbreviation is what is shown on-screen in lieu of the
station name. The "ID" abbreviation is listed in the Confirma-
tion screen and is displayed on the TV screen when the
recorder is tuned to a different station.

Fine-Tuning Channels
Already Stored
Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on
page 58 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing.
SELECT CHANNEL TO
1 – –:– –
FINE-TUNE
1
Press %fi @ # until the channel you want to tune begins
2 blinking.
1 2 3
4 5 6 ACCESS MANUAL
7 8 9 3
CHANNEL SET SCREEN
2
4
0 4
Press OK twice. The Manual Channel Set screen
appears.
3
1 OK
MENU
2
PERFORM TUNING
3
Press # until "+/–" begins blinking, then press %fi until
the picture is its clearest. Then press OK.
● Repeat steps 1 through 3 as necessary.
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
4
Press MENU.

EN 63
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.
IMPORTANT
Perform the following steps only if —
— interference appears in the TV picture after you have moved to a different area or a new station has started broadcasting in
your area.
— you change the connection between your recorder and TV from RF connection to AV or S-VIDEO connection, or vice versa.
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, the provided S-Video cable and an audio cable (S-VIDEO connection),
since you do not need the video channel you have to set the video channel to off.
If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via the RF cable only (RF connection), you have to set the correct
video channel.
Before performing the following steps, make sure the recorder's power is off and there is no cassette inserted in the recorder.
Then set your TV to UHF channel 50.

ACCESS VIDEO CHANNEL ● If the two vertical white bars
appear clearly on the screen
SET MODE as shown to the right, go to
step 4.
1
Hold down STOP (5/8) on the recorder until the
display panel shows the following. ● If the two vertical white bars
do not appear clearly, re-set
the video recorder to another
vacant channel and try again.
NOTES:
SET RF OUTPUT SYSTEM ● If you set the video recorder to a channel which is
occupied by a local station or has neighbouring
2
The blinking number on the display indicates the RF
channels that are occupied by local stations, the
output system of your country. If you have selected
picture reception quality will be affected and some
MAGYARORSZAG (36), CESKA REPUBLIKA (42),
interference noise will appear on the TV screen. Be
POLSKA (48) or OTHER EASTERN EUROPE (EE) for the
sure to select a vacant channel which has no
country setting (pg. 6, 10), press %fi to set to "2". For
broadcast on neighbouring channels.
other countries, set to "1". Then press OK.
● If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars
(1: B/G 2: D/K)
clearly with any channel between 22 and 69, consult
your JVC dealer.
EXIT VIDEO CHANNEL SET

SET VIDEO CHANNEL MODE
3 4
With AV Connection or S-VIDEO Connection Press OK on the remote control.
Press TV PROG – until the display panel shows
"1OUT– –" (or "2OUT– –").
● Now the video channel is set to off. With AV Connection or S-VIDEO Connection:
With RF Connection To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your
Press TV PROG + or – to set the video recorder to a TV to its AV mode.
vacant channel between 22 and 69 which is not With RF Connection:
occupied by any local station in your area. The channel on which the screen in step 3 appears clearly
(Ex.) If channel 50 is available in your area is your video channel.
To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your
TV to the Video Channel.

IMPORTANT
Clock Set If you performed Auto Set Up (Z pg. 6), Preset Download
(Z pg. 8) or Auto Channel Set (Z pg. 56), without ever
having set the clock previously, the recorder's built-in
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). 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.
or
— the recorder's memory backup has expired.
or
— you want to change Just Clock setting (Z "Just Clock"
in the left column).
TURN THE RECORDER ON

1
1 – –:– – Press .
2
1 2 3
4 5 6 ACCESS MAIN MENU
7 8 9 3 SCREEN
2
Press MENU.
4
0 4
3
1 OK
MENU
2
ACCESS INITIAL SET
SCREEN
3
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "INITIAL SET" by
ACCESS CLOCK SET

SCREEN
4
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "CLOCK SET" by
pressing %fi, then press OK or #. The Clock Set screen
appears.
INTIAL SET CLOCK SET
CLOCK SET TIME DATE YEAR

GUIDE PROG SET 0: 00 01 . 01 99
JLIP ID NO. SET JUST CLOCK : OFF
TV PR. : 1
[5∞] = [5∞] =
Just Clock [MENU] : EXIT [MENU] : EXIT
The Just Clock function provides accurate time keeping
through automatic adjustments at regular intervals, by
reading data from a PDC signal.
NOTE:
The Just Clock option can be set "ON" or "OFF" at the Clock When you have selected MAGYARORSZAG (36),
Set screen (the default setting is "OFF"). Press OK until the CESKA REPUBLIKA (42), POLSKA (48) or OTHER
Just Clock setting begins blinking, then press %fi to change EASTERN EUROPE (EE) for the country setting (Z pg. 6,
the setting. 10), you cannot use Just Clock function. Skip steps 6
IMPORTANT: If you turn off Just Clock, the accuracy of your and 7 on page 65.
recorder's built-in clock may be reduced, which could
adversely effect timer recording. We recommend you to
keep Just Clock on. In cases where the clock setting data SET DATE AND TIME
5
from a PDC signal is incorrect, however, you are advised to Press %fi to set the time, then press OK or #. The "date"
keep Just Clock set to "OFF". display begins blinking. Repeat the same procedure to
set the date and year.
● When you set the time, press and hold %fi to
change the time by 30 minutes.
● When you set the date, press and hold %fi to
change the date by 15 days.

EN 65
SET JUST CLOCK
6
The default setting is “OFF”. Set as desired by pressing
%fi, then press OK or #.
● For the Just clock function, Z "Just Clock" on page
64.
● If you set to “OFF”, you can disregard the next step as
you won’t be able to receive regular clock adjustments.
SET CLOCK DATA SOURCE

CHANNEL POSITION
1 – –:– –
7
1 2 3 The recorder is preset to receive clock setting and
adjustment data from channel position 1. Press %fi to set
the channel position to the number representing the
4 5 6 station transmitting clock setting data, then press OK or #.
7 8 9 3
4
START CLOCK OPERATION
0
8
4 Press MENU.
3
1 OK
MENU
2
NOTES:
● Just Clock (when set to "ON") adjusts the recorder's built-in
clock every hour, except for 23:00, 0:00, 1:00 and 2:00.
● Just Clock is not effective when . . .
– the recorder’s power is on.
– the recorder is in the Timer mode.
– a difference of more than 3 minutes exists between the
built-in clock’s time and the actual time.
– the recorder is in the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode
(Z pg. 35).
– the recorder is in the Power Save mode (Z pg. 12).
● If Just Clock is set to "ON", the recorder’s clock is automati-
cally adjusted at the start/end of Summer Time.
● Just Clock may not function properly depending on the

SHOWVIEW Setup
IMPORTANT
Normally, Auto Set Up (Z pg. 6), Preset Download (Z pg. 8) or Auto Channel Set (Z pg. 56) sets the Guide Program Numbers
automatically. You need to set the Guide Program Numbers manually only in the following cases.
● When timer-programming with SHOWVIEW, the channel position, where the station you wish to record is received on your
recorder, is not selected or when you add a channel after Auto Set Up or Auto Channel Set has taken place.
— Set the Guide Program Number for that station manually.
● When you delete a channel or change channel positions manually after Auto Set Up or Auto Channel Set has taken place.
— Set the Guide Program Numbers for all the receivable stations manually.
● When you wish to timer-record a satellite programme with SHOWVIEW.
— Set the Guide Program Numbers for all satellite broadcasts received on your satellite tuner.
Guide Program Number Set

ACCESS MAIN MENU ENTER RECEIVING
SCREEN CHANNEL POSITION
1 NUMBER
Press MENU.
5
Press %fi or NUMBER GUIDE PROG SET
keys to input the number
ACCESS INITIAL SET of the recorder's channel
position on which the GUIDE PROG TV PROG
SCREEN Guide Program number's

broadcast is received.
2 2
ZDF
2
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to Then press OK or #.
"INITIAL SET", then press OK or #. [5∞] =
● If the satellite broadcast [MENU] : EXIT
is received on your
(Ex.) If ZDF is received on
ACCESS GUIDE PROG SET recorder's auxiliary
channel "L-2", select channel position 2.
SCREEN "L-2" for the channel position.

● Repeat steps 4 and 5 as necessary.
3
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "GUIDE
PROG SET", then press OK or #.
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
ENTER GUIDE PROG
6
Press MENU.
NUMBER
4
Press %fi or NUMBER keys GUIDE PROG SET
to enter the Guide Program
number for the desired
station as shown in the TV GUIDE PROG TV PROG
listings. Then press
2 5
Guide Program Number
OK or #.
"Guide Program (GUIDE PROG) number" refers to the
assigned TV station numbers, according to broadcast area, for
[5∞] = SHOWVIEW timer recording. The Guide Program numbers can
[MENU] : EXIT
be found in most TV listings.
(Ex.) When inputting the
Guide Program
number 2 for ZDF.

TROUBLESHOOTING EN 67
Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart and see if you can repair 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 ● The mains power cord is discon- Connect the mains power cord.
recorder. nected.
2. The clock is functioning properly, ● “‰“ is displayed on the display Press the ‰ button to turn the “‰“
but the recorder cannot be powered. panel with Auto Timer set to "OFF". indicator off.
3. The remote control won't function. ● The batteries are discharged. Replace the dead batteries with new
ones.
TAPE TRANSPORT
1. The tape does not run during ● “ “ is displayed on the display Press PLAY to turn the “ “ indicator
recording. panel. off.
2. The tape will not rewind or fast- ● The tape is already fully rewound or Check the cassette.
forward. fast-forwarded.
PLAYBACK
1. The playback picture does not ● If you’re using the RF OUT connec- If you are using the RF OUT connec-
appear while the tape is running. tion . . . tion . . .
. . . the TV receiver’s channel selector . . . set the TV receiver to the VIDEO
is not set to the VIDEO channel. channel.
. . . the recorder's VIDEO channel . . . perform "Video Channel Set".
has not been correctly set. (Z pg. 63)
● If you’re using the AV or S-VIDEO If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO
connection, the TV receiver is not set connection, set the TV to its AV
to the AV mode. mode.
2. Noise appears during visual search. ● This is normal during visual search
other than TimeScan.
3. Noise appears during normal ● The automatic tracking mode is Try manual tracking. (Z pg. 17)
playback. engaged.
4. The playback picture is blurred or ● The video heads may be dirty. Consult your JVC dealer.
interrupted while TV broadcasts are
clear.
5. Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi ● Automatic tracking is engaged. Engage and adjust tracking manually.
soundtrack. (Z pg. 17)
RECORDING
1. Recording cannot be started. ● There is no cassette loaded, or the Insert a cassette, or using adhesive
cassette loaded has had its Record tape, reseal the slot where the tab
Safety tab removed. was removed.
2. TV broadcasts cannot be recorded. ● “L-1”, “L-2”, “F-1” or “S-1” has been Set to the desired channel.
selected as the input mode.
3. Tape-to-tape editing is not possible. ● The source (another video recorder, Confirm that the source is properly
camcorder) has not been properly connected.
connected.
● All necessary power switches have Confirm that all units’ power switches
not been turned on. are turned on.
● The input mode is not correct. Set the input mode to “L-1”, “L-2”,
“F-1” or “S-1”.
4. Camcorder recording is not ● The camcorder has not been Confirm that the camcorder is
possible. properly connected. properly connected.
● The input mode is not correct. Set the input mode to “L-1”, “L-2”,
“F-1” or “S-1”.

68 EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
TIMER RECORDING
1. Timer recording won’t work. ● The clock and/or the timer have Re-perform the clock and/or timer
been set incorrectly. settings.
● The timer is not engaged. Press ‰ and confirm that “‰“ is
displayed on the display panel.
2. Timer programming is not possible. ● Timer recording is in progress. Timer programming can’t be
performed while a timer recording is
in progress. Wait until it finishes.
3. “‰“ and “]“ on the display ● The timer is engaged but there’s no Load a cassette with the Record
panel won’t stop blinking. cassette loaded. Safety tab intact, or cover the hole
using adhesive tape.
4. The cassette is automatically ● The loaded cassette has had its Remove the cassette and cover the
ejected, and “‰“ and “]“ on the Record Safety tab removed. hole with adhesive tape, or insert a
display panel won’t stop blinking. cassette with the Record Safety tab
intact.
5. “‰“ blinks for 10 seconds and the ● ‰ has been pressed when there are Check the programmed data and re-
Timer mode is disengaged. no programs in memory, or the timer program as necessary, then press ‰
record information has been again.
programmed incorrectly.
6. The cassette is automatically ● The end of the tape was reached The programme may not have been
ejected, the power shuts off and during timer recording. recorded in its entirety. Next time
“‰“ and “]“ won’t stop make sure you have enough time on
blinking. the tape to record the entire
However, the cassette may not be programme.
ejected when the front panel is When the front panel is closed and
closed. the cassette cannot be ejected fully,
push the cassette into the recorder,
then press STOP/EJECT to remove the
cassette.
7. SHOWVIEW does not timer-record ● The recorder’s channel positions Refer to "Guide Program Number Set"
properly. have been set incorrectly. and re-perform the procedure
(Z pg. 66).
OTHER PROBLEMS
1. Whistling or howling is heard from ● The camcorder’s microphone is too Position the camcorder so its
the TV during camcorder record- close to the TV. microphone is away from the TV.
ing. ● The TV’s volume is too high. Turn the TV’s volume down.
2. When scanning channels, some of ● Those channels have been desig- If you need the skipped channels,
them are skipped over. nated to be skipped. restore them (Z pg. 58).
3. The channel cannot be changed. ● Recording is in progress. Press PAUSE to pause the recording,
change channels, then press PLAY to
resume recording.
4. Channel settings that were made ● After the manual settings were Perform manual setting again.
manually seem to have changed or made, Auto Channel Set was
disappeared. performed.
5. No channels are stored in the ● The TV aerial cable was not Connect the TV aerial cable to the
recorder's memory. connected to the recorder when recorder properly and turn off the
Auto Set Up was performed. recorder power once, then turn the
recorder power back on again. The
recorder will try Auto Set Up again
(Z pg. 6).
6. The remote control won’t operate ● The remote control brand setting is Re-set the remote control to the
the TV or satellite tuner. incorrect. correct brand (Z pg. 37, 38).

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS EN 69
PLAYBACK TIMER RECORDING
Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached Q. " " and "‰" remain lit on the display panel. Is there
during playback or search? a problem?
A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning. A. No. This is a normal condition for a timer recording in
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Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the

still mode? Q. Can I programme the timer while I’m watching a
A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect tape or a TV broadcast?
the heads. A. You won’t see the picture as it is replaced by the on-
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tape you’re viewing can be heard.
Q. When returning from multi-speed search to normal ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
playback, the picture is disturbed. Should I be

concerned about this? Q. Is it possible to timer-record a TV programme
A. No, it is normal. broadcast in 2000?
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Q. Other than preventing further recording, what effect

does removing the Record Safety tab have?
A. It disables marking of index codes.
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Q. Sometimes, during Index Search, the video recorder

can’t find the programme I want to see. Why not?
A. There may be index codes too close together.
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RECORDING
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.
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Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the

Record-Pause mode?
A. No. The video recorder goes to its Stop mode
automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads.
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Q. What happens if the tape runs out during recording?

A. The video recorder automatically rewinds it to the
beginning.
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ATTENTION
This recorder contains microcomputers. External electronic noise or interference could cause malfunctioning. In such cases,
switch the recorder off and unplug the mains power cord. Then plug it in again and turn the recorder on. Take out the cassette.
After checking the cassette, operate the unit as usual.

70 EN INDEX
FRONT VIEW
1 2 3 4 5 6 7890!@#$
DIGITAL
SP / LP
STANDBY/ON
S-VIDEO AUDIO SYNCHRO INDEX

VIDEO DISPLAY
MONITOR EDIT MARK ERASE
+8
C. RESET 4 SP REVIEW
TV / VCR / CANSEL 0 R. A. EDIT IN / OUT START
(MONO)L – AUDIO – R 6
15dB VPS/PDC
NORM VCR
% ^ & * ( )qw
1 STANDBY/ON Button Z pg. 6 $ ‰TIMER Button Z pg. 29, 31

2 PUSH-OPEN Button % S-VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO Input Connectors
3 SP/LP Button Z pg. 22 Z pg. 40, 46
4 AUDIO MONITOR Button Z pg. 19 ^ TV/VCR Button Z pg. 23
5 DISPLAY Button Z pg. 23 & Counter Reset [C.RESET] Button Z pg. 23, 46
6 Cassette Loading Slot CANCEL Button Z pg. 32, 49
7 SYNCHRO EDIT Button Z pg. 41 * Display Panel Z pg. 72
8 INDEX MARK Button Z pg. 17 ( Infrared Beam Receiving Window
9 STOP/EJECT Button Z pg. 15 ) Random Assemble Edit [R.A. EDIT] Button
0 INDEX ERASE Button Z pg. 17 Z pg. 48
! REC LINK Button Z pg. 35 q IN/OUT Button Z pg. 49
@ REVIEW Button Z pg. 19 w START Button Z pg. 49
# DIGITAL TBC/NR Button Z pg. 18
To access covered buttons/connectors, press PUSH-OPEN

so that the front panel opens.

EN 71
INSIDE VIEW OF FRONT PANEL
123456 7 8 9 0!@ # $
DAIRY WEEKLY VPS / PDC
1 PROG 3 OK DIGITAL
REC LINK TBC / NR TIMER
2
INSERT A. DUB JOG
START STOP DATE TV PROG SHUTTLE
% ^ & * ( ) q w e r t
1 PROG Button Z pg. 28 $ SHUTTLE Ring Z pg. 15 – 17

2 DAILY Button Z pg. 29, 31 % START +/– Button Z pg. 30
3 Button Z pg. 32 ^ STOP +/– Button Z pg. 30
4 WEEKLY Button Z pg. 29, 31 & DATE +/– Button Z pg. 30
5 VPS/PDC Button Z pg. 29, 31 * TV PROG +/– Buttons Z pg. 22
6 OK Button Z pg. 7 ( STOP Button Z pg. 15
7 REC LINK Indicator Z pg. 35 ) Rewind [REW] Button Z pg. 15 – 17
8 REVIEW Indicator Z pg. 19 q PLAY Button Z pg. 15
9 DIGITAL TBC/NR Indicator Z pg. 18 w Fast Forward [FF] Button Z pg. 15 – 17
0 INSERT Button Z pg. 46 e PAUSE Button Z pg. 16
! ‰TIMER Indicator Z pg. 29, 31 r RECORD Button Z pg. 22
@ Audio Dubbing [A. DUB] Button Z pg. 45 t << 4 and ¢ >> Buttons — same as @ #
# JOG Dial Z pg. 16 Button on remote control Z pg. 16, 17, 20

72 EN INDEX (cont.)
REAR VIEW
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
SYNCHRO EDIT JLIP

ANT. IN
AV1 OUT
S OUT AV1 IN/OUT L
COMP. Y/C AUDIO
OUT
R
AV2 IN/DECODER
PAUSE/R.A. EDIT
RF OUT
8 9 0 !
1 Mains Power Cord Z pg. 4 7 ANT. IN Connector Z pg. 4
2 S-VIDEO OUT Connector Z pg. 5 8 AV2 IN/DECODER Connector
3 AV1 OUT Switch Z pg. 4 Z pg. 42, 51 – 54
4 AV1 IN/OUT Connector 9 AUDIO OUT (L/R) Connectors Z pg. 55
Z pg. 4, 41, 42, 48, 51 – 54 0 Remote PAUSE Connector Z pg. 40
5 J terminal [JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) R.A. EDIT Connector Z pg. 48
Connector] Z pg. 50 ! RF OUT Connector Z pg. 4
6 SYNCHRO EDIT Connector Z pg. 41
DISPLAY PANEL
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
+8
4 SP REVIEW
0
6
15dB VPS/PDC
NORM VCR
9 0 ! @# $ %
1 B.E.S.T. Picture System Display Z pg. 26 4 "Timer" Indicator Z pg. 29, 31
Audio Level Indicator Z pg. 25 5 S-VHS Indicator Z pg. 24
2 Programme Time Indicators Z pg. 30 6 Channel/Clock Display Z pg. 9
3 Symbolic Mode Indicators 7 Tape Speed Indicators Z pg. 22
* EP is only for NTSC playback
STILL: 8 Instant REVIEW Indicator Z pg. 19
PLAY: SLOW: 9 Audio Mode Indicator Z pg. 19
FF/REW VARIABLE RECORD: 0 Tape Remaining Time Indicator Z pg. 23
SEARCH:
RECORD PAUSE: ! "Cassette Loaded" Mark
@ VPS/PDC Indicator Z pg. 29, 31
AUDIO DUBBING: # VCR Indicator Z pg. 23
$ Counter/Remain Display
AUDIO DUBBING PAUSE: % Mode Display (L-1, L-2, F-1 or S-1)
INSERT:
INSERT PAUSE:
AUDIO DUBBING INSERT:
AUDIO DUBBING INSERT PAUSE:

EN 73
REMOTE CONTROL 1 LCD Panel Z pg. 28, 74
2 TV Button Z pg. 37, 74
3 VCR Button Z pg. 36, 74
4 AUDIO Button Z pg. 19
(TV Muting) Button Z pg. 37
5 LCD PROG Button Z pg. 28
6 NUMBER Keys Z pg. 22, 28
1 * 7 DAILY Button Z pg. 29, 31
2 ( 8 VPS/PDC Button Z pg. 29, 31
3 CABLE 9 Button Z pg. 28, 32, 49
VCR TV /SAT
) 0000 Button Z pg. 23, 47
4 1 LCD PROG AUDIO – –:– – TV/VCR
q 0 Button Z pg. 32
5 w ! PROG Button Z pg. 28
2
ENTER/ENTREE
@ START +/– Button Z pg. 30
6 1 2 3 e # STOP +/– Button Z pg. 30
7 30 SEC
r $ Rewind [REW] Button Z pg. 15, 17
4 5 6 % Play Button Z pg. 15
8 VPS/PDC DAILY/QTDN. WEEKLY/HEBDO
t ^ Record Button Z pg. 22
7 8 9 3 y & %fi Button Z pg. 6
9 TV PROG +/– Z pg. 37
0000 AUX
4 u * CABLE/SAT Button Z pg. 38, 74
0 0 4
i ( STANDBY/ON Button Z pg. 6
1 PROG MENU OK 3
) – – : – – Button Z pg. 23
! 2
o q TV/VCR Button Z pg. 23, 37
p w REVIEW Button Z pg. 19
@ START STOP DATE TV e 30 SEC Button Z pg. 17
DEBUT FIN PROG
Q r WEEKLY Button Z pg. 29, 31
# EXPRESS W t Button Z pg. 28
y AUX Button Z pg. 40
$ E u ‰ Button Z pg. 29, 31
i (Auto Tracking) Button Z pg. 17
% R SP/LP Button Z pg. 22
^ TV PROG +
T o OK Button Z pg. 7
p MENU Button Z pg. 10
Q TV PROG +/– Button Z pg. 22
&
+
W DATE +/– Button Z pg. 30

TV
– TV Y E Fast Forward [FF] Button Z pg. 15, 17

T V PR O G –
R Stop Button Z pg. 15, 22
T Pause Button Z pg. 16
Y @ # Button Z pg. 16, 20
TV +/–Button Z pg. 37
Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also
be used to operate your TV. (Z pg. 37)
How To Use NOTES:

The remote control can operate most of your video recorder's ● When inserting the batteries, be sure to insert in the correct
functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets and satellite directions as indicated under the battery cover.
tuners of JVC and other brands. (Z pg. 37, 38) ● If the remote control doesn't work properly, remove its batteries,
● Point the remote control toward the sensor window. wait a short time, replace the batteries and then try again.
● The maximum operating distance of the remote control is
about 8 m.

74 EN INDEX (cont.)
Remote Control LCD

The remote control can operate not only the video recorder but also some of your TV and satellite tuner's functions. The LCD
indicates which of these (VIDEO, TV or CABLE/SAT) the remote control can currently operate. When you first purchase the
remote control, or after you have just replaced the batteries, VIDEO A (A code) is selected.
1 To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button to set the remote
control to the Video mode (Z pg. 36).
2 To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the remote control to the TV
mode (Z pg. 37).
3 To operate your satellite tuner, first press the CABLE/SAT button to set the
remote control to the Satellite tuner mode (Z pg. 38).
NOTES:
Even if “TV” is displayed on the LCD, the following operations can be performed without switching the mode.
● Basic operations for the recorder
After an operation is completed, “TV” reappears on the LCD.
● Express Timer Programming and SHOWVIEW Timer Programming operations
To perform a TV operation again, switch to TV mode first.
● Accessing main menu
To perform a TV operation again, switch to TV mode first.

SPECIFICATIONS EN 75
GENERAL TUNER/TIMER
Power requirement : AC 220 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz TV channel storage
Power consumption capacity : 99 positions
Power on : 24 W (+AUX position)
Power off : 5.7 W Tuning system : Frequency synthesized tuner
Temperature Channel coverage : VHF 47 – 89/104 – 300/
Operating : 5°C to 40°C 302 – 470MHz
Storage : –20°C to 60°C UHF 470 – 862MHz
Operating position : Horizontal only Aerial output : UHF channels 22 – 69
Dimensions (WxHxD) : 437 x 106 x 352 mm (Adjustable)
Weight : 5.1 kg Memory backup time : Approx. 60 min.
Format : S-VHS/VHS PAL standard
Maximum recording time ACCESSORIES
(SP) : 240 min. with E-240 video Provided accessories : RF cable,
cassette Infrared remote control unit,
(LP) : 480 min. with E-240 video "R6" battery x 2
cassette S-Video cable
VIDEO/AUDIO Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise
Signal system : PAL-type colour signal and CCIR specified.
monochrome signal, 625 lines E.& O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without
50 fields notice.
Recording system : DA4 (Double Azimuth) head
helical scan system
Signal-to-noise ratio : 45 dB
Horizontal resolution : 250 lines (VHS)
400 lines (S-VHS)
Frequency range : 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz
(Normal audio)
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
(Hi-Fi audio)
Input/Output : 21-pin SCART connectors :
IN/OUT x 1, IN/DECODER x 1
RCA connectors:
VIDEO IN x 1, AUDIO IN x 1,
AUDIO OUT x 1
S-Video connectors:
IN x 1, OUT x 1

EN
Auto Set Up – referring to the display panel
HR-S9600EU
The Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock and Guide Program numbers automatically.
BEFORE YOU START PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT:
n The TV aerial cable is connected to the ANT.IN jack on the rear panel of the video recorder.
n The video recorder's mains power cord is connected to a mains outlet.
n The video recorder is turned off.
n Load batteries into the remote control.
1 Press (recorder/remote). International Telephone Country Code
BELGIUM : 32 NORGE : 47
ESKÁ REPUBLIKA : 42 ÖSTERREICH : 43
DANMARK : 45 POLSKA : 48
2 Press %fi (remote) to select the international telephone

country code.
DEUTSCHLAND
ESPAÑA
GREECE
:
:
:
49
34
30
PORTUGAL
SUISSE
SUOMI
:
:
:
351
41
358
(Ex.) DEUTSCHLAND is selected. ITALIA : 39 SVERIGE : 46
MAGYARORSZÁG : 36 OTHER WESTERN EUROPE : --
NEDERLAND : 31 OTHER EASTERN EUROPE : EE
● If you have selected a country code other than 32 (BELGIUM) or 41 (SUISSE), go to step 3.
● If you have selected 36 (MAGYARORSZAG), 42 (CESKA REPUBLIKA), 48 (POLSKA) or EE (OTHER EASTERN
EUROPE), press OK. Clock Set screen will appear. Set the clock manually (Z pg. 64 – 65), then go to step 3.
● If you have selected 32 (BELGIUM) or 41 (SUISSE), press OK (remote) and select the language code by
pressing %fi (remote), then go to step 3.
(Ex.) FRANCAIS is selected for BELGIUM
Language Code
ENGLISH : 01 NEDERLANDS : 06
DEUTSCH : 02 SVENSKA : 07
FRANCAIS : 03 NORSK : 08
ITALIANO : 04 SUOMI : 09
International Telephone Language Code CASTELLANO : 05 DANSK : 10
Country Code
3 Press OK (remote). "Auto" appears on the display panel.
4 Press OK (remote) to start Auto Set Up. Do NOT press any button on the video recorder or remote control during
"Auto" is blinking.
● If "– –:– –" appears on the display panel, see page 9 of the instructions.
* Once you have performed Auto Set Up, even if the recorder's memory backup has expired, the recorder will
not perform Auto Set Up again. Perform tuner setting (Z pg. 56) and/or clock setting (Z pg. 64) as required.
FOR MORE INFORMATION

SEE INSTRUCTIONS/P6
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
Printed in Malaysia
COPYRIGHT © 1999 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD. EU
* *
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1 LCD PROG AUDIO – –:– – TV/VCR

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PERFORM AUTO SET UP

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Preset channels by downloading preset data from your TV instead of

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TURN ON THE RECORDER

ACCESS MAIN MENU

ACCESS COUNTRY SET

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Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

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Tape Position Indicator ● Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on

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