Panasonic PV-DM2791 User Manual

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TV/DVD/VCR Combination

Operating Instructions

Model No. PV-DM2791

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED AIL

WARNINGS INTRE 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 fimnly and make sure your hands are dry when plugging in or unplugging the AC power cord. Regularty remove dust, dirt, etc. on me plug.

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:

The plug fits into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully insertea try reversing it. If it still vnll 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.

- Overfoaded wall outlets or extension cords is a

fire hazard. ] - Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or I cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should

be replaced by a qualified electrician,

j 4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

' Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat I generated during operation. If blocked, heat ' build-up may result In a tire hazard or heat ! damage to cassettes or discs.

For your protection:

a. Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON, ^ or operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa, I nug, or other soft surface,

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

' or rack, unless properly ventilated.

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCAЛONS OR

! SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place unit over or near a heater or radiator, : in direct sunlight, inside closed vehicles, I in high temperature [over 95 “F (35 °C)j, or in over

75% humidity. If unit is suddenly moved from a I cold place to a warm one, moisture may

! condense in unit and on the tape causing i damage. Never subject unit to vibration, impact,

or place it so that the surface is tilted as internal

parts may be seriously damaged.

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 injury to a child or adult and damage to the unit.

• Move any appliance and cart combination with care. Quick slops, excessive force, and

uneven suriaces may cause objects to overturn.

^ « Carefully follow all operating instmctions.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION I

SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

An outside antenna or cable system must be property grounded to provide some protection against built up static charges and voltage. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSt/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrica) Code) 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.

KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS

Locate an outside antenna system well away from power lines and electric light or power circuits so it wilt never touch these power sources should it ever fall. When installing antenna, absolutely never touch power lines, circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.

USING THE UNIT

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 EXPOSED TO 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 csfele 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 arid shodt hazards.

• Never drop or push any object through openings in iriiL Touching interria! parts m^ cause eiectric shock or fire hazard.

Do not ^ any foreign object on the tray.

• Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from

unit to avoid electrical interference.

5 USING ACCESSORIES

Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer

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

6 CLEANING UNIT

Unpfug unit. Use a dean, dry, chemicaIN untreated doth to genUy remove dust or debris. 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. Exposure to greasy,

humid, or du^ areas may adversely affect internal parts.

SERVICE

1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF

If, after carefully following detailed operating instmctions, the

unit does rK»t operate properly, do not attempt to op^ or

remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the

manual. Unplug unit and oontad 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, electric shock, or other hazards.

3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING

After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a thorough 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 sécurité

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. Avertissenrient : Afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs électriques, ne pas

exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à une humidité excessive.

Attention : Pour éviter les chocs électriques, 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 ITOsl 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

wouid void the user’s authority to operate.

FCC NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver Is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example- use only shielded interface cables when connecting

to other devices.) Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

CAUTION

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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.

Region Management Information

Region Management Information: This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region number described on the DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this unit, this unit cannot play this disc.

The Region number for this unit is 1.

Before Using

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.

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Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From. Dealer Address Dealer Phone No Model No

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Accessories

□ Remote Control

LSSQ0302

□ Batteries

2 “AA”

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Loading the Batteries

1)Open the cover.

2) Insert batteries as marked.

3) Close the cover.

□ Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline wifri manganese batteries.

Prevent Accidentai Tape Erasure

Break off the tab to protect.

Record Tab

Screw driver

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

SELF-DEMO Mode

With Power ON, press PLAY/REPEAT on the unit for 7 seconds to deactivate the SELF

DEMO Mode. Repeat this to dispiay

demo screen.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

To record again.

Cover the hole with cellophane tape

Record/Playback Time

Only use tapes with the \\i\^ mark in this unit.

Tape Speed

Setting

SP (Standard Play)

LP (Long Play)

SLP (Super Long Play)

Type of Video Cassette

T60

1 Hour

2 Hours 4 Hours

3 Hours

T120

2 Hours

6 Hours

2 Hours

40 Minutes

5 Hours

20 Minutes

8 Hours

T160

Table of Contents

Initial Setup

CU^ IfTiportant Safeguards and Precautions / Safety Precautions

Information (Unit, Cassette, Disc)..........................................................6 - 7

Location of Controls

Connections.......................................................................................11-13

Initial Setup............................................................................................14, 15

Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time Zone Adjust

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Basic Operation

\yvyuv.; Record On a Tape......................................................................................... 18

Playback a Tape

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing)..................................................................... 19

t (p)^© ] Basic DVD Operation..............................................................................20, 21

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TV Operation

TV Operation.............................................................................................22

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MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System

Closed Caption System.........................................................................24, 25

TV Timer Features.....................................................................................26

On-Screen Display (OSD).........................................................................27

FM Radio............................................................................................28, 29

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Timer Operation

Timer Recording....................................................................................30, 31

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2 - 3

8-10

16, 17

Advanced Operation

Cable Box Universal Remote Control Feature

Special VCR Features.......................................................................38-41

V-Chip Control Feature......................................................................42 - 45

Audio Features....................................................................................46, 47

Audio / Video Menu...................................................................................48

Audio / Video Adjustment..........................................................................49

( ^ ) Disc Operation....................................................................................50 - 54

''---------------------^ DVD Operation using On-Screen Displays.........................................55 - 57

DVD Lock Feature.....................................................................................58

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32, 33

For Your Information

Before Requesting Service.................................................................62, 63

^^ Warning and Instruction Displays................................................................64

Service Center List....................................................................................66

Spanish Quick Use Guide / Guía para rápida consulta

Index...................................................................................................74, 75

Limited Warranty......................................................................................BC

^ Language Code List...................................................................................65

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67 - 73

Information (Unit, Cassette, Disc)

Head Cleaning

Playing older or damaged tapes may eventually

cause video heads to become clogged.

Head Clog Sensor

During playback this screen appears if clogging is detected. To remove screen, press PLAY on the remote or unit.

• Use “dry" type head cleaning cassette only.

(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)

• Follow cleaning tape directions carefully. Excessive use of head cleaning tape can shorten the video head life.

• If head clog symptoms persist, contact your nearest Factory Service Center or authorized Service Center, (See Page 66.)

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

DST (Daylight Saving Time)

Unit auto adjusts dock for DST (Daylight Saving Time.)

■ Spring (First Sunday in April)

DST : ON Sets clock ahead one hour.

■ Autumn (Last Sunday in October)

DST; ON Turns clock back one hour.

• If your area does not observe Daylight Saving Time, select DST : OFF (see “Clock" on pages 16 and 17).

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

Features for a Quality Picture

Digital Auto Tractdna

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 the 3 or 6 number key on the remote control or CH AT on the unit until the picture dears up. To return to Auto Trading, press POWER off, then on again a few seconds later.

V-Lock Control

In Still iTKxje, the 3 or 6 number key on the renxte corTtnd or CH AT on the unit opaate as a V-Lock control to reduce jitter.

PanaBlack"* Picture Tube

This unit uses a PanaBlack™ picture tube for better color

reproduction and picture contrast.

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

Specifications

Display

Picture Tube:

VCR

Video Recording System:4 rota^ heads helical Audio Track:

Tuner

Broadcast Channels: CABLE Channels;

FM Radio

Band range;

General

Power Source; Power Consumption:

Television System; Speaker: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Weight:

Dimensions:

Discs played

(1) DVD-VIDEO disc

(2) Compact disc

(CD-DA, VIDEO CD)

Digital audio output:

Optical digital output:

Pickup:

Note:

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

27 inch measured diagonal 100° deflection Picture Tube

scanning system

1 track (Normal) 2 channel (Hi-Fi Audio Sound)

VHF2-13, UHF14-69 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)

Uttraband 65 ~ 94,100 ~ 125

87.5- 108.1 MHz

120V AC, 60 Hz

Power On Approx. 170 watts

Power Off Approx. 5.5 watts

EIA Standard NTSC color 2 pieces 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F ~ 95 °F)

10 % - 75%

41.5 kg (91.5 lbs.)

688 (W) X 653 (H) X 550 P) mm

27-1/16"(W)x25-11/16" (H)

21-5/8" (D)

5" (12 cm) single-sided,

single-layer

5” (12 cm) single-sided,

double-layer

5" (12 cm) double-sided,

double-layer

(one layer per side)

3” (8 cm) single-sided,

single-layer

3” (8 cm) single-sided,

double-layer

3” (8 cm) double-sided,

double-layer

(one layer per side)

5" (12 cm) disc

3” (0 cm) disc

Optical connector

Wave length:

655 nm (DVD) 790 nm (Video CD/CD)

Laser power: CLASS II

Disc formats supported by this unit

The unit can play back discs bearing any of the following marks:

DVD

Handling precautions

• Only hold disc by edges as shown.

3" (8 cm) disc / 5" (12 cm) disc

Video CD

3" (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc

• Do not write on label

• Never use record

3” (8 cm) disc / 5” (12 cm) disc

Discs which cannot be piayed with this unit

• DVD with Region No. other than “1” or “ALL”

• DVD of PAL system

• DVD-ROM

• DVD-R/DVD-RAM

• CD-ROM

• CDV

•CD-G

• CD-RW

• Do not try to play a Photo CD or CD-R.

t is a registered trademark.

• Be careful not to drop or

• Do not place more than

• Do not try to close disc

• Always store discs in their

Definition of Terms

Angle

Some DVD discs feature scenes simultaneously shot from different angles. The ANGLE button can be used to view the scene from different angles. (ANGLE Indicator lights up on the unit when a scene recorded at different angles is detected.)

Chapter Number

Titles are subdivided into numbered sections. You can quickly search for a favorite scene using tiñese numbers.

DVD

A high-density optical disc on which high-quality

pictures and sound have been digitally recorded. DVD incorporates new video compression technology (MPEG II) and high-density recording technology

which allow entire movies to be recorded with

incredible playback quality.

Playback Control

With Video CD (version 2.0), scenes or information may be selected for viewing or listening from an

interactive menu that appears on the TV screen.

Subtitles

Written dialogue which appears at the bottom of the screen.

Time Number

The elapsed play time from the start of a disc or title. Use to quickly find scenes. (May not woik with some discs.)

Title Number

For DVD discs with two or more titles, the title is numbered as title 1, title 2, etc.

Track Number

Numbers assigned to tracks on Video CDs and CDs

to allow specific tracks to be quickly located.

Video CD

CD containing picture and sound with same quality level as video tape. This unit also supports Video CDs with playback control (version 2.0).

To clean disc surface

With a soft, damp (water only) cloth, gently wipe from the center hole to the outer edge as shown below. (Wiping in a circular pattern will scratch the surface.)

environment, moisture may form on the disc

Wipe away moisture with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using disc. (See above.)

Improper disc storage

Discs could be damaged if stored or left in areas;

• exposed to direct sunlight.

• that are humid or dusty,

• near heat (i.e. heater, radiator, etc.).

Disc Handling

Fingerprints, dirt, and scratches can cause skipping and distortion,

side of disc.

cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids, or any other solvent.

bend disc.

1 disc on disc tray.

tray when disc is not

property placed.

profjer cases when not in use.

If disc is brought from a cold to a warm

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. Patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by

Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or

disassembly is prohibited.

Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons

EJECT/OPEN/CLOSE Pg, 8

POWER Pg. 14

STILUPAUSE

SEARCH/SKIPSKIP+ Pg. 20

CM SKIP pg. 37 ZERO SEARCH

Pg. 18, 20 [

Pg.20,34

Pg. 36 y

/ DSS CABLE Pg.32

VOLUME UP/DOWN

RAPID TUNE

V-Lock/TRACKING UP/DOWN

ADD/DELETE /CLEAR

SUB TITLE Pg.50

_ DISPLAY/ENTER Pq. 27, 55

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SELECT /SET Pg.i6

\ PROGRAM Pg. 26,30

FF/SLOW+ Pg. 18,20

COUNTER/RESET Pg.36

STOP Pg. 18,20

LIGHT Pq.8

FM Pg.28

Pq. 22 Pq. 22

Pg.6

Pg.17

Pq.52

ZOOM Pg.51

REC Pg. 18

RETURN Pg.SO

SPEED Pg. 18

Universal Light Tower® Illuminated Remote Control

LIGHT button:

When LIGHT is pressed, (DVD, vcr , DSS/CABLE. CH UP/DOWN, VOL UP/DOWN) buttons will light for 5 seconds for easy button location.

If no button is pressed in 5 seconds, the light goes out to conserve the battery.

EJECT/OPEN/CLOSE button:

When this button is pressed in TV-VCR mode, the tape is ejected. This button is inoperative if pressed during recording.

If pressed in DVD mode, the disc tray opens or closes.

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to ; consumerproducts@panasonic.com

Front View of the unit

If the disc cannot be removed...

First, unplug unit. Then, prepare a rigid wire (e.g. an extended paper clip) and, applying moderate force, insert it straight into the hole at the base of the tray. The tray will eject a little. Now, pull the tray all the way out and remove the disc.

OPEN/CLOSE

Pg. 20

Built In Speaker (X 2)

REC

Pg. 18

FAST FORWARD SEARCH Pg. 18

PLAY/REPEAT

REWIND/SEARCH

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

TRACKING UP UP/DOWN

VOLUME UP/DOWN

Pg. 18

STOP/EJECT

Pg. 18

TV/FM

Pg. 28

Pg. 22

Pg.6

Pg. 22

Location of Controls (continued)

Indicators on the Front Panel

Remote Sensor

ANGLE Indicator

Lights up when a scene recorded at different angles is detected. (DVD only). Pg. 51

Rear View of the unit

VHF/UHF Antenna Input Terminal

Pg.11

PROG TIMER Indicator

Lights up when the unit is set for Timer Recording. It flashes when a Timer Recording has been set with no tape inserted, the clock is not set, or the tape is in motion. Pg. 30

ON-TIMER indicator

Lights up when the On Timer is set. Pg. 26

REC Indicator

Lights up during recording.

In Rec Pause or OTR

Pause mode, the Indicator flashes.

Pg. 18

Audio Output

Connector (L/R)

Pg. 12

AC Power Plug

When plugged into an AC outlet, this unit consumes 5.5 W of electric power in OFF condition.

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consuinerproducts@panasonic.com

optical digital audio

output connector

Pg. 13

Connections

Outdoor Antenna Connections

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 UHFA/HF Band Mixer (not supplied.)

( Flat) Twin Lead^ 300 Ohm Cable

(Round) 75 Ohm coaxial Cable

UHF/VHF Band Mixer (not supplied)

WARNING:

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

from "

Antenna 300-75 (dm

DSS/Cable Box Connections

I 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.

I 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 dose to the point of cable entry as practical.

Tranformer (not supplied) \ (Flat) Twin Lead — r*e

300 Ohm Cable

Back of unit

Unit

■ 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.

DSS Receiver

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Connections (continued)

Audio connections

■ Unit Amplifier Speaker

Do the “Speaker ON/OFF system” steps on page 47, and select "OFF.”

Unit

Ready Checklist

O Turn down the volume, then turn this unit, as well as

other equipment to be connected, off before proceeding with connection.

□ Do not block ventilation holes of any of the

equipment and arrange them so that air can circulate freely.

□ Read through the instructions before connecting

other equipment.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.© 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

For assistance, please call ; 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

For your reference:

• Dolby Digital is a digital sound compression technique developed by the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Supporting 5.1-channel surround sound,

as well as stereo (2-channei) sound, this technique

enables a large quantity of sound data to be efficiently recorded on a disc.

• Linear PCM is a signal recording format used in CDs. While CDs are recorded in 44,1 kHz/16 bit, DVDs are recorded in 48 kHz/16 bit up to 96 kHz/24 bit.

• If you have a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, you will obtain the full benefit of Pro Logic from the same

DVD movies that provide full 5.1 channel Dolby Digital soundtracks, as well as from titles with the Dolby Surround mark. For information on Panasonic or Technics Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound Decoders please contact your local dealer.

■ Unit Decoder with Doiby Digitai Ampiifier Speaker

dtS (digital theater systems)

When DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital or dts are played, Dolby Digital bitstream or dts bitstream is output from the unit Optical digital audio output connector. When the unit is connected to a

Dolby Digital decoder or dts decoder, you can enjoy theater-quality audio in your home. [An optical digital audio cable (optional) is required when an optional Dolby Digital decoder or

dts decoder is used.]

Notes on connecting an Optical digital audio cable (optional)

• Remove dust protection cap from Optical digital audio output. Firmly connect the cable to the connector.

• Always reattach the dust protection cap when connector is not in use.

Optical digital audio

cable (optional)

Dust protection cap

Caution for optical digital audio output connector:

• When connecting an amplifier (with an Optical digital input connector) which does not contain the Dolby

Digital or dts decoder, be sure to select “OFF” at “Dolby Digital” and “OFF” at “dts” of the Settings for

DVD Operation “AUDIO OUTPUT’ (see page 60). Otherwise, any attempt to play DVDs may cause such a high level of noise that it may be harmful to your ears and damage your speakers.

• When a dts decoder is connected, please select “Bitstream” at “dts" of the Settings for DVD Operation “AUDIO OUTPUr. If “OFF” is selected, there will be no sound.

(See page 60).

• Video CDs and CDs can be played as normal.

Note:

• Some dts decoders which do not support DVD-dts interface may not work properly with the unit.

To optical digital audio input connector

Decorder with Dolby Digital/ dts processing (optional)

Initial Setup

When the unit is turned on the first time, setup mode is entered automatically.

Press vgf, on the remote for TV-VCR mode.

Press POWER* on the remote or unit.

SELECT UNGUAGE

PRESS CH A :EneH sh OPRIMIR CH ▼ :EBpaflol APP, VOL + :Français

If wrong language is set, complete “Reset all unit Memory

Functions” steps on page 15.

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

CHANNEL/aOCK ADÍO SET

CONKECT ANTENNA CABLE AMD IF YOU USE A CABLE BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR LOCAL PBS CH THEN, , .

PLEASE PRESS CH UP IÆY

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[ CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING ]

_________

OR Press CH T to select Spanish (Español). OR Press VOL+ to select French (Français).

Press CH A to start

CHANNEL/CLOCK

AUTO SET operation.

Process of Setup

Language EaChannelEg Clock

-CHA

-VCL + CHT

AUTO CLOCK SET

PROCEED I NO

[Setup completed)

7/2001 WED 12:OOPH

SETTING : CH 10 AUTO CLOCK SET

END ; PRESS CH UP KEY

DST:ON

COMPLETED

If time is not correct...

even though your area observes daylight saving time and DST is set to ON, do “Time Zone Adjust" steps on page 17.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET

• Auto clock set is performed the first time 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 Audio/Video 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 wilt not occur.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to ; consumerproducts@panasonic.com

Press CH A to exit.

If your area observes daylight saving time, but you would like to turn the DST feature off, set DST: OFF (see "Clock" on pages 16 and 17).

[Setup Incomplete]

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PRESSING ACTION KEY

See next page.

■ Important: It a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the vcr button on the remote and try the button again.

(Setup Incomplete) Clock Setup is Incomplete Set the

clock manually.

Press ACTION to display

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

PLEASE SET CLOCK flY PRESSING ACTION KEY

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

SELECTiA T SET :SET END rACTION

^ Press ACTION twice to end setup. (Clock starts.)

SET CLOCK screen.

1) Press AT to select the

month.

2) Press SET to set.

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

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

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

• The Language, Channel, and

Clock settings can be changed at a later time (see pages 16 and

17). To reset all of these settings, do the “Reset ail unit Memory Functions” steps on this page,

• This unit’s calendar is accurately

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

Reset all unit Memory Functions

Use 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.

the unit for more than 5 seconds.

• The power will shut off.

• Please ignore "NO CASSETTE" warning.

3 Do “Initial Setup” steps on page 14.

eset Language, Channels, Clock,

Press ACTION*

to display MAIN MENU.

■ Language

1 ) Press ► to

SELECT:A ▼ ► SEr:S£T

2) Press SET

TERMINAR : ACT I ON

SSL REGLER.-SET RN : ACT ION

select language icon.

MAIN MENU

E№ lACTtON

repeatedly.

MENU PRINCIPAL

ELEGIR FUAR:SET

For Spanish

For French

CSRSi:

__________

■ Channels

1 ) Press AT^ ► to

select “CH.”

2) Press SET.

SET UP CHANNEL

CHANNEL CAPTION WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAV:OPF

SELECT:* » SET :SET

. END :ACTtON

3) Press AT to select

“ANTENNA." then

press SET to set

your antenna system

(“TV” or “CABLE”).

4) Press AT to select

“AUTO SET,” then

press SET.

• After Channel Auto Set is finished, Clock Auto Set will be performed.

■ Clock

1 ) Press AT-^ ► to

select “CLOCK.”

MAIN MENU

SELECT:* ▼ ► SET:SET END ; ACT I ON

2) Press SET.

I I I I I

SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET

TIME ZONE ADJUST :0

SELECT:* ▼ SET :SET END :ACTION

(‘TIME ZONE ADJUST’

appears only when auto clock is set.)

3) Press AT to select

“MANUAL,” then

press SET.

(For Auto Clock Set, select "AUTO CLOCK SET,” and press SET. Press CH A.)

SET CLOCKvl/ \|/

2 1

7/2001 WED 12:

EI3t:ONl\

SELECT:* ▼ ► SET:SET END rACT I ON

For English

3) Press ACTION to exit.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasont:,com

SELECT:* ▼ SET :SET Ei® : ACTION

BACK:-«

Continued on the next page.

Time Zone Adjust

4) Press AV and

press SET to select

and set the month, date, year, time, and

DST {Daylight Saving Time).

To Make Corrections,

repeatedly press to move to error, then correct.

5} Press ACTION

twice to start the clock and exit this mode.

m Time Zone Adjust

(Only when Auto Clock is set.)

1) Press AT^ ► to select “CLOCK.”

SELECT SETiSET END :ACT ION

2) Press SET.

SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL

TIME ZONE ADJUST :0

SELECTS ▼ SET :•* ► END :ACTION

3) Press AT to select

“TIME ZONE ADJUST” and

press ◄ or ► to

subtract or add hour(s) as necessary.

SET CLOCK

*lmportant: It a remote control button does not work

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

NUMBER

-keys

'ADD/DLT

SELECT

AW<^

SET

-ACTION

Add or Delete a Channel

To add channel: Select channel with number keys and press ADD/DLT.

CHANNEL 08 ADDED

AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL

TIME ZONE ADJUST r +1

SELECT:* T SET :•* END :ACT ION

4) Press ACTION twice to exit.

• “TIME ZONE ADJUST” returns to “0" if clock is set manually.

To delete channel:

Select channel with CHAT

or number keys and press

ADD/DLT.

CHANNEL OB DELETED

Playback a Tape Record On a Tape

Ready Checklist

□ All connections are made, □ Your unit is plugged in.

^ t Insert a tape.

To prevent tape [am,

remove loose or peeling labels from tapes.

The unit power comes on automatically.

Press PLAY to play a tape.

• If tape has no record tab (see page 4),

auto play begins.

■ Forward/Reverse scene search Press FF/SLOW+ or REW/SLOW-. Press again or PLAY to release.

■ Still (Freeze) picture Press STILUPAUSE. Press PLAY to release.

■ Slow Motion picture Press FF/SLOW+ {increases speed) or REW/SLOW- (decreases speed) in

Still mode.

Press PLAY to release.

■ Frame by Frame picture Press STILL/PAUSE 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, it will switch to Stop mode automatically

to protect the tape and the video head.

■ Stop Press STOP

■ Rewind tape Press REW/SLOW-

in Stop mode

■ Fast forward tape Press FF/SLOW+

in Stop mode

■ Eject tape Press EJECT on the remote _____________

or STOP/EJECT on the unit

Operation using unit buttons

Insert a tape.

_______________

rig».

REC Indicator

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7252) or senct e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

CHAT PLAY/

X-

REPEAT

REC

Press to stop

and/or eject tape.

Insert a tape with record tab.

• The unit power comes on automatically.

^ Press CH AY* or number keys to

Select Channel.

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

J Press SPEED to select recording

speed (see page 4),

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

• Selected speed is displayed.

4 Press REC to start recording.

X • To edit out unwanted portions, press

■ STILL/PAUSE to pause and resume recording,

• You cannot view another channel during recording.

Stop Press STOP One Touch Recording (OTR) Press REC repeatedly

to set the recording f ) length (30 min - 4 hours.) ' The unit stops recording at a preset time.

• PROG TIMER Indicator lights on the unit.

It is not possible to record from DVD/ Video CD/CD to VHS tape using this unit.

After the unit has been in Rec Pause mode for

5 minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the tape and the video head. The remaining recording time of an OTR can be displayed by pressing DISPLAY.

SELECT

AYO

SET

ACTION

REW/SLOW-

STILL/

PAUSE

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing)

.Important: If a remote control button does not work

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

Connections you’ll need to make

Playing (Source) VCR

R-AUDIO-L VIDEO

OJTG-i

IN O

Playback (Source)

Insert pre>

recorded tape.

Press PLAY then PAUSE at starting point to put in Standby mode.

Recording (Editing) unit

* IN FROM

® ANT.

Recording (Editing) unit

Insert blank tape

......

^ 4

Select “LINE” mode.

See “Selecting Input Mode” below.

with record tab.

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

Press REC, then Press STILL/PAUSE immediately to put in Standby mode.

A-

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

Press PLAY to start dubbing.

Press STOP to stop dubbing.

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

Please note that some tapes cannot be dubbed on this unit. Also, it is not possible to dub DVDA/ideo CD/CD to VHS tape using this unit.

Selecting Input Mode

Method 1: Press CH AT. The display will change as follows.

Method 2: ^line a Press ACTION for MAIN MENU, b Press AT^ ► to select “TV”, then press SET

for SET UP TV screen,

c Press AT to select “INPUT SELECT," and

then press SET to select TUNER" or “LINE.”

d Press ACTION twice to exit this mode.

Press STILLPAUSE to start dubbing.

Press STOP to stop dubbing.

(CABLE) (TV)

UNI

—►125 or 69

Basic DVD Operation

Ready Checklist

□ All connections are made. {See page 11.) □ Your unit is plugged in. □ If unit is connected to an audio amplifier,

turn the stereo system’s power on.

Press POWER* on the remote or unit.

Press DVD to select DVD mode.

• If a disc is already inserted, go to step 4. (Depending on the disc, playback may start automatically.)

Insert a disc.

1) Press OPEN/CLOSE.

2) Place disc into disc tray.

Hold disc by its edges only (page 7) with printed side up and use guides to place into

tray. Use O 3”(8 cm) or @

5" (12 cm) disc.

Press PLAY to start play.

Disc tray closes automatically.

• You may also close the tray

by pressing OPEN/CLOSE.

• Data reading time differs with each disc.

TITLE MENU

)f an interactive DVD*^ or a Video CD with playback control*^ is us^ and a TITLE MENU appears, go to step 5.

TITLE MENU

I Dogs ||Castles|

Dogs

of the worid

and press SET to

Using number key(s) starts play automatically.

Dogs

Lovers

Press AW M ► or number key(s) (see

below) to select title play.

Castles

Birds 1

May include multiple camera angles,

stories, etc. Video CD with piayback control...

Particular scenes or information can be interactively selected from a menu that appears on the screen.

For assistance, please call: 1 <800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to ; consumerproducts@panasonic.com

<Example> 1 digit number 1 ••• l

Press SKIP or \« to go to next or previous menu screen.

• SKIP function not available with all discs. Please refer to disc jacket for operation information.

To return to MENU (play stops)

Press TITLE, MENU, or RETURN. (DVD) Press RETURN. (Video CD)

2 digit number 12 ••• £10-»1-»2 3 digit number 123 ••■100-»1-»2->3

____________________________

^ Press STOP to Stop play.

Press OPEN/CLOSE to eject the disc.

* Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the DVD button on the remote

and try the button again.

Forward/Reverse rapid scene search

^ Press FF/SLOW+ or REW/SLOW-

during play.

Press PLAY to release.

• starting forward/reverse search during play started from menu on Video CDs may recall menu.

• Search speed, slow at first, increases with each additional press of the button up to 5

levels.

Forward/Reverse Chapter/Track Skip

Press SKIP or during play.

Each press skips a chapter (DVD) or track (Video CD/CD).

Pressing 1^ SKIP once midway through a

chapter/track returns to start of that chapter/track. Each additional press skips back one chapter/ track.

• Pressing SKIP ►►I or during play started

from menu on Video CDs may recall menu.

Current playback position

;k Chapter/Track ChaChaptarrTrack Chapter/Track Chapter/Track Chapter/Track

Reverse Skip Forward Skip

Still (Pause) Picture

-» Press STILUPAUSE during play.

Press PLAY to release.

• DVD/Video CD : The unit will enter Still picture mode.

• CD : The unit will enter Pause mode.

Frame by Frame picture (DVD/Video CD)

Press STILL/PAUSE in Still mode. Press PLAY to release.

• Each press advances picture one frame.

• Hold down for consecutive frame advance.

• Whether pictures are advanced by “FRAME” or

“FIELD" is selected automatically (see page 61).

Slow Motion picture (DVIWideo CD)

^ Press FF/SLOW+ or REW/SLOW-

(DVD only) in Still mode.

Press PLAY to release.

• Slow motion speed, slow at first, is increased

with each additional press of the button up to 5 levels.

• Reverse slow motion is not available for video

CDs.

When 0 appears on the screen while a button is being operated, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc.

RESUME function

The unit memorizes the point where STOP is pressed (► flashes on screen).

Press PLAY to resume play from this point.

Pressing STOP again or opening the tray

cancels RESUME, however, RESUME is not canceled when power is turned off and on.

• RESUME works only with discs for which elapsed play time is displayed during play.

Auto-Power Off function

Power turns off after unit has been in Stop mode (DVD) for about 5 minutes.

Enjoy Video CDs featuring playback control without using menus (Video CDs only)

1. Do steps 1 -4 (previous page).

When menu appears, press STOP.

2. Press number key(s) to select desired

track (play begins).

• Check disc for track numbers.

• Press “1" to start at beginning of disc.

To Resume Menu use,

Press STOP, and press PLAY, then MENU.

Now, go to step 5 (previous page).

Please read the disc jacket for operation information.

If a single sided disc is pfaced in upside down, “PLEASE CHECK THE DISC, AND FOR STAINS OR SCRATCHES ON DISC” is displayed. Remove disc and press unit POWER off when not in use.

Disc continues to rotate with menu displayed even after play is done. Press STOP to clear menu display when finished with menu.

»Important: If a remote control button does not work

TV Operation

when pressed, press the vcr button on

the remote and try the button again.

_ . Ss Ready Checklist

Press POWER* on the remote or unit. □ ,,„„ections are made. (See page 11).

□ Your unit is plugged in.

Use CH or number keys to

select a channel.

POWER

Press VOL + or VOL

to adjust volume.

PHONES CH AT

Jack

VOL + /VOL-

Using the 100 key

When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125 with the number 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.

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

VOL+/-

RAPID

TUNE

MTS Broadcast/TV Stereo System

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.

Receivable Broadcast Types

The following are possible audio broadcast types and on-screen displays. The signal being received is indicated with an “ t " mark while the selected audio mode is indicated with an arrow. To change the audio mode for these

broadcasts, see the “Select Audio Mode for TV Viewing" section (below.)

Press DISPLAY to display

the broadcast signal being received.

MTS stereo and SAP broadcast

*STEREO • ► SAP

MONO

STOP 12:00AU ABC

•STEREO- SP SAP

UONO

STOP 12

STÈBEO SP

►SAP *■

MONO

STEREO SAP MONO -

0;00;00

:00AM ABC

0:00:00

Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo (man language) and Secondary Audio Pr^ram (sub language) broadcasts are being received simultaneously. Select the STEREO or SAP audio mode.

MTS Stereo broadcast

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

• If stereo broadcast is weak and the display flickers, select MONO audio mode for possibly better results,

SAP broadcast

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

MONO broadcast

Normal monaural sound broadcast.

< Example >

Audio Mode for TV Viewing

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,

Closed Caption System

Closed Caption is ...

This multi-use system not only allows the hearing impaired to enjoy selected programs, but also makes useful information from TV stations available to everyone.

Closed Caption Mode Feature

Press ACTION*

to display MAIN MENU.

1) Press AT^^to

select ‘TV.”

2) Press SET to

display SET UP

SELECT:A T ^ ► SET:SET EM3 lACTION

TV screen.

SET UP TV

INPUT SELECT :TUNER SET UP AUDtCWlDED EM ANTENNA SPEAKER :ON

REMOTE warning

TIME STAMP :ON

SELECT:A ▼ END :action

: INT

:ON

SET:SET

1) Press AT to

select “CAPTION”.

2) Press SET

to display CAPTION screen.

1) Press AT to

CC ON MUTE

SELECT;a ▼ SET ;SET END :ACTI ON

-CAP C2-

-CAP Cl ■

select CAPTION MODE.

2) Press SET

repeatedly to select

mode. (See left.)

Press ACTION three times

to return to the normal screen.

Recording and Playing Back a Closed Caption/ Text Program

Record : Record normally. Closed Caption/Text

Playback : Start playback. Do above steps to select

signal, if present, is recorded automatically.

desired caption mode.

Closed Caption Mode Selections

Caption Mode; CAP C1 or C2

A narration of selected TV programs is displayed.

Check TV program listings for CC (Closed Caption) broadcasts.

Caption Mode: TEXT C1 or C2

The lower half of the screen will be

blocked out. When the TV station broadcasts information, such as program listings, it will appear in this space.

Caption Mode: OFF

Closed Caption /Text narration will not be displayed.

NOTE : The closed caption or text signal may be broadcast over Cl, C2, or both. Also, text contents can vary so you may wish to try different settings.

For assistance, please call; 1-800-211-PANA{7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com

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