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You can use a camcorder as the playback VCR and your VCR as the recording VCR.

1Make connections

S-VHS/VHS connectionA

Connect an audio cable between the camcorder’s audio output connectors and your VCR’s audio input connectors.

●When the JVC camcorder is equipped with the Master Edit Control, you can control the VCR from the camcorder. Connect the mini-plug cable (not supplied with this VCR) as illustrated on page 62.

●When using a camcorder with a monaural output, connect the audio output connector on the camcorder to the left audio input connector on this VCR.

NOTE:

If the camcorder does not have S-video output connector, use a video cable.

BDV connection

Connect a DV cable between the camcorder’s DV connector and your VCR’s DV IN connector.

2 Load a cassette

Insert the cassette to be recorded on into this VCR (for recording).

3Select input mode on this VCR

L-1 or L-2 — when connecting the camcorder to the audio/video input connectors on the rear panel.

F-1 — when connecting the camcorder to the audio/video input connectors on the front panel.

l-1 etc. — when connecting the camcorder to DV IN connector.

Press the Number key “0 (AUX)” or CH +/–.

4 Select video input terminal Access the “IN/OUT FUNCTION” screen (☞ pg. 52).

When using S VIDEO terminal, set “FRONT AUX F-1” (or “REAR AUX L-1 (or L-2)” if you use the connectors on the rear) to “S-VIDEO”.

When using VIDEO terminal, set “FRONT AUX F-1” (or “REAR AUX L-1 (or L-2)” if you use the connectors on the rear) to “VIDEO”.

5Set “PICTURE CONTROL” to “EDIT” (for S-VHS/VHS connection)

Access the “VIDEO FUNCTION” screen (☞ pg. 52).

If your camcorder is a JVC Master Edit Control- equipped type — go to step 6.

If your camcorder is NOT a JVC Master Edit Control-equipped type — go to step 7.

6Set “AV COMPU-LINK” to “OFF”

Access the “ADDITIONAL” screen (☞ pg. 52).

●The REMOTE PAUSE/AV COMPULINK connector works as the Remote Pause connector when “AV COMPU-LINK” is set to “OFF”.

7Return to normal screen

Press MENU.

8Start playback

Press PLAY ( 3 ) on the camcorder.

NOTE:

If the camcorder is equipped with a superimpose/OSD disable feature then set it to “OFF” before starting playback.

9Start recording

On the front panel:

Press REC ( ¦ ).

On the Remote:

Press REC ( ¦ ) and PLAY ( 3 ) at the same time.

●If you are using a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder, recording starts automatically on this VCR. (Refer to camcorder’s instruction manual.)

NOTES:

●Be sure to select “AUTO” for “PICTURE CONTROL” (or “NORM” when “V, CALIBRATION” is set to “OFF”) after you finish dubbing the tapes (☞ pg. 53).

●When you are editing through the DV IN connector, the VCR will stop if the player begins playing a blank portion of tape or the signal is interrupted.

Do not connect this VCR to the PC with the i.LINK cable. The operation is not guaranteed.

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JVC HM-DH30000U manual Make connections, Select input mode on this VCR, Set AV COMPU-LINK to OFF, VHS/VHS connectionA
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HM-DH30000U specifications

The JVC HM-DH30000U is a versatile professional-grade digital video recorder that merges the capabilities of both VHS and digital formats, marking a significant achievement in video technology. This unique device serves as a bridge between traditional analog tapes and modern digital workflows, making it an ideal tool for video production, archiving, and playback.

One of the standout features of the HM-DH30000U is its ability to play and record in both S-VHS and VHS formats. This broad format compatibility ensures that users can easily access and preserve their existing VHS tape collections while also leveraging new video technologies. The built-in transcoding capabilities mean that VHS tapes can be converted into a digital format without sacrificing quality, making it easier to store and edit content on digital platforms.

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