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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.
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.
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.
Contents
Controls and Connection Sockets .............................. |
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infra-red Remote Controller ........................................ |
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On Screen Display........................................................ |
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Connections ................................................................... |
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Tuning the TV to your VTR: NV-SD250A.................. |
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: NV-SD250EA ................. |
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Setting the Remote Controller for Operation |
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of your TV................................................................... |
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Language Setting of On Screen Display.................... |
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Setting the Clock of the VTR ................................... |
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Storing TV Broadcasts into your VTR ........................ |
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Preparations for G-Code Programming ..................... |
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Playback .............. |
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Manual Recording |
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Timer Recording ........................................................ |
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•G'Code Programming ................................................. |
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Editing ......................................................................... |
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•Assembly Editing ........................................................ |
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Other Functions.......................................................... |
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Before Requesting Service........................................ |
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Precautions................................................................. |
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Specifications............................................................. |
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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),
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© REW (REWIND) |
To rewind the tape |
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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,
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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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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)
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.
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
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.
11SLOW
For the slow motion playback function. "D [>” is lit.
12FF (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.
13STOP
To stop any playback or recording.
14INDEX
For the index search function.
15s//N(TV)
To select the required programme position (TV station) of the TV.
16VOLUME
To adjust the volume of the TV.
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To programme a timer recording.
19DATE
To programme a timer recording.
20DISPLAY
To change the indication on the VTR Display.
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21RESET
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.
22PROGRAM
To set and check timer programmes.
23ZERO STOP
For the zero stop function.
24CANCEL
To cancel the settings made for a timer recording.
25INPUT SELECT
To select the "AV” external recording source.
26VTR/TV
NV-SD250A: No function.
NV-SD250EA: To select the VTR mode or TV mode.
27TV SELECT
To set the remote controller for operation of the TV.
28MENU
To make OSD menu appear on the TV screen.
29ENTER
To make selections from On Screen Display.
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•To select the programme positions (1-99).
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•To programme a G-Code number.
32G-Code
For the G-Code programming.
33TIMER 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.
34OFF
To programme a timer recording.
35ON
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
To make selections from On Screen Display.
On Screen Display
Press OSD to make the On Screen Display appear on the TV screen.
•To make this display disappear, press OSD again.
oOSD
^ Programme position 0 Tape running display
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Rewind, Review |
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Fast Forward, Cue |
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Playback |
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Index search |
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On Screen Display may be disturbed or disappear during special playback.
Connections
On Screen Display
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:
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To mains supply
Connection to a TV Set with the Audio/Video Input Sockets
Aerial
TV Set (Not supplied)
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AUDIO IN 1
VIDEO IN
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To mains supply
Tuning the TV to your VTR
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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 CH ADJ. screw which is 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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