Panasonic NV-SD10 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Video Cassette Recorder

NV-SD10 Series

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

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.

Information for Your Safety

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

MOISTURE.

NV-SD10A: Australian model NV-SD10EA: New Zealand model

FOR YOUR SAFETY

■ DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer

servicing to qualified service personnel.

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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.

Connections.................................................................... 6

Tuning the TV to your VTR Storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR Setting the Clock of the VTR

Controls and Connection Sockets................................ 12

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Playback

On-the-spot Recording Other Functions

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Advanced Operations

Timer Recording

• Using the Remote Controller

Search Function

• VHS Index Search System .,

Editing

•Assembly Editing.....................

Bar Code Operation

• Scanner Preparation

• Setting the Clock

•Timer Recording .....................

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Before Requesting Service

Specifications................................................................. 39

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Precautions

Please read these cautions before you operate this VTR,

Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature

If the VTR is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the VTR,

In this case, the Dew Indicator “ " will flash on and off and

the VTR will not operate.

Humidity and Dust

Avoid places where there is high humidity or much dust, which may cause damage to internal parts.

Do Not Obstruct the Ventilation Holes

The ventilation holes prevent abnormal increase in temperature. Do not block or cover these holes. Especially

avoid covering the holes with soft materials such as cloth or paper.

Keep away from High Temperature

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

Keep Magnets away

Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VTR because it will adversely affect the performance of the VTR.

No Fingers or Other Objects Inside

Touching internal parts of this VTR is dangerous, and may cause serious damage to the VTR. Do not attempt to disassemble the VTR. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

Keep Water away

Keep the VTR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. CAUTION: If liquids are spilled into the VTR, serious damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VTR, consult qualified service personnel.

Video Head Clogging

The video heads place picture signals on the tape during recording and read picture signals from the tape during playback and they are. therefore, of critical importance for

the picture quality. To ensure that they can always provide

optimum picture quality, this VTR is equipped with an Auto

Head Cleaning Function that removes tape particles and dust from the video heads. However, if the VTR is used over extremely long periods of time, these heads may still become dirty and clogged. 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,

during the playback of a tape, the sound is reproduced normally, but no picture is seen, or the picture is greatly

distorted. When such a symptom case occurs have the

recorder checked by qualified service personnel.

If Dew Condensation Forms in the VTR Condensation may form in the VTR if:

•The VTR is in a room when the heater has just been turned on,

• The VTR is in a room with steam or high humidity.

•The VTR is brought from cold surroundings into a well-heated room.

•The VTR is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such as an air-conditioned room or car, to a place which is hot and humid.

When dew forms in the VTR:

The Dew Indicator “ " on the Multi-Function Display will

flash on and off and all the function buttons are made non-operational to protect the tape and the video heads. When the Dew Indicator flashes, wait until this indicator disappears,

• If dew condensation forms inside the VTR while the OPERATE Switch is off. it will turn on automatically and the Dew Indicator will flash on and off. As soon as the dew condensation has been dissolved, the VTR will turn itself off again.

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Lightning

To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug

from the VTR.

Cleaning the VTR

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

Stacking

Place the VTR in a horizontal position, and do not place anything heavy on it.

Connections

This tells you how to connect the VTR to an aerial, TV, etc.

Tuning the TV to your VTR

The VTR supplies a signal to the TV set via the RF coaxial cable.

For Australia; on channel 0 or 1 For New Zealand: on channel 2 or 3

Storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR

The VTR is fitted with its own TV tuner {just like a normal TV set) and can be tuned to receive up to 99 TV broadcast stations.

Setting the Clock of the VTR

The built-in clock is used to activate the timer for automatic

recording and must be set to the correct time.

Connections

Basic Connections

The following connections are required to record and play back the VTR through a TV set:

Connection to a TV Set with the Audio/Video Input Sockets

1,5

It is possible to view the video picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts.

If you have connected the VTR to the TV through the

video and audio input sockets then you do not need to follow the procedure mentioned below.

Operations

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TEST

SIGNAL

Display Symbols

Turn on the TV and VTR.

Select the VTR mode.

VTR

Select the video playback channel which is not occupied with any TV station.

NV-SD10A: L (channel 0) or Fi (channel 1) NV-SDIOEA: L (channel 2) or H (channel 3)

To generate a test pattern, set TEST SIGNAL to ON.

Set the TV to an unused position which you

wish to use for your video playback.

NV-SDIOA: L (channel 0) or H (channel 1)

NV-SDIOEA; L (channel 2) or H (channel 3)

• NV-SD10A only In some areas channel 0 may be used by local TV station. In this case switch to channel 1.

OFF ON

TEST

SIGNAL

Set TEST SIGNAL to OFF.

storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR

Introduction

The VTR is fitted with its own tuner (just like a normal TV set) and can be pre-set to receive up to 99 TV broadcast stations.

Operations

Display Symbols

TUNER PRESET

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Preparation

•Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is selected.

•Turn on the VTR and press VTR/TV to select the VTR mode.

Keep TUNER PRESET pressed until a bleep sound is heard.

Select the programme position, then press NEXT.

Select TV band “I”, “III” or “U", then press NEXT.

TUNER PRESET

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Search for the required TV station by

pressing and holding + or Release once the station has been found.

• The station changes quickly by pressing SHIFT simultaneously with + or —.

Press TUNER PRESET twice.

Fine Tuning Procedure

1 Press TUNER PRESET until a bleep sound is heard, and

then press again.

2 Press NEXT. 3 Press + or “ to obtain the best tuning condition.

• “AFC” Indicator disappears.

• To return the tuning to its former state, press SHIFT.

4 Press TUNER PRESET.

Blanking of Unoccupied Programme Positions

1 Press TUNER PRESET until a bleep sound is heard.

2 Select a programme position which you do not want to

tune to a TV station, by using + or —.

3 Press SHIFT. {“- is displayed.)

• Repeat steps 2 and 3 for other unoccupied programme positions to skip during the selection of the programme positions.

•To cancel the blanking of a programme position, select that programme position on the VTR and then press

SHIFT.

4 Press TUNER PRESET twice.

storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR

PRE-PROGRAMMED TV CHANNELS (NV-SD10A)

The local TV transmission channels 2, 7, 9 and 10 are factory-preset in this VTR. That is, if you can receive television broadcasts on VHF channels 2, 7, 9 and

10, these are already tuned on the programme

positions with the matching numbers.

However, it is possible to cancel these presettings and tune the local TV broadcast channels on any desired programme positions.

For alternative settings and tuning of additional TV broadcasts channels, follow the Tuning Operations.

Channel Plan

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1-3 ; 4-11 21-69

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Setting the Clock of the VTR

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

Preparation

Turn on the VTR,

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For Example:

Date; 16th, October, 1999 Time; 20:15

Operations

CLOCK

SET

Display Symbols

2 Set each item by pressing + or — and NEXT.

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Keep CLOCK SET pressed until a bleep sound is heard.

Set Year “99”.

Set Month “10”.

Set Date “16”.

Set Hour “20”.

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CLOCK

SET

Note:

The clock operates for at least 60 minutes by its backup system in the event of power failure.

Set Minute “15”.

•There is no need to press NEXT.

Press CLOCK SET.

•The dock will start.

Time reset function

XXiOO.OO can be set by performing the operation steps 1

and 3 during XX:58.00-XX:01.59.

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Controls and Connection Sockets

This gives a detailed explanation of the function of each button, switch and connection socket.

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Panasonic NV-SD10 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Video Cassette Recorder

Contents

Precautions

Connections

Display Symbols

Set TEST SIGNAL to OFF.

storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR

Fine Tuning Procedure

Blanking of Unoccupied Programme Positions

Channel Plan

Setting the Clock of the VTR

Preparation

2 1.3

Display Symbols

2 Set each item by pressing + or — and NEXT.

Keep CLOCK SET pressed until a bleep sound is heard.

Set Year “99”.

Set Month “10”.

Set Date “16”.

Set Minute “15”.

Press CLOCK SET.