Panasonic NV-SJ30AM User Manual
Video Cassette Recorder Line Recording
Model No.
NV-SJ30AM
Operating Instructions
Contents
Precautions 3
Connections 4
Menu Setting 4
Playback 6
Play-Off Timer 8
Recording and Editing 9
Other Functions 12
Before Requesting Service 14
Specifications 15
VQT9782
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust
this product, please read these instructions
completely.
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.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or product damage, do not expose this
equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing and ensure that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the equipment.
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.
On Colour system
This unit is designed to play back programmes
based on the PAL (B/G and D/K) and SECAM (B/
G and D/K) colour systems.
• Tapes recorded with the French SECAM colour
system can be played back on this unit but the
picture displayed will be black and white.
Infrared Remote Control
Power Source for the Remote Control
The remote control is powered by 2 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 (+
and -) 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 control
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.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Opening the cover
A
1 While pressing the
indentation A in the
direction indicated by
the arrow...
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.
Longrun Head System
This longrun head system enables approximately
8,000 hours of recording/playback with high
quality images. Newly developed head cylinder
with narrower head windows and tapered
cylinder design effectively protects heads from
dust and prevents head cloging. Plus, “Alumina”
Head Cleaner further enhanced cleaning
efficiency.
• Based on in-house tests with Panasonic video
cassettes. Actual head life may vary according
to conditions of use, tape type, temperature,
humidity, etc.
2
2 Lift the cover up.
+
-
Loading the batteries
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+
Precautions
Please read these precautions before you
operate this VCR (Line Recording).
Avoid:
• Humidity and dust.
• Extreme heat such as direct sunlight.
• Magnets or electromagnetic objects.
• Touching internal parts of the VCR (Line
Recording).
• Water or some other liquid.
• Lightning. Disconnect the aerial plug from the
VCR (Line Recording) during lightning storms.
• Anything heavy on the VCR (Line Recording).
• Connecting or handling the equipment with wet
hands.
• Using a cell phone near the VCR (Line
Recording) because doing so may cause noise
to adversely affect the picture and sound.
Dirt on the Video Heads
If the video heads get dirty, pictures will not be
recorded or played back clearly.
(See the following conditions.)
Normal picture
Small amount
of dirt
Large amount
of dirt
Do:
• Wipe the VCR (Line Recording) with a clean
and dry cloth.
• Install the VCR (Line Recording) in a horizontal
position.
• Keep the VCR (Line Recording), TV and other
equipment switched off until you have finished
all connections.
Condensation may form in the following
cases:
• The VCR (Line Recording) is brought from cold
surroundings into a well-heated room.
• The VCR (Line Recording) 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 (Line Recording) for at
least 1 hour. This VCR (Line Recording) is not
equipped with a dew sensor.
If this happens, clean the video heads with a
commercially available cleaning cassette.
If the problem still persists after performing the
above, contact qualified service personnel to
request assistance.
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Connections
OUT
IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Connection to a TV using the
Audio/Video Input Socket
Menu Setting
POWER PICTURE
SPEED
SEARCH
TRACKING/V-LOCK
MENU
RESET
PLAY
REW
FF
1,4
JET REW
INDEX
STOP
DISPLAY
OSD
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3
(1) TV Set (Not Supplied)
(2) VIDEO IN
(3) AUDIO IN
(4) AV Cable (Not Supplied)
POWER Í/I Button
Press to switch the VCR (Line Recording) from
on to the standby mode or vice versa. In the
standby mode, the VCR (Line Recording) is still
connected to the mains. When the VCR (Line
Recording) is turned off, the [STANDBY]
indicator (on the front panel) is lit. When the VCR
(Line Recording) is turned on, the [120] indicator
(on the front panel) is lit.
LANGUAGE
1 Press [MENU].
2 Select [LANGUAGE].
3 Select one of the two
languages displayed:
MENU
LANGUAGE
[¡ENGLISH ]
TAPE SELECT [AUTO]
SYSTEM [AUTO]
NTSC PB SELECT [onPALTV]
SELECT:
END :MENU
dF«WO
English and Arabic.
4 Press [MENU] to make the on screen display
disappear.
TAPE SELECT
Select the corresponding video cassette tape
length to display the approximate remaining tape
time.
1 Press [MENU].
2 Select [TAPE SELECT].
3 Select the corresponding video cassette tape
length.
[AUTO]:
The VCR automatically distinguishes E30, -60,
-90, -120, -150, -180, and -240 tapes.
[E195]:
For E195 tape
[E260]:
For E260 tape
[E300]:
For E300 tape
• The remaining tape time may not be
displayed correctly depending on the tape
used.
4 Press [MENU] to make the on screen display
disappear.
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SYSTEM
1 Press [MENU].
2 Select [SYSTEM].
3 Select [AUTO], [PAL], [MESECAM] or [B/W].
[AUTO]:
Allows PAL, MESECAM or NTSC signals to be
distinguished automatically.
Normally set at this position. If the picture
lacks colour when [AUTO] is set, set to [PAL],
[MESECAM].
[PAL]:
Use when recording or playback in the PAL
system.
[MESECAM]:
Use when recording or playback in the
MESECAM system.
[B/W]:
Use when recording or playback in the black
and white.
4 Press [MENU] to make the on screen display
disappear.
NTSC PB SELECT
1 Press [MENU].
2 Select [NTSC PB SELECT].
3 Select [on PAL TV] or [4.43].
[on PAL TV]:
Use when playing back a tape recorded in the
NTSC system on PAL TV.
[4.43]:
Use when playing back a tape recorded in the
NTSC system in 4.43 mode.
4 Press [MENU] to make the on screen display
disappear.
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