Panasonic Omnivision VHS PV-9405S Operating Instructions Manual

Video Cassette Recorder

Panasonic

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Operating Instructions

MODEL PV-9405S

Please read these instructions carefully before

attempting to connect, operate or adjust this
product. Please save this manual.

Spanish Quick Use Guideis included.(Guia
para rdpida consultaen espaSol estd incluida.)

Quick Use Guide is on the back cover.

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.

ImportantSafeguardsand Precautions

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ _,ND I OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION ]

RETAINALL SAFETYANDOPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS.HEEDALL WARNINGS
INTHEMANUALAND ONTHE UNIT

INSTALLATION

POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from a power source indiCated on the unit or in

thismanual. If necessary, have your Electdc Utility Service
Company or Video products Dealer vedfy thepower soume
in your home.

2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG

ASa safety feature, this Video productcomes with either
a polarized power cordplug (one bladeis wider than the
other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.

P A TI :
This plug willonly fit intoan outlet one way. If you cannot

fullyinsert the plug,try reversing it. If it stillwil/not fit,
have an electdsian installthe proberwall outlet.
DOnot defeat the safety feature by tamperingwith theplug.

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fitintoa three-hole groundingoutlet.

If r_cessary have an electrician installthe proper outlet.

DOnotdefeat the safety eature by tampepog withthe plug.

3 POWER CORD

Make surepower cordsare routedso that they are not likely
to have atnything rest on them, roll over them. or be inthe
way of walkingtraffic. If an extension cOrdisused, make sure
it also has either a belarized or grounded plug and that the
cordscan be securelyconnected. Frayed cords, damaged

pluJgs,and damaged orcrackedwire insulationare hazardous
andshould be replaced bya qualified service technician.

Oveedeqed outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and
should be avoided.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated
during operation,fftbey are blocked, heat build-upinsidethe

unitcan cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat

damage to cassettes,
For protection,fellow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit

whilein use, oroperate the unit when placed
on a bed, sofa,rug, or other softsurface.

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

or rack, unless properventilationisprovided.

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
DOnot place the unitover or nearany kindofheater
or regulator,in direct sunlight, insidea elosed vehicle, etc..

DOnot move the unitseddenly between areas of extreme
temperature variation, ff the unit issuddenly moved from a
cold place toa warm place, moisture may condense in the
unitand on the tape.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

• Do notplace unsecuredequipmenton a sloping surface.

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

If an Outsideantenna or cable system
isconnected to the equipment, _c _ o_

be sure the aofenna or cable system ,../.__.=.=_" _L"_ ='="

is groundedsoas to provide some "*4
protectionagainst built up static
charges andvoltage surges,

Sechon 810 of the National _c_'c_"_.,_
Eldctf_el Code, ANSt/NFPA 70 _ _=,_.=_

(in Canada, part t of the Canadian [ _'**=_'= ......

EleCtriCalCode) provides information _ _lf_///;_(_=,_,Qc,_,_

with respect to proper grounding of the _L._ _._ =.,,_=_._._

mast and supportingstructure,grounding _=.=._

of thelead-in wire toan antenna discharg_eunit,

size of grounding conductors, locationot antanna discharge unit, connection

to groundingelectrodes and requirements for the groundingelectrode,

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER UNES

OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna System shouldbe located well away from power lines,

electriclightorpower circuitsand where it willnevercome into contact with
these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installingan outside
antenna, extreme Careshould be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits
or other power sources as this could be fatal.Because of the hazards
involved,antenna installationshouldbe left to a professional.

I USING THE VIDEO UNIT I

If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the tNSTALLATtON section ol these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR

MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.

2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unitand have it inspected by a qualified
service technician before use.

3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM

DPOnga lightningstorm, whetherindoorsor outdoors,or before leaving the
unit unusedfor exlended pehods of time, disconnectell equipmentfrom the
power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• Never expose the unitto rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
if liquidhas been spilled into the unit. Immediately unpluJgthe unit,

and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire and shock hazards

can result from eisctricelshorts caused by liquidcontact inside.

• Never drop orpushany objectthrough openJngsinIhe unit. Some internalparts

carryhazardousvoltagesand contactcancause electricshockorfire haZard.

• AVOWplacingthe unit directlyabove or below your 3_" set as thismay cause

electrical interference. Keepall magnets awayfrom electronic equipment.

5 USING ACCESSORIES

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

6 CLEANING THE UNIT

Unplug the unit.Then, use a clean, dry, chemical,lyuntreatedclothto gently
remove dust or deb is. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols,o forced a
thatCOuldover-spray, or seep intothe unit and cause electricalshock.
Any substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinetsurface.
Exposure to greasy, humid, ordustyareas may adversely affect intemel parts.

• Do notplace this unit on any support

thatis not firm, level, and adequately _ I SERVICE I

strong.The unitCouldfall causing
seriousldiury to a child oradult and 1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
damage to the unit, If, after carefully followingthe detailed operating instructions,this Video

• An appliance and caft combination productdoes not operate proberly,do not attempt toopen or remove covers,
chould be moved with care, or make any adjustments notdescribed in the manual.

Quick stops, excessive force, and Unplug the unitand contact a qualifiedservice technician.
uneven surfacesmay cause the 2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED

appliance and cart Combination to ovedum.

Make sure the service technician uses onJ_/partsspecified by the manufacturer,

• Carefully follow all operatinginstructions and use orthose having the same safety charactensticsas the original pads. The use of
the manufacturers recommended acoessenes when unaelhonzed substitutes mayresultin fire, electricshoCk,or other hazards.
operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment

3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK

Afterany service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to
conducta thoroughsafety check asdescribed in the manufacture's service
literature to insure that the video unitis in safe operatingcondition.

Safety Precautions

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

/-- I-

_ _._ /_ This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause

zk

_ I" _"_' -- electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit,

Z_ Tbla symbol alerts the user that important Jiterature concerning the operation and maintenance of

this unit has been included, Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

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Table of Contents

Use

Now!

Important Safeguards and Precautions ....................................... 2

Accessories ............................................................................................. 4

Loading the Batteries ........................................................................... 4

Basic Connections (Antenna,VCR, TV) ............................................. 4, 5

One Time VCR Setup (Language,Channel,Clock)............................. 6, 7

Playback a Tape (SlowMotion, Still Picture, Frame by Frame) .................... 8

Record On a Tape .................................................................................. 9

• One Touch Recording ............... 9

Enjoy

more!

Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS,AudioNideo)...................... f 0, 11

Timer Recording ........................................................................... 12, 13

• Timer Recording • Review, Replace or Clear

Using VCR Buttons................. 12 Program Contents ................... 13

Multi-Brand Control Feature .................................................... 14, 15

Tape Operation ........................................................................... 16 ~ 18

• VHS IndexSearchSystem.... 16, 17 • Zero Search ............................ 18

• Auto Operation Functions ....... 17 • One Minute Skip ...................... 18

• Repeat Play............................. 18

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) .......................................................... 19

Special VCR Features .............................................................. 20 ~ 25

• Channel Caption ............... 20, 21 • VCR Lock ................................ 24

• Time Stamp ....................... 22, 23 ° Weak Signal Display ON/OFF .. 25

• Tape PositionDisplay ............. 24 • Auto Shut-Off........................... 25

• Remote Warning ON/OFF ...... 24

Other

Information!

Reset Language, Channels, Clock ................................. 26, 27

VCR & Cassette Information ........................................... 28, 29

• ResetAllVCRMemoryFunctions..28 ° Head Cleaning......................... 29

• DST (Daylight SavingTime) ........ 28 • Cleaning the VCR ................... 29

• PreventAccidentalTape Erasure. 28 • Specifications .......................... 29

• Record/PlaybackTime............ 28 • Featuresfor Quality ................ 29

On-Screen Displays (OSD) ................................................... 30

• Function & Channel Display.... 30 • Warning and

• VCR Status& Clock Display ... 30 InstructionDisplays ................. 30

Before Requesting Service ................................................... 31

Warranty ........................................................................... 32, 33

Spanish (Espafiol) Quick Use Guide ............................. 34, 35

Location of Controls ........................................................ 36, 37

Quick Use Guide (Playback,Recording)...................... Back Cover

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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.
Ptease lilt in the information below. The serial number
is on the tag located on the back of your VCR.

• Date of Purchase

• Dealer PurchasedFrom

• Dealer Address

•Dealer Phone No.

•Model No, PV-9405S

• Serial No

[] Remote Control [] Batteries 2 "AA"

VSQS1597

[] RF Coaxial Cable

VJAS0196

Open the cover.

Insert the
batteries as
marked.

,,, _'-;, (See page 5)

f

CABLE "IV

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INDOOR ANTENNA

or

j

VCR

lJ

Disconnect antenna
or cable from TV and
connect to VCR.

IN FROM/ANT

OUT TO TV

3 ch 4 --

Set VCR Output to

channel 3 or 4 (not
an active station).

,>

2

Connect VCR
to TV with RF
Coaxial Cable,

VHF/UHF

3) Close the cover.

[] Battery replacement caution

• DO not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

4

TV

Tune TV to VCR output channel
the same one you set in step 3.

WARNING

When using "Nut type" RF coaxiat cables, tighten with

fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.

1

F

Between ANT. and VCR

• Case 1: Twin Lead Cable Only

To VCR Terminal

(Flat) Twin Lead Transformer
300 Ohm Cable (notsupplied)

• Case 2: Twin Lead & Coaxial Cables

UHFNHF Band Mixer

(notsupplied)

(Round) 75 Ohm

coaxial Cable

To VCR Terminal

• Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables

:__UHF/VHF Band Mixer_

3oo-_5o_m It_

Transformer

(not supplied) TOVCR Terminal

• If your TV has both post and plug-type
VHF terminals, the post connection is
recommended to minimize signal loss.

Between VCR and TV

/-

• Case 1: Screw & Plug Type Terminal
UHF/VHF Band _ TV

Separator
(not su__,_(_- VHF

RF Coaxial Cable

• Case 2: Screw Type Terminal

TV

75-300 ohm
Transformer I .,_ |

(nota_,_ I___l_Vo.rF

• Case 3: Double Screw Type Terminal

UHFNHF Band TV
Separator

(not sup_ VHF

• Case 4: Complex TV Terminal

TERMINALSON BACKOFTVSET

s0,out-

ANT2

• Connect to one of the ANT terminals and
select the same antenna number on the TV.

J

5

When VCR is turned on the first time,
setupmodeis enteredautomatically.

Process of Setup

I-- ........ Turn the I"V and VCR on.

PressPOWER.

2

CH3 or CH4

Tune to VCR output channel.
Tune TV to CH3 or CH4,

(Same as back ofVCR)

• Always tune TV to this channel to

monitorthe VCR.

• if you usedaudio/videojackconnection,
tunethe TV to itsvideoinput.

I SELECTLANGUAGE1 !electthe language.

PUSHVCRCH A: ENGLISH c._(_ forEnglish

APP. voMI'w : F_AB_;ALB (_ I (ESPANOL)

,,_"_ for French

.,_ I (FBAN_AIS)

Use remote or VCR buttons.

If wrong language is set, do
"Reset All VCR Memory Functions"

steps page 28.

4

CHANNEL/CLOCKAUTOSET

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
GOX, TUNS tT TO YOUR

LOCAL PES CH THEN...

PLEASE PLtSH CH UP KEY

Start Channel Auto Set
and Clock Auto Set.

Press CH A.

4

AUTO CLOCK SET

H

PROUEEDINB

_! (Setupcompleted)

ENII412000TUEOST:oN12:00_

SETTING : CH 02
AUTO CLOCK SET

COMPLETED

: PUSH CH UP KEY

_ ress CH • to exit.

• If our area observes

D_T (daylight saving

time), butthe time is

incorrect; do the
"Time Zone Adjust"
steps on page 27.

(Setup incomplete)

POWER

VCR/TV

CH

AUTO CLOCK SET

I S INCOMPLETE

PUSH ACTION TO SET CLOC_

See next
page.

6

_Case 2 i Clock Setup incomplete.

/

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

'USH ACTION TO SET CLOCK

!_- 4. -- SET CLOCK ......

SELECT:& • KEY

_r._r,r_-Jrr_ PeTON

SSTEIRT ::_C_ i _)ENYKEy

Set the clock manually.

;1) Press ACTION

%

12) Press &V to

"(_'/ select month.

'_ 13) Press b"to set.

• Likewise, set date, year, time,
DST (Daylight Saving Time).

To Make Corrections,

repeatedly press •• to move to
error, then correct.

4) Press ACTION.

(Clock starts.)• To exit this mode,

press ACTION
aga n.

SELECT/
SET

__ • :PLAY

• :STOP

• :REW

• :FF

ACTION

m

w

• VCR calendar is accurately maintained to
Dec. 31, 2096 11:59PM.

• Channel auto set selects normal TV or Cable

channels depending on your VCR hookup.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET

• Auto clock set is performedthefirst time the VCR is turned off each day. if used, a cable boxmust be left on and
tuned tothe PBS channel at the time VCR power is turned off if youwant autoclock set to be done.

• If using, a DSS receiver must be turned off for autoClockset.

• If Cable Boxor DSS receiver is connected to VCR via Audio/Videojacks, an RF coaxial cable must also be
connected for auto clock set and channel auto set features.

-- Using AV<I • keys

You can atso operate the menu screen

using VCR buttons,
If you use VCR buttons, press CH • and

CH • together to display the menu screen.

When menu screens are displayed, PLAY,
STOP, REWIND, and FF buttons function
as AV• • only.

On Remote i

&:PLAY

V:STOP

•:REW

•:FF

?

[_Check list before you begin.
[] All connectionsare made,

[] 1N and VCR are pI,J,gg,ed in.
[] TV is turned on and set to the VCR channel (CH 3 or 4),
[] Remote is in VCR mode.

1

Insert a cassette.

• VCR powercomes on and VCR

appears on Multi Function Display.

STOP/EJECT

Multi FunctionDisplay

Press PLAY.

• Playbackbeginsitcassettehas
no recordtab.

• To Find a Particular Scene

ForwardSearch --> Press FF.
Reverse Search--> PressREW.

• ForSlowMotion--> PressSLOW.

(To release, pressSLOW.)

• ForStill(Freeze) picture--> Press PAUSE.

(To release,pressPAUSE.)

• For Frameby Framepicture--> PressSLOW inStillmode.
(To release, pressPAUSE.)

_. To reduce picture noise, see "ManualTracking Control" on

page 29.

• Afterthe VCRis inStillorSlow mode for3 minutes,itwillswitchto
Stop modeautomaticallytoprotectthetapeand thevideohead.

• To stop --> Press STOP.

• To rewind tape --> Press REW in Stop mode.

• To fast forward tape -> PressFF inStop mode.

• To eject tape -> Press EJECT on the remoteor

STOW EJECT on theVCR,

• To prevent tape jam

Inspect your cassette tapes and

removeanylooseorpeelinglabels.

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Playback using VCR controls

Inserta cassette.

2Press PLAY.

IPress to stop and/or ejecttape.

*Important:

If the remote control POWER, ACTION,
PROG, CH A/V, INDEX, NUMBERED
keys, INPUT, TAPE POSITION, or ADD/
DLT button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and

try the button again.

f

Multi Function Display

SPEED

F.I

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

I_ Check list before you begin.

[] All connections are made.

[] TV is turned on and set to the VCR channel (CH 3 or 4).
[] Cassette with record tab in place.
[] Remote in VCR mode.

1

Insert a cassette.

• VCR power comes on

automatically.

cord tab

2[o oL

®®®

@@@or

®@

Select Channel.
PressCH_idV* or NUMBEREDkeys.

• Toselect"LINE",seepage19.

• To selectchannelsover100,

firstpress100key,thenenter

remainingtwodigits.

SPEEDO

Select Recording speed.
(See page 28.)
Press SPEED.

• SP = Standard Play
LP = LongPlay

SLP = Super LongPlay

• Selected speed isdisplayed onTV

screenand Multi Function Display.

REC Start Recording.

Press REC.• To edit out unwanted portions,

press PAUSE to pause and
resume recording.

• TO stop -> Press STOP

• One Touch Recording

Press REC repeatedly to set the recording length
(30 rain, ~ 4 hours).

• The VCR turns itselfoff at a preset time,

C o°2;o°L-:ooL-Z

• Record One Program While Watching Another

PressVCRFrV->"VCR"disappearsonMultiFunctionDisplay

--> SetectChannelat theTV.

• Selecting Channel at the VCR

PressVCR/TV-->"VCR" appearsonMultiFunctionDisplay

--> Select Channel at the VCR.

You can operate on the VCR

4 VCR/TV1 2

• Press to stop.

9

CATV Connection

Make sure to tune TV to VCR output charmer the same one you
set on back of VCR: CH3 or CH4.

All connectionson thesepagesare madewith 75Ohmcoaxialcables.

• With a Cable Box (Cable Box,_VCR)

or ' CABLE BOX VCR

_ CATV I

INFROMANT.(_ VHF/UHF

OUT TO TV T T

TV

• With a Cable Box (VCR,* Cable Box)

" NT"

or , VCR

', CATV,' J

• _ _ • iNFROMANT.(_

OUTTO TV T

CABLE BOX

IN OUT VHF/UHF

TT T

TV

• With Two Cable Boxes
VCR

/ • AN CABLE
= or , 2-Way Splitter BOX

i,, CATV /

OUT 1 OUT 2 IN

I

INFROMANI'.I_

OUTTO TV I_"_ I sA/w_tch TV

CABLEBOXI1'

!OUT IN OUT Ihll IN2 VH HF '

DSS Connection

/ \

,SATELLITE,

/ AN DSS " 1 "

, or , RECEIVER /

I CA'IV /

l

• iN IN(_

I T°UTT

* DSS_ is a registered trademark of DIRECTV,

INC., a unit of GM Hughed Electronics.

VCR I INFROMANT.(_ VHF/UHF

I

OUTTO TV T T

TV

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• record or view any
(including scrambled)
channel.

• use VCR Remote
Control to select
channels using Multi-

brand control feature.

• view channel

other than the one
selected for any
type of recording.

• do a Timer
recording of a
channel unless you

select it at the
cable box.

• view any (including
scrambled) channel.

• use VCR Remote
Control to select
channels without

using Multi-brand

control feature.

• record scrambled

channels.

• record and view both

scrambled and

unscrambled

channels if additional
equipment is added.

This connection

requires: two

converterboxes,

an NB switch, and a
2-way splitter.

• view channel
other than the one
selected for any
type of recording.

• do a Timer recording
of a channel unless

you select itat the
cable box.

• record and view any
(including scrambled)

channel.

• use your VCR

Remote Control to

select channels

using Multi-brand

control feature.

NOTE:
DSS receiver must be

turned off to view cable

box or antenna programs.

• view channel

other than the one

selected for any
type of recording.

• do a Timer recording
of a channel unless

you select it at the
DSS box.

Audio/Video Connections

If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN

terminals, connectthem to VCR for

higher qualitypictureand sound.

VCR

VIDEO

"" AUDIO

I AN ,_

Auo,oV,DEO

OUT _) _E)

OUT IN ¢HFI

0 UHF

TV

To use your TV as a VCR monitor, set the VIDEO/rV
selector on the TV (Monitor/Receiver) to "VIDEO."

Note to CABLE system installer:

This reminder is providedto call the CABLE system

installer'sattention toArticle820-40 of the NEC in USA
(and tothe Canadian ElectricalCode in Canada) that
providesguidelinesfor propergroundingand, in
particular,specifiesthatthe cable groundshall be
connected tothe groundingsystem ofthe building,as
close tothe pointof cable entryas practical.

FCC Warning:Anyunauthorizedchangesor modifications
tothisequipmentwouldvoidthe user'sauthoritytooperate.

This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High
Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS
equipment. Only use those tapes with the L_
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.

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You can set up to 8 programs to be recorded while you are away.

I--1 Display menu. J--_ Display program
_ PressACTION.*O _F_ _)Iscreen"

F _( _'_J 11) Press PROG.
_2) Go to step 4.

• You can also set up usin • If a program is already in memory,
VCR buttons. See the b>tom press •• and• toselect an

right of this page. unused program number.

2

......... MENU .........

VCR

SET UP CHANNEL

IDIOMA/LANGUE:ENGLISP

SELECT:& • KEY
SET :, KEY
END :ACTION KEY

Display SET UP FEATURE.

_ ) Press&V toselect.

2) Press • todisplay.

You may not use the VCR buttons

on "SETPROGRAM" screen.

E....O. o.rmsoreeno.amnmb

_EATU 1) Press • to display.

o t a program is already in

memory, press A• and

• to select an unused

SET :1_ KEY

LEND :ACTIONKEY

_ Set the recording DATE.

1) Press •V to select.

s_/ 2) Press • or • to set.

l_.................... l • I~31 = One tirne

[ SELECT:,b• KEY i • DALLY = MON-FRI

SET :1_KEY 1 • WEEKLY = Same time

END :PROG/ACT_ONKEY once a week

[_IP Check list beforeyou begin.

[] All connectionsare made.

{See pages 4~5.)
[] TV andVCR are pluggedin andturnedon.
[] VCRfTV selector is set to "VCR."
[] Clock is set to correct time.
[] Record tab in place. (See page 28.)
[] Remote inVCR mode.

T POWER

SELEC_

|SET

A:PLAY

•:STOP
4:REW

•:FF

PROG

6

ACTION

6

_'_8--9"'"" 31-- 1-- 2 "'""6'_ I Repeat step 4 to set:

start time, sto time

Today-- 7 SELECT& I• SelectionOrder DAILYChannel (or L_°NEfor

L,WEEKLY .WEEKLY WEEKLY_J outside source), Category*',

SAT) MON)_ [SUN) tape speed (SP, LP, SLP).

[_] Make the notes.

.........oow oto00oose0°

"TODAY A_C i ,_% I 1) Press & to begin.

I,=(_,l 2) Press &V to select.

[_!i TOIp_n_/Ki_'K_;YJ| "/_'J i ?) Press• to set.

L * J Characters will change in

the following order.

.g......

TODAY ABC /

CATEGORY:MOVIE SP 4) Press PROG (or

/_ ............. ACTION) to end.

SELECT:& • KEY j

SET :_ KEY Continued on the next page.

END :PROG/AC'r ION KEY

-- Important notes when using a DSS receiver-

• When recording programsvia a DSS receiver, the DSS

receiver must be left on.

• When recordingprograms via an antenna or cable, the DSS
receiver must be turned off.

*" Category Items

N/A not applicable), SPORTS,
MOV E, COMEDY, MUSIC, DRAMA

-- Using 4,V< • keys --

You can also operate the menu screen
using VCR buttons.

If you use VCR buttons, press CHAand
CR•together to dispMythe menu screen.

:,_ - • : PLAY

LonRemp_ _ O.VCR j • 'FF

When menu screens are displayed,
PLAY, STOP, REWIND, and FF buttons
function as ••<l • only.

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