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Things You Should Know

Congratulations

on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and

reliable products on the market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information at

right. The serial number is on the tag located on the

back of your VCR. You'll want to keep this manual handy as your convenient VCR information source.

rDatft of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No Model No Serial No_______

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PV-4614

Safety Precautions

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

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

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this 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.

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards and Precautions..................................................................................................3

Unpacking Your VCR and Features.......................................................................................................4

VCR and Cassette Information (Record Tab, Tape Speeds, Tape Cleaning, Specifications)

Connections

Basic Connection (Antenna and VCR, VCR and TV).............................................................................................6, 7

Additional Connections (CATV, AudioA/ideo).......................................................................................................8, 9

Getting Started

One Time VCR Setup (On-screen Language, Channel Memory, Auto Clock Set) On Screen Displays (OSD) (Function, Channel, Menu, VCR Status & Clock, Warning, Instruction)

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Basic Operation

Playback a Tape (Main Operation, Special Effects, Quality Picture Features)........................................................ 14

Record On a Tape (Main Operation, One Touch Record, Channel Selection, Rapid Tune)................................... 15

Tape Operation (Repeat Play, Zero Search, Auto Functions, Commercial Advance)..................................... 1 S'^'l 9

More You Can Do

Timer Recording (Main Operation, Cancel-Clear or Replace, Program Contents)..........................................20, 21

Timer Recording Using VCR Buttons..................................................................................................21

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) (Connection, Main Operation. Monitoring, Select Input Mode)

Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, Warning Beeper)..............................................................................................23

VCR Plus-H Set Up (Cable Box Set Up, VCR Plus-r Channel Set Up)........................................................... 24, 25

VCR Plus+ Programming (Main Operation, Make Corrections)..............................................................................26

Multi-Brand Control Feature.................................................................................................................27

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10, 11, 12

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Other Information

Before Requesting Service (Self-check items)....................................................................................................... 28

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia para rápida consulta..................................................................29, 30

Index of Controls (Remote Control, VCR) .................................................................................31, Back Cover

Important Safeguards and Precautions

INTRODUCTION

Careful attention has been given to this Video product to assure a quality standard devoted to your safety and enjoyment. This quality standard together with your personal responsibility for the safety of yourself and others, will contribute to your enjoyment. This Video product uses electrical energy and requires proper handling at all times.

I CAUTION

READ AND RETAIN THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To make full use of the safeguards incorporated in this unit, read and follow this basic guide, adopted in part from Underwriter's

Laboratories Standard 1409, Second Edition, before operating this Video product.

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND BE SURE TO HEED ALL

WARNINGS on unit and in the manual, for easy maintenance,

proper and trouble free operation of this Video product.

INSTALLATION

OPERATE FROM A POWER SOURCE INDICATED on this Video product, or in this Manual. Your Electric Utility Service

Company or Video Products Dealer will be happy to verify the power source in your home. THE GROUNDED OR POLARIZED PLUG IS A SAFETY FEATURE

This Video product may be equipped with either a polarized

2-wire AC line plug or a 3- wire grounding type plug. The two

wire polarized plug (having one blade wider than the other)

will fit into the power outlet only one way. If it is a three wire

grounding type plug (having a third pin), it will fit into a

grounding type outlet.

DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THE GROUNDED

OR POLARIZED PLUG by tampering with it. If the plug does

not fit fully into the socket, try reversing it. If you should still be unable to fully insert the plug into the socket, you may find that a proper outlet is needed to meet today's Electrical Standards. An electrician will replace your outlet safety. POWER SUPPLY CORDS SHOULD BE PROTECTED and

3. routed so that they are not likely to have anything rest on

them, roll over them, or be subject to walking traffic or abuse: particularly at plug-ins, convenience receptacles, or cord exit points from the unit. Where an extension is needed, use a grounded or polarized cord. HAZARDOUS FRAYED CORDS OR DAMAGED PLUGS

SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE

TECHNICIAN.

OVERLOADED WALL OUTLETS AND EXTENSION

CORDS PRESENT DANGEROUS RISKS OF FIRE OR

ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

AVOID BLOCKING VENTILATION HOLES Your video unit has ventilation openings in its cabinet to

release heat generated during operation. Blocking these opening can cause heat build-up inside the unit, causing failure that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes. For protection: a. Never cover the bottom ventilation slots or the unit with

soft material, or operate the unit placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or soft accessory.

b. Avoid built-in installations, such as a bookcase or rack,

unless proper ventilation is provided.

AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE such as placing the unit near or over a radiator, in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or

transporting it suddenly between areas of extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the unit.

TO AVOID INJURY TO A CHILD, ADULT; OR COSTLY DAMAGE:

a. Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping surface

or any heavy object or unit. (Use the unit in a horizontal position and do not place anything heavy on it.)

b. Support for the unit should be adequately firm, level, and

strong. Replace any unstable cart, table or support. 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.

c. Carefully follow all operating instructions and use the

manufacturer's recommended accessories when operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment.

OUTSIDE ANTENNA, EQUIPMENT, AND POWERLINE EXPOSURE

INSURE SAFE ANTENNA

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

i: DtscHARGE UNIT antenna or cable system is

CONDUCTORS some protection against built

(NtcSECTION»id-iti up static charges and voltage GROUND CLAMPS surges. Part 1 of the Canadian owER SERVICE Electrical Code, in USA

ELECTRODE SYSTEM Section 810 of the National ,NEc*BTiM.P*RT«, Electrical Code, ANSl/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. ELIMINATE ANTENNA PROXIMITY TO HIGH VOLTAGE POWER

2. SOURCES, OR CHANCE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT BY INSTALLER An outside antenna system should be located where it will never be

reached by power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it will never contact these power sources if it falls. Installer should use extreme care to avoid possible fatal contact by touching power lines, circuits or other power sources when installing an outside antenna.

USE

AFTER STORING OR WHEN MOVING THE UNIT. REFER TO THE INSTALLATION SECTION OF THE SAFEGUARDS.

1. DO NOT USE THIS VIDEO UNIT NEAR WATER: around bathtubs, sinks, laundry, wet basement, swimming pool or any water source.

USE ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED ONLY BY THE

MANUFACTURER to avoid risk of fire, shock or other hazards.

UNPLUG ALL EQUIPMENT EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

STRONG IMPACT AND GET A QUALIFIED INSPECTION

If your unit has been exposed to rain, water, excessive moisture, or

subjected to strong impact, unplug it and have it inspected by a service technician before use.

4. UNPLUG UNUSED UNIT, AND ALL EQUIPMENT DURING A STORM

A During a lightning storm, when indoors or outdoors, or before

leaving unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from power source, antenna and cable system.

5. UNPLUG ALL EQUIPMENT BEFORE CLEANING. After unit has been unplugged use a dry, clean, chemically untreated cloth. Use

no cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or

soak into the unit, and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may affect the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may affect internal parts. WHEN PLUGGED-IN: KEEP WATER AWAY; NO FINGERS

* INSIDE NOR ANY OBJECTS INSIDE; AND NO MAGNETS OR

Z!A ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE NEARBY.

a. Never operate the unit if liquid has been spilled into it.

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,

b. Caution the children about dropping or pushing objects into the

unit. Some parts inside carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock. Objects dropped in electrical equipment can cause fire hazards.

c. Separate the unit from any interference causing appliances.

Placing the unît directly above or below your TV set may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.

SERVICE

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF. If this Video product does not operate as described, when the detailed Operating Instructions are followed, do not attempt to open or

remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the manual. Attempting to service this unit yourself may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

CHECK ON REPLACEMENT PARTS REQUIRED. Be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original

part. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

HAVE TECHNICIAN PERFORM SAFETY CHECK described in the manufacture's service literature, after any service or repairs, to

determine that the Video unit is in safe operating order.

AND CABLE CONNECTIONS

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the equipment, be sure the

grounded so as to provide

Unpacking Your VCR and Features

Unpacking Your VCR

The accessories shown below are provided to help you use or set up your VCR. Optional accessories are also listed.

Accessories

Remote Control

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RF Coaxial Cable VJAS0183

Load the batteries in the Remote Control

Lift off the lid after pressing in and up on the latch with your thumb nail or other narrow object.

Install two batteries as indicated inside the

Battery Compartment.

Fit the lid's hinge piece into the indent on the case, and snap lid into place.

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries. (Also, never mix alkaline with manganese batteries.)

Product Features

All Channel Auto Set/181-CH TV/CATV Tuner.............................................................................................. 10

Auto Clock Set..........................................................................................................................................10, 11

Auto Daylight Saving Time.................................................................................................................................5

Auto Operation Functions (Auto Playback, Rewind, Tape Eject, Power off)

Auto Repeat Function...................................................................................................................................... 16

Commercial Advance.........................................................................................................................17, 18, 19

Digital Auto Picture...........................................................................................................................................14

Easy-to-Read English/Spanish/French On Screen Displays......................................................10, 11,20, 21

Multi Brand TV/Cable Box Remote Control.....................................................................................................27

One Month, 8 Program Timer Recording..................................................................................................20, 21

One Touch Recording (OTR)...........................................................................................................................15

Program Director Remote Control............................................................................................................20, 21

Quick Play Mechanism.....................................................................................................................................28

Rapid Tune......................................................................................................................................................15

Special Effects Playback..................................................................................................................................14

Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, Warning Beeper)......................................................................................23

VCR Plus+ Recording........................................................................................................................ 24, 25, 26

Zero Search.................................................................................................................................................... 16

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VCR and Cassette Information

Erase Protection (Record Tab)

Cassettes have a record tab to ensure that

recordings are not accidentally erased.

To prevent accidental erasure, break off the tab

with a screwdriver.

To record again, cover the hole with cellophane tape.

Maximum Record/Playback Time

Only use tapes with thelVHSImark in this unit.

Tape Speed Position

SP (Standard Play)

LP (Long Play)

SLP (Super Long Play)

Type of Video Cassette

T60

1 Hour

2 Hours

3 Hours

T120 T160

2 Hours

4 Hours

6 Hours

2 Hours

40 Minutes

5 Hours

20 Minutes

8 Hours

Reset all VCR Memory Functions

This operation is convenient when moving the VCR to a new location, or if a mistake was made in the One Time VCR Setup section. Make sure a tape is not inserted in the VCR.

1) Turn VCR Power on.

2) Press and hold both Play and Rewind buttons on the VCR for more than 5 seconds.

• The power will shut off.

3) Perform the One Time VCR Setup section on page 10.

[ D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Tirriej^

Spring:

First Sunday in April (DAYLIGHT SAVING TiME:AUTO)

Automatically adds one hour and adjusts the clock.

NORMAL TIME

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

Autumn:

Last Sunday in October (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME; AUTO) Automatically turns back one hour and adjusts

the clock.

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.

3:00 a.m. 4:00 a.m.

1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.

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[ Cleaning Care for Video Heads

Clogged Video

Head Picture

Clogged Video Heads

While your VCR will not normally require head cleaning, however the heads may become clogged when playing an old or damaged tape. If the image on your screen resembles the illustration on the left or the screen becomes solid blue when playing back a pre-recorded signal on the tape, the heads probably require cleaning.

Cleaning the Heads

It is recommended that head cleaning be performed by

a qualified service technician. Please contact your

nearest Panasonic Service Center. An alternate solution is to obtain a head cleaning cassette. Be sure

to follow the cleaning instructions carefully. Excessive

use of a cleaning cassette could shorten head life. Use this cassette only when symptoms occur.

Blue Back

(During playback of

pre-recorded tape)

Blue Back

Screen

NORMAL TIME

1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.

Product Specifications

Power Source: 120V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption: Approx. 18 watts (Power on)

Approx. 6 watts (Power off)

Video Signal: E!A Standard NTSC color Video Recording System: 4 rotary heads helical

scanning system

Audio Track: Tuner:

Broadcast Channels CATV Channels:

Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Weight: Dimensions:

Note:

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

1 track (Normal) VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69

Midband A through I (14-22) Superband J through W (23-36) Hyperband AA-EEE (37-64) Lowband A-5-A-1 (95-99) Special CATV channel 5A (01) Ultraband 65-94,100-125 4rF-104°F (5“C-40°C) 10%-75%

8.2 lbs. (3.7 Kg) 14-3/16” (W)X 3-1/2” (H)X 11-1/4” (D)

360 (W)X89 (H)X 285(D) mm

Basic Connection

Connect the VCR to your TV with the RF Coaxial Cable (OUT TO TV).

Between Antenna and VCR

Between VCR and TV

Case 1: Twin Lead Cable Only

To VCR Terminal

SI®

(Flat) Twin Lead 300 300-75 ohm Transformer Ohm Cable (not supplied)

Case 2: Twin Lead & Coaxial Cables

UHF/VHF Band Mixer (not supplied)

Case 1: Screw & Plug Type Terminal

UHFA/HF Band Separator ^V (not supplied)

^ B)to:

RF Coaxial Cable

Case 2: Screw Type Terminal

Case 3: Double Screw Type Terminal

VHF

UHF

(Round) 75 Ohm coaxial Cable

Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables

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

To VCR Terminal

UHF/VHF Band Separator (not supplied)

Case 4; Complex TV Terminal

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET

VHF

UHF

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

Additional Connections

CATV(Cable) Connections

All connections on this page are made with 75 Ohm coaxial cables.

r Without a Converter/Descrambler Box

You can:

1) Use your VCR Remote Control to select channels.

2) Program one or more unscrambled channels for unattended recording.

VCR

IN FROM ANT.

NOTE: You cannot record or view scrambled

channels with this connection.

IN from

CABLE

-With a (CABLE to VCR) Converter/Descrambler Box

You can:

1) Record and view any channel including scrambled channels: channel selection must be made at the Cable TV Converter Box.

2) Program one channel for unattended recording.

With a (VCR to TV) Converter/Descrambler Box

You can:

1) Use your VCR Remote Control to select channels.

2) Program unattended recordings of more than one unscrambled channel.

VCR

OUT TO TV

NOTE: You cannot record scrambled channels with

this connection.

r With Two Converter/Descrambler Boxes

If you want to record and view a combination of scrambled and unscrambled channels, you will need additional equipment. This connection requires two converter boxes, an A/B switch, and a 2-way splitter as shown here.

IN from

CABLE

OUT

Cable TV Converter Box

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Converter Box 1

IN FROM ANT.

VCR

OUT TO TV

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You can:

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scrambled channels; channel selection must be made at the DSS Receiver.

2) Program one channel for unattended recording.

NOTE: The DSS receiver must be turned

off to view programs from a cable box or antenna. See the DSS manual for details.

‘DSS® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, INC., a unit of GM Hughed Electronics.

IN FROM CABLE or

Audio/Video Connections

If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN terminals, you can connect your VCR to them to receive a higher quality picture and sound. The antenna-VCR and VCR*TV connection is as shown.

Audio/Video Connections

VHF/UHF

VIDEO IN

1 Connect the VIDEO OUT terminal on the VCR to the VIDEO IN terminal of your TV. 2 Connect the AUDIO OUT terminals on the VCR to the AUDIO IN terminals of your TV. 3 Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV (Monitor/Receiver) to “VIDEO."

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

Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV 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.

One^TimeV^RSetug^

When the VCR power is first turned on, the language select and channel auto set screen appear automatically followed by a prompt to set the clock.

IV^Check list before you begin.

□ All TV and VCR connections are made.

(See pages 6-9.)

POWER

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VCR/TV CHANNEL

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To Set Language, Channel and Clock

' Turn TV on and VCR on.

TV is set to VCR channel (the Same one you set on the back of the VCR CH3 or CH4.) (See pages.)

VCR/TV

Push VCR CH A for English on-screen displays.

Push VCR CH T for Spanish on-screen

displays.

Push VCR/TV for French on-screen displays.

SELECT LANGUAGE

PUSH VCR CH a: ENGLISH PULSE VCR CH T; ESPAÑOL APP. VCR/TV FRANÇAIS

If you set the wrong language,

see the “Reset all VCR Memory Functions" section on page 5.

Using the Select/Set Wheel

There are basically two types of Wheel operation.

' Selecting items from an on-screen display. * Entering information, such as setting the clock.

OPERATION

Rotate

(up or down)

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Push

(like a button)

«OTATE TO SELECT

• You can also set by using the same buttons on the VCR.

This screen appears a few seconds later.

Push MENU for “YES”

or PROG for “NO."

• If YES, continue with next step. If NO, go to step 8.

PROG

Rotate and push the

WHEEL to Select your

equipment connection

method.

• If “CABLE/DSS BOX-VCR-

TV", continue with next step. If not, go to step 8.

Rotate and push the WHEEL to set Cable Box or DSS Receiver output channel (the channel you tune the TV to in order to watch cable or

DSS stations).

• If you are using Audio/Video jack connection for your cable box, select and set “VIDEO

OUT” as the output channel.

ARE YOU USING A CABLE BOX OR DSS RECEIVER?

PUSH MENU KEY : YES PUSH PROG. KEY : NO

- CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP SELECT YOUR CABLE BOX OH

DSS RECEIVER SET UP.

ABLE/OSS BOX-VCR-TV

vcr-cablE/dss box-tv

SELECT SET END

- CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP ENTER CABLE BOX OR OSS RECEIVER

SELECT : SET PUSH WHEEL END.

ROTATE WHEEL

PUSH WHEEL PUSH MENU KEY

OUTPUT CHANNEL

ROTATE WHEEL

PUSH MENU KEY

to make selection to enter selection

Turn on the cable box and set it to the PBS channel in your time zone.

• If you use a DSS receiver, it must be turned off.

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