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SAFETY 
FIRST
Safety Precautions
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
■When you are not using the recorder for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the mains outlet.
■Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.
ATTENTION
1.This recorder can also receive SECAM colour television signals for recording and playback.
2.Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce monochrome pictures if played back on another video recorder of SECAM standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on another video recorder of PAL standard.
3.SECAM prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a SECAM video recorder produce monochrome pictures when played back with this recorder.
IMPORTANT
■Please read the various precautions on this page before installing or operating the recorder.
■It should be noted that it may be unlawful to
The STANDBY/ON 
button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating
current on and off. " 
" shows electrical power standby and " " shows ON.
HR-J448EE:
Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long Play) or EP (Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on a
HR-J249/248/245EE:
LP and EP mode recording and playback are not possible with this video recorder.
POWER SYSTEM
This set operates on voltage of AC110 – 240 V`(Rating), AC90 – 260 V` (Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic switching.
Warning on lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025; use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
■Dispose of used battery promptly.
■Keep away from children.
■Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
PAL NTSC
■Only cassettes marked "VHS" can be used with this videorecorder.
■HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
■SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the recorder, remote control or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the recorder . . .
... in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.
... in direct sunlight.
... in a dusty environment.
... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.
... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2.DO NOT block the recorder’s ventilation openings.
3.DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote control.
4.DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the recorder or remote control.
5.AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely humid
ABOUT HEAD CLEANING
Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or inter- rupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur.