Panasonic OmniVision PV-DM2092-K Operating Instructions Manual

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect,
operate, or adjust this product. Please save this manual.

LSQT0613A

TV / DVD / VCR Combination

Operating Instructions

Model No. PV-DM2092-K

• Initial Setup and Connection Procedures are on pages 11 to 17.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product or
product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Initial Setup

TV Operation

Basic Operation

Timer Operation

For Your Information

Advanced Operation

Ability to play back may depend
on recording conditions.

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

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INSTALLATION

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from power source indicated on unit
or in this manual. If uncertain, have 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 only one way. If it cannot be
fully inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have
an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
tamper with the plug.

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:

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

3 POWER CORD

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

- Keep power cord away from heating appliances
and walking traffic. Do not rest heavy objects on,
or roll such objects over the power cord.

- Do not tamper with the cord in any way.

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

- Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords are
fire hazards.

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

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated during operation. If blocked, heat
build-up may result in a fire hazard or heat
damage to cassettes or discs.
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 built-in installation, such as a book case

or rack, unless properly ventilated.

5

AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place unit over or near a heater or radiator,
in direct sunlight, inside closed vehicles,
in high temperature [over 95 °F (35 °C)], or in over
75% humidity. If unit is suddenly moved from a
cold place to a warm one, moisture may
condense in unit and on the tape causing
damage. Never subject unit to vibration, impact,
or place it so that the surface is tilted as internal
parts may be seriously damaged.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

• 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.
Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause objects to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating instructions.

USING THE UNIT

Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location,
refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.

1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR

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

2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

STRONG IMPACT, unplug unit and have it inspected

by a qualified service technician before use.

3 ELECTRICAL STORMS

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, odours, or noises.
Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected by a
service technician to avoid potential fire and shock hazards.

•

Never drop or push any object through openings in unit.
T ouching internal parts may cause electric shock or fire hazard.
Do not put any foreign object on the tray.

• Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from
unit to avoid electrical interference.

5 USING ACCESSORIES

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

6 CLEANING UNIT

Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to
gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids,
aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into unit and
cause electrical shock. Any substance, such as wax, adhesive
tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy,
humid, or dusty areas may adversely aff ect internal parts.

READ AND RET AIN ALL SAFETY AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON UNIT

SERVICE

1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF

If, after carefully following detailed operating instructions, the
unit does not operate properly , do not attempt to open or
remove covers, or make any 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 manufacturer, or have equal safety characteristics
as original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING

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

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

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)

NEC

- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INST ALLATION

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. Part 1 of the
Canadian Electrical Code, in
U.S.A. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code.
ANSI/NFPA 70 provides
information regarding proper
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 VOLTAGE

POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS

Locate an outside antenna system well away from power
lines and electric light or power circuits so it will never
touch these power sources should it ever fall. When
installing antenna, absolutely never touch power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.

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Safety Precautions

W ARNING:

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

CAUTION : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, full y insert.

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.

CAUTION:

UNIT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.
HOWEVER THIS UNIT USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD
CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE
SURE TO OPERATE THE UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.

WHEN THIS UNIT IS PLUGGED TO THE WALL OUTLET, DO NOT
PLACE YOUR EYES CLOSE TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY
AND OTHER OPENINGS TO LOOK INSIDE THIS UNIT.

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 ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE
UNIT YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CAUTION:

LASER RADIATION WHEN
OPEN. DO NOT STARE
INTO BEAM.

(Inside of product)

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.

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

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

Region Management Information

Region Management Information: This unit is designed and
manufactured to respond to the Region Management
Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region
number described on the DVD disc does not correspond to
the Region number of this unit, this unit cannot play this disc.

The Region number
for this unit is 1.

1

This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and other components 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.>

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Before Using

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.

Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.

PV-DM2092-K

Serial No.

Remote Control
LSSQ0302

Batteries 2 “AA”

Accessories

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

1)Open the cover.

3)Close the cover.

2)Insert batteries
as marked.

Break off the tab
to protect.

Record Tab

Screw driver

Cover the hole
with cellophane tape.

To record again.

Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

Loading the Batteries

Record/Playback Time

Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.

SP (Standard Play)

2 Hours

40 Minutes

1 Hour

2 Hours

5 Hours

20 Minutes

2 Hours 4 Hours

LP (Long Play)

3 Hours

6 Hours

8 HoursSLP

(Super Long Play)

Type of Video Cassette

Tape Speed

Setting

T160T120T60

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Table of Contents

Initial Setup

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

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

Information (Unit, Cassette, Disc)................................................... 6 - 7

Location of Controls ..................................................................... 8 - 11

Connections ............................................................................... 11 - 13

Initial Setup .................................................................................. 14, 15

Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time Zone Adjust............... 16, 17

TV / VCR

Timer Operation

Timer Recording .......................................................................... 30, 31

TV / VCR

TV Operation

TV Operation ..................................................................................... 2 2

MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System .................................................. 23

Closed Caption System ............................................................... 24, 25

TV Timer Features ............................................................................. 26

On-Screen Display (OSD) ................................................................. 27

FM Radio ..................................................................................... 28, 29

TV / VCR

Basic Operation

Playback a Tape................................................................................ 18

Record On a Tape ............................................................................. 18

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) ............................................................. 1 9

TV / VCR

Basic DVD Operation .................................................................. 20, 21

DVD

For Y our Information

Before Requesting Service ......................................................... 64, 65

Warning and Instruction Displays ..................................................... 66

Warranty/Servicentre List .................................................................. 6 7

Index ............................................................................................ 68, 69

Settings for DVD Operation ........................................................ 60 - 62

Language Code List .......................................................................... 6 3

Advanced Operation

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

Tape Operation........................................................................... 34 - 37

Special VCR Features................................................................. 38, 39

V-Chip Control Feature .............................................................. 40 - 45

Audio Features ............................................................................ 46, 47

Video / Audio Menu ........................................................................... 48

Video / Audio Adjustment .................................................................. 49

TV / VCR

Disc Operation............................................................................ 50 - 54

DVD Operation using On-Screen Displays................................ 55 - 57

MP3 Playback Operation ................................................................... 5 8

DVD Lock Feature ............................................................................. 59

Initial Setup

TV Operation

Basic Operation

Timer Operation

For Your Information

DVD

Advanced Operation

TV / VCR

DVD

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Information (Unit, Cassette, Disc)

V I DE

O

HEADS MAY

NEED C

LEAN I NG

PL

EASE

I

NSERT HEAD

C

LEAN I NG CASSETTE

OR

REFER TO MANUAL

END : PLAY

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

Display

Picture T ube: 20 inch measured diagonally

90° deflection Picture Tube

VCR

Video Recording System:

4 rotary heads helical
scanning system

Audio Track: 1 track (Normal)

2 channel
(Hi-Fi Audio Sound)

Tuner

Broadcast Channels: VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 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 Source: 120V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: Approx. 130 watts (Power On)

Approx. 3.5 watts (Power Off)
Television System: EIA Standard NTSC colour
Speaker: 2 pieces
Operating Temperature: 5 °C ~ 35 °C (41 °F ~ 95 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75%
Weight: 27 kg (59.4 lbs.)
Dimensions: 604 (W) x 523 (H) x 508 (D) mm

23-13/16

” (W) x 20-9/16” (H)

x 20” (D)

Discs played

(1) DVD-VIDEO disc 5” (12 cm) single-sided,

single-layer

5” (12 cm) single-sided,

double-layer

5” (12 cm) double-sided,

double-layer

(one layer per side)

3” (8 cm) single-sided,

single-layer

3” (8 cm) single-sided,

double-layer

3” (8 cm) double-sided,

double-layer

(one layer per side)
(2) Compact disc 5” (12 cm) disc

(CD-DA, VIDEO CD) 3 ” (8 cm) disc

(3) MP 3

Digital audio output:

Optical digital output: Optical connector
Pickup: Wavelength:

655 nm (DVD)

790 nm (Video CD/CD)

Laser power: CLASS II

Note : Designs and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

SpecificationsHead Cleaning

Unit auto adjusts clock for DST (Daylight Saving Time.)

DST (Daylight 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 (see “Clock” on pages
16 and 17).

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

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.

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.

• Use “dry” type head 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 Servicentre or authorized
Servicentre. (See Page 67.)

Head Clog Sensor

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

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Initial Setup

Definition of Terms

Angle

Some DVD discs feature scenes simultaneously
shot from different angles. The ANGLE button can be
used to view the scene from different angles.
(ANGLE Indicator lights up on the unit when a scene
recorded at different angles is detected.)

Chapter Number

Titles are subdivided into numbered sections. You can
quickly search for a favourite scene using these numbers.

DVD

A high-density optical disc on which high-quality
pictures and sound have been digitally recorded.
DVD incorporates new video compression technology
(MPEG II) and high-density recording technology
which allow entire movies to be recorded with
incredible playback quality.

Playback Control

With Video CD (version 2.0), scenes or information
may be selected for viewing or listening from an
interactive menu that appears on the TV screen.

Subtitles

Written dialogue which appears at the bottom of the screen.

Time Number

The elapsed play time from the start of a disc or title.
Use to quickly find scenes.

(May not work with some discs.)

Title Number

For DVD discs with two or more titles, the title is
numbered as title 1, title 2, etc.

Track Number

Numbers assigned to tracks on Video CDs and CDs
to allow specific tracks to be quickly located.

Video CD

CD containing picture and sound with same quality
level as video tape. This unit also supports Video
CDs with playback control (version 2.0).

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216,
and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only.

If disc is brought from a cold to a warm
environment, moisture may form on the disc

Wipe away moisture with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth
before using disc. (See above.)

Improper disc storage

Discs could be damaged if stored or left in areas:

• exposed to direct sunlight.

• that are humid or dusty.

• near heat (i.e. heater, radiator, etc.).

Disc Handling

Disc tray

Disc

Handling precautions

• Only hold disc by edges as shown.
Fingerprints, dirt, and scratches
can cause skipping and distortion.

• Do not write on label
side of disc.

• Never use record
cleaning sprays, benzine,
thinner, static electricity
prevention liquids, or any
other solvent.

• Be careful not to drop or
bend disc.

• Do not place more than
1 disc on disc tray.

• Do not try to close disc
tray when disc is not
properly placed.

• Always store discs in their
proper cases when
not in use.

To clean disc surface

With a soft, damp (water only) cloth, gently wipe from
the centre hole to the outer edge as shown below.
(Wiping in a circular pattern will scratch the surface.)

This product incorporates copyright protection technology
that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. Patents
and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

Disc formats supported by this unit

The unit can play back discs bearing any of
the following marks:

Discs which cannot be played with this unit

• DVD with Region No. other than “1” or “ALL”

• DVD of PAL system • CD-ROM

• D VD-RAM • CDV

• DVD-R O M • CD-G

• Do not try to play a Photo CD.

DVD

3” (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc

Video CD

3” (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc

CD

3” (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc

MP3

is a registered trademark.

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Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons

SKIP

STILL/PAUSE

MENU

Displays DVD menu.

screen. In Stop mode, goes to the counter
3 minutes of tape.

“0:00:00”. In Play mode, skips

over 1 to

DVD

Sets to DVD mode.

LIGHT

See next page.

DSS/CABLE

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

FM

Receives FM radio signal.

VOLUME UP/DO WN

Adjusts volume.

RAPID TUNE

Displays the last channel
you were watching.

ADD/DELETE/CLEAR

Adds or deletes a channel.
Cancels an item on the screen.

SUB TITLE

Selects a different subtitle language.

DISPLAY/ENTER

Displays the TV status and clock.
In DVD mode, displays disc and
unit information.
In DSS or CABLE mode, it may be
necessary after channel selection.

PROGRAM

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

FF/SLOW+

Fast forwards tape and forward
visual search. Increases slow
motion speed in Still mode.

ZOOM/COUNTER RESET

Enlarges specific portions of DVD
picture. Resets to “0:00:00” at
desired portion of tape.

REC

Records a program.

STOP

Stops recording or playback.

RETURN/SPEED

Returns to DVD menu screen.
Selects recording speed of tape.

EJECT/OPEN/CLOSE

See next page.

POWER

Tur ns the unit on or off.

TV/VCR

Sets to TV/VCR mode.

MUTE

Mutes the sound instantly.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

Selects a channel.

SURROUND

Creates a deeper, 3-D sound effect.

NUMBER Keys

Selects a channel directly.

ANGLE

Selects the desired angle
in DVD mode.

AUDIO

Selects the desired audio mode.

TITLE

Selects the desired title by number
on some DVDs.

SELECT

Controls navigation around
on-screen menu.

ACTION

Displays Main Menu.

SET

Sets a selected menu.

REW/SLOW-

Rewinds tape and searches reverse
scene. Decreases slow motion
speed in Still mode.

Pauses picture in Play mode and
frame advance picture in Still mode.

PLAY

Begins

/CM SKIP/ZERO SEARCH

Skips one chapter or track. Goes to next

playback.

SKIP /SEARCH

Skips back one chapter or track. Goes to
previous menu screen. Goes directly
to the desired recording. Locates end
point of recording.

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Universal Light Tower® Illuminated Remote Control

LIGHT button:

When LIGHT is pressed, (DVD, TV/VCR, DSS/CABLE, CH UP/DOWN, VOL UP/DOWN)
buttons will light for 5 seconds for easy button location.
If no button is pressed in 5 seconds, the light goes out to conserve the batteries.

EJECT/OPEN/CLOSE button:

When this button is pressed in TV-VCR mode, the tape is ejected.
This button is inoperative if pressed during recording.
If pressed in DVD mode, the disc tray opens or closes.

Indicators on the Front Panel

Initial Setup

Pg. 51

ANGLE Indicator

Lights up when a scene
recorded at a different
angles is detected.
(DVD only).

PROG TIMER Indicator

Lights up when the unit is set for Timer Recording.
It flashes when a Timer Recording has been set
with no tape inserted, the clock is not set,
or the tape is in motion.

Pg. 30
Lights up when the On Timer is set.
Pg. 26

REC Indicator

Lights up during recording.
In Rec Pause or OTR
Pause mode, the Indicator
flashes.
Pg. 18

Remote Sensor

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Location of Controls (continued)

Front View of the unit

Built In Speaker (✕ 2)

If the disc cannot be removed,

First unplug unit.
Then, prepare a rigid wire (e.g. an
extended paper clip, etc.) and, applying
moderate force, insert it straight into the
hole at the base of the tray. The tray will
eject a little. Now, pull the tray all the way
out and remove the disc.

Disc Tray

Cassette Compartment

Phones Jack

Connect an earphone
or headphones.

Audio/Video Input Connector

Connect from other component.

POWER (See page 8.)
STOP (See page 8.)
PAUSE (See page 8.)
PLAY (See page 8.)
SKIP (See page 8.)
SKIP (See page 8.)
OPEN/CLOSE (See page 8.)

REC (See page 8.)

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

(See page 8.)

PLAY/REPEAT

(See page 8.)

REWIND/SEARCH

(See page 8.)

STOP/EJECT (See page 8.)

TV/FM (See page 8.)

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

TRACKING UP/DOWN

(See page 8.)

VOLUME UP/DOWN (See page 8.)

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Rear View of the unit

AC Power Plug

When plugged into an AC outlet,
this unit consumes 3.5 W of
electric power in OFF condition.

VHF/UHF Antenna
Input Terminal

See below.

Audio Output

Connector (L/R)

Pg. 12

Optical digital audio

output connector

Pg. 13

Initial Setup

Connections

For ANT./Cable
Connect the cable from

Antenna/Cable to the VHF/UHF
terminal on the unit.

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.

IN

from

ANT./CABLE

Cable TV
Converter Box

VHF/UHF

VHF/UHF

VHF/UHF

IN from
ANT./CABLE

VHF/UHF

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Connections (continued)

Amplifier

Unit

Speaker

Speaker

AUDIO OUT
R L

R L

AUDIO IN

Notes on audio output from the optical digital
audio output connector

Enjoying digital audio output from the
digital audio output connector

*1 The type of audio output from the connector can be

selected by the Settings for DVD Operation. (See
page 61.)

*2 Sound having 96 kHz sampling is conve r ted into 48

kHz sampling when it is output from the unit’s optical
digital audio output connector.

For your reference:

• Dolby Digital is a digital sound compression technique
developed by the Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Supporting 5.1-channel surround sound,
as well as stereo (2-channel) sound, this technique
enables a large quantity of sound data to be efficiently
recorded on a disc.

• Linear PCM is a signal recording format used in CDs.
While CDs are recorded in 44.1 kHz/16 bit, DVDs are
recorded in 48 kHz/16 bit up to 96 kHz/24 bit.

• If you have a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, you
will obtain the full benefit of Pro Logic from the same
DVD movies that provide full 5.1 channel Dolby Digital
soundtracks, as well as from titles with the Dolby
Surround mark. For information on Panasonic or
Technics Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound Decoders
please contact your local dealer.

Ready Checklist

Turn down the volume, then turn this unit, as well
as other equipment to be connected, off before
proceeding with connection.
Do not block ventilation holes of any equipment
and arrange them so that air can circulate freely.
Read through the instructions before connecting
other equipment.
Ensure that you observe the colour coding when
connecting audio and video cables.

Disc

DVD

Video
CD

CD
MP3

Sound
recording
format

Dolby Digital
Linear PCM

(48/96 kHz
16/20/24 bit)
dts

MPEG 1
Linear PCM
MP3

Optical digital audio
output from connector

Dolby Digital bitstream
(1-5.1 ch) or OFF (no
output)*

1

Linear PCM (2ch)
(48 kHz sampling/16 bit
only)*

2

or no output*

1

Bitstream or no output*

1

PCM
(44.1 kHz sampling)
Linear PCM
(44.1 kHz sampling)
Linear PCM
(It depends on the MP3 file)

■ Unit

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Amplifier

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Speaker

Audio connections

Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.
© 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights
reserved.

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Initial Setup

Unit

Optical digital audio
cable (optional)

Dolby Digital Decorder/
dts processing (optional)

Amplifier

Centre speaker

Front
Speaker

Front

Speaker

Subwoofer

Surround
speaker

Surround

speaker

■ Unit

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Dolby Digital Decoder

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Amplifier

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Speaker

or

Unit

➛➛

➛➛

➛ dts (digital theatre systems) Decoder

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Amplifier

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Speaker

When DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital or dts are played, Dolby Digital bitstream or dts
bitstream is output from the unit Optical digital audio output connector. When the unit is
connected to a Dolby Digital decoder or dts decoder, you can enjoy theatre-quality audio in
your home. [An optical digital audio cable (optional) is required when an optional Dolby
Digital decoder or dts decoder is used.]

Notes on connecting an Optical
digital audio cable (optional)

• Firmly connect the cable to the
connector.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Caution for optical digital audio
output connector:

• When connecting an amplifier (with
an Optical digital input connector)
which does not contain the Dolby
Digital or dts decoder, be sure to
select “OFF” at “Dolby Digital” and
“OFF” at “dts” of the Settings for
DVD Operation “AUDIO OUTPUT”
(see page 61). Otherwise, any
attempt to play DVDs may cause
such a high level of noise that it may
be harmful to your ears and damage
your speakers.

• When a dts decoder is connected,
please select “Bitstream” at “dts” of
the Settings for DVD Operation
“AUDIO OUTPUT”. If “OFF” is
selected, there will be no sound.
(See page 61).

• Video CDs and CDs can be played
as normal.

Note:

• Some dts decoders which do not
support DVD-dts Interface may not
work properly with the unit.

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Plug the unit power cord into an AC wall outlet.

Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

1

3

Press on the remote for TV-VCR mode.

2

• 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 receiver, it must be turned off.

ACTION

TV-VCR

SELECT

SET

POWER

Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

Please make all cable or antenna connections before powering on.

Press POWER* on the remote or unit. The unit
comes on and auto channel and clock set starts.

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

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

PROCEEDING

AUTO CLOCK SET

CANCEL : PRESS STOP KEY

If AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE
screen appears, set the clock using MANUAL
CLOCK SET procedure on next page.

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
P

R

ESS I NG ACT I ON KEY

A

UTO CLOCK SET

I S I NCO

MPL

ETE

2 / 6 /

2002

WED 12 : 00PM

DST : O

N

A

UTO CLOCK SET

CO

MPL

ETED

SETT I NG : CH 1

0

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Initial Setup

*

Important:

If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the 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
display SET CLOCK Menu screen.

1

SET :

SET

SELECT :
END

:

ACT I ON

SET CLOCK

DST

: ON

SELE CT MONTH

Press to select the month and
press SET to set. In the same

manner, select and set the date,
year, time, and DST. (Daylight
Saving Time)

2

Press ACTION twice to start
CLOCK and exit.

3

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.

Turn the unit
Power on.

1

Press and hold both PLAY and FF
on the unit for more than 5
seconds.

• The power will shut off.

• Please ignore “NO CASSETTE” warning.

2

Perform “Initial Setup” on page 14.

3

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.

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Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time Z

3) Press to select
“MANUAL,” then
press SET.

(For Auto Clock Set,
select “AUTO CLOCK
SET,” and press SET.)

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

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

• After Channel Auto

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

(“TIME ZONE ADJUST”

appears only when
auto clock is set.)

1) Press
to select
language icon.

2) Press SET
repeatedly.

Language

Channels

Clock

Press ACTION*

to display MAIN MENU.

3) Press ACTION
to exit.

1) Press to
select “CH.”

2) Press SET.

1) Press to
select “CLOCK.”

2) Press SET.

SET :

SET

BACK :

END

:

ACT I ON

SET

CLOC

K

DST

: ON

2 / 6/

:

2002

WED

12

00

PM

SELE CT

HOUR

SELECT :

1

2

For English

For Spanish

For French

M A I N MENU

DVD

LOCK

CH

CLOC

K

TV

LANGUAGE

END : ACT I ON

SELECT :

SET : SET

5

3

1

M A I N MENU

DVD

LOCK

CH

CLOC

K

TV

LANGUAGE

END : ACT I ON

SELECT :

SET : SET

5

3

1

MENU PR I NCIPAL

DVD

BLOQUEO

CANAL

RELOJTV

ID I OMA

TERM I NAR :

ACT I ON

ELEG I R :

F I

JAR : SET

5

3

1

HOLA

MENU

DVD

BLOCAGE

CANAL

HORLOGETELE

LANGUE

FIN :

ACT I ON

SEL. :

REGLER : SET

5

3

1

BONJOUR

M A I N MENU

DVD

LOCK

CH

CLOC

K

TV

LANGUAGE

END : ACT I ON

SELECT :

SET : SET

5

3

1

HELLO

M A I N MENU

DVD

LOCK

CH

CLOC

K

TV

LANGUAGE

END : ACT I ON

SELECT :

SET : SET

5

3

1

ANT

ENNA

: CABLE

A

UTO SE

T
CHANNEL CAPT I ON
W

EAK S I GNAL

D I

SPLAY : OFF

SELECT :
SET

: SET

END

: ACT I ON

SET UP CHA

NNE

L

AUTO CLOCK SET

MANU

AL

T I M

E ZONE AD

JUS

T :

0

SELECT :
SET

: SET

END

: ACT I ON

SET CLOCK

M A I N MENU

DVD

LOCK

CH

CLOC

K

TV

LANGUAGE

END : ACT I ON

SELECT :

SET : SET

5

3

1

<Example MANUAL
CLOCK SET screen>

Continued on the
next page.

17

Initial Setup

4)Press and
press SET to select

and set the month,
date, year, time, and
DST (Daylight Saving

Time)

.

To Make Corrections,

repeatedly press
to move to error, then
correct.

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

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

4)Press ACTION
twice to exit.

•“TIME ZONE ADJUST”

returns to “0” if clock is
set manually.

(Only when Auto Clock is set.)

Add or Delete a Channel

Time Zone Adjust

1) Press to
select “CLOCK.”

2) Press SET.

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANU

AL

T I M

E ZONE AD

JUS

T :

0

SELECT :
SET

:

END

: ACT I ON

SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANU

AL

T I M

E ZONE AD

JUS

T :

+1

SELECT :
SET

:

END

: ACT I ON

SET CLOCK

C

HANNEL

08 ADDED

To add channel:
Select channel with number

keys and press ADD/DLT.

*

Important:

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

M A I N MENU

DVD

LOCK

CH

CLOC

K

TV

LANGUAGE

END : ACT I ON

SELECT :

SET : SET

5

3

1

ADD/DLT

SELECT
SET

ACTION

NUMBER
keys

C

HANNEL

08 DELE T

ED

To delete channel:
Select channel with CH
or number keys and press

ADD/DLT.

Time Zone Adjust

18

Operation using unit buttons

REC Indicator

Insert a tape.

Record On a Tape

Play Back a Tape

1

Insert a tape.

Press PLAY* to play a tape.

2

• The unit power comes
on automatically.

To prevent tape jam,

remove loose or peeling
labels from tapes.

■ Forward/Reverse scene search

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press FF/SLOW+ or REW/SLOW-.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press again or PLAY to release.

■ Still (Freeze) picture

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press STILL/PAUSE.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press PLAY to release.

■ Slow Motion picture

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press FF/SLOW+ (increases speed) or

REW/SLOW- (decreases speed) in
Still mode.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press PLAY to release.

■ Frame by Frame picture

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press STILL/PAUSE in Still mode.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press PLAY to release.

Record
tab

■ Stop

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press STOP

■ Rewind tape

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press REW/SLOW-

in Stop mode

■ Fast forward tape

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press FF/SLOW+

in Stop mode

■ Eject tape

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press EJECT on the remote

or STOP/EJECT on the unit

• These features work best in SP or 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.

Ready Checklist

All connections are made.
Your unit is plugged in.

Press CH or number keys to
Select Channel.

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

2
3

4

Press SPEED to select recording
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
STILL/PAUSE to pause and resume

recording.

• You cannot view another channel during
recording.

• 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.

■ Stop

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press STOP

■ One Touch Recording (OTR)

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

• The unit stops recording at a preset time.

• PROG TIMER Indicator lights on the unit.

Normal Rec

0:30 1:00

1:302:003:004:00

1

Insert a tape with record tab.

• The unit power comes on automatically.

Notes

CH

REC

Press to stop
and/or eject tape.

PLAY/REPEAT

Notes

EJECT

SELECT

SET

DISPLAY

FF/SLOW+

REW/SLOW-

STOP
REC

STILL/

PAUSE

ACTION

SPEED

CH
CH

• It is not possible to record from DVD/

Video CD/CD to VHS tape using this unit.

PLAY

NUMBER
keys

• If tape has no record tab (see page 4),
auto play begins.

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Basic Operation

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing)

• Unauthorized exchanging and/or
copying of copyrighted recordings
may be copyright infringement.

• Please note that some tapes
cannot be dubbed on this unit.
Also, it is not possible to dub
DVD/Video CD/CD to VHS tape
using this unit.

Playback (Source)

1

Recording (Editing) unit

Insert pre­recorded tape.

Insert blank tape
with record tab.

• Dubbing tapes protected
with Copy Guard will have

poor quality results.

2

3

4

5

Press PLAY, then
press PAUSE at

starting point to put
in Standby mode.

Press PLAY

to start dubbing.

Press STOP

to stop dubbing.

Select “LINE” mode.

See “Selecting Input Mode” below.

Press REC, then
press STILL/PAUSE

immediately to put
in Standby mode.

Press STILL/PAUSE

to start dubbing.

Press STOP

to stop dubbing.

Selecting Input Mode

Method 1:
Press CH . The display will change as follows.

Method 2:
a Press ACTION for MAIN MENU.
b Press to select “TV”, then press SET

for SET UP TV screen.

c Press to select “INPUT SELECT,” and

then press SET to select “TUNER” or “LINE.”

d Press ACTION twice to exit this mode.

1

2

3

125LINE

(CABLE)

69

(TV)

or

Caution

STOP

Connections you’ll need to make

L-AUDIO IN-RVIDEO IN

Recording (Editing) unit

OUT

IN

IN FROM

ANT.

OUT TO

TV

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

Playing (Source) VCR

MONO

(Perform operation of steps 4 and 5 on both units at same time.)

*

Important:

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

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4

Press or
number key(s) (see

below) to select title
and press SET to
play.

Basic DVD Operation

Ready Checklist

All connections are made. (See pages 11-13.)
Your unit is plugged in.
If unit is connected to an audio amplifier,

turn the stereo system’s power on.

1

Press POWER* on the remote or unit.

Insert a disc.

• If a disc is already inserted, go to step 3.
(Depending on the disc, playback may start
automatically.)

1) Press OPEN/CLOSE.

2) Place disc into disc tray.

2

Press PLAY to start play.

Disc tray closes automatically.

3

CLOSE

READING

If an interactive DVD*1 or a
Video CD with playback
control*

2

is used and a TITLE

MENU appears, go to step 4.

• You may also close the tray
by pressing OPEN/CLOSE.

• Data reading time differs with
each disc.

1

2

• Hold disc by its edges only
(page 7

) with printed side up

and

use guides to place into

tray. Use

3”(8 cm) or

5” (12 cm) disc.

*1Interactive DVD...

May include multiple camera angles,
stories, etc.

*2Video CD with playback control...

Particular scenes or information can be
interactively selected from a menu that
appears on the screen.

Operation using unit buttons

Press PLAY.

Insert disc.

Press
OPEN/CLOSE.

2

•

63

2

Press STOP.

5

Press POWER.

1

<Example> 1 digit number 1 ••• 1

2 digit number 12 ••• 10➛1➛2
3 digit number 123 •••100➛1➛2➛3

Press SKIP | or | to go to next or previous menu screen.

• SKIP function not available with all discs.
Please refer to disc jacket for operation information.

T I TLE MENU

Cas t l es

Love

r

s

Dogs

B

i r

ds

T I TLE MENU

Cas t l es

Love

r

s

Dogs

B

i r

ds

<Example>

<Example>

To return to MENU (play stops)
Press TITLE, MENU, or RETURN. (DVD)
Press RETURN. (Video CD)

Press STOP to stop play.

5
6

Press OPEN/CLOSE to eject the disc.

Using number key(s)
starts play automatically.

Dogs

of the world

1
2

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Basic Operation

• Please read the disc jacket for operation
information.

• If a single sided disc is placed in upside down,
“PLEASE CHECK THE DISC,

AND FOR STAINS OR SCRATCHES ON
DISC” is displayed.

• Remove disc and press unit POWER off when
not in use.

• Disc continues to rotate with menu displayed
even after play is done. Press STOP to clear
menu display when finished with menu.

■ Forward/Reverse rapid scene

search

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press FF/SLOW+ or REW/SLOW-

during play.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press PLAY to release.

• Starting forward/reverse search during play
started from menu on Video CDs may recall
menu.

• Search speed, slow at first, increases with
each additional press of the button up to 5
levels.

■ Forward/Reverse Chapter/Track

Skip

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press SKIP | or | during play.

Each press skips a chapter (DVD) or
track (Video CD/CD).

Pressing | SKIP once midway through a
chapter/track returns to start of that chapter/track.
Each additional press skips back one chapter/
track.

• Pressing SKIP | or | during play started
from menu on Video CDs may recall menu.

■ Still (Pause) Picture

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press STILL/PAUSE during play.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press PLAY to release.

• DVD/Video CD : The unit will enter Still picture mode.

• CD : The unit will enter Pause mode.

■ Frame by Frame picture
(DVD/Video CD)

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press STILL/PAUSE in Still mode.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press PLAY to release.

• Each press advances picture one frame.

• Hold down for consecutive frame advance.

• Whether pictures are advanced by “FRAME” or

“FIELD” is selected automatically (see page 62).

■ Slow Motion picture (DVD/Video CD)

➛➛

➛➛

➛

Press FF/SLOW+ or REW/SLOW-
(DVD only) in Still mode.

➛➛

➛➛

➛ Press PLAY to release.

• Slow motion speed, slow at first, is increased

with each additional press of the button up to 5
levels.

• Reverse slow motion is not available for video

CDs.

• When appears on the screen while a button
is being operated, it means that the
corresponding operation is prohibited by the
unit or the disc.

The unit memorizes the point where STOP
is pressed (

flashes on screen).

Press PLAY to resume play from this point.
Pressing STOP again or opening the tray

cancels RESUME, however, RESUME is not
cancelled when power is turned off and on.

• RESUME works only with discs for which

elapsed play time is displayed during play.

RESUME function

Notes

Power turns off after unit has been in Stop
mode (DVD) for about 5 minutes.

Auto-Power Off function

1. Do steps 1-3 (previous page).
When menu appears, press STOP.

2.Press number key(s) to select desired
track (play begins).

• Check disc for track numbers.

• Press “1” to start at beginning of disc.

To Resume Menu use,
Press STOP, and press PLAY, then the menu

appears. Now, go to step 4 (previous page).

Enjoy Video CDs featuring
playback control without
using menus (Video CDs only)

*

Important:

I

f a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the DVD button on the remote

and try the button again.

Chapter/Track Chapter/Track Chapter/TrackChapter/Track

Current playback position

Reverse Skip Forward Skip

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TV Operation

1

Press POWER* on the remote or unit.

■ Using the 100 key

When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125
with the number keys, first press the 100 key,
and then enter the remaining two digits.

■ Rapid Tune

Press R-TUNE to display the last channel you

were watching.

■ Audio Mute

Press MUTE to instantly mute the sound.

Press again to restore the previous sound level.

■ Phones

Connect an earphone (not supplied) or
headphones (not supplied) to the Phones Jack.

Ready Checklist

All connections are made. (See page 11).
Your unit is plugged in.

PHONES
Jack

POWER

VOL + / VOL -

CH

*

Important:

If a remote control button does not work

when pressed, press the

button on

the remote and try the button again.

Use CH or
number keys to

select a channel.

2

0 8

A

BC

3

Press VOL + or VOL -
to adjust volume.

24

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