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JVC DR-MX1S User Manual

JVC DR-MX1S
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Filename [MX1S_01Cov1.fm]
LPT0975-001C
DR-MX1S
DVD / HDD VIDEO RECORDER &
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which are located on the
rear of cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
MX1S_00.book Page 1 Saturday, October 30, 2004 4:18 PM

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JVC DR-MX1S Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording FormatsDVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
Tuner TypeNTSC
VHS RecordingYes
Video UpconversionYes
Progressive ScanYes
DVD PlayerYes
VCR PlayerYes
VHS PlaybackYes
Video RecordingYes
Audio OutputStereo
Remote ControlYes
TypeDVD/VCR Combo
Input/OutputComposite, S-Video
Connectors FrontS-Video, Composite video
Connectors RearComponent video
Output Resolution480p, 1080i

Summary

Important product safety instructions

INSTALLATION

Instructions for connecting the unit and ensuring proper setup.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Guidelines for connecting and grounding an outdoor antenna.

USE

Accessories

Guidelines for using accessories safely and correctly.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the product safely.

SERVICING

Servicing

Procedures and precautions for product servicing and repairs.

About Discs

Recordable/Playable Discs

Information on compatible disc types for recording and playback.

DVD-RAM Discs

Specific details on using DVD-RAM discs.

Care And Handling Of Discs

How to handle discs

Proper methods for handling discs to prevent damage and ensure performance.

Maintenance of discs

Procedures for cleaning discs to maintain playback quality.

Front View

Buttons To Be Used (Front Panel)

Identifies and describes the function of each button on the front panel.

Rear View

Connectors and Ports

Identifies and describes the purpose of rear panel connectors.

Front Display Panel

Indicators and Displays

Explanation of the various indicators and displays on the front panel.

Remote Control

Buttons and Functions

Detailed description of each button on the remote control and its function.

How To Use

Instructions on using the remote control and its capabilities.

On-Screen Display (DVD deck)

When playing back a recorded title

Describes the on-screen display information during title playback.

When recording

Describes the on-screen display information during recording.

INITIAL SETTINGS

Plug & Play Set

Automatic setup for clock and tuner channels upon first connection.

Clock Set

Semiauto Clock Set

Manual adjustment for clock, host channel, and daylight saving time.

Manual Clock Set

Procedure for setting the clock manually without automatic adjustments.

Tuner Set

Auto Channel Set

Automatic scanning and setting of receivable TV channels.

Manual Channel Set

Procedure to add or delete specific TV channels manually.

Cable Box and/or DBS Receiver Control Setting (HDD & DVD Deck only)

Installing Controller

Guide on how to install and connect the controller for external devices.

Setting Brand And Channel

Configuring the unit to control external cable boxes or DBS receivers.

Basic Playback (DVD Deck)

Basic Playback

Step-by-step guide for playing DVD discs.

Playback Features (DVD Deck)

Locating The Start Point Of The Item Or Skip The Item

Methods to navigate to specific points or skip sections during playback.

Locating A Desired Scene Using The DVD Menu

How to find specific scenes using DVD menus.

High-Speed Search

Instructions for fast-forward and fast-reverse searching during playback.

Resume Function

Marking Positions To Play Back Again Later

How to mark specific points for later playback.

Audio Language/Sound Selection

Audio Channel Selection

How to choose between different audio tracks or channels.

Playback Control (PBC) Function

How to use the Playback Control function on Video CDs.

Live Memory Playback

Temporary recording for Live Memory

How temporary recording works for Live Memory Playback.

Buttons To Be Used During Live Memory Playback

LIVE

Function of the LIVE button for returning to the on-air screen.

NAVIGATION

How to use the Navigation menu for title playback.

LIVE CHECK

How to check the currently recorded picture while playing back.

Using The On-screen Bar

How To Access The On-screen Bar

Steps to display and access the on-screen bar for playback control.

Basic Operation On The On-screen Bar

How to use the on-screen bar to control playback functions.

Repeat Playback

A-B Repeat Playback

How to set and play back a specific segment repeatedly.

Locating The Beginning Of A Desired Selection

Methods to navigate to specific points or skip sections during playback.

Simulated Surround Effect

Time Search

How to play back from a specific elapsed time.

Adjusting The Picture Quality

How to select picture modes to optimize image quality.

Setting The Progressive Mode

Program Playback

How to set up a playback sequence for multiple tracks.

Random Playback

How to play back tracks in a random order.

Parental Lock

To Set Parental Lock For The First Time

Initial setup procedure for the parental lock feature.

To Temporarily Release Parental Lock

Method to temporarily unlock discs based on rating.

Basic Recording (DVD Deck)

Recording Mode

Explanation of different recording quality modes (XP, SP, LP, EP, FR).

Recording Features (DVD Deck)

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

Easy method for timer recording with automatic shut-off.

Watch Another Program While Recording On The Unit

How to watch TV broadcasts using the unit's tuner during recording.

Free Rate Function

Second Audio Recording

How to record SAP audio broadcasts.

Basic Recording (HDD Deck)

Pause recording on HDD deck

Information about pausing HDD recording and Live Memory Playback.

Recording Features (HDD Deck)

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

Easy method for timer recording with automatic shut-off on HDD.

Watch Another Program While Recording On The Unit

How to watch TV broadcasts using the unit's tuner during recording.

Basic Playback (HDD Deck)

High-Speed Search

Instructions for fast-forward and fast-reverse searching during HDD playback.

Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback

How to pause and step through playback frames.

Slow Motion

How to play back content in slow motion.

Live Memory Playback (HDD Deck)

Temporary recording for Live Memory

How temporary recording works for Live Memory Playback on HDD.

Buttons To Be Used During Live Memory Playback (HDD Deck)

LIVE

Function of the LIVE button for returning to the on-air screen.

NAVIGATION

How to use the Navigation menu for title playback on HDD.

LIVE CHECK

How to check the currently recorded picture while playing back on HDD.

To Play Back The Previous Part Of The Channel Currently Recording or Watching

Jump Search

How to locate specific scenes by jumping time intervals.

Basic Playback (VHS Deck)

Usable cassettes

Information on types of VHS cassettes that can be used.

Playback Features (VHS Deck)

High-Speed Search

Instructions for fast-forward and fast-reverse searching during VHS playback.

Index Search

How to locate recordings using automatically marked index codes.

Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback

How to pause and step through VHS playback frames.

Soundtrack Selection

VHS Progressive Scan

How to enable progressive scan output for VHS via component video.

Basic Recording (VHS Deck)

Recording Resume Function

How recording resumes after a power interruption.

Watch Another Program While Recording On The Unit

How to watch TV broadcasts using the unit's tuner during VHS recording.

Instant Timer Recording (ITR) (VHS Deck)

Elapsed Recording Time Indication

How to display recording time and tape remaining time.

Accidental erasure prevention

Method to prevent accidental erasure of recorded VHS tapes.

VCR Plus+ C³® Timer Programming

Cable Box and DBS Receiver Users

How to timer-record satellite broadcasts using VCR Plus+.

Weekly/Daily Recording

For the HDD deck

Options for weekly/daily recording and overwriting on HDD.

For the DVD deck

Options for weekly/daily recording on DVD.

Manual Timer Programming

Source Selection

How to select the correct input source for timer recording.

When Programs Overlap Each Other

Check Programs

How to view programmed timers and check for overlaps.

Cancel And Change Programs

How to cancel, modify, skip, or save timer programs.

Automatic Satellite Program Recording (HDD Deck Only)

ATTENTION:

Important precautions for automatic satellite recording.

NOTES:

Notes on satellite recording functionality and compatibility.

VCR Plus+ Timer Programming (VHS Deck)

IMPORTANT:

Crucial notes on channel setup for VCR Plus+ programming on VHS.

Manual Timer Programming (VHS Deck)

NOTES:

Notes on timer programming, serials, and power failures.

When Programs Overlap Each Other (VHS Deck)

Check, Cancel And Change Programs

How to manage timer programs, resolve overlaps, and modify settings.

Library Database Navigation

About registration of information

How recording information is automatically registered for titles.

The Icons and their meanings

Explains icons representing recording status and title protection.

Scan For Beginning Of Title

Modify Original Information

How to modify title, index, and category information.

Modify Title Name

How to edit the names of recorded titles.

Protect Title (DVD deck only)

Delete Title

How to remove recorded titles from the library.

Delete Unwanted Part Of The Title (DVD deck only)

How to remove specific segments from a recorded title.

Divide Title (HDD deck only)

Modify Chapter

How to create and delete chapter marks within titles.

Play List

Creating and managing playlists for scene playback.

Create Play List

Add scenes

How to add scenes to an existing or new play list.

Edit Scenes

How to modify scenes within a play list.

Play Back Play List

How to play back created play lists.

Modify Library Information

Scan For Title From Library

How to search for titles within the library database.

Register Disc

Procedure for registering a disc in the library database.

Playback With MP3/WMA/JPEG Navigation

Locating The Desired Group And Tracks

How to search and play MP3, WMA, and JPEG files on discs.

Dubbing

High Speed Dubbing (From HDD To DVD)

How to dub HDD content to DVD at high speed.

Manual Dubbing (From HDD To DVD)

How to dub HDD content to DVD with manual settings.

Dubbing From VHS To HDD

(Dubbing An Entire Cassette)

How to dub an entire VHS cassette to HDD.

(Dubbing A Program From Cassette)

How to dub a single program from VHS to HDD.

Dubbing From VHS To DVD (Dubbing An Entire Cassette)

(Dubbing An Entire Cassette)

How to dub an entire VHS cassette to DVD.

DV Dubbing (HDD & DVD Deck Only)

Auto capture button

How to start or pause DV dubbing and use preroll editing.

When you dub from DV equipment other than a camcorder

Steps for dubbing from DV devices other than camcorders.

Edit From A Camcorder

If the camcorder has no S-VIDEO output connector:

Connection steps for camcorders without S-Video output.

If the camcorder has an S-VIDEO output connector (HDD & DVD deck only):

Connection steps for camcorders with S-Video output.

Edit To Or From Another Recorder

When recording on HDD or DVD deck

How to record from another recorder onto HDD or DVD decks.

When recording on VHS deck

How to record from another recorder onto the VHS deck.

Digital Audio Dubbing

Example: Dubbing to an MD

How to dub audio from discs to a digital audio device like MD.

Remote Control Functions

Remote Control 1/2/3/4 Code Switching

How to switch between different remote control codes.

TV Multi-Brand Remote Control

How to operate your TV set using the unit's remote control.

Cable Box Or DBS Receiver Multi-Brand Remote Control

IMPORTANT:

Important information regarding remote control compatibility and limitations.

NOTES:

Notes on operating cable boxes or DBS receivers with the remote.

Connecting To A Dolby Digital Decoder Or An Amplifier With Built-in DTS

NOTES:

Notes on audio output settings for Dolby Digital and DTS sound.

Mode Set (HDD & DVD Deck Only)

AUDIO OUTPUT

How to set digital audio output for connected devices.

D. RANGE CONTROL - NORMAL / WIDE RANGE / TV MODE

How to adjust dynamic range for Dolby Digital playback.

DISC PLAY SET UP

RESUME - OFF/ON/ DISC RESUME

How to enable or disable the resume playback function.

HDD SET UP

LIVE MEMORY - OFF / 30 MIN / 1 HR / 3 HR

Setting the duration for temporary recording in Live Memory.

DVD SET UP

SAVE AS LIBRARY - OFF / ON

Enabling automatic storage of recording information in the library.

VIDEO MODE RECORDING ASPECT - PRIORITIZE 4:3 / PRIORITIZE 16:9

Setting aspect ratio priority when dubbing titles in video mode.

REC/PLAY SET UP

XP MODE REC AUDIO - DOLBY DIGITAL / LINEAR PCM

Selecting audio format for XP mode recording.

2ND AUDIO RECORD - OFF / ON

How to record SAP audio broadcasts.

JUMP TIME — 15 MIN / 30 MIN / 1 HR

Setting time intervals for jump search functionality.

DISPLAY SET

Controlling the display of operational indicators on screen.

Scan Mode Set

DIMMER - BRIGHT / DIMMED

Adjusting the brightness of the front display panel.

VIDEO IN/OUT

Selecting monitor aspect ratio for DVD playback.

Progressive scan

Explanation of progressive scanning for video signals.

Mode Set (VHS Deck Only)

FUNCTION

Adjusting picture quality for playback and editing.

VIDEO STABILIZER - ON / OFF

Correcting vertical vibration in VHS playback.

Changing VCR Plus+ Setting

Guide Channel Number Set

Setting VCR Plus+ guide channel numbers for accurate timer recording.

Format A Disc (DVD Deck Only)

Format A DVD-RAM Disc

Procedure for formatting a DVD-RAM disc.

Format A DVD-RW Disc

Procedure for formatting a DVD-RW disc in VR or Video mode.

Finalize A Disc (DVD Deck Only)

Finalize A DVD-R/RW Disc

Steps to make DVD-R/RW discs playable on other players.

Cancel The Finalization Of A DVD-RW Disc

How to cancel the finalization process for a DVD-RW disc.

Troubleshooting

Initializing (DVD Deck Only)

Procedure to reset the unit if a malfunction occurs.

General

Common issues like power, remote control, and external equipment connection problems.

Playback (DVD Deck)

Troubleshooting steps for DVD playback issues.

Playback (HDD Deck)

Troubleshooting steps for HDD playback issues.

Playback (VHS Deck)

The VHS deck cannot be operated.

Steps to take if the VHS deck is not responding.

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

Steps to resolve issues with no picture during VHS playback.

Recording (DVD Deck)

The desired program cannot be recorded.

Solutions when a program fails to record on the DVD deck.

Recording (HDD Deck)

TV broadcasts cannot be recorded.

Steps to take if TV broadcasts are not recorded on HDD.

Camcorder recording is not possible.

Troubleshooting camcorder recording issues on HDD.

Timer Recording (HDD & DVD Deck)

Timer programming cannot be made.

Steps to resolve issues preventing timer programming setup.

Automatic Satellite Program Recording (HDD Deck Only)

ATTENTION:

Important precautions for automatic satellite recording.

NOTES:

Notes on satellite recording functionality and compatibility.

Timer Recording (VHS Deck)

Timer programming cannot be made.

Steps to resolve issues preventing timer programming setup on VHS.

The VHS recording lamp on the unit won't stop blinking.

Troubleshooting when the VHS recording lamp blinks continuously.

Other Problems

The image of the TV broadcast appears distorted on the TV screen.

Steps to resolve distorted TV broadcast images.

Even though Auto or Semiauto Clock Set has been performed, the clock is incorrect.

Troubleshooting incorrect clock settings after automatic setup.

Malfunction occurs and the unit cannot be power off.

How to reset the unit when it cannot be turned off.

On-screen Message (HDD & DVD Deck Only)

DISC NOT REGISTERED IN THE LIBRARY REGISTER DISC?

What to do when a disc is not registered in the library.

CAN NOT RECORD OR MAKE PLAY LIST DELETE UNWANTED TITLES

Troubleshooting when recording or playlist creation fails.

REGION CODE ERROR CHECK DISC

What to do when a region code error occurs with a disc.

THE I.LINK DEVICE THAT YOU HAVE CONNECTED IS NOT RECOGNIZED

Troubleshooting DV dubbing when the i.Link device is not recognized.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

General technical details and specifications of the unit.

VIDEO/AUDIO (VHS Deck)

Specifications related to video and audio for the VHS deck.

TUNER/TIMER

Specifications for the tuner and timer functions.

ACCESSORIES

List of accessories included with the product.

Language Code List

Country/Area Code List for Parental Lock

LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT WE WILL DO:

Details on JVC's warranty service for defective products.

WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:

Instructions for obtaining warranty service for the product.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

List of conditions and damages not covered by the warranty.

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMER

NEED HELP ON HOW TO HOOK UP?

Information on getting help with product setup and connections.

NEED ASSISTANCE ON HOW TO OPERATE?

Information on getting help with product operation.

JVC IS HERE TO HELP!

Contact information for customer support and service.

Do not attempt to service the product yourself

Warning against self-servicing and advice to refer to qualified personnel.

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