Panasonic NV-D48 User Manual

Operating

Instructions

VHSI HQ DIGITAL

Video Cassette Recorder

NV-D48

Series

Panasonic

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.

VQT2604

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3 FEATURES

4 CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

6 INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER AND

DIGITAL SCANNER

8 INSTALLATION, TUNING THE TV SET TO THE

VIDEO PLAYBACK CHANNEL

9 SETTING THE CLOCK TO THE PRESENT TIME

10 SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR

12 THE VIDEO CASSETTE

13 PLAYBACK

16 RECORDING FROM A TV BROADCAST SIGNAL

17 SUPER OTR FUNCTION

(ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING)

18 TIMER RECORDING

23 DIGITAL SPECIAL EFFECTS

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IMPORTANT

Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may infringe copyright laws.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NV-D48A: Australian model NV-D48EA: New Zealand model

: FOR YOUR SAFETY

f I ■ DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER.

!i To prevent electric shock, do not remove

■ cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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25 DIGITAL INTRO SCAN FUNCTION

26 VHS INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM

27 TIME SEARCH

28 CAMERA RECORDING

29 DUBBING (COPYING)

30 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

32 CAUTIONS

33 SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES

1-Mor»th Calendar Timer

The clock/timer of the VTR is programmed with the calendar up to the end of 2002, so it knows exactly what day of the week it is on any given date. Programming of as many as 8 timer recordings is possible up to one month in advance.

Auto Operation

The extremely convenient Auto Operation functions of this VTR include Auto Start and Auto Play when a recorded cassette is inserted, Auto Eject which indicates that an

inserted cassette is not suitable for recording, VTR-Off Eject for ejecting a cassette even with the VTR off, and Auto Rewind at the end of a tape. If the VTR On/Off Switch is pressed during the rewind mode including Auto Rewind, the VTR will eject the cassette and turn Itself off when rewinding is completed.

Super OTR Function (One-Touch Timer Recording)

This convenient function makes it possible to easily

programme the VTR for recording of TV programmes with immediate start or with start within 24 hours by precisely setting the starting time and ending time to the desired minute. When the recording ends, the VTR will automatical ly turn itself off.

HQ (High Quality) Picture System

Video recorders carrying the HQ symbol mark feature the new VHS High Quality Picture System. This system assures complete compatibility with VTRs that use the conventional VHS system.

Lap Time Counter

The new Lap Time Counter is a great improvement over the

approximate counter systems of conventional VTRs. It

gives you an exact reading of the elapsed tape time in

hours, minutes and seconds, and makes it easy to calculate the tape time left on a cassette.

Infra-red Remote Controller

The Infra-red Remote Controller unit allows operation of various functions from the comfort of your favourite viewing position.

LCD Digital Scanner

This Digital Scanner makes it posible to programme timer

recordings by tracing the corresponding bar codes on the supplied Programming Sheet. The traced programming data can be confirmed on the built-in Bar Code Reader Display before they are transmitted to the VTR at the push of a button.

Time Search

It is possible to locate the desired scene directly by inputting the hour, minute and second of that scene.

Super Still, Super Still Advance and Double Super Fine Slow Playback

Super Still, Super Still Advance and Double Super Fine Slow Playback are possible with superb picture quality free from noise and jitter.

Slim Design and Front Loading System

This highly functional design allows loading the video cassette from the front, thus minimizing the space required for the placement.

Multi-Function Display

Whenever an operation button is pressed, the activated function is immediately indicated on this easy-to-see display. It shows you at a glance, in what operation mode the VTR is functioning.

Picture Sharpness Control

With this control, the contours of the playback picture can be made sharper or softer.

Digital Special Effect

The special digital picture effects can be enjoyed by using the Remote Controller.

VHS Index Search System

With the Index Search function, up to 20 addresses (places where an Index signal is recorded) can be skipped to directly locate the beginning of the desired programme in forward or reverse direction in the Fast Fonward or Rewind mode.

Digital Intro Scan Function

The Intro Scan function plays back one after another the first 10 seconds of each programme on a tape and keeps a still picture of the last 3 programmes on the right side of the screen. This is convenient for easy checking what pro grammes are on a tape and to quickly find a desired programme.

Reception of up to 32 TV Stations

The built-in tuner in this VTR allows pre-tuning of as many

as 32 TV stations. So this VTR can accommodate virtually any increase in available TV programmes in the future.

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

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Eject Button (i^) 12

Rewind ■^◄/Review Q Button

Play Button

Fast Forward ►►/Cue Q Button

Stop Button

Pause/Still Button (11)

Record Button

Memory/Search Button

VTRyTV Selector

Channel Selection Up and Down Buttons 10

OTR On Buttons

OTR Off Buttons

Multi-Function Display

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Infra-red Remote Control Receiver Window

Control Panel Open Button

Timer Record Button

Timer Controls

Clock Button

Tuner Set-up Controls 10

Cassette Compartment

Picture Sharpness Control

Slow Tracking Control 15

Tracking Control

VTR On/Off Switch with Indicator

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(T) Tape Running Display

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@ Memory Indicator

(4) Tape Counter Mode Indicator

(5) Search Indicator

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O Audio Input Socket

@ Video Input Socket

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O Video Output Socket

@ RF Input Socket

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8 @ Lap Time Counter Display 13

(7) Timer Programme Number

@ Timer Recording Indicator

(§) OTR Indicator

^ Clock Display 9 0 Test Signal Switch

<J]) Date Display

@ Channel Display 10

@ VTR Mode Indicator

@ Recording Indicator

@ RF Signal Level Switch

Q AC Mains Lead Socket 8

O Video Playback Channel Selector

0 RF Output Socket

0 Synchro Edit Socket

INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER AND

DIGITAL SCANNER

Part Number: VEQ0719

O VTR On/Off Button ^ Memory/Search Button

Q Reset/Index Button Q Programme Position (Channei) Selector Buttons

select channel

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Pause/Still Button (II)

0 Rewind ^<4/Review @ Button 0 Slow Buttons 0 Reverse Play Button 0 Digital Function Buttons 0 Intro Scan Button

0 Double Speed Playback Button (x2) 0 Fast Forward ^^/Cue @ Button

Play Button (►)

0 Still Advance Button (!!►)

Stop Button (■)

Time Search Button

+/- Button

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(T) Transmit Button

Bar Code Reading Section

@ Digital Scanner On/Off Switch @ Bar Code Reader Display

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End Time Display 0 Channel Display e Check Indicator

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How to Operate the Digital Scanner

Set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to “ON”.

•If no operation is performed for more than 25 seconds, the scanner will automatically switch over to the power-saving standby condition and the lamp will go off. (In this case, if bar codes have already been read but not yet transmitted to the VTR, the data will be cancelled.)

•When the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch is set to “ON” but the lamp is not lit, set the switch to “OFF” and then to

“ON” again.

Tracing the Bar Codes

(§) Place the digital Scanner vertically on the Small Box.

(B) Trace the bar code quickly in the direction of the arrow.

The “Beep” sound indicates

that the bar code

Small Box.

Trace the bar code completely past the last bar.

Cleaning Brush for the Digital Scanner

If the sensor in the tip of the Digital Scanner becomes clogged with dirt, it may become impossible to read the bar codes. Clean the tip from time to time with the supplied

brush as illustrated below. Keep this brush in the storage case of the Digital Scanner.

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Power Source for the Remote Controller (Digital Scanner)

■ The Remote Controller is powered by two lEC “R6” (Digital Scanner; 4 lEC “R03”) size batteries. The life of the batteries is about one year, however, it depends on the frequency of use. Inspect and if necessary, replace the batteries once a year.

CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT

•Load the new batteries with their polarities {@ and 0) aligned correctly.

•Do not apply heat to batteries, or internal short-circuit may

occur.

•If you do not intend to use the Remote Controller or Digital Scanner for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool and dry place.

• Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose of them.

•Do not use an old and a new batteries together. (Also never use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.)

Load the batteries as follows:

O Remove the battery compartment lid.

Cleaning Brush

•Move the brush several times over the tip so that the hair enters the hole.

•Treat the Programming Sheet with care. If the sheet gets dirty or scratched, the bar code reading may become impossible.

•Protect the Digital Scanner from strong shocks and vibration. Keep it away from water and places with high temperature and humidity.

•If the bar code is traced slowly, it cannot be read correctly.

•When there is no “Beep” sound, the reading of the

bar code is incomplete. Trace the bar code again.

•When using the Programming Sheet, put it on flat

surface. Reading the bar codes while holding it in your hand or bending it, may result in incorrect operation.

•Do not deviate from the bar code, nor stop tracing halfway.

•Do not slant the scanner to trace the bar code.

^ Place two batteries in the battery compartment as

indicated inside the battery compartment.

o Replace the lid.

Note:

•The infra-red beam should be transmitted directly at the Infra-red Remote Control Receiver on the front of the

VTR.

•Direct sunlight may interfere with the beam.

•The lightsensing angle of the Infra-red Remote Control Receiver window in the VTR is about 30° for each side

from the centre.

•The unit should be used within a range of about 7 meters from the front of the VTR.

Recommendation

To save battery power, make sure to set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to “OFF” after using the Digital Scanner.

When the batteries are exhausted, the bar code reading can no longer be performed.

INSTALLATION, TUNING THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO

PLAYBACK CHANNEL

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I FOR YOUR SAFETY

I Install any external aerial to AS 1417.1. |

Video Playback Channel Selector

This switch is used to select the Video Playback channel

which is not occupied with any TV station, [NV-D48A: 0 or

1: NV-D48EA: 2 or 3].

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TEST

SIGNAL

RF Signal Level Switch:

Used to attenuate the reception of the VHP and/or UHF aerial signals.

If the reception is normal, set to “HIGH”. If the signal is strong (stripes appear in the upper part of the picture), set to “LOW".

Connection to a TV Set

^ Connect the external aerial to the RF Input Socket on

the VTR.

^ Connect the aerial terminal on your TV set to the RF

Output Socket on the VTR with the supplied DIN-DIN Coaxial Cable.

Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Mains Socket of

the VTR to the mains outlet.

Video Playback Channel

O Turn the TV set on.

^ Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR On.

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•The corresponding indicator lights up.

VTR/TV

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Q Set the Test Signal Switch to “ON”.

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Tune the selected programme position (channel) of the

TV set to the VHF channel shown below for your

model. Confirm on the TV set that the received test pattern is as shown below.

NV-D48A VHF channel 0 or 1* NV-D48EA VHF channel 2 or 3

^ Set the Text Signal Switch to “OFF”. Your TV is now

ready to receive the RF output signal from the VTR.

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TEST

SIGNAL

•VTR Mode Indicator will appear in the Multi-Function Display.

To check, play back a pre-recorded tape and readjust fine tuning of TV if necessary,

SETTING THE CLOCK TO THE PRESENT TIME

The built-in digital clock employs the 24-hour system.

For Example: Set the clock for Sunday, October 10,

1999,9:10.

•Connect the VTR to the mains outlet.

•Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR On. O When connecting this VTR to the mains or after a long

power failure, both the date and time indications flash.

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0 Press the or Button to set the month.

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At every push of the Next Button, the flashing indication

changes in the following order. YEAR-^ MONTHS DATE^HOUR^ MINUTE

•The timer back-up system maintains the clock operation for about 60 minutes in case of a power failure. However, it takes more than 60 minutes for the back-up circuit to become operational, after the VTR is conhected to the mains.

•The Timer Record Function should be set to “Off”, otherwise the VTR cannot be operated normally. In this case, the Timer Record Indicator “Q” will flash to warn you.

•During date setting, the corresponding day is simultaneously set.

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Press the Next Button.

SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR

The tuner in the VTR makes it possible to receive TV broadcasts and to record these programmes without having to turn on the TV set.

Preparation

•Turn the TV set on and select the programme position (channel) which you have tuned to the video playback

channel.

•Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR on.

•Press the VTR/TV Selector to “VTR” position.

Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button.

The indication on the Multi-Function Display changes from the clock indication to the position indication.

Press the Channel Up or Down Button to select a

programme position (channel) which you want to tune to a TV station.

^ Press the Band/AFC Button to select the “I”, “111’ or

“U” position.

O Press the “-I-” or Button until the picture of the

desired station on your TV is satisfactory.

•If the “-I-” or Button is pressed while pressing the Next Button, the stations will change quickly.

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During the station search (The position indication flashes on and off.)

Tuned condition

•The tuned station is automatically memorized. Repeal steps 0-0 ^or each channel you want to tune to a

station. @ Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

The indication on the Multi-Function Display changes to the clock indication.

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Fine Tuning Procedure

if fine tuning is necessary, for example for a weak station which is close to a strong station;

1. Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

Blanking of Unoccupied Programme Positions

(T) Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button. @ Press the Channel Up or Down Button to select a

programme position (channel) which you do not want to tune to a TV station.

(3) Press the Clear Button (“—” will be displayed in the

Programme Position Indication).

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•To return the tuning to its former state, press the Band/AFC Button.

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•Repeat steps (g) and @ for any programme positions on which no stations are to be tuned. Afterwards,

these programme positions will be skipped during Up/Down selection of the programme position,

(4) Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

Cancelling the Clear Function (Blanking)

^ Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button. ^ To cancel the blanking of a programme position, select

that programme position on the VTR and then press the Clear Button.

o Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

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Panasonic NV-D48 User Manual

Operating

Instructions

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VQT2604

CONTENTS

FEATURES

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

20 ED-^CD-^CI]

B-E-Q]

Power Source for the Remote Controller (Digital Scanner)

SETTING THE CLOCK TO THE PRESENT TIME

SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR