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COUNTER
RESET
TAPE POSITION
PAUSE/SLOW
ACTION
SEARCH
TRACKING
EJECT
VCR/TV
INPUT
DISPLAY
CM/ZERO
VOL CH
REC
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
100
0
ADD/DLT
REW
PLAY
STOP
FF
VCR TV
SELECT
SPEED
SAP/Hi-Fi
PROG
DAILY
7
21
31
68 9
SELECT / Selection Order
WEEKLY
(SAT)
WEEKLY
(MON)
WEEKLY
(SUN)
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
7 9 : 00A 12 : 00A 08
SP
8
10 : 00P
12 : 00P 02 SP
10
8 : 00P
9 : 00P 10
SP
S
U
9 : 00P 10 : 00P
L1
LP
TIMER
PROG.
LIST
SELECT START DATE
DATE START
ST
O
P
C
H
SP
TODA
Y
7 SUN 9:
00A 12:00A
08
SELECT : END : PROG
SET:
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
13 2 : 00 P
3 : 20P 02
SLP
-- -- : --
-- : -- --
--
--
-- : -- -- : -- --
--
--
-- : -- -- : -- --
--
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
SELECT : END : PROG
DATE START
ST
O
P
C
H
SLP
SET:
SELECT START DATE
T
ODAY
13 SAT --:-- --:-- --
TIMER
PROG.
LIST
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
-- -- : --
-- : -- --
--
8
10 : 00P
12 : 00P 02 SP
10
8 : 00P
9 : 00P 10
SP
S
U
9 : 00P 10 : 00P
L1
LP
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
6 /08 / 20 0 3
SUN 2 : 20P
M
DST :
ON
SETT I NG
: CH
10
AUTO CLOCK SET C
OMPLETED
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT MONTH
DST:ON
1 / /
:
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SET COMPLETED
DST:ON
6 /08 / 20 0 3
SUN
2 : 20P
M
START :
ACT I ON
SET
:
IN FROM ANT.
TV
VCR
VHF/UHF
OUT
TO
TV
IN from ANT./CABLE
IN FROM ANT.
TV
VCR
VHF/UHF
OUT
TO
TV
IN from ANT./CABLE
Cable TV Converter Box

Before Using

COUNTER
RESET
TAPE POSITION
PAUSE/SLOW
ACTION
SEARCH
TRACKING
EJECT
VCR/TV
INPUT
DISPLAY
CM/ZERO
VOL CH
REC
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
100
0
ADD/DLT
REW
PLAY
STOP
FF
VCR TV
SELECT
SPEED
SAP/Hi-Fi
PROG
V I D
EO HEADS MAY
N
EED
CLEAN I NG PLEASE I NSERT HEAD CLEAN I NG CASSETTE OR REFER
TO
MANUAL
END
: PL
AY
R
R
R
R
• Important Safeguards • Accessories • Head Cleaning • Loading Batteries • Prevent Tape Erasure • Specifications • Record/Playback Time
Congratulations
on your new purchase! With proper use, this dependable product will provide years of enjoyment. Please fill in the information below. (Serial number is on tag on back of VCR.)
• Date of Purchase
• Dealer Purchased From
• Dealer Address
• Dealer Phone No.
• Model No.
• Serial No.
Accessories
Remote Control
LSSQ0389
To order accessories, call toll free 1-800-332-5368.
Loading the Batteries
Battery replacement caution
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
Break off the tab to prevent recording.
Record Tab
Screw driver
Record/Playback Time
Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.
Tape Speed
Setting
SP
(Standard Play)
LP
(Long Play)
SLP
(Super Long Play)
PV-V4523S
Batteries 2 “AA”
RF Coaxial Cable
LSJA0372
To record again
Cover the hole with cellophane tape.
Type of Video Cassette
T160T120T60
1 Hour 2 Hours
2 Hours
3 Hours
4 Hours
6 Hours 8 Hours
2 Hours
40 Minutes
5 Hours
20 Minutes
Head Cleaning
Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.
Video Head Clog Sensor
Screen-right appears during play if clogging is detected. To remove screen, press PLAY.
• Use “ dry” type head cleaning cassette only.
(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)
• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully. Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.
Cleaning the VCR
Use soft, dry cloth or dusting attachment of a vacuum to remove dust from all cabinet vent holes. You may moisten cloth with nonabrasive, antistatic cleaner/ polisher.
Caution: Alcohol and various solvents could damage finish.
Specifications
Power Source: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption:
Video Signal: EIA Standard NTSC color Video Recording 4 rotary heads helical
System: scanning system Audio Track: 1 track (Normal)
Tuner: Broadcast Channels: VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69
CABLE Channels: Midband A ~ I (14 ~ 22)
Operating Temperature: 5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 % Weight: 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs). Dimensions: 360 (W) x 93 (H) x 242 (D) mm
Note: Designs and specifications are subject
to change without notice.
Power On
Approx. 23 W
Power Off
Approx. 3.0 W
2 channel (Hi-Fi Audio Sound)
Superband J ~ W (23 ~ 36) Hyperband AA ~ EEE (37 ~ 64) Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99) Special CABLE channel 5A (01) Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125
14-3/16” (W) x 3-11/16” (H) x 9-9/16” (D) inch
Features for a Quality Picture
Digital Auto Picture
Automatically controls the video output signal for less noise depending on the tape condition.
Digital Auto Tracking
Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum picture quality.
Manual Tracking Control
(to reduce picture noise)
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture noise. Press CH (TRACKING)
/ on the remote
control or on the VCR until the picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off, then on again a few seconds later.
V-Lock Control (to reduce picture jitter)
In Still mode, CH (TRACKING)
/ operate as a
V-Lock control.
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COUNTER
RESET
TAPE POSITION
PAUSE/SLOW
ACTION
SEARCH
TRACKING
EJECT
VCR/TV
INPUT
DISPLAY
CM/ZERO
VOL CH
REC
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
100
0
ADD/DLT
REW
PLAY
STOP
FF
VCR TV
SELECT
SPEED
SAP/Hi-Fi
PROG
DAILY
7
21
31
68 9
SELECT / Selection Order
WEEKLY
(SAT)
WEEKLY
(MON)
WEEKLY
(SUN)
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
7 9 : 00A 12 : 00A 08
SP
8
10 : 00P
12 : 00P 02 SP
10
8 : 00P
9 : 00P 10
SP
S
U
9 : 00P 10 : 00P
L1
LP
TIMER
PROG.
LIST
SELECT START DATE
DATE START
ST
O
P
C
H
SP
TODA
Y
7 SUN 9:
00A 12:00A
08
SELECT : END : PROG
SET:
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
13 2 : 00 P
3 : 20P 02
SLP
-- -- : --
-- : -- --
--
--
-- : -- -- : -- --
--
--
-- : -- -- : -- --
--
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
SELECT : END : PROG
DATE START
ST
O
P
C
H
SLP
SET:
SELECT START DATE
T
ODAY
13 SAT --:-- --:-- --
TIMER
PROG.
LIST
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
-- -- : --
-- : -- --
--
8
10 : 00P
12 : 00P 02 SP
10
8 : 00P
9 : 00P 10
SP
S
U
9 : 00P 10 : 00P
L1
LP
Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play)
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
6 /08 / 20 0 3
SUN 2 : 20P
M
DST :
ON
SETT I NG
: CH
10
AUTO CLOCK SET C
OMPLETED
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT MONTH
DST:ON
1 / /
:
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SET COMPLETED
DST:ON
6 /08 / 20 0 3
SUN
2 : 20P
M
START :
ACT I ON
SET
:
IN FROM ANT.
TV
VCR
VHF/UHF
OUT
TO
TV
IN from ANT./CABLE
IN FROM ANT.
TV
VCR
VHF/UHF
OUT
TO
TV
IN from ANT./CABLE
Cable TV Converter Box

Playback / Record on a Tape

• Connections • Initial Setup • Clock Set • Select Channel • Playback • Record • Auto Operation
Please make all cable or antenna connections before plugging into the AC outlet.
Plugging the VCR Power Cord into an AC wall outlet starts auto channel and clock set.
Connecting
➛➛
For ANT./Cable
1
Connect cable from
➛
➛➛
VCR
Antenna/Cable to VCR’s IN
➛➛
➛
➛➛
TV
1
FROM ANT. jack.
2
Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack
2
with included RF Cable accessory.
➛➛
For DSS/Cable Box
Connect your cable box’s
1
➛
VCR
➛➛
➛➛
➛
➛➛
TV
OUT jack to the VCR’s IN FROM ANT. jack with an RF cable.
2
Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV jack to TV’s ANT. IN jack
2
1
with included RF Cable accessory.
Initial Setup (Ready to Play)
1 Turn TV on and tune to channel 3. 2 Plug VCR Power Cord into AC wall
outlet. VCR comes on and auto channel and clock set starts.
• If screen below does not appear, check VCR - TV connection and, if TV is tuned to channel 3, try switching it to channel 4.
• To change VCR’s output channel, please refer to “VCR’s Output Channel” in Advanced Operations book (p. 12).
Plugging the AC Power Plug into an AC outlet
If you use a cable box, turn it on and set it to the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS) channel in your time zone. If you use a DSS receiver, it must be turned off.
3 Settings are made automatically.
When setup is done, this screen appears.
If “ AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE” appears, manually set clock. See below.
Manual Clock Set
If Auto Clock Set was incomplete.
1 Press ACTION* on remote to display
CLOCK menu.
2 Press to select the month and
to set. In the same manner, select and set the date, year, time, and DST (Daylight Saving Time).
3 Press ACTION to start clock and exit.
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Playback a Tape
1 Insert a tape.
Record on a Tape
1
Insert a tape with a record tab (p. 3).
• Loose or peeling labels may cause tape jam.
• VCR power comes on. “ VCR” lights on Multi Function Display. If Auto VCR/TV (see p. 10 of Advanced Operations book) is set to “ OFF,” press VCR/TV until “ VCR” lights on the Multi Function Display.
2
Press PLAY to play tape.
• If tape has no rec. tab (p. 3), auto play begins.
Special Features During Play
Forward/Reverse Scene Search
➛ Press FF or REW. ➛ Press PLAY to release.
After search has begun, each additional press of FF or REW changes speed as shown below.
[SLP] : Approx. 21X [LP] : Approx. 9X [SP] : Approx. 7X
↔ Approx. 9X ↔ Approx. 7X ↔ Approx. 3X
If at 21X, 9X, or 7X speed the picture is interrupted, change speed to 9X, 7X, or 3X.
Notes
• Picture interruption may occur with some TVs.
• FF and REW search speed may vary depending on current tape position.
Still (Freeze) Picture
➛ Press PAUSE/SLOW. ➛ Press PLAY to release.
Frame by Frame Picture
➛ Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode. ➛ Press PLAY to release.
Slow Motion Picture
➛ Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode. ➛ Press PLAY to release.
Notes
• These features work best in SP or SLP mode.
• The sound will be muted.
• To reduce picture noise, see “Manual Tracking Control” on p. 3.
• After VCR is in Still or Slow mode 3 minutes, it auto switches to Stop mode to protect the tape and the video heads.
3 Press STOP to stop tape.
Press REW or FF in Stop mode to
Rewind or Fast Forward tape. Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.
This video recorder, equipped with HQ (High Quality) system, is compatible with existing VHS equipment. Only use tapes with the
mark. Only tapes tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8 hour machines are recommended.
Auto Operation Functions Auto Play
Insert a tape ➛ Power comes on ➛ Play starts if there is no record tab (see p. 3).
Auto Rewind
Play Fast Forward
➛ Tape end ➛ Rewind
Play Auto Eject
(Repeat Play must be off)
Play ➛ Tape end ➛ Rewind ➛ Tape ejects if there is no record tab
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
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COUNTER
RESET
TAPE POSITION
PAUSE/SLOW
ACTION
SEARCH
TRACKING
EJECT
VCR/TV
INPUT
DISPLAY
CM/ZERO
VOL CH
REC
POWER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
100
0
ADD/DLT
REW
PLAY
STOP
FF
VCR TV
SELECT
SPEED
SAP/Hi-Fi
PROG

Timer Recording

DAILY
7
21
31
68 9
SELECT / Selection Order
WEEKLY
(SAT)
WEEKLY
(MON)
WEEKLY
(SUN)
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
7 9 : 00A 12 : 00A 08
SP
8
10 : 00P
12 : 00P 02 SP
10
8 : 00P
9 : 00P 10
SP
S
U
9 : 00P 10 : 00P
L1
LP
TIMER
PROG.
LIST
SELECT START DATE
DATE START
ST
O
P
C
H
SP
TODA
Y
7 SUN 9:
00A 12:00A
08
SELECT : END : PROG
SET:
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
13 2 : 00 P
3 : 20P 02
SLP
-- -- : --
-- : -- --
--
--
-- : -- -- : -- --
--
--
-- : -- -- : -- --
--
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
SELECT : END : PROG
DATE START
ST
O
P
C
H
SLP
SET:
SELECT START DATE
T
ODAY
13 SAT --:-- --:-- --
TIMER
PROG.
LIST
TIMER PROG.
L I
ST
CANC
EL : ADD /
DLT
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
DT
START
STOP CH
SPD
-- -- : --
-- : -- --
--
8
10 : 00P
12 : 00P 02 SP
10
8 : 00P
9 : 00P 10
SP
S
U
9 : 00P 10 : 00P
L1
LP

Location of Controls

• Timer Recording • Location of Controls (Remote Control Buttons, Front View of the VCR)
Timer Recording
1 1) Press PROG*.
2) Press
2
3
4
Press POWER off to set the timer recording. (“TIMER” lights on Multi Function Display.)
Review, Replace, or Clear Program
(Recording is not in progress)
a 1) Press PROG.
2) Press
b
c
To Replace program...
to display program screen.
1) Set record DATE, press
to select: 1~31= one time, or DAILY= MON~ FRI, or WEEKLY= same time each week and press
2) Set remaining items, press press
to select and
to set START/ STOP times, CH (channel) or LINE input (p. 9 of Advanced Operations book), and tape speed (p. 3).
Press PROG to end programming.
To Enter More Programs Press
press
to select and
to set an unused program.
Then repeat step 2. Or, press PROG to exit.
to select LIST.
Press to select
desired program.
1) Press to display.
2) Repeat Step 2
(above) to set new programs.
Example
Today
.
Cancel a Timer Recording
(Recording is in progress)
Press POWER and then STOP within 10
seconds to cancel the Timer Recording.
(The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi Function Display.)
Remote Control Buttons
VCR (mode)
(Enables VCR functions)
POWER
(Turns VCR off/on)
VCR/TV
(For TV or VCR mode)
INPUT
SPEED
(Changes tape speed)
EJECT
(Ejects tape)
COMMERCIAL SKIP/ ZERO SEARCH
(
Starts COMMERCIAL SKIP/ Zero Search
ACTION
(Displays menu)
RECORD
(Records a program, etc.)
TAPE POSITION
(Locates tape position)
COUNTER RESET
(Resets counter to zero)
SAP/Hi-Fi
(Selects audio mode for play or record)
VOLUME +/
-
(Adjusts TV volume)
Remote Control EJECT button:
Press to eject tape. EJECT is not available during recording.
(Enables TV functions)
TV (mode)
DISPLAY
(Displays VCR status)
(Selects channel directly)
NUMBER Keys
ADD/DELETE
(Adds or deletes a channel)
SEARCH/ ENTER
(Set search system /Tunes TV channel)
PLAY (Plays a tape)/
FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
(Fast forwards tape/ forward visual
search)
)
REWIND/SEARCH
(Rewinds tape/ reverse visual
search)
STOP (Stops tape)
Remote keys
PLAY, STOP, REW, and FF function as operation keys when menus are displayed.
(Displays Timer Program screen)
PROGRAM
PAUSE/SLOW
(Displays still, frame by frame,
or slow motion picture)
CHANNEL /
TRACKING/ V-LOCK
(Selects channel/ reduces
picture noise during Play and
Slow mode)
or
To Clear program...
d Press PROG to end the programming.
Notes
• If you are using a Cable Box, VCR Timer Programming Channel (Step 2 above) must be set to the Cable Box output channel and your Cable Box must be manually set to the desired channel. The Cable Box must be left on.
• If a power interruption occurs while programming the timer, the timer program(s) may be canceled. If “TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION” appears on-screen, please re-enter the timer programs.
• When recording programs via DSS receiver, DSS receiver must be left on.
• When recording programs via an antenna or cable, DSS receiver must be turned off.
Press ADD/DLT.
Important notes when using DSS receiver
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Front View of the VCR
Cassette Compartment
POWER
Video Input Connector
Audio Input Connector (L/R)
CHANNEL
/
TRACKING/ V-LOCK
Remote Sensor
RECORD
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
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STOP/EJECT
REWIND/ SEARCH
PLAY
FAST FORWARD/ SEARCH
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Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SEL. : REGLER: QUITTER
: ACT I ON
MAGNETO. HORL. CANAL
REPRISE LECTURE
:NON
MESSAGE D’ ERREUR
:OUI
COUPURE AUTO
:NON MAGNETO. /TELE AUTO : OUI
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA : FRANÇAIS
CA SORTIE : 3
ELEGIR
: FIJAR :
SAL
I R
:
ACT I ON
VCR RELOJ CANAL
REPETICION :INACT AVISO/CONT.REMOTO :ACT APAGADO AUTOMATICO:INACT VCR/TV AUTO :ACT
LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAÑOL
CANAL DE SALIDA :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT HOUR
DST:ON
6 /08 /
2020 0 3
SUN SUN
2 2 : --PM
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL
TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :4
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
IF YOU PRESS ACTION KEY, VCR ’ S OUTPUT CH SWITCHES TO CH 4.
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO CH 4.
C
HANNEL
08 ADDED
C
HANNEL
08 DELE T
ED
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
CANCEL :
STOP
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
CANCEL :
STOP
Press ACTION
to display MENU.
Language
1) Press to select
language item.
Channels
1) Press
CHANNEL.
to select
Clock
1) Press to select
CLOCK.
Time Zone Adjust
(Only when Auto Clock is set.)
1) Press to select
CLOCK.
• Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time Zone Adjust, VCR’s Output Channel • DST • On-Screen Displays (OSD)
Video Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
(Advanced Operations)
For Basic operations, see the separate “Basic Operations” instruction book.
2) Press repeatedly.
For English
For Spanish
For French
3) Press ACTION to exit.
2) Press to select
“ANTENNA,” then
press
to set your antenna system (“TV” or “CABLE.”)
3) Press
to select
“AUTO SET,” then
press
.
• If you use Cable Box, set it to the PBS channel in your time zone.
• After Channel Auto Set is finished, Auto Clock Set will be performed.
2) Press to select “MANUAL,” and press
. (For Auto Clock Set, select “AUTO CLOCK SET.”)
(“TIME ZONE ADJUST”
appears only when auto clock is set.)
3) Press and
to select and set the date, time, and DST (Daylight Saving Time).
4) Press ACTION to
start the Clock and exit this mode.
2) Press
to select “TIME ZONE ADJUST”
and press
to subtract or add hour(s) as necessary.
3) Press ACTION.
•“TIME ZONE ADJUST” returns to “0” if clock is set manually.
Models No. PV-V4523S
VCR’s Output Channel
1) Press to select
“VCR’S OUTPUT CH.”
.
2) Press
3) Press ACTION.
After 3 seconds
• To Make Corrections, repeat steps 1) ~ 3).
Add or Delete a Channel
To add channel: Select channel with NUMBER keys and
press ADD/DLT.
To delete channel: Select channel with CH
/ or NUMBER
keys and press ADD/DLT.
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
VCR auto adjusts clock for DST.
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.
• Keep these time changes in mind when programming VCR for timer recordings.
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Table of Contents
Multi-Brand Control Feature ..................................... 2
Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS) ....................... 3
MTS Broadcast......................................................... 4
VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System ......................................... 5
Tape Operation .................................................... 6, 7
Before Requesting Service ...................................... 8
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ............................... 9
Special VCR Features ........................................... 10
On-Screen Displays (OSD) .................................... 11
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel ... 12
As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Matsushita Electric Corporation of America has determined that this product or product
E
model meets the
NERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual.
For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
®
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2nd Press
3rd Press
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2 min Skip
3 min Skip
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Program 2
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
BLANK
INDEX
FF
Program 2 or BLANK
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
FF
INDEX
Program 2
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
INDEX
INDEX
BLANK
BLANK
FF
SEARCH INDEX
PROGRAM END
ENTER INDEX NUMBER :1 USING 1- 9 KEYS
FORWARD SEARCH :FF REVERSE SEARCH :REW NEXT :SEARCH EXIT :STOP
INDEX SEARCH
FORWARD SEARCH :FF REVERSE SEARCH :REW
SEARCH INDEX
PROGRAM END
SEARCH START :FF
EXIT :SEARCH
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Stereo Amplifier
AUDIO IN
R
L
VCR
R L
R
OUT TO TV
VHF/UHF
TV
R L
AUDIO OUT
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
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EO SAP M
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TV
VCR
IN FROM ANT.
OUT TO TV
VHF/UHF
VIDEO IN
R
L
AUDIO IN
L
R
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
R

Multi-Brand Control Feature

PLAY
1 2 : 0 0A
M
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
REW
1 2 : 3 0A
M CH 02
0 : 30 : 30
SP
STOP
1 2 : 3 1AM CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF :OFF AUTO VCR/TV :ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
Advanced Connections
• Advanced Connections • Multi-Brand Control Feature
Multi-Brand Control Setup
The Remote Control can be set to control some TV functions.
1 Find your TV Brand Code Number from those shown below. 2 Set up for TV control,
➛ hold down TV button, ➛ enter code with NUMBER keys.
3 Confirm code entry,
➛ press POWER to turn your TV on or off.
• See table below for controllable functions in each mode.
Notes
Using Multi-Brand Control
After remote is set up, you can select VCR or TV for the desired function. Press VCR or TV on the remote.
(Table below shows available unit buttons for each mode.)
Mode
VCR
• Repeat setup after remote battery replacement.
• Remote will not control every TV made by the manufacturer listed. If you get no response, your particular unit cannot be controlled. There are NO additional codes for the products listed. If your product is not listed, then the remote is not compatible with that product.
Unit
VCR TV
All
VCR/TV, PLAY, STOP, EJECT, SAP/Hi-Fi, DISPLAY, FF, REW, PAUSE/SLOW, REC,
TV
SPEED, CM/ZERO, RESET COUNTER, TAPE POSITION
POWER, INPUT, ENTER, NUMBER keys, CH UP/DOWN, VOL UP/DOWN
VOL UP/DOWN
Audio/Video connection
If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN terminals, you can connect your VCR to them to receive higher quality picture and sound.
Connect the VCR’s VIDEO OUT jack to the TV’s VIDEO IN jack.
1
Connect VCR’s L/R AUDIO OUT jacks to the TV’s L/R AUDIO IN jacks.
2
Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV (Monitor/Receiver) to “VIDEO.”
3
Notes
• Not all functions listed may be controllable.
• In TV mode, it may be necessary to press ENTER after pressing NUMBER keys for channel selection.
TV Brand Code Numbers
Panasonic ....................... 01, 02
Quasar ............................ 01, 02
RCA ...................................... 03
GE ......................................... 03
Zenith .................................... 04
Magnavox .............................. 05
Important Notes
• Some manufacturers use several codes for one brand. If the first code entered fails, try the next one
listed.
• Some TV brands require you to turn on the power manually.
Sylvania ................................. 05
Sharp ............................... 06, 07
Sony ...................................... 08
Toshiba ................................. 09
Sanyo .................................... 10
Fisher .................................... 10
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JVC ....................................... 11
Hitachi ................................... 12
Mitsubishi ........................ 07, 13
Samsung ............................... 14
Gold Star ................... 15, 16, 17
■ ■
■ With a Cable Box (VCR
■ ■
ANT
or
CATV
IN 1
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN FROM ANT.
R
L
OUT
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
CABLE BOX
VCR
■■
■
Connect With Two Cable Boxes
■■
CABLE BOX
IN
ANT
or
2-Way Splitter
CATV
OUT 1
OUT
OUT 2
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN 1
OUT
CABLE BOX
OUTIN
R
L
Cable Box)
TV
OUTIN
VCR
IN FROM ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
A/B Switch
IN 2IN 1
IN
R
IN
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OUT
L
VHF/UHF
OUT
R
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
TV
AUDIO
VIDEO
VHF/UHF
• view any (including scrambled) channel.
• use VCR Remote Control to select channels without using Multi-brand control feature.
You Can
• record and view both scrambled and unscrambled channels if additional equipment is added. This connection requires: two converter boxes, an A/B switch, and a 2-way splitter.
You CannotYou Can
• record scrambled channels.
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.
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3 min Skip
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Program 2
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
BLANK
INDEX
FF
Program 2 or BLANK
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
FF
INDEX
Program 2
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
INDEX
INDEX
BLANK
BLANK
FF
SEARCH INDEX
PROGRAM END
ENTER INDEX NUMBER :1 USING 1- 9 KEYS
FORWARD SEARCH :FF REVERSE SEARCH :REW NEXT :SEARCH EXIT :STOP
INDEX SEARCH
FORWARD SEARCH :FF REVERSE SEARCH :REW
SEARCH INDEX
PROGRAM END
SEARCH START :FF
EXIT :SEARCH
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: L / R
H I F I
: L
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MTS Broadcast

®
®
®
Stereo Amplifier
AUDIO IN
R
L
VCR
R L
R
OUT TO TV
VHF/UHF
TV
R L
AUDIO OUT
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
STOP 1 2 : 0 0A
M
CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
PLAY
1 2 : 0 0A
M
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
REW
1 2 : 3 0A
M CH 02
0 : 30 : 30
SP
STOP
1 2 : 3 1AM CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF :OFF AUTO VCR/TV :ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System

• MTS Broadcast • VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System
Connection
Make the Audio/Video Connection as shown on page 3.
• You can use a TV connected to Stereo amp and speakers instead of a Stereo TV.
Receivable Broadcast Types
The following are possible audio broadcast types and on-screen displays. The signal being received is indicated with an “
indicated with an arrow.
To display the broadcast signal being received,
➛➛
➛ press DISPLAY*.
➛➛
MTS Stereo and SAP broadcast
Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo (main language) and Secondary Audio Program (sub language) broadcasts are being received simultaneously. Select STEREO or SAP audio mode.
” mark while the selected audio mode is
Audio Mode for Recording
1
Press SAP/ Hi-Fi to display audio mode.
(Display disappears after 5 seconds.)
2
Press SAP/ Hi-Fi repeatedly
to select desired mode.
• Refer to “Receivable Broadcast Types” on page 4.
• Arrow indicates selection.
Make a recording.
3
See p. 5 of “Basic Operations” Instruction book.
Audio Mode for Playback
1
Start playback.
See p. 5 of “Basic Operations” Instruction book.
2
Press SAP/ Hi-Fi to display audio mode.
(Display disappears after 5 seconds.)
3
• Arrow indicates selection.
Press SAP/ Hi-Fi repeatedly
to select desired mode.
• Select “HIFI(L/R)” or “HIFI(L)” or “HIFI(R)” to listen to stereo recordings in stereo sound. Select “NORMAL” for monaural sound.
MTS Stereo broadcast
Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo broadcast. Select STEREO audio mode.
• If stereo broadcast is weak and display flickers, select MONO audio mode for possible better results.
SAP broadcast
Secondary Audio Program (sub language) broadcast. Select SAP audio mode for the sub language.
MONO broadcast
Normal monaural sound broadcast.
Equipped with ®-TV Noise Reduction for true MTS reproduction. required for good stereo separation and audio fidelity. licensed by
is a registered trademark, and is
Technology Licensing.
-TV Noise Reduction is
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Notes
• Only tapes recorded in Hi-Fi stereo will playback with true stereo sound. Standard stereo tapes will playback in monaural sound.
• To listen to Hi-Fi stereo playback, the VCR AUDIO (L/R) jacks must be connected to a stereo TV or an external stereo amp and speakers. (See page 4.)
• If tracking is adjusted during playback, Hi-Fi audio may revert to normal audio.
• Hi-Fi and normal audio playback volume level may differ.
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
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3 min Skip

Tape Operation

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Program 2
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
BLANK
INDEX
FF
Program 2 or BLANK
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
FF
INDEX
Program 2
Program 1
the current tape position Press SEARCH button
INDEX
INDEX
BLANK
BLANK
FF
SEARCH INDEX
PROGRAM END
ENTER INDEX NUMBER :1 USING 1- 9 KEYS
FORWARD SEARCH :FF REVERSE SEARCH :REW NEXT :SEARCH EXIT :STOP
INDEX SEARCH
FORWARD SEARCH :FF REVERSE SEARCH :REW
SEARCH INDEX
PROGRAM END
SEARCH START :FF
EXIT :SEARCH
PLAY
1 2 : 0 0A
M
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
REW
1 2 : 3 0A
M CH 02
0 : 30 : 30
SP
STOP
1 2 : 3 1AM CH 02
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
SP
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF :OFF AUTO VCR/TV :ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
Tape Operation
• Tape Operation
Search System
For each recording, an invisible index mark is placed on the tape. A program index and information are also included for timer recordings. These marks are used to access or scan recordings.
Index Search
1
2
Press SEARCH* to
display SEARCH in Stop or Play mode, and then press NUMBER keys to select recording number.
• To calculate number, see below.
Press FF or REW to start search.
• To cancel, press PLAY or STOP.
To Calculate Index Number
Example 1:
To go to rec. 2 from rec. 4, enter 3 and press REW.
Example 2:
To go to rec. 6 from rec. 2, enter 4 and press FF.
NOTE:
indicates start points of each recording.
Program End Search
Locates end point of recording for continuity.
1
Press SEARCH twice to display SEARCH
in Stop or Play mode.
2
Examples of Program End Search.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
End Point
Upon locating end point,
➛ search continues 7 sec. past end point, ➛ tape rewinds to 10 sec. before end point, ➛ tape plays to end point and stops.
Notes
• If Program End Search is started very close to an index mark, that mark may be skipped over.
• To cancel, press PLAY or STOP.
Press FF to start PROGRAM END SEARCH.
• To cancel, press PLAY or STOP.
End Point
End Point
If search exceeds a few seconds in BLANK area.
Repeat Play
Set to playback a recording over and over.
1 Press ACTION to display menu. 2
Press to select
REPEAT PLAY and
press
to set ON or
OFF.
ON :Play repeats at tape end
or if unrecorded portion over 30 sec. is detected.
3 Press ACTION to return to normal screen.
Zero Search
To quickly return to a specified tape location.
1
Press DISPLAY during play
to display Counter.
2
Continue to record, playback, etc.
3 4
Press STOP.
5
Press RESET COUNTER at desired position to reset to
“0:00:00”.
Press CM/ZERO in Stop mode to start ZERO
SEARCH.
• Unit will go into FF or REW mode and stop at the last point the Counter was set to 0:00:00.
Commercial Skip
VCR fast forwards (skips) over 1~3 minutes of recorded tape.
1
Press CM/ZERO in Play mode.
• Press CM/ZERO repeatedly to change skip time as shown below.
• No indication appears.
Note
• If Index Search is started very close to an index mark, that index mark may not be counted in the search.
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*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
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SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SEL. : REGLER: QUITTER
: ACT I ON
MAGNETO. HORL. CANAL
REPRISE LECTURE
:NON
MESSAGE D’ ERREUR
:OUI
COUPURE AUTO
:NON MAGNETO. /TELE AUTO : OUI
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA : FRANÇAIS
CA SORTIE : 3
ELEGIR
: FIJAR :
SAL
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:
ACT I ON
VCR RELOJ CANAL
REPETICION :INACT AVISO/CONT.REMOTO :ACT APAGADO AUTOMATICO:INACT VCR/TV AUTO :ACT
LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAÑOL
CANAL DE SALIDA :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT HOUR
DST:ON
6 /08 /
2020 0 3
SUN SUN
2 2 : --PM
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL
TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :4
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
IF YOU PRESS ACTION KEY, VCR ’ S OUTPUT CH SWITCHES TO CH 4.
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO CH 4.
C
HANNEL
08 ADDED
C
HANNEL
08 DELE T
ED
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REC
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0 : 25
CH 02
-0 : 1 2 : 3 4 SP
STER
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CH 0 8
1
2
3
125
LINE1
(CABLE)
69
(TV)
or
LINE2

Before Requesting Service

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
CANCEL :
STOP
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
CANCEL :
STOP
BEG I
N END
VCR LOCK ACT I VA
TED
VCR LOCK OFF
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET
WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF
AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF
AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)

Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your VCR.
(BO : refers to “Basic Operations” Instruction book.) (AO : refers to “Advanced Operations” Instruction book.)
Power
No power…
Correction
• Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet.
• Set POWER button to on.
• Make sure power source is active.
Recording & Playback
TV program cannot be recorded...
Correction
• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and TV.
• Check connections selection. (BO p. 4, AO p. 3)
• Make sure your antenna system (CABLE or TV) is correctly set. (Channels [AO p. 12])
• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)
Timer recording cannot be performed…
• Confirm that clock is set to current time and date.
• Make sure Cable/DSS box (if used) is left on and tuned to channel to be recorded.
• Set recording start/stop times correctly. (BO p. 6)
• Make sure VCR POWER button is pressed off. (BO p. 6)
• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power interruption occurs before or during a Timer Recording, even after power is restored.
There is no playback picture, or the playback picture is noisy or contains streaks...
• Select channel 3 or 4 on TV to match VCR output channel (3 or 4) (BO p. 4) or select LINE.
• Set VCR/TV selector to “VCR.”
• Adjust TRACKING control in either direction. (BO p. 3)
• Try Head Cleaning. (BO p. 3)
Special effects playback, picture may contain some vertical jitter when using
• Set TV’s Vertical Hold Control to MANUAL, then adjust.
a TV with an Automatic Vertical Hold Control...
VCR cannot be controlled...
• Make sure VCR power is on.
• Check Remote batteries.
• Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (AO p. 10)
• Make sure Timer Record is not in progress.
Remote Control
VCR cannot be remote controlled...
Correction
• Make sure VCR power is on.
• Make sure Remote is in VCR mode.
• Aim Remote Control directly at remote sensor on VCR. (BO p. 7)
• Avoid any object blocking signal path.
• Check Remote batteries. (BO p. 3)
• Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (AO p. 10)
• Exposing VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or outdoor light may cause signal interference.
ACTION and PROG buttons do not respond...
• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and TV.
• Press VCR button for VCR mode. (AO p. 2)
• Check Remote batteries. (BO p. 3)
Miscellaneous
Programs cannot be viewed on TV...
Correction
• Make sure TV power is on.
• Make sure TV is set to output of VCR.
• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and TV.
• Set VCR/TV selector to “TV.” (BO p. 5, AO p.10)
• Make sure proper signal source is selected.
Video cassette cannot be inserted...
• Insert the cassette with window side up; record tab facing you.
• Check if a tape is already in the unit.
Video cassette cannot be removed... Video cassette ejects when a
recording is started or the power is
• Confirm Power Plug is fully inserted into an AC outlet.
• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)
turned off for timer recording...
In Stop mode, the motor (CYLINDER) continues to rotate...
• To enable Quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about 3 minutes. This reduces response time from Stop to Play mode and from Play to Rewind Search mode.
If you cannot resolve the problem, please call the Customer Call Center for product assistance at 1-800-211-PANA (7262). To locate an authorized servicenter, please call toll free 1-800-211-PANA (7262). or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.com
Connection
(Rear connection shown.)
Playing (Source) VCR Recording (Editing) VCR
1
Insert pre-recorded tape. Insert blank tape with record tab.
2
Press PLAY, then PAUSE/SLOW
3
immediately to enter PLAY/PAUSE mode.
The operation of steps 4 and 5 must be done on both playing and recording VCRs at the same time.
Press PLAY to start dubbing.
4
Playing VCR starts playback.
5
Press STOP to stop dubbing.
To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV
1 Turn your TV on and tune to the
Recording VCR channel (CH3 or CH4).
2 Set the VCR/ TV Selector on the
Recording VCR to “VCR.”
Note
• Dubbing tapes protected with Copy Guard will have poor quality results.
Press INPUT* to set VCR Input mode to LINE1 for Video Input (Rear) or to LINE2 for Video Input (Front). (See “Selecting the Input Mode” below.)
Press REC, then PAUSE/SLOW immediately to enter REC/PAUSE mode.
Press PAUSE/SLOW to start dubbing. Recording VCR starts recording.
Press STOP to stop dubbing.
Selecting the Input Mode
Method 1: Press INPUT repeatedly.
Channel Number
Method 2: Press CH
Display will change as below.
•“L1” or “L2” lights on Multi-Function Display (about 4 sec.) when LINE1 or LINE2 is selected.
• LINE1: For rear audio/video connection. LINE2: For front audio/video connection.
/ .
↔↔
↔ LINE1
↔↔
↔↔
↔ LINE2
↔↔
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Caution : Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be
copyright infringement.
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
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VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SEL. : REGLER: QUITTER
: ACT I ON
MAGNETO. HORL. CANAL
REPRISE LECTURE
:NON
MESSAGE D’ ERREUR
:OUI
COUPURE AUTO
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ACT I ON
VCR RELOJ CANAL
REPETICION :INACT AVISO/CONT.REMOTO :ACT APAGADO AUTOMATICO:INACT VCR/TV AUTO :ACT
LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAÑOL
CANAL DE SALIDA :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT HOUR
DST:ON
6 /08 /
2020 0 3
SUN SUN
2 2 : --PM
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL
TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :4
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
IF YOU PRESS ACTION KEY, VCR ’ S OUTPUT CH SWITCHES TO CH 4.
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO CH 4.
C
HANNEL
08 ADDED
C
HANNEL
08 DELE T
ED
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL TIME
ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT : EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REC
1 2 : 0 0A
M
0 : 25
CH 02
-0 : 1 2 : 3 4 SP
STER
EO SAP M
ONO
CH 0 8

Special VCR Features

VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
CANCEL :
STOP
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
CANCEL :
STOP
BEG I
N END
VCR LOCK ACT I VA
TED
VCR LOCK OFF
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET
WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
SELE
CT :
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF
AUTO VCR/TV : ON IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT
:
SET :
EXIT
:
ACT I ON
REPEAT PLAY : OFF REMOTE WARNING :ON AUTO SHUT
- OFF : OFF
AUTO VCR/TV : ON
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3
• Special VCR Features • Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) • Before Requesting Service

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Remote Warning ON/OFF Feature
If Multi-brand feature is used (page 2), and this feature is set to on, a warning appears whenever an invalid key is pressed in TV mode.
1
Press ACTION to display menu.
2
Press to select
REMOTE WARNING and press
to set ON
or OFF.
• If “OFF,” remote warning will not appear if invalid key is pressed.
Press ACTION to return to normal screen.
3
Auto Shut-Off Feature
The power shuts off at a preset time.
1 Press ACTION to display menu. 2
3
Press ACTION to return to normal screen.
Note
• The shut-off countdown will not function during Play or Record.
VCR/TV Selector Feature
The VCR/TV selection can be set to auto or manual.
1
Press ACTION to display menu.
2
• OFF(Manual): You select “VCR” or “TV”
• ON(Auto): “VCR” mode is automatically
Press ACTION to return to normal screen.
3
Note
• For more on VCR/TV selection, see “Record one station, watch another” and “Select channels on VCR” sections (see p. 5 of Basic Operations book).
Press to select AUTO SHUT-OFF.
Press
repeatedly to change shutoff time as shown below.
Press
to select
AUTO VCR/TV, and press
to set ON
or OFF.
mode using the VCR/TV button on the unit or remote.
set when VCR is turned on, or in Play mode.
Tape Position Display Feature
To find out the present tape position.
Tape position is displayed for VHS-C Cassettes type, tapes under 30 minutes, and some other tapes, but the position is not correct.
1 Press TAPE POSITION
to detect tape position.
DETECTING TAPE POSITION
2
Press TAPE POSITION
to return to normal screen.
Weak Signal Display ON/OFF Feature
When set to “ON,” picture is displayed regardless of signal strength.
1
Press ACTION to display menu.
2
• ON: Picture is displayed even if signal is very weak but quality may be poor.
OFF: Screen turns solid blue when signal
is weak or non-existent.
• Selecting ON has no effect on connected
equipment with blue back feature.
3
Press ACTION to return to normal screen.
VCR Lock Feature
When set to ON, all operations except for timer record and tape eject are prohibited. Useful for households with small children.
• VCR Lock cancels in 24 hours if clock is set.
•“DETECTING TAPE POSITION” only appears the first time a cassette is inserted and it takes several seconds for correct indication to appear.
• The present tape position indication is displayed.
Press
to select
and display CHANNEL.
Press
to select
WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY, and press
to set ON or OFF.
To turn on, hold down REC on the VCR in Stop mode with no tape inserted for 7 sec. (Please ignore the NO CASSETTE warning.)
To turn off, repeat above.
On-Screen Displays (OSD)
Function & Channel Displays
When a function button is pressed, e.g. PLAY, or you change channels, a 5 second display appears.
VCR Status & Clock Displays
To display or remove overlay at right,
➛ press DISPLAY*.
Function Status
Rec Time Remaining
(OTR mode only. See p. 5 of Basic Operations book.)
Broadcast Audio Being Received
Warning and Instruction Displays
OSD
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PRESSING ACTION KEY
TURN VCR OFF FOR TIMER RECORDING
CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB
NO CASSETTE
TO CANCEL TIMER REC PRESS POWER THEN STOP KEY
VIDEO HEADS MAY NEED CLEANING PLEASE INSERT HEAD CLEANING CASSETTE OR REFER TO MANUAL
END :PLAY
VCR LOCK ACTIVATED
If you attempt to set or review a Timer Recording and the Clock is not set...
After a Timer Program has been set...
If you press REC on the remote control or VCR, and a cassette is inserted with no record tab...
If you press PLAY, FF, REW, or REC on the remote control or VCR without a cassette inserted...
If you press POWER or STOP during a Timer Recording... (visible in VCR mode only)
If head cleaning becomes necessary while playing back a tape...
If you press a function button other than STOP/EJECT or POWER while the VCR is in VCR Lock mode...
Blank Tape/ No Video Signal Indications
When blank tape is detected during play, or the current channel has no signal (with Weak Signal Display feature (p. 10) set to OFF), the TV screen will turn solid blue.
Current Time
Tape Speed
(See p. 3 of Basic Operations book.)
These displays will alert you to a missed operation or provide further instructions.
Caution
Page
See page 6 of Basic Operations book
See page 6 of Basic Operations book
See page 3 of Basic Operations book
See page 5 of Basic Operations book
See page 6 of Basic Operations book
See page 3 of Basic Operations book
See page 10
Channel
Counter
REMOTE CONTROL IS SET TO TV MODE
If you press an invalid key on the remote while in TV mode...
See pages 2, 10
USE VCR : VCR KEY
- 10 -
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
- 11 -
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