Panasonic PV-V4612K User Manual

Location of Controls

OUT

IN 1

OUT TO TV

VIDEO

AUDIO

IN FROM ANT.

VHF/UHF

R

L

C

HANNEL

08 ADDED

C

HANNEL

08 DELE T

ED

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPRISE LECTURE : NON
MESSAGE D’ ERREUR

:

OUI

COUPURE AUTO

: NON

LANGUAGE/IDIOMA : FRANÇAIS

CA SORTIE : 3

MAGNETO. C / A HORL. CA

SEL. : REGLER:
QUITTER

: ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

SELE

CT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

SELE

CT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

SELE

CT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :4

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
WEAK

SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

ANTENNA : CABLE

AUTO SET
WEAK

SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL

TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

VCR C

/

A CLOCK CH

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

SELECT HOUR

9 /29 / 20 0 2

SUN 2 : --PM

DST :

ON

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

AUTO CLOCK SET

MANUAL

TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

VCR C

/

A CLOCK CH

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

IF YOU PRESS ACTION
KEY, VCR ’ S OUTPUT CH
SWITCHES TO CH 4.

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
CH 4.

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME

ZONE ADJUST : 0

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

V

C

R

+

REPETICION :

INACT

AVISO/CONT.REMOTO

:ACT

APAGADO AUTOMATICO :

INACT

LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAÑOL

CANAL DE SALIDA :3

VCR C / A RELOJ CA

ELEGIR

: FIJAR :

SAL

I R

:

ACT I ON

Location of Controls

• Location of Controls (Remote Control Buttons, Multi Function Display, Front & Rear View of the VCR )

Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel

Limited Warranty

• Warranty • Servicentre List • Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel • DST

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
[phone]

www.panasonic.ca

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LSQT0538B(Basic Operations-English) - Front

Remote Control Buttons

EJECT

(Ejects tape)

(Illuminates the remote)

POWER

(Turns VCR off/on)

VCR (mode)

(Enables VCR functions)

VCR/TV

(For TV or VCR mode)

PLAY (Plays a tape)/
FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

(Fast forwards tape/ forward
visual search)

REWIND/SEARCH

(Enables DSS/CABLE functions)

(Displays Timer Program screen)

(Enables TV functions)

DSS/CABLE mode

(For LINE or channel)

PROGRAM/VCR+

NUMBER Keys

(Selects channel directly)

(Rewinds tape/ reverse visual
search)

(Adds or deletes a channel)

STOP (Stops tape)

Remote keys

PLAY, STOP, REW, and FF
function as
operation keys when menus
are displayed.

ACTION

(Displays menu)

(Sets Search System /TV channel)

(Displays VCR status)

TAPE POSITION

(Locates tape position)

SEARCH/ ENTER

MOVIE ADVANCE

(Starts Movie Advance)

COUNTER RESET

(Resets counter to zero)

PAUSE/SLOW

(Displays still, frame by frame,
or slow motion picture)

(Changes tape speed)

COMMERCIAL ADVANCE/

(Starts Commercial Advance/

ZERO SEARCH

SAP/Hi-Fi

(Selects audio mode for play
or record)

VOLUME UP/DOWN

(Adjusts TV volume)

(Records a program, etc.)

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

TRACKING/ V-LOCK

(Selects channel/ reduces

picture noise during Play and

Light Tower Universal Remote Control

LIGHT button: When pressed, available buttons light and selected mode button (TV, VCR, or

EJECT button: Press to eject tape. EJECT is not available during recording.

DSS CABLE) flashes 5 seconds. If no button is pressed, light goes out in 5
seconds. Also, hold down a button to confirm the selected mode (mode button
flashes) in the dark.

LIGHT

TV (mode)

INPUT

ADD/DELETE

DISPLAY

SPEED

Zero Search)

RECORD

Slow mode)

Front View of the VCR

Cassette Compartment

POWER

Video
Input
Connector

Audio Input
Connector
(L/R)

CHANNEL UP/DOWN
TRACKING/ V-LOCK

Rear View of the VCR

AC Power Plug

While plugged into an AC
outlet, the VCR consumes

3.0 W of electrical power in
off condition.

Video Input Connector

STOP/EJECT

Remote
Sensor

RECORD

Audio Input Connector
(L/R)

REWIND/
SEARCH

FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH

VHF/UHF Antenna
Input Terminal

VHF/UHF Antenna
Output Terminal

PLAY

Language

1) Press to select

language item.

2) Press

repeatedly.

For English

For Spanish

For French

3) Press ACTION to exit.

VCR’s Output Channel

1) Press to select

“VCR’S OUTPUT CH.”

Press ACTION*

to display MENU.

Channels

1) Press

CHANNEL.

2) Press to select

“ANTENNA,” then

press

your antenna system
(“TV” or “CABLE.”)

3) Press

“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.

to select

to set

to select

.

Clock

1) Press

CLOCK.

to select

Time Zone
Adjust

(Only when Auto Clock
is set.)

1) Press to select

CLOCK.

2) Press to select
“MANUAL,” and press

. (For Auto Clock Set,
select “AUTO CLOCK
SET.”)

2) Press

“TIME ZONE
ADJUST”

(“TIME ZONE ADJUST”

appears only when
auto clock is set.)

and press
subtract or add
hour(s) as necessary.

3) Press ACTION.

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

3) Press and

manually.

to select and set
the date, time, and
DST (Daylight
Saving Time).

4) Press ACTION to

start the Clock and
exit this mode.

Add or Delete a Channel

To add channel:
Select channel with NUMBER keys and

press ADD/DLT.

to select

to

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in
material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a
period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

VHS Video Cassette Recorder – One (1) year, parts and labour

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to
any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for
which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during
shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the
reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product
which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from
coverage under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only.
A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required
before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied
warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance, please contact your

Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at:

Telephone #:
[phone]

For product repairs, please contact one of the following:

• Your Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you.

• Our Customer Care Centre at [phone] or www.panasonic.ca

• A Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below:

Richmond, British Columbia

Panasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way
Richmond, BC V6W 1K8
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Lachine, Québec

Panasonic Canada Inc.
3075, rue Louis A. Amos
Lachine, QC H8T 1C4
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Multi Function Display

Power Indicator

Lights up when power is on.

Timer Indicator

Lights up when the VCR is set for a Timer
Recording, or when One Touch Recording

Video Output
Connector

Audio Output
Connector (L/R)

2) Press

.

3) Press ACTION.

To delete channel:
Select channel with CH

keys and press ADD/DLT.

/ or NUMBER

(OTR) is used.
Flashes when a Timer Recording is set, but
a tape has not been inserted into the VCR.

After 3 seconds

VCR Indicator

Lights up when the
VCR/TV selector is
set to VCR.

Note to CABLE system installer

Clock/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display

Montréal: 3075 Louis A. Amos, Lachine, Québec H8T 1C4 [phone]
Toronto: 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 [phone]
Calgary: 6835 8th Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 7H7 [phone]
Vancouver: 12111 Riverside Way, Richmond, BC V6W 1K8 [phone]

Printed in Indonesia

LSQT0538B
S1201-1052

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K

Displays the current time. Briefly displays VCR
status when a function button is pressed.
Briefly displays the channel number, or “L1” or “L2”
when a channel or line input is selected.
Briefly displays the recording speed when SPEED is
pressed.

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Hi-Fi Indicator

Lights up when Hi-Fi audio is
monitored in Playback Mode.

This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the
NEC in USA (and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) 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.

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• To Make Corrections,

repeat steps 1) ~ 3).

*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

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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CUSTOMER’S RECORD:
Customer Name:
Model Number: Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Dealer’s Name:
Address: Phone Number:

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the
original carton. Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original
purchase.

Panasonic Canada Inc.

Fax #:
[phone]

Calgary, Alberta

Panasonic Canada Inc.

th

6835-8
Calgary, AB T2E 7H7
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

St. N. E.

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Web:
www.panasonic.ca

Mississauga, Ontario

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Dr.
Mississauga, ON L4W 2T3
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

(Basic Operations)

For advanced operations, see the separate
“Advanced Operations” instruction book.

Model No. PV-V4612-K

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards and Precautions .................... 2

Before Using ............................................................ 3

Connections and Initial Setup (Ready to Play) ......... 4

Playback / Record on a Tape ................................... 5

Timer Recording ................................................... 6, 7

Location of Controls ........................................... 9, 10

Reset Language, Channels, Clock,

VCR’s Output Channel .......................................... 11

Limited Warranty .................................................... 12

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured
under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this
product or product model meets the
energy efficiency.

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect,
operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual.

E

NERGY STAR guidelines for

LSQT0538B

DAILY

7

21

31

68 9

SELECT / Selection Order

WEEKLY

(SAT)

WEEKLY

(MON)

WEEKLY

(SUN)

Before Using

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

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC

- NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

DT

START

STOP CH

SPD

13 2 : 00 P

3 : 20P 02

SLP

-- -- : --

-- : -- --

--

--

-- : -- -- : -- --

--

--

-- : -- -- : -- --

--

CANC

EL : ADD /

DLT

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: PROG

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

DATE START

ST

O

P

C

H

SLP

SELECT START DATE

T

ODAY

13 SAT --:-- --:-- --

SELECT :
END : PROG

SET:

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

DT

START

STOP CH

SPD

7 9 7 9 : 0000A 12 12 : 0000A 0808

SP

8

10 : 00P

12 : 00P 02 SP

10

8 : 00P

9 : 00P 10

SP

S

U

9 : 00P 10 : 00P

L1

LP

CANC

EL : ADD /

DLT

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: PROG

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

DATE START

ST

O

P

C

H

SELECT START DATE

T

ODAY

7 SUN 9:

00A 12:

00A 08

SP

SELECT :
END : PROG

SET:

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

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

CANC

EL : ADD /

DLT

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: PROG

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

AUTO CLOCK SET

PROCEEDING

CANCEL : STOP

CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL :

STOP

9 /29 / 20 0 2

SUN 2 : 20P

M

DST :

ON

SETT I NG

: CH

10

AUTO CLOCK SET
C

OMPLETED

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INC

OMPLETE

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELE CT MONTH

DST:ON

1 / /

:

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

SET COMPLETED

DST:ON

9 /29 / 2002 SUN 12:00PM

START :

ACT I ON

SET

:

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

V

C

R

+

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

SELECT CONNECTION

V

CR TV

C

ABLE / D

SS BOX

VCR TV

V

CR CABLE / D

SS BOX TV

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

SELECT CONNECTION

V

CR TV

C

ABLE / D

SS BOX

VCR TV

V

CR CABLE / D

SS BOX TV

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

SELECT CONNECTION

C

ABLE / D

SS BOX OUTPUT

CH

CH 0 1

C

ABLE / D

SS BOX

VCR TV

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

• Important Safeguards • Accessories • Head Cleaning • Loading Batteries • Prevent Tape Erasure • Specifications • Record/Playback Time

Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play)

Playback / Record on a Tape

• Connections • Initial Setup • Clock Set • Select Channel • Playback • Record • Auto Operation

Timer Recording

Timer Recording

• Timer Recording

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

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 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 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 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 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 radiator, 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 a 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.

INSTALLATION

Safety Precautions

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

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the

V4612-K (E) Basic-2 (02-5-7) 2nd.p65 2002/05/07, 14:003

LSQT0538B(Basic Operations-English) - Back

moisture.

user’s authority to operate.

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER

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

2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM

4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

5 USING ACCESSORIES

6 CLEANING THE UNIT

1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF

2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED

3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

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.
Part 1 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, in USA
Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, 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.

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.

MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.

STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by

a qualified service technician before use.

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.

• 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
service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from
electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.

• Never drop or push 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.

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

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 over­spray, 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.

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.

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.

CHECK

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

USING THE VIDEO UNIT

SERVICE

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.

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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

LSSQ0313

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-V4612-K

Batteries 2 “AA”Remote Control

RF Coaxial
Cable

VJAS0196

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 colour
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: 2.7 kg (6.0 lbs).
Dimensions: 430 (W) x 98 (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

16-15/16” (W) x 3-7/8” (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)

/ operates as a

V-Lock control.

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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

Connect cable from Antenna/Cable to

1

➛

➛➛

VCR

➛➛

➛

➛➛

TV

1

VCR’s IN FROM ANT. jack.

2

Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV jack to
TV’s ANT. IN jack with THE included
RF Cable accessory.

➛➛

For DSS/Cable Box

Connect your cable box’s OUT jack

1

➛

➛➛

VCR

➛➛

➛

➛➛

TV

2

to the VCR’s IN FROM ANT. jack with
an RF cable.

Connect VCR’s OUT TO TV jack to

2

TV’s ANT. IN jack with THE included
RF Cable accessory.

2

WARNING

Over tightening “Nut type” RF coaxial cables
may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.

1

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”
(p. 11).

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.

4 SELECT CONNECTION screen is

displayed.

■■

■

If ANT./Cable

(

■■

press
“VCR

press

■■

■

(If DSS/Cable Box

■■

press to select “CABLE/DSS BOX
VCR

TV” and press to set.

Verify the output channel of your
cable box or DSS receiver and press

to select and to enter that

channel number.

➛➛

➛

➛➛

VCR

➛➛

TV connection,)

➛

➛➛

* to select “VCR TV”, or

CABLE/DSS BOX TV”, and

to set.

➛➛

➛➛

➛

➛

VCR

➛➛

TV connection,)

➛➛

3Settings 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.

aPress ACTION on remote to display

bPress to select the month and

to set. In the same manner, select and
set the date, year, time, and DST
(Daylight Saving Time).

CLOCK screen.

cPress ACTION to start clock, and go to

step 4 above.

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Playback a Tape

1 Insert a tape.

• Loose or peeling labels
may cause tape jam.

2

Press PLAY to play tape.

• If tape has no rec. tab (p. 3), auto play begins.

Record on a Tape

1

Insert a tape with a record tab (p. 3).

2 Press CH

select the channel

to

• For “LINE” input, see p. 9 of “Advanced
Operations” book.

• If recording from a channel over 100, first

or NUMBER keys

.

press 100 key then the other 2 digits.

Special Features During Play

3

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

Press SPEED

to select record speed (p. 3).

4

Press REC

to start recording.

• To edit, press PAUSE/SLOW to pause,
and again to resume recording.

5

Press STOP to stop recording.

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.

One Touch Recording

(record in progress)

Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:
30 min.

➛ 1 hr. ➛ 1:30 ➛ 2:00 ➛ 3:00

➛ 4:00 ➛ exit.

The VCR shuts off at the length set.

Record one station, watch another

Press VCR/TV

(“VCR” goes out on Multi Function Display),

➛ select channels on TV (recording continues).

Select channels on VCR (in STOP or
PAUSE mode)

Press VCR/TV

(“VCR” lights up on Multi Function Display),

➛ select channels on VCR.

Notes

• Watching one channel and recording
another is not possible when using Cable
Box or DSS Receiver.

• After 5 minutes in Pause mode, VCR stops
to protect the tape and the video heads.

• 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

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,

➛ Tape end ➛ Rewind

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

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Timer Recording

1 1) Press PROG/VCR+* button.

2) Press

2

3

4

Press POWER off to set the timer Recording. (“TIMER” lights on Multi Function Display.)

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
cancelled. 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.

to display program screen.

1) Set record DATE,
press

to select:

Example

Today

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/VCR+ button to end programming.

To Enter More Programs
Press

press

to select and

to set an unused program.

Then repeat step 2.
Or, press PROG/VCR+ button to exit.

Important notes when using DSS receiver

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Review, Replace, or Clear Program

(Recording is not in progress)

a 1) Press PROG/VCR+ button.

2) Press

to select LIST.

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

b

To Replace program...

c

Press to select

desired program.

Function Display.)

1) Press to display.

2) Repeat Step 2

(page 6) to set
new programs.

or

To Clear program...

Press ADD/DLT.

d Press PROG/VCR+ button to end the

programming.

*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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REC

1 2 : 0 0A

M

0 : 25

CH 02

-0 : 1 2 : 3 4
SP

STER

EO
SAP
M

ONO

CH 0 8

BEG I

N END

VCR LOCK ACT I VA

TED

VCR LOCK OFF

OFF

2 Hours

4 Hours

6 Hours

1

2

3

125

LINE1

(CABLE)

69

(TV)

or

LINE2

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)Before Requesting Service

REPEAT PLAY :OFF

REMOTE WARNING :ON

AUTO SHUT

-

OFF :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON

AUTO SHUT

-

OFF :OFF

IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET

WEAK

SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF

CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT

:

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

REPEAT PLAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT

- OFF :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

VCR C / A CLOCK CH

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR
(HiFi)

IN FROM ANT.

OUT TO TV

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

TV

VHF/UHF

R
L

R
L

R

L

R

VCR
(HiFi)

CLEAR : ADD/DLT
SELE

CT

: SET:

EXIT

: ACT I ON

GUIDE CH RECEIVE CH

01

--

02

--

03

--

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

CLEAR : ADD/DLT
SELE

CT

: SET:

EXIT

: ACT I ON

GUIDE CH RECEIVE CH

01

--

02

--

03

--

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
WEAK

SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

SELECT :
EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL

ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
WEAK

SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP

VCR Plus+ CH SET UP

SELE

CT :

SET :

EXIT

:

ACT I ON

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER

USING 0 - 9 KEYS

-

SELECT :
EXIT

:

PROG

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER

USING 0

-

9 KEYS

BACKSPACE

:

END

: PROG

1

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

ONCE

DAILY

(MON-FRI)

WEEKLY

SELECT :
END

: PROG

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

SELECT :
END

: PROG

DATE START

ST

O

P

C

H

SLP

SET:

SELECT RECORD SPEED

13 SA

T 2:20P 3:20P 02

TODA

Y

VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST

DT

START

STOP CH

SPD

13 13 2 : 00 P

3 : 20P 02

SLP

-- -- : --

-- : -- --

--

--

-- : -- -- : -- --

--

--

-- : -- -- : -- --

--

CANC

EL : ADD /

DLT

SELECT :

SET :

EXIT

: PROG

Special VCR Features

• Special VCR Features • Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) • Before Requesting Service

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Timer Recording Using VCR Plus+ System

• Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel • DST • On-Screen Displays (OSD)

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…

Recording & Playback

TV program cannot be recorded...

Timer recording cannot be
performed…

There is no playback picture, or the
playback picture is noisy or contains
streaks...

During special effects playback,
picture may contain some vertical jitter
when using a TV with an Automatic
Vertical Hold Control...

VCR cannot be controlled...

Remote Control

VCR cannot be remote controlled...

ACTION and PROG/VCR+ buttons do
not respond...

Miscellaneous

Programs cannot be viewed on TV...

Video cassette cannot be inserted...

Video cassette cannot be removed...

Video cassette ejects when a
recording is started or the power is
turned off for timer recording...

In Stop mode, the motor (CYLINDER)
continues to rotate...

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive,
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
[phone]

www.panasonic.ca

V4612-K (E) Advanced-1 (02-5-7) 2nd.p65 2002/05/07, 14:011

LSQT0539B(Advanced Operations-English) - Front

Correction

• Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet.

• Set POWER button to on.

• Make sure power source is active.

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 [BO p. 11])

• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)

• 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.

• 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)

• Set TV’s Vertical Hold Control to MANUAL, then adjust.

• Make sure VCR power is on.

• Check Remote batteries.

• Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (AO p. 10)

• Make sure Remote is in proper mode. (AO p. 2)

• Make sure Timer Record is not in progress.

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. 10)

• 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.

• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and
TV.

• Press VCR button for VCR mode. (AO p. 2)

• Check Remote batteries. (BO p. 3)

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)

• Make sure proper signal source is selected.

• Insert the cassette with window side up; record tab facing

you.

• Check if a tape is already in the unit.

• Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet.

• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)

• 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.

Montréal: 3075 Louis A. Amos, Lachine, Québec H8T 1C4 [phone]
Toronto: 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 [phone]
Calgary: 6835 8th Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 7H7 [phone]
Vancouver: 12111 Riverside Way Richmond, BC V6W 1K8 [phone]

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Printed in Indonesia

LSQT0539B

S1201-1052

K

Connection

(Rear connection shown.)

Front of VCR

VIDEO IN 2

(Front Audio L/R Video IN jacks
are also provided)

Connect VIDEO OUT jack on Playing VCR to VIDEO IN jack on Recording VCR.

1

To monitor the dubbing, also connect a TV as shown.

Connect AUDIO L/R OUT jacks on Playing VCR to AUDIO L/R IN jacks on Recording VCR.

2

L-AUDIO IN2-R

In place of a Playing VCR, you can use other equipment, such as a Camcorder.
Simply connect the unit’s Audio/Video outputs to the Recording VCR.

Playing (Source) VCR Recording (Editing) VCR

1

Insert pre-recorded tape. Insert blank tape with record tab.

2

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 PLAY, then PAUSE/SLOW

3

immediately to enter PLAY/PAUSE mode.

Press REC, then PAUSE/SLOW
immediately to enter REC/PAUSE mode.

The operation of steps 4 and 5 must be done on the 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.”

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

/ .

↔↔

↔ LINE1

↔↔

↔↔

↔ LINE2

↔↔

Display will change as below.

Note

• Dubbing tapes protected with Copy
Guard will result in poor quality
recording.

•“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.

Caution : Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be

copyright infringement.

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Tape Position Display Feature

To find out the present tape position.

Tape position is displayed for VHS-C type

Weak Signal Display ON/OFF Feature

When set to “ON,” picture is displayed
regardless of signal strength.

Cassettes, tapes under 30 minute long, and
some other tapes, but the position is not
correct.

1

Press ACTION to display menu.

1 Press TAPE POSITION

to detect tape position.

DETECTING TAPE POSITION

•“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.

2

• ON: Picture is displayed despite signal
condition and may be of poor quality.

Press

and display CHANNEL.

Press

WEAK SIGNAL
DISPLAY, and press

to set ON or OFF.

OFF: Screen turns solid blue when signal

2

Press TAPE POSITION

to return to normal screen.

is weak or non-existent.

• Selecting ON has no effect on connected

equipment with blue back feature.

3

Remote Warning ON/OFF Feature

Press ACTION to return to normal screen.

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, DSS,
Cable mode.

1

Press ACTION to display menu.

2

Press

REMOTE WARNING
and press

to select

to set ON

or OFF.

• If “OFF,” remote
warning will not appear
if invalid key is pressed.

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.

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.

Auto Shut-Off Feature

The power shuts off at a preset time.

• VCR Lock cancels in 24 hours if clock is set.

1 Press ACTION to display menu.

2

Press

AUTO SHUT-OFF.
Press
change shut-off time as
shown below.

Press ACTION to return to normal screen.

3

Note

• The shut-off countdown will not
function during Play or Record.

*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

to select

repeatedly to

- 10 -

REC

to select

to select

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.

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.

VCR Status & Clock Displays

To display or remove
overlay at right,

➛ press DISPLAY*.

Warning and Instruction Displays

Function Status

Rec Time Remaining

(OTR mode only.
See p. 5 of Basic
Operations book.)

Broadcast Audio
Being Received

Current Time

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

OSD Caution

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

REMOTE CONTROL IS SET
TO CABLE/DSS MODE

USE VCR : VCR KEY

REMOTE CONTROL IS SET
TO TV MODE

USE VCR : VCR KEY

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...

If you press an invalid key on the
remote while in CABLE/DSS mode...

If you press an invalid key on the
remote while in TV mode...

*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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Channel

Counter

Tape Speed

(See p. 3 of Basic
Operations book.)

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

See pages 2, 10

See pages 2, 10

VCR Plus+ System is ...

This feature sets most items of a Timer Recording when you enter a PlusCode programming
number found in TV GUIDE and selected newspaper TV listings.

Initial Setup.....

To use VCR Plus+ system, clock and channels must be set (p. 4 of “Basic Operations” book).

Channel Setup.....

Broadcast/ cable stations are assigned a VCR Plus+ (GUIDE CH) number. See the Channel
Listing (directory) page of TV GUIDE, etc. In the Channel Setup below, you will be entering your
local channel number (RECEIVE CH) for each GUIDE CH number.
Example : If NBC’s assigned GUIDE CH is 05, and your TV received NBC on channel 04, you would

enter 04 across from GUIDE CH 05 in step 3 of “VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup”.

VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup

For [VCR-TV] or [VCR-cable box-TV] connection only.

You’ll need a local TV channel listing (e.g. TV
GUIDE) which includes the assigned VCR Plus+
numbers.

1

Press ACTION

to display menu, and

Press

VCR Plus+ System Programming

Press PROG/VCR+ button to display PROGRAM.

1
2

Press to select

display VCR Plus+
screen.

to select CHANNEL.

Press NUMBER keys

to enter PlusCode
number and press
PROG/VCR+ button
to set.

To Make Corrections,

repeatedly

press

to delete number, then
repeat step 3.

Press

to select
ONCE, DAILY
(MON~FRI), or WEEKLY
recording frequency and

press PROG/VCR+

button to set.

2

3

Press

to select VCR Plus+ CH
SET UP, and press
set.

Press

to right, press

to move cursor

to

enter number, press
set, press

to scroll

up/down.

• Repeat step 3 until list
is complete.

to

to

3

• If the PlusCode
number entered
begins with “0,” skip
to step 5. Display in
step 4 will not appear.

4

• Leave line blank if
station is not received
or if GUIDE and
RECEIVE CHs are the
same.

To Make Corrections,
press

and to move to error, then to

change, or ADD/DLT to erase number.

4 Press ACTION twice to end setup.

5

Press

recording speed and

press

Press PROG/VCR+

button to end program.

6

Press POWER off to set timer Recording.

7

(“TIMER” lights on Multi Function Display.)

Press PROG/VCR+
button again to exit.

• Press ADD/DLT

to delete the program.

to change

to set.

Do normal Timer Record if...

• PlusCode number is not listed for program.

• program (e.g. sports event) may run over set stop time.

See page 6 of “Basic Operations” book to:

• cancel a timer recording in progress.

• review, replace, or clear program contents.

Important for DSS/Cable Box Users

• When recording via DSS, the receiver must be left on. When recording via cable or antenna, DSS
receiver must be off.

• When recording via a cable box, leave box on and tuned to channel to be recorded.

Notes

• Do not overlap program times.

• See “Important for DSS/Cable Box Users” above.

• Make each entry within 1 minute or VCR exits setup.

• Once VCR Plus+ channel setup is done, channels stay in memory. If there’s a power outage,

channel setup may be lost. Please do channel setup again.

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Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

(Advanced Operations)

For Basic operations, see the separate
“Basic Operations” instruction book.

Model No. PV-V4612-K

Table of Contents

Multi-Brand Control Feature ..................................... 2

Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS) ....................... 3

MTS Broadcast / VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System .............4

Tape Operation ................................................ 5, 6, 7

Before Requesting Service ...................................... 8

Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ................................ 9

Special VCR Features ............................................ 10

On-Screen Displays (OSD) .................................... 11

Timer Recording Using VCR Plus+ System ...........12

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured
under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this
product or product model meets the
energy efficiency.

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect,
operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual.

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NERGY STAR guidelines for

LSQT0539B