JVC HR-S8500E/EH specifications 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 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 disconnected.

●“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 or S-VIDEO 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”, “F-1” or “S-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. 7)

. . . perform "Video Channel Set". (☞ pg. 49)

If you are using the AV or S-VIDEO connection, set the TV to its AV mode.

Try manual tracking. (☞ pg. 15)

Consult your JVC dealer.

Engage and adjust tracking manually. (☞ pg. 15)

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”, “F-1” or “S-1”.

Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected.

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

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Contents HR-S8500E/EH Safety Precautions For Italy Do not place the recorderCheck Contents Basic ConnectionsSituate Recorder Connect Recorder to MainsVideo Connection Connect Recorder to TVBack of Recorder Auto Set Up If you are referring to the front display panelIf you are referring to the on-screen display Supplied with your TV set for how to do this Language CodeVia the provided RF cable only RF connection Your Video ChannelIf both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed Language for the on-screen displayJust Clock Just Clock onLanguage On-Screen Displays Power Save Mode Colour System Set About Ntsc PlaybackOK or% Basic Playback Load a CassettePoint Start PlaybackPlayback Features PlaybackStill Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback Slow MotionAdjust Tracking Activate HIGH-SPEED SearchManually Return to AutomaticDigital 3R Digital TBC/NRActivate Spatializer SpatializerSoundtrack Selection During PlaybackAudio signal during TimeScan Time JOG & Scan IndicatorTimeScan Variable-Speed SearchTimeScan TimeScan AudioSpeed SP Speed LP Audio output Basic Recording Recording Features Engage ITR ModeSelect Channel to Watch SET Recording DurationMode Locate Start PointResume Recording RetakeAdjust Audio Hi-Fi Audio Recording Level ControlReceiving Stereo And Bilingual Programmes To Record Stereo And Bilingual Programmes A2S.T. Picture System PreparationHighlight bar pointer to MODE%SET, then press Recording PlaybackOr press Record on the recorder During B.E.S.TTimer Programming Timer Warning Satellite Tuner UsersExpress Timer Programming Before performing Express Timer ProgrammingStart Time TimeSET VPS/PDC Mode Timer ModeEngage RECORDER’S VPS/PDC RecordingCheck, Cancel And Replace Programmes Press Again to check More information. EachTime you press Next programmes Information appearsAuto SP→LP Timer Auto TimerProg REC Mode Automatic Satellite Programme RecordingBefore performing the following steps Remote Control Functions Remove Power SupplySET Remote Control Code RE-SUPPLY PowerTV Multi-brand Remote Control Control Your TV Using Additional ButtonsSET TV Brand Code Operate TVSatellite Tuner Multi-Brand Remote Control SET Satellite TunerBrand Code Operate Satellite TunerEditing Mode Setting Preparation For EditingReturn to Normal Screen Advantages Of S-VHS Video RecordersIf the camcorder has no S-VIDEO output connector Recorder If the camcorder has an S-VIDEO output connector RecorderEdit From Camcorder PlayerInput Mode SET Edit ModeEdit To Or From Another Video Recorder Make ConnectionsAV2 Select Setting Recorder PlayerHR-S8500EHR-S8500EH SET Input Mode Reset the CounterInsert Editing Locate END PointStart Editing END Insert EditingRandom Assemble Editing Locate EDIT-IN Point Locate EDIT-OUT PointStart R.A. Edit END R.A. EditAudio Dubbing Engage Audio DubbingAudio OUT Start Dubbing END Audio DubbingSwitch Connection To a Satellite TunerSatellite Tuner Unit AV2 IN/DECODERConnecting Using a Decoder Select Input ModeConnect Decoder SET TunerConnecting Using a Stereo System Audio Cable not provided SpeakerRear View Access 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 ManuallyWhen Receiving a Scrambled Broadcast Delete a ChannelChange Station Channel Position 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 TimeSET Just Clock SET Clock Data Source Channel PositionStart Clock Operation No power is applied to the recorder Remote control wont functionMains power cord is disconnected If you’re using the RF OUT connec- tionTimer Recording EN Questions and Answers Ä remain lit on the display panel. Is there Problem?Open the lid to access covered buttons/connectors IndexEN Index Remote Control Specifications Maximum recording timeMemo HR-S8500E/EH Ex. Francais is selected for BelgiumInternational Telephone Language Code For More Information see INSTRUCTIONS/P6