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VIDEO Link | SUPER DRIVE
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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this
product, please read these instructions completely.
VQT7871
Dear Customer
May we take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Video Cassette Recorder.
We would particularly advise that you carefully study the Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and that
you note the listed precautions.
As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a
well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a
confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
Caution for AC Mains Lead
For your safety please read the following
text carefully
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin mains
plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that
the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-amperes and it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362.
Check for the ASTA mark <> or the BSI mark Ÿ on the
body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until
a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
local Panasonic Dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT
OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER
OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF
PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code
as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician,
IMPORTANT
Your attention is drawn to the fact that the recording of
pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or
broadcast material may infringe copyright laws,
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
E DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. There are
no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
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The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance о
with the following code: -
Blue: Neutral 1
Brown: Live .
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this 3
appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to
the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or Le
coloured BLACK. |
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to
the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or
coloured RED. |
Under no circumstances should either of these wires be 7
connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug, 5
marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol —. ;
How to replace the Fuse -
® There are two types of the AC mains lead assembly: ©
(a) and (8) as shown below. :
1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver. |
2 Replace the fuse and fuse cover.
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Press the VCR-ON/OFF button to switch the VCR from on
to standby mode or vice versa. In the standby mode, the
VCR is still connected to the mains.
VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+
system is manufactured under license from Gemstar
Development Corporation.
Contents
Safety Information
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Quick Start Guide
Checking the Accessories/
Preparing the Remote Control ............——.=m=e== ==... EHE 4
Connecting the VCR tO à TV …....……eccersasssssssssseenenees rar nan racoues 5
Connecting the VCR to a Satellite Receiver and a TV 6
Auto Setup (ForTV without Q Link Functions) ................... 7
Removing Interference ........—--=.-——_.=.==e_e...eeee e Y
Checking the Settings for Auto Setup ..............—————.———... 10
Connections and Preparations for a TV Equipped
with the Q Link Function cocina 11
Connecting the YCR to a Decoder ..........e nennen 14
Setting after Connecting the VCR to a Satellite
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Video Plus+ PlusCodes for a Satellite Receiver (If
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| Controls and Layout
Controls and Layout of the VCR ...........——e——..-— e. 20
Controls and Layout of the Remote Control ......... e... 21
e Child Lock Function... eee RI IA 22
Setting the Remote Control to OperateYour TV .............. 24
Playback
Playback ...............mesriescececcrie riera ananr rene ne cenenee o nes 26
Other Playback and Convenient Functions ............c........ 27
SE ~ Recording
Recording ........ e... .......ieeeeeenererneneaneone nave au dada NES NEA TESTS 30
Timer Recording
Timer Recording .............=e.. enero enacanm anne eres
e Programming with the Video Plus+ Function ...............
e Programming with the On Screen Display .................
Timer Recording and Other Convenient Functions
Checking, Changing or Cancelling
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Convenient One Touch Recording Function
(OTR Recording) ...............—...........emeeemecerrreccnenaner TEE Erecemo
Advanced Operations
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Manual Setup
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Restarting the Auto Setup or Download (Q Link} .............
Resetting the VCR to the Shipping Condition...................
Changing the Owner ID ...................….…..…..…ucsssenesesssnnrenceennenne
Setting the VCR’s ClOCK cavemen rnin,
Other Convenient FUNCLIONS ...u...…1…v…ccsrrenseneenenemeen resume
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® Settings for the Main Menu Item “Functions” .............4..
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Specifications .......
Checking the Accessories/
Preparing the Remote Control
Check that you have the accessories shown below [+].
| | Operating Instructions
VQT7871
[_} Quick Start Guide
VQC3381
[ 1 Guarantee Card
| | Satellite Receiver List
VQC3376
| | Remote Control
VEQ2221
® The service life of the batteries is
approximately 1 year. However, it
varies considerably depending on
the frequency of use.
e When they are exhausted, replace
them with two AA, UM3, or R6 size
batteries.
| | Batteries for the Remote Control
R6 size
| | AC Mains cable
VJAO733-C, VJA0940 or VJA1022
e When you replace the fuse, refer to page 2.
RF Coaxial cable to connect VCR and TV
VJA0728-A, VJAO963-A or VJA1089
Inserting Remote Control Batteries
O Slide off the battery cover.
Insert the batteries with the
polarity (® and ©)
correctly aligned.
Replace the battery cover.
Notes for Battery Replacement:
® \When the batteries are exhausted,
remove them immediately and dispose
of them correctly.
® Make sure that the batteries are
inserted with the polarity ((H and O)
correctly aligned.
e Do not mix old battery with new battery.
e Do not mix different battery types, Le.
Alkaline and Manganese.
® Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd)
batteries.
® Do not heat or short-circuit the
batteries.
e When you do not use the remote
control for a long time, take out the
batteries and store them in a cool, dry
place,
Connecting the VCR to aTV
Method 1 If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using only RF coaxial cable, then follow the steps
below,
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socket
After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page. (Page 7)
then follow the steps below.
If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using RF coaxial cable and 21-pin Scart cable,
or Method 2
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. watch TV channels even if
Note: | 21-pin Scart cable is used
If a Panasonic Q Link TV is used then to connect VCR to TV.
connect the AV1 Scart socket on the YCR
to the AV? Scart socket on the TV. If your
TV is not a Panasonic Q Link TV, please
consult your TV's operating instructions
After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 7) for TV without Q Link, proceed to
page 12 for Q Link type TV.
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Connecting the VCR to a
Satellite Receiver and a TV
M h d 1 If you are connecting your VCR to a Satellite Recetver and a TV using only RF coaxial cables,
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Satellite Receiver (not supplied) — Aerial Input socket
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After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page. (Page 7)
After completing the above connections, proceed to the Satellite Setting page. (Page15)
If you are connecting your VCR to a Satellite Receiver and a TV using RF coaxial cables
Or Method 2. and 21-pin Scart cables, then foliow the steps below.
21-pin Scart socket (VCR) Aerial (not supplied)
21-pin Scart socket (TV)
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Satellite Receiver (not supplied)
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AC Input “Nk
AV2 socket
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socket on the VCR to the AV2 Scart socket on the TV. If your| -— "equired il the Scart cable is used to
. TV is not Q Link
TV is not a Panasonic Q Link TV, please consuit your TV's type. connect VCR to TV.
operating instructions
After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 7) for TV without Q Link, proceed to
page 12 for Q Link type TV.
After completing the above connections, proceed to the Satellite Setting page. (Page 15)
Auto Setup (For TV without Q Link Functions)
Ensure that
e if a satellite receiver is also connect ensure that it it is switched ON.
e set the satellite receiver to either “SKY ONE” or “SKY NEWS”,
Set the VCR/TV switch to "VCR".
O Connect the VCR to an AC mains socket and turn it on.
e The VCR display flashes and after a few minutes, the VCR display stops flashing
and displays the RF output channel number.
VCR Display
Indication when the VCR is Indication when the RF output
switched on channel is 28 (example)
O Select an unoccupied programme position on your TY and tune it to the RF output
channel number determined in step @ above until the indication shown below is
received clearly.
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picture, you may need to change the
RF output channel. To do this, follow
Auto-Setup
the instructions on page 9.
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with a Scart cable (Q Link or auto- Pe
switching) then this screen will appear To set Owner ID
automatically and this step is optional. press EXIT button
Indication when Auto Setup is complete
© Press the EXIT button on the VCR remote control.
O The Owner ID menu appears. (You can enter the
identification information now or do it later).
PIN menbrr:
Plinio:
OQ Press the Cursor button (P) and the Numeric buttons Houso NO:
to enter a 4-digit PIN number. нее
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@ Press the OK button twice. The cursor moves to “Name”.
@ Press the Cursor button (M»).
© Press the Cursor buttons (A Y <>) to select a letter
and then press the OK button. Repeat this to
enter the name.
© Enter House No. and Postcode in the same way.
TV screen
D Press the EXIT button again if you don’t want to set
the Owner ID at this stage.
e The picture of BBC 1 will appear. Your VCR is now
ready for use.
(continued on the next page)
Auto Setup
Continued...
Hints:
If the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup has
finished, this indicates that the VCR was not able to set
the clock automatically. Follow the operation guide on
the On Screen Display to set the clock manually. (See
page 55
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We advise that you check whether the stations have all
been found in the correct order. This is important for Video
Plus+ to work correctly. To display the list of tuned TV
stations, see page 10.
Positions 5 and 6 may differ from the example shown.
If Channel 5 is received, it is usually found on programme
position 5 and a connected satellite receiver on
programme position 6.
If Channel 5 is not received but a satellite receiver is
connected, then the satellite receiver is found on
programme position 5.
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Removing Interference
TY screen
The picture with interference
In some cases, interference (lines or patterning) may be
seen on the TV when playing back a video cassette. If
this happens, follow the steps below to change the
video playback channel (RF output channel) to remove
the interference.
VCR display
O Setthe VCR/TV switch to “VCR”.
OQ Press the MENU button for more than 5 seconds. The
RF output channel number is displayed on the VCR Indication when the RF output
display. channel is 28 (example)
On Screen Display
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© Press the numeric buttons or use the Channel button
(Y) or (A) to select a channel number which differs
by 2 or 3 from the automatically set channel number.
(For example, if the original channel number was 28, Indication after changing
enter 31.) the RF output channel to 31
e Set ihe RF output channel of the VCR to “——” (RF (example)
OFF) when the VCR is connected to the TV via the
21-pin Scart cable.
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(RF OFF)
O Retune your TV until you receive the Test pattern
indication. Press the OK button to conclude the setting. Panasonic
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O Press the MENU button to display the OSD Main
menu on the TV screen.
LND O Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y <>) to select “Tuning”
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stations and confirm that all available TV stations
have been set correctly.
To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (a).
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menu.
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“Tuning”, and then “Manual”.
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stations.
Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y <>) to select the
programme position whose station name and/or
channel number you want to change.
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Press the OK button to display the Manual
Press the Cursor buttons ( A Y <>) to enter the
correct station name and channel number.
Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
Press the MENU button.
Press the EXIT button to exit the On Screen
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Connections and Preparations for aTV
Equipped with the Q Link Function
Connections and preparations for a TV equipped with the Q Link*' function and equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket.
For the connections and preparations for a TV equipped with the “DATA LOGIC*”, “Easy Link*, “Megalogic*” or
“SMARTLINK*” function and with a 21-pin Scart socket, also read from this page.
For details about the connections, also read TV's operating instructions.
Be sure to keep both the TY and VCR switched off until atl connections have been made.
For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.
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Connect the aerial lead to the VCR's Aerial Input socket (RF IN).
Connect the supplied RF coaxial cable to the YCR's Aerial Output socket (RF CUT) and to the TV's Aerial input socket.
Connect the TY to an AC mains socket.
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convenient functions such as automatic copying of the *“Megalogic” is a registered trademark of Grundig.
tuning position of all available TV stations (in the same **SMARTLINK” is a registered trademark of Sony.
order as they are programmed on the TV) into your VCR's For details, refer to your TV's operating instructions or
memory (this is called Download) if you connect the VCR consult your dealer.
to your TV with a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable (not
supplied). Depending on the manufacturer, the equivalent — e Unlike in most commercially sold 21-pin Scart cables, in
of the Q Link function has a different name and may not fully-wired 21-pin Scart cables all 21 pins of one plug are
work exactly the same. connected to the matching pin of the plug on the other
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Automatically Copying the Tuning Position of All Available
TV Stations in the Same Order from the TV on to the VCR
(Preset Download Function)
The Preset Download function automatically copies the tuning position of all available TV stations into the VCR’s memory when
you connect the VCR using a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable to a TV equipped with the Q Link function.
A-1 To simultaneously set up this VCR with a new TV, follow the operation steps explained below.
A-2 To set up this VCR with a TV already in use, follow the operation steps explained on the next page.
A-1 To Simultaneously Set Up this VCR with a New TV
If you have purchased the VCR and the TV at the same time, perform the following
operations:
Perform the following operation steps exactly as described to ensure that the Preset
Download function works correctly.
+ First of all, make sure that the VCR is switched off.
O Switch the TV on.
The TV starts to tune all available TV stations and to
adjust the clock.
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When Download has finished, the screen for the
Owner ID setting menu appears. Press the Cursor
button (») and the Numeric buttons to enter a 4-digit
PIN number.
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* In the operation A-1, if you accidentally switch on the VCR @ Press the OK button © twice. Downloading of the
- before the TV, downloading of the setup data from the TV setup data from the TV to the VCR starts.
“may not be performed correctly. in this case, follow the © When the programme position “1” and the current
À operation steps below. time appear in the VCR display, downloading is
> (M Wait until the Auto Setup is complete on both the TV complete.
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- 6) Press the MENU button ( to display the OSD Main If you use a Panasonic TV and perform the operation step
A menu on the TV screen. © above, starting the downloading of the setup data will ©
; @ Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y <>) 6) to select automatically display the Download indication. However, in
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may not appear. In this case, select the AV input on your
TV if you want to see the Download indication.
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TV Equipped with the Q Link Function
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Set the VCR/T Y switch to “VCR”,
Press the Power button (() to switch the VCR on.
Downloading of the setup data staris automaticaily.
When Download has finished, the Owner ID setting
menu appears. Press the Cursor button (») and the
Numeric buttons to enter a 4-digit PIN number.
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Press the OK button twice. The cursor moves to
“Name”.
OQ Press the Cursor button (I).
© Press the Cursor buttons (A Y <>) to select a letter
and then press the OK button. Repeat this to enter
the name.
© Enter House No. and Postcode in the same way.
D Press the EXIT button to make the On Screen
Display disappear.
To Display the Owner ID setting menu
Keep the EJECT button pressed for more than 5 seconds.
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Connecting the VCR to a Decoder
To connect this VCR to a decoder, make the connections shown in the illustration below.
For the connection to the TV, see page 5 or 11.
For details about the connection, also read the operating instructions of the decoder.
Be sure to keep the VCR, TV and decoder switched off until you have finished all connections.
For your safety, do not connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.
To Connect the VCR to a Decoder
AY? socket
Decoder (not supplied)
21-pin Scart socket
21-pin Scart cable
To an AC mains socket (not supplied)
© Connect a 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) to the AV2 21-pin Scart socket [AV2 (DECODER/EXT)] on the VCR and to
the 21-pin Scart socket on the decoder,
O Connect the decoders mains lead to an AC mains socket.
© Set “AV?” to DECODER”.
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is the setting for “AV2" to “DECODER”. Follow the operations AV1 socket on this VCR, and a decoder equipped with RGB x
7 below: output capability to the AV2 socket, the TV can receive RGB =
Press the MENU button to display the Main menu on signal input from the decoder via the VCR. -
the TV screen.
Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y <>) to select
“Functions”, “AV2”, and “VCR/SAT” in this order.
Press the Cursor buttons (A ¥) to set to “DECODER”.
Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
Press the EXIT button to make the On Screen Display
disappear.
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Receiver
The connection method differs depending on the type of your satellite receiver.
A If the satellite receiver is not equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket, make the connections as explained on page 6
(Method 1).
B If the satellite receiver is equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket, make the connections as explained on page 6
(Method 2).
For details about the connection, also read the satellite receiver's operating instructions.
A Connecting the Satellite Receiver is Not Equipped with a 21-pin Scart Socket
After completing the connection, proceed to the Satellite Setting on pages 16 —19.
B Connecting the Satellite Receiver is Equipped with a 21-pin Scart Socket
When you connect the satellite receiver to AV2 21-pin Scart socket [AV2 (DECODER/EXT)] on this VCR, you need to change
the setting for “AV2” to “VCR/SAT”.
Follow the operations below.
(1) Press the MENU button to display the Main menu on the TV screen.
© Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y <>) to select “Functions”, “AV2”, and “DECODER” in this order.
(3) Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y) to set to "VCR/SAT”.
(4) Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
(5) Press the EXIT button to make the On Screen Display disappear.
After this setting, proceed to the Satellite Setting on pages 17-19.
; Notes:
- e How to install the satellite receiver e When VCR is connected to the satellite receiver with an
- Carefully observe the following points so that you can RF coaxial cable (without 21-pin Scart cable), the RF
control the satellite receiver from the VCR. output channel of the receiver should be adjusted away
(1) Place the satellite receiver on top of the VCR. from the RF output channel of the VCR, which may be
@ Move the satellite receiver back a few centimetres so used by the VCR during Auto Setup, to avoid interference
that infra-red signals emitted from the top of the VCR's on VCR picture. (Refer to your satellite receiver's
front panel can be received by the satellite receiver. instruction book.) Also select “SKY ONE” or “SKY NEWS”
on the satellite receiver to ensure reliable tuning before
starting the Auto Setup.
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Entering Satellite Channels on the VCR
(Satellite tuning)
If you have connected the satellite receiver to the VCR with the RF coaxial cable
(without 21-pin Scart cable), you need to tune the VCR to the satellite TV stations.
Follow the operations below.
These setting are not necessary when the 21-pin Scart cable has been used for the
connection. (In this case, proceed to pages 17-19.)
© Setthe VCR/TV switch to "VCR"
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Q Press the Numeric buttons to enter the number of the
channel of the desired satellite TV station. Tuning
If the number is already entered, performing this Namo
operation and step @ is not necessary. Channal
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To exit the On Screen Display:
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- e |f your TV is equipped with the Q Link function and you have performed Download,
-. change the names of the channels on which you receive satellite TV stations on
the TV to “SAT __* instead of performing the operations explained on this page
(also read the operating instructions of the TV). After performing this step,
Download is performed again automatically, and the names of the satellite
channels on the VCR are also changed to “SAT __ “.
® “SAT “isa special term. Enter it only when a satellite receiver is connected.
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Setting after Connecting the VCR to a Satellite
Receiver Continued...
To Prepare the VCR for Remote-controlled
Operation of the Satellite Receiver
(Setting the Tuner Type)
This VCR lets you change the programme position on the satellite receiver and
programme timer recordings of satellite programmes — all with this VCR’s remote
control. This is called “satellite control”.
To enable the VCR to control the satellite receiver, you need to set the tuner type of
your satellite receiver. You can find the tuner type numbers on the enclosed list of
compatible satellite receivers. However, if your satellite receiver is not included in this
list, it cannot be remote-controlled via this VCR.
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type” and “1” in this order.
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To exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button.
Hint:
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- not possible to change the satellite programme position here. if you want to
change it, refer to page 49.
Note:
If your satellite receiver is not included in the list of compatible satellite receivers,
this VCR cannot control it.
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Setting after Connecting the VCR to a Satellite
Receiver Continued...
To Prepare the Satellite Receiver
To make it possible for the VCR to control the satellite receiver, the satellite receiver
must be left in a certain condition. This condition is called standby type, and it differs
depending on the make and model of satellite receiver. There are five standby types (A,
B, C, D, E) as listed below.
Find your satellite receiver in the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers and note
its standby type. Then look up this standby type in the chart below and determine which
action(s) you need to take to prepare your satellite receiver so that this VCR can control
it.
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Type A B С D E
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Action (1). Switch the satellite receiver on.
Action O): Twin-tuner type satellite receiver: Select on the tuner which is connected to
the VCR.
(Please also refer to the satellite receiver's operating instructions.)
Action @: Switch the satellite receivers channel display to the 2-digit display mode.
To Check that the Satellite Channels Can Be
Selected Correctly
OQ Setthe VCR/TV switch to “VCR”.
O Press the Numeric buttons to select the satellite channel.
Example:
SAT SAT
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control to check that the satellite programmes can be selected correctly and
timer recordings of satellite broadcast can be performed correctly.
e With some satellite receivers, correct control from the VCR may not be possible.
e There may be a slight delay between pressing the Numeric buttons on the
remote control and the changing of the channel on the satellite receiver. This is
due to the need for signal conversion.
e The range of satellite channels available for selection is 1 through 99.
e Some satellite receivers offer less than 99 channels. In this case, the number of
the satellite channels that can be controlled from the VCR is the same.
e Some satellite receivers offer more than 99 satellite channels, but even in this
case, only the satellite channels 1 through 99 can be controlled from the VCR,
e With some satellite receivers, it is necessary to wait a few seconds between
selecting one channel and selecting another one with the remote control of the
VCR.
e |f the display on the satellite receiver does not indicate the channels, refer to its
operating instructions and follow the procedure for displaying the channels.
Video Plus+ PlusCodes for a
Satellite Receiver (If Connected)
To enable your VCR to recognize Video Plus+ PlusCodes for each satellite station, you need to follow the instructions below. It
is important that you do this before trying to make a timer recording using Video Plus PlusCode for any satellite programme.
This involves setting some dummy timer recordings from Video Plus+ PlusCodes then deleting them afterwards.
O Setthe YCR/TV switch to VCR”.
O Press the VIDEO PLUS+ button.
™~ €) Enter a PlusCode from a Satellite Programme Guide
for a station, e.g. Sky 1 using the numeric buttons.
© Press the OK button.
You will see the warning message on the screen for
oN the first few seconds telling you that the position
CL number has not been set.
CC e “——” appears for the programme position
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© Press the Channel button (V) or (A) until the SAT
name appears in the name column on the screen. You
can select the AV position if you have connected your
satellite receiver to your VCR with a scart cable.
© Press the numeric buttons to enter the satellite
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button to delete the programming.
O Repeat steps @ to @ above for another satellite
station. Continue with this until you have set and
deleted a dummy timer recording for each satellite
station that you will make Video Plus+ recording from.
@ Press the EXIT button to exit the On Screen Display.
Your VCR is now able to recognize Video Plus+
PlusCodes for the satellite stations, ready for when
you come to use them.
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Controls and Layout of the VCR
© VCR-ON/OFF button ((/1) ® Audio Dubbing button (A.DUB)
O Cassette Eject button (EJECT) © Infra-red Remote Control Receiver window
O Infra-red Signal transmitter ® Crystal View Control indicator (CVC)
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© Rewind/Review bution (dd (<<) ® Channel buttons (VA)
© Pause/Still button (1H) ® Recording/One-Touch Recording button (REC/OTR)
Q Fast Forward/Cue button (»>» (+) (D Timer Recording button (TIMER REC)
© Video Input socket [VIDEO IN (AV3)] GM Stop button (Il)
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Controls and Layout of the Remote Control
To Open the Sliding Cover of the Remote Control:
Slide the cover downward while pressing down on the protruding parts.
If the Sliding Cover of the Remote Control Becomes Detached
If the sliding cover of the remote control becomes detached accidentally, fit
it securely in place by placing it on the top of the remote control at the
position shown in the illustration on the left, and pushing it down until it
clicks into position.
= > ® |t is not possible to fit the sliding cover in place by pushing or sliding it on
[Correct] [Wrong] from the bottom end of the remote control.
VCR Operation
When you want to operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV switch to "VCR".
Controls marked with an asterisk (*) are further explained at the bottom of the page.
Q VCR-ON/OFF button ((5)
‘@ Numeric buttons
O Input Select button (INPUT SELECT)
O Replay button (REPLAY)
© On Screen Display/Display button (OSD/DISPLAY)
© Direct TV Recording button (DIRECT TV REC)
Q Pause/Slow button (II1»)
© Recording button (REC)
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© Index buttons (INDEX)
*@ Video Plus+ Programming button (VIDEO PLUS+)
O Search button (SEARCH)
{® Channel button (YA)
Tracking/Vertical-Lock button (TRACKING/V-LOCK)
«DD VCR/TV switch
{ Infra-red transmitter
Hints:
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To select the programme positions (1-99) of the VCR. Use this button when you want to programme timer
Example: recordings using the Video Plus+ PlusCodes. For this
9: (9) convenient programming method, you use the individual
numbers which are assigned to each TV programme and
19: (+) — (1) — (9) listed in newspapers and magazines.
To select the satellite programme positions "®VCR/TV switch |
If you set this switch to TV, you can use this remote control
(SAT1-SAT99).
Example: SAT SA to turn your TV on or off, select TV/AV Input, and operate
SAT 9: + (0) —_ (9) other TV functions. (See page 23.)
When you want to operate the VCR, set this switch to
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SAT19: (0) — (1) (9 VCR"
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To enter a Video Plus+ PlusCode.
To enter numbers for various settings.
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Controls and Layout of the Remote Control
Continued...
Controls marked with an asterisk (*) are further explained at the bottom of the page.
"D On Screen Display Menu Operation buttons
Menu button (MENU)
OK button (OK)
Exit button (EXIT)
Cursor buttons (A V <>)
© Rewind button (<<)
{BD Stop button (O)
® Timer Recording Operation buttons
D Channel button (VA)
Date button (DATE)
Starting Time button (ON)
Ending Time button (OFF)
Programme/Check button (PROG./CHECK)
Cancel button (CANCEL)
Standard Play/Long Play button (SP/LP)
Timer Recording button (TIMER REC)
Programme Delivery Control button (PDC)
"MD Tape Counter Reset button (RESET)
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; operations for timer recording as well as other settings on This function deactivates all buttons on the YCR and the
* the TV screen and operate them on the TV screen using remote control. Use this function, when you do not want
+ the following buttons: other people to operate the VCR.
| To Activate the Child Lock Function:
. Menu button (MENU): To display the OSD Main menu on G) Set the VCR/TV switch to “VCR”
the TV screen. | @ Hold down the OK and the OFF {+) buttons |
To return to the previous menu. simultaneously until the “hold” indication appears in the
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: Exit bution liver exit the OSD. on, the “hold” indication appears in the VCR display
. Cursor buttons ( ): to inform you that no operation is possible.
To select an item.
These buttons also function for
playback, stop, rewinding and fast-
forwarding.
VCR display
“ *DTape Counter Reset button (RESET)
: To reset the tape counter (elapsed time) to “0:00.00”.
: * The tape counter is automatically reset to “0:00.00” Indication when
when a video cassette Is inserted.
e Child Lock function is activated
To Cancel the Child Lock Function:
(1) Hold down the OK and the OFF (+) buttons
simultaneously until the “hold” indication disappears.
® If you disconnect the power cable, the Child Lock
function is automatically cancelled after the power
backup time of approximately 60 minutes has
elapsed.
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TV Operation
This remote control can also be used to operate a TV,
The explanations below show you what functions individual buttons have when the VCR/TV switch is set to “TV”.
The control marked with an asterisk (7) is further explained at the bottom of the page.
YCRI TY switch
"@TV-ON/OFF button ((5)
To switch the TV on from standby mode (OFF) or vice versa.
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: To select the programme positions (1-99) on the TV.
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To select the desired AV Input on the TV.
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To switch the screen format between the wide-screen and other
formats.
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huttons to change the teletext information displayed on the screen
and select desired information. For details, refer to your TV's
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On some TVs it is only possible to switch the TV to
standby mode (OFF) with this button, but not on. In this
case, try to turn the TV on with one of the following
buttons:
Numeric buttons
AV button (AV)
Channel button (VA)
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This setting procedure aliows you to operate the TVs of most brands using the remote
control supplied with this VCR.
e Some TY models cannot be operated with this remote control.
O Setthe VCR/TV switch to TV".
O Look up your TV's manufacturer in the list of TVs compatible with the VCR's remote
control on the next page.
© While keeping the TV-ON/OFF button ((h) pressed, use the Numeric buttons to
enter the manufacturers code.
If there is more than one code listed for that manufacturer, try the first code.
Be sure to enter the code in two digits.
Example: 01
O Check whether you can operate the TV correctly with the YCR's remote controi.
if the TV cannot be operated properly:
In step @, enter the other code listed for that manufacturer and repeat step O.
The 3 Methods for Switching to the AV Input
on Your Panasonic TV
Your Panasonic TV uses one of three different methods for switching between TV
reception and the AV input(s). Perform the operations steps listed for the switching
methods A, B and C below to determine which one your Panasonic TV uses.
A © Set the VCR/TV switch to “TY”.
O Press the AV button to switch to the AV Input.
Each press of the AV button switches between "TV reception” and "AV
Input(s)”
Set the VCR/TV switch to “TV”,
@ Press the AV button.
Colour bars for selecting the AV Input appear on the TV screen.
O Follow the instructions displayed on the TV screen to select the desired AV
Input from the displayed colour bars for the AV Input by pressing the
corresponding colour button A (red), DATE+ (green), ON+ (yellow) or
OFF+ (blue) on the remote control.
Set the VCR/TV switch to “TV”.
© Press the AV button.
The last previously selected AV Input indication appears on the TV screen.
The indications for selecting another AV Input also appear, but they
disappear a few seconds later.
© Before the indications for selecting another AV Input disappears, press the
\ button, DATE— button, ON— button or OFF— button to select the desired
AY input. |
With the following four buttons, you can move and select as follows:
Y: Move left
DATE—: Move down
ОМ: Move up
OFF—: Move right
List of TVs Compatible
with the VCR’s Remote Control
Manufacturer Code Manufacturer | Code
Panasonic 01-04 SIEMENS 09
AWA 35 SINUDYNE 05, 06, 33
АКА! 27, 30° SONY 08
© BLAUPUNKT 09 a TELEFUNKEN 10-14
© BRANDT 10, 15 o THOMSON 10, 15
BUSH 05,06 —— ~~ TOSHIBA 16 _
CURTIS 31 WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05,06 0000
DESMET © 05, 31, 33
DUAL 05, 06
ELEMIS 31 ;
FERGUSON 10
— GOLDSTAR 31
GOODMANS “05, 06, 31
GRUNDIG 09 |
HITACHI 22,23, 31, 40, 41, 42
INNO HIT 34
IRRADIO 30
TT 25
JVC 17,39 00 a
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NEC 36
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Operation Steps
Confirmation of Operation
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© Switch the TV on.
@ Press the VCR-ON/OFF button (0/1) to
switch the YCR on.
© Select AV input on your TV.
e |f the VGR is connected to your TV via
RF coaxial cable only, select the video
playback channel on the TV.
© Insert the recorded video cassette.
© Press the Play button (>).
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This indication may be different
on your TV.
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cassette is inserted
Indication displayed during playback
€ To Stop Playback
Press the Stop button (1).
@ To Pause Playback Briefly
(Still Playback)
Press the Pause/Slow button (111) () briefly.
e |f you leave the VCR in the still playback mode
for more than 5 minutes, the VCR cancels this mode
automatically to protect the tape and video heads,
and it switches over to the stop mode.
e |f a video cassette that was recorded on a Hi-Fi VCR 1s
played back on a mono VCR, the sound recorded on
the Hi-Fi audio tracks is not played back. In this case,
only the mono sound recorded on the normal audio
track is played back.
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Indication during still playback
Other Playback and
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Convenient Functions
Described on this page are the operations for fast-forwarding and rewinding the tape. However, depending on whether the tape
is stopped or is being played back, pressing the Fast Forward button (MB) or the Rewind button (<<) will activate a different
function.
In addition, the activated function also differs depending on how long you press the button. Operate these buttons according to
the intended function.
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Operation Steps
Confirmation of Operation
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o O | O Press the Stop button (|!) to put the VCR
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0 Press the Rewind button (- ).
o @ To stop fast-forwarding or rewinding,
press the Stop button ([1).
+ To briefly view the picture during
fast-forwarding or rewinding, press and hold
down the corresponding button.
Fast-forwarding or Rewinding the
Tape while Viewing the Playback
Picture
For Cue Playback:
During playback, press the Fast Forward button
(Pp) briefly.
For Review Playback:
During playback, press the Rewind button (dd)
briefly.
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press the Play button (>) (A).
If you press and hold down the Fast Forward
button (MP) or the Rewind button (dd }, cue
or review playback continues for as long as
you keep the button pressed.
VCR display
Indication when the tape is stopped
Indication during fast-forwarding or
cue playback
Indication during rowinding or
review playback
Notes tor special playback functions
(except normal playback):
e During playback function other than normal playback,
horizontal noise bars may appear in the picture, the
colour of the picture may unstable, or the picture may
be otherwise distorted.
heads.
When you play back a tape recorded in the LP (Long
Play) mode, the picture may be in black and white.
However, these are not malfunctions.
e |f cue or review playback continues for more than 10
minutes, the VCR automatically switches over to the
normal playback mode to protect the tape and video
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Press and hold down the Pause/Slow button (1 1/1») (А)
for more than 2 seconds during playback.
e |f the siow playback mode continues for more than
10 minutes, the VCR cancels this mode automatically to
protect the tape and video heads, and it switches over to
the stop mode.
Indication during slow playback
€ To Stop Playback Automatically
(Playback Off Timer Function)
ых Ne If you set the playback duration, the playback will stop automatically.
Nes After the set playback time has elapsed, the VCR automatically stops playback and
k= switches off.
NO NAAA To Activate the Playback Off Timer Function:
E During normal playback, press the Play button (>) 6) on the VCR for more than 2
| seconds to put the VCR in the Playback Off Timer mode. (The indication shown below
appears on the VCR display.)
After that, press the Play button (») on the VCR repeatedly until the desired playback
duration is displayed on the VCR display.
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240 € 180 120
(min.) (min.) (min.) Indication when the VCR is in the
To Stop Midway: Playback Off Timer mode
{a playback duration of 30 minutes is
selected)
Press the Stop button (1.1) ©).
¿$ To Rewind the Tape a Little to View the Same Scene Again
(Replay Function)
If you want to view the same scene again, for example because you could not catch
clearly what a person said, simply press the REPLAY button ©), to rewind the tape a little
from its present position and play it back again.
The direction in which the tape is rewound depends on what playback mode the VCR is
in when you press the REPLAY button.
e |f you press the REPLAY button when the VCR is in the stop, rewind, fast-forward,
slow playback, or standby (Off) mode, the Replay function does not work.
During Normal Playback, Cue Playback and Still Playback:
When you press the REPLAY button, the VCR switches over to the review playback
mode for a few seconds and then resumes normal playback.
During Review Playback:
When you press the REPLAY button, the VCR briefly switches over to cue playback and
then plays back at normal speed in forward direction from the point where the REPLAY
button was pressed.
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€ To Play Back a Recorded Part Repeatedly
Press the Play button (>) @ on the Remote Control for more than 5 seconds.
The “R” indication appears on the On Screen Display.
e | “OSD” on the “Display” screen is set to OFF (See page 57), the “R” indication does
not appear. Beginning of End of
Tape Recorded Part On Screen Display
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To Cancel the Repeat Playback Mode: Playback mode
Press the Stop button (0) В).
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€ To Play Back NTSC Video Cassettes on Your PAL TV
(Quasi-NTSC Playback Function)
This VCR allows playback of NTSC recorded tapes on a normal PAL TV.
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e |f your TV has a V-HOLD control or equivalent adjustment function, use it to try to stop
the picture movement. The height of the picture may not fill the complete screen.
¿+ Convenient Automatic Functions
This VCR features the following convenient functions:
e VCR Auto Switch On
When you insert a video cassette, the VCR switches on automatically.
e Auto Playback Start
When you insert a video cassette with a broken erasure prevention tab, playback start
automatically without having to press the Play button (>).
e Auto Rewind (this function does not work during timer recording and OTR)
When the tape reaches the end, the VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning.
Se Te @ After Use
Pro TT Rep a O Press the EJECT button on the VCR and take VCR display
RE EI out the cassette.
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remote control for more than 3 seconds and
then take out the ejected cassette.
Indication when a video cassette
is inserted
O Setthe VCR/TV switch to “VCR”.
O Press the VCR-ON/OFF button ((D) to switch the
VCR off.
e Ejecting the video cassette is also possible when
the VCR is off. It will switch on, eject the cassette
and then switch off again.
Cassette indication disappears.
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Operation Steps Confirmation of Operation
O SwitchtheTV on.
@ Press the VCR-ON/OFF button (()/1) to
switch the VCR on.
TV
O Select the AV input on your TV. == —
e |f the VCR is connected to your TV via RF (av)
coaxial cable only, select the video
playback channel on the TV. This indication may be different
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@ Insert a video cassette with intact erasure
prevention tab. (See page 32.)
Indication when the video cassette
is inserted
© Press the SP/LP button to set the desired
tape speed.
e SP provides standard recording time and
optimum picture quality. Indication when SP is selected
LP provides doubled recording time with
slightly reduced picture quality.
@ Press the Channel button (V) or (A) to
select the programme position of the TV
programme that you want to record.
Indication of the selected
programme position
© Press the REC button.
e Recording starts.
Indication during recording
@ To Stop Recording
Press the Stop button (0) A.
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e We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than The initial setting is “SP”.
E240 type as the tape can be too thin. SP stands for Standard Play.
ю LP stands for Long Play.
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@ To Pause Recording
Press the Pause/Slow button (11) @. VOR display
To resume recording, press the Pause/Slow button (Il) ев
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e |f you leave the VCR in the pause mode for more than 5
minutes, the VCR cancels this mode automatically, and it Indication during recording pause
switches over to the stop mode.
€ To View One TV Programme while Recording Another
TV Programme
After pressing the REC button (©) to start recording, select on your TV the programme
position of the TV programme that you want to view.
& To Immediately Record the Same TV Programme
That You Are Viewing on the TV (Direct TV Recording)
This function allows you to immediately start recording the same programme that you
are viewing on the TV.
The programme position selected on the VCR automatically changes to that of the TV
programme that you are viewing on the TV. At the end of the TV programme, the
recording stops and, the VCR automatically switches back to the previously selected
programme position.
Conditions for correct functioning of the Direct TV Recording function:
e Your TY must be equipped with the “Q Link” function.
e The VCR must be connected to the TV via a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable,
To Perform Direct TV Recording:
O Inserta video cassette with an intact erasure
prevention tab.
O Press the DIRECT TV REC button.
® Recording of the TV programme
that you are viewing on the TV starts.
Indication during recording
To Stop Recording Midway:
Press the Stop button (1) ©.
e In some cases, it may not be possible to change the
programme position on the TV during Direct TV
Recording.
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& To Confirm the Approximate Remaining Tape Time
The remaining tape time can be displayed on the On Screen display and in
the VCR display.
Condition for correct display of the remaining tape time:
e The tape length of the tape being used must be set correctly.
(For example, select the tape length “ 4E-180" for a 180-minute
cassette.)
To Set the Tape Length:
© Press the MENU button to make the Main menu appear on the TV
screen.
O Use the Cursor buttons (A Y «<» ) to select “Functions”, On Screen Display
“Tape length”, and “(E-180” in this order.
Main menu
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E-240: For E240 tape Menu for setting the Tape
E-260: For E260 and -300 tapes Length setting
O Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
© Press the EXIT button to exit the menu.
To Display the Remaining Tape Time:
Press the OSD/DISPLAY button (A) until the remaining tape time is
displayed on the On Screen Display.
Pressing the OSD/DISPLAY button once makes the
On Screen Display appear; after that, pressing it repeatedty
changes the indication in the following order:
Clock SCounter indication of the remaining
в и | tape time
Remaining Tape Time
e For certain cassettes, the remaining tape time may not be displayed
correctly.
e If “O5D” on the “Display” screen is set to OFF (See page 57), the
indication of the remaining tape time does not appear on the On Screen
display.
+ To Prevent Accidental Erasure of
Recorded Contents
When you record again onto a previously recorded video
cassette, the previous recording is automatically erased and
replaced with the new recording. Therefore, to prevent
accidental erasure of the recorded contents, break out the
erasure prevention tab after recording.
Use a screwdriver or similar tool to break out the tab. Erasure prevention tab
To Record Again onto the Video Cassette with a Broken Out
Erasure Prevention Tab:
if you insert a video cassette with a broken out erasure
prevention tab and press the REC button (5), the “Em” indication
flashes on the VCR display to indicate that recording is not
possible.
In this case, cover the tab hole with two layers of adhesive tape.
The adhesive tape substitutes for the prevention erasure tab
and makes it possible to record again on this cassette.
Adhesive tape
VCR display ©
Timer Recording
This function lets you programme the VCR for unattended automatic recording of desired TV programmes when you are not at
home or sleeping.
You can programme timer recordings in two different ways:
(1) By entering the Video Plus+ PlusCode published alongside the TV programme listings in newspapers and magazines
{explained below) or ;
(2) By entering the necessary information with the remote contro! while viewing the On Screen Display (OSD) on the TV screen
(see page 36).
This VCR lets you programme up to 8 TV programmes (including weekly and daily programmes) for unattended recording up
to one month in advance.
(1) Programming with the Video Plus+ Function
The Video Plus+ PlusCodes (numbers) assigned to each TV programme and published
alongside the TV programme listings in newspapers and magazines make it extremely
easy to set the VCR for timer recording.
The duration of a timer recording programmed with Video Plus+ PlusCode may be
slightly longer than the actual duration of the TV programme.
Example:
Programming a timer recording of a TV programme with the Video Plus+ PlusCode
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Operation Steps Confirmation of Operation
e @ Switch the TV on.
er O Press the YCR-ON/OFF button ((/1) to
== switch the VCR on.
TY screen
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© Select the AV input on your TV.
e |fihe VCR is connected to your TV via RF
coaxial cable only, select the video This indication may be different on
playback channel on the TV. your TV
Set the VCR/TY switch to “VCR”.
OQ Inserta video cassette with an intact
erasure prevention tab. (See page 32.)
Indication when the video casselte is
insarted
On Screen Display
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the menu for entering the PlusCode an the pm
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Q Press the Numeric buttons to enter the
PlusCode.
e |f you have entered a wrong digit, press the TUE
Cursor button (-0) (4) and then enter the
correct digit. Indication when the PlusCode is
entered
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Operation Steps Confirmation of Operation
© Press the OK button to display the
programmed content.
On Screen Display
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tape speed.
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setting. Pos Start Stop SP
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Indication when the settings are
concluded
® Press the TIMER REC button to switch the
VCR over to the timer recording standby
mode. e
¢ At the programmed date and time, the Indication of the timer recording
recording will start automatically. standby mode
@ If the Programming Contents Are Not Entered Correctly
When Programming with the Video Plus+ Function,
or When You Want to Change the Programmed Contents
In some cases, the programming contents may not be entered correctly when
E ET programming a timer recording with the Video Plus+ function. In such a case, correct the
AA SE wrong or missing information in the following way:
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Ch К perform the follwing steps:
nT To change the programme position:
Use the Channel button (Y A) (A).
To change the date of timer recording:
Use the DATE button E).
To change the recording starting time:
Use the ON button ©.
To change the recording ending time:
Use the OFF button ©).
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@ If “——" Appears under “Pos/Name” after
Entering a Video Plus+ PlusCode (Number)
Pos/Name stands for Programme Position/TV Station Name.
Normally, the name of the TV station or the number of the programme
position is displayed under “Pos/Name”.
However, if the TV station information was not automatically set during
‘Preset Download or Auto Setup due to adverse reception conditions or a
satellite channel is used for the first time, the “——" indication
appears instead. On Screen Display
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After you have entered the information of a TV station, it remains stored
in the YCR's memory, and you do not need to enter it again in the future.
& To Suspend the Timer Recording Standby Mode
When you want to use the VCR for playback, normal recording or some
other operation before the programmed timer recording will be performed,
you can temporarily suspend the timer recording standby mode hy
pressing the TIMER REC button @) so that the “[E]" indication
on the VCR display disappears.
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However, after you have finished using the VCR, be sure
to reactivate the timer recording standby mode by pressing
the TIMER REC button again, otherwise the programmed
timer recording will not be performed.
The indication of the timer
recording standby modo
disappears
e After programming a timer recording, confirm that the e About 10 minutes before the programmes starting time,
“Y” indication is displayed in the VCR display. if the VCR has not been put in timer recording standby .
If the “[%" indication is flashing, check the timer mode, the “[X" indication flashes on the VCR display. In.
programming contents and programme it again this case, press the TIMER REC button to put the VOR
correctly. in the timer recording standby mode. 5
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This method offers easy step-by-step programming with the remote control while you
view the prompts on the TV screen.
Example:
Programming the timer recording of a TV programme broadcast on programme position
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Operation Steps Confirmation of Operation
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© Switch the TY on.
@ Press the VCR-ON/OFF button ((b/1) to
switch the YCR on.
© Select the AV input on your TV. „TV soraon
e lí the VCR is connected to your TY via RF QD
coaxiai cable only, select the video
playback channel on the TV. This indication may be different
on your TV.
O Set the VCR/TV switch to “VCR”.
OQ Insert a video cassette with an intact
erasure prevention tab. (See page 32.)
Indication when the video cassette
is inserted
On Screen Display
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the menu for programming timer pos ap Slat Stop se min
recordings on the TV screen. ZZ EEE em
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button (3) and then select “Timer record”. Menu for programming timer
recordings
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select the programme position of the POS arp Shar Stop SE enc Min
desired TV station. КВт SP OFF
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position 2 is set
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which the TV programme will be Pos Start Stop SP
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& To Suspend the Timer Recording Standby Mode
When you want to use the VCR for playback, normal recording or some other operation
before the programmed timer recording will be performed, you can temporarily suspend
the timer recording standby mode by pressing the TIMER REC button so that the (3)
indication on the VCR display disappears.
However, after you have finished using the VCR, be sure
to reactivate the timer recording standby mode by
pressing the TIMER REC button again, otherwise the
programmed timer recording will not be performed. The indication of the timer recording
standby mode disappears
Hints:
e When you set the starting or ending times, keeping the e |f the VCR is not putin the timer recording standby
ON or OFF button pressed changes the indication in mode at the latest 10 minutes before the programmed
30-minute steps. timer recording starting time, the “[E]” indication flashes
e After programming a timer recording, confirm that the on the VCR display. In this case, press the TIMER REC
“E” indication is displayed on the VCR display. button to put the VCR in the timer recording standby
the “Y” indication is flashing, check the timer mode. | |
programming contents and programme it agaín ® Performing the operation steps @-@ with the Cursor
| correctly. buttons (4 Y <>) (3) is also possible.
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Checking, Changing or Cancelling a Timer
Recording Programme Continued...
To Select a Timer-Recorded Programme from
the List and Quickly Locate Its Beginning for
Automatic Playback
(Timer Record Confirmation)
This VCR can display a list of the timer-recorded programmes on the inserted video
cassette on the TV screen. You can then select the desired programme, and the VCR will
quickly locate its beginning and start playback.
Conditions for correct operation of the Timer Record Confirmation function:
® The video cassette must not have been ejected after the timer recordings were
performed.
® The tape length of the inserted cassette must be set correctly.
na Tb e The VCR must not be in the timer recording standby mode.
= 3 )- Lo * A programme of at least 15 minutes must be recorded on the tape.
(ORT THE a e If a timer recording was performed onto a recorded video cassette, the previous
recording must have been completely erased by the new recording.
© Display the VCR picture on the TV.
O Press the SEARCH button to display the On Screen Display
Timer Record Confirmation menu. Q Timer record confirmalion
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programme that you want to locate and play back.
Timer record confirmation
O Press the SEARCH button to start the search menu
for the beginning of the selected programme.
e After the desired recorded programme has
A been found, playback starts automatically.
AR I СЛАТЬ e |f, after playback has started, you want to search
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Convenient One Touch Recording Function
(OTR Recording)
To Select the Recording Duration
and Perform Timer Recording
The OTR (One-Touch Recording) is the easiest timer recording method. It is called this,
because you can start recording and select the recording duration by repeatedly
pressing a single button. This is very convenient, for example when you want to start
recording immediately but need to go out or want to go to bed.
After the selected recording duration has elapsed, recording stops and the VCR
automatically switches off.
To Perform an OTR Recording:
O Display the VCR picture on the TV.
VCR display у O Inserta video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab.
© Press the Channel buttons (YA) to select the programme position on which the
TV programme to be recorded will be broadcast.
© Press the REC/OTR button to start recording.
© Press the REC/OTR button repeatedly to select the desired recording duration.
e Every time you press this button, the recording duration indicated in the VCR
display changes in the following order.
e For example, if you select “30”, the VCR records a programme from that moment
on for 30 minutes.
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duration “30" is selected
To Stop the OTR Recording Before the End:
Press the Stop button (IM) (A).
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Programme
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and Playback simply press the other INDEX button (indicating the
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index signal to be searched and number of times you need reduce the displayed figure down to 1.
to press the >» or -4- INDEX button. e The figure on the VCR display decreases by 1 every
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Checking the Recorded Contents on a
Cassette (Intro-Jet Scan)
This VCR automatically records special index signals on the tape every time a
recording starts. The Intro-Jet Scan function makes use of these index signals to play
back the beginning of each programme recorded on the cassette one after another at
high speed. This lets you quickly and easily check the contents of a cassette and find a
desired programme.
Index signals are automatically recorded in the following cases:
NN e When you start a recording by pressing the REC button, the REC/OTR button or the
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plays it back at high speed for approximately 10
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Press the Stop button (0) @.
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finished, but before ejecting that cassette, the Timer Record
Confirmation (for details, see page 42) will be activated
instead of the Intro-Jet Scan.
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Assemble Editing
The assemble editing function makes it easy to record the picture and sound of virtually
any number of scenes or programmes in succession.
Assemble editing from an external source, for example from a movie camera, can be
performed in the same way.
Recording unit (this VCR)
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© Connect a video movie camera or a VCR to this VCR with an audio/video cable or a
21-pin Scart cable, as shown in the illustration.
O Display the VCR picture on the TV
© Insert the cassette on which the assemble editing is to be performed, and make
sure that its erasure prevention tab is not broken out.
© Set the VCR/TV switch to “VCR”,
O Press the INPUT SELECT button to select the AV Input (external input) “A1”, “A2”
or “A3" according to the socket(s) on the VCR to which the source unit has been
connected.
A1: When connected to the AV 21-pin Scart socket [AV (TV)]
Az: When connected to the AV2 21-pin Scart socket [AV2 (DECODER/EXT)]
A3: When connected to the Video Input socket [VIDEO IN (AV3)] and Audio Input
socket [AUDIO IN (AV3)] on the front panel of the this VCR
Press the Play button (») on this VCR to start playback.
At the point where you want to join a new scene, press the Pause/Still button
(HE) on this VCR to put it in the still playback mode.
Press the REC/OTR button on this VCR to put it in the recording pause mode.
start playback on the source unit and search for the point from which you want to
record (copy) onto this VCR.
When that point is reached, press the Pause/Still button (II) on this VCR again to
start recording the new picture and sound from the playback unit.
To record (copy) additional scenes, press the Pause/Still button (11) to put this
VCR in the recording pause mode and then perform above steps @ and again.
At the point where you want to stop recording, press the Stop button (IM) to finish
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Album Function
The album function lets you collect desired scenes (both moving and still pictures) and
create the equivalent of a photo album, but on video cassette. The pictures can be
copied onto the cassette from a video movie camera, a digital still camera or another
VCR for any desired time that you can preset.
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Insert a cassette with intact erasure prevention tab.
Press the STILL ALBUM button on the remote control to
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input) “A3” and then switches over to the recording
pause mode. The figure for the preset recording time
(seconds) appears on the VCR display. The initial
setting is “05” (5 seconds).
OQ Start playback on the source unit to search for the point
from which you want to copy onto this VCR.
© When that point is reached, press the STILL ALBUM
button on the remote control of this VCR agaín to start
recording.
The VCR records the picture (and sound) for 5 seconds
and then automatically switches over to the recording
pause mode.
@ Repeat above steps @ and @ to record other scenes in
succession.
© When you have recorded all desired scenes, press the
STOP button (1 1) to finish recording.
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After step Q ог Q above, press the INDEX lei or INDEX It ;
button @ to change the recording time. You can set any time
between “3” and “20” seconds.
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video output socket. Use the cable supplied with the still camera to connect it. For
details, also read the operating instructions of the equipment to be connected.
e if you leave the VCR in the recording pause mode for more than 5 minutes in step
© or @ , the VCR automatically switches over to the stop mode to protect the
video heads. In this case, press the STILL ALBUM button again to put the VCR In
the recording pause mode again.
e If you want to add background music or narration to the scenes recorded with the
album function, perform Audio Dubbing as explained on the next page.
e Depending on the output system of the digital still camera, the pictures may not
be recorded correctly.
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Audio Dubbing
This function lets you insert narration, background music or special sound effects in
previously made recordings. However, this automatically erases the original sound in
the tape portions, on which you perform audio dubbing.
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button (II) on this VCR to put it in the still playback mode.
@ Press the A.DUB button on this VCR to put it in the recording pause mode.
© Start playback on the source unit so that you can hear
the sound.
© When you reach the point from which you want to start
audio dubbing,press the Pause/Still button (II) button
qe —— on this VCR again to start recording the new sound or
start your narration,
D At the point where you want to stop audio dubbing, press the STOP button (II) to
finish recording.
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Manual Tuning
This VCR has 99 programme positions that can be preset to receive TV stations.
Usually, if you switch the VCR on for the first time after making the necessary connections, the VCR will start the Downtoad or
Auto Setup function automatically so that all available TV stations in the area can be received.
However, if Auto Setup is not successful due to extraordinary transmission circumstances, or if you want to change the name of
a TV station or change a TV station from its regular programme position to one of your preference, you can set it up manually.
This is called Manual Tuning.
If download is performed after you have used manual tuning to change the settings then the changes that you made may be
lost. In this case make the changes again using manual tuning. However for Direct TV Record to work correctly (Q Link) then
the programme settings of the TV and VCR must be the same. To ensure this, make the desired programme setting changes to
the TV first and then perform download to the VCR. Refer to the TV operating instructions for further details.
Manual Tuning can be used for the following:
(1) To change the order in which the TV stations are assigned to the programme positions
©) To enter or change the name of a TV station
@) To enter newly available TV stations
@ Making changes to the programme list (stored on the programme positions of the VCR)
e To delete a programme position
e To insert a blank programme position
e To move a TV station lo another programme position
(1) To Change the Order in Which the
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stations.
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station that you want to assign to a different programme
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enter the station name.
e |f the station name needs a blank space,
select the blank between “Z” and “+”.
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Press the EXIT button (A).
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station name in step €) above, press the EXIT button.
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| Press the EXIT button (A).
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TV Station:
You can change it in the same way as explained above.
However, in step @ select the programme position of the TV
station that you want to change to another channel number,
and after pressing the OK button in step @, use the Cursor
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Set the VCR/TV switch to “VCR”,
Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TV screen.
Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y «) to select
“Tuning” and “Manual” in this order.
Press the OK button to display the list of tuned
TV stations.
Press the Cursor buttons ( A Y <>) to select
the desired TV station.
Follow the operations below.
To delete a programme position (Delete):
Press the Channel button (A, red).
To insert a blank programme position (Add):
Press the Date button (+, green).
To move a TV station to another programme position:
Press the ON button (+, yellow),
and then use the Cursor buttons (4 Y)
to select the new programme position to
which you want to assign the TV station.
Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (a).
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Use the coloured instruction indications displayed below the list of tuned TV stations
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“Delete” appears.
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Restarting this function is convenient when you move to another area and may need to set up the VCR again.
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If you want to reset the VCR to the factory preset condition,
follow the operation steps below.
O Display the VCR picture on the TV.
O Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TV screen. On Sereen Display
Main Menu
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to the shipping condition.
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© Press the OK button two more times to actually
change the settings back to the shipping condition.
® As resetting the VCR to the shipping condition
automatically resets the RF output channel to channel 21,
the VCR picture may no longer appear on the TV.
¢ To re-tune the VCR, disconnect and reconnect the AC Mains
Cable.
@ To Change the Owner ID
If you want to change the Owner ID because the owner of the VCR
or your address has changed, follow the operation steps below.
O Display the VCR picture on the TV. On Screen Display
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© Press the OK button to display the Owner ID setting
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@ Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
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To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (A.
To display the Owner ID screen
Keep the EJECT button pressed for more than 5 seconds.
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® After 30 seconds, this screen automatically disappears.
Setting the VCR's Clock
Usually, the VCR's Auto Setup or Download function automatically adjusts the clock to the correct time.
Under some reception conditions, however, the VCR cannot set the clock automatically.
In this case, follow the operation steps below to manually set the clock.
4 To Manually Adjust the Clock
O Display the VCR picture on the TV.
Cn Screen Display
O Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TY screen. Main menu
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To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (a).
& To Activate the Automatic Time Correction Function
If a TV station transmits a signal for time setting, performing the operation steps
below activates the Automatic time correction function and the time is corrected
UN automatically.
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e Under adverse reception conditions, etc., Indication when “Automatic” is
the Automatic time correction function may not work. ON
In this case, the indication for “Automatic” is automatically reset to “OFF”.
If the reception conditions improve later on, it may be possible to activate
this function.
To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (A).
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e |f “Automatic” is set to “ON” when vou open the Clock e When “Automatic” on the Clock setting menu is set to
setting menu, do not set it to “OFF”, otherwise, “ON”, the automatic time correction function checks
the automatic time correcting function is deactivated. and if necessary adjusts the time every day.
¢ The built-in clock employs the 24-hour system. The automatic time correction function only works
e Ín case of a power failure, an automatic back-up when the VCR is switched off; it does not work in the
system automatically maintains the operation of the timer recording standby mode.
clock for at least 60 minutes.
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Other Convenient Functions
For optimum use of this VCR, various function settings for the items “Display” and “Functions” on the Main menu are explained
below and on the following pages.
(1) For the Main menu item “Display”, the following functions can be selected:
e Automatic display of the Channel Guide on the TV screen each time you change the programme position
® Automatic change of the brightness of the VCR display when the VCR is switched off
e Automatic display of the activated functions and VCR status, etc. on the TV screen
(2) For the Main menu item “Functions”, the following settings can be made;
e Setting of the tape length of the cassette being used to ensure correct indication of the remaining tape time
e Setting of the type of externa! source equipment that is connected to the “AV2” 21-pin Scart socket
To activate the above functions correctly, perform the following operations:
(1) Settings for the Main Menu Item “Display”
€ For Automatic Display of the Channel Guide on the TV
Screen Each Time You Change the Programme Position
O Display the VCR picture on the TV.
On Screen Display
@ Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TY screen.
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O Press the Cursor buttons (4 Y) to select “ON”,
e Each time you change the programme position
with the Channel button (YA) (3),
the Channel Guide indication appears
for a few seconds.
Set the VCR/TV switch to “VCR” В).
© Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
Channel Guide indication
To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button ©).
He ДАН € For Automatic Change of the Brightness
Se CE of the VCR Display When the VCR Is Switched Off
© Display the VCR picture on the TV.
O Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TV screen.
Cn Ne TEN © Press the Cursor buitons (A Y <>) to select “Display”,
AE EEE N “VCR display” and “ON” or “DIMMED” in this order.
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O Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (©).
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& For Automatic Display of the activated functions
and VCR status, etc. on the TV screen
O Display the VCR picture on the TV.
O Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TV screen. On Seroen Display —_
Main menu
© Press the Cursor buttons (A Ту <> ) to select “Display”, Tunor record Chama Guide : ON:
a “OSD” and “ON” or “OFF” in this order. Display 050 EN
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At a press of the OSD/DISPLAY button ®), the following indications appear on
the TV screen.
(1) TV station name
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One-Touch Recording (OTR) OTR 60
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e If “OSD is set to “OFF”, none of the above indications e During playback and when the AV input for the external
appear. source is selected, indications (1) does not appear.
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(2) Settings for the Main Menu Item
“Functions”
€ To Set the Tape Length of the Cassette Being Used to
Ensure Correct Indication of the Remaining Tape Time
O Display the VCR picture on the TV.
O Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TY screen. On Screen Display
O Press the Cursor buttons (A Y <>) to select
“Functions”, “Tape length” and “«E-180” in this order.
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the tape length of the cassette being used. Sue
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E-195: For E195 tape Menu for Functions setting
E-240: For E240 tape
E-260P: For E260 and -300 tapes
© Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (a).
& To Set the Type of External Source Equipment that Is
Connected to the AV2 21-pin Scart Socket
O Display the VCR picture on the TV.
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OQ Press the MENU button to display the Main menu
on the TV screen.
© Press the Cursor buttons (A Y AP) to select “Functions”,
“AV2" and “VCR/SAT” in this order.
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© Press the OK button to conclude the setting.
To Exit the On Screen Display:
Press the EXIT button (A).
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Glossary
PDC (Programme Delivery Control)
What is PDC?
PDC is a special signal transmitted by certain TV stations
together with the normal TV signal. This signal ensures that a
TV programme which has been programmed for timer
recording will be recorded precisely from beginning to end,
even if it is delayed or extended compared to the published
broadcasting time. Furthermore, if a programme is interrupted
by a news flash, etc., the timer recording is also interrupted,
and resumes when the programme restarts.
How to Use PDC?
(1) This VCR detects whether or not a TV station transmits
PDC signal at the time of tuning only, and it stores this
information in its memory.
If a TV station introduces or discontinues PDG
transmissions later on, tuning must be performed again to
update the VCR's memory.
(2) When you use VIDEO Plus+ PlusCode for timer
programming, the PDC mode is automatically set to "OFF"
even if the station has been memorized by the VCR as
having PDC transmission.
(3) When you use VIDEO Plus+ PlusCode for timer
programming for a TV station that has been memorized by
the VCR as not having PDC transmission, the PDC mode
is automatically set to “---” (no PDC).
(4) To perform PDC recording for a TV station that transmits
PDC signals, set the PDC mode to “ON” and ensure that
the start time is set exactly to the time published, for
example, in newspapers, magazines, etc. if that is set
correctly, the timer recording does not start.
Notes on PDC Recording:
(1) PDC recording will start several seconds before the
broadcast programme commences and may stop several
seconds before or after the end of the programme,
depending on the contro! from the TV station.
(2) Normally, the programming date for a timer recording is
automatically cancelled as soon as the recording is
completed.
Under the following conditions, however, the programmed
timer recording data will automatically be cancelled
at 4 a. m. of the next day.
(a) When the VCR performs normal timer recording
(without PDC control) because the PDC signal cannot
be detected during PDC timer recording.
(6) When a timer recording is incomplete due to
insufficient tape or cancellation by the user.
(c) i the TV station transmits a PDC signal to suspend ог
interrupt the recording.
In these cases, the VCR remains in the timer recording
standby mode after the timer recording has been stopped.
(3) If “PDC” is manually set to “ON” for a TV station which
does not transmit a PDC signal, the VCR performs normal
timer recording (without PDC control).
(4) If several timer recordings have been programmed, the
VCR periodically checks, when it is in the timer recording
standby mode, the PDC status of programmed TV stations
with PDC for any change in the start time of these
programmes. However, while the VCR is actually recording
a programme, it can only check the PDC status of the
programme being recorded.
(5) If the actual broadcasting times of timer recordings
overlap (regardless of whether or not they are PDC-
controlled), the recording that starts first always has
priority, and the recording of the later programme starts
only after the first timer recording has finished.
(6) Some TY stations may send signals to your VCR which
will change the time or date etc. for a timer recording that
you have programmed with PDC. The signal automatically
updates the timer programme to record at the re-
scheduled time and date. When this happens, the PDC
status indicator changes to “ON*+”. Although it is not
possible to alter the timer programme once this has
happened, it is still possible to delete the programme
completely, if you wish to.
(7) If the name of a TV station has been changed by manual
channel setting (Manual Tuning), the programmed
recording may not be performed correctly even if you have
set the PDC mode to “ON” during programming.
At present, PDC transmission does not cover all areas and
TV stations in the UK, so please check with the broadcasters
in your area for details.
One Touch Recording (OTR)
You can use this function to set the duration of a recording.
When the selected recording duration has elapsed, the VCR
automatically stops recording and switches oft.
This function is convenient when you have to go out or want
to go to bed before the recording ends.
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Glossary
Continued...
Q Link Function
This function works only if the VCR is connected via a fully-
wired 21-pin Scart cable to a TV featuring the Q Link or
similar function.
Q Link offers the following functions:
(1) Download from the TV
When you connect the VCR to a TV, the station list data
is automatically copied from the TV to the VCR, and the
TV stations are assigned to the programme positions on
the VCR in the same order as on the TV.
(2) Direct TV Recording
By simply pressing the DIRECT TV REC button, you can
at once record the same programme that you are
watching on the TV.
TV/VCR Auto Switch On
Even if the TV and the VCR are off (standby mode),
pressing the Play (>), VIDEO PLUS+ or PROG./CHECK
button automatically turns on both the TV and the VCR.
e When a cassette with a broken erasure prevention tab
ts in the VCR, it turns on and starts playback. The TV
also turns on.
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VCR Auto Switch Off
When you turn the TV off, the VCR is turned off as well.
However, this function only works during rewinding, in
the stop mode, or when no cassette is inserted.
If the VCR receives the Auto Switch Off command while
it is rewinding the tape, it turns off after the rewinding
has been finished.
This function does not work during the following
operations:
Preset Download, Auto Setup, Auto Clock Setting and
Manual Tuning.
*(5) On Screen Display Messages
Even when you are watching a TV programme, the
following VCR message appears on the TV screen when
a timer recording starts:
“This programme has already started”
® Depending on the type of TV used,
the above message may not appear correctly.
* The above operations marked with asterisk are only
available if the VCR is connected to a TV featuring
the Q Link or the DATA LOGIC function.
VHS Index Search System (VISS)
A special index signal is automatically recorded at the start of
each recording.
It can be used to quickly and easily find the beginning of
desired programmes. After the VCR has wound the tape to
the beginning of the desired programme, playback starts
automatically.
Index Signals Are Automatically Recorded in the
Following Cases:
e When you start a recording by pressing the REC button,
REC/OTR button or DIRECT TV REC button.
e When a timer recording starts.
e When you press the REC button on the remote control
during a recording.
e When you record the first scene or still picture using the
Album function.
On Screen Display (OSD)
When operating this VCR, an indication of the activated VCR
function is shown on the TV screen. When “OSD” on the
Display menu is set to “ON”, the automatic display of these
indications can be activated by pressing the OSD/DISPLAY
button.
Crystal View Control (CVC)
The crystal view control function ensures that you always
obtain the optimum picture quality so that you get the best
picture automatically.
While the VCR is turned on, the CVC indication is always
displayed to show that the Crystal View Control is activated.
Glossary
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Channel, Programme Position and Other
Confusing Terms
TV Station: Television broadcasting station
Station Name: The name of a TV broadcasting station
TV Channet: The actual channel (frequency) on which a
broadcasting station transmits TV programmes
Programme Position:
The number on which a TV station is
programmed so that it can be selected with
the Numeric buttons on the remote control.
This VCR has 99 programme positions.
Recording Speed SP/LP
SP stands for Standard Play. In this mode, recording or
playback is possible for the duration indicated on the
cassette.
LP stands for Long Play. In this mode, the recording or
playback duration is double of that indicated on the cassette,
however, the picture quality is slightly inferior to that of the SP
mode.
21-pin Scart Socket
The 21-pin Scart socket transmits both input and output
signals for picture and sound. TVs equipped with the same
type of socket can be connected here.
This type of socket is also called, Peritel, Euro Connector and
Euro AV.
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AV1 Scart Socket (for Q Link connection)
19 Video output
20 Video input
21 Ground
Switching voltage
Green ground
10 Q Link data
11 Green
1 Audio output 12 No connection
2 Audio input 13 Red ground
3 Audio output 14 Blanking ground
4 Audio ground 15 Red
5 Blue ground 16 Blanking
6 Audio input 17 Video output ground
7 Blue 18 Video input ground
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AV? Scart Socket
19 Video output
20 Video input
21 Ground
Switching voltage
Green ground
10 Control signal
11 Green
1 Audio output 12 Reserved
2 Audio input 13 Red ground
3 Audio output 14 Blanking ground
4 Audio ground 15 Red
5 Blue ground 16 Blanking
6 Audio input 17 Video output ground
7 Blue 18 Video input ground
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The Red, Green and Blue (RGB) video signals are looped
through only from an external source unit, for example from a
connected a pay-TV decoder, i.e. they are not from tape
playback.
Tracking Adjustment
As this VCR is equipped with automatic digital tracking
adjustment function which maintains optimum picture quality,
manual adjustment is normally not necessary.
However, when playing back a video cassette which was
recorded on a different VCR, the playback picture may
contain noise bars. You can then use the manual tracking
adjustment function to eliminate the noise.
V-Lock Adjustment
V stands for Vertical. With this function, you can minimise
vertical jitter during still playback.
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Before Requesting Service
Before requesting service, please check the following points.
€ On Screen Display Messages
The error messages are given in brackets [_ 1.
[Please insert video tape !]
x You pressed the REC button (REC/OTR button), the
DIRECT TV REC button, the Play button (>), the Fast
Forward button (IM) or the Rewind button (4) when
no cassette was inserted in the VCR.
Insert a video cassette.
[Please use tape with unbroken recording tab !]
го’ You pressed the REC button (REC/OTR button) or the
DIRECT TV REC button when a cassette with a broken
out erasure prevention tab was inserted in the VCR.
Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention
tab on which recording is possible.
[This action is not possible before time and date are set]
wz You pressed the VIDEO PLUS+ button or
the PROG./CHECK button, even though the time and
date have not yet been set on the VCR.
Set the time and date.
[No timer programmes to be done !]
You pressed the TIMER REC button even though no
timer recording has been programmed.
Programme a timer recording before pressing the
TIMER REC button.
[Please put VCR into stop mode first]
mz You attempted to change the contents of the timer
programming while a timer recording was being
performed.
Put the VCR into the stop mode first.
Other messages may also appear.
Follow the instructions given on the TV screen.
@ Self-diagnosis indications
This VCR has a built-in self-diagnosis function. If it detects
some problem during installation or during use, the following
kind of indications automatically appear in the VCR display.
These indications take the form of a letter followed by a 2-digit
number (e.g. [HO1]).
Indication
HC
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Cause
A problem has occurred.
(The 2-digit number after H or F differs according to the
problem which is causing the trouble.)
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How to remedy
Write down this self-diagnosis number
and tell it to your dealer.
¿$ The VCR Does Not Work Correctly.
The symptom descriptions are given between quotation
marks “ ”.
“The VCR display is not illuminated.”
re The AC mains lead is disconnected.
Connect the AC mains lead securely.
“The VCR display is illuminated, but the VCR cannot be
operated.”
æ The VCR is in the timer recording standby mode.
Press the TIMER REC button to cancel the standby
mode.
æ" Safety devices are operating.
Disconnect the AC mains lead and wait approximately
1 minute before reconnecting.
Then check if the VCR can be operated.
“The VCR picture does not appear on the TY screen”
= The RF output channel is set to [——].
Change the RF output channel to a channel other than
[——]. (See page 9.)
“Auto clock setting does not work correctly”
17 Teletext information is not available or cannot be read.
Set the clock manually.
“Download cannot be performed.”
= The VCR is not connected to a TV equipped with the
Q Link (or a similar) function vía a fully-wired 21-pin
Scart cable.
Be sure to use a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable to
connect the VCR to a TV with the Q Link (or a similar)
function.
@ Playback Does Not Work Properly.
The symptom descriptions are given between quotation
marks * ”.
“The playback picture is distorted or in black and white, Or,
horizontal noise bars appear in the picture or horizontal lines
move up and down.”
me The tracking adjustment is not correct.
Adjust the tracking. (See page 63.)
y The TV's video playback channel has not been tuned
correctly.
Re-tune the video playback channel.
= The video heads are clogged or worn.
Consult your dealer for advice.
rw The playback picture is distorted when using an E300
type video cassette that was recorded in the LP mode.
We recommend that you use video cassettes other than
type E300.
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Work Properly.
The symptom descriptions are given between quotation
marks ©".
“When recording is attempted, the E18] indication flashes.”
12 A video cassette with a broken out erasure prevention
tab is used.
Use a cassette with an intact tab, or if you want to erase
the previously recorded contents on the cassette, cover
the tab hole with two layers of adhesive tape.
“The playback picture of a recorded programme is distorted or
no picture can be seen.
re The aerial or aerial lead connection is defective.
Check the connections. If the picture displayed on the
TV is also distorted, there is something wrong with the
installation of the aerial.
+ No programme was recorded because the VCR is not
tuned correctly.
Tune it correctly.
er No programme was recorded because the AV input
(A1, A2 or A3) was selected on the VCR.
Select the programme position of the desired TY
programme.
“Timer recording does not work correctly”
rz Time and date are not set or they are set incorrectly.
Set the time and date correctly.
5 The starting time or ending time of the timer recording
were not programmed correctly.
Set the starting time or ending time correctly.
« The VCR was not put in the timer recording standby
mode.
After programming a timer recording, press the
TIMER REC button to put the VCR in the timer
recording standby mode.
“Recording from an external source connected to the VCR's
AV input cannot be made”
ra The correct AV input (A1, A2 or A3) is not selected.
Select the correct AV input (A1, A2 or A3).
ce The connections from the external source are not made
correctly. Correct them.
$ The Remote Control Does Not Work
Correctly.
The symptom descriptions are given between quotation
marks * ”.
“The remote control does not work correctly”
ry The remote control signal cannot reach the VCR.
Aim the remote control at the VCR and make sure
that the infrared beam's path is not obstructed.
re” The distance to the VCR is too long.
Use the remote control within 7 metres from the
VCR. If you are using it within this range but the
remote control still cannot operate the VCR, replace
the batteries,
re The batteries are exhausted.
Replace with new batteries.
r7 The batteries have been inserted with reversed
polarities (B/S).
Insert the batteries correctly. (See page 4.)
controlled correctly.
The symptom descriptions are given between quotation
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marks
“The Satellite Receiver cannot be controlled.”
rm The Satellite Receiver is not connected correctly to the
VCR. Connect the Satellite Receiver correctly.
w= The settings on page 15-19 for receiving satellite
broadcasts are not correct. Perform the settings on
page 15-19 again correctly.
rm The receiver in use is not on the attached list of
compatible satellite receivers.These settings are
supported only by the satellite receivers found on the
attached list of compatible satellite receivers.
Adjusting the Playback Picture
Under normal conditions, the VCR automatically adjust the
playback picture for optimum quality. However, in some
cases it may be necessary to adjust it manually.
If the Picture Contains Noise Bars and It Is Not Clear
to See (Tracking adjustment):
If noise bars appear during normal playback, slow
playback or still playback, follow the operations below.
During normal or slow playback,
press the Channel button V (—) or Y. ee
A (+) until the bars noise disappear. [> ie
e |f the noise bars appear during PN
still playback, switch the VCR over
to the slow playback mode and
then adjust the tracking as
explained above.
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containing noise bars
To Return to Auto Tracking:
Press the Channe! buttons Y (—) and A(+)
simultaneously.
If the Still Picture Scrolls Up or Down
(V-Lock Adjustment):
H the still picture scrolls up or down, perform the following
operations:
During still playback, keep the Channel button Y (—) or
A (+) pressed until the picture stops scrolling.
Precautions:
e With certain TY models and tapes, it may not be
possible to adjust the tracking.
e !f you play back a cassette that was recorded on
another VCR, the picture quality may be inferior and it
may be necessary to adjust the tracking. Also, on some
TVs, the picture may scroll up and down in the special
playback functions.
However, these are not malfunctions.
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Cautions
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Please read these cautions before you operate this VCR.
Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature
If the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm
place, condensation may form on the tape and inside the
VCR. If this happened, leave the VCR to at room temperature.
Humidity and Dust
Avoid places where there is high humidity or much dust,
which may cause damage to internal parts.
Do Not Obstruct the Ventilation Holes
Video Head Clogging
The video heads record picture signals on the tape during
recording and read picture signals from the tape during
playback and they are, therefore, of critical importance for the
picture quality. If the VCR is used over long periods of time,
these heads may become dirty and clogged. In such a case,
the signals can no longer be recorded correctly, and the
playback picture will be distorted accordingly. This is the
case, for example, during the playback of a tape, the sound is
reproduced normally, but no picture is seen, or the picture is
greatly distorted. When such a symptoms occurs have the
recorder checked by qualified service personnel.
Head cleaning by a service agent is not coverd by
The ventilation holes prevent abnormal increase in
temperature. Do not block or cover these holes. Especially
avoid covering the holes with soft materials such as cloth or
paper.
Keep away from High Temperature
Keep the VCR away from extreme direct heat such as direct
sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.
Avoid Magnets or Magnetized objects
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VCR
because it will adversely affect the performance of the VCR.
Keep the VCR away from other equipment as much as
possible when using it, to avoid any adverse effect on
performance for both the VCR and the equipment.
No Fingers or Other Objects Inside
Touching internal parts of this VCR is dangerous, and may
cause serious damage to the VCR. Do not attempt to
disassemble the VCR. There are no user serviceable parts
inside.
Keep Water away
Keep the VCR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc.
CAUTION: if liquids are spilled into the VCR, serious damage
could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VCR, consult
qualified service personnel.
Cleaning the VCR
Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning
fluid, or other chemicals. And do not use compressed air to
remove dust,
Stacking
Place the VCR in a horizontal position, and do not place
anything heavy on it.
warranty.
Condensation may form in the VCR if:
e The VCR is in a room where the heater has just been
turned on.
e The VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
e The VCR is brought from cold surroundings into a wel!-
heated room.
® The VCR is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such
as an air-conditioned room or car, to a place which is hot
and humid.
Note:
Do not operate the VCR for at least 1 hour if any of the above
conditions occur.
This VCR does not incorporate a condensation sensor.
Tape Care
Some do's and dont’s on tape care.
DO:
1) Use a good quality branded tape, such as Panasonic.
2) Keep in the box supplied with your tape, or a video case,
when not in use.
3) Try to use all the tape on a cassette by making middle and
end sections. This will avoid many repeated recordings at
the beginning of the tape resulting in premature wear.
4) Take care to insert a tape correctly into the VCR to avoid
damage.
DO NOT:
1) Expose the tape to high humidity or temperature.
2} Expose to liquid.
3) Expose to dust particles by storing directly on a carpet for
example,
4) Use a damaged tape or attempt to repair.
5) Dismantle the cassette housing.
6} Attempt to lift the front cassette flap or touch the tape
surface.
Specifications
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NV-SD440B...(U.K. model)
NV-SD440BL...(EIRE model)
” Power Source: 220-240 V AC 50/60 Hz
“ Power Consumption: 19 W
Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system
Video Heads: 4 heads
Tape Speed: SP; 23.39 mm/s
LP; 11.7 mm/s
Tape Format: VHS tape
Record/Playback Time: SP; 240 min with NV-E240
LP; 480 min with NV-E240
FF/REW Time: approx. 60 s with NV-E180
VIDEO
CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal
Luminance; FM azimuth recording
Colour signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording
Television System:
Modulation System:
Input Level: AV1/AVZ; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
VIDEO IN (AV3) (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
Output Level: AV1/AVZ, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
RF Modulated; UHF channel (21-68), 75 ohm
AUDIO
Input Level: AV1/AV2: —6 dBV, more than 10 kohm
AUDIO iN (AV3) (PHONO); —6 dBY, more than 10 kohm
Output Level: AV1/AV2; —6 dBY, less than 1 kohm
Audio Track: 1 track (Normal-mono only)
Video Horizontal Resolution:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Audio Frequency Response:
Colour; more than 240 lines (SP)
Video; more than 43 dB (SP)
Audio: more than 43 dB (SP)
80 Hz—8 kHz (SP)
Operating Temperature: 56-406
Operating Humidity: 35% — 80%
Weight: 4 kg
Dimensions: 430 (W)x87 (H)x 300 (D) mm
Standard Accessories:
1 pc. RF Coaxial Cable
1 pc. Remote Control
2 pes. "R6” size batteries
1 pc. AC mains lead
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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