Panasonic PVQ-M2508 User Manual

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Operating

Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual. Spanish Quick Use Qukje is included.

Outa para rápida consulta en español está incluida.

Things You Should Know

Congratulations

on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reiiable products

on the market today. Used properly, it wiii bring you and your famiiy years of enjoyment. Piease fiil in the information at right. The sériai number is on the tag iocated on the back of your Combination VCR.

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

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PVQ-M2508

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. Oniy use those tapes with the l^mark. It is recommended that oniy 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 dispiay of television closed captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the FCC rules.

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.

CM/rtON TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO JSER'SERVICEAeLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICIND TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

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

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

Unpacking Your Combination VCR • Product Features....................................................................................4

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, NITE/GAME mode)

Picture Adjustment (Color, Tint, Brightness, Picture, Sharpness, Reset).......................................................12

TV Timer Features (Alarm Timer, Sleep Timer)............................................................................................. 13

Closed Caption System (Main Operation, Caption On Mute).........................................................................14

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

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) (Connection, Main Operation)......................................................................17

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

Special VCR Features (Channel Caption, Time Stamp, Blue Back ON/OFF Feature, VCR Lock, Warning Beeper) Tape Operation (index Search, Repeat Play, One Minute Skip, Zero Search, Auto Functions)

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

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

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

Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia para rápida consulta

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 manuai. 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 CAUTION: 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 CAUTIQNl

This plug will only tit 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 service 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 mies;

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

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 Elacirical 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 will never come into contact with these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

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

1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE

OF ANY KIND.

2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

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

service technician before use.

3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM

During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the power source as welt 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. Immediataly unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a service 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 ail 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 doth 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, or those having the same safety characteristics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK

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

Unpa cking Y our Co mbi nat ion VC R • Pr odu ct Fe atur es

Unpacking Your

Combination VCR

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

Accessories

Remote Control

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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..............................................................................................................................13

All Channel Auto Set/181-CH TV/CABLE 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)..24

Auto Repeat Function..............................................................................................................24

Closed Caption System...........................................................................................................14

Easy-to-Read English/Spanish/French On-Screen Displays

Front-mounted AA/ In Terminals .............................................................................................17

NITE/GAME Mode...................................................................................................................11

One Minute Skip.......................................................................................................................24

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

One Touch Recording (OTR) ..................................................................................................16

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

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

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

Special VCR Features (Channel Caption, Time Stamp, Blue Back ON/OFF Feature, VCR Lock, Warning Beeper) VMS Index Search System (Direct Access index search. Program Index Search, Index Scan Search).22, 23

Zero Search............................................................................................................................. 24

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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 shown in the diagram. If your antenna system has separate UHF and VHF lead-ins, you need a UHF/VHF 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 may not be viewed or recorded with this connection.

(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.

(A)

(B)

(Flat)Twin Lead 300 Ohm Cable

Cable TV

UHF/VHF Band Mixer (not supplied)

Back of Combination VCR

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 would void the user’s authority to operate.

Note to CABLE System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CABLE

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 8~14,16,18-24.

NUMBERED KEY See pages 9, 11,16, 22.

INDEX See pages 22, 23.

REWIND/SEARCH See pages 15, 22, 23.

NITE/GAME

See page 11.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

SET/BACKSPACE

See pages 8-14,16,18-24.

TRACKING UP/DOWN

See page 15.

ON-TIMER

See page 13.

RECORD/TIME

See page 16.

ADD/DELETE See pages 8, 9, 13, 19, 20.

STOP

See pages 15,16, 19, 23.

Rear View of the Combination VCR

AC Power Plug When plugged into an AC outlet, the Combination VCR consumes 5 W of electric power in OFF condition.

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ZERO/1 MINUTE SKIP

See page 24.

SLOW

See page 15.

COUNTER RESET

See page 24.

VHF/UHF Antenna Input Terminal In from your Antenna or Cable. See page 5.

Front View of the Combination VCR

15, 16, 19. 23.

Indicators on the Front Panel

ON TIMER indicator

Lights when the On

Timer is set.

See page 13.

REPEAT Indicator Lights when “REPEAT

PLAY: ON" is selected and playback is in progress. See page 24.

See pages 15, 22, 23.

See pages 11,15, 23, 24.

RECORD Indicator Lights during recording. In Rec Pause or OTR Pause mode, the indicator flashes. See page 16.

See pages 15,22, 23.

See pages 16, 21,

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 16, 18,19.

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 lor 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).

To Set Language, Channels and Clock

1 Press POWER to turn the Combination VCR on.

2 Press CH AV , 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 tirhe 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 or

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AUTO CLOCK SET

END : PUSH CH UP KEY

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SETTING : CH 10

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CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE AND IF YOU USE A CABLE BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR

LOCAL PBS CH THEN, , . PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY

AUTO CLOCK SET

IS INCOMPLETE

PUSH ACDON TO SET CLOCK

ACTION

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ADD/

DELETE

Using the AT M ^ heys

Whenever a menu or program screen is displayed, CHANNEL

UP/DOWN and VOLUME UP/DOWN on the remote control function as only. For VOLUME UP/DOWN functions,

use the buttons on the Combination VCR.

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 ACTION to display the MAIN MENU.

d. Press AT-^^ to select “CLOCK," and then press ACTION 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 AT to select "AUTO CLOCK SET,” and then press ► to set

and CH A to start Auto Clock set.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET WHEN USING THE CABLE BOX

• 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 you use Audio/Video Jack connection between the Combination VCR and Cable Box, you must also connect the RF coaxial cable in order to use the auto clock set and channel auto set features.

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

If AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE

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appears, please set the clock manually.

Press ACTION to display the SET CLOCK screen. .

Press AT to select and ► to enter the month, date, year, time and DST. (Daylight Saving Time).

To Make Corrections,

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

Press ACTION tvi/ice to start the

clock and exit the MAIN MENU.

To Change the OSD Language 1 Press ACTION to display the MAIN MENU.

2 Press AT to select the language selection

icon.

3 Press ACTION repeatedly to change the language

as shown.

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

ACTION to exit the MAIN MENU.

To Replace Channels in Memory

In case, you have cable installed, etc.

1 Press ACTION to display the MAIN MENU. 2 Press AT4^ to select “CH,"

and then press ACTION to display the SET UP CHANNEL screen.

3 Press AT repeatedly to select

“ANTENNA," and then press

► to select your antenna

system ("TV" or “CABLE”).

4 Press AT to select "AUTO

SET," and then press ► to start.

• To exit the SET UP CHANNEL screen, press ACTION twrice.

SET CLOCK

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SELECT;* ▼ KEY SET :► KEY END :ACTtON KEY

“DST:ON” automatically adjusts for daylight saving time. (See page 25.)

SELECT:* » * ► KEY SET :ACTION KEY

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SET UP CHANNEL

AUTO SET CHANNEL CAPTION

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

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SELECT/

SET

keys

NUMBERED

keys

To Set or Reset the Clock

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

1 Press ACTION to

display the MAIN MENU.

Press AT4^ to select "CLOCK.” Then, press ACTION to display the SET CLOCK screen.

Press AT to select “MANUAL,” and then

► to display the

SET CLOCK screen. Please do steps b

and c at the top of this page.

To Add or Delete a Channel

1 Select a channel channel oa added

using the NUMBERED keys to add or CH AT to delete.

2 Press ADD/DLT L_J

to add or delete the channel.

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

- SET CLOCK

AUTO CLOCK SET

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

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SET CLOCK

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

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NOTES

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 for a few seconds on-screen. (Some station names may also appear if Channel Caption is set. See page 20.)

When a function button is pressed (PLAY, FF, etc.), the Combination VCR mode will be displayed.

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

Menu Screen

1 Press ACTION to

display the MAIN

MENU.

2 Press and

ACTION to make your selection (see page 8).

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

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.)

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

If you attempt to set or review a Timer Recording or set the On-Timer and the

PLEASE SET CLOCK BEFORE programming

Clock is not set... (see pages 8, 9.)

If you press REC on the remote control or the Combination VCR, and a

CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB

cassette is inserted with no record tab... (see page 16.)

If you press STOP

during a Timer

TO OANCEL TIMER REC HOLD DOWN STOP KEY FOR APPROX 3 SEC

Recording... (see page 19.)

VCR Status & Clock Display

Press DISPLAY to display and remove the

overlay shown below.

Function Current Channel Caption Status Time (See page 20.)

Blank Tape/ No Video Signal Indication

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

If you press PLAY, FF, REW, or REC on the

remote control or the Combination VCR without a cassette inserted... (see pages 15,16.)

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

STCP/EJECT or POWER while the Combination VCR

is in VCR Lock mode...

(See page 21.)

NO CASSETTE PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE

VIDEO HEADS MAY NEED cleaning PLEASE INSERT HEAD

cleaning cassette

OR REFER TO MANUAL

END:PLAY KEY

VCR LOCK ACTIVATED

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Panasonic PVQ-M2508 User Manual

MODEL PVQ-M2508

Things You Should Know

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards and Precautions

Unpa cking Y our Co mbi nat ion VC R • Pr odu ct Fe atur es

Antenna or Cable Connections

Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons

Rear View of the Combination VCR

Front View of the Combination VCR

Indicators on the Front Panel

One Time Setup

Check list before you begin.

1 Press POWER to turn the Combination VCR on.

2 Press CH AV , or VOL^ for on

SELECT UNGUAGE

CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

2 Press and