JVC HR-J260EU specifications EN Troubleshooting

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36ENTROUBLESHOOTING

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" 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. 35)

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".

Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected.

Set the input mode to "L-1".

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Contents HR-J260EU Safety Precautions Do not place the recorderCheck Contents Basic ConnectionsSituate Recorder Connect Recorder to MainsAuto Set Up EN Initial SettingsAuto Channel Set/ Auto Video Channel Set Turn on the RecorderPerform Auto SET UP Finish Auto SET UPSelect Language SET Date and TimePreset Download Perform Preset DownloadSET Video Channel Information Language Access Main Menu Screen ENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN DisplayOn-Screen Displays Return to Normal ScreenPower Save Mode TV Auto Power On Link FunctionsLI NK NexTView LinkColour System Set Colour SYSTEM, thenPress OK or #to select Appropriate colour systemBasic Playback Load a CassettePoint Start PlaybackPlayback Features PlaybackSearch Adjust Tracking Override Automatic TrackingManually Return to AutomaticAccess Mode SET Screen Select Picture Control SET ModeEN Playback Repeat PlaybackBasic Recording Recording Features Reset CounterSelect Channel to Watch SET Counter DisplayEngage ITR Mode Instant Timer Recording ITRSET Recording Duration Press Record on the recorderS.T. Picture System EN RecordingPreparation Highlight bar pointer to S.T., then press OK orRecording PlaybackOr press Record on the recorder Express Timer Programming Access Programme ScreenEnter Programme Start Time Enter Programme Stop TimeEngage RECORDER’S Timer Mode Timer WarningEnter Channel Position Press TV Prog +EN Timer Recording Check, Cancel And Replace ProgrammesAccess Program SCREEN/ Display Cancel or Replace a ProgrammeAuto Timer Access Main Menu ScreenAuto TIMER, then press OK or #to select eitherEdit From a Camcorder SET Recording DECK’S Input Mode Edit To Or From Another Video RecorderStart Source Player Start Recording DeckAccess Auto CH SET Tuner SetEN Subsi Diary Sett Ings Auto Channel SetPerform Auto Channel SET View Confirmation ScreenEN SU Bsidiary Settings Storing Channels ManuallyDelete a Channel Change Station Channel PositionSelect Item Delete ChannelAccess Manual Channel SET Screen Perform TuningAccess Manual Switch StationsTV Station And ID List Access Clock SET Screen Clock SetTurn the Recorder on SET Date and TimeAccess Video Channel SET Mode Exit Video Channel SET ModeVideo Channel Set SET RF Output SystemEN Troubleshooting Timer Recording Questions and Answers Index Front ViewEN Index Rear ViewRemote Control VCR, TV Prog +/-,TV +/-, TV MutingEN Specifications Rotary two-head helical scanMemo HR-J260EU