JVC SR-MV55 User's Manual

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DVD VIDEO RECORDER/S-VHS VIDEO RECORDER

COMBO DECK

SR-MV55

DVD Recorder and S-VHS VCR in One Package –

Easy-to-Use, Convenient Dual Deck with RS-232C Control

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Handy Two-in-One Design.

Just Press a Button and Turn

Your Library of S-VHS/VHS

Tapes into DVDs.

Whether you’re a professional videographer or simply looking to create a pro-grade home theater, the

SR-MV55 will double your satisfaction with its two-inone design incorporating a DVD recorder and S-VHS recorder. If you already own a library of VHS or

S-VHS tapes, the SR-MV55 is the convenient way to make a smooth transition from tape to DVD media.

Especially suited for use in educational institutions, this product will reduce the space taken up by tapes and let you easily create a long-lasting DVD library.

What’s more, it gives you a choice of three DVD recording media: DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and DVD-R.

If you’re looking for smart convenience, JVC’s

SR-MV55 is the intelligent choice.

Smart features for

Academic or Corporate Applications

◗

Simultaneous Recording from a single source to VCR and DVD decks

If you ever come across a need to make recordings of a single source on both

DVD disc and S-VHS tape simultaneously, the

SR-MV55 has a solution.

The Simultaneous

Recording function can

Player

IN

SR-MV55

IN

Monitor

OUT record programson both DVD and VCR decks from the same input source. Additionally, it allows recordings from two different programs on two separate media.*

* The SR-MV55 has no built-in tuner.

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Auto full repeat discs can be made

The Auto Repeat function is very convenient when constant or repeated video playback is required such as when DVD discs are used for company receptions or storefront demos.

◗

Live Memory and Live Check functions

Ideal for school track and field events, Live Memory function lets you playback scenes to check any performance. With the

DVD-RAM’s rewriting capability, video can be recorded from a camcorder to the DVD-RAM, enabling simultaneous recording and playback. Viewing missed scenes will not interrupt the recording. The Live Check function displays real-time images in a sub-window.

Live Memory’s delayed playback scene.

Live Check’s real-time recording scene.

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Super MPEG Processors

AUX

INPUT

Y/C

Separation

Super MPEG Encode Pre-Processor

TBC

(Time Base

Corrector)

Frame

Synchronizer

Motion Active

Noise

Reduction

MPEG-2

Encoder

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Recording

VIDEO

OUTPUT

Hadamard

Noise

Reduction

Super MPEG Post-Processor

Color

DigiPure

Block

Noise

Reduction

Motion Active

Progressive

Scan Output

MPEG-2

Decoder

Playback

DVD-VIDEO

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Advanced Technologies

◗ Progressive scan compatibility

To allow viewing of flicker-free, high-resolution pictures on a compatible TV, DVD video signals can be output as progressive signals via component connection. Conversely, S-VHS video signals can also be output as progressive signals via the

DVD recording circuit during dubbing mode.

◗ S-VHS digital technologies ◗ Digital and analog audio

The S-VHS deck on the SR-MV55 features several advanced digital technology features.

• Time Base Corrector (TBC) removes jitter to produce a more stable picture even when old tapes are used.

• Luminance (Y) and chroma (C) signals are separated precisely by 3D Digital Y/C Separation to suppress cross-color noise and dot-interference.

• 3D YNR/CNR improves the S/N ratio of luminance and chroma signals.

• 2MB frame memory for high-quality still pictures and slow motion.

Dolby Digital 2ch and Linear PCM (XP mode) digital recording are enabled on the

DVD-recorder, while the S-VHS deck can record in VHS Hi-Fi audio format.

◗ Crystal-clear playback

Playback quality can be improved on multigeneration tapes or tapes created on different VCRs by using the Tape Level Up and Intelligent Picture functions.

Dolby, Dolby Digital and Double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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Smart features for

Home-theater Applications

Smart features for

Professional Videographers

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RS-232C external control terminal

The RS-232C terminal enables connection of a PC for external control of the unit. A wide range of functions are available: in addition to control of recording and playback, the extensive control protocol lets you directly select titles and chapters for convenient queuing of content. Simple operation is also made possible by sending remote control codes via the

RS-232C terminal.

• Power On/Off

• Stop/Pause

• Play/Fast forward/Rewind

• Title skip next/previous

• Set the time

• Select deck

• Record

• Chapter skip next/previous

• Direct shuttle speed

• Playlist/title/chapter/direct search

• Select direct input

• Finalize

• Menu operation

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Remote control code input terminal

The terminal for a remote control code input is located on the rear panel to enable remote control operation of this device by third party vendors in the future.

Expanded control commands

• Play, Stop, Pause, FFWD, REW,

Skip forward, Skip reverse, Record

• HDD / DVD / miniDV Transport

Status: Counter, Date/Time

• Chapter fwd, Chapter rev

• Menu, Enter, left, right, up, and down direction keys

• Dubbing MENU 6way selection

• Transport status: Remain time

• Finalize DVD-R

• Playlist/Title Direct Select (HDD /

DVD)

• Direct Playback Speed Control

(Fast/Slow)

• Transport status: Title, Chapter

• Fwd/Rev Field Step

• Jump (15min.), 30sec. Skip, Instant review (-7sec.)

• Dsic type detection (CD, DVD, etc.)

• Up and down Input select

• Recording Mode Select

• Audio Select, Subtitle Select

• Direct Input selection: L-1 (C), L-1

(S), F-1 (C), F-1 (S), DV

• Direct Output Select

• Date/Clock Adjust mode

• Simultaneous Recording

◗

DVD and S-VHS/VHS playback

Commercially available DVDs and S-VHS/VHS tapes can be played back on the SR-MV55 for home-theater use.

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Last function memory

The SR-MV55 memorizes the last function in its memory and resumes operation from that point. Even if the power is turned off at the end of the day, mode settings remain valid and will be automatically recreated, making this feature especially handy for use in professional video editing studios.

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Mode lock

Simply pressing on the remote control enter button for more than 5 seconds will disable all operation keys to prevent inadvertent operation.

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Time counter display

The SR-MV55 displays time counter information, which is indispensable while editing or dubbing recordings, on both the

DVD and S-VHS decks.

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i.LINK connection (DV input)

Signals from external DV sources and NLE systems can be recorded via the i.LINK Terminal. These signals are converted in real-time to an MPEG-2 signal for DVD and analog video signal for VHS.

Link up with a DV camera with the iLINK cable.

i.LINK and i.LINK logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

User-friendly Performance

◗ Video output terminal with BNC connector

The BNC connector for composite video output ensures reliable and secure connection to a professional monitor.

◗ One-touch dubbing

Simply pressing on the dubbing button allows easy recording from S-VHS/VHS to DVD.

◗ Program navigation

(DVD-RAM/DVD-RW VR format)

Information for up to 1300 programs, including titles, disc numbers, dates, etc., can be stored so that you always know the right disc to load when selecting a program.

Choosing the desired program on the disc is as simple as clicking on the moving thumbnail image that has audio.

◗ Closed captions available for DVD

Especially useful for educational markets, the SR-MV55 is capable of recording closed captions onto DVD media.

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◗ SR-MV55 Components

Playback formats

Disc drive: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, CDDA,

VCD, CD-R (JPEG/MP3), CD-RW (JPEG/MP3)

Tape: S-VHS, VHS Hi-Fi, S-VHS ET (SP Mode only)

■ Front Panel

Recording formats

Disc drive: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM

Tape: S-VHS, VHS Hi-Fi, S-VHS ET (SP Mode only)

■ Rear Panel

◗ Specifications

GENERAL

Power requirement AC 120 V~, 60Hz

Power consumption

Power on

Power off

Temperature

52 W

2.7 W

Operating

Storage

5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)

-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Operating position Horizontal only

Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-3/16’’ x 3-13/16’’ x 13-1/2’’

(435 mm x 96 mm x 343 mm)

12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) Weight

Input / Output

S-video input

S-video output

Y : 0.8 – 1.2 Vp-p, 75 ohms

C : 0.2 – 0.4 Vp-p, 75 ohms

Y : 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms

C : 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohms

Video input

Video output

Audio input

0.5 – 2.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms (pin jack)

1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms (pin jack x 1, BNC x 1)

-8 dB, 50 kohms (pin jack)

Corresponding to mono (left)

-8 dB, 1 kohms (pin jack) Audio output i.Link

4-pin for DV input

Component video Y : 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms output

C

B

/C

R

, P

B

/P

R

: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

Corresponding to copy protection

Remote input 3.5 mm in diameter

Serial command D-SUB 9-PIN

Digital audio output

Optical: -18 dBm, 660 nm

Coaxial: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

Corresponding to Dolby Digital and DTS

Digital Surround Bit stream

Selectable in digital audio output setting menu

VIDEO/AUDIO (DVD Deck)

Recording format

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-RW

DVD Video Recording format

DVD-Video format

DVD-Video format,

DVD Video Recording format

Recording time:

Maximum 8 hours (with

4.7 GB disc)

XP

SP

LP

EP

Approx. 1 hour

Approx. 2 hours

Approx. 4 hours

Approx. 6 hours

FR

Audio recording system

Approx. 1 hour-8 hours

Dolby Digital (2 ch)

Linear PCM (XP mode only)

Video recording compression system

MPEG2 (CBR/VBR)

VIDEO/AUDIO (VCR Deck)

Signal system NTSC color signal and EIA monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields

Recording system DA4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system

S-VHS/VHS NTSC standard Format

Maximum recording time

SP

EP

Signal-to-noise ratio

Horizontal resolution

Frequency range

210 min. with ST-210 video cassette

30 min. with ST-210 video cassette

45 dB

230 lines

Normal 70Hz to 10,000Hz

Hi-Fi audio

ACCESSORIES

20Hz to 20,000Hz

Provided accessories Audio cable, S-video cable, Infrared remote control unit, “AA” battery x 2

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise specified.

◗ Dimensions

SR-MV55

Unit : Inches/mm

E. & O.E. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. All brand or product names may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved. Some accessories may not be available in certain areas.

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