My jvc HR D170 ES vcr used to work fine when suddenly the picture ( snow ) is very bad but sound is ok ...tried to retune to my tv ...tried changing the rf at back ...tried tuning to my other tv and couldnt even find the channel on that one even though i used the test button at back of vcr that's shows 3 white lines on the tv ..is the vcr broken ?

It sounds like the remote you have, the JVC 076D0FB010, does not have the capability to program future recordings on your JVC HR-XVC1U or HR-XVC27U machines. This feature is typically called "timer recording" or "scheduled recording," and it is controlled by the VCR's built-in programming features, rather than by the remote.
You may want to check the user manual for your JVC HR-XVC1U and HR-XVC27U machines to see if there is a way to set timer recordings using the VCR's own controls. If the manual does not provide instructions for timer recording, it is likely that this feature is not available on your VCRs.
Alternatively, you can consider purchasing a universal remote that has the ability to program future recordings. Some popular universal remotes include the Logitech Harmony and the Philips Universal Remote Control.

Here is a link to a line diagram to connect most tv/dvd/vcr/direct tv.

hi,
Try any one of the following code for JVC VCR.
0067, 0041
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super vhs tapes has an extra hole on the side where you lift the flap to see the tape the pin inside the machine must be stuck.I have had no problems with this as i have jvc super vcr s as they are great machines also take the lid off and clean the heads around the drum see how you go.

The VCR stereo playback sound is only available through the AV/SCART connection and will not work through the coaxial antenna cable.

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Held down on-off button on remote control for 10 seconds.

the tape has been recorded at a certian speed and your playback needs to match it.

Sorry I hadnt repied,have been away.
Once you have found that the vid plays ok on a certain channel,press stop on vid,so noyhings playing,then there must be a scan or search button on remote,its important you are on the channel that the vid plays on ,when doing it....I looked for a manual bet couldnt find one,


Rod

you must select the input in your vhs. usually its a line input (wether 1 or 2). try to find it also using your supplied remote for the vhs. good luck!

Ifyou do not see the VCR/TV button switch on the front panel, then its a problem most likly with the firmware in the microprocessor. If you do see the VCR/TV indicator switching in or on the front panel display, most likly a defective RF modulator/switcher or RF antenna pack. You may still be able to get one from like MCM or tritronics or PTS corp can rebuild it for you. I have seen this type of break down many times with VCR's as we used to do hundreds of VCR repairs a day as we did factory service for several companies in the NY/NJ area. Good Luck Please do not forget to rate this thread.