Panasonic PV-454SK User Manual

Location of Controls

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU

SET UP VCR

SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

ELEGIR :
SALIR

: ACTION

FIJAR :

MENU
PREPARAR VCR
FIJAR RELOJ
FIJAR CANAL

LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAÑOL

SALIDA DE VCR CANAL : 3

SEL. :
QUITTER

: ACTION

REGLER:

MENU
REGLAGE MAGNETOSCOPE
REGLAGE HORLOGE
REGLAGE CANAL

LANGUAGE/IDIOMA:FRANÇAIS

CA SORTIE : 3

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET :

MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET :

MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

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

PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
CH 4.

C

HANNEL

08 ADDED

C

HANNEL

08 DELE T

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AUTO CLOCK SET
MANU

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0

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: ACT I ON

SET CLOCK

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU
SET UP VCR

SET UP CLOCK

SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU
SET UP VCR

SET UP CLOCK

SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

AUTO CLOCK SET

MANU

AL

T I M

E ZONE AD

JUS

T :

0

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: ACT I ON

SET CLOCK

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK

SET UP CHANNEL

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

SELECT :

SET

:

EXIT

: ACT I ON

ANT

ENNA

:

CABLE

AUTO SET
WEAK

S I GNAL D I

SPLAY : OFF

SET UP CHA

NNE

L

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

OUT

IN 1

OUT TO TV

VIDEO

AUDIO

IN FROM ANT.

VHF/UHF

R

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DST : O

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11/21/2004 SUN

-12:00

PM

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SET CLOCK

SELECT :

SET :

END

: ACT I ON

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU

SET UP VCR

SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 4

Location of Controls / Reset All VCR Memory Functions

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

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

Limited Warranty

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

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

PV-454S-K Basic-1 (040205) new form.p65 2004/02/06, 10:251

LSQT0819A (E) Basic OP - Front (040206)

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K

Printed in Indonesia

LSQT0819 A

S1203-1024

Remote Control Buttons

EJECT

(Ejects tape)

POWER

(Turns VCR off/on)

NUMBER Keys

(Selects channel directly)

INPUT

(For LINE or channel)

ADD/DELETE

(Adds or deletes a channel)

PAUSE/SLOW

(Displays still, frame by frame,
or slow motion picture)

ACTION

(Displays menu)

PROGRAM

(Displays Timer Program screen)

SAP/Hi-Fi

(Selects audio mode for play
or record)

VOLUME +/

(Adjusts TV volume)

-

RECORD

(Records a program, etc.)

SPEED

(Changes tape speed)

COMMERCIAL SKIP/
ZERO SEARCH

(Starts COMMERCIAL SKIP/
Zero Search)

Remote Control
EJECT button:

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

Multi Function Display (FRONT DISPLAY)

Power Indicator

Lights up when power is on.

Clock/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display

Displays current time. Briefly displays VCR
status when you press a function button,
channel number or “L” when you select
channel or line input, and recording speed
when you press SPEED.

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(Enables VCR functions)

(Enables TV functions)

(For TV or VCR mode)

VCR (mode)

TV (mode)

VCR/TV

COUNTER RESET

(Resets counter to zero)

TAPE POSITION/STATUS

(Locates tape position/tape status)

(Displays VCR status)

DISPLAY

PLAY (Plays a tape)/

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

(Fast forwards tape/ forward

visual search)

REWIND/SEARCH

(Rewinds tape/ reverse visual

search)

STOP (Stops tape)

Remote keys

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

CHANNEL /

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

(Selects channel/ reduces

picture noise during Play and

(Set search system /

Slow mode)

SEARCH/ ENTER

Tunes TV channel)

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.

VCR Indicator

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

Hi-Fi Indicator

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

Front View of the VCR

Cassette Compartment

STOP/EJECT

POWER

CHANNEL

/

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

Remote
Sensor

RECORD

REWIND/
SEARCH

PLAY

FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH

Multi Function Display

(FRONT DISPLAY)

Rear View of the VCR

AC Power Plug

While plugged into an AC outlet, the VCR consumes 0.95 W
of electrical power in off condition.

Audio Input Connector
(L/R)

Video Input Connector

VHF/UHF Antenna
Input Terminal

VHF/UHF Antenna
Output Terminal

Video Output
Connector

Audio Output
Connector (L/R)

Reset All VCR Memory Functions

Returns to factory setting. Use if relocating VCR, or if Initial Setup needs to be redone.

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

Turn VCR Power on.

1

Press and hold both PLAY and

2

CHANNEL
seconds.

• The power shuts off.

21

Perform “Initial Setup (Ready to Play)” on

3

page 4.

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.

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on the VCR for more than 5

Press ACTION*

to display MENU.

Language

1)Press to select

language item.

2) Press

repeatedly
to change language
item as shown below.

For English

For Spanish

For French

3)Press ACTION to exit.

VCR’s Output Channel

1)Press

“VCR’S OUTPUT CH.”

2)Press

3)Press ACTION.

➡

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

to select

.

After 3 seconds

Channels

1)Press

“SET UP CHANNEL,”
and press

2)Press to select

“ANTENNA,” then

press

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

3)Press

“AUTO SET,” then

press

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

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

to select

.

to set

to select

.

Clock

1)Press

“SET CLOCK,” and

press

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.

Add or Delete a Channel

To add channel:
Select channel with NUMBER keys and

press ADD/DLT.

To delete channel:
Select channel with CH

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

• Keep these time changes in mind when

to select

.

Saving Time, select DST:OFF.

programming VCR for timer recordings.

*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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Time Zone
Adjust

(Only when Auto
Clock is set.)

1)Press to select

“SET CLOCK,” and
press

2)Press

“TIME ZONE
ADJUST,”

3)Press ACTION.

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

/ or NUMBER

.

to select

and press to
subtract or add
hour(s) as necessary.

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:

Telephone #:
[phone]

Fax #:
[phone]

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:

Richmond, British
Columbia

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

Lachine, Québec

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

Calgary, Alberta

Panasonic Canada Inc.

th

6835-8

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

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.

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Web:
www.panasonic.ca

Mississauga, Ontario

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

Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

(Basic Operations)

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

Model No. PV-454S-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

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

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

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

E

NERGY STAR

®

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SELECT / Selection Order

WEEKLY

(SA)

WEEKLY

(MO)

WEEKLY

(SU)

P DT START

STOP CH

SPD

1 13 2:00p 3:20p 02

SLP

2 14

7:

00p 7:30p 10

SP

3 -- --:-- --:--

--

--

4 -- --:-- --:--

--

--

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT : PROG

P DT START

STOP CH

SPD

1 13 2:00p 3:20p 02

SLP

2 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

3 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

4 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

CANCEL:

ADD/DLT

SELECT :

SET :

END : PROG

SET COMPLETED

P DT START

STOP CH

SPD

1 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

2 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

3 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

4 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

SELECT :

SET :

END : PROG

P DT START

STOP CH

SPD

1 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

2 14 7:00p 7:30p 10

SP

3 -- --:-- --:--

--

--

4 -- --:-- --:--

--

--

SELECT :

SET :

END : PROG

DST : O

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1 / 1/2004

THU

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PM

- - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - -- - - - - -

SET CLOCK

SELECT :

SET :

END

: ACT I ON

DST : O

N

6 /20/2004

SUN

- -15:30

PM

- - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - -- - - - - -

SET CLOCK

SELECT :

SET :

START

: ACT I ON

IN FROM ANT.

TV

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT

TO

TV

IN from
ANT./CABLE

IN FROM ANT.

TV

VCR

VHF/UHF

OUT

TO

TV

IN from
ANT./CABLE

Cable TV
Converter Box

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS

I NCOM

PLETE

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING

ACT I ON KEY

P DT START

STOP CH

SPD

1 13 2:00p 3:20p 02

SLP

2 14

7:

00p 7:30p 10

SP

3

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

--

--

4 -- --:-- --:-- --

--

CANCEL:

ADD/DLT

SELECT :

SET :

END : PROG

AUTO CLOCK SET

PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

SELECT LANGUAGE

ENGL

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

TO

MANUAL

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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

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

Before Using

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

Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

Playback / Record on a Tape

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

Timer Recording

Timer Recording

• Timer Recording

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, INJURY TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE TO
THIS PRODUCT, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT.

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.

Safety Precautions

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

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this

PV-454S-K Basic-2 (031219) new form.p65 2003/12/22, 15:283

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.

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

• Never drop or push any object through openings in the

• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set

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 over-spray, 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.

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 manufacture’s service literature to ensure that the
video unit is in safe operating condition.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

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.

unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and
contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.

as this may cause electrical interference.
Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.

SERVICE

equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.

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.

LSQT0819A (E) Basic OP - Back

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.)

• Date of Purchase

• Dealer Purchased From

• Dealer Address

• Dealer Phone No.

• Model No.

• Serial No.

Accessories

Remote Control

EUR7723KA0

Loading the Batteries

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

Break off the tab to
prevent recording.

Record Tab

Screw driver

Record/Playback Time

Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.

Tape Speed

Setting

SP

(Standard Play)

SLP

(Super Long Play)

PV-454S-K

Batteries 2 “AA”

RF Coaxial Cable

LSJA0418

1) Open cover.

2) Insert batteries as
marked.

3) Close cover.

To record again

Cover the hole
with cellophane
tape.

Type of Video Cassette

T120

2 Hours

6 Hours 8 Hours

T160

2 Hours

40 Minutes

T180

3 Hours

9 Hours

Head Cleaning

Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.

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.

Built-in Head Cleaner

A clean video head helps produce a clear picture.
So, we have equipped your VCR with a built-in, non­chemical head cleaning system that helps prevent
clogging of the video heads. Cleaning is performed
each time you load or unload a video cassette.

• This feature is preventative only, If your video
heads are seriously clogged, consider the use of
a chemical non-abrasive head cleaning kit or
take your VCR to a Servicentre (p.12).

Cleaning the VCR

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.

Specifications

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

Power On

Approx. 18 W

Power Off

Approx. 0.95 W

Video Signal: EIA Standard NTSC colour
Video Recording 4 rotary heads helical

System: scanning system
Audio Track: 1 track (Normal)

Tuner
Broadcast Channels: VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69

CABLE Channels: Midband A ~ I (14 ~ 22)

Operating
Temperature: 5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)

2 channel (Hi-Fi Audio Sound)

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 Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 %
Weight: 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs).
Dimensions: 360 (W) x 93 (H) x 240 (D) mm

Note: Designs and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

14-3/16” (W) x 3-11/16” (H) x
9-7/16” (D) inch

Features for a Quality Picture

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)

/ operate as a

V-Lock control.

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Make all cable or antenna connections before plugging into an AC outlet.

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

Connecting (Select a method)

For ANT./Cable

Connect cable from

1

➛➛

VCR

➛

➛➛

➛➛

➛

➛➛

TV

Antenna/Cable to VCR’s IN
FROM ANT. jack.

Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV

2

2

jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack
with included RF Cable.

➛➛

For DSS/Cable Box

Connect your cable box’s OUT

1

➛

VCR

➛➛

➛➛

➛

➛➛

TV

jack to the VCR’s IN FROM
ANT. jack with an RF cable.

Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV

2

jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack with

2

included RF Cable.

Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

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 all connections.
Try tuning TV 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).

Plug VCR Power plug into an AC wall outlet.

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

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

3 Settings are made automatically.

When complete, this screen appears.

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

Manual Clock Set

If Auto Clock Set was incomplete.

1 Press ACTION* on remote to display

CLOCK menu.

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.

Notes

• Function buttons are void during Initial Setup.

• To eject a tape during Auto Set, press EJECT

on remote or STOP twice on VCR.
Then make settings manually. (See p. 11.)

• If Auto Clock Set takes more than 30 minutes,
press STOP and perform settings manually.
(See p. 11.)

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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Playback a Tape

1 Insert a tape.

• Loose or peeling labels

may cause tape jam.

• VCR power comes on. “VCR” lights
on Multi Function Display.

1

If Auto VCR/TV (see p. 10 of
Advanced Operations book) is set to

Record on a Tape

1

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

• 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.

“OFF,” press VCR/TV until “VCR”
lights on the Multi Function Display.

2

Press PLAY to play tape.

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

Special Features During Play

2 Press CH

select the channel

to

or NUMBER keys

.

• If channel number is over 100, first press 100

key then the other 2 digits.

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

Operations” book.

Forward/Reverse Scene Search

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

After search has begun, each additional

3

Press SPEED to set record speed (p. 3).

• SP = Standard Play

• SLP = Super Long Play

press of FF or REW changes speed.

1

Notes

• Picture interruption may occur with some TVs.

• FF and REW search speed may vary depending

4

Press REC to start recording.

• To edit, press PAUSE/SLOW to pause, and

again to resume recording.

Timer Recording

1 Press PROG* to display program screen.
2

3

1) Press

2) Set record DATE,
press

1~31= one time,
or DAILY= Monday~Friday,
or WEEKLY= same time
each week (see right).

3) Set remaining items,
press

LINE input (p. 9 of Advanced Operations book), and
tape speed (p. 3).
Then press

Press PROG to end programming.

To Enter More Programs
Press

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

.

to select:

to set START/ STOP times, CH (channel) or

to select.

to select and press to set an unused program.

Example

Today

Review, Replace, or Clear Program

(Recording is not in progress)

a Press PROG

to display program screen.

b

c

To Replace program...

or

To Clear program...

Press to select

desired program.

1) Press to display.

2) Repeat Step 2

(p. 6) to set new
programs.

Press ADD/DLT.

Cancel a Timer Recording

(Recording is in progress)

Press POWER and then STOP within 10

seconds to cancel the Timer Recording.
(The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi

Function Display.)

on current tape position.

• After 10 minutes in search mode, VCR returns to
Play mode to protect the tape and the video
heads.

Still (Freeze) Picture

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

Slow Motion Picture

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

Notes

• 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 3 minutes in Still or Slow mode, VCR

stops to protect the tape and the video heads.

3 Press STOP to stop tape.

Rapid Rewind/FF

Press REW or FF in Stop mode to

5

Press STOP to stop recording.

One Touch Recording

(recording in progress)

Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:

➛ 1 hr. ➛ 1:30 ➛ 2:00 ➛ 3:00

30 min.

➛ 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

Press VCR/TV in Stop or Pause mode.

(“VCR” lights on Multi Function Display),

➛ select channels on VCR.

Notes

• 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.

4

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

Notes

• 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.

d Press PROG to end the programming.

rewind or fast forward tape.

• Rewinds a T-120 tape in approx. 1 minute.

Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.

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.

Auto Operation Functions

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 ➛ Stop➛ Tape ejects if there is no record tab

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

➛ Tape end ➛ Rewind ➛ Stop

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

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*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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CH 0 8

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU

SET UP VCR

SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

REPEAT PLAY: OFF
AUTO

SHUT-

OFF: OFF

FRONT DISPLAY :

ON

AUTO

VCR/TV:

ON

TAPE SELECT :

T-120

SELE

CT :

SET:

EXIT

: ACT I ON

SET

UP V

CR

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU

SET UP VCR

SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

REPEAT PLAY: OFF

AUTO

SHUT-

OFF: OFF

FRONT DISPLAY : ON
AUTO

VCR/TV:

ON

TAPE SELECT : T-120

SELE

CT :

SET:

EXIT

: ACT I ON

SET

UP V

CR

SELECT :

SET

:

EXIT

: ACT I ON

ANT

ENNA

: CABLE

A

UTO SE

T

WEAK

S I GNAL D I

SPLAY:OFF

SET UP CHA

NNE

L

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK

SET UP CHANNEL

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

REPEAT PLAY: OFF
AUTO

SHUT-

OFF: OFF

FRONT DISPLAY :

ON

AUTO

VCR/TV: ON

TAPE SELECT :

T-120

SELE

CT :

SET:

EXIT

: ACT I ON

SET

UP V

CR

SELECT :
EXIT

: ACTION

SET:

MENU

SET UP VCR

SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH: 3

BLOQUEO DEL VCR:INACTBLOQUEO DEL VCR:INACTIVO

VCR LOCK OFF

REC

1 2 : 0 0A

M

0 : 25

CH 02

-0 : 1 2 : 3 4
SP

STER

EO
SAP
M

ONO

VCR
(HiFi)

IN FROM ANT.

OUT TO TV

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

TV

VHF/UHF

R
L

R
L

R

L

R

VCR
(HiFi)

1

2

3......

125

LINE

(CABLE)

69

(TV)

or

Special VCR Features

• Special VCR Features • Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing)

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Before Requesting Service

• Before Requesting Service • On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

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

www.panasonic.ca

PV-454S-K Advanced-1 (031219) new form.p65 2003/12/22, 15:281

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]

Printed in Indonesia

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Connection

(Rear connection shown.)

Connect VIDEO OUT jack on Playing VCR to VIDEO IN jack on Recording VCR.

1

To monitor the dubbing, also connect a TV as shown.

Connect AUDIO L/R OUT jacks on Playing VCR to AUDIO L/R IN jacks on Recording VCR.

2

In place of a Playing VCR, you can use other equipment, such as a Camcorder.
Simply connect the unit’s Audio/Video outputs to the Recording VCR.

Playing (Source) VCR Recording (Editing) VCR

1

Insert pre-recorded tape. Insert blank tape with record tab.

2

Press INPUT* to set VCR Input mode to LINE

for Video Input (Rear).
(See “Selecting the Input Mode” below.)

Press PLAY, then PAUSE/SLOW

3

immediately to enter PLAY/PAUSE mode.

Press REC, then PAUSE/SLOW immediately to
enter REC/PAUSE mode.

The operation of steps 4 and 5 must be done on both playing
and recording VCRs at the same time.

Press PLAY to start dubbing.

4

Playing VCR starts playback.

5

Press STOP to stop dubbing.

To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV

1 Turn your TV on and tune to the Recording

VCR channel (CH3 or CH4).

2 Set the VCR/ TV Selector on the Recording

VCR to “VCR.”

Press PAUSE/SLOW to start dubbing.
Recording VCR starts recording.

Press STOP to stop dubbing.

Selecting the Input Mode

Method 1:
Press INPUT repeatedly.

Channel Number

Method 2:
Press CH

/ .

↔↔

↔ LINE

↔↔

Display will change as below.

Note

• Dubbing tapes protected with Copy
Guard will have poor quality results.

•“L” lights on Multi-Function Display
(about 4 sec.) when LINE is selected.

• LINE : For rear audio/video connection.

Caution : Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be

copyright infringement.

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Auto Shut-Off Feature

The power shuts off at a preset time.

1 Press ACTION to display MENU.
2

3

4

Press ACTION

to return to normal screen.

Note

• The shut-off countdown will not
function during Play or Record.

VCR/TV Selection Feature

The VCR/TV selection can be set to auto or
manual.

1

Press ACTION to display MENU.

2

3

• OFF(Manual): You select “VCR” or “TV” mode

• ON(Auto): “VCR” mode is automatically set

Press ACTION

4

to return to normal screen.

Note

• For more on VCR/TV selection, see “Record one
station, watch another” and “Select channels on
VCR” sections (p. 5 of Basic Operations book).

VCR Lock Feature

When set to ON, all operations except for timer
record and tape eject are prohibited. Useful for
households with small children.

• VCR Lock cancels in 24 hours.

using the VCR/TV button on the
unit or remote.

when VCR is turned on, or in Play
mode.

Press to select
“SET UP VCR,”
and press

.

Press to select
“AUTO SHUT-OFF.”

Press

repeatedly to
change shutoff time as
shown below.

Press to select
“SET UP VCR,”
and press

Press

.

to select
“AUTO VCR/TV,”
and press

to set

“ON” or “OFF.”

To turn on, hold down REC
on the VCR in Stop mode with
no tape inserted for 7 sec.
(Please ignore the NO
CASSETTE warning.)

To turn off, repeat above.

Weak Signal Display ON/OFF Feature

When set to “ON,” picture is displayed regardless
of signal strength.

1

Press ACTION to display MENU.

2

3

Press to select

“SET UP CHANNEL,”
and press

Press

.

to select
WEAK SIGNAL
DISPLAY, and press
to set “ON” or “OFF.”

• O N : Picture is displayed even if signal
is very weak but quality may be poor.

OFF : Screen turns solid blue when signal

is weak or non-existent.

• Selecting “ON” has no effect on connected

equipment with blue back feature.

4 Press ACTION

to return to normal screen.

Multi Function Display
(Front Display) ON/OFF Feature

Multi Function Display (Front Display) can be
set to ON/OFF.

1

Press ACTION to display MENU.

2

3

• O N : When set to “ON,”
Multi Function Display is displayed
in Standby (OFF) mode.

OFF : When set to “OFF,”

Multi Function Display is not
displayed
If a Timer Program is set,
Multi Function Display is displayed.

Press to select
“SET UP VCR,”
and press

Press

.

to select
“FRONT DISPLAY,”
and press

to set

“ON” or “OFF.”

in Standby (OFF) mode.

4 Press ACTION

to return to normal screen.

REC

Multi Function Display

(Front Display)

*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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On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Function & Channel Displays

When a function button is
pressed, e.g. PLAY, or you
change channels,
a 5 second display
appears.

VCR Status & Clock Displays

To display or remove
overlay at right,

Function Status

➛ press DISPLAY*.

Rec Time Remaining

(OTR mode only.
See p. 5 of Basic
Operations book.)

Broadcast Audio
Being Received

Warning and Instruction Displays

OSD

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY

TURN VCR OFF
FOR TIMER RECORDING

CHECK CASSETTE
RECORD TAB

NO CASSETTE

TO CANCEL TIMER REC
PRESS POWER THEN
STOP KEY

VIDEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEANING
PLEASE INSERT HEAD
CLEANING CASSETTE
OR REFER TO MANUAL

END :PLAY

VCR LOCK ACTIVATED

If you attempt to set or review a Timer
Recording and the Clock is not set...

After a Timer Program has been set...

If you press REC on the remote
control or VCR, and a cassette is
inserted with no record tab...

If you press PLAY, FF, REW, or REC on
the remote control or VCR without a
cassette inserted...

If you press POWER or STOP during
a Timer Recording...
(visible in VCR mode only)

If head cleaning becomes necessary
while playing back a tape...

If you press a function button other
than STOP/EJECT or POWER while
the VCR is in VCR Lock mode...

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

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

Blank Tape/
No Video Signal Indications

When blank tape is detected during play, or
the current channel has no signal (with Weak
Signal Display feature (p. 10) set to OFF), the
TV screen will turn solid blue.

Current Time

Tape Speed

(See p. 3 of Basic

Operations book.)

These displays will alert you to a missed operation or
provide further instructions.

Caution

Page

See pages 6, 7 of
Basic Operations
book

See pages 6, 7 of
Basic Operations
book

See page 3 of Basic
Operations book

See page 5 of Basic
Operations book

See pages 6, 7 of
Basic Operations
book

See page 3 of Basic
Operations book

See page 10

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Channel

Counter

Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your VCR.

(BO : refers to “Basic Operations” Instruction book.) (AO : refers to “Advanced Operations” Instruction book.)

Power

No power…

Correction

• Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet.

• Press POWER button on.

• Make sure power source is active.

Recording & Playback

TV program cannot be recorded...

Correction

• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and
TV.

• Check connections selection. (BO p. 4, AO p. 3)

• Make sure your antenna system (CABLE or TV) is correctly

set. (Channels [BO p. 11])

• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)

Timer recording cannot be
performed…

• Confirm that clock is set to current time and date.

• Make sure Cable/DSS box (if used) is left on and tuned to

channel to be recorded.

• Set recording start/stop times correctly. (BO p. 6, 7)

• Make sure VCR POWER button is pressed off. (BO p. 6, 7)

• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a

power interruption occurs before or during a Timer
Recording, even after power is restored.

There is no playback picture, or the
playback picture is noisy or contains
streaks...

• Select channel 3 or 4 on TV to match VCR output channel
(3 or 4) (BO p. 4) or select LINE.

• Set VCR/TV selector to “VCR.”

• Adjust TRACKING control in either direction. (BO p. 3)

• Try Head Cleaning. (BO p. 3)

Special effects playback picture
may contain some vertical jitter

• Set TV’s Vertical Hold Control to MANUAL, then adjust.

when using a TV with an Automatic
Vertical Hold Control...

VCR cannot be controlled...

• Make sure VCR power is on.

• Check Remote batteries.

• Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (AO p. 10)

• Make sure Timer Record is not in progress.

Remote Control

VCR cannot be remote controlled...

Correction

• Make sure VCR power is on.

• Make sure Remote is in VCR mode.

• Aim Remote Control directly at remote sensor on VCR.

(BO p. 10)

• Avoid any object blocking signal path.

• Check Remote batteries. (BO p. 3)

• Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (AO p. 10)

• Exposing VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or

outdoor light may cause signal interference.

ACTION and PROG buttons do not
respond...

• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and
TV.

• Press VCR button for VCR mode. (AO p. 2)

• Check Remote batteries. (BO p. 3)

Miscellaneous

Programs cannot be viewed on TV...

Correction

• Make sure TV power is on.

• Make sure TV is tuned to VCR's output channel (3 or 4).

• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and

TV.

• Set VCR/TV selector to “TV.” (BO p. 5, AO p.10)

• Make sure proper signal source is selected.

Video cassette cannot be inserted...

• Insert the cassette with window side up; record tab facing
you.

• Check if a tape is already in the unit.

Video cassette cannot be removed...
Video cassette ejects when a

recording is started or the power is

• Confirm Power Plug is fully inserted into an AC outlet.

• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)

turned off for timer recording...
In Stop mode, the motor

(CYLINDER) continues to rotate...

• To enable Quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for
about 5 minutes. This reduces response time from Stop to
Play mode and from Play to Rewind Search mode.

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Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

(Advanced Operations)

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

Model No. PV-454S-K

Table of Contents

Multi-Brand Control Feature ............................................ 2

Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS) .............................. 3

MTS Broadcast................................................................ 4

VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System................................................ 5

Tape Operation ............................................................ 6, 7

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ...................................... 9

Special VCR Features .................................................. 10

On-Screen Displays (OSD) ........................................... 11

Before Requesting Service ........................................... 12

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

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

For assistance, please call : 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca

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