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| Type de produit | Magnétoscope numérique DV (Digital Video) |
| Modèle | NV-DV2000EC |
| Marque | Panasonic |
| Dimensions (L x H x P) | 430 x 105 x 285 mm |
| Poids | 5.0 kg |
| Alimentation | 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Consommation électrique | 20 W (en fonctionnement) |
| Formats de bande | DV (Digital Video) cassette |
| Connectivité | iLink (IEEE1394), S-Video in/out, Composite in/out, Audio stéréo in/out |
| Fonctions principales | Enregistrement et lecture numérique, avance/retour rapide, pause, arrêt sur image, programmation de minuterie, entrée DV (iLink) pour montage |
| Tête vidéo | 4 têtes rotatives |
| Entretien et nettoyage | Utiliser une cassette de nettoyage sèche ; éviter l’exposition à la poussière et à l’humidité |
| Sécurité | Ne pas ouvrir le boîtier ; débrancher avant nettoyage ; éviter les liquides |
| Pièces détachées et réparabilité | Courroies, têtes vidéo, fusibles disponibles via service agréé |
| Informations générales | Fabriqué au Japon ; compatible avec cassettes DV standard |
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USER MANUAL NV-DV2000EC PANASONIC
Operating Instructions



Mini DY
PAL
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Digital Video Cassette Recorder.
We recommend that you carefully study the Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and that you note the listed precautions.
As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a well-ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
IMPORTANT
Your attention is drawn to the fact that 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. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This VCR has an On Screen Display (OSD) function which allows for various settings. The main operation buttons used in the function are listed below.
SETUP: To make the SETUP screen appear on the TV.
To return to the previous screen.
EXIT: To exit the screen completely.
OK: To confirm the selection, or to store.
▲▼◀▶▲▼ make selections from the On Screen Display.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Contents
Before Use
Cautions 4
Caution for AC Mains Lead (for U.K.) 6
Check List 7
Controls and Connection Sockets 8
Editing Controller 10
Editing Controller Setup 12
Inserting the Cassette/Child Lock Function ..... 12
Setting Up
Connections Using a 21-pin Scart Cable/ Connections Using an S-Video Cable .... 13
Connection to a Stereo Amplifier/ Connection to a Decoder .... 14
Playback and Recording
Playback 15
Recording 16
●One-Touch Recording (OTR) 16
Other Playback and Recording Functions ...... 17
Advanced Operations
Search Functions ...... 18
-Index Search System 18
●Photoshot Index Search System 18
Using the VCR with a Video Printer 19
Using the VCR with a Computer 20
Various Settings
Clock Setting/Shipping Condition 21
Settings for VCR Functions 22
Preparations for Editing
Editing Functions 25
Creating the Tapes For Editing 27
Connecting with a Panasonic Digital Video Camera .... 28
Connecting Two Digital Video Cassette Recorders
(Both Panasonic models) 30
Connecting an S-VHS (VHS) Video Equipment with an Edit Socket 32
Connecting a Video Equipment with a LANC Socket 34
Settings for Editing 36
For Quick Editing
Album Function 38
Editing when Not Using an Edit Cable 39
One-Touch Assemble 40
One-Touch Insert/Audio Dubbing 41
One-Touch Audio Mixing 42
Manual Copying 43
Manual Insert 44
Manual Audio Dubbing 45
Programme Editing
Programme Assemble 46
Programme Insert 48
Programme Audio Dubbing 50
Other Editing Functions .... 52
Helpful Hints
Edit Timing Adjustment 54
Tape Trade Editing 56
Glossary of Terms 57
On Screen Display Messages 59
Before Requesting Service 60
Flow Chart for On Screen Displays 62
Specifications 66
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 prevents excessive heat buildup 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 AC mains lead 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 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.
Using the Mini-DV format Digital Video Head Cleaner:
- Insert the Head Cleaner into the VCR in the same way as a video cassette.
- Press ▶ (PLAY), and after approximately 20 seconds press ■ (STOP). (Do not rewind the tape.)
- Take out the Head Cleaner. Insert a video cassette, perform recording and then play it back to check the picture.
- If the picture is still not clear, repeat above operation steps 1-3. (Do not use the Head Cleaner more than 3 times in succession.)
Notes:
- Do not rewind the tape in the Head Cleaner after every use. Rewind it only after the tape has reached its end, and then use it again in the same way from the beginning.
- If the video heads again become clogged with dirt soon after cleaning, this might be caused by a damaged tape. In this case, stop using that cassette immediately.
- Be careful not to clean the video heads too much. (Too much cleaning could cause excessive wear to the video heads. If the video heads get worn, the picture is not played back clearly even after cleaning.)
- If using the Head Cleaner does not clear the video head clogging, the VCR requires cleaning or repairing by a service centre. Please consult with your dealer.
- This Video Head Cleaner is available from service centres.
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three-pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic dealer.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME, THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT-OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol .
How to Replace the Fuse
- There are two types of the AC mains lead assembly:
Ⓐ and Ⓑ as shown below.
1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.
2 Replace the fuse and fuse cover.
TYPE Ⓐ

TYPE Ⓑ

Check that you have the accessories and items shown below.



- VJA0733-C
VJA0940
VJA1022
- VJA1039
VJA0664-1
VJA0664-1A
VJA1023
- VJA0754
VJA1068


[See a leaflet.]

AC mains leads (3 pcs.)

S-Video cable (1 pc.)
VJA0658-A or VJA0748

AV cables (1 pc.)
VJA0788, VJA1062,
VJA0788-B or VJA0788-D





Edit cable (1 pc.)
VJA1109 or VJA0787

DV cable (1 pc.)
VJA1012

Batteries for the Editing Controller
(2 pcs.)
R6 type

Digital Video Head Cleaner (1 pc.)
VFK1451



Editing Controller (1 pc.)
EUR571507

AC Plug Adaptor (1 pc.)
VJP2974

Guarantee Card
VQA0650-1
VQA0335
VQA0380

Operating Instructions
VQT8649 (English)
VQT8650 (German)
VQT8651 (French)
VQT8652 (Italian)
VQT8653 (Chinese)
This section gives a detailed explanation of the function of each button, switch and connection socket.

Front
1 VCR-ON/OFF button (⏻/I) [☐16] 2 EJECT button (▲) [12] 3 STEREO SELECT button [17,41,42,45,51] 4 AUDIO OUT button [☐22]
5 Infra-red receiver window
6 Cassette compartment
7 Rewind button (◀◀) [▶15] 8 STOP button (☐) [15,16] 9 PLAY button (▷) [15]
10 Fast Forward button (▶▶) [☐ 15]
11 PAUSE/SLOW button ( ▪▶) [→15,16]
12 DV Input/Output socket [DV2 (i)] [7 28,30]
13 DV SELECT (DV1/DV2) switch [☐29,31]
14 EDIT socket [19,28,30,32]
15 8mm socket [34]
16 Display
17 AUDIO REC LEVEL knob [17]
18 AUDIO MIX knob [17]
19 STILL ALBUM button [38]
20 REC/OTR button (●) [16] 21 INPUT SELECT button [27-35] 22 S-Video Input socket [S-VIDEO IN (AV4)] [28,30,32,34] 23 Video Input socket [VIDEO IN (AV4)] [28,30,32,34] 24 Audio Input socket [AUDIO IN (AV4)] [28,30,32,34] 25 Edit Mode switch [19,20,29-35] 26 Edit Terminal switch [19,20,29-35] 27 MIXING EDIT button [42] 28 SP/LP button [16,27] 29 Time Base Corrector button (TBC) [17] 30 3 Dimensional Digital Noise Reduction button (3D DNR) [17] 31 PRINT button [19] 32 S-Video Output socket [S-VIDEO OUT (AV4)] [19] 33 Video Output socket [VIDEO OUT (AV4)] 34 Audio Output socket [AUDIO OUT (AV4)]

Front (Explanation)
VCR-ON/OFF button (∅/I)
Press to switch the VCR from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still connected to the mains.
Edit Terminal switch
By connecting a video movie camera or VCR with an EDIT socket via an Edit cable, various kinds of editing functions can be performed more quickly and efficiently between two VCRs or between a VCR and a video movie camera.
DV Input/Output socket [DV1/DV2(i)]
To connect the DV cable to digital video equipment with iEEE 1394-1995.
“i” is the logo marked on products conforming with the “i.LINK” specifications. For further details on the DV terminal, refer to the Glossary of Terms on page 58.
Edit Mode switch
PLAYER: When this VCR is used as the playback VCR during editing operations.
RECORDER: When this VCR is used as the recording VCR during editing operations.
• Normally set at this position.
PASSIVE: When operating this VCR using another VCR or an editing controller.
AV1 21-pin Scart socket [AV1 (TV)]
This 21-pin scart terminal carries input and output signals for both picture and sound. TV sets equipped with a similar socket can be connected here.
The scart terminal is also called "Peritel", "Euro Connector" or "Euro AV".

NORMAL (AV1/AV2) S-VIDEO (AV1)
1 AUDIO OUTPUT 1 AUDIO OUTPUT CH2 (R) CH2 (R)
2 AUDIO INPUT 2 AUDIO INPUT CH2 (R) CH2 (R)
3 AUDIO OUTPUT 3 AUDIO OUTPUT CH1 (L) CH1 (L)
4 AUDIO GND 4 AUDIO GND
5 BLUE GND 5 No connection
6 AUDIO INPUT 6 AUDIO INPUT CH1 (L) CH1 (L)
7 BLUE 7 No connection
8 SWITCHING VOLTAGE 8 SWITCHING VOLTAGE
9 GREEN GND 9 No connection
10 Connection 10 Connection (Only when NV-DV2000 is off)
11 GREEN 11 No connection
12 No connection 12 No connection
13 RED GND 13 C OUT GND
14 BLANKING GND 14 No connection
15 RED 15 C OUT
16 BLANKING 16 No connection
17 VIDEO OUTPUT GND 17 Y OUT GND
18 VIDEO INPUT GND 18 VIDEO INPUT GND
19 VIDEO OUTPUT 19 Y OUT
20 VIDEO INPUT 20 VIDEO INPUT
21 GND 21 GND
Caution: RGB reservation for only E/E operation when connecting the Pay TV decoder.

Rear
35 NORMAL/S-VIDEO OUT switch for AV1 only [☐13]
36 AV1 21-pin Scart socket [AV1 (TV)] [13,14]
37 Audio Monitor Output sockets [AUDIO OUT (AV3)] [13,14,30]
38 Video Monitor Output socket [VIDEO OUT (AV3)] [13,30]
39 S-Video Output socket (S-VIDEO OUT) [13,19]
40 AV2 21-pin Scart socket [AV2 (EXT)] [14]
41 Audio Input sockets [AUDIO IN (AV3)]
42 Video Input socket [VIDEO IN (AV3)]
43 S-Video Input socket [S-VIDEO IN (AV3)]
44 DV Input/Output socket [DV1(i)]
45 DIGITAL STILL PICTURE OUT SOCKET [☐20]
46 AC Input socket (AC IN) [13]

17 Infra-red Transmitter window
18 OK button
To start Manual editing and to store the selection on the SET UP or EDIT MENU screen.
19 VIDEO INSERT button [39,41]
For the Video Insert function and the AV Insert function.
20 AUDIO INSERT button [39,41]
For the Audio Insert function and the AV Insert function.
21 AUDIO DUB button [39,41,42]
For the Audio Dubbing function or the Audio Mixing function.
22 JOG/SHUTTLE button and lamp [15,39-51]
To switch to the Jog/Shuttle mode. When the button is pressed, it lights and the VCR enters the Jog/Shuttle mode.
In the stop mode: Still picture (Jog/Shuttle mode). During playback: Still picture (Jog/Shuttle mode).
23 INPUT SELECT button [27-35]
To select the A1, A2, A3, A4 or DV IN (DV1 or DV2) external recording source.
24 COUNTER RESET button [18]
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.
- It is not possible to reset the time code to "0h00m00s00f" using COUNTER RESET.
25 COUNTER ZERO STOP button [18]
To use the zero stop function at the tape counter display.
26 PLAYER button [43-51]
To operate this VCR as the playback unit for editing.
27 SEARCH SELECT button [18]
To search for a recorded programme using the index/photoshot index search.
28 RECORDER button [43-51]
To operate this VCR as the recording unit for editing.
29 INDEX/PHOTO buttons [18]
For the index/photoshot index search function.
30 STEREO SELECT button [17,41,42,45,51]
To select the audio track (STEREO1 audio and/or STEREO2 audio) on a tape which was recorded in the 12-bit audio mode. During playback, each time the button is pressed, the sound changes as follows:
![graph LR A["STEREO1"] --> B["STEREO2"] B --> C["STEREO1 (MIX)"]](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/6126bdfd3a4781db0d283eee9e621b65046cc2965c9d5aa0fdc8e5c0710b5acc.jpg)
- The audio track cannot be selected during the playback of a tape recorded in the 16-bit audio mode.
- When INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2, the audio track can be selected by STEREO SELECT at any time: it does not have to be during playback.
31 VCR1/2/3 switch
Set the switch on the side panel of the editing controller to the appropriate position when more than two or three Panasonic VCRs is being used.
VCR1: Select this position on both the VCR and editing controller for normal use with one VCR.
VCR2: Select this position when using two Panasonic VCRs.
VCR3: Select this position when using three Panasonic VCRs.
Child Lock buttons [12]
To set the child lock function when you keep pressing OK and MARK IN for more than five seconds.
Editing Controller Setup
Installing the Batteries
1 To remove the cover, slide it in the direction of the arrow while pressing down.

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

3 Slide the cover back on.
Power Source for the Editing Controller
The editing controller is powered by 2 AA, UM3 or R6 size batteries. The life of the batteries is about one year, although this depends on the frequency of use.
Precautions for Battery Replacement
- Load the new batteries with their polarity (⊕ and ⊖) aligned correctly.
- Do not apply heat to the batteries, or an internal short-circuit may occur.
- If you do not intend to use the editing controller for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place.
- Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose of them.
- Do not use an old and a new battery together, and never use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.
- Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Inserting the Cassette/Child Lock Function
Be sure to insert the cassette with the window side facing upwards until it is taken into the VCR.
Press EJECT and remove the cassette from the video unit.

Child Lock Function
When you do not want other people to operate the VCR. Holding down OK and MARK IN until "☒" and "hold" appears more than 5 seconds in the VCR display will deactivate all buttons. Any external commands will not be processed by the VCR.
To cancel this function, repeat the same procedure until "×" and "hold" disappears.
- If a button is pressed while the Child Lock function is on, "×" and "hold" appears in the VCR display.
- When the power is disconnected, the Child Lock function is automatically cancelled after backup time.

Connections Using a 21-pin Scart Cable/Connections Using an S-Video Cable
Connections Using a 21-Pin Scart Cable
The VCR sends signals to the TV via a 21-pin scart cable (not supplied).
Perform the connections shown in the figure below.
Set NORMAL/S-VIDEO OUT to the S-VIDEO OUT when connecting the VCR to a TV set equipped with a 21-pin Euro-AV Connector with pins for separate Y/C signal input.

Connections Using an S-Video Cable
The VCR sends signals to the TV via an S-Video cable (supplied).
Perform the connections shown in the figure below.
Separate Y/C signals can be obtained using the S-Video cable.

Connection to a Stereo Amplifier/Connection to a Decoder
Connection to a Stereo Amplifier
In addition to the connections described on the previous page, connect the MONITOR OUT (AV3 OUT) sockets to the Amplifier using an AV cable.

Connection to a Decoder
In addition to the connections described on the previous page, connect the AV2 socket to the decoder using a 21-pin Scart cable.

Note:
- If the TV set is provided with an RGB-compatible connector, connect the 21-pin Scart cable from the VCR to this connector. Use the fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable for connecting the TV set and VCR and for connecting the VCR and decoder.
Connections for the "Q Link" Function of the other TV, VCR and Decoder
The NV-DV2000 does not have the "Q Link" function, but the connections below link the NV-DV2000 to a TV, a VCR with tuner and a decoder so that the "Q Link" function may work.
We recommend this connection for advanced users.

Hint:
Turn off the NV-DV2000 so that the "Q Link", "DATA LOGIC", "NEXTVIEWLINK", "Easy Link", "Megalogic", "SMART LINK" or other logo functions of other TV, VCR and decoder may work. The following "Q Link", "DATA LOGIC", "NEXTVIEWLINK", "Easy Link", "Megalogic" or "SMART LINK" functions are available. - Preset Download - Direct TV REC - TV/VCR Auto Power On

Preparation
- Insert a recorded cassette tape. [12]

Operations
1 Press ▶ (PLAY) to start playback.

2 Press ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD) for cue playback.

- Press ▶ (PLAY) to change back to normal playback.

3 Press ◀◀ (REWIND) for review playback.
- Press ▶ (PLAY) to change back to normal playback.

4 Press II/▶ (PAUSE/SLOW) to view a still picture.
- Press ▶ (PLAY) or II/▶ (PAUSE/SLOW) to continue normal playback.

5 Keep III/▶ (PAUSE/SLOW) pressed for 2 seconds or more to view a slow motion picture.
- Press ▶ (PLAY) to continue normal playback.
6 Press ■ (STOP) to stop the picture.
To Change the Playback Speed
①Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller.
- The button on the editing controller is lit.
②Rotate Shuttle Ring.


To Locate the Desired Picture Exactly
①Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller. • The button on the editing controller is lit.
②Turn Jog dial.

To View the Video During Fast Forward or Rewind
Keep ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD) pressed during fast forward.
Keep ◀◀ (REWIND) pressed during rewind.
Convenient Automatic Functions Automatic Playback
When a cassette with the opened record prevention tab is inserted, the VCR starts playback automatically.
VCR-off Playback
When the VCR is off, an inserted cassette can be played back by pressing ▶ (PLAY).
Automatic Rewinding
When the tape reaches the end during recording or playback, it will automatically be rewound to the beginning.
- During OTR, this function will not work.
Notes:
- If you keep ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD) or ◀◀ (REWIND) pressed in step 2 or 3, search playback is activated while the button is pressed, and operation returns to normal playback when the button is released.
- Cue, review or slow playback will be automatically cancelled after 10 minutes, and still playback after 5 minutes.
- When using the Editing controller for remote control: In order to conserve battery power, JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after 30 seconds.



Preparations
- Insert a video cassette with the closed record prevention tab.
- If it has already been inserted, press VCR-ON/OFF ⏻/I to turn the VCR on.
- Press INPUT SELECT to select A1-A4. Press INPUT SELECT so that DV1 or DV2 after sliding DV SELECT to 1 or 2, is selected.


Operations
1 Press ● (REC) or ● (REC/OTR) to start recording.
2 Press ■ (STOP) to stop recording.

To Select the Desired Tape Speed
Press SP/LP before recording.

To Pause Recording
Press II/▶ (PAUSE/SLOW) during recording.
Press it again to continue recording.

To Display the Remaining Tape Time
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the Remaining Tape Time appears on the VCR display.

- The remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly for some tapes.
Notes:
- The tape speed during fast forward, rewind and index search is automatically regulated according to the remaining amount of tape. In these cases, the tape counter and the time code display may stop temporarily.
- Recording pause will be automatically cancelled after 5 minutes.
One-Touch Recording (OTR)
This function only works using REC/OTR on the VCR main unit.
After you start recording, you can use this function to stop recording automatically when the selected recording duration is finished (useful for recording when you are out). Simply set the recording duration by pressing ● (REC/OTR) repeatedly.
The duration indicated on the VCR display changes by pressing ● (REC/OTR) as follows:
![graph LR A["Counter display\n(normal recording mode)"] --> B["30\n(min.)"] B --> C["60\n(min.)"] C --> D["120\n(min.)"]](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/aa1c758eaa8516c165f17f0e99d3f6a6d54c34dc314dc787773a714960f48f24.jpg)
Preparation
Insert a video cassette with the closed record prevention tab.
Operations
1 Set the video source which is to be recorded, and start recording. 2 Press ● (REC/OTR) repeatedly to select the desired recording duration.
- The VCR will automatically switch off when OTR is completed. To turn the VCR on again, press VCR-ON/OFF ⏻/I.
Notes:
- When the tape reaches the end during OTR, the VCR will turn itself off.
- To stop OTR at any time, press ■ (STOP) or VCR-ON/OFF ⏻/I.

3D DNR Functions
3D DNR is the 3-Dimensional Digital Noise Reduction Function. [58]
To Ensure High Playback Picture Quality (PB 3D DNR Function)
To set the 3D DNR mode for playback, proceed as follows.
- Press the 3D DNR button before or during playback to activate the PB 3D DNR function, so that the "PB DNR" indication appears on the VCR display.
- We recommend that you leave this function activated for normal use of the VCR.
- When you play back a tape that was recorded with the REC DNR function on, set "PB DNR" to off.
- See [☐24] to set the level of the "PB 3D DNR" function.
- In the initial settings, "PB DNR" is "on."
- If afterimage occurs, turn "PB DNR" off.
To Record in the High Picture Quality (REC 3D DNR Function)
To set the 3D DNR mode for recording, proceed as follows.
- Press the 3D DNR button before recording. The "REC DNR" indication appears on the VCR display.
- When you cannot ensure high playback picture quality, press the 3D DNR button to cancel the "REC 3D DNR" function, so that the "REC DNR" indication is turned off.
- Press the INPUT SELECT button to select A1–A4.
Each time the 3D DNR button is pressed, the indication changes on the VCR display as follows.

To Ensure a Stable and Shake-Free Recording Picture (TBC)
(For Recording Only) [57]
TBC stands for Time Base Corrector.
When the tape movement is unstable during recording, the playback picture may shake from side to side and the picture may become distorted.
Activating the Time Base Corrector in a case like this stabilizes the picture and reduces shaking.
- Press the TBC button before recording to activate the "TBC" function so that the "TBC" indication appears on the VCR display.
- We recommend that you leave this function activated for normal use of the VCR.
- When you cannot ensure high playback picture quality, press the TBC button to cancel the "TBC" function so that the "TBC" indication is turned off.
- Only when A1-A4 is selected by pressing the INPUT SELECT button, the "TBC" function will be activated. This function has an effect only for tapes on which analogue signals from A1-A4 have been recorded. However, on the TV screen, you cannot confirm the effect of this function during recording.
- In the initial settings, "TBC" is "ON."
To Manually Adjust the Audio Recording Level
Under normal circumstances, this VCR adjusts the recording level to prevent sound distortion due to peaks. However, if you want to manually adjust the audio recording level or if sound distortion appears when you confirm the audio output, perform the operation steps below before you start the actual recording.
Adjust the recording sound with the AUDIO REC LEVEL knob.
- Press the knob once so that it pops out. (To close the front door, press the knob into the VCR.)
- Turn the knob so that the audio level indication on the VCR display is not "OVER".

- This function has an effect only for tapes on which analogue signals from A1-A4 have been recorded. You cannot adjust the audio level from DV input. (However, you can adjust the audio level by connecting to the external input socket.)
To Change the Audio Mix Sound Balance
Select "Mix sound" during playback in the 12-bit audio mode, then turn the AUDIO MIX knob to adjust the balance.
- Press the knob once so that it pops out. (To close the front door, press the knob into the VCR.)
- Turn the knob to the left to increase the "ST1" sound, or to the right to increase the "ST2" sound. The audio track cannot be selected during the playback of a tape recorded in the 16 bit audio mode.
- Use the STEREO SELECT button to select the audio, and then adjust the balance.


Index Search System
It is easy to find the beginning of each recording because a special index signal is recorded at the start of each recorded segment on the tape.
For example:
Searching for the 2nd recorded segment in the forward direction.
1 Press SEARCH SELECT so that "—" appears on the VCR display. (This operation is performed while the VCR is in the stop mode or normal playback mode.)
2 Press INDEX/PHOTO ▶ twice.
• Normal playback now commences.

To stop the operation at any time Press ■ (STOP).
- After finding the specific recorded segment, playback starts automatically.
- For the reverse direction, press INDEX/PHOTO ◀◀.
- Up to 20 index signals can be searched for in either direction.
- When the opposite INDEX/PHOTO is pressed, the number shall be decreased until 1 is reached.
- The figure on the display is reduced by 1 each time an index signal is located.
- The index search function can only work correctly if the index signals are spaced at least 5 minutes apart.
- Repeat the procedure if the index signal for the specified number is not found.
Recording Index Signals
Index signals are recorded in the following cases.
- When a recording is started by pressing ● (REC/OTR).
- When ● (REC) on the editing controller is pressed during recording.
Photoshot Index Search System
Photoshot index signals are automatically recorded when a Panasonic Digital Video Camera is used for photo shot shooting. Photo shot images are searched using these signals, and when such an image is located, the image is played back as a still picture.
For example:
Searching for the 2nd photo shot image in the forward direction.
1 Press SEARCH SELECT so that "P --" appears on the VCR display.
2 Press INDEX/PHOTO ▶▶ twice.
- The image to be viewed will be found.

- For the reverse direction, press INDEX/PHOTO ◀◀.
- Any of up to 20 images ahead on the tape can be designated.
- It may not be possible to search for a particular image properly if photo shot images have been recorded continuously.
- At every press of the corresponding button, the tape is fast-forwarded or rewound to the next still picture recorded in the Photoshot Mode.
- During playback, after reaching the still picture, the still picture is played back continually together with the sound (only for approx. 4 seconds).
To return to a specified scene (zero stop function)
1 Press RESET to set the counter to 0:00.00.
2 After playback, press ZERO STOP in the stop mode.
- The tape will be rewound or fast forwarded to 0:00.00 approximately.
- During Time code display, this function will not work.
Still pictures can easily be printed out when the VCR is connected to a Panasonic video printer equipped with an EDIT socket.
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Preparation
- Connect a Video Printer to this VCR as shown.
Video Printer:
1 Turn the Video Printer on.
2 Perform the necessary settings on the Video Printer according to the input signal.
VCR:
3 Turn the VCR on. 4 Set Edit Terminal to EDIT, and Edit Mode to PASSIVE. 5 Press ▶ (PLAY). 6 Search for the picture from which you want to print, and then press III/▶ (PAUSE/SLOW). 7 Press PRINT.
Notes:
- Read the Operating Instructions of the Video Printer.
- The OSD and DATE display are also printed out. If a picture without these displays is required, proceed as follows.
- Set OSD on the VCR functions to OFF.
- Press DATE on the editing controller.
- Printing cannot be stopped at any point in time until it is completed.
- For printing, screens cannot be divided and the zoom function cannot be used.
The Personal Computer Connection Kit VW-DTA9/10E (Optional) for Digital Video Equipment makes it possible to connect the VCR to a computer and transmit still video images to it.

Computer System Requirements
DV STUDIO can be installed in a PC/AT personal computer which can run Microsoft® Windows® 95/98.
Compatible machines: Personal computer with 80486DX4 or higher CPU (Pentium™ or higher recommended)
Graphic card: True Color (approx. 16.7 million colors) recommended (operation also possible even with 256 colors)
Installed memory: 16 MB or more (32 MB or more recommended)
Free hard disk space: At least 16 MB
Disk drive: CD-ROM drive
Serial port: RS-232C (D-Sub 9-pin) or USB
Other requirements: Mouse
To connect the VCR to the computer, use the special Interface Adaptor contained in the Personal Computer Connection Kit.
- To use the DV STUDIO 2 software via USB, a computer with Windows® 98 preinstalled is necessary. ●Pictures that you intend to import into a computer application should be recorded in the SP mode.
- When recording, take care that the Time Code is uninterrupted from the beginning of the tape.
- For detailed explanations on the operating environment, connections and operations, refer to the Personal Computer Connection Kit's operating instructions.
- Windows® 95/98 is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation U.S.A.
- Pentium™ is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
- All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks of their respective corporations.
Notes:
- If you use a DV cable to connect the VCR with a computer and they do not function, contact the software manufacturer.
- Connect the DV cable to the socket that matches the number of the DV SELECT that was selected. There is one DV Input/Output socket on the front of the unit, and one on the back.

To set the clock
The built-in clock must be set to the correct time. The built-in digital clock employs the 24-hour system. The clock backup system operates for at least 60 minutes in the event of power failure.
Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Turn on the VCR.
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Clock setting and press OK.
On Screen Display

2 Press ▲▼◀▶ (CURSOR) to set Time and Date.
3 Press OK to confirm.
4 Press EXIT.

To Initialise VCR Functions and Edit Functions
If you want to return the VCR to the factory-preset condition, follow the procedure below.
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Shipping condition and press OK. 2 Press ◀▶ (CURSOR) to select YES. 3 Press OK to confirm. 4 Press EXIT.


Note:
- If you perform Shipping Condition, the clock setting is not initialised.
The VCR indications shown on the TV screen are known as the On Screen Display (OSD).
This VCR allows many settings to be made at the OSD.
See [36] for setting for Edit functions.
Editing controller
Preparation
- Turn on the VCR and TV.
OSD
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR functions and press OK.
On Screen Display

2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select OSD.

3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select AUTO, ON or OFF, and then press OK.
AUTO: The On Screen Display will appear on the TV screen for a few seconds when you operate the VCR.
ON: The On Screen Display will always appear on the TV screen when you perform the VCR.
OFF: The On Screen Display will not appear. (except for Recorded Date and Time)
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
To use the On Screen Display:

①Audio Data Indicator
②Audio Output Mode Indicator
The Left (L) and Right (R) Indicators show which sound mode is selected with AUDIO OUT. Stereo: Both the L and R Indicators appear. Left: The L Indicator appears. Right: The R Indicator appears.
③Tape speed Indicator
④Audio Monitor Indicator
ST1: 12bit STEREO1 sound ST2: 12bit STEREO2 sound MIX: STEREO1 and STEREO2 mixed sound. Picture
⑤Tape running display
Stop ■
| Rewind ◀◀ | |
| Fast Forward ▶▶ | |
| Playback ▶ | |
| Reverse Playback ◀ | |
| Reverse Slow Playback | ◀I |
| Slow Playback | I▶ |
| Still Playback, Pause | II |
| Recording | ● |
⑥ Present time/Time code/Remaining tape time/Tape counter/Index/Photoshot Index Search/One-Touch Recording (OTR)
| Present time | 17:24:31 |
| Time code | TC 0h25m32s04f |
| Remaining tape time | REMAIN: 1:04 |
| Tape counter | -1:35:47 |
| Index/Photoshot index Search | ▶▶ 02 |
| One-Touch Recording (OTR) OTR 60 | |
⑦ Index/Photoshot Index Search Indicator
Notes:
- When the item OSD is set to OFF, the On Screen Display will not appear.
- On Screen Display is not displayed when the SET UP or EDIT MENU screen is displayed.
- On Screen Display (④) is not displayed while playing a tape that was recorded in 16-bit audio mode.
- When a wide-display TV is used as a monitor, parts of the On Screen Display may not be visible depending on the type of signal (16:9, PAL Plus) received.
VCR display
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR functions and press OK.
2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select VCR display.
VCR functions
3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select ON, OFF or DIMMED, and then press OK.
ON: When VCR is turned off, the characters are lit in the VCR display.
OFF: When VCR is turned off, the characters are not lit in the VCR display.
DIMMED: When VCR is turned off, the characters are dimmed in the VCR display.
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
To Set the Colour mode
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR functions and press OK.
2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select Colour mode.
VCR functions
3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select COLOUR or B/W, and then press OK.
COLOUR: When performing playback in colour. B/W: When performing playback in black and white.
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
Comb filter
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR functions and press OK.
2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select Comb filter.
VCR functions
3 Press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select ON or OFF, and then press OK.
ON: Set to increase detail. Normally set to this position.
OFF: Set to reduce picture noise.
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
Setting for TBC Function
(For Recording only)
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR functions and press OK.
2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select TBC.
VCR functions
3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select ON or OFF, and then press OK.
ON: When recording analogue VCR the shaking and distortion of the pictures are reduced during playback.
OFF: When the horizontal lines appear during playback of the edited picture even if TBC is set to ON, set to OFF.
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
- Alternatively, you can press the TBC button of the VCR and set for the TBC function. [7]
Editing controller
Settings for 3D DNR (REC DNR/PB DNR) Function
For Recording
Operations
1 Press SET UP and
press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select VCR
functions and press OK.
SET UP
Edit functions
VCR functions
Clock setting
Shipping condition
2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select REC DNR.
3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select LEVEL1 or
LEVEL2 and press OK.
LEVEL1: To ensure 3D DNR effect
LEVEL2: To ensure high 3D DNR effect
VCR functions
OSD : AUTO
VCR display : DIMMED
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
- After setting the 3D DNR function, press the 3D DNR button until the "REC DNR" indication appears on the display before recording to ensure high picture quality.
For Playback
Operations
1 Press SET UP and press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR functions and press OK.
2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select PB DNR.
3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select LEVEL1 or
LEVEL2 and press OK.
LEVEL1: To ensure 3D DNR effect
LEVEL2: To ensure high 3D DNR effect
VCR functions
OSD : AUTO
VCR display : DIMMED
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
- After setting the 3D DNR function, press the 3D DNR button until the "PB DNR" indication appears on display before or during playback to ensure high picture quality.
To Set the Remote mode
Operations
1 Press SET UP, and then press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR functions and press OK.
2 Press ▲▼▶
(CURSOR) to select
Remote.
VCR functions
OSD : AUTO
VCR display : DIMMED
3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select VCR1, VCR2 or VCR3 and press OK.
This allows the Editing controller to be set for operating VCR1, VCR2 or VCR3.
- After changing the remote mode, slide the VCR 1/2/3 switch to change the remote mode of the Editing controller. If this is not done, it will not be possible to operate the VCR using the Editing controller. [11]
4 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
Using this VCR, 4 types of One-Touch-Edit, 3 types of Manual Editing and 3 types of Programme Editing can be selected.
In Programme Editing, after setting the edit start/end point, editing can be performed automatically. Edit programmes can be set up to 10 scenes for each editing function (20 scenes for Assemble editing).
Programme editing with Time Code enables high edit accuracy, typically within 5 frames at the edit start point (1 frame=1/25th of a second).
The accuracy of the edit start/end point on the playback VCR will vary depending on the VCR/Movie Camera being used. Use the Edit Timing Adjustment function to give the best possible accuracy.
One-Touch-Edit
- Assemble Editing [40]
- Insert Editing (Video, Audio, AV) [41] ●Audio Dubbing [41] ●Audio Mixing [42]
Manual Editing
- Copying [43]
- Insert Editing (Video, Audio, AV) [44] ●Audio Dubbing [45]
Programme Editing
- Assemble Editing [46]
- Insert Editing (Video, Audio, AV) [48]
- Audio Dubbing [50]
Copying
Allows the re-recording (copying) of the picture and sound from one tape onto another tape.
![graph LR A["Playback Unit"] --> B["Recording Unit"] A --> C["Subcode"] A --> D["Picture"] A --> E["Sound(STEREO1)"] A --> F["Sound(STEREO2)"]](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/550bf3c88cdd13fc70e799452244a1400e6a796e0ef771c5ac2eb55fb90c722d.jpg)
Performing the Copying operation on a tape that was recorded in 12bit audio mode.
Video Insert
Allows the partial replacement of the picture on a recorded tape. Sound is left in its original state.
Audio Insert
Allows the partial replacement of sound on a recorded tape. Picture is left in its original state.
AV Insert
Allows the partial replacement of the picture and sound on a recorded tape.
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Performing the AV Insert editing operation on a tape that was recorded in 12bit audio mode.
Audio Dubbing
Allows the addition of the new sound on the STEREO2 track of a recorded tape. The original sound is left on the STEREO1 track.
![graph LR A["Recording VCR"] --> B["Subcode"] A --> C["Picture"] A --> D["Sound(STEREO1)"] A --> E["Sound(STEREO2)"] F["Edited Tape"] --> G["Subcode"] F --> H["Picture"] F --> I["Sound(STEREO1)"] F --> J["Sound(STEREO2)"] G --> K["Playback Unit"] H --> L["Playback Unit"] I --> M["Playback Unit"] J --…](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/f94f56b6b748609855365fcd2e8f50f9b7ec2d3cfd3a6a846ce5cc2e3156454d.jpg)
Performing the Audio Dubbing operation on a tape that was recorded in 12bit audio mode.
Audio Mixing
Allows the mixing of the original sound on the STEREO1 track with the new sound from the external recording source and recording the mixed sound on the STEREO2 track of a recorded tape. The original sound is left on the STEREO1 track.
![graph TD A["Sound from the external recording source"] --> B["STEREO1"] A --> C["STEREO2"] B --> D["Recording VCR"] C --> D D --> E["Edited Tape"]](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/287b83bb42d003a3578adb63dd359f6b1874500ec7332759b1601f2cd0f7646a.jpg)
Assemble Editing
Allows the required scenes (picture and sound) to be picked up from a recorded tape and recorded in any desired order onto another tape.
![graph TD A["Edit Programmes"] --> B["Playback Unit ①"] B --> C["Subcode"] B --> D["Picture"] B --> E["Sound(STEREO1)"] B --> F["Sound(STEREO2)"] C --> G["Edited Tape"] D --> G E --> G F --> G G --> H["Performing the on-a-tape that"]](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/124f81c3c4c81c7047fe6a0dfeeb0e943bb24405600d615fba06e0b738fd44b6.jpg)
Performing the Programme Assemble editing operation on a tape that was recorded in 12bit audio mode.
In order to operate editing functions correctly, use these tapes for editing as follows:
- Tape on which the picture and sound have been recorded properly for about 20 seconds prior to the edit start point: [Playback unit] [Recording unit]
This VCR first rewinds the tape to the section prior to the edit start point and then commences editing. For this reason, accurate editing cannot be performed if the tape has been left blank or if the picture and sound have not been recorded properly for 20 seconds prior to the edit start point.
- Tape on which the Time code has been recorded continuously: [Playback unit] [Recording unit]
If the recording is broken up or if the tape is blank in places, the Time code will lack continuity, and editing will be aborted.
- Tape which was recorded in SP mode: [Recording unit]
(This applies to Insert, Audio Dubbing and Audio Mixing only.)
The above types of editing operations cannot be performed on a tape which was recorded in the LP mode.
- Tape which was recorded in the 12bit audio mode: [Recording unit]
(This applies to AV Insert, Audio Dubbing and Audio Mixing editing only.)
The above types of editing operations cannot be performed on a tape which was recorded in the 16bit audio mode.
When a tape which was recorded on another video recorder is used for Insert, Audio Dubbing or Audio Mixing editing operations, the sound may deteriorate and the picture may be disturbed.
If tapes answering to the above description are not available, proceed with dubbing by following the steps below to create the tapes for editing.
1 Load the original cassette tape into the playback unit and the new cassette tape into the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000). 2 Connect the playback unit and recording VCR (the NV-DV2000).
For the connection, use the DV cable when the contents of the original cassette are to be copied using their original digital signals, and use the AV cables when the contents are to be copied using the signals from the video and audio sockets.
(To dub a 16bit audio tape and make a 12bit audio tape, connect the units using the AV cables, and proceed with the dubbing.)
3 Set the VCR's tape speed to SP. 4 Record a blank picture for about 20 seconds.
Set the playback unit to the stop mode, set INPUT SELECT on the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) to A2, A3 or A4, and start recording.
5 Switch over the input of the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000).
If the DV cable was used for the connection in step 2, select "DV1" or "DV2"; if the AV cable was used, switch over to A1, A2, A3 or A4.
6 Press ▶ (PLAY) on the playback unit to start playing the original tape. 7 Press ● (REC) on the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) to start dubbing.
Notes:
- Digital copying using a DV cable yields a picture quality which undergoes hardly any deterioration at all.
- If a digital video tape is dubbed without connecting the DV cable, the original sub code data (Photoshot index signals, date information, etc.) will not be copied.
- The Time code is simultaneously recorded over the subcode of the tape when the tape is recorded. Also recorded in the sub code are the photoshot index signals, information on the recording date, etc. For further details on the Time code, see [58].
Connecting with a Panasonic Digital Video Camera
Example for connecting Panasonic NV-DS25 Digital Video Camera as the playback unit, when controlling the playback unit through the NV-DV2000.

Notes:
- Before connecting any cables, first make sure that the power for both units is off.
- Insert a recorded cassette into the playback unit, and a cassette with the closed record prevention tab into the VCR.
- If the playback unit is connected to the recording unit via an S-VIDEO cable, the video signal on the S-VIDEO cable takes priority. If the playback unit does not have an S-VIDEO socket, do not connect the S-VIDEO cable to the NV-DV2000.
- Use of an AC adaptor as the power source for the Digital Video Camera is recommended. Doing so avoids a situation where the camera shuts down due to low battery power.
- It is recommended that the DV cable be disconnected for editing with INPUT SELECT set to A1-A4. If INPUT SELECT is set to A1-A4 with the connections shown in the figure left unchanged, the TV picture may be disturbed or noise may occur. (This has no effect on the actual editing operations.)
- When the units are connected using the DV cable and editing is performed, some editing functions will differ compared with when the units are connected using the AV cables. Refer to Glossary of Terms on [58].
- Read the operating instructions of the Digital Video movie Camera.
- Do not change the Edit Terminal or Edit Mode settings while performing setting or editing operations at the SET UP or EDIT MENU screens. Be sure to quit these screens before changing these settings.
Playback Unit (Digital Video Camera)
1 Turn on the DVC. 2 Make the Time code appear on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. 3 Prepare the tape for playback.
Recording Unit (the NV-DV2000)
1 Turn on the VCR. 2 Set Edit Mode to RECORDER. 3 Set Edit Terminal to EDIT. 4 Press INPUT SELECT so that DV1 or DV2 after sliding DV SELECT switch 1 or 2, is selected.
- When performing Audio Dubbing or AV Insert, select A2, A3 or A4.
Notes:
- When using a Panasonic Digital Video Camera as the playback unit, the following editing functions can be used by connecting the camera to the NV-DV2000 with just a DV cable:
Copying (See page 43 after seeing page 25.)
Video Insert (See pages 44 and 48 after seeing page 25.)
Audio Insert (See pages 44 and 48 after seeing page 25.)
Assemble (See pages 40 and 46 after seeing page 26.)
except Audio Dubbing, Audio Mixing and AV Insert
In this case, simply set INPUT SELECT to DV1 or DV2, and set Edit Terminal to DV.
(This function may not operate properly with some models.)
- Use Time codes for Programme Editing when the playback unit is connected to the NV-DV2000 via only a DV cable.
- Select the DV SELECT switch setting in accordance with the connected socket.

Connecting Two Digital Video Cassette Recorders (Both Panasonic models)
Example for connecting two NV-DV2000, when controlling the playback VCR through the recording VCR. Refer to the diagram below and connect the cables required for the desired editing function.
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Notes:
- Before connecting any cables, first make sure that the power for both VCRs is off.
- Insert a recorded cassette into the playback VCR, and a cassette with the closed record prevention tab into the VCR.
- When the units are connected using the DV cable and editing is performed, some editing functions will differ compared with when the units are connected using the AV cable. Refer to Glossary of Terms on [58].
- Use Time codes for programme editing when the playback VCR is connected to the NV-DV2000 via only a DV cable.
- It is recommended that the DV cable be disconnected for editing with INPUT SELECT set to A1-A4. If INPUT SELECT is set to A1-A4 with the connections shown in the figure left unchanged, the TV picture may be disturbed or noise may occur. (This has no effect on the actual editing operations.)
- If one of either the 21-pin scart cable or the AV cables is connected, it is not necessary to connect the other. If both cables are connected, electronic noise may be generated when the playback VCR and the recording VCR are in stop mode. Although this noise will not have any effect on the actual editing operations, if it does become annoying, set INPUT SELECT on the playback VCR to a position for which no cable is connected.
- When the connections and setting are made as shown above, then:
- The ▶ (PLAY), ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD), ● (REC/OTR), and the other such buttons on the playback VCR or the Editing controller cannot be used to control the playback VCR directly.
- Do not change Edit Terminal or Edit Mode settings while performing setting or editing operations at SET UP or EDIT MENU screens. Be sure to quit these screens before changing these settings.
Playback VCR
1 Turn on the VCR. 2 Set Edit Mode to PASSIVE. 3 Set Edit Terminal to EDIT. (Set DV SELECT to 1 or 2.)
Recording VCR
1 Turn on the VCR. 2 Set Edit Mode to RECORDER. 3 Set Edit Terminal to EDIT. 4 Press INPUT SELECT so that DV1 or DV2 after sliding DV SELECT to 1 or 2, is selected.
- When performing Audio Dubbing or AV Insert, select A2, A3 or A4.
Note:
The following editing functions can be used by connecting the playback VCR with just a DV cable:
Copying (See page 43 after seeing page 25.)
Video Insert (See pages 44 and 48 after seeing page 25.)
Audio Insert (See pages 44 and 48 after seeing page 25.)
Assemble (See pages 40 and 46 after seeing page 26.)
except Audio Dubbing, Audio Mixing and AV Insert
In this case, simply set INPUT SELECT to DV1 or DV2, and set Edit Terminal to DV.
Controlling the Recording VCR through the Playback VCR
Follow the procedure described below:
- Connect the edit cable to the EDIT socket on both the playback VCR and the recording VCR.
- Use 21-pin Scart cable or AV cables to connect the input sockets on the recording VCR with the output sockets on the playback VCR.
- Connect two TVs, one to each of the VCRs, so that the screens from both VCRs can both be seen.
- Set Edit Terminal on both the playback VCR and the recording VCR to EDIT.
- Press INPUT SELECT on the playback VCR and select a position to which a cable is not connected.
- Set Edit Mode on both VCRs as follows: Playback VCR : PLAYER Recording VCR : PASSIVE
Notes:
- When this connection is made, the recording VCR cannot be controlled using the DV cable.
- Although noise may appear on the screen, depending on the connections, the noise has no effect on the actual editing operations.
- When connecting only with DV cable, Audio Insert and AV Insert are not possible.
- When performing editing with this connection, the editing accuracy may be worse than when controlled from the recording VCR.

The Recording Unit (NV-DV2000)

The Playback Unit (NV-DV2000)
Connecting an S-VHS (VHS) Video Equipment with an Edit Socket
Example for connecting an S-VHS (VHS) video equipment with an Edit socket as the playback unit, when controlling the playback unit through the recording VCR (this unit).
Refer to the diagram below and connect the cables required for the desired editing function.

Notes:
- Before connecting any cables, first make sure that the both units turn off.
- Insert a recorded cassette into the playback unit, and a cassette with the closed record prevention tab into the VCR.
- If the playback unit is connected to the recording unit via an S-VIDEO cable, the video signal on the S-VIDEO cable takes priority. If the playback unit does not have an S-VIDEO socket, do not connect the S-VIDEO cable to the NV-DV2000.
- If one of either the 21-pin Scart cable or the AV cables is connected, it is not necessary to connect the other. If both cables are connected, electronic noise may be generated when the playback VCR and the recording VCR are in stop mode. Although this noise will not have any effect on the actual editing operations, if it does become annoying, set INPUT SELECT on the playback VCR to a position for which no cable is connected.
- Read the operating instructions of the playback unit.
- Do not change the Edit Terminal or Edit Mode settings while performing setting or editing operations at SET UP or EDIT MENU screens. Be sure to quit these screens before changing these settings.
- When using this VCR as the recording VCR and performing editing by connecting the units via the AV cables or a 21-pin Scart cable, the On Screen Display (date/time, Time Code) may scroll vertically when still playback or slow playback are performed by the playback VCR.
Playback Unit
[S-VHS (VHS) Video Equipment with an Edit socket]
1 Turn on the Video Equipment.
2 Set the unit so that it is ready to be controlled.
- Read the operating instructions of the playback unit and make the necessary settings.
Recording VCR (the NV-DV2000)
1 Turn on the VCR. 2 Set Edit Mode to RECORDER. 3 Set Edit Terminal to EDIT. 4 Press INPUT SELECT so that A2, A3 or A4 is selected.
Hint:
When the "TBC" and "REC 3D DNR" functions activate, you can record with the clear pictures. [17,23,24]
Connecting the NV-DV2000 as the Playback VCR to an S-VHS (VHS) VCR
Follow the procedure described below.
- Use AV cables to connect the output sockets on the NV-DV2000 with the input sockets on the S-VHS (VHS) VCR.
- Press INPUT SELECT on the NV-DV2000 so that A2, A3 or A4 is selected.
- Connect two TVs, one to the NV-DV2000 and one to the S-VHS (VHS) VCR, so that the screens from both VCRs can both be seen.
- Set Edit Mode on the NV-DV2000 to PLAYER.
- Make the necessary editing control settings for the S-VHS (VHS) VCR. Read the operating instructions of the S-VHS (VHS) VCR.

Note:
Audio Insert and AV Insert are not possible in this configuration.
Connecting a Video Equipment with a LANC Socket
Example for connecting another manufacturer's video equipment with a LANC terminal (L control) as the playback unit, when controlling the playback unit through the VCR.

Notes:
- Do not change the Edit Terminal or Edit Mode settings while performing setting or editing operations on the SET UP or EDIT MENU screens. Be sure to exit these screens before changing these settings.
- When using this VCR as the recording VCR and performing editing by connecting the units via the AV cables or a 21-pin Scart cable, the On Screen Display (date/time, Time Code) may scroll vertically when still playback or slow playback are performed by the playback VCR.
- Before connecting any cables, first make sure that both units are turned off.
- Insert a recorded cassette into the playback unit, and a cassette with the closed record prevention tab into the VCR.
- The NV-DV2000 cannot be controlled through video equipment with a LANC socket.
- Some types of LANC sockets have a different shape to the LANC socket on the NV-DV2000.
- If an attempt is made to perform an operation through the NV-DV2000 that the playback unit does not support, the unit may operate incorrectly.
- If the playback unit is connected to the recording unit via an S-VIDEO cable, the video signal on the S-VIDEO cable takes priority. If the playback unit does not have an S-VIDEO socket, do not connect the S-VIDEO cable to the NV-DV2000.
- When the units are connected using the DV cable and editing is performed, some editing functions will differ compared with when the units are connected using the AV cables. Refer to Glossary of Terms on [58].
- Read the operating instructions of the playback unit.
Playback Unit (a Video Equipment with a LANC socket)
1 Turn on the Video Equipment. 2 Set the unit so that it is ready to be controlled. - Read the operating instructions of the playback unit and make the necessary settings.
Recording VCR (the NV-DV2000)
1 Turn on the VCR. 2 Set Edit Terminal to 8mm. 3 Press INPUT SELECT so that A3 or A4 is selected. - If the playback unit is connected to the external input on the rear of the NV-DV2000, select A2. - Press INPUT SELECT so that DV1 or DV2 after sliding DV SELECT to 1 or 2, is selected. - When performing Audio Dubbing, Audio Mixing or AV Insert, select A2, A3 or A4.
This VCR also allows some settings for editing to be made at the On Screen Display (OSD).

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [F28-35]
Search with Sound Operations
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select Edit functions and press OK. 3 Press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select Search with Sound and press OK. 4 Press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select OFF, EDIT ONLY or ALWAYS ON, and then press OK.
On Screen Display
SET UP
Edit functions VCB functions Clock setting Shipping condition
Edit functions
Search with Sound Audio mode One-Touch-Edit Still Album
Search with Sound
OFF
EDIT ONLY
ALWAYS ON
OFF: The sound cannot be heard during special playback.
EDIT ONLY: The sound can be heard during special playback only when an editing operation is in progress.
ALWAYS ON: The sound can be always heard during special playback.
5 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
Audio mode
Operations
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select Edit functions and press OK. 3 Press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select Audio mode and press OK. 4 Press ◀▶ (CURSOR) to select 12bit or 16bit, and then press OK.
SET UP
Edit functions VCR functions Clock setting Shipping conditon
Edit functions
Search with Sound Audio mode One-Touch-Edit Still Album
Audio mode
12bit
16bit
12bit: Divides the audio area into two
stereo audio tracks and four channels: STEREO1 (L-R) and STEREO2 (L-R).
- If a recording is made in 12bit audio mode, the sound is recorded on STEREO1 only, and is not recorded on STEREO2. STEREO2 is used to record new audio that is added through Audio Dubbing or Audio Mixing.
16bit: The whole audio area is used so that the sound will be recorded with a superior quality.
5 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display.
Setting for One-Touch-Edit
Operations
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Edit functions and press OK.

3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select One-Touch-Edit and press OK.

4 Press ◀▶ (CURSOR) to select OFF or ON, and then press OK.

OFF: Select this whenever you are performing any editing function other than One-Touch-Edit. ON: Select this in order to perform One-Touch-Edit.
- One-Touch-Edit is possible only when EDIT Terminal is set to either DV, EDIT, or 8mm, and Edit Mode is set to RECORDER.
5 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display. [40-42]
Setting for Album Function
Operations
1 Press SET UP.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Edit functions and press OK.

3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Still Album and press OK.

4 Press ◀▶ (CURSOR) to select recording time, and OK.

5 Press EXIT to exit the On Screen Display. [38]
The album function lets you collect desired scenes (both moving and still pictures) and create the equivalent of a photo album but on a video cassette. The pictures can be copied onto the cassette from a video movie camera, a digital still camera or another VCR for any period of time that can be preset.


Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
Operations
1 Press STILL ALBUM to put the VCR in the recording pause mode

2 When the desired point is reached on the playback unit, press STILL ALBUM of this VCR again to start recording. The VCR records the picture (and sound) for setting time and then automatically switches over to the recording pause mode. • See [37] to change the Recording time.
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to record other scenes in succession.

4 When you have recorded all the desired scenes, press ■ (STOP) to finish recording.
Notes:
- If you plan to connect a digital still camera, use a camera equipped with a video output socket. Use the cable supplied with the still camera to connect it. For details, 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 STILL ALBUM again to put the VCR back in the recording pause mode.
- If you want to add background music or narration to the scenes recorded with the album function, perform Audio Dubbing as explained.
- Depending on the output system of the digital still camera, the pictures may not be recorded correctly.
To connect a VCR or Video Movie Camera without an Edit socket and use the NV-DV2000 as the Recording VCR.

Preparations
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
- Connect the AV1 socket on the NV-DV2000 to the TV.
- Connect the AV2 socket or the AUDIO/VIDEO/S-VIDEO IN (AV3/AV4) sockets on the NV-DV2000 to the playback unit.
Set INPUT SELECT on this VCR as follows:
A2: Through the AV2 socket A3: Through the AV3 sockets A4: Through the AV4 sockets
- If the playback unit has a DV terminal, connect to the DV1 or DV2 on the NV-DV2000 with a DV cable.
Operations
1 Using the controls on the playback unit, search for the edit start point, and then pause the playback. 2 Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the recording VCR, and check that the button is lit. 3 Search for the edit start point. 4 Press the button for the editing mode on the NV-DV2000.
To copy the contents of the tape in the playback unit as is: Press ● (REC).
To insert picture: Press VIDEO INSERT.
To insert sound: Press AUDIO INSERT.
To insert picture and sound: Press VIDEO INSERT and then press AUDIO INSERT (or vice versa).
To add new sound: Press AUDIO DUB.
For Audio Mixing: Press AUDIO DUB and then press MIXING EDIT on the front panel.
- The Audio Mixing procedure differs in part from other editing operations.
5 Press II/▶ (PAUSE/SLOW) on the NV-DV2000 and start playback on the playback unit simultaneously. - Editing begins. 6 Press ■ (STOP) on the NV-DV2000, and then press STOP on playback unit to stop editing.
Notes:
- Although Copying can be performed in LP mode, Insert and Audio Dubbing cannot be performed with a tape recorded in LP mode. It is necessary to first copy the tape in SP mode.
- Video Insert and Audio Insert are not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in LP mode;
Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
●AV Insert, Audio Dubbing and Audio Mixing are not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in 16bit audio mode;
Recorded in LP mode;
Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
When INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2.
- If the time display on the NV-DV2000 is set to tape counter mode during editing, the NV-DV2000 stops the editing operation automatically when the counter reaches "0:00.00".
(This function does not work when using the Copying or Audio Dubbing functions.)
If the One-Touch Edit function is used, Assemble editing can be performed by controlling the playback unit through the NV-DV2000.

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
- Set One-Touch-Edit to ON on Edit functions menu. [37]
Operations
1 Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller, and check that the button is lit. 2 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR.

3 Press ● (REC).
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.
4 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit.
5 Press JOG/SHUTTLE on Editing controller.
- Editing begins.
- To continue editing, press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller, and repeat steps 4–5.
6 Press ■ (STOP) on the Editing controller to stop editing.
Notes:
- Although Assemble editing can be performed in LP mode, Insert, Audio Dubbing, and Audio Mixing cannot be performed with a tape recorded in LP mode. It is necessary to first copy the tape in SP mode.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- When using the Editing controller for remote control: In order to conserve battery power, JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after 30 seconds.
If JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after the edit start point has been set on the recording unit (step 2), it is necessary to press JOG/SHUTTLE again (so that it is lit) before searching for the edit start point on the playback unit.
If JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after the edit start point has been determined on the playback unit (step 4), it is necessary to press JOG/SHUTTLE again in order to start editing.
If the One-Touch Edit functions is used, Insert (Video Insert, Audio Insert, and AV Insert) and Audio Dubbing can be performed by controlling the playback unit through the NV-DV2000.

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
- Set One-Touch-Edit to ON on Edit functions menu. [37]
Operations
1 Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller, and check that the button is lit. 2 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR. 3 Press the button for the editing mode on the Editing controller.
To insert picture: Press VIDEO INSERT.
To insert sound: Press AUDIO INSERT.
To insert picture and sound: Press VIDEO INSERT and then press AUDIO INSERT (or vice versa).
To add new sound: Press AUDIO DUB.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.




4 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit.
5 Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller.
- Editing begins.
- To continue editing, press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller, and repeat steps 4–5.
6 Press ■ (STOP) on the Editing controller to stop editing.
To Listen to the Edited Audio After Audio Dubbing
Press STEREO SELECT during playback and select STEREO2.

Notes:
- Video Insert and Audio Insert are not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in LP mode;
Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
- AV Insert and Audio Dubbing are not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in 16-bit audio mode;
Recorded in LP mode;
Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
When INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2.
- If the time display on the NV-DV2000 is set to tape counter mode during editing, the NV-DV2000 stops the editing operation automatically when the counter reaches "0:00.00".
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- When using the Editing controller for remote control: In order to conserve battery power, JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after 30 seconds.
If JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after the edit start point has been set on the recording unit (step 2), it is necessary to press JOG/SHUTTLE again (so that it is lit) before searching for the edit start point on the playback unit.
If JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after the edit start point has been determined on the playback unit (step 4), it is necessary to press JOG/SHUTTLE again in order to start editing.
This function is used to mix the audio on STEREO1, which has already been recorded, with audio from an external recording source (A2, A3 or A4), and record the result on STEREO2.
This function is useful for adding new audio, such as music or a narration, to the original audio which has already been recorded.


Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
- Set One-Touch-Edit to ON on Edit functions menu. [37]
Operations
1 Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller, and check that the button is lit. 2 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR. 3 Press AUDIO DUB on the Editing controller.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.

4 Press MIXING EDIT.
5 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit.
6 Press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller.
- Editing begins.
- If you wish to adjust the volume of the original audio (STEREO1) and external recording source (A2, A3 or A4) during Audio Mixing,
AUDIO MIX: To adjust the volume of the original audio (STEREO1).
AUDIO REC LEVEL: To adjust the volume of the audio from external recording source (A2, A3 or A4).

- To continue editing, press JOG/SHUTTLE on the Editing controller, and repeat steps 5–6.
7 Press ■ (STOP) on the Editing controller to stop editing.
To Monitor the Mixed Audio after Audio Mixing Press STEREO SELECT during playback and select STEREO2.

Notes:
- Audio Mixing is not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in 16-bit audio mode; Recorded in LP mode; Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
When INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- When using the Editing controller for remote control: In order to conserve battery power, JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after 30 seconds.
If JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after the edit start point has been set on the recording unit (step 2), it is necessary to press JOG/SHUTTLE again (so that it is lit) before searching for the edit start point on the playback unit.
If JOG/SHUTTLE turns off after the edit start point has been determined on the playback unit (step 5), it is necessary to press JOG/SHUTTLE again in order to start editing.
This function can be used to copy tapes between digital video equipment with practically no deterioration in quality.
This function can also copy a tape that was recorded in S-VHS (VHS) format onto a digital video tape.

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
Operations
1 Press EDIT MENU. 2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Copying, and then press OK.
3 Press PLAYER, and then press JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.
On Screen Display


4 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit. 5 Press RECORDER, and then press JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the recording VCR appears on the screen.
6 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR.
7 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Start Copying.

8 Press OK.
- Editing begins.

9 Press EDIT MENU to stop editing.
- Operation now returns to the screen which appears in step 3. This makes it possible to continue with editing or change the point at which editing is to start.
10 Press EXIT.
- The On Screen Display disappears.
Notes:
- If a digital video tape is copied without connecting a DV cable, the original sub code data (photoshot index signals, recording date, etc.) is not copied.
- Although copying can be performed in LP mode, insert and audio dubbing cannot be performed with a tape recorded in LP mode. It is necessary to first copy the tape in SP mode.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- The pause operation may be indicated on the display of the playback unit even though the playback unit is actually playing the tape in slow motion.
- Up to ±1 second of slight deviation in the specified edit start position can be corrected. See [55] for Edit Timing Adjustment.
This function is used to replace the picture and sound on a recorded tape.

- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
Example: Video Insert
Operations
1 Press EDIT MENU.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Video Insert, and then press OK.
To insert picture: Select Video Insert.
To insert sound: Select Audio Insert.
To insert picture and sound: Select AV Insert.
On Screen Display

3 Press PLAYER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.
4 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit.
5 Press RECORDER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the recording VCR appears on the screen.
6 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR.
7 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Start Insert.

8 Press OK.
- Editing begins.

9 Press EDIT MENU to stop editing.
- Operation now returns to the screen which appears in step 3. This makes it possible to continue with editing or change the point at which editing is to start.
10 Press EXIT.
• The On Screen Display disappears.
Notes:
- Video Insert and Audio Insert are not possible in the following cases: When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is: Recorded in LP mode; Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
- AV Insert is not possible in the following cases: When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is: Recorded in 16bit audio mode; Recorded in LP mode; Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle. When INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape. - The pause operation may be indicated on the display of the playback unit even though the playback unit is actually playing the tape in slow motion. - Up to ±1 second of slight deviation in the specified edit start position can be corrected. See [55] for Edit Timing Adjustment.
This function is used to add new sound on the STEREO2 track of previously recorded tape.

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
Operations
1 Press EDIT MENU. 2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Audio Dubbing, and then press OK.
3 Press PLAYER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen. 4 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit. 5 Press RECORDER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the recording VCR appears on the screen.
6 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR.
7 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Start Dubbing.

8 Press OK.
- Editing begins.

9 Press EDIT MENU to stop editing.
- Operation now returns to the screen which appears in step 3. This makes it possible to continue with editing or change the point at which editing is to start.
10 Press EXIT.
• The On Screen Display disappears.
To Listen to the Edited Audio after Audio Dubbing
Press STEREO SELECT during playback and select STEREO2.
Notes:
- Audio Dubbing is not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in 16bit audio mode; Recorded in LP mode; Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle. When INPUT SELECT is set to DV 1 or DV2.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- The pause operation may be indicated on the display of the playback unit even though the playback unit is actually playing the tape in slow motion.
- Up to ±1 second of slight deviation in the specified edit start position can be corrected. See [55] for Edit Timing Adjustment.
This function can be used to link together desired scenes on a tape.
This function can also be used to skip unnecessary scenes recorded on a tape and copy them onto a separate tape.

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
Operations
1 Press EDIT MENU.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Programme Editing, and then press OK.
3 Press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select Assemble, and then press OK.
4 Press PLAYER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.
5 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit and press MARK IN.
On Screen Display
EDIT MENU
Copying
Video Insert
Audio Insert
AV Insert
Audio Dubbing
Programme Editing
Programme Editing
Video Insert
Audio Insert
AV Insert
Audio Dubbing
Erase all programmes
Assemble
[Page1]

0h16m38s20f
In 0h16m38s20f
Out h m s f
6 Search for the edit end point on the playback unit and press MARK OUT.
Assemble

PLAYER
0h18m09s 13f
In 0h16m38s 20f
Out 0h18m09s 13f
7 Press RECORDER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the recording VCR appears on the screen.
8 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR and press MARK IN.
9 Press OK.
To check and change programmes:
Select Confirm/Change and then press OK.
- To confirm, change, insert or erase editing programmes, see [52–53].
- Programmes cannot be inserted or erased through the recording unit.
Assemble

RECORDER II
0h16m38s20f
In 0h16m38s20f
Assemble
Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme Preview Start Assemble Review Timing Adjust
Confirm/Change
PLAYER Page 1
① In 0h 16m 38s 20f
Out 0h 18m 09s 13f
② In 0h 00m 01s 18f
Out 0h 01m 47s 22f
③ In
Out
④ In
Out
h
hm
h
h h m h
h
h
h
h
h
h
h
To continue setting programmes:
① Press EDIT MENU. ② Press PLAYER. ③ Using ◀▶ (CURSOR), select the programme number.
The programme number changes each time these buttons are pressed.
(Up to 20 programmes can be set.
10 programmes can be set on one page; if this number is exceeded, the display automatically changes to the next page.)
④ Repeat steps 4–6 and 9.
10 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Start
Assemble to start editing, and then press OK.
- Editing begins after the playback unit and the recording VCR both rewind their tapes to the edit start points.
Assemble
Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme
Preview
Start Assemble
Review
Timing Adjust

11 After completing editing, press ▲▼(CURSOR) to select Review, and then press OK.
- The edited pictures are played back.
Assemble
Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme Preview
Start Assemble
Review
Timing Adjust
To interrupt editing or Review:
Press EDIT MENU.
Notes:
- Programme Editing can be performed using either the tape counter or Time code display, but the Time code display should be used if the units are connected only by a DV cable.
- If you attempt to switch to the tape counter display in order to perform editing after setting the editing points using the Time code display, the Erase all programmes screen is displayed.
(The Erase all programmes screen is also displayed when you change from the tape counter display to the Time code display.)
- After setting a programme, if you attempt to set another programme in a different editing operation, the set contents for the previous editing operation remain on the setting screen. In order to prevent editing errors, perform the Erase all programmes operation [53] whenever you set a programme under a different editing mode.
- Programme editing cannot be performed with a video movie camera that has a 4-digit counter.
- Although Assemble editing can be performed in LP mode, Insert, Audio Dubbing, and Audio Mixing cannot be performed with a tape recorded in LP mode. It is necessary to first copy the tape in SP mode.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- The editing operation may not be performed correctly if the set duration of a programme is less than 4 seconds.
- On a video equipment whose Time code display or tape counter display does not show the frame value, the area where the frame value is displayed appears as "00f" or it remains blank.
With some units, the frame value may be displayed when MARK IN or MARK OUT is pressed in steps 5 and 6 even if the unit concerned does not show the frame value.
- The Preview function cannot be used with the Assemble function.
- Up to ±1 second of slight deviation in the specified edit start/end position can be corrected. See [54] for Edit Timing Adjustment.
This function is used to replace the picture and sound on a recorded tape.

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
Example: Video Insert
Operations
1 Press EDIT MENU.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Programme Editing, and then press OK.
On Screen Display

3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select the desired editing operation, and then press OK.
To insert picture: Video Insert.
To insert sound: Audio Insert. To insert picture and sound: AV Insert.

4 Press PLAYER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.
5 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit and press MARK IN. 6 Search for the edit end point on the playback unit and press MARK OUT.
7 Press RECORDER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the recording VCR appears on the screen.
8 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR and press MARK IN.
9 Press OK.
To check and change programmes: Select Confirm/Change and then press OK.
- To confirm, change, insert or erase editing programmes, see [52-53].
- Programmes cannot be inserted or erased through the recording unit.





To continue setting programmes:
①Press EDIT MENU. ②Press PLAYER. ③ Using ◀▶ (CURSOR), select the programme number.
The programme number changes each time these buttons are pressed.
Up to 10 programmes can be set.
④ Repeat steps 4–9.
10 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Preview to confirm the editing operation before performing actual editing, and then press OK.
Video Insert
Confirm/Change
Insert a programme
Erase a programme
Preview
Start Insert
Review
Timing Adjust
- Preview begins after the playback unit and the recording VCR both rewind their tapes to the edit start points.
11 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Start Insert to start editing, and then press OK.
- Editing begins after the playback unit and the recording VCR both rewind their tapes to the edit start points.
Video Insert
Confirm/Change
Insert a programme
Erase a programme
Preview
Start Insert
Review
Timing Adjust
Video Insert

PLAYER
RECORDER ●
Insert in Progress
12 After completing editing, press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Review, and then press OK.
- The edited pictures are played back.
Review

To interrupt editing, Preview or Review:
Press EDIT MENU.
Notes:
- Programme Editing can be performed using either the tape counter or Time code display.
- If you attempt to switch to the tape counter display in order to perform editing after setting the editing points using the Time code display, the Erase all programmes screen is displayed.
(The Erase all programmes screen is also displayed when you change from the tape counter display to the Time code display.)
- After setting a programme, if you attempt to set another programme in a different editing mode, the set contents for the previous editing mode remain on the setting screen. In order to prevent editing errors, perform the Erase all programmes operation [53] whenever you set a programme under a different editing mode.
- Programme Editing cannot be performed with a video movie camera that has a 4-digit counter.
- Video Insert and Audio Insert are not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in LP mode;
Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
AV Insert is not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in 16-bit audio mode;
Recorded in LP mode;
Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle.
When INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2.
Notes on editing point setting
- The Programme Insert and Audio Dubbing functions require the setting of only three editing points: the in and out points on the playback unit and the in point on the recording unit, or the in point on the playback unit and the in and out points on the recording unit.
- If both in and out points are set on both the playback unit and the recording unit, and the times between the points do not match, editing stops at the first out point that is reached.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- The editing operation may not be performed correctly if the set duration of a programme is less than 4 seconds.
- On a video equipment whose Time code display or tape counter display does not show the frame value, the area where the frame value is displayed appears as "00f" or it remains blank.
With some units, the frame value may be displayed when MARK IN or MARK OUT is pressed in steps 5 and 6 even if the unit concerned does not show the frame value.
- Up to ±1 second of slight deviation in the specified edit start/end position can be corrected. See [54] for Edit Timing Adjustment.
This function is used to add new sound on the STEREO2 track of previously recorded tape.

Preparations
- Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
- Complete necessary connections and settings. [28-35]
Operations
1 Press EDIT MENU.
4 Press PLAYER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Programme Editing, and then Press OK. 3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Audio Dubbing, and then press OK.
- The picture from the playback unit appears on the screen.
5 Search for the edit start point on the playback unit and press MARK IN. 6 Search for the edit end point on the playback unit and press MARK OUT.
On Screen Display
EDIT MENU
Copying Video Insert Audio Insert AV Insert Audio Dubbing Programme
Programme Editing
Assemble Video Insert Audio Insert AV Insert Audio Dubbing Erase all programmes
Erase all programmes
Audio Dubbing
① PLAYER 0h35m17s05f In 0h35m17s05f Out h m s f
Audio Dubbing
① PLAYER 0h39m43s11f In 0h35m17s05f Out 0h39m43s11f
7 Press RECORDER and JOG/SHUTTLE.
- The picture from the recording VCR appears on the screen.
8 Search for the edit start point on the recording VCR and press MARK IN.
Audio Dubbing ① RECORDER Ⅱ 0h20m24s10f In 0h20m24s10f Out h m s f
9 Press OK.
To check and change programmes:
Select Confirm/Change and then press OK.
- To confirm, change, insert or erase editing programmes, see [52–53].
Audio Dubbing Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme Preview Start Dubbing Review Timing Adjust
To continue setting programmes:
①Press EDIT MENU. ②Press PLAYER. ③ Using ◀▶ (CURSOR), select the programme number. The programme number changes each time these buttons are pressed. Up to 10 programmes can be set. ④ Repeat steps 4–9.
10 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Preview to confirm the editing operation before performing actual editing, and then press OK.
Audio Dubbing Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme Preview Start Dubbing Review Timing Adjust
- Preview begins after the playback unit and the recording VCR both rewind their tapes to the edit start points.
11 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Start Dubbing to start editing, and then press OK.
- Editing begins after the playback unit and the recording VCR both rewind their tapes to the edit start points.
Audio Dubbing
Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme Preview Start Dubbing Review Timing Adjust

12 After completing editing, press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Review, and then press OK.
- The edited sounds are played back.
Audio Dubbing
Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme Preview Start Dubbing Review Timing Adjust
To interrupt editing, Preview or Review: Press EDIT MENU.
To listen to the edited audio after Audio Dubbing
Press STEREO SELECT during playback and select STEREO2.
Notes:
- Programme Editing can be performed using either the tape counter or Time code display.
- If you attempt to switch to the tape counter display in order to perform editing after setting the editing points using the Time code display, the Erase all programmes screen is displayed.
(The Erase all programmes screen is also displayed when you change from the tape counter display to the Time code display.)
- Programme editing can not be performed with a video movie camera that has a 4-digit counter.
- After setting a programme, if you attempt to set another programme in a different editing mode, the set contents for the previous editing mode remain on the setting screen. In order to prevent editing errors, perform the Erase all programmes operation [53] whenever you set a programme under a different editing mode.
- Audio Dubbing is not possible in the following cases:
When the tape in the recording VCR (the NV-DV2000) is:
Recorded in 16-bit audio mode;
Recorded in LP mode;
Blank, or contains a blank portion in the middle
When INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2.
- The Programme Insert and Audio Dubbing functions require the setting of only three editing points: the in and out points on the playback unit and the in point on the recording unit, or the in point on the playback unit and the in and out points on the recording unit.
- If both in and out points are set on both the playback unit and the recording unit, and the times between the points do not match, editing stops at the first out point that is reached.
- In order to ensure that the editing operation is performed properly, the editing points should be set at least 20 seconds after the beginning of the tape.
- The editing operation may not be performed correctly if the set duration of a programme is less than 4 seconds.
- On a video equipment whose Time code display or tape counter display does not show the frame value, the area where the frame value is displayed appears as "00f" or it remains blank.
With some units, the frame value may be displayed when MARK IN or MARK OUT is pressed in steps 5 and 6 even if the unit concerned does not show the frame value.
- Up to ±1 second of slight deviation in the specified edit start/end position can be corrected. See [54] for Edit Timing Adjustment.

Once all programme settings are completed, the screen shown below is displayed.

To Check and Change a Programme
1 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Confirm/
Change, and then press OK.
The programme list is displayed.
Video Insert
Confirm/Change
Insert a programme
Erase a programme
Preview
Start Assemble
Review
Timing Adjust
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select the programme number where a programme is to be inserted, and then press OK.
The Confirm/Change screen is displayed.
Confirm/Change
| PLAYER | ||||
| 1 In | 0h | 16m | 38s | 20f |
| Out | 0h | 20m | 24s | 10f |
| 2 In | 0h | 00m | 01s | 18f |
| Out | 0h | 01m | 47s | 22f |
| 3 In | h | m | s | f |
| Out | h | m | s | f |
| 4 In | h | m | s | f |
| Out | h | m | s | f |
To check the programme list for the recording unit, press RECORDER.
To just confirm the programme settings, press EDIT MENU.
If corrections are needed, continue with the procedure described below.
3 Press JOG/SHUTTLE.
4 Use the Jog Dial/Shuttle
Ring to search for the editing point that is to be corrected.
Programme change
PLAYER
0h18m09s13f
In 0h16m38s20f
Out 0h18m09s13f
5 To change an edit start
point, press MARK IN.
To change an end point, press MARK OUT.
6 Once all changes are completed, press OK.
To Insert a New Programme Between Existing Programmes:
1 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Insert a
programme, and then press OK.
●The programme list is displayed.
Video Insert
Confirm/Change
Insert a programme
Erase a programme
Preview
Start Assemble
Review
Timing Adjust
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select the programme number where a programme is to be inserted, and then press OK.
●The Insert a programme screen is displayed.
Insert a programme
PLAYER
In 0h 16m 38s 20f
Out 0h 18m 09s 13f
② In 0h 00m 01s 18f
Out 0h 01m 47s 22f
| 3 In h m | s | f | |||
| Out | h | m | s | f | |
| 4 In h m | s | f | |||
| Out | h | m | s | f |
3 Refer to the pages that describe the Programme Editing functions
[46-51], and set the new programme.
Insert a programme


0h32m41s25f

h m s f b - - f
4 When setting is complete, press OK.
To Cancel a Programme:
1 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Erase a programme, and then press OK.
●The programme list is displayed.
Video Insert
Confirm/Change
Insert a programme
Erase a programme
Preview
Start Assemble
Review
Timing Adjust
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select the programme number to be erased, and then press OK.
To Cancel All Editing Programmes:
1 Press EDIT MENU twice.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Erase all programmes, and then press OK.
- The Erase all programmes screen is displayed.

3 Press ◀▶ (CURSOR) to select YES, and then press OK.
- The screen returns to the Programme Editing menu.
- After the message indicating that “All programmes have been erased.” appears on the screen, operation returns to the EDIT MENU screen.


If the EDIT MENU screen is cancelled before the above procedure is performed, the method for displaying the Programme Editing changes. Press EDIT MENU so that the EDIT MENU screen is displayed. Use to select Programme Editing, and then press OK.
Note:
- Programmes set in the recording unit for the Assemble editing function cannot be inserted or erased.
When performing editing in conjunction with a unit which has a different mechanism, there may be a lag in the edit start point due to a deviation between the time a pause cancellation signal is received by the recording unit and the time recording actually begins.
Edit Timing Adjustment is used to compensate the edit start and end time in light of this start-up time deviation.

Programme Editing
After setting edit start/end points, the actual editing operation may start slightly before or slightly after the position that was set, depending on the equipment that is connected. The procedure described below can adjust the edit timing in order to correct for errors of up to ±1 second in the edit start points and edit end points on the playback unit.
Example: Video Insert
On Screen Display
1 Press EDIT MENU.
2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Programme Editing, and then press OK.
EDIT MENU
Copying
Video Insert
Audio Insert
AV Insert
Audio Dubbing
Programme Editing
3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select desired editing operation, and then press OK twice.
4 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Timing Adjust, and then press OK.
Video Insert
Confirm/Change
Insert a programme
Erase a programme
Preview
Start Assemble
Review
Timing Adjust
5 Adjust the timing for the edit start point by setting the amount of the discrepancy for the start-up time.
- The setting is displayed in frames (1/25 of a second) units.
Timing Adjust

Press ▶ (CURSOR) if the start point is too early; Press ◀ (CURSOR) if it is too late.
- Each time the button is pressed, the tape moves by 1 frame.
- Corrections can be made in the range of ±30 frames.
6 Press OK.
7 Adjust the timing for the edit end point in same way.
8 Press OK.
9 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Start Insert (Assemble or Dubbing), and then press OK.
- If the results of editing indicate that the adjustment is inadequate, repeat steps 4–8.
Notes:
- The procedure described on these pages is to be performed after exiting the EDIT MENU screen. If this procedure is performed after having executed Start Editing or Review, start this procedure from step 4 on the Video Insert (Assemble, Audio Insert, AV Insert or Audio Dubbing) screen.
- The adjusted frame unit is applied to all of the programmes that have been set at the moment when the adjustment is made.

Manual Editing
If there is a deviation in the results of a manual editing operation, the timing of the edit start (In) position on the playback unit can be adjusted by approximately ±1 second. Perform the procedure described below when setting an edit start point in any editing mode.
Example: Manual Copying
1 Press EDIT MENU. 2 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Copying, and then press OK. 3 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR) to select Timing Adjust, and then press OK. 4 Adjust the timing for the edit start point by setting the amount of the discrepancy for the start-up time.
- The setting is displayed in frames (1/25 of a second) units. Press ▶ (CURSOR) if the start point is too early; Press ◀ (CURSOR) if it is too late.
- Each time the button is pressed, the tape moves by 1 frame.
- Corrections can be made in the range of ±30 frames.
5 Press OK.
6 Press ▲▼ (CURSOR)
to select Start Copying (Insert, Dubbing), and then press OK.
- If the results of editing indicate that the adjustment is inadequate, repeat steps 3–5.
On Screen Display





When performing a Programme Editing after this VCR and Panasonic Digital Video Camera have been connected using an Edit cable and a DV cable (cable for sending video and audio signals), this function enables the Editing controller of this VCR to set the edit points for the playback unit.
It makes it easy to accomplish those operations using the Jog/Shuttle functions, which are so crucial for setting the edit points, with the same operational “feel” of the operating the playback unit without depending on the playback unit operations.

Preparation
- Complete necessary connections and settings.
Settings for the tape in the playback unit
1 Insert the tape to be used for the playback unit in this VCR, and set the switches as shown below.

2 Register the playback unit's editing programmes. (Refer to the procedure for Programme Editing on pages 46 to 51.) 3 Remove the tape to be used for the playback unit from this VCR, and insert it in the playback unit. (Leave the playback unit in the playback mode.)
Settings for the tape in the recording unit
4 Insert the tape to be used for the recording VCR, and set the switches as shown below.

5 Register the recording VCR's editing programmes. (Refer to the procedure for Programme Editing on pages 46 to 51.) 6 Edit the registered programmes. (Refer to the procedure for Programme Editing on pages 46 to 51.)
Note:
- This function cannot be used for editing operations involving AV Insert, Audio Dubbing or Audio Mixing.
Assemble
With the Assemble function, only the required portions of the original (source) tape are copied to another tape and linked together.
Audio Dubbing
You can record two audio tracks (Stereo 1 and Stereo 2) on a tape that is recorded in 12bit audio mode. (When the tape is first recorded, the audio is recorded only in the Stereo 1 track.) The Audio Dubbing function allows you to add new, separate audio in the Stereo 2 track.
Audio Mixing
You can record two audio tracks (Stereo 1 and Stereo 2) on a tape that is recorded in 12bit audio mode. (When the tape is first recorded, the audio is recorded only in the Stereo 1 track.) The Audio Mixing function allows you to mix the original audio from Stereo 1 with new audio from a line input and record the result in the Stereo 2 track.
Copying
The Copying function copies material previously recorded on one tape onto another tape with no changes.
Insert
The Insert function allows you to insert different material into previously recorded video or audio. There are three variations of the Insert function: Video Insert, which inserts video only; Audio Insert, which inserts audio only, and AV Insert, which inserts both audio and video.
SP/LP Mode
There are two different tape speed modes for digital video: SP and LP.
"SP" is short for "Standard Play", and "LP" is short for "Long Play".
LP mode permits recording for about 1.5 times as long as SP mode. Although the image quality of LP mode is as good as that of SP mode, in following cases mosaic-like patterns may appear on the playback picture or the picture may not be played back correctly.
- When a cassette recorded in LP mode on this VCR is played back on other digital video equipment.
- When a cassette recorded in LP mode on other digital video equipment is played back on this VCR.
- When a cassette recorded in LP mode on this VCR is played back on other digital video equipment not featuring LP mode.
- When played in slow motion or frame by frame. In addition, the Insert, Audio Dubbing, and Audio Mixing functions cannot be used with a tape that was recorded in LP mode.
Digital Video System
In the digital video system, picture and sound are converted into digital signals and recorded onto tape.
This completely digital recording allows recording and playback of picture and sound with minimum quality deterioration.
In addition, such data as Time Code, Date and Time are also automatically recorded as digital signals.
Features
● Superior picture resolution ● Excellent signal-to-noise ratio - Stable pictures ● Minimized quality deterioration in dubbing ● Minimized cross colour distortion ● Minimized quality deterioration in editing - PCM digital sound - No picture deterioration in LP Mode - 6.35 mm-wide tape - Compact cassette with long recording time ● Time Code editing
PCM Sound
For recording of the sound, Digital Video Cassette Recorder offers the choice between two different PCM Audio Recording Mode.
- 16 bit 48 kHz 1track, 2 channels
● 12 bit 32 kHz 2tracks, 4 channels
The "16bit, 48 kHz, 1track 2 channels" mode offers superior recording sound quality.
The "12bit, 32 kHz, 2 tracks 4 channels" mode lets you record the original sound on two channels and the dubbed sound on two separate channels.
Sub Code
The digital recording system offers the added capability of recording sub code containing various data. The following data is recorded as sub code on the Digital Video Cassette Recorder.
- Time Code ● Recording date and time
- Index signals for locating the still images recorded in the Photoshot Mode
- Index signals for locating the beginning of scenes marked with an index signal
TBC (Time Base Corrector)
This function improves the horizontal shaking and the subtle distortion in the vertical lines which tend to take place when analogue VHS-C or analogue 8 mm format tapes are played back.
- For normal use, activate the TBC function.
DV TERMINAL
This terminal is used to input/output video and audio data on digital video equipment. Because the video and audio data is sent through the DV cable as digital signals, there is practically no deterioration in video and audio quality after copying. In addition, because the hardware automatically determines the direction of flow for input and output signals according to the state of the unit, there is no need to change the connections around when switching between input and output, as is the case with conventional AV cables.
In addition, the DV terminal on the NV-DV2000 can also send control signals that are required in editing operations. If a Panasonic Digital Video Camera is used as the playback unit, only one DV cable needs to be connected between the camera and the NV-DV2000 in order to perform the following editing functions:
Copying, Assemble, Video Insert, and Audio Insert.
(Such a configuration does not permit AV Insert, Audio Dubbing, or Audio Mixing. AV cables must also be connected.)
The following functional differences exist when the recording unit and the playback unit are connected through the DV terminal, as opposed to when they are connected through the audio and video sockets:
- The original sub code data (date of the recording, photoshot index signals, etc.) on the playback unit is copied as is on the recording unit. (Time codes are not copied.)
- The audio is recorded in the same mode (12bit or 16bit) on the recording unit as it was on the playback unit. (If you want to change the audio recording mode, the units must be connected through the audio and video sockets, not the DV terminal.)
- No audio is output while searching with the Jog Dial/Shuttle Ring.
- When playing a tape that was recorded with two audio channels (main and sub; from a bilingual broadcast, for example), both the main audio channel and the sub audio channel are output, regardless of the audio select (main/sub) setting.
- Horizontal sway may appear at the bottom of the screen for video input from the DV terminal, but this has no effect on the recording.
Time code
Time Code signals are time data that is recorded on the tape. The time is expressed in units of hours (h), minutes (m), seconds (s) and frames (f) (25 frames/sec). Time codes are recorded concurrently while the video is being recorded. If a recording is made continuously from the beginning of a tape, the Time codes can be used to determine the absolute position of video and audio recorded on the tape.
When you first record on a new (previously unrecorded) cassette, the Time codes are also recorded, starting from zero. If you start recording in the middle of a cassette that has already been partially recorded, and you start where the previous recording ended, the Time code units continue from the ending unit of the previous recording. However, if you start recording in the middle of a tape after a blank section of tape, the Time codes again start from zero.
Unless the Time code is recorded continuously from the beginning of the tape, precise editing may not be possible. To ensure that the Time code will be recorded without interruption, we recommend that you use the Index Search function before starting to record a new scene.
Frame
This is a Time code unit. One frame is equivalent to 1/25 of a second. (Refer to the description of Time codes.)
Tape Counter (Linear counter)
As opposed to the absolute value Time codes (refer to the explanation of Time codes) that are recorded on tape simultaneously when video or audio material is recorded, the tape counter (linear counter) is time information that can change units. The tape counter is reset to zero each time a tape is loaded/ejected, and can also be reset to zero at any other time by pressing RESET.
3D-DNR (3-Dimensional Digital Noise Reduction)
To activate the 3D DNR function, press the 3D DNR button, so that the "PB DNR" or "REC DNR" appears on the VCR display. 3D DNR function will now reduce the noise during playback or recording.
Use of “REC DNR” during recording reduces the shaking and distortion that occur during the recording of analogue tapes so that pictures with a high picture quality are obtained. Use of “PB DNR” when playing back pictures from an analogue device reduces the amount of noise, thereby making it possible to view pictures with a high picture quality.
- During playback, the picture may become the afterimage. In such a case, cancel the 3D DNR function.
Before requesting service, check the following points once again.
The error message is indicated in brackets [ ].
[Please insert video tape.]
● (REC/OTR), ▶ (PLAY), ▶▶ (FAST FORWARD), ◀◀ (REWIND) or JOG/SHUTTLE is pressed when no cassette is in the VCR. Insert a video tape.
[Recording not allowed. Check setting of the record-prevention tab.]
(REC/OTR) has been pressed when using a cassette with the opened record-prevention tab. Use a cassette with the closed record-prevention tab.
Messages of On Screen Display for Editing Operations
[Please insert video tape.]
● (REC/OTR), ▶ (PLAY) or JOG/SHUTTLE has been pressed when the editing operation using EDIT MENU screen is performed in the VCR. Insert a video tape.
[Recording not allowed. Check setting of the record-prevention tab.]
● (REC/OTR) has been pressed when using a cassette with the opened record-prevention tab. Use a cassette with a closed record-prevention tab.
[This function cannot be made in the blank part of the tape.]
Are you trying to edit using a blank tape, or a tape that contains a blank segment in the middle? Editing is not possible in blank segments (because there are no Time codes). In order to use such a tape for editing, copy the tape once so that continuous Time codes are recorded on the tape, even if there is nothing else recorded on the tape.
[This function is not allowed in LP-recorded section of the tape.]
It is not possible to edit a tape that was recorded in LP mode, or that was recorded partly in SP mode and partly in LP mode. Make a copy of the tape in SP mode and then use that tape.
[This function cannot be made with 16bit mode audio recording.]
Does the audio mode change in the middle of the tape?
The Audio Dubbing and AV Insert functions can only be used on a tape that was recorded in 12bit audio mode.
[Copying of this material is not allowed.]
Tapes which contain copy protection codes cannot be edited, whether in the playback unit or the recording unit.
[Editing cannot be made. Please check switches setting and cables.]
Are the necessary cables for controlling the playback unit (Edit cable, LANC cable, DV cable) connected? Is the playback unit turned off? Are Edit Mode, Edit Terminal, and the INPUT SELECT setting on the NV-DV2000 set properly for the desired editing operation? Is there more than one digital video device (including personal computers) connected to the NV-DV2000? Are the NV-DV2000 and the unit connected to the NV-DV2000 both set to control each other (if the connected unit is a digital video device)?
[Audio Dubbing or Audio Mixing cannot be made with DV input mode.]
Audio Dubbing and Audio Mixing functions will not work if INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2. Set to A2, A3 or A4.
[AV Insert cannot be made with DV input mode.]
AV Insert will not work if INPUT SELECT is set to DV1 or DV2. Set to A2, A3 or A4.
[Please select DV input mode.]
Is Edit Terminal set to DV, but INPUT SELECT is set to something other than DV1 or DV2?
[This tape is an incorrect type. Please replace the tape.]
A video cassette tape other than a MINI DV cassette has been inserted. DVC PRO cassettes cannot be used with the NV-DV2000.
[This tape is for cleaning only.]
Has an attempt been made to record or edit the cleaning tape?
Other messages may also appear.
Follow the instructions in the message.
Before requesting service, check the following points once again.
VCR does not operate correctly
The symptom description is indicated in quotation “”.
"VCR display is not illuminated."
Mains lead is not connected. Reconnect mains lead to VCR.
VCR display setting is OFF. Set VCR display to ON or DIMMED. [☐23]
Playback does not operate correctly
The symptom description is indicated in quotation “”.
"The playback picture contains rectangular blocks of picture noise or the whole screen becomes black."
Video heads are clogged or worn. Use the Digital Video Head Cleaner supplied with the VCR. [4] If the picture is still not clear after using it, consult your dealer for further advice.
Recording does not operate correctly
The symptom description is indicated in quotation “”.
"○ indication flashes whenever recording is attempted."
The record prevention tab on the cassette is open. Close the record prevention tab. (Slide it in the direction of the [REC] arrow.)
Editing does not operate correctly
The symptom description is indicated in quotation “”.
"One-Touch-Editing does not work."
Is One-Touch-Edit on the Editing functions menu set to "ON"?
"Editing does not commence; the VCR stays in the recording pause state."
While setting the edit start point on the playback unit, the NV-DV2000 switched from the recording pause state to the stopped state.
In order to protect the tape and the head from damage, the NV-DV2000 is designed to automatically stop if it is left in the recording pause state for more than 5 minutes.
"The picture from the playback unit does not appear."
Does the INPUT SELECT setting match the sockets that are actually connected?
Are the cables connected to the playback unit securely?
"Cannot execute the editing operation, or the operation stops suddenly before it is complete."
The following are possible causes:
There is a blank segment in the middle of the tape in the recording unit.
The tape speed (SP/LP) or the audio mode (12bit/16bit) changed in the middle of the tape in the recording unit.
The end of the tape was reached in the NV-DV2000.
The tape that is being used either does not contain continuous time codes, or contains two identical time codes.
Does the INPUT SELECT setting match the sockets?
The INPUT SELECT setting or Edit Terminal was changed while editing was still in progress.
An edit start/end point was set within 20 seconds of the beginning of the tape.
"The EDIT MENU screen does not appear, even though EDIT MENU has been pressed"
Is Edit Mode set to PASSIVE or RECORDER?
Is the NV-DV2000 set as indicated below in the following instances?
- With Edit Terminal set to DV, is Edit Mode set to PLAYER or PASSIVE? (when two NV-DV2000s are connected)
- With Edit Terminal set to EDIT, is Edit Mode set to PASSIVE?
"Control of the playback unit was lost while editing was in progress"
If the playback unit is left in the pause state for more than 5 minutes, it may automatically stop in order to protect the tape and the head from damage.
If the playback unit is a video movie camera, control is not possible if the video movie camera is in CAMERA Mode. Put the video movie camera into PLAYBACK (VCR) Mode.
"Programme Editing is not available for selection on the EDIT MENU screen"
Programme Editing is not available if the playback unit that is connected does not have a Time code or tape (linear) counter display.
"After setting the edit start/end points, the next screen does not appear when OK is pressed"
Have all three points in the edit start/end points been set on the playback unit and the recording unit? Programme setting is not completed unless 3 or more points are set.
Are the edit start/end points set in the wrong order (i.e., the editing end precedes the in point)?
"Cannot set programme"
Have the maximum number of programmes already been set?
"A set programme is skipped"
Are there at least 4 seconds between the edit start point and the end point? Editing may not be performed properly for a programme with a set duration of less than 4 seconds.
"Cannot adjust the edit timing"
The timing cannot be adjusted if the playback unit that is connected does not have a Time code or tape (linear) counter display.
Editing Controller does not work correctly
The symptom description is indicated in quotation “”.
"Editing controller does not operate correctly."
Remote controller transmitter beam is not reaching the VCR. Ensure that Editing controller is being pointed at the VCR and that the transmitter beam is not obstructed.
Distance is too far. Use Editing controller within 7 m of the VCR. If operation is not possible in this range, replace the batteries.
Batteries are spent. Replace the batteries. Note the precautions for replacement on [12].
Batteries are incorrectly fitted with (/) reversed. Fit the batteries correctly as shown on page 12.
Wrong remote control mode has been selected. Set to the correct remote control mode [☐24].
SET UP On Screen Displays![graph TD A["SET UP"] --> B["Edit functions"] B --> C["Search with Sound"] B --> D["Audio mode"] B --> E["One-Touch-Edit"] B --> F["Still Album"] A --> G["Edit functions"] G --> H["Search with Sound"] G --> I["Audio mode"] G --> J["One-Touch-Edit"] G --> K["Still Album"] A --> L["Edit functions Searc…](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/2f2b431d3d7bb11091db61a447c2161ed157fcbbd455ce0e74249a63649057d9.jpg)
EDIT MENU On Screen Display (Manual Editing)
![graph TD A["EDIT MENU"] --> B["EDIT MENU"] B --> C["EDIT MENU"] C --> D["EDIT MENU"] D --> E["EDIT MENU"] E --> F["EDIT MENU"] F --> G["EDIT MENU"] G --> H["Programme Editing"] style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333 style B fill:#f9f,stroke:#333 style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333 style D fill:#f9f,stroke:#333 sty…](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/361c2bdc5080fcf532a653cc57ae6d41a261aa70d097e769dc9504c52de592cc.jpg)
Flow Chart for On Screen Displays (continued)
Programme Editing On Screen Displays
![graph TD A["EDIT MENU"] --> B["EDIT MENU"] B --> C["Programme Editing"] C --> D["Assemble"] D --> E["0h16m 38s20f In 0h16m 38s20f Out h m s f"] E --> F["ASsemble [Page1"] 0h18m 09s13f In 0h16m 38s20f Out 0h18m 09s13f] F --> G["Programme Editing"] G --> H["Assemble Video Insert Audio Insert AV Insert…](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/fb6d88372cbf65d02ab96aa0846fafe5bec75666e0eee8f5149b768e0f5c6050.jpg)
![graph TD A["Assemble [Page1"] ① RECORDER II 0h12m 24s12f In 0h12m 24s12f OK : done, EDIT MENU : return] --> B["Video Insert"] B --> C["Confirm/Change Insert a programme Erase a programme Preview Start Insert Review Timing Adjust ▲▼ : select, OK : access EDIT MENU : return"] C --> D["Video Insert"] D…](/content/2026/06/1301781/images/0c25e3ab666abe5843f224ba5ad3379368a31533bd7fe0a835c6677f1e216b4a.jpg)
Helpful Hints
NV-DV2000EC
Power Source:
220–240 V AC 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 22 W
Power Consumption When in Standby Mode: Approx. 4 W
(with display off mode)
Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, Digital Component
Audio Recording System: PCM Digital Recording; 16 bit (48 kHz/2ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4ch)
Video Heads: 2 heads
Tape Speed: SP; 18.831mm/s
LP; 12.568 mm/s
Tape Format: Mini DV tape
Record/Playback Time: SP; 80 min LP; 120 min with DVM80E
FF/REW Time: approx. 80 s with DVM60E
VIDEO
Television System: CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal
Modulation System: Digital Component recording
Input Level: AV1/AV2; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
VIDEO IN (AV3/AV4); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
S-VIDEO IN (AV3/AV4); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
Output Level: AV1/AV2; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
VIDEO OUT (AV3/AV4); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
S-VIDEO OUT (AV3/AV4); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, terminated
AUDIO
Input Level: AV1/AV2; 2Vrms (1kHz, 0dB), more than 10 kohm
AUDIO IN (AV3/AV4); 2Vrms (1kHz, 0dB), more than 10 kohm
Output Level: AV1/AV2; 2Vrms (1kHz, 0dB), less than 1 kohm
AUDIO OUT (AV3/AV4); 2Vrms (1kHz, 0dB), less than 1 kohm
Audio Track: 16 bit (48 kHz/2ch); 1 track, 2 channels
12 bit (32 kHz/4ch); 2 track, 4 channels
Digital Still Picture: Digital Still Picture Output, Control Signal Input/Output
(Transfer rate; max. 115 kbps)
Digital Interface: DV TERMINAL (i.LINK, 4-pin)
Audio Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz (16 bit)
20 Hz–14.5 kHz (12 bit)
Operating Temperature: 5°C–40°C
Operating Humidity: 35%-80%
Weight: 2.8 kg
Dimensions: 280 (W)×91.5 (H)×222 (D) mm
Standard Accessories: 1 pc. Edit Cable 1 pc. S-Video Cable
1 pc. DV Cable 1 pc. AV Cables
1 pc. Digital Video Head Cleaner
2 pcs. "R6" size batteries 3 pcs. AC Mains Leads
1 pc. Editing Controller (EUR571507) 1 pc. AC Plug Adaptor
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Printed in Japan
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F0600Gy0 (1500®)
