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Video For The Digital Age — A Single Unit Lets You Enjoy The Latest High-Definition Technology and Your Existing Video Library There’s never been a better time to experience the full power of high-definition digital recording and playback. With JVC’s new HM-DH5 D-VHS Digital HDTV VCR, you’ll not only be able to record the pristine images and bigger-than-life sound of today’s high-definition program, you’ll still be able to view the analog video recordings you’ve collected over the years. And when it comes to high-definition, this deck has everything you need to make the very most of HDTV including a built-in HDMI digital interface that brings you the highest-quality digital pictures and sound through a single all-in-one connection. Plus Motion Active , a picture enhancement technology that upconverts interlace scanning to progressive scanning, not only maximizing your enjoyment of D- Theater software but even making your old analog tapes look better. So if you’re looking for true Hollywood excitement with crystal-clear digital pictures and high-fidelity sound, now’s the time to step into the new digital world with the HM-DH5.

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Digital Hi-Def, or standard definition i.LINK interface for non-linear editing and dubbing, component outputs for multi-format playback. SD card for capturing stills from tape and transferring them to PC by USB. The world’s smallest portable digital Hi-def HDV player/recorder supports your creative activities all the way. The CU-VH1 from JVC.

D-Theater Software Compatible

JVC’s HM-DH5 lets you enjoy a whole new level of home theater – the world of D-Theater. More than 100 D- Theater HD titles have already been released by major motion picture studios. Recorded using the high- D-Theater is a set of standards for high-definition definition D-VHS HS mode at a rate of 28.2 Mbps, these pre-recorded content developed based on D-VHS technology, which adds an advanced security releases boast quality that actually surpasses the HDTV system for the encryption/decryption of recorded signals, and a proprietary dubbing system with piracy prevention function. Pre-recorded standard for digital broadcasts. But the only way you cassettes labeled with the D-Theater logo can be played back only on a D-VHS VCR displaying the can watch these movies is with a D-Theater compatible D-Theater logo. VCR like the HM-DH5. Your ticket to the finest that Hollywood has to offer, the HM-DH5’s stunning D-VHS images are supported by 5.1ch sound compatibility, plus convenient comfort features like PlayChapter Search and Closed Caption D-THEATER support. HM-DH5 04.6.9 9:57 PM Page 6

Go Beyond Ordinary Video. Experience the New World of High-Definition.

D-VHS Format Full Spec HDTV Compatible MPEG-2 CODEC for Digital Recording of An all-digital that leverages the high-capacity characteristics Other digital systems may record HDTV, but only D-VHS can maintain full HD unique to tape and the high performance unique to JVC, D-VHS featuresV aarious 28.2 Sources quality. The reason is simple. D-VHS’s 28.2 Mbps HS mode matches the full specs Mbps HS mode that can record High Definition (HD) MPEG-2 digital sourcesThe andbuilt-in Standard Definition MPEG-2 encoder/decoder’s CODEC function of ATSC MPEG-2 broadcasting formats, while a single DF-480 D-VHS cassette maintain all the quality of the original. One of the secrets of D-VHS is thatallows it uses you to make D-VHS digital recordings from NTSC analog sources, as well boasts a phenomenal storage capacity of 50 gigabytes. What this means is that tape as a recording medium. Far from being obsolete, tape boasts unmatchedas to record from a connected MiniDV video camera by converting DV signals to you can record high-definition sources including or digital broadcasts storage capacity. A single DF-480 D-VHS tape can store up to 50 gigabytesMPEG-2. of complete with 5.1 Dolby Digital sound without compressing or compromising digital data — enough space to fit an entire HD feature film broadcast with room the original signal in any way. So there’s absolutely no loss of quality. D-VHS also to spare. You can also record a Standard Definition (SD) digital broadcast as-is in has a 14.1 Mbps STD mode that you can use to record SD sources such as * Technologies That Smooth The Path the 14.1 Mbps STD mode, or convert any analog NTSC source to digital and and digital broadcasts, as well as a built-in MPEG-2 encoder that will let you record up to 24 hours at 4.7 Mbps in the LS3 mode on a single DF-480 cassette.From Analog to Digital make digital Today’s most innovative digital recording and archiving solution, D-VHS isNot your only is the HM-DH5 able to make digital recordings from analog sources, it recordings from key to unlocking the world of high-definition imaging. breathes new life into your old analog tapes by making digital dubs that that can analog NTSC sourcesCorrelation Between Broadcast Type and D- actually appear to surpass the original’s quality. Thanks to the technologies in the high qualityVHS Recording Mode incorporated in the Super MPEG Encode Pre-Processor, defects in original analog HS**, STD, or Recording Source Recording Mode signals from or VCRs are virtually eliminated. These technologies extended-time LS3 1080i HS mode (over 12.2 Mbps for HM-DH5 D-VHS Recording Modes include a Time Base Corrector (TBC) to eliminate jitter, a Frame Synchronizer to modes. 0.5 msec. auto transition to Mode Data rate Max. recording time When to Use Digital 720p* HS mode) correct frame crossover jitter and process any deviant frames, and a 3-Dimension DF-300 DF-420 DF-480 Noise Reduction circuit to remove noise from both still and moving parts of video 480i STD mode (under 9 Mbps for 10 sec. HS 28.2 Mbps 2.5 hrs. 3.5 hrs. 4 hrs. For direct recording of HD digital broadcasts, pictures. The result is the purest analog input signal possible, fully compliant with 480p* auto transition to STD mode) with HD quality results. Highest quality for recording of any digital or analog source. the NTSC signal standard, and free of after- images and ghosting. This pristine NTSC (Analog) 480i HS/STD/LS3 modes (Analog→MPEG-2 conversion) STD 14.1 Mbps 5 hrs. 7 hrs. 8 hrs. To make a digital recording from digital or signal is then encoded and digitally recorded. * Depending on the bit-rate, HS analog sources, with SD quality results. mode may be applicable. ** Recorded signal will be 480i.* Depending on the bit-rate, HS mode may be required for some 480pLS3 4.7 Mbps 15 hrs. 21 hrs. 24 hrs. To make a large number of recordings on sources, and the STD mode may suffice for some low bit-rate HDTV sources. a single cassette from analog NTSC sources.

HDTV Compatible MPEG-2 HD Decoder Single All-In-One Connection Equipped with a built-in MPEG-2 HD Decoder that converts recorded MPEG-2 With breakthrough High-Definition Multimedia Interface technology (HDMI), you signals into Component output signals (Y/PB/PR), the HM-DH5 allows you to can enjoy the latest, greatest digital high-quality pictures and audio, all through connect directly to any HDTV or projector equipped with Component input a single, no-fuss connection. Supporting secure transfer of digital content terminals and enjoy high-resolution images. between D-VHS, STB, DVD, AV receivers, monitors and DTVs, as well as D- Theater and S-VHS progressive playback, HDMI is the only digital interface that reproduces high-definition broadcasts with all their original picture quality and sounds. Plus since a single HDMI cable can replace up to five video cables and eight audio cables, home theater setup is a breeze with no more ugly cable mess behind your components. HM-DH5 04.6.9 9:57 PM Page 7

5.1ch Dolby Digital and 2ch Linear PCM Motion Active Progressive Scan Audio Output Adding to the picture enhancement performance of the Time Base Corrector When it comes to home theater sound, D-VHS once again offers unparalleled (TBC), Frame Synchronizer and 3-Dimension Noise Reduction, is Motion Active performance. With an audio data transfer rate up to 576 kbps, D-VHS comes Progressive Scan. Specially designed to enhance picture performance on big- close to matching the full-spec transfer rate of 5.1ch Dolby Digital, making it the screen displays, this system upconverts 480i to 480p (interlace to progressive), only format that can bring out all of the subtle nuances and dynamic impact of eliminating jitter and flicker to produce smoother, cleaner images with sharper 5.1ch movie soundtracks. And if your sound system isn’t equipped with a Dolby details. That means you’ll suffer none of the picture degradation that normally Digital decoder, don’t worry, occurs as the display screen gets larger. Just as important, you’ll be able to downmixed 2ch linear PCM output view S-VHS and VHS tapes on the HM-DH5 with quality that’s even better than is also supported. Either way, the ever — something that may not even be possible with HDMI display outputs optical digital audio output makes on other units. it easy to connect and enjoy outstanding audio performance on your home theater system.

Predicts and calculates by detecting motion between each field to reproduce 60i jitter and flicker-free frames. i.LINK Terminals 30 frames per sec. Field-based Scanning Two i.LINK terminals are provided on the front and rear of the unit, allowing easy60p connection of i.LINK compatible devices such as an HD camera and giving60 you frames per sec. Linear PCM Digital Audio Output another convenient way to access and edit original HD content. Frame-based Scanning Time IThanks to the HM-DH5’s 48kHz/16-bit linear PCM recording capability, you can record HD or SD signals from a connected* MiniDV in either the D-VHS HS or STD mode and maintain the full quality of the camcorder’s linear PCMDV digital and -PEG Input soundtrack. You can also record high-quality soundtracks from analog sourcesConvenient in a Digital-to-Digital dubbing is easy with direct digital connectionSuper for VHS with DigiPure Playback non-compressed digital format to accompany the resulting digital image. Thestandard PCM definition 480i, allowing easy conversion of DV to MPEG-2 andT receptionechnology audio data rate is 1.6 Mbps for both the 28.2 Mbps HS and 14.1 Mbps STDof modes. Transport Stream HD MPEG-2 from camcorders or PCs via the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK) connection. JVC’s DigiPure technology incorporates a variety of technologies that will bring even old Super VHS tapes back to life. With over 400 lines of horizontal * Via i.LINK (IEEE 1394) connection. resolution, Super VHS high-band recordings offer some of the highest quality available in analog form. To make them even better, built around a 3- Playback Picture Format Converter HDTV Component Output Dimensional Digital Circuit with over 4MB Frame Memory, JVC’s DigiPure You can choose the output Technology incorporates a Time Base Corrector (TBC) to stabilize the picture of Component output (Y/PB/PR) terminals are provided so you can enjoy the full format that matches yourRecorded Format Selectable Playback Output old tapes and rental cassettes, a Precision 3-D Color Circuit for better color quality of D-Theater software on an HDTV or projector equipped with current home theater separation and sharper image edges, a Digital 3-D YNR/CNR to improve the Component input. Output signals are automatically decoded by the built-in 1080i 1080i / 480i environment, as well as S/N ratio, and a Digital 3R Picture System that applies edge correction to the MPEG-2 HD Decoder. 720p 1080i / 720p / 480i any system upgrades you luminance signal to enhance detail. make later on. 480p 480p / 480i 480i 480i Multi-Format Compatible From full-quality HD recording to 24-hour extended recording, the HM-DH5’s four Super VHS ET (Expansion Technology) D-VHS recording modes are versatile enough to handle all of your digitalVideo Navigation recording needs. And, because we know how much you’ve invested in Findyour what you want to watch from up to 1000 titles the fast and easy wayEnjoy with high-resolution recording on VHS cassettes. collection of analog VHS tapes, we also made sure that this deck supportsconvenient Super Library and Search functions and more. (Depending on tape quality, some noise may appear in EP mode, so high- VHS, Super VHS ET and VHS recording and playback. With the HM-DH5, you grade tapes are recommended.) can enjoy the past, present and future of video. • Library function displays a list of recorded programs sorted by Tape number, Title, Category or Date. • Search function offers an all-in-one Multi-Brand TV/Cable/DBS interface from which you can Play, Stop, Compatible Remote with Glow Keys Versatile D-VHS Viewing Features Delete or Edit programs on the tape. • Blank function lets you efficiently Lets you control your VCR, TV*, cable box* or satellite receiver With the HM-DH5, you’ll get the same convenience you’d expect from any other manage the portions of tape that are (DIRECTV and DISH Network™) using a single remote control unit. digital device like Chapter Search* to take you directly to a particular segment of available for recording. Glow-in-the-dark buttons eliminate fumbling for the right button in a recording. Closed Caption* support is also provided for display of subtitles in darkened rooms. multiple languages*, and you can even listen to the dialog in the language of your choice.* *For compatible brands, please consult your JVC dealer.

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SPECIFICATIONS D-VHS S-VHS/VHS

Recording format [Video] DVB Standard MPEG-2 TS S-VHS/VHS with Hi-Fi Audio (Transport Stream)

[Audio] Linear PCM (HS/STD) Encode: MPEG-1 Layer 2 JVC HD Universe Decode: MPEG-1 Layer 2 / As a manufacturer that takes pride in offering people high-quality images and sound, Dolby Digital we were also the first to offer the complete experience for home entertainment in the digital age through: Display devices that allow viewing of HDTV broadcasts; VCRs to Channel reception 181 Channels: VHF 2—13, UHF 14—69, CATV 113 channels enable recording and playback of HD content; HD video cameras to capture and create original HD material. This technology will continue to advance the level of picture Cassette D-VHS, S-VHS, VHS cassettes quality to meet the demands of an ever increasingly digital future. (D-VHS cassette required for D-VHS recording)

Max. recording/playback time HS mode: 4 hours* SP mode: 3 hrs. 30 min.* STD mode: 8 hours* EP mode: 10 hrs. 30 min.* LS3 mode: 24 hours* *using DF-480 cassette *using ST-210 cassette

Tape speed HS mode: 33.4 mm/sec. SP mode: 33.4 mm/sec. STD mode: 16.67 mm/sec. EP mode: 11.1 mm/sec. LS3 mode: 5.55 mm/sec. D-VHS TAPE LS5 mode: 3.33 mm/sec.

Input AV x 2, S-Video x 3 (including front)

Output AV x 2, S-Video x 2, Component (Y, PB, PR) x 1

HDMI (High-Definition x 1 Multimedia Interface)

Digital out Optical x 1 (Dolby Digital, 2ch Linear PCM Audio) JY-HD10 Professional XXXXX DF-320 DF-420 DF-480 HDV Camcorder DILA Projector i.LINK (IEEE 1394) terminal 4-pin, DTCP compatible DVB Standard MPEG-2 TS (Transport Stream) Iin x 2 (including front)

Other connectors RS-232 compatible JLIP x 1, Remote pause/AV Compu Link x 1 CONNECTORS Dimensions (W x H x D) 17-3/16 x 3-3/4 x 15-1/8 in. (435 x 94 x 383 mm)

Weight ? lbs. (?? kg)

D-Theater and the D-Theater logo are trademarks of Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC). D-VHS and the D-VHS logo are registered trademarks of Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC). “Dolby” the double-D symbol and “Dolby Digital” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. VCR Plus C3 and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. DSS™ is an official trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics. DISH Network™ is a trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation. (Non MPEG-2 standard broadcasts not supported). Design and specifications subject to change without notice. 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 program and in any literary, dramatic, musical or artistic work embodied therein. All brand or product names may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved..

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