Video Cassette Recorder

NV-FJ610 Series NV-FJ606 Series NV-FJ604 Series

Operating Instructions

VQT8539
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.

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.

Contents

Before Use
Controls and Components.. 3 Preparing the Remote Control.. 4 Warning and Important Information. 5 Setting the Remote Control to Operate Your TV. 6

Advanced Operations

Search Functions... 17 To Quickly Find the Beginning of a Desired Programme (VISS=VHS Index Search System). 17 To Search for a Desired Programme While Checking the Recorded Contents on a Cassette (Intro-Jet Scan)... 17 Editing... 18 Assemble Editing... 18 Connecting the VCR to a Decoder/ Connecting the VCR to a Stereo Amplifier. 19 Connecting the VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Digital Receiver... 20
Connecting and Setting Up
Connecting the VCR to a TV.. 7

Playback

Playback.... 10
Various Settings Recording
Recording... 11 To Select the Recording Duration and Perform Timer Recording (OTR Recording).. 12 Linked Timer Recordings with a Digital Receiver. 12 Tuning and Assigning the TV Stations Available in Your Area to the Programme Positions (Manual Tuning).. 21 Restarting the Auto Setup/ Resetting the VCR to the Shipping Condition.. 24 Setting the VCRs Clock... 25 Other Convenient Functions (Various Settings). 26

Timer Recording

Timer Recording... 13 To Programme with the On Screen Display (OSD). 13 To Programme with the ShowView Function.. 14 Other Timer Recordings and Convenient Functions. 15 To select a Timer-Recorded Programme from the List and Quickly Locate Its Beginning for Automatic Playback (Programme List Search).. 16

Helpful Hints

Glossary.... 29 Before Requesting Service.. 31 Adjusting the Playback Picture.. 32 Cautions... 33 Specifications... Back cover

Controls and Components

Keep this page open as you read through the Operating Instructions. Refer to it for the control and component names and numbers which appear in the text.

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REC/OTR

TIMER REC

AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

AV1 (TV)

AUDIO OUT L

AC IN~ SECTEUR~

RF OUT

VCR TV TV/TEXT

TRACKING/V-LOCK

VOLUME

9 : o p = > ? @

INPUT SELECT

L K J I H G F E D C B A

S R T Q P

REPLAY OSD/DISPLAY SEARCH SHOW VIEW REC

AV LINK

PROG./CHECK CANCEL RESET TV ASPECT

SP/LP TIMER REC

SP/LP TIMER REC AV LINK
See page 4. (VCR Operation) See page 6. (TV Operation)
Preparing the Remote Control

VCR Operation

When you want to operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. 2 Numeric buttons To select the programme positions (199) of the VCR. Example: 09: 9 19:
Inserting Remote Control Batteries
1 Slide off the battery cover.

2 + 3 +

To enter a ShowView number. To enter numbers for various settings. 6 No function = Tape Counter Reset button To reset the tape counter (elapsed time) to 0:00.00. The tape counter is automatically reset to 0:00.00 when a video cassette is inserted. @ No function O Infra-red transmitter T Child Lock Function buttons (Convenient function to prevent unauthorized use) This function deactivates all buttons on the VCR and the remote control. Use this function, when you do not want other people to operate the VCR. To Activate the Child Lock Function: 1 Hold down the OK and the OFF (i) buttons T simultaneously until the ! hold indication appears " in the VCR display. If you press a button while the Child Lock function is on, the ! hold indication appears in the VCR " display to inform you that no operation is possible.

For Normal Playback:

Press the Play button H.

For Cue Playback:

During playback, tap the Fast Forward button G. To return to normal playback, press the Play button H. If you press and hold down the Fast Forward button G, cue playback continues for as long as you keep the button pressed.
To Play Back a Recorded Part Repeatedly
Press the Play button H on the remote control for more than 5 seconds. The R indication appears on the On Screen Display. If OSD is set to OFF (See page 26), the R indication will not appear in repeat playback mode.
Beginning of Tape Repeat Playback PLAY End of Recorded Part

For Review Playback:

During playback, tap the Rewind button 8. To return to normal playback, press the Play button H. If you press and hold down the Rewind button 8, review playback continues for as long as you keep the button pressed.
Control Signal Interruption (at least 5 sec.)

R 0:00:29

REWIND
Indication of the Repeat Playback mode

For Still Playback:

During playback, press the Pause/Slow button 7. To return to normal playback, press the Play button H or the Pause/Slow button 7.
To Cancel the Repeat Playback Mode: Press the Stop button 9.

For Slow Playback:

During playback, keep the Pause/Slow button 7 pressed for 2 seconds or more. To return to normal playback, press the Play button H.
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 4, 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 4. If you press the REPLAY button 4 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 4, 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 4, 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 4 was pressed.
Fast-forwarding or Rewinding the Tape:
To fast-forward the tape: Press the Fast Forward button G in the stop mode. To rewind the tape: Press the Rewind button 8 in the stop mode. To stop fast-forwarding or rewinding, press the Stop button 9. To briefly view the picture during fast-forwarding or rewinding, press and hold down the corresponding button.

To Stop Playback

Press the Stop button 9.

Recording

To Stop Playback Automatically (Playback Off Timer Function)

Notes: Always connect the Digital Receiver to be used for timer recordings to the AV2 socket of this VCR using a 21-pin cable. Linked timer recordings are not counted in the total time of timer recording programmings. Make sure that the date and time of the linked timer recording does not conflict with that of a VCR. If programmed recordings do overlap, either linked timer recording or timer recording of VCR have the priority.
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: By entering the necessary information with the remote control while viewing the On Screen Display (OSD) on the TV screen (explained below) or; By entering the ShowView number published alongside the TV programme listings in newspapers and magazines (see page 14). This VCR lets you programme up to 8 TV programmes (including weekly and daily programmes) for unattended recording up to one month in advance.
Press the SP/LP button D to set the desired tape speed. SP provides standard recording time and optimum picture quality. LP provides doubled recording time with slightly reduced picture quality. Regarding the A indication, refer to page 15. Press the Cursor button (!" ) P to set VPS/PDC to ON or OFF ( ). See page 15 for VPS/PDC recording. Press the TAPE button B to select the corresponding cassette tape length. (See page 26.) Press the OK button R to conclude the settings. To programme additional VCR Timer recording timer recordings, repeat Pos Start Stop SP VPS Name DATE ON OFF LP PDC ZDF 27/10 20:00 21:30 SP ON operation steps 29. : :
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To Programme with the On Screen Display (OSD)
This method offers easy step-by-step programming with the remote control while you view the prompts on the TV screen. Preparations Confirm that the VCR is on. Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. Example: Programming the timer recording of a TV programme broadcast on programme position 2 (ZDF) from 20:00 to 21:30 on 27 October. Follow the on screen operation guide. Operations
Press the TIMER REC button C to switch the VCR over to the timer recording standby mode. Check that is lit on the VCR display. If it is flashing, check the timer recording details again. (See page 15.)
To Suspend the Timer Recording Standby Mode
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Press the Channel buttons : to select the programme position of the desired TV station. As an alternative method, after pressing the Channel button :, you can use the Cursor (3421) P. Press the DATE button ; to set the date on which the TV programme will be broadcast. Press the ON button F to set the starting time. When it is kept pressed, the indication changes in 30-minute intervals. Press the OFF button E to set the ending time.
However, after you have finished using the VCR, be sure to reactivate the timer recording standby mode by pressing the TIMER REC button C again, otherwise the programmed timer recording will not be performed.
Note: If the VCR is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording starting time, the indication flashes on the VCR display. In this case, press the TIMER REC button C to put the VCR in the timer recording standby mode.
Press the PROG./CHECK button < to display the menu for programming timer recordings on the TV screen. On Screen Display Alternatively, you can VCR Timer recording press the MENU button Pos Start Stop SP VPS Name DATE ON OFF LP PDC S and then select Timer : : : : : : recording. : :
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 C so that the indication on the VCR display disappears.
To Programme with the ShowView Function
The ShowView 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 ShowView number may be slightly longer than the actual duration of the TV programme. Preparations Confirm that the VCR is on. Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. Example: Programming a timer recording of a TV programme with the ShowView number 920126 Operations
If Appears under Pos/Name after Entering a ShowView 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 Auto Setup due to adverse reception conditions, the indication appears instead. In such a case, follow the operation steps below to correct it. Press the Channel buttons : repeatedly to select the programme position on which the TV programme to be recorded will be broadcast.

Timer recording Pos Name

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VCR SP LP

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Press the SHOW VIEW button K to display the menu for entering the ShowView number on the TV. Press the Numeric buttons 2 to enter the ShowView number. If you have entered a wrong digit, press the Cursor button (2) P and then enter the correct digit.

Start Stop DATE ON OFF

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VPS PDC

15:00 jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj

jj jj jj jj jj jj

jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj jj jj jj jj jj jj

indication

After you have entered the information of a TV station, it remains stored in the VCRs memory, and you do not need to enter it again in the future.

ShowView

Press the OK button R to display the programmed content. Press the SP/LP button D to set the desired tape speed. SP provides standard VCR Timer recording recording time and Pos Start Stop SP VPS Name DATE ON OFF LP PDC optimum picture quality. ZDF 27/10 20:00 21:30 SP ON : : : : LP provides doubled : : : : recording time with slightly reduced picture quality. Regarding the A indication, refer to page 15. To extend the ending time or to make any corrections, use the Cursor button (3421) P, the Channel buttons :, the DATE button ;, the ON button F, the OFF button E, the SP/LP button D. See page 15 for VPS/PDC recording.
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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 C so that the 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 C again, otherwise the programmed timer recording will not be performed. Note: If the VCR is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording starting time, the indication flashes on the VCR display. In this case, press the TIMER REC button C to put the VCR in the timer recording standby mode.

If your satellite receiver is equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket, use a 21-pin Scart cable to connect the VCR. For the connection to the TV, refer to page 7.
Be sure to keep the VCR, TV and satellite receiver switched off until you have finished all connections. For your safety, do not connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.
Satellite receiver (not supplied)
Aerial lead (not supplied)
Satellite receiver (not supplied) To an AC mains socket Aerial Output socket
RF coaxial cable (not supplied)

To an AC Mains socket

21-pin Scart socket 21-pin Scart cable If your satellite (not supplied) receiver has a VCR socket, connect the cable to it.
Connect the aerial lead to the Aerial Input socket on the satellite receiver. Connect the RF coaxial cable to the Aerial Output socket on the satellite receiver and to the Aerial Input socket c on the VCR. Connect the satellite receivers mains lead to an AC mains socket.
Connect a 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) to the AV2 21-pin Scart socket a on the VCR and to the 21-pin Scart socket on the satellite receiver. Connect the satellite receivers mains lead to an AC mains socket. Set AV2 to EXT or TIMER. For details, see page 27.
Hint: The RF output channel of the satellite receiver should be adjusted away from channel 36, which is used by the VCR, e.g. re-adjust to channel 33.
Tuning and Assigning the TV Stations Available in Your Area to the Programme Positions (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 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. Preparation Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. 4
To Enter or Change the Name of a TV Station
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations.
Pos 7 Name ARD ZDF N3 HR3 BR3 RB3 07

2 AUTO OFF PAL

Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display. 8 9
Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to obtain the best tuning condition. If you do not want to change the tuning condition, press the Cursor button (1) P to return to the original condition (AUTO). Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.

5 BRMAN. OFF PAL

To Change the Channel Number of an Already Tuned TV Station: You can change it in the same way as explained above. However, in step 4 select the programme position of the TV station that you want to change to another channel number, and after pressing the OK button R in step 5, use the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the entry field for Channel.
To Preset Pay TV Stations
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the pay TV station. Press the OK button R to display the Manual Tuning menu. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the entry field for Decoder. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select ON. ON: To preset pay TV stations. OFF: To preset normal TV stations. Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
List of TV Reception Channels
Channel Indication Hyperband TV Channel Germany/Italy Other Countries FE2E12 AH (Only Italy) 2169 S01S05 S1S3 S4S10 S11S20 FFS21S41 E2E12 p= 2169 S1S5 M1M3 M4M10 U1U10 S21S41

5 BRAUTO ON PAL

In Italy: H1.(11), H2.(12) Only for 8 MHz channel raster
To Change the Type of Video System (Colour TV system)
Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the TV station for which you want to change the type of video system. Press the OK button R to display the Manual Tuning menu.
To Facilitate the Following Operations with the Instruction Indications on the On Screen Display
To delete a programme position To insert a blank programme position To move a TV station to another programme position Use the coloured instruction indications displayed below the list of tuned TV stations and the corresponding coloured buttons. 1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned 4 HRTV stations. 5 BRPress the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the desired TV station.

Tuning Manual Auto-Setup Restart Shipping condition VCR
Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Auto-Setup Restart then press the OK button R to prepare for Auto Setup start. Press the OK button R again to actually start the Auto Setup.
Country Tuning : others : Ch 21
To Return the VCR to the Shipping Condition
If you want to reset the VCR to the factory preset condition, follow the operation steps below.
Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Shipping condition then press the OK button R to prepare for resetting the VCR to the shipping condition.
Press the OK button R to actually change the settings back to the shipping condition. To re-tune the VCR, disconnect and reconnect the AC Mains Cable.

Setting the VCRs Clock

Usually, the VCRs Auto Setup 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.
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 automatically. 1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Clock setting then press the OK button R. The Clock setting menu appears on the TV. Clock setting

Automatic

: ON : 20:30:24 : 16.10.05
To Manually Adjust the Clock
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Clock setting then press the OK button R. The Clock setting menu appears on the TV.
: OFF : 20:30:24 : 16.10.05
Clock setting Automatic Time Date
Use the Cursor buttons (34) P to set Automatic to ON.

Time Date

Confirm that Automatic is set to OFF, and then press the OK button R.
Use the Cursor buttons (3421) P to set the date and time. Instead of the Cursor buttons (3421) P, you can also use the numeric buttons 2 to set the date and time.
Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Under adverse reception conditions, etc., the Automatic time correction function may not work. 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. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display. Hints: If Automatic is set to ON when you open the Clock screen, do not set it to OFF, otherwise, the automatic time correcting function is deactivated. The built-in clock employs the 24-hour system. In case of a power failure, an automatic back-up system automatically maintains the operation of the clock for at least 60 minutes. When Automatic on the Clock setting menu is set to ON, the automatic time correction function checks and if necessary adjusts the time several times every day. The automatic time correction function only works when the VCR is switched off; it does not work in the timer recording standby mode. If Automatic is set to OFF and Power save to ON (see page 27), the time may not be maintained correctly. In this case, manually adjust the clock. If Automatic is set to ON and Power save to ON, the Automatic time correction function does not work while the VCR is turned off. However, as soon as it is turned on, the Automatic time correction function is activated and the clock is set correctly.

Other Convenient Functions (Various Settings)
For Automatic Display on the TV Screen of the TV Station Information, etc.
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

Functions VCR

Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Functions then press the OK button R.
OSD Power save VCR display AV2 TV system Language Country

: : : : : : :

ON OFF DIMMED DECODER PAL English others
5 Tape length indicator At each press of the TAPE button B, the selected tape length is indicated. 2E-180: For E30, -60, -90, -120 and -180 tapes E-195: For E195 tape E-240: For E240 tape E-260 1: For E260 and -300 tapes Even if you have selected the correct tape length, the remaining tape time may not be indicated correctly with certain kinds of cassettes. 6 Tape running display Stop
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select OSD and the entry field for OSD in this order. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select ON. The TV station information, type of sound system of the programme being watched and the sound playback mode are displayed on the TV screen. Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
Rewind Fast Forward Playback Recording Repeat Playback
Indications that Can Be Displayed on the TV Screen with This Function: At a press of the OSD/DISPLAY button 5, the following indications appear on the TV screen.

ARD STEREO

7 Present time/Tape counter/Remaining tape time/Index Search/One-Touch Recording (OTR) /Playback Off Timer Function Present time Tape counter Remaining tape time Index Search One-Touch Recording (OTR) Playback Off Timer Function 17:24:31 p2:35.47 REMAIN 2:02 OTR 60 30

L R SP

A TV station name 2 STEREO or BILINGUAL Indicator (NV-FJ610EG/EGY Series, 2E-180 0:00:29 FJ606EG/EGY Series, FJ604EG 7 Series) When receiving a TV programme, the type of sound system in which it is broadcast is automatically indicated. STEREO, M1 and M2 Indicator (NV-FJ610EC/ECM/ECY Series, FJ606EC/ECM Series, FJ604ECM Series) When receiving a TV programme with the Stereo, Bilingual or NICAM sound system, the type of sound system in which it is broadcast is automatically indicated. STEREO: When receiving a Stereo/NICAM stereo broadcast. M1/M2: When receiving a Bilingual/NICAM dual-sound broadcast. M1: When receiving a NICAM monaural broadcast. 3 Sound mode during playback (L/R) At each press of the AUDIO button ?, the selected playback sound is indicated with L (Left) and R (Right). Stereo playback: The L and R indications are displayed. Left audio channel playback: The L indication alone is displayed. Right audio channel playback: The R indication alone is displayed. Playback of normal audio track: Neither L nor R indication is displayed. 4 Tape speed indicator

Notes: If OSD is set to OFF, none of the above indications appear. None of the above indications appear during special playback. During playback and when the AV input for the external source is selected, indications A and 2 do not appear. Some of the above indications do not appear when using NTSC tapes.
For Reduced the VCRs Power Consumption When the VCR Is Switched Off
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Functions then press the OK button R.

Functions

OSD Power save VCR display AV2 TV system Language Country : : : : : : :
For Automatic Change of the Brightness of the VCR Display When the VCR Is Switched Off
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select Power save and the entry field for Power save in this order. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select ON or OFF. ON: In this setting, the power consumption is greatly minimised when the VCR is turned off (Standby mode). In this case, the following happens: The item VCR display is automatically set to OFF. To turn the VCR on, keep the VCR-ON/OFF button 1 pressed on the VCR main unit. It is not possible to turn it on with the remote control. The Power save function works only when the VCR is turned off (Standby mode). It does not operate in the timer recording standby mode. After all programmed timer recordings have been made, and after all programmed data have been erased, the VCR switches over to the Power save mode. When the VCR is off, Pay TV programmes cannot be watched on the TV because the signal from the connected decoder is not looped through. To watch them, turn on the VCR. OFF: In this setting, the power consumption is not reduced when the VCR is turned off (Standby mode).
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select VCR display and the entry field for VCR display in this order. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select the desired condition. When the VCR is switched off, the brightness of the VCR display is as follows: ON: Indications are brightly lit. OFF: Indications are not lit. DIMMED: Indications are dimly lit. Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
To Set the Type of External Source Equipment that Is Connected to the AV2 21-pin Scart Socket
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select AV2 and DECODER, TIMER or EXT in this order. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select the type of external source equipment which is connected to the VCRs AV2 21-pin socket. Set the external source equipment as follows: DECODER: When a decoder is connected. TIMER: When a digital receiver is connected. When this is set, it is possible to have timer recordings for a Digital Receiver execute automatically simply by switching the Digital Receiver into timer standby mode and then switching this VCR into timer recording standby mode. (See page 12.) EXT: When another VCR or a satellite receiver is connected.

Before requesting service, please check the following points.
On Screen Display Messages
The error messages are given in brackets [ ]. [Please insert video tape!] You pressed the REC button I (REC/OTR button ^), the Play button H, the Fast Forward button G, the Rewind button 8 or the SEARCH button L when no cassette was inserted in the VCR. Insert a video cassette. [Please use tape with unbroken recording tab!] You pressed the REC button I (REC/OTR 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] You pressed the SHOW VIEW button K 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 C even though no timer recording has been programmed. Programme a timer recording before pressing the TIMER REC button C. [Please put VCR into stop mode first] 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.
The VCR Does Not Work Correctly
The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks . The VCR display is not illuminated. The AC mains lead is disconnected. Connect the AC mains lead securely. VCR display setting is OFF. Set VCR display to ON or DIMMED. (See page 27.) Power save setting is ON. Set Power save to OFF. (See page 27.) The VCR display is illuminated, but the VCR cannot be operated. The VCR is in the timer recording standby mode. Press the TIMER REC button C to cancel the standby mode. 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 TV 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. Teletext information is not available or cannot be read. Set the clock manually.
Playback Does Not Work Properly
Other messages may also appear. Follow the instructions given on the TV screen. 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. The tracking adjustment is not correct. Adjust the tracking. (See page 32.) The TVs 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. 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.

Recording Is Not Possible or Does Not Work Properly
The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks . When recording is attempted, the 1 indication flashes. 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. 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. No programme was recorded because the AV input (A1 or A2) was selected on the VCR. Select the programme position of the desired TV programme. Timer recording does not work correctly. Time and date are not set or they are set incorrectly. Set the time and date correctly. 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 C to put the VCR in the timer recording standby mode. Recording from an external source connected to the VCRs AV input cannot be made. The correct AV input (A1 or A2) is not selected. Select the correct AV input (A1 or A2). The connections from the external source are not made correctly. Correct them. (See page 18.)
Adjusting the Playback Picture
Under normal conditions, the VCR automatically adjusts 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 M I (s) or J (i) until the bars noise disappear. If the noise bars appear during still playback, switch the VCR over to the slow playback mode and then adjust the tracking as explained above.

TV screen

Playback picture containing noise bars
To Return to Auto Tracking: Press the Channel buttons M I (s) and J (i) simultaneously.
If the Still Picture Scrolls Up or Down (V-Lock Adjustment): If the still picture scrolls up or down, perform the following operation. During still playback, keep the Channel button M I (s) or J (i) pressed until the picture stops scrolling.
Precautions: With certain TV models and tapes, it may not be possible to adjust the tracking. If 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.

Head cleaning by a service center is not covered by warranty.
Stacking Install the VCR in a horizontal position and do not place anything heavy on it.
Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use any cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Also do not use compressed air to remove dust.

Specifications

Power Source: Power Consumption: Power Consumption When in Standby Mode:
220240 V AC 50/60 Hz 21 W Approx. 3 W (When Power save function is activated)
Video Recording System: Video Heads: Audio Heads: Tape Speed: Tape Format: Record/Playback Time: FF/REW Time: VIDEO Television System: Modulation System: Input Level: Output Level: AUDIO Input Level: Output Level: Audio Track: Video Horizontal Resolution: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Dynamic Range: Audio Frequency Response: Wow and Flutter: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Weight: Dimensions: Standard Accessories:
2 rotary heads, helical scanning system 4 heads 2 heads (Hi-Fi) SP; 23.39 mm/s LP; 11.7 mm/s VHS tape SP; 240 min with NV-E240 LP; 480 min with NV-E240 approx. 60 s with NV-E180
CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal Luminance; FM azimuth recording Colour signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording AV1/AV2; 1.0 Vp-p, AV1/AV2; 1.0 Vp-p, RF Modulated; UHF channel (2169), AV1/AV2; AV1/AV2; AUDIO OUT (PHONO); 1 track (Normal-mono only), 2 channels
75 ohm, terminated 75 ohm, terminated 75 ohm
s6 dBV, more than 10 kohm s6 dBV, less than 1 kohm s6 dBV, less than 1 kohm (Hi-Fi sound-stereo)
Colour; more than 240 lines (SP) Video; more than 43 dB (SP) Audio; more than 90 dB (Hi-Fi audio track) 20 Hz20 kHz/Hi-Fi 0.005% Wrms/Hi-Fi 5uC40uC 35%80% 3.9 kg 430 (W)a87 (H)a303 (D) mm 1 pc. RF Coaxial cable 1 pc. Remote Control (EUR571739) 2 pcs. R6 size batteries 1 pc. AC mains lead
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P Box 288, Osaka 530-91, Japan.O.

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2 Insert the batteries with the polarity (+ and -) correctly aligned.
3 Replace the battery cover.
Notes for Battery Replacement: The service life of the batteries is approximately 1 year. However, it varies considerably depending on the frequency of use. When they are exhausted, replace them with two AA, UM3, or R6 size batteries. When the batteries are exhausted, remove them immediately and dispose of them correctly. Make sure that the batteries are inserted with the polarity (+ and -) correctly aligned. Do not mix old battery with new battery. Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese. Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries. When you do not use the remote control for a long time, take out the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place.

VCR display

If the Sliding Cover of the Remote Control Becomes Detached
Indication when the Child Lock function is activated
To Cancel the Child Lock Function: 1 Hold down the OK and the OFF (i) buttons T 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. Z Cassette compartment [ Infra-red Remote Control Receiver window ] VCR display
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 below, and pushing it down until it clicks into position. It is not possible to fit the sliding cover in place by pushing or sliding it on from the bottom end of the remote control.

Correct

Warning and Important Information

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

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.

TV Operation

The explanations below show you what functions individual buttons have when the VCR/TV switch N is set to TV. 1 TV-ON/OFF button To switch the TV on from standby mode (OFF) or vice versa. 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 2 AV button 3 Channel button M 2 Numeric buttons To select the programme positions (199) on the TV. 3 AV button To select the desired AV input on the TV. M Channel button To select the desired programme position (TV station) on the TV. U Teletext buttons If your TV is equipped for Teletext reception, you can use these buttons to change the teletext information displayed on the screen and select desired information. For details, refer to your TVs operating instructions. V TV ASPECT button To switch the screen format between the wide-screen and other formats. W VOLUME button To adjust the volume of the TV. X TV/TEXT button To switch between normal TV mode and teletext mode.
Connecting the VCR to a TV

Method 1.

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using RF coaxial cable and 21-pin Scart cable, then follow the steps below. (AV Connection)

Aerial (not supplied)

TV (not supplied)

AC Input socket _

Aerial Input socket
21- Scart cable to AV1 (not supplied)
21-pin Scart socket To AC Mains socket

AC Mains lead (supplied)

RF Coaxial cable (supplied) Must be connected to watch TV channels even if 21-pin Scart cable is used to connect VCR to TV.
After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 8).

or Method 2.

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using only RF coaxial cable, then follow the steps below. (RF Connection)
Aerial lead (not supplied) TV (not supplied)
RF Coaxial cable (supplied) Must be connected to watch TV channels. To AC Mains socket
After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 9).
Aerial lead (not supplied)
If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using Method 1, follow the operations explained below.

Auto Setup Function

The Auto Setup function automatically tunes all available TV stations and sets the VCRs clock to the current date and time. If the tuning and time/date settings are not correct, performing timer recordings is not possible. Follow the operations explained below to set them correctly. Switch the TV on. Select the AV input on your TV. Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. Press the VCR-ON/OFF button 1 to switch the VCR on. The Country setting menu appears on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the country where you are using the VCR. Press the OK button R and the VCRs Auto Setup automatically starts and tunes all available TV stations and also sets the clock. This takes about 5 minutes.

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.

Erasure prevention tab

Use a screwdriver or similar tool to break out the 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 I, the 1 indication flashes on the VCR display to indicate that recording is not possible. Adhesive tape 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.
To Stop the OTR Recording Before the End: Press the Stop button 9.

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: By entering the necessary information with the remote control while viewing the On Screen Display (OSD) on the TV screen (explained below) or ; By entering the ShowView number published alongside the TV programme listings in newspapers and magazines (see page 14). This VCR lets you programme up to 8 TV programmes (including weekly and daily programmes) for unattended recording up to one month in advance.
Press the Cursor buttons (3421 P to set 3421) 3421 VPS/PDC to ON or OFF ( ). See page 15 for VPS/PDC recording. Press the TAPE button B to select the corresponding cassette tape length. (See page 24.) Press the OK button R to conclude the settings. To programme additional VCR Timer recording timer recordings, Pos Start Stop repeat operation steps 28. Name DATE ON OFF SP VPS PDC
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To Programme with the On Screen Display (OSD)
This method offers easy step-by-step programming with the remote control while you view the prompts on the TV screen. Preparations Confirm that the VCR is on. Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. Example: Programming the timer recording of a TV programme broadcast on programme position 2 (ZDF) from 20:00 to 21:30 on 27 October. Follow the on screen operation guide. Operations
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20:00 jj:jj jj:jj

jj jj jj jj jj jj jj jj jj jj
jj:jj jj:jj jj jj jj jj jj jj jj jj jj jj

Timer recording Pos Name

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VCR VPS PDC

Start Stop DATE ON OFF
jj/jj jj/jj jj/jj jj/jj jj jj jj jj jj jj
15:00 jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj

jj jj jj jj jj jj

jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj jj jj jj jj jj jj

indication

After you have entered the information of a TV station, it remains stored in the VCRs memory, and you do not need to enter it again in the future.
Press the SHOW VIEW button K to display the menu for entering the ShowView number on the TV. Press the Numeric buttons 2 to enter the ShowView number. If you have entered a wrong digit, press the Cursor button (2) P and then enter the correct digit.

ShowView

Press the OK button R to display the programmed content. To extend the ending time or VCR Timer recording to make any corrections, use Pos Start Stop VPS Name DATE ON OFF SP PDC the Cursor buttons (3421) ZDF 27/10 20:00 21:30 SP ON : : : : P, the Channel buttons :, the : : : : DATE button ;, the ON button F or the OFF button E. See page 15 for VPS/PDC recording.
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Press the TAPE button B to select the corresponding cassette tape length. (See page 24.) Press the OK button R again to conclude the settings. Timer recording To programme additional Pos Start Stop Name DATE ON OFF timer recordings, repeat ZDF 27/10 20:00 21:30 : : : : operation steps 15. : :
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Other Timer Recordings and Convenient Functions
Setting the Recording Date/Day(s)
Perform this operation in operation step 3 when programming a timer recording with the On Screen Display (see page 13), or in operation step 4 when programming with the ShowView number (see page 14). You can select the recording date (day of the month/day of the week) by pressing the DATE button ;. If you repeatedly press the i side of the DATE button ;, the indication changes in the order shown below. If you press the p side of the DATE button ;, the indication changes in the opposite order. Programming a timer recording (setting the date) is possible up to one month ahead of the TV programmes broadcasting date and time. Daily and weekly timer recordings will continue until you cancel them.

To Check the Contents of Timer Recording Programmings
Display the VCR picture on the TV. Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. 1 Press the PROG./CHECK button < to display the timer recording programmings on the TV screen. When the VCR is in the timer recording standby mode for a VPS/PDC recording, the On Screen Display may be distorted. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.

ZDF ARD N3 ZDF

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VCR Start Stop ON OFF

20:00 19:00 21:00 17:30 jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj

27/10 30/10 Su Su-Sa

jj/jj jj/jj jj/jj jj jj

SP SP SP SP

jj jj jj jj

VPS PDC

ON ON ON ON

jjj jjj jjj jjj

21:30 20:00 23:30 18:00 jj:jj jj:jj jj:jj
<To Programme within 1 Month> Example: 1 2.. 31 <To Programme a Daily Timer Recording> Example: Daily recording from Sunday to Saturday (Su-Sa). Daily recording from Monday to Saturday (Mo-Sa). Daily recording from Monday to Friday (Mo-Fr). <To Programme a Weekly Timer Recording > Example: Weekly recording every Sunday Weekly recording every Monday Weekly recording every Saturday (Su = Sunday, Mo = Monday, Tu = Tuesday, We = Wednesday, Th = Thursday, Fr = Friday, Sa = Saturday)
To Change a Timer Recording Programming
It is not possible to change a programming while the timer recording is being performed. Display the VCR picture on the TV. Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. 3 Press the PROG./CHECK button < to display the timer recording programmings on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select the programming that you want to change. Follow the operations below to change the programmed contents. To change the broadcasting station: Use the Channel buttons :. VCR To change the date of the timer Timer recording Pos Start Stop VPS recording: Name DATE ON OFF SP PDC ZDF 27/10 20:00 21:30 SP ON Use the DATE button ;. ARD 30/10 19:00 20:00 SP ON N3 Su 21:00 23:30 SP ON ZDF Su-Sa 17:30 18:00 SP ON To change the recording : : : : : : starting time: Use the ON button F. To change the recording ending time: Use the OFF button E.
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VPS stands for Video Programme System. PDC stands for Programme Delivery Control. If a TV programme, for example a football game runs longer than scheduled, is shortened or starts earlier or later, this function synchronises the recording start and stop with the actual broadcasting start and stop of the TV programme. Conditions for correct operation of the VPS/PDC function: ON must be displayed under VPS/PDC on the On Screen Display. The TV station must broadcast VPS/PDC signals. The programme starting time must be set correctly to the starting time listed in the newspaper/magazine. To Activate the VPS/PDC Function: In operation step 6 when VCR Timer recording programming a timer recording with Pos Start Stop VPS ON OFF the On Screen Display (see page 13), Name DATE 20:00 21:30 SP PDC ZDF 27/10 SP ON : : : : or in operation step 3 when programming with the ShowView number (see page 14), press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to make the ON indication appear. See page 26 for details.
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Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
Setting for Control of the Recording Starting and Ending Time by Special Signal Included in the Broadcasting Signal (VPS/PDC Function)
To Cancel the Programming of a Timer Recording
It is not possible to cancel a programming while the timer recording is being performed. Display the VCR picture on the TV. Set the VCR/TV switch N to VCR. 1 Press the PROG./CHECK button < to display the timer recording programmings on the TV screen.
To select a Timer-Recorded Programme from the List and Quickly Locate Its Beginning for Automatic Playback (Programme List Search)

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20:00 19:00 21:00 17:30 jj:jj
21:30 20:00 23:30 18:00 jj:jj
Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select the programming that you want to cancel. Press the CANCEL > button.

Timer recording

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 Programme List Search 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. The VCR must not be in the timer recording standby mode. A programme of at least 15 minutes must be recorded on the tape. If a timer recording was performed onto a recorded video cassette, the previous recording must have been completely erased by the new recording. Preparation Display the VCR picture on the TV. Operations 1 Press the SEARCH button L to display the Programme List menu. 2 3

To Search for a Desired Programme While 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: When you start a recording by pressing the REC button I, or REC/OTR button ^. When a timer recording starts. When you press the REC button I on the remote control during recording. Conditions for correct operation of the Intro-Jet Scan function: The cassette must have been ejected after the timer recordings were performed. VCR must be switched on, be in the playback mode or be in the standby mode. Each programme recorded on the tape must be at least 15 minutes long.
Preparations Display the VCR picture on the TV. Insert a recorded video cassette. Operations 1 Press the SEARCH button L to start the Intro-Jet Scan. After rewinding the tape to the beginning, the VCR plays it back at high speed for approximately 10 seconds. It then fast-forwards the tape to the next tape position marked by an index signal (beginning of a programme), and every time an index signal is found, the VCR switches over to high-speed playback (Cue) for about 10 seconds.
Beginning of tape Index signal Programme 1 Rewinding Programme 2 Present tape position Programme 3
High-speed Playback (Cue)

Fast-forwarding

When you have found the programme that you want to view, press the Play button H to start normal playback.
To Cancel the Intro-Jet Scan or to Stop Playback: Press the Stop button 9.
Note: If you press the SEARCH button L after a timer recording has finished, but before ejecting that cassette, the Programme List Search (for details, see page 16) will be activated instead of the Intro-Jet Scan.
Hints: Searching in either direction is possible up to the 20th index signal. If you press either of the INDEX buttons J too many times, simply press the other INDEX button J (indicating the opposite direction) to correct it. In this way, you can reduce the displayed figure down to 1. The figure on the VCR display decreases by 1 every time an index signal is located.

To Enter or Change the Name of a TV Station
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations.

Tuning VCR

Pos 7 Name ARD ZDF N3 HR3 BR3 RB3 07
To Change the Order in Which the TV Stations Are Assigned to the Programme Positions
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R.
Main menu Timer recording Tuning VCR
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select a programme position whose TV station name is indicated as.
Press the OK button R to display the Manual Tuning menu.

Clock setting Functions

Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the entry field for Name.

Tuning Manual

Pos Name Channel Fine tuning Video system
: 7 : SFB3 : 39 : AUTO : PAL
Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select the TV station that you want to assign to a different programme position.
Auto-Setup Restart Shipping condition
Use the Cursor buttons (3421) P and OK button R to enter the station name. If the station name needs a blank space, select the blank between Z and. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the entry field for Pos. Press the Numeric buttons 2 to enter the number of the desired programme position.
: 5 : BR3 : 18 : AUTO : PAL
Hint: If you want to abort the entering or changing of the TV station name in step 7 above, press the EXIT button Q. However, as the characters that you have entered are stored as the station name, be sure to enter the correct name.
To Enter Newly Available TV Stations
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select an unused programme position. Press the OK button R to display the Manual Tuning menu. Press the Numeric buttons 2 to enter the channel number of the desired TV station. Wait a few moments until the desired TV station has been tuned.

Pos Name ARD ZDF N3 HR3 BR3 RB3 07
To Obtain the Best Tuning Condition
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the TV station for which you want to obtain the best tuning condition. Press the OK button R to display the Manual Tuning menu. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the entry field for Fine tuning.
: 8 : 08 : 2 : AUTO : PAL
Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display. 8 9
Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to obtain the best tuning condition. If you do not want to change the tuning condition, press the Cursor button (1) P to return to the original condition (AUTO). Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
: 5 : BR3 : 18 : MAN. : PAL
To Change the Channel Number of an Already Tuned TV Station: You can change it in the same way as explained above. However, in step 4 select the programme position of the TV station that you want to change to another channel number, and after pressing the OK button R in step 5, use the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the entry field for Channel.
List of TV Reception Channels
Channel Indication Hyperband TV Channel Germany/Italy Other Countries FE2E12 AH (Only Italy) 2169 S01S05 S1S3 S4S10 S11S20 FFS21S41 E2E12 p= 2169 S1S5 M1M3 M4M10 U1U10 S21S41
In Italy: H1.(11), H2.(12) Only for 8 MHz channel raster
To Change the Type of Video System (Colour TV system)
Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations. Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the TV station for which you want to change the type of video system. Press the OK button R to display the Manual Tuning menu.
To Facilitate the Following Operations with the Instruction Indications on the On Screen Display
To delete a programme position To insert a blank programme position To move a TV station to another programme position Use the coloured instruction indications displayed below the list of tuned TV stations and the corresponding coloured buttons. 1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Tuning then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Manual then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned 4 HRTV stations. 5 BRPress the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select the desired TV station.

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Press the OK button R to actually change the settings back to the shipping condition. To re-tune the VCR, disconnect and reconnect the AC Mains Cable.

Setting the VCRs Clock

Usually, the VCRs Auto Setup 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.
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 automatically. 1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Clock setting then press the OK button R. The Clock setting menu appears on the TV. Clock setting

Automatic

: ON : 20:30:24 : 16.10.05
To Manually Adjust the Clock
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Clock setting then press the OK button R. The Clock setting menu Clock setting appears on the TV.

Automatic Time Date

: OFF : 20:30:24 : 16.10.05
Use the Cursor buttons (34) P to set Automatic to ON.

Time Date

Confirm that Automatic is set to OFF, and then press the OK button R. Use the Cursor buttons (3421) P to set the date and time. VCR Instead of the Cursor buttons Clock setting (3421) P, you can also use : OFF Automatic the numeric buttons 2 to set the : 20:30:24 Time : 16.10.05 Date date and time.
Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Under adverse reception conditions, etc., the Automatic time correction function may not work. 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. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display.
Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display. Hints: If Automatic is set to ON when you open the Clock screen, do not set it to OFF, otherwise, the automatic time correcting function is deactivated. The built-in clock employs the 24-hour system. In case of a power failure, an automatic back-up system automatically maintains the operation of the clock for at least 60 minutes. When Automatic on the Clock setting menu is set to ON, the automatic time correction function checks and if necessary adjusts the time several times every day. The automatic time correction function only works when the VCR is switched off; it does not work in the timer recording standby mode. If Automatic is set to OFF and Power save to ON (see page 24), the time may not be maintained correctly. In this case, manually adjust the clock. If Automatic is set to ON and Power save to ON, the Automatic time correction function does not work while the VCR is turned off. However, as soon as it is turned on, the Automatic time correction function is activated and the clock is set correctly.

Other Convenient Functions (Various Settings)
For Automatic Display on the TV Screen of the TV Station Information, etc.
1 Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

Functions VCR

Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Functions then press the OK button R.
OSD Power save VCR display TV system Language Country

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ON OFF DIMMED PAL English others
Notes: If OSD is set to OFF, none of the above indications appear. None of the above indications appear during special playback. During playback and when the AV input for the external source is selected, indication A does not appear. Some of the above indications do not appear when using NTSC tapes.
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select OSD and the entry field for OSD in this order. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select ON. The TV station information, type of sound system of the programme being watched and the sound playback mode are displayed on the TV screen. Press the OK button R to conclude the setting. Press the EXIT button Q to exit the On Screen Display. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select Functions then press the OK button R.
For Reduced the VCRs Power Consumption When the VCR Is Switched Off

Functions

OSD Power save VCR display TV system Language Country : : : : : : ON OFF DIMMED PAL English others
Indications that Can Be Displayed on the TV Screen with This Function: 1 At a press of the OSD/DISPLAY button 5, the following indications ARD appear on the TV screen. A TV station name
Press the Cursor buttons (3421) P to select Power save and the entry field for Power save in this order. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select ON or OFF. ON: In this setting, the power consumption is greatly minimised when the VCR is turned off (Standby mode). In this case, the following happens: The item VCR display is automatically set to OFF. To turn the VCR on, keep the VCR-ON/OFF button 1 pressed on the VCR main unit. It is not possible to turn it on with the remote control. The Power save function works only when the VCR is turned off (Standby mode). It does not operate in the timer recording standby mode. After all programmed timer recordings have been made, and after all programmed data have been erased, the VCR switches over to the Power save mode. OFF: In this setting, the power consumption is not reduced when the VCR is turned off (Standby mode).

Head cleaning by a service center is not covered by warranty.
Stacking Install the VCR in a horizontal position and do not place anything heavy on it.
Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use any cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Also do not use compressed air to remove dust.

Specifications

Power Source: Power Consumption: Power Consumption When in Standby Mode:
220240 V AC 50/60 Hz 19 W Approx. 3 W (When Power save function is activated)
Video Recording System: Video Heads: Tape Speed: Tape Format: Record/Playback Time: FF/REW Time: VIDEO Television System: Modulation System: Input Level: Output Level: AUDIO Input Level: Output Level: Audio Track: Video Horizontal Resolution: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Audio Frequency Response: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Weight: Dimensions: Standard Accessories:
2 rotary heads, helical scanning system 2 heads SP; 23.39 mm/s VHS tape SP; 240 min with NV-E240 approx. 60 s with NV-E180
CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal Luminance; FM azimuth recording Colour signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording AV1; 1.0 Vp-p, AV1; 1.0 Vp-p, RF Modulated; UHF channel (2169), AV1; AV1; 1 track (Normal-mono only) Colour; more than 240 lines (SP) Video; more than 43 dB (SP) Audio; more than 43 dB (SP) 80 Hz`8 kHz ` 5 eC`40 eC ` 35 %`80 % ` 3.9 kg 430 (W)a87 (H)a303 (D) mm 1 pc. RF Coaxial cable 1 pc. Remote Control (EUR571739) 2 pcs. R6 size batteries 1 pc. AC mains lead `6 dBV, `6 dBV,
75 ohm, terminated 75 ohm, terminated 75 ohm more than 10 kohm less than 1 kohm
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P Box 288, Osaka 530-91, Japan.O.