Safety Precautions
Therating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING:DANGEROUSVOLTAGEINSIDE
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSETHIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Cassettesmarked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be usedwith this
videocassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not
possiblewith this model.
(ForHR-J485EA only)
Thismodel is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK)
thatmakes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings in the SP
modewith regular VHS resolution.
HQVHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
G-CODEis a registeredtrademark of Gemstar Development
Corporation.The G-CODE system is manufactured under license
fromGemstar Development Corporation.
Whenthe equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf, make sure
thatit has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation
(10cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Whendiscarding batteries, environmental problems must be
consideredand the local rules or laws governing the disposal of
thesebatteries must be followed strictly.
Failureto heed the following precautions may result in damage
tothe recorder, remote control or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the recorder ...
...in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or
humidity.
...in direct sunlight.
...in a dusty environment.
...in an environment where strong magnetic fields are
generated.
...on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT block the recorder’s ventilation openings or holes.
(Ifthe ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaperor cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote
control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the
recorderor remote contr ol.
(Ifwater or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or
electricshock may be caused.)
5. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
6. DO NOT use this equipment in a bathroom or places with
water.Also DO NOT place any containers filled with water or
liquids(such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted
plants,cups, etc.) on top of this unit.
CAUTION
Whenyou are not using the recorder for a long period of
time,it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord
fromthe mains outlet.
Dangerousvoltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified
servicepersonnel. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard,
removethe power cord from the mains outlet prior to
connectingor disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.
ATTENTION
1. This recorder can also receive SECAM colour television
signalsfor recording and playback.
2. Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce
monochromepictures if played back on another video
recorderof SECAM standard, or do not produce normal
colourpictures if played back on another video recorder of
PALstandard.
3 SECAM prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a
SECAMvideo recorder produce monochrome pictures when
playedback with this recorder.
POWERSYSTEM:
Thissetoperates on voltage of AC110 –240 Vd(Rating), AC90 –
260Vd(Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic switching.
Cautionon Replaceable lithium battery
Thebattery used in this device may present a fire or chemical
burnhazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat
above100°C or incinerate.
Replacebattery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo,
Sonyor Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if
thebattery is incorrectly replaced.
Disposeof used battery promptly.
Keepaway from children.
Donot disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
IMPORTANT
Pleaseread the various precautions on this page before
installingor operating the recorder.
Itshould be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-
recordedtapes, records, or discs without the consent of the
ownerof copyright in the sound or video recording,
broadcastor cable programme and in any literary, dramatic,
musical,or artistic work embodied therein.
The STANDBY /ON 1button does not completely shut off
mainspower from the unit, but switches operating current on
andoff. “1“ shows electrical power standby and “ !“ shows
ON.
Videotapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long
Play)or EP (Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on a
single-speedvideo recorder.

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-J285EAHR-J485EA

INSTRUCTIONS

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