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Basic

Recording

Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode) on the TV.

 

STOP/EJECT

 

 

 

 

TIME SCAN

POWER ( 7 / 02)

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4SHUTTLE ring

 

 

 

 

PLAY ( 3 )

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PAUSE ( 8 )

This VCR can check the tape condition during recording (and playback), and realizes the best possible pictures.

In addition, this VCR is equipped with the Video Navigation function, which allows you to quickly locate the programs you have recorded on a tape. When recording on this VCR, the tapes are automatically numbered so that every tape recorded on this VCR has a different tape number. With this function, the program information such as recording date, start time, channel number, and recording speed are also automatically stored in the VCR’s memory.

For the Video Navigation function, see page 46. To memorize the recording date and start time for the Video Navigation function, the date and clock

1must be set correctly.

Load a cassette

Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover the hole with adhesive tape before

2inserting the cassette.

Select recording channel

VCR TV CABLE/DBS

TV/VCR

1

4

7

POWER

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5 6 b

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On the front panel:

Press CH5∞.

On the Remote:

a– Press CH + or . or

b– Press the Number keys.

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4

32a

If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF connection, press TV/VCR on the Remote so that the VCR mode indicator lights on the front

3display panel, to view the program to be recorded.

REW ( 1 )

FF ( ¡ )

PAUSE ( 8 )

STOP ( 7 )

Set tape speed

4Press SP/EP () to set the recording speed.

Start recording

On the front panel:

Press REC ( ).

On the Remote:

While holding REC ( ), press PLAY ( 3 ).

If “VIDEO CALIBRATION” is set to “ON” (default setting:  pg. 57), this VCR checks the tape condition for about seven seconds, then starts recording. This means that the first seven seconds of the program will not be recorded. If this is inconvenient for you, follow the steps below:1

Press REC ( ) and PAUSE ( 8 ) to start

2Video Calibration.

Then press PLAY ( 3 ) to start recording after Video Calibration is complete.

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JVC HR-S9900U manual Basic Recording, 28 EN, Select recording channel, Set tape speed, Start recording

HR-S9900U specifications

The JVC HR-S9900U is a high-end VCR that exemplifies advanced technology and design, catering to avid collectors and home theater enthusiasts alike. Introduced in the late 1990s, this model stands out for its impressive array of features, making it a sought-after device for those who appreciate high-quality video playback and recording.

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