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ENGLISH
EN
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
HR-J798AH
INSTRUCTIONS
LPT0796-001A
Printed in China
COPYRIGHT © 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
0603-MN-PJ-BJ
CONTENTS
Buttons, Connectors and Indicators................................................ 2
Basic Connections ......................................................................... 3
Initial Settings ............................................................................. 4
Video Channel Set ................................................................. 4
Auto Set Up ........................................................................... 4
Language Setting.................................................................... 5
Clock Setting.......................................................................... 5
Playback...................................................................................... 5
Basic Playback....................................................................... 5
Playback Features .................................................................. 6
Recording .................................................................................... 7
Basic Recording ..................................................................... 7
Recording Features ................................................................ 7
Timer Recording ........................................................................... 8
Express Timer Programing ....................................................... 9
Checking, cancelling or changing program settings ................. 9
Program overlap warning display........................................... 9
Other Functions.......................................................................... 10
Checking tape position ........................................................ 10
Changing display information .............................................. 10
Function settings .................................................................. 10
Satellite Auto Recording....................................................... 11
Multi-Brand Remote Control ................................................ 11
Changing Remote Control Code........................................... 12
Editing....................................................................................... 12
Information on Multi-System Compatibility .................................. 13
Tuner Setting ............................................................................. 14
Specifications............................................................................. 16
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.
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Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video
cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with
this model.
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This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK)
that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings in the SP
mode with regular VHS resolution.
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HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
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G-
CODE
is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation and
is registered in the following countries: Australia, China, Hong
Kong, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, and Taiwan. S
HOW
V
IEW
is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation and is
registered in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden
and Switzerland. The G-
CODE
/S
HOW
V
IEW
system is manufactured
under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
CAUTION
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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.
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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.
ATTENTION
1. This recorder can also receive SECAM colour television signals
for recording and playback.
2. Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce
monochrome pictures if played back on another video recorder
of SECAM standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if
played back on another video recorder of PAL standard.
3. SECAM prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a SECAM
video recorder produce monochrome pictures when played
back with this recorder.
POWER SYSTEM:
This set operates on voltage of AC110 V – 240 V
d
(Rating), AC90 V –
260 V
d
(Operating), 50 Hz/60 Hz with automatic switching.
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 Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony
or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery
is incorrectly replaced.
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Dispose of used battery promptly.
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Keep away from children.
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Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
IMPORTANT
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Please read the various precautions on this page before installing
or operating the recorder.
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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.
The
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)
or EP (Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on a single-
speed video recorder.
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