NV-SJ412EE - VCR PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Video Cassette Recorder (VCR)
Brand	Panasonic
Model	NV-SJ412EE
Power Source	220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	19 W
Power Consumption (Standby)	Approx. 3 W (with Power Save function)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	430 × 87 × 303 mm
Weight	4.1 kg
Tape Format	VHS
Tape Speed	SP: 23.39 mm/s, LP: 11.7 mm/s
Video Heads	4 heads
Maximum Recording Time (SP)	240 min with NV-E240 cassette
Maximum Recording Time (LP)	480 min with NV-E240 cassette
Fast Forward / Rewind Time	Approx. 60 s with NV-E180 cassette
Video Input Level	1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm (AV1/AV2/AV3)
Video Output Level	1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm (AV1/AV2); RF modulated UHF
Audio Input Level	–6 dBV, >10 kohm (AV1/AV2/AV3)
Audio Output Level	–6 dBV, <1 kohm
Video Horizontal Resolution	More than 240 lines (SP, colour)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Video)	More than 43 dB (SP)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Audio)	More than 43 dB (SP)
Operating Temperature	5°C to 40°C
Operating Humidity	35% to 80%
Special Features	ShowView, VPS/PDC, Q Link, Direct TV Recording, Crystal View Control, Child Lock, Index Search, Intro-Jet Scan, Programme List Search, Album Function, Audio Dubbing, Auto Setup, Power Save

Frequently Asked Questions - NV-SJ412EE PANASONIC

How do I set up the VCR for the first time with a TV that has Q Link?

Connect the VCR to the TV using a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable. Ensure both devices are off. Switch on the TV first; it will perform Auto Setup. The VCR will automatically turn on and download the TV station list and clock settings. If using a TV with Easy Link, Megalogic, or SMARTLINK, a country selection menu appears; select your country and press OK.

How can I programme a timer recording using the ShowView function?

Press the SHOW VIEW button on the remote. Enter the ShowView number from the TV listing using numeric buttons. Press OK to display the programme details. Adjust tape speed (SP/LP) and tape length if needed. Press OK again to confirm. Finally, press TIMER REC to activate timer standby mode. Ensure the ☐ indicator is lit on the VCR display.

What should I do if the VCR does not respond to the remote control?

Check that the VCR/TV switch on the remote is set to VCR. Aim the remote at the VCR within 7 metres without obstructions. Replace the batteries with two AA/R6 size batteries, ensuring correct polarity. If the issue persists, set Power Save to OFF in the settings menu (MENU > Functions > Power save).

How do I perform audio dubbing on a previously recorded tape?

Connect an audio source (e.g., microphone via camcorder) to the AUDIO IN socket on the VCR. Insert the cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. Press PLAY to find the starting point, then press PAUSE/STILL. Press A.DUB on the VCR to enter recording pause. Start the audio source and press PAUSE/STILL again to begin dubbing. Press STOP to finish.

The playback picture has noise bars. How can I fix it?

During playback, use the CHANNEL buttons (+ or –) on the remote to adjust tracking until the noise bars disappear. For still playback, first enter slow playback mode and adjust. To reset to auto tracking, press both CHANNEL + and – simultaneously.

Can I record a programme while watching another channel?

Yes. Start recording by pressing the REC button on the desired programme position. Then, use the TV's remote or controls to switch to another channel. The VCR continues recording the originally selected programme. Note: This works for normal terrestrial channels; for satellite, refer to the manual.

What does the Child Lock function do and how do I activate it?

Child Lock disables all buttons on the VCR and remote to prevent unauthorised use. To activate, press and hold the OK and OFF (+) buttons simultaneously until '× hold' appears in the display. To cancel, press and hold the same buttons again until the indication disappears. The lock automatically cancels after 60 minutes if power is disconnected.

How do I clean the VCR?

Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Never use cleaning fluids, chemicals, or compressed air. If video heads become dirty (distorted picture during playback of a known-good tape), consult a qualified service centre for head cleaning. Do not attempt to open the VCR.

Why does the timer recording not start?

Ensure the clock and date are set correctly. Check that the cassette has an intact erasure prevention tab and sufficient remaining tape. Verify that the VCR is in timer recording standby mode (the ☐ indicator is lit, not flashing). If using ShowView, confirm the programme position is correctly assigned. Also check that no other timer recordings overlap.

How can I play back NTSC tapes on my PAL TV?

This VCR supports Quasi-NTSC playback. Insert the NTSC tape and play normally. The picture will be converted for PAL TVs. If the picture rolls, adjust the TV's V-HOLD control if available. Note: Colour reproduction may vary.

USER MANUAL NV-SJ412EE PANASONIC

Video Cassette Recorder

NV-SJ412EE

Operating Instructions

Instrukcja obsługi

SHOWVIEW

VHS

SUPER DRIVE

MULTI-INTELLIGENT CONTROL II

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

Connecting and Setting Up

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Equipped with the Q Link Function 8

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Not Equipped with the Q Link Function 10

Playback

Playback 13

Recording

Recording 15

- To Immediately Record the Same TV Programme That You Are Viewing on the TV (Direct TV Recording) ..... 15

- To Select the Recording Duration and Perform Timer Recording (OTR Recording) 16

Timer Recording

Timer Recording 17

●To Programme with the On Screen Display (OSD) ..... 17

●To Programme with the ShowView Function ...... 18

Other Timer Recordings and Convenient Functions ..... 19

- To select a Timer-Recorded Programme from the List and Quickly Locate Its Beginning for Automatic Playback (Programme List Search) 21

Advanced Operations

Search Functions 22

- To Quickly Find the Beginning of a Desired Programme (VISS=VHS Index Search System) 22

- To Search for a Desired Programme While Checking the Recorded Contents on a Cassette (Intro-Jet Scan) 22

Editing 23

- Assemble Editing ...... 23

- Album Function 24

●Audio Dubbing 25

Connecting the VCR to a Decoder 26

Connecting the VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Digital Receiver.... 27

Various Settings

Tuning and Assigning the TV Stations Available in Your Area to the Programme Positions (Manual Tuning) .... 30

Restarting the Auto Setup or Download/ Resetting the VCR to the Shipping Condition .... 33

Setting the VCR's Clock 34

Other Convenient Functions (Various Settings) 35

- Settings for the Main Menu Item "Display" 35

- Settings for the Main Menu Item "Functions" ...... 36

- Language Setting 37

- Country Setting 37

Helpful Hints

Glossary 38

Before Requesting Service 40

- Adjusting the Playback Picture 42

Cautions 43

Specifications.... 44

Controls and Components/Regulatory i komponenty

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.

Preparing the Remote Control

VCR Operation

When you want to operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".

*② Numeric buttons

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

Example:

9:

9

19:

1 → 9

To select the satellite programme positions Example:

SAT 9: 1 → 2 → 9

SAT19: 1 → 1 → 9

SAT129: 0 → 1 → 2 → 9

- 3-digit programme positions can be selected with this remote control only in case of a satellite receiver that is marked with (*1) on the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers.

To enter a ShowView number.

To enter numbers for various settings.

*13 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.

*15 AUDIO button

This button does not operate on this VCR.

*17 VCR 1/2 switch

Set to the "VCR 2" position when using two Panasonic VCRs. (See page 37.)

*32 Infra-red transmitter

*37 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 (+) buttons 37 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.

To Cancel the Child Lock Function:

1 Hold down the OK and the OFF (+) buttons 37 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.

- If you cannot cancel the Child Lock function, press the EXIT button 34 and perform the operation step 1.

*44 Cassette compartment

*48 Infra-red Remote Control Receiver window

*50 VCR display

Inserting Remote Control Batteries

1

1 Slide off the battery cover.

2

2 Insert the batteries with the polarity (⊕ and ⊖) correctly aligned.

3

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.

If the Sliding Cover of the Remote Control Becomes Detached

If the sliding cover of the remote control becomes detached accidentally, fit it securely in place by placing it on the top of the remote control at the position shown in the illustration 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.

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

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.

Remarks

1. This VCR is also capable of receiving SECAM type broadcasting programmes (SECAM B/G) and recording/playing back its colour television signals.
2. When a cassette which has been recorded on this VCR is played back on a SECAM VCR, the picture may be reproduced in black and white. When it is played back on a PAL VCR without SECAM capability, the picture may not be reproduced in normal colour.
3. When cassettes recorded on a SECAM VCR or SECAM pre-recorded cassettes are played back on this VCR, the picture may be reproduced in black and white.
4. This VCR is not designed for use in France, where a SECAM VCR should be used instead.

Press the VCR-ON/OFF button ① to switch the VCR from on to standby mode or vice versa. In the standby mode, the VCR is still connected to the mains.

SHOWVIEW is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

This setting procedure allows you to operate the TVs of most brands using the remote control supplied with this VCR.

- Some TV models cannot be operated with this remote control.

1 Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "TV".

2 Look up your TV's manufacturer in the list of TVs compatible with the VCR's remote control on the next page.

3 While keeping the TV-ON/OFF button ① pressed, use the Numeric buttons ② to enter the manufacturer's code. If there is more than one code listed for that manufacturer, try the first code.

Be sure to enter the code in two digits.

Example: 01

4 Check whether you can operate the TV correctly with the VCR's remote control.

If the TV cannot be operated properly:

In step 3, enter the other code listed for that manufacturer and repeat step 4.

TV Operation

The explanations below show you what functions individual buttons have when the VCR/TV switch 31 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 30

② Numeric buttons

To select the programme positions (1–99) on the TV.

**③ AV button**

To select the desired AV input on the TV.

**30 Channel button**

To select the desired programme position (TV station) on the TV.

**38 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 TV's operating instructions.

**39 TV ASPECT button**

To switch the screen format between the wide-screen and other formats.

**40 VOLUME button**

To adjust the volume of the TV.

**41 TV/TEXT button**

To switch between normal TV mode and teletext mode.

The 3 Methods for Switching to the AV Input on Your Panasonic TV

Your Panasonic TV uses one of three different methods for switching between TV reception and the AV input(s). Perform the operations steps listed for the switching methods A, B and C below to determine which one your Panasonic TV uses.

A 1 Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "TV".

2 Press the AV button ③ to switch to the AV Input. Each press of the AV button ③ switches between "TV reception" and "AV Input(s)".

B 1 Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "TV".

2 Press the AV button ③. Colour bars for selecting the AV Input appear on the TV screen.

3 Follow the instructions displayed on the TV screen to select the desired AV Input from the displayed colour bars for the AV Input by pressing the corresponding colour button ∧ (red) 10, DATE + (green) 11, ON+ (yellow) 23 or OFF+ (blue) 22 on the remote control.

C 1 Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "TV".

2 Press the AV button ③. The last previously selected AV Input indication appears on the TV screen. The indications for selecting another AV Input also appear, but they disappear a few seconds later.

3 Before the indications for selecting another AV Input disappear, press the √ button 10, DATE=button 11, ON=button 23 or OFF=button 22 to select the desired AV input.

With the following four buttons, you can move and select as follows:

10: Move left

DATE= ⑪: Move down

ON=23: Move up

OFF= 22: Move right

List of TVs Compatible with the VCR's Remote Control

Manufacturer Code
Panasonic 01-04
AIWA 35
AKAI 27, 30
BLAUPUNKT 09
BRANDT 10, 15
BUSH 05, 06
CURTIS 31
DESMET 05, 31, 33
DUAL 05, 06
ELEMIS 31
FERGUSON 10
GOLDSTAR/LG 31
GOODMANS 05, 06, 31
GRUNDIG 09
HITACHI 22, 23, 31, 40, 41, 42
INNO HIT 34
IRRADIO	30
ITT	25
JVC	17, 39
LOEWE 07
METZ 28, 31
MITSUBISHI	06, 19, 20
MIVAR	24
NEC	36
NOKIA	25-27
NORDMENDE	10
ORION	37
PHILIPS	05, 06
PHONOLA 31, 33
PIONEER	38
PYE 05, 06
RADIOLA	05, 06
SABA	10
SALORA	26
SAMSUNG	31, 32
SANSUI 05, 31, 33
SANYO	21
SBR	06
SCHNEIDER	05, 06, 29, 30, 31
SELECO 06, 25
SHARP	18

Manufacturer	Code
SIEMENS 09
SINUDYNE	05, 06, 33
SONY	08
TELEFUNKEN	10–14
THOMSON	10, 15
TOSHIBA 16
WHITE WESTINGHOUSE	05, 06

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Equipped with the Q Link Function

Connections and preparations for a TV equipped with the "Q Link*1" function and equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket. For the connections and preparations for a TV equipped with the "DATA LOGIC*2", "Easy Link*3", "Megalogic*4" or "SMARTLINK*5" function and with a 21-pin Scart socket, also read from this page.

For details about the connections, also read the TV's operating instructions.

Be sure to keep both the TV and VCR switched off until all connections have been made. For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.

Hints:

- Q Link is an advanced system that offers a range of convenient functions such as automatic copying of the tuning position of all available TV stations (in the same order as they are programmed on the TV) into your VCR's memory (this is called Download) if you connect the VCR to your TV with a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied). Depending on the manufacturer, the equivalent of the Q Link function has a different name and may not work exactly the same.

*1 "Q Link" is a registered trademark of Panasonic. *2 "DATA LOGIC" is a registered trademark of Metz. *3 "Easy Link" is a registered trademark of Philips. *4 "Megalogic" is a registered trademark of Grundig. *5 "SMARTLINK" is a registered trademark of Sony.

For details, refer to your TV's operating instructions or consult your dealer.

- Unlike in most commercially sold 21-pin Scart cables, in fully-wired 21-pin Scart cables all 21 pins of one plug are connected to the matching pin of the plug on the other end of the cable. This type of cable is necessary for the Preset Download function to work.

Preset Download Function

The Preset Download function automatically copies the tuning position of all available TV stations into the VCR's memory when you connect the VCR using a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable to a TV equipped with the Q Link function.

To Simultaneously Set Up this VCR with a New TV

Perform the following operation steps exactly as described to ensure that the Preset Download function works correctly.

First of all, make sure that the VCR is switched off.

1 Switch the TV on.

The TV starts to tune all available TV stations and to adjust the clock.

(This is called Auto Setup function.)

When the TV has finished its own auto setup, the VCR is automatically switched on, and the downloading of the setup data from the TV to the VCR starts. (Applicable to TVs with "Q Link" or "DATA LOGIC" function)

Indication during downloading

If your TV is equipped with the "Easy Link", "Megalogic" or "SMARTLINK" function, the Country setting menu appears on the TV screen before downloading. Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the desired country. Then, press the OK button 35 and the downloading automatically starts.

Menu for Country setting

The VCR's Auto Setup (Downloading) is complete when the programme position and the current time appear in the VCR display. VCR display

Note:

- If you accidentally switch on the VCR before the TV, downloading of the setup data from the TV may not be performed correctly. In this case, follow the operation steps below.

1 Wait until the Auto Setup is complete on both the TV and the VCR. 2 Press the MENU button 36 to display the OSD Main menu on the TV screen. 3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③3 to select "Tuning" and then "Download". 4 Press the OK button 35 twice. Downloading of the setup data from the TV to the VCR starts. 5 When the programme position and the current time appear in the VCR display, downloading is complete.

Hint:

- If you use a Panasonic TV and perform the operation step 1, starting the downloading of the setup data will automatically display the "Download" indication. However, in case of a TV of another make, the "Download" indication may not appear. In this case, select the AV input on your TV if you want to see the "Download" indication.

To Set Up this VCR with a TV Already in Use

1 Switch the TV on. 2 Select the AV input on your TV. 3 Set the VCR/TV switch ③ to "VCR". 4 Press the VCR-ON/OFF button ① to switch the VCR on. Downloading of the setup data starts automatically. (Applicable to TVs with "Q Link" or "DATA LOGIC" function)

If your TV is equipped with the "Easy Link", "Megalogic" or "SMARTLINK" function, the Country setting menu appears on the TV screen before downloading. Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③ to select the desired country. Then, press the OK button ③5 and the downloading automatically starts.

Indication during downloading

Menu for Country setting

When the programme position and the current time appear in the VCR display, the VCR's Auto Setup (Downloading) is complete.

Programme position indication when the current time is 16:45

Connecting and Preparations for a TV Not Equipped with the Q Link Function

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)

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 11).

or Method 2.

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using only RF coaxial cable, then follow the steps below. (RF Connection)

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 12).

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 VCR's clock to the current date and time. If the tuning and time/date settings are not correct, performing timer recordings is not possible.

1 Switch the TV on. 2 Select the AV input on your TV. 3 Set the VCR/TV switch ③ to "VCR". 4 Press the VCR-ON/OFF button ① to switch the VCR on. The Country setting menu appears on the TV screen. 5 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the country where you are using the VCR. 6 Press the OK button 35 and the VCR's Auto Setup automatically starts and tunes all available TV stations and also sets the clock. This takes about 5 minutes.

7 When the indication shown on the right appears on the VCR display, the Auto Setup is complete. 8 Press the MENU button 36 for more than 5 seconds so that the RF output channel number appears on the VCR display. The initial setting is channel 38. 9 Press the Numeric button "0" ② so that the displayed RF output channel number changes to "—".

10 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting.

◆ To Cancel the Auto Setup Before It Has Finished Press the EXIT button 34.

On Screen Display Menu for Country setting

Indication during Auto Setup

Indication when the RF output channel is 38 (example)

Indication after changing the RF output channel to “—”

When the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup has finished:

1 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to set the correct time and date. 2 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 3 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Confirm that the TV Stations Have Been Tuned Correctly by the Auto Setup Function

4 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the OSD Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations and confirm that all available TV stations have been set correctly.

Tuning
	Pos	Name	Ch	Pos	Name	Ch
	1	ARD	1	11	ORB	35
	2	ZDF	2	12	RTL+	4
	3	N3	19	13	SAT1	5
	4	HR3	26	14
	5	BR3	18	15
	6	RB3	3	16
	7	SFB3	36	17
	8	SW3	29	18
	9	WDR3	17	19
	10	MDR3	32	20

List of tuned TV stations (example)

When the station names and/or channel numbers have not been set correctly:

See page 30 for details.

If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using Method 2, follow the operations explained below.

To be able to watch the VCR picture on the TV, RF connection requires the video playback channel to be set on the TV.

1 Switch the TV on.

2 Select an unoccupied programme position (which is not tuned to a TV station). If you are using a Panasonic TV, select programme position "0".

3 Set the VCR/TV switch ③ to "VCR".

4 Press the VCR-ON/OFF button ① to switch the VCR on.

5 Press the MENU button 36 for more than 5 seconds. The number of the RF output channel appears on the VCR display. The initial setting is channel 38.

Indication when the RF output channel is 38 (example)

6 Tune your TV until the test pattern shown on the right appears on the TV screen. Now, the setting of the RF output channel is complete.

- As the tuning method differs depending on the TV you are using, refer to your TV's operating instructions for details about tuning.

Indication of the test pattern

7 Press the OK button 35. The Country setting menu appears on the TV screen.

Menu for Country setting

8 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③3 to select the country where you are using the VCR.

9 Press the OK button 35 and the VCR's Auto Setup automatically starts and tunes all available TV stations and also sets the clock. This takes about 5 minutes.

10 When the indication shown on the right appears on the VCR display, the Auto Setup is complete.

Indication during Auto Setup

Programme position indication when the current time is 16:45

◆To Cancel the Auto Setup Before It Has Finished: Press the EXIT button 34.

When the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup has finished:

See page 11.

RF select:

Set the VCR's RF system the same as the TV system of the connected TV. (See page 37.)

To Confirm that the TV Stations Have Been Tuned Correctly by the Auto Setup Function

See page 11.

If the Picture on the TV's Video Playback Channel Is Distorted

If, after setup, you select the video playback channel on the TV and view a TV programme on a programme position selected on the VCR, some interference may occur in certain cases. If this happens, you can minimise the distortion by changing the RF output channel on the VCR to another number. Follow the operations below.

1 Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR". 2 Press the MENU button 36 for more than 5 seconds. The number of the RF output channel appears on the VCR display.

The initial setting is channel 38.

Indication when the RF output channel is 38 (example)

3 Press the numeric buttons ② to change the RF output channel.

Enter a channel number that differs by 2 or 3 from the initially set number. For example, if the original number is 38, enter 41.

Indication after changing the RF output channel to 41 (example)

4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting.

Note When You Have Changed the RF Output Channel:

After changing the RF output channel to a different number, be sure to retune your TV to the VCR's new RF output channel. (For details about tuning, refer to your TV's operating instructions.)

1 Press the MENU button 36 for more than 5 seconds. 2 When the test pattern

shown on the right appears sharp and clear on the TV screen, the tuning is complete.

Test pattern indication

3 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Preparations

• Confirm that the VCR is on.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
• Insert a recorded video cassette.

For Normal Playback: Press the Play button 25.

VCR display

For Cue Playback:

During playback, tap the Fast Forward button 24.

• To return to normal playback, press the Play button 25.
• If you press and hold down the Fast Forward button 24, cue playback continues for as long as you keep the button pressed.

For Review Playback:

During playback, tap the Rewind button ⑧.

• To return to normal playback, press the Play button 25.
• If you press and hold down the Rewind button ⑧, review playback continues for as long as you keep the button pressed.

For Still Playback:

During playback, press the Pause/Slow button ⑦.

• To return to normal playback, press the Play button 25 or the Pause/Slow button 7.

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 25.

Fast-forwarding or Rewinding the Tape:

To fast-forward the tape:

Press the Fast Forward button 24 in stop mode.

To rewind the tape:

Press the Rewind button Ⓤ in 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 the corresponding button.

To Stop Playback

Press the Stop button ⑨.

Notes:

• Cue, review, or slow playback will be automatically cancelled after 10 minutes, and still playback after 5 minutes.
• During playback functions other than normal playback, horizontal noise bars may appear in the picture, the colour of the picture may be unstable, or the picture may be otherwise distorted. When you play back a tape recorded in LP mode, the picture may be in black and white. However, these are not malfunctions.

To Play Back a Recorded Part Repeatedly

Press the Play button 25 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 35), the "R" indication will not appear in repeat playback mode.

To Cancel the Repeat Playback Mode:

Press the Stop button ⑨.

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.

To Stop Playback Automatically (Playback Off Timer Function)

If you set the playback duration, the playback will stop automatically.

After the set playback time has elapsed, the VCR automatically stops playback and switches off.

To Activate the Playback Off Timer Function:

During normal playback, press the Play button 25 on the VCR for more than 2 seconds to put the VCR in the Playback Off Timer mode.

After that, press the Play button 25 on the VCR repeatedly until the desired playback duration is displayed on the VCR display.

- Repeatedly pressing this button changes the indication in the following order:

To Stop Midway:

Press the Stop button ⑨.

To Play Back NTSC Video Cassettes on Your PAL TV

(Quasi-NTSC Playback Function)

This VCR allows playback of tapes recorded in the NTSC system on a normal PAL system TV with the same operations as usual.

On some TVs, however, the playback picture may roll up or down.

- If your TV has a V-HOLD control or equivalent adjustment function, use it to try to stop the picture movement.

Convenient Automatic Functions

VCR Auto Power On

When you insert a video cassette, the VCR switches on automatically.

Auto Playback Start

When you insert a video cassette with a broken erasure prevention tab, playback start automatically without having to press the Play button 25.

VCR-off Playback

When the VCR is off, an inserted cassette can be played back by pressing the Play button 25.

Auto Rewind

When the tape reaches the end, the VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning.

●This function does not work during timer recording and OTR.

Automatic Switching Off and Ejection

When the VCR is switched off, an inserted cassette can be ejected simply by pressing the EJECT button 42. The VCR will eject the cassette and automatically turn itself off again.

VCR-off Search

When the VCR is off, the VCR starts intro-jet scan of an inserted cassette by pressing the SEARCH button 29.

To Eject the Video Cassette Using the Remote Control

Keep pressing Stop button ⑨ for at least 3 seconds.

Preparations

• Confirm that the VCR is on.
• Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
• Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".

Operations

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

- If it has already been inserted, press the VCR-ON/OFF button ① to turn the VCR on.

2 Select the TV station using the Channel button 30.

- It is also possible to select by pressing the numeric buttons ②.

3 Press REC (REC/OTR) button 26 (51) to start recording.

4 Press the Stop button ⑨ to stop recording.

To Select the Desired Tape Speed

Press the SP/LP button 21 before recording.

- SP provides standard recording time and optimum picture quality. LP provides doubled recording time with slightly reduced picture quality.

To Pause Recording

Press the Pause/Slow button ⑦ during recording.

Press it again to continue recording.

To View One TV Programme while Recording Another TV Programme

After pressing the REC button 26 to start recording, select on your TV the programme position of the TV programme that you want to view.

Notes:

• When playing back an E300 cassette recorded in LP mode, some picture distortion may occur. However, this is not a malfunction.
• The recording pause mode will be automatically cancelled after 5 minutes and return to stop mode.

To Immediately Record the Same TV Programme That You Are Viewing on the TV (Direct TV Recording)

This function allows you to immediately start recording the same programme that you are viewing on the TV.

The programme position selected on the VCR automatically changes to that of the TV programme that you are viewing on the TV. When you stop the recording, the VCR automatically switches back to the previously selected programme position.

Conditions for correct operation of the Direct TV Recording function:

• Your TV must be equipped with the "Q Link" function.
• The VCR must be connected to the TV via a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable.

To Perform Direct TV Recording:

1 Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. 2 Press the DIRECT TV REC button ⑥.

- Recording of the TV programme that you are viewing on the TV starts.

- In some cases, it may not be possible to change the programme position on the TV during Direct TV Recording.

- Do not press the AV LINK button 18 during Direct TV REC, otherwise the recording may not be performed correctly.

3 Press the Stop button ⑨, to stop recording.

To Display the Approximate Remaining Tape Time

The remaining tape time can be displayed in the VCR display.

1 Press the TAPE button ⑲ and select the corresponding cassette tape length. See page 35.

2 Press the OSD/DISPLAY button ⑤ repeatedly until the Remaining Tape Time appears on the VCR display.

- Pressing the OSD/DISPLAY button ⑤ once makes the On Screen Display appear; after that, pressing it repeatedly changes the indication in the following order:

For certain cassettes, the remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly.

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 26, the "☐" indication flashes on the VCR display to indicate that recording is not possible. In this case, cover the tab hole with two layers of adhesive tape.

Adhesive tape

The adhesive tape substitutes for the prevention erasure tab and makes it possible to record again on this cassette.

To Select the Recording Duration and Perform Timer Recording (OTR Recording)

OTR means One-Touch Recording and is called this way, because you can start recording and select the recording duration by repeatedly pressing a single button. This is very convenient, for example when you want to start recording immediately but need to go out or want to go to bed.

After the selected recording duration has elapsed, recording stops and the VCR automatically switches off.

To Perform an OTR Recording:

1 Display the VCR picture on the TV.

2 Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. 3 Press the Channel button 80 to select the programme position on which the TV programme to be recorded will be broadcast. 4 Press the REC/OTR button 51 to start recording. 5 Press the REC/OTR button ⑤1 repeatedly to select the desired recording duration.

• Every time you press this button, the recording duration indicated in the VCR display changes in the following order.
• For example, if you select "30", the VCR records a programme from that moment on for 30 minutes.

To Stop the OTR Recording Before the End:

Press the Stop button ⑨.

Note:

- This function also works during Direct TV 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 18.)

This VCR lets you programme up to 8 TV programmes (including weekly and daily programmes) for unattended recording up to one month in advance.

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 31 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

1

Press the PROG./CHECK button ⑫ to display the menu for programming timer recordings on the TV screen.

- Alternatively, you can press the MENU button 36 and then select "Timer record".

On Screen Display

2

Press the Channel button ⑩ to select the programme position of the desired TV station.

- As an alternative method, after pressing the Channel button 10, you can use the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33.

3

Press the DATE button ⓘ to set the date on which the TV programme will be broadcast.

4

Press the ON button Ⓜ to set the starting time.

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

5

Press the OFF button 22 to set the ending time.

6

Press the SP/LP button ② 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 19.

7

Press the Cursor buttons ( ▲▼◀▶ ) 33 to set VPS/PDC to ON or OFF (——).

• See page 19 for VPS/PDC recording.

8

Press the TAPE button ⑲ to select the corresponding cassette tape length.

(See page 35.)

9

Press the OK button 35 to conclude the settings.

- To programme additional timer recordings, repeat operation steps 2–9.

10

Press the TIMER REC button 20 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 20.)

To Suspend the Timer Recording Standby Mode

When you want to use the VCR for playback, normal recording or some other operation before the programmed timer recording will be performed, you can temporarily suspend the timer recording standby mode by pressing the TIMER REC button 20 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 20 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 ²⁰ to put the VCR in the timer recording standby mode.

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 31 to "VCR".

Example:

Programming a timer recording of a TV programme with the ShowView number 920126

Operations

1 Press the SHOW VIEW button 28 to display the menu for entering the ShowView number on the TV.

2 Press the Numeric buttons ② to enter the ShowView number.

- If you have entered a wrong digit, press the Cursor button (◀) 33 and then enter the correct digit.

3 Press the OK button Ⓤ5 to display the programmed content.

4 Press the SP/LP button ② 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

- To extend the ending time or to make any corrections, use the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33, the Channel button 10, the DATE button 11, the ON button 23, the OFF button 22, the SP/LP button 21. - See page 19 for VPS/PDC recording.

5 Press the TAPE button 19 to select the corresponding cassette tape length. (See page 35.)

6 Press the OK button 35 again to conclude the settings. Timer recording

- To programme additional timer recordings, repeat operation steps 1–6.

7 Press the TIMER REC button 20 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 20.)

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 Download or 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 button 10 repeatedly to select the programme position on which the TV programme to be recorded will be broadcast.

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

If "Pos/Name" (Programme Position) Is Not Entered Correctly When Programming with the ShowView Function

See steps 1–3 on page 30.

4 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the TV station which you want to delete. 5 Press the Channel button (∧, red) 10 and the OK button 35 to delete the incorrect programme position (Delete). 6 Press the Date button (+, green) ⑪ and the OK button ⑤ to insert a blank programme position (Add).

7 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu.

8 Press the Numeric buttons 2 to enter the channel number of the desired TV station and press the OK button 35.

9 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③ to select the entry field for "Name".

10 Use the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 and the OK button 35 to enter the station name.

- If the station name needs a blank space, select the blank between "Z" and "*".

11 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting.

12 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

13 Perform the operation of the ShowView function.

To Suspend the Timer Recording Standby Mode

See page 17.

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 20 to put the VCR in the timer recording standby mode.

Setting the Recording Date/Day(s)

Perform this operation in operation step 3 when programming a timer recording with the On Screen Display, or in operation step 4 when programming with the ShowView number. (See pages 17 and 18.)

You can select the recording date (day of the month/day of the week) by pressing the DATE button. If you repeatedly press the + side of the DATE button, the indication changes in the order shown below. If you press the = 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 programme's broadcasting date and time. Daily and weekly timer recordings will continue until you cancel them.

Ensuring that a TV Programme Will Be Recorded until Its End (Auto SP/LP Change Function)

If, at the start of a timer recording, the VCR determines that the remaining tape time is insufficient to record the whole programme, the Auto SP/LP Change function automatically selects LP mode to ensure that the whole programme will be recorded. However, if the remaining tape time is still not sufficient even in the LP mode, the programme cannot be recorded to its end.

• If you programme a daily or weekly timer recording, recording will be performed in the LP mode from the start regardless of the remaining tape time.
• In case of a timer recording programmed with the VPS/PDC function, if the TV programme continues past the programmed ending time, the VCR automatically switches over to the LP mode at that moment. However, in some cases it may not be possible to record the programme until its end.
• Use a video cassette on which a few minutes more than the total length of programmed timer recordings remain, otherwise the programmed timer recordings may be performed in the LP mode.
• Be careful that the broadcast times of the TV programmes set for timer recording do not overlap, otherwise the programmed timer recordings may be performed in the LP mode.
• If the recording speed changes from SP to LP during a timer recording, some brief picture distortion occurs at that point.

Condition for correct operation of the Auto SP/LP Change function:

- The tape length of the inserted cassette must be set correctly. (See page 35.)

To Activate the Auto SP/LP Change Function:

In operation step 6 when programming a timer recording with the On Screen Display (see page 17), or in operation step 4 when programming with the ShowView number (see page 18), press the SP/LP button 21 to select "A".

- When you press this button repeatedly, the indication changes in the following order:

Setting for Control of the Recording Starting and Ending Time by Special Signal Included in the Broadcasting Signal (VPS/PDC Function)

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 7 when programming a timer recording with the On Screen Display (see page 17), or in operation step 4 when programming with the ShowView

number (see page 18), press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to make the ON indication appear. See page 38 for details.

Programming a Timer Recording of a Satellite Programme

The programming of a timer recording of a satellite programme can be performed in the same way as for normal (terrestrial) TV programmes.

For the connection to a satellite receiver and the necessary settings, refer to pages 27 to 29.

Conditions for correct operation of this function:

- When selecting the programme position, be sure to use the Numeric buttons ② to select the satellite channel.

Example of selecting satellite programme positions 9, 19 and 129:

3-digit programme positions can be selected with this remote control only in case of a satellite receiver that is marked with (^*1) on the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers.

Notes for Programming a Timer Recording of a Satellite Programme:

• When programming a timer recording of a satellite programme, it is not possible to activate the VPS/PDC function.
• On some satellite receivers, the power may be turned off for a few seconds before a timer recording is actually started and recording may not be performed for those first few seconds. To ensure recording from the beginning of the programme, we recommend that you set the recording start time about a minute earlier than that listed in the newspaper/magazine.
• After the timer recording has finished, some satellite receivers switch off automatically, but the recording has been performed as programmed.
• If a power failure occurs during the timer recording of a satellite programme, the timer recording may not resume when the power is restored.
• Timer recording of pay-per-view satellite programmes is not possible.
• Timer recording of satellite programmes from a satellite receiver or satellite receiver channel for which the PIN code has been entered is not possible.
• Timer recording of satellite programmes for which the parental control function has been activated is not possible.

To Check the Contents of Timer Recording Programmings

• Display the VCR picture on the TV.
• Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".

1 Press the PROG./CHECK button ⑫ 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.

2 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

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 31 to "VCR".

1 Press the PROG./CHECK button ⑫ to display the timer recording programmings on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select the programming that you want to change. 3 Follow the operations below to change the programmed contents.

To change the broadcasting station:

Use the Channel button 10.

To change the date of the timer recording:

Use the DATE button ⑪.

To change the recording starting time:

Use the ON button 23.

To change the recording ending time: Use the OFF button 22.

To change the recording speed: Use the SP/LP button 21.

4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

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 31 to "VCR".

1 Press the PROG./CHECK button ⑫ to display the timer recording programmings on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select the programming that you want to cancel.

3 Press the CANCEL button 14.

4 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Notes for Cancelling the Programming of a Timer Recording

In some cases, for example as listed below, the programming of a timer recording remains stored in the memory until 4 a.m. the next day. However, this is not a malfunction.

• When a timer recording was not performed up to the TV programme's ending time because the remaining tape time was not sufficient.
• When you have stopped the timer recording while it was being performed.

To Check the Total Timer Recording Programming Time

The total time indication for timer recording programming lets you check how many programmes can be recorded by comparing with the remaining tape time in the VCR display.

Indication for a total timer recording programming time of 90 minutes

●The total time is calculated in the SP mode. - The total time cannot be calculated when setting Daily/Weekly timer recording.

To select a Timer-Recorded Programme from the List and Quickly Locate Its Beginning for Automatic Playback (Programme List Search)

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 29 to display the Programme List menu.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select the programme that you want to locate and play back. 3 Press the SEARCH button 29 to start the search for the beginning of the selected programme.

●After the desired recorded programme has been found, playback starts automatically.

- If, after playback has started, you want to search for the beginning of the same or another programme, press the SEARCH button 29.

Playback stops, and the Programme List menu appears.

Repeat the above operations steps 2—3.

To Cancel the Programme List Search:

Press the EXIT button 34.

Hints:

• When you press the SEARCH button 29 in the operation step 1, the last timer-recorded programme is selected (highlighted).
• If you take out the cassette or insert another cassette after a timer recording has finished, pressing the SEARCH button 29 activates the Intro-Jet Scan instead of the Programme List Search. (Refer to page 22.)

To Quickly Find the Beginning of a Desired Programme (VISS=VHS Index Search System)

This VCR automatically records special index signals on the tape every time a recording is started. The Index search function makes use of these index signals to let you find the beginning of a desired programme quickly and easily.

Index signals are automatically recorded in the following cases:

• When you start a recording by pressing the REC button 26, REC/OTR button 51 or DIRECT TV REC button 6.
• When a timer recording starts.
• When you press the REC button 26 on the remote control during recording.

Conditions for correct operation of the Index search function:

• The VCR must be in the stop mode or in the playback mode.
• Each programme recorded on the tape must be at least 5 minutes long.

Preparations

• Display the VCR picture on the TV.
• Insert a recorded video cassette.

Operation

1 Press the INDEX button 27 (that corresponds to the direction from the current tape position in which the desired programme is located on the tape) to start the

index search. For example, if you want to search for the 2nd recorded programme in forward direction, press the INDEX ▶▶▶ button 27 twice.

- The VCR fast-forwards or rewinds the tape and searches for the specified index signal (the beginning of the desired recorded programme).

When it has been found, playback starts automatically.

To Cancel the Index Search or to Stop Playback: Press the Stop button ⑨.

Hints:

• Searching in either direction is possible up to the 20th index signal.
• If you press either of the INDEX buttons 27 too many times, simply press the other INDEX button 27 (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 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 26, REC/OTR button 51 or DIRECT TV REC button 6.
• When a timer recording starts.
• When you press the REC button 26 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 29 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.

2 When you have found the programme that you want to view, press the Play button 25 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 29 after a timer recording has finished, but before ejecting that cassette, the Programme List Search (for details, see page 21) will be activated instead of the Intro-Jet Scan.

Assemble Editing

The assemble editing function makes it easy to record the picture and sound of virtually any number of scenes or programmes in succession.

Assemble editing from an external source, for example from a video movie camera, can be performed in the same way.

5 When that point is reached, press the Pause/Slow button ⑦ again to start recording the new picture and sound from the playback unit. 6 To record (copy) additional scenes, press the Pause/ Slow button ⑦ to put this VCR in the recording pause mode and then perform steps 4 and 5 again. 7 At the point where you want to stop recording, press the Stop button ⑨ to finish recording.

Note:

- If you leave the VCR in the recording pause mode for more than 5 minutes in step 3 or 6, the VCR automatically switches over to the stop mode to protect the video heads.

Preparations

• Connect a video movie camera or a VCR to this VCR with an audio/video cable or a 21-pin Scart cable, as shown in the illustration.
• Display the VCR picture on the TV.
• Insert the cassette on which the assemble editing is to be performed, and make sure that its erasure prevention tab is not broken out.
• Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".
• Press the INPUT SELECT button ③ to select the AV Input (external input) "A1", "A2" or "A3" according to the socket(s) on the VCR to which the source unit has been connected. A1: When connected to the AV1 21-pin Scart socket 54 A2: When connected to the AV2 21-pin Scart socket 55 ● Make sure that "AV2" is set to "EXT". (See page 36.) A3: When connected to the Video Input socket 45 and Audio Input socket 46 on the front panel of this VCR

Operations

1 Press the Play button 25 to start playback. 2 At the point where you want to join a new scene, press the Pause/Slow button ⑦ to put it in the still playback mode. 3 Press the REC button 26 to put it in the recording pause mode. 4 Start playback on the source unit and search for the point from which you want to record (copy) onto this VCR.

Album Function

The album function lets you collect desired scenes (both moving and still pictures) and create the equivalent of a photo album, but on video cassette. The pictures can be copied onto the cassette from a video movie camera, a digital still camera or another VCR for any desired time that you can preset.

Preparations

• Connect a digital still camera, a video movie camera or another external source to the Video Input socket 45 and Audio Input socket 46 on the front panel of this VCR.
• Display the VCR picture on the TV.
• Insert a cassette with intact erasure prevention tab.

Operations

1 Press the STILL ALBUM

Press button 16 on the remote control to put the VCR in the recording pause mode.

The VCR automatically selects the AV input (external input) "A3" and then switches over to the recording pause mode. The figure for the preset recording time (seconds) appears on the VCR display. The initial setting is "05" (5 seconds).

Start playback on the source unit to search for the point from which you want to copy onto this VCR.

When that point is reached,

press the STILL ALBUM button 16 on the remote control of this VCR again to start recording.

The VCR records the picture (and sound) for 5 seconds and then automatically switches over to the recording pause mode.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to record other scenes in succession. When you have recorded all desired scenes, press the Stop button ⑨ to finish recording.

To Change the Recording Time:

After step 1 or 3, press the INDEX ▶▶▶ or INDEX ◀◀◀ button

27 to change the recording time. You can set any time between "3" and "20" seconds.

Hints:

• If you connect a digital still camera, use a camera equipped with the video output socket. Use the cable supplied with the still camera to connect it. For details, also read the operating instructions of the equipment to be connected.
• If you leave the VCR in the recording pause mode for more than 5 minutes in step 1 or 3, the VCR automatically switches over to the stop mode to protect the video heads. In this case, press the STILL ALBUM button 16 again to put the VCR in the recording pause mode again.
• If you want to add background music or narration to the scenes recorded with the album function, perform Audio Dubbing as explained on the next page.
• Depending on the output system of the digital still camera, the pictures may not be recorded correctly.

Audio Dubbing

This function lets you insert narration, background music, or special sound effects into previously made recordings. However, this automatically erases the original sound on the tape portions where you perform audio dubbing.

Preparations

• Connect the audio equipment or a video movie camera to this VCR with an audio cable.
• Display the VCR picture on the TV.
• Insert the cassette on which the audio dubbing is to be performed, and make sure that its erasure prevention tab is not broken out.
• Press the INPUT SELECT button ③ to select the AV Input (external input) "A1", "A2", or "A3" according to the socket(s) on the VCR to which you have connected the source unit. A1: When connected to the AV1 21-pin Scart socket 54. A2: When connected to the AV2 21-pin Scart socket 55.
• Make sure that "AV2" is set to "EXT". (See page 36.) A3: When connected to the Audio Input socket 46 on the front panel of this VCR.

Operations

1. Press the Play button 25 on this VCR to start playback to search for the point from which you want to start audio dubbing. 2. At the point from which you want to perform audio dubbing, press the Pause/Still button 52 on this VCR to put it in the still playback mode. 3. Press the A.DUB button 47 on this VCR to put it in the recording pause mode.

4. Start playback on the source unit so that you can hear the sound.

5. When you reach the point from which you want to start audio dubbing, press the Pause/Still button 52 on this VCR again to start recording the new sound or start your narration.

6. At the point where you want to stop audio dubbing, press the Stop button Ⓗ to finish recording.

Hint:

- For audio dubbing with narration, you can use the built-in microphone of the connected video movie camera.

Connecting the VCR to a Decoder

To connect this VCR to a decoder, make the connections shown in the illustration below.

For the connection to the TV, see pages 8 and 10.

For details about the connection, also read the operating instructions of the decoder.

Be sure to keep the VCR, TV and decoder switched off until you have finished all connections.

For your safety, do not connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.

To Connect the VCR to a Decoder

Decoder here refers to the device used to decode scrambled broadcasts (Pay TV).

1 Connect a 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) to the AV2 21-pin Scart socket 55 on the VCR and to the 21-pin Scart socket on the decoder.

2 Connect the decoder's mains lead to an AC mains socket.

3 Set "AV2" to "DECODER". For details, see page 36.

AV Link Function

If the VCR is connected to the TV via a 21-pin Scart cable, you can use AV LINK button 18 to switch the TV from normal TV reception over to the video playback channel (AV input) (and vice versa). In the VCR mode (when the VCR indication in the VCR display is lit), the TV is switched to the video playback channel (AV input). In the TV mode (when the VCR indication is not lit), the TV is switched to TV reception.

VCR TV

VCR Mode VCR indication AV Input is lit. is selected.

TV Mode: The VCR indication is not lit when TV reception is selected.

- When you press the MENU button 36 to display the menu on the TV screen, the TV is also automatically switched to the VCR mode; however, the VCR indication does not appear in this case.

- When you start playback on the VCR, the TV is automatically switched to the VCR mode. However, during playback, it is not possible to switch the TV back to the TV mode.

- If a Pay TV station has been selected on the VCR when you switch to the TV mode, the picture on the TV is scrambled when you select a Pay TV station on the TV. In this case, either switch to the VCR mode or select the AV input on the TV.

Hint:

- "RGB" means separate Red/Green/Blue colour signals. If you connect a TV equipped with RGB input capability to the AV1 socket 54 on this VCR, and a decoder equipped with RGB output capability to the AV2 socket 55, the TV can receive RGB signal input from the decoder via the VCR.

Connecting the VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Digital Receiver

Satellite receiver here includes a digital receiver.

The connection method differs depending on the type of your satellite receiver.

For details about the connection, also read the satellite receiver's operating instructions.

If the Satellite Receiver is Equipped with a 21-pin Scart Socket

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 pages 8 and 10.

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.

1 Connect a 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) to the AV2 21-pin Scart socket 55 on the VCR and to the 21-pin Scart socket on the satellite receiver. 2 Connect the satellite receiver's mains lead to an AC mains socket. 3 Set "AV2" to "EXT". For details, see page 36.

If the Satellite Receiver Is Not Equipped with a 21-Pin Scart Socket

In case your satellite receiver is not equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket, use the RF coaxial cable to connect it to the VCR.

For the connection to the TV, refer to pages 8 and 10.

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.

1 Connect the aerial lead to the Aerial Input socket on the satellite receiver. 2 Connect the RF coaxial cable to the Aerial Output socket on the satellite receiver and to the Aerial Input socket 56 on the VCR. 3 Connect the satellite receiver's mains lead to an AC mains socket.

Hint:

- The RF output channel of the satellite receiver should be adjusted away from channel 38, which is used by the VCR, e.g. re-adjust to channel 33.

Note:

How to install the satellite receiver

Carefully observe the following points so that you can control the satellite receiver from the VCR.

1 Place the satellite receiver on top of the VCR. 2 Move the satellite receiver back a few centimetres so that infra-red signals emitted from the top of the VCR's front panel can be received by the satellite receiver.

To Prepare the VCR for Remote-controlled Operation of the Satellite Receiver (Setting the Tuner Type)

This VCR lets you change the programme position on the satellite receiver and programme timer recordings of satellite programmes — all with this VCR's remote control. This is called "satellite control".

To enable the VCR to control the satellite receiver, you need to set the tuner type of your satellite receiver. You can find the tuner type numbers on the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers. However, if your satellite receiver is not included in this list, it cannot be remote-controlled via this VCR.

Preparation

- Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".

Operations

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Satellite", "Connection" and "NO" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ③ to select the type of connection according to the type of socket on the VCR to which the satellite receiver is connected.

NO: When the satellite receiver is not connected to the VCR

RF: When the satellite receiver is connected to the VCR's Aerial Input socket

AV1: When the satellite receiver is connected to the VCR's AV1 21-pin Scart socket

AV2: When the satellite receiver is connected to the VCR's AV2 21-pin Scart socket

4 Press the OK button 35.

5 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuner type" and "1" in this order.

6 Find your receiver in the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers and enter its tuner type number by pressing the Numeric buttons ②.

7 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting.

8 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Hint:

- If you select "RF" in step 3, "Satellite–Position" is set automatically and it is not possible to change the satellite programme position here. If you want to change it, refer to page 30.

Note:

- If your satellite receiver is not included in the list of compatible satellite receivers, this VCR cannot control it.

To Prepare the Satellite Receiver

To make it possible for the VCR to control the satellite receiver, the satellite receiver must be left in a certain condition. This condition is called standby type, and it differs depending on the make and model of satellite receiver. There are five standby types (A, B, C, D, E) as listed below.

Find your satellite receiver in the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers and note its standby type. Then look up this standby type in the chart below and determine which action(s) you need to take to prepare your satellite receiver so that this VCR can control it.

Action\Standby Type	A	B	C	D	E
1 Y e s		N	o Y	e
2 No No No Yes	Yes
3 No No Yes	No Yes

Action 1: Switch the satellite receiver on.

Action 2: Twin-tuner type satellite receiver: Select on the tuner which is connected to the VCR.

(Please also refer to the satellite receiver's operating instructions.)

Action 3: Switch the satellite receiver's channel display to the 2-digit display mode.

To Check that the Satellite Channels Can Be Selected Correctly

Preparation

- Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".

Operations

1 Press the Numeric buttons ② to select the satellite channel.

Example:

To select "SAT 9": Enter

Ⓠ → ⓞ → ⓝ.

To select "SAT 19": Enter

Ⓠ → ① → ⑨.

To select "SAT 129": Enter

ⓠ → ① → ② → ⑨.

3-digit programme positions can be selected with this remote control only in case of a satellite receiver that is marked with (*1) on the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers.

2 Check that the channel on the satellite receiver has been changed to the channel that you selected.

Notes:

• After you have finished all settings and preparations, use the VCR's remote control to check that the satellite programmes can be selected correctly and timer recordings of satellite broadcast can be performed correctly.
• With some satellite receivers, correct control from the VCR may not be possible.
• There may be a slight delay between pressing the Numeric buttons ② on the remote control and the changing of the channel on the satellite receiver. This is due to the need for signal conversion.
• The range of satellite channels available for selection is 1 through 99.
• Some satellite receivers offer less than 99 channels. In this case, the number of the satellite channels that can be controlled from the VCR is the same.
• Some satellite receivers offer more than 99 satellite channels, but even in this case, only the satellite channels 1 through 99 can be controlled from the VCR.
• With some satellite receivers, it is necessary to wait a few seconds between selecting one channel and selecting another one with the remote control of the VCR.
• If the display on the satellite receiver does not indicate the channels, refer to its operating instructions and follow the procedure for displaying the channels.

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 Download or Auto Setup function automatically so that all available TV stations in the area can be received.

However, if Auto Setup is not successful due to extraordinary transmission circumstances, or if you want to change the name of a TV station or change a TV station from its regular programme position to one of your preference, you can set it up manually. This is called Manual Tuning.

If Download from the TV occurs after you have performed Manual Tuning, the manually performed tuning may be cancelled.

In that case, perform Manual Tuning again.

Preparation

- Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".

To Change the Order in Which the TV Stations Are Assigned to the Programme Positions

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations. 4 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the TV station that you want to assign to a different programme position. 5 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu. 6 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the entry field for "Pos". 7 Press the Numeric buttons ② to enter the number of the desired programme position. 8 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 9 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Enter or Change the Name of a TV Station

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button ③5 to display the list of tuned TV stations.

4 Press the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) 33 to select a programme position whose TV station name is indicated as ×□□□□.

5 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu.

6 Press the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the entry field for "Name".

- The character list appears.

7 Use the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 and OK button 35 to enter the station name. - If the station name needs a blank space, select the blank between "Z" and "*". 8 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Tuning
Pos Name	Ch	Pos Name	Ch
1 ARD 1		11
2 ZDF 2		12
3 N3	19	13
4 HR3	26	14
5 BR3	16	15
6 RB3 3		16
7 ****07 09		17
8		18
9		19
10		20

To Enter Newly Available TV Stations

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③3 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations.

4 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③3 to select an unused programme position.

5 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu.

Tuning
Pos	Name	Ch	Pos	Name	Ch
1	ARD 1		11
2	ZDF 2		12
3	N3	19	13
4	HR3	26	14
5	BR3	18	15
6	RB3 3		16
7	**-0730		17
8			18
9			19
10			20

6 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.

7 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting.

8 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

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 35 in step 5, use the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the entry field for "Channel".

List of TV Reception Channels

Channel Indication	TV Channel
	PAL/SECAM/B.G	SECAM OIRT	PAL I
1	—	R1	—
2–3	—	R2–R3	—
4	—	R4	—
5–8	—	R5–R8	—
9	—	R9	—
10–12	E10–E12	R10–R12	—
13–20	E2–E9	—	—
21–69	21–69	21–69	21–69
74	S1	—	—
75	S2	—	—
76	S3	—	—
79	—	—	—
80–89	M1–M10	—	—
90–99	U1–U10	—	—
121–141	*S21–S41	—	—

*Only for 8 MHz channel raster

To Obtain the Best Tuning Condition

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③ to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations. 4 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the TV station for which you want to obtain the best tuning condition. 5 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu.

6 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the entry field for "Fine tuning".

7 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to obtain the best tuning condition. - If you do not want to change the tuning condition, press the Cursor button (▶) 33 to return to the original condition (AUTO).

8 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 9 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Preset Pay TV Stations

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations. 4 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the pay TV station. 5 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu.

6 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the entry field for "Decoder".

7 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select "ON".

ON: To preset pay TV stations. OFF: To preset normal TV stations.

8 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 9 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Change the Type of Video System (Colour TV system)

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations. 4 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the TV station for which you want to change the type of video system. 5 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu.

6 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the entry field for "Video system".

7 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select "AUTO".

The VCR automatically distinguishes between PAL, SECAM/MESECAM signals. If the picture lacks colour, press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to change the type of video system "PAL" or "MESECAM".

PAL: For receiving PAL signals. MESECAM: For receiving SECAM/MESECAM signals.

8 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 9 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Change the Audio System

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations. 4 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the TV station for which you want to change the type of video system. 5 Press the OK button 35 to display the Manual Tuning menu.

6 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the entry field for "Audio mode".

7 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select the desired Audio mode.

BG: PAL B.G/H/SECAM B.G DK: PAL D/SECAM D.K.K1 I: PAL I

8 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 9 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

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.

If downloading of the setup data has been performed, only the instruction indication "Delete" appears.

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Manual" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to display the list of tuned TV stations.

4 Press the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) 33 to select the desired TV station.

5 Follow the operations below.

To delete a programme position (Delete): Press the Channel button ( , red) 10.

To insert a blank programme position (Add): Press the DATE button (+, green) 11.

To move a TV station to another programme position

(Move): Press the ON button (+, yellow) 23, and then use the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select the new programme position to which you want to assign the TV station.

6 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 7 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Hint:

- If you have performed Manual Tuning to enter TV stations, the "--" indication may appear under "Pos/Name" on the On Screen Display when programming a ShowView timer recording.

Restarting the Auto Setup or Download/Resetting the VCR to the Shipping Condition

Performing Auto Setup or Download automatically tunes all TV stations available in your area for the VCR.

Restarting this function is convenient when you move to another area and may need to set up the VCR again.

To Restart the Auto Setup

To perform the Auto Setup again, follow the operation steps below.

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Auto-Setup Restart" in this order.

3 Press the OK button 35 to prepare for Auto Setup start.

4 Press the OK button 35 again to actually start the Auto Setup.

To Restart the Download

To perform the Download again, follow the operation steps below.

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Download" in this order.

3 Press the OK button 35 to prepare for Download start.

4 Press the OK button 35 again to actually start the Download.

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.

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Tuning" and "Shipping condition" in this order. 3 Press the OK button 35 to prepare for resetting the VCR to the shipping condition. 4 Press the OK button 35 two more times to actually change the settings back to the shipping condition.

- To re-tune the VCR, disconnect and reconnect the AC Mains Cable.

Usually, the VCR's Auto Setup or Download function automatically adjusts the clock to the correct time.

Under some reception conditions, however, the VCR cannot set the clock automatically.

In this case, follow the operation steps below to manually set the clock.

To Manually Adjust the Clock

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select "Clock".

●The Clock setting menu appears on the TV.

3 Use the Cursor button (▶) 33 to move to the Clock setting menu, confirm that "Automatic" is set to "OFF", and then press the OK button 35.

4 Use the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) 33 to set the date and time.

- Instead of the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33, you can also use the numeric buttons 2 to set the date and time. (Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".)

5 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting.

6 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

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 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 38 to select "Clock".

●The Clock setting menu appears on the TV.

3 Use the Cursor button (▶)

33 to move to the Clock setting menu, and then use the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to set "Automatic" to "ON".

4 Press the OK button 35 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.

5 Press the EXIT button 34 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 36), 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.

Settings for the Main Menu Item "Display"

For Automatic Display of the Channel Guide on the TV Screen Each Time You Change the Programme Position

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Display", "Channel Guide" and the entry field for "Channel Guide" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ③ to select "ON".

- Each time you change the programme position with the Channel button 30, the Channel Guide indication appears for a few seconds.

Set the VCR/TV switch 31 to "VCR".

4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

For Automatic Display on the TV Screen of the TV Station Information, etc.

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Display", "OSD" and the entry field for "OSD" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ③ to select "4:3", "OFF" or "16:9". Normally set to "4:3".

- When using a wide type of TV screen and selecting the wide screen mode on the TV setting, indications do not appear. Therefore, set to "16:9".

- Even if setting to "16:9", indications may be cut off depending on the TV. OFF: No indicators appear.

4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

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.

①TV station name ②Video system (colour TV system) ③Tape speed indicator

④Tape length indicator

At each press of the TAPE button 19, the selected tape length is indicated.

◀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 - Even if you have selected the correct tape length, the remaining tape time may not be indicated correctly with certain kinds of cassettes.

⑤Tape running display

Stop □
Rewind ◀◀
Fast Forward ▶▶
Playback ▷
Recording	●
Recording pause	□□
Repeat Playback	R
Audio Dubbing	ADUB

⑥Present time/Tape counter/Remaining tape time/Index Search/One-Touch Recording (OTR)/Playback Off Timer Function

Present time	17:24:31
Tape counter -2:35.47
Remaining tape time	REMAIN: 2:34
Index Search ▶▶ 02
One-Touch Recording (OTR)	OTR 60
Playback Off Timer Function	30

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 ① and ② do not appear.
• Some of the above indications do not appear when using NTSC tapes.

To reduce the VCR's power consumption when the VCR is switched off

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Display", "Power save" and the entry field for "Power save" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ③ 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).

4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

For Automatic Change of the Brightness of the VCR Display When the VCR Is Switched Off

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Display", "VCR display" and the entry field for "VCR display" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ③ 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.

4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Settings for the Main Menu Item "Functions"

To Set the Type of External Source Equipment that Is Connected to the AV2 21-pin Scart Socket

1 Press the MENU button 38 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) ③3 to select "Functions", "AV2" and "DECODER" or "EXT" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ③ to select the type of external source equipment which is connected to the VCR's AV2 21-pin socket. - Set the external source equipment as follows: DECODER: When a decoder is connected. EXT: When another VCR or a satellite receiver is connected. 4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Set the Colour TV System Used During Playback or Recording from an External Source

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons

(▲▼◀▶) 33 to select

"Functions", "TV system" and "AUTO" in this order. - The VCR automatically distinguish between PAL, SECAM/MESECAM signals. If the picture lacks colour during playback or during recording from an external source, press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 33 to select "PAL" or "MESECAM".

3 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 4 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Set RFC System the same as the TV system of the connected TV

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Functions", "RFC system" and "DK", "BG" or "I" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ⚫ to select the type of RFC System the same as the TV system of the connected TV.

TV system RFC system

PAL D/SECAM D.K.K1 DK PAL B.G.H/SECAM B.G BG PAL II

4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting.

5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

To Set the Remote Control Mode

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Functions", "Remote", and "VCR 1/VCR 2" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) 38 to select the desired remote control mode.

VCR 1: Select this setting on both the VCR and the remote control for normal use with one VCR. VCR 2: Select this setting on both the VCR and the remote control when using this VCR and another Panasonic VCR in the same place. This ensures that you can operate both VCRs independently with their respective remote control. It also allows you to operate both VCRs with a single remote control, simply by changing the remote control mode on the remote control.

4 Press the OK button 35.

5 Press the OK button 35 again.

6 To change the remote control mode on the remote control itself, change the position of the VCR 1/2 switch to match the setting made in step 3 above. If these settings are not matched, the remote control cannot be used to operate the VCR.

7 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Language Setting

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen.

2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Language" and the entry field for "Language" in this order.

3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼) ③ to select the desired language. 4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

Country Setting

1 Press the MENU button 36 to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) 33 to select "Country" and the entry field for "Country" in this order. 3 Press the Cursor buttons (▲▼◀▶) ③ to select the desired country. 4 Press the OK button 35 to conclude the setting. 5 Press the EXIT button 34 to exit the On Screen Display.

VPS (Video Programme System)/PDC (Programme Delivery Control)

The Video Programme System (VPS) or the Programme Delivery Control (PDC) is a very convenient system which assures that the TV programmes you have programmed for timer recording will be recorded exactly from beginning to end, even if the actual broadcasting time differs from the scheduled time due to delayed start or extension of the programme duration. Also, if a programme is interrupted and, for example, some special news is inserted, the recording will also be interrupted automatically and resumed when the programme continues.

Depending on the signals sent from the TV stations, the VPS/PDC system may not operate properly even when "VPS/PDC" has been set to "ON".

Please check with the broadcasters in your area for details.

• In the case of VPS/PDC recording, use the correct time (VPS/PDC time) for recording the TV programmes. Set "VPS/PDC" to "OFF" when the recording time is not the correct time (VPS/PDC time). VPS/PDC recording is not performed when the time (VPS/PDC time) is incorrect, even if only by one minute. To find out the correct time (VPS/PDC time), consult Teletext, a newspaper or magazine, or other source.
• If the actual broadcasting times of timer recordings overlap (regardless of whether they are VPS/PDC controlled), the recording that starts first always has priority, and the recording of the later beginning programme will start only after the first timer recording has finished.
• When the VPS/PDC signal drops out because the broadcast signal is weak, or when a TV station does not transmit a regular VPS/PDC signal, the timer recording will be performed in the normal mode (without VPS/PDC) even if it was programmed for VPS/PDC. In this case, even if the timer recording is performed, whatever has been programmed will not be cancelled at that particular time but at 4 a.m. on the following day.
• The start times of scheduled programmes listed in the newspaper or magazine may be changed at a later date. Set "VPS/PDC" to "OFF" when programming a programme whose start time has been subsequently changed. Particular care must be taken in this respect with ShowView programming since "VPS/PDC" is automatically set to "ON" in some countries.
• If a programme listed in a newspaper or magazine has two ShowView numbers, use the ShowView number for VPS/PDC if you wish to proceed with VPS/PDC recording using ShowView programming.
• The default settings for "VPS/PDC" differ depending on the country concerned. Refer to the table on the right.

Programming methodSelected Country	ShowView programming	Changes in ShowView programming start time	Non-ShowView programming
Germany, Other Countries	ON ON		ON
Poland, Czech, Hungary	OFF OFF OFF

- If the broadcasting station is not transmitting VPS/PDC signals, "--" appears in the menu for timer programming under "VPS/PDC".

Q Link Function

This function works only if the VCR is connected via a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable to a TV featuring the Q Link or similar function.

Q Link offers the following functions:

(1) Download from the TV When you connect the VCR to a TV, the station list data is automatically copied from the TV to the VCR, and the TV stations are assigned to the programme positions on the VCR in the same order as on the TV.

(2) Direct TV Recording

By simply pressing the DIRECT TV REC button ⑥, you can at once record the same programme that you are watching on the TV.

*(3) TV/VCR Auto Power On

Even if the TV and the VCR are off (standby mode), pressing the Play 25, SHOW VIEW 28 or PROG./CHECK button 12 automatically turns on both the TV and the VCR.

- When a cassette with a broken erasure prevention tab is in the VCR, it turns on and starts playback. The TV also turns on.

*(4) VCR Auto Power Off

When you turn the TV off, the VCR is turned off as well. However, this function only works during rewinding, in the stop mode, or when no cassette is inserted.

If the VCR receives the Auto Power Off command while it is rewinding the tape, it turns off after the rewinding has been finished.

This function does not work during the following operations:

Preset Download, Auto Setup, Auto Clock Setting and Manual Tuning.

*(5) On Screen Display Messages

When you are watching a TV programme, the following VCR messages appear on the TV screen to inform you of the VCR's condition:

Message	Message appears when:
This programme has already started	A timer recording has just started.
Set VCR to timer standby mode	The VCR is not in the timer standby mode 10 minutes before the programmed recording start time of a timer recording (message appears every minute during these 10 minutes).
VCR is in timer standby mode	The VCR-ON/OFF 1, Play 25, EJECT 12 or SEARCH button 29 was pressed, although the VCR is in the timer standby mode.
VCR is in timer recording mode	The VCR-ON/OFF 1, Stop 9, REC/OTR 51, Pause/Still 52 (Pause/Slow 7) or SHOW VIEW 28 was pressed while the VCR is in the timer recording mode.

- Depending on the type of TV used, the above messages may not appear correctly.

*The operations marked with asterisk are only available if the VCR is connected to a TV featuring the Q Link or the DATA LOGIC function.

Note:

- If "Power save" is set to "ON", the Q Link functions do not work when the VCR is switched off (standby mode).

Crystal View Control (CVC)

The crystal view control function ensures that you always obtain the optimum picture quality so that you get the best picture automatically.

While the VCR is turned on, the CVC indication 49 is always displayed to show that the Crystal View Control is activated.

21-pin Scart Socket

The 21-pin Scart socket transmits both input and output signals for picture and sound. TVs equipped with the same type of socket can be connected here.

This type of socket is also called Peritel, Euro Connector and Euro AV.

AV1 Scart Socket (for Q Link connection)

1 Audio output 12 No connection 2 Audio input 13 Red ground 3 Audio output 14 Blanking ground 4 Audio ground 15 Red 5 Blue ground 16 Blanking 6 Audio input 17 Video output ground 7 Blue 18 Video input ground 8 Switching voltage 19 Video output 9 Green ground 20 Video input 10 Q Link data 21 Ground 11 Green

AV2 Scart Socket

1 Audio output 12 Reserved 2 Audio input 13 Red ground 3 Audio output 14 Blanking ground 4 Audio ground 15 Red 5 Blue ground 16 Blanking 6 Audio input 17 Video output ground 7 Blue 18 Video input ground 8 Switching voltage 19 Video output 9 Green ground 20 Video input 10 Control signal 21 Ground 11 Green

The Red, Green and Blue (RGB) video signals are looped through only from an external source unit, for example from a connected pay-TV decoder, i.e. they are not from tape playback.

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 26 (REC/OTR button 51), the DIRECT TV REC button 6, the Play button 25, the Fast Forward button 24, the Rewind button 8 or the SEARCH button 29 when no cassette was inserted in the VCR. You pressed the TIMER REC button 20 when no cassette was inserted in the VCR with a timer recording programmed. Insert a video cassette.

[Please use tape with unbroken recording tab!]

You pressed the REC button 26 (REC/OTR button 51) or the DIRECT TV REC button ⑤ when a cassette with a broken out erasure prevention tab was inserted in the VCR. You pressed the TIMER REC button 20 when a cassette with a broken out erasure prevention tab was inserted in the VCR with a timer recording programmed. 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]

148 You pressed the SHOW VIEW button 23 or the PROG./CHECK button 12, 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 20 even though no timer recording has been programmed. Programme a timer recording before pressing the TIMER REC button 20.

[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.

Other messages may also appear. Follow the instructions given on the TV screen.

◆ 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 36.) Power save setting is "ON". Set "Power save" to "OFF". (See page 36.)

"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 20 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 12.)

"Auto clock setting does not work correctly."

Teletext information is not available or cannot be read. Set the clock manually.

"Download cannot be performed."

The VCR is not connected to a TV equipped with the Q Link (or a similar) function via a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable. Be sure to use a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable to connect the VCR to a TV with the Q Link (or a similar) function.

◆ Playback Does Not Work Properly

The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “”.

"The playback picture is distorted or in black and white. Or, horizontal noise bars appear in the picture or horizontal lines move up and down."

The tracking adjustment is not correct. Adjust the tracking. (See page 42.) The TV's video playback channel has not been tuned correctly. Re-tune the video playback channel. The video heads are clogged or worn. Consult your dealer for advice. 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 ☐o 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, A2 or A3) 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 to put the VCR in the timer recording standby mode.

The correct position will not appear when performing ShowView programming. When this happens, perform the following operations. 1. Delete the incorrect position. 2. Create a new position using the "Add" function. 3. Perform Manual Tuning. 4. Reset the guide channel. (For details, see page 18.)

Recording from an external source connected to the VCR's AV input cannot be made.

The correct AV input (A1, A2 or A3) is not selected. Select the correct AV input (A1, A2 or A3). The connections from the external source are not made correctly. Correct them. (See page 23.)

◆ The Remote Control Does Not Work Correctly

The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “”.

The remote control does not work correctly.

The remote control signal cannot reach the VCR. Aim the remote control at the VCR and make sure that the infrared beam's path is not obstructed.

The distance to the VCR is too long. Use the remote control within 7 metres from the VCR. If you are using it within this range but the remote control still cannot operate the VCR, replace the batteries.

The batteries are exhausted. Replace with new batteries.

The batteries have been inserted with reversed polarities (⊕/⊖). Insert the batteries correctly. (See page 4.)

Power save setting is "ON". Set "Power save" to "OFF". (See page 36.)

The wrong remote control mode has been selected. Set the correct control mode. (See page 37.)

◆ The Satellite Receiver Cannot Be Controlled Correctly

The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “”.

"The Satellite Receiver cannot be controlled."

The Satellite Receiver is not connected correctly to the VCR. Connect the Satellite Receiver correctly.

The settings on pages 27–29 for receiving satellite broadcasts are not correct. Perform the settings on pages 27–29 again correctly.

The receiver in use is not on the attached list of compatible satellite receivers. These settings are supported only by the satellite receivers found on the attached list of compatible satellite receivers.

Adjusting the Playback Picture

Under normal conditions, the VCR automatically 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 30 √ (−) or ∧ (+) until the noise bars 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.

Playback picture containing noise bars

To Return to Auto Tracking:

Press the Channel buttons 30 ∨ (−) and ∧ (+) 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 30 ∨ (−) or ∧ (+) 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.

Be sure to read the cautions carefully before you operate this VCR.

Avoid sudden changes in temperature

If the VCR is moved suddenly from a cold to a warm place, condensation may form on the tape surface and inside the VCR. If this happens, leave the VCR at room temperature for at least 1 hour before operating it.

Avoid humidity and dust

Do not use the VCR in very humid or dusty places. This may cause damage to its internal parts.

Do not cover the ventilation holes

The ventilation holes prevent excessive heat build-up inside the VCR during extended periods of use. Do not block these holes; especially avoid covering them with soft materials such as paper or cloth.

Keep the VCR away from high temperatures

Keep the VCR away from extreme heat such as direct sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.

Avoid magnets or magnetized objects

Never bring a magnet or magnetized object close to the VCR because this could adversely affect the performance of the VCR. When using the VCR together with other equipment, keep as much distance as possible between them to prevent them from adversely affecting each other's performance.

No fingers or other objects inside

Touching internal parts of the VCR is dangerous, and may seriously damage it. 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 water or some other liquid is spilled into the VCR, serious damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VCR, consult qualified service personnel.

Lightning

To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug from the VCR during lightning storms.

Cleaning the VCR

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.

Stacking

Install the VCR in a horizontal position and do not place anything heavy on it.

Video head clogging

The video heads record the picture signals on the tape during recording and read picture signals from the tape during playback. They are, therefore, of critical importance for the picture quality. If the VCR is used for a very long time, these heads may become dirty and clogged with dust and fine particles from the tape coating. 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, if during the playback of a tape, which you know to have excellent recording quality, the picture and sound quality are inferior. When such a symptom occurs, have the recorder checked by qualified service personnel.

Head cleaning by a service center is not covered by warranty.

Condensation may form in the following cases:

• If the VCR is in a room that was very cold before the heater has just been turned on.
• If the VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
• If 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:

• In any of the above-mentioned conditions, do not operate the VCR for at least 1 hour. This VCR is not equipped with a dew sensor.

NV-SJ412EE-S

Power Source:

220–240 V AC 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption: 19 W

Power Consumption When

in Standby Mode: Approx. 3 W

(When Power save function is activated)

Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system

Video Heads: 4 heads

Tape Speed: SP; 23.39 mm/s

LP; 11.7 mm/s

Tape Format: VHS tape

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

LP; 480 min with NV-E240

FF/REW Time: approx. 60 s with NV-E180

VIDEO

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

VIDEO IN (AV3) (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated

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

RF Modulated; UHF channel (21–69),

75 ohm

AUDIO

Input Level:

AV1/AV2;

-6 dBV,

more than 10 kohm

AUDIO IN (AV3) (PHONO);

-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:

Colour; more than 240 lines (SP)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

Video; more than 43 dB (SP)

Audio; more than 43 dB (SP)

Audio Frequency Response:

80 Hz–8 kHz (SP)

Operating Temperature:

5°C–40°C

Operating Humidity:

35%–80%

Weight:

4.1 kg

Dimensions:

430 (W) x 87 (H) x 303 (D) mm

Standard Accessories:

1 pc. RF Coaxial cable

1 pc. Remote Control (EUR571742)

2 pcs. R6 size batteries

1 pc. AC mains lead

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.