Troubleshooting | JVC HM-DR10000EK guide

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Troubleshooting

Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart to see if you can correct the trouble yourself. Small problems are often easily corrected, and this can save you the trouble of sending your video recorder off for repair.

POWER

SYMPTOM

1.No power is applied to the recorder.

2.The clock is functioning properly, but the recorder cannot be powered.

3.The remote control won’t function.

TAPE TRANSPORT

SYMPTOM

1.The tape does not run during recording.

2.The tape will not rewind or fast- forward.

PLAYBACK

SYMPTOM

1.The playback picture does not appear while the tape is running.

2.Noise appears during visual search.

3.Noise appears during normal playback.

4.The playback picture is blurred or interrupted while TV broadcasts are clear.

5.Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi soundtrack.

RECORDING

SYMPTOM

1.Recording cannot be started.

2.TV broadcasts cannot be recorded.

3.Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.

4.Camcorder recording is not possible.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●The mains power cord is disconnected.

●“ä“ is displayed on the display panel with Auto Timer set to "OFF".

●The batteries are discharged.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●““ is displayed on the display panel.

●The tape is already fully rewound or fast-forwarded.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●The TV receiver is not set to the AV mode.

●This is normal.

●The automatic tracking mode is engaged.

●The video heads may be dirty.

●Automatic tracking is engaged.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

●There is no cassette loaded, or the cassette loaded has had its Record Safety tab removed.

●“I-1”, “L-1”, “L-2”, “F-1”, “S-1” or “S-2” has been selected as the input mode.

●The source (another video recorder, camcorder) has not been properly connected.

●All necessary power switches have not been turned on.

●The input mode is not correct.

●The camcorder has not been properly connected.

●The input mode is not correct.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Connect the mains power cord.

Press the äbutton to turn the “ä“ indicator off.

Replace the dead batteries with new ones.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Press PLAY to turn the ““ indicator off.

Check the cassette.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Set the TV to its AV mode.

Try manual tracking (☞ pg. 36).

Consult your JVC dealer.

Engage and adjust tracking manually (☞ pg. 36), or set the soundtrack to "NORM" (☞ pg. 39).

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Insert a cassette, or using adhesive tape, reseal the slot where the tab was removed.

Set to the desired preset.

Confirm that the source is properly connected.

Confirm that all units’ power switches are turned on.

Set the input mode to “I-1”, “L-1”, “L-2”, “F-1”, “S-1” or “S-2”.

Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected.

Set the input mode to “I-1”, “L-1”, “L-2”, “F-1”, “S-1” or “S-2”.

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JVC HM-DR10000EK setup guide Troubleshooting

Contents

HM-DR10000EK Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Safety Precautions Early symptom Symptoms of dirty video headsLate symptom Block noise Still image Do not place the recorder Some Dos And Donts On The Safe Use Of Equipment Quick SET UP Guide Connect Video Recorder to TV Back of TVBack of Recorder Mains power inlet Audio in connectorsVideo OUT Before performing the following procedure, make sure that Step Auto SET UP Or remote control until the display panel Shows clock time, PR 1 orProgram number set If both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed Auto Set Up results appear on the display panel Link Functions TV Auto Power OnTurn on the Recorder NexTView Link Load a Cassette PlaybackPoint Start Playback Activate HIGH-SPEED Search Pause During Playback Recording PAUSE/RESUME Recording ModeVHS/VHS Recording VHS Engage ITR Mode Select Preset to WatchInstant Timer Recording ITR SET Recording Duration SET Counter Display Reset CounterDisplay Remaining Time Elapsed Recording Time Indication Access Video PLUS+ Program Access Video PLUS+ ScreenVideo Plus+ Enter Pluscode Number Engage RECORDER’S Timer SET PDC ModePDC Recording Return to Normal Screen Before performing Express Timer Programming Express Timer ProgrammingEnter Programme Start Time Timer Mode SET PDC ModeReturn to Normal Screen Check, Cancel And Replace Programmes Access Programme SCREEN/DISPLAYDisengage Timer Mode Access Programme Check SCREEN/DISPLAY Return to Timer Mode Cancel or Replace aProgramme Return to Normal SCREEN/DISPLAY To start recording on the blank portion of a tape Navigation Access Video Navigation Screen Access Main Menu ScreenCheck Memory Return to Normal Screen Access Video Access Main MenuTitle Editing Edit Tape Title Enter Character Entering CharacterEdit Programme Title And Category Delete Tape Data Tape number you wantTo delete, then press Data Delete ProgrammeDelete Programme Data YES, then press OK or # Sorting By Tape Number Access Sorting Screen Sorting By Date Sorting By CategorySelect Category VHS Super VHS And VHS Recording According To Tape Type Pointer to Mode SET Select S-VHS ModeBy pressing %Þ, then press Move the highlight pointer to S-VHS by pressing Access Mode SET Select B.E.S.T. ModeS.T. Picture System Recording PlaybackOr press Record on the recorder Digital TBC/NR S-VHS/VHS Mode Only Digital 3R S-VHS/VHS Mode OnlyManual Tracking Activate Index Search Looking For Scene You WantSkip Over Unwanted Sections Selecting Sound You Want VHS/VHS modeReceiving Nicam Stereo And Bilingual Programmes Type of Broadcast On-screen Display Being Received Soundtrack Selection D-VHS Mode Soundtrack Selection S-VHS/VHS ModeAudio Rec Mode Setting D-VHS Mode Only During Playback Satellite Receiver Unit Automatic Satellite Programme RecordingANT. RF OUT Video OUT Select AV2 Select Mode Access Mode SET ScreenEngage Auto Satellite Prog REC Mode SET Tape Speed SET Remote Control Remote Control FunctionsRemote A/B Code Switching Code Control Your TV Using Additional Buttons TV Multi-brand Remote ControlSET TV Brand Code Operate TV Brand Code Satellite Receiver Multi Brand Remote ControlOperate Satellite Receiver TV Prog +/-,NUMBER keys Select Picture Control SET Mode Access Mode SET ScreenMinimizing Picture Degradation While Editing Picture Control Edit From Camcorder If the camcorder has an S-VIDEO output connector DV Sound SettingIf the camcorder has a DV OUT connector Recorder Recorder Input Mode Edit To Or From Another Video RecorderStart Source Player Your recorder TV Receiver AV modeAnother recorder Recorder Player AV2 Select Setting AV1 Select Setting Repeat steps 5 7 as necessary Synchro Editing Access Jlip ID NO. SET Screen Access Initial SET ScreenTerminal Jlip Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector Information On J Terminal ENABLE/DISABLE Other FunctionsOn-Screen Display Power Save Mode Power SAVE, then press OK or #to set to onPress %Þ to move the highlight bar pointer to Auto SP→LP Timer Auto TimerNext Function Memory Repeat Playback Ntsc PlaybackActivate Repeat Playback Audio OUT Connection To Stereo System Perform Auto Channel SET Tuner SetAuto Channel Set Pointer to Auto CH Procedures Screen preset positionsAfter Scan Completed Is displayed on the screen Input Channel Storing Channels ManuallyEnter NEW Channel Information Close Confirmation Screen Change Station Preset Position Fine-Tuning Channels Already StoredDelete a Channel When Receiving a Scrambled Broadcast Set Stations aSet Stations B TV Station And ID List TV Station Channel Number Guide Video Plus+ Setup NumberGuide Program Number Set Clock Set Access Clock SET ScreenTurn the Recorder on SET Date and Time SET Clock Data Source Preset SET Just ClockStart Clock Operation Ä remain lit on the display panel. Is there Problem? Questions And Answers Troubleshooting Subsidi ARY Information Error Code Pull the front panel to access covered buttons/connectors IndexFront View 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ! @ # $ % Inside View of Front Panel @ # $ Rear View Record Pause Display Panel TV Muting Button mutes sound Remote Control Fast Forward FF Button same as button on Remote Control LCD Picture Control Power Save Preset Download Manual Channel Setting Manual TrackingVideo Plus+ Setup Video Plus+ Timer Programming Automatic Satellite Programme Recording Memo Maximum recording time DR10000EKVHF 44.5 143/143 470 MHz