JVC SR-VS30U Accessories, Product and Cart Combination, Servicing, Damage Requiring Service, Heat

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USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short- out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on page 5. Use this when searching for information on a specific procedure or feature.

The Index on pages 6 – 11 lists frequently-used terms, and the number of the page on which they are used or explained in the manual. This section also illustrates the controls and connections on the front and rear panel, the front display panel and the remote control.

The  mark signals a reference to another page for instructions or related information.

Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the beginning of each major section.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR . . .

. . . please read the sections/literature listed below.

“CAUTIONS” on page 2

“IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on pages 3 – 4

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Contents Video Cassette Recorder For Customer UseDear Customer Moisture CondensationImportant Product Safety Instructions Accessories Damage Requiring ServiceCleaning Replacement PartsContents Front View IndexRear View Symbolic Mode Indicators Front Display PanelHow To Use Remote10 EN ON-SCREEN Display for VHS deckTo recall an indication Press DISPLAY/OSDON-SCREEN Display for DV deck Check the contents Connect the VCR to power source12 EN Situate the VCRVideo Connection 8To connect to a TV with S-VIDEO/AUDIO input connectorsYou can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures Perform Plug & Play setup What to do if Plug & Play setting failedPlug & Play Set 14 ENLanguage Access the Clock Set screen Clock Set16 EN PreparationsSemiauto Clock Set Manual Clock SetAccess the Tuner Set screen Tuner Set18 EN Auto Channel SetAccess the Manual Channel Set screen Manual Channel SetAdd or skip the desired channels To add channelsInstalling Controller 20 ENSetting cable boxs brand and channel Access the Cable Box Set screenAccess the Main Menu screen on the VCR Select the cable box’s channelEnter the cable box’s brand 22 ENIf the cable box’s channel does not change to How to control the DBS receiver If your DBS receiver has audio/video output connectorsDBS receiver Setting DBS receivers brand and channel Turn on the DBS receiverSelect the DBS receiver’s channel If you do not use a DBS receiver, press rt until OFFController during timer recording Scheduled start time of timer recordingRecording Because it has no remote sensor, you cannot useBasic Playback VHS deckChoose a program Set the tape speedStart recording Pause/Resume recording28 EN Still Picture/Frame-By-FramePlayback On the VCR Slow Motion On the VCRSlow Motion On the Remote Variable Speed Search On the Remote30 EN Index SearchRepeat Playback Next Function MemoryAdjust the tracking manually Manual TrackingSoundtrack Selection Override automatic tracking32 EN Instant Timer Recording ITRVHS deck Record One Program While Watching Another Reset the counter Press C.RESET before starting recording or playbackElapsed Recording Time Indication Tape Remaining TimeRetake 34 ENSecond Audio Recording Playback Active Video CalibrationRecording Select the DV deck DV deckPress DV DV recording indicator lights on the VCR 38 EN Picture may appear distorted during variable speed searchVS30U1a-EN.fm Page 39 Thursday, January 31, 2002 335 PM 40 EN DV deck Record One Program While Watching Another Time CodeAccess the PlusCode No. screen Access the VCR Plus+ Program screenPrograming Select the deckCable Box or DBS Receiver Users Guide Channel Number SetAccess the Guide Channel Set screen 44 ENGuide Channel Number Set Enter the Guide Channel numberGuide Channel Number Enter the receiving channel position numberExpress Timer Access the PlusCode screenAccess the Program screen Enter the program start timeYou can program the timer while a regular recording is Timer ProgramingPerform Cable Box Control Setting on page 20 or DBS Anytime during steps 5 through 10, press WeeklyEnter the program mode Engage the VCR’s timer mode24HR Quick Programing 48 ENVS30U2-EN.fm Page 49 Thursday, January 31, 2002 338 PM To cancel or change a program Check, cancel and change programs50 EN Overlap each other on the VHS deck Select the program to modifySTART+/- , STOP+/- , DATE+/- , CH+/- , and/or SP/EP Tape Dubbing 52 ENDubbing An Entire Cassette From DV to VHSFrom VHS to DV Dubbing An Entire Cassette Press DV, then press SP/LP p54 EN Locate the start point on the DV deckPrepare the VHS deck for dubbing Pause dubbingLocate the start point on the VHS deck From VHS to DVPrepare the DV deck for dubbing 56 EN Recorder PlayerSet the input mode of recording deck 58 ENStart the source player Start the recording deckConnection to a PC with DV connector Example When using this VCR as the source playerPC with DV connector Connection to another VCRAudio Dubbing 60 ENVHS Audio Dubbing DV Audio DubbingEngage the Audio Dubbing mode Make connections Start dubbingEnd Audio Dubbing Press A.DUBInsert Editing 62 ENVHS Insert Editing Source tape Recording tapeEngage the Insert Editing mode AV Insert Editing VHS deck onlyMake connections Start Editing Prepare the recording cassetteEditing 64 ENProgram Editing Memory Programs x 8 scenesLocate the end point Prepare the source tapeStart Random Assemble Editing End Random Assemble EditingRemote A/B Code Switching 66 ENChange the code for VCR To control two VCRs with the same RemoteSet the TV brand code Operate the TVBefore performing the following steps TV CH +/-,TV VOL+/-, TV Muting, number keysOperate the Cable Box 68 ENTV CH +/-,number keys Press Stop 8, and release POWER. The DBS ControlSet the DBS receiver brand code Operate the DBS receiverMode Set Access the Mode Set screenSelect the mode Select the mode settingMode SET When this function is set to onVHS Mode SET 72 ENVHS Mode SET 74 EN For ExampleCorrection to the luminance signal to enhance details Selecting either HI-FI L or HI-FI RNormally select this. Hi-Fi sound is played back Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played backDV Mode SET 76 ENPower 78 EN RecordingVHS deck DV deckTimer Recording 80 ENPlayback Timer RecordingRecording 82 EN Cable box Cable Box Control Setting Changing VCR Plus+ SettingExpress Timer Programming Timer Warning Display Tuner SetFebruary 23, 2002 606 pm
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SR-VS30U specifications

The JVC SR-VS30U is a versatile and high-performance digital video recorder designed to cater to both professionals and enthusiasts in the video production industry. This machine stands out due to its ability to blend two recording formats: DV (digital video) and S-VHS, making it a dual-format powerhouse suitable for various applications. One of its main features is the dual-deck capability, allowing users to record and play back S-VHS tapes while simultaneously digitizing video in the DV format. This flexibility makes it an excellent tool for archiving older videotape formats as well.

In terms of image quality, the JVC SR-VS30U boasts impressive specs. It supports S-VHS quality tapes that can deliver exceptional resolution, enhanced color reproduction, and fine detail, especially when paired with high-quality source material. The unit is equipped with advanced digital processing technologies that optimize video playback and recording, ensuring minimal signal degradation.

One of the key technologies integrated into the SR-VS30U is the built-in DV input and output interface. This allows for quick transfers of digital video to and from computer systems, making it convenient for video editing and processing tasks. The unit is also compliant with the IEEE 1394 FireWire standard, which is essential for facilitating seamless integration with modern editing software and digital devices.

The SR-VS30U features an easy-to-navigate user interface, complete with an LCD display that provides clear indications of recording status and tape position. The well-structured controls enhance usability, making it user-friendly for those both familiar and unfamiliar with video production equipment.

In terms of additional features, the unit comes with a range of editing functions, including insert and assemble edits, allowing for precise control over the final output. It also supports a variety of playback features, including various playback speeds and frame-by-frame options, which are instrumental in refining edits or analyzing footage.

The JVC SR-VS30U demonstrates a robust build quality, ensuring longevity for rigorous usage in professional environments. With these features and its dual-format capabilities, the SR-VS30U is an ideal choice for anyone looking to bridge the gap between traditional S-VHS media and modern digital workflows, providing a reliable and efficient solution for video recording and editing needs.