Panasonic Omnivision VHS PV-C2780 User manual

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Panasonic
Combination VCR
Operating Instructions
Model No. PV-C2780
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_san ENERGY STAR _Partner,
Matsushita Electric Corporation of
America Has determined that this
product or product model meets the
ENERGY S TAFP guidelines for
energy efficiency. I-2'_ T_I "IW_E-_s;
Please read _ese instructions carefully before attempting to
connect, operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. (Gufa para rapida consulta
en espafiol estd incluida.)
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ImportantSafeguardsandPrecautions
READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND I
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL I
WARNINGS INTHE MANUAL AND ON UNIT
I OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION I
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
An outsideantenna or cablesystem must
be propedy groundedtoprovide some rF_.._ _,=,._
protectionagainst built upstatic _ -_
charges and voltage. /_-_.TF'_J'_.
Section 810 of the _'_-___ _>._ ,,,,,
NationalElectricalCode. ! -_ ]q_" ..........
ANS/NFPA 70 fn i ,._,., J ,/_==_,'_'0_",_,_,
Canada, part 1of the __=,_o=,,,
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I INSTALLATION I
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from power source indicated on unit
or in this manual. If uncertain, have your Electric
Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer
verify your home power source.
2 POWER CORD PLUG
For safety, this unit_has a polarized type plug (one
wide blade), or a three-wire 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.
PQLARIZED PLUG (_AUT!.O__:
The plug fits into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully
inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an
electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
tamper with the plug.
R_PLNG PLUG CAUTION:
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,
or 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 (poladzed or grounding) and must be
securely connected.
-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
generated during operation. If blocked, heat
build-up may result in a fire hazard or heat
damage to cassettes.
For your protection:
a. Never cover 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 a book case
or rack, unless properly ventilated.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place unit over or near aheater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, etc. If unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to awarm 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 overturn.
• Carefully follow all operating instructions.
providesinformation
regardingproper groundingofthe mastand supportingstructure,
grounding of the lead-in wire toan antenna discharge unit, size of
groundingconductors, locationof antenna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
2KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER
LINES OR CIRCUITS
Locate an outside antenna system well away frompower linesand
electric light or power circuits so it will never touch Ihese power sources
should it ever fall. When installing antenna, absolutely never touch
power lines, circuits or otherpower sourcesas thiscould be fatal.
IUSING THE UNIT I
Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location,
refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE,
such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc.
2 IF EXPOSEDTO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT,
unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualified service
technician before use.
3ELECTRICAL STORMS
During a lightning storml or before leaving unit unused for
extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the
power source as welt as the antenna 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 smoke, malodors, or noises.
Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected by a service
technician to avoid potential fire and shock hazards.
• Never drop or push any object through openings in unit,
Touching internal parts may cause etectdc shock or fire hazard.
•Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from unit to
avoid electrical interference.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING UNIT
Unplug unit. Use a 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.
ISERVICE I
1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following detailed operating instructions, the
unit does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or
remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the
manual Unplug unit and contact aqualified 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 ol 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 service
literature to insure video unit is in safe operating condition,
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Safety Precautions/Mesures de sdcuritd
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 prdvenir tout risque d'incendie ou de chocs dlectriques, ne pas
exposer cet appareil &la pluie ou &une humiditd excessive.
Attention: Pour dviter les chocs dlectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche
darts 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 captioning in accordance with §1 5.1 19
of the FCC rules.
FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user's authority to operate.
[_UlEO]_I
RiSK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully
in order to avoid any problems.
3

To Start !
ImportantSafeguardsand Precautions.•.2
Before Using .................................. 6
•Accessories .................... 6•Record/Playback Time ... 6
•Loading the Batteries ...... 6•Prevent Accidental
Tape Erasure ................... 6
Use Now !
TV Operation
(Picture in picture, Two Tuners) ..... 10 ~12
(Basic TV Operation, PIP Operation, NIGHT (NITE) Mode, Using the
100 Key, Rapid Tune, Audio Mute, Phones, SELF-DEMO Mode)
MTS Broadcast/TV Stereo System..• 13
(Stereo/SAP/Mono broadcast, Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing)
Enjoy
more !
Timer Recording .................. 16 ~17
(Main Operation, Cancel, Replace or Clear Program Contents)
Timer Programming using
VCR Plus+ ®System ............. 18 ~ 21
•Cable Box Setup ..................... 19
•VCR Plus+ Channel Setup ..... 20
•VCR Plus+ System Programming ... 21
TV Timer Features ................ 22 ~23
• ON-TIMER with Alarm ............ 22
• SLEEP TIMER ........................ 23
• INSTANT ALARM ................... 23
Closed Caption System ...... 24 ~ 25
•Closed Caption Mode Feature .... 24
•Caption On Mute Feature ....... 25
Tape Operation ..................... 26 ~ 29
• Commercial Skip ........... 26 •Zero Search .................. 27
• Program End Search .... 26 o Auto Operation Functions .. 27
• Tape Position Display ... 26 • VHSIndexSearchSystem ..28, 29
• Repeat Play .................. 27
Other
Information!
4
Reset Language, Channels, Clock... 48
On-Screen Display (OSD) ........... 49
Warning and Instruction Displays .. 50
Unit Information ........................... 51
Before Requesting Service ........ 52

Connections ............................................................... 7
• Outdoor Antenna Connections ...... 7
• DSS/Cable box Connections ......... 7
One Time Setup ................................................... 8~ 9
(Language, Channel, Clock)
Playback a Tape ....................................................... 14
(Main Operation, Forward or Reverse Search, Still Picture, Slow Motion, Frame by Frame
Advance, Features for a Quality Picture)
Record On a Tape .................................................... 15
(Main Operation, One Touch Recording (OTR), Selecting Input Mode)
Special VCR Features ...................................... 30 ~34
• Channel Caption .................... 30, 31 • Weak Signal Display ON/OFF ......... 34
•Time Stamp ........................... 32, 33 • VCR Lock ..................................... 34
Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) .................................... 35
FM Radio ................................................ .......... 36 ~37
• FM Radio Setup ........................... 36 • Using FM Radio ........................... 37
• FM ANTENNA Setup ................... 36 • To select Audio Mode for FM Radio .... 37
FM Transmitter ........................................................ 38
(FM Transmitter Carrier Frequency Setup, FM Transmitter Setup, Speaker with FM Transmitter Setup)
Picture Adjustment ................................................. 39
V-Chip Control Feature ................................... 40 ~ 43
•Enter Secret Code ....................... 40 •Setup US TV PROGRAMS Ratings., 42
•Setup US MOVIES Ratings ......... 41 • Blocking Message ........................ 43
Cable Box Universal Remote Control Feature .. 44 ~ 45
• The Universal Remote Control Setup .... 44 • Remote Warning ON/OFF ................. 45
• Using the Universal Remote Control ...... 44 • DSS/Cable Box Brand Code Numbers .... 45
Audio Features ................................................ 46 ~ 47
Service Center List .................................................. 53
Warranty ................................................................... 54
Spanish Quick Use Guide ............................... 55 -57
Location of Controls ........................................ 58 ~59
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Congratulations
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.
FDate of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No. PV-02780
Serial No. J2) Insert batteries as marked.
FAccessories
[] Remote Control
LSSQ0203
[]BaKeries
2"AA"
To order accessories,
call toll free 1-800-332-5368.
Only use tapes with the _ mark in this unit.
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3) Close the cover.
[] Battery replacement caution
•Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries,
Break off the tab to protect.
Record Tab
Screw driver
Tape Speed Type of Video Cassette
Setting T60- iT120 _T160-0
SP
(Standard P!ay)- 11H0ur [ 2Hours 142MH°nUrtes
•P - ours
(Long Play) 2 Hours 4 Hours i 20 Minutes
SLP
(Super Long Play) 3 Hours I 6 Hours 8 Hours
I
To record again.
Cover the hole
with cellophane tape.

Unhook the antenna from your
previous TV or VCR and connect it to
the back of the unit as shown in the
diagram.
If your antenna system has separate
UHF and VHF lead-ins, you need a
UHF/VHF Band Mixer (not supplied.)
WARNING: I
When using "Nut type" RF coaxial
cables, tighten with fingers only.
Overtightening may damage terminals.
UHF/VHF Band
Mixer (not supplied)
(FLAT)
300 Ohm Cable
(Round) 75 Ohm
coaxial Cable
from or
Antennal 300-75 ohm
Transformer I IJ,_"
(not supplied) LL_\
(Flat) Twin Lead )1
300 Ohm Cable Back of unit
•Without a Cable Box
You can;
• record or view unscrambled channels.
You cannot;
•record or view scrambled channels.
• view a channel other than the one
selected for any type of recording.
Antenna \\
_, or
unit
•With a Cable Box
You can;
• record or view any channel including scrambled channels.
NOTE: Channel selection must be made at the cable box.
You cannot;
•view a channel other than the one selected for any
type of recording.
• do a Timer recording of a channel unless you select it
at the cable box.
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.
•With a DSS Receiver
You can;
• record or view any channel including scrambled
channels.
NOTE: Channel selection must be made at the DSS
Receiver.
YOUcannot;
• view a channel other than the one selected for
any type of recording.
• do a Timer recording of a channel unless you
select it at the DSS box.
NOTE: The DSS receiver must be turned off to view
programs from a cable box or antenna. See the DSS
manual fordetails.
iI Antenna
or
"CABLE
SAntenna .
L[ or ii
kCABLE//_! unit
.... ICable Box
Satellite unit
DSS .Receiver 1
IN IN_
3°°Ty
VHF/
UHF
VHF/
UHF
Y7

When the unit is turned on the first time, setup
mode is entered automatically.
Press POWER* on
the remote or unit.
['.Z01vjv]4 =1
2SELECTLANGUAGE
PUSH CH • :English
OPRtMIR CH •:Espa_ol
APP. VOL ÷:Fran_ais
Select the language.
_2- - for English
_-- for Spanish
_ (Espa_ol)
- for French
(Frangais)
•If wrong language is set, complete "Reset all unit Memory
Functions" steps page 51.
• If you use a cable box, it must be left on.
3CHANNELICLOCKAUTOSET
CONNECT ANI"ENNACABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
BOX. TUNE IT TO YO_JR
LOCAL P_ CH THEN .
PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY
Start Channel Auto Set
and Clock Auto Set.
Press CH A.
OH AUTO SET PROCEEDING j
Process of Setup
POWER1
CHANNEL2 j
DOWN
VOLUME
UP
AUTO Ct.O_3K SET
PROCEED I NG
6/7/2000_D 12:00PU
OST:ON
SETTING : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET
(Setup completed)
COMPLETED
END :PUSH CH UP KEY
Press CH • to exit.
•If your area observes
daylight saving time,
but you would like to
turn the DST feature
off, complete the
"To Set or Reset the
Clock" step on page
48 and set DST : OFF.
• tf your area observes daylight saving
time and DST is set to ON, but the
time is incorrect; complete the Time
Zone Adjust steps on the next page.
(Setup incomplete)
AUTO CLOCK SET
ISI NCOMPLETE
;>OSH ACTION_O SET CLOCK See Case 2
next page.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET
•Auto clock set is performed the first time when the unit is turned off each day. If used, a cable box must be left on and
tuned to the PBS channel at the time the unit power is turned off if you want auto clock set to be done.
•If using a DSS receiver, it must be turned off for auto clock set.
•If a Cable Box or DSS receiver is connected to the unit via AudioNideo Jacks, an RF coaxial cable must also be
connected for auto clock set and channel auto set features.
•If for any reason the time is changed manually, automatic time correction will not occur.
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Ca_a_ Set TIME ZONE ADJUST.
_Display MAIN MENU.Press ACTION.
2MAIN !.fENU Display SET CLOCK
screen.
@1) Press J, V4 •
to select
"CLOCK"
2) Press ACTION
to display.
3_ SET CLOCK
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
SELECT:& • KEY
SET :< _ KEY
ENO :ACTION KEY
4'
Select TIME
ZONE ADJUST.
@1) Press _,V
to select.
2) Press • • to
subtract or add
hour(s) as
necessary.
End setup.
Press ACTION twice.
•TIME ZONE ADJUST returns
to "0" if clock is set manually.
Clock Setup is Incomplete
Set the clock manually.
AUTO CLOCK SET
S I NCO_.!PLETE
PUSH ACTtON TO SET CLOCK
aDisplay SET CLOCK
screen.
Press ACTION
to exit this
mode.
\t/ SETCLOCK Set the clock manually.
select the month.
I S_UeCT 2) Press • to set.
_" KEY
f FJ%_ ACTIO,_ KEY
..................... • Likewise set date, year, time,
and DST (Daylight Saving Time.)
To Make Corrections,
repeatedly press • • to move
to error, then correct.
CEnd setup.
Press ACTION twice
(Clock starts.)
=2 SETSELECT/
?,L:CH UP
_:CH DOWN
b l_:VOL UP
:VOL DOWN
1 ACTION
O
• This unit's calendar is accurately maintained
up to Dec. 31,2089, 11:59 PM.
• Channel auto set selects normal TV or
Cable channels depending on your unit
hookup.
-- ACTION key on the unit --
You can operate the
_ ,e,_=, menu screen using unit
_i-:"1 buttons.
•-.o_,o.- To display the menu,
press STOP/EJECT and
On Unit REW together with no
tape inserted.
To exit the menu, repeat above with or
without tape inserted.
-- Using &_<l • keys --
@
On Remote
On Unit
A:CHUP
• : CH DOWN
• : VOLUME UP
• : VOLUME DOWN
Whenever the menu or
program screen is
displayed,
CHANNEL UP/DOWN
function as A• and
VOLUME UP/DOWN
function as • • only.
9

3
Press POWER* on
the remote or unit.
O8
ABC
Select a channel.
Use CH AV or
NUMBERED
or keys.
0oo
OQG
QQG
G_O
24 IIIIIIIIlll ......................
Adjust volume.
[001 ressv°'
You can view two pictures simultaneously using two tuners and
picture in picture (PIP) display function.
[_Check list before you begin.
[] Allconnectionsare made, (See page 7,)
[] Your unit is plugged in.
3
12
POWER
A PIP
0
B
Set PIP,
Press PIP.
PIP screen is displayed
on the Main Picture
screen.
Main Picture
UP/DOWN
:3VOL
UP/DOWN
<Example >
CI PIP0
Picture in Picture (PIP)
Return to the normal
screen.
Press PIP.
KEYS
In PIP mode, select a channel using CH AV or NUMBERED keys and
adjust the volume using VOL + - for the Main Picture only. To adjust the
PIP, you must first press SWAP to switch it to the Main Picture (see
page 11.)
10
CH 08:-- Main Picture CH
Position O
•PIP is not available in FM mode, while
V-Chip control is active, while aLINE input
has no signal, or while a blue-back (PROG,
PiP CH t0.-- PIP OH ACTION, MENU) screen is displayed.
....... , Position • PIP position and size you set will be retained.
J• The MOVE and SWAP buttons are
inoperative when PIP screen is off.

You can move the PIP screen to four positions.
MOVE
0Select PiP position.
Press MOVE repeatedly to
select PIP position.
1
.---q
Initial Position
1st Press ---- Lf_
2nd Press --,-- @.7
3rd Press-'--_
,._.._.J
Initial Position
You can switch the PIP and Main Picture source.
You can create a freeze frame PIP of the Main
Picture. FREEZE Freeze the
OMain Picture.
Press FREEZE.
SWAP
0Swap the Picture source.
Press SWAP.
You can choose =NORMAU' or "SMALL" PIP size.
MAIN MENU
_I-ECT:A V < I_ KEY
SET :ACTION KEY
Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION.
Display SET UP TV screen.
@1 ) Press _,V_I •
to select "TV."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
3SET UP TV
i_Ji;,IF.-!_,L
LOCK
CAPTION
Select PIP SIZE.
INPUT SELECT :TUNER
VIDEO ADJUST
SET UP FM
SPF-&KER :ON
SELECT:& • KEY
SET :. KEY
ENO :ACTION KEY @1) Press _,_ to
select
"PIP SIZE."
2) Press • to set
"NORMAL" or
"SMALL."
_End setup.
Press ACTION twice.
Still Picture
FREEZE Change PIP back
Oto a moving
picture.
Press FREEZE.
• With PIP displayed, each press of FREEZE will
freeze and unfreeze the PIP.
To remove PIP, press the PIP button.
• A freeze frame PIP reverts to a normal (moving)
picture when the PIP and the Main Picture are
swapped.
•The FREEZE function works the same way
during playback.
SELECT/
SET
._:CH UP
I_:VOL UP
4:VOL DOWN
ACTION
-- FREEZE
SWAP
(Z) " MOVE
11

Color and picture intensity levels are adjusted so the screen is
easier on your eyes during night time use.
NIGHT Set NIGHT mode.
NITE
0Press NITE.
•NIGHT mode may be
selected when watching
TV, playing a tape, or
while in FM mode.
To Cancel, press NITE.
• Previous settings are restored.
•NIGHT mode is canceled when
power is turned off or power
failure occurs.
•Using the 100 key
When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125 with the
NUMBERED 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.
PLAY/
REPEAT
I 1 ......................
POWER PHONES
Jack
•Audio Mute
Press MUTE to instantly mute the sound.
Press again, to restore the previous sound level.
•Phones
Connect an earphone (not supplied) or headphones (not
supplied) to the Phones Jack,
riD
TUNE
•SELF-DEMO Mode
With Power ON, hold down PLAY/REPEAT on the unit for 5
seconds to display demo screen.
Repeat this to exit. --NUMBERED
Keys
--100 KEY

The following are possible broadcast types with their accompanying
on-screen displays. The signal being received is indicated with a
"(€," mark while the selected audio mode is indicated with an arrow.
To change the audio mode for these broadcasts, follow the "Select Audio
Mode for TV Viewing" section (below.)
Display the broadcast signal
being received.
Press DISPLAY to display.
MTS Stereo and SAP broadcast
Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo
(main language) and Secondary Audio
Program (sub language) broadcasts are
both being received simultaneously.
Select the STEREO or SAP audio mode.
MTS Stereo broadcast
Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo
broadcast, Select STEREO audio mode,
• tf stereo broadcast is weak and the display
flickers, select MONO audio mode for
possibly better results.
SAP broadcast
Secondary Audio Program (sub language.)
Select SAP audio mode for the sub language.
MONO broadcast
Normal monaural sound broadcast.
<Example >
Press AUDIO to select the desired
audio mode as described above.
(Arrow shows selection,)
• Each press of AUDIO will change the audio
mode as shown betow.
•"SAP" is selected with first press of AUDIO.
I[ STOP _2:oo_ _c 1
Press o:oo:oo
_STEREO SP
Aoo,o/sA - /
MONO _- STOP 12:OOAM ABC
0:00:00
LPress _,,,._|
AUDIO _""_ L.
Equipped with ¢ll_x® -TV Noise Reduction
for true MTS reproduction.
¢n_x® -TV Noise Reduction is required for
good stereo separation and audio fidelity.
¢ll.,x® is a registered trademark, and is
licensed by _bx ® Technology Licensing.
;PLAY
AUDIO
•Only TV audio from Main Picture
is output.
• Audio mode can only be changed
for the Main Picture, 13

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EJECT-- :
[_Check list before you begin.
[] All connections are made. (See page 7.)
[] Your unit is plugged in.
(t_
Recordtab _-
Insert a cassette.
• The unit power comes on
automatically.
To prevent tape jam
Inspect your cassette tapes and
remove any looseor peeling labels.
PLAY Press PLAY.
•Playback begins if cassette
has no record tab.
•To Find a Particular Scene
Forward Search --> Press FF
(To release, press PLAY or FF)
Reverse Search --) Press nEW
(To release, press PLAY or nEW)
•To view a Still picture ->
Press PAUSE/SLOW (To release, press PLAY)
•To view in Slow Motion -->
Press and hold PAUSE/SLOW in the Still mode
(To release, press PLAY)
•To view Frame by Frame Advance -->
Press PAUSE/SLOW in the Still mode (To release, press PLAY)
PAl
/SLOW
• After the unit is in Still or Slow mode for 3minutes, it will switch to
Stop mode automatically to protect the tape and the video head.
•During VCR Playback in PIP mode, FF and nEW search
operation ispossible.
•Pressing PLAY in Stop mode starts playback on the main screen
only, not the PIP screen.
• To stop -._ Press STOP
•To rewind tape -,> Press nEW in Stop mode
• To fast forward tape --->Press FF in Stop mode
• To eject tape .-.>Press EJECT on the remote or
STOP/EJECT on the unit
fYou can operate on the unit
Insert a cassette.
2Press PLAY.
........-"..... J
• Press to stop and/or eject tape. J
Diqital Auto Trackinq
Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum
picture quality.
Manual Traekina Control fto reduce Picture noisel
Use during Playback andSlow Motion modeto reduce picturenoise.
Press the 3 or 6 NUMBERED key on the remote control or CH &V*
on the unit until the picture clears up, To return to Auto Tracking,
press POWER off, then on again a few seconds later.
V-Lock Control
In Still mode, the 3 or 6 NUMBERED key on the remote control
or CH AV on the unit operate as aV-Lock control to reduce jitter.
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This unit uses a PanaBSaekTM picture tube for better color
reproduction and picture contrast.
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[_Check list before you begin.
[] All connections are made, (See page 7.)
[] Your unit is plugged in.
[] Cassette with record tab in place.
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Record tab
Insert a cassette.
•The unit power comes on
automatically.
Select Channel.
Press CH AV, or
NUMBERED keys.
• To select "LINE," see bottom
of this page.
SELECT/SET
A:CH UP
v:CH DOWN
k:VOL UP
4:VOL DOWN
ACTION--
3
oooo 4[
DISPLAYs.
STOP_
PAUSE/SLOW_-.
3SPEED- _'
Method 1:
Press CH At. The display will change as
follows. ._-bl -,_.._2-,,-_3,
[_'--_.II1_ (CABLE) (TV) _)
LINE4_125 or 69_-,--_
Method 2:
a Press ACTION for MAIN MENU.
b Press AV< • to select "TV', then press
ACTION for SET UP TV screen.
c Press AY to select "INPUT SELECT," and
then press •to select "TUNER" or "LINE."
d Press ACTION twice to exit this mode.
SPEED
0Select Recording
speed (see page 6.)
Press SPEED.
SP =Standard Play
LP = Long Play
SLP =Super Long Play
• Selected speed is displayed.
Start Recording.
REC Press REG.
• To edit out unwanted portions,
press PAUSE/SLOW to pause
and resume recording.
• You can view anotherchannel
during recording.
• Recording can only be started
with the Main Picture.
• To stop -) Press STOP
•One Touch Recording (OTR)
Press REC repeatedly _4:Normal Rec'--_0:30---_l:0_
to set the recording .00,4--3:00_2:004--1:30
length (30 min - 4 hours.)
• The unit stops recording at a preset time.
• PROG TIMER indicator lights on the unit.
• After the unit has been in Rec Pause mode for 5 minutes, it
will stop automatically to protect the tape and video head.
• The remaining recording time of an OTR can be displayed by
pressing DISPLAY.
• If you select a channel and "RECORDING PLEASE TURN
OFF PIP" appears, turn PIP off and try again.
• If PAUSE is pressed in PIP mode, "REC CH-- PLEASE
SWITCH TO RECORDING OH" is displayed. In this case
select recording channel and try again.
You can operate on the unit
1Insert a cassette. 2 4
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• Press to stop. REC Indicator 15

You can set up to 8programs to be recorded while you are away.
SET PROGRAM
SI_LECT:& •KEY
:_ KEY
ENO :PROG KEY
Display SET PROGRAM
screen.
Press PROG/VCR+*.
Select TIMER PROGRAMMING.
1) Press Ay
to select.
2) Press • to
display.
•If a program is already in memory,
press AV, and • to select an
unused program number.
3STOP Set the recording DATE.
1) Press •V
to select.2) Press • or <1
to set.
• 1-31 = One time
• DAILY = MON~FRI
• WEEKLY SUN-SAT
t_8--9 ........ 31-- 1 --2"----6"_ = Same time once a
week
//
Today's -- 7 SELECTA I•Selection Order 0ALLY
Date !_WEEKLY...WEEKLY WEEKLY.__
-- (SAT "" MON] SUN
Repeat step 3 to set:
•start time, stop time
•Channel (or LINE for outside source)
• Category [N/A (not applicable),
SPORTS, MOVIE, COMEDY,
MUSIC, DRAMA]
• Speed (SP, LP, SLP)
•
TOOAY SA_p
CATEGORY : MOV I E
NISH TO MAKE NOTES:& KEY
SET ;4 _KEY
END :pROGIACTION KEY
• Characters will change
in the following order.
Make the notes.
'If not wanted go to step 5,)
@
/
_--*A-- B-- C ...... Z-- BLANK-- ----&*_
•9...... 2--1 -- 0--/--! _--
1) Press • to
begin.
2) Press •V to
select.
3) Press • or _1
to set,
4) Press
PROG/VCR+
(or ACTION)
to end.
Continued on the next page.
• 2 minutes before Timer recording is performed, "PLEASE PREPARE FOR
TIMER REC" appears and/or the PROG TIMER indicator flashes• Be sure
a cassette with record tab is loaded and the unit is in Stop mode.
• If the start times of two programs overlap, the lower numbered program
will have priority.
• If the start time for a Timer Recording comes up during anormal recording
or One Touch Recording (page 15), the Timer Recording will not be
performed.
• If there is a power interruption of more than one minute, the recording
may not be performed or continued.
• If "INCOMPLETE" appears after all items have been set, check all entries
and make necessary corrections.
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[_lPcheck list before you begin.
[] All Connections are made. {See page 7.)
[] Your unit is plugged in.
[] The clock is set to correct time.
[] The tape is long enough.
[] The record tab is in place.
SELECT/
SET
z3 A:CH UP
_Y:CH DOWN
I, :VOL UP
4 :VOL DOWN
-1PROGNCR+
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__ Timer Recording Using __
unit Buttons
You can set e Timer Recording using
ACTION key on the unit. (See page 9.)
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EELS3
.-- ACTION --.
_] Press STOP/EJECT and REW
together without a tape inserted
to display MAIN MENU.
Press &Y + - to select "VCR"
and STOP/EJECT and REW
together to display SET UP
VCR screen.
Press A_, to select "TIMER
PROGRAM" and + to display the
TIMER PROGRAM screen.
_.,_Repeat main steps 3~6.

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4
CA_CELAODDLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:A • KEY
E_TER _ KEY
END :PROGtACTION KEY
End the program•
Press
_# PROG/VCR+
O" (or ACTION.)
....................................... _ To Enter More Programs
Press AV and • to select and
set ablank program number,
and then repeat steps 3and 4.
Exit this mode.
Press PROG/VCR+
(or ACTION) twice.
•If you're using a cable box, make
sure that it is turned to the desired
channel and the power is left on for
timer recording.
•PROG TIMER indicator lights on
the unit.
Cancel a Timer
Recording:
(Recording Ls in progress)
Hold down STOP for a few seconds
to cancel the Timer Recording.
• Any future daily or weekly recordings
will be performed as programmed.
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PROG TIMER indicator
aRepeat steps 1 and 2 on page 16.
b iPOTST,.AR,_STO,_.C_SP?ISelect the desired
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i CANOEL:AOO_OLT KEY I @
i SELECT 1-8:_ • NEY
ENTER :_ KEY
IENO :PROG/ACTIO_J KEY !
Press AV to
select.
CTo Replace program... i
ICATEGORY: MOVIE SP I _ /
ISELECT:& •KEY ' _
SET wl _- KEY I _*"
Et';D :PR_,ACTION KEY j_ L
To Clear program...
POT START STOP CH SPD _
_2 S 10_00p_2_O0a125 SP i
SELEC_ I_8_ • KEY i
i E_,'_E_ "_ _Y I
L Et;D PP,_GvACTICN' KEY
i
1) Press • to
display.
2) Press ,_' to
select and • or
• to set new
program contents.
3) Press
PROG/VCR+
(or ACTION.)
Press ADD/DLT.
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(5 es e5
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I_SELECT/
,-/,I_sET
C_:CH UP
v:CH DOWN
_":VOL UP
4:VOL DOW
--C PROG/VCR+
CADD/DLT
STOP
_R_"JF
w
dJ xit this mode.
Press PROG/VCR+
(or ACTION) twice.
•If a timer recording starts in PIP mode, the
current PIP will be replaced with the timer
recording picture. However, if the PIP source
is LINE input, the picture will not change. 17

VCR Plus+ System is...
a feature that allows you to set most items of a
Timer Recording by simply entering a special
code number (PlusCode) found in TV GUIDE
and selected newspaper TV listings.
Process of Recording
_> _ F<_-IProgram ming I
•CABLE BOX --> UNIT
i[ or
Set up on
page
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UNIT
•ANTENNA or CABLE -> UNIT
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Programming
on page
21
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UNIT

Process of Recording
tConnection l_> !_1 _>[ Programming t
Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION*.
fMAIN ME,NO 1
m
, SELECcHT++CLOO_K+? +
Display SET UP
CHANNEL screen.
@1)Press AY41 •
to select "CH."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
3SET UP CHANNEL
ANTEN_'_A :CABLE
AUTO SET
CHANNEL CAPTION o+
SELECTTA YKEY
SET ;I,- KEY
END :ACTION KEY
Select CABLE BOX
SET UP.
1) Press AV to
select.
2) Press •
to display.
4ARE YOU USING
A CABLE 8OX_
YES
ELECT:& • KEY
SET :1_ KEY
ENO :ACTION KEY
Select "YES" or "NO."
1) Press AV to
select "YES"
or "NO."
2) Press • to set.
If you select...
• "YES" .-->Step 5.
• "NO" .-) Press ACTION _ Go to VCR Plus+ Channel
Setup on page 20.
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SELECT/
SET
/3 A:CH UP
•v:CH DOWN
4, :VOL UP
4 :VOL DOWN
ACTION
5(
;ENTER CABLE BOX OUTPUT
!CHANNEL
SELECT:A • KEY
SET :_ KEY
ENO ¸ACTION KEY
Select Cable Box output
channel number.
1)Press _V to
select.2) Press •
to enter.
• If necessary, refer to your cable
box manual.
• I:_you are using Audio/Video jack
connection for your cable box,
select and set "VIDEO OUT" as
the output channel.
VCR Plus+and PlusCode are registered 1
trademarks of Gemstar Development /
Corporation. /
The VCR Plus+system is manufactured /
under license from Gemstar Development|
Corporation.
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VCR Plus+ Channel Setup is...
necessary to program the unit with local
channel information for proper VCR Plus+
operation.
Process of Recording
]Connection ]_>, _ _ [Programm ing--]
At first, do Channel Setup Preparations below right.
1I o
Press ACTION*.
IMAIN_NU Display SET UP
-_I _-! f_,_ CHANNEL screen.
CH (_OCK_-EXIT
S_=].LECT:A •< I_ KEY
:ACTION KEY
1) Press AV• •
to select "CH."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
3SET UP CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
CHANNEL CAPTION
WF.AKSIGNAL DISPLAY:OFF
SELECT:A •KEY
SET :_ KEY
END :ACTION KEY /ie'ectvi 'us'c"
1) PressAVto
select.
2) Press•
to display.
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP
GUIDE CH CABLE CH
-) rl_ __
02 ---
SELECT :A • KEY
ENO :ACTION KEY
Enter VCR Plus+ channels.
I_ ] 1) Pressl_to
move cursor to
right column.
2) Press AV to
change the
CABLE CH
number.
3) Press • to set.
4) Press AV to
scroll up/down
the GUIDE CH
column.
•Repeat step4 untillistiscomplete.
To Make Corrections
Press AV and •to move to error, then AV to change,
or ADD/DLT to erase number.
5i %1 "n°t'esetup
Press ACTION three times.
• Make each entry within 5 minutes or the unit will leave this mode.
•Once local channels have been programmed, they will stay in
memory, even in the case of a power failure.
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Channel Setup Preparations
To complete step 4 left, make a local
channel list (see example below,)
You will need the following:
•A normal TV and/or Cable stations line
up and the channel numbers your receive
them on.
• A list of Guide (VCR Plus+) channel
numbers for stations you receive (see TV
Guide and selected newspapers.)
1Make a 3-column chart. In the left
column, write all station names you receive.
2In the middle column, write each station's
Guide (VCR Plus+) number.
3In the right column, write the channel
number your TV receives the station on.
< EXAMPLE ONLY >
Broadcast Assigned Channel
or Cable Guide no. your TV
Station VCR Plus+) receives the
Name Channel no. station on
HBO 33 15
Nickelodeon 38 20
CBS 34 04
FOX 11