JVC HR-J468EU, HR-J311EU No power is applied to the recorder, Remote control wont function

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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

1.No power is applied to the recorder.

2.The clock is functioning properly, but the recorder cannot be powered.

3.The remote control won't function.

TAPE TRANSPORT

SYMPTOM

1.The tape does not run during recording.

2.The tape will not rewind or fast- forward.

PLAYBACK

SYMPTOM

1.The playback picture does not appear while the tape is running.

2.Noise appears during visual search.

3.Noise appears during normal playback.

4.The playback picture is blurred or interrupted while TV broadcasts are clear.

RECORDING

SYMPTOM

1.Recording cannot be started.

2.TV broadcasts cannot be recorded.

3.Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.

4.Camcorder recording is not possible.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●The mains power cord is discon- nected.

●“ä“ is displayed on the display panel with Auto Timer set to "OFF".

●The batteries are discharged.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●““ is displayed on the display panel.

●The tape is already fully rewound or fast-forwarded.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●If you’re using the RF OUT connec- tion . . .

. . . the TV receiver’s channel selector is not set to the VIDEO channel.

. . . the recorder's VIDEO channel has not been correctly set.

●If you’re using the AV connection, the TV receiver is not set to the AV mode.

●This is normal.

●The automatic tracking mode is engaged.

●The video heads may be dirty.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●There is no cassette loaded, or the cassette loaded has had its Record Safety tab removed.

●“L-1” or “L-2” has been selected as the input mode.

●The source (another video recorder, camcorder) has not been properly connected.

●All necessary power switches have not been turned on.

●The input mode is not correct.

●The camcorder has not been properly connected.

●The input mode is not correct.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Connect the mains power cord.

Press the ä button to turn the “ä“ indicator off.

Replace the dead batteries with new ones.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Press PLAY to turn the ““ indicator off.

Check the cassette.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

If you are using the RF OUT connec- tion . . .

. . . set the TV receiver to the VIDEO channel. (☞ pg. 5)

. . . perform "Video Channel Set". (☞ pg. 44)

If you are using the AV connection, set the TV to its AV mode.

Try manual tracking. (☞ pg. 15)

Consult your JVC dealer.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Insert a cassette, or using adhesive tape, reseal the slot where the tab was removed.

Set to the desired channel.

Confirm that the source is properly connected.

Confirm that all units’ power switches are turned on.

Set the input mode to “L-1” or “L-2”.

Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected.

Set the input mode to “L-1” or “L-2”.

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Contents HR-J468EU HR-J311EU HR-J268EU For Italy Safety PrecautionsTo HR-J468EU Owners To HR-J311/268EU OwnersBasic Connections Check ContentsSituate Recorder Connect Recorder to MainsIf you are referring to the front display panel Auto Set UpIf you are referring to the on-screen display International Telephone Country CodeVia an RF cable only RF connection Language CodeYour TV to the Video Channel. Refer to ThisENU Preset DownloadLanguage for the on-screen display If both auto channel set and auto clock set have failedJust Clock Just Clock onLanguage ENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN Display Access Main Menu ScreenOn-Screen Displays Return to Normal ScreenPower Save Mode TV Auto Power On Access Mode SET ScreenLink Functions NexTView LinkAbout Ntsc Playback Colour System SetPress %Þ to move the highlight bar pointer to Colour SYSTEM, then press OK or # to selectLoad a Cassette Basic PlaybackPoint Start PlaybackPlayback Features PlaybackActivate HIGH-SPEED Search Override Automatic Tracking Adjust TrackingManually Return to AutomaticAuto SP→LP Timer appears only with the HR-J468EU Select Picture Control SET ModeRepeat Playback Picture ControlBasic Recording Reset Counter Recording FeaturesSelect Channel to Watch SET Counter DisplayInstant Timer Recording ITR Engage ITR ModeSET Recording Duration Press Record on the recorderS.T. Picture System Preparation#to set to on or OFF Recording PlaybackOr press Record on the recorder Timer Programming Timer Warning Satellite Tuner UsersPress SP/LP Before performing Express Timer Programming Express Timer ProgrammingStart Time TimeTimer Mode SET VPS/PDC ModeSET Tape Speed HR-J468EU only Engage RECORDER’SPress ä Timer Check, Cancel And Replace ProgrammesPress Again to check More information. Each Time you press Next programmesAuto Timer Auto SP→LP Timer HR-J468EU onlyFor Example OK or #to select eitherProg REC Mode Automatic Satellite Programme RecordingBefore performing the following steps Edit From a Camcorder Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder Input ModeSET Recording DECK’S Start Source PlayerAV2 Select Setting RecorderHR-J468EU HR-J311/268EU Satellite Tuner Unit Connection To Satellite TunerBack of TV Back of RecorderSet AV2 Select to AV2. pg DecoderSelect Input Mode Connecting Using a DecoderConnect Decoder SET TunerNumber Showview SetupEnter Receiving Channel Position Number Guide Program Number SetTuner Set Access Auto CH SETAuto Channel Set Language of your choiceView Confirmation Screen Perform Auto Channel SETStoring Channels Manually Delete a Channel When Receiving a Scrambled BroadcastChange Station Channel Position Press %Þ @ #until the item you want to move beginsPerform Tuning Access Manual Channel SET ScreenAccess Manual Switch StationsTV Station And ID List Clock Set Turn the Recorder onSET Date and Time Recorder is preset to receive clock setting Default setting is OFF. Set as desired by pressingSET Just Clock Channel position to the number representingExit Video Channel SET Mode Access Video Channel SET ModeVideo Channel Set SET RF Output SystemRemote control wont function No power is applied to the recorderMains power cord is discon- nected If you’re using the RF OUT connec- tionRoubleshooting Quest Ions and Answers EN Ä remain lit on the display panel. Is there Problem?EN Index Rear View VCR, TV Prog +/-,TV +/-, TV Muting Remote ControlMaximum recording time Rotary two-head herical scanIN/OUT x 1, IN/DECODER x Ex. Francais is selected for Belgium Auto Set Up referring to the display panel