Panasonic PV-840F User Manual

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

FOR YOUR SAFETY^EAD AND OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

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

INSTALLATION

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in this manual, if necessaiy, have your Electric Utiiity 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 wilt 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 it also has either a polarized or grounded plug and that the

cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords, damaged and should be replaced by a qualified service technician.

Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and

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

damage to cassettes.

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

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ay of walking traffic. If an extension cord is used, make sure af&

plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous

should be avoided.

unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heal 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.

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme temperature variation. If №e unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense in the unit and on the tape.

• 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 vrith care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and carl combination to overturn.

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

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. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code) 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.

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KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES

OR CIRCUITS

An outside antenna system should be located welt 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 m the hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

If the unit has been in stor^e 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 elecfric 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 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.

SERVICE

DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF

If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions, this Video product does not operate property, 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.

IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED

Make sure the sen/ice 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.

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 insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition.

Safety Precautions

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

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

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For assistance, cail 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

Table of Contents

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

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

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

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

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

Playback a Tape (Slow Motion, Stlll picture. Frame by Frame) Record On a Tape

• One Touch Recording

\ Advanced Connections (Cabie/oss, AudioA/ideo)..............................................10,11

Timer Recording

/ • Timer Recording • Review, Replace or Clear

Using VCR Buttons

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

Tape Operation.........................................................................................16-18

• VMS Index Search System.... 16, 17 • Zero Search ..............................18

• Auto Operation Functions

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

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)

Special VCR Features..............................................................................20 - 25

• Channel Caption

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

• Remote Warning ON/OFF

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12 Program Contents

17 * One Minute Skip.........................18

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20, 21 • VCR Lock

24 • Auto Shut-Off

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Other /

Information!

Reset Language, Channels, Clock

VCR & Cassette Information

• Reset all VCR Memory Functions.. 28 • Head Cleaning

• DST (Daylight Saving Time)

• Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure . 28 • Specifications.............................29

• Record/Playback Time....................28 • Features for Quality

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28 • Cleaning the VCR

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

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

• VCR Status & Clock Display... 30 Instruction Displays

Before Requesting Service

Service Center List

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Warranty................................................................................................33

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

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

Qujck Use Guide (Playback, Recording)

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Back Cover

Before Using Basic Connection

Congratulations

on your purchase ot one of the most sophisticated and

reliable products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your VCR.

ANTENNA

(See page 5)

• Date of Purchase

• Dealer Purchased From

• Dealer Address________________________

• Dealer Phone No.______________________

• Model No

•Serial No

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Accessories

□ Remote Control

VSQS1560

□ Batteries 2 "AA”

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□ RF Coaxial Cable

VJAS0196

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To order accessories, call toll free 1-800-332-5368.

Loading the Batteries

1) Open the cover.

2) Insert the batteries as marked.

3) Close the cover.

r~l Battery replacement caution

♦ Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

the same one you set in step 3.

-WARNING

When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.

For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

1 Between ANT, and VCR

2 Between VCR and TV

Case 1: Twin Lead Cable Only

To VCR Terminal

From Antenna

300-75 ohm

(Flat) Twin Lead 300 Ohm Cable

Case 2: Twin Lead & Coaxial Cables

T ransformer (not supplied)

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UHFA/HF Band Mixer

(not supplied)

^==£33

(Round) 75 Ohm coaxial Cable

To VCR Terminal

Case 1: Screw & Plug Type Terminal

UHFA/HF Band Separator (not supplied)

RF Coaxial Cable

Case 2: Screw Type Terminal

75-300 ohm Transformer (not supplied)

=£33

Case 3: Double Screw Type Terminal

UHF/VHF Band Separator (not supplied)

VHF

UHF

VHF

Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables

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300-75 ohm Transformer (not supplied)

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

To VCR Terminal

UHF

I Case 4: Complex TV Terminal

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET

Split out

ANT2

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

One Time VCR Setup

When VCR is turned on the first time,

setup mode is entered automatically.

Turn the TV and VCR on.

Press POWER.

Tune to VCR output channel.

SELECT LANGUAGE

PUSH VCR CH A: ENGLISH OPRIMIR VCR CH T:ESPAÑOL APP. VCR/TV : FRANÇAIS

(TV Screen)

Tune TV to CH3 or CH4.

(Same as back of VCR)

Always tune TV to this channel to

monitor the VCR.

If you used audio/video jack connection,

tune the TV to its video input.

Select the language.

Use remote or VCR buttons. If wrong language is set, do “Reset all VCR Memory Functions" steps on page 28.

Process of Setup

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for French

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1 POWER 3 VCR/TV

CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE AND IF YOU USE A CABLE BOX, TUNE I T TO YOUR

LOCAL PBS CH THEN, . .

PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

AUTO CLOCK SET

PROCEEDING

( Case 1 ] ^ (Setup completed)

1/ 4/2000 TUE 12:00PM

SETTING : CH 02

AUTO CLOCK SET

COMPLETED

: PUSH CH UP KEY

END

OST:ON

Start Channel Auto Set and Clock Auto Set.

Press CH A.

Press CH A to exit.

• If your area observes DST (daylight saving

time), but the time is incorrect; do the Time Zone Adjust" steps on page 27.

[ Case 2 ] V {Setup incomplete)

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

PUSH ACTION TO SET CLOCK

See next page.

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For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA{7262]

[ Case 2) Clock Setup incomplete.

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

PUSH

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SELECT MONTH

ACTION TO SET CLOCK

SELECT

A ▼ KEY ► KEY

SET

ACTION KEY

END

Set the clock manually.

• Likewise, set date, year, time,

To Make Corrections, repeatedly press ► to move to error, then correct.

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SET CLOCK

1/ 4/2000 TUE 12:00PM

ET COMPLETED

SET ► KEY START :ACT ION KEY

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DST:ON

1) Press ACTION.

2) Press AW to select month.

3) Press ► to set.

DST (Daylight Saving Time).

4) Press ACTION. (Clock starts.)

• To exit this mode,

press ACTION again.

SELECT/ SET

A:PLAY ▼ :STOP ◄ :REW ► ;FF

ACTION

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

Channel auto set selects normal TV or Cable channels depending on your VCR hookup.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET

• Auto clock set is performed the first time the VCR is turned off each day. If used, a cable box must be left on and tuned to the PBS channel at the time VCR power is turned off if you want auto clock set to be done.

• If used, a DSS receiver must be turned off lor auto clock set.

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

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Using AWM ► keys —

You can also operate the menu screen using VCR buttons.

If you use VCR buttons, press CH A and CH T together to display the menu screen.

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

On Remote

^6^

On VCR

a: PLAY

▼: STOP ◄ : REW ► : FF

Playback a Tape

STOP/ EJECT

Check list before you begin.

D All connections are made. □ TV and VCR are plugged in. □ TV is turned on and set to the VCR channel (CH 3 or 4).

D Remote is in VCR mode.

Insert a cassette.

• VCR power comes on and VCR appears on VCR display.

Press PLAY.

• Playback begins if cassette has no record tab.

To Find a Particular Scene Forward Search -> Press FF. Reverse Search --> Press REW.

For Slow Motion --> Press SLOW.

(To release, press SLOW.)

For Still (Freeze) picture --> Press PAUSE.

(To release, press PAUSE.)

For Frame by Frame picture --> Press SLOW in Still mode.

(To release, press PAUSE.)

• To reduce picture noise, see "Manual Tracking Control" on page 29.

• After the VCR is in Still or Slow mode for 3 minutes, it will switch to Stop mode automatically to protect the tape and the video head.

• To prevent tape jam

Inspect your cassette tapes and remove any loose or peeling labels.

To Stop --> Press STOP. To rewind tape --> Press REW in Stop mode. To fast forward tape --> Press FF in Stop mode.

To eject tape --> Press STOP/ EJECT on the VCR.

Playback using VCR controls

11nsert a cassette.

2 Press PLAY.

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Press to stop and/ or

eject tape.

Record On a Tape

*lmportant;

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

Check list before you begin.

Q All connections are made.

D TV is turned on and set to the VCR channel (CH 3 or 4).

□ Cassette with record tab in place. Q Remote in VCR mode.

Insert a cassette.

• VCR power comes on automatically.

Select Channel.

Press CH A/V* or NUMBERED keys.

•To select “LINE", see page 19.

• To select channels over 100, first press 100 key, then enter remaining two digits.

Select Recording speed.

(See page 28.)

Press SPEED.

• SP = Standard Play LP = Long Play SLP = Super Long Play

• Selected speed is displayed on TV screen and VCR display.

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

Start Recording.

Press REC/TIME.

• To edit out unwanted portions,

press PAUSE to pause and resume recording.

I To stop "> Press STOP. I One Touch Recording

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

• The VCR turns itself off at a preset time.

►Normal Rec—►0:30—►l:00-.v

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4:00-*-3:00-*—2:00-^1:30

I Record One Program While Watching Another

Press VCR/TV--> “VCR” disappears on VCR display

--> Select Channel at the TV.

■ Selecting Channel at the VCR

Press VCR/TV"> “VCR” appears on VCR display

--> Select Channel at the VCR.

Advanced Connections

_ / ^ i- Make sure to tune TV to VCR output channel the same one you

CATV Connection set on back of VCR: CH3 or CH4.

All connections on these pages are made with 75 Ohm coaxial cables.

■ With a Cable Box (Cable Box^VCR)

/ ANT ,

I or I

\ CATV /

With a Cable Box (VCR^ Cable Box)

/' ant \

I or I

\ CATV !

With Two Cable Boxes

CABLE BOX

VCR

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

! IN FROM ANT.(

OUT TO TV

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CABLE BOX

/ ANT \

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V CATV /

■ SATELLITE

DSS RECEIVER

For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

You Can

You Cannot

AudioA/ideo Connections

record or view any (including scrambled) channel.

use VCR Remote Control to select channels using Multi-

brand control feature.

• view any (including scrambled) channel.

• use VCR Remote Control to select channels without using Multi-brand control feature.

• record and view both scrambled and unscrambled channels if additional equipment is added. This connection requires: two converter boxes. an A/B switch, and a 2-way splitter.

view channel

other than the one selected for any

type of recording.

do a Timer recording of a channel unless you select it at the cable box.

• record scrambled channels.

• view channel other than the one

selected for any

type of recording.

• do a Timer recording of a channel unless you select it at the cable box.

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

• record and view any (including scrambled) channel.

• use your VCR

Remote Control to

select channels

using Multi-brand

control feature.

NOTE: DSS receiver must be turned off to view cable box or antenna programs.

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

• do a Timer recording of a channel unless you select it at the DSS Receiver.

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.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.

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

Timer Recording

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

Display menu. Display program

Press ACTION/ M O

You can also set up using VCR buttons. See the bottom right of this page.

^ \J 1) Press PROG.

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If a program is already in memory, press AT and to select an unused program number.

2) Go to step 4.

Check list before you begin.

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Q All connections are made.

(See pages 4~5.)

□ TV and VCR are plugged in and turned on. Q VCRyTV selector is set to “VCR." Q Clock is set to correct lime. □ Record tab in place. (See page 20.) □ Remote in VCR mode.

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SET UP VCR

SET UP FEATURE

SET CLOCK SET UP CHANNEL

IDlOMA/LANGUE:ENGLISH SELECT:* ▼ KEY SET :► KEY END : ACT

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TIMER PROGRAM

SET END

qAteI/ start stop ch

I ON KEY

SET UP FEATURE ----------------

:► KEY : ACTI ON KEY

7 FRI

T(DbAt\

category :N/A SLP

SELECT START DATE

SELECT;* ▼ KEY SET :► KEY END :PROG/ACTION KEY

Example ^8—9

Today — 7 SELECTA / T Selection Order DAILY

^ I I Channel (or LINE for

............

L WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY outside source), Category“

(SA-n

Display SET UP FEATURE.

1) Press AT to select.

2) Press ► to display.

Display Program screen.

1) Press ► to display.

• If a program is already in memory, press AT and ► to select an unused program number.

Set the recording DATE.

1) Press AT to select.

2) Press ► or ◄ to set.

1-31 = One time DAILY = MON-FRI WEEKLY = Same time

31 —1— 2........6—^ Repeat step 4 to set:

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(MON) (SUN) tape speed (SP, LP, SLP).

once a week

7 POWER

SELECT/

OSET

^ A:PUY

T:STOP

5 ◄:REW

► :FF

1 PROG

1 ACTION

DATE START STOP

8 SAT 10:00P 12:00P 02

TODAY CATEGORY:MOV IE

SET COMPLETED

WISH TO MAKE NOTES:* KEY

SET ► KEY END :PR0G/ACT10N KEY

DATE START STOP

8 S AT 1 0: 00 P 12 :0 0P 02

TODAY CATEGORY;MOV IE NOTES :fl------------------

MAKE NOTES

SELECT:* ▼ KEY SET :► KEY END :PROG/ACTION KEY

-Important notes when using a DSS receiver-

Make the notes.

ABC

• If not wanted, go to step 6.

1) Press A to begin.

2) Press AT to select.

3) Press ► to set.

• Characters will change in

the following order. + Z**BLANK«--^*&-—I

4) Press PROG (or ACTION) to end.

ABC

Continued on the next page.

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

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

For assistance, call 1-800-211-PANA(7262).

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"Category Items

N/A(not applicable), SPORTS, MOVIE, COMEDY, MUSIC, DRAMA

— Using AT"^ ► keys

You can also operate the menu screen using VCR buttons.

If you use VCR buttons, press CH A and CHT together to display the menu screen.

On Remote On VCR

When menu screens are displayed, PLAY, STOP, REWIND, and FF buttons function as AT^ ► only.

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A; PLAY ▼; STOP ◄ :REW ► : FF

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