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Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to 
the VCR, Remote or video cassette.

1. DO NOT place the VCR . . .

...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 VCR’s ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the 

VCR or on the Remote.

5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.

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 S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with 
S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR.

As an E

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 Partner, JVC has determined that this product 

or product model meets the E

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 guidelines for energy 

efficiency.

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY 

INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper 
use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This 
product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your 
personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, 
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and 
servicing.

ATTENTION:

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your 
product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read 
all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this 
product and keep this booklet for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization

(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-

current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the 
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. 
This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try 
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your 
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the 
safety purpose of the polarized plug.

(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type 

plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only 
fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your 
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the 
safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. Power Sources

Operate your product only from the type of power source 
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of 
power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local 
power company. If your product is intended to operate from 
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

3. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral 
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or 
electric shock.

4. Power Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to 
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, 
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

5. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To 
ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from 
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, 
sofa, rug or other similar surface.

Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a 
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the 
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as 
recommended by the manufacturer.

CAUTION:

Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void 
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical 
burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat 
above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace battery with CR2032. Panasonic (Matsushita Electric) 
or Maxell is recommended. 
Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly 
replaced.

Dispose of used battery promptly.

Keep away from children.

Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number:

HR-S2912U

Trade Name:

JVC

Responsible Party:

JVC Americas Corp.

Address:

1700 Valley Road Wayne, N.J. 07470

Telephone Number: 973-317-5000
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this 
device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

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Summary of Contents for HR-S2912U

Page 1: ... 60Hz only To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards DO NOT use any other power source CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CAT...

Page 2: ... not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 2 Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company If your product is intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 3 Overloading Do...

Page 3: ... product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table It may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer s instructions for any mounting of the product Do not try t...

Page 4: ... 4 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition How to use the Remote Before use insert the lithium battery CR2032 correctly with the plus side up into the battery compartment To open it press the release tab and carefully pull the compartment out The Remote ca...

Page 5: ...lot VIDEO AUDIO input connectors Display panel VCR mode indicator Play indicator Record indicator Timer mode indicator Channel and auxiliary input Clock time Remote sensor S VHS indicator S VIDEO input connector S VIDEO AC power cord HR S2912U EN fm Page 5 Friday November 8 2002 9 15 AM ...

Page 6: ...ors on the rear of the VCR and the audio video input connectors on the TV A Press OSD OK All indications corresponding to the current status are displayed for 5 seconds After that the counter information and RECORD PAUSE if in the RecordPause mode are left displayed on the screen B Press OSD OK again to clear the display The RECORD PAUSE indication is left displayed on the screen TIMER CANCEL B E ...

Page 7: ...basic playback or basic recording If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF connection press TV VCR on the Remote so that the VCR mode indicator lights on the display panel Language Setting The default setting is ENGLISH A Access Main Menu screen then Initial Set screen Press MENU on the Remote Press rt to move the highlight bar arrow to INITIAL SET then press OK or e B Select language T...

Page 8: ...s Press OK or e repeatedly until the item you want to change blinks then press rt Tuner Setting Setting channels automatically Auto Channel Set Perform Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set correctly by the Plug Play setting A Access Main Menu screen then Tuner Set screen Press MENU on the Remote Press rt to move the highlight bar arrow to TUNER SET then press OK or e B Perform Auto ...

Page 9: ...o after rewinding is complete Ensure that the VCR is in stop mode For Automatic Playback Start Press REW 3 then press PLAY 4 within 2 seconds For Automatic Power Off Press REW 3 then press POWER 1 within 2 seconds Playback Turn on the VCR and TV and select the VCR channel or AV mode During playback Stop playback Press STOP 8 on the Remote OR Press STOP EJECT 0 on the VCR Pause playback and view st...

Page 10: ...g on a recorded cassette remove its record safety tab To record on it later cover the hole with adhesive tape Basic Recording A Load a cassette Make sure the record safety tab is intact If not cover the hole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette The VCR turns on and the counter on the on screen display is reset automatically B Select recording channel On the Remote Press CHr t or the Nu...

Page 11: ...emember the clock must be set before you can program the timer NOTES If all the 8 programs have already been set PROGRAM FULL appears on the TV screen After timer recording is completed the VCR turns off automatically You can program the timer recording while a regular recording is in progress the menu screens will not be recorded Even if a power failure occurs the VCR keeps your timer programs Ho...

Page 12: ... put the VCR into timer recording standby mode To clear the display press CANCEL on the Remote Checking tape position When you change the VCR operation mode from the stop mode to fast forward or rewind mode or when you perform an Index Search or Instant Review the tape position indicator appears The position of q in relation to B Beginning or E End shows you where you are on the tape Set SUPERIMPO...

Page 13: ...emporarily canceled when the VCR is turned on You do not have to press TIMER to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode When this function is set to OFF You have to press TIMER to engage or disengage the timer recording standby mode 䡵 SUPERIMPOSE ON OFF When this function is set to ON various VCR status information on screen display appears on the screen NOTE When you use this VCR as ...

Page 14: ...mode allows you to make high quality video recordings with horizontal resolution of 400 lines comparing with the 230 lines of resolution of conventional VHS recordings To achieve the highest quality picture we recommended to record in S VHS mode But remember that a conventional VHS VCR without SQPB cannot play back S VHS tapes recorded in S VHS mode S VHS MODE setting does not affect recording on ...

Page 15: ... Set the edit mode to ON for the VCRs if such a mode is equipped On this VCR set PICTURE CONTROL to EDIT 墌 pg 13 F Start playback Press PLAY 4 on the playback VCR G Start recording Press REC 7 on the recording VCR Editing To audio video input This VCR Another VCR To AUDIO VIDEO IN To AUDIO VIDEO OUT To audio video output When using this VCR as the recording VCR connect this VCR s AUDIO VIDEO IN co...

Page 16: ...or signal and EIA monochrome signal 525 lines 60 fields Recording Playback system DA 4 Double Azimuth head helical scan system Signal to noise ratio 45 dB Horizontal resolution VHS 230 lines S VHS 400 lines Frequency range Normal audio 70 Hz to 10 000 Hz Hi Fi audio 20 Hz to 20 000 Hz Input Output RCA connectors IN x 1 OUT x 1 S video connectors IN x 1 OUT x 1 TUNER Tuning system Frequency synthes...

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