JVC SR-W5U manual Precautions, Features, What is HD mode? HD denotes High Definition

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1 PRECAUTIONS

Features

●W-VHS format HD mode offers high-definition recording and playback of high-vision signals on a base band.

●W-VHS format SD mode also available to ensure high-quality picture for the existing TV format sources.

●W-VHS metal compatible high-power Sendust heads

●The existing VHS/S-VHS video can be recorded and played back with a superb quality.

●Built-in RS-232C enables you to externally control this unit from your personal computer.

With this video cassette recorder, you can enjoy the HD and SD modes of W-VHS video. Be sure to use

cassette tapes marked with .

Since the VHS mode and S-VHS mode are also

available, use video cassettes marked with or when you want to enjoy these modes.

What is HD mode? (HD denotes High

Definition)

In HD mode, HDTV signals are recorded using multiple tracks, HDTV signal was originally developed by NHK of Japan, and it stands for High-Definition Television.HDTV is a next generation broadcasting system which eables high-definition picture quality in comparision to conventional NTSC system.

What is SD mode? (SD denotes Standard Definition)

In SD mode standerd TV signals are recorded on a single track with high picture quality and long recording times.

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Contents
SR-W5U Safety Precautions Table of Contents Precautions FeaturesWhat is HD mode? HD denotes High Definition What is SD mode? SD denotes Standard DefinitionPrecautions Video CassettesHead Cleaning Perform head cleaning even 20 hours to enjoy clear picturesHow to use the cleaning tape Recording Modes and Types of the CassettesLoading and Unloading the Cassette LoadingUnloading Press the Eject buttonControls and Connectors Front PanelControls and Connectors REW button Rewinds the tape FF button Play buttonPAUSE/STILL button Index Search buttonsSocket for peripheral equipment A.EDIT/PREROLL connector Video INPUT3 connectorVIDEO/AUDIO INPUT2 connectors VIDEO/VIDEO/AUDIO Input connectorsRemote Control Indicators and Displays Display PanelPreparations ConnectionsConnection to a high vision TV Connection to a monitor TVConnection to a high vision camera PreparationsOUT Preparations Turn the power on Select the recording mode HD modeVHS mode RecordingHow to Check the Tape Remaining Time Adjust the Hi-Fi recording levelRecording Retake FunctionBasic Procedure PlaybackSpecial Playback Procedures PlaybackVariable Speed Playback Monitoring the Video during FF or REWPlayback speed when a W-VHS tape is in use Playback speed when a S-VHS/VHS tape is in useVariable Speed Search Frame-by-frame playback with JOG dialNext Function/Index Search Next FunctionIndex Search playback Zero SearchRecording the Index Signal Erasing the Index SignalIndex Search Index MARK/ERASE PlayAdjustment of Playback Picture When there is too much noise in the playback pictureTo correct distortion of the picture Timing Tracking -/+ AutoWhen Playing Back on SR-W5U and Recording on Another Unit Tape DubbingAnother unit as a recording machine SR-W5U as a playback machineWhen Playing Back on Another Unit and Recording on SR-W5U Tape DubbingSR-W5U as a recording machine Another unit as a playback machineWhen Playing Back on a Video Movie and Recording on SR-W5U Video movie as a playback machineEditing Audio DubbingUnit as a recording machine Unit as a playback machineRandom Assemble Editing EditingPress the R.A.EDIT button. R.A.E. in lamp will light Press the Stop button Ex. Insert Editing using 2 units of SR-W5U in the HD mode Counter Reset JOG DialInsert Editing Press the Play buttonEx. Preroll Editing using 2 units of SR-W5U in the HD mode Preroll EditingSelect the connected inputHd by pressing HD Input button JOG Dial Shuttle Ring HD InputPreroll Insert Editing It is an Insert Editing using Preroll EditingseeStart Insert Specifications Memo Memo SR-W5U Instructions
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