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Video Cassette Recorder

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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.

Auto Setup

Connect the aerial lead and the mains lead. (See page 8.)

Turn on the VCR.

Auto Setup Is finished.

Video PIusH- Programming System

ProgrammihgTs nw'elisiir ffièm eriteif ffie “ PlusCode provided in the programme schedule column carried by newspapers and magazines.

•Video PÌUS+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corp. Video Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

Crystal View Control

introducing Crystal View Control, and inrrovative new

technology tor htgn picture quality, i his technology uses a CVC microprocessor to intelligently control the relationship

"oefweSn fne tápe neáds and circuitry, onnging out the

maximum performance of each. The resuK is consistently

“opnrTram picture quamy. ^

HQ (High Quality) Picture System

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

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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.

Connections .................................................................... 8

Tuning the TV to your VCR ............................................ 10

Auto Setup ..................................................................... 11

Infra-red Remote Controller

Controls and Connection Sockets

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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 personnei.

Playback Manual Recording

Timer Recording............................................................ 24

• Using On Screen Display............................................ 24

• Programming the Video Plus+ PlusCode

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•Assembly Editing

• InsertEditing ............................................................ 28

•Audio Dubbing

•One-Touch-Editing....................................................... 30

Other Functions

Settings Using On Screen Display Setting the Clock of your VCR Setting the Remote Controller

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Specifications

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

For your safety please read the following text carefully

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSl to BS 1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSl mark ^ on the body of the fuse.

if the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced, if you lose the fuse cover the plug must not he used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE

FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN

THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE

PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. g THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL 1 SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO k ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.

K If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring

5 code as shown below.

g If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

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I IMPORTANT

fc The wires in this mains lead are coloured in i accordance with the following code: e Blue: Neutral g Brown; Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this ^ appliance may not correspond with the coloured g markings identifying the terminals in your plug, H proceed as follows; 5 The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected ? to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the 3 letter N or coloured BLACK.

^ The wire which is coloured BROWN must be

connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked

S with the letter L or coloured RED. S Under no circumstance should either of these wires

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5 plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol

How to replace the Fuse

•There are twQ.types of the AC Mains Lead assembly: ® and ® as shown below

1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.

2 Replace the fuse and fuse cover.

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

Unpacking

Check and identify the supplied accessories, and then set up this VCR after reading “Setting up”.

Unpacking

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RF coaxial cable for connecting between this VCR and a TV (1 pc.)

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AC mains lead [1 pc.) VJA0733

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Batteries for the remote controller (2 pcs.) UM3 or R6 type

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Setting Up

Connections

Tuning the TV to your VCR

The VCR supplies a signal to the TV set via the RF coaxial cable on channel 36 of the UK broadcasting system. Your TV must be tuned into this channel in order to view the VCR playback picture.

If the connection to the TV includes the 21 -pin scart cable, the playback picture can be viewed by selecting AV on your TV. The RF coaxia! cable must still be connected as

shown on page 8. but the TV need not be tuned to

channel 36.

Auto Setup

When the VCR is turned on after connecting the aerial

lead and the mains lead, Auto setup (Auto tuning and Auto

clock setting) starts.

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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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Connections

This telis you how to connect with an aerial, TV. etc.

Basic Connections

The following connections are required to record and play

back the VCR through TV set;

Aerial

TV Set (Not supplied)

uonnection to a TV Set with 21-Pin Scart Terminal

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Connection to a Decoder

Connections

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Aerial

Notes:

•"RGB” is an abbreviation for "RED/GREEN/BLUE"’ signals. If the TV with RGB input capability is connected to AV1 and the unit with RGB output capability is connected to AV2, the TV can receive RGB signal from the unit through the VCR.

• Use full-wired 21 -pin AV cables for the connection.

•Selection of RGB or norma! video output is done by the external equipment connected to AV2 terminal.

•RF OFFiTEST SIGNAL SWITCH

Switch to “OFP position only if interference beat occurs,

tiien viewing via 21-pin scart connection only.

TV Set (Not supplied)

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Tuning the TV to your VCR

Operations

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

Jf you have connected the VCR to the TV&iroj^h the

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procedure mentioned below.

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Preparation

•Turn on frteTV.

• Refer to the operating instruction of the TV set and carry

out tuning/preset procedure.

Turn on the VCR.

RF ON—I

off! OtEST signal

OFF

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On Screen Display

(During Auto Setup) (After Auto Setup)

RF ON—I

OffITTITEST signal

OFF

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Note:

The test signal is transmitted on channel 36 of the UK

broadcasting channels. If you are encountering interference from another broadcast on the video channel, you may readjust to a free channel (30-42) by using the CH ADJ. screw which is located on the rear of the VCR. 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.

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

Set the TV to an unused position which you wish to use for your video playback.

•Tune the TV until the test pattern appears on the screen.

•On Panasonic TV the programme number 0 should be

selected to obtain best performance.

•When the VCR is turned on after connecting the aerial lead and the mains lead. Auto setup (Auto tuning and Auto clock setting) starts. (See next page.)

Set RF OFF/TEST SIGNAL to TEST SIGNAL OFF.

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Auto Setup

When the VCR is turned on after connecting the aerial lead and the mains lead, Auto setup (Auto tuning and Auto clock setting) starts.

On Screen Display

•The Auto setup is searching for TV station from minimum to maximum and memorizing the data for every programme position.

•The Auto setup takes two or more minutes to complete

the search for TV station and the clock setting.

• !f the clock setting screen appears after auto setup has

been completed, refer to page 39 and proceed with the setting.

Note: If VCR is not correctly set by Auto setup, see Various

Settings on pages 34, 35 and 39.

Tuning the TV to your VCR

Auto Setup

Viewing the TV station list

Preparations

•Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channei is selected.

•Turn on the VCR.

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1 Press MENU.

2 Select Station list.

3 Select the desired TV station, if you want to view the

broadcast.

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Infra-red Remote Controller

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1 POWER (TV)

To switch the TV from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the TV is stilt 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 v' ^ (TV) to switch the

TV on.

2 TV/AV

To select the TV input.

3 POWER (VCR)

To switch the VCR from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the VCR is still connected to the mains.

4 OSD

For the On Screen Display Function.

5 REW (REWIND)

In the stop mode: To rewind the tape. In the playback mode: To search backward. In the rewind mode: To obtain high speed picture,

is lit.

6 PLAY

To Start playback. ">” is lit.

7 PAUSE/STILL

During playback: Still picture. During recording: To interrupt recording.

8 REC

To start a recording.

• Press both buttons simultaneously.

9 ^ ^ (VCR)

To select the required programme position (TV station) of the VCR.

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10 TRACKINGA/-LOCK

To adjust the tracking and the vertical locking,

(See page 19.)

11 SLOW

For the slow motion playback function. “Dt>" is fit

12 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,

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13 STOP

To stop any playback or recording,

14 INDEX

For the index search function.

15 >x<TV)

To select the required programme position (TV

station) of the TV.

16 VOLUME

To adjust the volume of the TV.

17 Infra-red Transmitter

The programming data are transmitted from here to the VCR.

To programme a timer recording.

19 DATE

To programme a timer recording

20 DISPLAY

To change the indication on the VCR Display.

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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 CHECK

To 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 A1, A2 or A3 external recording source.

26 RECORDiNG SPfLP

To select the tape speed desired for recording.

SP gives the best picture quality.

LP gives the longest recording time.

27 TV SELECT

To set the remote controller for operation of the TV.

28 EXIT

To make On Screen Display disappear on the TV screen.

29 STORE

To make selections from On Screen Display.

30 A ▼ ◄ ►

To make selections from On Screen Display.

31 MENU

To make On Screen Display Main Menu appear on the TV screen.

32 Programme Position Selector Buttons

•To select the programme positions (1-99).

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How to select the remote control mode

This remote controller has two remote control modes VCR1 and VCR2. igj Remote control mode vCRI;

Press A while holding TV SELECT. Set to this position on both the VCR and remote

controller for norma) use with one VCR.

(§)■ Remote control mode VCR2;

Press T while holding TV SELECT. Set to this position when using two Panasonic VCRs.

controller at the VCR and proceed with step ® or .©■. If the mode established matches the VCR mode, the

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Refer to page 38 as well.

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

•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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•To enter a PlusCode.

33 VIDEO PLUS+

Forthe Video Plus+ programming.

34 TIMER REC

To turn the timer recording function on and off.

H is lit or not lit. Once operating timer recording function, the normal VCR operation is not possible unless this button is set

to off.

35 OFF

•To programme a timer recording.

•To set the manufacturer number of the TV.

36 ON

To programme a timer recording.

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Controls and Connection Sockets

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

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.

Q EJECT

To eject a video cassette.

Q Cassette Compartment

Insert a video cassette here.

O ^

To select the required programme position (TV

station).

0 REC

To start a recording.

In the stop mode: Still picture (Jog/Shuttle mode). During playback: Still picture (Jog/Shuttie mode). During recording: To interrupt recording.

O STOP

To stop any playback or recording.

O Shuttle Ring

In the stop mode: To rewind or fast forward the tape.

In the playback mode:

In the still playback mode:

In the rewind or fast forward mode:

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To search picture backward or forward.

To adjust playback speed

backward or forward.

To obtain high speed picture.

WWW

To locate any desired frame with utmost precision.

To start playback. is lit.

To connect a movie camera or another VCR equipped witn synchronized edWngTapaiHmy. To connect a movie camera or another VCR

equipped with LANC socket for One-Touch-Edttfng.

0 VIDEO IK (AV3)

To connect the video cable to a movie camera or to another VCB.

0 AUDIO IN (AV3)

To connect the audio cable to a movie camera or to another VCR.

To connect a microphone for recording. Once connected, this socket has priority.

This indicator is lit when the VCR is turned off or the

When the CVC function is on. this indicatof is lit.

Controls and Connection Sockets

CVC (Crystal view Control)

ON: Using the CVC function, playback and

recording are performed In the stale which achisvss optimum picturo Quality in fipht of

characteristics of a tape.

•The CVC indicator is lit.

•This control should normally be left in the ON position.

OFF: Turn off the CVC function.

•The CVC indicator is not lit.

^ TIMER REC

To turn the timer recording function on and off. □ is lit or not lit. Once operating flmer recording function, the normal

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0) AUDIO DUB

To set up the VCR for audio dubbing. A DUB is appeared on screen display.

^ INSERT

To set up the VCR for insert editing. INSERT is appeared on screen display.

® PICTURE

To make picture sharper (SHARP) or softer (SOFT).

0 COUNTER 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.

0 RFIN

To connect to the external aerial.

@ CHADJ.

To adjust the RF transmitting channel 30-42.

® RFOFF/TEST SIGNAL

RF OFF; Set to this position when the VCR is

cfflnnected to the TV via the 21-pin scart

TEST SIGNAL OFF;

TEST SIGNAL ON:

cable. Set to this position when the VCR is

connected to the TV via the RF coaxial cable only.

Set to this position when tuning the TV into the VCR. The test signal is transmitted on channel 36 initially.

This 21-pin scart terminal carries input and output

signals for both picture and sound. TV sets equipped

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Note; RED, GREEN and BLUE are inputs only.

TO connect to the main power supply.

^ RFOUT

To connect to the aerial terminal on a TV set.

0) EDIT

By connecting the optional Editing Controller (VW-EC300EA/W-EC310E) to this socket, such

editing functions as Assemble Editing. Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing can be performed more quickly and efficiently between two VCRs or between a VCR

eind a movie camera. To connect the Edit cable (VW-K5E) to a movie

camera or to another VCR for One-Touch-Ediling.

0 AV2

To connect to a decoder or another VCR.

•The 21-pin list is same with AVI.

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Panasonic NV-SD450B User Manual

Operai ing, J nstruc^p §

Auto Setup

Video PIusH- Programming System

Crystal View Control

HQ (High Quality) Picture System

Contents

Caution for AC Mains Lead

I IMPORTANT

Check and identify the supplied accessories, and then set up this VCR after reading “Setting up”.

Setting Up

Connections

Tuning the TV to your VCR

Auto Setup

inrra-rea Kemote controller

Controls and Connection Sockets

Connections

Basic Connections

uonnection to a TV Set with 21-Pin Scart Terminal

Connection to a Decoder

Tuning the TV to your VCR

Operations

Preparation

Turn on the VCR.

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

Set the TV to an unused position which you wish to use for your video playback.

Set RF OFF/TEST SIGNAL to TEST SIGNAL OFF.

Auto Setup

Auto Setup

Viewing the TV station list

Preparations

Infra-red Remote Controller

How to select the remote control mode

Power Source for the Remote Controller

Precautions for Battery Replacement

Installing the Batteries

Controls and Connection Sockets