Panasonic NV-HS860EE User Manual

Video Cassette Recorder

NV-HS860EE

Operating Instructions

Instrukcja obsługi

VQT8878

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

Dear Customer

May we take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Video Cassette Recorder. We would particularly advise that you carefully study the Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and that you note the listed precautions.

Contents

Before Use

Controls and Components ............................................. 03

Checking the Accessories/Preparing the Remote

Control .......................................................................... 05

Cautions ........................................................................... 06

Warning and Important Information .............................. 07

Setting the Remote Control to Operate Your TV .......... 08

Connecting and Setting Up

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Equipped with

the Q Link Function ..................................................... 10

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Not Equipped

with the Q Link Function ............................................ 12

When You Insert a Video Cassette ........ 16

Playback

Playback .......................................................................... 17

≥ To Ensure High Playback Picture Quality

(3D DNR Function) ...................................................... 18

≥ To Ensure a Stable and Shake-Free Playback Picutre

Quality (TBC Function) ................................................ 18

Recording

Recording ........................................................................ 19

≥ To Immediately Record the Same TV Programme

That You Are Viewing on the TV

(Direct TV Recording) ................................................ 19

≥ To Make an S-VHS Recording on a Video Cassette .... 20

≥ To Record a VHS Tape with S-VHS Quality

(S-VHS Expansion Technology) ................................ 20

≥ To Select the Recording Duration and Perform

Timer Recording (OTR Recording) ............................ 21

Tape Library System

Tape Library System ....................................................... 27

≥ To Check the Tape Library Data ................................ 28

≥ To Manually Enter or Editing a Title or Category ....... 30

≥ To Delete the Tape Library Data ................................ 31

≥ To Restore Deleted Tape Library Data ...................... 32

≥ To Demonstrate the Tape Library System ................. 32

Advanced Operations

Search Functions ............................................................ 33

≥ VISSlVHS Index Search System ............................. 33

≥ Intro-Jet Scan ............................................................. 33

Editing .............................................................................. 34

≥ Assemble Editing ....................................................... 34

≥ Album Function .......................................................... 35

≥ Audio Dubbing ........................................................... 36

Connecting the VCR to a Decoder/

Connecting the VCR to a Stereo Amplifier ............... 38

Connecting the VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Digital

Receiver ....................................................................... 39

Various Settings

Tuning and Assigning the TV Stations Available in

Your Area to the Programme Positions

(Manual Tuning) ........................................................... 42

Restarting the Auto Setup or Download/

Resetting the VCR to the Shipping Condition .......... 47

Setting the VCR’s Clock ................................................. 48

Other Convenient Functions (Various Settings) .......... 49

≥ Settings for the Main Menu Item “Display” ................. 49

≥ Settings for the Main Menu Item “Functions” ............. 51

≥ Language Setting ....................................................... 53

≥ Country Setting .......................................................... 53

Helpful Hints

Timer Recording

Timer Recording ............................................................. 22

≥ To Programme with the On Screen Display (OSD) ... 22

≥ To Programme with the ShowView Function ............. 23

Other Timer Recordings and Convenient Functions .. 24

Glossary ........................................................................... 54

Before Requesting Service ............................................ 56

≥ Adjusting the Playback Picture .................................. 58

Specifications .................................................................. 59

Controls and Components/Regulatory i komponenty

Keep this page open as you read through the Operating Instructions. Refer to it for the control and component names and numbers which appear in the text.

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°°See page 4. (VCR Operation) °°See page 8. (TV Operation) °°Patrz strona 62. (Sterowanie magnetowidem) °°Patrz strona 66. (Sterowanie odbiornikiem TV)

VCR Operation

When you want to operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”.

°\ Cassette compartment

°c Infra-red Remote Control Receiver window

°2 Numeric buttons

To select the programme positions (1–99) of the VCR.

Example:

19:

To select the satellite programme positions.

Example:

SAT 9:

SAT19:

SAT129:

SAT

0 1 9

SAT

2 9

≥ 3-digit programme positions can be selected with this

remote control only in case of a satellite receiver that is

marked with (°

) on the enclosed list of compatible

satellite receivers.

To enter a ShowView number.

To enter numbers for various settings.

°= RESET button

To reset the tape counter (elapsed time) to “0:00.00”. ≥ The tape counter is automatically reset to “0:00.00”

when a video cassette is inserted.

°e VCR display

°A VCR 1/2 switch

Set to the “VCR 2” position when using two Panasonic VCRs. (See page 52.)

°O SUBTITLE button

This button does not operate on this VCR.

°Q Infra-red transmitter

°V Child Lock Function buttons

(Convenient function to prevent unauthorized use)

This function deactivates all buttons on the VCR and the remote control. Use this function, when you do not want other people to operate the VCR.

To Activate the Child Lock Function: 1 Hold down the OK and the OFF (i) buttons V

simultaneously until the “!" hold” indication appears in the VCR display. ≥ If you press a button while the Child Lock function is

on, the “!" hold” indication appears in the VCR display to inform you that no operation is possible.

To Cancel the Child Lock Function: 1 Hold down the OK and the OFF (i) buttons V

simultaneously until the “!" hold” indication disappears. ≥ If you disconnect the power cable, the Child Lock

function is automatically cancelled after the power backup time of approximately 60 minutes has elapsed.

≥ If you cannot cancel the Child Lock function, press

the EXIT button S and perform the operation step 1.

Checking the Accessories/Preparing the Remote Control

Check that you have the accessories shown below .

ENGLISH

∏ Operating

Instructions

∏ Batteries for the

Remote Control

∏ RF lead to connect VCR

and TV

Inserting Remote Control Batteries

1 Slide off the battery cover.

∏ S-VHS ET Sticker

(for cassette tape)

∏ AC Mains lead

≥ Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries. ≥ When you do not use the remote control for a long time,

take out the batteries and store them in a cool, dry

place.

∏ Remote Control∏ Satellite Receiver List

Before Use

Notes for Battery Replacement:

≥ The service life of the batteries is approximately 1 year.

However, it varies considerably depending on the frequency of use.

≥ When they are exhausted, replace them with two AA,

UM3, or R6 size batteries.

≥ When the batteries are exhausted, remove them

immediately and dispose of them correctly.

≥ Make sure that the batteries are inserted with the

polarity (+ and -) correctly aligned.

≥ Do not mix old battery with new battery. ≥ Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and

Manganese.

≥ Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

2 Insert the batteries with the

polarity (+ and -) correctly aligned.

3 Replace the battery cover.

If the Sliding Cover of the Remote Control Becomes Detached

If the sliding cover of the remote control becomes detached accidentally, fit it securely in place by placing it on the top of the remote control at the position shown in the illustration below, and pushing it down until it clicks into position. ≥ It is not possible to fit the sliding cover in place by

pushing or sliding it on from the bottom end of the

remote control.

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Cautions

Be sure to read the cautions carefully before you operate this VCR.

Avoid sudden changes in temperature

If the VCR is moved suddenly from a cold to a warm place, condensation may form on the tape surface and inside the VCR. If this happens, leave the VCR at room temperature for at least 1 hour before operating it.

Avoid humidity and dust

Do not use the VCR in very humid or dusty places. This may cause damage to its internal parts.

Do not cover the ventilation holes

The ventilation holes prevents excessive heat build-up inside the VCR during extended periods of use. Do not block these holes; especially avoid covering them with soft materials such as paper or cloth.

Keep the VCR away from high temperatures

Keep the VCR away from extreme heat such as direct sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.

Keep away from magnets and electromagnetic objects

Never bring a magnet or electromagnetic object close to the VCR because this could adversely affect the performance of the VCR. When using the VCR together with other equipment, keep as much distance as possible between them to prevent them from adversely affecting each other’s performance.

No fingers or other objects inside

Touching internal parts of the VCR is dangerous, and may seriously damage it. Do not attempt to disassemble the VCR. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

Video head clogging

The video heads record the picture signals on the tape during recording and read picture signals from the tape during playback. They are, therefore, of critical importance for the picture quality. If the VCR is used for a very long time, these heads may become dirty and clogged with dust and fine particles from the tape coating. In such a case, the signals can no longer be recorded correctly, and the playback picture will be distorted accordingly. This is the case, for example, if during the playback of a tape, which you know to have excellent recording quality, the picture and sound quality are inferior. When such a symptom occurs, have the recorder checked by qualified service personnel.

Head cleaning by a service centre is not covered by warranty.

Condensation may form in the following cases:

≥ If the VCR is in a room that was very cold before the heater

has just been turned on.

≥ If the VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity. ≥ If the VCR is brought from cold surroundings into a well-

heated room. ≥ The VCR is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such

as an air-conditioned room or car, to a place which is hot

and humid.

Note:

≥ In any of the above-mentioned conditions, do not operate

the VCR for at least 1 hour.

This VCR is not equipped with a dew sensor.

Keep water away

Keep the VCR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. Caution: If water or some other liquid is spilled into the VCR, serious damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VCR, consult qualified service personnel.

Lightning

To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug from the VCR during lightning storms.

Cleaning the VCR

Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use any cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Also do not use compressed air to remove dust.

Stacking

Install the VCR in a horizontal position and do not place anything heavy on it.

Warning and Important Information

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.

IMPORTANT

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

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

∫ DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Remarks

1. This VCR is also capable of receiving SECAM type broadcasting programmes (SECAM B/G) and recording/ playing back its colour television signals.

2. When a cassette which has been recorded on this VCR is played back on a SECAM VCR, the picture may be reproduced in black and white. When it is played back on a PAL VCR without SECAM capability, the picture may not be reproduced in normal colour.

3. When cassettes recorded on a SECAM VCR or SECAM pre-recorded cassettes are played back on this VCR, the picture may be reproduced in black and white.

4. This VCR is not designed for use in France, where a SECAM VCR should be used instead.

Before Use

Press the VCR-ON/OFF button 1 to switch the VCR from on to standby mode or vice versa. In the standby mode, the VCR is still connected to the mains.

HOWVIEW is a trademark of Gemstar Development

S Corporation. The S under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

If you dub still pictures from a conventional analogue video movie camera or VCR, some picture distortion may occur in the recorded picture.

Note:

≥ You will find the CE mark (conformity declaration for

Europe) on the shipping carton and on the rating plate (rear side of the unit).

HOWVIEW system is manufactured

Setting the Remote Control to Operate Your TV

This setting procedure allows you to operate the TVs of most brands using the remote control supplied with this VCR. ≥ Some TV models cannot be operated with this remote

control.

Set the VCR/TV switch P to “TV”.

2 Look up your TV’s manufacturer in the list of TVs

compatible with the VCR’s remote control on the next page.

3 While keeping the TV-ON/OFF button 1 pressed, use

the Numeric buttons 2 to enter the manufacturer’s code. If there is more than one code listed for that manufacturer, try the first code. Be sure to enter the code in two digits. Example: 01

4 Check whether you can operate the TV correctly with the

VCR’s remote control.

If the TV cannot be operated properly:

In step 3, enter the other code listed for that manufacturer and repeat step 4.

TV Operation

The explanations below show you what functions individual buttons have when the VCR/TV switch P is set to “TV”.

The 3 Methods for Switching to the AV Input on Your Panasonic TV

Your Panasonic TV uses one of three different methods for switching between TV reception and the AV input(s). Perform the operations steps listed for the switching methods A, B and C below to determine which one your Panasonic TV uses.

A 1 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “TV”.

2 Press the AV button 3 to switch to the AV Input.

Each press of the AV button 3 switches between “TV reception” and “AV Input(s)”.

B 1 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “TV”.

2 Press the AV button 3.

Colour bars for selecting the AV Input appear on the TV screen.

3 Follow the instructions displayed on the TV screen

to select the desired AV Input from the displayed colour bars for the AV Input by pressing the corresponding colour button J (red) :, DATEi (green) ;, ONi (yellow) G or OFFi (blue) F on the remote control.

C 1 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “TV”.

°°1 TV-ON/OFF button

To switch the TV on from standby mode (OFF) or vice versa. On some TVs it is only possible to switch the TV to standby mode (OFF) with this button, but not on. In this case, try to turn the TV on with one of the following buttons:

Numeric buttons 2 AV button 3 Channel button N

°°2 Numeric buttons

To select the programme positions (1– 99) on the TV.

°°3 AV button

To select the desired AV input on the TV.

°°N Channel button

To select the desired programme position (TV station) on the TV.

°°O TV/TEXT button

To switch between normal TV mode and teletext mode.

°°W Teletext buttons

If your TV is equipped for Teletext reception, you can use these buttons to change the teletext information displayed on the screen and select desired information. For details, refer to your TV’s operating instructions.

2 Press the AV button 3.

The last previously selected AV Input indication appears on the TV screen. The indications for selecting another AV Input also appear, but they disappear a few seconds later.

3 Before the indications for selecting another AV

Input disappear, press the I button :, DATEj button ;, ONj button G or OFFj button F to select the desired AV input. With the following four buttons, you can move and select as follows: I :: Move left DATEj ;: Move down ONj G: Move up OFFj F: Move right

°°X TV ASPECT button

To switch the screen format between the wide-screen and other formats.

°°Y VOLUME button

To adjust the volume of the TV.

List of TVs Compatible with the VCR’s Remote Control

Manufacturer Code

Panasonic 01– 04

AIWA 35

AKAI 27, 30

BLAUPUNKT 09

BRANDT 10, 15

BUSH 05, 06

CURTIS 31

DESMET 05, 31, 33

DUAL 05, 06

ELEMIS 31

FERGUSON 10

GOLDSTAR/LG 31

GOODMANS 05, 06, 31

GRUNDIG 09

HITACHI 22, 23, 31, 40, 41, 42

INNO HIT 34

IRRADIO 30

ITT 25

JVC 17, 39

LOEWE 07

METZ 28, 31

MITSUBISHI 06, 19, 20

MIVAR 24

NEC 36

NOKIA 25– 27

NORDMENDE 10

ORION 37

PHILIPS 05, 06

PHONOLA 31, 33

PIONEER 38

PYE 05, 06

RADIOLA 05, 06

SABA 10

SALORA 26

SAMSUNG 31, 32

SANSUI 05, 31, 33

SANYO 21

SBR 06

SCHNEIDER 05, 06, 29, 30, 31

SELECO 06, 25

SHARP 18

Manufacturer Code

SIEMENS 09

SINUDYNE 05, 06, 33

SONY 08

TELEFUNKEN 10–14

THOMSON 10, 15

TOSHIBA 16

WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05, 06

Before Use

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Equipped with the Q Link Function

Connections and preparations for a TV equipped with the “Q Link”°1 function and equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket. For the connections and preparations for a TV

“SMARTLINK”°

function and with a 21-pin Scart socket, also read from this page.

For details about the connections, also read TV’s operating instructions.

Be sure to keep both the TV and VCR switched off until all connections have been made. For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.

equipped with the “DATA LOGIC”°2, “Easy Link”°3, “Megalogic”°4 or

Aerial (not supplied)

with Q Link function

(not supplied)

21-pin Scart socket

Aerial Input socket

Aerial lead (not supplied)

AC Input socket

AC mains lead (supplied)

Aerial Output socket

Fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied)

Aerial Input socket

RF coaxial cable (supplied)

21-pin Scart socket

To AC mains socket

Hints:

≥ If the TV set is equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket that features Y/C signal separation, set the Normal/S-Video Output switch

p to “S-VIDEO OUT” to record or play back with high picture quality and use a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) to connect the VCR to the TV.

≥ Q Link is an advanced system that offers a range of convenient functions such as automatic copying of the tuning position of

all available TV stations (in the same order as they are programmed on the TV) into your VCR’s memory (this is called Download) if you connect the VCR to your TV with a

fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied). Depending on the

manufacturer, the equivalent of the Q Link function has a different name and may not work exactly the same.

°1 “Q Link” is a registered trademark of Panasonic.

“DATA LOGIC” is a registered trademark of Metz.

“Easy Link” is a registered trademark of Philips.

“Megalogic” is a registered trademark of Grundig.

“SMARTLINK” is a registered trademark of Sony.

For details, refer to your TV’s operating instructions or consult your dealer.

≥ Unlike in most commercially sold 21-pin Scart cables, in fully-wired 21-pin Scart cables all 21 pins of one plug are connected

to the matching pin of the plug on the other end of the cable. This type of cable is necessary for the Preset Download function to work.

Preset Download Function

The Preset Download function automatically copies the tuning position of all available TV stations into the VCR’s memory when you connect the VCR using a cable to a TV

equipped with the Q Link function.

fully-wired 21-pin Scart

To Simultaneously Set Up this VCR with a New TV

Perform the following operation steps exactly as described to ensure that the Preset Download function works correctly.

First of all, make sure that the VCR is switched off.

√

1 Switch the TV on.

The TV starts to tune all available TV stations and to adjust the clock. (This is called Auto Setup function.)

Hint:

≥ If you use a Panasonic TV and perform the operation step

1, starting the downloading of the setup data will automatically display the “Download” indication. However, in case of a TV of another make, the “Download” indication may not appear. In this case, select the AV input on your TV if you want to see the “Download” indication.

To Set Up this VCR with a TV Already in Use

1 Switch the TV on.

2 Select the AV input on your TV.

3 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”.

√ When the TV has finished its

On Screen Display

own auto setup, the VCR is automatically switched on, and the downloading of the setup data from the TV to the VCR starts. (Applicable to TVs with “Q Link” or “DATA LOGIC” function)

Download

Download in

progress,

please wait.

Position 67

Indication during downloading

If your TV is equipped with the “Easy Link”, “Megalogic” or “SMARTLINK” function, the Country setting menu appears on the TV screen before downloading. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select the desired country. Then, press the OK button T and the downloading automatically starts.

√ The VCR’s Auto Setup

(Downloading) is complete

Country

Deutschland Česká Rep. Magyarország

Menu for Country setting

CVC

Polska

Россия

others

VCR display

when the programme position and the current time appear in the VCR display.

Programme position

Indication when the current time is 16:45

Note:

≥ If you accidentally switch on the VCR before the TV,

downloading of the setup data from the TV may not be performed correctly. In this case, follow the operation steps below.

4 Press the VCR-ON/OFF button

1 to switch the VCR on. Downloading of the setup data starts automatically. (Applicable

Download

Download in

progress,

please wait.

Position 67

to TVs with “Q Link” or “DATA LOGIC” function)

If your TV is equipped with the “Easy Link”,

Indication during downloading

Connecting and Setting Up

“Megalogic”or “SMARTLINK” function, the Country setting menu appears on the TV screen before downloading. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select the desired country. Then, press the OK button T and the downloading automatically

Country

Deutschland Česká Rep. Magyarország

Menu for Country setting

Polska

Россия

others

starts.

√ When the programme

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position and the current time appear in the VCR display, the VCR’s Auto Setup (Downloading) is complete.

Programme position

Indication when the current time is 16:45

1 Wait until the Auto Setup is complete on both the TV and

the VCR.

2 Press the MENU button U to display the OSD Main

menu on the TV screen.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select

“Tuning” and then “Download”.

4 Press the OK button T twice. Downloading of the setup

data from the TV to the VCR starts.

5 When the programme position and the current time

appear in the VCR display, downloading is complete.

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Not Equipped with the Q Link Function

Method 1.

AC Input socket

AC Mains lead (supplied)

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using RF coaxial cable and 21-pin Scart cable, then follow the steps below. (AV Connection)

Aerial (not supplied)

Aerial Input socket

21-pin Scart socket

Aerial Output socket

21- Scart cable to AV1 (not supplied)

RF Coaxial cable (supplied) ≥ Must be connected to

watch TV channels even if 21-pin Scart cable is used to connect VCR to TV.

Aerial lead (not supplied)

Aerial Input socket

TV (not supplied)

21-pin Scart socket

To AC Mains socket

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 14).

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using only RF coaxial cable, then follow the

or Method 2.

AC Input socket

AC Mains lead (supplied)

steps below. (RF Connection)

Aerial (not supplied)

Aerial Input socket

Aerial Output socket

RF Coaxial cable (supplied) ≥ Must be connected to

watch TV channels.

Aerial lead (not supplied)

Aerial Input socket

TV (not supplied)

To AC Mains socket

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 15).

or Method 3.

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using AV cable, then follow the steps below.

AC Input socket m

AC Mains lead (supplied)

Aerial Input socket l

Video Output

socket

Audio Output sockets

Aerial lead (not supplied)

Aerial Output socket

AV cable (not supplied)

Aerial (not supplied)

Audio Input sockets

Video Input socket

Aerial Input socket

RF Coaxial cable (supplied)

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 14).

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using S-Video cable, then follow the steps

or Method 4.

below. (S-Video Connection)

TV (not supplied)

To AC Mains socket

Connecting and Setting Up

AC Input socket m

AC Mains lead (supplied)

Aerial Input socket

S-Video Output socket

Audio Output sockets

Aerial Output socket

Aerial (not supplied)

Aerial lead (not supplied)

Aerial Input socket

RF Coaxial cable (supplied)

S-Video cable (not supplied)

Audio cables (not supplied)

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 14).

Audio Input sockets

S-Video Input socket

TV with S-Video Input socket (not supplied)

To AC Mains socket

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using Method 1, 3, or

s s s s s s s s

4 follow the operations explained below.

Auto Setup Function

The Auto Setup function automatically tunes all available TV stations and sets the VCR’s clock to the current date and time. If the tuning and time/date settings are not correct, performing timer recordings is not possible. ≥ When “Россия” (Russia) is selected in the Country setting

menu, the names of TV stations may not be correctly displayed and the Auto Clock Setting does not work.

11 Switch the TV on.

12 Select the AV input on your TV.

13 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”.

14 Press the VCR-ON/OFF button

1 to switch the VCR on. The Country setting menu appears on the TV screen.

15 Press the Cursor buttons

(3421) R to select the country where you are using the VCR.

16 Press the OK button T and the

VCR’s Auto Setup automatically starts and tunes all available TV stations and also sets the clock. This takes about 5 minutes.

17 When the indication shown

on the right appears on the VCR display, the Auto Setup is complete.

Programme position

18 Press the MENU button U

for more than 5 seconds so that the RF output channel number appears on the VCR display. The initial setting is channel 38.

On Screen Display

Country

Deutschland Česká Rep. Magyarország

Menu for Country setting

Auto-Setup

in progress,

please wait.

Indication during Auto Setup

CVC

Indication when the RF output channel is 38 (example)

Polska

Россия

others

Ch 21

VCR display

Indication when the current time is 16:45

When the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup has finished:

1 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to set the correct

time and date.

2 Press the OK button T to conclude the setting.

3 Press the EXIT button S to exit the On Screen Display.

To Confirm that the TV Stations Have Been Tuned Correctly by the Auto Setup Function

1 Press the MENU button U to

display the OSD Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons

(3421) R to select “Tuning” and “Manual” in this order.

3 Press the OK button T to

display the list of tuned TV stations and confirm that all available TV stations have been set correctly.

4 Press the EXIT button S to exit the On Screen Display.

When the station names and/or channel numbers have not been set correctly, or you want to change them:

See page 42 for details.

When no station has been set, confirm all connections of the VCR again and restart the Auto Setup. (See page 47 for details.)

Main menu

Timer record Tape Library Display Tuning Clock Functions Language Country Satellite

Tuning

Pos Name Ch

1 ARD 1 2 ZDF 2 3N3 19 4 HR3 26 5 BR3 18 6 RB3 3 7 SFB3 36 8 SW3 29 9 WDR3 17

10 MDR3 32

List of tuned TV stations (example)

Manual

Auto-Setup Restart

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Pos Name Ch

11 ORB 35 12 RTL+ 4 13 SAT1 5 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

c9 Press the Numeric button “0”

2 so that the displayed RF output channel number changes to “– –”.

Indication after changing the RF output channel to “– –”

10 Press the OK button T to conclude the setting.

√ To Cancel the Auto Setup Before It Has Finished

Press the EXIT button S.

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using Method 2, follow the operations explained below.

To be able to watch the VCR picture on the TV, RF connection requires the video playback channel to be set on the TV. ≥ When “Россия” (Russia) is selected in the Country setting

menu, the names of TV stations may not be correctly displayed and the Auto Clock Setting does not work.

01 Switch the TV on.

02 Select an unoccupied programme position (which is not

tuned to a TV station). If you are using a Panasonic TV, select programme position “0”.

03 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”.

04 Press the VCR-ON/OFF button 1 to switch the VCR on.

05 Press the MENU button U for

VCR display

more than 5 seconds. The number of the RF output channel appears on the VCR display. The initial setting is

Indication when the RF output channel is 38 (example)

channel 38.

06 Tune your TV until the test

pattern shown on the right appears on the TV screen. Now, the setting of the RF

On Screen Display

Panasonic

VCR

Ch:38

output channel is complete. ≥ As the tuning method differs

depending on the TV you are using, refer to your TV’s

Indication of the test pattern

operating instructions for details about tuning.

07 Press the OK button T.

The Country setting menu appears on the TV screen.

Country

Deutschland Česká Rep. Magyarország

Menu for Country setting

Polska

Россия

others

08 Press the Cursor buttons

(3421) R to select the country where you are using the VCR.

09 Press the OK button T and

the VCR’s Auto Setup automatically starts and tunes all available TV stations and also sets the clock. This

Auto-Setup

in progress,

please wait.

Ch 21

Indication during Auto Setup

takes about 5 minutes.

10 When the indication shown

CVC

on the right appears on the VCR display, the Auto Setup is complete.

Programme position

Indication when the current time is 16:45

√ To Cancel the Auto Setup Before It Has Finished

Press the EXIT button S.

When the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup has finished:

See page 14.

RF select:

Set the VCR’s RFC system the same as the TV system of the connected TV. (See page 51.)

To Confirm that the TV Stations Have Been Tuned Correctly by the Auto Setup Function

See page 14.

If the Picture on the TV’s Video Playback Channel Is Distorted

If, after setup, you select the video playback channel on the TV and view a TV programme on a programme position selected on the VCR, some interference may occur in certain cases. If this happens, you can minimise the distortion by changing the RF output channel on the VCR to another number. Follow the operations below.

1 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”.

2 Press the MENU button U for more than 5 seconds.

The number of the RF output channel appears on the VCR display. The initial setting is channel 38.

Indication when the RF output channel is 38 (example)

3 Press the Numeric buttons 2 to change the RF output

channel. Enter a channel number which differs by 2 or 3 from the one initially set number. For example, as the original number is 38, enter 41.

Indication after changing the RF output channel to 41 (example)

4 Press the OK button T to conclude the setting.

Note When You Have Changed the RF Output Channel:

After changing the RF output channel to a different number, be sure to retune your TV to the VCR’s new RF output channel. (For details about tuning, refer to your TV’s operating instructions.)

1 Press the MENU button U for more than 5 seconds.

2 When the test pattern shown

on the right appears sharp and clear on the TV screen, the tuning is complete.

3 Press the EXIT button S to exit the On Screen Display.

Panasonic

VCR

Ch:41

Test pattern indication

Connecting and Setting Up

When You Insert a Video Cassette

The Tape Library System makes it easy to check what programmes are recorded on the inserted tape and lets you quickly select a programme for playback. For further details about the Tape Library System, see page 27.

When you insert a cassette

with an erasure prevention tab:

As soon as you insert the cassette, the Cassette Number Check starts automatically. Wait a few moments until this check is completed.

On Screen Display VCR display

Checking tape number...

Please wait !

When inserting a cassette that was recorded on this VCR:

When the Cassette Number Check is completed, the cassette number and the cassette’s contents (recorded programmes) appear on the On Screen Display, and the cassette number appears on the VCR display.

Content of tape: 5 Page 1/2

Title

Football

ZDF (18:58)

¢¢¢03 (19:08) Ch 3 ¢¢¢¢¢ (19:18)

(When loading cassette No. 5.)

To select a programme on the inserted cassette and start playback, see page

28.

Date/Category

We 5.04.00 Sports

We 19.04.00 News

Sa 29.04.00 Movies

Fr 12.05.00 Music

To perform playback without making use of the Tape Library functions, recording or some other function, press the EXIT button S to make the Tape Library indications

The cassette number and tape contents are not displayed for the following types of cassettes:

a. New (never used) cassettes. b. Cassettes recorded on another VCR. c. Cassettes whose cassette number was

deleted from the Library data. d. Certain other kinds of cassettes. e. Cassettes which do not have a programme

recorded for at least 15 munites.

(25 minutes in the EP mode)

In the above cases, the following indications appear:

Tape ID could not

be detected

(This indication appears for several seconds.)

To perform playback, recording or some other function, operate the VCR for the desired function.

disappear, and then operate the VCR for the desired function. Pressing the EXIT button S is necessary even if the TV is not turned on.

When you insert a cassette without an erasure prevention tab:

As soon as you insert the cassette, playback starts and the cassette number appears on the VCR display for several seconds. However, the cassette number and the cassette’s contents (recorded programmes) do not appear on the On Screen Display.

(When loading cassette No. 5.)

If you want to cancel the Cassette Number Check midway:

Press the Play I, Stop 9, EJECT Z or VCR-ON/OFF button 1 after the check has started.

≥ No Tape Library data

appears if you cancel the Cassette Number Check. (See page 28.)

≥ If you cancel the Cassette

Number Check midway and then preform recording, a different cassette number may additionally be recorded on the cassette. However, this VCR will automatically cancel the added cassette number(s) when you play back the tape from the beginning.

Playback

Preparations

≥ Confirm that the VCR is on. ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is

selected.

≥ Insert a recorded video cassette.

As soon as the cassette is inserted, the Cassette Number Check starts. Wait a few moments until it is completed. (See page 16.)

For Normal Playback:

Press the Play button I.

VCR display

For Cue Playback:

During playback, tap the Fast Forward button H.

≥ To return to normal playback, press the

Play button I.

≥ If you press and hold down the Fast

Forward button H, cue playback continues for as long as you keep the button pressed.

For Review Playback:

During playback, tap the Rewind button 8.

≥ To return to normal playback, press the

Play button I.

≥ If you press and hold down the Rewind

button 8, review playback continues for as long as you keep the button pressed.

Notes:

≥ Cue, review or slow playback will be automatically

cancelled after 10 minutes, and still playback after 5 minutes.

≥ During playback function other than normal playback,

horizontal noise bars may appear in the picture, the colour of the picture may be unstable, or the picture may be otherwise distorted. When you play back a tape recorded in the LP mode, the picture may be in black and white. When you play back a tape recorded in the EP mode, the picture and the sound may be distorted. However, these are not malfunctions.

To Play Back a Recorded Part Repeatedly

Press the Play button I on the remote control for more than 5 seconds. The “R” indication appears on the On Screen Display. ≥ If “OSD” is set to “OFF” (See page 49), the “R” indication

will not appear in repeat playback mode.

Beginning of Tape

Repeat Playback

PLAY

REWIND

End of Recorded Part

Control Signal Interruption (at least 5 sec.)

0:00.29

Indication of the Repeat Playback mode

Playback

For Still Playback:

During playback, press the Pause/Slow button 7.

≥ To return to normal playback, press the

Play button I or the Pause/Slow button 7.

For Slow Playback:

During playback, keep the Pause/Slow button 7 pressed for 2 seconds or more.

≥ To return to normal playback, press the

Play button I.

Fast-forwarding or Rewinding the Tape:

To fast-forward the tape: Press the Fast Forward button H in the stop mode.

To rewind the tape: Press the Rewind button 8 in the stop mode.

≥ To stop fast-forwarding or rewinding, press the Stop button

≥ To briefly view the picture during fast-forwarding or

rewinding, press and hold down the corresponding button.

To Stop Playback

Press the Stop button 9.

To Cancel the Repeat Playback Mode:

Press the Stop button 9.

To Rewind the Tape a Little to View the Same Scene Again (Replay Function)

If you want to view the same scene again, for example because you could not catch clearly what a person said, simply press the REPLAY button 4, to rewind the tape a little from its present position and play it back again. The direction in which the tape is rewound depends on what playback mode the VCR is in when you press the REPLAY button 4. ≥ If you press the REPLAY button 4 when the VCR is in the

stop, rewind, fast-forward, slow playback, or standby (Off) mode, the Replay function does not work.

During Normal Playback, Cue Playback and Still Playback:

When you press the REPLAY button 4, the VCR switches over to the review playback mode for a few seconds and then resumes normal playback.

During Review Playback:

When you press the REPLAY button 4, the VCR briefly switches over to Cue playback and then plays back at normal speed in forward direction from the point where the REPLAY button 4 was pressed.

To Stop Playback Automatically (Playback Off Timer Function)

If you set the playback duration, the playback will stop automatically. After the set playback time has elapsed, the VCR automatically stops playback and switches off.

To Ensure High Playback Picture Quality (3D DNR Function)

To activate the 3-Dimensional Digital Noise Reduction (3D DNR) function, press the 3D DNR button g, so that the 3D DNR lamp is lit.

To Activate the Playback Off Timer Function:

During normal playback, press the Play button I for more than 2 seconds to put the VCR in the Playback Off Timer mode. After that, press the Play button I on the VCR repeatedly until the desired playback duration is displayed on the VCR display.

≥ Repeatedly pressing this button changes the indication in

the following order:

Counter display (normal playback mode)

240 (min.)

To Stop Midway:

Press the Stop button 9.

180 (min.)

30 (min.)

on the VCR

60 (min.)

120 (min.)

To Play Back NTSC Video Cassettes on Your PAL TV (Quasi-NTSC Playback Function)

This VCR allows playback of tapes recorded in the NTSC system on a normal PAL system TV with the same operations as usual. On some TVs, however, the playback picture may roll up or down. ≥ If your TV has a V-HOLD control or equivalent adjustment

function, use it to try to stop the picture movement.

Convenient Automatic Functions

VCR Auto Power On

When you insert a video cassette, the VCR switches on automatically.

Auto Playback Start

When you insert a video cassette with a broken erasure prevention tab, playback start automatically without having to press the Play button I.

VCR-off Playback

When the VCR is off, an inserted cassette can be played back by pressing the Play button I.

Auto Rewind

When the tape reaches the end, the VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning. ≥ This function does not work during timer recording and

OTR.

Automatic Switching Off and Ejection

When the VCR is switched off, and inserted cassette can be ejected simply by pressing the EJECT button Z. The VCR will eject the cassette and automatically turn itself off again.

≥ When the 3D DNR function is activated, the 3D DNR lamp

is lit.

≥ We recommend that you leave this function activated for

normal use of the VCR. However, when performing editing, press the 3D DNR button g to turn this function off so that the 3D DNR lamp is not lit, to ensure editing with optimal picture quality.

≥ The 3D DNR function does not work during playback of a

video cassette recorded in the NTSC system and MESECAM system.

To Ensure a Stable and ShakeFree Playback Picutre Quality (TBC Function)

TBC stands for Time Base Corrector. This function improves the horizontal shaking and the stable distortion in the vertical lines which tend to take place when tapes are played back.

≥ When the TBC function is activated, the TBC lamp is lit. ≥ We recommend that you leave this function activated for

normal use of the VCR.

≥ The TBC function does not work during playback of a video

cassette recorded in the NTSC system.

≥ When you cannot ensure high playback picture quality,

press the TBC button ` to cancel this function so that the TBC lamp is turned off.

≥ When switching the TBC function, the picture and the

sound may be distorted. However, these are not malfunctions.

To Eject the Video Cassette Using the Remote Control

Keep pressing the Stop button 9 for at least 3 seconds.

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