Panasonic Omnivision PV-C1321 User manual

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Important Safeguards and Precautions
READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON UNIT
INSTALLATION
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Gperate only from power source indicated ón unit
or in this manual. if uncertain, have your Electric
Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer
verify your homie power source,
2 POWER CORD PLUG
For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one
wide blade), or a three-wife grounding type plug.
Always hold the plug firmly and make sure your
hands are dry when plugging in or unplugging the
AC power cord. Regularly remove dust, dirt, etc.
on the plug.
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LARIZED PLUG € :
The plug fit utlet one way. H it cannot be fully
¡fits into o
inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an
electrician Install the proper wall outlet. Do not
tamper with the plug.
3BOUNDING. PL TION;
The plug requires a three-hole grounding outlet.
If necessary, have an electrician install the proper
outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.
3 POWER CORD
To avoid unit malfunction, and to protect against
electrical shock, fire or personal injury:
- Keep power cord away from heating appliances
and walking traffic. Do not rest heavy objects on,
er roll such objects over the power cord.
- Do not tamper with the cord in any way.
- An extension cord should have the same type
plug (polarized or grounding) and must be
securely conneeted.
— Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords is a
fire hazard. ;
» Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or
cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should
be replaced by a qualified electrician.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
pena" during operation, if blocked, heat
uild-up may result in a fire hazard or heat
darnage to cassettes,
Por your protection:
a. Never caver ventilation slots while unit is ON,
or operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as à book case
of rack, unless property ventilated.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not placa unit over or near a heater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, etc. If unitis suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place,
moisture may condense in unit and on the tape
causing damage.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
* Never place unit on support or stand that is not
firm, level, and adequately strong.
The unit could fall causing serious
injury to a child or adult and
damage to the unit,
* Move any appliance and cart
combination with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause objects to overtum.
e Carefully follow all operating instructions,
2
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
An outside antenna or cable system must be property
groundad fo provide some protection ` e
against built up static charges”
and voltage. Section 810
of the National Electrical >
Code, ANSINFPA 70 (in al
Canada, part 1 of the oa
Canadian Electrical Code}
provides information. Mc mm a mm
regarding próper grounding of the mast and supportíng
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an àntenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the ee electrode.
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE
POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
Locate an outside anterina system well away from power
lines and electric fight or power circuits so it will never
touch these power sources should it ever fall. When
installing antenna, absolutely never touch power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.
USING THE UNIT
Before unit is proui curo storage or moved to a new location,
refer azine the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE, such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc.
2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug unit and have it inspected
e a qualified service technician before use.
3 LECTRICAL STORMS
During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for
extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from
the power source as well as tha antenria and cable system.
4 WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
* DO NOT OPERATE IF:
- liquid has spilled into unit.
- unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.
- unit emits smeke, malodors, or noises,
* Keap magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from
unit to avoid electrical interference.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer
io avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING UNIT
Unplug unit Usa á clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to
gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids,
aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into unit and
cause electrical shock. Any substance, such as wax, adhesive
tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface, Exposure to greasy,
humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following detailed operating instructions, tha
unit does not operate property, do not attempt to open or
remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the
manual. Unplug unit and contact a qualified service technician.
2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
by the manufacturer, or have equal safety characteristics
as original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING
After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a through safety
check be done as described in the manufacturer's sérvice
literature to insure video unit is in safe operating condition.

Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité
Warning : To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
Caution : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Avertissement : Afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs électriques, ne pas
exposer cet appareil a la pluie ou à une humidité excessive.
Attention : Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans
la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.
This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with
existing VHS equipment.
Only use those tapes with the mark. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that
have been tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used.
This television receiver provides display of television closed SE in accordance with
§15.119 of the FCC rules.
FCC WARNING : Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user’s authority to operate.
This symbol wams the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
CAUTION
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DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK of contact with any inside part of this unit.
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT This symbol alerts the user that important
SSCL SE Mei oF Lye) e literature concerning the operation and
INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO maintenance of this unit has been included.
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.

Before Using
Congratulations
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on your purchase of one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, it will bring you and your
family years of enjoyment. Please fill in the
information below. The serial number is on the
tag located on the back of your unit,
1) Open the cover.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Mode!
No.
2)
Insert
batteries
as
marked.
Serial No.
Accessories Sie
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L1 Remote Control
LSSQ0281
(PV-C1321/PV-C1341)
LSSQ0282
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3) Close the cover.
O Battery replacement caution
* Do not mix old and new batteries.
: * Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
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Prevent
Accidental
Tape
Erasure
Break off the tab to protect.
To order accessories,
call toll free 1-800-332-5368.
SELF-DEMO Mode ba
With Power ON, press
PLAY/REPEAT on the To record again.
unit for 7 seconds to
deactivate the SELF-
DEMO Mode.
Repeat this to display Cover the hole
demo
screen.
with
cellophane
tape.
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Table of Contents
Important Safeguards and Precautions / Safety Precautions
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Location of Controls
Remote Control Buttons
EJECT button:
When EJECT is pressed, the tape is ejected from Cassette Compartment.
If EJECT is pressed during recording, the unit will not respond to the command.
EJECT NITE
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POWER
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CHANNEL
UP/DOWN
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VOLUME
UP/DOWN
Page
16
SELECT
UP/DOWN
Page
SET/BACKSPACE
Page
13
ACTION
Page
12
PROGRAM
STOP
Page
22
Page 14
FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
Page 14
REWIND/SEARCH PLAY
Page
14
Page
14
REC
CM/ZERO
Page
14
Page
26
PAUSE/SLOW
SPEED
Page 14 Page 14
FM/TV
Page 21
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Front View of the unit and Indicators on the Front Panel
REWIND/SEARCH Page 14 Cassette Compartment
ACTION Page 13 Page 14
STOP/EJECT Page 14 PLAY/REPEAT
ACTION Page 13 Page 14
CHANNEL UP/DOWN Page 16 FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
TRACKING UP/DOWN Page 37 Page 14
SELECT UP/DOWN Page 13 REC
VOLUME UP/DOWN Page 16 Page 14
SET/BACKSPACE Page 13
POWER
Page 8
Audio/Video In Jack
Page 15
Pages 19, 21
Built-in Speaker
Phones Jack
Page 16
REC Indicator A i PROG TIMER Indicator
Lights during recording: ri NE
In Rec Pause or OTR
Pause mode, the
( indicator flashes.
Page 14 tape is in motion.
Page 22
ON TIMER Indicator
Lights when the
On Timer is set.
Page 18
Remote Sensor
Rear View of the unit
Easy-Grip-Handle
Use when transporting
the unit.
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unit consumes
4.0 W of electric
power in OFF
condition.
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Lights when the unit is set for Timer
Recording. It flashes when a Timer
Recording has been set with no tape
inserted, the clock is not set, or the
VHF/UHF Antenna
Input Terminal
In from your
Antenna
or Cable.
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Initial Setup for ANT. / Cable Connection
B Connect the Cable from Antenna / Cable to the VHF/UHF
terminal on unit.
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ANT./CABLE
VHF/UHF
How to do initial Setup
3 Press CH A to select English.
1 Press POWER on the an
Press CH V to select Spanish
remote
or
unit.
(Español).
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unit
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turns
on
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to
select
French
first
time,
SELECT
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appears.
CHANNEL/CLOCK
AUTO
SET
screen appears.
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* H wrong language is set, complete "Reset .
all unit Memory Functions" steps page 9.
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Press CH A Key to start
CHANNEL / CLOCK AUTO SET
operation. Settings are performed
, automatically. If the setup is
completed, the following screen is
displayed.
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lf AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INCOMPLETE screen appears, set
the clock using MANUAL CLOCK
SET procedure as below.
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MANUAL CLOCK SET
If AUTO CLOCK SET was incomplete,
manually set the clock as follows.
Press ACTION Key on the Remote
to display SET Ge Menu screen.
Press A V to select the moni and
press P to set. In the same manner,
select and set the date, year, time,
and DST. eee Saving Time)
Press ACTION Key twice to start
CLOCK and exit.
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Reset all unit Memory Functions
When moving unit to a new location, or if a
mistake was made in the Initial Setup
section.
* Make sure a tape is not inserted in the unit. `
1 Turn the unit
Power on.
2 Press and hold both PLAY and
FF on the unit for more than 5
seconds.
e The power will shut off.
* Please ignore NO CASSETTE
warning.
3 Do “initial Setup" on page 8.
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Initial Setup for DSS / Cable box Connection
E Connect the OUT Jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF
terminal on unit with an RF cable.
Cable TV
Converter Box
INfrom
CABLE
VHF/UHF
How to do Initial Setup 3 Press CH A to select English.
OR
1 Press POWER on the Presa CH V to select Spanish
remote or unit. (Español),
TEM Press VOL + to select French
When the unit is turns on the (Francais).
first time, SELECT CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET
LANGUAGE screen appears. screen appears.
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* Turn on your cable box and set it to elf | i
PBS(Public Broadcast Station) channel compe "assi ah PR Memory
in your time zone. If you use DSS Functions" steps page 9.
receiver, it must be turned off.
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Press CH A Key to start
CHANNEL / CLOCK AUTO SET
operation. Settings are performed
automatically. If the setup is
completed, the following screen is
displayed.
If AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INCOMPLETE screen appears, set
the clock using MANUAL CLOCK
SET procedure on page 9.
v:CH DOWN
>:VOL UP
4:VOL DOWN
Note to CABLE System Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CABLE (Cable TV) System Installers attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

i Language
1) Press AV<4P to
select language
icon.
2) Press ACTION
repeatedly.
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For English
3) Press AV 4b to
select "EXIT."
Press ACTION to
exit.
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Press ACTION
to display MAIN MENU.
Bl Channels
1) Press AV<4P to
select "CH."
"ANTENNA," then
press » to set your
antenna system
("TV" or “CABLE”).
4) Press AY to select
"AUTO SET,” then
press ».
e After Channel Auto Set
is finished, Clock Auto
Set will be performed.
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Reset Language, Channels, Clock,
B Clock
1) Press AW«4b to
select "CLOCK."
2) Press ACTION.
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("TIME ZONE ADJUST"
appears only when
auto clock is set.)
3)Press AY to select
"MANUAL" or
"AUTO CLOCK
SET" and press >.
* For Auto Clock Set,
select "AUTO CLOCK
4)Press AV and
press <P to
select and set the
month, date, year,
time, and DST
(Daylight Saving
Time).
5) Press ACTION
twice to start the
clock and exit this
mode.

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press «4 or P to ; A:CH UP
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hour(s)
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To
display
the
menu,
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VOLUME
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press STOP/EJECT j
« : VOLUME DOWN
Whenever the menu or program
screen is displayed, CHANNEL
UP/DOWN function as AY and
VOLUME UP/DOWN function as
<> only.
necessary.
— and REW together
with no tape inserted.
To exit the menu,
repeat above with or
without tape inserted
until normal screen
appears.
4) Press ACTION Add or Delete a Channel
twice to exit. To add channel: To delete channel:
e TIME ZONE Select channel with Select channel with CH
ADJUST returns to number keys and AV or number keys and
“0” if clock is set press ADD/DLT. press ADD/DLT.
manually.
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Playback a Tape Record Ona Tape
[V Ready Check List
O All connections are made.
CJ Your unit is plugged in.
== | Insert a cassette.
* The unit power comes
on automatically.
To prevent tape jam,
remove loose or peeling labels
from tapes.
2 Press PLAY.
* Playback begins if cassette has no
record tab.
M Forward/Reverse scene search
-> Press FF or REW
-> Press again or PLAY to release.
@ Still (Freeze) picture
-> Press PAUSE/SLOW
-> Press PLAY to release.
E Siow Motion picture
3 Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in
Still mode
-> Press PLAY to release.
E Frame by Frame picture
-> Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode
-> Press PLAY to release.
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* These features work best in SP or SLP mode
(models PV-C1341/PV-C1351W) and SLP mode
(models PV-C1321/PV-C1331W).
* After the unit is in Still or Slow mode for 3
minutes, it will switch to Stop mode automatically
to protect the tape and the video head.
i Stop > Press STOP
@ Rewind tape > Press REW in Stop mode
@ Fast forward tape Press FF in Stop mode
B Eject tape > Press EJECT on the remote
or STOP/EJECT on the unit
You can operate on the unit
E Press to stop and/or REC Indicator
eject tape.
Insert a cassette with record tab.
* The unit power comes on automatically.
Press CH AV or number keys to
Select Channel.
* For "LINE" input, see bottom of next page.
Press SPEED to select recording
speed (see page 37).
SP = Standard Play
LP = Long Play
SLP = Super Long Play
* Selected speed is displayed.
Press REC to start recording.
* To edit out unwanted portions, press
PAUSE/SLOW to pause and resume
recording.
* You cannot view another channel during
recording.
E Stop + Press STOP
E One Touch Recording (OTR)
Press REC repeatedly
to set the recording E
length (30 min - 4 hours.) **99*7390*7299«713o
* The unit stops recording at a preset time.
* PROG TIMER indicator lights on the unit.
Normal a)
* After the unit has been in Rec Pause mode for 5
minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the
tape and the video head.
* The remaining recording time of an OTR can be
displayed by pressing DISPLAY.
EJECT
SELECT/
SET
4:CH UP
v:CH DOWN
ACTION >:VOL UP
STOP 4:VOL DOWN
REC F
REW SPEED

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing)
Connections you'll need to make. Recording (Editing) unit
Playing (Source) VCR
AUDIO VIDEO
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Playback (Source) Recording (Editing) unit
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E recorded tape. E with record tab.
» Dubbing tapes protected
= = with Copy Guard will have
poor quality results.
Select “LINE” mode.
LK See "Selecting Input Mode" below.
3 Press PLAY then m Press REC, then
PAUSE | PAUSE at starting a | PAUSE/SLOW
Lal point to put in © © immediately to put in
Standby mode. Standby mode.
(Perform operation of steps 4 and 5 on both units at same time.)
Press PLAY ae Press PAUSE/SLOW
to
start
dubbing.
C)
to
start
dubbing.
Press STOP Se Press STOP
to stop dubbing. to stop dubbing.
Selecting Input Mode
Method 1:
Press CH AY. The display will change as follows.
14243
(CABLE) (TV) )
Method 2: LINE«—-—125 or 69
e i a Press ACTION for MAIN MENU.
* Unauthorized exchanging b Press AV to select “TV”, then press ACTION
and/or copying of copyrighted for SET UP TV screen.
recordings may be copyright c Press AY to select “INPUT SELECT," and
infringement then press > to select "TUNER" or "LINE."
` d Press ACTION twice to exit this mode.
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TV Operation
1 Press POWER on the remote or A ready Check List
unit. O All connections are made.
: O Your unit is plugged in.
Use CH AY or
number keys to
select a channel.
] Press VOL + or VOL -
j to adjust volume.
PLAY/
REPEAT
NIGHT (NITE) Mode
Color and picture intensity levels are adjusted so the
screen is easier on your eyes during night time use.
Press NITE to set NIGHT
mode.
* NIGHT mode may be selected
when watching TV, playing a
tape, or while in FM mode.
Press NITE to cancel.
* Previous settings are restored.
* NIGHT mode is canceled
when power is tumed off or
power failure occurs.
E Using the 100 key
When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125
with the number keys, first press the 100
key, and then enter the remaining two digits.
@ Rapid Tune
Press R-TUNE to display the last channel you
were watching.
@ Audio Mute
Press MUTE to instantly mute the sound. Press
again to restore the previous sound level.
BW Phones
Connect an earphone (not supplied) or
headphones (not supplied) to the Phones Jack.
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Closed Caption System
This mo aer nor
This
multi-use
Sm
not
only
allows
the
hearing
Caption
On
Mute
Feature
impaired to enjoy selected programs, but also Closed Caption narration, if available, is displayed
makes useful information from TV stations when MUTE button is pressed for silence.
available to everyone. Press ACTION
Closed Caption Mode Feature IUIS cd ae ME
Press
ACTION
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Press
AY
Vn
to EE MAIN MENU. ART [soli E: ee.
; Er E Ex ii: 2) Press ACTION
E EH 1) Press AV Ak aoaea] to display SET
"nurus to select "TV." ay. Ge UP TV screen.
vun 2)Press ACTION
lE] to display SET BEES 1) Press AV to
UP TV screen. 3 __ Select "CAPTION".
"cue 2) Press p> to
(| select "CAPTION". screen.
2) Press > to -
display CAPTION 1)Press AV to e.
screen.
select
CAPTION
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repeatedly
to
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— select mode. Be
OFF —» CAP Ci
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(See
left.)
repeatedly
to
select
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—
cap
C2
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desired
mode.
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*
Each
press
of
>
will
Press
ACTION
three
times
change
the
displayas
NO—® CAP C
ode at left.
to return to the normal screen. ( rae 2 « The caption may be
broadcast over CAP
C1 or C2.
Press ACTION three times
to return to the normal screen.
Press MUTE to mute the sound and
display closed captioning.
* To cancel, press MUTE again.
Recordi ba Playing Back a Closed
Captior/Text Program
Record : Record normally. Closed Caption/
Text signal, if present, is recorded
automatically.
Playback : Start playback. Do above steps to
select desired caption mode.
Closed Caption Mode Selections
Caption Mode: CAP C1 or C2
A narration of selected TV programs is displayed.
Check TV program listings for CC(Closed Caption) broadcasts.
Caption Mode: TEXT C1 or C2
The lower half of the screen will be blocked out. When the TV station broadcasts information,
such as program listings, it will appear in this space.
Caption Mode: OFF
Closed Caption /Text narration will not be displayed.
NOTE : The closed caption or text signal may be broadcast over C1, C2, or both.
Also, text contents can vary so you may wish to try different settings.
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TV Timer Features
H Ready Check List
This unit can be set to automatically power on in one H The clock is set to correct time.
of 3 modes (TV, Playback, or FM radio.)
You can also combine the On-Timer with a one `
minute alarm that gradually increases in volume.
Press PROG
to display SET PROGRAM screen.
` Cat RETO 1) Press AY to select
EE l “ON TIMER.”
S Si 2)Press » to display
z : e: ON TIMER screen.
1) Press AY to select
desired settings.
2) Press > to set the
ON-TIMER TIME or
ON-TIMER mode.
* Make sure a tape is
* ON-TIMER modo inserted if Playback mode
is selected.
[ee uU EN e See “EM Radio” on page
3
CHO1 PLAY 21 for instructions on
FM9—FM8---FMi—-— how to preset FM
stations.
Press AY to select CH AN ` ONTIMER
a} ALARM "ON" or "OFF." Indicator
When "ON" is selected,
an alarm will gradua y increase in volume for one
minute or unti! canceled by pressing any button
(including VOL 4 -)
To Make hono A
use AV and «>> to move back and correct.
Press PROG
5 to set ON TIMER.
* “ON TIMER lindicator lights on the unit.
To CANCE! ON-TIMER Sob If no button on the remote or unit
Repeat steps 1 and 2. Then, press ADD/DLT to clear d
the time in step 3. Now, press PROG to end. (including a button used to turn off
Gring the alarm) is pressed within 60
"ON TIMER END” briefly appears on-screen. minutes after unit turns itself on, it
wilt turn itself back off.
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SELECT/SET
CH UP A;
>:VOL UP
«:VOL DOWN
ROG
; 1:00 (one minute) ——
j
om
3:00 | increase
: until 10:00
9:00 ;
= on uie
15:00 five-minute
27 ES
| 26:00 ? i
= 2009 E
| 40:00 ten-minute
increase
* 5000 until 60:00
While timer function is in progress,
you can change channels on the
unit with CH AV while “CANCEL/
SET” screen is not displayed.
SLEEP TIMER
This unit can be set for auto power off.
Press SLEEP repeatedly
to set SLEEP TIMER.
e Pressing DISPLAY with TT OT"
sleep timer set displays SVEEBTIDEH GÀ
remaining time.
Press SLEEP repeatedly
until
“SLEEP
TIMER
00”
SLEEP
Pa
90
appears to cancel.
SLEEP TIMER 00
INSTANT ALARM
You can set a timer alarm up to 60 min. Useful when
you are cooking, etc.
Press TIMER/FM on the unit to display
the instant alarm CANCEL/SET screen.
Press CH AY on the
unit with CANCEL/SET
screen displayed to set
«3| alarm. (Time changes in
| the order shown left.)
CANCEL: : H
* Pressing TIMER/FM repeatedly on the unit
will change display as follows.
Tv |. [NETANTIALARA EI INSTANT/ALARM
Gin Be ig i EM y
To cancel, press TIMER/FM then press ADD/DLT on
the remote while CANCEL/SET screen is displayed.
To increase timer in progress, repeat step 2. Time
will be rounded up to next 1, 5, or 10 minute interval.
(See chart left.)
«Example»
* If current time remaining is 12:15, countdown will
restart from 15:00.
e If current time remaining is 9:15, countdown will restart
10:00.
Alarm will sound at 0: 00.
Press any button to stop
* The volume of the alarm gradually increases for
one minute and then continues to beep until
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Picture Adjustment
Press ACTION
to display MAIN MENU.
Sey) 1)Press AV<4 P to
=i select "TV."
OB 2)Press ACTION to
| display SET UP TV
screen.
ADD/DLT
BED 1)Press AY to select E
| VIDEO ADJUST.
8 2)Press P» to display
screen.
5) 1)Press AV to select
4| an adjustment item.
ei (See below right.)
E 2)Press «€ to adjust.
a To Reset Picture
Controls.
Press AV and > to
select and set
“NORMAL.”
All controls return to A :
their factory settings. Picture Adjustment
@ COLOR Control
Adjust color intensity.
TINT Control
Adjust for natura! flesh tones.
BRIGHTNESS Control
Adjust picture brightness.
PICTURE Control
Adjust picture intensity by
adjusting both contrast and
color level in the proper
balance.
i SHARPNESS Control
Adjust picture sharpness.
5 Press ACTION three times to exit.
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