VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER CONTENTS SAFETY FIRST 2 4 4 5 6 8 Safety Precautions ...................... 2 Some Do's And Don'ts ............... 3 HR-J455EK HR-J256EK HR-J255EK HR-J255ES TV TV/VCR AUDIO ­ ­:­ ­ QUICK SET UP GUIDE CHECK THE CONTENTS ........... INSTALLATION .......................... VIDEO CHANNEL SET ............... AUTO SET UP ............................ BASIC OPERATIONS Playback .................................. Recording ................................ Video Plus+ Timer Programming ........................... Express Timer Programming ..... 10 10 12 14 16 ADVANCED OPERATIONS Looking For The Scene You Want ................................. Playback/Recording According To Tape Characteristics ............. Playback Picture Adjustment .... Automatic Satellite Programme Recording ................................ Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder .................................. Edit From A Camcorder ............ Other Functions ....................... 19 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 1 4 VPS/PDC 2 5 8 AUX 3 2 6 9 4 DAILY/QTDN. WEEKLY/HEBDO 7 0000 0 START DEBUT STOP FIN DATE TV PROG EXPRESS 1 PROG ? 30 SEC MENU 3 OK TV PROG + STANDBY/ON DISPLAY TV + SP/LP REC LINK TV PROG ­ TV PROG ­ TV SYSTEM CONNECTIONS SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS PAL 29 30 Connection To A Satellite Receiver ................................... 29 TM Tuner Set .................................. 30 Clock Set ................................. 37 Video Plus+ Setup .................... 38 SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION 39 INSTRUCTIONS Questions And Answers ........... 39 Troubleshooting ....................... 40 Index ....................................... 42 SPECIFICATIONS 47 LPT0041-001B 2 SAFETY FIRST Safety Precautions The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit. WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT Please read the various precautions on p. 2 ­ 3 of this instruction manual before installing or operating the recorder. 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. CAUTION 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. 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. IMPORTANT Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain a proper safety approved extension lead/adapter or consult your dealer. In the unlikely event of the plug fuse failing be sure to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If the fuse fails again consult your nearest JVC dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal coded E or Green. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue to N (Neutral) or Black Brown to L (Live) or Red 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. If these colours do not correspond with the terminal identifications of your plug, connect as follows: Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured Black. Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red. If in doubt -- consult a competent electrician. 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. TM PAL Cassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with this video recorder. However, only VHS recordings can be made and played back. HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment. Video Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The Video Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. 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. 3 Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way -- switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws -- to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. DON'T DON'T DON'T DON'T DON'T ABOVE ALL... -- NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case -- this could result in a fatal electrical shock; -- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind -- it is better to be safe than sorry! 4 Dear Customer, QUICK SET UP GUIDE Thank you for purchasing this JVC Video Cassette Recorder. Please use this QUICK SET UP GUIDE to help you to set up your video cassette recorder. 1 STANDBY/ON CHECK THE CONTENTS CHECK ALL THE CONTENTS SHOWN BELOW STEP TV TV/VCR AUDIO ­ ­:­ ­ 1 DISPLAY SP/LP REC LINK TV PROG 2 5 8 AUX 3 2 4 VPS/PDC 6 9 4 DAILY/QTDN. WEEKLY/HEBDO 7 0000 0 Video Cassette Recorder START DEBUT STOP FIN DATE TV PROG EXPRESS 1 PROG ? 30 SEC MENU TV PROG + 3 OK TV ­ TV RF Cable "AA" Batteries (x 2) TV PROG ­ Infrared Remote Control Unit You are now ready to install your video recorder. + 5 2 INSTALLATION CONNECT VIDEO RECORDER TO TV STEP Place the recorder on a stable, flat surface. Back of TV RF Cable (provided) 21-pin SCART Cable (not provided) TV Aerial Cable (not provided) Aerial connector 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) Make this connection if your TV has a 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) in order to reduce the possibility of interference. Mains Power Cord ENTREE ANT. IN AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR IN/DECODER AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE IN/OUT ANTENNE SORTIE RF OUT Back of Recorder Mains outlet RF CONNECTION To Connect To A TV With NO 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) . . . 1­ Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV. 2­ Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack on the rear panel of the recorder. 3­ Connect the provided RF cable between the RF OUT jack on the rear panel of the recorder and the TV's aerial connector. AV CONNECTION To Connect To A TV with 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) . . . 1­ Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF CONNECTION". 2­ Connect an optional SCART cable between the AV1 IN/OUT socket on the rear panel of the recorder and the TV's 21-pin AV input connector (SCART). ATTENTION Do NOT Plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet until all connections are completed. Do NOT press the button on the recorder or on the remote control to turn on the recorder's power before you start the Auto Set Up procedure described on page 8. AFTER YOU FINISH THIS STEP Go to Step 3 ­ VIDEO CHANNEL SET 6 QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.) 3 VIDEO CHANNEL SET TUNE THE TV TO VIDEO RECORDER 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. STEP If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via both an RF cable and a 21-pin SCART cable (AV connection), you do not need the video channel so you have to set the video channel to off. -- Go to "With AV Connection" below. If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via an RF cable only (RF connection), you have to set the correct video channel -- Go to "With RF Connection" on page 7. With AV Connection Before performing the following procedure, make sure that: the mains power cord is plugged into the mains outlet. the video recorder is turned off and there is no cassette inserted in the recorder. batteries have been installed in the remote control. 1 Press and hold down STOP(5/8) on the recorder until the display panel shows the following. 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 2 6 9 4 2 Press TV PROG ­ until the display panel shows "­OUT­ ­". Now the Video Channel is set to off. 3 1 ? Press to turn off the recorder. 3 To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode. -- Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do this. Go to Step 4 ­ AUTO SET UP AFTER YOU FINISH THIS STEP 7 With RF Connection Before performing the following procedure, make sure that: the mains power cord is plugged into the mains outlet. the video recorder is turned off and there is no cassette inserted in the recorder. the connected TV is turned on. batteries have been installed in the remote control. 1 Press and hold down STOP(5/8) on the recorder until the display panel shows the following. 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 2 6 9 4 2 Set your TV to UHF channel 52. (Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do this.) If the two vertical white bars appear clearly on the screen as shown to the right, go to item 3. If the two vertical white bars do not appear clearly, press TV PROG + or ­ to set the video recorder to a vacant channel between 28 and 60 which is not occupied by any local station in your area. Refer to list on page 36 for details of broadcast stations in your area. (Ex.) If channel 36 is available in your area. 1 ? 3 Then set your TV to UHF channel 36 and check if the two vertical white bars appear clearly on the screen; if so, go to item 3. If not, re-set the video recorder to another vacant channe ...