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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
HR-A592U
INSTRUCTIONS
LPT0778-001A
COPYRIGHT © 2002 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
Printed in Thailand
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder.
Before use, please read the safety information and precautions to
ensure safe use of your new VCR.
CAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120V~,
60Hz only.
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any
other power source.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION:
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU
FOND.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user's
authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage
to the VCR, Remote or video cassette.
1 DO NOT place the VCR . . .
...in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.
...in direct sunlight.
...in a dusty environment.
...in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.
...on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT block the VCR's ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the VCR
or on the Remote.
5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located
on the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future
reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
J4F90201A K
02/12
· Cassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with this video
cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with
this model.
· This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK)
that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings with regular
VHS resolution.
· HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
· As an Energy Star® Partner, JVC has determined that this product
or product model meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But 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 installation, use and
servicing.
ATTENTION:
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your
product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read
all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this
product and keep this booklet for future reference.
INSTALLATION
1.
Grounding or Polarization
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit
into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
2. Power Sources
Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply
to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
4. Power Cord Protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
5. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.
· Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug or other similar surface.
· Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
2. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
3. Power Lines
An outside antenna
system should not be
located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines
or other electric light or
power circuits, or where
it can fall into such
power lines or circuits.
When installing an
outside antenna system,
extreme care should be
taken to keep from
touching such power
lines or circuits as
contact with them might
be fatal.
USE
1.
Accessories
To avoid personal injury:
· Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the product.
· Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
· Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer
and follow the manufacturer's instructions for any mounting of
the product.
· Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or
deep-pile carpets.
2. Product and Cart Combination
A product and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
3. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water--for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool and
the like.
4. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
5. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of
this product as they may cause hazards.
6. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7.
Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
SERVICING
1.
Servicing
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked
change in performance and you are unable to restore normal
operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating
instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
2. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a.
When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
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UHF/VHF
OUT(TV)
IN(ANT)
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
L
R
VIDEO (MONO) L Ð AUDIO Ð R
POWER
REC
REW
PLAY
FF
STOP/EJECT
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the product to its normal operation.
e.
If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f.
When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance--
this indicates a need for service.
3. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which
have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
4. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in safe operating condition.
How to use the Remote
Before use, insert two AAA size batteries into the Remote with the
polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery
compartment or on the lid.
· Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target
component.
· The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 5
m.
NOTE:
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a
few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.
Video heads cleaning
Use a dry cleaning cassette -- TCL-2-- when:
· Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.
· The picture is unclear or no picture appears.
Buttons, Connectors and Indicators
Front Panel
Cassette loading slot
PLAY
CH+/­
STOP/EJECT
REW
FF
REC
VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R)
input connectors
POWER
Remote
sensor
Rear Panel
AC power cord
UHF/VHF IN (ANT)
UHF/VHF OUT (TV)
VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R) OUT
Timer
Record
Recording
Play/Still/
Recording
Pause
VCR
PM
Multi-Function Display
Display Panel
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UHF/VHF
OUT(TV)
IN(ANT)
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
L
R
UHF/VHF
OUT(TV)
IN(ANT)
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
L
R
MENU
REC
REW
FF
CH
(AUX)
ENTER
12
3
45
6
7
0
89
SET
­
TV/VCR
TIMER
A.MONITOR
SP/EP
DISPLAY
CANCEL
C.RESET
TV CH
TV VOL
INPUT
+
­
+
­
+
­
+
PAUSE
PLAY
STOP
TV POWER
POWER
Remote
TV POWER
TV/VCR
Number keys
CANCEL
C.RESET
REW
REC
STOP
MENU
TV CH­/+
A.MONITOR
AUX
TIMER
CH­/+
SP/EP
PLAY
FF
PAUSE
ENTER
SET­/+
INPUT
POWER
TV VOL­/+
DISPLAY
Connections and VCR channel
Setting
Check contents
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed
in "Specifications".
Situate VCR
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
Connect VCR to TV
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2
3
On-screen display
If you press DISPLAY on the Remote, you can see the current VCR
status on the TV screen. Press DISPLAY again to exit on-screen
display.
The indications are not recorded even if the VCR is in the recording
mode.
WHILE OPERATING A TAPE
WHILE WATCHING TV
00:00:00 SP
CH 125
8:30AM THU
STEREO SAP
STEREO
CHANNEL
TAPE
SPEED
REAL TIME COUNTER
STEREO AND
SEPARATE AUDIO
PROGRAM (SAP)
OUTPUT
SELECTION
00 : 00 : 00 SP
8:30AM THU
HI-FI
AUTO TR.
STEREO
OPERATING MODE
TAPE IN
AUTO TRACKING
HI-FI STEREO
AUTO REPEAT
OUTPUT
SELECTION
­ Buttons, Connectors and Indicators ­
Antenna or cable
Coaxial cable
Flat feeder
Matching transformer
(not supplied)
Back of VCR
To audio/video input connectors
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
To 75
terminal
RF cable (supplied)
TV
RF Connection
Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
Connect the TV antenna cable to the UHF/VHF IN
terminal on the rear of the VCR.
Connect the supplied RF cable between the UHF/VHF
OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the TV's
antenna input terminal.
AV Connection
(improves picture quality during tape playback.)
If your TV is equipped with audio/video input connectors
Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the
illustration.
Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/
VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the
audio/video input connectors on the TV.
· Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your
VCR to your TV, you must also connect it using the RF
cable. This will ensure that you can record one show while
watching another.
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3
1
2
1
This Remote transmit A code
signals only; it is not applicable
to B code signals.
DAY AND CLOCK TIME
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Set VCR channel
Press MENU.
Press SET ­/+ to select "SYSTEM SETUP" option, then press
ENTER
.
Press SET ­/+ to select "STANDARD TIME" option, then
press ENTER.
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Language Setting
The default setting is "ENGLISH".
Access Menu screen
Press MENU on the Remote. Press SET
­/+
to select "SYSTEM SETUP", then
press ENTER.
Access Language screen
Press SET ­/+ to select "LANGUAGE",
then press ENTER.
Select language
This VCR offers you the language
choice to view menus and some
messages -- in English, Spanish or
French. Press SET ­/+ to select your
desired language, then press ENTER.
Press MENU twice to return to normal screen.
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Initial Settings
Clock Setting
Preparations
You must set the date and time for timer recording.
Auto Clock Setting
The Auto Clock function will automatically set the built-in
clock (Month, Day, Year and Time) when the VCR is
connected to an Antenna or Cable system and it is turned
off. As the VCR searches for a receivable station in your area
and it receives a broadcast signal for Auto Clock, the Auto
Clock needs several minutes to set itself.
1
3
1
+/-/ENTER/MENU
MENU
TIMER REC SET
AUTO REPEAT
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
SAP
CH SETUP
SYSTEM SETUP
á+/-/ENTER/MENUñ
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
ON OFF
ON OFF
CLOCK SET
AUTO CLOCK
STANDARD TIME
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
SYSTEM SETUP
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­ Initial Settings ­
­ Connections and VCR channel Setting ­
Auto Clock Setting
Auto Clock Adjustment
The Auto Clock Adjustment will be performed at 12:00 PM
everyday if you turn off the VCR.
· If you use a cable box and you want Auto Clock adjustment
to be performed, the cable box must be left on.
· The Auto Clock Adjustment is not effective when there is a
difference of more than 5 minutes exists between the built-
in clock time and the actual time.
To Set Auto Clock To Off
When shipped from factory "AUTO CLOCK" option is set to ON.
But if you do not want Auto Clock set (Adjustment):
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 3 or 4 on the
Remote for 3 seconds in standby
mode. The video channel will
start to flash in the display.
Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3
or 4 to correspond with the
channel selected in step 1.
Turn on the VCR and select any
channel to receive a TV station
in your area. The channel
number will appear on the screen and display for about
4 seconds.
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3
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3
Connect the Antenna or Cable system.
· If you use a cable box, turn it on.
Plug the AC Power cord to the AC outlet.
Make sure the VCR is turned off.
· If you press POWER, the Auto Clock set is not effective.
Wait at least three minutes and press POWER.
Press DISPLAY to check the clock on the TV screen.
If the clock is not set, check the Antenna condition. The
Auto Clock may not function properly if the reception
condition is not good.
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5
1
3
6
4
To Set Standard Time
In the rare event that you live within broadcast range of two
stations in two different time zones, the VCR may recognize
the wrong station for the Auto Clock set.
To correct the situation:
Turn on the VCR.
Press MENU.
Press SET ­/+ to select "SYSTEM SETUP" option, then
press ENTER.
Press SET ­/+ to select "AUTO CLOCK" option.
Press ENTER to select OFF.
Press MENU repeatedly to return to the normal screen.
· When "AUTO CLOCK" is set to OFF, the Auto Clock
adjustment does not function. Set the clock manually.
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5
1
3
6
4
+/-/ENTER/MENU
ENGLISH
FRANCAIS
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
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