Panasonic OmniVision PV-QV201 User manual

Panasonic
Video Cassette Recorder
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Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN
FETY AND OPERATING IN-
1
POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on
the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have
our Electric Utility Service Company or Video
road Dealer verify the power source in your
ome.
POLARIZEDORGROUNDIMG PLUG
As a safety feature, this Video product comes
with either a polarized power cord plug (one
blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire
grounding type plug.
T
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you
cannot
ully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it
still will not fit, have an electrician install the
roper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety
eature by tampering with the plug.
N:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole groundin
outlet.
necessary, have an electrician install the
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by
tampering with the plug.
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2
POWERCORD
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 a polarized 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 a qualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire
hazards and should be avoided.
DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
penerated during operation. If they are blocked,
eat build-up inside the unit can cause failures
that may result in a fire 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 a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case
or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided,
AVOIDEXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONSOR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
heater or regulator, in direct suntight, inside a
closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit
suddenly between areas of extreme temperature
variation, If the unit is suddenly moved trom a
cold place to a warm place, moisture may
condense in the unit and on the tape.
TO 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 a child 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
eade and cart combination to overtum.
* Caretully follow all operating instructions and
use the manufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment.
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OUTDOOR ANTENNAINSTALLATION
1 SAFEANTENNA ANDCABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or system is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as
s pi some protection against built up static charges
voltage surges.
810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSUNFPA 70 (in Canada,
part 1 of the Canadian Electrical
Code) provides information
with respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporti
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire oe,
fo an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
2 KEEPANTENNACLEAROFHIGHVOLTAGEPOWER LINESORCIRCUITS
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 tel eet lines, circuits or other power
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved,
antenna installation should be left to a professional.
USING THE VIDEO UNIT
the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATEROR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IFEQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by
a qualifíed service technician before use.
3 DURING ANELECTRICAL STORM :
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
before eave’ the unit unused for extended periods of time,
disconnect all equipment from the power source as weli as
the antenna and cable system.
4 WHENTHE UNITIS PLUGGED IN
* Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unptug
the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician.
Fire and shock hazards can.result trom electrica! shorts
caused by liquid contact inside.
* Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit.
Some intemal 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.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING THEUNIT
Unplug the unit. Then, 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 the unit
and cause electrical shock. Any substance as wax, à
tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to geasy, humid,
or dusty areas may adversely affect intemal parts.
1 DONOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instruc-
tions, this Video.product does not operate properly, do not
attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adjust-
ments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit and
contact a qualified service technician.
2 IFREPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by
the manufacturer, or those having the same safety charactens-
tics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes
may result in tire, electric shock, or other hazards.
3 HAVETHESERVICETECHNICIAN PERFORMA SAFETY CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a through safety check as described
in the manufacture's service literature to insure that the
video unit is in safe operating condition.
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Safety Precautions
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment
to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide
slot, fully insert.
Avertissement: Afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs
électriques, ne pas exposer cet appareil a la pluie ou a une
humidité excessive. ;
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus
large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et
pousser jusqu'au fond.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore,
itis 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.
Note to CABLE system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system installer's attention to
Article 820-40 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.
FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment would void the user's authority to operate.

Before Using
Congratulations Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
on your purchase of one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, it will bring you years of Break off the tab to
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below. prevent recording.
The serial number is on the tag located on the
back of your VCR.
* Date of Purchase
* Dealer Purchased From
* Dealer Address
* Dealer Phone No.
* Model No.
* Serial No. _ 0 — Record Tab
Accessories ASS
Screw driver
C] Remote Control O Batteries 2 "AA"
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To record again
O RF Coaxial
Cable
VJASO196 Cover the hole
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Record/Playback Time
Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.
To order accessories, cali toll free
1-800-332-5368.
Loading the Batteries
Tape Speed
1) Press latch in Setting
í and open cover. Sp
5 2) Insert batteries
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3) Close cover.
Type of Video Cassette
O Battery replacement caution
* Do not mix old and new batteries.
* Do not mix alkaline with manganese
batteries.
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Table of Contents
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Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure ..............................suuseesee. 4 = Y
Record/Playback Time ......................... sese ^ EN
Location of Controls ...................eeeeeen een 67 PEA
Connections and Initial Setup ..................... 89 E
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR's Output Channel .... 10,11 9
Playback à Tapé «ostrea bete e ees 12 E
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Location of Controls
Remote control Buttons
VCR mode TV mode
MN DISPLAY
TORIAN NUMBER KEYS
INPUT ADD/DELETE
SPEED aye
EJECT SELECT UP
CM/ZERO
SEARCH/ ENTER
REWIND/SEARCH FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
SET
SET
ACTION PROGRAM
RECORD bad
. SELECT DOWN
TAPEPOSITION PAUSE/SLOW
RESET COUNTER
VOLUME UP/DOWN
CHANNEL UP/ DOWN
TRACKING
EJECT button: Press to eject tape from VCR. If EJECT is pressed during record,
VCR will not respond.
Front View of the VCR
Cassette Compartment VCR/TV selector PLAY
FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH
CHANNEL UP/ DOWN Remote REWIND/
TRACKING
Sensor
RECORD
SEARCH
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Multi Function Display
VCR Indicator Timer Indicator
Lights when the Lights when the VCR is set for a Timer
VCR/TV selector Recording, or when One Touch Recording
is set to VCR. (OTR) is used. Flashes when a Timer
Recording is set, but a tape has not been
inserted into the VCR and when a power
interruption occurs during Timer Programming.
Power Indicator
Lights when power
is on.
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Shows what the VCR & REC @F'ashing PAUSE
is doing.
p Playback > Flashing SLOW/STILL
»» FF > PP Flashing cue
Ad REW Flashing«d p> REV
Rear View of the VCR
AC Power Plug
While plugged into an AC
outlet, the VCR consumes Audio Input Connector
2.5 W of electrical power in
off condition.
VHF/UHF Antenna
Input Terminal
Video Input Connector
Video Output
Connector
Audio
Output
Connector

Connections and Initial Setup
Initial Setup for ANT./Cable - VCR - TV
@ Connect the Cable from N VCR IN FROM ANT.
Antenna/Cable to the IN
FROM ANT. terminal on VCR. CD in trom
@) Connect the OUT TO TV
terminal on the rear of VCR
to the ANT. IN terminal on
TV using the RF Cable
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VHF/UHF
(included accessory).
Initial Setup for DSS/Cable Box-VCR-TV
@ Connect the OUT Jack on
your cable box to the IN
FROM ANT. terminal on the ^ eS EOM ATE ae
VCR with an RF cable. tr
(2) Connect the OUT TO TV ; :
terminal on the rear of VCR
to the ANT. IN terminal on
TV using the RF Cable eme (D
(included accessory).
How to do lnitial Setup
1 Press VCR* for VCR mode. Turn
the TV on and set it to channel 3.
3 Press CHA to select English.
or
Press CHY to select Spanish.
Turn VCR on.
When VCR is turned on the first
time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen
appears.
SELECT LANGUAGE
If screen does not appear, check
connection between VCR and TV
and, if TV is tuned to channel 3, try
Switching it to channel 4.
When you want to change the output
channel of VCR, please refer to VCR's
Output Channel on page 1f.
If wrong language is set, do "Reset All
VCR Memory Functions" steps on
page 9.
or
Press VCR/TV key to select French.
When one of above keys is pressed,
CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET screen
appears.
[M VCR ['CLOCK [CHANNEL
CHANNEL! CLOCK AUTO SET
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN...
If you use a cable box, turn it on and set it to
the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS)
channel in your time zone. If you use DSS
receiver, it must be turned off.
WARNING
When using "Nut type" RF coaxial cables,
tighten with fingers only. Overtightening
may damage terminals.
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“Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Press CHA Key to start Channel/Clock
Auto Set operation. Settings are POWER
performed automatically. If the setup is VCR sh
completed, the following screen is Os
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screen appears, set the clock using
MANUAL CLOCK SET procedure shown ACTION
below.
CHA/Y
AUTO CLOCK SET |S
INCOMPLETE
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY
Manual Clock Set
If Auto Clock Set was incomplete, manually
set the clock as follows.
1 Press ACTION Key on the Remote to Reset All VCR Memory Functions
display CLOCK Menu screen. Use when moving VCR to new
location, or if a mistake was made in
the Initial Setup section.
* Make sure a tape is not inserted in
the VCR.
set. In the same manner, select and set
the date, year, time, and DST (daylight
saving time). 1 Turn VCR
Power on.
; ) Press A Y to select the month and b to
2 Press and hold both
PLAY and CHANNEL
A on the VCR for
more than 5 seconds.
* The power shuts off.
3 Press ACTION Key twice to start CLOCK
and exit. 3 Do “Initial Setup” on page 8.

Reset Language, Channels, Clock,
2
REPEAT PLAY 3
REMOTE WARNING ON
AUTO SHUT-OFF ;ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
OUTPUT CH 3
VCR'S
SELECT :A Y « >
EXIT ¿ACTION
ll Language
1) Press AV to select
language item.
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VCR'S OUTPUTCH :3
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REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
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IDIOMA: LANGUE ` ENGLISH
VCR'S OUTPUT CH :3
SELECT;¡a Y
EXIT ¡ACTION
SET ¡»>
For English
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ANGUEA ANGUAGE ESPANOL
ANAL DE SALIDA :3
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For Spanish
MAGNETO} “HOAC] ^ CANAL T
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MESSAGE D' ERREUR : QUA
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For French
3) Press ACTION to exit.
For assistance, please call :
Press ACTION*
to display menu.
ll Channels
1) Press <P to select
CHANNEL.
( VCA. [CLOCK [>CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY : OF
SELECT :4 * 4 >
EXIT ¡ACTION
2) Press AV to select
“ANTENNA,” then
press > to set your
antenna system
(TV or CABLE).
C VCA [ CLOCK[ CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY : OF
SELECT:4 Y SET:»
EXIT — : ACT!ON
3) Press AY to select
"AUTO SET,” then
press b.
* If you use a cable box,
set it to the PBS channel
in your time zone.
[ vcR [ CLOCK [CHANNEL ]
CHANNEL FCLOCK AUTO SET
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN...
PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY
(This screen appears only
when auto clock is set.)
4) Press CH A.
* After Channel Auto Set is
finished, Clock Auto Set
will be performed.
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BB Clock
1) Press 4 » to select
CLOCK.
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT :4 Y «4 >
EXIT ¡ACTION
2) Press AV to select
MANUAL and press b.
(For Auto Clock Set,
select “AUTO CLOCK
SET,” then press CH A.)
f VCR TOCK | CHANNEL]
TA] LOCK SET
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT:A ¥
EXIT__:ACTION
SET :»
(TIME ZONE ADJUST”
appears only when auto
clock is set.)
("VCR [CLOSK] CHANNEL |
| A;
SELECT HOUR
SELECT:4 Y
EXIT ¿ACTION
SET: « >
3) Press AV and 4P to
select and set the date,
time, and DST (Daylight
Saving Time).
4) Press ACTION twice to
rt the clock and exit
this mode.
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"Important: If a remote contro! button does not
work when pressed, press the VCR
button on the remote and try the
button again.
ll Time Zone Adjust Bl VCR’s Output
(Only when Auto Clock is set.) Channel
1) Press d > to select 1) Press AY to select
CLOCK. VCR'S OUTPUT CH.
K | DANA
REPEAT PLAY ‘OFF
REMOTE WAANING ‘ON
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0 AUTO SHUT-OFF _ ¿ON
SELECT :a ¥ 4>
EXIT__ ¡ACTION
2) Press AV to select 2) Press b.
TIME ZONE ADJUST
CLOCK| CHANNEL]
IF YOU PRESS ACTION
KEY, VCR'S OUTPUT CH
SWITCHES TO CH 4.
SELECT:A * SET;4»
EXIT ACTION
and press «€ or ® to 3) Press ACTION.
subtract or add hour(s)
as necessary. CLOCK | CHANNEL |
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
3) Press ACTION. CH4
4) Press POWER off to
pertorm AUTO
CLOCK SET.
* TIME ZONE ADJUST
returns to “0” if clock is ATA TW
set manually. REPEAT PLAY € |
REMOTE WARNING . :ON
AUTO SHUT- OFF :ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
After 3 seconds
SELECT :a Y SET:»
EXIT. ; ACTION
To Make Corrections,
repeat step 1) - 3).
POWER
VCR
NUMBER
keys
SELECT/
ADD/
DELETE
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Add or Delete a Channel
To add channel:
Select channel with number
keys and press ADD/DLT.
| CHANNEL 08 ADDED |
To delete channel:
Select channel with CH A / V or
number keys and press ADD/DLT.
| CHANNEL 08 DELETED |
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
VCR auto adjusts clock for DST.
(Page 9.)
Spring (First Sunday in April)
DST:ON--> Sets clock ahead one hour.
Autumn (Last Sunday in October)
DST:ON --> Turns clock back one
hour.
* If your area does not observe
Daylight Saving Time, select
DST:OFF.
* Keep these time changes in mind
when programming the VCR for
timer recordings.
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Playback a Tape
Record On a Tape
[A ready Check List
O All connections are made (pg. 8,15).
(J TV and VCR are plugged in.
( TV is on and tuned to CH3, 4, or VIDEO.
C Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
1 Insert a tape,
a VCR power comes on.
"VCR" lights on Multi Function Display.
Press PLAY*
to play tape.
* If tape has no rec, tab (pg. 4), auto play begins.
Special Features During Play
Forward/ Reverse scene search
--» Press FF or REW.
--> Press again or PLAY to release.
Still (Freeze) picture
--> Press PAUSE/SLOW.
--> Press PLAY to release.
Frame by Frame picture
--> Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
--> Press PLAY to release.
Slow Motion picture
--> Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
--> Press PLAY to release.
* These features work best in SLP mode.
* The sound will be muted,
* Toreduce pícture noise, see "Manual
Tracking Contro!" on page 21.
After the VCR is in Still or Slow mode
for 3 minutes, it will switch to Stop
mode automatically to protect the tape
and the video head.
3 Press STOP
to stop tape.
M Press REW or FF in Stop mode
to Rewind/ Fast Forward tape.
M Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.
f Note | Remove loose or peeling
labels from tapes
to prevent tape jam.
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This video recorder, equipped with HQ (High
Quality) system, is compatible with existing VHS
equipment. Only use tapes with the mark.
Only tapes tested and inspected for use in 2, 4,
6, and 8 hour machines are recommended.
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Insert tape with rec. tab (pg. 4).
* VCR power comes on.
“VCR” lights on Multi Function Display.
Press CH AY, or number keys
to select channel.
* For "LINE" input, see pg. 20.
* For channels over 100, press 100 key then
press the remaining 2 digits.
Press SPEED
to select record speed (pg. 4).
SP - Standard Play LP = Long Play
SLP = Super Long Play
* Speed appears on-screen.
Press REC
to start record.
* To edit out unwanted scenes, press PAUSE/
SLOW to pause, and again to resume recording.
Press STOP
to stop record.
One Touch Recording (record in progress),
* VCR shuts off after preset record length.
--» each press of REC adds 30 min. to
record length up to 4 hours.
Record one station, watch another,
--> press VCR/TV ("VCR" goes out on Multi
Function Display),
--» select channels at TV (recording
continues).
* Watching one channel and
recording another is NOT
possible when using a Cable
Box or a Satellite Receiver.
Select channels at VCR,
* Other channels cannot be viewed during
recording.
--> press VOR/TV (VCP” lights on Multi
Function Display),
-> select channels at VCR.
ED * After 5 min. in Pause mode, VCR stops to
protect tape and video head.
SELECT/
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Timer Recording o bi
Y Review, Replace or Clear Program
Ready Check List Contents: (Recording is not in progress)
O All connections made (pg. 8, 15).
Ol TVandVCR pluggedin and tumedon.
O VCR/TV selector set to “VCR.” 1l
O Clock set correctly.
O Tape has rec. tab (pg. 4).
O Remote in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
Press PROG
to display PROGRAM.
TIMER PROG. [PLIST
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ii sell Program screen. number.
SELECT:a Y 4 >
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press Av to select: 1) Press»
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input
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and tape put (R9 ) | SELECT ia v. SET:» |
(SP, LP, SLP). EXIT PROG
Press PROG
to end program. 4 Press PROG
re to end the program.
4 (men EROS r Poiana. * If there are set programs, press
,
MEME RAR ross av to select POWER off to set timer.
, Pu and press P to set . To cancel a Timer Recording
in progress...
Press POWER and then STOP within 10
CANCEL
:ADD/DLT
"|
an
unused
program
|
SELECT
i»
*
ser»
|
number
and
repeat
step 3. seconds to cancel the Timer recording.
Or (The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi
Press PROG again ( Function Display.)
to exit.
Importantnoteswhenusinga DSS receiver
Press POWER off * When recording programs via a DSS receiver,
to set the timer. the DSS receiver must be left on
"TIMER" tights on Multi Function Display.) ; a
( * When recording programs via an antenna or
cable, the DSS receiver must be turned off.
* If you are using a Cable Box, VCR Timer Programming Channel(Step 3) must be set to the
Cable Box output channel AND your Cable Box must be manually set to the desired
channel. The Cable Box power left on.
* lí a power interruption occurs while programming the timer, the timer program(s) may
be canceled. if "TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST DUE TO POWER INTERRÜPTION"
appears
on-screen,
please
reenter
the
timer
programs.
13
A

Multi-Brand Control Setup
The Remote Control can be set to control some TV functions.
Find your TV Brand Code Number shown below.
Ct
2 @ Setup for TV control,
-->hold down TV button,
-->enter code with number keys.
* If code number is100 or greater,
Ed pre 100 key, then other digits.
NUMBER
keys
OjO:O:OIO
9000
E.g.)
press
100
-
0--
2
for
102.
ENTER
iS
Confirm code entry,
-->press POWER to turn selected unit on or off.
* See table below for controllable functions in each mode.
cD * Repeat setup after remote battery replacement.
* Remote will not contro! every TV made by the
manufacturer listed. If you get no response, your
particular unit cannot be controlled. There are NO
additional codes for the products listed. If your
product is not listed, then the remote is not
compatible with that product.
Using Multi-Brand Control
After remote is set up, you can select VCR or TV for the
desired function.
Press VCR or TV on the remote. l
(Table below shows available unit buttons for each mode.)
ole:
(
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3
$
[0:0 jojo
VOL UP/DOWN
VCR/TV, PLAY, STOP EJECT, DISPLAY, FF, REW, POWER, INPUT, number
PAUSE/SLOW, REC, SPEED, CWZERO, RESET keys, ENTER, CH UP?
COUNTER, TAPE POSITION DOWN, VOL UP/DOWN
* Not all functions listed may be controllable.
* In TV mode, it may be necessary to press ENTER after pressing number keys for channel
selection.
TV Brand Code Numbers
Mitsubishi ........................
Samsung .................. ee
Gold Star
Important Notes
* Due to changes in infra-red commands used by manufacturers, some brands have several
codes. If your unit does not respond to the first code, please try the next one.
* Some TV brands require you to turn on the power manually.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [email protected]

Advanced Connections
Audio/Video connection
If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN terminals, you can connect your VCR to
them to recive higher quality picture and sound,
IN FROM ANT.
VIDEO IN
D Connect the VIDEO OUT terminal on the VCR to the VIDEO IN terminal
of your TV.
(2) Connect the AUDIO OUT terminal on the VCR to the AUDIO IN terminal
of your TV.
(3) Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV (Monitor/Receiver) to "VIDEO."
@ With a Cable Box (VCR *Cable Box)
* view any
(including
scrambled)
channel.
IN FROM ANT.
* use VCR Remote
Control to select
channels without
using Multi-brand
control feature.
VCR * record and view
both scrambled
CABLE BOX andunscrambled
[in our UDS channels if
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or
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2-Way
Splitter
CABLE
BOX
an
A/B
switch,
and a 2-way
CATY] i
QUT1 OUT2 IN Sal d splitter.
SS
* record
scrambled
channels.
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U
(D
m.
to
=.
Q
=
* 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.
15
pooueapy

Search System
For each recording, an invisible index mark is placed
on the tape. A program index and information are also
included for timer recordings. These marks are used to
access or scan recordings.
Index Search
Press SEARCH*
to display SEARCH
in Stop or Play
mode.
INDEX SEARCH 3
2
Press number keys
to select recording
number.
* To calculate
number, see below.
Press FF or REW
to start search.
* Play begins at
search end. To
search forward or
back 1 index,
press FF or REW
while screen left
is displayed (10
sec.).
INOEX SEARCH
Bl To Calculate Index Number
Example 1:
To go to rec. 2 from rec. 4, enter 3 and press REW.
NNN
f+ t2t3iats} e |7]
Example 2:
To go to rec. 6 from rec. 2, enter 4 and press FF.
OY NNN
Epia a a fa I?
NOTE: $ indicates start points of each recording.
* If Index Search is started very close to
an index mark, that index mark may not
be counted in the search.
Program End Search
Locates end point of recording for
continuity.
Press SEARCH twice
to display SEARCH in Stop or
Play mode.
Press FF
to start
PROGRAM
END SEARCH.
SEARCH START : FF
EXIT ¡SEARCH
Examples of Program End Search.
Fig. 1
(ECO E Prooramn 2 or tan]
the current 1 tion
predios S EndPoint
Fig.2
Upon locating end point,
-->search continues 7 sec. past end point,
-->tape rewinds to 10 sec. before end point,
-->tape plays to end point and stops.
* If Program End Search is started very
close to an index mark, that mark may be
skipped over.
* To cancel, press PLAY or STOP.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproductsG panasonic.com

"Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Auto Operation Functions
Bl Auto Play
Insen tape --> Power comes on,
-->Play starts if no record tab
NUMBER (see pg. 4).
keys
CM/ZERO sr Rewind
à; a
PLAY Manual Record] --> Tape end,
Fast Forward -»Hewind
SEANU E Play Auto Eject
FF (Repeat Play must be off)
Play, -->Tape end, -->Rewind,
REW --> Tape ejects if no record tab
Commercial Skip
VCR fast forwards (skips) over 1~3
minutes of recorded tape.
1 Press CM/ZERO in Play mode.
* The skip time can be changed by
pressing CW/ZERO button
repeatedly as shown by the
figure below.
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o
D
-
c
=
O
5
paJuBApy
PLAY
i
1st Press —* 1 min Skip
2nd Press —«2 min Skip
3rd Press — 3 min Skip
* Noindication appears.
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Tape Operation
Special VCR Features
Repeat Play
Set to playback a recording over and over.
Press ACTION*
to display menu.
Press AV
to select REPEAT
PLAY and press b to
set ON or OFF.
* Play repeats at tape
end or if unrecorded
portion over 30 sec.
is detected.
Press ACTION
to return to normal screen.
To quickly return to a specified tape location.
Press DISPLAY during play
to display Counter.
Press RESET
COUNTER at
desired position
to reset to "0:00:00".
3 Continue to record, playback, etc.
4 Press Stop.
Press CM/ZERO
in Stop mode
to start ZERO
SEARCH.
* Unit will go into FF
or REW mode and
stop at the last point
the Counter was set
to 0:00:00.
e |f a blank portion exists on the
tape, and depending on the position
of the V mark, the V mark display
Tape Position Display Feature
To find out the present tape position.
Tape position cannot be detected tor VHS-C
Cassette type and tapes less than 60 minutes
in length.
Press TAPE POSITION
to detect tape position.
* "DETECTING TAPE
| DETECTING TAPE posmon ] POSITION” on!
appears the first time
a cassette is inserted
g and it takes several
seconds for correct
indication to appear.
* The present tape
1 position indication is
ach tio displayed.
Press TAPE POSITION
to return to normal screen.
Remote Warning ON/OFF Feature
if Multi-brand feature is used (page 16), and this
feature is set to on, a warning appears whenever
an invalid key is pressed in TV mode.
Press ACTION
to display menu.
Press AV
to select REMOTE
WARNING and press »
to set ON or OFF.
vca L- i
REPEAT PLAY OFF
AUTO SHUT-OFF ‘ON
IQIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR S OUTPUT CH :3
SELECT; à ¥ SET:
EXIT ¡ACTION
elf “OFF,” remote
warning will not
appear if invalid
key is pressed.
Press ACTION
to return to normal screen.

"Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Weak Signal Display ON/OFF Feature
When “ON,” picture is displayed regardless of signal
strength.
DISPLAY 1 p Aton
REPEAT PLAY DEF ress
SELECT/ BEES EL, | to display menu.
A :PLAY
Y :STOP EXIT ACTION.
> :FF
4 :REW
SEARCH Press <>
to select and display
CHANNEL,
ACTION press AV
to select WEAK
RESET SIGNAL DISPLAY,
and press P to set
COUNTER ON or OFF.
TAPE * ON: Picture is displayed regardless of signal
POSITION condition, and may not always be clearly
visible.
OFF: Screen turns solid blue when signal is weak
or non-existant.
» Selecting ON has no effect on connected
equipment with blue back feature.
Press ACTION
:to return to normal screen.
VCR Lock Feature Auto Shut-Off Feature
When set to ON, all operations except When set to ON, VCR shuts off if blank tape is Q >
for timer record and tape eject are played or no signal is detected for 5 min. oe
prohibited. Useful for households with = y
small children. Press ACTION 9 5
to display menu. 2.0
To turn on, O
hold down REC on 3 (D
MER AOGICAG TINTO the VCR in Stop VER LIOCK T CHAN Press AV o
mode with no tape [neret WARN: or |
: to select AUTO SHUT-
inserted for 7 sec. IDIOMA/LANGUE " ENGLISH
(Please ignore the VOR S QUIPUFCH 3 OFF and press >
NO CASSETTE Moin vr ^ed to set ON or OFF.
warning.) EXIT :ACTION
To turn off,
dd repeat above. Press ACTION
to return to normal screen.
* VCR Lock cancels in 24 hours if
clock is set,
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VHFAUHF
Connect VIDEO OUT terminal on Playing VCR to VIDEO IN terminal on Recording VCR. To
monitor the dubbing, also connect a TV as shown.
© Connect AUDIO OUT terminal on Playing VCR to AUDIO IN terminal on Recording VCR.
in place of a Playing VCR, you can use other equipment, such as a Camcoder.
Simply connect the unit's Audio/Video outputs to the Recording VCR.
Playing (Source) VCR Recording (Editing) VCR
1 Insert pre-recorded tape.
2
Press PLAY, then PAUSE/SLOW
3 immediately to enter PLAY/PAUSE mode.
The operation of steps 4 and 5 must be done on both
playing and recording VCRs at the same time.
Press PLAY to start dubbing.
Playing VCR starts playback.
5 Press STOP to stop dubbing.
ll To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV
1 Tum your TV on and tune to the Recording
YCR channel (CH3 or CHA).
2 Set the VCR/ TV Selector on the Recording
VCR to “VCR.”
Dubbing tapes protected with Copy Guard will
have poor quality results.
Insert blank tape with record tab.
Press INPUT to set VCR Input mode to LINE for
Video Input. (See "Selecting the Input Mode"
below.)
Press REC, then PAUSE/SLOW
immediately to enter REC/PAUSE mode.
Press PAUSE/SLOW to start dubbing.
Recording VCR starts recording.
Press STOP to stop dubbing.
li Seiectingnput Mode
Method 1,
-->press INPUT to switch between channel number and
LINE.
Method2,
-->press CH À / V to change display as follows.
j—2—3
| (CABLE) (TV) |
LINE4——»125 or 69
* “L” lights about 4 sec. on front panel when LINE is
selected.
Caution: Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproductsé panasonic.com