Panasonic NV-VP32 User Manual

Operating Instructions

DVD Player/

Video Cassette Recorder

Model No. NV-VP32 Series

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.

RQTV0049

Contents

Before Use

Warning and Important Information .............................. 3

Accessories .................................................................................. 3

VHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information.................... 4

The Remote Control ..................................................................... 4

Disc Information.............................................................. 5

Control Reference Guide................................................ 6

Main Unit....................................................................................... 6

The Unit’s Display......................................................................... 6

Remote Control............................................................................. 7

Getting Started

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

Basic Connections ........................................................................ 8

Audio/Video Output Sockets......................................................... 8

For better video from DVD............................................................ 8

To enjoy sound through other audio equipment ........................... 9

Operating the TV ........................................................... 10

TV Maker Setting........................................................................ 10

Tuning the TV to Your Unit ........................................... 11

To change the RF output channel .............................................. 11

Setting Up for VHS........................................................ 12

CLOCK SET ............................................................................... 12

DVD Quick Setup........................................................... 13

VHS Operations

Playback......................................................................... 14

Adjusting the playback picture.................................................... 15

NTSC Playback .......................................................................... 15

Recording ...................................................................... 16

One-Touch Recording (OTR) ..................................................... 17

Recording from an external source............................................. 17

TAPE REFRESH ........................................................................ 17

Timer Recording............................................................ 18

To check and cancel a Timer Programme.................................. 19

Timer recording for the same programme on the following week

(Intelligent Timer)........................................................................ 19

Search Functions.......................................................... 20

Jet Navigator............................................................................... 20

VHS Index Search System (VISS).............................................. 21

Easy Programme Playback ........................................................ 21

Settings Using the On-Screen Display........................ 22

TUNER PRESET ........................................................................ 22

SYSTEM..................................................................................... 23

OPTION...................................................................................... 24

Various indications in on-screen display..................................... 25

Changing audio........................................................................... 25

DVD Operations

Playing Discs-basic play...............................................26

Position Memory .........................................................................27

Chapter Review...........................................................................27

Convenient Functions ...................................................28

Starting play from a selected item...............................................28

Starting play from a selected group ............................................28

Quick Replay...............................................................................28

Changing play speed ..................................................................28

AV Enhancer ...............................................................................29

Picture Mode...............................................................................29

Rotating Pictures......................................................................... 29

Changing Play Sequence..............................................30

Program Play ..............................................................................30

Random Play...............................................................................30

Playing the Programmes or

Play Lists on DVD-RAM.................................................31

Direct Navigator ..........................................................................31

Playing a play list ........................................................................31

MP3/WMA, CD text and JPEG Navigating Menus....... 32

Playing HighMAT discs ...............................................................33

To Enjoy Movies and Music More.................................34

Changing soundtracks, subtitles and angles...............................34

Advanced Surround .................................................................... 35

Repeat Play................................................................................. 36

Variable Zoom function ...............................................................36

Digital output ............................................................................... 37

Using On-Screen Menus...............................................38

Main Menu ..................................................................................38

Elapsed play time indicator ......................................................... 38

Other settings.............................................................................. 39

Changing Settings.........................................................40

Entering a password (Ratings)....................................................40

SETUP menu ..............................................................................41

Editing

Recording from DVD to VHS.........................................42

Manual Dubbing .......................................................................... 42

DVD-RAM Dubbing .....................................................................42

Helpful Hints

Before Requesting Service...........................................43

Error Messages........................................................................... 45

Glossary .........................................................................46

Specifications ................................................................47

Warning and Important Information

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Important CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL, OR PLACE THIS UNIT, IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

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.

For your safety

≥Do not remove outer cover.

≥Touching internal parts of the unit is dangerous, and may

seriously damage it.

≥To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. There are no

user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Cautions before you operate this unit

Avoid:

≥Humidity and dust.

≥Covering the ventilation holes with soft materials such as cloth or

paper.

≥Extreme heat such as direct sunlight.

≥Magnets or electromagnetic objects.

≥Touching internal parts of the unit.

≥Water or some other liquid.

≥Lightning (disconnect the aerial plug from the unit during a

lightning storm).

≥Anything heavy on the unit.

≥Connecting or handling the equipment with wet hands.

≥Using a cell phone near the unit because doing so may cause

noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.

Do:

≥Wipe the unit with a clean and dry cloth.

≥Install the unit in a horizontal position.

≥Keep the unit, TV and other equipment switched off until you

have finished all connections.

Condensation may form in the following cases:

≥The unit is brought from cold surroundings into a well-heated

room.

≥The unit 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 unit

for at least 1 hour. This unit is not equipped with a dew sensor.

NV-VP32GL: Australia model

NV-VP32GN: New Zealand model

Before Use

Accessories

RQLCA0141

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

(Inside of product)

∏ 1 pc. Remote Control ∏ 1 pc. RF Coaxial cable ∏ 2 pcs. “R6” size batteries

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

About descriptions in these Operating Instructions

≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as (l ±±).

≥The explanations concerning discs are indicated by [DVD], those

concerning video are indicated by [VHS].

∏ 1 pc. AC Main Lead

∏ 1 pc. Audio/Video cable

VHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information

ªSurge Absorber

For further protection for this product, these models are equipped with new surge absorbing circuits which prevents damage due to power surges caused by lightning.

≥This function may not be effective for surges by direct lightning.

ªCrystal View Control

The crystal view control function ensures the optimum picture quality so that you get the best picture automatically.

ªTa pes

≥You can use tapes with the VHS and S-VHS marks, but this unit

is unable to make full use of the characteristics of S-VHS tapes.

≥Break the tape’s tab to prevent

accidental erasure. Cover the hole with a double layer of adhesive tape when you want to use the tape for recording again.

Tab

ªS-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB)

It is possible to play back tapes recorded in the S-VHS system. ≥Some picture noise may occur depending on the type of tape

used.

≥It is not possible to fully obtain the high resolution that S-VHS is

capable of.

It is not possible to record in the S-VHS system with this unit.

ªDirt 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

If this happens, insert and eject a cassette 5

successively to remove the dirt from the video heads.

If the problem still persists after performing above, contact a

service personnel.

Head cleaning by service agents is not covered by warranty.

Heads mainly become dirty because of scratched or dirty tapes,

use of the unit under high temperature and humidity or under the

dust and other reasons.

Never use tapes on which liquids have been spilt or those that are

extremely damaged since these will cause not only the heads to

become dirty, but also the unit malfunction.

–10 times

The Remote Control

ªInstalling the batteries

Insert the batteries with the polarity (+ and -) correctly aligned.

R6, AA, UM-3

Notes:

The service life of the batteries is approximately 1 year. However, it varies considerably depending on the frequency of use. ≥When the batteries are exhausted, remove them immediately

and dispose them correctly.

≥Do not mix old battery with new battery. ≥Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese. ≥Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. ≥Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries. ≥When you do not use the remote control for a long time, take out

the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place.

ªUse

Aim at the receiver window (l 6), avoiding obstacles, at a

maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

≥Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from

dust.

≥Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct

sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.

Disc Information

ªDiscs that can be played

DVD-RAM DVD-Video DVD-R SVCD Video CD CD CD-R/RW

—

Shown as “DVDVR” on the display

[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [CDtext] [MP3] [WMA]

Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly. Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit. It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

ªDiscs that cannot be played

DVD-ROM, DVD-Audio, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, iRW, DVD-RW, CVD, SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVDRAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107, etc.

ªRegion number supported by this player

Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they are sold. The region number of the unit is “4”. The unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing “4” or “ALL”. Examples:

ALL

, etc.

ªDVDs that can be played

You can play discs with these symbols.

ªVideo systems

≥This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your TV must match the

system used on the disc.

≥PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television. ≥This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a

PAL television (Video—NTSC Disc Output l 41).

≥Output is interlace (576I), when playing PAL discs.

ªDisc structure

Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on the disc type.

Track: The smallest division on CDs and Video CDs, or a

Chapter: The smallest division on DVD-Video. Group: Equivalent to folders or albums on data discs. Title: The largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire

Programme

Picture: A single JPEG file. Play list: The largest grouping on a HighMAT disc, or a group of

Scene: DVD-RAM programme sections specified and grouped

Content: Covers tracks and pictures on HighMAT discs.

single MP3/WMA file.

movie.

The division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single recording.

scenes on DVD-RAM.

into play lists on a DVD video recorder.

Conforming to IEC62107

[JPEG]

ªDVD-RAM discs

The DVD-RAM you can play on this unit are those recorded with

DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers,

etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified

video recording standard).

≥Remove discs from their cartridges

before use and return them when you are finished, making sure that the labels of the disc and cartridge face the same way.

≥Some parts of the disc, for example where one programme ends

and another begins, may not play smoothly.

ªDVD-R discs

Panasonic DVD-R discs recorded and finalized (a process that

allows play on compatible equipment) on a Panasonic DVD video

recorder or DVD video camera are played as DVD-Video on this

unit.

ªPlaying DVDs and Video CDs

The producer of these discs can control how they are played so

you may not always be able to control play as described in these

operating instructions (for example if the play time is not displayed

or if a Video CD has menus). Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

ªCD-R and CD-RW discs

This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with

CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107), MP3, WMA,

or JPEG. Finalize

equipment)

(a process that allows play on compatible

the disc after recording.

ªHighMATTM discs

This unit is compatible with HighMATTM discs containing MP3,

WMA and/or JPEG files.

ªTo clean discs

DVD-Video, Video CD, CD

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe

dry.

DVD-RAM, DVD-R

≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-

K200DCA1, where available).

≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

ªHandling precautions

≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing

instrument.

≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static

electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (do not use discs with

exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers).

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the

market.

Before Use

Control Reference Guide

(5)

Operations in these instructions are described mainly for the remote control, but you can do the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.

Main Unit

(1)

[A]

FULL-OPEN

AV2 IN

/ I

EJECT

VIDEO

REC/OTR

AUDIO

(3)(2)

PLAY

STOP

(6)

(7)

(4)

/REW FF/

(8)

ªCommon section

[A] Power button (Í/I)

≥Press [Í/I] to switch this unit from on to standby mode or

vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still connected to the main AC power.

[B] Infra-red remote control receiver window [C] Display

ªVHS section

(1) Tape eject button (<EJECT)....................................(l 14)

(2) Channel up/down buttons (CHJI) ................. (l 15, 16)

(3) Recording/One-Touch Recording button

(¥REC/OTR) ........................................................ (l 16, 17)

(4) Cassette compartment

(2)(1)

OPEN/CLOSE

DVD-RAM DUBBINGAVENHANCER

[C][B]

(3) (6) (5)

PLAY

STOP

(4)

(5) AV2 IN (AUDIO/VIDEO) sockets ...............................(l 17)

(6) ∫STOP button ...........................................................(l 14)

(7) 1PLAY button ...........................................................(l 14)

(8) Fast-forward/rewind buttons

(6/REW FF/5, 6 5) ........................................(l 14)

ªDVD section

(1) Disc tray

(2) Disc tray open/close button (

(3) DVD-RAM Dubbing button

(DVD-RAM DUBBING) ...............................................(l 42)

(4) AV Enhancer button (AV ENHANCER)....................(l 29)

(5) ∫STOP button ...........................................................(l 26)

(6) 1PLAY button ...........................................................(l 26)

OPEN/CLOSE

<)......... (l 26)

The Unit’s Display

(1) (3)

REC

ªCommon section

[A] Main display

≥Current time/VHS recording and play counter/Timer

recording start time/Miscellaneous messages, etc.

[B] Main display

≥Disc play counter/Timer recording end time/Disc type (l 5)/

Miscellaneous messages, etc.

PL: Play list number PG: Programme number C: Contents number (HighMAT discs l 33) G: Group number (HighMAT discs l 33)

ªVHS section

(1) VHS selector indicator

≥Lights up when the VHS section is active. It flashes for about

5 seconds immediately after selection is made.

(2) Operation status of VHS section

≥Lights up when a cassette is inserted. ≥Flashes when recording or timer recording is attempted with

no cassette inserted.

≥Displays play status graphically.

Rotating: Playing Stopped: Paused

(3) Timer programme recording indicator.................... (l 18)

(4) Recording mode indicator .......................................(l 16)

(5) Recording indicator..................................................(l 16)

(6) Channel display ........................................................(l 16)

(7) Repeat playback indicator ....................................... (l 14)

(7)

(6)(5)

[A]

TTL

PRG

(3)

RND

TRK

CHP

(4)(2)

(1)(2)

GRP

SLP

(4)

ªDVD section

(1) DVD selector indicator

≥Lights up when the DVD section is active. It flashes for about

5 seconds immediately after selection is made.

(2) Operation status of DVD section

≥Lights up when a disc is inserted. ≥Displays play status graphically.

Rotating: Playing Stopped: Paused

(3) The display mode of the main display section

GRP: Group number TTL: Title number PRG: Lights up during programme play. RND: Lights up during random play. TRK: Track number CHP: Chapter number

(4) A-B repeat indicator .................................................(l 39)

≥Lights up during A-B repeat play.

*During repeat play, only is lit.

[B]

Remote Control

Control Reference Guide

(33)

VHS/DVD

(1)

(2) (3)

AUDIO

VHS/DVD

VOLUME

VHS

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

(32)

(31) (30) (29)

(4)

(28)

(5) (6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

(11)

(12)

(13)

(14)

(15)

(16)

CANCEL/RESET

INDEX/SKIP

NAVI

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

I-TIMER

PROG/CHECK

P.MEMORY

AV ENHANCER

DVD-RAM

TIMER

DUBBING

JET REW

PROG PLAY

REW

SLOW

ENTER

PLAY MODE

REC MODE

INPUT SELECT VHS STATUS

QUICK REPLAY

-/- -

PLAY SPEED

SLOW/

PLAY

PLAY LISTDIRECT NAVIGATOR

RETURN

SET UP

REC

DVD STATUSPICTURE MODEGROUP

(27)

(26) (25) (24)

(23)

(22)

(21)

(20)

(19)

(18)

(17)

ª[VHS] and [DVD] button

[VHS]

≥Switch the remote control mode into VHS. ≥Set main unit’s common output to VHS when OUT[VHS/DVD]

selection is AUTO.

[DVD]

≥Switch the remote control mode into DVD. ≥Set main unit’s common output to DVD when OUT[VHS/DVD]

selection is AUTO.

(1) VHS/DVD Power button (VHS/DVDÍ) ...............(l 14, 26)

(2) Audio button (AUDIO).........................................(l 25, 34)

(3) VHS/DVD Output Switch button

(VHS/DVD OUTPUT)..................................................(l 12)

(4) Numeric buttons (0–9, – /– –, S10) ..............(l 16, 27, 28)

(5) Cancel/Reset button (CANCEL/RESET) ............(l 19, 25)

(6) Index Search, Skip buttons

(INDEX/SKIP: 9) ........................................(l 21, 26)

(7) Stop button (STOP∫)..........................................(l 14, 26)

(8) Jet Navigator, Direct Navigator/Top Menu button

(NAVI, DIRECT NAVIGATOR, TOP MENU) ..(l 20, 31, 32)

(9) Cursor, Enter button

(342 1, ENTER) ..................................(l 12, 22, 38, 40)

(10) Display/On-Screen Menu button

(DISPLAY) ..................................................................(l 38)

(11) Timer Programming and Check, AV Enhancer button

(PROG/CHECK, AV ENHANCER) .................(l 18, 19, 29)

(12) Intelligent Timer, Position Memory button

(I-TIMER, P. MEMORY) ........................................(l 19, 27)

(13) Timer Recording button (TIMER ) ........................(l 18)

(14) DVD-RAM Dubbing button

(DVD-RAM DUBBING) ...............................................(l 42)

(15) Jet Rewind, Group button

(JET REW6, GROUP) ......................................(l 14, 28)

(16) Easy Programme Playback, Picture Mode button

(PROG PLAY, PICTURE MODE) .........................(l 21, 29)

(17) Input Select, Quick Replay button

(INPUT SELECT, QUICK REPLAY) ...............(l 17, 28, 42)

(18) VHS/DVD Status button

(VHS STATUS, DVD STATUS) ............................(l 25, 26)

Recording mode button (REC MODE).....................(l 16)

(19)

(20) Recording button (REC¥) ........................................(l 16)

(21) Play mode button (PLAY MODE) .......................(l 30, 38)

(22) DVD Setup menu button (SETUP)............................(l 40)

(23) Return button (RETURN) ..................(l 13, 31, 35, 38, 40)

(24) Menu, Play List button

(MENU, PLAY LIST)

(25) Pause/Slow, Still button

(PAUSE, SLOW

.........................................(l 12, 22, 31)

;/D).............................................(l 14, 26)

(26) Play button (PLAY1) ..........................................(l 14, 26)

(27) Rewind/Fast-Forward, Slow/Search buttons

(REW, FF, SLOW, SEARCH6 5).................(l 14, 26)

(28) Play Speed buttons (PLAY SPEEDJI) ................(l 28)

(29) Tracking/V-Lock and Channel up/down buttons

(TRACKING/V-LOCK, CHJI)...........................(l 15, 16)

(30) VHS Select button (VHS) .....................................(l LEFT)

(31) DVD Select button (DVD).....................................(l LEFT)

(32) TV Operation buttons

TV Power button (Í) TV Input Mode Selector (AV) TV Channel up/down buttons (CHJI) TV Volume up/down buttons (VOLUME s N r)

(33) Infra-red Transmitter

Before Use

Connections

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

OPTICAL

AC IN

DIGITAL AUDIO

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

(NTSC: 480P/480I PAL: 576I)

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

VHS/DVD

OUT

DVD OUT

AV1 IN

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

VIDEO OUT (480P/480I)

When the unit is turned on after connecting the aerial cable and the mains lead, Plug in Auto Tuning starts automatically. (NV-VP32GN only)

Basic Connections

The following connections are required to record the video cassette and play back the video cassette/discs through the TV.

≥Refer to the TV’s operating instructions. ≥Turn the TV off and disconnect its AC mains lead.

Audio/Video Output Sockets

≥Set the RF output channel of the unit to “ss” (RF

OFF) (l 11).

≥Connect audio/video cables directly to your TV. The

video signals on DVDs and video tapes have copyright protection. The video may not be shown correctly if you connect through an A/V selector or other equipment.

To mains supply

AC IN

DIGITAL AUDIO

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

DVD OUT

OPTICAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

(NTSC 480P/480I PAL 576I)

BPR

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

Audio/video cable

(Supplied)

TV Set (Not supplied)

Aerial Connector

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

AV1 IN

VHS/DVD

OUT

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

Television

Aerial (Not supplied)

OUT

AUDI O

VIDEO

For better video from DVD

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Television

COMPONENT VIDEO terminal (progressive out)

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output and provide a clearer picture than the S VIDEO terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the colour difference signals (P achieve high fidelity in reproducing colours.

≥The description of the component video input terminals depends

¬ To enjoy progressive video (l 13)

≥These connections are for the DVD section only.

≥When making this connection, ensure that you connect the audio cables

≥You may need to change the video-input mode on the TV to view video from

B/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to

on the TV or monitor (e.g. Y/P to terminals of the same colour.

Carry out the Basic Connections described above to view video from the VHS section.

(not supplied) to the corresponding audio input terminals on the TV.

the VHS and DVD sections. Read your TV’s operating instructions for details.

Video cable (Not supplied)

B/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect

S VIDEO terminal

The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals (Actual results depend on the TV). ≥Connect to a different terminal group (e.g.

S-Video cable (Not supplied)

S VIDEO

Tel evis ion

“VIDEO 2”) than that you used for the connection through this unit’s VHS/DVD OUT terminal. Picture from the VHS section will not appear when you use the same group input terminal connections because the S Video terminal input takes precedence.

Audio cable

(Not supplied)

Tel evis ion

AUDIO IN

Connections

The output terminal common to VHS and DVD, and the one exclusively for DVD

For the VHS/DVD OUT terminal, VHS and DVD outputs can be switched or it can be assigned for VHS output only (l 12).

DIGITAL AUDIO

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

DVD OUT

OPTICAL

DVD-only terminal

DVD OUT

(NTSC: 480P/480I PAL: 576I)

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

VHS/DVD

R-AUDIO-L

S VIDEO

VIDEO

Output common to

VHS and DVD

COMPONENT VIDEO

VHS/DVD OUT

To enjoy sound through other audio equipment

You can enjoy the powerful movie theater and hall-like sound available with multiple channel audio found on DVDs by connecting an amplifier and speakers.

The DVD OUT terminal can only output the DVD signal.

AV1 I N

Note:

≥When Video is switched to DVD or vice versa, the audio volume may suddenly

OUT

increase or decrease. This is because when the audio output of this unit is connected to the TV, etc., the audio output of the DVD is generally lower.

≥When you increase the volume level to play back DVD audio, reduce it when playback

is finished.

Digital connection

Connect 3 or more speakers for surround sound.

Optical digital cable (Not supplied) Do not bend sharply when connecting.

AC IN

DVD OUT

Amplifier (Not supplied)

(DVD) IN

DIGITAL AUDIO

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

VOLUME

Insert fully with this side facing up.

COMPONENT VIDEO

(NTSC: 480P/480I PAL: 576I)

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

Analog connection

Amplifier (Not supplied) or system component (Not supplied)

AUX IN

S VIDEO

OPTICAL

¬ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound

Connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder or a decoder-amplifier combination. Change the settings in the SETUP menu

l 37, 41).

( You can only use DTS Digital Surround decoders that are compatible with DVD. ≥Turn the Advanced Surround function “Off”

(

l 35).

¬ To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect a digital amplifier or system component. Change the settings in the SETUP menu

l 37, 41).

(

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

AV1 IN

VHS/DVD

OUT

¬ To enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic

Connect an analog amplifier or system component. Change the settings in the SETUP menu

l 37, 41).

( The audio terminal of VHS/DVD OUT can also be connected.

Getting Started

R - AUDIO - L

Audio cable (Not supplied)

Notes:

≥To purchase an optical digital cable (not supplied), check the terminal shape of the equipment to be connected beforehand. ≥The OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO terminal is provided with a cap to prevent dust from entering. Simply plug into it, and the cap will be

encapsulated in the unit.

Operating the TV

(1) (2)

Numeric buttons

VHS/DVD

AUDIO

VHS/DVD

CANCEL/RESET

INDEX/SKIP

NAVI

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

PROG/CHECK AV ENHANCER

TIMER

JET REW

PROG PLAY

VHS

-/- -

REW

SLOW

ENTERENTER

I-TIMER

PLAY MODE

P.MEMORY

DVD-RAM DUBBING

REC MODE

INPUT SELECT VHS STATUS

QUICK REPLAY

VOLUME

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

PLAY SPEED

SLOW/

PLAY

PLAY LISTDIRECT NAVIGATOR

RETURN

SET UP

REC

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TV OPERATION

≥Turn on the TV.

(3)

(1) TV Power button (Í)

(4)

≥Press to switch the TV from on to standby mode or vice versa.

On some TVs with this button, it is only possible to turn it to standby mode (OFF). It is not possible to turn it on. In this case, try to turn the TV on with the following button: [CHJI] (4)

(2) TV Input Mode Selector (AV)

≥To select desired AV input on the TV.

(3) TV Volume up/down buttons (VOLUME s N r)

≥To adjust the volume of the TV.

(4) TV Channel up/down buttons (CHJI)

≥To select the desired programme position (TV station) on the TV.

TV Maker Setting

You can operate the TVs of the manufacturers listed below with the remote control after setting it.

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[1] Refer to the chart below for the code of your TV.

[2] Aim the remote control at the TV and

While holding down [Í] (1), use the numeric buttons to enter the two-digit code.

Example: “1”; [0]l[1]

[3] Check whether the TV can be operated properly.

≥Test by turning on the TV and changing channels. Repeat the procedure until you find the code that

allows correct operation.

≥When a manufacturer has multiple codes in the following chart, try entering other codes if the TV

operations cannot be performed properly, and then select the optimal code.

Notes:

≥If you are using a Panasonic TV, this setting has already been made, you do not need to perform the

above procedure. However, this remote control may not work on some Panasonic TVs.

≥Some TV models cannot be operated by this remote control (including all TVs non-remote compatible).

Brand Code

Panasonic/National 01-04

SONY 05

TOSHIBA 06

JVC 07

HITACHI 08

MITSUBISHI 09, 10

SHARP 11

PHILIPS, SAMSUNG 12

NEC 13

SANYO 14

GOLDSTAR/LG 15, 16

SAMSUNG 17, 18

SANYO 19

Tuning the TV to Your Unit

CH 22 SEARCH END: MENU

AUTO TUNING IN PROGRESS, PLEASE WAIT.

END: MENU

AUTO TUNING IS COMPLETED.

Panasonic

END: MENU

The unit supplies a signal to the TV via the RF coaxial cable on channel AU28s 69 or NZ21s 69. It is possible to view the unit’s picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts. The unit is fitted with its own tuner (just like a normal TV) and can be preset to receive up to 99 TV broadcast stations.

≥Press [VHS]. ¬ If you have connected the unit to the TV through the audio/video output sockets

You do not need to follow the procedure below. To view the pictures from the unit, set to the AV mode on the TV with [AV].

Pre-programmed TV Channels (for NV-VP32GL/Australia)

The local TV broadcast channels 2, 7, 9, 10 and 28 are factory-preset in the unit.

That is, if you can receive TV broadcasts on VHF channels 2, 7, 9, 10 and UHF channel 28, these are already tuned on the programme positions with the matching numbers.

[1] Press [VHSÍ] to turn on this unit.

[2] Hold down [MENU] for 5 seconds or more.

Panasonic

[3] Set the TV to an unused position for the unit

viewing channel.

≥Tune the TV until the display shown on the right appears. Refer also to

the TV’s instructions regarding tuning.

[4] Press [MENU].

Plug in Auto Tuning (for NV-VP32GN/New Zealand)

When the unit is turned on after connecting the aerial cable and the mains lead for the first time, tuning starts automatically.

≥If the unit is turned on with the aerial not connected, all channels are skipped.

[1] Press [VHSÍ] to turn on this unit. [2] Set the TV to an unused position for the unit

END: MENU

VHS

Numeric buttons

VHS/DVD

AUDIO

VHS/DVD

CANCEL/RESET

INDEX/SKIP

NAVI

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

PROG/CHECK

AV ENHANCER

TIMER

JET REW

PROG PLAY

VHS

REW

SLOW

ENTER

I-TIMER

PLAY MODE

P.MEMORY

DVD-RAM DUBBING

REC MODE

INPUT SELECT VHS STATUS

QUICK REPLAY

-/- -

SLOW/

VOLUME

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

PLAY SPEED

PLAY

PLAY LISTDIRECT NAVIGATOR

RETURN

SET UP

REC

DVD STATUSPICTURE MODEGROUP

viewing channel.

≥Tune the TV until the display shown on the right appears. Refer also to

the TV’s instructions regarding tuning.

[3] Press [MENU].

Getting Started

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VIDEO

AV2 IN

NV-VP32GL

(RF OFF)

NV-VP32GN

(RF OFF)

REC/OTR

AUDIO

…

¬ To cancel Auto Tuning partway through

Press [MENU]. Auto Tuning will stop halfway by turning the unit off, pressing [MENU], playback or a power failure.

PLAY

¬ If Auto Tuning stops halfway by turning the unit off, playback or a power failure ≥Disconnect the mains lead and then reconnect it.

STOP

≥Turn on the unit. Plug in Auto Tuning restarts.

¬ To set the channels manually (l 23)

ªTo restart Plug in Auto Tuning

≥Turn the unit on. ≥Make sure there is no video cassette in the unit.

1) Keep both [CH] J and I on the unit

pressed simultaneously for 3

seconds or more until the channel on the unit’s display changes to 1.

2) Disconnect the mains lead and then reconnect it.

3) Turn on the unit. Plug in Auto Tuning restarts.

To change the RF output channel

You can change the RF output channel, for example, when interference occurs on the picture after tuning.

1) Hold down [MENU] for 5 seconds or more.

2) Press [CH]JI to select the channel (AU28s69, NZ21s69).

≥Each time you press [CH]JI (l left) ≥Set to “ss” (RF OFF) when you use the audio/video cable for the

connection.

≥You can also use the numeric buttons.

Example: “28”; [2]l[8]

3) Retune your TV to the new RF channel for the unit.

4) Press [MENU] to exit the setting mode.

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Note:

≥Even if the RF output channel has been changed, it is not necessary to

perform Auto Tuning.

Setting Up for VHS

Make basic settings for VHS. These settings are retained in memory until they are changed, even if the unit is turned off.

≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Turn on the unit. ≥Press [VHS].

Common procedures

VHS/DVD OUTPUT

VHS

ENTER

VHS/DVD

AUDIO

VHS/DVD

CANCEL/RESET

INDEX/SKIP

NAVI

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

PROG/CHECK

P.MEMORY

AV ENHANCER

DVD-RAM DUBBING

TIMER

JET REW

PROG PLAY

VHS

-/- -

REW

SLOW

ENTER

I-TIMER

PLAY MODE

REC MODE

INPUT SELECT VHS STATUS

QUICK REPLAY

VOLUME

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

PLAY SPEED

SLOW/

PLAY

PLAY LISTDIRECT NAVIGATOR

RETURN

SET UP

REC

DVD STATUSPICTURE MODEGROUP

[1] Press [MENU]. [2] Press [34] to select the menu. [3] Press [ENTER].

VHS MENU

CLOCK SET TUNER PRESET SYSTEM OPTION TAPE REFRESH

SELECT END

: , ENTER :MENU

CLOCK SET

The clock operates for at least 3 years on its backup system in the event of a power failure. After 3 years, clock back up can only be guaranteed for maximum of 1 hour.

[1] Set each item with [34 1].

Press [2] to return to the previous item.

At the set time (H:M) point:

≥When [34] is kept pressed, the indication changes in 30

minute steps.

≥There is no need to press [34] continuously.

CLOCK SET

Y M D H:M 2004 1 1 0:00

[2] Press [MENU] to start the clock and

exit the setting screen.

Time Reset Function

If the clock is less than 2 minutes early or late, it can easily be reset to the proper time.

Example: Resetting the clock to 12:00.00

Display the “CLOCK SET” screen

2) When the current clock display on the unit is between 11:58.00 and 12:01.59, press [MENU] as soon as it is 12:00.00. This will reset the time to 12:00.00.

ª To switch to the desired video

You can set the unit so that the VHS/DVD output is automatically switched to the device which starts playback.

1) In the OPTION menu,

select “OUT [VHS/DVD]” with [34].

2) Press [2 1] to change the setting.

3) Press [MENU] twice to make the onscreen display disappear.

VHS: The output is only for VHS, even if you press

[VHS/DVD OUTPUT],

the DVD video is not shown.

MANUAL: Press [VHS/DVD OUTPUT] to switch to the desired

video source. They are not switched automatically.

OPTION 1/2

TAPE SELECT [AUTO] NTSC INPUT SELECT [AUTO] NTSC PB SELECT [onPALTV] JET NAVIGATOR [OFF] DELETE NAVIDATA [NO] OSD [AUTO] OUT[VHS/DVD] [AUTO] DUBBING NORMAL AUDIO [L]

SELECT:

END :MENU

AUTO (Initial setting):

VHS and DVD are automatically switched depending on the manipulation or the unit operation. You may also switch them with [VHS/DVD OUTPUT].

Notes:

≥You can switch to the desired video with the above operation only

when the video from this unit is viewed through the VHS/DVD OUT terminal.

≥Depending on the operation, the output may not be switched

automatically even if “AUTO” is selected. In this case, press [VHS/ DVD OUTPUT] to switch it manually.

≥After setting timer recording, the output is automatically switched to

DVD even if “MANUAL” is selected.

DVD Quick Setup

Answer questions in the QUICK SETUP screen to make basic settings for DVD.

≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [DVD]. ≥Turn on the unit.

[1] Press [SETUP] and press [34] to

select “Others”.

[2] Press [ 1] and press [34] to select

“QUICK SETUP” and press [ENTER].

[3] Select “Yes” with [34] and press

[ENTER].

[4] Press [34] to select the item and

press [ENTER].

Menu Language (l 41) TV Aspect (l below) Progressive Out (l below)

[5] Press [ENTER] and then [SETUP] to end the settings.

¬ To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

TV Aspect

Select “4:3” (regular) or “16:9” (widescreen) to suit your TV. If you have a regular 4:3 TV, you can also select how video on some discs is shown.

≥4:3 Pan & Scan (Initial Setting)

Widescreen software is expanded to fill the screen of a 4:3 aspect TV (unless prohibited by the producer of the disc).

ENTER

VHS/DVD

AUDIO

VHS/DVD

CANCEL/RESET

INDEX/SKIP

NAVI

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

PROG/CHECK

AV ENHANCER

TIMER

JET REW

PROG PLAY

VHS

SLOW

ENTER

I-TIMER

P.MEMORY

DVD-RAM DUBBING

REC MODE

QUICK REPLAY

VOLUME

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

PLAY SPEED

-/- -

SLOW/

REW

PLAY

PLAY LISTDIRECT NAVIGATOR

RETURN

PLAY MODE

SET UP

REC

INPUT SELECT VHS STATUS

DVD STATUSPICTURE MODEGROUP

DVD

RETURN

SETUP

DVD Setu

Disc

HighMAT Enable

Video

QUICK SETUP

Audio

Re–initialize Settin

Displa

Others

to select and press to exit

ENTER

4:3 Pan & Scan

RETURN

Getting Started

≥4:3 Letterbox

Widescreen software is shown in the letterbox style on a 4:3 aspect TV.

4:3 Letterbox

≥If you have a wide-screen TV (16:9), you can select the style with the TV’s screen

mode function.

Progressive Out (Component)

You can enjoy higher image quality than that output from the conventional video out terminal or S Video terminal (Interlace and progressive output l 46). ≥Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P compatible TV (l 8). Video will not be

displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible TV.

1) Select “Enable (NTSC Disc Only)” in “Progressive Out (Component)” (l 41).

2) Change “Video Output Mode” to “480P” in the on-screen menu

(l 39).

≥All Panasonic TVs that have 480P input terminals are compatible. Consult the

manufacturer if you have another brand of TV.

Notes:

≥The VHS video may not be progressive-output. ≥The TV will be disrupted for a moment but this is normal. ≥Output from this unit is interlaced scanning if you have connected to the TV through VIDEO OUT or S

VIDEO OUT terminals, regardless of the settings.

≥When progressive output is on, closed captions will not be displayed.

Playback

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STO

REC/OTR

AUDIO

VIDEO

AV2 IN

≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [VHS]. ≥Press [VHS Í] to turn on the unit.

[1] Insert a recorded video cassette tape. [2] Press [1] (PLAY).

≥Play starts automatically if you insert a tape which it’s tab has been removed

(Tapes l 4).

[∫]Stop

[6] (backward)/

[ 5] (forward)

[JET REW6]Jet Rewind

[;/D] Pause

[<EJECT] Eject

[1](PLAY) Repeat Playback

VHS

VHS/DVD

AUDIO

VHS/DVD

CANCEL/RESET

INDEX/SKIP

NAVI

TOP MENU

DISPLAY

PROG/CHECK

AV ENHANCER

TIMER

JET REW

PROG PLAY

EJECT

VHS

-/- -

REW

SLOW

ENTER

I-TIMER

PLAY MODE

P.MEMORY

DVD-RAM

REC MODE

DUBBING

INPUT SELECT VHS STATUS

QUICK REPLAY

VOLUME

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

PLAY SPEED

SLOW/

PLAY

PLAY LISTDIRECT NAVIGATOR

RETURN

SET UP

REC

DVD STATUSPICTURE MODEGROUP

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

Press this button to stop playback.

Cue / Review

During playback, tap or keep pressing these buttons. If you keep pressing these buttons, playback restarts by releasing them.

Jet Search

During playback, tap these buttons twice. You can increase Cue/Review search speed.

Fast-forward / Rewind

Press these buttons in the stop mode. Press [∫] to cancel.

Press this button to obtain a Higher Speed Rewind. The “J. REW” indication appears on the TV screen (except when the remaining tape time indication appears).

Press

this button during playback. Press [ 1] (PLAY) or [;/D] to restart.

Slow

Press and hold for 2 seconds or more.

Press this button to remove the video cassette. Or, keep pressing [∫] on the remote control

If you press and hold [ 1] (PLAY) for 5 seconds or more, you can play back the recorded part on the tape repeatedly. The “R 1” indication appears on the TV screen. Press [∫] to cancel (it also cancels if you play, pause, cue, or review).

for at least 3 seconds.

Repeat Playback

At the end of the programme, the tape rewinds to the beginning of the programme and plays it again (it only works if there is at least 5 seconds blank at the end of the programme). This repeats until you cancel it.

Beginning of Tape

Repeat Playback

PLAY

REW

End of Recorded Part

Control signal Interruption (at least 5 sec.)

¬ To change back to normal playback Press [ 1] (PLAY).

¬ To adjust tracking control manually (l 15)

Other convenient functions

≥When the unit is off, an inserted video cassette can be played back by pressing [ 1] (PLAY). ≥You can eject tapes when the unit is in standby mode. It switches back to standby once it ejects the

tape.

≥When the tape reaches its end, this unit automatically rewinds it to the beginning. During timer

recording, OTR and fast-forwarding, this function does not work.

Notes:

≥Jet Search, cue, review or slow playback will be automatically released after 10 minutes, and for still

playback, it will be released after 5 minutes.

≥The tape counter does not appear during Jet Rewind. ≥Depending on a cassette or the operating condition, Jet Rewind may not work or change the rewind

speed somewhat.

≥During playback function other than normal playback, horizontal noise bars may appear in the

picture, the colour of the picture may be unstable, or the picture may be otherwise distorted.

≥When you play back a tape recorded in the LP mode, the picture may be turned into monochrome. ≥When you play back a tape recorded in the EP mode, the picture and the sound may be unstable.

However, these are not malfunctions.

Playback

Adjusting the playback picture

Manual tracking

The unit usually makes tracking adjustments, but you may need to do it manually, if noise appears on a tape recorded on other equipment.

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During play, press [TRACKING/V-LOCK] J or I.

Repeat until the noise disappears.

Vertical locking adjustment

Adjust the vertical to stop the picture jiggling while paused.

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While paused, press [TRACKING/V-LOCK] J or I.

Repeat until the jiggling stops.

¬ To return to auto tracking

Press both [TRACKING/V-LOCK] J and I simultaneously.

¬ To remove the noise from a paused picture

Start slow play, then adjust the tracking.

Notes:

≥This may not work with some TV models and tapes. ≥You can also adjust the tracking and vertical with [CH]JIon the unit

NTSC Playback

Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back via a PAL system TV.

≥To record in the NTSC system, set “NTSC INPUT SELECT” (OPTION l 24). ≥Select “on PAL TV” in “NTSC PB SELECT” to view the NTSC recording in colour (OPTION l 24). ≥On some TVs, the playback picture may roll up or down. If your TV has V-HOLD control or

equivalent function, use it to adjust the picture.

Note for only NTSC Playback on PAL system TV

This function is designed to allow only 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 play back by this function cannot be recorded correctly on other VHS.

Operations

VHS

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