NV-SD230B - Videorekorder PANASONIC - Kostenlose Bedienungsanleitung

Produkttyp	Videorekorder
Marke	Panasonic
Modell	NV-SD230B / NV-SD230BL
Abmessungen (B x H x T)	430 mm x 87 mm x 297 mm
Gewicht	ca. 4 kg
Stromversorgung	220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Leistungsaufnahme	19 W
Bandformat	VHS
Bandgeschwindigkeit	SP: 23,39 mm/s, LP: 11,7 mm/s
Videoaufzeichnungssystem	2 Rotationsköpfe, Schrägspurabtastung
Fernbedienung	Infrarot-Fernbedienung mit Batterien (2x AA/R6)
Timeraufnahme	Bis zu 8 Programme, bis zu 1 Monat im Voraus, mit Video Plus+ und On-Screen-Display
PDC	Programmgesteuerte Aufnahme (PDC) für automatische Start-/Stoppsteuerung
Suchfunktionen	Intro-Jet Scan, VHS-Index-Suchsystem, Timer-Aufnahmebestätigung
Anschlüsse	Scart (AV1, AV2), HF-Ein-/Ausgang, Antenneneingang
Kopfreinigung	Bei Verschmutzung der Videoköpfe Fachwerkstatt aufsuchen; nicht selbst reinigen
Sicherheitshinweise	Nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit aussetzen; Gehäuse nicht öffnen; Netzstecker ziehen bei Störungen
Betriebstemperatur	5 °C bis 40 °C
Luftfeuchtigkeit	35 %–80 %
Lieferumfang	Netzkabel, HF-Koaxialkabel, Fernbedienung, 2 Batterien

Häufig gestellte Fragen - NV-SD230B PANASONIC

Wie stelle ich die Uhrzeit manuell ein?

Drücken Sie MENU, wählen Sie Uhr und stellen Sie Automatik auf AUS. Geben Sie mit den Pfeiltassen die aktuelle Uhrzeit und das Datum ein, bestätigen Sie mit OK und beenden Sie mit EXIT.

Wie programmiere ich eine Timer-Aufnahme über das Menü?

Drücken Sie PROG./CHECK oder MENU → Timer-Aufnahme. Wählen Sie Programmplatz, Datum, Startzeit und Endzeit mit den Pfeiltasten und bestätigen Sie mit OK. Drücken Sie anschließend TIMER REC, um die Aufnahme zu aktivieren (□ leuchtet).

Was bedeutet die Meldung "Bitte Kassette einlegen!"?

Diese Meldung erscheint, wenn Sie REC, PLAY, FF oder REW drücken, ohne dass eine Kassette eingelegt ist. Legen Sie eine VHS-Kassette ein.

Wie kann ich die Aufnahme automatisch stoppen (OTR)?

Drücken Sie während der Aufnahme wiederholt die REC/OTR-Taste am Gerät. Die Dauer ändert sich in 30-Minuten-Schritten (30 → 60 → 120 → 180 → 240 Minuten). Der Rekorder schaltet sich nach Ablauf der Zeit aus.

Warum funktioniert die Fernbedienung nicht?

Überprüfen Sie: 1) VCR/TV-Schalter auf VCR gestellt, 2) Batterien richtig eingelegt (Polarität beachten) und nicht leer, 3) Sichtkontakt zum Infrarot-Empfänger, 4) Entfernung unter 7 m. Falls nötig, Batterien ersetzen.

Wie reinige ich die Videoköpfe?

Bei verschmutzten Köpfen (Bild rauscht oder fehlt) wenden Sie sich an eine Fachwerkstatt. Verwenden Sie keine handelsüblichen Reinigungskassetten, da diese die Köpfe beschädigen können. Die Reinigung ist nicht durch die Garantie abgedeckt.

Wie kann ich das Band an den Anfang einer Aufnahme springen (VISS)?

Drücken Sie die INDEX-Taste gefolgt von der gewünschten Anzahl von Aufnahmen (z. B. INDEX ▶▶ zweimal für die zweite Aufnahme vorwärts). Der Rekorder sucht die Indexsignale und startet die Wiedergabe automatisch.

Was tun, wenn das Bild bei der Wiedergabe rauscht?

Stellen Sie die Spurnachführung (Tracking) mit den Tasten ∨ und ∧ auf der Fernbedienung ein. Drücken Sie beide gleichzeitig, um zur automatischen Regelung zurückzukehren.

Kann ich auch NTSC-Kassetten abspielen?

Ja, dieser Rekorder gibt NTSC-Aufnahmen über einen PAL-Fernseher wieder. Das Bild kann jedoch schwanken oder schwarz-weiß sein; stellen Sie ggf. den V-HOLD-Regler am Fernseher ein. Dies ist keine Fehlfunktion.

Wie schalte ich den Kindersicherungsmodus ein?

Halten Sie auf der Fernbedienung gleichzeitig OK und OFF (+) gedrückt, bis im Display hold erscheint. Alle Tasten sind dann deaktiviert. Zum Ausschalten wiederholen Sie den Vorgang, bis hold verschwindet.

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG NV-SD230B PANASONIC

Panasonic

Video Cassette Recorder

NV-SD230B

NV-SD230BL

Operating Instructions

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VIDEOPlus

VHS

PAL

SUPER DRIVE

MULTI-INTELLIGENT CONTROL II

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.

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.

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.

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 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362.

Check for the ASTA mark 📂 or the BSI mark 🌐 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 fuse 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 AMP 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

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this 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 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 circumstance should either of these wires be connected to the each terminal of the three pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol .

How to replace the Fuse

- There are two types of the AC Mains Lead assembly: ① and ② as shown below.

1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.
2 Replace the fuse and fuse cover.

TYPEⒶ

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TYPE®

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Contents

Caution for AC Mains Lead 2

Unpacking 4

- How to Install the Batteries 4

Before US

Controls and their Functions 5

-Infra-red Remote Controller 5

- Main Unit 8

Connections

List of Connection and Setting Up Method 9

Connecting to a TV without a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal (RF Connection) -- 10

Connecting to a TV with a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal (AV Connection) ---- 11

Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or a Decoder 12

Auto Setup

Setting Up after Connecting to a TV without a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal ---- 13

Setting Up after Connecting to a TV with a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal ---- 15

Menu Functions

Menu Map Diagram 16

Settings of Display (Display) 17

Storing TV Broadcasts into your VCR (Tuning) 19

Setting the Clock of your VCR (Clock) 22

Settings of Functions (Functions) 23

Basic Operations

Playback 24

- Other Playback Functions 25

Manual Recording 26

●Other Recording Functions 26

●How to Stop the Recording automatically (One-Touch Recording = OTR) ---- 27

Timer Recording 28

●How to Programme with On Screen Display 28

●How to Programme with Video Plus+ PlusCode 32

Advanced Operations

Editing (Assembly Editing) 34

Search Functions 35

●How to Search while Checking the Video Cassette Contents (Intro-Jet Scan)---- 35

- How to Find the Beginning of Each Recording(VHS Index Search System=VISS) -- 36

Information

Terminology 37

Before Requesting Service 38

Precautions 40

Specifications 41

This VCR has an On Screen Display (OSD) function which allows for timer recording and various other settings.

The main operation buttons used in the function are listed below. These buttons are on the remote controller.

MENU: To make the On Screen Display Main menu appear on the TV screen.

To return to the previous screen.

EXIT: To exit the menu completely.

OK: To confirm the selection, or to store.

▲▼◀▶: To make selections from the On Screen Display.

These buttons can also be used for the playback, stop, rewind and fast forward mode.

RF coaxial cable for connecting between this VCR and a TV (1 pc.)

VJA0728-A or VJA0963-A

AC mains lead (1 pc.)

VJA0733 or VJA0940

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Batteries for the remote controller

(2 pcs.)

UM3 or R6 type

*The remote controller is powered by 2 "AA", "UM3" or "R6" size batteries. The life of the batteries is about one year, although this depends on the frequency of use.

Remote controller (1 pc.)

VEQ2042

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How to Install the Batteries

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- Load the new batteries with their polarity (⊕ and ⊖) aligned correctly.

- Do not apply heat to the batteries, or an internal short-circuit may occur.

- If you do not intend to use the remote controller for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool and dry place.

- Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose of them.

- Do not use an old and a new battery together, and never use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.

Controls and their Functions

Infra-red Remote Controller

VCR OPERATION

1 Timer Recording Operation Buttons

∨ ∧, DATE, ON, OFF:

To programme a timer recording.

PROG./CHECK:

To programme a timer recording.

To check and modify timer programmes.

CANCEL:

To cancel timer programmes.

PDC:

To set the PDC recording option or cancel the option.

SP/LP:

To select the tape speed desired for recording.

SP gives the best picture quality.

LP gives the longest recording time.

TIMER REC:

To turn the timer recording function on and off. □ is lit or not lit.

Once operating timer recording function, the normal VCR operation is not possible unless this button is set to off.

2 These buttons are not used to operate this VCR.

3 OSD/DISPLAY

When this button is pressed for the first time, it makes the On Screen Display appear on the TV screen. From the second time, it changes the VCR display indication as follows:

Clock→Counter→Remaining Tape Time

4 On Screen Display Menu Operation Buttons

The buttons with the green characters are used for the on screen display menu operation.

MENU: To make the On Screen Display Main menu appear on the TV screen.

To return to the previous screen.

EXIT: To exit the menu completely.

OK: To confirm the selection, or to store.

▲▼◀▶: To make selections from the On Screen Display.(When the On Screen Display is displayed.) These buttons can also be used for the playback, stop, rewind and fast forward mode.(When the On Screen Display is not displayed.)

5 Numeric Buttons

• To select the programme positions (1-99) of the VCR.

9: ⑨

19: ⋮ → 1 → 9

- To enter a PlusCode.

6 INPUT SELECT

To select the A1 or A2 external recording source.

7 POWER ⏻

Press to switch the VCR from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still connected to the mains.

8 SEARCH

To search a recorded programme using the Intro-jet scan functions and using the Timer record confirmation after timer recording.

9 INDEX

For the index search function.

10 REC

To start a recording.

11 PAUSE

During playback: Still picture. "[]" is lit. During recording: To interrupt recording.

12 ∨ ∧ (TRACKING/V-LOCK)

To select the required programme position (TV station) of the VCR. For the tracking adjustment and vertical locking adjustment

13 VIDEO PLUS +

For the Video Plus + programming.

14 VCR/TV switch

VCR: To select the VCR operation mode. TV: To select the TV operation mode.

15 ▷ (PLAY)

To start playback. "I>” is lit.

(REWIND)

In the stop mode: To rewind the tape. In the playback mode: To search backward. In the rewind mode: To obtain high speed picture. “◀◀” is lit.

▶▶ (FAST FORWARD)

In the stop mode: To fast forward the tape. In the playback mode: To search forward. In the fast forward mode: To obtain high speed picture. “▷▷” is lit.

□ (STOP)

To stop any playback or recording. To eject the video cassette.

16 RESET

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.

17 This button is not used to operate this VCR.

18 OK, OFF(+)

For the Child lock function. See the description below.

19 Infra-red Transmitter

Child lock function

Holding down OK and OFF(+) simultaneously until "hold" appears in the VCR display will deactivate all buttons. Any external commands will not be processed by the VCR. To cancel this function, repeat the same procedure until "hold" disappears.

• Be sure that the VCR/TV switch is set to VCR.
• If a button is pressed while the Child lock function is on, "hold" appears in the VCR display.
• When the power is disconnected, the Child lock function is automatically cancelled after the roughly 60 minutes of backup time.

TV OPERATION

20 Numeric Buttons

To select programme positions (1-99) of the TV.

These buttons are also used to select the Teletext screen.

21 AV

To switch between TV channels and external input channels. See the description below.

22 POWER

Press to switch the TV from on to standby mode or vice vesa. In standby mode, the TV is still connected to the mains.

- With some TV models, it may only be possible to switch the TV to the standby mode using this button. In this case, use the numeric buttons, AV or to switch the TV on.

23

To adjust the volume of the TV.

24 ∨ ∧, ≡▽ ≡▲

To select the required programme position (TV station) of the TV.

These buttons are also used to select the Teletext screen.

25 TV/TEXT

To switch between normal TV mode and Teletext mode.

26 ∨(red), DATE - (green), ON - (yellow), OFF - (blue)

These buttons are used in Teletext mode. Change the screen according to each colour display (red, green, yellow, blue).

Using for Operation of your Panasonic TV

Only Panasonic televisions can be operated with the provided remote controller.

The settings for operating the TV with the remote controller have already been made.

No additional settings need to be performed.

Note:

Some Panasonic televisions cannot be operated using this remote controller.

How to Switch Between External Input Channels of Your TV

Panasonic TVs have three different methods for switching between the external input channels.

- Be sure that the VCR/TV switch is set to TV.

A Press AV to switch to the external input channels. AV channels TV channels

B 1 Press AV

- Colour bars for selecting the external input channel appear on one corner of the TV screen.

2 Select the desired external input channel by pressing the corresponding colour button ∨(red), DATE – (green), ON – (yellow), OFF – (blue) on the remote controller, following the instructions on the TV screen.

C 1 Press AV.

- The previously-selected external input channel screen appears on the TV, and a screen for selecting another VCR input channel is also displayed.

2 Press at the same time to select the desired channel.

- Each time is pressed simultaneously, the channel selection scrolls up.

- The screen for selecting the channel will turn off after a few seconds.

Main Unit

FRONT

1 POWER ⏻/I

Press to switch the VCR from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still connected to the mains.

2 EJECT

To eject a video cassette.

3 Cassette Compartment

Insert a video cassette here.

4 (REWIND)

In the stop mode: To rewind the tape. In the playback mode: To search backward. In the rewind mode: To obtain high speed picture.

“◀◀” is lit.

5 ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD)

In the stop mode: To fast forward the tape. In the playback mode: To search forward. In the fast forward mode: To obtain high speed picture.

"▷▷" is lit.

6 Infra-red Remote Control Receiver Window

7 CVC (Crystal View Control) Indicator

Indicates that the CVC function is active. This indicator is normally lit when the power is on.

8 Display

9 ∨ ∧

To select the required programme position (TV station) of the VCR.

10 REC/OTR

To start a recording.

For One-Touch Recording (OTR).

11 TIMER REC

To turn the timer recording function on and off. ☐ is lit or not lit. Once operating timer recording function, the normal VCR operation is not possible unless this button is set to off.

12 ■ (STOP)

To stop any playback or recording.

13 ▶(PLAY)

To start playback. "I>” is lit.

REAR

14 AC IN \~

To connect to the main power supply.

15 AV1 (TV)

This 21-pin scart terminal carries input and output signals for both picture and sound. TV sets equipped with a similar socket can be connected here.

16 AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

To connect to a decoder, another VCR or a satellite receiver.

17 RF IN

To connect to the external aerial.

18 RF OUT

To connect to the aerial terminal on a TV set.

List of Connection and Setting Up Method

1 How to Connect to a TV

A How to Connect to a TV without a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal (RF Connection)

1 How to Connect ---- See page 10
2 How to Setup ---- See page 13

□How to Change the RF output Channel (using the remote controller) ---- See page 14

□How to Check the Settings for Auto Setup ---- See page 14

B How to Connect to a TV with a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal (AV Connection)

1 How to Connect ---- See page 11
2 How to Setup See page 15
□How to Check the Settings for Auto Setup ---- See page 14

2 How to Connect to a Satellite Receiver or a Decoder ---- See page 12

Connecting to a TV without a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal (RF Connection)

The VCR should be connected to a TV set and aerial to record and play back through the TV set. The VCR can be connected in one of two ways, according to the type of TV set that you have.

The VCR supplies signals to the TV set via an RF coaxial cable (supplied).

Make the connections shown in the figure below.

After making this connection, refer to pare 13.

When connecting to a satellite receiver or a decoder, connect the satellite receiver or decoder as shown in the figure on page 12.

Connecting to a TV with a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal (AV Connection)

The VCR supplies signals to the TV set via the 21-pin scart cable.

Make the connections shown in the figure below.

After making this connection, refer to pare 15.

When connecting to a satellite receiver or a decoder, connect the satellite receiver or decoder as shown in the figure on page 12.

Connecting to a Satellite Receiver or a Decoder

To connect the VCR to a satellite receiver or a decoder, make the connections shown in the figure below. When connecting a decoder in addition to a satellite receiver, read the operating instructions accompanying the decoder before making the connections. See page 10 or 11 for the connecting to a TV.

■ Using an RF Coaxial Cable(RF Connection)

- Only for the connecting to a satellite receiver.

■ Using an 21-pin Scart Cable(AV Connection)

Remaks, etc.

• When the satellite receiver is connected to the AV2 socket, AV2 must first be set to VCR/SAT. (See page 23.) When the decoder is connected to the AV2 socket, AV2 must first be set to DECODER. (See page 23.)
• When connecting using an RF coaxial cable(RF Connection) above, RF output channel of the satellite receiver should be adjusted away from RF output channel of the VCR, which may be used by the VCR during Auto Setup, to avoid interference on VCR picture. (Refer to your satellite receiver's instruction book.) Also select "SKY ONE" or "SKY NEWS" on the satellite receiver to ensure reliable tuning before starting the Auto Setup.

Setting Up after Connecting to a TV without a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal

Setting a VCR viewing channel on your TV allows you to view the video picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts. When the VCR is turned on after connecting the aerial and the mains lead, the VCR automatically starts to search for TV stations and set the clock.

What to do first

1 Turn on the VCR and TV.

• VCR will search for an unoccupied channel for use by the VCR to playback tapes or view TV programmes.
• The VCR automatically searches for TV stations and set the clock. (Auto setup)

POWER

2 Check that the number of the RF output channel has appeared on the VCR display.

3 Set the TV to an unused programme position, such as "0", then tune the TV to the channel number indicated on the VCR.(AV input channel setting)

• On Panasonic TVs, channel number 0 should be selected for best performance.
• To adjust your TV, refer to the operating instructions for your TV.

The auto setup will start automatically.

• The screen shown at the right appears during Auto setup.
• The Auto setup is searching for TV station from minimum to maximum and memorizing the data for every programme position.
• The Auto setup takes two or more minutes to complete the search for TV station and the clock setting.
• If the clock setting screen appears after the Auto setup has been completed, set the clock manually following the operation guide on screen display.

Auto-Setup

Auto-Setup

in progress.

please wait.

(During Auto Setup)

Auto-Setup

Auto-Setup is now complete

(Your VCR output channel is 28)

EXIT: to view TV picture

press EXIT button

(After Auto Setup)

4 After the auto setup has finished, press EXIT to view picture of the first position.

☐How to Change the RF output Channel (using the remote controller)

In some rare cases after Auto setup, interference may be visible on the picture. To get rid of this interference, you can manually adjust the RF output channel a few channels up or down from the current setting. The procedure is described below.

Operations

1 Hold down MENU for 5 seconds or more.

- The VCR display changes as shown on the right and the VCR picture on the TV displays this pattern.

2 Enter the desired channel number (21-68) by using the numeric buttons or the ∨ ∧ buttons.

3 Press OK to finish the setting mode.

4 Retune your TV to the new RF channel for the VCR.

Remaks, etc.

- Even if the RF output channel has been changed, it is not necessary to perform the TV station search or clock setting again.

□How to Check the Settings for Auto Setup

Use the following steps to confirm that Auto setup is correctly set.

Operation

1 Press MENU and select Tuning.

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    A["(MENU)"] --> B["△"]
    A --> C["□"]

2 Select Manual and press OK.

• Looking at the On Screen Display, check that the settings for Auto Setup are set correctly.
• When the station names have been entered and set correctly, Auto setup is complete.
• When the station names have not been correctly entered and set, perform the settings on pages 19-20.

3 Press EXIT to make On Screen Display disappear.

Setting Up after Connecting to a TV with a 21-Pin Scart Cable Terminal

When the VCR is turned on after connecting the aerial and the mains lead, the VCR automatically starts to search for TV stations and set the clock.

What to do first

1 Turn the TV on and select the AV position that the VCR is connected to.

2 Turn the VCR on.

Auto-Setup

Auto-Setup

in progress.

please wait.

(During Auto Setup)

The VCR automatically searches for TV stations and set the clock. (Auto setup)

• The screen shown at the right appears during Auto setup.
• The Auto setup is searching for TV station from minimum to maximum and memorizing the data for every programme position.
• The Auto setup takes two or more minutes to complete the search for TV station and the clock setting.

- If the clock setting screen appears after the Auto setup has been completed, set the clock manually following the operation guede on screen display.

Auto-Setup

Auto-Setup is now complete

(Your VCR output channel is 28)

EXIT. to view TV picture

press 'EXIT button

(After Auto Setup)

3 After completing Auto setup, press EXIT and then hold down MENU for 5 seconds or more.

- The VCR display changes as shown on the right and the VCR picture on the TV displays this pattern.

Example

4 Press the "0" numeric button or the √ ∧ buttons to display “- -” (RF OFF).

5 Press OK to finish the setting mode.

□How to Check the Settings for Auto Setup

Confirm that Auto setup is correctly set.

The procedure for checking is the same as on page 14.

Press MENU to make Main menu appear, and then select the desired item.

graph TD
    A["Main menu"] --> B["Timer recording"]
    A --> C["Channel Guide\nOSD\nVCR display"]
    A --> D["Tuning menu"]
    D --> E["Manual\nAuto-Setup Restart\nShipping condition"]
    A --> F["Automatic ON/OFF"]
    A --> G["Tape length AV2"]
    B --> H["(See page 28.)"]
    C --> I["(See page 17.)"]
    D --> J["(See page 19.)"]
    E --> K["(See page 22.)"]
    F --> L["(See page 23.)"]

Preparations

• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
• Turn on the VCR and TV.

☐To make Channel Guide appear on the TV screen

1 Press MENU, and then select Display.

2 Select Channel Guide.

3 Select ON or OFF.

ON: The Channel Guide will appear for a few seconds each time the channel is changed with ∨∧(TRACKING/V-LOCK).

- Set the VCR/TV switch to VCR to use the ∨ ∧ (TRACKING/V-LOCK)

OFF: The Channel Guide will not appear.

4 Press OK, and then press EXIT to make On Screen Display disappear.

☐To make On Screen Display(OSD) appear on the TV screen

1 Press MENU, and then select Display.

2 Select OSD.

3 Select ON or OFF.

ON: The On Screen Display will appear on the TV screen.

OFF: The On Screen Display will not appear.

4 Press OK, and then press EXIT to make On Screen Display disappear.

Refer to the next page for the On Screen Display.

On Screen Display:

When pressing OSD/DISPLAY, OSD(On Screen Display) appears on the TV screen.

① TV station

② One-Touch Recording (OTR) indication

• When the item "OSD" is set to OFF, the On Screen Display will not appear.
• When the programme position AV is selected, the On Screen Display (1) will not appear. During playback, the On Screen Display (1, 2) will not appear.
• The On Screen Display does not appear during special playback.

☐ To Darken the Characters on the VCR Display when the VCR is Turned Off

1 Press MENU, and then select Display.

2 Select VCR display.

3 Select ON or DIMMED.

ON: When the VCR is turned off, the characters are lit in the VCR display.

DIMMED: When the VCR is turned off, the characters are darkened in the VCR display.

4 Press OK, and then press EXIT to make On ScreenDisplay disappear.

Storing TV Broadcasts into your VCR (Tuning)

Manuall Tuning

The VCR is fitted with its own tuner (just like a normal TV set) and can be pre-set to receive up to 99 TV broadcast stations.

When the VCR is turned on for the first time after connecting the aerial and the mains lead, the Auto setup feature will tune in your channels automatically. However, under certain circumstances in some transmission areas certain channels may not be assigned a channel name or their normal channel position. If Auto setup is not successful, please follow the steps below.

What to do first

Preparations

• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
• Turn on the VCR.

☐How to delete stations, add "Blank" positions and change (move) the programme position

1 Press MENU and select Tuning.

2 Select Manual.

3 Select the desired Programme position.

4 Follow the steps indicated below.

Delete: Press ∨ (Red) to delete the stations.

Add: Press - (Green) to add "Blank" position.

Move: Press — (Yellow), and then press ▲▼ to change (move) the programme position.

- The blue indication represents no function.

5 Press OK, and then press EXIT.

□How to Select(change) the Programme Position

Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 19.

4 Press OK and then select Pos and the desired programme position.

graph LR
    A["OK"] --> B["△"]
    A --> C["□"]
    B --> D["△"]
    C --> E["□"]
    D --> F["△"]
    E --> G["□"]

5 Press OK for confirmation.

6 Press MENU, and then press EXIT.

□How to Enter(change) the Station Name

Follow steps 1 to 2 on page 19.

3 Select the station(s) named ××+×× for which you wish to setup name (or station name which you want to change). Establish which channel you are viewing, by checking your TV Guide/newspaper.

4 Enter characters into all five + + + + + positions, from the table using the arrows and press OK after each character. Use a blank space if required, to enter a blank select the area between Z and ×.

graph TD
    A["←"] --> B["△"]
    C["←"] --> D["□"]
    E["→"] --> F["↓"]
    G["→"] --> H["↓"]

- To cancel during entry, press EXIT. The characters that have been entered will remain as the station name.

5 Press MENU once. If you wish to change or setup any other TV station names, repeat steps 3-4.

6 Press EXIT.

□How to Select(change) the Channel

Follow steps 1 to 3 on page 19.

4 Press OK and then select Channel and the desired channel.

graph LR
    A["OK"] --> B["Triangle"]
    A --> C["Square"]
    B --> D["Directional Arrow"]
    C --> D
    D --> E["0"]
    E --> F["9"]

5 Press OK for confirmation.

6 Press MENU, and then press EXIT.

Remaks, etc.

When channels have been set with manual tuning, the channel position may need to be entered the first time Video Plus+ is used.

How to Restart Auto-Setup

When your address changes, follow the procedure below.

1 Press MENU and select Tuning.

2 Select Auto-setup Restart and press OK.

graph LR
    A["Circle Node"] --> B["Triangle"]
    A --> C["Square"]
    B --> D["OK"]

3 Press OK again.

- The auto setup screen may fail to appear temporarity.

How to Retune to the Factory-preset Condition

If you want to return the VCR to the factory-preset condition, follow the procedure below.

1 Press MENU and select Tuning.

2 Select Shipping condition and press OK.

graph LR
    A["Circle Input"] --> B["Triangle Symbol"]
    A --> C["Square Symbol"]
    B --> D["OK"]

3 Press OK twice.

- Since the RF output channel is initialized to 21 when Shipping Condition is executed, the TV picture may fail to appear.

Remaks, etc.

To re-tune the VCR, disconnect and then reconnect the mains lead. The RF output channel is now searched automatically. If the VCR is off, turn on the VCR and then repeat the procedure on page 13 or 15.

Setting the Clock of your VCR (Clock)

The built-in clock is used to activate the timer for automatic recording and must be set to the correct time.

The built-in digital clock employs the 24-hour system.

How to Set the Clock Manually

If VCR is not correctly set by Auto setup, follow the procedure below.

Preparations

• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
• Turn on the VCR.

1 Press MENU, and then select Clock.

2 Check that the Automatic is OFF, then press OK.

- If the Automatic is ON when you open the On Screen Display, do not turn it OFF, as then you will not be able to set the time automatically.

Main menu

Timer record

Display

Tuning

Clock

Functions

Automatic	OFF
Time	20:30.24
Date	16:10.99

3 Set Time and Date.

- Press ◀ to return to the previous item.

Main menu

Timer record

Display

Tuning

Clock

Functions

Automatic:	OFF
Time :	20 15 00
Date :	16 10 99

4 Press OK for confirmation.
5 Press EXIT.

□How to Set the Clock Automatically

You do not need usually to follow the procedure below.

Follow step 1 of the above procedure.

2 Select Automatic ON.

Main menu

Timer record

Display

Tuning

Clock

Functions

Automatic	ON
Time	20.30:24
Date	16.10:99

3 Press OK

• The clock is set automatically.

Remaks, etc.:

• The clock operates for at least 60 minutes by its backup system in the event of power failure.
• When the item "Automatic" is ON, on the on screen display, Automatic time correcting function is activated every day.

The Automatic time correcting function will only work when the power is off.

This function will not work during timer recording standby mode.

Settings of Functions (Function)

Preparations

• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
  ●Turn on the VCR and TV.

☐To select the Corresponding Cassete Tape Length for Display the Approximate Remaining Tape Time

1 Press MENU, and then select Functions.

2 Select Tape length.

3 Select the corresponding cassette tape length for displaying the approximate remaining tape time.

◀E-180: For E30, -60, -90, -120 and -180 tapes.
E-195: For E195 tape.
E-240: For E240 tape.
E-260▶: For E260 and -300 tapes.
●The times displayed may differ depending on the tape used.

4 Press OK, and then press EXIT to make On Screen Display disappear.

□How to select the AV2 Connection

Follow the step 1 of Tape length.

2 Select AV2.

3 Select VCR/ SATor DECODER.

VCR/SAT: When another VCR or the satellite receiver is connected to the AV2 (DECODER/EXT) socket.

DECODER: When the decoder is connected to the AV2 (DECODER/EXT) socket.

4 Press OK, and then press EXIT to make On Screen Display disappear.

Playback

What to do first

POWER

1 Turn on the VCR and TV. • Even if the VCR is off, it turns o

- Even if the VCR is off, it turns on automatically by inserting a cassette.

2 Insert the video cassette to be viewed.

- When a cassette without an erasure prevention tab is inserted, the VCR starts playback automatically.

3 Press ▷ (PLAY).

-Playback will start

- If a cassette is already inside the VCR inserted, then pressing ▷ (PLAY) starts playback even if the VCR was turned off.

□After step 3...

Operations	Functions and Display Symbols
Press ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD) briefly. (The VCR searches forward while the button is held down.)	Search forward mode(Cue)
Press ◀◀ (REWIND) briefly. (The VCR searches backward while the button is held down.)	Search backward mode (Review)
Press PAUSE.	Still picture

• To continue the normal playback, press (PLAY).

4 Press □ (STOP). •Playback will stop.

□How to Eject the Video Cassette

Press EJECT on the VCR.

• To eject the video cassette using the remote controller, hold down □ (STOP) for 3 seconds or more.
• When the VCR is switched off, and inserted cassette can be ejected simply by pressing EJECT. The VCR will eject the cassette and automatically turn itself off again.

What to do first

Other Playback Functions

□How to View High Speed Picture during Fast Forward or Rewind

Keep ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD) pressed during fast forward.

Keep ◀◀ (REWIND) pressed during rewind.

□How to Play back the NTSC Video Cassette on PAL TV

Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back with this VCR via a PAL system TV set.

• The playback picture may roll up or down. If the TV set is equipped with a V-HOLD control, it may be possible to stop the picture movement by adjusting this control.
• Depending on the TV set used, the picture may be in black and white. However, this is not an indication of a malfunction.

☐How to Minimize any Noise Bar (Adjusting the Tracking)

How to Minimize any Noise Bar during Playback

The ∨ (−) and ∧ (+) buttons are used to adjust the tracking when, for example, noise bars on the picture during normal playback are better removed manually than by automatic digital tracking control. Press both buttons down at the same time to return to automatic digital tracking control.

□How to Minimize any Vertical Jitter during Still Picture Playback (Vertical Locking Adjustment)

Use the ∨ (−) and ∧ (+) buttons to minimize any vertical jitter during still picture playback.

Remaks, etc.

• Cue or review will be automatically released after 10 minutes, and still playback after 5 minutes.

• When the tape reaches its end during playback or fast forward, it will automatically be rewound to the beginning.
  •In LP mode only:

• During any playback mode other than normal playback, the picture may have some noise bars, the colour may be unstable, or a black and white picture may appear.

• When playing back a tape which was recorded on another VCR, it may be necessary to adjust the Tracking Control. In some cases the picture quality may still be inferior. This is due to limitation of format.

• Depending on the TV set used, the playback picture may roll up or down during special playback (Cue, Review or Still playback mode). However, this is not an indication of a malfunction.

Manual Recording

What to do first

1 Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab.

• Even if the VCR is off, it turns on automatically by inserting a cassette.
• If it has already been inserted, press POWER ⏻ to turn the VCR on.

2 Select TV station.

- It is also possible to select by pressing numeric buttons.

Press REC or REC/OTR.

• Recording starts.
• If a video cassette with a broken-off tab is inserted when REC is pressed, the "○○" indication will flash to indicate that recording is not possible.

4 Press □ (STOP) to stop recording.

- When the tape reaches its end during recording (except for and OTR and timer recording), it will automatically be rewound to the beginning.

Other Recording Functions

□How to Select the Recording Time

Press SP/LP to select the desired recording time before recording.

• SP gives the best picture quality.
• LP gives the longest recording time (double the SP recording time).

SP/LP

□How to Pause during Recording

Press PAUSE during recording.

Press again to continue recording.

PAUSE

- The recording pause mode will be automatically released after 5 minutes, and be back to the stop mode.

□How to Record One TV Programme while Viewing Another Programme

Select the TV programme on your TV set you wish to view at the present time after step 3.

□How to Display the Approximate Remaining Tape Time

When the settings for your tape are selected, the remaining tape time is shown in the display.

Operations

1 Select Tape length from the On Screen Display and select the corresponding cassette tape length.

See page 23.

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["•"]
    B --> C["•"]
    C --> D["•"]
    D --> E["OK"]
    F["•"] --> G["•"]
    G --> H["•"]
    H --> I["OK"]

◀E-180: For E30, -60, -90, -120 and -180 tapes.

E-195: For E195 tape.

E-240: For E240 tape.

E-260 ▶: For E260 and -300 tapes.

2 Press OSD/DISPLAY to indicate the remaining tape time on the VCR display.

- The remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly for some tapes.

Line drawing of a washing machine front panel with control buttons and a rotary dial (no text or symbols)

How to Stop the Recording automatically (One-Touch Recording = OTR)

This function only works using the REC/OTR button on the VCR main unit.

After you start recording, you can use this function to stop recording automatically when the programme is finished (useful for recording when you are out). Simply set the recording duration by pressing REC/OTR repeatedly. The duration indicated on the VCR display changes by pressing REC/OTR as follows:

Preparation

Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab.

Operations

1 Ready the video source which is to be recorded, and start recording.

2 Press REC/OTR repeatedly to select the desired recording duration.

• The VCR will automatically switch off when OTR is completed.
• When the tape reaches its end during OTR, the VCR will turn itself off.
• To stop OTR at any time, press □ (STOP) or POWER ⏻ (○/I).

Timer Recording

Timer recording includes On-Screen Display recording, where you enter the recording information yourself while viewing the On-Screen Display, and Video Plus+ PlusCode recording.

How to Programme with On Screen Display

Up to 8 timer programmes can be recorded up to one month in advance by setting the timer, including weekly and daily programmes.

For Example:

Programme position (channel); 2

Date: 27th, October

Starting time; 20:00

Ending time; 21:30

(Present date;16th, October)

What to do first

Preparations

• Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.

1 Press PROG./CHECK. • As an alternative method, to

- As an alternative method, to press MENU and then select Timer record.

PROG/CHECK

Pos Name	DATE	Start ON	Stop OFF	SP LP	PDC Min
6.07.25 16.10.99 Ramam[SP] 39

2 Press ∨ ∧ to set Programme position (channel) "2". As an alternative method, after

pressing ∨ ∧, DATE, ON or OFF, you can use ▲ ▼ ◀ ▶.

Timer recording
Pos Name	DATE	Start ON	Stop OFF	SP LP	PDC Min
2	BBC2			SP	OFF

3 Press DATE to set Date "27/10".

Timer recording
Pos Name	DATE	Start ON	Stop OFF	SP LP	PDC	Min
RADC	27/18 W#	----	----	SP	OFF	----

4 Press ON to set Starting time "20:00".

- When it is kept pressed, the indication changes in 30-minute steps.

Timer recording
Pos Name	DATE	Start ON	Stop OFF	SP LP	PDC	Min
RBC2	27/10 We 20:00	---	---	SP	OFF	---
----	----	----	----	----	----	----
----	----	----	----	----	----	----
----	----	----	----	----	----	----

5 Press OFF to set Ending time "21:30".

Timer recording
Pos Name	DATE	Start ON	Stop OFF	SP LP	PDC	Min
DBC7	27:16	We 20:00	21:30	SP	OFF	90

6 Press OK for confirmation.

Timer recording
Pos. Name	DATE	Start ON	Stop OFF	SP LP	PDC	Min
PBG2	27/1/08	2000	21:30	5P	OFF	90

7 Press TIMER REC to activate timer recording. - When the On Screen Display for programming

- When the On Screen Display for programming timer recording turns off, the recording information is automatically sorted in the order of recording start times.

TIMER REC

• The VCR will be in the timer recording standby mode.
• Check that 回 is lit on the VCR display. If it is flashing, check the timer programme details again. (See page 29.)

Other Timer Recording Functions

□How to Set Other Programmes in Succession

Repeat steps 2-6, and then press TIMER REC.

What to do first

☐For Weekly Timer Recording

In step 3, select the desired day by pressing DATE—.

(Su=Sunday, Mo=Monday, Tu=Tuesday, We=Wednesday, Th=Thursday,

Fr=Friday, Sa=Saturday)

□For Daily Timer Recording

For this timer function, several groups of days can be selected.

Ⓐ Daily recording from Monday to Friday (Mo-Fr).

⑧ Daily recording from Monday to Saturday (Mo-Sa).

© Daily recording from Sunday to Saturday (Su-Sa).

In step 3, select the desired days by pressing DATE—

□How to Record from External Signal Source

If Timer Recording is performed by a unit connected to the AV1 (TV) or AV2 (DECODER/EXT) socket, select the A1 or A2 for the programme position.

A1: Through the AV1 (TV) socket.

A2: Through the AV2 (DECODER/EXT) socket.

□How to Select the Recording Time

Press SP/LP in any of steps 2-5.

□How to Select PDC ON

Press PDC to select ON in any of steps 2-5.

• If PDC is set to ON, be sure that the starting time is the same as the published time.
• If you wish to make a PDC recording, carefully read “(4).How to use PDC?” on page 37.

□How to Check a Timer Programme

Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.

1 Press PROG./CHECK

- The On Screen Display may be distorted in the PDC recording standby mode.

- Either the position number or the station name is displayed here.

- For daily and weekly timer recording, the recording time for only one recording session is displayed.

2 Press PROG./CHECK or EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.

What to do first

□How to Modify a Timer Programme

• During timer recording, this operation will not work.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.

1 Press PROG./CHECK.

PROG/CHECK

2 Select the desired timer programme.

3 Modify the programme, following the method described in steps 2-6 on page 28.

4 Press PROG./CHECK or EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.

□How to Cancel a Timer Programme

• During timer recording, this operation will not work.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.

1 Press PROG./CHECK.

PROG/CHECK

2 Select the desired timer programme.

3 Press CANCEL.

4 Press PROG./CHECK or EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.

□How to Check the remaining tape time for Recording

The recording time remaining on the inserted tape is displayed on the On-Screen Display. This indicator is displayed only when the settings for the tape being used have been made and the remaining tape time has already been indicated on the VCR display.

See page 27 for the setting procedure.

Remaining tape time indicator

Remaks, etc.

If timer recording does not reach the end (due to insufficient tape or cancellation by the user), the programmed timer recording data will be erased from the memory by 4 a.m. the next day.

□How to Confirm the Timer-Recorded Programmes (Timer Record Confirmation)

When timer programmes are recorded by this VCR, the VCR stores the programming details, and the programmes are selected and searched by the Timer record confirmation function.

This function cannot be used for recordings made with normal recording and one-touch recording(OTR).

Since this function works only for the currently loaded video cassette, all the programming list details will be cleared when the video cassette is ejected or replaced with another one. At times like this, use the Intro-jet scan function or the VHS index search system. (See page 35 or 36.)

Preparations

• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
• Release the standby status for timer programme recording.

How to Display the Timer Record Confirmation Screen

1 Press SEARCH.

SEARCH

- The details of the timer-recorded programmes on this video cassette are displayed on the Timer Record Confirmation screen in the sequence in which the programmes were recorded.

Timer record confirmation
Pos	Name	Date	Start
2	BBC2	27'10 To	20:00
1	BBC1	30'10 Fr	19:00

2 Select the desired programme.

• To turn off the Timer Record Confirmation screen, press EXIT.

3 Press SEARCH once more to start searching for the selected programme.

• Upon completion of the search, playback starts from the searched point on the tape.
• How to stop the search at any time, press EXIT.

Remaks, etc.

• When SEARCH is pressed once, the timer-recorded programme which was recorded last is selected.
• This function does not work during timer recording standby mode.
• This function works only for video cassettes containing timer-recorded programmes.
• The programme list search function may not work properly when recorded programmes run for 15 minutes or less.
• Ensure that TAPE length for functions on the Main menu is set correctly, as otherwise, this function will not operate correctly.
• When SEARCH is pressed during playback, playback is stopped immediately, and the Timer Record Confirmation screen appears.
• Up to 8 programmes can be displayed on the Timer Record Confirmation screen. If the timer is used to record more than 9 programmes, the oldest programme will be deleted on the Timer Record Confirmation screen, and a new timer-recorded programme will be entered and displayed.
• This function may not work properly depending on the tape position when you press SEARCH.
• This function may not work properly when for example, you try to record over a programme with another programme that is timer-recorded on the same portion of the tape.

Timer Recording (continued)

Timer recording includes On-Screen Display recording, where you enter the recording information yourself while viewing the On-Screen Display, and Video Plus+ PlusCode recording.

How to Programme with Video Plus+ PlusCode

Programming is now easier than ever: simply enter the PlusCode provided in the programme schedule column carried by newspapers and magazines.

PlusCodes are numbers which are assigned to each programme listed in the TV programme schedule carried in newspapers and TV guides. When these codes are entered and OK is pressed, the numbers are converted into the actual programming.

VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+ system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

What to do first

Preparations

• Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.

1 Press VIDEO PLUS+.

VIDEO PLUS+

2 Enter the Video PlusCode for the TV programme to be recorded.

Example: 920216

• If you have entered the wrong PlusCode, press ◀ and then enter the correct PlusCode.
  ●The Video PlusCode that you entered also appears on the VCR display.

Press OK.

- To extend the ending time or to make any corrections, use buttons ▲ ▼ ◀ ▶, under the flap ∨ ∧ DATE, ON, OFF, PDC or SP/LP.

• The programming data that you entered also appears on the VCR display. If the setting fails, the programming data will not appear.
• PDC will be set to OFF(---) automatically. PDC can be set to ON manually, if desired, by pressing the PDC button. If PDC is set to ON, be sure that the starting time is the same as the published time. If you wish to make a PDC recording, carefully read “(4).How to use PDC?” on page 37.

When programming for the first time using a Video Plus+ code, “—” may appear for the programme position.

In this case, select the desired programme position using button ▲▼or ∨.

• A message appears on the On Screen Display for the first few seconds.
• [1] flashes as a warning on the VCR display.
• Once programming is performed after the programme position has been selected in step 3, the guide channel will be automatically stored so that the correct position will appear when the Video Plus+ PlusCode for this station is next entered.

Timer recording

Pos Name	DATE	Start ON	Stop OFF	SP LP	PDC	Min
—	—	15.00	17.30	52*	—	120
—	—	—	—	—	—	—

4 Press OK again for confirmation.

5 Press TIMER REC to activate timer recording.

TIMER REC

• The VCR will be in the timer recording standby mode.
• Check that ☐ is lit on the VCR display. If it is flashing, check the timer programme details again. (See pages 29.)

6 When programming two or more programmes, repeat steps 1-4.

Remaks, etc.

● To release from the standby mode, press TIMER REC.
- When the PlusCode is used for programming, the recording time may be slightly longer than the actual programme time.
- The procedures for checking, modifying and cancelling a timer programme are the same as on pages 29-30.

Editing (Assembly Editing)

This function can be used to make up an edited tape from other recordings or video sources.

A new scene can be added to the end of a previous one.

Preparations

• Connect a movie camera or another VCR to this VCR as shown.
• Insert a recorded cassette tape with an intact erasure prevention tab.
• Select the video source required by pressing INPUT SELECT to set A1 or A2.

A1: Through the AV1 (TV) socket.
A2: Through the AV2 (DECODER/EXT) socket.

1 Search for the end of the previous recording.

2 Press PAUSE.

3 Press REC or REC/OTR. • VCR will change from the pause mode to the recording standby mode.

4 Start playback on the playback unit.

5 Start the new recording by pressing PAUSE again.

6 Press □(STOP). • Recording will stop.

□How to Search while Checking the Video Cassette Contents (Intro-Jet Scan)

The approximate beginnings of each recorded programme are played in succession at the high speed so that the programme to be viewed can be located easily.

Preparations

• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
• Load the pre-recorded video cassette.

1 Press SEARCH.

(This operation is performed while the VCR is OFF or while the VCR is in the stop mode or normal playback mode.)

Intro-Jet Scan

- The tape is rewound to the start, and played for about 10 seconds at the high speed. It is then fast forwarded, the VISS (VHS Index Search System) signals are searched in succession, and each time the signals are found, the tape is played for about 10 seconds at the high speed and then repeats fast forward to the next index signal.

graph LR
    A["Beginning of Tape"] --> B["Present Tape Position"]
    B --> C["Index Signal"]
    C --> D["Programme 1"]
    C --> E["Programme 2"]
    C --> F["Programme 3"]
    C --> G["Programme 4"]
    D --> H["Rewind"]
    E --> H
    F --> H
    G --> H
    H --> I["Fast Playback"]
    H --> J["Fast Foward"]

2 When the programme to be viewed is reached, press PLAY.

●Normal playback now commences.

How to stop the operation at any time

Press STOP.

Remaks, etc.

• This function may not work properly when recorded programmes run for 15 minutes or less.
• When the timer recording is completed and the video cassette is neither ejected nor replaced with another one and then SEARCH is pressed, the Intro-jet scan function will not work, and the Timer record confirmation function will work instead. (See page 31.)

□How to Find the Beginning of Each Recording (VHS Index Search System=VISS)

It is very easy to find the beginning of each recording, because a special index signal is recorded at the start of each recorded segment on the tape.

How to Record Index Signals

Index signals are recorded in following cases.

• When a recording is started by pressing REC or REC/OTR.
• When timer recording is activated.
• When REC on the remote controller is pressed during recording.

Operation

For example:

Searching for the 2nd recorded segment in the forward direction.

Press INDEX ▶▶I twice.

(This operation is performed while the VCR is in the stop mode or normal playback mode.)

Remaks, etc.

• After finding the specific recorded segment, playback starts automatically.
• For the reverse direction, press INDEX
• Up to 20 index signals can be searched for in both directions.
• When the opposite INDEX button is pressed, the number shall be decreased till 1.
• The figure on the display is decremented by 1 each time an index signal is located.
• The INDEX search function can only work correctly, if the index signals are spaced at least 5 minutes.

■Crystal View Control

Introducing Crystal View Control, and innovative new technology for high picture quality. This technology uses a microprocessor to intelligently control the relationship between the tape heads and circuitry, bringing out the maximum performance of each. The result is consistently optimum picture quality.

■PDC (Programme Delivery Control)

What is PDC?

PDC is a signal system transmitted by TV broadcasters to control the start and stop time of each programme. This signal is used by the VCR to control the start and stop time of programmed timer recordings.

PDC is particularly useful when the broadcaster changes the time for a programme from the published time, the VCR's timer recording start and stop time will be controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. when the programme is delayed or extended. Recording can also be interrupted by the broadcaster, e.g. news flash, and resumed when the programme restarts.

At present PDC transmission does not cover all areas and stations in the UK, please check with the broadcasters in your area for details.

How to use PDC?

(1) The VCR detects if broadcast stations transmit PDC signal or not at the time of "Auto-setup" only, and stores this information in its memory. If broadcast stations introduce or discontinue PDC transmission later on, "Auto-setup" must be carried out again to update the VCR's memory.
(2) PDC mode will be automatically set to "OFF" when using "Video Plus+" codes for timer programming, even if the stations have been memorised by the VCR as having PDC transmission.
(3) PDC mode will be automatically set to “---” (no PDC) when using “Video Plus+” codes for timer programming, if the stations have not been memorised by the VCR as having PDC transmission.
(4) PDC mode will be automatically set to "OFF" when timer programming is done, for any station, by the "On-Screen" timer recording method, because the strat time can be entered freely by the user. To use PDC recording in this case, if the station transmits PDC signal, set PDC mode to "ON" and ensure that the start time is set to exactly the same as the published time, e.g. in newspapers, magazines, etc. If this is not done correctly, recording will not start.

Notes on PDC recording:

(1) PDC recording will start approximately some seconds before the broadcast programme commences and may stop some seconds before or after the end of the programme, depending on the control from the broadcaster.
(2) Normally programmed timer recording data is automatically cancelled after recording is completed. Under the following conditions the programmed timer recording data will be automatically cancelled at 4 a.m. of the next day.
(a) If PDC signal cannot be detected during PDC timer recording, the VCR will perform normal timer recording (without PDC).

(b) If a timer recording is incomplete due to insufficient tape or cancellation by the user.
(c) If timer recording is still in progress at 4 a.m.
(d) If the broadcaster transmits a PDC signal to suspend or interrupt the recording. If these cases, the VCR will remain in the timer standby condition after timer recordings have been completed.

(3) If PDC is set to "ON" manually for the station which does not have PDC transmission, the VCR will perform normal timer recording (without PDC).
(4) In case of multiple timer programmings, while the VCR is in timer standby mode the VCR will periodically check PDC status of the programmed stations with PDC in turn for any change in the start time of each programme. But while the VCR is recording a programme, it can only check the PDC status of that programme being recorded.
(5) If the actual broadcasting times of timer recordings overlap (regardless of whether they are PDC-controlled), the recording that starts first always has priority, and the recording of the later programme will start only after the first timer recording has finished.
(6) Some broadcasting stations send signals which change the programming information (channel, day on which the programme is scheduled to be aired, and its start and end times). In a case like this, the display at the PDC item on the On Screen Display programming screen changes to "ON*". When a change has been made in this way, what has been programmed can be cleared but it cannot be changed.
(7) When the name of a broadcasting station has been changed by manual tuning, the programmed recording may not be performed correctly even when PDC is ON.

■21 Pin scart terminal

This 21-pin scart terminal carries input and output signals for both picture and sound. TV sets equipped with a similar socket can be connected here.

This is also called Scart

Peritel Euro Connector Euro AV

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 7 BLUE GROUND
8 SWITCHING VOLTAGE 18 VIDEO INPUT 9 GREEN GROUND GROUND
10 No connection 19 VIDEO OUTPUT
11 GREEN 20 VIDEO INPUT
21 GROUND

RED, GREEN and BLUE (RGB) signals are loop-through only, not from tape playback, E.G. when connecting to a pay TV decoder.

Before requesting service, check the following points once again.

Message of On Screen Display

The error message is indicated in quotations [ ].

[This action is not possible before time and date are set]

VIDEO PLUS+ or PROG./CHECK is pressed when the date and time are not set. Set date and time.

[Please insert video tape!]

REC (REC/OTR), ▷ (PLAY), ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD) or ◀◀ (REWIND), is pressed when no cassette in the VCR. Insert a video cassette.

[Please use tape with unbroken recording tab!]

REC (REC/OTR) is pressed without tab of Cassette. Use a cassette with tab.

[No timer programmes to be done!]

12 TIMER REC was pressed even though nothing has been programmed. Programme the timer recording.

[Please put VCR into stop mode first]

Changes to programming details were attempted during timer recording. Set the VCR to the stop mode.

Other messages besides these may appear. Follow the instructions in the message.

Self Test Indication

This VCR has a self-diagnosis and display function. If the VCR detects trouble during installation or during use, the following indications automatically appear in the VCR display. Indications are displayed in the form of a single English letter plus two numbers such as [H01].

INDICATION

H□□

F□□

CAUSE

Some trouble has occurred.

(Numbers following H and F differ according to the status of the VCR.)

REMEDY

Consult your dealer for further advice.

VCR will not operate correctly

The symptom description is indicated in quotations " .

"VCR display is not illuminated."

- Mains lead is not connected. Reconnect mains lead to VCR.

"VCR display is illuminated but VCR will not operate."

VCR is in timer mode. Press TIMER REC to operate VCR manually.

Safety devices are operating. Disconnect mains lead and wait for 1 minute. Reconnect mains supply and check functions.

"VCR picture does not appear on TV screen."

The RF output channel is set to “—” (RF OFF). Set the RF channel to a setting other than “—” (RF OFF). See page 14.

"Auto clock setting does not work correctly."

Teletext information is not available. Proceed with the manual clock setting. See page 22.

Playback will not operate correctly

The symptom description is indicated in quotations " "

"Picture noisy or not in colour. Horizontal bars or lines run down the screen."

Tracking is not correct. Adjust the tracking. See page 25.
TV set is not tuned to VCR. Tune the TV to your VCR. See page 13.
Video heads are clogged or worn. Consult your dealer for further advice.

Recording will not operate correctly

The symptom description is indicated in quotations " "

"indication flashes whenever recording is attempted."

- Erasure prevention tab on cassette is broken off. Use the video cassette with intact erasure prevention tab, or cover tab hole with adhesive tape, if original recording is no longer required.

"Picture is recorded with noise or blank screen."

Aerial or aerial lead is defective. Check aerial connection to VCR. See page 10 or 11. Check your normal TV picture. If there is no picture, check your aerial.
VCR is not correctly tuned. Re-tune VCR.
A1 or A2 is selected. Select the required TV programme.

Recording will not operate correctly

The symptom description is indicated in quotations " "

"Timer recording cannot be performed."

Clock or calendar is incorrectly set. Check clock and calendar. Set to present time. (Note this is a 24 hour clock.) See page 22.
Recording start or end time setting is incorrect. Set recording start and end time correctly.
VCR is not set for timer recording. Press TIMER REC after programming for timer recording.

"AV external recordings cannot be made."

A1 or A2 is not selected. Select A1 or A2 by pressing INPUT SELECT.
External AV connections are incorrect. Check that connections for external video and audio source are correct. See page 34.

Remote controller will not work correctly

The symptom description is indicated in quotations " .

"Remote controller does not operate correctly."

Remote controller transmitter beam is not reaching VCR. Ensure that remote controller is being pointed at VCR and that transmitter beam is not obstructed.
e Distance is too far. Use remote controller within 7 m of VCR. If this range is not possible, replace batteries.
Batteries are exhausted. Replace batteries. Note precaution for replacement on page 4.
Batteries are incorrectly fitted with (+/-) reversed. Fit batteries correctly as shown on page 4.

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.

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

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.

Keep Magnets away

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 equipments 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.

Video Head Clogging

The video heads place 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 extremely 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 symptom case occurs have the recorder checked by qualified service personnel.

Head cleaning by service agent is not covered by warranty.

Condensation may form in the VCR if:

• The VCR is in a room where the heater has just been turned on.
• The VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
• The VCR is brought from cold surroundings into a well-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 dew 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.

NV-SD230B...(U.K. model)

NV-SD230BL...(EIRE model)

Power Source: 220-240 V AC 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption: 19 watts

Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system

Video Heads: 2 heads

Tape Speed: SP; 23.39 mm/sec.

LP; 11.7 mm/sec.

Tape Format: VHS tape

Record/Playback Time: SP; 240 min. with NV-E240

LP: 480 min.with NV-E240

FF/REW Time: approx. 90 sec. with NV-E180

VIDEO

Television System: CCIR;625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal

Modulation System: Luminance; FM azimuth recording

Colour signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording

Input Level: AV1/AV2; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated

Output Level: AV1/AV2; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated

RF Modulated; (U.K. model) UHF channel (21-68), 75 ohm

(EIRE model) UHF channel (21-68), 75 ohm

AUDIO

Input Level: AV1/AV2; -6 dBV, more than 10 kohm

Output Level: AV1/AV2; -6 dBV, less than 1 kohm

Audio Track: 1 track (Normal-mono only)

Video Horizontal Resolution: more than 230 lines (SP)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Video; more than 40 dB (SP)

Audio; more than 43 dB

Audio Frequency Response: 80 Hz–8 kHz

Operating Temperature: 5°C-40°C

Operating Humidity: 35%–80%

Weight: 4 kg

Dimensions: 430 (W)×87 (H)×297 (D) mm

1 pc. RF Coaxial Cable

1 pc. Remote Controller

2 pcs. "R6" size batteries

1 pc. AC Mains Lead

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.