Panasonic Quasar Omnivision VHQ040M User manual

Quasar
Video Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
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Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND
RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS
IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
INSTALLATION
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in
this manual. If necessary, have your Electric Utility Service
Company or Video Products Deater verity the power source
in your home.
: 2 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.
P RIZED PL A N;
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit,
have an electrician install the proper wall outlet.
Do not defeat the safety feature by tarnpering with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug 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.
3 POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely
to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or be in the
way of walking traffic. If an extension cord is used, make
sure it also has either 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.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated
during operation. if they are blocked, heat build-up inside the
unit can cause failures that may result in 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 sack, unless proper ventilation is provided.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater
or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc..
Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme
temperature variation. if the unit is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense in the
unit and on the tape.
6 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 overturn.
¢ Carefully follow all operating instructions and use
the manufacturers recommended accessories when
operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment.
Safety Precautions
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
1
2
SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or cable system
is connected to the equipment,
be sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide some
protection against built up static
charges and voltage surges.
Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
(in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian x MEC RECTION 618-21}
Electrical Code) provides information r TAOUHD CLAMPS
with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding
of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES
OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines,
electric light or power circuits and where it will never come into contact with
these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside
antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal, Because of the
hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.
USING THE VIDEO UNIT
lf the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1
2
KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by a qualified
service technician before use.
DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the
unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the
power source as weil as the antenna and cable system.
WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
+ Never expose the unit to rain or water, DO NOT OPERATE
if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit,
and have it inspected by 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 equipment.
USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire,
shock, or other hazards.
CLEANING THE UNIT
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, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface.
Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
SERVICE
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DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
lf, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions, this Video
product does not operate property, 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 ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer,
or those having the same safety charactenstics as the onginal parts. The use of
unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK
Alter 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.
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.
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.
AX CAUTION
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DO NOT OME
CATION TO NÉDUCE THE CAL OF ELECTRIC SHOCR,
This symbol wams 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
LOMO REMOVE COVER JOR BACK) This symbol alerts the user that important literature conceming 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 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

Table of Contents
Important Safeguards and Precautions ....................................... 2
e , Accessories iia nica 4
Use , Loading the Batteries... 4
N owl’ Basic Connections (Antenna, VCR, TV) ..ooooococcccconononnorcononconnononnanononos 4,5
eS One Time VCR Setup (Language, VCR's Output Channel, Channel, Clock) .. 6, 7
f Playback a Tape (Still picture, Frame by Frame picture, Slow Motion) ......... 8
Record On a Tape idas 9
e One Touch Recording ................ 9
x Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS) „u... 10
ye -= Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ..........cocninsinmasss 11
Enjoy Timer Recording NN on 12, 13
more! “Using VOR Buttons cc de Broun Contents cocoa
e Multi-Brand Control Feature... 14,15
` Tape Operation (Search System) «0.0.0.0... reene 16-19
e Program End Search ............... 16 Repeat Play ..o.oocicccicocicicicncnnnos. 19
e Index SCAN c.occccccconccononnoroconnnnno 17 e Zero Search ...........cccccccecececeeeee 19
¢ Auto Operation Functions ........ 17 e Commercial Skip ..................... 19
e Direct ACCESS ..oooccccccnocononenonnos» 18
Special VCR Features ....oocionoicicconococonccoioconoroncornanornoricrrararnonos 20, 21
e Tape Position Display .............. 20 + Weak Signal Display ON/OFF .... 21
e Remote Warning ON/OFF ........ 20 e Auto Shut-Off... 21
e VCR Lock ...... AS 20
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR's Output Channel ... 22, 23
VCR & Cassette Information .....................oocccccccccicnoccnana 24, 25
Oth e Reset All VCR Memory Functions ... 24 © Head CIeaning ............ ce 25
er e DST (Daylight Saving Time) .... 24 + Cleaningthe VCR on... 25
e * Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure .. 24 + Specifications ............ccrinnonnconon 25
Information! e Record/Playback Time ............ 24 + Features for a Quality Picture .. 25
| On Screen Displays (OSD) ...............ccconnononconicanccnnnccncnnccnnanan 26
e Function & Channel Display ....26 e Blank Tape/ No Video Signal
e VCR Status & Clock Display ... 26 Indication .........conocnrorocononononoroso 26
f f e Waming and Instruction Displays .. 26
Before Requesting Service ..............ooooooocccccconocccnnnnarinanononncos 27
Service Center List ..................oooooooocccnncnncconononononocioranononononnnos 28
Warranty ains ao 29
Spanish (Español) Quick Use Guide.............................. 30, 31
Location of Controls .................ccccccoooconooocccnccnnonononnononanoss 32, 33
Quick Use Guide (Playback, Recording)..................... Back Cover
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Before Using
Basic Connection
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 VCR.
* Date of Purchase
* Dealer Purchased From
* Dealer Address
* Dealer Phone No.
e Model No.
e Serial No.
Accessories
( Remote Contro! O Batteries 2 “AA”
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Ùl RF Coaxial Cable
VJASO0196
To order accessories, call toll free
1-800-332-5368.
Loading the Batteries
1) Open the cover.
S YE 2) Insen the
€ batteries as
marked.
C] Battery replacement caution
+ Do not mix old and new batteries.
* Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
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3) Close the cover.
WwW
If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN terminals, connect
them to VCR for higher quality picture and sound.
You can enjoy stereo sound even if your TV is not stereo
by connecting a stereo amplifier to the VCR.
Connect VCR and TV with AV Cable (not supplied) or
RF Coaxial Cable (accessory) as shown below.
ANTENNA
(See page 5)
CABLE TV
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INDOOR ANTENNA
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Disconnectantenna
or cable from TV and
connect to VCR.
IN FROM ANT,
VHF/UHF
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b) RF
COAXIAL
CABLE
a) AV CABLE
(not supplied)
Connect VCR
2 to TV with RF
Coaxial Cable.
1) While connection b} (above) is sufficient, connection
a) offers better sound and picture.
2) For both connections a) and b) proceed as follows:
* To use VCR : VCR Power on, set TV to VIDEO.
* To watch TV : VCR Power off, select channel on.
3) Set VCR Output to channel 3 or 4 (not an active
station). (See page 6.)
ARNING
When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers
only. Overtightening may damage terminals.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

1 Between ANT. and VCR
MN Case 1: Twin Lead Cable Only
To VCR Terminal
From Antenna
300-75 ohm
Transformer
{not supplied)
(Flat) Twin Lead
300 Ohm Cable
E Case 2: Twin Lead & Coaxial Cables
A ES =
UHF/VHF Band Mixer
(not supplied)
(Round) 75 Ohm
coaxial Cable
To VCR Terminal
E Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables
=
UHF/VHF Band Mixer
(not supplied)
300-75 ohm
Transformer
(not supplied)
To VCR Terminal
* If your TV has both post and plug-type
VHF terminals, the post connection is
recommended to minimize signal loss.
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.
2 Between VCR and TV
E Case 1: Screw & Plug Type Terminal
UHF/VHF Band
Separator
(not supplied)
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RF Coaxial Cable
E Case 2: Screw Type Terminal
75-300 ohm
Transformer
(not supplied)
UHF/VHF Band
Separator
(not supplied)
E Case 4: Complex TV Terminal
TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET
Split out
* Connect to one of the ANT terminals and
select the same antenna number on the TV.

OneTimeVCR Setup
When VCR is turned on the first time,
setup mode is entered automatically.
SELECT LANGUAGE
CH &: ENGLISH
OPRIMIR CH Y : ESPAÑOL
VCR/ TV : FRANCAIS
TO CHANGE VCR' S OUTPUT
| CH, PUSH ACTION KET. |
X) Press ACTION
IF YOU PUSH ACTION KEY,
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH SWITCHES
TO CH 4.
Xy Press ACTION
| PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO |
CH 4.. .
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After 3 seconds
Process of Setup
Turn the TV and VCR on.
Press POWER".
Set TV Channel to CH 3.
» If using AV Cable connection, set TV
to Video instead of channel. (See
connection a) on page 4.)
Display SELECT LANGUAGE.
This display appears for first time setup
Goats ..
only.
Select the language.
(aj for English
for Spanish
= (ESPANOL)
for French
E (FRANCAIS)
2
When using connection b)
(see page 4), tune TV to VCR's
output channel.
if there is beat or noise on CH3,
change VCR’s output channel to CH4
by pressing ACTION twice.
* Always tune TV to this channel to monitor the VCR.
* If you used audio/video jack connection, tune the TV to its video input.
* If wrong language is set, do “Reset All VCR Memory Functions”
steps on page 24.
Start Channel Auto Set
and Clock Auto Set.
Press CHA.
CHANNEL/ CLOCK AUTO SET
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN...
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| CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING |
| AUTO CLOCK SET |
PROCEEDING
Y (Setup completed)
2 | Press CH A to exit.
1/ 4/2000 TUE 12:00PM g » lf your area observes
DST :ON
DST (daylight saving
la time), but the time is
incorrect; do the
“Time Zone Adjust”
steps on page 23.
(Setup incomplete)
AUTO CLOCK SET
1S INCOMPLETE
SETTING : CH 02
AUTO CLOCK SET
COMPLETED
4TRACKIN
See next page.
PUSH ACTION TO SET CLOCK
END
: PUSH CH UP KEY
¢ If the displayed time is not correct,
do the “Clock” section on page 22.
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For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

*Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/W, NUMBERED keys,
INPUT, SEARCH or ADD/DLT button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Clock Setup incomplete.
Set the clock manually.
AUTO CLOCK SET 1) Press ACTION.
IS INCOMPLETE 8
PUSH ACTION TO SET CLOCK
SET CLOCK
DST:ON
SELECT MONTH
SELECT: 4 Y KEY + Likewise, set date, year, time,
el ae pe ier DST (Daylight Saving Time).
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2) Press AY to
select month.
3) Press » to set.
To Make Corrections,
repeatedly press < > to move to
error, then correct.
SET CLOCK
1} 4/2000 TUE 12:00PH oes Meus
(Clock starts.)
O + To exit mis noue,
; press ACTION
START "ACTION KEY again.
* VCR calendar is accurately maintained to Dec. 31,
2096 11:59PM.
* Channel auto set selects normal TV or Cable
channels depending on your VCR hookup.
* To reset Language, Channels, Clock or VCR’s
Output Channel see pages 22 and 23. :
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET
* Auto clock set is performed the first time the VCR is turned off each day. If used, a cable box must be left on and
tuned to the PBS channel at the time VCR power is turned off if you want auto clock set to be done.
* If used, a DSS receiver must be turned off for auto clock set.
* If Cable Box or DSS receiver is connected to VCR via Audio/Video jacks, an RF coaxial cable must also be
connected for auto clock set and channel auto set features to work.
Using AV<4P keys
You can also operate the menu screen using VCR
buttons.
When menu screens are displayed, tha PLAY, STOP,
REWIND, and FF buttons on the VCR and remote
function as AV<4 > only with no tape inserted.
To display menu using VCR buttons, press CH A On Remote
and CH Y together.
To exit the menu, repeat above.

Playback aTape
@ To prevent tape jam
Inspect your cassette tapes and
remove any loose or peeling labels.
EJECT
[Z cneck list before you begin.
O All connections are made.
O) TV and VCR are plugged in.
(TV is turned on and tuned to CH3, 4 or Video.
O Remote is in VCR mode.
insert a cassette.
e VCR power comes on and “VCR”
=== appears on Multi Function Display.
~ Press PLAY... PLAY.
* Or, if cassette has no record tab (see
page 24), auto playback begins.
WB To Find a Particular Scene
Forward Search --> Press FF. (To release, press PLAY
or FF.)
Reverse Search --> Press REW. (To release, press PLAY
or REW.)
W For Still (Freeze) picture --> Press PAUSE/SLOW.
(To release, press PLAY.)
E For Frame by Frame picture --> Press PAUSE/SLOW in
Still mode.
(To release, press PLAY.)
E For Slow Motion --> Press and hold PAUSE/SLOW in Still
mode. (To release, press PLAY.)
M5 These teatures work best in SP or SLP mode.
» The sound will be muted.
To reduce picture noise, see “Manual Tracking Control” on
page 25.
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.
Ml To stop -> Press STOP.
E To rewind tape --> Press REW in Stop mode.
IM To fast forward tape --> Press FF in Stop mode.
W To eject tape --> Press EJECT on the remote or
STOP/ EJECT on the VCR.
Playback using VCR controls
1 Insert a cassette.
H Press to stop and/ or eject tape.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

*tmportant: If the remote contro! POWER, ACTION, PROG, CH A/F, NUMBERED keys,
R @ C O rd 0 n a Ta pe INPUT, SEARCH or ADD/DLT button does nol work when pressed, press the
VCR button onthe remote and try the button again.
[A cheek list before you begin.
C] All connections are made.
C] TV is turned on and tuned to CH3 or 4 or Video.
C] Cassette record tab is in place.
CO Remote in VCR mode.
Insert a cassette.
+ VCR power comes on and “VCR”
appears on Multi Function Display.
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Select Channel.
Press CHA /'W* or NUMBERED keys.
* To select “LINE,” see page 11.
» To select channels over 100,
first press 100 key, then enter
remaining two digits.
Multi Function Display
Select Recording speed.
(See page 24.)
Press SPEED.
* SP = Standard Play
LP = Long Play
SLP = Super Long Play
* Selected speed is displayed on TV
screen and Multi Function Display.
STOP
REC
Start
Recording.
Press
REC.
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edit
out
unwanted
portions,
press PAUSE/SLOW to pause and
to resume recording.
W To stop --> Press STOP
Ml One Touch Recording
Press REC repeatedly to set the recording length
(30 min. ~ 4 hours).
e The VCR turns itself off at the preset time.
Ce Rec RAR
4:00 4— 3:00 4—2:004— 1:30
W Record One Program While Watching Another
- Press VCR/TV-—> “VCR” disappears on Multi Function Display
--> Select Channel at the TV.
E Selecting Channel at the VCR (You cannot view
another channe! during recording.)
Press VCR/TV--> “VCR” appears on Multi Function Display
--> Select Channel at the VCR {applies to connection b)
After the VCR has been in Pause mode only, see page 4)
for 5 minutes, it will stop automatically :
to protect the tape and the video head. Record using VCR controls
2
Select
1
Insert
4
Start
Channel.
a
cassette.
Recording.
This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High
Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS
equipment. Only use those tapes with the
mark. It is recommended that only cassette tapes
that have been tested and inspected for use in 2,
4, 6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used.

Advanced Connections
Be sure to tune TV to VCR output channel. (The same one
you set on screen of TV: CH3 or CH4.)
All connections on these pages are made with 75 Ohm coaxial cables.
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immediately.
Start
dubbing.
PAUSE
Start
dubbing.
Press
PLAY.
om
Press
PAUSE/SLOW.
Stop
dubbing.
Stop
dubbing.
To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV E Selecting the Input Mode
1 Turn your TV on and tune to the Recording Method 1: Press INPUT.
VCR
channel
(CH3
or
CH4).
Channel
Number
<-->
LINE1
<-->
LINE2
E . Di i low.
2
Set
the
VCR/
TV
Selector
on
the
Recording
Method2:
Press
CH
A/¥.
Display
will
change
a
cda
VCR to “VCR.” 14243
(CABLE) (TV)
LINE24— LINE 14—125 or 69
Note | Dubbing tapes protected with Copy Guard will have
poor quality results. * “L1” or “L2” lights on Multi-Function Display
(about 4 sec.) when LINE1 or LINE2 is selected.
+ LINE1: For rear audio/video connection.
LINE2: For front audio/video connection.
Caution: Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement.

Timer Recording
You
can
set
up
to
8
programs
to
be
recorded
while
you
are
away.
1 AG Display MENU. Y
Press ACTION." O O ii
e You can also set up usin
Display program
screen.
2 Press PROG.*
2) Go to step 4.
VCR buttons. See tt he bottom
press AV and > to select an
right of this page.
unused program number.
Display SET UP FEATURE.
1) Press AW to select.
> -| 2) Press P to display.
MENU
T tE VCR
SET UP FEATURE
SET CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
iDIOMA/ LANGUE: ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH:3
SELECT:4 ¥ KEY
SET :> KEY
END :ACTION KEY
fy | SET UP FEATURE |
J TIMER PROGRAMMING
v Program screen,
a w wa
1) Press to display.
* If a program is already in
memory, press AY and
» to select an unused
program number.
SET
END
¡Pb KEY
: ACTION KEY
START STOP CH
T ER
[SELECT START DATE]
SELECT:A Y KEY
SET ¡> KEY
END : PROG/ACTION KEY
Set the recording DATE.
1) Press AV to select.
2) Press P or < to set.
* 1-31 = One time
e DAILY = MON-FRI
+ WEEKLY = Same time
once a week
4
Example 78-9131 1 20 6
Today—7 SELECTA/ YW Selection Order
(L weeky > WEEKLY ___ WEEKLY
(SAT) (MON) (SUN)
Repeat step 4 to set:
pay Start time, stop time Channel
(or LINE for outside source),
tape speed (SP, LP, SLP).
End the program.
1) Press PROG
(or ACTION).
äl DT START _ STOP CH SPD
8 10:00P 12:00P 62 SP
3 a:
3 o ~-=:
4 -- --:
CANCEL : ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:4 Y KEY
ENTER :» KEY
ENO :PROG/ACTION KEY To Enter More As halt A
Press AY to select, and >
display a blank program NAMBO
Then repeat steps 4 and 5.
2) Press PROG (or
ACTION) again to exit.
Set the timer.
Press POWER off.
e When recording
programs via a cable
box, make sure the cable
box is left ON and tuned
to the desired channel.
Multi Function Display
12
e lía progam is already in memory,
Y Check list before you begin.
O All connections are made.
(See pages 4-5.)
DO TV and VCR are plugged in and tumed on.
O VCR/TV selector is set to “VCR.”
C] Clock is set to correct time.
O Record tab in place. (See page 24.)
C] Remote in VCR mode.
6 POWER
SELECT/
Timer Recording Using VCR
Buttons.
Using AVP keys
You can also operate the menu screen
„using VCR buttons.
When menu screens are displayed, the
PLAY, STOP, REWIND, and FF buttons on
the VCR and remote function as AW<4 >
only with no tape inserted.
A: PLAY
v: STOP
<: REW
>: FF
To display menu using VCR buttons,
press CH A and CH ¥ together.
To exit the menu, repeat above.
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

“Important: If the remote contro! POWER, ACTION, PROG, CH4/¥, NUMBERED keys,
INPUT, SEARCH or ADD/DLT 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 Repeat steps 1~3 on page 12.
2
Select program.
1) Press AY to
select number.
P DY STAAT STOP CH SPD
1 DAY 9:00412:004 08 SP
CANCEL : ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:4 ¥ KEY
ENTER :» KEY
END :PROG/ACTION KEY
OM E START STOP CH
8 SAT 10:00P 12:00P 125 2) Press AV «> to
DBAY\ SP set new program
SEA LD contents.
SELECT START DATE
SELECT: 4 ¥ KEY
SET ¿d > KEY
END ¡PROG/ACTION KEY
or
To Clear program...
P DT START STOP
2 B 10:00P 12:00P
3 10 8:00P 9:00P
4 SU 9:00P 10:00P
1) Press ADD/DLT to
clear.
ADD/DLT
SELECT 1-8:a v KEY
ENTER :» KEY
END :PROG/ACTION KEY
End the program.
1) Press PROG (or ACTION).
* If there are programs, press
POWER off.
4 of
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.
1) Press > to display.
To cancel Timer Recording
(Recording is in progress)
Press POWER and then STOP
within 10 seconds to cancel the
Timer recording. (The TIMER
indicator goes out in the Multi
Function Display.)
Multi Function Display
SELECT/
SET
A :PLAY
STOP
d :REW
> :FF
Suip.1099y Jau
4 proc
4 ACTION
3 ADD/
DELETE
13

Multi-Brand Control Feature
The Remote Control may be set up to contro! some TV or Cable/DSS Receive functions.
Multi-Brand Control Setup
1 Find your TV, Cable or DSS Receiver Brand
Code Number on following page.
Z POWER
Setup for TV Set up remote.
Hold
down
TV
and
enter
code
2
TV
or
with
NUMBERED
keys.
DSS/
CABLE
Setup for Cable or DSS
o a al Hold down DSS/CABLE and
MN SI enter code with NUMBERED keys. Seer
de 5, ~ "> A to b t
CABLES and e For code 100 or greater, press the
ey ©! 100 key first, then remaining digit.
æ E.g. tor 102, press 100, then press O,
and then press 2.
3 Confirm code entry.
Press POWER to turn selected
unit on or off.
« See table below for list of
controllable functions in each mode.
O e Please repeat Multi-Brand Control setup after replacing remote
control batteries.
* The remote control will not operate all TVs, Cable Boxes, and
DSS receivers made by manufacturers listed. If you get no
results, your particular brand cannot be controlled.
Using the Multi-Brand Control
After remote control is setup, you can select VCR, TV, or DSS/CABLE for the desired function.
Press VCR or TV or DSS/CABLE on the remote control.
This table shows which buttons are available for each mode.
Availabl
VCR/TV, PLAY, STOP
TV EJECT, DISPLAY, FF, REW, POWER, INPUT,
SEED COREE NUMBERED keys,
ED, COUNTE ENTER, CH UP/ DOWN
RESET, TAPEPOSITION, i
CMSKIP VOL UP/DOWN
SPEED, COUNTER
CABLE/ DSS VOL UP/ DOWN
CMSKIP
ae TAPE POSITION,
ED In TV or DSS/ CABLE mode, it may be necessary to press ENTER after pressing NUMBERED keys for channel selection.
VCR/TV, PLAY, STOP
EJECT, DISPLAY,FF, REW,
PAUSE/SLOW, REC,
POWER, ENTER,
NUMBERED keys
(except 100key),
CH UP/ DOWN
14 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

TV Brand Code Numbers
PANASONIC c..ccconnnonccccccnonencnninnos
Toshiba
Cable Box Brand Code Numbers
.. 05, 06, 01, 44, 63, 91, 126
.. 01, 44, 63, 91, 126
Archer..
Cabletenna ..
Cableview ......
CONUN oneee K
Citizen 63, 44, 42, 30, 52, 04, 124, 126
Curtis esserne 08, 09, 61, 53, 87
Diamond oo... scscssssssseeessssseeeeee OT, 44, 63, 91, 126
Drake erreren it .. 67
Eagle aeaee 13, 22, 58, 62, 20, 40, 26, 107
Eastern ee .. 28, 130
GC Brand
Gemini
General Electric
General Instruments....01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55, 83, 106,
65, 67, 68, 115, 117, 118, 124, 91
Hamlin ............. 14, 15, 28, 41, 102, 103, 104, 108, 130
Hita CHi aena ió 3
Jasco ...... : ee 04, 124
Jerrold oo... ee 01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55, 83, 106,
. 65, 67, 68, 115, 117, 118, 124, 91
MACOIN arrini tisvrsks soies
Magnavox
Matsushita
. 51, 44, 59, 75, 126
NOVAVISION snn 08, 09, 61, 53, 87
Daiana ind 405 1, 129
Oak Sigma asian 46, 11, 128
Panasonic 00... ee csssseeeeeessesceeeees 16. 17, 97, 109
Philips ........oooomoocacoo:ooooooo 07, 13, 20, 23, 24, 50, 128, 129
Pioneer ..... named ee .. 05, 06
Pulsar seers 63, 44, 42, 30, 52, 04, 124, 126
DSS Brand Code Numbers
Toshiba
Hitachi/ Hughes
Magnavox/ Uniden 1
Magnavox/ Uniden 2
Important Notes
Sylva NE ala
SAAD ci
63, 44, 42, 30, 52, 04, 124, 126 -
Hita linia iia ii V2
Mitsubishi eesse 07, 13
Samsung eeren TA
Gold Star ieee 15, 16, 17
Radio Shack 51, 44, 59, 75, 126
ROA votada MO TF, 97; 109
Realistic „oerrinne D1, 44, 59, 75, 126
Recoton n.se 51, 44, 59, 75, 126
Regency
Rembrandt
Salora iia NR erandid
Samsung
Scientific Atlanta
Sprucer 16, 17, 97, 109
Standard Components 32, 39, 42, 44, 126
Stargate .... 32, 40, 63, 44, 42, 30, 52, 04, 06, 124, 126
SA A WE
Teknika io ida TO
Telecaption ........ so 07, 127
Tele via W iii .. 32, 40, 42, 06
TOXSCAM iii ia ais ..18, 19
33, 34, 01, 42, 66, 91
Videoway cocoooccnconiccaroconinnninnnnananas
Vid Tech
Vidlék cirios
Viewstar
LOMO snin ena neral
13, 22, 58, 62, 20, 40, 26, 107
07, 23, 50, 129
A E
* 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, Cable Box and DSS Box brands require you to turn on the power manually.
* Not all functions listed may be controlled by this remote control.
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15

Tape Operation
Search System
Each time a rd is made, an invisible index mark is placed on the tape. When timer recordings are made,
program index and information are also included. These index marks can be used to access or scan recordings.
Program End Search | |
It is easy to locate the end of a recorded program allowing you to continue
recording where you left off.
SEACH Display SELECT SEARCH
C)- MODE in Stop or Play mode.
E Press SEARCH.*
. SELECT SEARCH MODE Display PROGRAM END
ZERO SEARCH SEARCH.
INDEX SEARCH
PROGRAM END SEARCH
1) Press AY to select.
2) Press P to
Start search,
SELECI:A Y KEY
SET :> KEY
END ¡SEARCH KEY
Examples of Program End Search operation. >, SELECT
E
eiat
[Lp
Programs
JI[BJ[
Program
2
or
BLANK
A
PLAY
eo
-
Y
¿STOP
the
current
tape
position
Y
>
:FE
End
Point
Press SEARCH button
FF
Fio.2
[EJ]
Proven
i]
evan
JE]
posan
2
[ou]
the current tape position
Press SEARCH button
FF
the current tape position
Press SEARCH button
Fis.s [Jr JR]
End Point ¢
If Program End Point (=p) is found.
The search continues slightly beyond the end point, then rewinds and
plays the last few seconds of the program and finally stop.
[y Progami | Programi lẹ Programi | AET Program 2 [ Program 2 (BLANK) ]
the current tape position
Press SEARCH button
Y End Point
If search exceeds
a few seconds in
BLANK area.
| SEARCH ¢ If Program End Search is started
very close to an index mark, one
FF
PLAY ———» ¡ REVERSE REAR program may be skipped over.
STOP * To cancel Program End Search,
press PLAY or STOP.
16 For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

*Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CH4/¥, NUMBERED keys,
INPUT, SEARCH or ADD/DLT button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Index Scan (For normal and /or timer recordings)
In Play mode, the first 10 seconds of each recording can be scanned
(forward or reverse).
1 om Display SELECT SEARCH
CD- MODE in Stop or Play mode.
5 Press SEARCH.”
SELECT
SEARCH
MODE
|
Select
INDEX
SEARCH.
ZERO
SEARCH
PROGRAM END SEARCH ar ,
¿SE |2) Press > to display.
SELECT:á ¥ KEY
7» KEY
¿SEARCH KEY
Start scan.
Press FF or REW.
A
AUTO INDEX SEARCH Cancel scan, start playback.
Press PLAY.
e To stop, press STOP.
<Example> Start here
pl AA SE
a
i y Play (for about 10 seconde):
i — Fast Forward or Rewind
1) Press AY to select.
4 play
SELECT/
SET
A :PLAY
Auto Operation Functions
@ Auto Playback
Insert tape --> Power turns on -->
--> Starts playback if record tab
(see page 24) is removed.
E Auto Rewind
Playback :
Manual Record |--> Tape end -->
Fast Forward
-->Rewinds (Auto)
@ Playback Auto Eject
(Repeat Play is “OFF”)
Playback --> Tape end --> Rewinds
--> Tape ejects (if without record tab)
E Memory Rewind Off
Rewind --> Press POWER -->
-->Turns off after completed
uonelado ade]
17

Tape
Operation
(continued)
Direct
Access
(For
normal
and
/or
timer
recordings)
Go directly to desired recording.
1
Display SELECT SEARCH
MODE in Stop or Play mode.
Press SEARCH.*
4 REW
Select INDEX SEARCH.
1) Press AY to select.
2) Press P to display.
SELECT SEARCH MODE
ZERO SEARCH
PROGRAM END SEARCH
D SELECT/
SET
A :PLAY
Y :STOP
> :FF
SELECT:à Y KEY
SET :> KEY
END : SEARCH KEY
INDEX Select the recording number.
oo œ| Press NUMBERED
DOOD keys.
O O mi ” To calculate number,
© see below.
Start search.
Press FF or REW.
INDEX
SEARCH
04
:
* When
search
is
or
finished,
playback
begins.
E To Calculate Index Number
Example 1:
If you are watching recording 4 and you want to watch recording 2,
enter 3 in step “3” and press REW.
ae a
Example 2:
If you are watching recording 2 and you want to watch recording 6,
enter 4 in step “3” and press FF. Notes)
A
A
Ne
*
Make
each
entry
within
10
seconds,
or
the
Index Search mode will be canceled.
very close to an index mark, that index
mark may not be counted in the search.
NOTE: indicates start points of each recording.
18
For
assistance,
call
1-800-211-PANA(7262).

*important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CH4/¥, NUMBERED keys,
INPUT, SEARCH or ADD/DLT button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Repeat Play
Set to see a recording over and over.
1 TAG mr pes ATON"
Press ACTION.*
Display CY (an) Display SET UP VCR. UP VCR.
1) Press AV to select.
2) Press » to display.
MENU
SET UP FEATURE
SET CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
1D 1 OMA / LANGUE: ENGLI SH
VCA' S OUTPUT CH: 3
SELECT :4 ¥ KEY
SET :> KEY
SET UP VCR
REMOTE WARN I NG
AUTO SHUT-OFF
1) Press AY to
select “REPEAT
PLAY.”
2) Press >» to set.
SELECT: ¥ KEY
SET :> KEY
END ¿ACTION KEY * Playback repeats when tape end is
reached or unrecorded portion over 30
seconds is detected.
Return to normal screen.
Press ACTION twice.
Zero Search
To quickly return to specific tape counter location.
Display Counter
a DISPLAY i 7
Press DISPLAY during playback.
b 12:00AM Reset to Ear
pa a ress
"O SE RESET at the desired
position.
C Continue to record, playback etc.
SEARCH Display SELECT SEARCH
d 7 MODE in Stop mode.
AS Press SEARCH.*
Start ZERO SEARCH.
SELECT SEARCH MODE
ZERO SEARCH
INDEX SEARCH
PROGRAM END SEARCH 2) Press to start.
SELECT: : Y KEY
SET » KEY
* Unit will go into FF or REW mode
and stop at the last point the
Counter was set to 0:00:00.
END SEARCH KEY
A DISPLAY
© SELECT/
= SET
A ¡PLAY
Y :STOP
* >»: FE
d search
1) Press AY to select.
COUNTER
RESET
uonesado sde]
ACM SKIP
Commercial Skip
VCR fast forwards.(skips) over 1-3
minutes of recorded tape.
Press CM SKIP in
Play mode.
* The skip time can be changed by pressing
CM SKIP button repeatedly as shown
below.
PLAY
}
1st Press — 1 min Skip
2nd i —+2 min Skip
3rd Press —+3 min Skip
19

Special VCR Features
IA check list before you begin.
CJ All connections are made. (See pages 4-5.)
O VCR is plugged in.
C] TV is tumed on and tuned to CH3, 4 or Video.
Tape Position Display Feature
To find out the present tape position.
Tape position cannot be detected for C-Cassette type and
tapes less than 60 minutes.
EJECT OISPLAY
Detect Tape Position.
GUID
TAPE POSITION ©
1
O
Press
TAPE
POSITION.
So
. #&:PLAY
a Y :STOP
C > :FF
` * “DETECTING TAPE POSITION”
| | only appears the first time a
cassette is inserted.
DETECTING TAPEPOSITION } . It takes several seconds for A ACTION
Į correct indication to appear. d
| 1 a
* The present tape position
indication is displayed. ia |l 1
kd
CET aC . TAPE
BEGIN END euge css mE | 2 POSITION
A
PANES
AE
EA
EE
SLOW
Ret t | S al
eturn to norma A pu
TAPE POSITION ORo
screen.
Press TAPE POSITION.
Remote Warning ON/OFF Feature
If Multi-brand feature is used (page 14), and this feature is set to
on, a warning appears whenever an invalid key is pressed in TV,
DSS, or Cable mode.
Display MENU.
VCR Lock Feature
All operations are prohibited except timer
recording and tape eject. Useful for families
Press ACTION. with small children.
z Press REC in
fa rec | Stop mode.
a
Display
SET
UP
VCR.
=
SET
up
FE
U
To
turn
on:
SET UP CHANNEL
IDiOMA/ LANGUE: ENGL | SH
VCR S OUTPUT CH:3
SELECT: Y KEY
SET :> KEY
END -:ACTION KEY
SET UP VCA
REPEAT PLAY
AUTO SHUT-OFF
SELECT:A Y KEY
SET :> KEY
END ¿ACTION KEY
1) Press AY to
select.
2) Press P to
display.
Set ON or OFF.
1) Press AV to
select.
* “OFF” --> remote warning will
not appear even if
invalid key is pressed.
Return to normal
screen.
Press ACTION twice.
2) Press » to set.
In Stop mode, hold
down REC on the
VCR without a
cassette inserted for
7 seconds.
VCR LOCK ACTIVATED
To turn off:
Repeat above.
VCR LOCK OFF
For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).