Panasonic Omnivision PV-C2542 Operating Instructions Manual

Combination VCR

Operating Instructions

Model No. PV-C2062/PV-C2542

Initial Setup

Basic Operation

TV Operation

• Initial Setup and Connection Procedures are on pages 8 and 9.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner,
Matsushita Electric Corporation of America has
determined that this product or product model meets
the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect,
operate, or adjust this product. Please save this manual.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
(Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.)

Timer Operation

Advanced Operation

For Your Information

LSQT0582A

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

Important Safeguards and Precautions

READ AND RET AIN ALL SAFETY AND
OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
W ARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON UNIT

INSTALLATION

1 PO WER SOURCE CA UTION

Operate only from power source indicated on unit
or in this manual. If uncertain, hav e your Electric
Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer
verify your home power source .

2 POWER CORD PLUG

For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one
wide blade), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
Always hold the plug firmly and make sure your
hands are dry when plugging in or unplugging the
AC power cord. Regularly remove dust, dirt, etc.
on the plug.

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:

The plug fits into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully
inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, ha ve an
electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
tamper with the plug.

GROUNDING PLUG CA UTION:

The plug requires a three-hole grounding outlet.
If necessary , hav e an electrician install the proper
outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.

3 PO WER CORD

To avoid unit malfunction, and to protect against
electrical shock, fire or personal injury:

-Keep po wer cord a wa y from heating appliances
and walking traffic. Do not rest hea vy objects on,
or roll such objects over the power cord.

-Do not tamper with the cord in any way.

-An extension cord should have the same type
plug (polarized or grounding) and must be
securely connected.

-Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords is a
fire hazard.

-Fra y ed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or
cracked wire insulation are hazardous and
should be replaced by a qualified electrician.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILA TION HOLES

V entilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated during operation. If bloc ked, heat
build-up may result in a fire hazard or heat
damage to cassettes.
For your protection:
a.Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON,

or operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other soft surface.

b.Avoid b uilt-in installation, such as a book case

or rack, unless properly ventilated.

5

A VOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCA TIONS OR

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place unit over or near a heater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, etc. If unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place,
moisture may condense in unit and on the tape
causing damage.

6 TO A V OID PERSONAL INJUR Y

• Never place unit on support or

stand that is not firm, level,
and adequately strong.
The unit could fall causing
serious injury to a child or
adult and damage to the unit.

• Move any appliance and cart

combination with care. Quic k
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause objects to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating instructions.

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OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

An outside antenna or cable system must be properly
grounded to provide some protection
against built up static charges
and voltage. Section 810 of
the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada,
part 1 of the Canadian
Electrical Code) provides
information regarding proper

NEC - NATIONAL

ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding
of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode.

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTA G E

POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS

Locate an outside antenna system well awa y from power
lines and electric light or power circuits so it will nev er touch
these power sources should it ev er f all. When installing
antenna, absolutely nev er touch power lines , circuits or
other power sources as this could be fatal.

USING THE UNIT

Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a ne w locatio n,
refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.

1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWA Y FR OM WATER OR

MOISTURE, such as vases, sinks, tubs , etc.

2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STR ONG

IMPACT, unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualified

service technician before use.

3 ELECTRICAL ST ORMS

During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for
extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the
power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4 WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• DO NOT OPERATE IF:

- liquid has spilled into unit.

- unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.

- unit emits smoke, malodors, or noises .
Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected b y a service
technician to avoid potential fire and shoc k hazards .

• Never drop or push any object through openings in unit.
T ouching internal parts may cause electric shock or fire hazard.

• Keep magnetic objects, such as speak ers, away from unit
to avoid electrical interf erence.

5 USING A CCESSORIES

Use only accessories recommended by the manuf acturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards .

6 CLEANING UNIT

Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry , chemically untreated cloth to ge ntly
remove dust or debris. DO NO T USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or
forced air that could ov er-spray, or seep into unit and cause
electrical shock. Any substance, such as wax, adhesiv e tape, etc.
may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty
areas may adversely aff ect internal parts.

SERVICE

1 DO NOT SER VICE PR ODUCT Y OURSELF

If, after carefully follo wing detailed operating instructions, the
unit does not operate properly , do not attempt to open or
remove cov ers , or make an y adjustments not described in the
manual. Unplug unit and contact a qualified service technician.

2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS

Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
by the manuf acturer, or have equal safety characteristics as
original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes ma y
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING

After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a through safety
check be done as described in the manufacturer’s service
literature to insure video unit is in safe operating condition.

Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité

Warning : T o prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

Caution : T o prevent electric shoc k, match wide blade of plug to wide slo t, fully insert.
Avertissement : Afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs électriques, ne

pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à une humidité excessive.

Attention :Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche

dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with
existing VHS equipment. Only use those tapes with the mark. It is recommended that
only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8 hour
VCR machines be used. This television receiver provides display of television closed
captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the FCC rules.

FCC W ARNING : Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this

equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and other c omponents that contain lead.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the
Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.>

Congratulations

on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated
and reliable products on the market today. Used
properly, it will bring you and your family years of
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
The serial number is on the tag located on the
back of your unit.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock . Therefore, it is
dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the
operation and maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

Accessories

Remote Control
LSSQ0319 (PV-C2062)
LSSQ0341 (PV-C2542)

Model PV-C2062
remote shown.

Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address

Batteries
2 “AA”

Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.

To order accessories,
call toll free 1-800-332-5368.

Loading the Batteries

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

Break off the tab to
prevent recording.

Record
Tab

Screwdriver

To record again.

Cover the hole
with cellophane tape.

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Unit Information

Head Cleaning

Playing older or damaged tapes may e ventually
cause video heads to become clogged.

Head Clog Sensor

During playback this screen
appears if clogging is
detected. To remove screen,
press PLAY on the remote
or unit.

• Use “dry” type head

V I DE

O

HEADS MAY
LEAN I NG
I

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EY

NEED C
PL

EASE

C

LEAN I NG CASSETTE

REFER TO MANUAL

OR

END : PLAY K

cleaning cassette only.

(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)

• Follow cleaning tape directions carefully .
Excessive use of head cleaning tape can
shorten the video head life.

• If head clog symptoms persist, contact your
nearest Factory Service Center or authorized
Service Center. (See Page 36.)

Features for a Quality Picture

Digital Auto Tracking

Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for
optimum picture quality.

Manual Tracking Control (to reduce picture noise)

Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to
reduce picture noise. Press the 3 or 6 number key on
the remote control or CH on the unit until the
picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking, press
POWER off, then on again a few seconds later.

PanaBlack

This unit uses a PanaBlackTM picture tube for better
color reproduction and picture contrast.

V-Lock Control

In Still mode, the 3 or 6 number key on the remote
control or CH on the unit operate as a V-lock
control to reduce jitter.



 Picture Tube (PV-C2542 only)



Specifications

Display

Picture Tube: 20 inch measured diagonal

90° deflection Picture Tube
(PV-C2062)

25 inch measured diagonal

110° deflection Picture Tube
(PV-C2542)

VCR

Video Recording 4 rotary heads helical
System: scanning system
Audio Track: 1 track

Tuner

Broadcast Channels: V HF 2 ~ 13, U HF 14 ~ 69
CABLE Channels: Midband A through I (14 ~ 22)

Superband J through W (23 ~ 36)
Hyperband AA ~ EEE (37 ~ 64)
Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99)
Special CABLE channel 5A(01)
Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125

FM Radio

Band Range: 87.5 ~ 108.1 MHz

General

Power S our ce: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: Power On

Approx. 110 watts (PV-C2062)
Approx. 136 watts (PV-C2542)
Power Off

Approx. 2.5 watts
Television System: EIA Standard NTSC color
Speaker: 1 piece
Operating Temperature: 5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 %
Weight: 23 Kg (50.6 lbs.)(PV-C2062)

31 Kg (68.2 lbs.)(PV-C2542)
Dimensions: 515 (W) X 505 (H) X 474 (D) mm

20-5/16” (W) X 19-7/8” (H) X

18-11/16” (D) (PV-C2062)

634 (W) X 590 (H) X 464(D) mm

24-15/16" (W) X 23-1/4" (H) X

18-1/4" (D) (PV-C2542)
Note: Designs and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

Record/Playback Time

Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.

Tape Speed

Setting

SP (Standard Play)
LP (Long Play)
SLP (Super Long Play)

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Type of Video Cassette

T60

1 Hour
2 Hours
3 Hours 8 Hours

T120

2 Hour
4 Hours
6 Hours

T160

2 Hours

40 Minutes

5 Hours

20 Minutes

DST (Daylight Saving Time)

Unit auto adjusts clock for DST (Da ylight Saving Time.)

■■

■ Spring (First Sunday in April)

■■

DST : ON => Sets clock ahead one hour.

■■

■ Autumn (Last Sunday in October)

■■

DST : ON => Turns clock back one hour.

• If your area does not observe Daylight Saving
Time, select DST:OFF.

• Keep these time changes in mind when
programming the unit for timer recordings.

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards and Precautions / Safety Precautions ... 2,3

Before Using....................................................................................... 4

Unit Information ................................................................................. 4

Table of Contents ............................................................................... 5

Location of Controls........................................................................... 6

Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play) ................................. 8,9

Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time Zone Adjust............. 1 0,11

Playback a Tape .................................................................................12

Record On a Tape ..............................................................................12

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) .............................................................13

TV Operation .................................................................................... 14

MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System

TV Timer Features........................................................................ 16,17

Closed Caption System............................................................... 18,19

(For model PV-C2062 only).... 15

Initial Setup

Basic Operation

TV Operation

FM Radio ............................................................................................ 20

Picture Adjustment .......................................................................... 21

Timer Recording........................................................................... 22,23

Tape Operation........................................................................... 24~26

Special VCR Features................................................................. 27,28

V-Chip Control Feature.............................................................. 29~31

Cable Box Universal Remote Control Feature ......................... 32,33

On-Screen Display (OSD) ..................................................................34

Before Requesting Service ...............................................................35

Servicenter List ..................................................................................36

Limited Warranty ............................................................................... 37

Spanish Quick Use Guide / Guía para rápida consulta ........... 38,39

Timer Operation

Advanced Operation

For Your Information

Index.................................................................................................. BC

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Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons (Light Tower™ Illuminated Remote Control)

EJECT

Ejects tape.

PO WER

Turn on or off the unit.

FM/TV

Receives FM radio signal.

MUTE

Mutes the sound instantly.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

Selects a channel.

SELECT UP/DOWN

Control navigation around
on-screen menu.

ACTION

Displays Main Menu.

NUMBER Keys

Selects a channel directly.

PLAY

Begins playback.

REWIND/SEARCH

Rewinds tape, and searches
reverse scene.

PAUSE/SLOW

Pauses and slow motion
and frame advance picture.

SLEEP

Turns off the unit automatically.

AUDIO (For model PV-C2062 only)

Selects the desired auio mode.

CM SKIP/ZERO SEARCH

In Stop mode, goes to the
counter “0:00:00.“ In Play mode,
skips over 1 to 3 minutes of tape.

NITE

Color and picture intensity level are
adjusted during night time use.

SPEED

Selects recording speed.

STOP

Stops recording or playback.

Model PV-C2062
remote shown.

COMBO

Returns to COMBO mode.

LIGHT

See below .

DSS/CABLE

Sets the remote to control some
basic DDS or Cable box
functions.

RAPID TUNE

Displays the last channel
you were watching.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

Adjusts volume.

SET/BACK SPACE

Sets a selected menu, or goes
back to correct.

PROGRAM

Displays SET PROGRAM screen.
You can set Timer Program and
On-Timer.

TRACKING UP/DOWN

Reduces picture noise during
Playback and Slow Motion.

ADD/DELETE

Adds or deletes a channel.

FAST FORWARDS/
SEARCH

Fast f orw ards tape, and searches
forward scene.

DISPLAY/ENTER

Displays the VCR status and
clock.
In DSS or CABLE mode, it may be
necessary after channel selection.

TAPE POSITION

Finds out present tape position
and amount of tape remaining.

REC

Records the program.

SEARCH

Goes directly to the desired
recording. Locates end point of
recording.

Notes

• When LIGHT is pressed, available buttons in the selected mode light up and the selected mode button (COMBO
or DSSCABLE) flashes for 5 seconds. If no button is pressed, light goes out in 5 seconds to conserve batteries.
Also, by holding down a button, you can confirm the selected mode (mode button will flash) in the dark.

• When EJECT is pressed, the tape is ejected from Cassette Compartment.
If EJECT is pressed during recording, the unit will not respond to the command.

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COUNTER RESET

Resets to “0:00:00” at
the desired position.

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

POWER VOL CH

STOP/EJECT REW/

PLAY/REPEAT

FF/ REC TIMER/FM

ACTION

REC ON TIMER

PROG TIMER

Front View of the Unit and Indicators

Built-In Speaker
AUDIO VIDEO IN Jack

For dubbing.

POWER

See previous page.

VOLUME UP/DOWN
SET/BACK SPACE

See previous page.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN
TRACKING UP/DOWN
SELECT UP/DOWN

See previous page.

STOP/EJECT

See previous page.

ACTION

Press together with REW.

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

REWIND/SEARCH

See previous page.

ACTION

Press together with STOP.

PLAY

See previous page.

REPEAT

Repeats a recording.

FAST FORWARD/
SEARCH

See previous page.

REC

See previous page.

TIMER/FM

Sets a timer alarm up 60 min.
Enables FM Radio.

POWER VOL CH

STOP/EJECT REW/

ACTION

PLAY/REPEAT

FF/ REC TIMER/FM

REC ON TIMER

PROG TIMER

PHONES Jack

Connect an
earphone or
headphones.

PROG TIMER
Indicator

Lights when the
unit is set for
Timer Recording.

ON TIMER
Indicator

Lights when the
On-Timer is set.

REC Indicator

Lights during
recording.

Remote Sensor

See above.See
previous page.

Rear View of the Unit

AC P ower Plug

When plugged into an AC outlet, the unit
consumes 2.5 W of electric power in
OFF condition.

VHF/UHF

VHF/UHF Antenna Input Terminal

In from your Antenna or Cable.
Page 8

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Connections/ Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

COMPLETED

2 / 6/

2002

WED

12

PM

Please make all cable or antenna connections before powering on.

How to Connect

Connecting

For ANT./Cable
Connect the cable from
Antenna/Cable to the VHF/UHF
terminal on the unit.

V

H

VHF/UHF

IN from
ANT./CABLE

F

/

U

H

F

For DSS/Cable Box
Connect the OUT jack on your
cable box to the VHF/UHF
terminal on the unit with a RF
cable.

WARNING:

Overtightening "Nut type" RF coaxial cables
may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.

Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

Press Combo on the remote for Combo
mode.

Plug the unit power cord into an

1
2

AC wall outlet.
Press Power* on the remote or

unit. The unit comes on and auto
channel and clock set starts.

UNIT

3

VHF/UHF

Cable TV
Converter Box

VHF/UHF

V

H

F

/

U

H

F

IN from
ANT./CABLE

Settings are made
automatically. When setup is
done, this screen appears.

2 / 6 / 2002

SETT I NG : CH 1
A

WED 12 : 00PM

DST : O

UTO CLOCK SET

COMPLETED

N

0

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

• If you use a cable box, turn it on and set it to the
Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) channel in
your time zone. If you use a DSS reciever, it
must be turned off.

AUTO CLOCK SET
PROCEEDING

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CANCEL : PRESS STOP KEY

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If AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INCOMPLETE screen
appears, set the clock using
MANUAL CLOCK SET
procedure as below.

CLOC

WED

ACT I ON

K

12

DST : O

:

0000PM

N

SET

2 / 6/

2002

SESET COMPLETED

SET :
START

:

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

POWER VOL CH

STOP/EJECT REW/

PLAY/REPEAT

FF/ REC TIMER/FM

ACTION

REC ON TIMER

PROG TIMER

COMPLETED

2 / 6/

2002

WED

12

PM

*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the COMBO button

on the remote and try the button again.

Manual Clock Set

If AUTO CLOCK SET was incomplete, manually
set the clock as follows.

Press ACTION on the Remote to

1

2

display SET CLOCK Menu screen.

CLOC

K

DST

:

: ON

SET

1 / /

SESELE CT MONTHTH

SELECT :
SET :
END

:

ACT I ON

Press to select the month
and press to set. In the same
manner, select and set the date,
year, time, and DST. (Daylight
Saving Time)

CLOC

SET

2 / 6/

2002

SESET COMPLETED

K

WED

12

DST : O

:

0000PM

N

Reset all unit Memory Functions

When moving unit to a new location, or if a
mistake was made in the Initial Setup section.

• Make sure a tape is not inserted in the unit.

POWER VOL CH

STOP/EJECT REW/

FF/ REC TIMER/FM

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

Turn the unit

1

Power on.

Press and hold both PLAY and

2

FF on the unit for more than 5

PLAY/REPEAT

ACTION

seconds.

• The power will shut off .

• Please ignore “NO CASSETTE” warning.

Do “Initial Setup” on page 8.

3

PROG TIMER

REC ON TIMER

Initial Setup

3

ACTION

SET :
START

:

ACT I ON

Press ACTION twice to start
CLOCK and exit.

POWER

SELECT/SET

:CH UP
:CH DOWN
:VOL UP
:VOL DOWN

Note to CABLE System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the
CABLE (Cable TV) System Installers
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.

Model PV-C2062 remote shown.

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Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time

2 / 6/

2002

WED

12

PM

HOUR

M A I N MENU

1

SELECT :
SET : ACT I ON

T V

C H

VCR

CLOC

K

Language

2

1) Press to
select language
icon.

M A I N MENU

T V

T V

C H

SELECT :
SET : ACT I ON

2) Press ACTION
repeatedly.

CANAL

ELEG I R :

F I JAR :

T

SEL. :
REGLER : ACT I O

T V

T V

C H

SELECT :
SET : ACT I ON

3) Press to
select “EXIT.”
Press ACTION to
exit.

VCR

CLOC

MENU

PR I NC I PAL

T V

T V

REL OJ

ACT I O

VCR

For Spanish

MEN

ELE

MAGNET .

HORLOGECANAL

For French

M A I N MENU

VCR

CLOC

For English

LANGUAGE

EX I T

LANGUAGE

K

N

U

BONJOUR

N

LANGUAGE

K

EX I T

H

O L A

IDIOMA

SAL I

GU

LAN

SORT I E

H

ELL

O

EX I T

Press ACTION*

to display MAIN MENU.

Channels

1) Press to
select “CH.”

M A I N MENU

T V

C H

SELECT :
SET : ACT I ON

2) Press ACTION.

ANTANT

ENNENNA

AUTO SET
CHANNEL CAPT I ON
W

EAK S I GNAL

SELECT :
SET

: SET

END

: ACT I ON

R

3) Press to select
“ANTENNA,” then
press to set your
antenna system
(“TV” or “CABLE”).

E

4) Press to select
“AUTO SET,” then
press .

• After Channel Auto Set is

finished, Clock Auto Set
will be performed. (If clock
is set manually, Clock
Auto Set will not be
performed.)

VCR

CLOC

SET UP CHA

: : CABLEABLE

D I

K

SPLAY : OFF

LANGUAGE

EX I T

NNE

L

Clock

1) Press to
select “CLOCK.”

M A I N MENU

VCR

CLOC

K

CLOC

WED

LANGUAGE

EX I T

JUS

T :

K

:

12

0000PM

DST : O

0

N

T V

C H

C H

SELECT :
SET : ACT I ON

2) Press ACTION.

(“TIME ZONE ADJUST”

SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET

MANUNU

ALAL

T I M

E ZONE AD

SELECT :
SET
END

:

: ACT I ON

appears only when auto
clock is set.)

3)Press to select
“MANUAL” or
“AUTO CLOCK
SET” and press .

• For Auto Clock Set,

select “AUTO CLOCK
SET,” then press “SET”.

SET

2 / 6/

2002

SESELE CT

HOUR

SELECT :
SET :
START

:

ACT I ON

4)Press and
press to select
and set the month,
date, year, time,
and DST (Daylight
Saving Time).

5) Press ACTION
twice to start the
clock and exit this
mode.

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STOP/EJECT

REW/

ACTION

*Important:

If a remote control button does not
work when pressed, press the
COMBO button on the remote and
try the button again.

Time Zone Adjust

(Only when Auto Clock is set.)

1) Press to
select “CLOCK.”

M A I N MENU

VCR

CLOC

LANGUAGE

K

EX I T

T V

C H

C H

SELECT :
SET : ACT I ON

2) Press ACTION.

SET CLOCK

POWER

ACTION

SELECT/SET

:CH UP
:CH DOWN
:VOL UP
:VOL DOWN

Basic Operation

NUMBER Keys

ADD/DLT

Model PV-C2062
remote shown.

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANU

AL

T I M

E E

ZOZONE

AD

JUSJUS

T T :

SELECT :
SET
END

:
: ACT I ON

3) Press to
select TIME ZONE
ADJUST and
press or to
subtract or add
hour(s) as
necessary.

SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANU

AL

T I M

E E

ZOZONE

SELECT :
SET
END

:
: ACT I ON

AD

JUSJUS

T T :

4)Press ACTION
twice to exit.

+1+1

ACTION key on

0

the unit

STOP/EJECT

REW/

ACTION

On Unit

You can operate the
menu screen using
unit buttons. To display
the menu, press ST OP/
EJECT and REW
together with no tape
inserted. To exit the
menu, repeat above
with or without tape
inserted until nor mal
screen appears.

Using keys

VOLVOL CHCH

On Remote

On Unit

: CH UP

: CH DO WN
: VOLUME UP
: V OLUME DO WN

Whenever the menu or
program screen is displayed,
CHANNEL UP/DOWN function
as
DOWN function as

and VOLUME UP/

only.

Add or Delete a Channel

To add channel:

Select channel with
number keys and
press ADD/DLT.

To delete channel:

Select channel with
CH
and press ADD/DLT.

or number keys

C

HANNEL

08 ADDED

C

HANNEL

08 DELE T

ED

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Playback a Tape

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

POWER VOL CH

STOP/EJECT REW/

PLAY/REPEAT

FF/ REC TIMER/FM

ACTION

REC ON TIMER

PROG TIMER

Record On a Tape

Ready Check List

All connections are made.
Your unit is plugged in.

Insert a cassette.

1

Record
tab

To prevent tape jam,

remove loose or peeling
labels from tapes.

• The unit power comes
on automatically.

Press PLAY*

2

• Playback begins if cassette has no record
tab.

■ Forward/Reverse scene search

=>Press FF or REW
=> Press again or PLAY to release.

■ Still (Freeze) picture

=>Press PAUSE/SLOW
=> Press PLAY to release.

■ Slow Motion picture

=> Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in

Still mode

=> Press PLAY to release.

■ Frame by Frame picture

=> Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode
=> Press PLAY to release.

Notes

• These features work best in SLP mode.

• After the unit is in Still or Slow mode for 3
minutes, it will switch to Stop mode automatically
to protect the tape and the video head.

Insert a cassette with record tab.

• The unit power comes on automatically.

1

Press CH or number keys
to Select Channel.

2

• For “LINE” input, see bottom of next page.

Press SPEED to select recording

3

speed (see page 4).

SP = Standard Play
LP = Long Play
SLP = Super Long Play

• Selected speed is displayed.

Press REC to start recording.

• To edit out unwanted portions, press

4

■ Stop => Press STOP

■ One Touch Recording (OTR)

Notes

• After the unit has been in Rec Pause mode for
5 minutes, it will stop automatically to protect
the tape and the video head.

• The remaining recording time of an OTR can be
displayed by pressing DISPLAY.

PAUSE/SLOW to pause and resume
recording.

• You cannot view another channel during
recording.

Press REC repeatedly
to set the recording
length ( 30 mi n - 4 hours).

• The unit stops recording at a preset time.

• PROG TIMER indicator lights on the unit.

Normal Rec

4:00

3:00

0:30

2:00

1:30

1:00

■ Stop => Press STOP

■ Rewind tape => Press REW in Stop mode

■ Fast forward tape =>

Press FF in Stop mode

■ Eject tape => Press EJECT on the remote or
STOP/EJECT on the unit

You can operate on the unit

CH

Insert a cassette.

POWER VOL CH

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

Press to stop and/or eject tape

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PLAY

REC

STOP/EJECT REW/

FF/ REC TIMER/FM

PLAY/REPEAT

ACTION

PROG TIMER

REC ON TIMER

REC Indicator

Model PV-C2062
remote shown.