JVC HR-S9500EK Troubleshooting, No power is applied to the recorder, Connect the mains power cord

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SUBSIDIARYINFORMATION (cont.)

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.

 

 

 

 

 

● The VCR/TV/SAT switch is in the

 

Set the switch to the position

 

 

 

 

 

wrong position.

 

corresponding with the unit you want

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to operate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 OUT connec-

If you are using the RF OUT connec-

 

 

appear while the tape is running.

 

tion . . .

tion . . .

 

 

 

 

 

. . . 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 during visual search

 

 

 

 

 

 

other than TimeScan.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Noise appears during normal

 

● The automatic tracking mode is

Try manual tracking (☞ pg. 22).

 

 

playback.

 

 

engaged.

 

 

4.

The playback picture is blurred or

 

● The video heads may be dirty.

Consult your JVC dealer.

 

 

interrupted while TV broadcasts are

 

 

 

 

 

 

clear.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi

 

● Automatic tracking is engaged.

Engage and adjust tracking manually.

 

 

soundtrack.

 

 

 

(☞ pg. 22)

 

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”, “F-1” or “S-1” has been

Set to the desired preset.

 

 

 

selected as the input mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.

● The source (another video recorder,

Confirm that the source is properly

 

 

 

camcorder) has not been properly

connected.

 

 

 

connected.

 

 

 

 

● All necessary power switches have

Confirm that all units’ power switches

 

 

 

not been turned on.

are turned on.

 

 

 

● The input mode is not correct.

Set the input mode to “L-1”,“L-2”,

 

 

 

 

 

“F-1” or “S-1”.

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Contents HR-S9500EK Safety Precautions Connection to the mains supply in the United KingdomMoisture Condensation Do not place the recorderSome Dos And Donts On The Safe Use Of Equipment Quick SET UP Guide Back of TV AV1 OUT switchTo connect to a TV with 21-pin AV input connector Scart Mains outletMains outlet Mains Power Cord Back of TV Audio in connectorsBack of Recorder Will appear Beginning Before performing the following procedure, make sure thatGo to item Auto Set Up results appear on the display panel If both auto channel set and auto clock set have failedPoint PlaybackLoad a Cassette Start PlaybackPlayback Activate HIGH-SPEED SearchRecording Engage ITR Mode Select Preset to WatchReset Counter SET Counter DisplayPress Prog Video Plus+ Timer ProgrammingBefore performing Video Plus+ Timer Programming Correct numberTimer Warning PDC RecordingStart Time Express Timer ProgrammingBefore performing Express Timer Programming TimeReturn to Normal SET PDC ModeTimer Mode ScreenCheck, Cancel And Replace Programmes Recording According To Tape Type VHS Super VHS and VHSTurn on the Recorder Playback/ Recording According To Tape Charac- teristicsS.T. Picture System Or press Record on the recorder RecordingPlayback During B.E.S.TDigital TBC/NR Playback Picture AdjustmentManual Tracking Digital 3RSections Looking For Scene You WantSkip Over Unwanted Activate Index SearchVariable-Speed Search/ Reverse Play Audio signal during TimeScanTimeScan Normal recorderSpeed SP Speed LP Audio output TimeScanTimeScan Audio Forward Search Play Slow-Motion StillSoundtrack Selection Selecting Sound You WantReceiving Nicam Stereo And Bilingual Programmes During PlaybackReturn to Normal Screen Access Main MenuAdjust Audio Activate SpatializerSatellite Receiver Unit Switch SignalAutomatic Satellite Programme Recording Rear panel AV1 OUTEngage Auto Satellite Prog REC Mode Access Mode SET ScreenSelect AV2 Select Mode Before performing the following stepsRemote Con- trol Functions TV Multi-brand Remote ControlControl Your TV Using Additional Buttons SET TV Brand CodeSET Satellite Receiver Brand Code SET Remote Control CodeRE-SUPPLY Power Operate Satellite ReceiverMinimizing Picture Degradation While Editing Editing Mode SettingAdvantages Of S-VHS Video Recorders Edit From Camcorder Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder Your recorder AV2 Select SettingTV Receiver Quality S-VHS picturesLoad Source Cassette Access R.A. Edit ScreenPrepare for Editing Start Source PlaybackStart R.A. Edit Locate EDIT-IN PointLocate EDIT-OUT Point END R.A. EditInsert Editing SET Input ModeReset the Counter Locate END PointStart Editing Engage Insert EditingEND Insert Editing END Audio Dubbing Engage Audio DubbingStart Dubbing Audio OUTInformation On J Terminal Terminal JLIPJoint Level Interface Protocol ConnectorAccess Initial SET Screen SET Jlip ID NumberENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN Display Access Main Menu ScreenAccess Mode SET Screen Other FunctionsAuto SP→LP Timer Auto TimerRetake Repeat PlaybackNtsc Playback Next Function MemoryConnection To Stereo System Audio Cable not provided SpeakerVideo Channel Set Access Video Channel SET ModeExit Video Channel SET Mode SET Video ChannelWith RF Connection Perform Auto Channel SET Tuner SetAuto Channel Set After Scan Completed Screen preset positionsProcedures Is displayed on the screenInformation Storing Channels ManuallyEnter NEW Channel Close Confirmation ScreenFine-Tuning Channels Already Stored Change Station Preset PositionDelete a Channel Close Confirmation Access Manual Channel SET ScreenSelect NEW Station Select Station Name CharacterTV Station And ID List Station NameTV Station Channel Number Guide Clock Set Just ClockNumber Video Plus+ SetupGuide Program Number Set Questions And Answers Ä remain lit on the display panel. Is there Problem?No power is applied to the recorder TroubleshootingConnect the mains power cord Timer Recording Won’t stopSpatializer Button enables/disables Spatializer. pg IndexAudio OUT L/R Connectors enable Rear ViewRemote Control How To Use Audio OUT x 1 S-Video connectors in x 1, OUT x DA4 Double Azimuth helical
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