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- Page 1 DVD/CD PLAYER Hi-Fi STEREO VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER USER'S GUIDE For model: HR-XVC20U For Customer Use:...
- Page 2 SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT. NOTE: Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Page 3: Important Safeguards
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 13. LIGHTNING To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges.
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Page 5: Power Source
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 25. LASER BEAM Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the laser beam. It may cause sight damage. 26. DISC Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction. -
Page 6: Features
Features DVD/CD Player/Video Cassette Recorder • DVD/CD player with Video Cassette Recorder - Unique space saving design combines a DVD/CD player and a Hi-Fi Video cassette recorder. The DVD disc has much more capacity, but is the same size as the audio CD disc. Picture quality is higher than Super VHS. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Parts and functions ... 8 Display ... 9 Remote control ... 10 TV multi-brand remote control ... 12 Control four JVC VCRs ... 13 Basic connections ... 14 CATV (CABLE TV) connections ... 16 Playback connections ... 18 Setting up the VCR section Setting the video channel ... -
Page 8: Parts And Functions
Parts and functions Front VCR/DVD mode selector button Cassette Loading Slot POWER button CHANNEL +/– buttons AUDIO (L/R)/ VCR indicator VIDEO IN jacks Rear AC power cord DVD COMPONENT OUT jacks S-VIDEO/COMPONENT Video selector switch DVD S-VIDEO OUT jack DVD OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack OPEN/CLOSE button EJECT button Remote sensor... -
Page 9: Display
Display window Display VCR mode Playback (lights) / Auto resume (flashes) Still picture DVD disc is inserted. CD is inserted. Display for afternoon (lights out in the morning) Clock display (colon [ : ] flashes) 10 : 00 01 : 00 Counter display by hour/minute at VCR/DVD / by minute/second at CD Track number display for CD TV channel display for VCR... -
Page 10: Remote Control
POWER, NUMBER(0-9), INPUT, TV VOL +/–, TV CH +/– and ENTER) of a remote controllable TV of JVC and the brands listed on page 12 by slide TV/VCR/DVD switch to TV. (The POWER button on the upper right is not effective for the TV.) - Page 11 Inserting Batteries Open the battery compart- ment cover in the direction of the arrow. Battery precautions The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device: 1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified. 2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
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Page 12: Tv Multi-Brand Remote Control
TV multi-brand remote control The DVD/VCR’s remote control can control several functions on JVC remote control TVs and on the brands of remote control TVs listed below. NOTE: Depending on the type of TV, there may be cases where some or all functions cannot be operated using the remote control. -
Page 13: Control Four Jvc Vcrs
The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC VCRs independently; one set to respond to your remote control’s A code control signals and the other set to respond to B, C, D code control signals. The remote control is... -
Page 14: Basic Connections
Basic connections If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber,skip ahead to page 16 for the proper connections. ANTENNA TO DVD/VCR CONNECTION The DVD/VCR must be connected "between" the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and connect it to the DVD/VCR. - Page 15 DVD/VCR TO TV CONNECTION After you have connected the antenna to the DVD/VCR, you must connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting your DVD/VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and follow the connection diagram.
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Page 16: Catv (Cable Tv) Connections
CATV (CABLE TV) connections Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. This DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box, except for those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to a special channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception. - Page 17 IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode. This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult your local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment.
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Page 18: Playback Connections
Playback connections The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the DVD/VCR is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner's Manual provided with each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. Connect to a TV with Audio/Video Output Use the supplied AUDIO/VIDEO cable. - Page 19 Connect to a Stereo Amplifier with Audio Output DVD/VCR Connect to an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround If you are using an Amplifier with a built-in digital surround as follows, you can enjoy the various audio systems such as Dolby Digital and DTS by using the Optical or Coaxial Digital Output. Use this connection to connect an: •...
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Page 20: Setting The Video Channel
Setting the video channel/Setting the language Setting the Video Channel To view playback of a recorded tape, or to watch a program selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel). NOTES: •... -
Page 21: Tuner Setting
This DVD/VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the DVD/VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this DVD/ VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. -
Page 22: To Add/Delete Channels
To ADD/DELETE channels/Noise elimination To ADD/DELETE channels You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press VCR to select the VCR mode. -
Page 23: Auto Clock Setting
The Auto Clock feature enables the automatic clock setting and updating, and also to set the Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time by receiving XDS (Extended Data Service) information carried on the channel signal. NOTES: • After Auto Clock setting, in some case the clock may display the other time zone’s. - Page 24 Auto clock setting Daylight Saving Time setting You can set the Daylight Saving Time automatically or manually. Preparation: Turn ON the TV. • • When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, select the video input mode on the TV. When a TV is connected only with an antenna cable, set to the •...
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Page 25: Manual Clock Setting
You must set the date and time manually for timer recordings and Daylight Saving Time if the Auto Clock process did not set them correctly. NOTE: After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the timer settings will be lost. -
Page 26: Loading And Unloading A Cassette Tape
Loading and Unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked • Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with this model. • This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings with regular VHS resolution. -
Page 27: Cassette Tape Playback
NOTES: • This VCR selects the playback tape speed SP or EP automatically. • The Cassette tape and DVD disc can be played back simultaneously. If you press VCR or DVD, the tape playback and DVD playback alternate with each other on the screen. -
Page 28: Special Playback
Special playback Picture Search Reverse picture search function Press REW x 1 or x 2 during the playback. Forward picture search function Press FF x 1 or x 2 during the playback. To return to playback: Press PLAY. Still Picture Press PAUSE during playback. -
Page 29: Zero Return Function
ZERO RETURN function/Video Index Search system NOTES for Counter Display: • If you rewind the tape beyond “00:00:00”, a minus sign (“–”) will be displayed in front of the time counter. • When you load a tape, the counter will reset to “00:00:00”. -
Page 30: Recording A Tv Program
Recording a TV program Recording and viewing the same TV program NOTES: • If the erase prevention tab is removed, the tape will eject when both the REC and PLAY are pressed for recording. • If you wish to watch the DVD playback during the normal recording on VCR, press DVD to change to DVD mode and perform the DVD playback (see... - Page 31 The “VCR” will go off and recording will continue. Select the TV channel you want to watch by using the TV channel selector. If the connected TV is JVC’s, use TV CH +/– after slide TV/ VCR/DVD switch to TV.
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Page 32: Instant Timer Recording (Itr)
Instant Timer Recording (ITR) The Instant Timer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. NOTE: If you wish to watch the DVD playback during the ITR, press DVD to change to DVD mode and perform the DVD play- back (see page 39). -
Page 33: Timer Recording
Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with the remote control. The built-in timer allows automatic unattended recording of up to 8 programs within 1 month. NOTES: • If the clock symbol ( ) blinks when the timer recording ended, the TV program has not been completely recorded because of an insufficient tape supply. - Page 34 Timer-recording Timer recording special case Weekly (e.g. WKL-TU: each Tuesday) or daily (e.g. MO-SA: Monday to Saturday) timer recording Follow the procedure of timer recording on the previous page. At picture 3 press SET + or – repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
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Page 35: Stereo Recording And Playback
Stereo recording and playback/Separate Audio Program (SAP) NOTES: • When playing back a tape that is not recorded in Hi-Fi stereo mode, the audio will automatically be monaural. • When listening to a VHS Hi-Fi video tape or MTS broadcast through the VHF/UHF jack (Audio/Video cable not connected), the sound will be monaural. -
Page 36: Duplicating A Video Tape
Duplicating a video tape/Duplicating a disc material onto a video tape Duplicating a video tape If you connect the VCR to another VCR or camcorder, you can duplicate a previously recorded tape. Make all connections before turning on the power. Load a blank cassette tape with the erase preven- tion tab intact into the recording VCR. -
Page 37: Disc
The following types of discs can be played on this unit. Disc type and logo mark DVD Video Video CD Audio CD Recordable CD-R/CD-RW ReWritable Region Number Region number (Regional restriction code) is built-in to the unit and DVD video discs. Region number “1”... -
Page 38: Setting Setup Language
Setting setup language The setup language can be selected. If the DVD/VCR does not operate properly: Static electricity, etc., may affect the player's operation. Disconnect the AC power cord once, then connect it again. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. •... -
Page 39: Playback Procedure
NOTES: • If a non-compatible disc is loaded, "Incorrect Disc", "Region Code Error" or "Parental Error" will appear on the TV screen according to the type of loaded disc. In this case, check your disc again (see pages 37 and 52). •... -
Page 40: Special Playback
Special playback Note: There may be a slight delay be- tween pressing the button and the function activation. NOTE: The unit is capable of holding a still video image or On screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or On screen display image displayed on your TV for an ex- tended period of time, you risk permanent... -
Page 41: Zooming
NOTES: • You can use the Pause, Slow, Search or Skip feature in the zoom mode. • In case of the Video-CD playback with PBC, the SEARCH MODE does not work. Zooming/Locating desired scene Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. •... -
Page 42: Repeat Playback
Repeat playback NOTES: • Some discs may not work with the repeat operation. • In A-B repeat mode, subtitles near point A or B may not appear. • Repeat playback is not available in multi-angle scenes. • You may not be able to set A-B Re- peat, depending on the scenes of the DVD. -
Page 43: Program Playback (Cd)
Program playback/Random playback (CD) NOTES: • To cancel program playback, select “Clear” at step 3 and press ENTER. • The program is cancelled when you open the disc tray or turn the power off. • In playing back the Video CD with PBC, you can not set Program playback and Random playback. -
Page 44: Mp3/Wma/Jpeg Playback
MP3/WMA/JPEG playback This player can play back the MP3/WMA/JPEG- data which has been recorded on CD-R or CD- RW. To produce the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data, you need a Windows-PC with CD-ROM drive and a MP3/WMA/JPEG-encoding Software (not supplied). The Apple-HFS-System can not be played. MP3/WMA/JPEG CD information Limitations on MP3/WMA/JPEG CD playback •... -
Page 45: Jpeg Cd Playback
About file menu Operation Elapsed time Media type File number Folder : Indicates MP3 file : Indicates WMA file : Indicates JPEG file NOTE: The picture menu is displayed when the FUJICOLOR CD or the Kodak Picture CD are played. To display the file menu press TITLE. Preparation: •... -
Page 46: Setting The Jpeg Interval
Setting the JPEG Interval Preparation: Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) Setting the JPEG Interval You can continuously play back all JPEG files automatically. -
Page 47: Setting The Select Files
When playing back a CD containing a mixture of MP3, WMA and JPEG files, only MP3/WMA or JPEG files can be displayed on the file menu. Setting the Select Files Preparation: Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. •... -
Page 48: Zooming (Jpeg Cd)
Zooming/Changing angles (JPEG CD) Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) Zooming This unit will allow you to zoom in on the JPEG image. -
Page 49: Marking Desired Scenes
The unit stores the points that you want to watch again up to 3 points. You can resume playback from each scene. NOTES: • Some discs may not work with the marking operation. • The marking is canceled when you open the disc tray or turn the power off. -
Page 50: Changing Soundtrack Language
Changing soundtrack language/Karaoke playback NOTES: • The vocal output feature is used during playback of Dolby Digital (multi-channel) recorded DVD KARAOKE discs. This feature allows you to turn off vocal audio tracks, or restore them for background accompaniment. • When playing Karaoke, connect appropriate audio equipment such as an amplifier to the DVD/VCR. -
Page 51: Subtitles
Subtitles/Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menu NOTES: • If the desired language is not heard after pressing the SUBTITLE button several times, the language is not recorded on the disc. • Changing soundtrack or subtitle language is cancelled when you open the disc tray. The initial default lan- guage or available language will be heard and seen if the disc is played back again. -
Page 52: Parental Control
Parental control Some discs are specified not suitable for children. Such discs can be prevented from play back with the unit. NOTES: • If each setup (page 46~48, 52~59) has been completed, the unit can always be worked under the same conditions (especially with DVD discs). -
Page 53: Temporary Disabling Of Rating Level By Dvd Disc
Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc Depending on the DVD disc, the disc may try to temporarily cancel the rating level that you have set. It is up to you to decide whether to cancel the rating level or not. NOTE: This temporary cancellation of rating level will be kept until the disc is ejected. -
Page 54: Setting Menu Language
Setting menu language You can select the language of the disc menu messages of DVDs. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) Press SET UP MENU in the stop mode. -
Page 55: Setting Subtitle Language
The same subtitle language can always be selected even if you replace the disc or turn the power off. NOTE: If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the first-priority language is selected. Setting subtitle language Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. -
Page 56: Setting Audio Soundtrack Language
Setting audio soundtrack language/Setting surround sound Setting audio soundtrack language The same audio soundtrack language can always be selected by your unit even if you replace the disc or turn the power off. NOTES: • If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the original language will be heard. -
Page 57: Setting The Aspect Ratio Of Tv Screen
You can select the aspect ratio for your TV. NOTE: If the DVD disc is not formatted in the pan & scan style, it displays 4:3 style. Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. •... -
Page 58: Setting On Screen Display
Setting on screen display/Status display of disc On screen display can be switched on or off when you press the buttons. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Make sure TV/VCR/DVD switch has been slided to VCR/DVD. Then press DVD to select the DVD mode. -
Page 59: Dynamic Range Control
DRC (Dynamic Range Control) enables you to control the dynamic range so as to achieve a suitable sound for your equipment. NOTES: • This function works only during playback of Dolby Digital recorded discs. • The level of Dynamic Range Reduction may differ depending on DVD video disc. -
Page 60: Language Code List
Language code list Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings "Audio", "Subtitle" and/or "Menu" (see pages 54- 56). Language Name Code Language Name Code Language Name Code Language Name Code Abkhazian 1112 Afar 1111 Afrikaans 1116 Albanian 2927 Amharic 1123 Arabic... -
Page 61: Problems And Troubleshooting
No picture. No sound. The remote control does not function. The DVD-keys on the RCU of the other JVC RECEIVER/TV is not effective. No CATV reception No POWER but a picture appears on the TV screen. TV recording does not work. -
Page 62: Video Head Cleaning
Problems and troubleshooting/Video head cleaning SYMPTOMS Stopping playback, search, slow- motion play, repeat play, or program play, etc. cannot be performed. No 4:3 (16:9) picture No on-screen display No surround sound The unit or remote operation key is not functioning. Playback does not start when the title is selected. -
Page 63: Specifications
GENERAL Power supply: AC 120V 60Hz Power consumption: Operation: 16W Stand by: 2W Weight: 7.9lbs (3.6 kg) Dimensions: Width : 16-15/16 inches (430 mm) Height : 3-7/8 inches (99 mm) Depth : 9-13/16 inches (249 mm) Inputs/Outputs: Video: In: 1Vp-p/75 ohm Out: 1Vp-p/75 ohm In: - 8 dBm/50K ohm Audio:... -
Page 64: How To Locate Your Jvc Service Center
Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products. -
Page 65: Limited Warranty
WHAT WE WILL DO: If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers. - Page 66 MEMO...
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