Panasonic NV-SJ3MK2AM User Manual

Video Cassette Recorder Line Recording
NV-SJ3MK2AM
Operating Instructions
Contents
Precautions 3
Connections 4
Tuning the TV to your VCR (Line Recording) 4
Menu Setting 5
Playback 6
Play-Off Timer 8
Recording and Editing 9
One-Touch Recording (OTR) 11
Other Functions 12
Before Requesting Service 14
Specifications 15
VQT9286
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.
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.
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.
As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
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 clogging. 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.
Opening the cover
A
1 While pressing the
indentation A in the direction indicated by the arrow...
2 Lift the cover up.
+
-
Loading the batteries
-
+
2
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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.
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.
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
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.
Small amount
of dirt
Large amount
of dirt
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.
3
Connections
AUDIO VIDEO
RF OUT
RF IN
A-2
A-3
A-1
OUT
IN
AUDIO VIDEO
RF OUT
RF IN
B-2
B-1
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A: Basic Connections
TV Set (Not Supplied)
Aerial Connector
L H
Aerial (Not Supplied)
B: Connection to a TV using the Audio/Video Input Socket
TV Set (Not Supplied)
AUDIO IN
L H
OUT
IN
Tuning the TV to your VCR (Line Recording)
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 VCR (Line Recording) to the TV through the Audio/ Video Input Sockets, then you do not need to follow the procedure below.
Operations
1 Turn on the TV and VCR
(Line Recording).
POWER /I
POWER
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.
ÍÍ
Í/I Button
ÍÍ
VIDEO IN
(Not Supplied)
2 Insert a recorded video
cassette tape. – To start playback, see
page 6.
3 Select the video playback
channel not used for any TV station.
L: Channel E3H: Channel E4
4 Select the TV channel on
which the playback picture is viewed.
5 Stop playback.
4
L H
STOP
Menu Setting
POWER VCR/TV
SPEED
SEARCH
TRACKING/V-LOCK
MENU
RESET
PLAY
REW
1,4
STOP
LANGUAGE
1 Press [MENU]. 2 Select [LANGUAGE]. 3 Select one of the two
languages displayed: English and Russian.
4 Press [MENU] to make the on screen display
disappear.
2 3
FF
LANGUAGE
(¡ENGLISH ) TAPE SELECT (AUTO) SYSTEM (AUTO) NTSC PB SELECT (onPALTV)
SELECT:
MENU
END :MENU
SYSTEM
1 Press [MENU]. 2 Select [SYSTEM]. 3 Select [AUTO], [PAL], [MESECAM] or [B/W].
[AUTO]: Allows PAL, or MESECAM signals to be distinguished automatically. Normally set at this position. If the picture lacks colour when [AUTO] is set, set to [PAL] or [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.
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.
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.
5
Playback
POWER EJECT
/I
3
1 25
120
180
60
REW FF
30
PLAY/
REC/
LP(EP)
STANDBY
OFF
REC/OTR
STOP
3
SPEED
RESET
OSD
1 2
5
FF
4
POWER VCR/TV
SEARCH
TRACKING/V-LOCK
240
MENU
PLAY
REW
STOP
INDEX
REC
Preparation
Insert a recorded video cassette tape.
Operations
1 Start viewing the picture by
pressing [PLAY]. – When playing back a tape
30
REC/ STANDBY
which was recorded in the LP or NTSC EP mode, the [LP (EP)] indicator is lit.
– When playing back a tape which was
recorded in the PAL EP mode, the [LP (EP)] indicator flashes.
2 Search forward by tapping
[FF]. (Cue Playback) – To change back to normal
30
REC/ STANDBY
playback, press [PLAY].
3 Search backward by tapping
[REW]. (Review Playback) – To change back to normal
30
REC/ STANDBY
playback, press [PLAY].
4 View a still picture by
pressing [PAUSE/SLOW]. (The picture may not be in colour.)
30
REC/ STANDBY
– To view a slow motion
picture, keep [PAUSE/SLOW] pressed for 2 seconds.
30
REC/ STANDBY
The indicator rotates slowly.
– To continue normal playback, press
[PLAY].
For High Speed Cue or Review Playback (JET SEARCH)
During playback, tap [FF] or [REW] twice.
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
Hints:
To fast forward the tape: Press [FF].To rewind the tape: Press [REW].If you keep [FF] or [REW] pressed in step 2
or 3, Cue or Review Playback is activated while the button is pressed, and operation returns to normal playback when the button is released.
Tracking/V-Lock
For manual tracking adjustment
The i and j buttons on the remote control are used to adjust the tracking when, for example, noise bars on the picture during normal playback are better removed manually than by automatic digital tracking control. Press both buttons down at the same time 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 i or j button to reduce the noise bars.
For vertical locking adjustment
Use the i and j buttons to minimize any vertical jitter during still picture playback.
5 Stop viewing the picture by pressing [STOP].
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For High Speed Playback During Fast Forward or Rewind
Keep [FF] pressed during fast forward. Keep [REW] pressed during rewind.
To Eject the Video Cassette Using the Remote Control
Keep pressing [STOP] for at least 3 seconds.
To Play back the Recorded Section Repeatedly
Keep [PLAY] pressed for 5 seconds or more. The [R 1] display appears on the TV screen. – Press [STOP] to release the Repeat Playback
mode.
30
REC/ STANDBY
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
NTSC Playback on PAL TV
Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back with this VCR (Line Recording) via a PAL system TV set. – Set [NTSC PB SELECT] to [on PAL TV].
Automatic Functions
Automatic switching on
When a video cassette tape is inserted, the VCR (Line Recording) turns itself on automatically.
Automatic playback
When a video cassette tape without an intact erasure prevention tab is inserted, the VCR (Line Recording) starts playback automatically.
Automatic rewinding
When the tape reaches its end during recording or playback, it will automatically be rewound to the beginning. During OTR, this function will not work.
VCR (Line Recording)-off playback
When the VCR (Line Recording) is off, an inserted video cassette tape can be played back by pressing [PLAY].
Automatic switching off and ejection
When the VCR (Line Recording) is switched off, an inserted video cassette tape can be ejected simply by pressing [EJECT]. The VCR (Line Recording) will eject the video cassette tape and automatically turn itself off again.
Notes:
– During any playback mode other than normal
playback, the picture may have some noise bars, the colour may be unstable, or a black and white picture may appear. However, this is not a malfunction.
– Depending on the TV set used, the playback
picture may roll up or down during special playback (Cue, Review, Still or Slow Playback mode). However, this is not a malfunction.
– Cue or Review Playback will be automatically
released after 10 minutes, Still Playback after 5 minutes and Slow Playback after 10 minutes.
– In the LP or EP mode, when playing back a
tape which was recorded on another VCR (Line Recording), it may be necessary to adjust the Tracking Control. In some cases the picture quality may still be inferior.
– When you play back a tape recorded in the
LP or EP mode, the picture may be in black and white. However, this is not a malfunction.
– When you play back a tape recorded in the
EP mode, the picture and the sound may be unstable. However, this is not a malfunction.
– The sound recorded on the Hi-Fi audio track
is not played back.
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Play-Off Timer
120
180
60
REC/ STANDBY
240
30
PLAY/
REC/
LP(EP)
STANDBY
OFF
STOP
120
180
60
240
30
LP(EP)
REW FF
POWER EJECT
/I
REC/OTR
1,2
Whenever you are playing back a tape and wish to stop the tape automatically, simply set the playback duration up to 240 minutes using [PLAY/OFF].
Preparation
Insert a recorded cassette.
Operations
1 Start playback by pressing [PLAY].
2 Press [PLAY/OFF] on the main unit
repeatedly to select the desired playback duration. – At the press of the button,
indicators of selected timer duration flash.
– At every press of the button, flashing
indicators change as follows: 30 (min.)>60 (min.)>120 (min.)> 180 (min.)>240 (min.)>No flash (normal playback mode)
– The VCR (Line Recording) will
automatically switch off when Play-Off Timer is completed. To turn the VCR (Line Recording) on again, press [POWER].
Notes:
– If the tape reaches the end during Play-Off
Timer, the VCR (Line Recording) will automatically be rewound to the beginning and turn itself off.
– To stop Play-Off Timer part-way, press
[STOP] or [POWER].
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Recording and Editing
POWER EJECT
/I
AUDIO/VIDEO IN
L H
RF OUT
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT
RF IN
IN
120
180
60
REW FF
30
PLAY/
REC/
LP(EP)
STANDBY
OFF
REC/OTR
STOP
To Interrupt Recording
Press [PAUSE/SLOW] during recording. Press it again to continue recording.
240
30
REC/ STANDBY
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
To Select the Desired Tape Speed
Press [SPEED] before recording.
Repeatedly pressing this button changes the tape speed in the following order. PAL: SP>LP>EP>SP NTSC: SP>EP>SP
EP mode means Super Long Play (SLP).
Other VCR Video Movie Camera
POWER VCR/TV
SPEED
SEARCH
TRACKING/V-LOCK
MENU
RESET
PLAY
REW
STOP
INDEX
REC
2
FF
1
OSD
Recording
Preparations
Press [VCR/TV] to select VCR mode.Connect a movie camera or another VCR to
this VCR (Line Recording) as shown.
– Insert a video cassette tape with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
– Set [SYSTEM]. (See page 5.)
Operations
120
30
REC/ STANDBY
180
60
LP(EP)
1 Start recording by pressing
[REC].
2 Stop recording by pressing [STOP].
– When LP or NTSC EP mode is selected, the
[LP (EP)] indicator is lit.
30
REC/ STANDBY
120
180
60
240
LP(EP)
– When PAL EP mode is
selected, the [LP (EP)] indicator flashes.
Notes:
– The Recording Pause mode will be
automatically released after 5 minutes.
– It is not possible to record via the RF input
Socket because this VCR (Line Recording) is not equipped with a TV tuner.
– When playing back a cassette recorded in the
LP or EP mode, some picture and sound distortion may occur. However, this is not a malfunction.
– The tape recorded in the EP mode on this
VCR (Line Recording) cannot be played back on the other VCR without EP mode function.
240
9
2,4
POWER VCR/TV
SEARCH
TRACKING/V-LOCK
MENU
PLAY
REW
STOP
INDEX
SPEED
5
RESET
FF
3
OSD
REC
AUDIO OUT
L H
RF OUT
RF IN
OUT
IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO VIDEO
Editing
Various contents from other sources can be recorded as a series into a single tape.
Preparations
Press [VCR/TV] to select VCR mode.Connect a movie camera or another VCR to
this VCR (Line Recording) as shown on page 9.
– Insert a video cassette tape with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
– Set [SYSTEM]. (See page 5.)
Operations
1 Search for the end of the previous recording.
2 Press [PAUSE/SLOW] at the end.
3 Set the new recording by pressing [REC].
4 Start the new recording by pressing [PAUSE/
SLOW] again.
5 Stop recording by pressing [STOP].
To Record a TV Programme
TV programmes can be recorded by connecting this VCR (Line Recording) to a TV with Audio/Video output sockets.
Preparation
Connect this VCR (Line Recording) and a TV as shown.
Operations
1 Turn on the TV and VCR (Line Recording).
2 Insert a video cassette tape with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
3 Select TV station which you want to record.
4 Start recording by pressing [REC].
5 Stop recording by pressing [STOP].
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One-Touch Recording (OTR)
120
180
60
REW FF
POWER EJECT
/I
REC/OTR
1,2
Whenever you are in a hurry to start a timer recording with automatic stop in your absence, simply set the recording duration up to 240 minutes with [REC/OTR].
Preparations
Press [VCR/TV] to select VCR mode.Connect a movie camera or another VCR to
this VCR (Line Recording) as shown on page 9.
– Insert a video cassette tape with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
– Set [SYSTEM]. (See page 5.)
Operations
1 Start recording by pressing [REC].
240
30
PLAY/
REC/
LP(EP)
STANDBY
OFF
STOP
2 Press [REC/OTR] on the main unit
repeatedly to select the recording duration.
30
REC/ STANDBY
120
180
60
LP(EP)
– At the press of the button,
indicators of selected timer duration flash.
– At every press of the button,
flashing indicators change as follows: 30 (min.)>60 (min.)>120 (min.)> 180 (min.)>240 (min.)>No flash (normal recording mode)
– The VCR (Line Recording) will
automatically switch off when OTR is completed. To turn the VCR (Line Recording) on again, press [POWER].
Notes:
– When the tape reaches its end during OTR,
the VCR (Line Recording) will turn itself off.
– To stop OTR part-way, press [STOP] or
[POWER].
240
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Other Functions
POWER VCR/TV
SPEED
SEARCH
TRACKING/V-LOCK
MENU
RESET
PLAY
REW
FF
STOP
INDEX
OSD
REC
VHS Index Search System
It is very easy to find the beginning of each recording automatically, because a special index signal is automatically recorded at the start of each recorded segment on the tape. Up to 5 index signals can be searched for in both directions.
Preparation
Insert a recorded cassette with index signals.
For example:
Searching for the 2nd recorded segment in the forward direction.
Operation Press [INDEX 9] twice.
– After finding the specific recorded segment,
playback starts automatically.
For the reverse direction, press [INDEX :].Up to 5 index signals can be searched for in
both directions.
– The INDEX function only works in the stop
mode or during playback.
– When the opposite button is pressed, the
number of lit indicators decreases 1.
– The number of lit indicators decreases by 1
each time an index signal is found.
Recording Index Signals
Index signals are recorded in the following case. – When a recording is started by pressing
[REC (REC/OTR)].
REC/ STANDBY
120
180
60
240
30
LP(EP)
Searching while checking the video cassette contents (Intro-Jet Scan)
The approximate beginnings of each recorded programme are played in succession at the high speed so that the programme to be viewed can be located easily.
Preparation
Insert the recorded cassette.
Operations
1 Press [SEARCH].
INTRO JET SCAN
120
180
60
240
30
REC/
LP(EP)
STANDBY
This operation is performed while the VCR (Line Recording) is off or while the VCR (Line Recording) is in the stop mode or normal playback mode. – The tape is rewound to the start, and
played for about 10 seconds at the high speed. It is then fast forwarded, the VISS (VHS Index Search System) signals are searched in succession, and each time the signals are found, the tape is played for about 10 seconds at the high speed.
2 When the programme to be viewed is
reached, press [PLAY]. – Normal playback now commences.
To stop the operation at any time
Press [STOP].
Note:
– This function may not work properly when
recorded programmes run for 15 minutes or less.
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Note:
– The search function will only work correctly if
the index signals are spaced at least 5 minutes apart.
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Settings Using the On Screen Display
Press [OSD]. – The on screen display
appears during playback or AV external recording or playback.
– Press [OSD] again to
make the on screen display disappear.
1 Remaining tape time
– The remaining tape time may not be
displayed when inserting a cassette.
– The remaining tape time may not be
displayed correctly.
2 Tape running display
3 Tape counter/OTR indication/Index search/
Play-Off Timer
1
REMAIN 4:00
2345
0:00.22
SP
MESECAM
6
Information
Tape counter
OTR indication
Index search
Play-Off Timer
Display
j2:35.47
OTR 60
S 1
OFFÁ 60
Press [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.
4 Tape speed indicator (SP/LP/EP)
5 Cassette-in indicator
6 Colour system indicator
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Before Requesting Service
Before requesting service, check the following points again.
VCR (Line Recording) will not operate. [Mains lead not connected.] – Reconnect mains lead to mains outlet.
Remote control does not operate correctly.
[Remote control transmitter beam not reaching VCR (Line Recording).] – Ensure that remote control is pointed at VCR
(Line Recording) and transmitter beam is not obstructed.
[Distance is too far.] – Use remote control within 7 m of VCR (Line
Recording). If this range is not possible, replace batteries.
[Safety devices operating.] – Disconnect mains lead and wait for 1 minute.
Reconnect mains supply and check functions.
[An unknown language appears on the screen.] – Select the desired language. See page 5.
Picture noisy or not in colour. Horizontal bars or lines run down the screen.
[TV not tuned to VCR (Line Recording).] – Check TV tuning. See page 4.
[Video heads clogged or worn.] – Condensation may have formed, or a faulty
tape has been used. See page 3. Do not operate VCR (Line Recording) for 1 hour, then insert a new tape (original may be faulty) and play back for a few minutes. If fault does not clear, consult your dealer for further advice.
[Tape defective due to surface damage or wear.] – Check another tape to see if noise-free and
replace defective tape.
VCR (Line Recording) rewinds automatically during playback.
[Tape end detector works during playback due to damaged tape.] – Replace defective tape.
[Batteries exhausted.] – Replace batteries with UM3 or R6 type
available from your dealer. Note precautions for replacement on page 2.
[Batteries incorrectly fitted with reversed.] – Fit batteries correctly as shown on page 2.
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Specifications
Power Source: 110–240 V AC 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 9 W
Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system Video Heads: 2 heads Tape Speed: PAL; 23.39 mm/s (SP), 11.7 mm/s (LP), 7.8 mm/s (EP)
Tape Format: VHS tape Record/Playback Time: SP; 240 min with NV-E240
FF/REW Time: Approx. 60 s with NV-E180
VIDEO Television System: CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal
Modulation System: Luminance; FM azimuth recording
Input Level: VIDEO IN (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated Output Level: VIDEO OUT (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
AUDIO Input Level: AUDIO IN (PHONO); j6 dBV, more than 47 kohm Output Level: AUDIO OUT (PHONO); j6 dBV, less than 1 kohm
NTSC; 33.3 mm/s (SP), 11.1 mm/s (EP)
LP; 480 min with NV-E240 EP; 720 min with NV-E240
EIA; Standard (525 lines, 60 fields), NTSC colour signal
Colour signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording
RF modulated; VHF E3 or 4, 75 ohm
Video Horizontal Resolution: Colour; more than 240 lines (SP) Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Video; more than 43 dB (SP)
Audio; more than 43 dB (SP)
Audio Frequency Response: 80 Hz–8 kHz(SP) Operating Temperature: 5 oC–40 oC Operating Humidity: 35 %–80 % Weight: 2.8 kg Dimensions: 320 (W)k86.5 (H)k274.5 (D) mm Standard Accessories: 1 pc. Coaxial Cable
1 pc. Remote Control 2 pcs. R6 size batteries
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note to electrical appliance dealers only
To Demonstrate Drive Indicator
1 Eject a cassette tape, if it has been inserted. 2 Turn on the VCR (Line Recording). 3 Keep [EJECT] pressed for 3 seconds or more. 4 Press [STOP] to cancel Demonstration mode.
REC/ STANDBY
120
180
60
240
30
LP(EP)
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Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
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