Guide Channel Number

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F Enter the receiving channel position number.

1	T	W
1	2	3

4 5 6

7 8 9

Press rt or the number keys to select the number of the channel on which the guide channel’s broadcasts are received, then press OK or e.

●Repeat steps 5 and 6 as necessary.

GUIDE CHANNEL SET

GUIDE CH :	6
VCR CH :	47

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)

OR ( , ), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

(Example) If WNJU (ind.) is received on channel position 47.

G Return to the normal screen.

S-VHS

Press MENU.

“Guide Channel (GUIDE CH) number” refers to the assigned TV station numbers, according to broadcast area, for the VCR Plus+ timer recording. The Guide Channel numbers can be found in most TV listings.

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JVC SR-VS30U manual Guide Channel Number, Enter the receiving channel position number

SR-VS30U specifications

The JVC SR-VS30U is a versatile and high-performance digital video recorder designed to cater to both professionals and enthusiasts in the video production industry. This machine stands out due to its ability to blend two recording formats: DV (digital video) and S-VHS, making it a dual-format powerhouse suitable for various applications. One of its main features is the dual-deck capability, allowing users to record and play back S-VHS tapes while simultaneously digitizing video in the DV format. This flexibility makes it an excellent tool for archiving older videotape formats as well.

In terms of image quality, the JVC SR-VS30U boasts impressive specs. It supports S-VHS quality tapes that can deliver exceptional resolution, enhanced color reproduction, and fine detail, especially when paired with high-quality source material. The unit is equipped with advanced digital processing technologies that optimize video playback and recording, ensuring minimal signal degradation.

One of the key technologies integrated into the SR-VS30U is the built-in DV input and output interface. This allows for quick transfers of digital video to and from computer systems, making it convenient for video editing and processing tasks. The unit is also compliant with the IEEE 1394 FireWire standard, which is essential for facilitating seamless integration with modern editing software and digital devices.

The SR-VS30U features an easy-to-navigate user interface, complete with an LCD display that provides clear indications of recording status and tape position. The well-structured controls enhance usability, making it user-friendly for those both familiar and unfamiliar with video production equipment.

In terms of additional features, the unit comes with a range of editing functions, including insert and assemble edits, allowing for precise control over the final output. It also supports a variety of playback features, including various playback speeds and frame-by-frame options, which are instrumental in refining edits or analyzing footage.

The JVC SR-VS30U demonstrates a robust build quality, ensuring longevity for rigorous usage in professional environments. With these features and its dual-format capabilities, the SR-VS30U is an ideal choice for anyone looking to bridge the gap between traditional S-VHS media and modern digital workflows, providing a reliable and efficient solution for video recording and editing needs.

Contents

For Customer Use Video Cassette Recorder Moisture Condensation Dear Customer Important Product Safety Instructions Damage Requiring Service AccessoriesCleaning Replacement Parts Contents Index Front View Rear View Front Display Panel Symbolic Mode Indicators Remote How To Use ON-SCREEN Display for VHS deck 10 ENTo recall an indication Press DISPLAY/OSD ON-SCREEN Display for DV deck Connect the VCR to power source Check the contents12 EN Situate the VCR 8To connect to a TV with S-VIDEO/AUDIO input connectors Video ConnectionYou can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures What to do if Plug & Play setting failed Perform Plug & Play setupPlug & Play Set 14 EN Language Clock Set Access the Clock Set screen16 EN Preparations Manual Clock Set Semiauto Clock Set Tuner Set Access the Tuner Set screen18 EN Auto Channel Set Manual Channel Set Access the Manual Channel Set screenAdd or skip the desired channels To add channels 20 EN Installing Controller Access the Cable Box Set screen Setting cable boxs brand and channelAccess the Main Menu screen on the VCR Select the cable box’s channel 22 EN Enter the cable box’s brandIf the cable box’s channel does not change to If your DBS receiver has audio/video output connectors How to control the DBS receiverDBS receiver Turn on the DBS receiver Setting DBS receivers brand and channelSelect the DBS receiver’s channel If you do not use a DBS receiver, press rt until OFF Scheduled start time of timer recording Controller during timer recordingRecording Because it has no remote sensor, you cannot use VHS deck Basic Playback Set the tape speed Choose a programStart recording Pause/Resume recording Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame 28 ENPlayback On the VCR Slow Motion On the VCR Variable Speed Search On the Remote Slow Motion On the Remote Index Search 30 ENRepeat Playback Next Function Memory Manual Tracking Adjust the tracking manuallySoundtrack Selection Override automatic tracking Instant Timer Recording ITR 32 ENVHS deck Record One Program While Watching Another Press C.RESET before starting recording or playback Reset the counterElapsed Recording Time Indication Tape Remaining Time 34 EN RetakeSecond Audio Recording Active Video Calibration PlaybackRecording DV deck Select the DV deckPress DV DV recording indicator lights on the VCR Picture may appear distorted during variable speed search 38 EN VS30U1a-EN.fm Page 39 Thursday, January 31, 2002 335 PM 40 EN Time Code DV deck Record One Program While Watching Another Access the VCR Plus+ Program screen Access the PlusCode No. screenPrograming Select the deck Guide Channel Number Set Cable Box or DBS Receiver Users 44 EN Access the Guide Channel Set screenGuide Channel Number Set Enter the Guide Channel number Enter the receiving channel position number Guide Channel Number Access the PlusCode screen Express TimerAccess the Program screen Enter the program start time Timer Programing You can program the timer while a regular recording isPerform Cable Box Control Setting on page 20 or DBS Anytime during steps 5 through 10, press Weekly Engage the VCR’s timer mode Enter the program mode24HR Quick Programing 48 EN VS30U2-EN.fm Page 49 Thursday, January 31, 2002 338 PM Check, cancel and change programs To cancel or change a program50 EN Select the program to modify Overlap each other on the VHS deckSTART+/- , STOP+/- , DATE+/- , CH+/- , and/or SP/EP 52 EN Tape DubbingDubbing An Entire Cassette From DV to VHS Press DV, then press SP/LP p From VHS to DV Dubbing An Entire Cassette Locate the start point on the DV deck 54 ENPrepare the VHS deck for dubbing Pause dubbing From VHS to DV Locate the start point on the VHS deckPrepare the DV deck for dubbing 56 EN Player Recorder 58 EN Set the input mode of recording deckStart the source player Start the recording deck Example When using this VCR as the source player Connection to a PC with DV connectorPC with DV connector Connection to another VCR 60 EN Audio DubbingVHS Audio Dubbing DV Audio Dubbing Make connections Start dubbing Engage the Audio Dubbing modeEnd Audio Dubbing Press A.DUB 62 EN Insert EditingVHS Insert Editing Source tape Recording tape AV Insert Editing VHS deck only Engage the Insert Editing modeMake connections Start Editing Prepare the recording cassette 64 EN EditingProgram Editing Memory Programs x 8 scenes Prepare the source tape Locate the end pointStart Random Assemble Editing End Random Assemble Editing 66 EN Remote A/B Code SwitchingChange the code for VCR To control two VCRs with the same Remote Operate the TV Set the TV brand codeBefore performing the following steps TV CH +/-,TV VOL+/-, TV Muting, number keys 68 EN Operate the Cable BoxTV CH +/-,number keys Control Press Stop 8, and release POWER. The DBSSet the DBS receiver brand code Operate the DBS receiver Access the Mode Set screen Mode SetSelect the mode Select the mode setting When this function is set to on Mode SET 72 EN VHS Mode SET VHS Mode SET For Example 74 EN Selecting either HI-FI L or HI-FI R Correction to the luminance signal to enhance detailsNormally select this. Hi-Fi sound is played back Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back 76 EN DV Mode SET Power Recording 78 EN DV deck VHS deck 80 EN Timer Recording Timer Recording PlaybackRecording 82 EN Changing VCR Plus+ Setting Cable box Cable Box Control SettingExpress Timer Programming Timer Warning Display Tuner Set February 23, 2002 606 pm