Panasonic Omnivision PV-M1349 User manual

Panasonic
Omnivision
Combination VCR
Operating Instructions
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/
PV-M1369/PV-M1379W
PAfllNTAL
GUIDANCE
Aa an ENERGY START Partner, Matsushita
Etectrio Corporation of America has determine*!
mat thtt product or product mods! m&ebs the
SnERQYSTAR* guidelines for energy efficiency.
read these instructions carefully belore attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product,
save this manual.
Spar«ft Que* Use Guide is included (Guta para rapid* eonsuta en esparto esta .nduida
)

Important Safeguards and Precautions
READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
WARNINGS IN MANUAL AND ON UNIT
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
1POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from power source indicated on unit
orinthia manual. If uncertain, have an Electric
"
'Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer
verify your home power source,
2vPOWER CORD PLUG
-'. For safety, this unit comes with apolarized
-type plug (one wide blade), or athree-wire
:,/grounding type plug.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
The plug fits into outlet one way, l( It cannot be
.-f-uiCy 'inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not tit,
'have'an electrician install the proper watl outlet.
§'o hot tamper with the plug.
GROUNDING,PLUG CAUTION:
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
Section 81 0of the National Electrical
Code, ANSt/NFPA 70 {in Canada,
part 1of 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 fail; When'
installing antenna, absolutely never touch power lines, circuits or other power
sources as this could be fatal.
NEC -HATTttUL ELECTRKM. COM
ANTENNA .
(MecucrtoM iiMoh
OflOUNO CUIM
Ptmtn tinvici 4n£uwbiMa
.
USING THE VIDEO UNIT
The plug requires athree-hole grounding outlet.
If necessary, have an electrician install the
proper outlet Do not tamper with the plug.
3POWER CORD
^-Make'sure power cords are routed so they
'are not likely to have anything rest on
'them.roll over them, or be in the way of
;' ,^walking-traffic An extension cord should have
:.
'the same type plug (polarized or grounding)
', --and must be securely connected. Overloading
wall outlets or extension cords may cause fire
^.ihazard. Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and
•V/j damaged or cracked wire insulation are
•; .hazardous and should be replaced by a
%^qualified electrician.
?DO NOT- BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
v/^ehtilation openings in the cabinet release
^fceat generated during operation. If blocked,
v.'Jheat build-up may result In afire hazard or
^?tieat damage to cassettes.
£;hVFPr
/-Vour protection;
'?*£aI_Never cover ventilation slots white unit is
•
.st- 'ON, or operate unit while placed on abed,
Tv^-sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
v^vb-Avoid built-in Installation, such as abook
'tfj- sH '"case or rack, unless property ventilated.
£j&VblD EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
yDo not place unit over or near aheater or
.
.' regulator, in direct sunlight, etc. If unit is
^'"suddenly moved from acold place to awarm
:
-^'place, moisture may condense In unit and on
th*e tape causing damage.
,6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
•Never place unit on support or stand that Is
'> hot firm, level, and adequately strong, The
!, *;- unit could fall causing serious injury to a
y-}> •> child or adult and damage to the unit.
•Move any appliance andcart
r-'.." :,combination with care.
Quick stops, excessive force,
,V &and uneven surfaces may
;-cause objects to overturn.
•Carefully follow all operating Instructions.
Safety Precautions
:Warning; To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
:*This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
'Only use those tapes with the EBB mark. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and Inspected for use in 2, 4, 6,
and 8hour VCR machines be used.
.This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with §1 5.1 19of the FCC rules.
FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.
Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to anew location, refer again to the
INSTALLATION section of these safeguards. .
1KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE, such as akitchen sink,
bath tub, pool, and so on,
2IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT, unplug unit and have -
it inspected by aqualified service technician before use,
3ELECTRICAL STORMS r
During alightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for extended periods of time: ;',
disconnect all equipment from the power source as weil as the antenna and cable system .:
4WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED FN
•Never expose to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has been spilled Into
'
unit. Immediately unplug 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 unit. Some internal parts carry
hazardous voltages and contact can causa electric shock or fire hazard. i' v
•Avoid placing unit directly on top or underneath aTV as this may cause electrical '
interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment. -p.^f
5USING ACCESSORIES ,
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire, '
shock, or other hazards.
6CLEANING UNIT \
Unplug unit. Use adean, dry, chemically untreated doth 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
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. ,, ;
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. ^
SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING •
After unit is serviced or repaired, request that athorough safety check be done as described
in the manufacturer's service literature to Insure video unit is in safe operat.ng condition. ;
.
ffUCTHCHCK
DO WQPtM A
CAIFT10N' TO HEDUCf THE Hhc OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
00 HOT REMOVE COVER [OA BACK}
MO UtEntERVCEAILf fMTl IKE10E
refer urtvciNa to ouumto brvee rhoml
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have
suffident 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.
For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)

Table of Contents
.Enjoy
More!'
Important Safeguards and Precautions 2
Before Using :4
•Accessories 4•Loading the Batteries ..4
•Record/Playback Time 4•Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure ..4
Connections (Outdoor Antenna Connections, DSS/Cabte Box Connections) 5
One Time SetUp (Language, Channel, Clock) ....6, 7
TV Operation
(NITE mode, Using the 100 key, Rapid Tune, Audio Mute, Phones, SELF-DEMO mode) 8
Picture Adjustment 9
Playback aTape (Slow Motion, Still Picture, Frame by Frame, Features for Quality) ..10
Record On aTape :11
•One Touch Recording 11 *Selecting Input Mode 11
Timer Recording 12, 13
•Timer Recording Using •Review, Replace or Clear
Combination VCR Buttons 12 Program Contents '13
TV Timer Features 14, 15
•ON-TIMER with Alarm 14 •INSTANT ALARM 15
•SLEEP TIMER 14
Closed Caption System 16, 17
•Closed Caption Mode •Caption on Mute Feature 17
Feature 16
FM Radio v..18, 19
Tape Operation 20- 23
•Tape Position Display 20 •Auto Operation Functions 21
•Zero Search 20 •One Minute Skip 21
•Repeat Play 21 •VHS Index Search System ..22, 23
Special VCR Features 24 ~28
•Channel Caption 24, 25 •Weak Signal Display ON/OFF ..28
•Time Stamp 26, 27 *VCR Lock 28
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) 29
V-Chip Control Feature 30 ~33
•Enter or Change Secret Code....30 •Setup TV PARENTAL Ratings ..32
•Setup MOTION PICT. Ratings ..31 •Blocking Message 33
Other
/Information!
Reset Language, Channels, Clock 34
On-Screen Display (OSD) 35
•VCR Status &Clock Display. ...35 •Warning and Instruction
•Channel &Function Display ....35 Displays 35
Unit Information 36
•Reset all Combination VCR •Head Cleaning 36
Memory Functions 36 •Specifications 36
•DST (Daylight Saving Time). ...36
Before Requesting Service 37
Service Center List 38
Spanish (Espahol) Quick Use Guide 39- 41
Location of Controls 42, 43
Warranty ...Back Cover
3

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 Combination VCR.
Loading the Batteries
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From.
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No
Model No
Serial No
1) Open the cover.
2) Insert batteries
as marked.
3) Close the cover.
Battery replacement caution
•Do not mix old and new batteries.
•Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
Accessories
Remote Control
VSQS1602
(PV-M1349/PV-M1369)
VSQS1605
(PV-M1 359W/PV-M1 379W)
©©©,
©©©!
0©©
©©Q
"S &&
)
)
Batteries
2"AA"
Kitchen (Easy-Find") Remote
Control (VSQS1572)
with one CR2025 Battery
<For model PV-M1379W only>
•The Kitchen remote control has
been loaded with battery.
To order accessories,
call toll free 1-800-332-5368.
Record/Playback Time
Only use tapes with the IVHSI mark in this unit.
Tape Speed
Setting
Type of Video Cassette
T60 T120 T160
SP
(Standard Play) 1Hour 2Hours 2Hours
40 minutes
LP
(Long Play) 2Hours 4Hours 5Hours
20 minutes
SLP
(Super Long Play) 3Hours 6Hours 8Hours
Kitchen (Easy-Find")
Remote Control
<For model PV-M1379W only>
1)©While pressing the
stopper tab,
(§)pull the Battery Tray
out.
2) Insert the battery into the
Battery Tray with the©
mark facing down. Do not
reverse the polarity.
3) Replace the Battery Tray.
Replace battery with Panasonic PART NO.
VSBW0004 (CR2025) only. Use of another battery
may present arisk of fire or explosion. Caution-
battery may explode if mistreated. Dispose of used
battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
Break off the tab
Tab
Screw driver
To record again.
Cover the hole
with cellophane tape
For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)

connections
Outdoor Antenna Connections
Unhook the antenna from your
previous TV or VCR and
connect it to the back of the
Combination VCR as shown in
the diagram.
If your antenna system has
separate UHF and VHF lead-
ins, you need aUHF/VHF
Band Mixer (not supplied.)
UHF/VHF Band
Mixer (not supplied)
(Flat)Twin Lead
300 Ohm Cable
from
Antenna
(Flat)Twin Lead
300 Ohm Cable
300-75 ohm
Transformer
(not supplied)
Back of
Combination
VCR
DSS/Cable box Connections
Without aCable Box
You can;
•record or view unscrambled channels.
You cannot;
•record or view scrambled channels.
•view achannel other than the one
selected for any type of recording.
Combination VCR
With aCable Box
You can;
•record or view any channel including scrambled channels.
NOTE: Channel selection must be made at the cable box.
You cannot;
•view achannel other than the one selected for any
type of recording.
•do a Timer recording of achannel 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.
Combination VCR
Cable Box
With aDSS Receiver
You can;
•record or view any channel including scrambled
channels.
NOTE: Channel selection must be made at the DSS Receiver.
You cannot;
•view achannel other than the one selected for any
type of recording.
•do a Timer recording of achannel unless you select it
at the DSS box.
NOTE: The DSS receiver must be turned off to view programs from
acable box or antenna. See the DSS manual for details.
•DSS" is registered trademark of DIRECTV, INC., aunit of GM
Hughed Electronics.
©Combination VCR
1*1
DSS Receiver

One Time Setup
When the Combination VCR is turned on the
first time, setup mode is entered automatically. Process of Setup
Language Channel Ba Clock
1Press POWER on the
Combination VCR.
2SELECT LANGUAGE
PUSH CH * :English
OPRIMIR CH T:Espaftol
APP. VOL +:Fran$ais
Select the language.
for English
for Spanish
{Espaftol)
—for French
{Francais)
•If wrong language is set, do
"Reset all Combination VCR
Memory Functions" steps page 36.
•If you use acable box, the cable
box must be left on.
3CHANNEL/ 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
Start Channel Auto Set
and Clock Auto Set.
Press CHA.
CH AUTO SET PROCEED ING
t
AUTO CLOCK SET
PROCEEDING
Case 1
(Setup completed)
7/28/1999 WED 12:00PM
DST:ON
SETTING :CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED
END :PUSH CH UP KEY
1-1 POWER
©©©f
0©'CD'
©©©
<© ©S
©CD ®E)
2VOLUME
UP
2CHANNEL
.UP/DOWN
Case 2
(Setup incomplete)
Press CH Ato exit.
•If your area observes
daylight saving time, but
you would like to turn the
DST feature off, do the
Reset Clock steps on
page 34 and set DST:OFF.
•If your area observes daylight saving time
and DST is set to ON, but the time is
incorrect; do the Time Zone Adjust steps
on the next page.
AUTO CLOCK SET
IS INCOMPLETE
PUSH ACT ION TO SET CLOCK
See Case 2
next page.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET
•Auto clock set is performed the first time when Combination VCR is turned off each day. If used, acable box must be left
on and tuned to the PBS channel at the time Combination VCR power is turned off if you want auto clock set to be done.
•If using, aDSS receiver, it must be turned off for auto clock set.
•If Cable Box or DSS receiver is connected to Combination VCR 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.
For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)

Case 1ISet TIME ZONE ADJUST.
2
2
Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION.
MAIN MENU
EI3
VCR" LAfSQSGE
CLOCK EXIT
SELECT :a«KEY
SET :ACTION KEY
Display SET CLOCK
screen.
1) Press +
to select
"CLOCK."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
3SET CLOCK
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME ZONE ADJUST :0
SELECT:* KEY
SET :•« KEY
END :ACT ION KEY
Select TIME ZONE ADJUST.
1) Press AT to
select.
2) Press <> to
subtract or add
hour(s) as
necessary.
4End setup.
Press ACTION twice.
•TIME ZONE ADJUST returns to
"0" if clock is set manually.
<Jil'.W;l EJECT NITE
O©o
(^Tv) (j£3>) (jgjj)
\\^~^( CH /
1
oooo,
(T) (7) (T);i
v±y
0©©«
©©©
©©5
REWSS PI *T ffSP
SLOW PAUSE STOP SPtED
©GD ®O
OSELECT/
^SET
3A:CH UP
:CHDOWN
U:VOL UP
U«:V0LDOWN
'I ACTION
2
4
a
c
Case 2]Clock Setup is Incomplete.
——
—
'Set the clock manually.
AUTO CLOCK SET
IS INCOMPLETE
PUSH ACT ION TO SET CLOCK
Display SET CLOCK
screen.
Press ACTION to
exit this mode.
b•\-\7-- SET CLOCK
/|N DST:ON
SELECT MONTH
SELECT :A TKEY
SET >KEY
END :ACTION KEY
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.)
This Combination VCR calendar is
accurately maintained up to Dec. 31,
2089, 11:59PM.
Channel auto set selects normal TV or
Cable channels depending on your
Combination VCR hookup.
Using AY 4^ keys
©©0©
On Unit
A:CH UP
:CH DOWN
:VOLUMEUP
4:VOLUME DOWN
Whenever the menu or
program screen is
displayed, CHANNEL
UP/DOWN and VOLUME
UP/DOWN function as
AT^» only.
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.

TV Operation
1Press POWER on the
Combination VCR.
Select achannel.
or
o o ©
©CD CD
© © ®
© ©
Using CH or
NUMBERED
keys.
Adjust volume.
Press VOL+-
NITE Mode
Color and picture intensity levels are adjusted so the screen is
easier on your eyes during night time use.
Set NITE mode.
Press NITE.
•NITE mode may be selected
when watching TV, playing a
tape, or while in FM mode.
To Cancel, press NITE.
•Previous settings are restored.
•NITE mode is cancelled 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
Combination VCR for 5seconds to display demo screen.
Repeat this to exit.
|\^Check list before you begin.
PI All connections are made (see page 5.)
Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
Models PV-M1 349/PV-M1359W/PV-M1 369
unit is shown here.
12PHONES
Jack
POWER
MUTE-
f.
diM'.'m EJECT NITE
CD© Q-!
(~™)
100 -
KEY
NITE
—RAPID
TUNE
CH UP/
DOWN
0CD GS\
0©©
© © ©
©©rs
SlOW "llti STCf SPEED
©©®o
-2
NUMBERED
Keys
8For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262)

Picture Adjustment
1Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION.
2
3
4
MAIN MENU
LANGUAGE
SELECT *KEY
SET :ACTION KEY
Display SET UP TV
screen.
"1) Press ATM*
to select 'TV."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
SET UP TV -
LOCK
CAPTION
INPUT SELECT
VIDEO ADJUST
FM ANTENNA
SELECT
SET
END
KEY
KEY
ACTION KEY
Display VIDEO ADJUST
screen.
1) Press AT
select.
2) Press
display.
to
to
1
i
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE ^
SHARPNESS 1
NORMAL
SELECT :A KEY
ADJUST:* KEY
END :ACT ON KEY
Adjust desired item.
1) Press AT to
select on item.
(See below right.)
2) Press <> to
adjust.
©©®j
©©©!
©©©
©©©
SLOW PAUSE STOP SPEED
a© ® o
OSELECT/
*T SET
CH UP
CH DOWN
:VOLUP
VOL DOWN
1ACTION
2
5
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHTNESS
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
SELECT
SET
END
aKEY
KEY
ACTION KEY
To Reset Picture
Controls
Press AT and to select
and set "NORMAL."
All controls return to their
factory settings.
End setup.
Press ACTION three times
to exit.
Picture Adjustment
COLOR Control
Adjust color intensity.
TINT Control
Adjust for natural flesh tones.
BRIGHTNESS Control
Adjust picture brightness.
PICTURE Control
Adjust picture intensity by adjusting
both contrast and color level in the
proper balance.
SHARPNESS Control
Adjust picture sharpness.
9

Playback aTape
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/PV-M1369
unit is shown here. k^Check list before you begin.
DAll connections are made {see page 5.)
Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
Insert acassette.
•Combination VCR power
comes on automatically.
EJECT
REW
SLOW
PAUSE
o©©
000
©©©
©©5
stop £$eed
-TRACKING/
V-LOCK
FF
STOP
You can operate on the
Combination VCR
(Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/PV-M1369 unit
is shown here.)
1Insert acassette. 2Press PLAY.
Press to stop and/or eject tape.
To prevent tape jam
inspect your cassette tapes and
remove any loose or peeling labels.
2PLAY Press PLAY.
•Playback begins if cassette
has.no record tab.
To Find aParticular Scene
Forward Search -» Press FF
Reverse Search -» Press REW
For view Slow Motion ->
Press SLOW (To release, press SLOW)
For view Still (Freeze) picture -»
Press PAUSE (To release, press PAUSE)
For view Frame by Frame picture -»
Press SLOW in the Still mode
(To release, press PAUSE)
After Combination VCR is in Still or Slow mode for 3minutes, it
will switch to Stop mode automatically to protect the tape and
the video head.
To stop -» Press STOP
To rewind tape -> Press REW in stop mode
To eject tape -» Press EJECT on the remote or
STOP/EJECT on the Combination VCR
Features for Quality Picture
Digital Auto Tracking
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 the 3or 6NUMBERED key on the remote control or
CH AT on the Combination VCR until the picture clears up.
To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off, then on again a
few seconds later.
V-Lock Control
<For Models PV-M1369/PV-M1379W onlv>
In Still mode, the 3or 6NUMBERED key on the remote control
or CH AT on the Combination VCR operate as aV-Lock
control to reduce jitter.
10 For assistance, call 1-800-211 -PANA(7262)

Record On aTape
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/PV-M1 369
unit is shown here.
SELECT/SET
A;CH UP
:CH DOWN
:VOL UP
<:VOL DOWN
3SPEED
Selecting Input Mode
Method 1:Press CH AT .The display will
change as follows.
C-*-
J\*-*2-*-*-3* ~
(CABLE) (TV) J
LINE* <*125 or 69*—^
K^Check list before you begin.
dl All connections are made (see page 5.)
QYour Combination VCR is plugged in.
QCassette with record tab in place.
Insert acassette.
•Combination VCR power
comes on automatically.
Select Channel.
Press CH AT ,or
NUMBERED keys.
•To select "LINE," see bottom
of this page.
Select Recording
speed (see page 4.)
Press SPEED.
SP =Standard Play
LP =Long Play
SLP =Super Long Play
•Selected speed is displayed.
Start Recording.
Press REC.
•To edit out unwanted
portions, press PAUSE to
pause and resume recording.
•You can not view another
channel during recording.
To stop Press STOP
One Touch Recording (OTR)
Press REC ^-Normal Rec
repeatedly to f
set the recording ^-4:00
length (30 min -4hours.)
•Combination VCR stops recording at apreset time.
•PROG TIMER indicator lights on the Combination VCR
•0:30—*1:00
-3:00-*—2:00-*— 1:30J
After Combination VCR 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.
Method 2: aPress ACTION for MAIN MENU,
bPress to select "TV",
then press ACTION for SET UP
TV screen,
cPress AW to select "INPUT
SELECT," and then press to
select "TUNER" or "LINE."
dPress ACTION twice to exit this
mode.
You can operate on the Combination VCR
(Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/PV-M1369 unit is shown here.)
Press to stop. A
n—lO©Q,Q fJ
\°=7® /
1Insert acassette. 2REC Indicator

Timer Recording
You can set up to 8programs to be recorded while you are away.
Display SET PROGRAM.
Press PROG.
•If aprogram is already in memory,
press *,and to select an
unused program number.
K^Check list before you begin.
OAll connections are made (see page 5,)
QYour Combination VCR is plugged in.
QThe clock is set to correct time.
The tape is long enough.
QThe record tab is in place.
2START STOP CH
CATEGORY:NM
SELECT START DATE
SLP
SELECT
SET
END
* KEY
+KEY
PROG/ACT ION KEY
Set the recording DATE.
1) Press AT to
select.
2) Press or 4
to set.
•1-31 =One time
•DAILY =MON-FRI
•WEEKLY SUN-SAT
=Same time once a
week
^8-9 31-1-2
Today's 7SELECTA/V Selection Order (DAILY
Date (^WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY _J
(SAT) (MON) (SUN)
Repeat step 2to set:
•start time, stop time
•Channel (or LINE (or outside source)
•Category [N/A (not applicable), SPORTS,
MOVIE, COMEDY, MUSIC, DRAMA]
•Speed (SP, LP, SLP)
3DATE START STOP CH
7FRi 9:00P 12:00A 08
ABC
SP
TODAY
CATEGORY: MOV IE
SET COMPLETED
WISH TO MAKE NOTES:* KEY
SET \A KEY
END :PROG/ACTION KEY
Make the notes.
•If not wanted, go to step 4.
1)Press Ato
begin.
2) Press AT to
select.
3) Press or <
to set.
4) Press PROG
(or ACTION) to
end.
Characters will change in the following order.
A-B-C Z- BLANK &*—
i
*9 2-1-0-/-!" 1
Continued on the next page.
If "PLEASE PREPARE FOR TIMER REC" appears and/or the
PROGRAM TIMER indicator flashes, check that acassette with
record tab is loaded and the Combination VCR is in Stop mode,
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 (page 11), the Timer Recording
will not be performed.
If there is apower interruption of more than one minute, the
recording may not be performed or continue.
If "INCOMPLETE" appears after all items have been set, check all
entries and make necessary corrections.
2SELECT/
SET
A;CH UP
:CH DOWN
:VOL UP
4:VOL DOWN
©©©i
©©©^
©©©
©©5
REMST PLAY FH&
0CD ©
BlOlV PAUB6 STCf SPEED
Q©® O
1PROG
3
4
5
Timer Recording Using
"Combination VCR Buttons -
You can set the Timer Recording using
ACTION key on the Combination VCR.
(See page 7.)
STOP/EJECT HEW-
0000 0B
1) Press STOP/EJECT and REW
together without atape to display
MAIN MENU.
SPress to select "VCR"
and STOP/EJECT and REW
together to display SET UP VCR
screen.
SPress to select 'TIMER
PROGRAM" and to display the
TIMER PROGRAM screen.
4Repeat steps 2-5.
12 For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)

4PDT START STOP CH SPD
1day 9:00p 12:00a 08 SP
2——
:
CANCEL :ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:* KEY
ENTER >KEY
END :PROG/ACTION KEY
End the program.
Press PROG
(or ACTION.)
To Enter More Programs
Press ^and to select and
set ablank program number, and
then repeat steps 2and 3.
Cancel aTimer
Recording:
(Recording is in progress)
Hold down STOP for afew
seconds to cancel the Timer
Recording.
•Any future daily or weekly
recordings will be performed as
programmed.
Exit this mode.
Press PROG (or ACTION.)
•If you're using acable box, make
sure that it is tuned to the desired
channel and the power is left on for
timer recording.
•PROG TIMER indicator lights on the
Combination VCR.
Review, Replace or Clear Program
Contents: (Recording is not in progress)
Display PROGRAM LIST.
Press PROG.
bPOT START STOP CH SPO
«,k«ill.!.l.lU.I.E«.l=».HJ
2 8 10
310 8
4SU 9
:00a12:00p125 SP
:00p 9;00p 10 SP
:00p10:00p LLP
CANCEL :ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:AKEY
ENTER :KEY
END :PR0G/ACTI0N KEY
Select the desired program.
Press ^
select.
to
To Replace program...
BJWSl/ START STOP CH
8SAT 9:00P12:(
T<t>B*Y\
CATEGORY: MOV IE
NOTES :STAND BY ME
SELECT START DATE
ABC
SP
SELECT
SET
END
*KEY
•« KEY
PROG/ACT ION KEY
To Clear program..
2 8 10:00p12:00a125 SP
310 8:00p 9:00p .10 SP
4SU 9:00p10:00p LLP
SELECT 1-8:a KEY
ENTER :KEY
END :PROG/ACTION KEY
1)Press to
display.
2) Press to
set new program
contents.
3) Press PROG
(or ACTION.)
Press ADD/DLT.
Exit this mode.
Press PROG {or ACTION.)
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/
PV-M1369 unit is shown here.
PROG TIMER indicator
f—
^:MV^J:fc EJECT KTE
CD ©o
OOSi
©©©!
©.© ©
©®©-
newrafl Play fFflb)
©C*J ©
PHUSE STOP SPEED
0©GD-© stop
KSELECT/
/USET
AA;CHUP
U:CH
DOWN
:VOL UP
<:VOL
DOWN
aPROG
c
d
CADD/DLT
13

TV Timer Features
ON-TIMER with Alarm
Combination VCR can be set to automatically power on in one
of 3modes (TV, Playback, or FM radio.) You can also combine the
On-Timer with aone minute alarm that gradually increases in volume.
1\t\merJ
Display ON TIMER
screen.
Press ON-TIMER.
2-•tf/ON (T/IMER
6:—AM CH--
SELECT HOUR
SELECT :*KEY
SET >KEY
END :ON-TIMER KEY
•ON-TIMER mode selection order
CH02—CH03 CH1 25
r
CH01
UFM9—FM8' FM1-
Set the ON-TIMER DATE.
1) Press AT to
select.
2) Press to set.
•Make sure atape is
inserted if Playback
mode is selected.
•See "FM Radio Setup"
on page 18 and 19 for
instructions on how to
preset FM stations.
1
PLAY
3ON TIMER --
ALARM: ON ABC
SELECT ALARM
CANCEL: ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT :A T KEY
SET :< KEY
END :ON-TIMER KEY
Set Alarm.
Press AT to
select "ON" or
"OFF."
When "ON" is selected,
an alarm will gradually increase in volume for one minute or
until cancelled by pressing any button (including VOL <> .)
To Make Corrections,
use AT and -4^ to move back and correct as necessary.
4^jimerJ
Set ON TIMER.
Press ON-TIMER.
ON TIMER indicator lights on the
Combination VCR.
To cancel ON-TIMER set,
press ON-TIMER to redisplay the screen in step 3. Then, press
ADD/DLT to clear the time ("6" is flashing.) Now, press ON-TIMER
to end. "ON TIMER END" appears on-screen for afew seconds.
If no button on the remote or Combination VCR (including abutton
used to turn off the alarm) is pressed within 60 minutes after
Combination VCR turns itself on, it will turn itself back off.
SLEEP TIMER
Combination VCR can be set for auto power off.
Set SLEEP TIMER.
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
SLEEP TIMER 30
SLEEP TIMER 60
SLEEP TIMER 90
SLEEP TIMER 00
14
|\^Check list before you begin.
GThe clock is set to correct time.
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/
PV-M1369 unit is shown here.
ON TIMER Indicator
SLEEP
—1ON-TIMER
o
©
©©&t ©©
©GH
JJJ1L FF«*
CD &
Muse step epfeo
©®a
JgET_
OSELECT/
TSET
:CH UP
:CH DOWN
:VOL UP
4:VOL DOWN
DISPLAY
—ADD/DLT
•Pressing DISPLAY with sleep timer
set displays remaining time.
To Cancel, press SLEEP repeatedly
until "SLEEP TIMER 00" appears.
For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)

INSTANT ALARM
This feature allows you to set atimer alarm for up to 60 minutes.
Useful for when you are cooking and need to leave the kitchen.
3
TIMER/FM
o
TIMER/FM button
is shown.
Display INSTANT ALARM
screen.
Press TIMER/FM or
KITCHEN TIMER/FM (PV-
M1379W) on the Combination
VCR to display.
5:20PM
CANCEL: ADD/OLT KEY 02:00
SET:UNIT atKEY
Set Alarm.
j1:00 (one minute}
i2:00
:1one-minute
j3:00 increase
I9:00
1
until 10:00
10:00
:i
I15:00
ifive-minute
;20:00
-1increase
25:00 until 30:00
:i
'- 30.00 -Mr
i1
i40:00 ten-minute
!1
i50:00
i1
increase
until 60:00
60:00 (Max)-
5:20PM
cancel: ado/dlt key 02:00 Remaining Time
SET: UN IT AKEY
Press CH AW on
the Combination
VCR to select
time (see below.)
•Countdown starts 3seconds after
alarm is set.
To cancel, press ADD/DLT.
To increase timer in progress,
Press CH AT to restart
countdown rounded up to next 1
,
5, or 10 minute interval.
<Example>
•If current time remaining is 12:15,
countdown will restart from 15:00.
•If current time remaining is 9:15,
countdown will restart from 10:00.
The current time (if clock is set)
and time remaining display
change positions on the screen
every 10 seconds.
Alarm will go off at 0:00.
Press any button to stop.
•The volume of the alarm gradually increases for one minute
and then continues to beep until any button is pressed.
When watching TV while INSTANT ALARM is in progress, only use
CH AT on remote to change channels.
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/
PV-M1369 unit is shown here.
\()—leo© al-M-ll-ll-IBi
2CHAT -| TIMER/FM
(or KITCHEN
TIMER/FM for
PV-M1379W)
0CD ©
©©®*
0©©
©©O-
F£M.t£ft "' FLA* 5E£S
StCW MUSE STOP £PE|p
CD ©®O
ADD/DLT
15

Closed Caption System
Closed Caption Mode Feature
1Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION.
Closed Caption is ...
This multi-use system not only allows
the hearing impaired to enjoy selected
programs, but also makes useful
information from TV stations available
to everyone.
3
4
MAIN MENU
SELECT :A«KEY
SET :ACTION KEY
Display SET UP TV
screen.
1) Press
to select "TV."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
SET UP TV
LOCK
INPUT SELECT
VIDEO ADJUST
FM ANTENNA
:TUNER
SELECT
SET
END
*KEY
KEY
ACTION KEY
:INT
Display CAPTION screen.
1) Press AT to
select.
2) Press to
display.
-CAPTION
CAPTION MODE :OFF
CC ON MUTE :CAP C1
SELECT
SET
END
ArKEY
KEY
ACTION KEY
^OFF-
TEXT C2
•CAP CI
Select CAPTION MODE.
1) Press AT to
select.
2) Press
repeatedly to
select caption
mode.
CAP C2
TEXT CI
/
5Return to the normal
screen.
Press ACTION three times.
Recording and Playing Back aClosed Caption/
Text Program
Record:
Record normally. Closed Caption/Text signal, if present, is
recorded automatically.
Playback:
Start playback. Do above steps to select desired caption mode.
16
2SELECT/
.SET
3A:CH UP
.Y;CH DOWN
A:VOL UP
^<VOLDOWN
©©©j
©Q) ©^
©©©
©©5
1EW,"» PU[t ELS
©CED ©
SLOW PAUSE STOP SPEED
s©©o
—\ACTION
2
5
RCSCT
Closed Caption Modes From
which to Choose
Caption Mode: CAP C1 or C2
Anarration of selected TV programs is
displayed.
Check TV program listings for C.C.
{Closed Caption) broadcasts.
Caption Mode: TEXT C1 or C2
The lower half of the screen will be
blocked out. When the TV station
broadcasts information, such as
program listings, it will appear in this
space.
Caption Mode: OFF
Closed Caption/Text narration will not
be displayed.
NOTE:
The closed caption or text signal may be
broadcast over C1, C2, or both. Also, text
contents can vary so you may wish to try
different settings.
For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)

Caption On Mute Feature
Closed Caption narration, if available, is displayed when MUTE
button is pressed for silence.
1Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION.
2
SELECT :A -« KEY
SET :ACTION KEY
Display SET UP TV
screen.
1) Press AW 4^
to select "TV."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
3SET UP TV
LOCK
INPUT SELECT
VIDEO ADJUST
mANTENNA
:TUNER
SELECT
SET
END
ATKEY
KEY
ACTION KEY
Display CAPTION screen.
1) Press to
select.
2) Press to
display.
4
5
CAPTION
CC ON MUTE :CAP C1
CAPTION MODE :CAP C1
SELECT
SET
END
aKEY
>KEY
ACTION KEY
Set CAPTION MODE OFF.
1)Press to
select.
2) Press
repeatedly to
select "OFF."
CAPTION
CAPTION MODE :OFF
CC ON MUTE
SELECT: aTKEY
SET >KEY
END (ACT! ON KEY
CNO— CAPCW
-CAP C2-* '
Select CC ON MUTE.
1) Press AT to
select.
2) Press
repeatedly to
select desired
caption mode.
•Each press of will change the
display as shown at left.
•The caption may be broadcast
over CAP C1 orC2.
dJ*17jlJ:fc EJECT
GD©xo
0CD ©j
©©©!
©© ©
©©5
QCD ©
SLOW PAUSE STOP SPEED
©©® o
7MUTE
2SELECT/
.SET
A:CH UP
:CH DOWN
A:VOL UP
I*:VOLDOWN
'I ACTION
2
6
6Return to the normal
screen.
Press ACTION three times.
7Mute sound, display
closed captioning.
Press MUTE to mute the
sound.
•To cancel, press MUTE again.
17

FM Radio
FM Radio is...
The Combination VCR has an FM radio with built-in antenna, 9
station preset, and aband range of 87.5-108,1 MHz. You can
even set the On-Timer (page 14) to wake up to your favorite
music station.
FM ANTENNA Setup
1
2
3
Display MAIN MENU.
Press ACTION.
MAIN MENU
SELECT :A 4 >KEY
SET :ACTION KEY
Display SET UP TV
screen.
1) Press 1T<4>
to select "TV."
2) Press ACTION
to display.
SET UP TV
LOCK
CAPTION
VIDEO ADJUST
FM ANTENNA
SET
END
*Ktr
*KEY
ACTION KEY
Select FM ANTENNA.
1) Press AV to
select.
2) Press for
"INT (INTERNAL)"
or
"EXT (EXTERNAL).
If you do not have acable box "INT"
If you have acable box -» "EXT"
If, due to the cable box used, you do not receive the desired radio
station during FM radio Setup (page 19), please select FM
ANTENNA: "INT."
End setup.
Press ACTION twice to exit.
FM Radio Setup
£fm/tvj)
Display FM radio mode.
Press FIWTV on the remote
or TIMER/FM (KITCHEN
TIMER/FM for PV-M1379W)
twice on the Combination VCR.
Process of FM Radio
lOKSBfiiolUsing
Antenna SHSetup
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/
PV-M1369 unit is shown here.
L
3TIMER/FM (or KITCHEN
TIMER/FM for PV-M1379W)
00©i
0©©^
0©©
©©3
©uD ©
itg* pause Star Apeeg
©©©a
QFM/TV
2SELECT/
SET
CH UP
CH DOWN
VOL UP
VOL DOWN
1ACTION
2
4
Continued on the next page.
•If INDEX is pressed while in the FM radio mode, you will not be able to select other stations with the NUMBERED keys.
•FM radio stations cannot be recorded on aVideo cassette.
•You may get better reception by repositioning the Combination VCR.
•You cannot select FM Radio mode during playback or record, or while ablue back screen (ACTION, PROG, and ON-
TIMER) is displayed.
18 For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)

b12:00PM
FM 187. 5MHz
Select the FM number.
Prsss 3
NUMBERED key
(1-9.)
Process of FM Radio
12:00PM
FM 187. 7MH2
MEMORY: PUSH ADD/DLT KEY
12:00PM
FM 187. 7MHz
MEMORIZED
Set the radio station.
1) Press AT to
select the
desired radio
station. (Each
press changes
frequency 200
KHz.)
2) Press ADD/DLT
to set.
Quick Station Scan
Hold down Aor more than
1second, then release to scan
for FM stations in your area.
•To cancel, press Aor while in
search mode.
To Make Corrections,
select station with aNUMBERED key, then do step c
again.
To exit FM mode, press FM/TV on the remote or
TIMER/FM (KITCHEN TIMER/FM for PV-M1379W) twice
on the Combination VCR.
Using FM Radio
ADisplay FM radio mode.
Press FM/TV on.the remote or
TIMER/FM (KITCHEN
TIMER/FM for PV-M1379W)
twice on the Combination VCR.
B12:00PM
FM 187. 5MHz
Select the FM number.
Press a
NUMBERED key
(1-9) to select a
preset station {see
steps band c.)
To cancel, press FM/TV on the remote or TIMER/FM
(KITCHEN TIMER/FM for PV-M1379W) twice on the
Combination VCR.
Once stations are set, the selected station and current time are
displayed when FM radio mode is entered.
The station disappears in 10 seconds.
To remove time, press DISPLAY.
If DISPLAY is pressed while station is still on the screen, or when there
is no display, the Combination VCR status screen appears.
Antenna lz> Setup OUsing
Models PV-M1349/PV-M1359W/
PV-M1369 unit is shown here.
L
TIMER/FM (or KITCHEN
TIMER/FM for PV-M1379W)
0©0
©©©
QQQ
©®@- CADD/DLT
S.QW PMJSE STOP S*tED
0© ® O
AFM/TV
CSELECT/
SET
A:CH UP
:CH DOWN
-DISPLAY
_kj NUMBERED
Keys
B
19

Tape Operation
Tape Position Display
To find out the present tape position.
Tape position cannot be found for C-Cassette type and
tape of less than 60 minutes.
1TAPE
POSITION Detect Tape Position.
Press TAPE POSITION.
DETECTING TAPE POSITION
-"DETECTING TAPE POSITION"
is only displayed when cassette is
first inserted.
•It takes several seconds for
correct tape position to appear.
Indication is standard.
2TAPE
POSITION Return to normal
screen.
Press TAPE POSITION.
Zero Search
To quickly return to aspecific tape counter location.
DISPLAY Display the Counter.
Press DISPLAY during
playback.
bPLAY 12:00AM ABC
0:00:30
SP
Reset to "0:00:00."
rni imtfr IPress COUNTER
COUNTER i-ii-y^i—,- .
ORESET at the
desired position.
RESET
Your Combination VCR is equipped
with several time saving features as
well as convenient automatic functions
which make tape operation easier than
ever.
©©4Di
©©&
©©©
©©5
BBS
TAPE
POSITION
8DISPLAY
(j ZERO/1 MIN
bCOUNTER
RESET
Continue playback, rewind, or fast forward.
d
20
STOP 12:00AM ABC
-0:26:00
SP
Return to "0:00:00."
Press ZERO/1 MIN
in Stop mode.
•The Combination VCR
will go into FF or REW
mode and stop at the
last point the Counter
was set to 0:00:00.
For assistance, call 1-800-21 1-PANA(7262)