JVC SR-VS20U manual Use, Servicing, Before YOU Install Your NEW VCR

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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

PORTABLE CART WARNING

be moved with care. Quick stops,

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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 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 72 – 75 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 the previous pages

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Contents SR-VS20U Dear Customer Do not place the VCRInstallation Antenna Installation InstructionsUSE Before YOU Install Your NEW VCRServicing Contents Connections Connect VCR to TV Back of VCRAudio/Video Cable supplied RF Cable suppliedPlug & Play Setup Plug & PlayAuto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set Auto blinks Channel numbers are displayedLanguage Access Main Menu Screen Access Initial SET ScreenAccess Clock SET Screen ClockSelect Host Channel SET Auto Clock to onSemi-Auto Select D.S.T. Mode Select Time ZoneReturn to Normal Screen SET TimeAccess Tuner SET Screen TunerSET Set Receivable ChannelsAccess Main Menu Screen Access Manual Channel SETAdd Or Delete a Channel ScreenCable Box Control Situate ControllerAttach Controller Connect Cable BOX to VCRAccess Cable BOX SET Screen Turn on Cable BOXSelect Cable BOX Output Channel Set Cable Box Output Channel & Cable Box BrandEnter Cable BOX Brand Access Cable BOX Brand SET ScreenBrand Code Connect DBS Receiver to VCR DBS Receiver ControlDBS receiver Turn on DBS Receiver Select DBS ReceiverSet DBS Receiver Output Channel & DBS Receiver Brand On NextAccess DBS Receiver DBS Receiver Code from Following list, then Press OKJVC Dish Network Echostar Dish Network JVCSimple Playback Simple Recording 22 ENSelect DV Deck DV DeckPlayback Features 24 ENActivate HIGH-SPEED Search Variable-Speed Search/ Reverse Motion PlaybackStill Picture/Frame-By-Frame Slow Motion/Reverse Slow26 EN Access Mode SET Screen ModeSuperimpose Select Superimpose SETStart Repeat 28 ENStop Repeat Picture Control VHS deck only 30 EN Video StabilizerAccess VHS Mode SET Screen Select Digital TBC/NR SET ModeDigital TBC/NR VHS deck only Digital R3 VHS deck onlyOn the remote control 32 ENSelect The Soundtrack On the ScreenAccess DV Mode SET Access DV Mode SET ScreenSelect 12BIT Mode Sound Mode SelectionActive Video Calibration 34 ENVHS deck only Video CalibrationRecording Recording Features 36 ENAccess Mode SET Select 2ND Audio Record SET ModeEngage RECORD-PAUSE Mode Locate Start PointAccess VHS Mode SET Select S-VHS Mode38 EN VHS Super VHS, S-VHSEngage S-VHS ET Mode Super VHS ET VHS deck onlyPress PROG. on the remote control VCR Plus+ Timer ProgrammingEnter Pluscode Number Input Receiving Channel Number Engage Timer ModeCheck Program Data VCR Plus+ Guide Channel Matching Changing VCR Plus+ SettingInitial SET, then press Input Guide Channel Access Guide Channel SET ScreenNumber Express Timer SET Program Stop TimeSET Program Date SET Channel NumberPower Access Program Check Screen Access Program ScreenCheck, Cancel And Revise Programs ProgramCancel or Change Programme Setting Confirm OverlappingProgrammes Select Programme toTimer SET Mode Auto SP→EP TimerAuto Timer 48 ENInstant Timer Engage ITR ModeSET Recording DurationTape Dubbing Load CassettesSelect Dubbing DirectionNormal DubbingPause Dubbing END DubbingProgram Editing Memory 8 programmes x 8 scenes Random Assemble EditingPause RECORD-PAUSE Mode Prepare Source TapeEngage VHS Deck to Start EditingMake Connections 54 ENLoad a Cassette SET RECORDER’S Input Mode Control SET ModeSelect Front AUX Input SET Mode56 EN Edit To Or From AnotherMake Connections SET RECORDER’S Input Mode OUTPUT1 SettingSelect Edit for PIC Start PlayerSET Input Mode Audio Dubbing58 EN VHS Audio DubbingEND Audio Dubbing Insert Editing DV Insert Editing SP Mode OnlyVHS Insert Editing Reset the Counter Engage Insert EditingStart Editing END Insert EditingConnecting To a Video Titler Connecting To a Printer Digital printerSET Remote Control Mode 64 ENTurn on the TV SET TV Brand CodeCable Box Multi-Brand Remote Control Turn on the Cable BOXOperate Cable BOX Cable BOX Brand Name Brand CodeSET Remote Control DBS Receiver Multi-Brand Remote Control66 EN Turn on the DBSUnplug Vcrs Power Plug in Power CordTurn VCR Power on CordClear or USE Cleaning Dealer 68 ENCassette gets stuck partway Then insert the cassetteRe-perform the set-up procedures Timer againPoint is not dubbed That ‰appears on the front display PanelRe-perform the VCR Plus+ setup Procedure  pg70 EN Plus+ system doesn’t work properlyCan the VCR indefinitely remain in the Record-Pause mode? Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the still mode?What happens if the tape runs out during recording? QDV Record Indicator  pg wDisplay Panel  pg Wertyu4S Video Output Connectors  pg 3S Video Input Connector  pg32Tape Speed Indicators  pg Point the remote control toward the sensor window 74 ENExpress Timer Programming Plug & Play Random Assemble Editing Record Safety TabVideo Connection Tape Dubbing Tape Position Indicator List Of TermsNTSC-type colour signal and EIA Monochrome signal, 525 lines20C to 60C -4F to 140F Frequency-synthesized tuner
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SR-VS20U specifications

The JVC SR-VS20U is a versatile and reliable digital video recorder that combines the best features of both analog and digital technologies. It stands out in the market for its ability to handle various video formats, making it an ideal choice for both professionals and hobbyists who seek to preserve their cherished memories in a high-quality format.

One of the main features of the SR-VS20U is its dual-format capability. It enables users to record and playback both MiniDV and S-VHS formats, which is particularly beneficial for those who may have existing tapes in either format. This flexibility allows users to transition smoothly from analog to digital technology, facilitating easier editing and archiving of video content.

The SR-VS20U is equipped with JVC's renowned Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) technology. This feature enhances the smoothness and clarity of recordings by compensating for camera shake, resulting in less shaky footage and a more professional finish. This aspect is especially important for videographers who often work without a tripod, ensuring that their recordings maintain a high level of quality.

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