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HDD & S-VHS
VIDEO RECORDER
HM-HDS4E
INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
Cassettes marked "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only
with cassettes marked "S-VHS".
By using the S-VHS ET function, it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this recorder.
SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under licence
from Gemstar Development Corporation.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology
must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing users only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
CAUTION
8 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.
8 Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric
shock or fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to connecting or
disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.
WARNING
There are two different types of SECAM colour systems: SECAM-L, used in FRANCE (also called
SECAM-West), and SECAM-B, used in Eastern European countries (also called SECAM-East).
1. This recorder can also receive SECAM-B colour television signals for recording and playback.
2. Recordings made of SECAM-B television signals produce monochrome pictures if played back on a
video recorder of SECAM-L standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on a
PAL video recorder with SECAM-B system incorporated (even if the TV set is SECAM-compatible).
3. SECAM-L prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a SECAM-L video recorder produce
monochrome pictures when played back with this recorder.
4. This recorder cannot be used for the SECAM-L standard. Use a SECAM-L recorder to record SECAM-L
signals.
IMPORTANT
8 Please read the various precautions on pages 2 4 before installing or operating the recorder.
8 It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without
the consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme
and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.
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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to
allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear.)
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the recorder, remote control or video
cassette.
1. DO NOT place the recorder ...
... in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.
... in direct sunlight.
... in a dusty environment.
... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.
... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT block the recorder's ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able
to get out.)
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the recorder or remote control.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
5. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
6. DO NOT use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also DO NOT place any containers
filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on
top of this unit.
7. DO NOT place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
8. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or
under extremely humid conditions--just as water droplets form in the surface of a glass filled with cold
liquid. Moisture condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where
condensation may occur, keep the recorder turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.
For Italy:
"It is declared that this product, brand JVC, conforms to the Ministry Decree n. 548 of 28 Aug.'95
published in the Official Gazette of the Italian Republic n. 301 of 28 Dec.'95"
The STANDBY/ON 1 button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches
operating current on and off. "`" shows electrical power standby and "!" shows ON.
Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long Play) mode cannot be played back on a
single-speed video recorder.
ATTENTION:
To mobile phone users:
Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the recorder may cause picture vibration on the TV screen or
change the screen to a blue back display.
On placing the recorder:
Some TVs or other appliances generates strong magnetic fields. Do not place such appliance on top of
the recorder as it may cause picture disturbance.
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SAFETY FIRST (cont.)
PRECAUTION FOR Hard Disk Drive
1. Before installing the recorder
This recorder has a built-in hard disk drive,
which is a device to read minute magnetic
changes.
The inside of the device is precision-built,
which, when installing the recorder, requires
you to note the following:
DO NOT use the recorder in a location prone to
vibration or dust.
DO NOT place the recorder where difference in
temperatures is large (condensation can occur), or
where humidity is high.
When condensation occurs
Water droplets form on the hard disc or head
drums inside, possibly causing hard disc and
heads to be damaged.
About condensation
When well-cooled beer is poured into a glass,
water droplets often form around its outside.
This phenomenon is called condensation.
DO NOT install the recorder where the cooling
fans in its back may be blocked, or where the
recorder may be closed in.
DO NOT use the recorder placed vertically.
NOTES:
When you connect the recorder's power plug to the mains
outlet, the HDD starts its setup and it continues for a while.
Press
1 on the recorder to use it after the HDD completes
its setup.
The hard disk may produce mechanical noise, but it is not a
malfunction.
2. Before using the recorder
When the power of the unit is on, the hard disc
is constantly rotating at high speed.
This requires you to note the following:
DO NOT impart vibration or shock.
If given a heavy shock, not only is the data recorded
damaged but also the hard disk itself can be
damaged.
DO NOT allow anything having strong magnetism
or emitting strong electromagnetic waves (cell
phones, etc.) near the recorder.
DO NOT disconnect the power plug from the wall
outlet when the power of the recorder is on.
If the power supply is cut off while the hard disc is
in operation, it can be damaged or the data stored
on it may be damaged. Be sure to push the power
button before turning off the power.
3. While using the recorder
When viewing a program by selecting HDD
(Hard Disk Drive), there occurs a slight time lag
relative to the actual program being broadcast.
This is because pictures received are once
stored on the hard disk, and then played back.
The time lag is about three seconds. If you turn
the power on with the hard disk already
selected, it will take about 30 seconds before
the pictures received appear on the screen. Up
until then, any operation is disabled. But it is not
a malfunction.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST
2
Safety Precautions ............................................... 2
INDEX
6
INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER
12
Basic Connection .............................................. 12
S-VIDEO Connection ........................................ 13
INITIAL SETTINGS
14
Auto Set Up ....................................................... 14
Preset Download ............................................... 16
Language ........................................................... 18
SAT CONTROL SET
19
Satellite Receiver Control Setting ....................... 19
T-V LINK
21
T-V Link Functions ............................................ 21
RECORDING/PLAYBACK ON HDD DECK
22
Basic Recording ................................................ 22
Basic Playback .................................................. 23
Playback with HDD Navigation ........................ 24
Live Memory Features ....................................... 28
Playback Features .............................................. 30
Recording Features ............................................ 33
RECORDING/PLAYBACK ON VHS DECK
34
Basic Recording ................................................ 34
Basic Playback .................................................. 35
Playback with VCR Navigation .......................... 36
Playback Features .............................................. 39
Recording Features ............................................ 42
B.E.S.T. Picture System ...................................... 45
TIMER RECORDING
46
SHOWVIEW® Timer Programming ....................... 46
Express Timer Programming .............................. 48
Automatic Satellite Programme Recording ......... 51
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
52
EDITING
55
About Hybrid Navigation .................................. 55
Modify Information ............................................ 56
Play List Features ............................................... 60
Dubbing ............................................................ 63
Normal Dubbing (from HDD to VHS) ................ 65
Normal Dubbing (from VHS to HDD) ................ 66
Edit From A Camcorder ..................................... 67
Output/Input Set ................................................ 68
Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder .......... 70
DV Dubbing ...................................................... 72
Audio Dubbing .................................................. 74
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
76
Connecting To A Satellite Receiver .................... 76
Connecting/Using A Decoder ............................ 78
Connecting/Using A Stereo System .................... 79
SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS
80
Mode Set ........................................................... 80
SHOWVIEW® System Setup ................................. 85
Clock Set ........................................................... 86
Tuner Set ........................................................... 88
HELP
95
Help Function ................................................... 95
TROUBLESHOOTING
96
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
101
SPECIFICATIONS
102
LIST OF TERMS
103
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