LPT0002 003a

CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST 2
Safety Precautions ................................... 2
Precautions ............................................. 3
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER INDEX 4
INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER 10
Basic Connections ................................. 10
HR-J746MS Connection To A Stereo System

(HR-J746MS Only) .............................. 12
INITIAL SETTINGS
Auto Set Up ..........................................
14
14
(Hi-Fi) Tuner Set ...............................................
Using The Confirmation Screen .............
16
18
Storing Channels Manually ................. 18
HR-J449MS Delete A Channel ...............................

Change Station Preset Position ............
Fine-Tuning Channels Already Stored .
Set Stations .........................................
TV Station And ID List ........................
19
19
20
20
21
(Monaural) Clock Set ...............................................
SHOW VIEW Setup ....................................
22
24
REMOTE CONTROL 26
TV Multi-Brand Remote Control ............ 26
Satellite Receiver Multi-Brand
Remote Control .................................. 27
A B M COMPTEUR AFFICHAGE
PLAYBACK 28
1
2
2
+DUREE
3 Basic Playback ...................................... 28
Playback Features ................................. 29
4 5 6
PDC QTDN. HEBDO
7 8 9
0000 AUX
ANNUL. 0 AUTO 4
DEBUT FIN DATE
PROGRAMMATION EXPRESS
CHAINE
RECORDING 35
CONTROLE AUDIO TV/VIDEO TV
SAT.
MAG.
RETOUR AVANCE
Basic Recording .................................... 35
REC
H. S E Q. CONTRO
LE PR
OG.
B.E.S.T. Picture System .......................... 36
1P
ROG
./MEN
U
VOL.TV
3 OK
MARCHE
On-Screen Displays .............................. 38
MULTI-
FONCTIONS AUTO CHAINE
SYSTEME
COULEUR 3R
+8
4
SPATIALIZER
q RECH. VAR.
CHAINE/
IMAGE/IMAGE
Recording Features ................................ 39
0 REVIEW
AUTO VN/LD 6
M VN/ LD
10 VN LD EP
TIMER RECORDING 42
–20dB
VIDEO (MONO)G – AUDIO – D G NORM D VIDEO T.REST
TELECOMMANDE
SHOW VIEW Timer Recording ................... 42

Regular Timer Programming .................. 44
The recorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual are Check And Cancel Programmes .......... 46
of the HR-J449MS. Auto Timer ......................................... 46
Timer Warning .................................... 47
Auto VN/LD Timer .............................. 47
PDC Recording ................................... 47
EDITING 48
PAL SECAM
Edit To Or From Another Video
Recorder ............................................... 48
Edit From A Camcorder ......................... 50
INFORMATION ON COLOUR SYSTEM 51
INSTRUCTIONS INFORMATION ON AUDIO SYSTEM

(HR-J746MS Only) 51
TROUBLESHOOTING 52
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 54
SPECIFICATIONS 55
LPT0002-003A
2 SECURITE D'ABORD
Pour votre sécurité

La plaque d'identification et les précautions à observer pour votre sécurité se trouvent sur l'arrière de l'appareil.
ATTENTION: TENSION DANGEREUSE A L'INTERIEUR

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER
CET APPAREIL A LA PLUIE NI A L'HUMIDITE.
A PROPOS DU NETTOYAGE DES TÊTES

ATTENTION
L’accumulation de poussières et d’autres particules sur les têtes
n Si vous n'avez pas l'intention d'utiliser le magnétoscope
vidéo peut rendre l’image de lecture brouillée ou interrompue.
pendant une longue période, il est recommandé de
Contacter le revendeur JVC le plus proche si de tels problèmes
débrancher son cordon d'alimentation de la prise secteur.
se produisent.
n Tension dangereuse à l'intérieur. Pour les réparations
internes, s'adresser à un personnel qualifié. Pour éviter
l'électrocution ou les risques d'incendie, débrancher le
cordon d'alimentation de la prise secteur avant de raccorder
ou de débrancher tout câble de signal ou d'antenne.
IMPORTANT
n Bien lire les diverses précautions de cette page avant
d'installer ou de faire fonctionner le magnétoscope.
n Il peut être illégal de réenregistrer des cassettes
préenregistrées, des disques ou d'autres matériels protégés
par copyright sans le consentement du détenteur des
droits d'auteur du son ou de l'enregistrement vidéo.
La touche MARCHE ne coupe pas complètement

l'alimentation de l'appareil, mais commute le courant de
fonctionnement.
Les bandes vidéo enregistrées avec ce magnétoscope dans

le mode LD (longue durée) ne peuvent pas être lues sur un
magnétoscope à simple vitesse.
PAL SECAM
n Seules les cassettes portant la marque "VHS" peuvent être

utilisées avec ce magnétoscope.
n Le VHS HQ est compatible avec le matériel VHS existant.
n SHOW VIEW est une marque déposée par Gemstar Develop-
ment Corporation. Le système S HOWVIEW est fabriqué sous
licence de Gemstar Development Corporation.
n Certain audio features of this product manufactured under a
license from Desper Products, Inc. Spatializert is a trademark
owned by Desper Products, Inc.
3
Précautions à observer
Bien respecter ces consignes de sécurité. Ne pas le faire peut causer des dommages au magnétoscope, à la
télécommande ou à la cassette.
Utiliser l'appareil en position

horizontale et stable seulement
Eviter les champs magnétiques
Eviter les endroits très chauds et puissants
l'exposition au soleil
Attention à la condensation
Ne pas boucher les grilles d'aération sur L'humidité dans l'air se condensera sur
le magnétoscope le magnétoscope quand vous le
Eviter les endroits très froids transportez d'une pièce froide à une
pièce chaude, ou sous des conditions de
très forte humidité, comme des
gouttelettes d'eau qui se forment à la
surface d'un verre rempli avec un
liquide froid. La condensation de
l'humidité sur le tambour de têtes
causera des dommages à la bande. Dans
les cas où de la condensation se produit,
laisser l'alimentation pendant quelques
Ne pas poser d'objets lourds sur le heures pour que le magnétoscope sèche.
magnétoscope ou sur la télécommande
Eviter les endroits très humides
Ne pas poser d'objets susceptibles de se En cas de transport

Eviter les endroits très poussiéreux renverser sur le dessus du magnétoscope n Bien retirer la cassette du
ou de la télécommande magnétoscope avant de l'emballer
n Eviter des chocs violents au
magnétoscope en cours d'emballage et
de transport
Eviter les endroits soumis à des vibra-

tions
Ne pas placer le magnétoscope sur des
coussins, des oreillers ou sur une
carpette épaisse.
Remettre les cassettes dans leurs
boîtes et les ranger verticalement.
4 INDEX
FRONT VIEW
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
RETOUR AVANCE
MARCHE
SYSTEME q RECH. VAR.

AUTO CHAINE COULEUR 3R SPATIALIZER
+8 CHAINE/
4 IMAGE/IMAGE
0 REVIEW
AUTO VN/LD 6
M VN/ LD
10 VN LD EP
–20dB
VIDEO (MONO)G – AUDIO – D G NORM D VIDEO T.REST
9 0 ! @ # $ % ^ & * (
1 Timer Button (AUTO) engages timer standby 0 AUDIO Input Connector enables easy connec-
mode. Z pg. 43 tion of audio output from another recorder,
2 Operate Button ( ) turns recorder on/off camcorder or other source for editing. Z pg. 50
(loading a cassette also turns power on). Z pg. 14 * The HR-J449MS has only one audio input connector.
3 Channel +/– Buttons (CHAINE) select a channel. ! AUTO VN/LD Button engages Auto VN/LD
Z pg. 35 Timer for automatic switching from VN to LD
4 Colour System Button (SYSTEME COULEUR) mode during recording. Z pg. 47
selects the appropriate colour system for record- @ 3R Button enables/disables 3R Picture. Z pg. 31
ing/playback. Z pg. 51 # Display Panel provides clear view of various
5 Cassette Loading Slot is where cassette is in- displays and indicators. Z pg. 7
serted; with cassette inserted, the "cassette $ Infrared Beam Receiving Window is where
loaded" indicator lights up on front display panel. remote control should be aimed when in use.
6 Record Button starts regular recording (press % VN/LD Button selects tape speed. Z pg. 35
once) or Instant Timer Recording (press twice); ^ REVIEW Button "reviews" timer-recorded
also sets duration of ITR. Z pg. 35, 41 programme. Z pg. 32 (HR-J449MS)
7 TV Programme Dial (CHAINE) scans to desired SPATIALIZER Button enables/disables Spatializer.
preset during Stop mode. Z pg. 35 Z pg. 34 (HR-J746MS)
Jog Dial (IMAGE/IMAGE) plays back frame by & Pause Button stops tape temporarily during
frame during Still or Play mode. Z pg. 29 recording Z pg. 35; stops tape temporarily
8 Shuttle Ring (RECH. VAR.) rewinds or fast- during playback; plays back frame by frame
forwards tape during Stop mode; performs with each additional press. Z pg. 29
forward and reverse slow-motion and search * Stop/Eject Button stops tape; ejects tape during
during Still or Play mode. Z pg. 28 Stop mode. Z pg. 28
9 VIDEO Input Connector enables easy connec- ( Play Button plays back tape Z pg. 28; cancels
tion of video output from another recorder or Pause, Still, Slow, Search modes. Z pg. 29
camcorder for editing. Z pg. 50
5
REAR VIEW
HR-J749MS
1 5 2
ANTENNE
D G ENTREE
SORTIE AUDIO
AV1 ENTREE / SORTIE
TELEC.
AV2 ENTREE / DECODEUR
SORTIE
7 4 3 6
HR-J449MS
1 2
ANTENNE
ENTREE
AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE
TELEC. SORTIE
3 4 5 6
1 Mains Power Cord supplies power to recorder. 4 AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR Connector enables
Z pg. 10 connection of satellite receiver or second
2 Aerial Input Connector (ENTREE ANTENNE) recorder; input recordable when "AU-2" se-
enables connection of aerial. Z pg. 10 lected. Z pg. 25, 48
3 Remote Pause (TELEC.) Connector enables Also, you can view scrambled programmes with
connection to second recorder equipped with a decoder connected to this connector.
R.A. Edit connector, or to JVC camcorder 5 AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE Connector enables AV
equipped with Master Edit Control, for easy connection to TV. Z pg. 10
editing. Z pg. 50 6 RF Output Connector (SORTIE ANTENNE)
enables connection to aerial terminal of TV
receiver. Z pg. 10
6 INDEX (cont.)
DISPLAY PANEL [J746MS]
1 2 345 6 7
+8
4
0 REVIEW
6
M
10 VN LD EP
–20dB
G NORM D VIDEO T.REST
8 9 0 ! @ #
1 B.E.S.T. Picture System Display lights from 7 Instant REVIEW Indicator blinks after timer-
bottom to top while B.E.S.T. is active. Z pg. 36 recording and shows how many programmes
Audio Level Indicator displays audio input and have been timer-recorded. Z pg. 32
output levels. 8 Audio Mode Indicator displays audio output
2 Symbolic Mode Indicators mode currently selected.
STILL: 9 "Cassette Loaded" Mark lights once a cassette is
PLAY: SLOW: inserted; remains lit until cassette ejected or
FF/REW VARIABLE RECORD: power turned off.
SHUTTLE SEARCH: 0 VIDEO indicator lights when the video recorder
RECORD PAUSE:
is in the VIDEO mode.
3 "Timer" Indicator lights when TIMER has been ! Tape Speed Indicators display mode of record-
pressed to engage Timer mode. Z pg. 43 ing; light during Record or Play mode. Z pg. 35
4 PDC Indicator lights when PDC has been @ Tape Remaining Time Indicator displays time
engaged for timer recording. Z pg. 47 remaining on tape when certain buttons are
5 Counter Memory Indicator lights when the pressed. Z pg. 39
video recorder is in the Counter Memory mode. # Counter shows time elapsed since playback or
Z pg. 33 recording began.
6 Channel Display shows preset position where T. REST displays time remaining from current
the station currently being received is stored. tape position to end of tape.
Mode shows external input mode selected. * Counter, Remain and Clock Display appear
Clock Display shows current time. Z pg. 14 alternately when AFFICHAGE is pressed.
7
DISPLAY PANEL [J449MS]
1 2 3 45 6 7
M REVIEW
VNLDEP
VIDEO T.REST
8 9 0 ! @
1 B.E.S.T. Picture System Display lights from 7 Instant REVIEW Indicator blinks after timer-
bottom to top while B.E.S.T. is active. Z pg. 36 recording and shows how many programmes
2 Symbolic Mode Indicators have been timer-recorded. Z pg. 32
STILL: 8 "Cassette Loaded" Mark lights once a cassette is
PLAY: SLOW: inserted; remains lit until cassette ejected or
FF/REW VARIABLE RECORD: power turned off.
SHUTTLE SEARCH: 9 VIDEO indicator lights when the video recorder
RECORD PAUSE:
is in the VIDEO mode.
3 "Timer" Indicator lights when TIMER has been 0 Tape Speed Indicators display mode of record-
pressed to engage Timer mode. Z pg. 43 ing; light during Record or Play mode. Z pg. 35
4 PDC Indicator lights when PDC has been ! Tape Remaining Time Indicator displays time
engaged for timer recording. Z pg. 47 remaining on tape when certain buttons are
5 Counter Memory Indicator lights when the pressed. Z pg. 39
video recorder is in the Counter Memory mode. @ Counter shows time elapsed since playback or
Z pg. 33 recording began.
6 Channel Display shows preset position where T. REST displays time remaining from current
the station currently being received is stored. tape position to end of tape.
Mode shows external input mode selected. * Counter, Remain and Clock Display appear
Clock Display shows current time. Z pg. 14 alternately when AFFICHAGE is pressed.
8 INDEX (cont.)
1 REVIEW Button "reviews" timer-recorded
REMOTE CONTROL programme. Z pg. 32
2 A/B Code Switch enables setting of recorder to
respond to A- or B-code command signals.
1 A B M COMPTEUR AFFICHAGE
& Z pg. 33
2 * 3 Counter Memory (M. COMPTEUR) Button
3
2
( engages Counter Memory mode. Z pg. 33

1 2 3
4 NUMBER Keys are used in channel selection
4 4
+DUREE
5 6 ) Z pg. 35, SHOWVIEW timer programming

PDC QTDN. HEBDO
q Z pg. 42.
5 7 8 9
0000 AUX
w 5 (PDC) Button enables/disables PDC record-
6 ANNUL. 0 AUTO 4
ing. Z pg. 47
e 6 Cancel Button (ANNUL.) erases previously
7
r
DEBUT FIN DATE CHAINE
entered data in on-screen selection menus.
8 PROGRAMMATION EXPRESS
Z pg. 25
9
CONTROLE AUDIO TV/VIDEO TV
SAT.
MAG. t Counter Reset Button (0000) resets counter to
0 y 0:00:00. Z pg. 39
u 7 Start +/– Button (DEBUT) accesses Regular
!
@ REC
H. SEQ
. CONTRO
LE PR
OG. i Program screen; inputs programme Start Time.
o Z pg. 44
# 1P
ROG
./MEN
U
OL.TV
3 OK
8 Stop +/– Button (FIN) inputs programme Stop
p
V
$ Time. Z pg. 44
MULTI-
FONCTIONS
Q 9 VN/LD Button selects tape speed. Z pg. 35
% W Digit Entry Button is used in controlling con-
^ nected TV. Z pg. 26
0 Audio Monitor Button (CONTROLE AUDIO)
TELECOMMANDE
E changes output sound mode. Z pg. 34
TV Mute Button mutes sound of connected TV.
Z pg. 26
! Rewind Button rewinds the tape Z pg. 28;
initiates high-speed reverse search. Z pg. 30
@ Play Button — same as button on recorder.
Z pg. 28
# Record Button — same as button on recorder.
Z pg. 35
$ Scene Finder Button (RECH. SEQ.) initiates cycle
of 5-second forward (or reverse) search and 10-
minute fast-forward (or reverse) on counter.
Z pg. 33
% PROG./MENU Button accesses Program screen
(press once) or Main Menu screen (press twice).
Z pg. 42, 16
^ MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi Button is used for
% %
selection in on-screen menus. Z pg. 16

%
MULTI-FONCTIONS Button sets TV

%
channels Z pg. 26; initiates functions such as

Index Search Z pg. 32, variable-speed search,
frame by frame playback. Z pg. 29
& Operate Button ( ) — same as button on
recorder. Z pg. 14
* Display Button (AFFICHAGE) switches display
between clock time, counter readings, tape
remaining time. Z pg. 39
9
( Add Time Button (+DUREE) adds time to end of Installing Batteries
recording (5 minutes each time button is 1 Open the battery compartment cover.
pressed.) Z pg. 43 2 Insert 2 "R6"-size batteries (provided) in the correct
directions.
) Daily Button (QTDN) enables timer recording 3 Replace the cover.
of daily serials. Z pg. 43
q Weekly Button (HEBDO) enables timer record-
ing of weekly serials. Z pg. 43
w AUX Button selects recorder's auxiliary input
mode. Z pg. 48
e Timer Button (AUTO) — same as button on
recorder. Z pg. 43
r Channel +/– Button (CHAINE) — same as
button on recorder. Z pg. 35
t DATE +/– Button inputs date of program for
timer recording. Z pg. 44
y TV/SAT./MAG. Switch enables remote control
of VCR or connected TV or satellite receiver.
Z pg. 26, 27 How To Use
u TV/VIDEO Button switches control between TV The remote control can operate most of your video recorder's
and VCR. Z pg. 26 functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets and satellite
receivers of JVC and other brands. Z pg. 26, 27.
i Fast Forward Button fast-forwards tape Z pg. 28; ● Point the remote control toward the sensor window.
initiates high-speed forward search. Z pg. 30 ● The maximum operating distance of the remote control
o Pause Button — same as button on recorder. is about 8 m.
Z pg. 29
NOTE:
p Stop Button — same as button on recorder. If for some reason the remote control doesn't work properly,
Z pg. 28 remove its batteries, wait a short time and then try again.
Q Programme Check Button (CONTROLE PROG)
accesses Program screens (next program's
information screen appears each time button is
pressed). Z pg. 47
W OK Button enters selections made in on-screen
menus. Z pg. 16
E VOL. TV %fi Button controls volume of con-
nected TV. Z pg. 26
10 INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER
Basic Connections
RF Cable (provided)
Antenna adapter (provided)
21
(no
Back of TV
Aerial terminal
21-pin SCART connector
It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected.

Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED Mains Power
BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED. Cord
CHECK CONTENTS
1
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories
listed in “Specifications” (Z pg. 55).
SITUATE RECORDER
2
D
Place the recorder on a stable, horizontal surface.
SOR
CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV
3
a– Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
b– Connect the TV aerial cable to the ENTREE
ANTENNE jack on the rear panel of the recorder.
c– Connect the provided RF cable between the SORTIE
ANTENNE jack on the rear panel of the recorder and Mains outlet
the TV’s aerial terminal with the provided antenna
adapter directly connected to the TV as illustrated.
d– Connect the provided SCART cable between the
AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE socket on the rear panel of the
recorder and the TV’s 21-pin SCART connector.
21-pin SCART Cable (provided)
Before operating the recorder, make sure the TV
is set to the VIDEO (or AV) mode.
CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS
4
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains
outlet.
11
-pin SCART Cable

ot provided)
TV Aerial Cable
Decoder
ANTENNE
G ENTREE
RTIE AUDIO
AV1 ENTREE / SORTIE
TELEC.
SORTIE
Back of Recorder
AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE
DECODER-RECORDER CONNECTION (Canal Plus)

● If you have subscribed to the scrambled programmes ● The "messagerie" function of Canal Plus' new decoder is
(Canal Plus), simply connect your decoder to the AV2 available with this recorder unless the recorder is in the TV
ENTREE/DECODEUR connector on your recorder and set mode and set to Canal Plus.
SELECTION AV2 to DECODEUR (Z pg.49). Then, be sure
to store Canal Plus as described in "When Receiving A
Scrambled Broadcast" on page 18. Now you can enjoy the
scrambled programmes as well as regular programmes.
12 INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER (cont'd)
These instructions enable you to connect your video recorder to
your Hi-Fi stereo system (if you have one) and listen to the
Connection To soundtrack through the stereo.
A Stereo
System
(HR-J746MS
Only) Audio Cable (not provided)
Mains outlet
ANTENNE
D G ENTREE
SORTIE AUDIO
AV1 ENTREE / SORTIE
TELEC.
SORTIE
Back of Recorder
AUDIO OUT
NOTES:
MAKE CONNECTIONS ● When connecting your recorder's audio output connectors to
1
Connect the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on your a stereo amplifier, make sure you connect L and R correctly.
video recorder to the AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR ● If NICAM or A2 TV broadcasts are receivable in your area,
terminals on your stereo system's receiver or amplifier. 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.
13
FM Tuner
CD Player
Stereo Amplifier
I I I I I I I I
I I I
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I
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I I I I I I I I
I I I I I I I I
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AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR
Speaker Television Speaker
CAUTIONS:
● This recorder has a dynamic range of more than 80 dB with
regards to its Hi-Fi audio capability. It is recommended that
you check the maximum level if you are going to listen to the
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
type, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV set as this
can adversely affect the video playback picture.
14 INITIAL SETTINGS
The Auto Set Up function sets the clock, tuner channels and
Guide Channels automatically when the button on the
Auto Set Up recorder/remote is first pressed to power on the recorder after

you plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet.
Auto channel Set/Auto Clock Before starting the following procedure, make sure that the TV
aerial cable is connected to the recorder and that the recorder's
Set/Auto Guide Channel Set mains power cord is connected to a mains outlet (Z pg.10).
PERFORM AUTO SET UP

1
Press on the recorder or remote control.
"Auto" appears on the display panel and blinks; do
NOT press any button on the recorder or remote
q
control until the display panel shows the current
time or "CH1" or "--:--".
● Auto channel set function takes place first; it assigns

CHAINE +/–
automatically all receivable stations in your area so

that you can call them up with the CHAINE buttons
without going through any vacant channel.
● Auto clock set function sets the clock automatically
by reading the clock setting data from a station
transmitting a PDC signal while auto channel set is
being performed.
● During auto channel set, the recorder recognizes each
station name of the detected stations which transmit a
PDC signal by reading the NI (= Network Identifica-
2 tion) code, stores them in the recorder's memory, and
1 2 3 then automatically sets SHOWVIEW assigned Guide
Channel for those stations according to the broadcast
4 5 6 area. Depending on the reception conditions, the
station names may not be stored correctly, and auto
7 8 9 Guide Channel set may not work properly; check if the
Guide Channels have been set correctly (Z pg.24,
0 4
"SHOWVIEW Setup").
CHAINE +/–
NOTES:
● If the TV power is on and its AV mode is selected during Auto
Set Up, the REG.AUTO.DES CANAUX screen will appear.
● If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while
Auto Set Up is in progress, Auto Set Up will be interrupted; be
sure to turn off the recorder power once and press to turn
the power back on to re-start Auto Set Up.
● If the memory backup fails because there has been a power cut
3
or the mains power has been removed from the recorder, since
1 all the assigned tuner channels and their Guide Channels
remain in the recorder's memory, the recorder will not perform
Auto Set Up even if you press to turn the recorder power
back on. Simply perform clock set procedure (Z pg. 22).
● When Auto Set Up has been completed successfully the

correct current time will be displayed.
● When auto channel set has been completed successfully

but auto clock set has not, "CH" will be displayed.
● When neither auto channel set nor auto clock set has been
completed successfully, "--:--" will be displayed.
* See "SHOWVIEW Setup" on page 24 to check if the Guide Channels have been set correctly.
15
If Auto Set Up has been performed successfully:
1 Turn on the TV and select its AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the recorder's memory
by using the CHAINE button(s).
● If station names (ID — Z pg. 21) 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 channel is changed.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change preset positions, or to set or change station
names, see pages 18 – 21.
2 Perform "SHOWVIEW Setup" on page 24 to check if the Guide Channels have been set correctly.
If auto channel set has succeeded but auto clock set has not:
1 Turn on the TV and select its AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the recorder's memory
by using the CHAINE button(s).
● If station names (ID — Z pg. 21) 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 channel is changed.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change preset positions, or to set or change station
names, see pages 18 – 21.
2 Perform "Clock Set" on page 22, then "SHOWVIEW Setup" on page 24 to check if the Guide Channels have been set correctly.
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 recorder will try Auto Set Up again.
16 INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
Your recorder needs to memorise all necessary stations in preset
Tuner Set
positions in order to record TV programmes. Auto Channel Set
automatically assigns all receivable stations in your area so that
you can call them up with the CHAINE buttons without going
through any vacant channels.
Perform the following steps only if auto channel set has not
Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.
been set correctly by Auto Set Up function or if you have
moved to a different area.
TURN ON THE RECORDER

1
Press .
ACCESS MENU PRINCIPAL

SCREEN
2
1 2 3
2
4 5 6 Press MENU twice.
7 8 9
0 4
PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL
CHAINE
SET
3
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "REGL.AUTO.DEX
CANAUX" by pressing MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi, then
press OK.
● The Regl. auto des canaux screen appears, and

remains on screen while the recorder searches for
receivable stations. Wait until the screen as shown in
step 4 appears.
3 OK
MENU 1 MENU PRINCIPAL
AUTRES REGLAGES
REGL. AUTO. DES CANAUX REGL. AUTO DES CANAUX
REGL. MANUEL CANAUX
REGL. DES NUMEROS GUIDE VEUILLEZ ATTENDRE S. V. P.
REGLAGE DE L'HORLOGE
fi
fi
%
Sfi
[5∞] =
ON
[MENU] : SORTIE
TI
[MENU] : SORTIE
NC
-FO
VIEW CONFIRMATION
TI
UL
M
SCREEN
4
The stations your recorder PR CH ID PR CH ID
located appear on a 01 F25 TF1 08 F33 ––––
02 F22 FR2 09 ––––
Confirmation screen — 03 F28 FR3 10 ––––
preset positions (PR), 04 –––– 11 ––––
channels (CH)* and station 05 F06 –––– 12 ––––
06 F30 –––– 13 ––––
names (ID – Z pg. 21). To 07 –––– 14 ––––
[5∞ ]
5 5
view the next page of the = : MONTAGE

listing, press MULTI- = [ANNUL.] : ANNULER
FONCTIONS %fi [MENU] : SORTIE
% %
. The
blueback screen and the
program currently being broadcast by the highlighted
station appear alternately for 5 seconds each.
* F: SECAM L VHF/UHF reception
A: SECAM L cable network
C: PAL or SECAM B/G cable network
No indication: PAL or SECAM B/G VHF/UHF reception
● The clock and the Guide Channels will also be set
automatically during Auto channel Set.
17
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
5
Press MENU.
● Using the Confirmation screen, you can skip or add

preset positions, enter station names and perform
q
other operations. Refer to page 18 for the procedures.
● Depending on reception conditions, the stations may
not be stored in order, and the station names may not
be stored correctly.
● If you have a decoder, refer to "When Receiving A
Scrambled Broadcast" on page 18 for information on
scrambled broadcasts.
NOTES:
● Fine tuning is performed automatically during Auto Channel
Set. If you want to perform it manually, refer to page 20.
● To set the tuner manually, refer to “Storing Channels Manually”
2
(Z pg. 18).
● If you live in an area where PAL broadcasts are mainly
1 2 3
available, press the recorder's 6 for more than 2 seconds
4 5 6 instead of OK in step 3 to store PAL broadcast stations prior to
SECAM broadcast stations.
7 8 9
0 4
3
1
MENU
Storing Channels Manually
Using The Store channels that were not stored during Auto Channel Set.

Confirmation SCREEN
1
Press MENU twice.
Screen
ACCESS CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
2
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "REGL.MANUEL
CANAUX" by pressing MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi , then
press OK. The Confirmation screen appears.
2 SELECT POSITION
3
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi until an open position
% %
1 2 3
in which you want to store a channel begins blinking,
4 5 6 then press OK. The Manual Ch. Set screen appears.
7 8 9
INPUT CHANNEL
R
BE
4
4
The number "02" appears blinking to the right of "CH".
M
U
Press the NUMBER keys to input the channel number

N
you want to store.

● For fine tuning adjustment, press MULTI-FONCTIONS
until the item under "CH" begins blinking, then press
%
MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi. While tuning, “F+” or “F–”

appears.
● If necessary, to change the band*, press MULTI-
FONCTIONS until CF begins blinking, then press
fi
MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to select the band.

3 OK * The band indication changes as follows: CF (SECAM
L normal channel) → CA (SECAM L cable network)
1
MENU
→ CH (PAL or SECAM B/G normal channel) → CC
(PAL or SECAM B/G cable network).
● When storing a channel that sends scrambled
broadcasts, press MULTI-FONCTIONS until
%
NS
"DECODEUR" blinks, then press MULTI-FONCTIONS

IO
CT
%fi to set "DECODEUR" to "M." ("A." is the default

ON
setting).
I-F
T
UL
M
ENTER NEW CHANNEL

INFORMATION
5
Press OK, and the Confirmation screen appears.
● Repeat steps 3 through 5 as necessary.
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
When Receiving A Scrambled Broadcast
Make sure that "SELECTION AV2" is set to "DECODEUR"
SCREEN
6
Press MENU.
(Z pg. 49).
1– Perform steps 1 and 2 in the right column. ● To input the station name, see page 20.
2– Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to select the ● To change positions, see "Change Station Channel
%
fi
position of the channel broadcasting the scrambled Position" (Z pg. 19).

programmes, then press OK three times.
3– Press MULTI-FONCTIONS until "DECODEUR"
%
begins blinking, and set it to "M." by pressing MULTI-

FONCTIONS %fi .
4– Press OK to access the Confirmation screen.
● Repeat steps 2 – 4 for each additional channel.
5– Press MENU.
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Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on
page 18 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing.
Delete A Channel
2 SELECT ITEM
1
1 2 3 Press MULTI-FONCTIONS % fi until the item you
% %
4 5 6 want to delete begins blinking.
7 8 9
ANNUL. 0 4
DELETE CHANNEL
2
Press ANNUL.
● The item directly beneath the cancelled one moves

up one line.
● Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary.
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
3
Press MENU.
3 OK
1
MENU
S
Change Station Preset

ON
TI
NC
Position
-FO
TI
UL
M
SELECT ITEM
1
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS % fi until the item you
% %
want to move begins blinking. Then press OK and the
station name (ID) and its preset (CH) number begin
blinking.
SELECT NEW POSITION

2
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS % fi
%
to move the station

%
to the new preset position, then press OK.

Example: If you moved the station in position 3 to
position 7, the stations originally in positions
4–7 each move up one space.
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
3
Press MENU.
Perform steps 1 and 2 of "Storing Channels Manually" on Set Stations (A)
page 18 to access the Confirmation screen before continuing.
SELECT ITEM
1
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi
%
%
until the item you
Fine-Tuning Channels want begins blinking. Then press OK twice and the
station’s name (ID) begins blinking.
Already Stored
SELECT NEW STATION
SELECT CHANNEL TO
2
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi until the new station’s
FINE-TUNE name (ID) you want to store begins blinking.
Registered station names (Z pg. 21) appear as you
1
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi until the channel press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi .
% %
you want to tune begins blinking.
SWITCH STATIONS
ACCESS MANUAL CH. SET
3
Press OK.
SCREEN ● Repeat steps 1 through 3 as necessary.
2
Press OK three times. The Manual Ch. Set screen
appears.
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
PERFORM TUNING
4
Press MENU.
3
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi until the picture is its
clearest. Then press OK.
● The Confirmation screen appears.

CLOSE CONFIRMATION Set Stations (B)

SCREEN NOTE:
4
Press MENU. First perform step 1 of the above procedure.
SELECT STATION NAME

CHARACTER
2
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS and the first letter of the
%
station name begins blinking.
ENTER NEW CHARACTER

3
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to cycle through the
*
characters (A–Z, 0–9, –, , +, (space) ) and stop
[
when the desired one is indicated, then press MULTI-

FONCTIONS to enter. Enter the remaining characters
%
the same way (maximum of 4).

After entering all characters, press OK.

● If you make a mistake, press MULTI-FONCTIONS
%
until the incorrect character begins blinking. Then

enter the correct character by pressing MULTI-
FONCTIONS %fi.
CLOSE CONFIRMATION
SCREEN
4
Press MENU.
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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
CH4 CHANNEL4 RTL4 RTL4
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 SW3 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 BRTN TV2
JSTV JSTV TV3 TV3
KA2 KA2 TVE1 TVE1
KAB1 KABEL1 TVE2 TVE2
KAN2 KANAL2 TVG TV GALICIA
LOCA LOCAL TVI TV INDEPENDENT
M6 M6 TVN TV NORGE
MBC MBR VCR VIDEO
MCM MCM VERO VERONICA
MDR MDR VH-1 VH-1
MOVE MOVIE VIVA VIVA
MTV MTV VIV2 VIVA2
MTV3 MTV3 VMTV VIDEO MUSIC
N3 NORD3 VOX VOX
N-TV N-TV VT4 VT4
NBC NBC SUPER VTM VTM
NDR NDR WDR1 West1
NED1 NED1 WDR3 West3
NED2 NED2 YLE1 YLE1
NED3 NED3 YLE2 YLE2
NEWS ZDF ZDF
NRK NRK ZTV ZTV
ODE ODEON
ORF1 ORF1 * The ID designator is what is shown on-screen to in lieu of the
station name.
If you performed Auto Set Up (Z pg. 14) or Auto Channel Set
(Z pg. 16) without ever having set the clock previously, the
Clock Set recorder’s built-in clock is also set automatically. The Auto and
Manual clock setting procedures are necessary when . . .
– a power outage of more than 60 minutes occurs.
– the tuner has been set manually.
Turn on the TV and select AV mode. – the user desires to set the clock slightly ahead of the actual time.
– the clock was not set even after Auto Set Up or Auto
Channel Set was performed.
Whether you perform Auto or Manual clock setting, you can
use the convenient Just Clock function.
Just Clock
The Just Clock function provides accurate time keeping through
automatic adjustments at regular intervals, by reading data from
a PDC signal.
The Just Clock option appears in the Clock Set and Auto Clock
2
Set screens, and can be set “M.” or “A.” (the default setting is
1 2 3 “M.”). Press OK until the Just Clock setting begins blinking, then
4 5 6
press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to change the setting.
IMPORTANT: If you turn off Just Clock off, the accuracy of your
7 8 9 recorder’s built-in clock may be reduced, which could
adversely effect timer recording.
0 4
Both Auto and Manual clock setting procedures begin from step 4.
Preparation
TURN THE RECORDER ON
1
Press .
1
3
OK
MENU
MULTI-FONCTIONS SCREEN
2
Press MENU twice.
ACCESS REGLAGE DE
L'HORLOGE SCREEN
3
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "REGLAGE DE
L'HORLOGE" by pressing MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi,
then press OK. The Clock Set screen appears.
MENU PRINCIPAL REGLAGE DE L'HORLOGE
AUTRES REGLAGES HEURE DATE ANNEE
REGL. AUTO. DES CANAUX 0: 00 01 . 01 00
REGL. MANUEL CANAUX
REGL. DES NUMEROS GUIDE
REGLAGE DE L'HORLOGE HORL. AUTO: M.
CHAINE 1
5
[ ]: HEURE AUTO
[5∞] = [5∞] =
[MENU] : SORTIE [MENU] : SORTIE
23
Auto Clock Set
SET CLOCK
AUTOMATICALLY
4
At the Clock Set screen,
2
press MULTI-FONCTIONS
HEURE AUTO
%
. The Auto Clock Set
1 2 3
screen appears and clock VEUILLEZ ATTEDRE S.V.P.
4 5 6 setting begins. HORL. AUTO:M.
● If "CHAINE" isn't set to CHAINE 1
7 8 9
the preset position on
0 4
which Auto Clock Set
data is received,
"ERREUR" appears, and then the screen from step 3
reappears. To set "CHAINE", press OK to place the
cursor next to it, then cycle through the numbers by
pressing MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi until the number
representing the position in which the station
transmitting clock setting data (TF1, FR2, etc.) is
stored appears.
RETURN TO NORMAL
MENU 1
3 OK SCREEN
5
Once clock setting is completed, press MENU to return
to the normal screen.
MULTI-FONCTIONS
Manual Clock Set

SET DATE AND TIME
4
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to set the hour, then
press OK. The “minutes” display begins blinking.
Repeat the procedure to set the minutes, day, month
and year.
NOTES: SET JUST CLOCK

5
The default setting is “M.”. Set as desired by pressing
● Just Clock (when set to "M.") enables adjustment of the MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi, then press OK.
recorder's built-in clock every hour on the hour, except for 11
o'clock in the evening and midnight. ● If you set to “A.”, you can disregard the next step as
● Just Clock is not effective when . . . you won’t be able to receive regular clock adjust-
– the recorder’s power is on (unless the recorder is tuned to ments.
the same preset selected in the Clock Set screen).
– the recorder is in the Timer mode.
– a difference of more than 3 minutes exists between the SET CLOCK DATA SOURCE
built-in clock’s time and the actual time.
● The recorder’s clock is automatically adjusted at the start/end PRESET
6
of Summer Time. The recorder is preset to receive clock setting and
● Auto clock setting and Just Clock may not function properly adjustment data from preset position 1. Press MULTI-
depending on the reception condition. FONCTIONS %fi to set the preset position to the
● During Manual clock setting, if the day and month data are number representing the station transmitting clock
invalid (such as 31st April), the month digits are cleared setting data (TF1, FR2, etc.), then press OK.
automatically and the day digits begin blinking. Input the
correct data.
● If, in step 4 of the Manual clock setting procedure, the year
START CLOCK OPERATION
7
digits are automatically cleared and the day digits begin Press MENU.
blinking, it is possible that you have input 29th February for a
non-leap year. Input the correct data.
With SHOW VIEW , timer programming is greatly simplified
because each TV programme has a corresponding code number
SHOWVIEW which your recorder is able to recognise.
NOTE:
Setup “Guide Channel” (GUIDE CH) refers to the assigned TV station
numbers, according to broadcast area, for SHOWVIEW timer
recording.
Turn on the TV and select the AV mode. IMPORTANT

Perform the following procedure after Auto Set Up on page 14
and/or the channel setting steps on pages 16 and 18 – 20, and
after the Clock Set procedure on page 22.
After setting the Guide Channels, the station names and preset
positions may be incorrect if you stored or skipped channels. In
this case, re-perform Guide Channel setting.
Perform the following steps to check if the Guide Channels have

been correctly set during Auto Set Up, and make corrections if
N
U
necessary.
M
2
BE
R
1 2 3
4 5 6 Guide Channel Set

7 8 9 MAKE LIST OF STORED
ANNUL. 0 4
STATION NAMES AND
PRESET POSITIONS
1
(Ex.) Preset position Station name
1 TF1
2 FR2
3 FR3
4 Canal+
3 OK
MENU 1
MULTI-FONCTIONS

SCREEN
2
Press MENU twice.
ACCESS REGL.DES
NUMEROS GUIDE SCREEN
3
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS % fi to move the highlight
bar (pointer) to "REGL.DES NUMEROS GUIDE", then
press OK.
The Reglage des numéros guide screen appears.
MENU PRINCIPAL
AUTRES REGLAGES
REGL. AUTO. DES CANAUX
REGL. MANUEL CANAUX NUMERO GUIDE CHAINE
REGL. DES NUMEROS GUIDE REGL. DES NUMEROS
REGLAGE DE L'HORLOGE GUIDE 1 1
: SHOWVIEW/[5 ∞] : ?
[5∞] = [ ] : REGLAGE MANUEL
5
[MENU] : SORTIE [MENU] : SORTIE

25
ENTER SHOWVIEW NUMBER When Using A Satellite
Receiver
4
Press OK, and a cursor
appears above “NUMERO Satellite Antenna Aerial or Cable (*)
GUIDE”. Then, using the 123455
NUMBER keys, input the NUMERO GUIDE CHAINE
SHOW VIEW number (found GUIDE REGL. 1
DES NUMEROS
1
in most TV listings) of a
program scheduled to be Satellite
broadcast on each station [0–9] = Receiver
on the list from step 1, [MENU] : SORTIE
starting at the top. If you When entering a SHOWV IEW
enter the wrong number, number for FR2
press ANNUL. to backspace AV2 IN/DECODER
and input the correct number.
CONFIRM PRESET POSITION

NUMBER
5
4
Press OK and the display
under “CHAINE” begins
blinking.
If the blinking number NUMERO GUIDE CHAINE
under “CHAINE” agrees 2 2 TV Receiver
with the preset position . . .
. . . press OK.
If the numbers do not [5∞] =
[MENU] : SORTIE
agree . . .
. . . input the correct preset position using MULTI-
FONCTIONS % fi or the NUMBER keys, then press OK.
● If you input the SHOWVIEW number of a program that

has already aired, “ERREUR” appears on screen for a
few seconds. Input the correct SHOW VIEW number.
Preparation
CLOSE MENU 1– Connect the satellite receiver to the AV2 ENTREE/
DECODEUR connector on the rear of your recorder.
6
Press MENU and selection is complete. 2– Set "SELECTION AV2" to "AUX" (Z pg. 49).
To Record Satellite Broadcasts . . .
1– Select the appropriate channel on the satellite receiver.
2– Press NUMBER key "0" and/or CHAINE +/– to set your
recorder's input mode to "AUX2".
If you already know the Guide Channel for a station . . . 3– Start recording ( Z pg. 35, steps 3 – 6).
%
1– After step 3, press MULTI-FONCTIONS .

● The NUMERO GUIDE number begins blinking. To Record Satellite Broadcasts Using SHOWVIEW Timer
2– Enter the Guide Channel using the NUMBER keys or MULTI- Recording . . .
FONCTIONS %fi, then press MULTI-FONCTIONS . 1– Perform Guide Channel setting.
%
● The CHAINE number begins blinking. ● In step 5 in the left column, press NUMBER key "0" and/or
3– Enter the preset position using the NUMBER keys or MULTI- CHAINE +/– to set "CHAINE" to "AUX2".
FONCTIONS %fi, then press MULTI-FONCTIONS . 2– Perform SHOWVIEW Timer Recording (Z pg. 42).
%
● Repeat 2 and 3 as necessary.

4– Press PROG./MENU. To Record Satellite Broadcasts Using Regular Timer Recording . . .
1– In step 6 on page 45, press CHAINE +/– to set the channel
position to "AUX2".
NOTES:
● When timer-recording a satellite programme, first set the
satellite receiver to the appropriate channel before the
selected programme begins and then set the satellite
receiver's timer. If your satellite receiver does not have a
timer, leave it switched on.
● (*) In some areas, cable network is provided through a cable
box connected to the recorder via the 21-pin connector. In
this case, perform the same procedure as for a satellite
receiver.
26 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
TV Multi- controlled by setting the appropriate switch on the remote control.

Before you start . . .
● Turn on the TV using its remote control.
Brand Remote ● Set the remote control’s TV/SAT./MAG. switch to TV.
SET TV BRAND CODE

Control 1
Refer to the chart below. While holding down , enter
your TV’s brand code using the NUMBER keys, then
press 5.
● JVC has four codes. If the TV does not function with

one code, try entering another.
● You don’t have to repeat this step until you replace
your remote control’s batteries.
N
TRY OPERATING TV
U
M
2
BE
AF
R
2
1 2 3 Press on the remote to turn the TV off. If it goes off,
FI
CH
4 5 6 try other operations.

AG
E
7 8 9 ● The button, TV/VIDEO button, CHAINE +/–

button, VOL. TV % fi button and (Mute) button
0 4 on the remote can all be used to operate the TV.
● To return the remote to video recorder control, set its
CHAINE TV/SAT./MAG. switch to VCR.
TV/SAT./MAG.
IMPORTANT
Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with
TV
JVC televisions, as well as many other models, it may not work

/V
ID
with your TV, or in some instances, may have limited function

EO
capability.
1
3
OK TV BRAND NAME CODE
VOL. TV %fi JVC 01
MULTI-FONCTIONS JVC 02, 03, 04
BRANDT 05
NORDMENDE 05
SABA 05
Control Your TV Using TELEAVIA

TELEFUNKEN
05
05
Additional Buttons THOMSON 05
FERGUSON 06
The NUMBER keys on the remote can also be used to select PHILIPS 07
the TV’s preset by setting the remote control to the TV mode. BLAUPUNKT 08
1 Set the TV/SAT./MAG. switch to TV. GRUNDIG 08
2 Use the NUMBER keys, and the (Digit Entry) SONY 09
button, the MULTI-FONCTIONS button, the AFFICHAGE PANASONIC 10
button or the OK button to select the TV’s channel. GRAETZ 11
● With televisions under Code 01, 02, 03, 04, 06, 07, 09, ITT 11
10, 13, 14 or 22, the button corresponds to the 1- LUXOR 11
digit/2-digit entry switching button (often labelled – /– –) SALORA 11
of your TV’s remote control. SELECO 11
● With televisions under Code 01, 11 or 12, the MULTI-
MIVAR 12
FONCTIONS button corresponds to the 10 + button,
fi
and the MULTI-FONCTIONS button corresponds to the HITACHI 13

%
20 + button of your TV’s remote control. TOSHIBA 14

● With televisions using Code 12, the AFFICHAGE button MITSUBISHI 15
corresponds to the 30 + button. FINLUX 16
● With televisions using Code 09, the OK button corre- NOKIA 17
sponds to the ENTER button of your TV’s remote control. SHARP 18
FUNAI 20
NOTES: NEC 22
The way these buttons are used is determined by your TV.
Use these buttons as instructed for your TV’s remote control.
27
Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your
satellite receiver set. In addition to JVC satellite receivers, other
Satellite Re- manufacturer’s satellite receivers can also be controlled by setting

the appropriate switch on the remote control.
Before you start . . .
ceiver Multi- ● Turn on the satellite receiver using its remote control.
● Set the remote control’s TV/SAT./MAG. switch to SAT.
Brand Remote SET SATELLITE RECEIVER

BRAND CODE
Control 1
Refer to the chart below. While holding down , enter
your satellite receiver’s brand code using the NUMBER
keys, then press 5.
● Some satellite receiver brands have more than one

code. If the satellite receiver does not function with
one code, try entering another.
● You don’t have to repeat this step until you replace
your remote control’s batteries.
TRY OPERATING SATELLITE

N
U
M
RECEIVER
2
BE
R
1 2 3
2
4 5 6 Press on the remote to turn the satellite receiver off.
If it goes off, try other operations.
7 8 9
● The button, CHAINE +/– button, NUMBER buttons
0 4 on the remote can all be used to operate the Satellite
receiver.
CHAINE ● The NUMBER buttons will not work with satellite
receivers using code 13.
TV/SAT./MAG. ● With satellite receivers using Code 16, the
button corresponds to the ENTER button of your
satellite receiver’s remote control.
● To return the remote to video recorder control, set its
TV/SAT./MAG. switch to VCR.
IMPORTANT
3
OK Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with
1
JVC satellite receivers, as well as many other models, it may not
work with your satellite receiver, or in some instances, may
MULTI-FONCTIONS have limited function capability.
SATELLITE RECEIVER BRAND CODE

JVC 13, 14
AMSTRAD 01, 02, 03, 04
SIEMENS 05
GRUNDIG 05, 06
KATHREIN 05, 11, 12
PACE 06, 08
PHILIPS 07
ITT/NOKIA 09
SKYMASTER 10
RFT 10
MASPRO 11
BT 13
PANASONIC 15
JERROLD 16
28 PLAYBACK
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
point toward the recorder. Don’t apply too much
Turn on the TV and select the AV mode. pressure when inserting.
● The recorder power comes on automatically and the
counter is reset to 0:00:00.
● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback
RECH. VAR.
begins automatically.
FIND PROGRAMME START

POINT
2
If the tape is advanced past the start point, press 2
q or turn the RECH. VAR. ring to the left.
To go forward, press 2 or turn the RECH. VAR. ring
to the right.
START PLAYBACK
3
Press 4($). “BEST” appears blinking in the recorder's
display panel for 5 seconds (Z pg. 36).
STOP PLAYBACK
4
Press 5 on the remote or 5/8 on the recorder’s front
panel. Then press 5/8 to remove the cassette.
2
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9 Usable cassettes
0 4
● Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on

3 this video recorder. Simply place the recorded cassette
1
into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like
any full-sized VHS cassette.
● This video recorder can record on regular VHS and
Super VHS cassettes. However, it will record and play
back regular VHS signals only. It is not possible to play
back a recorded Super VHS tape.
29
Take advantage of special functions possible with the recorder’s
controls or the remote control.
Playback NOTE:
Refer to the RECH. VAR. ring illustration below as you read the
Features following procedures.

Still
RECH. VAR.
Slow
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Re low motio
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AG
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CHAINE
Still Picture/Frame-By-
Frame Playback
PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK
1
7 8 9 Press 6. If there is vertical jitter, use the CHAINE
buttons to correct the picture.
0 4
CHAINE
ACTIVATE FRAME-BY-
FRAME PLAYBACK
2
Turn the IMAGE/IMAGE dial to the right for forward
frame-by-frame playback, or to the left for reverse
frame-by-frame playback.
OR
3
Press 6.
1
OR
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS or .
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MULTI-FONCTIONS
To resume normal playback, press 4($).
Slow Motion
Variable-Speed Search ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION

PLAYBACK
ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED
1
During playback or still, turn the RECH. VAR. ring to
the right for forward slow motion, or to the left for
SEARCH reverse slow motion (refer to the illustration above).
1
During playback or still, turn the RECH. VAR. ring to OR
the right for forward variable-speed search, or to the left During still picture, press 6 and hold for 2 seconds,
for reverse variable-speed search (refer to the illustra- then release. Press and release again to return to still
tion at top right). picture.
OR OR
During playback, press MULTI-FONCTIONS or .
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During still picture, press and hold MULTI-FONCTIONS

%
fi
● The more times you press, the faster the playback or . Release to return to still picture.
picture moves.
● To decrease speed, press the button for the opposite To resume normal playback, press 4($).
direction.
To resume normal playback, press 4($).

30 PLAYBACK (cont.)
High-Speed (Turbo) Search
RECH. VAR.
ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED
SEARCH
1
During playback or still, turn the RECH. VAR. ring all
q the way to the right for forward high-speed search, or to
the left for reverse high-speed search.
● For forward search with a visible picture, turn the
SYSTEME COULEUR
RECH. VAR. ring all the way to the right and release it
3R
within 1 second.
● For reverse search with a visible picture, turn the
RECH. VAR. ring all the way to the left and release it
within 1 second.
OR
Press 3 for forward high-speed search, or 2 for
reverse high-speed search.
● For short searches, press and hold 3 or 2 for
2 over 2 seconds. When released, normal playback
1 2 3 resumes.
4 5 6 To resume normal playback, press 4($).

7 8 9
0 4
Manual Tracking
Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking
CHAINE control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the
tracking manually by pressing the CHAINE buttons.
OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC
1
3
TRACKING
1
Press on the remote to engage manual tracking.
ADJUST TRACKING
MANUALLY
2
Press CHAINE + or – to adjust tracking.
RETURN TO AUTOMATIC
TRACKING
3
Press on the remote to re-engage automatic
tracking.
NOTE:
When a new tape is inserted, the recorder enters the automatic
tracking mode automatically.
31
3R Picture Repeat Playback
3R(= Resolution and Response Recovery technology) maximises Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape
sense of resolution and sharpens image edges to make playback 20 times repeatedly.
picture look better focused.
ACTIVATE 3R PICTURE
1
Press 3R. The button will light.
● To turn off 3R Picture, press 3R again so that the light
goes off. START PLAYBACK
● Normally it is recommendable to keep 3R Picture ON
1
Press 4($).
(with the button lit).
● Depending on the type of tape used, picture quality
may be better with 3R Picture set to off.
● If you use this recorder as the player for editing, be
sure to turn off 3R Picture before starting.
ACTIVATE REPEAT
● The setting will remain effective even though you
turn on/off the recorder.
PLAYBACK
2
Press 4($) and hold for over 5 seconds, then release.
● The Play indicator ($) on the display panel blinks

slowly.
NTSC Playback ● The tape plays 20 times automatically, and then
stops.
Your video recorder is equipped with NTSC circuitry that can
play back NTSC tapes.
STOP PLAYBACK
LOAD A CASSETTE
3
Press 5 at any time to stop playback.
1
Insert a cassette recorded in NTSC.
NOTE:
START PLAYBACK Pressing 4 ($), 2, 3 or 6 also stops Repeat Playback.
2
Press 4($).
● Pressing SYSTEME COULEUR during NTSC playback
displays "NTSC" on the screen for about 5 seconds.
● Some TVs shrink the picture vertically and place
black bars at 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.
32 PLAYBACK (cont.)
Index Search
RECH. VAR.
Your recorder automatically marks
£ 2
index codes at the beginning of
each recording. This function gives
you quick access to any one of 9
index codes in either direction.
q NOTE:
Before starting, make sure the
recorder is in the Stop mode.
ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH

1
fi
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS or (™ or £). “™
%
1” or “£ 1” is displayed on screen, "1" or "-1" on the
display panel and search begins in the corresponding
direction.
● To access index codes 2 through 9, press MULTI-
REVIEW FONCTIONS or repeatedly until the correct index
fi
%
number is displayed.
M.
fi
2
CO Ex.: To locate the beginning of B from the current
E 1 2 3 M position, press MULTI-FONCTIONS twice.
OD P TE
BC
%
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A/ 4 5 6
position, press MULTI-FONCTIONS once.
7 8 9 Current position
0 4
A B C D E F
–2 –1 1 2 3
Index number
● When the specified index code is located, playback
begins automatically.
RECH. SEQ.
1
3
Instant ReView
Simply by pressing a single button, the recorder power comes
on, rewinds, and begins playback of the last timer-recorded
MULTI-FONCTIONS 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.
ACTIVATE INSTANT
REVIEW
1
Press REVIEW. The recorder power comes on and the
recorder searches for the index code indicating the start
of the last timer-recorded programme. Once it’s found,
playback begins automatically.
The front display panel tells you how many programmes
have been recorded. If you have, for example, 3
programmes, “REVIEW” and "3" appear and blink. To
watch the first of the 3 programmes, press REVIEW three
times. The recorder searches and begins playback
automatically. You can access a programme as far as 9
index codes away from the current tape position.
NOTES:
● Instant ReView is not possible while the recorder is in the
Timer mode.
● The HR-J449MS has the REVIEW button on the recorder as well.
33
Scene Finder Remote A/B Code Switching
This function helps you check contents of unlabeled recorded The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video
tapes at the touch of a single button. recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote
Search Search Search control’s A code control signals and another set to respond to B
code control signals. The remote control is preset to send A
3 23 23 2 code signals because your video recorder is initially set to
respond to A code signals. You can easily modify your video
5 seconds 10 minutes 5 seconds 10 minutes 5 seconds recorder to respond to B code signals.
on counter on counter
NOTE:
Scene Finder cannot be used when the recorder is in the Record
REMOVE POWER SUPPLY
1
Unplug the mains power cord from the mains outlet.
mode.
ACTIVATE SCENE FINDER

SET A/B CODE SWITCH
1
Press RECH. SEQ. The recorder starts forward search for
2
5 seconds and then fast-forwards 10 minutes on the Set to B.
counter. This cycle is repeated until the end of the tape
is reached.
● To start Scene Finder in the reverse direction, press

RECH. SEQ. and then turn the RECH. VAR. ring to the RE-SUPPLY POWER
3
left (or press the remote's 2 button) within 2 Plug the mains power cord back into the mains outlet.
seconds. This cycle is repeated until the beginning of
the tape.
● During Scene Finder, the following indications appear
on the display panel:
TURN THE RECORDER ON
4
Press on the remote control. The recorder will now
only respond to B code signals.
STOP SCENE FINDER

2 NOTE:
Press 5.
Some TV sets may malfunction in response to the B mode. If
this happens, switch back to the A mode.
NOTES:
● During Scene Finder search, you can also hear the tape
sound. During fast forward or rewind, you hear the current TV Counter Memory
sound instead. Returns to the counter reading of “0:00:00” to conveniently find
● Scene Finder does not function during Index Search. a specific place on the tape automatically.
SET COUNTER MEMORY

1
Press 0000 during playback at a point you wish to
locate later. The counter reads “0:00:00”. Then press M.
Next Function Memory COMPTEUR, and “M” appears in front of the counter
digits.
You can set your recorder's power to go off automatically after
the tape is fully rewound. Before starting, make sure the
recorder is in the Stop mode. ACTIVATE COUNTER
For Automatic Power Off After Tape Rewind . . .
. . . press 2, then press within 2 seconds.
MEMORY
2
When you wish to return to the designated point, press
NOTE: 5 and then 2 or 3.
If you want the power to be turned off automatically when the ● The tape rewinds or fast-forwards and stops at about
counter reads “0:00:00” (instead of at the beginning of the 0:00:00 automatically.
tape), press M. COMPTEUR so that the “M” mark appears ● To cancel Counter Memory, press M. COMPTEUR
before pressing 2. again.
34 PLAYBACK (cont.)
Spatializer
(HR-J746MS only)
This feature expands sound field when you play back any stereo
source or view a stereo programme while recording it.
*Spatializer has no effect on recording quality.
ACTIVATE SPATIALIZER
q
1
Press SPATIALIZER; the current setting will be displayed
on the screen for about 5 seconds. Pressing
SPATIALIZER
SPATIALIZER while the screen shows the display
changes the setting.
● To view a stereo programme such as movies or

music, select "SPATIALIZER " to create more
spacious sound.
● To view a monaural programme, select
"SPATIALIZER[ST" which simulates a stereo effect.
● Select "SPATIALIZER A." to turn off Spatializer if the
sound becomes unnatural with either "SPATIALIZER
2 " or "SPATIALIZER[ST" selected.
1 2 3 ● The SPATIALIZER button lights when either
"SPATIALIZER " or "SPATIALIZER[ST" is
4 5 6 selected, even though the recorder power is off.
9
● The setting will remain effective even though you
7 8
turn on/off the recorder.
0 4
NOTE:
Spatializer is effective only with a stereo TV.
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Soundtrack Selection (HR-J746MS Only)

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 CONTROLE AUDIO on the remote control changes the soundtrack being played back as follows:
TRACK
USE
Recorder's Front Panel On-Screen Display
HI FI
L+R L R For Hi-Fi stereo tapes
HI FI
L For main audio of Bilingual tapes
L
HI FI
R For sub audio of Bilingual tapes
R
NORM NORM For audio-dubbed tapes
HI FI
L + R + NORM NORM For audio-dubbed tapes
NOTES:
● "L + R" should normally be selected. In this mode, Hi-Fi stereo tapes are played back in stereo, and the NORM track is played back
automatically for tapes with only normal audio.
● For instructions on recording stereo and bilingual programmes, refer to page 40.
● "O.S.D." must be set to "M." or the on-screen displays will not appear (Z pg. 38).
RECORDING 35
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 CHAINE +/– or the NUMBER keys to select the
preset you wish to record.
● The CHAINE dial can also be used to select a preset.
q SET TAPE SPEED

3
Press (VN/LD). Check the VN/LD indicator on the
VN/LD
recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape speed.
CHAINE
START RECORDING
4
Press and hold q and 4 on the remote control, or
press q on the recorder.
B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the

first VN and the first LD recording after inserting
the cassette (Z pg. 36).
N
U
M
PAUSE/RESUME
2
BE
R
1 2 3
4 5 6 RECORDING
5
7 8 9 Press 6. Press 4($) to resume recording.
0 4
CHAINE STOP RECORDING

6
Press 5 on the remote control or 5/8 on the recorder.
Then press 5/8 to remove the cassette.
1
3 Accidental erasure prevention
● To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette,
remove its safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole
with adhesive tape.
Record safety tab

36 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. playback, and compensates to provide the highest-possible

recording and playback pictures. The default setting for both
recording and playback is “M.”.
Picture System Recording

LOAD A CASSETTE
1
Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact.
● The recorder power comes on automatically.

q
SCREEN
2
Press MENU twice.
ACCESS AUTRES
0
REGLAGES SCREEN
3
Move the highlight bar MENU PRINCIPAL
(pointer) to "AUTRES
AUTRES REGLAGES
REGLAGES" by pressing REGL. AUTO. DES CANAUX
MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi, REGL. MANUEL CANAUX
then press OK. REGL. DES NUMEROS GUIDE
REGLAGE DE L'HORLOGE
[5∞] =
[MENU] : SORTIE
3 OK
CONFIRM B.E.S.T. STATUS
4
MENU 1 The default setting is “M.”. AUTRES REGLAGES
If this is the case, go to
ENR. PROG. AUTO : M.
step 5. If not, press MULTI- O.S.D. : M.
FONCTIONS fi to move B.E.S.T. : M.
the highlight bar (pointer) SELECTION AV2 : AUX.
to “B.E.S.T.”, then press
NS
IO
MULTI-FONCTIONS to
CT
ON
set to “M.”. [5∞] = [ ] : M./A.

5
I-F
[MENU] : SORTIE
T
UL
M
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
5
Press MENU.
Display Panel Indication

HR-J746MS
START RECORDING
6
Press and hold q and 4 on the remote, or q on the
recorder.
● The recorder spends approximately 7 seconds
assessing the condition of the tape, then begins
HR-J449MS recording.
● When the "BEST" indicator begins blinking, that
means adjustment is complete.
● Pressing the recorder's q button while "BEST" is
displayed does not start Instant Timer Recording
As the tape check progresses, the “—” marks on the display
(Z pg. 41).
panel increase upward. Once the "BEST" indicator starts
blinking, the check is complete.
37
NOTES:
● The B.E.S.T. system works for both VN and LD modes only
after a tape has been inserted and the Record mode is first
initiated. It does not work during recording.
● 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.
q
The next time the cassette is used for recording, B.E.S.T. is re-
performed.
ATTENTION:
Since the B.E.S.T. system works before recording actually
starts, there is a delay of approximately 7 seconds after q
and 4 on the remote are pressed, or q 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 6 and q to engage the RECORD PAUSE
mode.
● The recorder then automatically checks the condition
of the tape and, after approximately 7 seconds, re-
2 enters RECORD PAUSE.
1 2 3 2) Press 4( $) to start recording.
● If you want to bypass the B.E.S.T. system and begin
4 5 6 recording immediately, set “B.E.S.T.” to “A.” in step 4
on page 36.
7 8 9
0 4
Playback
The recorder assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate
playback. When watching a tape recorded with “B.E.S.T.” set to
“ON”, it is recommended that you leave B.E.S.T. on during
playback as well.
START PLAYBACK
1
Press 4($).
3
HR-J746MS
1
HR-J449MS
● The recorder adjusts the playback picture quality

based on the quality of the tape in use.
● B.E.S.T. is active during Auto Tracking. “BEST”
appears blinking on the recorder’s display panel.
NOTES:
● When watching a rental tape or one recorded on another
video recorder, or when using this recorder as the player for
editing, set B.E.S.T. to your preference by performing steps 2
through 5 on page 36.
● "BEST" only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking.
Even though it doesn't appear after that, the B.E.S.T. function
is operative.
You can choose whether or not to have various operational
indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF.
On-Screen TURN ON THE RECORDER

Displays 1
Press .

SCREEN
2
Press MENU twice.
ACCESS AUTRES
1 2
2
3
REGLAGES SCREEN
3
Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "AUTRES
4 5 6 REGLAGES" by pressing MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi, then
press OK.
7 8 9
0
ENABLE/DISABLE
4
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
4
The default setting is “M.”, AUTRES REGLAGES
so if you want on-screen
ENR. PROG. AUTO : M.
displays, leave the setting O.S.D. : M.
as is and go to step 5. If B.E.S.T. : M.
you don’t want the SELECTION AV2 : AUX.
displays to appear, press
MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi
to move the highlight bar [5∞] = [ ] : M./A.
5
3
OK [MENU] : SORTIE
MENU
1 (pointer) to "O.S.D." and
press MULTI-
FONCTIONS to set “O.S.D.” to “A.”.
%
MULTI-FONCTIONS
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
5
Press MENU.
NOTE:
When you use this recorder as the player for editing, be sure to
set "O.S.D." to "A." before starting.
The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing.
1– Operation mode indicators
9 3 1 2– Preset position number and station name/Aux. indicator
(AUX1, AUX2 or F-AUX)
3– Cassette loaded mark
q6 4– Tape speed VN/LD/EP (EP is for NTSC playback only)
2 CH. 12 ABCD ] VN 4 5– Clock display
5 21 : 00 AUTO
12 6– Current day/month/year
24. 12. 97 – ATTENTION–
6 ENREGISTR. PAR MINUTERIE 7– Counter display (including Counter Memory indicator)
13
BIENTOT PRET A COMMENCER
SPATIALIZER [ANNUL.] 8– Tape remaining time indicator (Z pg. 39)
9– Timer warning display (Z pg. 47)
10 ST NICAM 10– NICAM/A2 display (Z pg. 41)(HR-J746MS only)
11 HI FI M –1 : 23 : 45 7 11– Audio mode display (Z pg. 34)(HR-J746MS only)
NORM T. RESTANT 1: 00 8
12– Colour system display (Z pg. 51)
13– Spatializer indicator (Z pg. 34)(HR-J746MS only)
39
Record One Programme
Recording While Watching Another
Features SELECT PRESET TO WATCH

1
Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to
set the preset controls on the TV for the station you
wish to view.
● The programme selected with the TV’s preset controls
appears on the TV screen while the one selected with
the CHAINE buttons is recorded on the tape.
2
AF
1 2 3
Elapsed Recording Time
FI
CH
AG
4 5 6
Indication
E
7 8 9
You can check the exact time of a recording.
0000 0 4
CHAINE
SET COUNTER DISPLAY
1
Press AFFICHAGE until a counter reading appears on
the dispay panel.
RESET COUNTER
2
Press 0000 before starting recording or playback.
● The counter is reset to “0:00:00” and shows the exact
3 elapsed time as the tape runs.
1
MULTI-FONCTIONS
Tape Remaining Time
DISPLAY REMAINING TIME
1
Press AFFICHAGE until the time remaining on the tape
appears.
● By pressing the AFFICHAGE button, you can change

the display to show the counter reading, tape
remaining time, or clock time.
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when
the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away, or
is not correct. "- - : - -" may sometimes appear, or the display
may blink on occasion.
Receiving Stereo And Bilin-
gual Programmes
(HR-J746MS Only)
Your recorder is equipped with both a Sound-Multiplex decoder
(A2) and a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM), making reception
2 of stereo and bilingual broadcasts possible.
1 2 3
When the channel is changed, the type of broadcast being
4 5 6 received will be displayed on the TV screen for a few seconds.
7 8 9 Type of Broadcast On-screen Display

Being Received
0 4
A2 Stereo ST
A2 Bilingual BIL
Regular Monaural (none)
NICAM Stereo ST NICAM
NICAM Bilingual BIL NICAM
NICAM Monaural NICAM
O
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NOTE:
LE
RO
NT
"O.S.D." must be set to "M." or the on-screen displays will not

CO
3
appear (Z pg. 38).
1
● To listen to a stereo programme, press CONTROLE AUDIO

until "G" and "D" appear on the front display panel.
● To listen to a bilingual programme, press CONTROLE AUDIO
until either "G" or "D" appears on the front display panel (as
required).
● To listen to the Standard (regular monaural) audio while
receiving a NICAM broadcast, press CONTROLE AUDIO
until "NORM" appears on the front display panel.
To Record Stereo And Bilin-

gual Programmes (A2)
(HR-J746MS Only)
● Stereo programmes are automatically recorded in stereo on
the Hi-Fi audio track (with the normal audio track recording
mixed L and R channel sound).
● Bilingual programmes are automatically recorded in bilingual
on the Hi-Fi audio track. The main soundtrack will be recorded
on the normal audio track.
To Record NICAM Stereo

And Bilingual Programmes
(HR-J746MS Only)
● The NICAM audio programme will be recorded on the Hi-Fi
audio track, and the Standard audio programme on the
normal audio track.
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
bilingual programme, refer to "Soundtrack Selection" (Z pg. 34).
41
Instant Timer Recording (ITR)
This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours
(selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the recorder off
after recording is finished.
START RECORDING
1
q
Press q on the recorder.
ENGAGE ITR MODE

2
Press q again. Q blinks and 0:30 appears on the front
display panel.
SET RECORDING
DURATION
3
If you want to record for more than 30 minutes, press
q to extend the time. Each press extends recording time
by 30 minutes.
NOTE:
You can only perform ITR using the q button on the recorder's
front panel.
42 TIMER RECORDING
ACCESS TIMER
SHOWVIEW Timer PROGRAMMING SCREEN
1
Press PROG.
Recording PROGRAMMATION MINUTERIE
Before performing SHOWVIEW Timer Recording: [0 – 9] : SHOWVIEW

[+/–] : PROG. EXPRESS
● Be sure to read "SHOWVIEW Setup" (Z pg. 24). [MENU] : MENU PRINCIPAL
● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder
will come on automatically. The front display panel looks like this:
● Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.
ENTER SHOWVIEW
NUMBER
2
Press the NUMBER keys to
SHOWVIEW
enter the SHOWVIEW
q
12345678
number of a programme
you wish to record.
● If you make a mistake,
press ANNUL. to
backspace and then [0 – 9] =
[ANNUL.] : ANNULER
input the correct number. [MENU] : SORTIE
The SHOWVIEW number
you enter appears on the front display panel:
The display panel can show only a 4-digit number. When

you enter the 5th digit, it replaces the previous 4-digits.
2
NUMBER
1
4
2
5
3
6
ACCESS SHOWVIEW
7 8 9
PROGRAM SCREEN
3
:PDC Press OK, and the SHOWVIEW – P1 –
0 4 Program screen appears (if SHOWVIEW 123456789
ANNUL. DEBUT FIN
you’re just starting out, 21:00 = 22:00
“Program 1” appears).
VN M.
● If the number you DATE CHAINE
entered is invalid, 25.12 1
“ERREUR” appears on TF1
screen and "Err" appears : OK
on the display panel.
Press ANNUL. to backspace and input a valid
SHOWVIEW number.
CONTROLE PROG. ● "ERREUR= NUMERO GUIDE" appears if the Guide
3 Channel for the SHOWVIEW number you entered has
1
PROG. not been set. If the recorder is in the stop or rewind or
fast-forward mode, the "REGL.DES NUMEROS
GUIDE" screen will appear automatically. Set the
O
K
Guide Channel correctly first (Z pg. 24, "SHOWVIEW

Setup"), then perform steps 1 – 3 again.
The display panel shows the programme start time.
Pressing CONTROLE PROG. changes the display to the
programme stop time, then the date and channel.
VN
● If you’re not receiving PDC (Programme Delivery

Control), press : PDC (NUMBER key “7”) to set to
"A." (Z pg. 47).
43
SET TAPE SPEED
4
Press (VN/LD) to set the tape speed.
AUTO
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
q
5
Press OK.
● Repeat steps 1 – 5 for each additional programme.
ENGAGE RECORDER’S
TIMER MODE
6
Press AUTO. The recorder turns off automatically.
+DUREE
2
.
N
1 2 3
TD
NOTE:
Q
4 5 6 To Delay The Stop Time . . .

HEBDO . . . press +DUREE after pressing OK in step 3. Each time you
7 8 9
press, the Stop time is delayed by 5 minutes (meaning that 5
0 4
AUTO minutes of recording time is added). You can easily compensate
for anticipated programme schedule delays this way.
To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .
. . . after pressing OK in step 3, press HEBDO (NUMBER key
“9”) for weekly serials or QTDN (NUMBER key “8”) for daily
serials (Monday – Friday). Either "HEBDOMADAIRE" or
"QUOTIDIEN" 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, "MEMOIRE DE PROGRAMMATION PLEINE" appears on
1
3
OK screen and "PLEIne" appears on the front display panel. To
record the extra programme, you must first cancel any unneces-
sary programmes (Z pg. 46).
44 TIMER RECORDING(cont.)
If you don’t know the PlusCode number for the programme you
wish to record, use the following procedure to set your recorder
Regular Timer to timer-record the programme.
ACCESS TIMER
Programming PROGRAMMING SCREEN
1
Press PROG.
Remember, the clock must be set before you can progamme
the timer (Z pg. 22).
ACCESS PROGRAMME
Before performing the following steps:
● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder SCREEN
2
will come on automatically. Press DEBUT +/–. (If – P1 –
● Turn on the TV and select the AV mode. you’re just starting out,
“Program 1” appears.) DEBUT FIN
–:– – = –:– –
VN M.
DATE CHAINE
25.12 ––
[+/–] =
[MENU] : SORTIE
q
The front display panel looks like this:
VN
ENTER PROGRAMME
START TIME
3
Press DEBUT +/– to enter – P1 –
the time you want
recording to start. DEBUT FIN
21:00 = –:– –
● Press and hold DEBUT VN M.

2 +/– to move in 30- DATE CHAINE
1 2 3 minute increments, or 25.12 ––
press and release [+/–] =
4 5 6 repeatedly to move 1 [MENU] : SORTIE
minute at a time.
7 8 9
–
+/
The front display panel looks like this:

N
FI
0 4
VN
DATE +/–
DEBUT +/–
ENTER PROGRAMME STOP

TIME
4
Press FIN +/– to enter the time you want recording to
stop.
ENTER PROGRAMME DATE

3
1
PROG.
5
Press DATE +/–. (The current date appears on screen.
The date you enter appears in its place.)
45
ENTER PRESET POSITION
6
Press CHAINE +/–. – P1 –
AUTO
DEBUT FIN
21:00 = 22:00
VN M.
q DATE CHAINE
25.12 1
TF1
[+/–] =
[MENU] : SORTIE
VN/LD
VN
● If you’re not receiving PDC (Programme Delivery

Control), press : PDC (NUMBER key “7”) to set to
"A." (Z pg. 47).
SET TAPE SPEED

7
Press (VN/LD) to set the tape speed.
2
.
N
1 2 3
TD
Q
4 5 6
7 8 9
HEBDO RETURN TO NORMAL
:PDC
0 4
AUTO SCREEN
8
After confirming all information is correct, press OK
CHAINE and the normal screen appears.
● Repeat steps 1 – 8 for each additional programme.
ENGAGE RECORDER’S
TIMER MODE
9
Press AUTO. The recorder turns off automatically.
1
3
OK
To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .

. . . anytime during steps 2 through 8, press HEBDO (NUMBER
key “9”) for weekly serials or QTDN (NUMBER key “8”) for
daily serials (Monday – Friday). Either "HEBDOMADAIRE" or
"QUOTIDIEN" appears on the screen. Pressing the button again
makes the corresponding indication disappear.
NOTES:
● You can programme this recorder to timer-record as many as
8 programmes. If you try to programme the recorder to record
a ninth, "MEMOIRE DE PROGRAMMATION PLEINE" appears
on screen and "PLEIne" appears on the front display panel. To
record the extra programme, you must first cancel any
unnecessary programmes (Z pg. 46).
● To timer-record a satellite broadcast through a satellite receiver
connected to the AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR connector on the
back of the recorder, in step 6 above, set "CHAINE" to "AUX2"
by pressing CHAINE +/–. Before the selected programme
begins, select the appropriate channel on the satellite receiver,
then set the receiver's timer. If your satellite receiver doesn't
have a timer, leave the unit's power switched on.
46 TIMER RECORDING(cont.)
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.

SCREEN
2
1 2 3
1
Press MENU twice.
4 5 6
7 8 9
ANNUL.
0 4
ACCESS AUTRES
DEBUT
CHAINE REGLAGES SCREEN
2
Press MULTI-FONCTIONS MENU PRINCIPAL
%fi to move the highlight
D
AUTRES REGLAGES
AT
bar (pointer) to "AUTRES

FIN
REGL. AUTO. DES CANAUX

E
REGLAGES", then press REGL. MANUEL CANAUX

REGL. DES NUMEROS GUIDE
OK. REGLAGE DE L'HORLOGE
CONTROLE PROG.
[5∞] =
3 [MENU] : SORTIE
1
MENU
OK
SELECT MODE
3
MU Press MULTI- AUTRES REGLAGES
LTI
%
-FO FONCTIONS to select
NC either "M." or "A.". ENR. PROG. AUTO : M.
TIO O.S.D. : M.
NS B.E.S.T. : M.
SELECTION AV2 : AUX.
Check And Cancel [5∞] = [ ] : M./A.
5
[MENU] : SORTIE
Programmes
RETURN TO NORMAL
ACCESS PROGRAMME SCREEN
SCREEN AND/OR DISPLAY
4
Press MENU.
1
Press CONTROLE PROG.
● The display panel shows the programme start time.

Pressing OK changes the display to the programme
stop time, then the date and channel.
● If the recorder is turned on and the TV is set to its AV NOTE:
mode, you can check program information on screen For safety, when Auto timer is set to "A.", all other recorder
as well. functions are disabled while the Timer mode is engaged. To
● Each time you press CONTROLE PROG., the next disengage the timer, press AUTO.
programme's information appears.
If All Information Is Correct . . .
. . . programming is completed.
If You Wish To Revise Data . . .
. . . with the recorder's power turned on, go to step 2.
If You Wish To Cancel A Program . . .
. . . with the recorder's power turned on, press ANNUL.
All information you input is deleted.
REVISE PROGRAMME
INFORMATION
2
Input the appropriate data using the DEBUT +/–, FIN +/–,
DATE +/– and CHAINE +/– buttons on the remote control.
47
Auto VN/LD Timer
If, when recording in VN mode, there is not enough tape to
record the entire programme, the recorder automatically
switches to LD mode to allow complete recording.
ENGAGE AUTO VN/LD

q
TIMER
1
Press AUTO VN/LD on the recorder front panel. The
button lights.
AUTO VN/LD
For Example . . .
Recording a program of 210 minutes in length onto a
180-minute tape
Approximately 150 minutes Approximately 60 minutes
VN mode LD mode
Total 210 minutes
Make sure you press AUTO VN/LD before performing
timer programming.
2
1 2 3 NOTES:
● The Auto VN/LD Timer feature is not available during ITR
4 5 6 (Instant Timer Recording), and the feature will not work
7 8 9 properly with any tapes longer than E-180 as well as some
: P D C tapes of shorter lengths.
0 4 ● Even if, in step 1, you press AUTO VN/LD and the button
lights, that doesn’t mean that the recorder will automatically
change from VN to LD mode during the course of the
recording. Watch the tape later to confirm.
L.
U
● If you have programmed the recorder to timer-record 2 or

N
AN
more programs, the second programme and those thereafter

may not fit on the tape if you engage the Auto VN/LD Timer
mode. In this case, make sure the mode is not engaged, then
set the tape speed manually during timer programming.
● There may be some noise at the point on the tape where the
recorder switches from VN to LD mode.
● If you perform timer recording with both PDC and the Auto
1
3
VN/LD Timer activated, and the programme goes beyond its
originally scheduled length, there may be times when the
programme cannot be recorded in its entirety.
PDC Recording
Now available from some TV stations, PDC (Programme
Delivery Control) is a service designed to assure safe, accurate
timer recording. With this system, special code signals are
transmitted together with the audio/video signals. These code
Timer Warning signals control your video recorder and have precedence over
advertised times you preset in the timer. This means that your
If you have programmed your recorder will start and stop recording when the preset TV
recorder to timer-record a programmes actually start and end — even if the broadcast time
programme or a series of of a preset TV programme is changed.
programmes, a warning appears on – ATTENTION–
ENREGISTR. PAR MINUTERIE To Use PDC Service . . .
screen to tell you that the recording BIENTOT PRET A COMMENCER
is to start in 5 minutes. [ANNUL.] The default setting for PDC is "M.". To cancel PDC, press :
PDC (NUMBER key “7”) so that "A." is displayed during
SHOWVIEW or regular timer programming.
NOTES:
● The warning only appears if
you’re not in the Timer mode at that time. NOTES:
● If this recorder is being used as the player for tape dubbing, ● When you manually enter programmes (regular timer
the warning screen is recorded on the tape in the other video programming), set the start time (PDC time) exactly as
recorder. advertised in the TV listing. A different time than advertised
will result in no recording.
The warning blinks for the entire 5 minutes leading up to the ● PDC Recording is also possible when a satellite receiver or a
start of timer recording. To clear the display, press ANNUL. cable box is connected to AV2 IN on your recorder.
48 EDITING
You can use your video recorder as the source player or the
recording deck.
Edit To Or MAKE CONNECTIONS

From Another 1
Connect the player’s 21-pin SCART connector to the
recorder’s 21-pin SCART connector as shown in the
illustration on page 49.
Video
When Using Your Video Recorder As The Source
Player . . .
. . . connect its AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE connector to the
recording deck.
Recorder .
When Using Your Video Recorder As The Recording
Deck . . .
. . . connect its AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR connector to
the source player.
● Set "SELECTION AV2" to "AUX" (Z pg. 49).
SET RECORDING DECK’S

2 INPUT MODE
2
"
1 2 3
"0
Set to AUX. With this video recorder, press NUMBER

R
key "0" and/or CHAINE to select “AU-2” for the AV2

BE
4 5 6
M
ENTREE/DECODEUR connector.
U
N
7 8 9
0 4
START SOURCE PLAYER
3
Engage its Play mode.
CHAINE
START RECORDING DECK

4
Engage its Record mode.
1
3
NOTE:
All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.
IMPORTANT
Before you start editing, be sure to select the appropriate colour
system by pressing SYSTEME COULEUR depending on the
system of the connected recorder or camcorder. Z pg. 51
49
HR-J746MS
TV Receiver Player Your recorder Recorder Your recorder TV Receiver
21-pin SCART
21-pin SCARTCable Cable (provided) 21-pin SCART
(provided) Cable (provided) 21-pin SCARTCable
(provided)
Another recorder Another recorder
Recorder Player
HR-J449MS
TV Receiver Player Your recorder Recorder Your recorder TV Receiver
21-pin SCART
21-pin SCARTCable Cable (provided) 21-pin SCART
(provided) Cable (provided) 21-pin SCARTCable
(provided)
Another recorder Another recorder
Recorder Player
SELECTION AV2 Setting

1 Press MENU twice to access the Menu Principal screen.
AUTRES REGLAGES
2 Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "AUTRES REGLAGES",
then press OK. ENR. PROG. AUTO : M.
3 Press MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to "SELECTION AV2". O.S.D. : M.
B.E.S.T. : M.
4 Press MULTI-FONCTIONS to select "AUX.".
fi
SELECTION AV2 : AUX.

5 Press MENU to return to the normal screen.
* If you use a decoder, be sure to set "SELECTION AV2" back to "DECODEUR" when you finish
editing. [5∞] = [ ] : M./A.
5
[MENU] : SORTIE
50 EDITING (cont.)
You can use a camcorder as the source player and your video
recorder as the recorder.
Edit From A MAKE CONNECTIONS

Camcorder 1
Connect the camcorder’s AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
connectors to the recorder’s front panel AUDIO/VIDEO
input connectors.
For HR-J746MS owners...

● When using a monaural camcorder, connect its
AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO G input
connector on your recorder.
For HR-J449MS owners...
● When using a Hi-Fi camcorder, connect its AUDIO
2
OUT L connector to the AUDIO input connector on
"
"0
1 2 3 your recorder.
R
BE
M
4 5 6 ● When a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder

U
N
7 8 9 is used, the camcorder is capable of controlling the

recorder. Refer to the camcorder’s instruction manual
0 4 for operating procedure.
CHAINE SET RECORDER’S INPUT

MODE
2
Press NUMBER key “0” and/or CHAINE so that “F-AU”
appears in place of a channel number.
START CAMCORDER
3
3 Engage its Play mode.
1
START RECORDER
4
Engage its Record mode.
Recorder Your recorder

IMPORTANT
Before you start editing, be sure to select the appropriate colour
system by pressing SYSTEME COULEUR depending on the
q system of the connected recorder or camcorder. Z p. 51
To rear panel TELEC.

VIDEO connector
input AUDIO
input
Audio/Video Cable
(not provided) Mini-Plug Cable
(not provided)
VIDEO OUT (JVC camcorder
only)
Camcorder
AUDIO OUT
EDIT
Player
INFORMATION ON COLOUR SYSTEM 51
PAL, SECAM and MESECAM
● PAL and SECAM designate two different colour television Colour System Setting
system. Your recorder can record and play back both PAL and Pressing the recorder's SYSTEME COULEUR button displays
SECAM signals. the current setting of the colour system on the screen for
● MESECAM is the designation for tapes with SECAM signals about 5 seconds. While the screen shows the setting, press
recorded on PAL recorders. Your recorder can play back SYSTEME COULEUR to select the appropriate colour system
MESECAM tapes properly, and record them as well. that matches the colour signal being received or played back.
● Since your recorder is equipped with a built-in dual-system AUTO (colour signal): Normally set to this mode. The
tuner, your recorder can record TV programmes in the appropriate colour system will be automatically
countries where PAL-B/G (or SECAM B/G) and SECAM-L selected depending on the playback or recording
broadcasts are receivable. signals. If this automatic detection does not work
● MESECAM is possible if an appropriate playback deck is used. properly, try the MANUEL mode.
MESECAM: To record SECAM broadcasts to make MESECAM
tapes, or to play back MESECAM tapes.
SECAM: To record SECAM broadcasts to make SECAM
tapes, or to play back SECAM tapes.
PAL: To record PAL broadcasts, or to play back PAL
tapes.
N/B: To record black & white programmes, or to play
back a tape in black & white (even tapes with
colour signals will be played back in black &
white).
INFORMATION ON AUDIO SYSTEM (HR-J749MS Only)

Hi-Fi and normal audio Tape recorded with this recorder
The Hi-Fi and normal soundtracks are recorded simultaneously.
This recorder has two audio system: Hi-Fi and normal audio.
Hi-Fi audio signals (2-channel) are recorded deep into the Longitudinal audio track
tape's magnetic coating of the video track section, and the (normal audio)
normal audio signals are recorded on the ordinary longitudinal
audio track. Video track (surface layer
of the magnetic coating)
ATTENTION:
● The Hi-Fi soundtrack recorded with this recorder cannot be Hi-Fi stereo audio track
played back on video recorders other than Hi-Fi VHS. (deep layer of the
● The normal soundtrack is compatible with any VHS material. magnetic coating)
● When recording in SECAM, Hi-Fi audio can be recorded in
the two modes VN and LD. However, in PAL or MESECAM, Control track
Hi-Fi audio recording is not possible in the LD mode.
Recording options according to the selected input mode
Track Video track Normal track (mono) Hi-Fi audio track (2-channel)
Input mode
TUNER TV picture (from built-in tuner) TV sound (from built-in tuner) TV sound (from built-in tuner)
AUX Video signal from Audio signal from

AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE
or or
AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR
or or
VIDEO on the front panel AUDIO on the front panel
Section of channel display
NOTE:
When monaural audio is input to the AUDIO connectors on the front panel, use the G connector.
52 TROUBLESHOOTING
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 AUTO button to turn the
but the recorder cannot be powered. panel with Auto Timer set to "A." “‰“ indicator off.
TAPE TRANSPORT
1. The tape does not run during ● “^“ is displayed on the display Press 4 to turn the “^“ indicator off.
recording. panel.
2. The tape stops during rewind or ● “M“ is displayed on the display Press M. COMPTEUR to deactivate
fast-forward. panel. the Counter Memory function and
turn the “M“ indicator off.
3. 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 ● The TV receiver is not set to the AV Set the TV to its AV mode.
appear while the tape is running. mode.
2. Noise appears during visual search. ● This is normal.
3. Noise appears during normal ● The automatic tracking mode is Try manual tracking. ( Z pg. 30)
playback. engaged.
4. Noise appears during slow-motion ● The automatic tracking mode is Try manual tracking. ( Z pg. 30)
playback. engaged.
5. Noise appears during still play- Press CHAINE + or – a few times to
back. remove the noise bars from the screen.
6. (HR-J746MS only) Breaks are ● Automatic tracking is engaged. Engage and adjust tracking manually.
noticeable in Hi-Fi soundtrack. ( Z pg. 30)
7. The playback picture is blurred or ● The video heads may be dirty. Consult your JVC dealer.
interrupted while TV broadcasts are
clear.
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. ● “AU” has been selected as the input Set to the desired preset.
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
not been turned on. switches are turned on.
● The input mode is not correct. Set the input mode to “AU”.
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 “AU”.
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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 AUTO and confirm that “‰“ is
displayed on the display panel.
2. On-screen timer programming is ● Timer recording is in progress. Timer programming can’t be
not possible. 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 ● AUTO has been pressed when there Check the programmed data and re-
Timer mode is disengaged. are no programs in memory, or the program as necessary, then press
timer record information has been AUTO 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
programme.
7. SHOW VIEW does not timer-record ● The recorder’s preset positions have Refer to "Guide Channel Set" and
properly. been set incorrectly. re-perform the procedure ( Z pg. 24).
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 presets, some of ● Those presets have been designated If you need the skipped channels,
them are skipped over. to be skipped. restore them (Z pg. 18).
3. The preset cannot be changed. ● Recording is in progress. Press 6 to pause the recording,
change presets, then press 4($) to
resume recording.
4. The remote control won’t operate ● The TV/SAT./MAG. switch is in the Set the switch to the correct position.
my TV or satellite receiver. wrong position. ( Z pg. 26 or 27)
54 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
PLAYBACK RECORDING
Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached Q. When I pause and then resume a recording, the end
during playback or search? of the recording before the pause is overlapped by
A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning. the beginning of the continuation of recording. Why
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ does this happen?
A. This is normal. It reduces distortion at the pause and
Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the resume points.
still mode? ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect

the heads. Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Record-Pause mode?
A. No. The video recorder shuts off automatically after 5
Q. During search, slow, still and frame-by-frame minutes to protect the heads.
playback, I can’t hear any audio. What’s the ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
problem?
A. This is normal. Q. What happens if the tape runs out during recording?
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ A. The video recorder automatically rewinds it to the
beginning.
Q. When returning from multi-speed search to normal ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
playback, the picture is disturbed. Should I be

concerned about this? TIMER RECORDING
A. No, it is normal.
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Q. "Q" and "‰" remain lit on the display panel. Is there
a problem?
Q. Noise bars appear during multi-speed search. What’s A. No. This is a normal condition for a timer recording in
the problem? progress.
A. This is normal. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Q. Can I program the timer while I’m watching a tape

Q. Other than preventing further recording, what effect or a TV broadcast?
does removing the Record Safety tab have? A. You won’t see the picture as it is replaced by the on-
A. It disables marking of index codes. screen menu, but the audio from the program or tape
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
you’re viewing can be heard.
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
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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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.
SPECIFICATIONS 55
GENERAL TUNER
Power requirement : AC 220 – 240 V`, 50/60 Hz TV channel storage
Power consumption : 24 W (HR-J746MS) capacity : 99 positions
20 W (HR-J449MS) (+AUX position "AU")
Temperature Tuning system : Frequency synthesized tuner
Operating : 5°C to 40°C Channel coverage :
Storage : –20°C to 60°C
Operating position : Horizontal only SECAM L PAL B/G
Band
Dimensions (WxHxD) : 400 x 94 x 340 mm Frequency Channels Frequency Channels
Weight : 4.3 kg
VHF 49 – 65 2–4 47 – 89 E2 – E4
Format : VHS PAL/SECAM standard (LOW) MHz MHz X, Y, Z
Maximum recording time
E5 – E12
(VN) : 240 min. with E-240 video
VHF 104 – 300 5 – 10 104 – 300 S1 – S20
cassette (HIGH) MHz CATV MHz M1– M10
(LD) : 480 min. with E-240 video U1 – U10
cassette 300 – 470 302 – 470
Hyper CATV S21 – S41
MHz MHz
VIDEO/AUDIO
470 – 862 470 – 862
Signal system : PAL/SECAM-type colour signal UHF 21 – 69 E21 – E69
MHz MHz
and CCIR monochrome signal,
625 lines/50 fields
Recording system : DA4 (Double Azimuth) TIMER
helical scan system Clock reference : Quartz-crystal
Input : 0.5 to 2.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Programme capacity : 1-year/8-programme timer
unbalanced Memory backup time : 60 mn
Output : 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
unbalanced
Signal-to-noise ratio : 45 dB ACCESSORIES
Horizontal resolution : 240 lines Provided accessories : RF cable,
Frequency range : 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz Infrared remote control unit,
(Normal audio) "R6" battery x 2,
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz 21-pin scart cable,
(Hi-Fi audio)(HR-J746MS only) Antenna adapter
Input/Output : 21-pin scart connector x 2
(ENTREE/SORTIE x 1, Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise
ENTREE/DECODEUR x 1) specified.
: RCA connector x 1 (IN x 1) E.& O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without
(HR-J449MS) notice.
: RCA connector x 2
(IN x 1, OUT x 1)
(HR-J746MS)
HR-J746MS/449MS
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
MS Printed in Japan
COPYRIGHT © 1997 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
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CONTENTS

HR-J746MS Connection To A Stereo System

HR-J449MS Delete A Channel ...............................

DEBUT FIN DATE

SHOW VIEW Timer Recording ................... 42

INSTRUCTIONS INFORMATION ON AUDIO SYSTEM

Pour votre sécurité

ATTENTION: TENSION DANGEREUSE A L'INTERIEUR

A PROPOS DU NETTOYAGE DES TÊTES

La touche MARCHE ne coupe pas complètement

Les bandes vidéo enregistrées avec ce magnétoscope dans

n Seules les cassettes portant la marque "VHS" peuvent être

Utiliser l'appareil en position

Ne pas poser d'objets susceptibles de se En cas de transport

Eviter les endroits soumis à des vibra-

SYSTEME q RECH. VAR.

AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE

( engages Counter Memory mode. Z pg. 33

5 6 ) Z pg. 35, SHOWVIEW timer programming

selection in on-screen menus. Z pg. 16

MULTI-FONCTIONS Button sets TV

channels Z pg. 26; initiates functions such as

Antenna adapter (provided)

21-pin SCART connector

It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected.

-pin SCART Cable

AV2 ENTREE/DECODEUR AV1 ENTREE/SORTIE

DECODER-RECORDER CONNECTION (Canal Plus)

Connection To soundtrack through the stereo.

AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR

Speaker Television Speaker

Auto Set Up recorder/remote is first pressed to power on the recorder after

PERFORM AUTO SET UP

● Auto channel set function takes place first; it assigns

automatically all receivable stations in your area so

● When Auto Set Up has been completed successfully the

● When auto channel set has been completed successfully

TURN ON THE RECORDER

ACCESS MENU PRINCIPAL

● The Regl. auto des canaux screen appears, and

view the next page of the = : MONTAGE

● Using the Confirmation screen, you can skip or add

ACCESS MENU PRINCIPAL

Press the NUMBER keys to input the channel number

you want to store.

MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi. While tuning, “F+” or “F–”

MULTI-FONCTIONS %fi to select the band.

"DECODEUR" blinks, then press MULTI-FONCTIONS

%fi to set "DECODEUR" to "M." ("A." is the default

ENTER NEW CHANNEL

● Repeat steps 3 through 5 as necessary.

position of the channel broadcasting the scrambled Position" (Z pg. 19).

begins blinking, and set it to "M." by pressing MULTI-

● The item directly beneath the cancelled one moves

Change Station Preset

SELECT NEW POSITION

to move the station

to the new preset position, then press OK.

SCREEN ● Repeat steps 1 through 3 as necessary.

● The Confirmation screen appears.

CLOSE CONFIRMATION Set Stations (B)

SELECT STATION NAME

station name begins blinking.