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Instructions

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Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. (Guía para rápida

consulta en español está ineludo.)

Quick Use Guide Is on the back cover.

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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, it
will bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Please fill in the information at right. Tfie serial number
is on the tag located on the back of your VCR.

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Safety Precautions

Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

This video recorder, equipped with the HQ {High Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
Only use those tapes with the № 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

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have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous

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 • Product Features............................................................................................................ 4

VCR and Cassette Information (Record Tab, Tape speeds, Head Cleaning. DST., Specifications)

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

Other Connections (cable, AudioA/ideo)........................................................................................................ 8, 9

Location of Controls (Remote Control, VCR) ............................................................................................. 10, 11

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

Playback a Tape (Main Operation, Special Effects, Quality Picture Features)
Record On a Tape (Main Operation, One Touch Record, Channel Selection)

Timer Recording (Main Operation, Cancel, Clear or Replace Program Contents)

Special VCR Features (Channel Caption, Time Stamp, Blue back ON/OFF, VCR Lock, Warning Beeper)... 20 - 22
Tape Operation (Repeat Play, One Minute Skip, Zero Search, Auto Functions, Index Search)
MTS Broadcast/ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System (Stereo/SAP/Mono Broadcast, Select Audio Mode)

Multi-Brand Control Feature........................................................................................................................ 28, 29

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

Before Requesting Service (Seif-check items)................................................................................................... 31

Service Center List.............................................................................................................................................. 32

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide............................................................................................................................ 34, 35

Quick Use Guide................................................................................................................................. Back Cover

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FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUC
TIONS. 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 necessary, have your Electric
Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify
the F»wer 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 CAUTIQN:

This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
fully insert the plug, try reversirtg 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, ю11 over them, or be
in the way of walking traffic.
If an extension cord Is used, make sure ft 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 fìre hazards
and should be avoided.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilatton 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, mg,
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
regulator, 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 rxDt 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
appliartce and cart combination to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating instructions and use

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

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

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 Cede) provides Information
with respect to proper grounding of the
mast and supportli^ stmeture, 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 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.

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.

1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR

MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.

2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it Inspected by a qualified

service technician before use.

3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM

During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the
unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the

power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has
been spilled into the unit. Immediatefy unplug the unit, arxf 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 ariy object through'openings in the unit. Some internal
parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or
fire hazard.

• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may
cause electrical interfarerree. 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
rerrrcve 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 properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers,
or make any adjustments not described In the manual. Unplug the unit arxf
contact a qualified service technician.

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.

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.

Unpackin^^ou^VC^^Produc^eato

Unpacking Your VCR

The accessories below are provided to help
you use or set up your VCR.

Remote Control
VSQS1559

2“AA"

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To order accessories,
call toll free 1-800-211-PANA (7262).

Batteries

RF Coaxial

Cable

VJAS0183

Loading the Batteries

1 Press in and up on the

latch with your thumb
nail and lift off the lid.

Install two batteries as
indicated inside the
Battery Compartment.

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

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Product Features

All Channel Auto Set/181 -CH TV/ CABLE Tuner..................................................................................... 12-14

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

Auto Features for a Quality Picture.................................................................................................................... 16

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

Auto Repeat Function........................................................................................................................................ 23

Digital Auto Picture............................................................................................................................................ 16

Easy-to-Read English/ Spanish/ French On-Screen Displays..................................................... 12 - 14,18,19

MTS Broadcast System (Multi-channel Television Sound-Stereo, SAP, Mono)................................................ 26

Multi Brand TV/ Cable Box/ DSS Remote Control...................................................................................... 28, 29

One Minute Skip................................................................................................................................................ 23

One Month, 8 Program Timer Recording.................................................................................................... 18,19

One Touch Recording (OTR)............................................................................................................................. 17

Program Director Remote Control.............................................................................................................. 18,19

Special Effects Playback.................................................................................................................................... 16

Special VCR Features (Channel Caption, Time Stamp, Blue Back ON/OFF, VCR Lock, Warning Beeper)

Timer Recording Using VCR Buttons................................................................................................................. 19

VMS Hi-Fi Stereo System.................................................................................................................................. 27

VHS Index Search System (Direct Access Search. Program Index Search, Index Scan Search)

Zero Search....................................................................................................................................................... 23

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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 the

Tape Speed .

Setting

SP

(Standard Play)

LP

(Long Play)

1 Hour

2 Hours

mark in this unit.

Type of Video Cassette

T60 T120

2 Hours

4 Hours

T160

2 Hours

40 Minutes

5 Hours

20 Minutes

Reset all VCR Memory Functions

Use 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.

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2) Press and hold both PLAY and CHANNEL A on the

VCR for more than 5 seconds.

• The power will shut off,

3) Perform the One Time VCR Setup section on page 12.

D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time)

Your VCR can be set to automatically adjust the clock for
Daylight Saving Time. (Page 13.)

Spring (First Sunday in April)

When set to DST:ON, the VCR viriil automatically set the
clock ahead one hour.

Autumn (Last Sunday in October)

When set to DST:ON, the VCR will automatically set the
clock back one hour.

• If your area does not observe Daylight Saving Time,
select DST:OFF.

• Keep these time changes in mind when programming
the VCR for timer recordings.

SLP

(Super Lorrg Play)

3 Hours

6 Hours

8 Hours

Head Cleaning

Your VCR will not normally require head cleaning,
however the heads may become clogged when playing

an old or damaged tape.

Video Heads Sensor System

If head cleaning becomes

necessary, the VCR will display
the screen at right while playing
back a recorded signal.
To exit this screen, push PLAY
on the remote control or VCR,

• Use “dry” type head

cleaning cassette* only.

• Be sure to follow the cleaning tape Instmctions carefully.

Excessive use of a cleaning cassette can shorten head life.

• If using a head cleaning cassette does not solve the problem,

contact your nearest Factory Service Center or authorized
Senrice Center. (See page 32.)

• Cleaning cassette part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.

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

ENOrPLAY KEY

Specifications

Power Source:
Power Consumption:

Video Signal:
Video Recording System:

Audio Track:
Tuner:

Broadcast Channels:
CABLE Channels:

Operating Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:
Dimensions:

Note; Designs and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

120V AC, 60 Hz
Approx. 23 watts (Power on)
Ajoprox. 4.1 watts (Power off)
EIA Standard NTSC color
4 rotai7 heads helical
scanning system
1 track (Normal)
2 channel (Hi-R Audio Sound)

VHF2-13, 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 CABLE channel 5A (01)
Ultraband 65-94,100-125
4rF~104“F (5"C-40"C)
10%-75%

7.5 lbs. (3.4 kg)
14-15/16' (W) X 3-2/3" (H) X
12-3/16" (D)
380 (W) X 93 (H) X 310 (D) mm

Basic Connection

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

Between Antenna and VCR

Between VCR and TV

Case 1: Twin Lead Cable Only

To VCR Terminal

(Flat) Twin Lead

300 Ohm Cable

300-75 ohm Transformer

(not supplied)

Case 2: Twin Lead & Coaxial Cables

UHFA/HF
Band Mixer
(not supplied)

(Round) 75 Ohm
coaxial Cable

D

To VCR Terminal

Case 1: Screw & Plug Type Terminal

UHFA/HFBand
Separator
(not supplied)

RF Coaxial Cable

Case 2: Screw Type Terminal

75-300 ohm
T ransformer
(not supplied)

Case 3: Double Screw Type Terminal

VHF

UHF

Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables

(not supplied)

To VCR Terminal

If your TV has both post and plug-type VHF

terminals, the post connection is recommended to

minimize signal loss.

UHFA/HF Band
Separator
(not supplied)

TV

Case 4: Complex TV Terminal

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET

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

VHF

UHF

Other Connections

CABLE Connections

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

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.

You cannot:
record or view scrambled channels with this connection.

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.

You cannot:
select channels from VCR or TV.
watch one station while recording another,
place channels in memory (pg.12) other than the Cable box output channel.

IN FROM ANT.

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.

You cannot:
record scrambled channels with this connection.

Cable TV
Converter Box

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

IN FROM
CABLE

IN FROM ANT.

OUT

Converter Box 1

VHF/UHF

V OUT TO TV

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With a DSS Receiver

You can:

Record and view any channel including

1)

IN FROM

CABLE or Antenna

IN FROM
Satellite Dish

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.

OUT TO TV

VHF/UHF

Audio/Video Connections

2 Connect the “L” and “R" AUDIO OUT terminals on the VCR to the “L” and “R" AUDIO IN terminals of your TV.

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. If your TV is not
stereo, you can connect a stereo amplifier to the VCR to enjoy stereo sound.

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."

Use the L Audio In jack for proper sound reproduction when connecting to a monaural TV.

Stereo Amplifier Connections

When you connect your VCR to a Stereo

Component System, you can view the
picture from the VCR while enjoying
stereo from your audio system.

Connect the "L" and "R" AUDIO OUT
terminals on the VCR to the “L" and “R”
AUDIO IN terminals of your stereo.

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 buiiding, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons

VCR^----------------­See pages 28, 29.

POWERPOWER -------------------------------
See pages 12,18,19, 28, 29

VCR/TV
See pages 12, 17,29.

play

See pages 16, 25, 29
SELECT UP

See pages 12-15,18-25.

ACTION
See pages 13-15, 20-23.

NUMBERED KEYS

See pages 14,17, 24, 28, 29.

INDEX

See pages 24, 25.

SPEED
See pages 17, 29.

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REWIND/SEARCH
See pages 16,24,25,29

SET/BACKSPACE
See pages 12-14,18-20.

PAUSE
See pages 17,29,30.

DISPLAY/ENTER
See pages 15,17, 23, 26, 29

SAP/Hi-FI
See page 27.

COUNTER RESET
See pages 23, 29.

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---------------------- TV
See pages 28,29.

DSS/CABLE

See pages 28, 29.

---------------------------- INPUT
See pages 17, 29, 30.

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

See pages 16,.24,25,29.

See pages 12-15,18-25.

---------------------------------­See pages 14,16,17,19, 25, 29.

SELECT DOWN

See pages 12-15,18-25.

PROGRAM

See pages 18,19,

RECORD/TIME

See pages 17, 29.

SLOW

See pages 16, 29.

ADD/DELETE

See pages 14, 19, 20.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

(TRACKING UP/DOWN)

See pages 12-14,16,17, 29,30.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

See page 29.

ZERO SEARCH/

1 MINUTE SKIP

See pages 23, 29.

SET

STOP

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Multi Function Display

VCR Indicator

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

Power Indicator

Lights when power is on.

Hi'Fi Indicator

Lights when Hi-Fi audio is monitored or
played back.

Timer Indicator

Lights when the VCR is set for a
Timer Recording, or when a length
is set for a norma! recording (OTR).
Flashes when a Timer Recording is
set, but a tape has not been
inserted Into the VCR.

Clock/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display

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

Rear View of the VCR

AC Power Plug

While plugged into an AC outlet, the
VCR consumes 4.1 W of electrical
power in OFF condition.

Video Output Connector

See pages 9, 26, 30.

Video Input Connector

See page 30.

11

One Time VCR Setup

*lmportant: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/V, INDEX, or ADD/DLT button does

When the VCR is turned on for the first time, it automatically enters the setup mode.
Setup includes the following:

• Choose the language for on-screen menus and messages.

• Tell the VCR how your equipment is hookup (pages 6-9) so the VCR can correctly place channels into memory.

• Get ttie VCR ready for clock set.

not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

To Set the Language, Channels, and Auto Clock

1

Turn the TV and VCR on.*

2 Tune your TV to the VCR output channel

(the same one you set on the back of the VCR: CH3 or CH4).

• If you used audioA/ideo jack connection, tune the TV to its
video input.

3 Press CH A for English

on-screen displays.

Or, press CH V for Spanish on-screen displays.

SE L E C T L A N G U A G E

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

3
4

Using

Whenever a menu or program

screen is displayed, the PLAY,
STOP. REWIND, and FF buttons
on the remote control function
as AT-4 ^ only. For play, stop, rewind, and fast

forward functions, use the buttons on the VCR.

Or, press VCR/TV for French on-screen displays.

• You can also set the language using the buttons on the VCR.

• If wrong language Is set, see the “Reset all VCR Memory
Functions” section on page 5.

• The VCR should be connected to an antenna or cable
box (page 6-9).

4 Press CH A to start Channel

Auto Set and Clock Auto Set.

• The following messages appear:
“CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING"
“AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING”

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

or

ase lj

1/ 4/2000 TUE 12:OOPli

SETTING : CH 02
AUTO CLOCK SET

END : PUSH CH UP KEY

If you are using the CABLE/DSS BOX ►VCR/TV connection method,
only the cable box output channel will be placed in memory.

DST;ON

COMPLETED

(Case 2]

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

PUSH ACTION TO SET CLOCK

12

[Case 1]

If the displayed time is correct, press CH A to exit.

• This concludes one time VCR setup.

• See important note at the bottom of this page.
If the displayed time and DST. are not correct...

If you happen to live close to two time zones, the

VCR have recognized the PBS channel (setting
channel) in the wrong time zone. Please do the
following to correct the situation.

a Make a note of the SETTINGiCH number shown

on-screen and press CH A to exit.

b Delete the setting channel from the VCR channel

memory. (See “To Add or Delete a Channel"
section on page 14.)

c Press ACTION to display the menu.

d Press AW to select “SET CLOCK,” and then

press ► to display the “SET CLOCK" screen.

e Press AT to select “AUTO CLOCK SET," and

then press ► to display the “CLOCK AUTO SET”
screen.

f Press CH A to start Clock Auto Set.

• If you use a cable box and have multiple PBS stations,
tune the cable box to a different PBS station and try
auto clock set using the menu.

SELECT/SET

(AT^^)

keys

ACTION

CHANNEL UP

[Case 2)

If the screen above appears, auto clock set is not available in your area. Please set the clock manually as described below.

a Press Action to display

the “SET CLOCK” screen.

b Press AT and ► to

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

To Make Corrections,

repeatedly press ► to move the cursor to the
incorrect entry and make the correction.

c Press ACTION twice to

starUhe_clQCk and exit
this mode.

SELECT:* ▼ KEV
SET :► KEY
END :ACTION KEY

See page 5 for more
on DST.

...... CLOCK

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1/ 4/2000 TUE l2:00PfJ

SET ► KEY
START :ACTION KEY

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET

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

• If you use a DSS receiver, it must be
turned off for auto clock set.

• If you use AudioA^ideo Jack connection
between the VCR and Cable Box or
DSS receiver, you must also connect

the RF coaxial cable in order to use the
auto clock set and channel auto set
features.

13

One Time VCR Setup

‘Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION,

PROG, CHA/T, INDEX, or ADD/DLT

button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and

try the button again.

To Replace Channels in Memory

In case you have cable installed, etc.

1 Press ACTION* to display

the menu.

Press AT to select “SET
UP CHANNEL." and then
press ►to display the
“SET UP CHANNEL" screen.

Press AT to select
“ANTENNA,” and then
press ► to set your antenna
system (TV or CABLE).

Press AT to select “AUTO

SET," and then press ►

to display the “CHANNEL

CLOCK AUTO SEr screen.

■ It you use a cable box, turn
it on and set it to the PBS
channel in your time zone.

• To exit this mode,
press ACTION twice.

Press CH A to start
Channel Auto Set.

• Clock Auto Set will be performed when channels are
replaced in memory. To cancel, press STOP when
“AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING” appears on-screen.

____

______

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

SET UP VCR
SET UP FEATURE

m

SELECTiA ¥ KEY
SET : ► KEY
END :ACT ION KEY

-------

SET UP CHANNEL

aSo^t"

CHANNEL CAPTION

SELECT:A ¥ KEY
SET :► KEY
END :ACTtON KEY

mmicm

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE

AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
BOX, TUNE 1T TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN. .,

PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY

MENU

:lock

aai

auto set

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

ms

5gueTeIDIOMA/LANGUE

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

1 Press ACTION to

display the menu.

2 Press AT to select

the language.

English: LANGUAGE
Spanish: IDIOMA

MENU -------------------

SET UP VCR
SET UP FEATURE
SET CLOCK

UP CHANNEL

SET :► KEY
END :ACT ION KEY

French: LANGUE

3 Press ^ repeatedly to change the language.

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

MENU

SET UP VCR
SET UP FEATURE
SET CLOCK
SET UP CHANNE

SEI

A Y KEY

SET

► KEY
ACTION KEY

END

PREPARAR VCR
FIJACION OE FUNCIOr
FIJAR RELOJ
FIJAR CANAL

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ELEGIRIA T
FIJAR >
TERMINAR;ACTION

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REGLAGE MAGNETOSCOPE
REGLAGE MAGNETO SUPPLEM
REGLAGE HORLOGE
REGLAGE CANAL

KwaiHinitigm franca i s
SEL. :A ¥
REGLER>
FIN ¡ACTION

4 Press ACTION to exit this mode.

To Add or Delete a Channel

1 Select a channel using the

NUMBERED keys to add
orCH A/Tto delete.

2 Press ADD/DLT to add

or delete the channel.

• To select a channel
once it’s deleted,
use the NUMBERED keys
on the remote control.

MENU

To Set or Reset the Clock

In case the clock is wrong, or a power failure occurred.

1 Press ACTION to display

the menu.

2 Press AT to select “SET

CLOCK,” and then press ►
to display the “SET CLOCK"
screen.

----------------­SET UP VCR

SET UP CHANNEL

minUA/IANhliE'FNGl l.SM]

SET CLOCK

AUTO aOCK SET

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

-----------

3 Press AT to select

“MANUAL,” and then press
► to display the SET
CLOCK screen.

SELECT:A ¥ KEY
SET :► KEY

END :ACT ION KEY

4 Press AT and to select

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

5 Press ACTION twice to

start the_clQCk and exit

this mode.

SELECT:A ¥ KEY
SET » KEY
END :ACTION KEY

For Auto Clock Set, select “AUTO CLOCK
SET,” and then press CH A in step 3.

When Using the 100 key

When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125 with the

NUMBERED keys, first press the 100 key and then
enter the remaining two digits.
For example, to select channel 125:
Press NUMBERED keys 100, then 2, then 5.

14

N01^

This VCR will accurately maintain its calendar up to Dec. 31,2096,11:59PM.
Normal TV or Cable channels are automatically selected and placed in memory depending on how your

VCR is hooked up.

ц OibScreenDisgla^

Function & Channel Display

When a function button is
pressed, e.g. PLAY, or
you change channels,
a 4 second display
appears first in large
and then small characters.
(Some Station names may
also appear if Channel
Caption is set. See page 20.)

Menu Screen

1 Press ACTION to

display the menu.

2 Press AT and ^ to

make your selection.

To get the most from each feature,

please read the Operating Manual

before attempting any operation.

SET UP VCR
SET UP FEATURE

SET UP CHANNEL

IDI ОМА/ LANQUE: ENGL ISH

SELECT:A ▼ KEY
SET :► KEY
END ;ACT ION KEY

VCR Status & Clock Display

Warning and Instruction Displays

These displays will alert you of a missed operation or

provide further instructions.

NO CH FOUND

If no active channels are found
for CHANNEL MEMORY...
(See page 12.)

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

(See page 18.)

After a Timer Program has
been set...
(See page 18.)

If you press REC on the
remote control or VCR,
and a cassette is inserted
with no record tab...
(See page 17.)

PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA
CABLE CONNECTION THEN

PUSH VCR CH UP KEY AGAIN

PLEASE SET CLOCK
BEFORE PROGRAMMING

TURN VCR OFF

FOR TIMER RECORDING

CHECK CASSETTE
RECORD TAB

Press DISPLAY to display or remove the

overlay shown below.

Function
Status

Rec Time
Remaining

(OTR mode only
see page 17.)

Broadcast Audio
Being Received
(See page 26.)

• This display will
disappear in 5 seconds.

Current Time

0:25 -0:12:34,
► STEREO SP
► SAP

:00AM ABC'

MONO 4

Channel Caption

(See page 20.)

Counter

Tape Speed
(See page 5.)

Blank Tape/ No Video Signal Indication

Whenever a blank section of a tape comes up in
Play mode, or when the selected channel has no
broadcast signal with the Blue Back ON/OFF
Feature (page 21) set to ON, the TV screen will
turn solid blue.

If you press PLAY, FF, REW,
or REC on the remote
control or VCR without
a cassette inserted...
(See pages 16,17.)

If you press POWER or STOP

during a Timer Recording...

(visible in VCR mode only)
(See page 19.)

If head cleaning becomes

necessary while playing
back a tape...
(See page 5.)

If you press a function button
other than STOP/EJECT or

POWER while the VCR is in
VCR Lock mode...
(See page 22.)

If you press POWER, ACTION,
or PROG on the remote while
in TV or CABLE/DSS mode...
(See pages 28, 29.)

NO CASSETTE
PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE

TO CANCEL TIMER REC
PUSH POWER THEN STOP KEY

VI DEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEANING

PLEASE INSERT HEAD
CLEANING CASSETTE
OR REFER TO MANUAL

END:PLAY KEY

VCR LOCK ACTIVATED

NOW TV/CABLE/DSS MODE
PLEASE PUSH VCR KEY
ON REMOTE

15

Playback a Tape

‘Important; If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/T , INDEX, or ADD/DLT button does

Check list before you begin.

l^c

Q All connections are made.

(See pages 6-9.)

not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

D TV and VCR are plugged in.

Q TV is turned on and set to the VCR

channel (CH 3 or 4).

Display

1 Insert a cassette.

* VCR power comes on automatically.

• “VCR" lights in the Multi Function Display.

2 Press PLAY on the remote or VCR to start playback.

• Playback begins automatically if cassette has no record tab.

3 Press STOP on the remote or VCR to stop playback.

• To rewind the tape, press REW.

Press STOP/EJECT on the VCR to eject the cassette.

• You may eject a cassette with power on or off.

To Find a Particular Scene During Playback

Press REW or FF during playback to search for a scene.

• Search speed for SP mode tapes is 7 times and SLP mode tapes is
21 times the normal speed.

• Some noise bars will appear during search.

Caution:

Please inspect your cassette tapes
and remove any loose or peeling
labels to prevent them from
becoming jammed in your unit.

Special Effects During Playback

These features work best in SP or SLP mode. The sound will be muted.

Slow Motion Playback

Press SLOW to start slow motion playback during playback.
Press PLAY or SLOW to release.

Still (Freeze) Frame Picture

Press PAUSE to freeze and release the picture.

• To reduce picture noise, first press SLOW. Then, use CH (TRACKING)
A/T* to clear up the picture. Now, press PAUSE.

Frame by Frame Advance

In Still mode, hold down SLOW to advance the still picture one

frame at a time. Press PAUSE to release.

Features for a Quality Picture

Digital Auto Picture

This feature automatically controls the video output signal for less
noise depending on the tape condition.

Digital Auto Tracking

This feature continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for
optimum picture quality.

Manual Tracking Control fto reduce picture noise)

Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture
noise. Press CH (TRACKING) Á/T during playback until the
picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking mode, press POWER
off and then on again.

V-Lock Control (to reduce picture jitter)

In Still mode, CH (TRACKING) A/T operate as a

V-Lock control. Press A/T until the picture is stabilized.

16

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

Record On a Tape

Check list before you begin.

l^c
G All connections are made.

(See pages 6-9.)

G VCR is plugged in.
G TV is turned on and set to the VCR

channel (CH 3 or 4).

1

Insert a cassette with record tab

VCR power comes on autonnatically.

<1 b 4

Press CH AiW or NUMBERED

keys to select a channel.

• Or, press CHANNEL A/T on the VCR.

• Holding down CH A/W will increase

the channel search speed.

• To record from an outside source,
press CH A/T or INPUT to select
“LINE" {see page 30).

Press SPEED to change the

recording speed.

• SP = standard Play,
LP = Long Play

SLP = Super Long Play
(See page 5.)

4 Press REC/TIME on the remote control or VCR to

start recording.

• To edit out unwanted portions, press PAUSE to pause the

recording in progress.

To release, press PAUSE again.

(After the VCR has been in Pause mode for 5 minutes, it will

stop automatically to protect the tape and video head.)

X -

One Touch Timer Recording (OTR)

The VCR starts recording and hjms itself off at a preset time.

in step 4, press REC/TIME repeatedly to set the length of the
recording. Each press will change the stop time as shown.

Normal Ree—►0:30—►1:00

►1:00

TIMER" lights in the Multi Function Display.
The remaining recording time can be displayed by pressing

DISPLAY in OTR mode.

5 Press STOP to stop recording.

• Or, press STOP/EJECT on Uie VCR.

Record One Program While Watching Another

1 Press VCR/TV while recording is in prepress to turn

off the VCR indicator in the Multi Function Display.

2 Use the TV channel controls to select a program.

The VCR will continue to record your program while
you watch any channel you choose.

• To switch back and forth between the recording and
viewing channel, press VCR/TV.

c

00*«—3:00 ♦—2:00

1:30-«-^

Selecting Channels at the VCR

1 Turn your TV and VCR on.

• VCR Indicator lights on the Multi Function Display.
If indicator doesn’t light, press VCR/TV to turn it on.

2 Use CH A/W on the remote control or VCR to

select channels.

• To switch back to TV channel selection, press

VCR/TV to turn VCR indicator off, or simply turn
the VCR power off.

17

Timer Recording

^Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/T , INDEX, or ADD/DLT button does

not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

You can set up the VCR to record a one
time, daily, or weekly program while you are
away or otherwise occupied. Up to 0

programs can be stored in memory.

I^Check list before you begin.

□ All connections are made.

(See pages 6-9.)
n TV and VCR are plugged in and turned on.
Q VCR/TV selector is set to “VCR."
Q Clock is set to correct time.
Q Record tab in place. (See page 5.)

1

Press PROG* to display the

program screen.

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

Press AT and ^ to select and

set one of the following as the DATE:

• 1~31 ^ne time recording

• DAILY =Same time MON-FRI

• WEEKLY (SUN-SAT)=Same time once a week

Example ^8—9

Today’s Date

_

Press AT and

to select and set each
of the remaining

items at right.

To Make Corrections

Repeatedly press ► to move the cursor to the right, or M to
move to the left to the incorrect entry and make the correction.

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

31 1—2-*

7 SELECTA /T Selection Order DAILY

L WEEKLY WEEKLY

(SAT)

__________

(MON)

------

Remaining Items to be set:

• START time

• STOP time

• CH(annel) number, or LINE
for outside source recording

• Category (N/A [not applicable],
SPORTS, MOVIE, COMEDY,
MUSIC, DRAMA)

• Speed (SP. LP, SLP)

START STOP CH

SoRY:

CATE'

BiHaBHaEiBB

SELECT:A ▼ KEY
SET :► KEY
END : PROG KEY

WEEKLY J

(SUN)

P DT START STOP CH SPO

3

-------

;—

4

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

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

CANCELrADO/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:A ▼ KEY
ENTER ;► KEY
END :PROG KEY

1

4
5

Press PROG to end the program.

• This screen appears for confirmation.

To Enter More Programs

Press AT and ^ to select and set a blank

program number, and then repeat steps 3 and 4.

5 Press PROG to exit this mode.

Press POWER off to set the timer.

• When recording programs via a cable box.
make sure the cable box is left ON and
tuned to the desired channel.

• A cassette with no record tab is ejected and TIMER" flashes when the power is turned off to set the timer.

• If the start times of two programs overlap, the lower numbered program will have prbrity.

• If the start time for a timer recording comes up during a nomieil recording or One Touch Recording (page 17),
the timer recording will not be performed.

• If there is a power interruption of more than one minute, ftie recording will not be performed or continue.

-Eimgsi-

Mutti Function Display

18

POWER Multi Function Display

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 in the Multi Function Display.

Replace Program Contents:

(Recording is not in progress)

1 Press PROG to display all currently

set programs.

2 Press AT and ► to select and

set a program number.
(See page 18.)

3 Press AT and ◄►to select

and set replacement timer
information.

4 Press PROG twice to exit this mode.

P DT START STOP
2 8 10:00P12:00P125 SP

3 10 8:00P 9;00P
4 SU 9:O0P1O;OOP

SELECT 1-8:A Y KEY
ENTER KEY
END :PROG KEY

START STOP

CATEGORY; SPORTS

BraHnHKQB

SELECT:A ▼ KEY
SET ► KEY
END :PROO KEY

Review or Clear Program Contents:

(Recording is not in progress)

1 Press PROG to display all currently

set programs.

2 Press AT to select “TIMER

PROGRAM,” and then press ► to

display all currently set programs.

3 Press AT to select a program

number.

4 Press ADD/DLT if you want

to clear the program.

5 Press PROG to exit this mode.

P DT

10:OOP12:ODP125

2 8
3 10 8:00P 9:0DP 10
4 SU 9:OOP10:OOP L

CANCEL:ADO/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:A ▼ KEY
ENTER ;► KEY
END

:PHOG KEY

P DT START STOP CM
□

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

2 8 10:OOP12:OOP125
3 10 8:OOP 9:OOP 10
4 SU 9:00P10:00P

SELECT 1-8:* t KEY

ENTER KEY
END : PROG KEY

CM SPO

10

L

ABC

SP
SP

SPO

SP
SP
LP

L

SP
LP

SP

LP

Timer Recording Using VCR Buttons

(Make sure a cassette tape is not inserted in the VCR.)
1 Hold down STOP/EJECT and press REW to enter the Program mode.
2 Press FF or REC/TIME repeatedly or hold down to make selections.
3 Press PLAY to set the item and move on.

• To make corrections, repeatedly press PLAY to move the cursor to the right,
or REW to move to the left to the incorrect entry and make the correction.

4 Press STOP/EJECT and REW together to display program contents

after all items have been entered.

• You cannot clear programs with the VCR buttons.

5 Hold down STOP/EJECT and press REW, (release REW first, and

then' release STOP/EJECT) to exit this mode.

6 Insert a cassette with record tab and press POWER off to set the timer.

19

I fad..g~l

"H Special VCR Features

important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/V , INDEX, or ADD/DLT button does

not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

Channel Caption

You can set channel names, i.e.
ABC, CBS, so that when selected,
the channel name and number

appear on-screen for easy
identification. You can go with
preset names (up to 24), or
manually create your own (up to 10).

Note: You will need a list of channels
received in your area and the channel
numbers you receive them on.

2
3
4
5

b

*

c

d

Preset Caption

1 Press ACTION* to display the menu.

2 Press AW to select "SET UP CHANNEL,"

and then press ► to display the “SET

UP CHANNEL” screen.

3 Press AW to select “CHANNEL

CAPTION,” and then press ► to display

the “CHANNEL CAPTION” screen.

4 Press AW to select “PRESET CAPTION,”

and then press ^ to display the

“PRESET CAPTION” screen.

• You can set up to twen^-four channel captions,
tf you want to set a station name other than
these, go to the “Manual Caption” section below.

5 Press ► to move the shaded area to

right side.

Then, press AT to change the memorized

channel number to match the caption.

Next, press M to set the memorized

channel number.

Now, press AT to continue.

Repeat step 5 until the
Caption List is complete.

To Make Corrections

Press AT and ► to select the memorized channel

Then, press AT to change, or ADD/DLT to delete

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-------- SET UP CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE

-----

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-------- PRESET

HCNU

SET UP VCn
SET UP FEATURE
SET CLOCK

PET UP CHA^JMEL

IDIOMA/LANGUE: ENGLISH

A » KEY

SELECT

► KEY

SET

ACTION KEY

END

CHANNEL CAPTION

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MANUAL CAPTION

SELECT:A T KEY
SET :► KEY
END :ACT ION KEY

PRESET CAPTION --------------

— PBS

ШЯ

— CNN

CBS

— ESPN —

FOX

— H80 —

NBC

:A T KEY

SELECT

;► KEY

SET

:ACT ION KEY

END

CAPTION

C8C 62

TNT 42

CTN 21

UPN —

TSN 52

WB 35

DSC
CLEAR ;ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT;A ▼
SET :4 KEY
END :ACTION KEY

GLOB IQ

KEY

----------

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number.

the channel number.

Э Follow steps 1 -3 in the above section.

In step 4, press AT to

select “MANUAL
CAPTION,” and then

press ^ to display the

“MANUAL CAPTION"
screen.

Press AT to select

"CH NUMBER,” and

then press ► to move

the shaded area to right.

Channels already

set in the “Preset Caption"
section and channels deleted
from Channel Memory are not displayed.

You can set a total of ten channel

captions with up to four characters each.

CHAWJEL CAPTION —

PRESET CAPTION

SELECT:A ▼ KEY

SET :► KEY
END ;ACTION KEY

-------

MANUAL CAPTION —

CH NUMBER CAPTI ON

SELECT:A ▼ KEY
SET :► KEY
END :ACTION KEY

20

Press ACTION four times to exit this mode and

return to the normal screen.

-------- MANUAL CAPTION

d Press AT to select,

and then press ^ to

enter each character of
the caption.

• Characters will change in
the following order.

r-^A-^B->C

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

►Z-^BLANK-*—-►&—I

CH NUMBER CAPTION

02 Q

CLEAR :AOD/OLT KEY
SELECT;A ▼ KEY
SET :■< ► KEY
END :ACTION KEY

Now, press M repeatedly to move the

cursor back to CH NUMBER.

Repeat steps “c” and “d” as desired.

To Make Corrections, repeatedly press ^ to move
the cursor to the right, or M to move to the left to the

incorrect entry and make the correction.
To Clear the Caption, press ADD/DLT.

G Press ACTION four times to exit this mode

and return to the normal screen.

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

--

Check list before you begin.

Q'c

□ Clock is set to correct time.

Time Stamp Feature

Whenever a recording is made, the VCR automatically writes the following
program data on the tape: Date, Start time, Scheduled stop time (for Timer
Rec. only), Channel No., Category (for Timer Rec. only). About 7 seconds

after playback is started, this information will be displayed for 5 seconds.

2
3
b

*

c

1 Press ACTION to display the menu.

2 Press AT to select “SETUP

FEATURE," and then press ► to
display the “SET UP FEATURE” screen.

SET UP VCR

SET UP FEATURE

SET CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL

to 10МА/ UWGUE: ENGL I SH
SELECT:A ▼ KEY
SET :► KEY
END :ACT ION KEY

-------

SET UP FEATURE

3 Press ► to select "ON” or "OFF."

• When “OFP is selected, the program data is
written on the tape, but will not be displayed
for the first 5 seconds of playback.

Press ACTION twice to exit.

<Time Stamp Example>

Normal/
One Touch Recording

12/2В/1ЭЭВ MON
12:00PM
CH 08 ABC

If the tape speed is changed immediately after recording begins,
the display may be incorrect. .

Timer Recording

12/28/1998 MON
12:00PM - 1:00PM
CH 08 ABC

SPORTS

SET
END

When Clock is not set.

: off

:► KEY
; ACT ION KEY.

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

When the VCR is

connected to a
Combination VCR

which has a Blue Back feature,
even if the VCR Blue Back is set
to “OFF" on the VCR, the screen
will go to blue back.

Blue Back ON/OFF Feature

You may choose whether or not you want the VCR to display a solid blue
back screen when the broadcast signal is very weak.

3 Press ACTION to display the menu.

b Press AT to select “SET UP

VCR,” and then press ► to

display the "SET UP VCR” screen.

Press AT to select “NOISY CH

BLUE BACK,” and then press ►

to select “ON” or “OFF.”

• When “ON" is selected, a solid blue screen
appears whenever the signal is weak or
nonexistent. When "OFP is selected, the picture
is displayed regardless of the signal condition.

• The picture can not always be seen clearly when “OFP is selected.

SELECT:* ▼ KEY
SET :► KEY
END ; ACT I ON KEY

------------ SET UP VCR

REPEAT PLAY
BEEPER

NOISY CH BLUE BACK

SELECT:* ▼ KEY
SET :► KEY
END :ACT ION KEY

Press ACTION twice to exit.

MENU

HgAlliEtHil

SET UP FEATURE
SET CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL

ID 10MA/ U\NGUE: ENGLI SH

----------------­ON

ON

OH

21

SpeciaTVC^Teature^(contin^^

^Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/T , INDEX, or ADD/DLT button does not

[N^Check list before you begin.

n All connections are made.

{See pages 6-9.)

O VCR is plugged in.

□ TV is turned on and set to the VCR

channel {CH 3 or 4).

work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

VCR Lock Feature

When activated, this feature prohibits all operations except for timer

recording and tape eject This feature may be used to keep young children

from operating the VCR.

Hold down REC/TIME on the

VCR without a cassette inserted

VCR LOCK ACTIVATED

for 7 seconds while in Stop mode.

RECn’IME

To Cancel the VCR Lock feature,

with or without a cassette inserted,

hold down REC/TIME on the

VCR LOCK OFF

VCR for 7 seconds again while in
Stop mode.

VCR Lock mode is cancelled automatically
after about 24 hours as long as the clock is set.

2

3

Warning Beeper Feature

When you select BEEPER ON, a short wraming viill sound each time an
invalid entry or incomplete operation is made.

1 Press ACTION* to display the menu. (—mend

SET UP FEATURE
SET CLOCK

2 Press AW to select “SET UP

VCR,” and then press ► to
display the “SET UP VCR” screen.

3 Press AW to select “BEEPER,”

and then press ► to select “ON”

or “OFF.”

4 Press ACTION twice to exit this

screen.

SET UP CHANNEL

101 ОМА/ LANGUE: ENGL ISH
SELECT:A f KEY
SET ;► KEY

END :ACT ION KEY

-------

SET UP VCR

REPEAT PLAY ; ON

■ SH3 : ON

NOISY CH BLUE BACK: ON

SELECT;A T KEY
SET :► KEY

END :ACT ION KEY

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

22

!( <ì b Л Таре Operation

Your VCR is equipped with
several time saving features as
well as convenient automatic

functions making tape operation

easier than ever.

Repeat Play

The VCR will play your recording over and over,

1 Press ACTION to display the menu.

Press AT to select “SET UP VCR,”

and then press ^ to display the

“SET UP VCR” screen.

Press AT to select “REPEAT

PLAY,” and then press ► to

select “ON” or “OFF.”

• When “ON” is selected, the VCR plays the
tape to its end or until a blank portion of over
30 seconds is detected (erased portions are
not considered blank). The tape is then

rewound and played again and again until
Repeat Play is turned off.

4 Press ACTION twice to return to the

normal screen.

MENU

SET UP FEATUHE
SET CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL

IО t ОМА/ LANGUE: ENGL I SH

A ▼ KEY

SELECT
SET

► KEY

END

ACTtON KEY

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

SET UP VCR

BEEPER
NOISY CH BLUE BACK

SELECT;A T KEY
SET :► KEY
END :ACT ION KEY

------------------­: ON

: ON
: ON

Auto Playback
\Afhen a tape is inserted, the
power turns on (Auto). If the
record tab* is removed, playback
begins (Auto).

Auto Rewind
When a tape reaches its end
during playback, fast forward or
manual record, the VCR will
rewind and go into Stop mode.

Playback Auto Eject
(Repeat Play Is “OFF.”)

When a tape without a record tab*

is played to its end, the VCR will
rewind and then eject the tape.

Memory Rewind Off

When the POWER button is

pressed during rewind, the VCR
will turn off after rewind is
complete.

* For record tab information, see page 5.

One Minute Skip

The VCR rapidly skips over one minute of tape.

A Press ZERO/1 MIN in Play mode.

The VCR will go into FF search mode and skip over 60 seconds of

recorded time. Normal playback will then resume.

Zero Search

To quickly return to a specific tape location.

3 Press DISPLAY to display the Time

Counter overlay during playback.

STOP 12;OOAM ABC
►STEREO SP

► SAP

MONO <4

b Press COUNTER RESET

to reset the Time Counter to
“0:00:00” at the desired position.

C Continue playback, rewind,

or fast forward.

STOP 12:00AM

► STEREO

d Press ZERO/1MIN in Stop mode

when you want to return to

“0:00:00.”

• The VCR will go into FF or REW mode and
stop at the last point the Time Counter was
set to 0:00:00.

► SAP

MONO -4

0:00:00

ABC

0:00:30

SP

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Tkp^Ogeratioi^continu^

*lmportant: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG, CHA/T, INDEX, or ADD/DLT button does not

work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

VMS Index Search System

Each time you start a recording, an invisible index mark is placed on the tape. When timer recordings are
made, program index and program information {see Time Stamp Feature" on page 21) are also included.

You can then use these index marks to access or scan your recordings.

Direct Access

(For normal and/or timer recordings)

This feature allows you to go directly to the recording you want from
anywhere on the tape by entering the appropriate index number.

SELECT SEARCH MCX)E

PROGRAM INDEX SEARCH

SELECT:* ▼ KEY
SET :► KEY
D4D :INDEX KEY

REWIND FAST FORWARD

1 Press INDEX* to display the

“SELECT SEARCH MODE" screen.

■ This screen appears only if there are timer
recording on the Program Index list. If this

screen does not appear, go to step 3.

4 4

2 Press to select “INDEX

SEARCH," and then press ^ to display the “INDEX” screen.

3 Press a NUMBERED key to

select the desired recording.

• To calculate the number, see below.

4 Press REW or FF to start a reverse

or fonward search.

• When the designated location is reached,
the VCR goes into Playback mode.

To calculate the Index Number

Count fonvard or backward each recording starting point, including
the recording you want to see, from wherever you are on the tape.

Example 1:

If you are watching recording 4 and you want to watch recording 2, count the
start points to number 2. The total is 3. Enter 3 in step “3” and press REW.

f

1 5 6

Example 2:

If you are watching recording 2 and you want to watch recording 6, count

the start points to number 6. The total is 4. Enter 4 in step “3" and press FF.

1 6

NOTE: I indicates start points of each recording.

Make each entry within 10 seconds, or the Index Search mode will be canceled.
Index nrtarks will be placed for Timer recordings as well.
If the Direct Access index search is initiated extremely close to an index mark, the index mark may not

be counted in the search.
In the Program Index Search, this VCR can be memorized 0 programs in order of recording. If over 8

programs, the first program will be deleted and the new program will be listed.

7

7

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Important for Program Index Search:
Timer recordings must be
recorded back to back in order for
them to be placed on the Program
Index list. If a timer recording is
followed by a function, such as
REW or PLAY, the data is lost.

Program Index Search

(For timer recordings only)

This feature allows you to choose a timer recorded program from a
Program Index list and then start a search for that program.
Once the tape is ejected or normal recording is started,
all program Index data are deleted.

SELECT SEARCH MODE

1 Press INDEX to display the “SELECT

SEARCH MODE” screen.

PROGRAM INDEX

DATE START CATEGORY

^■¿¡2A 1():0(1A sports ABOO

Press AT to select “PROGRAM

INDEX SEARCH,” and then press ►

to display the “PROGRAM INDEX"

screen.

Press AT to select the desired

recorded program, and then

press ^ to start the forward or

rewind search.

• When the designated program is reached,
the VCR goes into Playback mode.

4 12:3QP MOVIE NBC
4 a:OOP COMEDY CBC
7 3:00P MUSIC NBC

SELECT:* T KEY
SET :► KEY
END :INDEX KEY

Index Scan

(For normal and/or timer recordings)

This feature allows you to scan (forward or reverse)
each recording for 10 seconds in Playback mode.

3 Press INDEX to display the

“SELECT SEARCH MODE” screen.

• This screen appears only if there are timer
recordings on the Program Index list If this
screen does not appear, go to step c.

b Press AT to select “INDEX

SEARCH," and then press ►
to display the “INDEX” screen.

C Press REW or FF to begin the scan.

• As each index mark is reached,

a short playback will be performed
after which FF or REW resumes.

d Press PLAY to cancel the scan

and begin playback.

• You may also press STOP to stop the tape.

Start here

1 1 1 Current • Program

III;

jH RE wtf*-Press

SELECT SEARCH MODE

PROGRAM INDEX SEARCH

SELECT
SET
END

“1

\

STOP

I

t Indexed Point

•w- Play (for about 10 seconds)
— Fast Forward or Rewind

STOP I

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ToHIWl MTS Broadcast/VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System

[^3 Check list before you begin.

D The VCR is connected to a stereo TV, or a mono TV and an external stereo amp or receiver with speakers.
Q The VCR and other components are plugged in and turned on.

Connections

to Make

When recording, you may monitor in
stereo, by connecting the VCR to either
a stereo TV, or a mono sound TV with
an external stereo amp and speakers.

!5

O ©
0 0©

O © ©

® © ©

DISPLAY

Receivable Broadcast Types

The following are possible audio broadcast types and on-screen displays.
The signal being received is indicated with an “(ct” mark while the selected audio

mode is indicated with an arrow.

Press DISPLAY to display the broadcast signal

currently being received.

MTS Stereo and SAP broadcast

Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo
(main language) and Secondary Audio
Program (sub language) broadcasts are
being received simultaneously. Select
STEREO or SAP audio mode.

AfrS Stereo broad4:a8t

Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo
broadcast. Select STEREO audio mode.

• If a stereo broadcast is weak and the display
flickers, you may want to select the MONO
audio nxxje for better results.

SAP broadcast

Secondary Audio Program (sub language)
broadcast. Select SAP audio mode for the
sub language.

STOP 12:00AM

• STERECH

• SAP
MONO

STOP 12:00AM

• STEREOS SP
SAP
MONO

STOP 12:00AM ABC

STEREO SP

• SAP
MONO

ABC

( >:00:00

ABC

0:00:00

0:00:00

SP

Equipped with dbx* -TV Noise

Reduction for true MTS reproduction,

dbx*

-TV Noise Reduction is

required for good stereo separation

and audio fidelity. dbx* is a

registered trademark, and is licensed

by dbx* Technology Licensing.

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MONO broadcast

Normal monaural sound broadcast.

STOP 12:O0AM ABC

STEREO SP
SAP
MONO ■*

0:00:00

With the proper audio mode setting, your VCR can:

1) record and playback an MTS stereo broadcast (main language) in stereo Hi>Fi.

2) record and playback a monaural broadcast (main language) or Secondary Audio Program (sub language)
on the Hi-Fi tracks for better quality nronaural sound.

3) playback non Hi-Fi tapes in monaural.

• When recording, the selected broadcast sound is always recorded on the left and right Hi-Fi tracks as well as

the normal monaural track. This means your tapes can be played back on Hi-Fi as well as non-Hi-Fi VCRs.

Audio Mode for Recording

1 Press SAP/Hi-FI repeatedly

(each press within 5 seconds) to select the desired audio mode (STEREO, SAP, or MONO).

• Please refer to the "Receivable
Broadcast Types” section on page 26.

• The arrow indicates
your selection.

2 Do a recording.

See the “Record On a Tape” section on page 17.

Audio Mode for Playback

a Playback the tape.

See the “Playback a Tape” section on page 16.

Press SAP/Hi-Fi repeatedly

(each press within 5 seconds)

to select the desired audio

mode (HIFl or NORMAL).

• Select “HIFl" to listen to your stereo
recordings with stereo sound, or
"NORMAL" for monaural sound.

When purchasing or renting prerecorded tapes, remember that only those recorded in Mi-Fi stereo will
play back with true stereo sound. Standard stereo tapes will play back with monaural sour^.

In order to listen to Hi-Fi stereo playback, the VCR AUDIO (L/R) jacks must be connected to a stereo

TV or an external stereo amp and speakers. (See page 26.)
When adjusting the tracking during playback, the Hi-Fi audio sound may revert to normal audio sound.

This is normal.
There may be a difference in audio level between Hi-Fi and normal audio playback.

HIFl
NOFIMAL

The arrow indicates
your selection.

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Multi-Brand Control Feature

The Remote Control may be set up to control some of the functions on your TV or Cable Box.

TV Brand Code Numbers

Panasonic
Quasar
RCA
GE
Zenith
Magnavox
Sylvania

Sharp........................................06. 07

Sony...............................................08

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

......................03

......................03

......................04

......................05

......................05

Cable Box Brand Code Numbers

Archer

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

Cabloview
Citizen
Curtis

Diamond........................... 01, 29, 44, 88, 91

Drake.............................................37. 67, 71

Eagle

Eastern..............................................28

GC Brand

Gemini...................................................04, 85

Generai Eiectric
General Instruments

....

Hamlin
Hitachi
Jerrold

....

Macom
Magnavox

Matsushita....................................16,17,101

Movietime
NSC
Oak
Panasonic

Philips............................... 13, 20. 23. 24. 96

Pioneer
Pulsar
Radio Shack
RCA
Realistic

Regal....................................................14. 41

Regency....................................................28

Rembran
Salora
Samsung
Scientific Atlanta

Sheritech...................................................27

SL Marx
Spucer
Stargate

.... 04, 30, 32, 40, 42, 44, 52, 63, 78, 85, 88, 94

Sylvania
Teknika

Telecaption...........................................77, 92

Teleview

Texscan................................................18, 19

Tocom...................01,33, 34, 42, 48, 49. 91

Toshiba

Uniden Satellite
Unika

Universal
Viewstar
Videoway

Vid Tech................................................... 64

Vidter........................................................ 64

Zenith.............................................07, 23, 50

........

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

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

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

01.02, 03, 04,34, 55, 83, 85, 91, 93, 95

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

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

01. 02, 03. 04, 34, 55. 83. 85, 91, 93, 95

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 85, 88
04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 85. 88

08, 09, 56, 61,87, 90

13, 20. 22. 26, 40. 58. 62, 98

.......

04, 30. 42. 44, 52. 63. 85, 88

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

14,15, 28, 41,97.100.102

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

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

.......

29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 42, 44, 88

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

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

04, 30. 42. 44. 52. 63. 85, 88

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

.........

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

29, 32, 39, 42, 44, 88

........

08, 09, 56, 61, 87, 90

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

42, 43, 44, 52, 63, 88

13,20, 22, 26, 40, 58, 62, 98

01.02
01,02

01,29,44,88,91

57

31, 79

31, 79
25, 26

32, 38,40

10, 11.46, 99

16,17,101

05, 06, 78

44

16, 17, 101

44, 51, 88

68, 72

32, 40, 42, 78, 94

32, 40, 42, 78, 94

16,17,101

19

74

32, 40. 42. 78. 94

36

65, 69

01.29, 44, 88, 91

07, 23, 50

Toshiba

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

Sanyo ...................

Fisher....................

JVC

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

Hitachi

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

Mitsubishi

Samsung...............

Gold Star...............

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

Multi-Brand Control Setup

1 Find your TV or Cable Box or DSS Box Brand

Code Number from one of the charts on this page.

2 Hold down TV or DSS/CABLE. Use the NUMBERED

keys to enter your TV or Cable Box Brand code number.

• For code numbers 100 or greater, first press the 100 key. Then,

3 To confirm that the correct code was entered,

press POWER to turn your TV or Cable Box
or DSS Box On/Off.

4 Try each of the functions listed on page 29.

• Due to changes in infra-red commands used by some

DSS Brand Code Numbers

Toshiba

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

enter the remaining digit E.g. for 102, press 100, then press 2.

manufacturers, more than one code is listed for some TV or Cable
Box brands are listed more than once. If your TV or Cable Box does
not respond to the first code, please try entering the next code.

• Please repeat the TV/Cable Box Set Up procedure

09
10
10
11
12

07.13
14

15, 16. 17

when you replace the remote’s batteries.

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

Hitachi/ Hughes

Magnavox/ Uniden 1 .........

Magnavox/ Uniden 2

Sony...................................

RCA

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

Panasonic

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

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

.........

.........

.........

.........

.........

.........

.........

.........

103
104
105
106
107
108
109

• The remote control is designed to control the
brands listed. However, it will not operate all
TVs, Cable Boxes or DSS Boxes made by
these manufacturers. If you get no results, your
particular product brand cannot be controlli by
this remote control.

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Using the Multi-Brand Control

Once the remote control has been properly set up, you can select VCR, TV, or DSS/CABLE mode
depending on which functions you wish to control.

Press VCR or TV or DSS/CABLE on the remote control to select the desired mode.

(See below for the controllable functions of each mode.)

NQIE;

In TV or DSS/CABLE mode, it may be necessary to press ENTER after pressing NUMBERED

keys for channel selection.

VCR Mode

In VCR mode, the following
buttons are available.

V£B

Alt function buttons.

IV

VOL UP/DOWN

TV Mode

In TV nx>de, the following buttons are
available.

IV

POWER, INPUT, NUMBERED
keys, ENTER, CH UP/DOWN,
VOL UP/DOWN

VCR

VCR/TV, PLAY. STOP. FF, REW,
PAUSE, SLOW, REC, SAP/Hi-Fi,
SPEED, COUNTER RESET,
ZERO/1 MIN.

DSStCABLE Mode

In DSS/CABLE mode, the following
buttons are available.

DSS/CABLE

POWER, NUMBERED keys;
ENTER, CH UP/DOWN

IV

VOL UP/DOWN

VCR

VCRm/, PLAY, STOP, FF, REW,

PAUSE, SLOW. REC. SAP/Hi-Fi,
SPEED. COUNTER RESET,
ZERO/1 MIN.

Some TV, Cable Box and DSS Box brands require you to turn on the power manually.
Not all functions listed may be controlled by this remote control.

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Connections you’ll need to make.

• When connecting to a normal VCR, use the L Audio In jack for proper sound reproduction.

Playing (Source) VCR

1 Insert a pre-recorded

tape into the Playing

(Source) VCR.

2 Insert a blank tape with

record tab into the
Recording (Editing) VCR.

Recording (Editing) VCR

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.”

TV for Monitoring

3 Select “LINE” Input mode on the

Recording (Editing) VCR. (See “Selecting
the Input Mode” at right.)

4 Press PLAY on the Playing VCR.

Press PAUSE at the desired starting point.

5 Press REC on the Recording VCR, and then

press PAUSE immediately thereafter.

6 Press PAUSE on both VCRs at the same

time, to begin copying.

To Edit Out Unwanted Parts

Press PAUSE on the recording VCR while copying is
in progress. Press PAUSE again to resume copying.

7 Press STOP on both VCRs to stop copying.

Selecting the Input Mode

Press INPUT.

The display will change in the order below.

Channel
Number

r

-►LINE-

D

or

Press CH A/T.

The display will change in the order below.

1 — 2 — 3

^1-2­l (Ci

'^LINE'i-------------

When LINE is selected, “L" is displayed in the Multi

Function Display for about 4 seconds.

Caution:

Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted
recordings may be copyright infringement.

-----­(CABLE) (TV) J

■125 or 69-<—^

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Before Requesting Service

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

Power Correction

No power...

• Completely insert the Power Plug into an AC outlet.

• Set the POWER button to ON.

Recording & Playback

TV program cannot be recorded...

Timer recording cannot be performed...

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

Special effects playback, picture may contain
some vertical jitter when using a TV with an
Automatic Vertical Hold Control...

VCR can not be controlled...

Remote Control '

VCR cannot be remote controlled... • Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor on the

Correction

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

• Make sure your antenna system (CABLE or TV) is correctly set.
(To Replace Channels in Memory [P.14])

• Make sure that the record tab is intact on the cassette. (P.5)

• Set the recording start/stop times correctly. (P.18)

• Make sure that the POWER button is set to OFF. (P.18)

• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power
interruption of more than 1 minute occurs before or during, a
Timer Recording, even after power is restored.

• Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV to match the Channel 3/4 svwtch
located on the rear panel of the VCR. (P.6)

• Set the VCR/TV selector to “VCR."

• Check that channel 3 or 4 of the TV is properly tuned in.

• Adjust the TRACKING control in either direction. (P.16)

• Set the TV’s Vertical Hold Control to “MANUAL” and then adjust it.

• Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P.22)

Correctiorr

VCR.(P.IO)

• Avoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal path.

• Inspect the remote batteries for possible replacement. (P.4)

• Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P.22)

• Exposing the VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or outdoor
light rriay cause signal interference.

ACTION and PROG buttons can not be used...

Miscellaneous

Programs cannot be viewed on TV...
Video cassette cannot be inserted...
Video cassette cannot be removed...
Video cassette ejects when a recording is started

or the power is turned off for timer recording...
In Stop mode, the motor (CYLINDER) continues

to rotate...

The top of the playback picture waves back and
forth excessively...

If you cannot resolve the problem, please call the Customer Satisfaction Center for
product assistance at 201-348<9090.

To locate an authorized servicenter, please call toll free 1-800-211-PANA (7262).

• Press the VCR button to select VCR mode. (P.29)

Correction

* Set the VCR/TV selector to TV." (P.17)

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

• Completely insert the Power Plug into an AC wall outlet.

■ Make sure the record tab is intact on the cassette. (P.5)

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

• Because the VCR playback signal is not as stable as an off-the-air
TV signal, the top of your TV screen may be bent or unstable
during playback. Slowly turn the horizontal hold control on your
TV to correct the wavy picture. If your TV does not have a
horizontal hold control or adjusting the control does not help,
please contact your local TV service center.

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Service Center List

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all

Customer Service inquiries please contact:

800-211-PAN A (7262), Monday-Friday 9am-9pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-7pm, EST.

Web Site: http://WWW.Panasonic.com
You can purchase parts, accessories or

locate your nearest servicenter by visiting

our Web Site.

Factory Servicenters Locations

CALIFORNIA GEORGIA
6550 Katella Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630

800 Dubuque Avenue
S. San Francisco, ILLINOIS
CA 94080 1703 North Randall

20201 Sherman Way
Suite 102 (Pick-up / Drop-off only)
Canoga Park, CA 91306

3878 Ruffin Road
Suite A
San Diego, CA 92123

-r

COLORADO Glen Bumie, MD 21061

1640 South Abilene Street
Suite D
Aurora, CO 80012

FLORIDA
3700 North 29th Avenue
Suite 102
Hollywood, FL 33020

8655 Roswell Road
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30350

Road
Elgin, IL 60123

9060 Golf Road
Niles, IL 60714

MARYLAND
62 Mountain Road

MASSACHUSETTS
60 Glacier Drive
Suite G
Westwood, MA 02090

MICHIGAN
37048 Van Dyke Avenue
Sterling Heights, Ml 48312

MINNESOTA
7850-12th Avenue South
Airport Business Center
Bloomington, MN 55425

OHIO
2236 Waycross Road
Civic Center Plaza
Forest Park, OH 45240

PENNSYLVANIA
2221 Cabot Blvd. West
Suite B
Langhome, PA 19047

Chartiers Valley
Shopping Center
1025 Washington Pike
Bridgeville, PA 15017

TENNESSEE
919-8th Avenue South

Nashville, TN 37203

TEXAS
7482 Hanwin Drive

Houston, TX 77036
13615 Welch Road

Suite 101

Farmers Branch,

TX 75244

WASHINGTON
20425-84th Avenue South

Kent, WA 98032

HAWAII
99-859 Iwaiwa Street
Aiea, Hawaii 96701

Phone [phone]

Fax [phone]

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/ Factory Servicenter:

Ave. 65 de Infanterie, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

Accessory Purchases:

Customer Orders Only 800-211-PANA (7262)

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As of October '97

Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation
of America,
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Sales Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc.
AVE. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park
Carolina, Puerto Rico.00985

PANASONIC Video Products

Limited Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as "the Warrantor”) will repair this

product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, in the USA or Puerto Rico, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship
as follows (all time periods commence from the date of the original purchase):

PRODUCT
CAMCORDER

VCR
A/V MIXER
MONITOR-VCR

PARTS

ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CCD IMAGE SENSOR

ONE (1) YEAR
ONE (1) YEAR
ONE (1) YEAR, EXCEPT CRT

CCD IMAGE SENSOR - SIX (6) MONTHS

CRT - TWO (2) YEARS

LABOR

NINETY (90) DAYS • '
NINETY (90) DAYS ^

NINETY (90) DAYS
NINETY (90) DAYS
NINETY (90) DAYS

CRT - NINETY (90) DAYS CUSTOMER
PAYS ALL LABOR CHARGES AFTER
90 DAYS

Monitor-VCR In-home or carry-in Service: 22” (diagonal) CRT / LCD and Larger

Monitor-VCR Carry-in Service: 21” (diagonal) CRT (LCD and smaller

Batteries fif included! - New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten (10) days,
Non-rechargeable batteries are not warranted.

Tape fif included) - New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette tape for five (5) days.
In-home, carry-in or mail-in service, as applicable, in the USA can be obtained during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic

Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Service Directory, Or call toll free 1-80Ю-211-PANA (7262), to locate an
authorized PASC Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the
Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory.

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser, A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the original purchase is
requires before warranty service is rendered.

This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during normal use and does not cover
normal maintenance, including, but not limited to, video and audio head cleaning. The warranty does not cover damage which occurs
in shipment, or failures which are caused products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse,
abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper antenna,
inadequate signal pickup, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper operation, power line surge, improper voltage supply,
lightning damage, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone

other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God,

LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCTS, OR ARISING OUT OF
ANY BREACH OF THE WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES. INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY
PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the

problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the Customer Satisfaction Center at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company address above,

SERVICE CALLS WHICH DO NOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP AS DETERMINED BY THE
WARRANTOR, IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION, ARE NOT COVERED. COSTS OF SUCH SERVICE CALLS ARE THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER,
warvid 10/20/97

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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia para rápida consulta

Para fijar el idioma , canal y reloj

1 Encienda el televisor y la videograbadora.

2 Sintonice el televisor al canal de salida de la

videograbadora (el mismo canal que ha fijado en

la parte trasera de la videograbadora; canal 3 o 4).

• Si esta usando los terminales de audioA^ideo para su
conexión, fije el televisor al modo de entrada de video.

3 Oprimir CH ▲ para elegir

el idioma de la pantalla
en inglés.

Oprimir CH T para eiegir
el idioma de ia pantaiia
en español.

Oprimir VCR/TV para elegir
el idioma de ia pantaiia en francés.

* Ud. podrá fíjar también usando los mismos botones

que están ubicados en la videograbadora.

■ La videograbadora debe conectarse a una antena o caja
de TV por cable.

Oprimir CH ▲ para iniciar
la fijación automática de
ios canales.

Aparece las siguientes
ínforrTiaciones:
“AUTOPROGRAMACION EN PROCESO"
“FIJACION AUTOMATICA DEL RELOJ EN PROCESO

SELECT UWE

PUSH VCR CH A: ENGLISH
OPRIMIR VCR CH T:ESPAÑOL

APP. VCfVTV : FRANÇAIS

FIJACION AUTO. (CA/RaOJ)

CONECTE EL CABLE DE LA
ANTENA y S I ESTA USANDO
UNA CAJA DE TV POR CABLE
SINTONICE AL CANAL P63
DE SU LOCAL LUEGO...

POR FAVOR OPRIMIR CH UP

d Oprimir AW para elegir “FIJAR RELOJ" y luego

oprimir ^ para que aparezca la pantalla de
“FIJAR RELOJ.”

e Oprimir AT para elegir "FIJACION

AUTOMATICA” y luego oprimir ► para que
aparezca la pantalla de “FIJACION AUTO.
(RELOJ).”

f Oprimir CH A para inicir la fijación automatica.

• Si ud. esta usando una ^a de TV por cable y tiene
muchos canales PBS, sintoniza la caja de TV por
cable a un canal PBS diferente e intente la fijación
automática otravez.

[Caso 2)

Si aparece la pantalla anterior, la fijación
automática del reloj no es disponible en su zona.

Por favor fije la hora del reloj manualmente.

a Oprimir el botón ACTION para que aparezca la

pantalla de la fijación del reloj.

b Oprimir AT ^4 ^ para elegir y fijar el mes, la

fecha, el año, la hora y la hora veraniega.

Para hacer correcciones,

Oprimir 4 ^ sucesivamente para mover hasta el
paso que desea corregir.

c Oprimir el botón ACTION dos veces para iniciar a

funcionar el reloj y salir desde este modo.

\y

[Caso 1]

1/ 4/2000 MAR 12;00PU

HORA VERANlEGAiACT

CANAL FIJADO I CA 02
FIJACION AUTOMATICA

COMPLETO

TERMINAR ; PULSE CH UP

[Caso 2)

FIJACION AUTOMATICA

DEL RELOJ
INCOMPLETO

OPRIMIR ACTION
PARA FIJAR EL RELOJ

[Caso 1)

Comprobar si la hora está fijada correctamente y
luego oprimir CH ▲ para terminar la fijación.

Si la hora y la hora veraniega es incorrecta,
Raras veces, en caso de que ud. vive cerca de dos
zonas con hora diferente, el aparato puede elegir un
canal PBS con diferente hora de su zona. En este
caso, haga los siguientes pasos;

a Tome nota del canal que está fijado en la pantalla y

salga desde este modo oprimiendo el botón CH A.

b Anule este canal desde los canales memorízados

en la combinación de VCR/TV.

c Oprimir el botón ACTION para que aparezca la

pantalla del MENU.

Para fijar o fijar de nuevo el reloj

En caso de que el reloj es incorrecto o ha ocurrido un

corte eléctrico.

1 Oprimir ACTION para

que aparezca la
pantalla del menú.

2 Oprimir AT para elegir

“FIJAR RELOJ" y luego
oprimirá para que
aparezca la pantalla de
“FIJAR RELOJ.”

3 Oprimir AT para elegir

“MANUAL." y luego
oprimirá para que
aparezca la pantalla de
la fijación del reloj.

4 Oprimir AT y "4 ► para

elegir y fijar la hora y la
fecha.

5 Oprimir ACTION dos

veces para iniciar a
funcionar el reloj y salir
desde este modo.

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

• MENU

PREPARAR VCfl

IJAR canal

LANGUE / LANGUAGE: ESPAÑOL

ELEGIRIA V
FIJAR :P
TERMINAR:ACTION

----------

FIJACION AUTOMATICA

ELEGIRIA V
FIJAR :►

TERMI NARiACT ION

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

FUNCIONES

FIJAR RELOJ

FIJAR RElOVh/"-r|y

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ELEGIRIA T

FIJAR :N ►

TERMINARiACTION

34

Operaciones básicas para la reproducción

Programación fácil para la

grabación con temporlzador

Introducir una cinta

• Esta indicación aparece en la
pantalla muftífuncional.

2 Oprimir PLAY en el control remoto o en la

videograbadora para comenzar a reproducir.

3 Oprimir STOP en el control remoto o en la

vídeograbadora para parar la reproducción.

4 Oprimir STOP/EJECT para expulsar la cinta.

Para buscar una escena en particular
durante la reproducción

Oprimir REW o FF durante la reproducción
para buscar una escena.

* La velocidad de búsqueda es a 7 veces más rápida que

la velocidad normal para el modo SP y 21 veces más
rápida para el mode SLP.

Operaciones básicas para la grabación.

1 Introducir una cinta

con la lengüeta.

Oprimir PROG para
exhibir la pantalla de

Rt£l4A/ INICIO PARADA СЛ

7 V IE

la programación.

• Si ya existe una programación

memorizada, oprimir AT y ►

para elegir un número sin
programación.

ELEGIR:* ▼
FIJAR :►
TERMINAR:PRDO

2 oprimir AT y ► para elegir y fijar uno de

los siguientes:

• 1 -31 =Grabación de una sola vez

• DIARIO =A una misma hora ÜJN-VIE ■

• SEMANAL =Una vez a la semana a una misma hora

Fecha de hoy

Ejemplo

■SEMANAUSAB)

SEMANAL
(LUN)

SEMANAUDOM}-

7

8-9-

АЛГ Orden para elegir

' OtARIA'

31-

•6-.—•*

3 Oprimir AT y ► para elegir y fijar las

siguientes fijaciones.

Fijaciones:

• Hora de inicio « Hora de parada

• Canal o LINEA para una fuente externa .

• Categoría (NO. DEPORTE. CINE, COMEDIA,
MUSICA, DRAMA)

• Velecidad de la cinta (SP, LP, SLP).

2 Oprimir CH A/T o las

teclas numéricas para

CA OS

ABC

elegir un canal.

• Para grabar desde una fuente

externa, oprimir CH A/T o
INPUT para elegir “LINEA."

3 Oprimir SPEED para

cambiar la velocidad
de la cinta.

• SP = Reproducción estándar,
LP = Larga duración,

SLP = Superlarga duración.

4 Oprimir REC/TIME en el control remoto o

videograbadora para empezar a grabar.

• oprimir PAUSE para hacer una pausa en la
grabación en progreso.

Grabación de un toque (OTR) ^

La videograbadora termina la grabación a una hora programada.

En el paso 4, oprimir repetidamente REC/TIME para
fijar el tiempo de grabación. Cada presión cambiará
la hora de parada como demuestra al siguiente.

Grabación normal-^0:30-^i :00>

c

4Л0**— -1:30-^

Para hacer correcciones

Oprimir sucesivamente para avanzar u para
retroceder hasta el paso que desea corregir.

4 Oprimir PROG para

terminar la programación.

Para hacer más programaciones

Oprimir AT y P- para elegir y fijar un número de
pmgramación en blanco y luego repita los pasos 2 y 3.

P FE INIC PARADA CA VEL

2

--------------:------------­3 -- ----------------------­4 — —:— —

CANCELAR: ADO
ELEGIR 1-8: A

FIJAR :►

TERMI NAR:PflO(

DLT
T

h

5 Oprimir PROG para salir desde este modo y

volver a la pantalla normal.

6 Oprimir POWER y apague

el aparato para la grabación
con temporizador.

• Si la fuente de la grabación es Pantalla rnultifundonal
una c^a de TV por cable,

asegúrese de que la caja de TV
por cable está encendido y esté
sintonizado al canal que desea grabar.

5 Oprimir STOP para parar la grabación.

35

Quick Use Guide

This guide should only be used once you are familiar with the operations inside this manual.

If you have any problems or need more information, please refer to the page listed.

Clock Reset (page 13)

■■ I

MLNU ——————— Sel CLOvHk

SET UP VCn

(ACTION)

Display

SCTUPÌ3ÌANNEL

10 P OMA/LANGUE : ENGL 1 SH
SEL£CT:A T KEY
SET ;► KEY

END :ACTION KEY

the menu

Playback a Tape (page 16)

Turn TV on
Select VCR

Channel 3/4

Make a Recording (page 17)

^(oo)^

Select

“SET CLOCK”

__

AUTO aOCK SET

HBKIHI

SELECT :A T KEY
SET KEY
Et«J :ACTION KEY

SET CLOCKS My

2000 TOE 12:OOPV

■

BTjlfjmiiH

SELECT;^ » KEY
SET ► KEY
End :action key

4{o o)^

Select “MANUAL"

Set the clock

(ACTION)

Start the clock &

exit this mode

At VCR

/

Eject tape

Set a Timer Recording (page 18)

START STOP

(PROG)

Display the

program screen

Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Matsushita
Eiectric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094

Printed in Japan
VQTS3409 (A)

CATEGORY:N/A

SELECT

A ▼ KEY

SET

► KEY

PROO KEY

END

^ (PROG)

Enter timer

information

Panasonic Saies Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric of
Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC")

Ave. 65 de Infanteria. Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985

Once to finish the

program, twice to
exit this mode

P DT STAPrr STOP CH SPO

CANCEL:AOO/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:A T KEY
ENTER :► KEY
END :PROQ KEY

Em

STOP

Stop recording

^Si

Turn VCR off

toset the timer