Panasonic PV-453-K Operating Instructions Manual

Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

(Basic Operations)

For advanced operations, see the separate
“Advanced Operations” instruction book.

Models No. PV-453-K

Table of Contents

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

Before Using ............................................................ 3

Connections and Initial Setup (Ready to Play)......... 4

Playback / Record on a Tape................................... 5

Timer Recording................................................... 6, 7

Location of Controls ...........................................9, 10

Reset All VCR Memory Functions.......................... 10

Reset Language, Channels, Clock,

VCR’s Output Channel.......................................... 11

Limited Warranty ....................................................12

• Limited Warranty • Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel • DST

Limited Warranty

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Note

Accessory Purchases:

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Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel

Location of Controls / Reset All VCR Memory Functions

• Location of Controls (Remote Control Buttons, Multi Function Display, Front & Rear View of the VCR ) • Reset All VCR Memory Functions

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Location of Controls

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Hi-Fi Indicator

Lights up when Hi-Fi audio is
monitored in Playback Mode.

VCR Indicator

Lights up when the
VCR/TV selector is
set to VCR.

Power Indicator

Lights up when power is on.

Clock/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display

Displays the current time. Briefly displays VCR
status when a function button is pressed.
Briefly displays the channel number, or “L1” or “L2”
when a channel or line input is selected.
Briefly displays the recording speed when SPEED is
pressed.

Timer Indicator

Lights up when the VCR is set for a Timer
Recording, or when One Touch Recording
(OTR) is used.
Flashes when a Timer Recording is set, but a
tape has not been inserted into the VCR.

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LSQT0648A

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

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a
period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

VHS Video Cassette Recorder – One (1) year, parts and labour
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to
any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for
which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during
shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the
reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product
which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from
coverage under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only.
A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required
before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied
warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance, please contact your

Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at:

For product repairs, please contact one of the following:

• Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you.

• Our Customer Care Centre at [phone] or www.panasonic.ca

• A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the
original carton. Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original
purchase.

Telephone #:
[phone]

Fax #:
[phone]

Web:
www.panasonic.ca

Richmond, British Columbia
Panasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way
Richmond, BC V6W 1K8
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Calgary, Alberta
Panasonic Canada Inc.
6835-8

th

St. N. E.
Calgary, AB T2E 7H7
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Mississauga, Ontario
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Dr.
Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Lachine, Québec
Panasonic Canada Inc.
3075, rue Louis A. Amos
Lachine, QC H8T 1C4
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Press ACTION*

to display MENU.

Language

1)Press to select

language item.

For Spanish

For French

For English

Channels

2)Press to select

“ANTENNA,” then

press

to set
your antenna system
(“TV” or “CABLE.”)

• After Channel Auto
Set is finished, Auto
Clock Set will be
performed.

3)Press

to select

“AUTO SET,” then

press

.

• If you use Cable
Box, set it to the
PBS channel in your
time zone.

Clock

2)Press to select
“MANUAL,” and press

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

(“TIME ZONE ADJUST”

appears only when
auto clock is set.)

3)Press and

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

4)Press ACTION to

start the Clock and
exit this mode.

and press

to
subtract or add
hour(s) as necessary.

• “TIME ZONE
ADJUST” returns to
“0” if clock is set
manually.

VCR’s Output Channel

After 3 seconds

• To Make Corrections,
repeat steps 1) ~ 3).

2)Press

repeatedly.

3)Press ACTION to exit.

1)Press

to select

CHANNEL.

1)Press

to select

CLOCK.

Time Zone
Adjust

1)Press to select

CLOCK.

(Only when Auto Clock
is set.)

2)Press

to select
“TIME ZONE
ADJUST”

3)Press ACTION.

Add or Delete a Channel

To add channel:
Select channel with NUMBER keys and
press ADD/DLT.

To delete channel:
Select channel with CH

/ or NUMBER

keys and press ADD/DLT.

DST (Daylight Saving Time)

VCR auto adjusts clock for DST.

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 VCR for timer recordings.

1)Press to select

“VCR’S OUTPUT CH.”

3)Press ACTION.

2)Press

.

Montréal: 3075 Louis A. Amos, Lachine, Québec H8T 1C4 [phone]
Toronto: 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 [phone]
Calgary: 6835 8th Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 7H7 [phone]
Vancouver: 12111 Riverside Way, Richmond, BC V6W 1K8 [phone]

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
[phone]

www.panasonic.ca

Printed in Indonesia

LSQT0648A

S0203-0

K

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
WEAK

SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

ANTENNA : CABLE

AUTO SET
WEAK

SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF

SELE

CT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL :

STOP

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

AUTO CLOCK SET

MANUAL

TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

SELE

CT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL

TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

SELE

CT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
AUTO VCR/TV :ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
AUTO VCR/TV :ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :4

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

IF YOU PRESS ACTION
KEY, VCR ’ S OUTPUT CH
SWITCHES TO CH 4.

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
CH 4.

C

HANNEL

08 ADDED

C

HANNEL

08 DELE T

ED

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

COMMERCIAL SKIP/
ZERO SEARCH

(

Starts COMMERCIAL SKIP/ Zero Search

)

INPUT

(For LINE or channel)

POWER

(Turns VCR off/on)

PLAY (Plays a tape)/

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

(Fast forwards tape/ forward visual

search)

REWIND/SEARCH

(Rewinds tape/ reverse visual

search)

STOP (Stops tape)

CHANNEL /

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

(Selects channel/ reduces

picture noise during Play and

Slow mode)

Remote Control Buttons

VCR/TV

(For TV or VCR mode)

SPEED

(Changes tape speed)

SEARCH/ ENTER

(Set search system /Tunes TV channel)

NUMBER Keys

(Selects channel directly)

TV (mode)

(Enables TV functions)

TAPE POSITION

(Locates tape position)

EJECT

(Ejects tape)

ACTION

(Displays menu)

PAUSE/SLOW

(Displays still, frame by frame,

or slow motion picture)

COUNTER RESET

(Resets counter to zero)

RECORD

(Records a program, etc.)

ADD/DELETE

(Adds or deletes a channel)

VCR (mode)

(Enables VCR functions)

VOLUME +/

-

(Adjusts TV volume)

DISPLAY

(Displays VCR status)

COUNTER

RESET

TAPE
POSITION

PAUSE/SLOW

ACTION

SEARCH

TRACKING

EJECT

VCR/TV

INPUT

DISPLAY

CM/ZERO

VOL CH

REC

POWER

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

100

0

ADD/DLT

REW

PLAY

STOP

FF

VCR TV

SELECT

SPEED

SAP/Hi-Fi

PROG

PROGRAM

(Displays Timer Program screen)

Remote Control
EJECT button:

Press to eject tape. EJECT is not available during recording.

PLAY, STOP, REW, and FF
function as
operation keys when menus
are displayed.

Remote keys

Front View of the VCR

Note to CABLE system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the
NEC in USA (and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) 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.

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

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

Multi Function Display

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT HOUR

DST:ON

6 /08 / 20 0 3

SUN SUN

2 : --PM

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
AUTO VCR/TV :ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SEL. : REGLER:
QUITTER

: ACT I ON

MAGNETO. HORL. CANAL

REPRISE LECTURE

:NON

MESSAGE D’ ERREUR

:OUI

COUPURE AUTO

:NON
MAGNETO. /TELE AUTO : OUI

LANGUAGE/IDIOMA : FRANÇAIS

CA SORTIE : 3

ELEGIR

: FIJAR :

SAL

I R

:

ACT I ON

VCR RELOJ CANAL

REPETICION :INACT
AVISO/CONT.REMOTO :ACT
APAGADO AUTOMATICO:INACT
VCR/TV AUTO :ACT

LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAÑOL

CANAL DE SALIDA :3

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
AUTO VCR/TV :ON

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
AUTO VCR/TV :ON

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

SAP/Hi-Fi

(Selects audio mode for play
or record)

As an ENERGY STAR ® Participant,
Panasonic has determined that this product or
product model meets the

E

NERGY STAR

®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

RECORD

STOP/EJECT

Cassette Compartment

POWER

REWIND/
SEARCH

PLAY

CHANNEL

/

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

Remote
Sensor

FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH

Multi Function Display

Rear View of the VCR

AC Power Plug

While plugged into an AC outlet, the VCR consumes 3.0 W
of electrical power in off condition.

OUT

IN 1

OUT TO TV

VIDEO

AUDIO

IN FROM ANT.

VHF/UHF

R

L

VHF/UHF Antenna
Input Terminal

VHF/UHF Antenna
Output Terminal

Video Output
Connector

Audio Output
Connector (L/R)

Audio Input Connector
(L/R)

Video Input Connector

Reset All VCR Memory Functions

Use when moving VCR to new location, or if a mistake was made in the Initial Setup
section (return to Factory Setting).

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

21

Press and hold both PLAY and
CHANNEL

on the VCR for more

than 5 seconds.

• The power shuts off.

Turn VCR Power on.

3

Do “Initial Setup (Ready to Play)”
on page 4.

2

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PV-453-K(E) LSQT0648A FRONT

• Timer Recording

Timer Recording

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

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

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Timer Recording

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TIMER PROG.

L I

ST

DT

START

STOP CH

SPD

13 2 : 00 P

3 : 20P 02

SLP

-- -- : --

-- : -- --

--

--

-- : -- -- : -- --

--

--

-- : -- -- : -- --

--

CANC

EL : ADD /

DLT

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: PROG

SELECT :
END : PROG

DATE START

ST

O

P

C

H

SLP

SET:

SELECT START DATE

T

ODAY

13 SAT --:-- --:-- --

TIMER

PROG.

LIST

• Connections • Initial Setup • Clock Set • Select Channel • Playback • Record • Auto Operation

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

mark. Only tapes tested and
inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8
hour machines are recommended.

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

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

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Playback / Record on a Tape

Auto Play

Insert a tape ➛ Power comes on ➛ Play starts if there is no record tab (see p. 3).

Auto Rewind

Play
Fast Forward

Play Auto Eject

(Repeat Play must be off)

Play ➛ Tape end ➛ Rewind ➛ Tape ejects if there is no record tab

Auto Operation Functions

➛ Tape end ➛ Rewind

Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

Connecting

Connect cable from
Antenna/Cable to VCR’s IN
FROM ANT. jack.
Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV
jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack
with included RF Cable
accessory.

For ANT./Cable

➛➛

➛➛

➛

VCR

➛➛

➛➛

➛

TV

For DSS/Cable Box

➛➛

➛➛

➛

VCR

➛➛

➛➛

➛

TV
Connect your cable box’s
OUT jack to the VCR’s IN
FROM ANT. jack with an RF
cable.
Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV
jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack
with included RF Cable
accessory.

1

2

1

2

Please make all cable or antenna connections before plugging into the AC
outlet.

Plugging the VCR Power Cord into an AC wall outlet starts auto channel and clock set.

1 Turn TV on and tune to channel 3.
2 Plug VCR Power Cord into AC wall outlet.

VCR comes on and SELECT LANGUAGE
screen appears. When one of “1”, “2”, “3”
keys is pressed, auto channel and clock
set starts.

• If screen below does not appear, check

VCR - TV connection and, if TV is
tuned to channel 3, try switching it to
channel 4.

• To change VCR’s output channel,

please refer to “VCR’s Output
Channel” (p. 11).

• If wrong language is set, do “Reset All

VCR Memory Functions” (p. 10).

Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

AUTO CLOCK SET

PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL :

STOP

3 Settings are made automatically.

When setup is done, this screen
appears.

If “AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE”
appears, manually set clock.
See below.

AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INC

OMPLETE

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

Manual Clock Set

If Auto Clock Set was incomplete.

1 Press ACTION* on remote to display

CLOCK menu.

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT MONTH

DST:ON

1 / /

:

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

2 Press to select the month and

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

3 Press ACTION to start clock and exit.

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Plugging the AC Power Plug into an AC outlet

IN FROM ANT.

TV

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT

TO

TV

IN from
ANT./CABLE

1

2

IN FROM ANT.

TV

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT

TO

TV

IN from
ANT./CABLE

Cable TV
Converter Box

1

2

Congratulations

on your new purchase! With proper use, this
dependable product will provide years of
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
(Serial number is on tag on back of VCR.)

Before Using

• Date of Purchase

• Dealer Purchased From

• Dealer Address

• Dealer Phone No.

• Model No.

PV-453-K

• Serial No.

• Important Safeguards • Accessories • Head Cleaning • Loading Batteries • Prevent Tape Erasure • Specifications • Record/Playback Time

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INSTALLATION

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from a power source indicated on
the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have
your Electric Utility Service Company or Video
Products Dealer verify the power source in your
home.

2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG

As a safety feature, this Video product comes
with either a polarized power cord plug (one
blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire

grounding type plug.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you
cannot fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still
will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall
outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering
with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding
outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by
tampering with the plug.

3 POWER CORD

Make sure power cords are routed so that they

are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll

over them, or be in the way of walking traffic.

If an extension cord is used, make sure it also

has either a polarized or grounded plug and that

the cords can be securely connected. Frayed

cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked

wire insulation are hazardous and should be

replaced by a qualified service technician.

Overloaded 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. If they are blocked,

heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures

that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage

to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:

a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while

in use, or operate the unit when placed on a
bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book

case or rack, unless proper ventilation is
provided.

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place the unit over or near any kind of

heater or radiator, in direct sunlight, inside a

closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit

suddenly between areas of extreme temperature

variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a

cold place to a warm place, moisture may

condense in the unit and on the tape.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

• Do not place unsecured
equipment on a sloping
surface.

• Do not place this unit on any
support 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.

• An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating instructions and
use the manufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment.

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN
THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location, refer
first to the INSTALLATION section of 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 unit and have it inspected by

a qualified service technician before use.

3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM

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

4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT
OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit.
Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a
service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from
electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.

• Never drop or push any object through openings in the
unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and
contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.

• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all
magnets away from electronic equipment.

5 USING ACCESSORIES

Use only accessories 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, chemically
untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT
USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over­spray, or seep into the 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 affect internal parts.

SERVICE

1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF

If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions,
this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt
to open or remove covers, or make any adjustments not
described in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a
qualified service technician.

2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED

Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
characteristics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.

3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY

CHECK

After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as described
in the manufacturer’s service literature to ensure that the
video unit is in safe operating condition.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against built up static
charges and voltage surges.
Part 1 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, in USA
Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with
respect to 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

An outside antenna system should be located well away
from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it
will never come into contact with these power sources if it
should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna,
extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.
Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should
be left to a professional.

Important Safeguards and Precautions

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

Safety Precautions

Warning: 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, fully insert.

FCC Warning:Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the

user’s authority to operate.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

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.

- 2 -

Press to select
desired program.

(Recording is not in progress)

a 1)Press PROG.

2) Press

to select LIST.

b

c

To Replace program...

dPress PROG to end the programming.

Review, Replace, or Clear Program

1) Press to display.

2) Repeat Step 2

(page 6) to set
new programs.

Press ADD/DLT.

or

To Clear program...

Press POWER and then STOP within

10 seconds to cancel the Timer
Recording.
(The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi
Function Display.)

Cancel a Timer Recording

(Recording is in progress)

TIMER PROG.

L I

ST

CANC

EL : ADD /

DLT

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: PROG

DT

START

STOP CH

SPD

7 9 : 00A 12 : 00A 08

SP

8

10 : 00P

12 : 00P 02 SP

10

8 : 00P

9 : 00P 10

SP

S

U

9 : 00P 10 : 00P

L1

LP

TIMER

PROG.

LIST

SELECT START DATE

DATE START

ST

O

P

C

H

SP

TODA

Y

7 SUN 9:

00A 12:00A

08

SELECT :
END : PROG

SET:

TIMER PROG.

L I

ST

CANC

EL : ADD /

DLT

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: PROG

DT

START

STOP CH

SPD

-- -- : --

-- : -- --

--

8

10 : 00P

12 : 00P 02 SP

10

8 : 00P

9 : 00P 10

SP

S

U

9 : 00P 10 : 00P

L1

LP

1 1)Press PROG*.

2) Press

to display program screen.

Press PROG to end programming.

2

2) Set remaining items,
press

to select and

press

to set START/ STOP times,
CH (channel) or LINE input (p. 9 of “Advanced Operations”
book), and tape speed (p. 3).

1) Set record DATE,
press

to select:
1~31= one time,
or DAILY= MON~ FRI,
or WEEKLY= same time
each week and press

.

3

To Enter More Programs
Press

to select and

press

to set an unused program.

Then repeat step 2.
Or, press PROG to exit.

Timer Recording

Example
Today

4

Press POWER off to set the timer Recording. (“TIMER” lights on Multi Function Display.)

• If you are using a Cable Box, VCR Timer Programming Channel (Step 2 above) must
be set to the Cable Box output channel and your Cable Box must be manually set to
the desired channel. The Cable Box must be left on.

• If a power interruption occurs while programming the timer, the timer program(s) may be
cancelled. If “TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION”
appears on-screen, please re-enter the timer programs.

Important notes when using DSS receiver

• When recording programs via DSS receiver, DSS receiver must be left on.

• When recording programs via an antenna or cable, DSS receiver must be turned off.

Notes

DAILY

7

21

31

68 9

SELECT / Selection Order

WEEKLY

(SAT)

WEEKLY

(MON)

WEEKLY

(SUN)

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

6 /08 / 20 0 3

SUN 2 : 20P

M

DST :

ON

SETT I NG

: CH

10

AUTO CLOCK SET
C

OMPLETED

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL

SET COMPLETED

DST:ON

6 /08 / 20 0 3

SUN

2 : 20P

M

START :

ACT I ON

SET

:

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

SELECT LANGUAGE

ENGL

I

SH :PRESS 1

FRANÇA

I

S :APPUYER 2

ESPAÑOL :OPR

I M I

R3

Select language
Press 1 : English
Press 2 : French
Press 3 : Spanish

WARNING

Over tightening “Nut type” RF coaxial cables
may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.

• Function buttons are inoperative during Initial Setup.

• To remove a cassette during Auto Set, press

EJECT on the remote or STOP twice on the VCR.
In this case, settings must be made manually.
(See p. 11.)

• Depending on conditions, Auto Clock Set may take
longer than 30 minutes. If so, press STOP to stop
setup and perform settings manually. (See p. 11.)

RF Coaxial
Cable
LSJA0372

Batteries 2 “AA”

Remote Control
LSSQ0264

Accessories

COUNTER

RESET

TAPE
POSITION

PAUSE/SLOW

ACTION

SEARCH

TRACKING

EJECT

VCR/TV

INPUT

DISPLAY

CM/ZERO

VOL CH

REC

POWER

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

100

0

ADD/DLT

REW

PLAY

STOP

FF

VCR TV

SELECT

SPEED

SAP/Hi-Fi

PROG

Loading the Batteries

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

To record again

Break off the tab to
prevent recording.

Record Tab

Screw driver

Cover the hole
with cellophane
tape.

Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.

Record/Playback Time

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 Hours

SLP

(Super Long Play)

Type of Video Cassette

Tape Speed

Setting

T160T120T60

Power Source: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption:

Power On

Approx. 23 W

Power Off

Approx. 3.0 W

Video Signal: EIA Standard NTSC colour
Video Recording 4 rotary heads helical
System: 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 ~ I (14 ~ 22)

Superband J ~ 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

Operating
Temperature: 5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)
Operating Humidity:10 % ~ 75 %
Weight: 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs).
Dimensions: 360 (W) x 93 (H) x 242 (D) mm

14-3/16” (W) x 3-11/16” (H) x
9-9/16” (D) inch

Specifications

Note: Designs and specifications are subject

to change without notice.

Use soft, dry cloth or dusting attachment of a
vacuum to remove dust from all cabinet vent
holes. You may moisten cloth with non-abrasive,
antistatic cleaner/ polisher.
Caution:
Alcohol and various solvents could damage
finish.

Cleaning the VCR

Head Cleaning

Video Head Clog Sensor

Screen-right appears during
play if clogging is detected.
To remove screen, press
PLAY.

• Use “dry” type head
cleaning cassette only.

(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)

• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.
Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.

Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.

V I D

EO HEADS MAY

N

EED

CLEAN I NG
PLEASE I NSERT HEAD
CLEAN I NG CASSETTE
OR REFER

TO

MANUAL

END

: PL

AY

Digital Auto Picture

Automatically controls the video output signal for
less noise depending on the tape condition.

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 CH (TRACKING)

/ on the remote

control or on the VCR until the picture clears up.
To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off,
then on again a few seconds later.

V-Lock Control (to reduce picture jitter)

In Still mode, CH (TRACKING)

/ operates as

a V-Lock control.

Features for a Quality Picture

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Notes

1 Insert a tape.

Special Features During Play

2

Press PLAY to play tape.

• If tape has no rec. tab (p. 3), auto play begins.

Forward/Reverse Scene Search

➛ Press FF or REW.
➛ Press PLAY to release.

After search has begun, each additional
press of FF or REW changes speed as
shown below.
[SLP]: Approx. 21X

↔ Approx. 9X

[LP] : Approx. 9X

↔ Approx. 7X

[SP] : Approx. 7X

↔ Approx. 3X

If at 21X, 9X, or 7X speed the picture is
interrupted, change speed to 9X, 7X, or 3X.

Still (Freeze) Picture

➛ Press PAUSE/SLOW.
➛ Press PLAY to release.

Frame by Frame Picture

➛ Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
➛ Press PLAY to release.

Slow Motion Picture

➛ Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
➛ Press PLAY to release.

• Loose or peeling labels
may cause tape jam.

• VCR power comes on. “VCR” lights on
Multi Function Display.
If Auto VCR/TV (see p. 10 of Advanced
Operations book) is set to “OFF,” press
VCR/TV until “VCR” lights on the Multi
Function Display.

• These features work best in SP or SLP mode.

• The sound will be muted.

• To reduce picture noise, see “Manual
Tracking Control” on p. 3.

• After VCR is in Still or Slow mode 3 minutes, it

auto switches to Stop mode to protect the tape
and the video heads.

Press REW or FF in Stop mode to
Rewind or Fast Forward tape.
Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.

3 Press STOP to stop tape.

Playback a Tape

• Picture interruption may occur with some TVs.

• FF and REW search speed may vary

depending on current tape position.

Notes

1

Insert a tape with a record tab (p. 3).

Record on a Tape

2 Press CH

or NUMBER keys

to

select the channel

.

• For “LINE” input, see p. 9 of “Advanced
Operations” book.

• If recording from a channel over 100, first
press 100 key then the other 2 digits.

3

Press SPEED

to select record speed (p. 3).

4

Press REC

to start recording.

• To edit, press PAUSE/SLOW to pause,
and again to resume recording.

5

Press STOP to stop recording.

One Touch Recording

(recording in progress)

Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:
30 min.

➛ 1 hr. ➛ 1:30 ➛ 2:00 ➛ 3:00

➛ 4:00 ➛ exit.

The VCR shuts off at the length set.

Record one station, watch another

Press VCR/TV

(“VCR” goes out on Multi Function Display),

➛ select channels on TV (recording continues).

Select channels on VCR (in STOP or
PAUSE mode)

Press VCR/TV

(“VCR” lights up on Multi Function Display),

➛ select channels on VCR.

• Watching one channel and recording
another is not possible when using Cable
Box or DSS Receiver.

• After 5 minutes in Pause mode, VCR stops
to protect the tape and the video heads.

• VCR power comes on. “VCR” lights on
Multi Function Display.
If Auto VCR/TV (see p. 10 of Advanced
Operations book) is set to “OFF,” press
VCR/TV until “VCR” lights on the Multi
Function Display.

Notes

Notes

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