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JVC HR-J588
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SERVICE MANUAL
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
No. 82849
March 2001
This service manual is printed on 100% recycled paper.
COPYRIGHT © 2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
HR-J580EK/EU,J581EU,J587EU,
J588EU,J589EU
Regarding service information other than these sections, refer to the HR-J680EU/EK service manual (No. 82847).
Also, be sure to note important safety precautions provided in the service manual.
SPECIFICATIONS
(The specifications shown pertain specifically to the model HR-J587EU/588EU/589EU,J680EU/681EU/682EU)
VCR
SAT
REVIEW
SAT
PR
GENERAL
Power requirement : AC 220 V – 240 V ` , 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption
Power on : 16 W
Power off : 4.0 W
Temperature
Operating : 5°C to 40°C
Storage : –20°C to 60°C
Operating position : Horizontal only
Dimensions (WxHxD)
[HR-J680/681/682EU]
: 400 mm x 94 mm x 278 mm
[HR-J587/588/589EU]
: 360 mm x 94 mm x 278 mm
Weight
[HR-J680/681/682EU]
: 3.3 kg
[HR-J587/588/589EU]
: 3.2 kg
Format : VHS PAL standard
Maximum recording time
(SP) : 240 min. with E-240 video cassette
(LP) : 480 min. with E-240 video cassette
VIDEO/AUDIO
Signal system : PAL-type colour signal and CCIR
monochrome signal, 625 lines 50 fields
Recording system : DA4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system
Signal-to-noise ratio : 45 dB
Horizontal resolution : 250 lines
Frequency range : 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz (Normal audio)
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (Hi-Fi audio)
Input/Output : 21-pin SCART connectors :
IN/OUT x 1, IN/DECODER x 1
RCA connectors: AUDIO OUT x 1
TUNER/TIMER
TV channel storage capacity : 99 positions (+AUX position)
Tuning system : Frequency synthesized tuner
Channel coverage : VHF 47MHz – 89MHz/
104MHz – 300MHz/
302MHz – 470MHz
UHF 470MHz – 862MHz
Aerial output : UHF channels 22 – 69 (Adjustable)
Memory backup time : Approx. 10 min.
ACCESSORIES
Provided accessories : RF cable,
Infrared remote control unit,
“R6” battery x 2
Optional accessories : Satellite Controller RM-SD1
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise specified.
E.& O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

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Questions and Answers

  • T
    Taylor HamiltonAug 12, 2025
    What to do if the playback picture on my JVC HR-J588 is blurred?
    • M
      Michael CohenAug 12, 2025
      If the playback picture on your JVC VCR is blurred or interrupted, or if you see a 'USE CLEANING CASSETTE' message, the video heads may be dirty. Use a dry cleaning cassette TCL-2UX or consult your JVC dealer.
  • J
    Juan WilliamsonAug 19, 2025
    Why is there no playback picture on my JVC VCR?
    • J
      Jason HansonAug 19, 2025
      If you're not seeing a picture during playback on your JVC VCR, check the following: * If using an RF connection: Ensure your TV is set to the correct video channel and that the VCR's video channel is correctly set. Perform “Video Channel Set”. * If using an AV connection: Make sure your TV is set to the AV mode.
  • L
    Laura RamosAug 27, 2025
    What to do if my JVC HR-J588 VCR tape doesn't run during recording?
    • R
      Raymond HannaAug 27, 2025
      If the tape isn't running during recording on your JVC VCR, and “២” is lit with the channel display blinking, the recorder is likely in Record Pause mode. Press 4 to resume recording.
  • C
    Carolyn ThomasSep 4, 2025
    Why won't my JVC VCR power on even though the clock works?
    • M
      Michael GomezSep 4, 2025
      If the clock on your JVC VCR is working but the recorder won't power on, and “#” is displayed on the front panel with Auto Timer set to “OFF”, press the # button to turn the “#” indicator off.

JVC HR-J588 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVCR
Video FormatVHS
AudioMono
Remote ControlYes
TunerYes
TimerYes
Power SupplyAC 120V, 60Hz
Playback FeaturesAuto Tracking
ConnectionsAudio/Video Output, RF Output
Playback SpeedSP, LP
Heads4
Input/OutputComposite video input/output, Audio input/output

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