Panasonic PV-M2738 User Manual

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Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. Guta para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

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Things You Should Know

Congratulations

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

Safety Precautions

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

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

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RiSk OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER^RVtCEAeLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER 5CRVIC1NO TO QOAUFIEO SERVCE 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.

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

Serial No.

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PV-M2738

Things You Should Know................................................................................................................................2

Important Safeguards and Precautions.......................................................................................................... 3

Unpacking Your Combination VCR • Product Features

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Antenna or Cable Connections (Outdoor Antenna, Cable Box, Scrambled/Unscrambled Channels)

Location of Controls (Remote Control, Combination VCR)..........................................................................6, 7

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

TV Operation (Main Operation, Using the 100 key, Rapid Tune, Audio Mute, Phones, SELF-DEMO Mode).11

Picture Adjustment (Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture, Sharpness, Reset).......................................................11

TV Timer Features (Alarm Timer, Sleep Timer).............................................................................................12

Closed Caption System (Main operation. Caption On Mute)..........................................................................13

FM Radio.......................................................................................................................................................14

Playback a Tape (Main Operation, Special Effects, Quality Picture Features)

Tape Operation (Repeat Play, One Minute Skip, Zero Search, Auto Functions)

Record On a Tape (Main Operation, One Touch Record, Input Select)........................................................

Timer Recording (Main operation, Cancel, Clear or Replace Program Contents)...................................18, 19

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) (Connection, Main Operation)......................................................................19

Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, Warning Beeper)...................................................................................20

MTS Broadcast /TV Stereo System (Stereo/SAP/Mono Broadcast, Select Audio Mode)

VCR Plus+ Setup.....................................................................................................................................22, 23

VCR Plus+ Programming..............................................................................................................................24

Unit and Cassette Information...................................................................................................................... 25

Before Requesting Service (Self-check items)..............................................................................................26

Service Center List........................................................................................................................................27

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia para rápida consulta.......................................................................28-31

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

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT

INSTALLATION

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify the power source in your home.

2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG

As a safety feature, this Video product comes with either a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire grounding type plug,

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTIQNl

This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION: This plug will only fit Into a three-hole grounding outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.

3 POWER CORD

Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or be in the way of walking traffic. If an extension cord is used, make sure it also has either a polarized or grounded plug and that the cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by a qualified sen/ice technician. Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and should be avoided,

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated during operation. If they are blocked, heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes. For protection follow these rules: a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in

use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

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

rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed

vehicle, etc,. Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense in the unit and on the tape.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

• Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping

surface.

• Do not place this unit on any support that is not

firm, level and adequately strong. The unit could fall causing serious injury to child or adult and damage to the unit.

• An appliance and cart combination

should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating

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

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

If an outside antenna or cable system Is connected to the equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against built up static charges and voltage surges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code) provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.

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KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS

An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it wilt never come into contact with these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

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

1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE

OF ANY KIND.

2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

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

service technician before use,

3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM

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

4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• Never expose the unit to rain or water, DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a sen/ice technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside,

• Never drop or press any object through openings in the unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.

• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment,

5 USING ACCESSORIES

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

6 CLEANING THE UNIT

Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.

SERVICE

DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF

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

IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED

Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer,

Of those having the same safety characteristics as the original parts. The use of

unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK

After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to conduct a thorough safety check as described in the manufacture's service literature to insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition.

Unpacking Your Combination VCR • Product Features

Unpacking Your Combination VCR

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

Accessories

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Remote Control

VSQS1501

2 “AA” Batteries

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Load the batteries

Press in and up on the latch with your thumb nail and lift off the lid.

Install two batteries, as indicated, inside the Battery Compartment.

Fit the lid's hinge

piece into the indent on the case, and

snap the lid into

place.

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

To order accessories,

call toll free 1 -800-211 -PANA{7262).

Product Features_______________________________

Alarm Timer......................................................................................................................................................12

All Channel Auto Set/181-CH TV/CATV Tuner .................................................................................................8

Auto Clock Set................................................................................................................................................8, 9

Auto Daylight Saving Time ..............................................................................................................................25

Auto Operation Functions (Auto Shut Off, Auto Playback, Rewind, Tape Eject, Power Off)............................16

Auto Repeat Function.......................................................................................................................................16

Closed Caption System....................................................................................................................................13

Easy-to-Read English/Spanish/French On-Screen Displays............................................................8, 9,18, 19

FM Radio .........................................................................................................................................................14

Front-mounted AA/ In Terminals ...............................................................................................................19, 22

MTS Broadcast System...................................................................................................................................21

One Minute Skip...............................................................................................................................................16

One Month, 8 Program Auto Timer Recording

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

PanaBlack'^'^ Picture Tube .............................................................................................................................15

Quick Play Mechanism ....................................................................................................................................26

Rapid Tune......................................................................................................................................................11

Special Effects Playback .................................................................................................................................15

Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, warning Beeper).......................................................................................20

VCR Plus+ Recording...................................................................................................................................... 24

Zero Search......................................................................................................................................................16

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18, 19

Antenna or Cable Connections

Outdoor Antenna Connection

Unhook the antenna from your previous TV or VCR and connect it to the back of the Combination VCR as sho\A/n in the diagram.

If your antenna system has separate UHF and VHF lead-ins, you need a UHFA/HF

Band Mixer (not supplied).

Cable Connections

(A) Without a Converter/Descrambler Box

With this connection, you can use your Combination VCR remote control to select channels for viewing and select unscrambled channels for timer recording. Scrambled channels mav not be viewed or

recorded with this connection.

(Flat)Twin Lead 300 Ohm Cable

300-75 ohm from Transformer Antenna (not supplied)

(Flat)Twin Lead 300 Ohm Cable

UHF/VHF Band Mixer (not supplied)

Back of Combination VCR

(B) With a Converter/Descrambler Box

With this connection, you may record and view any channel including scrambled channels. Please note, however that channel selection must be made at the cable company converter box. Timer recording is limited to one channel at a time, and you can only view the channel you are recording.

To Watch and Record Scrambled/ Unscrambled Channels

Set the Combination VCR to the output channel of the cable converter box (e.g. CH3). Now, select channels to be viewed or recorded at the cable converter box.

FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment wouid void the user’s authority to operate.

(B)

Cable TV

Note to CATV System Instailer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV (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.

Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons

POWER

See pages 8,11.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN SELECT UP/DOWN

See pages 8-20, 22-24.

NUMBERED KEY

See pages 9, 11, 14, 17, 24.

CLOSED CAPTION

See page 13.

PLAY

See page 15.

RAPID TUNE

See page 11.

PROGRAM

See pages 18,19, 24,

SLEEP

See page 12.

ON-TIMER

See page 12.

STOP

See pages 15,17,19.

ADD/DELETE

See pages 8, 9, 12, 14, 19, 23, 24.

AUDIO

COUNTER RESET

See page 16.

Rear View of the Combination VCR

See pages 17, 24.

■SPEED

SLOW

See page 15.

VHF/UHF Antenna Input Terminal

In from your Antenna or Cable. See page 5.

Front View of the Combination VCR

Indicators on the Front Panel

REPEAT Indicator

Lights when “REPEAT PLAY; ON" is selected and playback is in progress. See page 16.

11, 15, 16.

ON TIMER Indicator

Lights when the On Timer is set. See page 12.

See pages 15.

RECORD Indicator

Lights during recording. In Rec Pause or OTR Pause mode, the indicator flashes. See page 17.

See page 17. 15,17,19, 20.

PROGRAM TIMER Indicator

Lights when the Combination VCR 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. See pages 17-19, 24.

One Time Setup

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

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

• Tell the Combination VCR how your equipment is hooked up (page 5) so the Combination VCR can correctly place channels into memory,

• Get the Combination VCR ready for clock set.

Check list before you begin.

Q Your Combination VCR is connected to an

Antenna or Cable system (see page 5).

2 2-3-4 1

To Set Language, Channels, and Clock

1 Press POWER to turn the Combination VCR on.

2 Press CH AT , or VOL^ for on

screen displays in English, Spanish or French.

• If you choose the wrong language, please see the “Reset all Combination VCR Memory Functions” section on page 25.

• If you use a cable box, the cable box must be left on for auto channel set.

Important: If you use a cable box, turn it on and select the PBS station in your time zone.

3 Press CH A to start Channel

Auto Set and Clock Auto Set.

These on-screen displays will appear in sequence.

• CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

• CH AUTO SET COMPLETED

• AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING

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(case

7/28/1998 TUE 12:00PM

AUTO CLOCK SET

END : PUSH CH UP KEY

DST: ON

SETTING : CH 10

COMPLETED

(case 2^

SELECT UNGUAGE

PUSH CH A :Engl Ish PULSE CH w :E$panol APP. VOL + iFrargats

CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET

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

PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

PUSH MENU TO SET CLOCK

SELECT/

AT^^)

keys

Using the AT A ►

Whenever a menu or program screen is displayed, CHANNEL UP/DOWN and VOLUME UP/DOWN on the remote control function as AT-^^ only. For VOLUME UP/DOWN functions, use the buttons on the Combination VCR.

SET

3 4

4 (case i) If the displayed time is correct, press CH A to

exit.

• This concludes one time Combination VCR setup.

• See important note at the bottom of this page.

If the displayed time and DST. are not correct...

If you happen to live close to two time zones, the Combination VCR may have recognized the PBS channel (setting channel) in the wrong time zone. Please do the following to correct the situation.

a. Make a note of the SETTING: CH number shown on-screen and

press CH A to exit.

b. Delete the setting channel from the Combination VCR channel memory.

(See the Add or Delete a Channel section on the next page.)

C. Press MENU to display the MAIN MENU.

d. Press AT to select “CLOCK,” and then press MENU to display

the SET CLOCK screen.

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

e. Press to select "AUTO SET,” and then press ► to set and CH a

to start Auto Clock set.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET

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

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

(^¡¡^ If AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE ^^ appears, please set the clock manually.

a. Press MENU to display the SET

CLOCK screen.

b. Press AT to select and ► to

enter the month, date, year, time, and DST. {Daylight Saving Time).

To Make Corrections,

press <>■ repeatedly to move the cursor to the incorrect entry and make the correction.

C. Press MENU twice to start the

clock and exit the MAIN MENU.

set clock.......................

SELECT:A T KEY SET :► KEY

ENO :MENU KEY

“DST :ON" automatically adjusts for daylight saving time. {See page 25.)

To Change the OSD Language

1 Press MENU to display the MAIN MENU.

2 Press AT to select the language selection

icon.

3 Press MENU repeatedly to change the language as

shown.

4 Press AT^^ to select “EXIT,” and then press

MENU to exit the MAIN MENU.

To Replace Channels in Memory

In case, you have cable installed, etc.

1 Press MENU to display the MAIN MENU.

2 Press AT-^^ to select “CH,”

and then press MENU to display the SET UP CHANNEL screen,

3 Press AT repeatedly to select

“ANTENNA SYSTEM.” and then press ► to select your antenna system (“TV" or “CATV”).

4 Press AT to select “AUTO

SET," and then press

► to start.

• To exit the SET UP CHANNEL screen, press MENU twice.

SELECT :a ▼ ► KEY SET :MEW KEY

--- SET UP CHANNEL ---

ANTENNA SYSTEM : CATV

AUTO SET CABLE BOX SET UP VCR PIUS+ CH SET UP

SELECT :a » KEY SET :► KEY END :MENU KEY

To Set or Reset the Clock

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

1 Press MENU to

display the MAIN MENU.

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SET CLOCK

AUTO SET

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2 Press AT-^^ to

select “CLOCK.” Then, press MENU to display the SET CLOCK screen.

SELECT : A ▼ KEY SET :► KEY EfCI :№NU KEY

SET CLOCK

3 Press AT to select

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

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

4 Please do steps b

and c at the top of this page.

To Add or Delete a Channel

1 CHANNEL OB ADDEDSelect a channel

using the

NUMBERED keys to add orCH AT to delete.

2 Press ADD/DLT

to add or delete the channel.

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

This Combination VCR will accurately maintain its calendar up to Dec. 31,2089,11:59PM. Normal TV or Cable channels are automatically selected and placed in memory depending on how

your Combination VCR is hooked up.

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Channel & Function Display

Whenever the channel is

changed, the channel number will appear tor a few seconds on-screen. (Some station names may also appear.)

When a function button is Combination VCR mode will be

displayed.

• When a recording is started, both REC and the channel number will appear together.

Menu Screen

1 Press MENU to

display the MAIN MENU.

2 Press and

MENU to make your

selection {see page 8.)

• To get the most from each feature, please read the Operation Manual before attempting any operation.

SELECT KEY SET :MENU KEY

WNET

Warning and Instruction Displays

These displays will alert you of a missed operation or provide further instructions.

If no active channels are found for CHANNEL MEMORY... (see page 5.)

If you attempt to set or

review a Timer Recording or set the On-Timer and the Clock is not set... (see pages 8, 9.)

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

If you press STOP during a Timer

Recording... (see page 19.)

NO CH FOUND PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN PUSH CH UP KEY AGAIN

PLEASE SET CLOCK BEFOPE PROGRAMMI NQ

CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB

TO CANCEL TIMER REC HOLD down stop key FOR APPROX 3 SEC

VCR Status & Clock Display

Press DISPLAY to display and remove the

overlay shown below.

Function Status

Rec Time Remaining

(OTR mode only see page 17.)

Receivable

Broadcast Types

REC 12:00AM WNET

(►STEREO 1 SLP >

S^SAP 1 N

Current Time

0:25 0:00:00

MONO

Tape Counter

Channel & Call Letter

^Tape Speed

(See page 21.)

Blank Tape/ No Video Signal Indication

When a blank section of tape comes up in Play

mode, or the selected channel has no

broadcast signal, the TV screen will turn a solid

blue.

If you press PLAY, FF,

REW, or REC on the remote control or the Combination VCR without a cassette inserted... (see pages 15, 17.)

If the Combination VCR is not in Stop mode or a cassette with record tab is not inserted two minutes before a Timer Recording is about to begin... (see pages 18, 19.)

If head cleaning becomes necessary while playing back a tape... (see page 25.)

If you press a function button other than STOP/EJECT or POWER while the Combination VCR is in VCR Lock mode... (See page 20.)

NO CASSETTE PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE

PLEASE PREPARE FOR T IMER BEC

VIDEO HEADS MAY NEED CLEANING

PLEASE INSERT HEAD CLEANING CASSETTE OH HEFER TO MANUAL

END:PLAY KEY

VCR LOCK ACTIVATED

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Panasonic PV-M2738 User Manual

MODEL PV-M2738

Things You Should Know

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards and Precautions

INSTALLATION

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

SERVICE

Unpacking Your Combination VCR • Product Features

Battery replacement caution

Antenna or Cable Connections

Outdoor Antenna Connection

Cable Connections

To Watch and Record Scrambled/ Unscrambled Channels

Note to CATV System Instailer

Location of Controls

One Time Setup

2 2-3-4 1

To Change the OSD Language

To Replace Channels in Memory

To Set or Reset the Clock

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Channel & Function Display

Menu Screen

1 Press MENU to

2 Press and

Warning and Instruction Displays

VCR Status & Clock Display

Blank Tape/ No Video Signal Indication