JVC BR-D95U
Owner's Manual

1 INTRODUCTION 1-3 PRECAUTIONS
The BR-D95U incorporates highly sophisticated and complex technology. To ensure proper operation, be sure to take the following precautions. Transportation Always hold this unit by the side panels when carrying or moving it. If you hold it by the front panel, Condensation � Do not use this unit immediately after moving it from a cold place to a warm place or after switching on a heater in a cold room. This will cause water vapor to condense on the video head drum and tape guides and may damage the tape and the VCR.
Head drum

1 INTRODUCTION 1-4 VIDEO CASSETTE
� Only cassettes bearing the � � logo can be used with this VCR. � Cassettes bearing the S-VHS or VHS logo cannot be used with this unit. If an S-VHS or VHS cassette is inserted, it will be automatically ejected. � Video cassettes cannot be used upside down. � Leaving the tape in a partially wound condition for a long time may damage the tape. Rewind the tape to the beginning before storage. � Tape performance cannot be maintained if a cassette is used repeatedly. The more a tape is used, the more dropouts occur. Do not use dirty tapes or tapes which have been damaged as doing so may shorten the service life of the rotary heads.
OFF REC ON

Cassettes bearing the � � logo on the back are provided with a safety slide to prevent accidental erasure. � Move the slide to OFF to prevent erasure. � Move the slide to ON to allow recording.

the tilt panel may open and you could drop the unit. Installation and storage

Slide

� Avoid using the unit in places subject to the following conditions: extreme heat or cold strong magnetic field �
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high humidity

dust and soil vibrations

Video tape

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Recordable

� Handle the unit carefully Do not block the ventilation openings, or place anything heavy on the unit. Do not put any foreign materials into the cassette loading slot. � Use the unit in a horizontal (flat) position only. � Avoid violent shocks to the recording chassis during transportation. Remove the cassette tape from the unit prior to transportation. � Avoid leaving tapes in the Still or Record Pause mode for a long time as this may damage the tape. � When not using the unit, set the [POWER] switch to �OFF� to avoid unnecessary power consumption. � Do not stand or sit on the unit. This will damage the unit and may cause it to fall, resulting in injury. � Do not install the BR-D95U in a location where it exposed to radiation, x-rays or corrosive gases. Maintenance and cleaning

� When condensation occurs, the warning message �02 1� is shown on the tape counter display. The cassette is automatically ejected (see page 145). The head drum then rotates automatically to dry itself. Leave the VCR in this state with the power on. Once the warning message �02 1� has turned off, operation can be resumed.

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

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1-5 HEAD CLEANING
Repeated recording and playback leads to accumulation of dust and other particles on the video and audio heads. Excessive accumulation will adversely affect the picture or sound quality. If head cleaning is not performed periodically, a type of mosaic noise called block noise may appear in the picture or the sound may be interrupted. Be sure to clean the tape transport system with a dedicated head cleaning tape (optionally available DCL-5) once every 20 hours. Use a dedicated head cleaning tape only. For details on use of the dedicated head cleaning tape, refer to the instructions provided with it.

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Variable Motion
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CONDITION

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� This unit contains precision components to ensure the highest performance. For optimum long-term performance, proper maintenance and care are required. Consult your JVC dealer for replacement of parts, adjustment and servicing. � Use a soft cloth to clean the cabinet. Do not use benzene or thinner as these may melt or cloud the cabinet surface. To remove excessive dirt, clean the unit with a mild detergent diluted with water, then wipe it with a dry cloth. About the provided power cables Two power cables are provided with the BR-D95U. Use the one that corresponds to your power-supply. � When usage voltage is 120 V or less; use the A-type (flat-pin type) power cable. � When usage voltage is 127 V or over; use the C-type (round-pin type) power cable.

CANCEL PREVIEW SHIFT REVIEW

AUTO EDIT

PREROLL
USER

STAND BY

REW

STOP

FF

SERVO/SYS

TIME CODE

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PULL RELEASE

Block noise Head Cleaning mode This unit is provided with a built-in head cleaner. Use it to remove dust from the heads.
STAND BY REW STOP FF

Cleaning procedure 1. Unload the cassette. 2. Press the [STANDBY], [REW], [STOP] and [FF] buttons simultaneously. The built-in head cleaner in this unit cleans the heads for about 5 seconds. � If a cassette is inserted during head cleaning, the head cleaning operation stops.

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