JVC HR-J758EH, HR-DD858EH No power is applied to the recorder, Remote control wont function

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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

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 normal playback.

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

4.Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi soundtrack

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.

●The automatic tracking mode is engaged.

●The video heads may be dirty.

●Automatic tracking is engaged.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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

●“L-1”, “L-2” or “F-1” 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 äbutton 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. 45)

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

Try manual tracking. (☞ pg. 14)

Consult your JVC dealer.

Engage and adjust tracking manually. (☞ pg. 14)

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”, “L-2” or “F-1”.

Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected.

Set the input mode to “L-1”, “L-2” or “F-1”.

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Contents HR-DD858E/EH HR-J758E/EH Do not place the recorder Safety PrecautionsFor Italy Check Contents Basic ConnectionsSituate Recorder Connect Recorder to MainsAuto Set Up If you are referring to the front display panelIf you are referring to the on-screen display International Telephone Country CodeLanguage Code Via an RF cable only RF connectionVideo Channel Your TV to the Video Channel. Refer toIf both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed Language for the on-screen displayJust Clock Just Clock onLanguage Access Main Menu Screen Access Mode SET ScreenENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN Display On-Screen DisplaysOK or % Power Save ModeSelect Power Save Mode Colour System Set About Ntsc PlaybackOK or% Appears only with HR-DD858E and HR DD858EHBasic Playback Load a CassettePoint Start PlaybackPause During Playback Playback FeaturesActivate HIGH-SPEED Search Slow Motion For HR-J758E/EH High-Speed Turbo Search For HR-J758E/EHStill Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback For HR-J758E/EH Adjust Tracking Activate 3R PictureOverride Automatic Tracking ManuallyActivate Instant Review Skip Over UnwantedSections Activate Spatializer SpatializerSoundtrack Selection During PlaybackRepeat Playback Audio signal during TimeScan TimeScanVariable-Speed Search HR-DD858E/EH only Press Pause Press TV Prog + or so that the vibration stopsTimeScan TimeScan AudioSpeed SP Speed LP Audio output HR-DD858EHR-DD858EHBasic Recording Recording Features Type of Broadcast On-screen Display Being Received Receiving Stereo Bilingual ProgrammesTo Record Stereo And Bilingual Programmes A2 Adjust Audio Hi-Fi Audio Recording Level Control HR-DD858E/EH onlyPreparation Select B.E.S.T. ModeS.T. Picture System Recording PlaybackOr press Record on the recorder During B.E.S.TTimer Programming Timer Warning Satellite Tuner UsersExpress Timer Programming Start TimeEnter Programme Stop TimeSET VPS/PDC Mode Timer ModeEngage RECORDER’S VPS/PDC RecordingCheck, Cancel And Replace Programmes PressPress Again to check More information. Each Time you pressFor Example Auto SP→LP TimerAuto Timer Before performing the following steps Prog REC ModeAutomatic Satellite Programme Recording Remote Control Functions Remove Power SupplySET Remote Control Code RE-SUPPLY PowerTV/VCR, TV +/- Volume SET TV Brand CodeOperate TV TV Prog +Satellite Tuner Multi-Brand Remote Control Operate Satellite TunerBefore you start Satellite Tuner Brand CodeSET Recording DECK’S Input Mode Edit To Or From Another Video RecorderMake Connections Start Source PlayerAV2 Select Setting SET RECORDER’S Input Mode Edit From a CamcorderStart Camcorder Start RecorderSET Input Mode Locate Start PointEngage Audio Dubbing Start DubbingReset the Counter Insert EditingLocate END Point ProgEND Insert Editing Engage Insert EditingStart Editing Back of Recorder Connection To Satellite TunerSatellite Tuner Unit Connecting Using a Decoder Select Input ModeConnect Decoder SET TunerConnecting Using a Stereo System AUX in or Tape MonitorAccess Video Channel SET Mode Exit Video Channel SET ModeVideo Channel Set SET Video ChannelTuner Set Auto Channel SetPerform Auto Channel SET View Confirmation ScreenEnter NEW Channel Information Storing Channels ManuallyChange Station Channel Position When Receiving a Scrambled BroadcastDelete a Channel Access Manual Switch StationsChannel SET Screen Select NEW StationTV Station And ID List Station NamePerform Tuning Fine-Tuning Channels Already StoredSelect Channel to FINE-TUNE Press OK twice. The Manual Channel Set screen appearsShowview Setup NumberEnter Receiving Channel Position Number Guide Program Number SetAccess Initial SET Screen Access Clock SET ScreenClock Set SET Date and TimeStart Clock Operation SET Just ClockSET Clock Data Source Channel Position No power is applied to the recorder Remote control wont functionMains power cord is discon- nected If you’re using the RF OUT connec- tionTimer Recording EN Questions and Answers Ä remain lit on the display panel. Is there Problem?Index EN Index HR-DD858E/EH onlyRemote Control Frequency synthesized tuner Maximum recording timeIN/OUT x 1, IN/DECODER x Memo For More Information see INSTRUCTIONS/P4 Ex. Francais is selected for BelgiumInternational Telephone Language Code