JVC HR-S7722EK, HR-S7700EK setup guide Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart to see if you can correct 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 recorder.			● The mains power cord is disconnected.		Connect the mains power cord.

2. The clock is functioning properly,			● “ä“ is displayed on the display		Press the äbutton to turn the “ä“
	but the recorder cannot be powered.		panel with Auto Timer set to "OFF".		indicator off.

3.	The remote control won’t function.		● The batteries are discharged.		Replace the dead batteries with new
					ones.

TAPE TRANSPORT
	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.	The tape does not run during		● “ “ is displayed on the display		Press PLAY to turn the “ “ indicator
	recording.		panel.		off.

2.	The tape will not rewind or fast-		● The tape is already fully rewound or		Check the cassette.
	forward.		fast-forwarded.

PLAYBACK

	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.	The playback picture does not		● If you’re using the RF connection . . .		If you are using the RF connection . . .
	appear while the tape is running.		. . . the TV receiver’s channel selector		. . . set the TV receiver to the VIDEO
			is not set to the VIDEO channel.		channel. (☞ pg. 8)
			. . . the recorder's VIDEO channel		. . . Perform "Video Channel Set"
			has not been correctly set.		(☞ pg. 46)
			● If you’re using the AV or S-VIDEO		If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO
			connection, the TV receiver is not set		connection, set the TV to its AV mode.
			to the AV mode.

2.	Noise appears during visual search.		● This is normal.

3.	Noise appears during normal		● The automatic tracking mode is		Try manual tracking (☞ pg. 24).
	playback.		engaged.

4.	The playback picture is blurred or		● The video heads may be dirty.		Use a dry cleaning cassette JVC
	interrupted while TV broadcasts are				TCL-2U or consult your JVC dealer.
	clear or "USE CLEANING
	CASSETTE" message appears on the
	screen.

5.	Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi		● Automatic tracking is engaged.		Engage and adjust tracking manually
	soundtrack.				(☞ pg. 24) or press AUDIO to
					change the soundtrack to "NORM"
					(☞Ê pg.Ê 25).

RECORDING

	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
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.		● “L-1”, “L-2”, “SAT”, “F-1” or “S-1”		Set to the desired preset.
			has been selected as the input
			mode.

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Contents HR-S7700EK HR-S7722EK Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Safety PrecautionsDo not place the recorder Moisture CondensationSome Dos And Donts On The Safe Use Of Equipment Quick SET UP Guide To connect to a TV with 21-pin AV input connector Scart Back of TVBack of Recorder Video Connection Mains outlet Mains Power CordAuto for Auto Set Up function Before performing the following procedure, make sure thatRefer to With the AV or S-VIDEO connection Tion pg and the TV is turned on,Shows either the display as illustrated on Or remote control until the display panelProgress, this process will be interrupted You will need to start again. See Notes belowIf both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed If auto channel set has succeeded but auto clock set has notLink Functions TV Auto Power OnTurn on the Recorder NexTView LinkSatellite Receiver Control Setting Enter Satellite RECEIVER’S Brand Select Satellite RECEIVER’S Channel for TestingCheck Result of Test Channel positionLoad a Cassette PlaybackFind Programme Start Point Start PlaybackActivate HIGH-SPEED Search Pause During PlaybackRecording Reset Counter Select Preset to WatchEngage ITR Mode SET Counter DisplayAccess Video PLUS+ Screen Video Plus+ Timer ProgrammingAccess Video PLUS+ Program Screen Enter Pluscode NumberPDC Recording Timer WarningBefore performing Express Timer Programming Express Timer ProgrammingTime Enter Programme DateTimer Mode SET PDC ModeReturn to Normal Engage RECORDER’SAccess Programme SCREEN/ Display Check, Cancel And Replace ProgrammesCancel or Replace a Programme Return to Timer ModeCancel or Change Programme Setting When programmes overlap each otherTo cancel a programme Confirm Overlapping ProgrammesDigital TBC/NR Playback Picture AdjustmentManual Tracking Digital 3RReceiving Nicam Stereo And Bilingual Programmes Selecting Sound You WantSoundtrack Selection During PlaybackActivate Index Search Looking For Scene You WantActivate Instant Review Skip Over UnwantedSuper VHS S-VHS VHS ET and VHS Recording According To Tape TypeS.T. Picture System Playback/ Recording According To Tape Charac- teristicsRecording PlaybackOr press Record on the recorder Automatic Satellite Programme Recording Connector TV Aerial cable Audio in connectorSatellite Receiver Unit AerialREC Mode Select L-2 Select ModeScreen Engage Auto Satellite ProgAccess Mode SET Screen Access Main Menu ScreenSelect Picture Control SET Mode Minimizing Picture Degradation While EditingSET Edit Mode SET RECORDER’S Input ModeMake Connections Start CamcorderSET Edit Mode Input ModeEdit To Or From Another Video Recorder SET Recording DECK’SRecorder Player SELECT/INPUT Setting OUTPUT/INPUT SettingLocate Start Point SET Input ModeEngage Audio Dubbing Start DubbingReset the Counter Insert EditingLocate END Point Engage Insert Editing Start EditingEND Insert Editing ENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN Display Other FunctionsOn-Screen Display Power Save Mode Auto TimerNext Function Memory For Example Auto SP→LP TimerSET, then press OK or # Then press OK or #to selectResume Recording Engage RECORD-PAUSE ModeRepeat Playback Ntsc PlaybackSpeaker Television Mains outlet Connection To Stereo SystemVideo Plus+ Setup NumberGuide Program Number Set Exit Video Channel SET Mode Access Video Channel SET ModeVideo Channel Set SET Video ChannelWith RF Connection Tuner Set Perform Auto Channel SETAuto Channel Set Procedures Screen preset positionsAfter Scan Completed Is displayed on the screenSelect Band Storing Channels ManuallyInput Channel Enter NEW Channel InformationChange Station Preset Position When Receiving a Scrambled BroadcastFine-Tuning Channels Already Stored Delete a ChannelSwitch Stations Access ManualChannel SET Screen Select NEW StationTV Station And ID List TV Station Channel Number Guide Just Clock Clock SetQuestions And Answers Ä remain lit on the display panel. Is there Problem?What happens if the tape runs out during recording? Troubleshooting Subsidi ARY Information Ejected, and ä and on Record Safety tab removedFront View IndexRear View Display Panel Remote Control VCR, TV PR +/-,TV +/-, TV Muting Timer Button engages timer-standby mode. pgDA4 Double Azimuth helical Maximum recording time