Panasonic PV-C2081 Owner’s Manual

Panasonic

Combination VCR

Ornnlvi81on {_

Model No. PV-C2061/PV-C2081

Operating Instructions

i-

. Initial Setup and Connection Procedures are on pages 8 to 13

• SELF-DEMO Procedure is on page 4

Matsushita Electric Corporation

_ s an ENERGY STAFP Partner,

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
(Gufa para rapida consulta en espafiol est,_ incluida.)

_1 lJ,I _ " t.- I- .el I,.ell

of America has determined that
this product or product model

meets the ENERGY STAFP
guidelines for energy efficiency.

LSQT0332A

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ImportantSafeguardsandPrecautions

I OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION I

OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL

I READAND RETAINALL SAFETY AND

WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON UNIT

I INSTALLATION

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate onlyfrom power source indicatedon unit
or in this manual. If uncertain, have your Electdc

Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer
verity your home power source.

2 POWER CORD PLUG

For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one
wide blade), or a three-wire grounding type plug.

Always hold the plug firmly and make sure your

hands aredry when plugging in or unplugging the

AC power cord. Regularly remove dust, dirt, etc.

on the plug.

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:

The plug fits into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully

inserted, tryreversing it. If it still will not fit, have an
electdcian install the properwall outlet. Do not
tamper with the plug.

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
The plugrequires a three-hole grounding outlet.

If necessary, have an electrician install the proper

outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.

3 POWER CORD

To avoid unit malfunction,and to protectagainst

electricalshock,fireor personal injury:

- Keeppowercordaway from heatingappliances
and walkingtraffic.Do not restheavyobjectson,
or rollsuchobjectsover the powercord.

- Do nottamperwiththe cord inanyway.

- An extensioncordshouldhave the sametype
plug(polarizedorgrounding)and mustbe

securelyconnected.

- Overloaded walloutletsor extensioncordsisa
fire hazard.

- Frayedcords,damaged plugs,and damaged or
crackedwireinsulationare hazardousand should

be replacedby a qualifiedelectrician.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated dudng operation. Ifblocked, heat
build-up may result in a fire hazard or heat

damageto cassettes.

Foryour protection:
a. Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON,

or operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other soft surface.

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

or rack, unless properly ventilated,

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place unit overor near a heater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, etc. If unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place,

moisture may condense in unit and on the tape
causing damage.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

• Never place unit on support or stand that is not
firm, level, and adequately strong.
The unit could fall causing sadous ,_1=.__.

injury to a child or adult and
damageto the unit.

• Move any appliance and cart

combination with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and

unevensurfaces may cause objects to overturn.

• Carefully follow alloperating instructions.

2

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

Anoutside antenna or cable system must be properly

grounded to provide some protection
against built up static charges =_._

and voltage. Section 810 _ _-%_ -.
of the National Electdcal _ _ "_._==_

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in I _'] J_-_=_=--,_

Canada, part 1 of the I.._._.:-."=:,.. ....

Canadan Electdcal Code) -_L:]_,,t,_._=_:..._.-.

provides information ..............

regarding proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna

discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE

POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
Locate an outside antenna system well away from power

lines andelectric light or power circuits so itwill never

touch these power sources should it ever fall. When

installing antenna, absolutely never touch power lines,
circuits or other power sources asthis could be fatal.

I USING THE UNIT I

Beforeunitisbrought outofstorageormovedtoa newlocation,
referagainto the INSTALLATIONsectionofthesesafeguards.
1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR

MOISTURE, suchas vases,sinks,tubs,etc.

2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

STRONG IMPACT, unplugunitandhave it inspected
bya qualifiedservicetechnicianbeforeuse.

3 ELECTRICAL STORMS

Dudnga lightningstorm,or beforeleaving unitunusedfor
extendedperiodsoftime,disconnectall equipmentfrom

thepowersource as wellas the antennaandcablesystem.

4 WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• DO NOT OPERATE IF:

- liquidhasspilledinto unit.

- unitwas droppedor otherwisedamaged.

- unitemitssmoke, malodors, ornoises.
Immediatelyunplugunit,and have it inspectedby a

servicetechniciantoavoidpotentialfire andshockhazards.

• Neverdroporpushanyobjectthroughopeningsinunit.

Touchinginternalpartsmaycauseelectricshockor tim hazard.

• Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from

unit to avoid electdcal interference.

5 USING ACCESSORIES

Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer
to avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.

6 CLEANING UNIT

Unplugunit.Use aclean,dry,chemicallyuntreatedclothto
genT removedustor debris.DO NOTUSEcleaningfluids,

aerosols,or forcedairthatcouldover-spray,orseep intounitand
causeelectricalshock.Anysubstance,suchaswax,adhesive

tape,etc.may marthecabinetsurface.Exposuretogreasy,
humid,or dustyareasmayadverselyaffectintemalparts.

I SERVICE I

1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF

If,aftercarefullyfollowingdetailedoperatinginstructions,the
unitdoes notoperateproperly,do not attemptto open or

removecovers, or makeany adjustmentsnot describedin the
manual.Unplugunitand contacta qualifiedservicetechnician.

2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS

Make surethe service technicianuses only parts specified
bythemanufacturer,or haveequal safetycharacteristics

as originalparts. The useof unauthorizedsubstitutesmay
resultinfire, electricshock,or otherhazards.

3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING

Afterunitisserviced or repaired,requestthat athrough safety
checkbe done asdescribed in themanufacturer'sservice

literaturetoinsurevideounitis insafeoperatingcondition.

Safety Precautions/Mesures de s curitd

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.
Avertissement :Afin de pr_venir tout risque d'incendie ou de chocs electriques, ne pas

exposer cet appareil b la pluie ou b une humidit_ excessive.

Attention : Pour dviter les chocs dlectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans

la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.

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.
This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with

§15.119 of the FCC rules.

FCC WARNING : Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment

would void the user's authority to operate.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient

magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important

literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.

Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.

3

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 below. The serial number is on the

tag located on the back of your unit.

r Date of Purchase

Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.

Serial No.

f

Accessories

[] Remote Control

LSSQ0276

1) Open the cover.

2) Insert batteries as marked.

(3D CD (DI
c3D(3D (3D

[] Batteries

O O O CTI

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

2 "AA"

With Power ON, press

PLAY/REPEAT on the
unit for 7 seconds to

deactivate the SELF-

3) Close the cover.

[] Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Break off the tab to protect.

J

Record Tab

Screw driver

To record again.

DEMO Mode.
Repeat this to display

demo screen.

Cover the hole

with cellophane tape.

Important Safeguards and Precautions / Safety Precautions ......... 2

Before Using ......................................................................................... 4

Table of Contents ................................................................................. 5

Location of Controls ............................................................................ 6

Initial Setup for ANT. / Cable Connection .......................................... 8

Initial Setup for DSS / Cable box Connection ................................. 10

Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time Zone Adjust ................... 12

Playback a Tape ................................................................................. 14

Record On a Tape .............................................................................. 14

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) ............................................................. 15

TV Operation ...................................................................................... 16

MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System ................................................. 17

TV Timer Features .............................................................................. 18

Closed Caption System ..................................................................... 20

m

m

Picture Adjustment ............................................................................ 21

FM Radio / FM Transmitter ................................................................ 22

(Model PV-C2081 only)

Timer Recording ................................................................................. 24

Timer Programming using

VCR Plus+®System ............................................................................ 26

Cable Box Universal Remote Control Feature ................................ 28

Tape Operation ................................................................................... 30

Special VCR Features ........................................................................ 33

V-Chip Control Feature ...................................................................... 37

Audio Features (Model PV-C2081 only) ........................................... 40

On-Screen Display (OSD) .................................................................. 41

Unit Information ................................................................................. 42

Before Requesting Service ............................................................... 43

Service Center List ............................................................................ 44

Limited Warranty ................................................................................ 45

Spanish Quick Use Guide / Gufa para rbpida consulta .................. 46

Index .................................................................................................... 48

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Light Tower "MIlluminated Remote Control

LIGHT button:

When LIGHT is pressed, available buttons in the selected mode light up and the selected mode
button (COMBO or DSS CABLE) flashes for 5 seconds. If no button is pressed, light goes out in 5
seconds to conserve batteries. Also, by holding down a button, you can confirm the selected mode

(mode button will flash) in the dark.
EJECT button:

When EJECT is pressed, the tape is ejected from Cassette Compartment.

If EJECT is pressed during recording, the unit will net respond to the command.

EJECT
Page 6

POWER

Page 8

FM/TV

Page 22

MUTE

Page 16

CHANNEL UP/DOWN Pg. 16
SELECT UP/DOWN Pg. 13

ACTION
Page 12

NUMBER KEYS
Page 16

REWIND/SEARCH

Page 14
PAUSE/SLOW

Page 14
CM/ZERO

Page 32
SLEEP

Page 19
AUDIO

Page 17

NITE
Page 16

SPEED
Page 14

/ Page 16

/SET/BACKSPACE Pg, 13

S PROGRAM Page 24

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COMBO

Page 28

Page 6

DSS CABLE

Page 28

RAPID TUNE

LIGHT

VOLUME UP/DOWN Pg. 16

VCR Plus+ Page 26

TRACKING UP/DOWN

V-Lock Page 42

ADD/DELETE

Page 13

PLAY

Page 14

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

Page 14

ENTER Page 28

DISPLAY Page 41

STOP

Page 14

TAPE POSITION

Page 31

REC

Page14

SEARCH

Page 30

COUNTER RESET

Page 32

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REWIND/SEARCH Page 14
ACTION Page 13

STOP/EJECT Page 14

ACTION Page 13
CHANNELUP/DOWN Page 16

TRACKINGUP/DOWNPage 42

SELECTUP/DOWN Page 13

VOLUME UP/DOWN Page
SET/BACKSPACE Page 13

POWER
Page 8

Audio/Video In Jack

Page 15

<Model PV-C2081 only>

partment

Page 14

PLAY/REPEAT

Page 14

Page14

REC

Page 14

TIMER/FM

Pages19,22

Built-In Speaker(x2)

Phones Jack

Page 16

REC Indicator ," ,
Lights during recording. /_'_i_:
In Rec Pause or OTR _ n _ PROG TIMER Indicator

Pause mode, the I - ] / I Lights when the unitis set forlimer
indicatorflashes. _) I J /_ Recording. It flashes when a _mer

Page 14 /" _. [ FJ Recording has been set with no tape

J _ inserted, the clock is not set, or the

Remote Sensor ON TIMER Indicator Page 24

,I IL

tape is in motion.

Lights when the

On llrner isset.

Page 18

<Model PV-C2081 unit shown>

AC Power Plug

When plugged into
an AC outlet, this

unit consumes 4.0 W
of electric power in

OFF condition.

<ModelPV-C2081only>

Output
Connector(L/R)
For connection to the

audio input connector

of a stereo amp.

0

_VHF/UHF Antenna

Input Terminal

In from your Antenna

or Cable.
Pages 8, 10

7

• Connect the Cable from Antenna/Cable to the VHF/UHF
terminal on unit.

UNIT

INfrom

ANT./CABLE

VHF/UHF

Press COMBO for Combo mode.

3

Press POWER* on the

remote or unit.

When the unit is turned on the

first time, SELECT

LANGUAGE screen appears.

SELECTLANGUAGE

PRESS CH • :English

OPRIMIR CH • :Espahol

APP. MOL + :Frangais

• If wrong language is set, complete "Reset
all unit Memory Functions" steps page 9.

WARNING:

When using "Nut type" RF coaxial cables, tighten with

fingers only. Overtightening may damage term na s.

Press OH • to select English.

OR
Press OH • to select Spanish
(Espahol).

OR
Press VOL + to select French

(Frangais).
CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET

screen appears.

CHANNEL/CL0CKAUTOSET

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE

BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR

LOCAL PBS CH THEN...

PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY

4

Press CH • Key to start
CHANNEL / CLOCK AUTO SET

operation. Settings are performed
automatically. If the setup is
completed, the following screen is
displayed.

2/7/2001WED12:00PM

DST:ON

SETTING : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET

COMPLETED

END : PRESS CH UP KEY

If AUTO CLOCK SET tS
INCOMPLETE screen appears, set

the clock using MANUAL CLOCK

SET _rocedure as below.

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

POWER--

ACTION-

cb

C_ (Z) (:Z:)._

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e) (_3 e)

P_ ct_l_qo STOr*#,_tay

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Auolo P_ OOetWTI__te_

_OO_tT

--COMBO

SELECT/

--SET
A:CH UP

v:CH DOWN

I'+:VOL UP

:VOL DOWN

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY

If AUTO CLOCK SET was incomplete,
manually set the clock as follows.

to display SET CLOCK Menu screen.

Press ACTION Key on the Remote

SET CLOCK

/IX DST:ON

SELECT:A •

SET :_

press II_ to set. In the same manner,

Press • • to select the month and

:ACTION

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

SET CLOCK

DST :ON

END :ACTION

Press ACTION Key twice to ;tart

3

CLOCK and exit.

When moving unit to a new location, or if a

mistake was made in the Initial Setup

section.

• Make sure a tape is not inserted in the unit.
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[ I

! Turn the unit

Power on.

2 Press and hold both PLAY and

FF on the unit for more than 5
seconds.

• The power will shut off.

• Please ignore "NO CASSE-I-FE"
warning.

Do "Initial Setup" on page 8.

9

Connect the OUT Jack on your
cable box to the VHF/UHF

terminal on unit with an RF cable.

UNIT

Cable TV
Converter Box

i I \\

Note to CABLE System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the

CABLE (Cable TV) System Installers
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC

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.

INfrom

ANT./CABLE

VHF/UHF

Press COMBO for Combo mode.

Press POWER* on the
remote or unit.

When the unit is turned on
the first time, SELECT

LANGUAGE screen appears.

SELECTLANGUAGE

PRESS CH • :English

OPRIMIR CH • :Espa_ol
APP, VOL + :Franqais

• Turn on your cable box and set it to
PBS(Public Broadcast Station) channel

in your time zone. If you use DSS

receiver, it must be turned off.

WARNING:
When using "Nut type" RF coaxial cables, tighten with

fingers only. Overt ghten ng may damage term nas.

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Press CH • to select English.

OR

Press CH • to select Spanish
(Espa5ol).

OR

Press VOL + to select French
(Frangais).

CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET
screen appears.

CHANNEL/CLOCKAUTOSET

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE

BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN...

PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY

• If wrong language is set,
complete "Reset all unit Memory

Functions" steps page 9.

4

Press CH • Key to start

CHANNEL / CLOCK AUTO SET
operation. Settings are performed

automatically. If the setup is

completed, the following screen is

displayed.

2/7/2001WED12:00PM

DST:ON

SETTING : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET

COMPLETED

END : PRESS CH UP KEY

POWER--

ACTION-

f

--COMBO

SELECT/

--SET
A:CH UP

v:CH DOWN

I, :VOL UP

:VOL DOWN

If AUTO CLOCK SET IS

INCOMPLETE screen appears, set
the clock using MANUAL CLOCK
SET )rocedure on page 9.

AUTO CLOCK SET
I S INCOMPLETE

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY

PRESSING ACTION KEY

1) Press ACTION.

2) Press AY, I_ to select "CH."

MAIN MENU

CH CLOCK EXIT

SELECT !A • •

SET :ACTION

m(_l.T

I-(_0

ARE YOU US ING I

A CABLEyEsBOX?

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5) Press •Y to select "YES" or "NO"
and press I_.

• If you select...

• "YES" --) Step 6).

• "NO" -_ Press ACTION three times to exit.

3) Press ACTION.

SET UP CHANNEL

ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
CHANNEL CAPTION

LAY:OFF

BELECT:A T

SET :_
END :ACTION

UP

4) Press &Y to select
CABLE BOX SET UP and press I_.

6) Press _I,V to select the same channel as
your cable box or DSS receiver output
channel, then press I_.

• If necessary, refer to your cable box manual.

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

OU-r as the output channel.

7) Press ACTION

three times to exit.

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1

MAIN MENU

CH _ EXIT

SELECT:& • • P"

SET :ACT f ON

Press ACTION*

to display MAIN MENU.

=" Language

1) Press AY4 • to
select language

icon.

MAIN MENU

CH

SELECT:A • 4 •
SET :ACTION

2) Press ACTION

repeatedly.

MENU PRINCIPAL

ELEGIR:, • < •
FIJAR :ACTION

F_LA

For Spanish

MENU

CANALNORkOGE

SEL. :, • < •
REGLER : ACT I ON

For French

MAIN MENU

HELLO

• Channels

1) Press A_'4 • to
select "CH."

MAIN MENU

SELECT:& • • •
SET :ACTION

2) Press ACTION,

SET UP CHANNEL

CHANNEL CAPTION

WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY:OFF

CABLE BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP

SELECT:A •

SET _
END ;ACTION

3) Press A_r to select
"ANTENNA," then

press • to set your
antenna system

("TV" or "CABLE").

4) Press 4,y to select

"AUTO SET," then
press I_.

• After Channel Auto Set
is finished, Clock Auto

Set willbe performed.

• Clock

1) Press A_I'< • to
select "CLOCK."

2) Press ACTION.

SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET

TIME ZONE ADJUST :0

SELECT:, •
SET :•

END :ACTION

'TIME ZONE ADJUST"
appears only when

autoclock isset.)

3) Press kY to select
"MANUAL" or

"AUTO CLOCK

SET" and press I_.

• ForAuto Clock Set,

select"AUTO CLOCK
SET,"ltBn pressOHA.

\_/ SET CLOCK

/J\ DST:ON

E

SELECT:, •
SET :•
END :ACTION

CH CLOCK

SELECT:A • • •

SET : ACT I ON

For English

3) Press AY_I • to
select "EXIT."

Press ACTION to

exit.

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4) Press AV and
press _11_ to

select and set the
month, date, year,

time, and DST

(Daylight Saving
Time).

5) Press ACTION
twice to start the

clock and exit this
mode.

• Time Zone Adjust

(Only when Auto Clock isset.)

1) Press AV, • to
select "CLOCK."

MAIN MENU

CLOCK EXIT

SET :AGTtON

2) Press ACTION.

SET CLOCK

POWER--

ACTION-

0@®

eG_

EJECT LIG_

SELECT/

--SET
A:CH UP
v:CH DOWN

I' :VOL UP

4:VOL DOWN

NUMBER
Keys

--ADDIDLT

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL

SELECT:& •
SET :_

END :ACTION

3) Press AY to select
TIME ZONE

ADJUST and

press _1or • to

subtract or add

hour(s) as
necessary.

SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET

MANUAL

• ,B

SELECT:A •
SET :,

END :ACTION

4) Press ACTION

twice to exit.

• TIME ZONE

ADJUST returns to
"0" if clock is set

manually.

ACTION key on

the unit

_O_/F_IECTREW/(_B

(E]E]

-_ ACTION_-

On Unit

You can operate the

menu screen using
unit buttons.

To display the menu,

press STOP/EJECT
and REW together

with no tape inserted.

To exit the menu,
repeat above with or

without tape inserted
until normal screen

appears.

Add or Delete a Channel

To add channel:

Select channel with
number keys and

_ress ADD/DLT.

CHANNEL OSAOOED

On Remote

• : CH UP

• : CH DOWN

• : VOLUME UP
_1 : VOLUME DOWN

Whenever the menu or program

screen is displayed,CHANNEL

UP/DOWN function as AV and

VOLUME UP/DOWN function as

_I • only.

Using A•, • keys --_

VOL CH

QQQQ

On Unit

To delete channel:

Select channel with CH

AY or number keys and

press ADD/DLT.

CHANNEL 08 DELETED

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I_'Ready Check List

[] All connections are made.
[] Your unit is plugged in.

• The unit power comes
on automatically.

1 '°se acassette.

To prevent tape jam, _j,_

remove loose or peeling labels
from tapes.

Playback begins if cassette hasno

Press PLAY.

recordtab.

• Forward/Reverse scene search

--) Press FF or REW

•--) Press again or PLAY to release.

• Still (Freeze) picture

--) Press PAUSE/SLOW

--) Press PLAY to release.

• Slow Motion picture

--) Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in

Still mode

--) Press PLAY to release.

• Frame by Frame picture

--) Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode

---)Press PLAY to release.

• These features work best in SP or SLP mode.

• After the unit is in Still or Slow mode for 3
minutes, itwill switch to Stop mode automatically

to protect the tape and the video head.

• Stop --) Press STOP

• Rewind tape ---)Press REW inStop mode

• Fast forward tape ---)Press FF inStop mode

• Eject tape --) Press EJECT on the remote

or STOP/EJECT on the unit

You can operate on the unit

<Model PV-C2061 unit shown>

CH AV

3

• The unitpower comeson automatically.

Insert a cassette with record tab.

Select Channel.

Press CH AV* or number keys to

• For "LINE" input, see bottom of next page.

Press SPEED to select recording
speed (see page 42).
SP = Standard Play
LP = Long Play

SLP = Super Long Play

• Selected speed is displayed.

• To edit out unwanted portions, press

Press REC to start recording.

PAUSE/SLOW to pause and resume

recording.

• You cannot view another channel during

recording.

• Stop --) Press STOP

• One Touch Recording (OTR)
Press REC repeatedly -No._a_R_---030--,:o0

to set the recording _, __
length (30 min - 4 hours.) ,:00_-3:0o.,-2:®*-::30-,--

• The unit stops recording at a preset time.

• PROG TIMER indicator lights on the unit.

• After the unit has been in Rec Pause mode for 5

minutes, it will stop automatically to protectthe
tape and the video head.

• The remaining recording time of an OTR can be
displayed by pressing DISPLAY.

SELECT/

A:CH UP
v:CH DOWN

l, :VOL UP

4 :VOLDOWN

Insert a cassette. I PLAYEc

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• Pressto stop and/or REC Indicator
eject tape.

Keys

/SLOW

V-LOCK

Connections you'll need to make.

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Recording (Editing) unit

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Recording (Editing) unit

Playing (Source) VCR

AUDIO VIDEO IN FROM

/ / OUTTO ....

+ :

IN 00:I Ot®TV

1

2

PAUSE PAUSE at starting _ _-_ immediately to put in

Playing (Source) VCR

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Insert blank tape
with record tab.

Insert pre- 1

recorded tape. __

Select "LINE" mode.
See "Selecting Input Mode" below.

] Press PLAY then Press REC, then

point to put in

pAUSEPAUSE/SLOW

Standby mode. Standby mode.

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

(Perform operation of steps 4 and 5 on both units at same time.)

Press PAUSE/SLOW

4 _ to start dubbing. ___

_ Press PLAY

to stop dubbing. I_)

Method 1:

Press OH AV. The display will change as follows.

Method 2: ",--+-LINE_---_125 or 69_--/
a Press ACTION for MAIN MENU.

• Unauthorized exchanging
and/or copying of copyrighted

recordings may be copyright
infringement.

b Press _,V4 • to select "TV", then press ACTION

for SET UP TV screen.

e Press _,V to select "INPUT SELECT," and

then press • to select "TUNER" or "LINE."

d Press ACTION twice to exit this mode.

to start dubbing.

Press STOP
to stop dubbing.

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