Panasonic PV-C2580, PV-C2540 Owner’s Manual

Panasonic

Combination VCR

G_ra-tv_lon _ Operating Instructions

Models No. PV-C2540 / PV-C2580

As an ENERGY STAI_ Partner, Matsushita Electric Corporation of

4merica has determined that this _roduct or product model meets the

ENERGY STAF_ guidelines for =.nergy efficiency.

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ImportantSafeguards and Precautions

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL

I EAD AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND

WARNINGS INTHE MANUAL AND ON UNIT

[ INSTALLATION ]

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from power source indicated on unit

or in this manual. If uncertain, have your EleCtric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify 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 are dry 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, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an

electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:

The plug requires 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 protect against

electrical shock, fire or personal injury:

- Keep power cord away from heating appliances and walking traffic. Do not rest heavy objects on,

or roll such objects over the power cord.

- DO not tamper with the cord in any way.

- An extension cord should have the same type plug (polarized or grounding) and must be

securely connected.

- Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords is a

fire hazard.

- Frayed cords, damaged plugs, end damaged or

cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should

be replaced by a qualified electrician.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings inthe cabinet retease heat generated during operation. If blocked, heat

build-up may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes.

For your 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 over or 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 demage.

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 serious ._L injury to a child or adult and

damage to the unit.

• Move any appliance and cart combination with care.

Quick StOpS, excessive force, and

uneven surfaces may cause objects to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating instructions.

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

J OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION ]

An Outsideantenna or cable systemmust

be properlygroundedto providesome ,_.._--'¢'. protectionagainst builtup static /_- ---_J ",

chargesand voltage. / _=_'_/'-_T_ Section810 of the _----------------_____._/_ _._, NationalElectrical Code. I _ /_,,,,-j ,_,.€_.,,.._ ANSI/NFPA 70 (in L= _ !..._..Z-)=_ _'_'_, Canada, part 1 ofthe _ i_:_=,,=_,,.,

Canadian ElectricalCode) _"--.J-___,.__..,_-,.,#==-,,.=,,. providesinformation "_--'_'_ =="=_=_ _"_

regarding propergroundingof the mast andsupportingstructure, groundingof the lead-in wire to an antenna dischargeunit,size of groundingconductors,locationofantenna dischargeunit,connection togroundingelectrodes,and requirementsfor the groundingelectrode,

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER

LINES OR CIRCUITS

Locatean outside antennasystem wellawayfrom power linesand

electriclightor power circuitsSOit willnevertouchthese power sources shouldit ever fall. When installingantenna,absolutelynevertouch powerlines,circuitsorother power sourcesasthis couldDefatal.

I USINGTHEUNIT ,,, I

Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location. refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards°

1 KEEP UNITWELL AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE,

such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc.

2 IF EXPOSEDTO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT,

unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualified service

technician before use.

3 ELECTRICAL STORMS

During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4 WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• DO NOT OPERATE IF:

- liquid has spilled into unit.

- unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.

- unit emits smoke, malodors, or noises. Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected by a service

technician to avoid potential fire and shock hazards.

• Never drop or push any o_'lectthrough openings in unit, Touching internal parts may cause electricshock or fire hazard,

,, Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away frOm unit to

avoid e|ectrical interference.

5 USING ACCESSORIES

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

6 CLEANING UNIT

Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debds. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance, such as wax, adhesive tape.etc. may mar the cabinet surface, t=xposureto

greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.

J SERVICE I

1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCTYOURSELF

If, after carefully following detailed operating instructions, the unit does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug unit and contact a qualified service technician.

2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS

Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer, or have equal safety characteristics as original parts, The use of unauthorized substitutes may result

in fire, electdc shock, or other hazards.

3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING

After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a through safety check be done as described in the manufacturer's service

literature to insure video unit is in safe operating condition.

Safety Precautions/Mesures de sdcuritd

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 pr6venir tout risque d'incendie ou de chocs dlectriques, ne pas

exposer cet appareil a la pluie ou & une humiditd excessive.

Attention: Pour dviter ies 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 §15.1 19

of the FCC rules.

FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment

would void the user's authority to operate.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated

voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind

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

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.

ImportantSafeguardsandPrecautions... 2

Use

Enjoy

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Before Using ..................................

• Accessories .................... 6 * Record/Playback Time ... 6

• Loading the Batteries ...... 6 - Prevent Accidental

Tape Erasure .................. 6

TV Operation ................................ 10

(Main Operation, NIGHT (NITE) Mode, Using the 100 Key, Rapid Tune, Audio Mute, Phones, SELF-DEMO Mode)

MTS Broadcast/TV Stereo System

(For Model PV-02580 only) ................ 11

(Stereo/SAP/Mono broadcast, Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing)

Timer Recording ............... ... 14 ~ 15

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

Timer Program using

VCR Plus+ ®System .... ...... ... 16 ~ 19

• Cable Box Setup .................... 17

• VCR Plus+ Channel Setup ..... 18

- VCR Plus+ System Programming ... 19

Other

Information !

TV Timer Features ...... .......... 20 ~ 21

• ON-TIMER with Alarm ............ 20

• SLEEP TIMER ........................ 21

• INSTANT ALARM ................... 21

Closed Caption System ...... 22 - 23

• Closed Caption Mode Feature .. 22

• Caption On Mute Feature .......... 23

Tape Operation ..................... 24 ~ 27

• Commercial Skip ........... 24 • Zero Search .................. 25

• Program End Search .... 24 - Auto Operation Functions .. 25

• Tape Position ................ 24 • VHSIndexSearchSystem .. 26, 27

• Repeat Play .................. 25

Reset Language, Channels, Clock... 46

On-Screen Display (OSD) ........... 47

Unit Information ........................... 48

Before Requesting Service .... ..... 49

Connections ............................................................... 7

• Outdoor Antenna Connections ...... 7

• DSS/Cable box Connections ......... 7

One Time Setup ................................................... 8 - 9

(Language, Channel, Clock)

Playback a Tape ....................................................... 12

(Main Operation, Forward or Reverse Search, Still Picture, Slow Motion, Frame by Frame Advance, Features for a Quality Picture)

Record On a Tape .................................................... 13

(Main Operation, One Touch Recording(OTR), Selecting Input Mode)

Special VCR Features ...................................... 28 ~ 32

• Channel Caption .................... 28, 29 • Weak Signal Display ON/OFF ......... 32

• Time Stamp ........................... 30, 31 • VCR Lock ..................................... 32

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) ..................................... 33

FM Radio .......................................................... 34 ~ 35

• FM Radio Setup ........................... 34 • Using FM Radio ........................... 35

• FM ANTENNA Setup ................... 34 • To select Audio Mode for FM Radio

(For Model PV-C2580 only) ............... 35

FM Transmitter (For Model PV-C2580 only) .................. 36

(FM Transmitter Carrier Frequency Setup, FM Transmitter Setup, Speaker with FM Transmitter Setup)

Picture Adjustment ................................................. 37

V-Chip Control Feature ................................... 38 ~ 41

• Enter Secret Code ....................... 38 ° Setup US IV PROGRAMS Ratings .. 40

• Setup US MOVIES Ratings ......... 39 • Blocking Message ........................ 41

Cable Box Universal Remote Control Feature ...... 42 ~ 43

• The Universal Remote Control Setup .... 42 ° Remote Warning ON/OFF ................. 43

• Using the Universal Remote Controls .... 42 ° DSS/Cable Box Brand C(_e Numbers .... 43

Audio Feature (For Model PV-02580 only) ........... 44 - 45

Service Center List .................................................. 50

Spanish Quick Use Guide ............................... 51 ~ 53

Location of Controls ........................................ 54 ~ 55

Warranty ................................................... Back Cover

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 uqit,

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone No. Model No.

Serial No.

Accessories

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1)'Open the cover.

2) Insert batteries as marked.

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[] Remote Control [] Remote Control

LSSQ0240 LSSQ0198 (PV-C2540) (PV-C2580)

[] Batteries _ ")

2"AA"

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

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.

Record Tab

Screw driver

Only use tapes with the _ mark in this unit.

Tape Speed

Setting

SP (Standard Play)

LP (Long Play)

SLP

(Super Long Play)

Type of Video Cassette

T60 _! T120 1 T160

1 Hour

2 Hours

3 Hours

i 2 Hours

2 Hours 40 Minutes

4 Hours 20 Minutes

6 Hours 8 Hours

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To record again.

5 Hours

Unhook the antenna from your

previous TV or VCR and connect it to the back of the unit as shown in the

diagram.

If your antenna system has separate UHF and VHF lead-ins, you need a UHF/VHF Band Mixer (not supplied.)

UHF/VHF Band f_ Mixer (not supplied) II

(Flat) Twin Lead _ [ J_lm l_m_' 300 Ohm Cable ZC_-_-_ _11 ==_=_=_ /

(Round) 75 Ohm _ / II

_-° axia I Cabl_e___ _-O r_ _._f_

When using "Nut type" RF coaxial cables, tighten with tingers only.

WARNING: I

Overtightening may damage terminals.

(Flat) Twin Lead Back of unit 300 Ohm Cable <Model PV-C2540 unit is shown here.>

• Without a Cable Box

You can;

• record or view unscrambled channels. You cannot;

• record or view scrambled channels.

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

• With a Cable Box

You can;

• record or view any channel including scrambled channels. NOTE: Channel selection must be made at the cable box.

You cannot;

• view a channel other than the one selected for any

type of recording.

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

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.

TransformerIT_ -i--'-'d

ohm ""

(not supplied) LL_

unit

Box

• With a DSS Receiver

You can;

• record or view any channel including scrambled channels.

NOTE: Channel selection must be made at the DSS

Receiver.

YOU cannot;

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

• do a Timer recording of a channel unless you

select it at the DSS box.

NOTE: The DSS receiver must be turned off to view

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

unit

When the unit is turned on the first time, setup

mode is entered automatically.

Process of Setup

1 I O PressPOWER*on

PUSH (_=t a :En9|tsh

(_ORIMIR CH • :Eelpa_ot

APP. VOL ÷ :Fran_mls

• Jfwrong language is set, complete "Reset all unit Memory

Functions" steps page 48.

• If you use a cable box, it must be left on.

the remote or unit.

Select the language.

<_-- - for English

(_-- -for Spanish

(_ ---for French

Start Channel Auto Set

and Clock Auto Set.

(Espa_ol)

(Fran_ais)

POWER1_.

CHANNEL 2

DOWN

/2CHANNEL

• UP

"2VOLUME

,' !!

Model PV-C2540 remote is shown here.

(Setup completed)

6/7/2000WEDt2:00PM

SETTING : CH 10 AUTOCLOCKSET

COMI_.ETED

ENO : P_SH CH UP KEY

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTOCLOCK SET

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

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

• If a Cable Box or DSS receiver is connected to the unit via AudioNideo Jacks, an RF coaxial cable must also be connected for auto clock set and channel auto set features.

• If for any reason the time is changed manually, automatic time correction will not occur.

OST:O_I

• If your area observes daylight saving time and DST is set to ON, but the

time is incorrect; complete the Time Zone Adjust steps on the next page.

Press CH • to exit.

• If your area observes daylight saving time, but you would like to turn the DST feature

off, complete the

"To Set or Reset the Clock" step on page

46 and set DST : OFF.

Ca--_-_ (Setup incomplete)

AUTO Ct.OC_ S_r

IS INCOMPLETE

PLaN ACTION TO SET CLOCK

See Case 2 next page.

_ Set TIME ZONE ADJUST.

Display MAIN MENU. Press ACTION.

Display SET CLOCK

screen.

SET :ACTION KEY

2SELECT/

SET

V:CH DOWN

1) Press AV• • JP to select ,!:VOLDOWN

"CLOCK" ACTION

2) Press ACTION to display.

Select TIME ZONE ADJUST.

_--_----I 1) Press AY

'_'1 to select.

v_.., 2) Press • • to

" subtract or add

End setup. Press ACTION twice.

• TIME ZONE ADJUST returns

to "0" ifclock is set manually.

_ Clock Setup is Incomplete

Set the clock manually.

Display SET CLOCK

Set the clock manually.

• Likewise set date, year, time, and DST (Daylight Saving Time.)

To Make Corrections, repeatedly press • • to move

to error, then correct.

End setup. Press ACTION twice

(Clock starts.)

hour(s) as necessary.

Press ACTION

to exit this

mode.

1) Press AV to select the month.

2) Press • to set.

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Model PV-C2540 remote is shown here,

• This unit's calendar is accurately maintained

up to Dec, 31,2089, 11:59 PM.

• Channel auto set selects normal 33/or

Cable channels depending on your unit hookup,

-- ACTION key on the unit --

You can operate the

_ [ menu screen using unit

IE l=-I / hu.ons

....... | To display the menu,

On Unit | press STOP/EJECT and

tape inserted.To exit the menu, repeat above with or without tape inserted.

-- Using A¥• • keys --

On Unit

J REW together with no

A. : OH UP

• : OH DOWN

• : VOLUME UP

• : VOLUME DOWN

Whenever the menu or program screen is

displayed, CHANNEL UP/DOWN

function as AV and

' VOLUME UP/DOWN

function as • • only.

Press POWER* on

the remote or unit.

Select a channel.

Using CH Ay or

<SE>

NUMBERED

keys.

I_check list before you begin. [] Allconnectionsare made. (See page 7.)

[] Your unitispluggedin.

Model PV-C2540 unit is shown here.

Adjust volume.

24 Illllltlltl ....................

Color and picture intensity levels are adjusted so the screen is easier on your eyes during night time use.

Press VOL + -.

NIGHT

Press NITE.

• NIGHT mode may be

selected when watching

TV, playing a tape, or

while in FM mode.

To Cancel, press NITE.

• Previous settings are restored.

• NIGHT mode is canceled when power is turned off or power

failure occurs.

PLAY/

3 REPEAT

1 2 PHONES

Jack

z1 POWER

_RAPID

TUNE

• 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.

• Rapid Tune

Press R-TUNE to display the last channel you were watching.

• Audio Mute

Press MUTE to instantly mute the sound.

Press again, to restore the previous sound level.

• Phones Connect an earphone (not supplied) or headphones (not

supplied) to the Phones Jack.

• SELF-DEMO Mode

With Power ON, hold down PLAY/REPEAT on the unit for 5

seconds to display demo screen.

Repeat this to exit.

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Model PV-C2540

remote is shown here.

VOL

2NUMBERED

KEYS

100 KEY

NITE

The following are possible broadcast types with their accompanying on-screen displays, The signal being received is indicated with an

" (_" mark while the selected audio mode is indicated with an arrow. To change the audio mode for these broadcasts, follow the "Select Audio

Mode for TV Viewing" section (below.)

Display the broadcast signal being received.

Press DISPLAY to display.

MTS Stereo and SAP broadcast Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo

(main language) and Secondary Audio Program (sub language) broadcasts are

both being received simultaneously. Select the STEREO or SAP audio mode.

MTS Stereo broadcast

Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo

broadcast. Select STEREO audio mode.

• Ifstereo broadcastisweak and the display flickers, selectMONO audio mode for

possiblybetterresults.

SAP broadcast Secondary Audio Program (sub language.)

Select SAP audiomode for the sublanguage.

Equipped with _l_x® -TV Noise Reduction "_

for true MTS reproduction.

_x* -TV Noise Reduction is required for

good stereo separation and audio fidelity.

db_ is a registered trademark, and is licensed by _l-xe Technology Licensing.

< Example >

_S33EREO

SAp

UC_O

L Press

AUDIO

MONO broadcast Normal monaural sound broadcast.

Press AUDIO to select the desired audio mode as described above.

(Arrow shows selection.)

• Each press of AUDIO will change the audio mode as shown below.

• "SAP" is selected with first press of AUDIO.

0:00:00

STOP 12:00AM

pSTEREO

SAP

L Press

AUDIO _

0:00:00

STOP 12:00AM ASC

_SllEREO _ SP --

SAP t/_NO

AUDIO

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0:00:00

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Model PV-C2540 unit is shown here. [_Check list before you begin.

[] All connections are made. (See page 7.) [] Your unit is plugged in.

Insert a cassette.

• The unit power comes on automatically.

....

REW -

PAU=

/SLOW

Model PV-C2540 remote is shown here.

- TRACKING/ V-LOCK

To prevent tape jam Inspect yourcassette tapes and

remove any looseor peeling labels.

PLAy Press PLAY.

• Playback begins if cassette

has no record tab.

• To Find a Particular Scene

Forward Search -) Press FF

(To release, press PLAY or FF)

Reverse Search -> Press REW

(To release, press PLAY or REW)

• To view a Still (Freeze) picture --) Press PAUSE/SLOW (To release, press PLAY)

• To view in Slow Motion .-)

Press and hold PAUSE/SLOW in the Still mode

(To release, press PLAY)

• To view Frame by Frame Advance --->

Press PAUSE/SLOW in the Still mode (To release, press PLAY)

Alter the unit is in Stilt or Stow mode for 3 minutes, it will switch to

Stop mode automatically to protect the tape and the video head.

• To stop -> Press STOP

• To rewind tape -> Press REW in Stop mode

• To fast forward tape -.> Press FF in Stop mode

• To eject tape "-) Press EJECT on the remote or STOP/EJECT on the unit

r You can operate on the unit

Insert a

cassette. 2 Press

, PLAY. ,

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• Press to stop and/or eject tape.

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Dioital Auto Trackino Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum

picture quality.

Manual Trackin(:l Control (to reduce oicture noise) Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picturenoise. press the 3 or 6 NUMBERED key on the remote control or CH JI,Y*

on the unit untilthe picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off, thee on again a few seconds later.

V-Lock Control In Still mode, the 3 or 6 NUMBERED key on the remote control

or CH &V on the unit operate as a V-Lock control to reduce jitter.

panaBlack TM Picture Tube This unit uses a PanaBtack TM picture tube for better color

reproduction and picture contrast.

Model PV-C2540 unit is shown here.

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Record tab _

[_l_check list before you begin.

[] All connections are made. (See page 7.)

[] Your unit is plugged in.

[] Cassette with record tab in place.

Insert a cassette.

• The unit power comes on

automatically.

Select Channel.

_ (3_ CD (3_ GD QD

Press CH AY, or

NUMBERED keys.

• To select "LINE," see bottom of this page.

_:CH UP v:CH DOWN

)' :VOL UP

4:VOL DOWN

ACTION

DISPLAY _-

PAUSE/-

SLOW

STOP j

3SPEED /

.j LP = Long Play

J _/"1" _ Press REC.

jf • One Touch Recording (OTR)

Model PV-C2540

remote is shown here.

SPEED speed (see page 6.)

• A REC Start Recording.

/" -- _ • To edit out unwanted potlions, / -- press PAUSE/SLOW to pause

/ and resume recording. / • You cannot view another

/ • To stop --) Press STOP

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

• The unit stops recording at a preset time.

• PROG TIMER Indicator lights on the unit.

Select Recording

Press SPEED.

SP = Standard Play

SLP= Super Long Play

Selected speed isdisplayed

channel during recording.

Method 1 : Press CH At. The display will change as

follows.

(CABLE) (TV) )

Method 2:

a Press ACTION for MAIN MENU.

b Press AV<I • to select '_FV", then press

ACTION for SET UP TV screen.

c Press ,IV to select "INPUT SELECT," and

then press b. to select '_'I'UNER" or "LINE."

d Press ACTION twice to exit this mode.

E,_-_125 or 694_."

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

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

pressing DISPLAY.

You can operate on the unit <Model PV-C2540 unit is shown here.>

1Insert a cassette. 2 4

• Press to stop.

REC Indicator

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

Display SET PROGRAM.

Press PROG/VCR+*.

Select TIMER PROGRAM.

, , to select.

:_* • KEY

SET :1_ KEY BklO :PROG I_t

START OH

I lI®

I(_ 1) Press k,

• If a program is already in memory,

press &y, and I_ to select an unused program number.

Set the recording DATE.

2) Press I_ to display.

1) Press AY to select.

2) Press I1.,or 4 to set,

]

- 1-31 = One time

• DALLY = MON~FRI

• WEEKLY SUN-SAT

-- Same time once a

Today's -- 7 SELECT ,k 1'_ Selection Order DAILY

¢-s-s........31--r--_.-.--s--_

Date !_._WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY._

(SATI ...... (MON) _ (SUN}

week

[_l_check list before you begin.

[] All connections are made, (See page 7.)

[] Your unit is plugged in.

[] The clock is set to correct time.

[] The tape is long enough.

[] The record tab is in place.

SELECT/

SET

._ A:CH UP

0 "

-Z v:CH DOWN

•R k :VOL UP

4 :VOL DOWN

-1PROGNCR+

_ _D CE)

....

Repeat step 3 to set:

• start time, stop time

• Channel (or LINE for outside source)

• Category [N/A (not applicable),

SPORTS, MOVIE, COMEDY,

MUSIC, ORAMA i

• Speed (SP, LP, SLP)

eAT STAir Make the notes.

r0oA¥ *_C _ 1) PressAto w,s. To M_<ENOTES:,,KL=Y ' 2) Press AV to

s_ :4 b KEY select.

LwEs_TO:"_CT_'JSJ:K_v_'] r /_ 3) Press,or •

• Characters will change / ,,-,,_,/_ to set. in the following order. ! kJ_ 4) Press

--'*A-- B-- C ....... Z-- BLANK-- -- --&',-_

' 9 ...... 2 --1--0--/--!*--

i''-"

,_ begin.

PROG/VCR+ (or ACTION)

to end.

Continued on the next page.

• 2 minutes before Timer recording is performed, "PLEASE PREPARE FOR

TIMER REC" appears and/or the PROG TIMER indicator flashes. Be sure a cassette with record tab is loaded and the unit is in Stop mode.

* If the start times of two programs ovedap, the lower numbered program

will have priority.

• If the start time for a Timer Recording comes up during a normal recording or One Touch Recording (page 13), the Timer Recording will not be

pedormed.

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

• If "INCOMPLETE" appears after all items have been set, check all entries and make necessary corrections.

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Model PV-C2540 remote is shown here.

Timer Recording Using__

unit Buttons

You can set a Timer Recording using ACTION key on the unit.

(See page 9.)

VOL CH STOPFc:JECT F_W//_

oooo EDIZI

+-- ACTION _.

J Press STOP/EJECT and REW

together without a tape inserted to display MAIN MENU.

Press &Y + - to select "VCR" and STOP/EJECT and REW together

to display SET UP VCR screen.

,_ Press _.V to select "TIMER

PROGRAM" and 4- to display the TIMER PROGRAM screen.

Repeat main steps 3-6.

CANCEL :ADO/DLT KEY SELECT t-8:& • KEY

ENTER :I- ENO :PROG/ACT ION KEY

End the program.

Press

_ PROG/VCR+

0 (or ACTION.)

To Enter More Programs

Press AY and • to select and

set a blank program number, and then repeat steps 3 and 4.

Cancel a Timer

Recording:

(Recording is in progress)

Hold down STOP for a few second_

to cancel the Timer Recording.

• Anyfuture daily or weekly recordings will be performed as programmed.

Exit this mode.

Press PROGNCR+

(or ACTION) twice.

• If you're using a cable box, make

sure that it is turned to the desired channel and the power is left on for

timer recording.

• PROG TIMER indicator lights on the unit.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 14.

Select the desired

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10 8:00_ 9:OOp 10

9:00910:00p L

CANCEL: AO0t DLT KEY SELECT 1-8_A • KEY

ENTER :_. KEY ENO :PP_G IACT I ON

program.

,@, select.

C To Replace program...

To Clear program...

ADD/DLT

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PROG TIMER indicator

Press AY to

b SELECT/

• SET

1) Press • to

display.

2) Press AV to select and <1 or

• to set new program contents.

3) Press PROGNCR+

(or ACTION.)

Press ADD/DLT.

C A:CH UP

v:CH DOWN

k :VOL UP 4 :VOL DOWN

"'C PROGNCR+

} ADDIDLT

•STOP

Exit this mode. Press PROGNCR+

(or ACTION) twice.

Model PV-C2540 remote is shown here.

VCR Plus+ System is...

a feature that allows you to set most items of a Timer Recording by simply entering a special code number (PlusCode) found in TV GUIDE

and selected newspaper TV listings.

• CABLE BOX -) UNIT

_ntenna'_

!_ or

i\\CABLE /

Process of Recording

I_1_i _:> _ _>] Programming 1

Set up on

page

Model PV-C2540 unit

is shown here.

• ANTENNA or CABLE --) UNIT

Set up on Programming page on page

17 19

Model PV-C2580 unit is shown here.

Set up on page

UNIT

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