Panasonic OmniVision PV-C2020 User manual

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Combination VCR
§ Operating instructions
Models No. PV-C2020 / PV-C2030W
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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
I_ INSTALLATION _|
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.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
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.
GROUNDING 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 (polarized 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 PLACEMENT AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS
OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place unit over or near a heater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, etc. If unit is 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 overturn.
• Carefully follow all operating instructions.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
An outside antenna or cable system must
be properly grounded to provide some
protection against built up static
charges and voltage.
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Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 (in
Canada, part 1 of the
Canadian Electrical Code)
provides information
regarding proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER
LINES OR CIRCUITS
Locate an outside antenna system well away from power lines and
electric light 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 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 EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT,
unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualified service
technician before use.
3 ELECTRICAL 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 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 electric 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.
_ SERVICE _
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 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 service
literature to insure video unit is in safe operating condition.
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Safety Precautions/Mesures de securite
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 prevenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs electriques, ne pas
exposer cet appareil a la pluie ou a une humidite excessive.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, 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 Eflsl 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 §15.119
of the FCC rules.
FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user’s authority to operate.
/m\ This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
/voltage within the unit may have sufficient
/ \ magnitude to cause electric shock.
/ M \ Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
/ l_ \ of contact with any inside part of this unit.
/Oy This symbol alerts the user that important
/ ■ \ literature concerning the operation and
/ I \ maintenance of this unit has been included.
/ ' \ Therefore, it should be read carefully
/ 9 \ in order to avoid any problems.
A
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
A
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
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Table of Contents
To
Start!
Important Safeguards and Precautions ... 2
Before Using.6
•Accessories.6 • Record/Playback Time ... 6
• Loading the Batteries.6 • Prevent Accidental
Tape Erasure.6
Use
TV Operation.10
(Main Operation, NIGHT (NJTE) Mode, Using the 100 Key,
Rapid Tune, Audio Mute, Phones, SELF-DEMO Mode)
Now! Picture Adjustment.11
Enjoy
more!
Timer Recording.14 ~ 15
(Main Operation, Cancel, Replace or Clear Program Contents)
Timer Programming using
VCR Plus+® System. 1 6 - 1 9
• Cable Box Setup.17
• VCR Plus+ Channel Setup.18
• VCR Plus+ System Programming ... 19
TV Timer Features.20 - 21
• ON-TIMER with Alarm.20
• SLEEP TIMER.21
• INSTANT ALARM.21
Closed Caption System.22 - 23
• Closed Caption Mode Feature.22
• Caption On Mute Feature.23
Other
Information!
Reset Language, Channels, Clock . . 40 - 41
On-Screen Display (OSD).42
Unit Information.43
Location of Controls.44 - 45
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For assistance, call 1-800-211 -PANA(7262)

Connections.7
• Outdoor Antenna Connections 7
• DSS/Cable box Connections.7
One Time Setup.8 ~ 9
{Language, Channel, Clock)
Playback a Tape.12
(Main Operation, Forward or Reverse Search, Still Picture, Slow Motion, Frame by Frame
Advance, Features for a Quality Picture)
Record On a Tape...13
(Main Operation, One Touch Recording (OTR), Selecting Input Mode)
FM Radio.24 ~ 25
• FM Radio Setup.24 • Using FM Radio.25
• FM ANTENNA Setup.24
Tape Operation.26 ~ 29
• Commercial Skip.26
• Program End Search.26
•Tape Position.26
• Repeat Play.27
• Zero Search.27
• Auto Operation Functions.27
• VHS Index Search System.28,29
Special VCR Features.30
• Channel Caption.30, 31 • Weak Signal Display ON/OFF.34
•Time Stamp. 32, 33 »VCR Lock.34
Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing).
~ 34
.35
V-Chip Control Feature.36 ~ 39
• Enter Secret Code.36
• Setup US MOVIES Ratings.37
• Setup US TV PROGRAMS Ratings .. 38
• Blocking Message.39
Before Requesting Service.46
Spanish Quick Use Guide.47 ~ 49
Service Center List.50
Warranty.51
5
Getting
Started
I
Basic
Operation
I
Advanced
Operation
I
For
Your
Information

Before Using
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.
Date of Purchase_
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address_
Dealer Phone No_
Model No_
Serial No_
2) Insert batteries as marked.
Accessories
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LSSQ0193
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□ Batteries
2 “AA”
To order accessories,
call toll free 1-800-332-5368.
3) Close the cover.
□ Battery replacement caution
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
Break off the tab to protect
Record/Playba c k Time
Only use tapes with the IVHSt mark in this unit.
Tape Speed
Setting
SLP
(Super Long Play)
1 Hour
2 Hours
2 Hours
40 Minutes
2 Hours
4 Hours
5 Hours
20 Minutes
3 Hours
6 Hours
8 Hours
Record Tab
Screw driver
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Connections
Outdoor Antenna Connections
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:
When using “Nut type" RF coaxial
cables, tighten with fingers only.
Overtightening may damage terminals.
from
Antenna
(Flat) Twin Lead
300 Ohm Cable
Back of unit
DSS/Cable box Connections
■ 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.
■ 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.
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■ With a DSS Receiver
You can;
• record or view any channel including scrambled
channels.
NOTE: Channel selection must be made at the DSS
Receiver.
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 DSS box.
NOTE: The DSS receiver must be turned off to view
programs from a cable box or antenna. See the DSS
manual for details.
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Getting
Started

One Time Setup
When the unit is turned on the first time, setup
mode is entered automatically.
Press POWER on
the remote or unit.
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SELECT LANGUAGE
PUSH CH A :English
OPRIMIR CH T :Esparto I
APP. VOL + :Fran$ais
If wrong language is set, complete “Reset all unit Memory
Functions" steps page 43.
If you use a cable box, it must be left on.
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CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN. . ,
PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY
0
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
AUTO CLOCK SET
PROCEEDING
Process of Setup
Select the language.
— for English
—I—for Spanish
(Espanol)
CV) —for French
(Frangais)
Start Channel Auto Set
and Clock Auto Set.
Press CH A.
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(Case 2] (Setup incomplete)
6/7/2000 WED 12:00PM
DSTrON
SETTING : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED
END : PUSH CH UP KEY
Press CH A 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
41 and set DST: OFF,
If 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.
AUTO CLOCK SET
IS INCOMPLETE
PUSH ACT I ON TO 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 Audio/Video 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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(case l) Set TIME ZONE ADJUST.
Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION.
Display SET CLOCK
screen.
1) PressAT^^
to select
“CLOCK”
2) Press ACTION
to display.
SET CLOCK
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL _
|T I ME ZONE ADJUST : 61
SELECT:A ▼ KEY
SET : ■ * ► KEY
END :ACT I ON KEY
Select TIME
ZONE ADJUST.
1) Press AT
to select.
2) Press M ► to
subtract or add
hour(s) as
necessary.
End setup.
Press ACTION twice.
•TIME ZONE ADJUST
returns to “0” if clock is set
manually.
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AUTO CLOCK SET
IS INCOMPLETE
PUSH ACT I ON TO SET CLOCK
Display SET CLOCK
screen.
Press ACTION
to exit this
mode.
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SELECT MONTH
SELECT :A T KEY
SET : ► KEY
END :ACTION KEY
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Set the clock
manually.
1) Press AT to select
the month.
2) Press ► to set.
• Likewise set date, year, time,
and DST (Daylight Saving Time.)
To Make Corrections,
repeatedly press ^ ► to move
to error, then correct.
End setup.
Press ACTION twice
(Clock starts.)
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• 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
menu screen using unit
buttons.
To display the menu,
press STOP/EJECT and
REW together with no
tape inserted.
To exit the menu, repeat above with or
without tape inserted.
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— ACTION-
On Unit
Using ATM ► keys —
A : CH UP
▼ : CH DOWN
^ : VOLUME UP
M ■ VOLUME DOWN
Whenever the menu or
program screen is
displayed,
CHANNEL UP/DOWN
function as AT and
VOLUME UP/DOWN
function as ► only.
On Remote
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On unit
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Getting
Started

TV Operation
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Press POWER on [
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the remote or unit. r
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Select a channel.
Using CH AT or
NUMBERED
keys.
or
CD OD CD
CD CD CD
CD CD CD
® CD
Adjust volume.
Press VOL +
NIGHT (NITE) Mode
Color and picture intensity levels are adjusted so the screen is
easier on your eyes during night time use.
S',
Check list before you begin.
NIGHT
Set NIGHT mode.
Press NITE.
• NIGHT mode may be
selected when watching
TV, playing a tape, or
while in FM mode.
NITE
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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.
■ 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.
■ SELF-DEMO Mode
With Power ON, hold down PLAY/REPEAT on the unit for 5
seconds to display demo screen.
Repeat this to exit.
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For assistance, call 1>800-211-PANA(7262)