Page 1: Table Of Contents
® VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER HR-S5800AM HR-S5880AM CABLE/ SAT/DVD INSTRUCTIONS 525/625 ENGLISH CONTENTS SAFETY FIRST Safety Precautions ... 2 INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER 4 Basic Connections ... 4 S-VIDEO Connection ... 5 INITIAL SETTINGS Video Channel Set ... 6 Auto Set Up ... 8 On-Screen Displays ...
Page 2: Safety First
Safety Precautions The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit. WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION When you are not using the recorder for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the mains outlet.
Page 3 POWER SYSTEM This set operates on voltage of AC110 – 240 V` (Rating), AC90 – 260 V` (Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic switching. The STANDBY/ON button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off. " "...
Page 4: Installing Your New Recorder
Basic Connections Aerial terminal RF Cable (provided) Back of TV AV-IN terminals AV Cable (not provided) Mains Power Cord Mains outlet Connect the power plug to an AC outlet before installing the lithium battery. pg. 7 INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected.
Page 5: S-Video Connection
S-VIDEO Connection Back of TV AUDIO IN connectors Aerial terminal Mains outlet Mains Power Cord Back of Recorder To Connect to A TV With S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN Connectors . . . CONNECT RECORDER TO a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF CONNECTION"...
Page 6: Initial Settings
Video Channel Set Video Channel (RF Output Channel) is the channel on which your TV receives picture and sound signals from the video recorder through the RF cable. TEST SIGNAL The channel on which the screen to the left appear clearly in step 3 is your Video Channel.
Page 7 If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars clearly with any channel between 28 and 60, consult your JVC dealer. FINISH VIDEO CHANNEL Press OK. If Auto Set Up ( pg.
Page 8: Auto Set Up
Auto Set Up IMPORTANT Don't press any buttons on the recorder or remote that are not directly related to the step you are performing while Auto Set Up is in progress. If you perform Auto Set Up successfully during installa- tion, there's no need to separately perform the Language Select, Clock Set or Channel Set procedures, but if adjustments become necessary they can be performed as...
Page 9 Major Countries Australia, New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E., Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon, Iraq China, Mongolia, Russia Hong Kong U.S.A., Japan, S.Korea, Taiwan *HR-S5800AM only. DO NOT press any button on the recorder or remote control while Auto Set Up is in progress. AUTO CH SET PLEASE WAIT START...
Page 10: On-Screen Displays
On-Screen Displays Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing. PR. 12 21 : 00 24. 12. 01 HIFI REMAIN 1 : 00 You can choose whether or not to have various operational indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF.
Page 11: Select Language
Select Language Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU TURN ON THE RECORDER Press ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "INITIAL SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG ACCESS LANGUAGE...
Page 12: Clock Set
Clock Set Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU NOTE: If the year digits are automatically cleared, it is possible that you have input February 29th in a non-leap year. Input the correct data. INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.) TURN ON THE RECORDER Press...
Page 13: Playback
PLAYBACK Basic Playback Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning cassette--TCL- 2UX--when: • Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back. • The picture is unclear or no picture appears. •...
Page 14: Playback Features
Playback Features PAUSE High-Speed Search ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED SEARCH During playback, turn the JOG dial quickly to the left or right. During playback or still, press FF for forward high-speed search, or REW or reverse high-speed search. To resume normal playback, press PLAY. NOTE: For short searches, press and hold FF or REW for over 2 seconds during playback or still picture.
Page 15: Slow Motion
Slow Motion ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION PLAYBACK During playback, turn the JOG dial to the left for forward slow motion. To play in reverse slow motion, continue to turn the JOG dial to the left after selecting all the forward direction slow motion modes. During still picture, press and hold PAUSE for 2 seconds, then release.
Page 16: Manual Tracking
PLAY STOP MENU Manual Tracking Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the tracking manually by pressing the PR +/– buttons. OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC TRACKING Press manual tracking. ADJUST TRACKING PR +/– MANUALLY Press PR +/–...
Page 17: Repeat Playback
Repeat Playback Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape 100 times repeatedly. START PLAYBACK Press PLAY. ACTIVATE REPEAT PLAYBACK Press PLAY and hold for over 5 seconds, then release. The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks slowly.
Page 18: Skip Search
Next Function Memory The Next Function Memory "tells" the recorder what to do after rewinding. Before continuing, ensure that the recorder is in the Stop mode. a– For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind..press REW, then press PLAY within 2 seconds. b–...
Page 19: Recording
RECORDING Basic Recording Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). RECORD Accidental erasure prevention To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette, remove its safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole with adhesive tape. TV signals being received by the recorder's built-in tuner can be recorded onto a video tape.
Page 20: Recording Features
Recording Features 0000 Record One Programme While Watching Another SELECT CHANNEL TO WATCH Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to set the channel controls on the TV for the station you wish to view. The programme selected with the TV's channel controls appears on the TV screen while the one selected with the PR +/–...
Page 21: Bilingual Programmes
Instant Timer Recording (ITR) This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours (selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the recorder off after recording is finished. START RECORDING Press RECORD on the recorder. ENGAGE ITR MODE Press RECORD again.
Page 22 MENU ATTENTION S-VHS recording is possible only for PAL recordings made in the SP, LP or EP mode, or NTSC recordings made in the SP mode. S-VHS ET recording is possible only for PAL recordings made in the SP mode, or NTSC recordings made in the SP mode.
Page 23: Super Vhs Et
MENU S-VHS ET This facility allows recording with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes. You can play back those cassettes recorded in S-VHS ET on a recorder equipped with S-VHS ET. NOTES: To obtain the highest quality recording and playback pictures over a longer period on this model, S-VHS recording on S-VHS tape is recommended.
Page 24: Picture System
B.E.S.T. Picture System Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). PLAY RECORD MENU The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking) system checks the condition of the tape in use during recording and playback, and compensates to provide the highest-possible recording and playback pictures.
Page 25: Start Recording
Recording START RECORDING Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote, or press RECORD on the recorder. DURING B.E.S.T. B.E.S.T. COMPLETE The recorder spends approximately 7 seconds assessing the condition of the tape, then begins recording. NOTES: The B.E.S.T. system works for both SP and LP or EP modes only after a tape has been inserted and the Record mode is first initiated.
Page 26: Timer Recording
™/S CODE System Setup Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). INFORMATION and S are different trademarks used to CODE represent the same easy recording feature, but only the term system will be used in the instructions. If you use the CODE system, follow the same instructions listed for the G-...
Page 27 MENU PUSH JOG ENTER RECEIVING CHANNEL POSITION NUMBER Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ or NUMBER keys to input the number of the recorder's channel position on which the Guide Program number's broadcast is received. Then press OK NUMBER or PUSH JOG If the satellite broadcast is received on your recorder's auxiliary channel "L-1", select "L-1"...
Page 28: G- Code ™/Show View ™ Timer Programming
™/S CODE Timer Programming Remember, the clock must be set before you can programme the timer ( pg. 12). INFORMATION and S are different trademarks used to CODE represent the same easy recording feature, but only the term G- system will be used in the instructions. If you CODE use the S system, follow the same instructions...
Page 29 NUMBER STOP+/– PROG Satellite Tuner Users To timer-record a satellite broadcast using the G- system: 1 Perform steps 1 – 8. 2 Set the satellite tuner to the appropriate channel before the selected programme begins. 3 Leave the satellite tuner's power on. ATTENTION Regarding Guide Program Number Set "G-CODE/SHOWVIEW SETUP"...
Page 30: Express Timer Programming
Express Timer Programming Remember, the clock must be set before you can programme the timer ( pg. 12). Before performing the following steps: Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically. Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). Select the appropriate colour system ( START+/–...
Page 31 NUMBER PROG SET TAPE SPEED Press SP/LP/EP ( ACCESS TITLE EDIT SCREEN Press the NUMBER key “1”. The Title Edit screen appears. WEEKLY ENTER PROGRAMME TITLE Press the NUMBER keys and PUSH JOG characters, then press OK. SP/LP/EP For details, refer to “Entering Character”...
Page 32: Express Timer Programming
24H Express Timer Programming Remember, the clock must be set before you can programme the timer ( pg. 12). Before performing the following steps: Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically. Select the appropriate colour system ( TIMER RECORDING (cont.) You can programme a timer recording that starts within 24 hours.
Page 33 SET CHANNEL POSITION Turn the JOG dial to the left or right. You can cancel the setting at any time by pressing and holding the JOG dial for more than 3 seconds. Repeat from the step 2. ENGAGE RECORDER'S TIMER MODE Press 24H EXPRESS ‰...
Page 34 NUMBER START+/– Check, Cancel And Replace Programmes DISENGAGE TIMER MODE Press ‰ ‰ ‰ ‰ ‰ , then press ACCESS PROGRAMME CHECK SCREEN Press ‰ ‰ ‰ ‰ ‰ ?. ACCESS PROGRAMME SCREEN Press ‰ ‰ ‰ ‰ ‰ ? again to check more information.
Page 35 START+/– When programmes overlap each other If “PROGRAM OVERLAPPED” appears, you have another programme overlapping the programme you have just made. The Programme Check screen appears and conflicting programmes will start blinking. PROGRAM OVERLAPPED Example: Programme 1 (you have just made) and Programme 4 overlap each other.
Page 36: Auto Sp Lp Timer
Auto SP LP Timer If, when timer-recording in SP mode, there is not enough tape to record the entire programme, the recorder automatically switches to LP mode (with PAL broadcasts) or EP mode (with NTSC broadcasts) to allow complete recording. For Example .
Page 37: Automatic Satellite Programme Recording
Automatic Sat- ellite Program Recording REC LINK indicator NOTES: Auto Satellite Prog recording is only possible with the rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors. When the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode is engaged or the recorder's power is turned off after Auto Satellite Prog recording is finished, the recorder will not enter the Timer mode even though “AUTO TIMER”...
Page 38: Programme Navigation
Navigation When you record a TV programme with this recorder, the recorder automatically stores in its memory the recording date, start time and station name. You can store these information for up to 8 programmes on one cassette. At maximum, information for 10 tapes can be stored.
Page 39 Turn Off Navigation If you don't want to record information on the programmes, set "PROG. NAVIGATION" to "OFF". ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG SELECT PROG.
Page 40: Edit Programme Title
MENU PROGRAMME NAVIGATION (cont.) Edit Programme Title You can edit the the programme titles as you like. Perform steps 1 to 3 of “Navigation Playback” on page 38 before continuing. SELECT PROGRAMME Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to NUMBER the programme you want to edit.
Page 41: Delete Tape Data
Press the appropriate NUMBER key, then press PUSU JOG enter each character. Refer to the example below. (Example) Enter “JVC NEWS” 1 Press 5 (JKL) once to enter “J”, then press PUSH JOG 2 Press 8 (TUV) three times to enter “V”, then press PUSH JOG 3 Press 2 (ABC) three times to enter “C”, then press PUSH JOG...
Page 42: Special Features
Functions NUMBER "1" Remote A/B Code Switching The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote control's A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals. The remote control is preset to send A code signals because your video recorder is initially set to respond to A code signals.
Page 43 NUMBER keys to enter a channel number. IMPORTANT Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC televisions, as well as many other models, it may not work with your TV, or in some instances, may have limited function capability.
Page 44 IMPORTANT Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC satelite receiver and DVD, as well as many other models, it may not work with your unit, or in some instances, may have limited function capability.
Page 45 Cable Box or Satellite Re- ceiver Multi-brand Code CABLE BOX BRAND NAME AMSTRAD CANAL+ CANAL SATELLITE D-box ECHOSTAR FINLUX GALAXIS GRUNDIG HIRSCHMANN JERROLD KATHREIN LUXOR MASPRO NOKIA PACE PANASONIC PHILIPS PHONOTREND SALORA SKYMASTER VIDEOWAY WISI DVD Multi-brand Code DVD BRAND NAME CODE PANASONIC PHILIPS...
Page 46: System Connections
Connecting/ Using A Stereo System Stereo Amplifier Television Speaker Mains outlet MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on your video recorder to the AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR terminals on your stereo system's receiver or amplifier. NOTES: When connecting your recorder's audio output connectors to a stereo amplifier, make sure you connect L and R correctly.
Page 47: Editing
EDITING Preparation For Editing Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU Advantages Of S-VHS Video Recorders You can edit from VHS to S-VHS, from S-VHS to VHS, or, from S-VHS to S-VHS. From VHS to S-VHS: Record VHS playback signals in the S-VHS mode.
Page 48: Edit From A Camcorder
When using a monaural camcorder, connect its AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO L input connector on your recorder. When a Master Edit Control-equipped JVC camcorder is used, the camcorder is capable of controlling the recorder. Refer to the camcorder's instruction manual for operating procedure.
Page 49: Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder
Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder TV Receiver Player VIDEO CHANNEL RF Cable (provided) Another recorder Recorder Recorder Your recorder (MONO) AV Cable (not provided) Another recorder Player You can use your video recorder as the source player or the recording deck.
Page 50: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing CD Player etc. CD Player etc. Audio mixer Mixer output Original sound AUDIO OUT NUMBER "0" PLAY Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously recorded tape with a new soundtrack. Normal audio track Video/Hi-Fi audio track MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect an audio component to the AUDIO L + R...
Page 51 AUDIO PLAY PAUSE STOP START DUBBING Engage the audio component's Play mode, then press PLAY to start the tape in your recorder. Audio dubbing begins at this point. " " blinks and " " is displayed on the front display panel.
Page 52: Information On Multi-System Compatibility
INFORMATION ON MULTI-SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY PAL/MESECAM Recording and Playback Select the appropriate colour system for recording or playback. ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU. ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG #.
Page 53: Tape-To-Tape Editing
Playback This recorder can play back all 3 types of recorded tape. Recorded tape Playback circuit MESECAM MESECAM NTSC [ PAL NTSC NTSC 3.58 MHz Manual switching Manual switching NTSC 4.43 MHz NOTES: When viewing NTSC tapes on a PAL TV set: The picture may shrink vertically with black bars appearing at the top and bottom of the screen.
Page 54: Tuner Set
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode). MENU IMPORTANT Perform the following steps only if auto channel set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up function ( you have moved to a different area or if a new station starts broadcasting in your area.
Page 55: Manual Channel Set
SELECT TV SYSTEM Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to the appropriate TV system, then press OK or PUSH Auto Channel Set will start. "M" appears with HR-S5800AM only. AUTO CH SET PLEASE WAIT START FINISH RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU.
Page 56: Delete A Channel
Delete A Channel ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 54. ACCESS CHANNEL LIST Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG SELECT CHANNEL Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ...
Page 57 Fine-Tuning Channels ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 54. ACCESS CHANNEL LIST Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG SELECT CHANNEL TO FINE-TUNE Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ...
Page 58: Troubleshooting
Engage and adjust tracking manually. pg. 16) The heads must be cleaned. Use a dry cleaning cassette –TCL-2UX– or consult your JVC dealer. Select the correct colour system pg. 52) Once recorded, the signal cannot be corrected. Be sure to choose the correct setting before recording.
Page 59 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. TIMER RECORDING SYMPTOM 1. Timer recording won't work. 2. On-screen timer programming is not possible. 3.
Page 60: Other Problems
OTHER PROBLEMS SYMPTOM 1. Whistling or howling is heard from the TV during camcorder record- ing. 2. When scanning channels, some of them are skipped over. 3. The channel cannot be changed. 4. Channel settings that were made manually seem to have changed or disappeared.
Page 61: Questions And Answers
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PLAYBACK Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached during playback or search? A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning. Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the still mode? A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads.
Page 62: Index
FRONT VIEW 1 STANDBY/ON Button 2 Cassette Loading Slot 3 Advanced JOG Dial pg. 13, 14, 15, 19 4 S-VIDEO(S-2)/VIDEO/AUDIO Input Connectors pg. 48 5 A. DUB [Audio Dubbing] Button 6 REC LINK Button pg. 37 7 REC LINK Indicator pg.
Page 63: Rear View
REAR VIEW 1 Mains Power Cord pg. 4, 5 2 S VIDEO OUT Connector 3 S VIDEO IN(S-1) Connector 4 AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Connectors 5 AUDIO/VIDEO IN Connectors DISPLAY PANEL 15dB NORM 1 B.E.S.T. Picture System Display Audio Level Indicator 2 Programme start time and stop time indicators pg.
Page 64: Remote Control
The remote control can operate not only the video recorder but also some of your TV, cable box, satellite receiver and DVD. To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button to set the remote control to the Video mode.
Page 65: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power requirement Rating : AC 110 V – 240 V`, 50 Hz/ 60 Hz Operating : AC 090 V – 260 V`, 50 Hz/ 60 Hz Power consumption : 20 W Temperature Operating : 5°C to 40°C Storage : –20°C to 60°C Operating position : Horizontal only...
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Special Features

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