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1. refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these sateguards 1 6 1 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 well 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 int
2. 6 7 3 Oprimir AV y lt P para elegir y fijar las siguientes fijaciones Fijaciones Hora de inicio e Hora de parada Canal o LINEA para una fuente externa e Velecidad de la cinta SP LP SLP Para hacer correcciones Oprimir gt sucesivamente para avanzar u para retroceder hasta el paso que desea corregir 4 Oprimir PROG para terminar la programaci n 72 2232222002 21 A i 2i CANCELAR ADD DLT ELEGIA 1 8 4 Y ENTRAR TERMINAR PROG Para hacer m s programaciones Oprimir AV y gt para elegir y fijar un n mero de programaci n en blanco y luego repita los pasos 2 y 3 5 Oprimir PROG para salir desde este modo y volver a la pantalla normal 6 Oprimir POWER y apague TIMER el aparato para la grabaci n t 7 IN con temporizador Si la fuente de la grabaci n es una caja de TV por cable aseg rese de que la caja de TV por cable est encendido y est sintonizado al canal que desea grabar Panel delantero UOIJBULIOJU 13410 Quick Use Guide This guide should only be used once you are familiar with the operations inside this manual If you have any problems or need more information please refer to the page listed Clock Reset page 13 E Le 4 gt LF ACTION JO TOMA LANGUE ENGL SH O ACTION l SELECT nos v SELECT KEY A Display END ACTION KEY Select END ACTION KEY Set the clock Start the clock 4 the menu SET CL
3. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS There are no express warranties except as listed above THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO TAPES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCTS OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THE WARRANTY ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the Customer Satisfaction Center at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company address above SERVICE CALLS WHICH DO NOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP AS DETERMINED BY THE WARRANTOR IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION ARE NOT COVERED COSTS OF SUCH SERVICE CALLS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER warvid 10 20 97 Q pura gt O 5 gt e 3 pe O Spanish Quick Use Guide Gu a para r pida consulta Para fijar el idioma canal y reloj 1 Encienda
4. FLORIDA 3700 North 29th Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood FL 33020 GEORGIA 8655 Roswell Road Suite 100 Atlanta GA 30350 ILLINOIS 1703 North Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 Pick up Drop off only 9060 Golf Road Nites IL 60714 MARYLAND 62 Mountain Road Glen Burnie MD 21061 MASSACHUSETTS 60 Glacier Drive Suite G Westwood MA 02090 MICHIGAN 37048 Van Dyke Avenue Sterling Heights MI 48312 MINNESOTA 7850 12th Avenue South Airport Business Center Bloomington MN 55425 OHIO 2236 Waycross Road Civic Center Plaza Forest Park OH 45240 PENNSYLVANIA 2221 Cabot Blvd West Suite B Langhorne PA 19047 Chartiers Valley Shopping Center 1025 Washington Pike Bridgeville PA 15017 Service in Puerto Rico TENNESSEE 919 8th Avenue South Nashville TN 37203 TEXAS 7482 Harwin Drive Houston TX 77036 13615 Welch Road Suite 101 Farmers Branch TX 75244 WASHINGTON 20425 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 HAWAII 99 859 Iwaiwa Street Aiea Hawaii 96701 Phone 808 488 1996 Fax 808 486 4369 Matsushita Electric of Puerto rico Inc Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 Accessory Purchases Customer Orders Only 800 211 PANA 7262 28 As of October 97 Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Panasonic Sales Company Division of
5. In TV mode the following buttons are available TV POWER INPUT NUMBERED keys ENTER CH UP DOWN VOL UP DOWN VCR VCR TV PLAY STOP FF REW PAUSE SLOW REC SPEED COUNTER RESET ZERO 1 MIN DSS CABLE Mode In DSS CABLE mode the following buttons are available DSS CABLE POWER NUMBERED keys ENTER CH UP DOWN TV VOL UP DOWN VCR VCR TV PLAY STOP FF REW PAUSE SLOW REC SPEED COUNTER RESET ZERO 1 MIN 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 O a lt O c O a 3 O O Special VCR Features Important VCR Lock Feature If the remote control POWER ACTION PROG CHA INDEX or When activated this feature prohibits all operations except for timer ADD DLT button does not work when recording and tape eject This feature may be used to keep young children pressed press the VCR button on the rom operating Me remote and try the button again Hold down REC TIME on the VCR without a cassette inserted for 7 seconds during Power On mode a aaa aa NO CASSETTE PLEASE INSERT A i CASSETTE is displayed when REC T A check list before you begin is pressed Please disregard this ma O All connections are made and continue to hold down REC TIME for See pages 6 9 7 seconds O VCR is plugged in LJ TV is turned on and set to the VCR To Cancel the VCR Lo
6. one unscrambled channel IN FROM CABLE You cannot record scrambled channels with this connection Cable TV Converter Box OUT With Two Converter Descrambler Boxes Converter Box 1 If you want to record and IN FROM view a combination of TV CABLE IN FROM ANT yc scrambled and 2 Way unscrambled channels you will need additional equipment This connection requires two converter boxes an A B switch and a 2 way splitter as shown here Splitter VHF UHF Coaxial Cable OUT A B Switch 8 If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO iN terminals you can connect Audio Video Connections your VCR to them to receive a higher quality picture and sound If your TV is not stereo you can connect a stereo amplifier to the VCR to enjoy stereo sound O O 3 O 2 O 5 0 Audio Video Connections IN FROM ANT AUDIO OUTS ii ill ME avo IN BS VIDEO IN 1 Connect the VIDEO OUT termina 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 To use your TV as a VCR monitor set the VIDEO TV selector on the TV Monitor Receiver to VIDEO NOTE Note to CABLE system installer This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system instalter s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC in USA and to the Canadian Electrical Code
7. r Q po T TV UHF VHF Band VHF Separator not supplied RF Coaxial Cable Case 2 Screw Type Terminal 75 300 ohm Transformer not supplied Case 3 Double Screw Type Terminal TV UHF VHF Band VHF Separator not supplied UHF Case 4 Complex TV Terminal TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET ANT2 Connect to one of the ANT terminals and select the same antenna number on the TV Other Connections All connections on these pages are made with 75 Ohm coaxial cables CABLE Connections pag Without a Converter Descrambler Box Jen iN FROM ANT You can 1 Use your VCR Remote Control to select channels 2 Program one or more unscrambled channels for IN FROM gt unattended recording AE k OUT TO TV You cannot record or view scrambled channels with this connection With a CABLE to VCR Converter Descrambler Box You can Cable TV 1 Record and view any channel including Converter Box scrambled channels channel selection must be made at the Cable TV Converter Box 2 Program one channel for unattended recording You cannot select channels from VCR or TV watch one station while recording another VHF UHF place channels in memory pg 12 other than the Cable box output channel With a VCR to TV Converter Descrambler Box You can IN FROM ANT 1 Use your VCR Remote Control to select channels 2 Program unattended recordings of more than
8. you watch any channel you choose e To switch back and forth between the recording and viewing channel press VCR TV Selecting Channels at the VCR 1 Tum your TV and VCR on VCR Indicator lights on the Multi Function Display If indicator doesn t light press VCR TV to turn it on 2 Use CH A F on the remote control or VCR to select channels To switch back to TV channel selection press VCR TV to tum VCR indicator off or simply turn the VCR power off 4 17 e D e O O D D Y O 5 O Timer Recording O O Important If the remote control POWER ACTION PROG CHA INDEX or ADD DLT button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again You can set up the VCR to record a one time daily or weekly program while you are 1 Press PROG to display the away or otherwise occupied Up to 8 program screen programs can be stored in memory START STOP CH Ifa program is already in memory press AV and to select an unused program number Z check list before you begin 2 Press AV and to select and O All connections are made PROG KEY See pages 6 9 set one of the following as the DATE O TV and VCR are plugged in and tumed on e 1 31 One time recording C VCR TV selector is set to VCR e DAILY Same time MON FRI O Clock is set to correct time WEEKLY SUN SAT Same time once a week L Record tab in place See page 5 E
9. Operating Humidity 10 75 Weight 7 5 lbs 3 4 kg Dimensions 14 15 16 W x 3 2 3 H x 12 3 16 D 380 W x 93 H x 310 D mm Note Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice Basic Connection ANTENNA INDOOR OUTDOOR Cable TV ANTENNA ANTENNA or or 1 Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TV and connect it to the VCR IN FROM ANT VCR rl Antenna Cable bre ae 3 Set the Output Channel of your VCR to channel 3 or 4 whichever is not being RF Coaxial Cable transmitted on by a Local TV broadcast VCR TV Connection Cable supplied 2 Connect the VCR to your TV with the RF Coaxial Cable OUT TO TV WARNING When using Nut type RF coaxial cables tighten with fingers only Overtightening may damage terminals Between Antenna and VCR Case 1 Twin Lead Cable Only To VCR Terminal lt We Flat Twin Lead 300 Ohm Cable 300 75 ohm Transformer not supplied Case 2 Twin Lead Coaxial Cables UHF VHF Band Mixer not supplied Round 75 Ohm eS To VCR Terminal Case 3 Two Twin Lead Cables TO dl Jay grs EY 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 Between VCR and TV Case 1 Screw amp Plug Type Terminal O e 5 O Y
10. and inspected for use in 2 4 6 and 8 hour VCR machines be used FCC Warming Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user s authority to operate CAUTION This symbol wams the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may AN have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock Therefore it is dangerous ase to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation NO USER BEAVICEAGLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL and maintenance of this unit has been included Therefore it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems Table of Contents Important Safeguards and Precautions cooooonccccccnnccnococannnncnnononononnnanannnnnnrnnnonancrnnnanaanannonar rc na ncann ones 3 Unpacking Your VCR Product Features 200 0 ecesessssseessneceeenerenaceeseseeneeeneenaaaeseeeseeeeeesenssnaeetensenes 4 VCR and Cassette Information Record Tab Tape Speeds Head Cleaning DST Specifications momoo 5 Basic Connection Antenna and VCR VCR and TV cooccocccccncanacnonaccnndonanihonnarnacacicnnnonoss eiii did 6 7 Other Connections CABLE Audio Video cooonoconaccncanacinncononononoconaccnonrocoroco nono ronon raro nonan sonoros renonaararos 8 9 Getting Started Location of Controis Remo
11. 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 Remote Control Buttons VCR See pages 24 25 POWER See pages 12 18 19 25 VCR TV See pages 12 17 23 25 PLAY See pages 15 21 25 SELECT UP See pages 12 14 18 19 22 26 REWIND SEARCH See pages 15 20 21 25 SET BACKSPACE See pages 12 13 18 19 ACTION See pages 12 14 22 26 PAUSE See pages 15 16 23 25 NUMBERED KEYS See pages 13 16 20 25 DISPLAY ENTER See pages 14 16 22 24 25 INDEX See pages 20 21 SPEED See pages 16 25 COUNTER RESET See pages 22 25 TV See pages 24 25 DSS CABLE See pages 24 25 INPUT See pages 17 23 25 FAST FORWARD SEARCH See pages 15 20 21 25 SET See pages 12 14 18 19 22 26 STOP See pages 15 16 19 21 25 SELECT DOWN See pages 12 14 18 19 22 26 PROGRAM See pages 18 19 RECORD TIME See pages 16 25 SLOW See pages 15 25 ADD DELETE See pages 13 19 CHANNEL UP DOWN TRACKING UP DOWN See pages 12 13 15 17 23 25 VOLUME UP DOWN See page 25 ZERO SEARCH 1 MINUTE SKIP See pages 22 25 Front View of the VCR Cassette Compartment VCR TV Selector See pages 15 16 23 PLAY See pages STOP EJECT See pages 12 17 23 25 See pages 3 15 19 21 23
12. is a power interruption of more than one minute the recording will not be performed or continue POWER Display Panel SELECT SET AV lt 4P keys PROG ADD DELETE Cancel a 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 Display Panel Replace Program Contents Recording is not in progress P OT START STOP CH SPD 1 Press PROG to display all currently 2 a 19 00P12 00P128 SP 3 10 8 00P 9 00P 10 SP set programs 4 SU 9 00P10 00P L LP 2 Press AY and P to select and SELECT 1 026 KEY set a program number END PROG KEY See page 18 3 Press AV and 4P to select and set replacement timer information QA START STOP CH 8 SAT 10 00P 12 00P 125 INF SLP SELEC SHARI DATE SELECT 4 Y KEY SET 4 KEY END PROG KEY 4 Press PROG twice to exit this mode Review or Clear Program Contents Recording is not in progress l 1 Press PROG to display all currently fP oT srarr stop CH SPO 1DAY 9 00A12 00A 0B SP set programs 8 10 00P12 00P125 SP 3 10 8 00P 9 00P 10 SP 4 SU 9 00P10 00P L LP u D 2 o Oo 3 O o e 5 2 Press AV to select TIMER Sees trated PROGRAM and then press P to ELECT 1 8 4 v KEY display all currently set programs D _ PROG 3 Press AV to select a program number P DT START STOP CH SPD J a 10 00P12
13. o las CA 08 teclas num ricas para elegir un canal Para grabar desde una fuente externa oprimir CH A F o INPUT para elegir LINEA 3 Oprimir SPEED para cambiar la velocidad de la cinta SP Reproducci n est ndar LP Larga duraci n SLP Superlarga duraci n 4 Oprimir REC TIME en el control remoto o videograbadora para empezar a grabar Oprimir PAUSE para hacer una pausa en la grabaci n en progreso Grabaci n de un toque OTR La videograbadora termina la grabaci n a una hora programada En el paso 4 oprimir repetidamente REC TIME para fijar el tiempo de grabaci n Cada presi n cambiar la hora de parada como demuestra al siguiente ous nomal 0 30 1 00 4 00 3 00 4 2 004 NO 5 Oprimir STOP para parar la grabaci n Operaciones b sicas para la Programaci n f cil para la grabaci n grabaci n con temporizador 1 Oprimir PROG para LENA INICIO PARADA CA exhibir ta pantalla de HS la programaci n e Si ya existe una programaci n EleGIA a v memorizada oprimir AV y gt TEARINAR PROG para elegir un n mero sin programaci n 2 Oprimir AV y gt para elegir y fijar uno de los siguientes e 1 31 Grabaci n de una sola vez DIARIO A una misma hora LUN VIE e SEMANAL Una vez a la semana a una misma hora Fecha fe hoy Ejemplo SEMANALISAB 7 8 90 Bt g ANAL A V Orden para elegir 2 SEMANAL DOM DIARIA
14. 00P125 SP 3 10 8 00P 9 00P 10 SP 4 Press ADD DLT if you want 4 su 9 00P10 00P L LP to clear the program SELECT 8 4 y KEY ENTER p KEY 5 Press PROG to exit this mode END___ PROG KEY Timer Recording Using VCR Buttons Make sure a cassette tape is not inserted in the VCR 1 Hold down STOP EJECT and press REW to enter the Program mode 2 Press FF or REC TIME repeatedly or hold down to make selections 3 Press PLAY to set the item and move on To make corrections repeatedly press PLAY to move the cursor to the right or REW to move to the left to the incorrect entry and make the correction 4 Press STOP EJECT and REW together to display program contents after all items have been entered e You cannot clear programs with the VCR buttons 5 Hold down STOP EJECT and press REW release REW first and then release STOP EJECT to exit this mode 6 Insert a cassette with record tab and press POWER off to set the timer 19 CESA Tape Operation mi Our Vacation Important If the remote control POWER ACTION PROG CHA INDEX or ADD DLT button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again VHS Index Search System Each time you start a recording an invisible index mark is automatically placed on the tape You can then use these index marks to access or scan your recordings Direct Access This feature allows you to go directly to the recording you want from anyw
15. 25 15 16 19 23 25 FAST FORWARD SEARCH See pages 15 19 20 24 25 POWER See pages 12 18 19 25 RECORD TIME See pages 16 19 23 25 CHANNEL UP DOWN RA TRACKING V LOCK REWIND SEARCH See pages 12 15 17 25 Display Panel See pages 15 19 20 21 25 See pages 11 15 19 10 Display Panel VCR Indicator Lights when the VCR TV selector is set to VCR REC Indicator Lights during recording Power Indicator POWER R TIMER FE Lights when E power is on i C T 5 Q Y Q mi O e Timer indicator Lights when the VCR is set tor a Timer Recording or when a length is set for normal recording OTR Flashes when the Timer Recording is set but a tape has not been inserted into the VCR or when the clock is not set Rear View of the VCR AC Power Plug When plugged into an AC outlet the VCR consumes 3 2 W of electric power in OFF condition Video Output Connector See pages 9 23 Audio Output Connector See pages 9 23 VHF UHF Antenna Input Terminal See pages 6 9 i A SN LN E VHF UHF Antenna Output Terminal See pages 6 9 23 Video Input Connector See page 23 Audio Input Connector Channel 3 4 Switch See page 23 See pages 6 12 11 b One Time VCR Setup When the VCR is tumed on for the first time it automatically enters the setup mode Setup includes the following Choose the la
16. 8 Oprimir ACTION dos veces para iniciar a funcionar el reloj y salir desde este modo FIJAR 4 gt INICIA ACTION 30 Para fijar o fijar de nuevo el reloj En caso de que el reloj es incorrecto o ha ocurrido un corte el ctrico 1 Oprimir ACTION para que aparezca la pantalla del men ANAL LANGUE LANGUAGE ESPANOL ELEGIA a Y FIJAR TERMINAR ACTION 2 Oprimir AY para elegir FIJAR RELOJ y luego oprimir para que aparezca la pantalla de FIJAR RELOJ 3 Oprimir AV y 4P para elegir y fijar la hora y la techa 4 Oprimir ACTION dos veces para iniciar a funcionar el reloj y salir desde este modo Ady FIJAR RELOJ VERANO ACT ELEGIA MESI ELEGIR 4 FIJAR TEAMINAR ACTION ido ELEGIA 4 Y FIJAR 4 gt TERMINAR AGT I ON Operaciones basicas para la reproducci n 1 introducir una cinta VGR Esta indicaci n aparece en E l EIEN el panel delantero 2 Oprimir PLAY en el control remoto o en la videograbadora para comenzar a reproducir 3 Oprimir STOP en el control remoto o en la videograbadora para parar la reproducci n 4 Oprimir STOP EJECT para expulsar la cinta Para buscar una escena en particular durante la reproducci n Oprimir REW o FF durante la reproducci n para buscar una escena e La velocidad de b squeda es a 21 veces m s r pida para el mode SLP 1 introducir una cinta con la lenqueta 2 Oprimir CH A
17. A can be obtained during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company PASC Factory Servicenter listed tn the Service Directory Or call toll free 1 800 211 PANA 7262 to locate an authonzed PASC Servicenter Carry in or mail in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the original purchase is requires before warranty service is rendered This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal maintenance including but not limited to video and audio head cleaning The warranty does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration modification faulty installation set up adjustments improper antenna inadequate signal pickup maladjustment of consumer controls improper operation power line surge improper voltage supply lightning damage commercial use such as hotel office restaurant or other business or rental use of the product or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter or damage that is attributable to acts of God
18. Dec 31 2096 11 59PM Normal TV or Cable channels are automatically selected and placed in memory depending on To Replace Channels in Memory In case you have cable installed etc 1 Press ACTION to display the menu SET UP VCA 2 Press AY to select SET CLOCK UP CHANNEL and then SONOMA CANGUE ENGL SH press P to display the SELECT Y KEY SET UP CHANNEL screen Exo 3 Press AY to select ACTION KEY ANTENNA and then O press gt to set your antenna dd system TV or CABLE O CABLE 4 Press AY to select AUTO aap SET and then press gt set KEY ne to display the CHANNEL AUTO SET screen e If you use a cable box it must be left on for auto channel set 5 Press CH A to start Channel Auto Set To exit this mode press ACTION twice To Set or Reset the Clock In case the clock is wrong or a power failure occurred 1 Press ACTION to display the menu SET UP VCR 2 Press AY to select SET CLOCK and then press gt LORA LANGE ENGL I SH to display the SET CLOCK serect a kev screen SET b KEY END ACTION KEY 3 Press AV and 4P to select and set the date time and DST Daylight Saving Time BE 4 Press ACTION twice to stan the clock and exit SELECT A KEY s SET 4 gt KEY this mode ENO ACTION KEY To Add or Delete a Channel 1 Select a channel using the EOL 09 Nee NUMBERED keys to add or CH A F to delete 2 Press ADD DLT to add or d
19. E OR REFER TO MANUAL END PLAY KEY Reset all VCR Memory Functions Use when moving the VCR to a new location or if a mistake was made in the One Time VCA Setup section Make sure a tape is not inserted in the VCR 1 Turn VCR Power on 2 Press and hold both PLAY and CHANNEL A on the VCR for more than 5 seconds The power will shut off 3 Perform the One Time VCR Setup section on page 12 D S T Daylight Saving Time Your VCR can be set to automatically adjust the clock for Daylight Saving Time Page 13 Spring First Sunday in April When set to DST ON the VCR will automatically set the clock ahead one hour Autumn Last Sunday in October When set to DST ON the VCR will automatically set the 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 Specifications Power Source 120V AC 60 Hz Power Consumption Approx 18 watts Power On Approx 3 2 watts Power Off Video Signal EIA Standard NTSC color Video Recording System 2 rotary heads helical scanning system Audio Track 1 track Normal Tuner Broadcast Channels VHF 2 13 UHF 14 69 CABLE Channels Midband A through 14 22 Superband J through W 23 36 Hyperband AA EEE 37 64 Lowband A 5 A 1 95 99 Special CABLE channel 5A 01 Ultraband 65 94 100 125 Operating Temperature 41 F 104 F 5 C 40 C
20. ET CLOCK screen ce eee bd and then press P to enter END ACTION KEY Make each entry within 5 minutes or the VCR exits the Set Clock screen Remaining Items 7 Press AV and db to select io DE Rat and set remaining items at right Date Year f k Time Pressing will move back to an item E DST Daylight Saving for correction Time see page 5 8 Press ACTION twice to start T CLOCK the clock and exit this mode 1 4 2000 TUE 12 008 ew ee we Bee ew ewww ewes SET COMPLETED SET 4 KEY START ACTION KEY SELECT SET AYA keys ACTI N ADD NUMBERED DELETE keys CHANNEL UP 100 key To Change On Screen Display Language 1 Press ACTION to display the menu 2 Press AY to select PIGUET ENGL SH TER TANGUAGE SBOE Fete nglis gt Spanish IDIOMA END ACTION KEY French LANGUE 3 Press gt repeatedly to change the language SET UP VCA SET CLOCK SET UP CHANN REGLAGE MAGNETOSCOPE 3 d REGLAGE rra REGLAGE C LANGUAGE i i D Le FRANCA IS Y FIJAR SEL TERMINAR ACTION REGLER gt FIN ACTION 4 Press ACTION to exit this mode When Using the 100 key When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125 with the NUMBERED keys first press the 100 key and then enter the remaining two digits For example to select channel 125 Press NUMBERED keys 100 then 2 then 5 E how your VCR is hooked up e This VCR will accurately maintain its calendar up to
21. ION 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 a 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 bu lt in installation such as a book case or rack unless proper ventilation is provided AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or regutator 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 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 fail 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
22. Matsushita Electric Corporation Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc of America AVE 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 One Panasonic Way San Gabriel Industrial Park Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 PANASONIC Video Products Limited Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company collectively referred to as the Warrantor will repair this product with new or refurbished parts free of charge in the USA or Puerto Rico in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows all time periods commence from the date of the original purchase PRODUCT PARTS LABOR CAMCORDER ONE 1 YEAR EXCEPT CCD IMAGE SENSOR NINETY 90 DAYS CCD IMAGE SENSOR SIX 6 MONTHS NINETY 90 DAYS VCR ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS A V MIXER ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS MONITOR VCR ONE 1 YEAR EXCEPT CRT NINETY 90 DAYS CRT TWO 2 YEARS CRT NINETY 90 DAYS CUSTOMER PAYS ALL LABOR CHARGES AFTER 90 DAYS Monitor VCR In home or carry in Service 22 diagonal CRT LCD and Larger Monitor VCR Carry in Service 21 diagonal CRT LCD and smaller Batteries if included New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten 10 days Non rechargeable batteries are not warranted Tape if included New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for five 5 days in home carry in or mail in service as applicable in the US
23. OCK exit this mode Playback a Tape page 15 ee insert a tape Tum TV on PLAY sre Select VCR KSN Channel 3 4 fot Gar 1 Start playback Stop playback Eject tape Make a Recording page 16 Insert a tape with Record Tab E SPEED SP Turn TV on 8 LP z Select VCR SLP REC TIME Channel 3 4 i Select channel Select speed Start recording Stop recording Set a Timer Recording page 18 AE START STOP CH a i P DT START STOP CH SPD aS TKA O ic es eee mS PROG O PROG A E O RE CANCEL ADO DLT KEY SELECT Y KEY y SELECT 1 8 4 v KEY SET KEY Do ENTER b KEY Turn VCR off Es reido E Enter timer Once to finish the ED Pese to set the timer prog information Program twice to exit this mode Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Printed in Japan Q VQTS3438 A i
24. Standard Play LP Long Play SLP Super Long Play See page 5 4 Press REC TIME on the remote control or VCR to 5 start recording To edit out unwanted portions press PAUSE to pause the recording in progress To release press PAUSE again After the VCA has been in Pause mode for 5 minutes it will 4 stop automatically to protect the tape and video head One Touch Timer Recording OTR The VCR starts recording and turns itself off at a preset time In step 4 press REC TIME repeatedly to set the length of the recording Each press will change the stop time as shown Normal Rec 0 30 1 00 CHANNEL Up Down 004 3 00 4 2 00 4 1 30 TIMER lights in the Multi Function Display The remaining recording time can be displayed by pressing DISPLAY in OTR mode 5 Press STOP to stop recording e Or press STOP EJECT on the VCR 16 CHANNEL Up Down Display Panel CHANNEL Up Down Selecting the Input Mode Press INPUT The display will change in the order below Channel gt LINE Number or Press CH A V The display will change in the order below 1 2 3 CABLE TV LINE4 125 or 69 Record One Program While Watching Another 1 Press VCR TV while recording is in progress to turn off the VCR indicator in the Multi Function Display 2 Use the TV channel controls to select a program The VCR will continue to record your program while
25. T 4 oa B iri Dany r r nta SET Video Cassette Recorder MODEL VHQ820 OWNER S MANUAL Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect operate or adjust this product Please save this manual Spanish Quick Use Guide is included Guia para rapida consulta en espa ol est includo Quick Use Guide is on the back cover VOTS3438 A SUOINISBULOY 6 M 5 te ep PF y mi T o uonelado gt 1seg og ues NOA 3401N O er ny D i hy 2 3 put mes Oo 3 6d 9d vid Old 6ld Slid 9 d 0 d y ho j l 11 fak o A O a E Mm n Things You Should Know Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address 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 Dealer Phone No Please fill in the information at right The serial number Model No VHO820 is on the tag located on the back of your VCR Serial No 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 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
26. Y READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT INSTALLATION 1 POWER SOURCE CAUTI N 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 Dealer verity 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 reversing it If it still will not fit have an electrician install the proper wall outlet Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION 1 OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION If an outside antenna or cable system jee anona is connected to the equipment Teal COE 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 pan 1 of the Canadian Etectrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge u
27. ck feature VCR LOCK OFF channel CH 3 or 4 with or without a cassette inserted hold down REC TIME on the VCR for 7 seconds again while in Stop mode VCR Lock mode is cancelled automatically REC TIME after about 24 hours as long as the clock is set Blue Back ON OFF Feature You may choose whether or not you want the VCR to display a solid blue back screen when the broadcast signal is very weak 1 Press ACTION to display the menu SET CLOCK SET UP CHAN 2 Press AV to select SETUP VCR TO1OMA LANGUE ENGL I SH and then press P to display the SELECT 4 KEY SET UP VCR screen END ACTION KEY SET UP VCR 3 Press AV to select NOISY CH ee BLUE BACK and then press gt Eg oN to select ON or OFF When ON is selected a solid blue screen SELECT A EY appears whenever the signal is weak or END ACTION KEY nonexistent When OFF is selected the picture is displayed regardless of the signal condition The picture can not always be seen clearly when OFF is selected 4 Press ACTION twice to exit TN When the VCR is connected to a Combination VCR which has a Blue Back feature even if the VCR Blue Back is set to NY OFF on the VCR the screen will go to blue back O T CON Q D br Warning Beeper Feature When you select BEEPER ON a short warning will sound each time an invalid entry or incomplete operation is made Press ACTION to dis
28. cording Using VER Buttons ina s 19 VHS Index Search System Direct Access Search Index Scan Search oococonnononcccconancanonnnnnnonaanannnnno no 20 21 LOTO SAN oo 22 VCR and Cassette Information Erase Protection Record Tab Cassettes have a record tab to ensure that recordings are not accidentally erased To prevent accidental erasure break off the tab with a screwdriver To record again cover the hole with cellophane t Maximum Record Playback Time Only use tapes with the mark in this unit Tape Speed Type of Video Cassette sil rizo meo 2 Hours 40 Minutes SP Standard Play 1 Hour sai 5 Hours SLP Head Cleaning Your VCR will not normally require head cleaning however the heads may become clogged when playing an old or damaged tape Video Heads Sensor System Hf head cleaning becomes necessary the VCR will display the screen at right while playing back a recorded signal To exit this screen push PLAY on the remote contro or VCR Use dry type head cleaning cassette only Be sure to follow the cleaning tape instructions carefully Excessive use of a cleaning cassette can shorten head lite If using a head cleaning cassette does not solve the problem contact your nearest Factory Service Center or authorized Service Center See page 36 Cleaning cassette part No NV TCL30PT is recommended VIDEO HEADS MAY NEEO CLEANING PLEASE tNSEAT HEAD CLEANING CASSETT
29. de A Press INDEX in Playback or Stop mode b Press REW or FF to begin the scan As each index mark is reached a short playback will be performed after which FF or REW resumes AUTO INDEX SEARCH C Press PLAY to cancel the scan and begin playback You may also press STOP to stop the tape Start here q Indexed Point i STOP STOP i w Play for about 10 seconds 1 Fast Forward or Rewind i i Auto Operation Functions Auto Playback When a tape is inserted the power turns on Auto If the record tab is removed playback begins Auto S O O lt je Z 2 Q U O Auto Rewind When a tape reaches its end during playback fast forward or manual record the VCR will rewind and go into Stop mode Playback Auto Eject Repeat Play is OFF When a tape without a record tab is played to its end the VCR will rewind and then eject the tape Memory Rewind Off When the POWER button is pressed during rewind the VCR will turn off after rewind is complete For record tab information see page 5 Tape Operation continued Important If the remote control POWER ACTION PROG CHA amp INDEX or ADD DLT button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again Your VCR is equipped with several time saving features as well as convenient automatic functions making tape operation easier than ever One Minute Skip Th
30. e VCR rapidly skips over one minute of tape A press ZERO MIN in Play mode The VCR wili go into FF search mode and skip over 60 seconds of recorded time Normal playback will then resume 22 2 Press AY to select SET UP SET Cl Press ZERO 1MIN in Stop mode Repeat Play The VCR will play your recording over and over 1 Press ACTION to display the menu SET CLOCK SET UP CHAN NEL 1D OMA LANGUE ENGLI SH SELECT 4 Y KEY gt gt KEY ENO ACTION KEY VCR and then press P to display the SET UP VCR screen SET UP VCR 3 Press AV to select REPEAT PLAY and then press P to ON select ON or OFF NOISY CH BLUE BACK ON When ON is selected the VCR plays the tape to its end or until a blank portion of over 30 seconds is detected END ACTION KEY erased portions are not considered blank The tape is then rewound and played again and again until Repeat Play is turned off SELECT amp Y KEY SET 7 KEY 4 Press ACTION twice to return to the normal screen Zero Search To quickly return to a specific tape location A Press DISPLAY to display the Time Counter overlay during playback STOP 12 00AM CH 08 0 00 30 SP D press COUNTER RESET to reset the Time Counter to 0 00 00 at the desired position C Continue playback rewind or fast forward STOP 12 00AM CH 06 0 00 00 SP when you want to return to 0 00 00 The VCR will go i
31. el televisor y la videograbadora 2 Sintonice el televisor al canal de salida de la videograbadora el mismo canal que ha fijado en la parte trasera de la videograbadora canal 3 o 4 Si esta usando los terminales de audio video para su conexi n fije el televisor al modo de entrada de video 3 Oprimir CH A para elegir el idioma de la pantalla en ingl s O oprimir CH W para elegir el idioma de la pantalla en espa ol O oprimir VCR TV para elegir el idioma de la pantalla en franc s Ud podr fijar tambi n usando los mismos botones que est n ubicados en la videograbadora La videograbadora debe conectarse a una antena o caja de TV por cable SELECT LANGUAGE PUSH VCR CH 4 ENGLISH OPAIMIR VCR CH ESPA OL FRANCAIS APP VOR TV 4 Oprimir CH A para iniciar la fijaci n autom tica de los canales POR FAVOR FIJE RELOJ CON LA TECLA MENU aparece 5 Oprimir ACTION para que aparezca la pantalla de fijaci n del reloj Introduzca los datos en 5 minutos o la videograbadora saldr de la pantalla de la fijaci n del reloj d7 FIJAR RELOJ VERANO ACT ELEGIR MES ELEGIA FIJAR TERMINAR ACTION 6 Oprimir AY para elegir el mes y luego oprimir para fijar el mes 7 Oprimir AV y gt para Fijaciones elegir y fijar las fijaciones Jade A o restantes que est n a la SNOT derecha Hora veraniega FIJAR AELOJ 1 412000 HAR 12 00PH VERANO ACT
32. elete the channel To select a channel once it s deleted use the NUMBERED keys on the remote control CHANNEL 08 DELE TEO 13 G T as 5 Q Y re N m O o On Screen Displays OSD Important If the remote control POWER ACTION PROG CHA INDEX or ADD DLT button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again Function amp Channel Display When a function button is pressed e g PLAY or you change channels a 4 second display appears first in large and then small characters Menu Screen 1 Press ACTION to display the menu 2 Press AV and P to make your selection END SET UP CHANNEL 1D OMA LANGUE ENGL SH SELECT 4 Y KEY SET Pb KEY ACTION KEY To get the most from each feature please read the Operating Manual before attempting any operation VCR Status Clock Display Press DISPLAY to display or remove the overlay shown below Current Time Channel Function Status REC 12 00AM CH 08 0 25 0 12 34 SP Counter Tape Speed Rec Time Remaining See page 5 OTR mode only sea page 16 Blank Tape No Video Signal Indication Whenever a blank section of a tape comes up in Play mode or when the selected channel has no broadcast signal with the Blue Back ON OFF Feature page 26 set to ON the TV screen will turn solid blue 14 Warning and Instruction Displays These displays will alert you
33. er will rotate for to rotate about 5 minutes This reduces response time from Stop to Play mode from Play to Rewind Search mode The top of the playback picture waves back and Because the VCR playback signal is not as stable as an off the air forth excessively TY signal the top of your TV screen may be bent or unstable during playback Slowly tum the horizontal hold control on your TV to correct the wavy picture If your TV does not have a horizontal hold control or adjusting the control does not help please contact your local TV service center If you cannot resolve the problem please call the Customer Satisfaction Center for product assistance at 201 348 9090 To locate an authorized servicenter please call toll free 1 800 211 PANA 7262 UOIEWIOJU 13410 Service Center List For Product Information Operating Assistance Literature Request Dealer Locations and all Customer Service inquiries please contact 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9am 9pm Saturday Sunday 9am 7pm EST Web Site http AVWW Panasonic com You can purchase parts accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site Factory Servicenters Locations CALIFORNIA 6550 Katella Avenue Cypress CA 90630 800 Dubuque Avenue S San Francisco CA 94080 20201 Sherman Way Suite 102 Canoga Park CA 91306 3878 Ruffin Road Suite A San Diego CA 92123 COLORADO 1640 South Abilene Street Suite D Aurora CO 80012
34. he indent on the case and snap the lid into place RF Coaxial Cable Battery replacement caution VJASO196 Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries To order accessories call toll free 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Product Features All Channel Auto Set 181 CH TV CABLE Tuner occcccnnncnccoronercnnecnnncnnennneninninanianananoninacinanaconaso 12 13 AUTO Daylight Saving TI il id 5 Auto Features tor a Quality PICTUTO cccioicocnoloopiipes Secch accu ce tscawa eas vdecacdaveseestisaenecenhaniervens cunado n ada cmo 15 Auto Operation Functions Auto Playback Rewind Tape Eject Power off oooononnnnooooonanncnanannnnananonanacacononaonos 21 PUIG Repeat FUNCION o enone 22 Easy to Read English Spanish French On Screen Displays oococcoconacccnononanoncnnonnnoss 12 13 18 19 Multi Brand TV Cable Box DSS Remote Control ooocooconcnononccccononinnacconccnnnnnnnanonnnonarcnnrnananannaros 24 25 CS ates cet se aces aca aoe au cea cea duces cuidate a EE eraat 22 One Month 8 Program Timer Recording siii cad iS 18 19 One Touch Recording OTR ooncoonoccononcoconononennononnnonencnnannononnnnnaro cra aonncconnror nooo ronca canon aro r rar arnararaos 16 Program Director Remote Control ooocoooconocononuanonconanonanononacnornonnan a aos 18 19 Special Effects PAYA adn 15 Special VCR Features VCR Lock Warning Beeper Blue Back ON OFF m cccocoroonconarroonnccnnonanianacanannaarnnannonoos 26 Timer Re
35. here on the tape by entering the appropriate index number 1 Press INDEX in Playback or Stop mode REWIND FAST FORWARD 2 Press a NUMBERED key to select the desired recording To calculate the number see below 3 Press REW or FF to starta INOEX SEARCH 04 reverse or forward search When the designated location is reached the VCR goes into Playback mode To calculate an Index Number Count forward or backward each recording start point including the recording you want to see from wherever you are on the tape Example 1 If you are watching recording 4 and you want to watch recording 2 count the start points to number 2 The total is 3 Enter 3 in step 2 and press REW Example 2 If you are watching recording 2 and you want to watch recording 6 count the start points to number 6 The total is 4 Enter 4 in step 2 and press FF NOTE indicates start points of each recording SS Make each entry within 10 seconds or the Index Search mode will be canceled NOTES Index marks will be placed for Timer recordings as well GA if any of the VHS Index Search System are initiated extremely close to an index mark there is a possibility that the index mark will not be counted in the search 20 STOP EJECT REWIND FAST FORWARD REWIND FAST FORWARD Index Scan This feature allows you to scan forward or reverse each recording for 10 seconds in Playback mo
36. ill mode hold down SLOW to advance the still picture one frame at a time Press PAUSE to release t 0 a O O U D Q O 5 Features for a Quality Picture Digital Auto Tracking This feature continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum picture quality Manual Tracking Control to reduce picture noise Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture noise Press CH TRACKING A during playback until the picture clears up To return to Auto Tracking mode press POWER off and then on again switch to the Stop mode automatically to protect the tape and the video head e After the VCR is in Still or Slow mode for 3 minutes it will 15 Record On a Tape Important If the remote control POWER ACTION PROG CHAVV INDEX or ADD DLT button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again A check list before you begin 1 Insert a cassette with record tab C All connections are made VCR power comes on automatically See pages 6 9 J VCR is plugged in J TV is turned on and set to the VCR channel CH 3 or 4 2 Press CH A V or NUMBERED CH 08 keys to select a channel Or press CHANNEL A on the VCR Holding down CH A F will increase the channel search speed To record from an outside source press CH A F or INPUT to select LINE see page 17 3 Press SPEED to change the recording speed e SP
37. ioopesissaos SONY naases 01 29 44 88 91 04 30 42 44 52 63 85 88 Citizen 04 30 42 44 52 63 85 88 i ee 09 56 61 87 90 Diamond 01 29 44 88 91 Drake 37 67 71 13 20 22 26 40 58 62 98 Eastern GC Brand General Instruments 01 02 03 04 34 55 83 85 91 93 95 i 14 15 28 41 97 100 102 01 02 03 04 34 55 83 85 91 93 95 Macom AS 31 79 Matsushita Movietime z 16 17 101 29 32 38 39 40 42 44 88 10 11 46 99 Realistic Regal Regency Rembran 29 32 39 42 44 88 68 72 32 40 42 78 94 Scientific Atlanta 08 09 56 61 87 90 Sheritech nnsa 27 SL Marx 008 32 40 42 78 94 Spucer 16 17 101 Stargate 04 30 32 40 42 44 52 63 78 85 88 94 Sylvania 19 Teknika Telecaption Teleview Texscan TOCOM oo Toshiba Unika ooo 01 29 44 88 91 Universal 42 43 44 52 63 88 Viewstar 13 20 22 26 40 58 62 98 Videoway Vid Tech A A A Oh Op OO DSS Brand Code Numbers Toshiba Hitachi Hughes Magnavox Uniden 1 code Uniden 2 Sony odiar RCA Panasonic DSS CABLE NUMBERED keys Multi Brand Control Setup 1 Find your TV or Cable Box or DSS Box Brand Code Number from one of the charts on this page 2 Hold down TV or DSS CABLE Use the NUMBERED keys to enter your TV or Cable Box Brand code n
38. nguage for on screen menus and messages _ Tell the VCR how your equipment is hookup pages 6 9 so the VCR can correctly place channels into memory Get the VCR ready for clock set o QI Q Using AW lt 4 gt keys a Whenever a menu or program LON screen is displayed the PLAY 4 gt STOP REWIND and FF buttons on the remote contro function as AW lt 4 only For play stop rewind and fast forward functions use the buttons on the VCR 12 6 Press AV to select the MONTH Important If the remote control POWER ACTION PROG CHA amp INDEX or ADD DLT button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again To Set the Language Channels and Clock 1 Turn TV and VCR on 2 Tune TV to VCR output channel the same one you set on the back of the VCR CH3 or CH4 3 Press CH A for English on screen displays Or press CH Y for Spanish on screen displays Or press VCR TV for French on screen displays You can also set the language using the buttons on the VCR If wrong language is set see the Reset all VCR Memory Functions section on page 5 The VCR should be connected to an antenna or cable box page 6 9 SELECT LANGUAGE PUSH VCR CH ENGLISH OPAIMIR VCR CH ESPA OL APP VCR TV FRANCAIS 4 Press CH A to start Channel Auto Set PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PUSHING ACTION KEY appears 5 Press ACTION to display the S
39. nit 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 POWER SERVICE ELECTRODE SVATE WEC AAT 290 PAAT P 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 USING THE VIDEO UNIT If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location 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 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILAT
40. nto FF or REW mode and stop at the last point the Time Counter was set to 0 00 00 E raaa Connections you ll need to make Copying Your Tapes Dubbing Playing Source VCR Recording Editing VCR TV for Monitoring 1 Insert a pre recorded tape into the Playing Source VCR 2 Insert a blank tape with record tab into the Recording Editing VCR 3 Select LINE Input mode on the Recording Editing VCR See Selecting the Input Mode on page 17 4 Press PLAY on the Playing VCR Press PAUSE at the desired starting point 5 press REC on the Recording VCR and then press PAUSE immediately thereafter 6 Press PAUSE on both VCRs at the same time to begin copying To Edit Out Unwanted Parts Press PAUSE on the recording VCR while copying is in progress Press PAUSE again to resume copying 7 Press STOP on both VCRs to stop copying To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV 1 Tum your TV on and tune to the Recording VCR channel CH3 or CH4 2 Set the VCR TV Selector on the Recording VCR to VCR Caution Unauthorized exchanging and or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement O bn 0 lt O a O Q O O 23 Multi Brand Control Feature The Remote Control may be set up to control some of the functions on your TV or Cable Box TV Brand Code Numbers Panasonic omoonccconacionoraonnasos Sy Wanda iaa ii O riasisssossvorooi
41. o 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 intemal parts SERVICE DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF lf 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 ARE REQUIRED Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer or those having the same safety characteristics as the original parts The use of unauthorized substitutes may result in fire electric shock or other hazards HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK After any service or repairs to the unit request the service technician to conduct a thorough safety check as described in the manufacture s service literature to insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition Unpacking Your VCR Product Features Unpacking Your VCR Loading the Battertes The accessories below are provided to help you use or set up your VCR 1 Press in and up on the latch with your thumb Accessories nail and lift off the lid Remote Control VSQS 1562 2 Install two batteries as indicated inside the Battery Compartment gt 2 Ap 3 Fit the lid s hinge piece Batteries into t
42. of a missed operation or provide further instructions If no active channels are found for CHANNEL MEMORY See page 12 If you attempt to set or review a Timer Recording and the Clock is not set See page 18 After a Timer Program has been set See page 18 If you press REC on the remote control or VCR and a cassette is inserted with no record tab See page 16 If you press PLAY FF REW or REC on the remote control or VCR without a cassette inserted See pages 15 16 If you press POWER or STOP during a Timer Recording visible in VCR mode only See page 19 If head cleaning becomes necessary while playing back a tape See page 5 If you press a function button other than STOP EJECT or POWER while the VCR is in VCR Lock mode See page 26 If you press POWER ACTION or PROG on the remote while in TV or CABLE DSS mode See pages 24 25 NO CH FOUND PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN PUSH VCA CH UP KEY AGAIN PLEASE SET CLOCK BEFORE PROGRAMMING TURN VCA OFF FOA TIMER RECORDING CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB NO CASSETTE PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE TO CANCEL TIMER REC PUSH POWEA THEN STOP KEY VIDEO HEADS MAY NEED CLEANING PLEASE INSERT HEAD CLEANING CASSETTE OA REFER TO MANUAL END PLAY KEY VCR LOCK ACTIVATED NOW TV CABLE DSS MODE PLEASE PUSH VCR KEY ON REMOTE Playback a Tape A check list before you begin O Alt c
43. onnections are made See pages 6 9 O TV and VCR are plugged in O TV is turned on and set to the VCR channel CH 3 or 4 TRACKING Display Panel V LOCK FF REW Search FF REW Search TRACKING V LOCK Caution Please inspect your cassette tapes and remove any loose or peeling labels to prevent them from becoming jammed in your unit 1 insert a cassette VGR VCR power comes on automatically PS ae e VCR lights in the Display Panel ep amp 2 Press PLAY on the remote or VCR to start playback Playback begins automatically if cassette has no record tab 3 Press STOP on the remote or VCR to stop playback To rewind the tape press REW 4 Press STOP EJECT on the VCR to eject the cassette You may eject a cassette with power on or off To Find a Particular Scene During Playback Press REW or FF during playback to Search for a scene e Search speed for SLP mode tapes is 21 times the normal speed e Some noise bars will appear during search Special Effects During Playback These features work best in SLP mode The sound will be muted Slow Motion Playback Press SLOW to start slow motion playback during playback Press PLAY or SLOW to release Still Freeze Frame Picture Press PAUSE to freeze and release the picture To reduce picture noise first press SLOW Then use CH TRACKING A F to clear up the picture Now press PAUSE Frame by Frame Advance In St
44. play the menu SET C ae SET UP CHANNEL IDIOMA LANGUE ENGLISH D Press AY to select SET UP VCR sates UE and then press P to display the RN SET UP VCR screen alasa SET UP VCR C Press AV to select BEEPER and aseran Piar then press P to select ON or OFF eve pac SN Cl Press ACTION twice to exit this SET y so screen END ACTION KEY 26 Before Requesting Service Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your VCR Power Correction No power Completely insert the Power Plug into an AC outlet Set the POWER button to ON Recording Playback Correction TV program cannot be recorded Check connections between VCR external antenna and your TV Make sure your antenna system CABLE or TV is correctly set To Replace Channels in Memory P 13 Make sure that the record tab is intact on the cassette P 5 Timer recording cannot be performed Set the recording start stop times correctly P 18 Make sure that the POWER button is set to OFF P 18 Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power interruption of more than 1 minute occurs before or during a Timer Recording even after power is restored There is no playback picture or the playback Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV to match the Channel 3 4 switch picture is noisy or contains streaks located on the rear pane of the VCR P 6 Set the VCR TV selector
45. te Control VCR cccccsccsccecceseccecceercessenaceacecascereeaceacesensaneearessneectenerearsece 10 11 One Time VCR Setup On Screen Language Channel Memory Clock Set ooooooooocccnnooocanconanconcancnnonanos 12 13 On Screen Displays OSD Function Channel Menu VCR Status amp Clock Warning oocccoororoncononccrononen 14 Basic Operation Playback a Tape Main Operation Special Effects Quality Picture Features ooocoococonnnononencnnocnonaconnocnanonnonos 15 Record On a Tape Main Operation One Touch Record Select Input Mode Channel Selection mo o 16 17 Timer Recording Main Operation Cancel Clear or Replace Program Contents ooooooococconcanoonaocunnnnnnanonas 18 19 Tape Operation Index Search Auto Functions Repeat Play One Minute Skip Zero Search moommomm o 20 22 Copying Your Tapes Dubbing Connection Main Operation Monitoring cccesssceeesesssrecerenreeeesenersneees 23 Multi Brand Control Feature lara a o es 24 25 Special VCR Features VCR Lock Warning Beeper Blue Back ON OFF occccoconnnconccnconaccnonanoncanananiacanon 26 Before Requesting Service Self check items ooomoconcconenacnnnonenononanccnnnncanonororonacanronenonnecoronrenrraniraninanos 27 DO VICO GOMIGE arc arcas 28 WATER cl A tavel senedledabtonapee yeas 29 Spanish Quick Use Guide aa 30 31 Quik Use G de ti A A NO Back Cover 2 Ayna Important Safeguards and Precautions FOR YOUR SAFET
46. to VCR Check that channel 3 or 4 of the TV is properly tuned in Adjust the TRACKING control in either direction P 15 Special effects playback picture may contain Set the TV s Vertical Hold Control to MANUAL and then adjust it some vertical jitter when using a TV with an Automatic Vertical Hold Control VCR can not be controlled Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off P 26 I Remote Control VCR cannot be remote controlled Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor on the VCR P 10 Avoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal path Inspect the remote batteries for possible replacement P 4 Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off P 26 Exposing the VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or outdoor light may cause signal interference ACTION and PROG buttons cannot be used Press the VCR button to select VCR moda P 25 Miscellaneous Correction Programs cannot be viewed on TV Set the VCR TV selector to TV P 17 Video cassette cannot be inserted Insert the cassette with window side up record tab facing you Video cassette cannot be removed Completely insert the Power Plug into an AC wall outlet Video cassette ejects when a recording is started Make sure the record tab is intact on the cassette P 5 or the power is turned off for timer recording In Stop mode the motor CYLINDER continues To enable the quick play mechanism the cylind
47. umber For code numbers 100 or m first press the 100 key Then enter the remaining digit E g for 102 press 100 then press 2 3 To confirm that the correct code was entered press POWER to turn your TV or Cable Box or DSS Box On Off 4 Try each of the functions listed on page 25 Due to changes in infra red commands used by some manufacturers more than one code may be listed for some TV or Cable Box brands If your TV or Cable Box does not respond to the first code please try entering the next code e Please repeat the TV Cable Box Set Up procedure when you replace the remote s batteries Y N The remote control is designed to control the NOTES brands listed However it will not operate ail TVs Cable Boxes or DSS Boxes made by NY these manufacturers If you get no results Ji particular product brand cannot be controlle this remote control TEE a Using the Multi Brand Control Once the remote control has been properly set up you can select VCR TV or DSS CABLE mode depending on which functions you wish to control Press VCR or TV or DSS CABLE on the remote control to select the desired mode See below for the controllable functions of each mode NOTE In TV or DSS CABLE mode it may be necessary to press ENTER after pressing NUMBERED keys for channel selection VCR Mode In VCR mode the following buttons are available VCR All function buttons IV VOL UP DOWN TV Mode
48. x 8 9 pos di q 1 DO isanne 6 Today s Date 7 SELECTA Y Selection Order DAILY WEEKLY WEEKLY __ WEEKLY SAT MON SUN 6 3 Press AV and gt Remaining Items to be set to select and set each ODO of the remaining CH annel number or LINE items at right for outside source recording Speed SP LP SLP To Make Corrections Repeatedly press gt to move the cursor to the right or dto move to the left to the incorrect entry and make the correction GO NN 4 1 4 Press PROG to end the program 4 e This screen appears for confirmation gt 0 ARA o CANCEL ADD DLT KEY SELECT 1 8 a4 KEY ENTER KEY PROG END KEY To Enter More Programs Press AV and P to select and set a blank program number and then repeat steps 2 and 3 ODl 5 press PROG to exit this mode 6 Press POWER off to set the timer TIMER i 0 When recording programs via a cable 7 tN box make sure the cable box is left ON TIMER indicator lights and tuned to the desired channel in the Display Panel A cassette with no record tab is ejected and TIMER flashes when the power is tumed off to set the timer ifthe start times of two programs overlap the lower numbered program will have priority e if the start time for a timer recording comes up during a normal recording or One Touch Recording page 17 the timer recording will not be performed If there

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