4

Introduction

Overview of Functions

Video and audio signals from this DVD recorder’s input terminals can be recorded to

DVD-R or DVD-RW (video mode only). (☞ Page 29)
The types of signals that can be used are as follows.
Video: Composite video, YC separate, or DV signals (including audio)
Audio: Analog audio or DV signals (including video)

A wide range of recording methods are supported. The appropriate method is to be

selected in accordance with the intended mode of use.

●The REC, PAUSE, and STOP buttons on the front panel can be used for standard operations. (☞ Page 38)
●Recording operations can be carried out using the REC CONTROL panel. Furthermore, a keyboard can also be used when
recording via this panel. (☞ Page 40)
●
Recording can be operated via the external switch that is connected to the foot switch terminal. (
☞ Page
39)

The title and chapter menus can be created either automatically or manually. (☞ Page 43)

Five different patterns have been provided as display styles for the title and chapter menus. Each of these patterns is characterized
by different thumbnail characteristics (i.e., number, position, and size) and background images displayed on the title and
chapter menu screens.
When a display style is selected during the recording of content to a DVD, this DVD recorder will automatically create the title
and chapter menus in accordance with this style.
The DVD MENU screen can be used to modify the thumbnail and background display characteristics of each of the display
styles.
In addition, the THUMBNAIL EDIT screen and the CHAPTER MENU EDIT screen can be used to modify the display style and
thumbnail images for chapter menus, and also to input chapter names and comments. The input of names or comments is
carried out using a keyboard connected to one of the recorder’s USB terminals.
The TITLE MENU EDIT screen can be used to modify the display style for the title menu and to enter title names.

This DVD recorder can be used to play discs that it has created. (☞ Page 53)

●Once a disc has been finalized, it can also be played on other DVD players.

5

Precautions for DVD Recorder Use

Storage & Usage Locations
The storage and usage of this DVD recorder in the following
types of location should be avoided.
●Areas at temperatures which deviate by a significant degree
above or below the permitted service temperature range
(i.e., 5°C to 35°C).
●Areas at humidities which deviate by a significant degree
above or below the permitted service humidity range (i.e.,
20% to 80% RH).
●Areas where a large amount of dust or sand is present.
●Areas where the DVD recorder may come into contact with
oily smoke or steam, such as in kitchens or in their
immediate vicinity.
●Areas that are unstable or where significant vibration occurs.
●Areas where condensation occurs readily.
●Areas where strong magnetic fields are generated by
transformers, motors, or the like.
●Areas where transceivers, mobile phones, and other
wireless-communication devices are present.
●Areas that are subjected to X-ray irradiation or where
corrosive gases are present. (This precaution must be
strictly observed.)
Handling
●Ensure that this DVD recorder is placed on a flat, horizontal
surface for use.
●Do not place heavy objects such as a monitor on top of the
DVD recorder.
●Do not insert foreign objects into the disc tray opening.
●Be careful not to get your fingers clamped when loading
the disc to prevent injury.
●Do not block the fan’s ventilation holes.
●Avoid knocking or dropping this DVD recorder.
●When the DVD recorder is to be moved, ensure that any
DVD it contains is removed in advance.
●If the DVD recorder is not to be used for an extended period
of time, please set the POWER switch to OFF to avoid
wasting electricity.
Cleaning the Exterior (with the power off)
Use a soft cloth when cleaning the outside of this DVD
recorder.
Do not use paint thinners or organic solvents as cleaning
agents.
Failure to observe these precautions can result in discoloration
or melting of exterior surfaces.
When stubborn dirt is present, wipe away using a cloth soaked
in a dilute neutral solvent.
Always use the power cord provided with this DVD
recorder.
The usage of a different type of cord or a damaged cord can
result in the outbreak of fire or electric shocks.
The power cord supplied with this DVD recorder should
not be used with any other device.
Before connecting this DVD recorder to other
devices, turn those devices off and then carry out
setup procedures as described in the
corresponding user’s manuals.
The DVD drive unit is an expendable part. Although the
service life of the DVD drive unit differs depending on
the usage environment of the customer, replacement
every 1000 hours as a guide is recommended. (☞ Page
63“TOTAL RECORDING TIME”)

Precautions Regarding Condensation

Condensation
When cold water is poured into a glass and droplets of
water form on its outer surface, this moisture is referred
to as “condensation”.
When condensation occurs
Condensation can cause water droplets to adhere to the
DVD recorder’s internal lens, thus making normal
operation impossible.
Condensation occurs easily in the following situations,
and the appropriate care should be taken.
•When the DVD recorder is moved from a cold location
into a warm room.
•When the room containing the DVD is rapidly heated.
•When an air conditioner’s air duct is pointing straight at
the DVD recorder.
In situations where it is likely that condensation will occur,
remove any DVD that may be present in this DVD recorder
and then turn the power on. As the interior heats up,
condensation will be less likely to occur.
Condensation is a principal cause of the inability to play
discs and other similar problems. In this type of situation,
allow the DVD recorder to remain inactive with its power
on for several hours. If the problem persists after this
period of time has elapsed, contact either the store where
this DVD recorder was purchased or your JVC Authorized
dealer.

Extended Periods of Inactivity

Performance may deteriorate over extended periods of
inactivity; for this reason, the power should be turned on
and the DVD recorder should be operated at regular
intervals.

Compensation for Damaged Content

JVC accepts no responsibility whatsoever for damages
incurred as a result of an inability to play or record audio
and video content in the rare event that this DVD recorder,
a disc fails to operate correctly.
It is recommended that discs containing important content
be backed up at regular intervals (i.e., on a yearly basis).
Although digital signals do not deteriorate, storage
environments can have an effect on a disc’s aging
characteristics, and this may result in an inability to play
or record.
If a disc should break, there will be no way to recover
data from it.
Proper playback of discs recorded using this DVD recorder
on all devices is not guaranteed.