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Video Cassette Recorder
NV-SD250 Series
1-CODE
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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product,
please read these instructions completely.
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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,
G-Code Programming System
Programming is now easier than ever: simply enter the
G-Code number provided in the programme schedule
column carried by newspapers and magazines.
• G-Code is a trademark applied for by Gemstar
Development Corp, G-Code system is manufactured
under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Al Crystal View Control
A1 circuit for optimizing of playback characteristics,
playback characteristics.
During playback the contrast of tapes recorded with good
level is automatically optimized.
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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 iaws.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
NV-SD250A; Australian model
NV-SD250EA: 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.
Contents
Controls and Connection Sockets .............................. 4
infra-red Remote Controller
On Screen Display
Connections ................................................................... 9
Tuning the TV to your VTR: NV-SD250A.................. 10
Setting the Remote Controller for Operation
of your TV................................................................... 12
Language Setting of On Screen Display
Setting the Clock of the VTR
Storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR ........................ 15
Preparations for G-Code Programming
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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.
Playback
Manual Recording
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Operations
Timer Recording
•G'Code Programming ................................................. 24
Editing ......................................................................... 25
•Assembly Editing ........................................................ 25
Other Functions
Before Requesting Service........................................ 27
Precautions................................................................. 30
Specifications............................................................. 31
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Controls and Connection Sockets
This gives a detailed explanation of the function of each button, switch and connection socket.
O Cassette Compartment
Insert a video cassette here.
o POWER (!)/!
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or
vice versa, in standby mode, the unit is still connected
to the mains.
© EJECT
To eject a video cassette.
© Infra-red Remote Control Receiver Window
e Display
© TIMER REC
To turn the timer recording function on and off.
□ is ¡it or not lit.
Once operating timer recording function, the normal
VTR operation is not possible unless this button is set
to off.
To select the required programme position (TV
station),
© REC
To start a recording.
© REW (REWIND)
In the stop mode;
In the playback mode:
In the rewind mode:
is lit.
® STOP
To stop any playback or recording.
0 PLAY
To start playback. is lit.
® FF (FAST FORWARD)
In the stop mode: To fast forward the tape
In the playback mode; To search forward
In the fast forward mode; To obtain high speed picture
is lit.
To rewind the tape
To search backward
To obtain high speed picture
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Controls and Connection Sockets
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0 VIDEO IN
To connect a video cable to a Movie Camera or
another video recorder.
<D VIDEO OUT
To connect a video cable to a TV or another video
recorder.
0 RFIN
To connect to the external aerial.
© CHADJ.
To adjust the RF transmitting channel 31-43.
(Only for NV-SD250A.)
0 AC IN
TO connect to the main power supply,
© NV-SD250A: TEST SIGNAL
The test signal is transmitted on
channel 37,
NV-SD250EA: Video Playback Channel Selector
To select the video playback channel.
© AUDIO IN
To connect an audio cable to a Movie Camera or
another video recorder,
© AUDIO OUT
To connect an audio cable to a TV or another video
recorder.
© RFOUT
To connect to the aerial terminal on a TV set.
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infra-red Remote Controller
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POWER (TV)
To switch the TV from on to standby mode or vice
versa. In standby mode, the TV is still connected to the
mains,
•With some TV models, it may only be possible to
switch the TV to standby mode using this button.
In this case, use TV/AV or\/' /\ (TV) to switch the
TV on.
TV/AV
T0 select the TV input.
POWER (VTR)
To switch the VTR from on to standby mode or vice
versa. In standby mode, the VTR is still connected to
the mains.
OSD
For the On Screen Display Function.
REW (REWIND)
In the stop mode:
In the playback mode:
In the rewind mode;
"«!" is lit.
PLAY
To start playback. ‘ i>'
To rewind the tape
To search backward
To obtain high speed picture
During playback: Still picture.
During recording; To interrupt recording.
8 REC
To start a recording.
• Press both buttons simultaneously.
9 V/^(VTR)
To select the required programme position {TV station)
of the VTR.
10 TRACKING/V-LOCK
For manual tracking adjustment
The + and - buttons are used to adjust the tracking
when, for example, noise bars on the picture are better
removed manually than by the automatic digital
tracking control. After making a manual adjustment,
press both buttons together to return to automatic
digital tracking control.
For slow tracking adjustment
When noise bars appear during Still or Slow playback,
switch over to slow playback and adjust with the + or
- Button to reduce the noise bars.
For vertical locking adjustment
Use the + and - buttons to minimize any vertical jitter
during still-picture playback.
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11 SLOW
For the slow motion playback function. "D [>” is lit.
12 FF (FAST FORWARD)
tn the stop mode; To fast forward the tape
In the playback mode; To search forward
In the fast fon/vard mode: To obtain high speed picture
is lit.
13 STOP
To stop any playback or recording.
14 INDEX
For the index search function.
15 s//N(TV)
To select the required programme position (TV station)
of the TV.
16 VOLUME
To adjust the volume of the TV.
17 I nfra- red Tra n sm itte r
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To programme a timer recording.
19 DATE
To programme a timer recording.
20 DISPLAY
To change the indication on the VTR Display.
p->Ciock—>Counter —|
21 RESET
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.
22 PROGRAM
To set and check timer programmes.
23 ZERO STOP
For the zero stop function.
24 CANCEL
To cancel the settings made for a timer recording.
25 INPUT SELECT
To select the "AV” external recording source.
26 VTR/TV
NV-SD250A: No function.
NV-SD250EA: To select the VTR mode or TV mode.
27 TV SELECT
To set the remote controller for operation of the TV.
28 MENU
To make OSD menu appear on the TV screen.
29 ENTER
To make selections from On Screen Display.
30 A ▼ ◄ ►
To make selections from On Screen Display.
Infra-red Remote Controller
31 Programme Position Selector Buttons
•To select the programme positions (1-99).
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•To programme a G-Code number.
32 G-Code
For the G-Code programming.
33 TIMER REC
To turn the timer recording function on and off.
□ is lit or not lit.
Once operating timer recording function, the normal
VTR operation is not possible unless this button is set
to off.
34 OFF
To programme a timer recording.
35 ON
To programme a timer recording.
Power Source for the Remote Controller
The remote controller is powered by 2 ”AA”, “UM3” or '‘R6’
size batteries. The life of the batteries is about one year,
although this depends on the frequency of use.
Precautions for Battery Replacement
• Load the new batteries with their polarity (0 and G)
aligned correctly.
•Do not apply heat to the batteries, or an internal
short-circuit may occur.
• If you do not intend to use the remote controller 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 battery together, and never
use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.
Installing the Batteries
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On Screen Display
Press OSD to make the On Screen Display appear on the
TV screen.
•To make this display disappear, press OSD again.
OSD
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^ Programme position 0 Tape running display
Stop, Eject
Rewind, Review
Fast Forward, Cue ►►
Playback
Still Playback
Recording
Recording Pause
Slow Playback
e Present time/Tape counter
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Present time 17:24
Tape counter
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Index search
•Only for NV-SD250A.
O Cassette-in indicator
Note:
On Screen Display may be disturbed or disappear during
special playback.
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Connections
This tells you how to connect with an aerial, TV, etc.
Basic Connections
The following connections are required to record and play
back the VTR through TV set:
TV Set (Not supplied)
On Screen Display
Connections
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To mains supply
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Connection to a TV Set with the Audio/Video Input Sockets
TV Set (Not supplied)
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
Aerial
(Not supplied)
1
To mains supply
3
(Not supplied)
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Tuning the TV to your VTR
: NV-SD250A
The VTR supplies a signal to the TV set via the RF coaxial
cable on channel 37.
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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2
3
4
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TEST SIGNAL
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Turn on the TV and VTR.
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.
Set TEST SIGNAL to OFF.
Note:
The test signal is transmitted on video channel 37.
If you are encountering interference from a TV broadcast
on this video channel, you may readjust to another free
channel (31 -43) by using the
located on the rear of the VTR.
Please note that if the CH ADJ. screw is used then you will
have to retune your TV to the test signal as in item 2 to 4
above.
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CH ADJ. screw which is
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: NV-SD250EA
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, instead, simply
select AV mode on the television.
Tuning the TV to your VTR
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Operations
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POWER
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Display Symbol
Turn on the TV and VTR.
Select the VTR mode.
VTR
Select the video playback channel which is
not occupied with any TV station.
H: Channel 3
L: Channel 2
Insert a pre-recorded cassette tape and
press PLAY.
Select a programme number on the TV set
which you wish to use as the video viewing
channel. Then tune in the TV to the picture
from the cassette tape currently playing.
Stop the playback.
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Setting the Remote Controller
for Operation of your TV
You can operate some manufacturer of TVs (see following
table) using the supplied Remote Controller after this
setting up.
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TV Manufacturer Operation Button
TV SELECT DISPLAY
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TV^CT PROGRAM
Panasonic/National
o • ®
TVSEI^CT CANCEL
O • Q
TV^CT REC
O " HI
TV SELECT
SONY
o
TV SELECT
TOSHIBA
O ^
TV SELECT
JVC
o ^
TV SELECT
HITACHI
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TV SELECT
Preparation
Install the batteries in the remote controller. See page 7.
Operations
Turn on the TV.
1
O Press corresponding operation button
^ to your TV manufacturer (see following
table) while keeping TV SELECT
pressed.
• If setting is correct, TV will be turned off
automatically.
MITSUBISHI
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TV SELECT
O ^
TV SELECT
SHARP
O
TV SELECT
PHILIPS
O
TV SELECT
NEC
O
TV SELECT
SANYO
When the TV manufacturer is Panasonic/National or
MITSUBISHI:
When the TV’s power is turned off in step 2 above, turn it
back on and adjust the TV’s volume using this remote
controller. The volume can be adjusted if the operation
button matches the manufacturer of TV.
If it is not possible to adjust the TV’s volume, try pressing
the other operation button to match the manufacturer of TV
again until the volume can be adjusted.
Note:
Some TV models cannot be operated using this remote
controller.
O -SD
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Language Setting of
On Screen Display
Preparations
•Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
•Turn on the VTR.
•Press VTR/TV to select the VTR mode.
(Only for NV-SD250EA.}
Setting the Remote Controller
for Operation of your TV
Language Setting of On Screen Display
To View a Demonstration
1 Press MENU.
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• During Demonstration mode, ali the On Screen
Dispiays are displayed one after the other at about five
second intervais.
3 Press MENU to stop the Demonstration.
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Select one of the two languages displayed; English and
Russian.
1 Press MENU.
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On Screen Display
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Note:
The Menu Screen has a blue background. However, if there
is no signal input during AV is seiected, the Menu Screen
may change to black and white when MENU is pressed.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
If this happens, either input a signal or select other
programme position.
3 Select the desired language.
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4 Press MENU twice.
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Setting the Clock of the VTR
The buift-in clock is used to activate the timer for automatic
recording and must be set to the correct time.
The built-in digital clock employs the 24-hour system.
Preparation
Operations On Screen Display
• Confirm that the TV is on and the
VTR viewing channel is selected.
• Turn on the VTR,
• Press VTR/TV to select the VTR
mode. (Only for NV-SD250EA.)
1
□
20
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2 Set each item by pressing A or ▼ and ►.
□
ENTER
For Example:
Date; 16th, October. 1999
Time; 20:15
OSD MENU
•LANGUAGE
CLOCK SET
TUNE« PBESET
g^ode ch set
BLUE BACK
DEMONSmATION
SELECT :DB.EHTEB
END :MENU
OSD MENU
LANGUAGE
•CLOCKSET
TUNER PRESET
G-CODE CHSET
BLUE BACK
DEMONSTRATION
SELECT :afl.№TER
END tUENU
CLOCK SET I Set Year “1999’
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START: MENU
1 Press MENU.
Select CLOCK SET.
Time Reset Function
If the clock is less than two minutes
slow or fast, it can easily be reset to
the proper time.
For example:
Resetting the clock to 12:00.00.
1 Select CLOCK SET from OSD
menu and press ENTER,
2 When the current clock display on
the VTR is between 11:58 to 12:01
press MENU as soon as you hear
the 12:00.00 time signal. This
resets the time to 12:00,00.
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A Set Month “10”.
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SELECT; BS -i+:00
START:MENU
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1999 10 as;- 0:00
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Note:
The clock operates for at least 5 minutes by its backup system in the event of power
failure.
SELECT: DO -/+:DD
START: MENU
Y M D .-Nil,
1999 10 16 -,20:15-
SELECT:Da -/+;t
STABT:MENU
Display Symbol
Set Time “20:15”.
•When it is kept pressed, the
indication changes in 30-minute
steps.
•There is no need to press ►.
Press MENU,
•The clock will start.
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storing TV Broadcasts
into your VTR
Setting the Clock of the VTR
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 42 TV broadcast
stations.
Preparations
•Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
•Turn on the VTR and select the programme position
except AV.
• Press VTR/TV to select the VTR mode.
(Only forNV-SD250EA.)
Auto Tuning Procedure
Operations
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PRE-PROGRAMMED TV CHANNELS
(NV-SD250A)
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 VHP 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.
On Screen Display
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CLOCK SET
TUNER PRESET
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DEMONSTRATION
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LANGUAGE
CLOCK SET
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Select TUNER PRESET.
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Notes:
•The Auto Tuning is searching for TV station from VHP
minimum to UHF maximum and memorizing the data for
every programme position. The other programme
positions are skipped.
• The Auto Tuning takes seven or more minutes to
complete the search.
• If VTR is not correctly tuned by Auto Tuning, follow the
procedure on next page.
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Select AUTO TUNE and
press ◄ or ►.
•When the Auto Tuning finished. On
Screen Display disappears and
programme'position 1 is selected.
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Manual Tuning Procedure
1 Press MENU.
2 Select TUNER PRESET by pressing A or T and
ENTER.
3 Select CH by pressing A or ▼ and then select the
programme position by pressing ◄ or ►.
4 Confirm that CLEAR is set to OFF,
5 Select SEARCH by pressing A or ▼ and then press ►.
CH2 SEARCH
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• If the desired TV station is not be tuned, press ► again.
• Press MENU and repeat steps 3-5 for each
programme position you want to tune to a station.
6 Press MENU three times.
Channel Plan
VHF
UHF
VL VH
NV-SD250A
NV-SD250EA
NV-SD250A:
Broadcast TV Channel
2 ABC 2
0-5
1-3
5A-12
4-1 1
21-69
21-69
Position tuned on VTR
Fine Tuning Procedure
1 Press MENU.
2 Select TUNER PRESET by pressing A or ▼ and
ENTER
3 Select CH by pressing A or T and then select the
programme position by pressing ◄ or ►.
4 Select FINE by pressing A or T.
5 Press ◄ or ► to obtain the best tuning condition.
•To return the tuning to its former state, press ENTER.
6 Press MENU.
Blanking of Unoccupied Programme positions
1 Press MENU.
2 Select TUNER PRESET by pressing A or ▼ and
ENTER.
3 Select CH by pressing A or ▼ and then select the
programme position by pressing ◄ or ►.
4 Select CLEAR by pressing A or ▼,
5 Select ON by pressing ◄ or ►.
• Repeat steps 3-5 tor another unoccupied programme
positions to skip during the selection of the programme
positions.
•To cancel the blanking of a programme position, select
that programme position and then select CLEAR OFF.
6 Press MENU twice.
7ATN 7
9TCN 9
10TEN 10
28 SBS
This table will be required when programming the G-Code,
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Preparations for G-Code Programming
Storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR
Preparations for G-Code Programming
Identification numbers must be set for G-Code
programming. Simply proceed with the G-Code
programming operation described on page 24. and the
identification numbers of the TV stations concerned will be
set automatically. This means that G-Code programming is
possible even without performing the operation described
on this page. However, you can follow the setting
procedure described below if you wish to set the
identification numbers of all the TV stations prior to actual
programming.
“Identification numbers’’ refer to the numbers used for
identifying the TV stations.
The programme positions on the VTR receiving the TV
stations are set in these identification numbers.
Have a newspaper or magazine on hand which lists today's
local TV station programmes and G-Code numbers.
Preparations
•Set the clock of the VTR. See page 14.
•Store TV broadcasts into your VTR. See pages 15 and 16.
•Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
• Turn on the VTR.
• Press VTR/TV to select the VTR mode.
(Only for NV-SD250EA.)
Select the identification number
3
(001-255).
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A Press ◄ or ► and then select the
^ programme position (1-42, AV).
0
0 0
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•To set the other TV stations, press ◄ or ► and then
repeat steps 3 and 4.
C Press MENU twice.
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Operations
Press MENU.
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Select G-CODE CH SET.
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On Screen Display
050 MENU
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CLOCK SET
TUNER PRESET
OPCODE CH SET
BLUE BACK
DEMONSTRATION
OSD MENU
language
CLOCK SET
TUNER PRESET
•Q-CODECHSET
BLUE BACK
DEMONSTRATION
SELECT :SQ,enter
END :MENU
Note:
To receive satellite stations, the satellite receiver must be
connected to the VTR and programme position must be set
depending on the type of the connection mode.
AV: When the satellite receiver is connected to the
Audio/Video input sockets.
•When the satellite receiver is connected by means of the
RF coaxial cable, set to a free programme position
between 1 and 42.
For Example: (NV-SD250A)
TV Station
ABC
ATN 7
TCN
TEN 10
SBS
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For Example: (NV-SD250EA)
TV Station
TV ONE 1
CHANNEL2 2 002
TV3 3 003
SKY TV MOVIES
SKY TV SPORTS 5 005
SKY TV NEWS 6 i 006
ACTION TV 1 3 008
Programme
Position on VTR
2
9
Programme
Position on VTR
4
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Identification
Number
002
007
009
010
028/001
Identification
Number
001
004
007
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Playback
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Operations Display Symbols
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PLAY
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Insert a recorded cassette
tape.
Start viewing the picture.
Search forward by tapping
FF.
•To change back to normal playback,
press PLAY.
Search backward by tapping
REW.
•To change back to normal playback,
press PLAY.
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PAUSE/
STILL
0
SLOW
0
View a Still picture.
•To continue the normal playback,
press PLAY or PAUSE/STILL.
View the slow motion picture.
•To continue the normal playback,
press PLAY.
Stop viewing the picture.
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Playback
other Playback Functions
To obtain High Speed Picture During Fast
Forward or Rewind
Keep FF pressed during fast forward.
Keep REW pressed during rewind.
To return to a Specified Scene
1 Press RESET to set the counter to 0:00.00.
2 After playback, press ZERO STOP in the stop mode.
•The tape will be rewound or fast forwarded to 0:00.00.
ZERO STOP
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To find the Beginning of Each Recording
For example:
Searching for the 2nd recorded segment in the forward
direction.
Press INDEX twice.
^INDEX^
0 0
•After finding the specific recorded segment, playback
starts automatically.
• For the reverse direction, press INDEX
• Up to 20 index signals can be searched for in both
directions,
•When the opposite INDEX button is pressed, the number
shall be decreased till 1.
•The figure on the display is decremented by 1 each time
an index signal is located.
Recording Index Signals
Index signals are recorded in following cases,
•When a recording is started by pressing REC,
•When REC is pressed during recording,
•When timer recording is activated.
Notes:
•Cue, review or slow playback will be automatically
released after 10 minutes, and still playback after
5 minutes.
•The INDEX search function can only work correctly, if the
index signals are spaced at least 3 minutes apart in the
SP mode.
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Manual Recording
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Operations Display Symbols
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Insert a cassette tape.
• If it has already been inserted, press
POWER to turn the VTR on.
Select the VTR mode.
(Only forNV-SD250EA.)
Select TV station.
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Start recording.
Stop recording.
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To interrupt Recording
Press PAUSE/STILL during recording.
Press again to continue recording.
Manual Recording
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To record One TV Programme while Viewing Another Programme
1 Refer to the manual recording operations steps 1 to 4.
2 Press VTR/TV to select the TV mode.
(Only for NV-SD250EA.)
3 Select the TV programme on your TV set you wish to
view at the present time.
Notes:
•When a video cassette with a broken off tab is inserted,
the “551 ’ indication will flash to indicate that recording is
not possible.
•The recording pause mode will be automatically released
after 5 minutes. Revert back to the stop mode.
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Timer Recording
up to 8 timer programmes can be recorded up to one
month in advance by setting the timer, including weekly and
daily programmes.
Preparations
• Insert a cassette tape with an Intact erasure prevention
tab.
• Confirm that the TV Is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
•Turn on the VTR.
• Press VTR/TV to select the VTR mode.
(Only for NV-SD250EA.)
For Example;
Timer programme number; 1
Programme position (channel); 2
Date; 27th, October
Starting time; 20:02
Ending time; 21 ;30
(Present date; 16th, October)
Operations
Select Timer Programme number “1 ”
PROGRAM
Set Programme position (channel)
1.2”
2
Set Date “27”.
DATE
+
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On Screen Display
СИ DATE ОИ OFF
1
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—:— —:— SP
SELECT:»
CH DATE ON OFF
SELECT;»
CH DATE ON OFF
2 27WE —
SELECT :fiD
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SP
^ Set Starting time “20:02”
ON
+
CH DATE ON OFF
J;. 2 ZTWE 20;0i SP
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SELECT:»
•When it is kept pressed, the indication changes in
30-minUte steps.
-/+•.
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Timer Recording
Weekly Timer Recording
In step 3, select the desired day by pressing DATE —,
For example, SU (Sunday)
DATE
+
©
tR* 2 SU
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SELECT:Ba -/+:[
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CK DATE ON OEF
SP
Daily Timer Recording
For this timer function, several groups of days can be
selected.
(§) Daily recording from Monday to Friday
(§) Daily recording from Monday to Saturday
© Daily recording from Sunday to Saturday
In step 3, select the desired days by pressing DATE —.
For example, (g)
1 ::
1
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CH DATE ON OFF
1®'- 2 SU-SA--;-- SP
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SEL£CT:SD -4:Sa
DATE
+
©
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Timer Recording from External Signal
Source
If Timer Recojxiing is performed by a unit connected to the
Audio/Video input sockets, select the AV indicator in step 2
tor the programme position.
CH DATE ON OFF
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Checking a Timer Programme
•The VTR must be turned on, or the timer recording
indicator “¡3” is lit.
•Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
1 Press PROGRAM.
PROGRAM
2 Press VTR/TV to select the VTR
CH DATE ON OFF
2 2TWE 20:02 21:30 SP
AV SU'SA 10:30 11:00 SP
14 SU 15:00 1S:00 SP
5 tOTU 22:15 23:30 SP
a 20TH 20:02 21:30 SP
4 3D5A 19:10 19:55 SP
mode. {Only for NV-SD250EA.)
VTR/TV
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Cancelling a Timer Programme
•The VTR must be turned on, or the timer recording
indicator ‘‘3’’ is lit.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
1 Press PROGRAM.
PROGRAM
2 Press VTR/TV to select the VTR
mode. (Only for NV-SD250EA.)
VTR/TV
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3 Press PROGRAM repeatedly
until the desired timer
programme number is flashed
on and off.
PROGRAM
4 Press CANCEL.
CANCEL
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CH DATE ON OFF
2 2TWE 20:02 21:30 SP
AV SU-SA10:3O 11:00 SP
14 SU 15:00 16:00 SP
5 19TU 22:15 23-.30 SP
2 28TH 20:02 21:30 SP
4 SOSA 19:10 19:55 SP
CH OATE ON OFF
2 27WE 20:02 21:30 SP
AV SU-SA 10:30 11:00 SP
14 SU 15:00 16:00 SP
5 19TU 22:15 23:30 SP
2 26TH 20:02 21:30 SP
4 30SA 19:10 19:55 SP
CH DATE ON OFF
2 27WE 20:02 21:30:
AV SU-SA 10:30 11:00
14 Sg 15:00 16:00
2 28TH 20:02 21:30
4 30SA 19:10 19:55
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Setting other Programmes in succession
Repeat steps 1-5.
Note:
If a timer recording is not performed to the end (due to
insufficient tape or cancellation by the user), the
programmed timer recording data will be cancelled from the
memory by 4 a.m. two days later.
However, if the Timer Record Function is activated at that
time, the programmed timer recording data will be
cancelled at 4 a.m. the next day.
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G-Code Programming
Programming is now easier than ever: simply enter the
G-Code number provided in the programme schedule
column carried by newspapers and magazines.
G-Code numbers are numbers which are assigned to each
programme listed in the TV programme schedule carried in
newspapers and TV guides. When these numbers are
entered, the numbers are converted into the actual
programming.
Operations
Press G-CODE.
1
On Screen Display
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Preparations
• Insert a cassette tape with an intact erasure prevention
tab.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
•Turn on the VTR.
• Press VTR/TV to select the VTR mode.
{Only for NV-SD250EA.)
Enter a G-Code number.
Example; 123456
G-CODE
121456
----
PROGRAMME SET:ENTER
• If you have entered the wrong number, press
CANCEL and then enter the proper number.
Press ENTER.
□
• Confirm that the number corresponds to the right
programme. If the display looks like this:
CH DATE ON OFF
-4.-17S0 15:00 17:00 SP
SELECT:DO ->+:DB
CH DATE OH OFF
-1TSU 15:00 17:00 BP
END: G-CODE
END:TIMER REC
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select the programme position of your VTR which
receives the TV station you entered at step 2 using
button 0 and then press ENTER.
•To make any corrections, use buttons 0-0 as the
same way on page 22,
Press TIMER REC.
TIMER REC
Notes:
•When the G-Code number is used for programming, the
recording time may be slightly longer than the actual
programme time.
• Repeat steps 2 and 3 if "PROGRAMME IS
INCOMPLETE," appears.
•When programming two or more programmes, repeat
steps 1-3 before pressing TIMER REC.
•The procedures for checking and cancelling a timer
programme are the same as on page 23.
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Editing
Assembly Editing
This function can be used to make up an edited tape from
other recordings or video sources.
A new scene can be added to the end of a previous one.
Preparations
•Connect a movie camera or another VTR to this VTR as
shown.
• Insert a recorded cassette tape with an intact erasure
prevention tab.
• Select the video source required by pressing INPUT
SELECT to set AV.
Timer Recording
Editing
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Operations
H Search for the end of the previous
* recording.
Press PAUSE/STILL.
PAUSE/
STILL
0
O Press REC to switch the VTR from the
^ pause mode to the recording standby
mode. pjQQ
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Start the new recording by pressing
PAUSE/STILL again.
PAUSE/
STILL
0
g Press STOP to stop recording
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other Functions
Automatic playback
When a cassette without an erasure prevention tab is
inserted, the VTR starts playback automatically.
VTR-off playback
When the VTR is off, an inserted cassette can be played
back by pressing PLAY.
Automatic rewinding
When the tape reaches its end during recording (except for
timer recording) or playback, it will automatically be
rewound to the beginning.
Automatic switching off and ejection
When the VTR is switched off, an inserted cassette can be
ejected simply by pressing EJECT. The VTR will eject the
cassette and automatically turn itself off again.
NTSC Playback
Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back
with this VTR via a PAL system TV set.
A note about NTSC playback on PAL TV function
On some TVs, the playback picture may roll up or down:
adjust this using the V-HOLD control on the TV. TVs not
equipped with a V-HOLD control cannot correct this
condition. The playback picture will shrink vertically, and
black bars will appear both on the top and bottom of the
screen. This is not an indication of a malfunction.
• During Cue, Review, Still or Slow playback, the picture
may not be in colour.
• Recording in the NTSC system is not possible with this
VTR.
•This function is designed only to allow the playback of
tapes recorded by NTSC signals on a PAL system TV.
The NTSC signal is not completely converted to a PAL
signal. For this reason, images played back by this
function cannot be recorded on another VTR.
Preparations
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VTR viewing channel is
selected.
•Turn on the VTR.
• Press VTR/TV to select the VTR mode.
(Only for NV-SD250EA.)
When BLUE BACK is ON, the screen will always have a
blue background when no signal is received or the received
signal is very weak.
1 Press MENU
Q
MENU
2 Select BLUE BACK.
0
^ Q
0
3 Select ON.
0 0
• When BLUE BACK is OFF, the blue background
function does not work.
• It is not possible to record the blue picture of the blue
background function.
On Screen Display
OSOUBAJ
LANGUAGE
CLOCK SET
TUHEtl PRE%T
O-CODECHSET
«SLUESACK
DSHONSTMTtON
SEL£CT :SO,ENTER
END ^ENU
BLUE SACK
SELECT ;ISa
END AIENU
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After Setting is selected
Press MENU twice to make On Screen Display disappear.
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MENU
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Before Requesting Service
Before requesting service, check the following points once again.
Message of On Screen Display
Message of On Screen Display is displayed.
Other Functions
Before Requesting Service
MESSAGE
PLEASE PUT IN
A V IDE O c :a sse tt e
PLEASE STOP THE TAPE.
PLEASE SET THE CLOCK
PLE AS E U SE A C AS SE TTE
NO riMEP RECORDING
TIMER PROGRAMMES ARE
VTRiS IN THE TIMER
DEW F OR ME D IN T HE VTR.*
WfT H TAB
HAS BEEN SET
FULL.
STANDBY MODE.
-Only for NV^SD250A,
CAUSE REMEDY
REC is pressed without
cassette.
TUNER PRESETis selected
during playback.
PROGRAM is pressed when
the clock is not set.
REC is pressed without tab of
Cassette,
TIMER REC is pressed with
no timer programmes.
G-CODE is pressed when
8 programmes have been
already set.
POWER is pressed during
timer standby mode.
Dew forms.
Put in a video cassette.
Stop the tape.
Set the clock.
Use a cassette with tab.
Set timer recording.
Cancel unneccessary programme.
Press’TIMER REC to release from timer standby mode.
Wait until the message disappears.
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Self Test Indication
This VTR has a self-diagnosis and display function. If the VTR detects trouble during installation or during use, the following
indications automatically appear in the VTR display, indications are displayed in the form of a single English letter plus two
numbers such as [HOI],
INDICATION
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HD □
FDD
•Only for NV-SD250A.
Dew forms.
Some trouble has occurred.
(Numbers following H and F
differ according to the status
of the VTR.)
CAUSE
REMEDY
Wait until the indication disappears.
Consult your dealer for further advice.
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VTR will not operate correctly
SYMPTOM
VTR display IS not
illuminated.
VTR display is
illuminated but VTR
will not operate.
A language which
you do not
understand appears
on the TV screen.
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SYMPTOM CAUSE
Picture noisy or not
in colour.
Horizontal bars or
lines run down the
screen.
Mains lead is not connected.
VTR Is in timer mode.
Safety devices are operating.
Condensation may have
formed.
The Language Setting is set to
a language which you do not
understand.
Tracking is not correct.
Video heads are clogged or
worn.
CAUSE
Reconnect mains lead to VTR.
Press TIMER REC to operate VTR manually.
Disconnect mains lead and wait for 1 minute.
Reconnect mains supply and check functions.
Do not operate VTR for 1 hour.
Press MENU and then ENTER, and use A or ▼ to
select a language you understand. Then press
MENU twice. See page 13.
Playback will not operate correctly
Adjust the tracking. See page 6.
Consult your dealer for further advice.
REMEDY
REMEDY
CHECKED
CHECKED
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Recording will not operate correctly
Before Requesting Service
SYMPTOM
tag indication
flashes whenever
recording is
attempted.
Picture IS recorded
with noise or blank
screen.
; Timer recording
! cannot be
] performed.
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AV external
recordings cannot be
made.
CAUSE REMEDY
Erasure prevention tab on
cassette is broken off.
Aerial or aerial lead Is
defective.
VTR is not correctly tuned.
AV is selected. Select the required TV programme.
Clock or calendar is
incorrectly set.
Recording start or end time
setting is incorrect.
VTR is not set for timer
recording.
AV is not selected.
External AV connections are
incorrect.
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Use tape with intact erasure prevention tab, or cover
tab hole with adhesive tape, if original recording is no
longer required.
Check aerial connection to VTR. See page 9.
Check your normal TV picture. If there is no picture,
check your aerial.
Re-tune VTR. See page 15.
Check clock and calendar. Set to present time.
(Note this is a 24 hour clock.) See page 14.
Set recording start and end time correctly.
Press TIMER REC after programming for timer
recording.
Select AV.
Check that connections for external video and audio
source are correct. See page 25.
CHECKED
1
SYMPTOM
Remote controller
does not operate
correctly.
Remote controller will not work correctly
CAUSE
Remote controller transmitter
beam is not reaching VTR.
Distance is too far.
Batteries are exhausted.
Batteries are incorrectly fitted
with reversed.
REMEDY
Ensure that remote controller is being pointed at VTR
and that transmitter beam is not obstructed.
Use remote controller within 7 m of VTR. If this range
is not possible, replace batteries.
Replace batteries. Note precaution for replacement
on page 7.
Fit batteries correctly as shown on page 7,
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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, condensation may form on the tape and inside the
VTR.
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 heat 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.
Lightning
To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug
from the VTR.
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. If the VTR is used over extremely long
periods of time, these heads may 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 where 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.
Model NV'SD250A;
When dew forms in the VTR, the Dew Indicator" d" on the
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
POWER 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.
Model NV-SD250EA;
This model does not incorporate a dew sensor.
Do not operate the VTR for at least 1 hour if any of the
above conditions occur.
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.
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Specifications
NV-SD250A/EA
Precautions
Specifications
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
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Video Recording System:
Video Heads:
Tape Speed:
Tape Format:
Record/Playback Time:
VIDEO
Television System:
Modulation System:
Input Level:
Output Level:
AUDIO
Input Level:
Output Level:
Audio Track:
Video Horizontal Resolution:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Audio Frequency Response:
Operating Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:
Dimensions:
Standard Accessories:
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
240 V AC 50-60 Hz {NV-SD250A)
230 V AC 50-60 Hz (NV-SD250EA)
Approx. 19 watts
2 rotary heads, helical scanning system
2 heads
23.39 mm/sec.
VHStape
240 min. with NV-E240
CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal
Luminance: FM azimuth recording
Colour signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording
VIDEO IN (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p,
VIDEO OUT (PHONO): 1.0 Vp-p,
RF Modulated; UHF channel 37±6 (NV-SD250A),
AUDIO IN (PHONO);
AUDIO OUT (PHONO):
1 track (Normal-mono only)
Colour; more than 240 lines
Video; more than 43 dB
Audio: more than 43 dB
80 Hz-10 kHz
5X-40X
35%-80%
4.2 kg
430 (W)x99.9 (H)x295 (D) mnn
1 pc. RF Coaxial Cable
1 pc. Remote Controller
2 pcs. “R6” size batteries '
1 pc, AC Mains Lead
VHF channel 2 or 3 (NV-SD250EA),
-lOdBV,
-6dBV,
75 ohm, terminated
75 ohm, terminated
75 ohm
75 ohm
more than 50 kohm
less than 1 kohm
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