Panasonic Omnivision PV-HD1000 Assembly instructions

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Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUC-
TIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE
MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
INSTALLATION
1POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from apower source indicated on the
unit or in this manual. If necessary, have your Electric
Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify
the power source in your home.
2POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
As asafety feature, this Video product comes with either
apolarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the
other), or athree-wire grounding type plug.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have
an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not defeat the
safety feature by tampering with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into athree-hole grounding outlet. If
necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet. Do
not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
3POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not
likely to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or be
in the way of walking traffic.
If an extension cord is used, make sure it also has either
apolarized or grounded plug and that the cords can be
securely connected.
Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked
wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by
aqualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards
and should be avoided.
4DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated during operation. If they are blocked, heat
build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may result
in afire hazard or heat damage to cassettes.
For protection, follow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in use,
or operate the unit when placed on abed, sofa, rug,
or other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or
rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.
5AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN
TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, inside aclosed vehicle, etc..
Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of
extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly
moved from acold place to awarm place, moisture
may condense in the unit and on the tape.
6TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
•Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping
surface.
•Do not place this unit on any support
that is not firm, level, and adequately
strong. The unit could fall causing
serious injury to achild or adult and
damage to the unit.
»An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn,
•Carefully follow all operating instructions and use
the manufacturer's recommended accessories
when operating this unit or connecting it to any
other equipment.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the equipment,
be sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide some
protection against built up static
charges and voltage surges.
Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
(in Canada, part 1of the Canadian
Electrical Code) provides information
with respect to 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
An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines, electric
light or power circuits and where it will never come into contact with these power
sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme
care should be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved, antenna
installation should be left to aprofessional.
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USING THE VIDEO UNIT
If the unit has been in storage or moved to anew location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG
IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by aqualified service technician
before use.
3DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
During alightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the unit
unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the power
source as well as the antenna and cable system.
4WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
•Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has been spilled
into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by aservice
technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid
contact inside.
•Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit. Some internal parts
carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
•Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may cause
electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.
5USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire,
shock, or other hazards.
6CLEANING THE UNIT
Unplug the unit. Then, use aclean, 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 the 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
DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions, this Video product
does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any
adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact aqualified
service technician,
IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer, or
those having the same safety characteristics as the original parts. The use of
unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM ASAFETY CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to conduct a
thorough safety check as described in the manufacture's sen/ice literature to
insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition.
Safety Precautions
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture
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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.

Table of Contents
Use
Now!
Important Safeguards and Precautions 2
Accessories 4
Loading the Batteries 4
Introduction about D-VHS 5
Basic Connection (Antenna, D-VHS VCR, DTV Compatible TV) 6, 7
Advanced Connections 8, 9
One Time D-VHS VCR Setup 10-14
(Cable Box/ DSS Receiver Setup, Channel Memory, Auto Clock Set)
VHS Playback 15
(Slow Motion, Still Picture, Frame'by Frame, Features for aQuality)
VHS Recording 16, 17
•One Touch Timer Recording 16 •Recording One Program
•Selecting the Input Mode 17While Watching Another 17
•Selecting Channels at the
D-VHS VCR 17
D-VHS (Digital) Playback 18
•Still (Freeze) Frame Picture 18
D-VHS (Digital) Recording 19
•One Touch Timer Recording 19
Enjoy
more!
Timer Recording 20, 21
VCR Plus+ System Setup 22
VCR Plus+ System Programming 23
Multi-Brand Control Feature 24, 25
MTS Broadcast /VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System 26, 27
Tape Operation ..28 -30
•VHS Index Search 28 •Repeat Play 30
•Index Scan 29 •One Minute Skip 30
•Shuttle Variable Speed Search .... 29 •Zero Search 30
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) 31
Special VCR Features 32
•VCR Lock 32 •Warning Beeper 32
•Weak Signal Display 32
Other
Information!
Reset Channel, Clock 33
D-VHS VCR &Cassette Information 34, 35
•Reset all D-VHS VCR Memory Functions ... 34 •Head Cleaner 35
•D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time) 34 •Cleaning the D-VHS VCR 35
•To prevent accidental •Declaration of Conformity 35
erasure arecorded tape 34 •Specifications 35
•Record /Playback Time 34
On-Screen Displays (OSD) 36
•Function &Channel Display 36 •Blank Tape/No Video Signal
•Menu Screen 36 Indication 36
•VCR Status &Clock Display 36 •Warning and Instruction
Displays 36
Before Requesting Service 37
Service Center List 38
Warranty 39
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia para rapida consulta 40 ~45
Location of Controls 46, 47
•Remote Control 46 •Multi Function Display 47
•Front View of the D-VHS VCR 46 •Rear View of the D-VHS VCR 47
Quick Use Guide Back Cover

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 at right. The serial number is on the tag
located on the back of your D-VHS VCR.
Accessories
•Date of Purchase
•Dealer Purchased From.
•Dealer Address
•Dealer Phone No.
•Model No.
•Serial No.
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Remote Control
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Loading the Batteries
1Press down on the in* mark and slide the Battery
Compartment lid open.
2Install four batteries as indicated inside the
Battery Compartment.
RF Coaxial Cable
VJAS0184
Slide the Battery Compartment lid back into place.
IEEE1394 Cable
VJAS0217
D-VHS Cassette tape
DF-300
To order accessories,
call toll free 1-800-332-5368.
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Battery replacement caution
•Do not mix old and new batteries.
•Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
4

Introduction about D-VHS
ABOUT D-VHS
The "D" in D-VHS represents Digital Data. As this name suggests, D-VHS is an extension of the world's
most popular VHS home video format, which adds new digital recording (storage) capabilities that make it
an ideal match for digital broadcasts.
Like VHS, D-VHS is atape-based format. Unlike VHS, D-VHS records digital signals as adigital bit stream|
(data) which is compatible with the MPEG II and ATSC standards utilized by your broadcast system.
Since digital data is stored "as is", there is no loss of quality compared to the original broadcast.
And since you will want to continue enjoying all of the regular VHS tapes you've recorded or accumulated,
the D-VHS also offers conventional analog (VHS) recording and playback in addition to digital.
The relationship between type of broadcast, cassette D-VHS Switch, and resulting recording is as follows:
Broadcast Cassette D-VHS Switch Recording
Digital Broadcast D-VHS HS or HS/STD D-VHS (bit stream)
Digital Broadcast VHS HSorHS/STD or ANALOG VHS (analog)
Local D-VHS HS or HS/STD or ANALOG VHS (analog)
Local VHS HS or HS/STD or ANALOG VHS (analog)
PRODUCT FEATURES
FEATURES VHS Mode D-VHS Mode
REC SPEED SP/LP/SLP HS/STD
Hi-Fi YES
MTS/SAP YES
VCR Plus+ YES
MULTI-BRAND CONTROL YES
SQPB (Super VHS Quasi Playback) YES
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY YES
181 -CHANNEL TV/CATV TUNER YES
VCR LOCK/WARNING BEEPER YES YES
REC/PLAYBACK/REW/FF/STILL YES YES
SEARCH (CUE/REV) YES *2
SHUTTLE SEARCH YES
SLOW/FRAME ADVANCE YES
TAPE INDEX SEARCH YES YES *3
OPERATION ZERO SEARCH YES YES
1-MINUTE SKIP YES YES
REPEAT PLAY YES YES
ONE TOUCH RECORDING YES YES *4
TIMER RECORDING YES YES *5
*1 :There is no on-screen display during digital playback.
*2: The picture will be frozen during this operation.
*3: Digitally recorded tapes will have no on-screen displays.
*4: One touch recording is not functional when recording from aSet Top Box.
*5: For DTV timer program, tune the Set Top Box to the desired program, them it ON.
5

Basic Connection
(6)
Antenna,
Cable Box or
DSS
(7)
RF Cable
(Supplied)
ANTENNA
2-Way
Splitter
(Rear Side) Set Top Box
IN FROM
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[OUTTOTV]
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RF IN
S-VIDEO
DIGITAL
INTERFACE
DIGITAL TV OUTPUT
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AUDIO VIDEO
NTSC OUTPUT
—(5) IEEE1394
Cable (Supplied)
D-VHS VCR
DIGITAL
INTERFACE
(audio] [video]
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{OTV OECODER
(Rear Side)
—(3)
RCA Cable
DTV Compatible TV
DIGITAL TV INPUT
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AUDIO VIDEO
NTSC INPUT
S-VIDEO
(2)
RCA
Cable
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(4)
S-Video
Cable
(Rear Side)
6

Explanations for Each Connection
(1) ANT (Set Top Box)
Connects the broadcast signal from your home antenna to receive Digital broadcasts.
To connect the broadcast signal to the D-VHS VCR, use a2-Way Splitter {not supplied).
(2) Y, Pb, and Pr Jacks (Set Top Box)
Connects to Y, Pb, and Pr jacks on the Digital TV with RCA type cable to see digital
broadcasts and digital playback programs from the D-VHS VCR.
(3) AUDIO L/R OUT Jacks (Set Top Box)
Connects to AUDIO L/R IN on the Digital TV to listen to Audio sound from the Set Top
Box. Y, Pb, Pr, and S-VIDEO jacks do not contain an audio signal. You cannot hear the audio
sound if these jacks are connected to the Digital TV.
(4) S-Video (Set Top Box)
Connects to S-VIDEO on the Digital TV to see ahigh quality picture with NTSC.
(5) DIGITAL INTERFACE Jacks (Set Top Box)
Connects to DIGITAL INTERFACE jack on the D-VHS VCR with IEEE1394 Cable
(Supplied) to record and playback digital broadcasts.
•If IEEE1394 HUB is used, the D-VHS VCR may not operate correctly.
•The IEEE1394 cable may not be compatible for connection with other brand Set Top Boxes.
•Digital playback and digital recording with the D-VHS VCR is only possible if the signal is based
on MPEG 2format.
Even with the D-VHS VCR connected to aDVC (digital video camera) with an IEEE1394 Digital
Interface cable, the D-VHS VCR cannot do adigital recording of the DVC playback, nor can the
DVC do adigital recording of the D-VHS VCR Playback.
(6) IN FROM ANT. Jack (D-VHS VCR)
Connects Antenna or Cable Box or DSS signal.
(7) OUT TO TV Jack (D-VHS VCR)
Connects to RF IN on the Digital TV with RF Cable (Supplied).
(8) AUDIO/VIDEO OUT (Set Top Box) <lf necessary>
Connects to AUDIO/VIDEO IN on the D-VHS VCR with RCA type cable to receive an
analog signal from the Set Top Box. Use this connection to record adigital broadcast
in VHS format with DTV selected as the input mode.
CAUTION: The D-VHS VCR should only be used with aPanasonic Set Top Box as other brands may not
function properly.
If you connect the DIGITAL OUTPUT on the Set Top Box to the DIGITAL INPUT on the DTV compatible TV
only, or the NTSC OUTPUT on the Set Top Box to the AUDIO/ VIDEO IN on the DTV compatible TV only,
some on screen displays such as MENU or PROGRAM will not be displayed.
•When "ACT or "PRG" is displayed in the Multi Function Display, press ACTION or PROG to exit the MENU
or PROGRAM mode in order to operate the PLAY, STOP, REWIND, and FF buttons.
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Advanced Connections
Between Antenna and D-VHS VCR Case 2: Twin Lead &Coaxial Cables
Case 1:Twin Lead Cable Only
To D-VHS VCR Terminal
(Flat) Twin Lead
300 Ohm Cable 300-75 ohm Transformer
(not supplied) (Round) 75 Ohm
coaxial Cable
UHF/VHF
Band Mixer
(not supplied)
To D-VHS VCR Terminal
Between D-VHS VCR and TV
Case 1: Screw &Plug Type Terminal
UHF/VHF Band 'V
Separator
(not supplied)
RF Coaxial Cable
VHF
Case 2: Screw Type Terminal
75-300 ohm
Transformer
(not supplied)
UHF
CATV Connection All connections on these pages are made with 75 Ohm coaxial cables
With aCable Box (Cable Box D-VHS VCR)
,ANT \
or i
\CATV /CABLE BOX D-VHS VCR
IN FROM ANT.
OUT TO TV
With aCable Box (D-VHS VCR -» Cable Box)
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D-VHS VCR CABLE BOX
IN FROM ANT.
OUT TO TV
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Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables
x
300-75 ohm
Transformer
(not supplied)
UHF/VHF
Band Mixer
(not supplied)
To D-VHS VCR Terminal
Case 3: Double Screw Type Terminal
TV
UHF/VHF Band
Separator
(not supplied)
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VHF
UHF
Case 4: Complex TV Terminal
TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET
Split out
ANT1
ANT2
You Can You Cannot
•record or view any
(including
scrambled) channel.
•use D-VHS VCR
Remote Control to
select channels
using Multi-brand
control feature.
•view any (including
scrambled) channel.
•use D-VHS VCR
Remote Control to
select channels
without using Multi-
brand control
feature.
view 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.
record scrambled
channels.
Note to CABLE system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system
installer's attention to Article 820r40 of the NEC in USA
(and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) 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.
ICassettes marked OSHSl and SflSl can De used
with this video cassette recorder. However, D-VHS
recordings are possible only with cassettes marked
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS
equipment.
9

One Time D-VHS VCR Setup
The setup on pages 12 through 14 is vital for proper D-VHS VCR operation.
Please read the instructions carefully and in the order presented.
NOTE: These first two pages contain reference material needed for setup on pages 12-14.
Please look over the information before you begin setup procedure.
Setup Overview
You will be performing the following tasks:
•Telling the D-VHS VCR what kind of equipment you are using to receive channels and how it is connected.
•Entering pertinent cable box or DSS receiver information if used.
•Entering alocal PBS channel so that the D-VHS VCR can receive auto clock set data. (Not available in all
areas.)
•Placing channels in memory and setting the clock.
Please Note Which Connection Type You are Using.
Make sure all equipment is hooked up as described on pages 6-11.
The 'diagrams below illustrate some of the basic connection types.
Confirm which type you used for later reference.
Connection Type A
<CABLE BOX •» D-VHS VCR +TV>
From Cable Back of D-VHS VCR
Cable Box
Back of TV
Or, <ANT/CABLE BOX -» DSS BOX *D-VHS VCR *TV>
From
Cable, Cable Box
or Antenna
I' Cable/ \\rf Coaxial f
Antenna Cable
Itffr (SUPP'ied)
Back of TV Back of D-VHS VCR
Connection Type B
<D-VHS VCR -» TV>
Back of D-VHS VCR Back of TV
From *
or Cable
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Or, <D-VHS VCR -» CABLE BOX -» TV>
From Antenna
or Cable
Back of D-VHS VCR Back of TV
This connection allows
viewing (not recording)
of scrambled channels.
ONE TIME SETUP IMPORTANT NOTES:
•For detailed DSS receiver connection instruction, please see your DSS operating manual.
•The DSS receiver must be turned off to view programs from the cable box or antenna.
•If you use aDSS receiver, it must be turned off for auto clock set.
•If your cable box is not remote controllable, it must be tuned to your PBS channel.
•If you use Audio/Video Jack connection between the D-VHS VCR and cable box or DSS receiver, you must
also connect the RF coaxial cable in order to use the auto clock set and channel auto set features.
10

Cable Box/ DSS Receiver Code Number List
If your cable box or DSS receiver is remote controllable, refer to this list during setup on page 12.
However, it will not operate all Cable Boxes or DSS Boxes made by these manufacturers.
If you get no results, your particular product brand cannot be controlled by this remote control.
Cable Box
Brand Code Numbers
Archer 01,29,44,88,91
Cableview 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 85, 88
Citizen 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 85, 88
Curtis 08, 09, 56, 61,87, 90
Diamond 01,29, 44, 88, 91
Drake 37, 67, 71
Eagle 13, 20, 22, 26, 40, 58, 62, 98
Eastern 28
GC Brand 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 85, 88
Gemini 04, 85
General Electric 57
General Instruments
01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55, 83, 85, 91, 93, 95
Hamlin 14, 15, 28, 41, 97, 100, 102
Hitachi 31, 79
Jerrold
01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55, 83, 85, 91, 93, 95
Macom 31, 79
Magnavox 25, 26
Matsushita 16, 17, 101
Movietime 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 42, 44, 88
NSC 32, 38, 40
Oak 10, 11,46, 99
Panasonic 16, 17, 101
Philips 13, 20, 23, 24, 96
Pioneer 05, 06, 78
Pulsar 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 85, 88
Radio Shack 44
RCA 16, 17, 101
Realistic 44, 51, 88
Regal 14,41
Regency 28
Rembran 29, 32, 39, 42, 44, 88
Salora 68, 72
Samsung 32, 40, 42, 78, 94
Scientific Atlanta 08, 09, 56, 61 ,87, 90
Sheritech 27
SL Marx 32, 40, 42, 78, 94
Brand Code Numbers
Spucer 16, 17, 101
Stargate
.... 04, 30, 32, 40, 42, 44, 52, 63, 78, 85, 88, 94
Sylvania 19
Teknika 74
Telecaption 77, 92
Teleview 32, 40, 42, 78, 94
Texscan 18, 19
Tocom 01, 33, 34, 42, 48. 49, 91
Toshiba 36
Uniden Satellite 65, 69
Unika 01, 29, 44, 88, 91
Universal 42, 43, 44, 52, 63, 88
Viewstar 13, 20, 22, 26, 40, 58, 62, 98
Videoway 07, 23, 50
Vid Tech 64
Vidter 64
Zenith 07, 23, 50
DSS (Digital Satellite System Receiver)
Toshiba 103
Hitachi/ Hughes 104
Magnavox/ Uniden 1105
Magnavox/ Uniden 2106
Sony 107
RCA 108
Panasonic 109
Note: During setup you will be instructed to enter your brand code number. As some brands have multiple
codes, it may be necessary to try different codes to attain the proper results.
These codes are for Cable box or DSS Box setup for Auto Clock and VCR Plus+ recording only.
For TV/Cable Box Multi-Brand Control operation, please see page 24.
Positioning Your Cable Box or DSS Receiver
If your cable box or DSS receiver is remote controllable, place it on or near the D-VHS VCR as shown in the
example below. The D-VHS VCR transmits an infrared signal from two locations. Be sure not to cover the
transmitter windows.
11

One Time D-VHS VCR Setup (continued)
'Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/Y, INDEX or ADD/DLT button does not
work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
When the D-VHS VCR is turned on for the
first time, it automatically enters the setup
mode.
Setup includes the following:
•Tell the D-VHS VCR how your equipment is
hooked up (pages 6-1 1) so the D-VHS VCR
can correctly place channels into memory.
•Get the D-VHS VCR ready for clock set.
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Using keys
When aMENU or PROGRAM
screen is displayed, the PLAY, STOP,
REWIND, and FF buttons on the remote ^
control function as AT< only.
To Set the Cable/DSS Receiver,
Channels and Auto Clock Set
1Turn the TV and D-VHS VCR on.*
Tune your TV to the D-VHS VCR output channel
(the same one you set on the back of the D-VHS VCR: CH3 or
CH4).
•If you used audio/video jack connection, tune the TV to its video input.
Press AT to select your connection
type, and then press to set.
•If you use acable box or DSS receiver
and selected "YES", go to step 4.
•If you selected "NO", "CABLE BOX
CONTROL IS NOT AVAILABLE" is
displayed. Go to "Alternate Instructions"
on page 14.
ARE YOU USING ACABLE
BOX OR DSS RECEIVER?
SELECT
SET
END
NO
»KEY
KEY
ACTION KEY
Press AW to select your hookup,
and then press to set.
•If you selected "CABLE/DSS BOX VCR
TV," continue with step 5. If not, go to
"Alternate Instructions" on page 14.
•If you are using the CABLE/DSS BOX^
VCR^TV connection method, only the
cable box output channel will be placed in memory.
SELECT HOOKUP
CABLF/DSS B0X>VCR>TV
VLK*CABLE/D5S BUX»rv
SELECT :A KEY
SET KEY
END :ACT ION KEY
Press AT to select your cable
box or DSS receiver output
channel number, and then
press to enter.
•If necessary, refer to your cable
box manual.
•If both acable box and DSS receiver are used,
set the output channel of the DSS receiver.
•If you are using Audio/Video jack
connections to your cable box, select and
set "VIDEO OUT" as the output channel.
SELECT HOOKUP
CABLE /OSS BOX»VCR>TV
CABLE/DSS BOX OUTPUT CH
SELECT
SET
END
*KEY
<* KEY
ACTION KEY
Press AW to select your cable
box or DSS receiver code number,
and then press to enter.
(Refer to the list on page 11.)
•If your cable box or DSS receiver
doesn't have aremote control,
select "NO REMOTE." Then, go to
Alternate Instructions on page 14.
•This determines whether the D-VHS VCR will
control your cable box or DSS receiver.
ENTER CODE NUMBER
REFERRING TO MANUAL
SELECT
:
SET
END
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*KEY
ACTION KEY
Continued on the next page.
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If you use acable box,
tune it to channel 02.
If you use aDSS receiver,
tune it to channel 270.
7Press to continue.
•"NOW TRANSMITTING" appears
If Cable Box
PLEASE TUNE YOUR CABLE
BOX TO CH02.
If DSS Receiver
PLEASE TUNE YOUR OSS
RECEIVER TO CH 270.
PROCEED :• KEY
END :ACTION KEY
8Press AW to select
"YES" or "NO," and then
press to enter.
If Cable Box
IS YOUR CABLE BOX
RECEIVING CH 09 ?
YES
EH
SELEC
SET
El
If DSS Receiver
IS YOUR DSS RECEIVER
RECEIVING CH 200?
YES
SELECT
SET
END
AVKEY
KEY
ACTION KEY
If you use a cable box and
selected "YES," go to step 9.
If you use aDSS receiver
and selected "YES," go to
"Alternate Instructions"
on page 14.
If you selected "NO," the screen
in step 6on page 12will reappear.
Try entering adifferent code
assigned to your brand and/ or
repositioning the equipment (see page 11).
If the answer is still "NO," cable box or DSS receiver
control is not available.
For channel and clock auto set, press ACTION to display
the "SET UP CHANNEL" screen. Then, press to select
"AUTO SET." Now, press and CH Ato start the auto set.
Confirm that your cable box is on
and that your DSS receiver is off.
9Press AT to select your
local PBS channel number
you receive on your cable
box, and then press to
display the "CLOCK AUTO
SET" screen.
PLEASE ENTER YOUR LOCAL
PBS CHANNEL ON CABLE BOX
SELECT :ATKEY
SET KEY
END :ACT ION KEY
10Press CH to start Auto
Clock Set.
•If you live near adifferent time
zone, be sure to enter the PBS
channel in your time zone.
•"AUTO CLOCK SET
PROCEEDING" appears.
CLOCK AUTO SET
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE ACABLE
BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN. ..
PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY
If the Auto Clock Set
displayed time is incorrect...
If you use acable box and receive
more than one PBS station, try auto
clock set again.
Follow the 'To Set or Reset the Clock"
section on page 33 and when the
instructions call for you to enter aPBS
station, enter the one you have not
tried yet.
If "AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INCOMPLETE" appears...
The screen below will appear on-
screen if auto clock set data is not
available in your area.
AUTO CLOCK SET
IS INCOMPLETE
PUSH ACTION TO SET CLOCK
Press ACTION to display the "SET
CLOCK" (manual) screen, and
then do steps Band Con page 14.
Note:
If you use acable box and receive
more than one PBS station, you may
exit the manual clock set screen and
try auto clock set again.
Follow the "To Set or Reset the Clock"
section on page 33 and when the
instructions call for you to enter aPBS
station, enter the one you have not
tried yet.
11 This display appears when
auto clock set is completed.
Confirm that the time is
correct and press CH A
to exit.
1/ 4/2000 TUE 12:00PM
DST:ON
SETTING :CH 02
AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED
-ID :PUSH CH UP KEY
NOTES
•Auto clock set will be performed when the D-VHS VCR is turned off the first time each day. If you use a
cable box and you want auto clock set to be performed, the cable box must be left on and tuned to the
PBS channel before the D-VHS VCR power is turned off.
•It is necessary to set PBS CHANNEL to perform Auto clock set.
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One Time D-VHS VCR Setup (continued)
•Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/T, INDEX or ADD/DLT button does not
work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Alternate Instructions
Complete the following steps if, any of the following applies:
•You selected "NO" in step 3on page 12.
•You selected "VCR^CABLE/ DSS BOX^TV" in step 4
on page 12.
•You selected "NO REMOTE" in step 6on page 12
(your cable box or DSS receiver is not remote
controllable).
•You use aDSS receiver and selected "YES" in step 8
on page 13.
1Turn on the cable box and
set it to the local PBS channel.
•If you live near adifferent time
zone, make sure to set the
channel in your time zone.
•If you use aDSS receiver,
it must be turned off.
CHANNEL/ CLOCK AUTO SET
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE ACABLE
BOX, TUNE ITTO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN. ..
PLEASE PU5H CH UP KEY
Press CH A* to start Channel Auto Set and
Auto Clock Set.
•The following messages appear.
"CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING"
"AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING"
This screen appears to confirm that
auto clock set is completed.
3Confirm that the time is
correct and press CH
to exit.
If this screen appears, auto
clock set is not available in
your area. Please set the clock
manuafly as described below.
1/ 4/2000 TUE 12:
OST:ON
SETTING :CH 02
AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED
MD :PUSH CH UP KEY
AUTO CLOCK SET
IS INCOMPLETE
PUSH ACTION TO SET CLOCK
APress ACTION to display the
SET CLOCK screen.
BPress AT and <to
select and set the month,
date, year, time, and
DST. (Daylight Saving Time).
To Make Corrections,
repeatedly press -4 to move the cursor
to the incorrect entry and make the correction.
CPress ACTION twice to start
the clock and exit this mode.
-\4><—SET CLOCK
SELECT :A»KEY
Sett key
END :ACT ION KEY
SET CLOCK
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If the displayed time and DST.
are not correct...
If you happen to live close to two time zones,
the D-VHS VCR may have recognized the
PBS channel (setting channel) in the wrong
time zone. Please do the following to correct
the situation.
aMake anote of the SETTING:CH number
shown on screen and press CH to exit.
bDelete the setting channel from the D-VHS
VCR channel memory. (See the 'To Add or
Delete aChannel" section on page 33.)
cPress ACTION to display the menu.
dPress AV to select "SET CLOCK," and then
press to display the "SET CLOCK" screen.
ePress AT and to select and set "AUTO
CLOCK SET."
fFollow the One Time D-VHS VCR Setup
instructions on pages 12-14.
•If you use acable box and have multiple PBS
stations, tune the cable box to adifferent PBS
station and try auto clock set using the menu.
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VHS Playback
0fCheck list before you begin.
nAlt connections are made.
(See pages 6-1 1.)
TV and D-VHS VCR are plugged in.
TV is turned on and set to the D-VHS
VCR channel (CH3or4).
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Insert acassette.
•D-VHS VCR power comes on automatically.
•"VCR" lights in the Multi Function Display.
2Press PLAY on the remote or D-VHS VCR to start
playback.
•Playback begins automatically if cassette has no record tab.
3Press STOP on the remote or D-VHS VCR to stop
playback.
•To rewind the tape, press REW.
4Press EJECT on the remote or D-VHS VCR to eject
the cassette.
•You may eject acassette with power on or off.
To Find aParticular Scene During Playback
Press REW or FF during playback to search for ascene.
•Search speed for SP mode tapes is 7times and SLP mode tapes is
21 times the normal speed.
•Some noise bars will appear during search.
Special Effects During Playback
These features work best in SP or SLP mode. The sound will be muted.
Slow Motion Playback
Press SLOW to start slow motion playback during playback.
Press PLAY or SLOW to release.
Still (Freeze) Frame Picture
Press PAUSE to freeze and release the picture.
•To reduce picture noise, first press SLOW. Then, use CH
(TRACKING) ATW to clear up the picture. Now, press PAUSE.
Frame by Frame Advance
In Still mode, hold down SLOW to advance the still picture one frame at
atime. Press PAUSE to release.
Features for aQuality Picture
Digital Auto Picture
This feature automatically controls the video output signal for less noise
depending on the tape condition.
Digital Auto Tracking
This feature continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum
picture quality.
Manual Tracking Control (to reduce picture noise)
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture noise.
Press CH (TRACKING) A/Y during playback until the picture clears
up. To return to Auto Tracking mode, press POWER off and then on
again.
V-Lock Control (to reduce picture jitter)
In Still mode, CH (TRACKING) A/Y operate as aV-Lock control. Press
A/Y until the picture is stabilized.
•After the D-VHS VCR is in Still or Slow mode for 1
minute, it will switch to the Stop mode automatically to
protect the tape and the video head.
•Above "Special Effects During Playback" and "Features for
aQuality Picture" are not available for D-VHS playback.
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VHS Recording
Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/T, INDEX or ADD/DLT button does not work
when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
b^Check list before you begin.
DAll connections are made.
(See pages 6-11.)
D-VHS VCR is plugged in.
TV is turned on and set to the D-VHS
VCR channel (CH 3or 4).
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1Insert acassette with record tab
D-VHS VCR power comes on
automatically.
Press CH A/T* or NUMBERED
keys to select achannel.
•Or, press CH A/W on the D-VHS VCR.
•Holding down CH A/T will increase
the channel search speed.
•To record from an outside source,
press CH A/T or INPUT to select
"LINE" (see page 17).
Press SPEED to change the
recording speed.
•SP =Standard Play
LP =Long Play
SLP =Super Long Play
(See page 34.)
IPress REC/TIME on the remote control or D-VHS
VCR to start recording.
•To edit out unwanted portions, press PAUSE to pause the
recording in progress.
To release, press PAUSE again.
(After the D-VHS VCR has been in Pause mode for 5minutes, it
will stop automatically to protect the tape and video head.)
One Touch Timer Recording (OTR)
The D-VHS VCR starts recording and turns itself off at apreset time.
In step 4, press REC/TIME repeatedly to set the length of
the recording. Each push will change the stop time as
shown.
CNormal Rec—*0:30—*1:00-v
4:00 3:00 2:00
•TIMER" lights and the stop time is displayed in the Multi Function
Display.
•The remaining recording time can be displayed by pressing
DISPLAY in OTR mode.
5Press STOP to stop recording.
•Or, press STOP on the D-VHS VCR.
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CHANNEL Multi Function Display
Up/Down
Selecting the Input Mode
Press INPUT.
The display will change in the order below.
DTV-
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Number Ul Vv
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Press CH A/T.
The display will change in the order below.
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digital interface jack with IEEE1394 connection.
When DTV is selected, "d" is displayed in the Multi
Function Display.
LINE: For front audio/video connection.
When LINE is selected, "L" is displayed in the Multi
Function Display.
Record One Program While Watching Another
1Press VCR/TV while recording is in progress to turn off
the VCR indicator in the Multi Function Display.
2Use the TV channel controls to select aprogram. The
VCR will continue to record your program while you
watch any channel you choose.
•To switch back and forth between the recording and viewing
channel, press VCR/TV.
Selecting Channels at the D-VHS VCR
1Turn your TV and D-VHS VCR on.
•VCR Indicator lights on the Multi Function Display.
If indicator doesn't light, press VCR/TV to turn it on.
2Use CH A/T on the remote control or D-VHS VCR to
select channels.
•To switch back to TV channel selection, press VCR/TV to
turn VCR indicator off, or simply turn the D-VHS VCR power
off.
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D-VHS (Digital) Playback
Check list before you begin.
QAll connections are made.
(See pages 6-11.)
D-VHS VCR is plugged in.
DSet Top Box and Digital TV are turned on.
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cassette.
•D-VHS VCR power comes on automatically.
•"VCR" lights in the Multi Function Display.
2Press PLAY on the remote or D-VHS VCR to
start playback.
•Playback begins automatically if cassette has no
record tab.
3Press STOP on the remote or D-VHS VCR to
stop playback.
•To rewind the tape, press REW.
•To fast forward the tape, press FF.
4Press EJECT on the remote or D-VHS VCR
to eject the cassette.
•You may eject acassette with power on or off.
Additional D-VHS Playback Feature
Still (Freeze) Frame Picture
Press PAUSE to freeze and release the picture.
•If "NOT PRESENT' is displayed on the screen,
even though connections are made correctly, turn
the Set Top Box power off and then on again.
•Digital programs recorded on other brand digital
VCRs may not play back on this D-VHS VCR.
•This D-VHS VCR can play back tapes with copy
protection.
However, the TU-DST50 Set Top Box is not
compatible with copyrighted programs.
To watch copyrighted programs, acompatible Set
Top Box is necessary.
When copy protected program is detected during
digital playback, "CP"{Copy Protection) is
displayed in the Multi Function Display.
•When "CP" is displayed in the Multi Function
Display and the Set Top Box is not compatible
with the copyrighted program, the screen will turn
solid black.
•When playing back tapes recorded with multi-
programs, you can select the desired program for
playback using the Set Top Box remote control.
•If the picture is not displayed during digital
playback, press STOP and PLAY again.
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D-VHS (Digital) Recording
INOTE: When using Panasonic Set Top Box TU-0ST50 or TU-DST51 ,D-VHS switch ^>
should be set to HS mode. Maximum recording Time will be 2.5 hours (DF-3QQ Tape).
B^Check list before you begin.
OAll connections are made. (See pages 6-11.)
D-VHS VCR is plugged in.
Set Top Box is turned on.
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FOUND" is displayed on the
screen and/or "SnF" is displayed
in the Multi Function Display
during digital recording, make
sure the IEEE1394 cable is
properly connected and/or turn
the Set Top Box power oft and
then on again.
You can view only the channel
being recorded during D-VHS
recording.
Caution:
Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of
copyrighted recordings may be copyright
infringement.
1Insert aD-VHS cassette with
record tab.
•D-VHS VCR power comes on automatically.
2Select arecording channel with
the Set Top Box.
•If necessary, refer to your Set Top Box manual.
3Press CH A/Y or INPUT to select "DTV" (see
page 17).
4Slide D-VHS Switch to HS or HS/STD.
•D-VHS indicator will light.
HS: Digital recording is d-VHS Switch
performed.
Tape speed is SP
(Standard Play) mode and
recording period is 2.5
hours when DF-300
tape is used.
HS/STD: HS or'STD (Standard) recording is selected
automatically.
ANALOG:Analog recording is performed. To change the
recording speed, press SPEED (see page 34).
5Press REC/TIME on the remote or D-VHS VCR
to start recording.
•To edit out unwanted portions, press PAUSE to
pause recording.
fOne Touch Timer Recording (OTR)
The D-VHS VCR starts recording and turns itself off at apreset time.
In step 5, press REC/TIME repeatedly to set the length-
|of the recording. Each push will change the stop time.
•TIMER" lights and the stop time is displayed in the Multi Function
Display.
NOTE: If you start the recording with recording command feature of
the Set Top Box, the One Touch Timer Recording is not
Vavailable. y
6Press STOP on the remote or D-VHS VCR to
stop recording.
NOTE: Programs which have copy protect data cannot be recorded
and recording will be stopped. Then 'THIS PROGRAM IS
RECORD PROHIBITION" is displayed on the screen.
When copy protected program is detcted during digital
recording, "CP"(Copy Protection) is displayed in the Multi
Function Display.
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Timer Recording
Important: If the remote control
work when pressed,
You can set up the D-VHS VCR to record aone
time, daily, or weekly program while you are
away or otherwise occupied. Up to 8programs
can be stored in memory.
Check list before you begin.
All connections are made.
(See pages 6-11.)
TV and D-VHS VCR are plugged in and
turned on.
VCR/TV selector is set to "VCR."
HClock is set to correct time.
3Record tab in place. (See page 34.)
Z] When Digital Timer Recording, use the
D-VHS cassette tapes.
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•When recording programs via aDSS
receiver, the DSS receiver must be left on.
•When recording programs via an antenna or
cable, the DSS receiver must be turned off.
POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/Y, INDEX or ADD/DLT button does not
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
1Press PROG* to display the
"SET PROGRAM" screen.
Press AW to select "TIMER
PROGRAM," and then press
to display the program screen.
•If aprogram is already in memory, press AW
and to select an unused program number.
SET PROGRAM
VCR Plus* PROGRAM
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SELECT: atKEY
SET KEY
END :PROG KEY
OPress AW and to select and
set one of the following:
•1-31 =One time recording
•DAILY =Same time MON-FRI
•WEEKLY (SUN-SAT) =Same time once aweek
Example ^8-9 31— 1-26—
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4Press AY and Ato
select and set each of the
remaining items at right.
If you want to record digital TV,
channel selection should be "DTV."
Remaining Items to be set:
•START time •STOP time
•CH(annel) number, DTV or
LINE for outside source recording
•Speed (SP, LP, SLP)
PDT START STOP CH SPD
To Make Corrections
Repeatedly press to move the cursor to the right, or -4 to
move to the left to the incorrect entry and make the correction.
5Press PROG to end the program.
•This screen appears for confirmation.
If you use aDSS receiver and enter a
channel number of 100-125, the screen
at right appears.
Press AWto select "DSS" or
"CABLE," and then press to enter.
•The confirmation screen appears
above right after this selection.
To Enter More Programs
Press AT and to select and set ablank
program number, and then repeat steps 3and 4.
6Press PROG to exit this mode.
CANCEL :AO0/DLT KEY
SELECT »-8:a tKEY
ENTER :KEY
END :PROG KEY
IS IT CABLE OR OSS
RECEIVER?
SELECT:* KEY
SET >KEY
Press POWER off to set the timer.
•When recording programs via acable
box, make sure the cable box is left
ON and tuned to the desired channel.
-Hlfihttl -
Multi Function Display
For DTVTimer Recording, make sure the set
top box (TU-DST5Q) is left ON. and turned to
the desired channel. On the VCR. D-VHS
switch is set to HS or HS/STD and power is off.
NOTES
•Digital programs which have copy protect data cannot be recorded.
•Acassette with no record tab is ejected and TIMER" flashes when the power is turned off to set the timer.
•If the start times of two programs overlap, the lower numbered program will have priority.
•If the start time for atimer recording comes up during anormal recording or One Touch Recording (pages 16, 17,
19), the timer recording will not be performed.
•If there is apower interruption of more than one minute, the recording will not be performed or continue.
•If atimer recording by the D-VHS VCR and by the Set Top Box overlap, only the earlier program will be performed.
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