Panasonic AG-3200P User Manual
Operating
Instructions
Video Cassette Recorder
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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.
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CONTENTS
Buttons, Connectors and Indicators ................................................5
Connections and Plug&Play Setting ................................................6
Initial Settings ..............................................................................7
Language Setting ....................................................................7
Clock Setting ..........................................................................7
Tuner Setting ..........................................................................8
Playback ......................................................................................9
Basic Playback .......................................................................9
Playback Features ................................................................... 9
Recording ...................................................................................11
Basic Recording ...................................................................11
Recording Features ...............................................................11
Timer Recording ..........................................................................12
Changing VCR Plus+® Setting ................................................12
VCR Plus+
Express Timer Programing ....................................................12
24HR Quick Programing ......................................................13
Other Functions ..........................................................................14
Timer warning display ..........................................................14
Checking tape position .........................................................14
Changing display information ............................................... 14
Function settings ..................................................................14
Satellite Auto Recording .......................................................16
Child Lock ............................................................................ 16
Multi-Brand Remote Control ................................................16
Changing Remote Control Code ...........................................17
Editing .......................................................................................18
Editing with Another VCR...................................................... 18
Audio Dubbing ....................................................................19
Insert Editing and AV Dubbing .............................................19
Specifications ..............................................................................21
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................22
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Timer Programing ..............................................12
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the PANASONIC S-VHS video cassette
recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and
precautions to ensure safe use of your new VCR.
CAUTIONS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120Vd,
60Hz only.
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any
other power source.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not approved by PANASONIC could
void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: AG-3200P
Trade Name: PANASONIC
Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
Support contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Company
1-800-524-1448
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to
the VCR, Remote or video cassette.
1. DO NOT
...in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or
humidity.
...in direct sunlight.
...in a dusty environment.
...in an environment where strong magnetic fields are
generated.
...on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT
3. DO NOT
4. DO NOT
VCR or on the Remote.
5. AVOID
VCR Plus+, C
Development Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from
Gemstar Development Corporation.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located
on the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future
reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
Cassettes marked “S-VHS” and “VHS” can be used with this video
cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only
with cassettes marked “S-VHS”.
By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with
S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR.
place the VCR . . .
block the VCR’s ventilation openings.
place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.
place anything which might spill on the top of the
violent shocks to the VCR during transport.
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and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar
IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper
use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This
product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your
personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards,
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and
servicing.
ATTENTION:
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your
product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read
all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this
product and keep this booklet for future reference.
INSTALLATION
1. Grounding or Polarization
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only
fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
2. Power Sources
Operate your product only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local
power company. If your product is intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
4. Power Cord Protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
5. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.
● Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug or other similar surface.
● Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
2. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning
and power-line surges.
3. Power Lines
An outside antenna
system should not be
located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or
other electric light or
power circuits, or where
it can fall into such
power lines or circuits.
When installing an
outside antenna system,
extreme care should be
taken to keep from
touching such power
lines or circuits as
contact with them might
be fatal.
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USE
A
1. Accessories
To avoid personal injury:
● Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the product.
● Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
● Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer
and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of
the product.
● Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or
deep-pile carpets.
2. Product and Cart Combination
A product and cart combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination
to overturn.
3. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water—for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool and
the like.
4. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
5. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of
this product as they may cause hazards.
6. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
7. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
SERVICING
1. Servicing
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked
change in performance and you are unable to restore normal
operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating
instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
2. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—
this indicates a need for service.
3. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
4. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in safe operating condition.
How to use the Remote
Before use, insert two AA size batteries into the Remote with the
polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery
compartment or on the lid.
The Remote can operate most of your VCR’s functions, as well as
basic functions of TV sets, cable boxes and DBS receivers.
● Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target
component.
● The maximum operating distance of the Remote is about 8 m.
NOTE:
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for
a few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.
Video heads cleaning
The heads get dirty in the following cases:
● in an environment prone to extreme temperature or humidity.
● in a dusty environment
● flaw, dirt or mold on video tapes
● continuous usage for a long time
Use a dry cleaning cassette when:
● Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.
● The picture is unclear or no picture appears.
● “USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears on the screen (only with
“SUPERIMPOSE” set to “ON” (
TTENTION:
To mobile phone users:
Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the VCR may cause
picture vibration on the TV screen or change the screen to a
blue back display.
On placing the recorder:
Some TVs or other appliances generates strong magnetic fields.
Do not place such appliance on top of the VCR as it may cause
picture disturbance.
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pg. 15)).
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Buttons, Connectors and Indicators
Front Panel
Cassette
loading slot
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24HR QUICK
PROGRAM
JOG dial
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Remote
Number keys
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
input
connector
Display panel
Play indicator
Record indicator
Rear Panel
AC power cord
POWER
VIDEO/AUDIO input
connectors
Timer mode indicator
Channel and auxiliary input/Clock time
Remote
sensor
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VCR mode
indicator
S-VHS
indicator
The glow-in-the-dark buttons shown in white on the illustration
above are helpful when using the Remote in darkened rooms.
S-VIDEO
On-screen display
If you press OSD (OK) on the Remote when “SUPERIMPOSE” is
set to “ON” (
pg. 15), you can see the current VCR status on the
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TV screen.
The indications are not recorded even if the VCR is in the
recording mode.
Channel and
auxiliary input
Day and
clock time
STEREO
program
indication
SAP
indication
Audio
monitor
indications
To recall an indication
A
Press OSD (OK).
● All indications corresponding to the current status are
displayed for 5 seconds. After that, the counter
information and RECORD/PAUSE if in the Record Pause
mode, remain on the TV screen.
B
Press OSD (OK) again to clear the display.
● The RECORD/PAUSE indication remains on the TV screen.
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Timer warning display
Time counter
VCR operation
mode
Tape speed
Cassette mark
Tape position
Index number
Ta pe
remaining time
A
Connections and Plug&Play Setting
Check contents
A
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in
“Specifications” (
Situate VCR
B
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
Connect VCR to TV
C
Antenna or cable
Flat feeder
AC power cord
pg. 21).
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Coaxial cable
Matching transformer
(not supplied)
S-video Connection
(allows you to make the most of the S-VHS picture performance.)
If your TV is equipped with a S-video input connector
A Perform “RF Connection” above.
B Connect a S-video cable between the S VIDEO OUT
connector on the rear of the VCR and the S-video input
connector on the TV.
C Connect an audio cable between the AUDIO OUT connectors
on the rear of the VCR and the audio input connectors on the
TV.
● Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your VCR to
your TV, you must also connect it using the RF cable. This will
ensure that you can record one show while watching another.
Perform Plug&Play setup
D
Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet. Do not turn on the
VCR. The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically. The
time and date can be set automatically by the clock setting data
transmitted from one of the regular TV broadcast channels. We
call this TV channel the “host channel” and it is a PBS channel in
your area.
TTENTION:
● If you use a cable box, Plug&Play will not function; set the clock
and tuner channels separately (
● Depending on areas or reception conditions, the VCR may not
receive the Auto clock setting data from the PBS channel. If this
function is taking a considerable amount of time, it may be
necessary to perform the procedure in “Semiauto Clock Set”
pg. 7) or “Manual Clock Set” (墌pg. 8).
(
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During Initial Auto Clock Set
“Aut” blinks.
pg. 7 – 8).
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Back of VCR
AC outlet
To audio/video
input connectors
To 75 ⍀ terminal
TV
To S-video input
connector
Audio/video
cable
(not supplied)
RF cable
(supplied)
S-video cable
(supplied)
RF Connection
A
Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
B
Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANT. IN terminal on the
rear of the VCR.
C
Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV OUT terminal
on the rear of the VCR and the TV’s antenna input terminal.
AV Connection
(improves picture quality during tape playback.)
If your TV is equipped with audio/video input connectors
A
Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the illustration.
B
Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO
OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video
input connectors on the TV.
During Auto Channel Set
The channel numbers are displayed as they are
scanned and set.
Plug&Play Completed
The current time is displayed.
What to do if Plug&Play setting failed
● If an incorrect time is displayed on the display panel, perform
the procedure in “Semiauto Clock Set” (
Clock Set” (
● If “–:– –” appears on the display panel, ensure that the antenna
cable is connected correctly. Then turn on and off the VCR; the
Plug&Play setting will be automatically reactivated. If Plug&Play
setting is not performed though the antenna cable is connected
correctly, perform the procedure in “Manual Clock Set”
(
pg. 8) and “Auto Channel Set” (墌pg. 8) or “Manual
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Channel Set” (
Set VCR channel
E
The VCR channel is the channel on which you can watch the
picture from the VCR on the TV when only using the RF
connection. Press POWER 1 to turn off the VCR, then press
STOP/EJECT (
appears on the display panel. Press CH+/– on the Remote to select
“CH3”, “CH4” or “CH–”(OFF), then press OK.
● The VCR channel is preset to “CH3”. Set to “CH4” if CH3 is
used for broadcasting in your area.
Final preparation for use
F
Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or
AV mode) on the TV. You can now perform basic playback or
basic recording.
● If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF
connection, press TV/VCR on the Remote so that the VCR mode
indicator lights on the display panel.
pg. 8).
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pg. 8).
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) on the VCR for more than 5 seconds. “CH3”
pg. 7) or “Manual
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Initial Settings
Language Setting
The default setting is “ENGLISH”.
Access Main Menu screen, then Initial
A
Set screen
Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to
move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL
SET”, then press OK or
Select language
B
e.
This VCR offers you the language choice to
view menus and some messages — in
English, Spanish or French. Press
rt
to
move the highlight bar (arrow) to
“LANGUAGE”, then press OK or
e
repeatedly until the desired language is
selected.
Press MENU to return to normal screen.
Language selection will be reset to “ENGLISH” after a power
failure occurs.
Clock Setting
Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly
by the Plug&Play setting or if you use a cable box.
Preparations
Access Main Menu screen, then Initial
A
Set screen
Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to
move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL
SET”, then press OK or
Access Clock Set screen
B
Press rt to move the highlight bar
(arrow) to “CLOCK SET”, then press OK or
e.
e
.
MAIN MENU
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
PRESS ( , ), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE ENGLISH
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
CABLE BOX SET
*
*
DBS RECEIVER SET
SELECT WITH ( , ) AND (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
* not function with this VCR
MAIN MENU
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
INITIAL SET
PRESS ( , ), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
INITIAL SET
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE ENGLISH
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
*
CABLE BOX SET
* DBS RECEIVER SET
SELECT WITH ( , ) AND (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
* not function with this VCR
Setting clock semiautomatically
— Semiauto Clock Set
You can change the host channel/D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time)/
time zone setting manually. First follow steps
“Preparations” above, then go to the following steps.
NOTE:
The time set previously will be erased when “AUTO CLOCK”,
“HOST CH”, “D.S.T.” or “TIME ZONE” setting is changed.
Set Auto Clock to ON
A
Press OK or e on the Remote repeatedly to
move the highlight bar to “AUTO CLOCK”,
then press
B
rt
so that “ON” is selected.
Select host channel
You can either select “AUTO” or enter a PBS channel number.
Press OK or
press
e
to move the highlight bar to “HOST CH”, then
rt
repeatedly until “AUTO” or the desired PBS channel
number is selected.
● Some PBS channels do not transmit clock setting data.
Select D.S.T. mode
C
Press OK or e to move the highlight bar to “D.S.T.”, then press
rt repeatedly until the desired setting is selected.
AUTO: Select if you want to adjust your VCR’s clock
automatically by the incoming signal from the host
channel. (Auto Daylight Saving Time enables automatic
adjustment of the VCR’s clock at the start and end of
Daylight Saving Time.) Be sure to select the correct time
zone manually in step
4444
.
ON: Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself.
OFF: Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you.
Select time zone
D
Press OK or e to move the highlight bar to “TIME ZONE”, then
press
rt repeatedly until “AUTO” or the desired time zone is
selected. Each time you press the button, the time zone changes as
follows:
{
AUTO { ATLANTIC { EASTERN { CENTRAL
{
MOUNTAIN { PACIFIC { ALASKA { HAWAII
{ (back to the beginning)
Complete Semiauto Clock Set
E
Press MENU to return to normal screen. Turn off the VCR. “Aut”
will appear on the display panel while the clock is being set. The
current clock time will appear automatically when the clock
setting is complete.
1111
2222
to
in
CLOCK SET
TIME DATE YEAR
– –:– – AM 1/ 1 02
AUTO CLOCK : ON
HOST CH : AUTO (CATV)
D.S.T. : AUTO
TIME ZONE : AUTO
PRESS ( , ), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
Selections of host channel and D.S.T. mode will be reset to
“AUTO” after a power failure occurs.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
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Setting clock manually
— Manual Clock Set
1111
First follow steps
following steps.
Set time, date and year
A
Press rt until the desired time appears,
then press OK or
in the same way.
● Holding
minute intervals, or changes the date in
15-day intervals.
B
Press OK or e to move the highlight bar to
“D.S.T.”, then press
desired setting.
ON: Adjustment will be made by the
OFF: Select when Daylight Saving Time
C
Press MENU and normal screen appears.
To make corrections any time during the process
Press OK or
blinks, then press
Manual setting of the clock will be lost after a power failure
occurs.
rt changes the time in 30-
Select D.S.T. mode
built-in clock itself.
does not apply to you.
Start clock
e
2222
to
in “Preparations” above, then go to the
e
. Set the date and year
rt
to select the
repeatedly until the item you want to change
rt.
Tuner Setting
Setting channels automatically
— Auto Channel Set
Perform Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set
correctly by the Plug&Play setting.
Access Main Menu screen, then Tuner
A
Set screen
Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to
move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER
SET”, then press OK or
e
.
Setting channels manually
— Manual Channel Set
You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do
not want manually.
Access Main Menu screen, then Tuner
A
Set screen
Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to
move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER
SET”, then press OK or
Access Manual Channel Set screen
B
Press rt to move the highlight bar
(arrow) to “MANUAL CHANNEL SET”,
then press OK or
Add or skip desired channels
C
To add channels
A
Press the Number keys on the Remote
to input a channel number you want to
add.
B
Press OK or e to set to “ADD”.
C
Repeat A to B to add other channels.
Press MENU to return to normal screen.
To skip channels
A Press rt or the Number keys to select a channel number you
want to skip.
B Press OK or e to set to “SKIP”.
C
Repeat A and B to skip other channels. Press MENU to return
to normal screen.
After a power failure occurs, band selection will be reset to
“CATV”.
e.
e
.
Perform Auto Channel Set
B
Press rt to move the highlight bar
(arrow) to “AUTO CHANNEL SET”, then
press OK or
band (TV or CATV) automatically during
Auto Channel Set.
● When Auto Channel Set is complete,
“SCAN COMPLETED” appears on
screen.
● If the scan was unsuccessful, “SCAN
COMPLETED–NO SIGNAL–” appears on
screen. Check the connections and start
again.
Press MENU to return to normal screen.
e. The VCR selects the correct
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