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• Cassettes marked “VH S” (or “S-VH S”) can be used with this video cassette recorder . Howe ver, S-VHS recording is not possible with this model. • This model is equipped with SQP B (S-VHS Q UAS I PL AYBA CK) that makes it possible to play back S-VH S recordings with regular VH S resolution. • HQ VH S is compatible with existing VH S[...]
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I M PO RT ANT P RO DUCT SA F ETY I N STRUCTION S Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. B ut improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its [...]
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UHF/VHF OUT(TV) IN(ANT) VIDEO OUT AUDIO L R d. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the pro[...]
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MENU REC REW FF CH (AUX) ENTER 12 3 45 6 7 0 89 SET – TV/VCR TIMER A.MONITOR SP/EP DISPLA Y CANCEL C.RESET TV CH TV VOL INPUT + – + – + – + P AUSE PLA Y STOP TV POWER POWER Remote TV POWE R T V/VCR Number keys CANCEL C.R ESET RE W RE C ST O P ME N U T V C H–/+ A.MON IT O R AUX TI ME R C H–/+ SP/E P PLA Y FF PA U S E E NTER SET–/+ IN P[...]
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Set VC R channel To view playback of a recorded tape, or to watch a program selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel) when a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only. Press and hold POWER on the unit for 3 seconds in standby mode. The video channel will start to flash in the display.[...]
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P ress SET –/+ on the Remote to select a channel number you want to add or delete. T o add channels P ress ENTE R until “ ADD” appears on the screen to set to add the unmemorized channel. T o delete channels P ress ENTE R until “D ELETE” appears on the screen to set to delete the channel from memory . Repeat to to add or delete other chan[...]
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OR P ress RE W ( ) or FF ( ) repeatedly on the VCR. P ress RE W ( ) or FF ( ) repeatedly on the Remote. • P ress PL A Y ( ) to resume normal playback. • Each time you press RE W ( ) or FF ( ) the playback speed changes. V ariable speed search Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is facing you and the arrow on the front of the ca[...]
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It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material without the consent of the copyright owner . L oad a cassette Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover the hole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette. • The VC R turns on, and the counter is reset, automatically . Set tape speed P ress SP/E P . Select record[...]
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Recording Features Specifying recording length - One T ouch T imer Recording (OTR) T imer Recording EXAMPLE: Program a timer recording for the 26th day, channel 125 (CATV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer program number 1 (Tape speed: EP). When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the TV and this VCR on and select the video input mode on the[...]
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When setting the date in step 3 in the Setting the Timer Recording section on the previous page, press SET – repeatedly. The setting changes as follows: Example Press SET – /+ to select the “ TIMER REC SET ” option in the MENU. Then press ENTER to display the timer program list. Press MENU twice to return to the normal screen. TO CONFIRM TH[...]
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P ress ME N U . P ress on the Remote SET – /+ to select “ SAP ” option. P ress ENTE R to select “ ON ” position. Press MENU to return to normal screen. Other Functions Changing display information Each time you press DISPL AY , the display panel shows the time counter and the clock time alternatively. • When DISPLA Y on the Remote is pr[...]
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Y ou can use your VC R as the playback or recording VC R. Y ou can use a camcorder as the playback VC R and your VCR as the recording VC R. Refer also to the other components ’ instruction manuals for connection and its operations. Make connections Example: When using this VCR as the playback VC R • When using this VCR as the recording VC R, co[...]
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Remote control does not work. It is not aimed at the remote sensor. Distance too far or too much light in the room. There is an obstacle in the path of the beam. The batteries are weak. The +, – polarity of the batteries are not inserted correctly. Aim it at the remote sensor. Operate within 15 feet (5 meters) reduce the light in the room. Clear [...]
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GENE RAL P ower requirement P ower consumption P ower on P ower off T emperature Operating Storage Operating position Dimensions (W x H x D) W eight Format Maximum recording time SP EP VID EO/AUD I O Signal system Recording/Playback system Signal-to-noise ratio Horizontal resolution Frequency range Normal audio Hi-Fi audio Input/Output TU NE R T un[...]
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F OR SE RVIC I NG (Only in U.S.A.) HOW T O LOCA TE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER — JVC T O L L FR EE: 1-8 00-53 7 -5 722 http://www .jvc.com Dear Customer, In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, please read the instruction booklet b efore op erating the unit. In the event that repair is necessar y, or for the address nearest your[...]
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LIM ITE D W A RR A NTY C ONSU M E R VIDEO 1-90 JVC COM P ANY OF A M E R IC A warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below O N L Y TO TH E OR IGI NAL P U R C HAS ER AT RET AIL to be FR EE F RO M DEFE CTIVE MA TE R IALS AN D W ORK MANS HIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. ( “ The W a[...]