JVC Model HR-J660EK setup guide Troubleshooting

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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

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.

5.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.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●The mains power cord is disconnected.

●“ “ 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.

●Automatic tracking is engaged.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

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

●“L-1” or “L-2” 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.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Connect the mains power cord.

Press the button to turn the “ “ 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. 6)

. . . Perform "Video Channel Set" (☞ pg. 30)

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

Try manual tracking (☞ pg. 20).

Consult your JVC dealer.

Engage and adjust tracking manually. (☞ pg. 20)

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Insert a cassette, or using adhesive tape, reseal the slot where the tab was removed.

Set to the desired preset.

Confirm that the source is properly connected.

Confirm that all units’ power switches are turned on.

Set the input mode to “L-1” or “L-2”.

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Contents HR-J665EK HR-J660EK HR-J665ES Safety Precautions Do not place the recorderSome Dos And Donts On The Safe Use Of Equipment Quick SET UP G Uide Back of TV Back of RecorderBefore performing the following procedure, make sure that Your TV via both an RF cable and a 21-pinGo 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 PlaybackActivate HIGH-SPEED Search PlaybackActivate SLOW-MOTION Playback SearchRecording Engage ITR Mode Select Preset to WatchReset Counter SET Counter DisplayVideo Plus+ Timer Programming Satellite Receiver Users Timer WarningPDC Recording Press SP/LPExpress Timer Programming SET PDC Mode Press TV Prog +/- toCheck, Cancel And Replace Programmes Activate Instant Review Looking For Scene You WantActivate Index Search Skip Over UnwantedPlayback/ Recording According To Tape Charac- teristics Turn on the RecorderS.T. Picture System Recording PlaybackOr press Record on the recorder Select Picture Control SET Mode Access Main MenuAccess Mode SET Adjust TrackingSoundtrack Selection Selecting Sound You WantReceiving Nicam Stereo And Bilingual Programmes During PlaybackOutdoor Unit Satellite Cable Aerial connectorAutomatic Satellite Programme Recording Satellite Receiver UnitEngage Auto Satellite Prog REC Mode Press SP/LP on the remote control to set the tape speedBefore performing the following steps Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder SET Recording DECK’S Input ModeSET Edit Mode Make ConnectionsStart Camcorder SET RECORDER’S Input ModeEdit From a Camcorder Start RecorderENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN Display Access Main Menu ScreenAccess Mode SET Screen Other FunctionsSelect Mode Auto SP→LP TimerAuto Timer Ntsc Playback Activate RepeatRepeat Playback Next Function MemoryConnection To Stereo System Audio Cable not provided SpeakerVideo Channel Set Access Video CHAN- NEL SET ModeExit Video Channel SET Mode SET Video ChannelAccess Video Chan NEL SET Mode With RF ConnectionNEL SET Tuner SetPerform Auto Chan Auto Channel SetAfter Scan Completed Screen preset positionsProcedures Is displayed on the screenStoring Channels Manually Change Station Preset Delete a ChannelPosition Select NEW Station Access Manual Channel SET ScreenSwitch Stations Close ConfirmationTV Station And ID List TV Station Channel Number Guide Clock Set Just ClockAccess Guide Prog SET Screen Video Plus+ SetupAccess Initial SET Screen Enter Guide Prog NumberQuestions And Answers Remain lit on the display panel. Is there Problem?What happens if the tape runs out during recording? Troubleshooting Re-perform the clock and/or timer settings Camcorder recording is not possibleIndex Front ViewProgramme Time Indicators show the programme AV2 IN/DECODER Connector enables connectionSymbolic Mode Indicators E.S.T. Picture System Display lights from bottom toRemote Control Auto Tracking Button enables/disables auto VCR, TV Prog +/-,TV +/-, TV MutingIN/OUT x 1, IN/DECODER x Maximum recording timeDA4 Double Azimuth helical VHF 44.5 143/143 470 MHz