Panasonic Omnivision PV-V4601 User manual

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Important Safeguards and Precautions
OUTDOOR ANTENNAINSTALLATION
1 SAFE ANTENNA ANDCABLE CONNECTION
1
FOR YOUR SAFET
IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
Y, READ AND RETAIN
OPERATING
POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on
the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have
pout Electric Utility Service Company or Video
roducts Dealer verify the power source in your
home.
POLARIZED OR GROUNDING 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.
” POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you
cannot fully insert the plug, try reversin
it. If it
still will not fit, have an electrician install the
b
roper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature
y tampering with the plug.
A N:
This ptug will only fit into a three-hole grounding
outlet. if necessary, have an electrician install the
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by
tampering with the plug.
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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.
DONOTBLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generales during operation. H they are blocked,
eat build-up inside tha 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 LOCATIONS OR
SUDDENTEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
heater or radiator, in direct sunlight, inside a
closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit
suddenly between areas of extreme temperature
variation. If tha unit is suddenly moved from 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 -
appliance and cart combination to overtum.
Carefully follow all operating instructions and
use the manufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment.
*
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, ANSUNFPA 70 (in Canada,
part 1 of the Canadian Electrical
Code) provides information
with respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire IE
to an antenna discha rge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements tor the grounding electrode.
KEEP ANTENNACLEAROFHIGH VOLTAGE POWERLINESORCIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well away from
power lines, electric gn 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 ee a pone 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 INSTALLA
1
ON section of these safeguards.
KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATEROR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IFEQUIPMENTIS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by
a qualified service technician before use.
3 DURINGANELECTRICALSTORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
before d the unit unused for extended periods of time,
disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as
the antenna and cable system.
4 WHENTHEUNITIS PLUGGEDIN
* 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 a service 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 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 equipmant.
5 USINGACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING THE UNIT
1
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 such as wax, j
tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid,
or dusty areas may adversely affect intemal parts.
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 a qualified service technician.
IF REPLACEMENT PARTS AREREQUIRED
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.
HAVETHESERVICETECHNICIAN PERFORMA SAFETY CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as
described in the manufacturer'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 á 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,
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.
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 guidetines 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.

Before Using
Congratulations Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
on your purchase of one of the most `
Soph leiad and reliable products on the market Break off the tab to
today. Used properly, it will bring you years of prevent recording.
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
The serial number is on the tag jocated on the
back of your VCR.
* Date of Purchase
* Dealer Purchased From
* Dealer Address
* Dealer Phone No. .
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1-800-332-5368. Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.
Loading the Batteries
1) Open cover.
Tape Speed Type of Video Cassette
Setting
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2) Insert (Long Play)
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3) Close cover,
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
Important Safeguards and Precautions.............................. 2,3
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Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure .................................ssssse. 4
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Location of Controls .................... esee 6,7
Initial Setup for ANT./ Cable-VCR-TV Connection ............. 8,9 `
Initial Setup for DSS/ Cable Box-VCR-TV Connection ..10,11
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR's Output Channel .... 12,13
Playback A EP" 14
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Timer Recording ............ eere. s 16,17
Timer Recording Using VCR Plus? System ................. 18-21
Multi-Brand Control Feature ............................ A
Advanced Cónnections (Cable/DSS) .. procu MTM
MTS Broadcast/ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System A
Tape Operation (Search System) ..................... DNO
Special VCR Features .....................sessseem
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ................... sss.
VCR & Cassette Information........................ eee ae
On-Screen Displays (OSD) .................................. seen
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Location of Controls
Remote control Buttons
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POWER
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TV
mode
VCR
mode
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DSS/CABLE
mode
VCR/ TV | INPUT
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SELECT UP il SET
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REWIND/SEARCH if
SET STOP
‘seta SELECT DOWN
NUMBER KEYS pence te
TAPE POSITION
COUNTER RESET DISPLAY
PAUSE/SLOW SEARCH/ ENTER
COMMERCIAL SKIP/ MO SPEED
ZERO SEARCH :
| RECORD
SAP/ Hi-Fi l
CHANNEL UP/ DOWN
VOLUME UP/DOWN | — | TRACKING/ V-LOCK
Light Tower Universal Remote Control
Light button: When LIGHT is pressed, available buttons in the selected mode light up and the
selected mode button (TV, VCR or DSS/CABLE) flashes for 5 seconds. If no button
is pressed, light goes out in 5 seconds to conserve batteries. Also, by holding down
a button, you can confirm the selected mode (mode button will flash) in the dark.
Press to eject tape from VCR. !f EJECT is pressed during record,
VCR will not respond.
Front View of the VCR
Cassette Compartment VCR/TV selector PLAY
EJECT button:
POWER
FAST
FORWARD/
vicee SEARCH
Input
REWIND/
Audio Input Remote SEARCH
Connector (L/R} CHANNEL UP/ DOWN Sensor
TRACKING/ V-LOCK
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Multi Function Display
Timer Indicator
Lights when the VCR is set for a Timer
Recording, or when One Touch Recording
(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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VCR Indicator
Lights when the
VCR/TV selector is
set to VCR.
Clock Status/ Channel/ Speed Display
Displays the current time. Briefly displays VCR
status when a function button is pressed. Briefly Hi-Fi Indicator
displays the channel number, or “L1” or "L2" Lights when Hi-Fi audio is
when a channel or line input is selected. Briefly monitored in Playback
displays the recording speed when SPEED is Mode.
pressed.
Rear View of the VCR
Audio input
AC Power Plug Connector (L/R)
Video input
Connector
VHF/UHF Antenna
input Terminal
VHF/UHF Antenna
Output Terminal
Video Output
Connector
Audio
Output
Connector (L/R)
[ Note | While plugged into an AC outlet, the VCR consumes 3.0 W of electrical -
power in off mode.

Initial Setup for ANT./ Cable -VCR -TV Connection
How to Connect
Connect the Cable from Antenna/Cable to the IN FROM ANT.
terminal on VCR. |
Connect the OUT TO TV terminal onthe rear of VCR to the ANT.
IN terminal on TV using the RF Cable (included accessory).
VCR IN FROM ANT.
i O IN from
a ANT/CABLE
OUT TO TV ..
VHF/UHF
How to do Initial Setup
Press VCR button* on the Press CHA to select English.
1 remote for VCR mode. Turn the or
TV on and set it to channe! 3. Press CHYF to select Spanish.
or
Turn
VCR
on.
Press
VCR/TV
key
to
select
French.
When
VCR
is
turned
on
the
first
When
one
of
above
keys
is
pressed,
time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen SELECT CONNECTION screen is
appears.
displayed
in
the
selected
language.
S CH A : ENGLISH
: ESPANOL
CABLE/DSS BOXPVCRETV
VCRPCABLE/DSS BOXPTV
SELECT:a * — SET:*
EXIT — :ACTION -
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. i and press M to set.
When you want to change the output CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET
channe! of VCR, please refer to VCR's screen appears.
d Channel on page E 3.
If wrong language is set, do "Reset All QUITTTERTETUETETNTS
VCR Memon Functions” steps on Gini CLOCK AUTO SE
page 9. CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
A Press A ¥ to select connection
WARNING
When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers
only. Overtightening may damage terminals.
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‘Important: lí 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
performed automatically. If the setup is
completed, the following screen is
displayed.
AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED
¿CH UP KEY
If “Auto Clock Set is Incomplete”
screen appears, set the clock using
MANUAL CLOCK SET procedure —
shown below.
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY
Manual Clock Set
If Auto Clock Set was incomplete, manually
set the clock as follows.
Press ACTION Key on the Remote to
display CLOCK Menu screen.
Press A Y to select the month and >»
to set. In the same manner, select and
set the date, year, time, and DST
(daylight saving time). '
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DST ON
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SET COMPLETED
SET 4»
START : ACTION
Press ACTION Key twice to start
CLOCK and exit.
3
POWER
VCR
VCR/TV
SELECT/
SET '
A :PLAY
v:STOP
«:REW
b:FF
ACTION
CHA/Yv
Reset All VCR Memory Functions
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.
Tum VCR
Power on.
' €) Press and hold both
PLAY and CHANNEL .
A on the VCR for
more than 5 seconds.
* The power shuts off.
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Initial Setup for DSS/ Cable Box-VCR-TV Connection
How to Connect
Connect the OUT Jack on your cable box to the IN FROM
ANT. terminal on the VCR with the RF Cable.
Connectthe
OUT
TOTV
terminal
on
the
rear
of
VCR
to
the
ANT.
IN
terminal
on TV
using
the
RF
Cable
(included
accessory).
IN FROM ANT. Cable TV
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Box
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IN from
ANT./CABLE
OUT TO TV
VHF/UHF
How to do Initial Setup
Press VCR button* for VCR Press CHA to select English.
mode. Turn the TV on and set it or
to channel 3. Press CHY to select Spanish.
or
‘Turn
VCR
on.
.
Press
VCHR/TV
key
to
select
French.
When
VCR
is
turned
on
the
first
When
one
of
above
keys
is
pressed,
time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen SELECT CONNECTION screen is
appears. displayed in the selected language.
SELECT LANGUAGE
PRESS CH A : ENGLISH
TO CHANGE VCR'S OUTPUT
CH, PRESS ACTION KEY.
* |f screen does not appear, check
connection between VCR and TV
and,
if
TV
is
tuned
to
channel
3,
try
1
Press
A
Y
to
select
"CABLE/DSS
switching
it
to
channel
4.
BOXPVCRPTV”
connection
and
*
When
you
want
to
change
the
output
press
P
to
set.
channel of VCR, please refer to VCR's
Output Channel on page 13.
* if wrong language is set, do "Reset All
VCR Memory. Functions” steps on
page 9.
WARNING
When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers
only. Overtightening may damage terminais.
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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.
box or DSS receiver. Press A Y to select
5 Confirm the output channel of your cable
the same channel as the cable box or
P emm
DSS receiver output channel. Press » to E
enter.
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SELECT/
SET
‘ A ¡PLAY
Turn on your cable box and set it to v:STOP
your Public Broadcasting Station »-FF
(PBS) channel in your time zone.
If you use a DSS receiver, it must be ACTION
turned off.
CHA/vV
Press CH A Key to start Channel/Clock
6 Auto Set operation. The Channel/Clock
Setting is performed automatically.
If the setup is completed, the following
screen appears.
T
5/19/2001 SUN” 2:20PM
ON DST:
SETTING : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED
END :CH UP KEY
If “Auto Clock Set is Incomplete"
Screen appears, set the clock using
MANUAL CLOCK SET procedures
shown on page 9.
AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INCOMPLETE
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY
11

Press ACTION*
to display menu.
SELECT :4 Y «4 >
Exit ¡ACTION
lll Language E Channels E Clock
1) Press AY to select 1) Press «€» to select 1) Press 4» to select
language item. CHANNEL. CLOCK.
“OFF
REMOTE WARNING ON
AUTO Ac
IDIO: JA LANGUE ENGLISH
VCH' S OUTPUT CH :3
SELECT: a Y
EX: ACTION
SET:
2) Press ® repeatedly.
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REPRISE LECTURE —:
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VCA HA N
REPEAT PLAY
REMOTE WARNING ON
AVI n
For English
3) Press ACTION to exit.
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SELECT:A Y 4 >
EXIT : ACTION
2) Press AV to select
*ANTENNA," then
press Y» to set your
antenna system
(TV or CABLE).
CABLE
WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Ptus« CH SET UP
ANTENNA
AUTO SEY
3) Press AY to select
“AUTO SET,” then
press b.
* If you use a cable box,
sat it to the PBS channel
in your time zone.
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN...
(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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SELECT :A Y 4 >
X A O
2) Press AV to select
MANUAL and press b.
(For Auto Clock Set,
select "AUTO CLOCK
SET,” then press CH A.)
("TIME ZONE ADJUST"
appears only when auto
clock is Een)
11/11/2001 SUN 1200P:
DST ‘oN
SELECT HOUR
SELECT: ay
EXIT C TIO
EET »
3) Press AV and 4» to
select and set the date,
time, and DST (Daylight
Saving Time).
4) Press ACTION twice to
Start the clock and exit
this mode.
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VCR's Output Channel
*Important: |f a remote control button does not POWER
work when pressed, press the VCR VCR
button on the remote and try the SELECT/
button again. SET
A :PLAY
v:STOP
«:REW
b:FF
li
Time
Zone
Adjust
M
VCR's
Output
NUMBER
(Only when Auto Clock is set.) Channel keys
1) Press « > to select 1) Press AY to select ACTION
CLOCK. VCR'S OUTPUT CH. ADD/DLT
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TIME ZONE ADJUST : ET SHUT- OFF E : CHA/Y
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TIME ZONE ADJUST
CLOCK ] CHANNEL |
IF YOU PRESS ACTION
KEY, VCR'S OUTPUT CH
TIME ZONE ADJUST SWITCHES TO CH 4.
Add or Delete a Channel
To add channel:
Select channel with number
keys and press ADD/DLT.
| CHANNEL 08 ADDED |
and press < or b to 3) Press ACTION. To delete channel:
subtract or add hour(s
number keys and press ADD/DLT.
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
CH 4.
| CHANNEL 08 DELETED |
SELECT:A Y SET:4 >
EXIT ¿ACTION .
3) Press ACTION.
4) Press POWER off and
wait a maximum 10
minutes until AUTO After 3 seconds
CLOCK SET is
performed by the VCR.
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. *
+ TIME ZONE ADJUST
returns to “0” if clock is
set manually.
* To Make Corrections,
repeat step 1) - 3).
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Playback a Tape
REW
Playback using VCR controls |
1 Insert a tape.
2 Press PLAY.
Multi Function Display
lll Press STOP/EJECT to stop and/ or
eject tape.
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[A Ready Check List
O All connections are made (pg. 8, 10, 24).
O TV and VCR are plugged in.
O TV is on and tuned to CH3, 4, or VIDEO.
O Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
1 Insert a tape,
» VCR power comes on.
“VCR” lights on Multl Function Display.
Press PLAY*
to play tape.
* If tape has no rec. tab (pg. 4), auto play begins.
Special Features During Play
WE Forward/ Reverse scene search
--> Press FF or REW.
--> Press again or PLAY to release.
M Still (Freeze) picture
--> Press PAUSE/SLOW.
--> Press PLAY to release.
lb Frame by Frame picture
--» Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
--» Press PLAY to release.
W Slow Motion picture
--» Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
--> Press PLAY to release. i
[Notes ] * These features work best in SP or SLP
mode.
* The sound will be muted.
* Toreduce picture noise, see "Manual
Tracking Control” on page 33.
* After the VCR is in Stilt 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.
MM Press REW or FF in Stop mode
to Rewind/ Fast Forward tape.
@ Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.
cD Remove loose or peeling
labels from tapes
to prevent tape jam.
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Record on a Tape mn on soos cover
the remote and try the button again.
IA. ready Check List
O All connections are made (pg. 8, 10, 24).
O TV and VCR are plugged in.
O TV is on and tuned to CH3, 4, or VIDEO.
U Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
Insert a tape with rec. tab (pg. 4).
* VCR power comes on.
STOP “VCR” lights on Multi Function Display.
Press CH AY, or number keys
to select channel.
* For “LINE” input, see pg. 32.
* For channels over 100, press 100 key then
SPEED press the remaining 2 digits.
CHA
3
Press
SPEED
to
select
record
speed
(pg.
4).
SP
=
Standard
Play
LP
=
Long
Play
SLP = Super Long Play
* Speed appears on-screen and on Multi Function Display.
Press REC
to start recording.
O
Le
tu
=
pe)
=
o
-
* To edit out unwanted scenes, press PAUSE/
SLOW to pause, and again to resume recording.
F : * You cannot view another channel during recording.
Record using VCR controls
Press STOP
1 insert a tape. to stop recording.
2 Select l E One Touch Recording (recording in progress),
Channel. * VCR shuts off after preset record length.
--> each press of REC adds 30 min. to
record length up to 4 hours.
lg] Record one station, watch another,
--> press VCR/TV ("VCR" goes out on Multi
Multi Function Function Display),
Display - select channels at TV (recording
continues). i
4 Press REC 5 Press STOP. «Watching one channel and
to start uero | CD 9 ne
recording another is NOT
Recording.
stop.
possible
when
using
a
Cable
: Box or a Satellite Receiver.
This video recorder, equipped with HQ | BI Select channels at VCR,
(High Quality) system, is compatible -» press VCR/TV ("VCR" lights on Multi
with existing VHS equipment. Only use Function Display),
tapes with the mark. Only tapes --> select channels at VCR.
tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6,
and 8 hour machines are * After 5 min. in Pause mode, VCR stops to
recommended. -
protect tape and video head.
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Timer Recording
EVA Ready Check List
O At! connections are made (pg. 8, 10, 24).
C TVandVCRpluggedin andtumed on.
L1 VCR/TV selector set to “VCR.” _
O Clock set correctly.
O Tape has rec. tab (pg. 4).
Power O Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
SEI Press PROG/VCR+ button’
A:PLAY to display PROGRAM.
W:STOP
«:REW
b:FF Press v
; JA to display Program
PROG/ screen.
VCR+ SELECT: à "4b
1) To set record DATE,
press AY to select:
| 1~31= one time, or
SELECT START DATE DAILY- MON- FRI, or
setect:ay
ser
||
WEEKLY=
same
time
each week
and press P to set.
e See selection order
below teft.
@ C
ua vx cm Fi rec
€»|C Ok
Example
joo
M=
1
=
2r
—
2)
To
set
remaining
, ^ items, press AY to
Today — 7 SELECTA /W Selection Order DAILY select and press P to
WEEKLY |... weekly, wey, _) set START/ STOP times,
C) MOM: CH(channel) or LINE
input (pg.32), and tape
speed (SP, LP, SLP).
Press PROGWCR+ button
* |f you are using a Cable Box, VCR to end the program.
Timer Programming
Channel(Step 3) must be set to To Enter More Programs
y HE PROG ,
the Cable Box output channel
AND your Cable Box must be
manually set to the desired
press AY to select and
press » to set an unused
Ln
'P DT STAH STOP
13 2 007 3 20?
7 ;
channel. The Cable Box power | es gaan Program number and
left on. SELECT ay SET:» repeat step 3.
* if a power Interruption occurs Or
while programming the timer, the ; Press PROG/VCR+
timer program(s) may be canceled. button again to exit...
If “TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST 000
DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION” Press POWER off
appears on-screen, please reenter to set the timer. :
the timer programs. ("TIMER" lights on Multi Function Display.)
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"Important: lí a remote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Review, Replace or Clear Program Contents:
(Recording is not in progress)
1) Press :
PROG/VCRebuton. | Recording in progress
2) Press <> S ea
to select LIST. Press POWER and then STOP
within 10 seconds to cancel the
Timer Recording. (The TIMER
indicator goes out on Multi
Press AV Function Display.)
to select number.
9:00P10:00P Lt LP
CANCEL :ADD/DLT
LECT :A Y
: PR
SE SET: >
EXIT
3 To Replace program...
SELECT STARTOATE — ^ (pg.16) to set
SELECT: v SET:4»> . hewprograms. SELECT/
|
1)
Press»
`
©
DATE”
—
START
STOP
H
f
E|
to
display.
8
-:
l|
2)
Repeat
Step
3
z
3
(Q
END
or
To Clear program...
[VCR Plus» | PROG. | Li Press ADD/DLT.
P DT START STOP CH SPD
ETRE
2 8 10:00P 12:00P 02
3 10 8:00P 9:00P 10
4 SU 9:00P 10:00P L1
ADD/DLT
CANCEL :ADD/OLT
SELECT :A Y SET
X :PHCK
Press PROG/VCR+ button
to end the program.
* tf there are set programs, press
POWER off to set timer.
Important notes when using a DSS receiver
* When recording programs via a DSS receiver, the DSS
receiver must be left on.
* When recording programs via an antenna or cable, the DSS
receiver must be turned off.
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Timer Recording Using VCR Plus+” System
Auto VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup (Part 1)
For [VCR-TV] or [VCR-cable box-TV] connection only.
In order for VCR to read PlusCode, some set up is required.
Guide (PlusCode) channel number is assigned to each local
broadcast and cable station. Because this number sometimes
differs from channel TV receives station on, it is necessary to
program the VCR with local channel information. To receive VCR
Plus+ channels automatically, perform the steps below.
Or, see “Manual VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup” section on
page 20.
1
2
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VCR Pus- CH SET UP
SELECT:4 Y SET:»
EXIT — ;ACTIQ
EVERY MONDAY NIGHT
SET:»
Or
PLEASE LEAVE VCR OFF
OVERNIGHT
Press ACTION*
to display MENU.
Press 4»
to select CHANNEL.
Press AV
to select VCR Plus+
CH SET UP
and
press » to display.
Press AV
to select AUTO SET
and
press b to set.
Press AV 4>
to enter Zip Code and
enter each number.
Press P or ACTION
to set.
Press AV
to select When to
Update and
press » to set.
Press ACTION
to end.
* Make sure to leave
VCR off (overnight).
VCR Plus+ System is ...
a feature that allows you to set most
items of a timer recording by simply
entering a special code number
(PlusCode programming number)
found in TV GUIDE and selected
newspaper TV listings.
Important Note
* "Initial Setup" on pages 8-11 must be
completed before "Auto VCR Plus+
System Channel Setup” can be done.
If any part of setup is incomplete,
a warning screen appears.
SELECT/
SET
A :PLAY
Y :STOP
«:REW
> :FF
ACTION
« When Auto Setla performed, channels set
in initial setup(pages 8-11) willbe .
replaced by automatically downloaded
data. d
* Make each entry within 5 minutes or VCR
will leave this mode.
* Once local channels have been
programmed, they will stay in memory,
even in the case of a power failure.
If the start time for a timer recording comes
up during Auto VCR Plus+ System Setup,
the timer recording will have priority.
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"Important: If a remote contro! bution does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the bution again.
Auto VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup (Part 2)
Before you perform the following steps, you
should have:
* completed “Auto VCR Plus+ System Channel
Setup (Part 1)” on page 18.
* left VCR off overnight, and turned it back on after
SELECT/
. SET
9:00 AMthe next day. A :PLAY
Y :STOP
It channel updating was If | «:REW
1
successful...
istinguish
>
:FF
ACTION
ADD/DLT
Press ACTION Press ACTION
to exit this mode. to display SELECT VCR
Plus+ CH. y
Continue with step 2. O
O
Press AV 4b to select o
channel map for your area Q.
and 5
press ADD/DLT to set. To Change or Update Auto VCR ©
Plus+ System Channel Setup
(E.g. you selected wrong channel
map or zip code.)
Press ACTION a Do “Auto VCR Plus+ System
PLEASE LEAVE VER OFE to end. Channel Setup (Part 1)” steps
OVERNIGHT 1~4 on page 18.
* Make sure to leave
VCR off (overnight.) ATE VEA PE. DH
SI VCR Plus+ C
Channel map will be updated (overnight.) b Press AW toselect UPDATE VCR
If it was successful, “VCR Plus+ CH SET Plus+ or SELECT VCR Plus+ CH
COMPLETED” appears on screen. And then, thenpressP. t
press ACTION to exit.
c Ifyouselected UPDATE VCR Plus+
CH, perform steps 5-7 in the "Auto
VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup
(Part 1)" section on page 18.
If
Auto
Setup
fails,
do
"Manual
VCR
Plus+
System
ifyou
selected
SELECT
VCR
Plus+
Channel Setup” on page 20. CH. perform steps 2-3 in the “Auto
VCR Pius+ System Channel Setup
(Part 2)” section on this page.
Repeat these steps as necessary.
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Timer Recording UsingVCR Plus+ System (Continued)
VCR Plus+ System is ...
a feature that allows you to set most items of a timer recording by simply piiisring a special code
number (PlusCode programming number) found in TV GUIDE and selected newspaper TV listings.
Initial Setup.....
In order to use Timer Programming Using VCR Plus+ System, the Initial Setup on page 8 to 11 must
be completed for setting Clock and Channel.
Channel Setup
Since PlusCode numbers assigned to channels (found in TV Guide and selected newspapers) may
differ from channels in your viewing area, you'll need io enter your local TV channel number for
each corresponding Guide Chamnel.
If you perform the VCR+ Channel set up procedures shown below. you will be able to perform timer
recordings using the PlusCode programming number listed in your local TV listing.
Manual VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup
For [VCR-TV] or [VCR-cable box-TV] connection only.
Press ACTION*
to display menu.
To complete step 5 of setup, do the
following:
* Prepare a TV/Cable station line-up and
channels they are received on. Also, the
Guide channel numbers assigned to your
stations (found in TV Guide and selected
newspapers.)
Press 4»
to select CHANNEL.
¢ Make a 3-column chart (see sample).
Left column
--> all stations you receive.
Press AV
Middle column 3
--> each station's assigned Guide to select VCR Plus+
channe! number from TV Guide, etc.
Right column
--> channe! number on which your
TV receives the station.
CHANNEL SETUP, and
press P to set.
Press AV
to select MANUAL, and
press P to set.
SAMPLE ONLY 4
roadcast or Cable | Assigned Guide Channo! na on
talon name channel No. ch my
AAA
Nickelodeon | =15
To enter VCR Plus+ channels,
GUIDE CH RECEIVE CH
press > to move cursor to right,
press AY to enter number,
press « to set, and
press AY to scroll up/down.
* Repeat step 5 until list is
complete.
To Make Corrections,
press AY and » to move to error, then AY to change,
or ADD/DLT to erase number.
Press ACTION twice
to end setup.
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