Panasonic NV-VP31EB User manual

Before connecting the device, operating it or adjusting settings please read these operating instructions
completely; especially the safety precautions on pages 3.
SafetyPrecautions 2-3
IncludedAssessories/SalesandSupportInformation 4
5
Front Panel / Sockets 6-7
Remote control functions 8-10
Connecting with 21-pin Scart cable 11
Connecting with Audio-Videocable 12
Connecting with RF cable 14-15
15
Connecting to Satellite Receiver, Set Top Box 16-17
DVD-Connectors 18
Checking the Settings after Auto Setup 19
Removing Interference / Changing RF-output channel 20
VCR menu control 21
VCR Playback / Tracking control 22-23
General convenient functions / Tape Care 24-25
Recording 26-32
Timer recording 27-28
Recording with INTELLIGENT TIMER 29
Recording with VIDEO Plus+ 30-31
Recording with external recording controls 32
Manual Functions 33-39
Manual Tuning 33
Changing the name of TV stations 34
Changing the order of TV stations or deleting a station 34
Creating a new station table 35
Shipping condition / factory defaults 35
Others menu / Owner ID 36-37
Clock setting / NICAM sound system 38-39
DVD-QUICK SETUP 40
DVD Playback functions 41-46
VCR-DVD functions 47
Navigation Menu 48-49
HighMAT / CD Text 50
DISPLAY menu 51-53
SETUP menus 54-55
Information 56-57
Country codes 58
Before requesting service 59-61
Specifications 63
Index last page
Remote Remote Control - Codes / Inserting batteries
VCR Auto Setup 13
VCR Auto Setup with RF cable
DVD/CD Player / Video Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
NV-VP31EB/EBL
(Model suffix: 'EB' for UK model, 'EBL' for Ireland model)
NV-VP31
PULL-OPEN
EJECT
OPEN / CLOSE
MUSIC WITH PICTURE
AV ENHANCER
DVD/CD PLAYER
2.0 DIGITALOUT
PAL
Contents Page

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Important Safety Warnings
!The moulded three pin mains plug is supplied for your safety and convenience and must
NOT be cut off.
!A 5 amp fuse is fitted in the mains
plug. If the fuse has to be replaced,
it must be of the same rating and
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the
BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
!To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service engineer only.
!Do not insert metal object into the slots or openings of the unit.
!This unit is not disconnected from a.c. mains while it remains connected
to a live mains outlet, even if it has been turned off.
1.Open the fuse
cover with a
screwdriver.
Fuse cover
Fuse
(5 ampere)
2.Replace the
fuse and close
or attach the
fuse cover.
To replace the fuse, open the fuse
compartment with a screwdriver as
shown and replace the fuse and the
cover securely.
!WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose
this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
!The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains
plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.
!This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.

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Caution
!Avoid exposing the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources.
!Avoid sudden change in temperature or humidity, dew or condensation may
form, causing malfunction.
!Dispose of batteries in accordance with the instructions given in this book.
!Place the unit on a flat, stable surface. Do not place heavy object on top of the unit.
!Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs
or other published or broadcast materials may infringe copyright laws.
!This unit is designed for indoor use only.
!Do not use in area with strong magnetic fields, e.g. near transmitting antenna.
!This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during
use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the
product and the mobile telephone.
!Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
confined space. Ensure the unit is well ventilated. To prevent risk of electric
shock or fire hazard due to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other
materials do not obstruct the ventilation vents.
!Do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, and similar items.
!Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.
!Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner.
!This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or
adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open
covers and do not repair yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Care and Maintenance
!The cabinet can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, disconnect from mains before
cleaning. Do not use detergent or solution containing benzol or petroleum.
!Video heads clogging can occur with use, when this happens picture and sound
will become distorted during playback. Purchase a head cleaning tape or consult
your dealer. Note that video head cleaning is not covered by the warranty.
Inside of product
Back of product, see page 18.

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Included Accessories
Check that you have
the accessories and
items shown
Quick Start Guide
RQCAD0016
AC Mains Lead
RJA0044-3C
RF cable
Batteries for the
Remote Control
R6 size
Operating Instructions
RQTD0126-B
Guarantee Card
A
ccessories
Included
Remote control
EUR7720X20 K2KF2BA00001, VJA0728-A
or K1TWACC00001
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
!Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and
confidence by telephoning our Customer Care Centre
Mon - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).
!Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at
www.panasonic.co.uk.
!Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
!All enquiries, transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by
Panasonic UK Ltd.
!It couldn´t be simpler!
!Also available through our internet is direct shopping for a wide range of
finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.
Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
!For UK customers:
08705 357357.
!For Republic of Ireland customers:
01 289 8333.
!Visit our website for product
information www.panasonic.co.uk.
!E-mail:
[e-mail].
AV ENHANCER
INDEX/SKIP
VIDEO Plus+
PAUSE/SLOW
EUR7720X20
SLOW/
SEARCH
EXT LINKJET REW
REC MODE
P. MEMORY
PICTURE
MUSIC WITH
VHS/DVD
PLAY LIST
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
PROG PLAY
MENU
MENU
RETURN
VOLUME
CH
AUDIO
DISPLAY
VHS/DVD
TV
AV
OUTPUT
OFF TIMER
QUICK REPLAY ZOOM
I-TIMER SETUP
GROUP
VHS/DVD/TV
TRACKING/V-LOCK
O
P
INPUT
REPEAT
FFREW
CANCEL/RESET
PROG/CHECK
DUBBING
EXIT
REC REC CHECK
PLAY MODE
VHS DVD

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Remote
Brand Code Brand Code Brand Code Brand Code
Panasonic 01-04,45 GOODMANS 05,06,31 NOKIA 25-27 SANYO 21
AIWA 35 GRUNDIG 09 NORDMENDE 10 SBR 06
AKAI 27,30 HITACHI 22,23,31,40-42 ORION 37 SCHNEIDER 05,06,29-31
BLAUPUNKT 09 INNO HIT 34 PHILIPS 05,06 SELECO 06,25
BRANDT 10,15 IRRADIO 30 PHONOLA 31,33 SHARP 18
BUSH 05,06 ITT 25 PIONEER 38 SIEMENS 09
CURTIS 31 JVC 17,39 PYE 05,06 SINUDYNE 05,06,33
DESMET 05,31,33 LOEWE 07 RADIOLA 05,06 SONY 08
DUAL 05,06 METZ 28,31 SABA 10 TELEFUNKEN 10-14
ELEMIS 31 MITSUBISHI 06,19,20 SALORA 26 THOMSON 44
FERGUSON 10 MIVAR 24 SAMSUNG 31,32,43 TOSHIBA 16
GOLDSTAR/LG 31 NEC 36 SANSUI 05,31,33 WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05,06
Inserting batteries into the remote control unit:
The batteries last for about a year, depending on how often you use the RC unit.
!Do not mix old with new batteries or batteries of different types.
!Only use batteries without any harmful substances (such as lead, cadmium, mercury).
!Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
!Remove the batteries if the remote control unit will remain unused for longer
periods of time.
!Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries.
!Immediately remove used-up batteries and replace with batteries
of type AA, UM3 or R6.
!Be sure to put in the batteries the right way round (+and -).
Dispose of batteries, packaging material and the unit
according to statutory regulations. They must not
be thrown into the household refuse.
!Some television set models of the
listed manufacturers can not be
operated using this remote
control.
Remote Control - Codes
You may operate television sets with this remote control, by changing its code.
!Press and hold TV Stand-by.
!Enter your television set’s two-digit code. If the television set does not operate
correctly, try entering an alternative code.
This set up must be repeated after changing batteries.

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NV-VP31
PULL-OPEN
EJECT
OPEN / CLOSE
MUSIC WITH PICTURE
AV ENHANCER
DVD/CD PLAYER
2.0 DIGITAL OUT
TIMER REC REC CH JET REW
QUICK
ERASE
AV3 IN
VIDEO
L/MONO
AUDIO
R
NV-VP31
VCR Display DVD Display
Front Panel
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Device control
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2
3
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14
15
Standby/on switch /I
Selects a channel.
To eject a video cassette.
Fast winding / JET SEARCH
VCR Stop button
VCR Playback button
Erases a video cassette.
Record button
Activates the recording timer.
DVD Stop button
DVD Playback button
MUSIC WITH PICTURE
Opens and closes the disc tray.
15
812
OPEN / CLOSE
EJECT
JET REW
REC
TIMER REC
CH
Fast rewind to the beginning of the tape.
QUICK
ERASE
MUSIC WITH PICTURE
AV ENHANCER
Automatically optimises and adapts the audio and video
settings to the disc used. The Picture and Audio menus
are not available when this function is enabled.
VCR= Video Cassette Recorder
Page
Detailed information
is available on the
specified pages.
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Display
Active picture signal. The symbol appears on the VCR or
DVD display. Use the VHS/DVD OUTPUT button to switch
over the picture signal. To directly change the VCR or DVD
output use the VHS, DVD toggle switches in combination
with a function button (e.g. PLAY ).
A video cassette is in.
Playback
Slow motion
Pause playback (still image)
Forward/Backward search
A disc is in. VCR: Fast winding
PAL

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VIDEO
OUT AUDIO OUT
LR
External equipment
(e.g. Video movie camera)
RF IN
RF OUT
AV 1
(TV)
AV 2
(DECODER/
EXT)
AUDIO
R L
VIDEO
AUDIO
R L VIDEO
VCR/DVD OUT
DVD OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
(PCM/BITSTREAM)
OPTICAL
Sockets
NV-VP31
PULL-OPEN
TIMER REC REC CH JET REW
QUICK
ERASE
AV3 IN
VIDEO
L/MONO
AUDIO
R
NV-VP31
AC Input socket (Power supply)
DVD Optical Digital Out terminal
L = AUDIO output left channel
R = AUDIO output right channel
L = AUDIO output left channel
R = AUDIO output right channel
DVD VIDEO OUT socket
VCR/DVD VIDEO OUT socket
AV2 21-pin Scart socket
AV1 21-pin Scart socket
RF IN socket (Aerial input)
RF OUT socket (Aerial output)
VCR/DVD AUDIO OUT socket
DVD AUDIO OUT socket
AV3 VIDEO IN socket
AV3 AUDIO IN socket L = AUDIO output left channel (Mono)
R = AUDIO output right channel
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AudioVideo
!
!
Connect your external unit (e.g. a video
camcorder) with the front panel input.
Just seize the L/Mono port for mono
recording of the audio signal.
Use INPUT to select A3.
Connection to AV3 (front panel)
INPUT
REPEAT

AV ENHANCER
INDEX/SKIP
VIDEO Plus+
PAUSE/SLOW
EUR7720X20
SLOW/
SEARCH
EXT LINKJET REW
REC MODE
P. MEMORY
PICTURE
MUSIC WITH
VHS/DVD
PLAY LIST
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
PROG PLAY
MENU
MENU
RETURN
VOLUME
CH
AUDIO
DISPLAY
VHS/DVD
TV
AV
OUTPUT
OFF TIMER
QUICK REPLAY ZOOM
I-TIMER SETUP
GROUP
VHS/DVD/TV
TRACKING/V-LOCK
INPUT
REPEAT
FFREW
CANCEL/RESET
PROG/CHECK
DUBBING
EXIT
REC REC CHECK
PLAY MODE
VHS DVD
Stand-by/on switch
Press to switch the unit from on to stand-by mode
or vice versa. In stand-by mode, the unit is still
consuming a small amount of power.
Remote control
VHS DVD
VHS DVD
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Switching this appliance into stand-by mode does
not disconnect it from the mains.
Direct input via numeric key pad (18= )
18
DVD functions (blue labels) are enabled.
TV set AV input selection.
TV set On/Off switch.
To select the respective TV program memory location.
TV set volume control.
Quits a menu.
Remote control's VHS/DVD toggle switches to toggle
between VCR and DVD functions
CANCEL/RESET: Undoes entries or selections
Output signal select button to toggle between
VCR and DVD (for AV1, VCR/DVD OUT)
To eject cassette or disc
Press STOP for more than 3 seconds.
Channel selector
Numeric keypad
Press PLAY to start playback.
General functions
To copy a DVD RAM to VHS cassette.
VCR functions are enabled.
Press the button a couple of times to select
Sound mode.
VCR: stereo (L R), left channel (L -),
right channel (- R), mono (- -) playback
DVD: Select the appropriate audio channel (L R) or
track, which depends on the disc you use
TV functions
VCR:
DVD:
Press the button repeatedly to display
the time, tape counter or remaining tape.
To display the DISPLAY menu
OSD menu selection buttons.
DVD: to select JPEG, WMA or MP3 groups
( ) or titles
!ENTER: Selects or saves a setting.
!
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AV ENHANCER
INDEX/SKIP
VIDEO Plus+
PAUSE/SLOW
EUR7720X20
SLOW/
SEARCH
EXT LINKJET REW
REC MODE
P. MEMORY
PICTURE
MUSIC WITH
VHS/DVD
PLAY LIST
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
PROG PLAY
MENU
MENU
RETURN
VOLUME
CH
AUDIO
DISPLAY
VHS/DVD
TV
AV
OUTPUT
OFF TIMER
QUICK REPLAY ZOOM
I-TIMER SETUP
GROUP
VHS/DVD/TV
TRACKING/V-LOCK
INPUT
REPEAT
FFREW
CANCEL/RESET
PROG/CHECK
DUBBING
EXIT
REC REC CHECK
PLAY MODE
VHS DVD
MUSIC WITH PICTURE
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21
24
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Remote control
Video Plus+ menu
Video recording
Displays the VCR menu.
Sets the tape speed.
Toggles between TV reception and video
playback channel.
B: Move tagged station.
You will be displayed either the Timer recording
menu or an information on the current recording.
Goes from Stop into Fast Forward or Fast
Rewind mode. Forward and backward search
during playback.
Tracking control of disturbed
images during playback
Switches the unit into stand-by mode
after the set time.
AV input select button
Pressing the INPUT button a couple of times will
select A1, A2, A3 (front) or dc (DVD internal).
For fast rewinding to the beginning of the tape.
To record using the external recording
level control.
A: To delete tagged station.
VCR functions
Press STOP to stop recording,
playing back or winding.
Finding the start of a recording.
Plays back programmed recordings.
Defines programmes transmitted to
the same program memory location
at the same time.
To display the Timer recording menu.
Activates the recording timer.
Pause a recording session.
Still or slow motion playback.
Tape counter
The tape counter will be automatically reset to
[0:00:00] when you insert a video cassette.
!Or you can press the CANCEL/RESET button on
the remote control unit to manually reset the tape
counter to [0:00:00].
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AV ENHANCER
INDEX/SKIP
VIDEO Plus+
PAUSE/SLOW
EUR7720X20
SLOW/
SEARCH
EXT LINKJET REW
REC MODE
P. MEMORY
PICTURE
MUSIC WITH
VHS/DVD
PLAY LIST
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
PROG PLAY
MENU
MENU
RETURN
VOLUME
CH
AUDIO
DISPLAY
VHS/DVD
TV
AV
OUTPUT
OFF TIMER
QUICK REPLAY ZOOM
I-TIMER SETUP
GROUP
VHS/DVD/TV
TRACKING/V-LOCK
INPUT
REPEAT
FFREW
CANCEL/RESET
PROG/CHECK
DUBBING
EXIT
REC REC CHECK
PLAY MODE
VHS DVD
Group Search
AV ENHANCER Random playback/Program play
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Remote control
Scene replay
!Press QUICK REPLAY during playback.
Every push of the button replays a couple of
seconds of the current track or programme.
However, you cannot go back to before the
beginning of a title.
DQUICK REPLAY is not supported by all discs.
Displays the SETUP menu.
Displays the menu.
Displays a Playlist
Pause playback (still image)
!Press PAUSE during playback.
Playback stops at the current picture frame.
!Press PLAY to resume playback.
Slow motion (backwards/forwards)
!Press SLOW in Pause mode.
Keeping the button pressed increases the speed of
search at 5 steps.
!Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
Search
!Press SEARCH during playback.
Keeping the button pressed increases the speed
of search at 5 steps.
DVCDs do not support reverse slow motion playback.
Repeat
!Press REPEAT during playback.
There is no mode for repeatedly playing back
entire discs.
For some disc formats
not all of the described
DVD functions are
available.
Restore factory setting
!Press ZOOM until x1.00 is shown.
The zoom functionality may be restricted
depending on the disc format.
Displays the main menu.
Zoom
!Press ZOOM during playback.
Press to set the zoom factor,
to select a Zoom mode: ENTER plus .
Displays the DVD-RAM menu.
Stop playback
!Press STOP twice.
Resume
!Press STOP during playback
to store the current position on the disc.
!Press PLAY while [ ] is flashing on the
display. Playback will be resumed at the point
where you stopped it.
DOpening the disc tray or the unit going into
stand-by mode also clears the stored position
on the disc.
Cancel the Resume function
!Press STOP until [ ] is disappears from
the display.
Skip chapters, titles or frames
!Press SKIP during playback or in pause mode.
Resumes playback at stored position
following an interruption.
DVD functions
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AC mains socket
1
11
Connecting with 21-pin Scart cable (Fully wired)
Connect the VCR/DVD’s AV1 socket
(21-pin Scart socket) to the TV set’s
Scart In socket.
Connect VCR/DVD and TV set to
the AC mains socket.
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2Connect aerial to the RF IN (Aerial
input) connector of the VCR/DVD.
Follow the steps described below.
3Connect the VCR/DVD´s RF OUT
(Aerial output) to the TV set’s
Aerial in connector.
Ensure TV Power is disconnected
from AC Mains socket.
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Follow the steps for VCR Auto Setup
on page 13.
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RF IN
Aerial input
AV1
21-pin Scart socket
RF OUT
Aerial output
AC mains lead
Aerial input
TV
AC mains lead
AC IN~
21-pin Scart cable
RF coaxial cable
Aerial
5

AC mains socket
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RF IN
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Audio / Videooutput
Aerial
RF OUT
output
AC mains lead
Aerial input
RF coaxial
cable
Audio (L/R) / Videocable
TV
AC IN~
AUDIO (R/L) / VIDEO
Connecting with Audio-Videocable
Aerial
Connect the VCR/DVD OUT
(AUDIO R/L, VIDEO) sockets of the
VCR/DVD to the TV input.
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Follow the steps for VCR Auto Setup
on page 13.
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2
Follow the steps described below.
3
1
5
Connect aerial to the RF IN (Aerial
input) connector of the VCR/DVD.
Connect the VCR/DVD´s RF OUT
(Aerial output) to the TV set’s
Aerial in connector.
Ensure TV Power is disconnected
from AC Mains socket.
Connect VCR/DVD and TV set to
the AC mains socket.

DIf Auto Setup has previously been completed the VCR will not start Auto Setup
automatically. In this case you can re-start Auto Setup again. See page 35.
DIf you want to cancel Auto Setup before it has finished, press the EXIT button.
You can restart Auto Setup again. See page 35.
VCR Auto Setup with 21-pin Scart cable / Audio-Videocable
(Automatic tuning)
Datum / ZeitClock set
Time : 12 : 00 : 00
Date : 11. 6. 04
MANUAL
!Press to set the correct time and date.
!Press the ENTER button to finish this setting.
If the clock setting menu appears
(Auto clock set was not possible due to a weak signal)
DMind that a wrong date or time will influence the programmed recording of TV
programmes (don't forget to change summer time and winter time).
You can complete the Owner ID now or skip this step and do it later. To do it
later, press the EXIT button. Your VCR is now ready to use. Optionally, you can
have a QUICK SETUP following VCR Auto Setup for the DVD player (page 40).
!To set the Owner ID now, press the Numeric buttons or to enter a four-
digit PIN number.
!Press , to correct the digit.
!Make sure that you will remember the PIN number (make a note of it).
!Press the ENTER button twice to confirm.
!Enter the [Name], [House No] and [Postcode] in the same way.
!Press the ENTER button to confirm each entry.
!Press the EXIT button to leave the Owner ID screen.
!You will now see the TV picture. Your VCR/DVD is now ready to use.
Optionally, you can have a QUICK SETUP following VCR Auto Setup for the
DVD player (page 40).
Owner ID
!Turn on your television set.
!With the Stand-by/on switch turn on the VCR/DVD.
Automatic tuning for all available TV stations begins.
Approximate duration is 5 minutes.
!After Automatic tuning has finished, press EXIT.
The Owner ID screen will appear.
Owner ID
PIN number : ****
Name : **************
House No : ***********
Postcode : ***********
:select : store
: return : exit
ENTER
MENU EXIT
You now have the opportunity
to enter your details and
help the police crack crime
see instruction book.
VCR Display
Auto Setup
: exit
EXIT
Tuning : Ch 21
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Aerial
RF IN
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Aerial
RF OUT
output
AC mains lead
AC IN~
Aerial
AC mains socket
1
4AC mains lead
4
Connecting with RF cable
Connect VCR/DVD and TV set to
the AC mains socket.
You can connect the VCR/DVD to your
TV set by using a RF cable.
Aerial input
RF coaxial cable
TV
2
Follow the steps described below.
3
1
Connect aerial to the RF IN (Aerial
input) connector of the VCR/DVD.
Connect the VCR/DVD´s RF OUT
(Aerial output) to the TV set’s
Aerial in connector.
Ensure TV Power is disconnected
from AC Mains socket.
Follow the steps for VCR Auto Setup
on page 15.
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VCR Auto Setup with RF cable (Automatic tuning)
!Turn on your television set.
!With the Stand-by/on switch turn on the VCR/DVD. Automatic tuning for all
available TV stations begins. Approximate duration is 5 minutes.
!After Automatic tuning has finished, press EXIT. The Owner ID screen will appear.
- While Auto Setup is running the first digit of the VCR display will flash. After a
while it will stop flashing and the RF output channel number will be displayed.
- Select an unused channel pre-set on your TV and tune it to the RF output
channel number shown on the VCR display (or until you can clearly see the
Auto Setup screen). Store the new video playback channel (refer to the
instructions for your TV).
VCR Display
You can complete the Owner ID now or skip this step and do it later. To do it
later, press the EXIT button. Your VCR is now ready to use. Optionally, you can
have a QUICK SETUP following VCR Auto Setup for the DVD player (page 40).
!To set the Owner ID now, press the Numeric buttons or to enter a four-
digit PIN number.
!Press to correct the digit.
!Make sure that you will remember the PIN number (make a note of it).
!Press the ENTER button twice to confirm.
!Enter the [Name], [House No] and [Postcode] in the same way.
!Press the ENTER button to confirm each entry.
!Press the EXIT button to leave the Owner ID screen.
!You will now see the TV picture. Your VCR is now ready to use. Optionally, you can
have a QUICK SETUP following VCR Auto Setup for the DVD player (page 40).
Owner ID
PIN number : ****
Name : **************
House No : ***********
Postcode : ***********
:select : store
: return : exit
ENTER
MENU EXIT
You now have the opportunity
to enter your details and
help the police crack crime
see instruction book.
Owner ID
Datum / ZeitClock set
Time : 12 : 00 : 00
Date : 11. 6. 04
MANUAL !Press to set the correct time and date.
!Press the ENTER button to finish this setting.
If the clock setting menu appears
(Auto clock set was not possible due to a weak signal)
DMind that a wrong date or time will influence the programmed recording of TV
programmes (don't forget to change summer time and winter time).
DIn some cases, the RF output channel may interfere with the TV stations
transmitted in your area. This may prevent you from seeing the On-Screen
Display clearly. Please see page 20 for removing the interference before
restarting Auto Setup (page 35).
Auto Setup
: exit
EXIT
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Connecting to Satellite Receiver, Set Top Box
You can connect a Set Top Box to receive digital broadcast
by aerial (DVB-T) signals, a satellite receiver
(digital/analogue) or a decoder to decrypt encrypted
programmes.
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You can connect a Set Top Box to receive digital broadcast
by aerial (DVB-T) signals, a satellite receiver
(digital/analogue) or a decoder to decrypt encrypted
programmes.
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21-pin Scart cable
21-pin Scart socket
To AC Mains socket
(AV2)
External unit
TV
Aerial
4AC mains lead
(supplied)
RF cable
(supplied)
4AC mains lead
AC mains socket
1
AC mains socket
1
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D[RGB] means separate Red/Green/Blue colour signals. If you connect a TV equipped with RGB input
capability to the AV1 socket on this VCR/DVD, and a decoder equipped with RGB output capability to
the AV2 socket, RGB signals will pass through the VCR/DVD to the TV when the VCR/DVD is in
stand-by mode. The RGB signals cannot be recorded or produced by this VCR/DVD.
Connect a 21-pin scart cable (fully wired) to the AV2 21-pin scart socket on the
VCR/DVD and to the 21-pin scart socket on the External unit.
Connect a 21-pin scart cable (fully wired) to the AV1 21-pin scart socket on the
VCR/DVD and to the 21-pin scart socket on the TV set.
Connect the External unit, VCR/DVD and TV set to the AC mains supply.
Switch on the TV set and VCR/DVD.
Set the VCR menu settings for AV2 according the connected External unit (See page 32).
Follow the steps described below.
2
3
5
Ensure TV Power, External unit Power and VCR/DVD Power are disconnected
from AC Mains socket.
1
Switch on the External unit. Then follow page 13 for VCR Auto Setup with 21-pin
Scart cable.
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Connect aerial to the Aerial in connector of the External unit.
Connect the External unit´s Aerial out connector to the VCR/DVD’s RF IN (Aerial input).
Connect the VCR/DVD´s RF OUT (Aerial output) to the TV set’s Aerial in connector.
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RF IN
RF OUT
AV 1
(TV)
AV 2
(DECODER/
EXT)
AUDIO
R L
VIDEO
AUDIO
R L VIDEO
VCR/DVD OUT
DVD OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO
(PCM/BITSTREAM)
OPTICAL
OPTICAL
DVD-Connectors
AUDIO IN
R L VIDEO
IN
Before connecting
!Verify that all devices to be connected
up are unplugged from the AC mains.
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Push in the jack all the way into the
socket with this side facing up.
Optical digital
audio cable
Amplifier (example)
Red
Amplifier or
TV set (example)
YellowWhite
To be able to hear sound in stereo or Dolby Pro Logic quality,
attach an amplifier or an analogue audio component supporting
these features.
To avoid sound quality problems deactivate function
Advanced Surround when you attach an amplifier with
Dolby Pro Logic functionality.
Digital connectors (OPTICAL)
To play programmes with a 5.1-channel surround sound,
connect the digital audio output ( OPTICAL ) with an
external Multi-channel Dolby Digital Decoder, for example.
Prerequisites for making recordings with an external digital recorder
- The original disc must not be copy-protected.
-The recorder must be able to process signals with a scanning
frequency of 48 kHz/16 bit.
- You cannot make MP3/WMA recordings.
DAdapt the Audio SETUP menu settings to the following:
PCM Digital Output: [up to 48 kHz]
Dolby Digital / DTS Digital Surround / MPEG: [PCM]
DDeactivate function Advanced Surround.
Connection to a TV set without a scart
socket or to an amplifier component
(home cinema):
DVD ports
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PLAY LIST
MENU
MENU
!Press the MENU button to display the OSD Main menu on the TV screen.
!Press to select Tuning then press the ENTER button.
!Press to select Manual then press the ENTER button to display the list of
tuned TV stations and confirm that all available TV stations have been set
correctly.
!Press the EXIT button to exit the On Screen Display.
When the station names and/or channel numbers have not been set correctly,
see page 34 for details.
When no station has been found, confirm all connections of the VCR again and
restart the Auto Setup. See page 35 for details.
Checking the Settings
after Auto Setup
Menu
Timer recording
Tuning
Clock set
Others
:select : access
: exit
ENTER
EXIT
Tuning
Manual
Auto Setup
Shipping condition
Owner ID
: select : access
: return : exit
ENTER
MENU EXIT
The reception
channels are
different for UK
and Ireland.
Tuning
Pos Name Ch Pos Name Ch
6 30
7 - - - - - - -
8 - - - - - - -
9 - - - - - - -
10 - - - - - - -
1 BBC1 22
2 BBC2 23
3 ITV 24
4 CH4 25
5 CH5 26
Tuning
Pos Name Ch Pos Name Ch
6 ITV 24
7 CH4 25
8 CH5 26
9 - - - - - - -
10 - - - - - - -
1 RTE1 2
2 NET2 4
3 TNG 6
4 BBC1 22
5 BBC2 23
TV Reception Channels
Example of UK model Example of Ireland model
DIf station name is [ ]:
The asterisks indicate that a station was found during Auto Setup but has not
been named (due to weak signal).
The stations in the list with asterisk will need to be named manually see page 34.
DIf station name is [- - - -]:
The dashes represent unused channel positions.
The stations in the list with dashes will need to be set manually. See page 33.
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RETURN
EXIT

TV screen
The picture with interference
On-Screen Display
Test pattern indication
Removing Interference / Changing RF-output channel
In some cases, interference (lines or patterning) or a very poor picture may
appear on the TV when the VCR/DVD is connected. If this happens, follow
the steps below to change the video playback channel (RF output channel)
to remove the interference.
!Press the MENU button for more than 5 seconds. The RF output channel
number is displayed on the VCR display.
VCR Ch:28
The clear picture
!Press ENTER to finish this setting.
!Press the Numeric buttons or use the Channel (CH) button
to select a channel number, which differs by 2 or 3 from the
present channel number. (For example, if the original
channel number was 28, enter 31.)
21 68
(RF OFF)
...
!Retune your TV until you receive the Test pattern. It may be necessary to
repeat steps above until you can see the Test pattern clearly. If using a Scart
cable please see the note below.
VCR display
Indication when the RF output
channel is 28 (example)
Indication after changing the RF
output channel to 31 (example)
Test pattern indication
VCR Ch:31
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!Press MENU for about 5 seconds. The preset channel will be
displayed on the VCR-display.
!Press channel select buttons CH or 0to invoke [- -].
!Confirm with ENTER.
DSet the RF output channel of the VCR/DVD to [- -] (RF OFF) if the VCR/DVD
is connected to the TV via the 21-pin Scart cable.
PLAY LISTPLAY LIST
MENUMENU
MENU
TRACKING/V-LOCK
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