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ENGLISH
EN
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
HR-J7020UM
INSTRUCTIONS
LPT0931-001A
Printed in China
COPYRIGHT © 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
0604MAR-PJ-BJ
CONTENTS
Buttons, Connectors and Indicators................................................ 3
Basic Connections ......................................................................... 5
Initial Settings ............................................................................. 6
Plug&Play Setting................................................................... 6
Language Setting.................................................................... 6
Clock Setting.......................................................................... 6
Display On/Off Setting........................................................... 7
Tuner Setting.......................................................................... 7
Playback...................................................................................... 8
Basic Playback....................................................................... 8
Playback Features .................................................................. 8
Recording .................................................................................. 10
Basic Recording ................................................................... 10
Recording Features .............................................................. 10
Timer Recording ......................................................................... 11
Express Timer Programing.................................................... 11
To use the VCR while it is in timer recording standby mode .. 11
Checking, canceling or changing program settings............... 12
Program overlap warning display......................................... 12
Other Functions.......................................................................... 13
Checking tape position ........................................................ 13
Changing display information .............................................. 13
Timer warning display ......................................................... 13
Function settings .................................................................. 13
Editing....................................................................................... 15
Specifications............................................................................. 16
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: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
¡ATENCION!
Antes de operar su equipo, lea cuidadosamente este instructivo.
The POWER 1 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.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC 60065.
POWER SYSTEM:
This set operates on voltage of AC 110 ­ 220Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz
with automatic switching.
Use the conversion plug (provided) depending on the type of
your AC WALL outlet.
The rating plate and safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
IMPORTANT:
It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material
without the consent of the copyright owner.
CAUTION
When you are not using the VCR for a long period of time, it
is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the
AC outlet.
Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified
service personnel. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard,
remove the power cord from the AC outlet prior to
connecting or disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void
user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Cassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with this
video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings 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.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf, make sure
that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation
(10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be
considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of
these batteries must be followed strictly.
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 or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or Remote.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the VCR
or Remote.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or
electric shock may be caused.)
5. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
6. DO NOT use this equipment in a bathroom or places with
water. Also DO NOT place any containers filled with water or
liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted
plants, cups, etc.) on top of this unit.
7. DO NOT place any naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
8. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the VCR when you move it
from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely humid
conditions--just as water droplets form on 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 VCR's power turned on for a few hours to let
the moisture dry.
How to use the Remote
Before use, insert the lithium
battery -- CR2032 --
correctly, with the plus(+)
side up into the battery
compartment. To open it,
press the release tab and
carefully, pull the
compartment out.
The Remote can operate most of your VCR's functions, as well as
basic functions of JVC TVs.
Point the Remote towards the remote sensor on the target
component. The maximum operating distance is about 8 m.
To operate a JVC TV, use any of the following buttons: TV
POWER, TV INPUT, TV CH+/­ or TV VOL +/­.
NOTE:
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its battery, wait for a
few seconds, replace the battery and then try again.
Video heads cleaning
The heads get dirty in the following cases:
in an environment prone to extreme temperature or humidity.
in a dusty environment
flaw, dirt or mold on video tapes
continuous usage for a long time
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.
"USE CLEANING CASSETTE" appears on the screen (only with
"SUPERIMPOSE" set to "ON") (
pg. 14).
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical
burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat
above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace battery with CR2032. Panasonic (Matsushita Electric)
or Maxell is recommended.
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
ATTENTION
To mobile phone user:
Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the VCR may cause
picture vibration on the TV screen or change the screen to a
blue back display.
On placing the VCR:
Some TVs generate strong magnetic fields.
Make sure to place the VCR at least 20 cm (7 or 8 inches)
away from a TV.
DO NOT place the VCR close to a TV as it may cause noise,
picture disturbance or malfunctions (power off, etc.) to occur.
Release
tab
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Buttons, Connectors and Indicators
Front Panel
Rear Panel
CH+/­
REC
STOP/EJECT
REW
FF
PLAY
Cassette loading slot
VIDEO/AUDIO
input connectors
Display panel
VCR mode indicator
Play indicator
Record indicator
Timer mode indicator
Channel and auxiliary input/Clock time
Remote sensor
AC power cord
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Remote
On-screen display
If you press OSD (OK) on the Remote when "SUPERIMPOSE" is
set to "ON"(
pg. 14), you can see the current VCR status on the
TV screen. To clear the time counter, press OSD (OK) again.
The indications are not recorded even if the VCR is in the
recording mode.
A Channel and auxiliary input
B Day and clock time
C STEREO program indication
D SAP indication
E Audio monitor indications
F Time counter
G Index number
H Tape position
I Cassette mark
J Tape speed
K VCR operation mode
L Timer warning display
To recall an indication
TIMER
CANCEL
Number keys
A Press OSD (OK).
All indications corresponding to the current status are
displayed for 5 seconds. After that, the counter
information and RECORD/PAUSE (if in the Record Pause
mode), are left displayed on the screen.
B Press OSD (OK) again to clear the display.
The RECORD/PAUSE indication is left displayed on the
screen.
B
++
+
E
CH125
RECORD
THU 12:00 AM
PAUSE
STEREO
­WARNING­
SP
SAP
TIMER RECORDING
TO START SOON
(CANCEL)
INDEX ­ 1
NORM
HI-FI
COUNT
­1:23:45
A
B
C
D
E
K
J
I
H
G
F
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Basic Connections
A Check contents
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in
"Specifications" (
pg. 16).
B Situate VCR
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
C Connect VCR to TV
RF Connection
A Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
B Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANT. IN terminal on the
rear of the VCR.
C Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV 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
A Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the illustration.
B 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.
D Connect VCR to power source
Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.
E Set VCR channel
The VCR channel is the channel on which you can watch the
picture from the VCR on the TV when only using the RF
connection. When the VCR is turned off, press STOP/EJECT
(0) on the VCR for more than 5 seconds. "CH3" appears on
the display panel. Press CH r/t on the Remote to select "CH3",
"CH4" or "CH­"(OFF), then press OK.
If Plug&Play or Tuner setting has not previously been
performed, the Language Select screen appears and Plug&Play
takes place automatically.
The VCR channel is preset to "CH3". Set to "CH4" if CH3 is
used for broadcasting in your area.
F Final preparation for use
Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCR channel 3 or 4
(or AV mode) on the TV.
If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF
connection, press TV/VCR on the Remote so that the VCR mode
indicator lights on the display panel.
RF cable
(supplied)
Back of VCR
Flat feeder
AC power cord
Audio/video
cable
(not supplied)
To audio/video
input connectors
Antenna or cable
Matching transformer
(not supplied)
Coaxial cable
AC outlet
To 75
terminal
TV
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