NV-V8000E - VCR PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) / Player
Brand	Panasonic
Model	NV-V8000E
Power Supply	220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	Approx. 64 W
Dimensions (W x H x D)	480 x 147.5 x 485.5 mm
Weight	14 kg
Video Heads	4 rotary heads, helical scanning
Tape Speed	SP: 23.39 mm/s, LP: 11.7 mm/s
Tape Format	VHS, S-VHS, VHS-C, S-VHS-C
Max Recording/Playback Time (E240)	SP: 240 min, LP: 480 min
Fast Forward/Rewind Time (E180)	Approx. 2.5 min
Horizontal Resolution	VHS/SP: >240 lines, S-VHS: >400 lines
Audio System	Hi-Fi stereo (2 channels), Normal mono track
Audio Dynamic Range (Hi-Fi)	>90 dB
Audio Frequency Response (Hi-Fi)	20 Hz – 20 kHz
Wow and Flutter (Hi-Fi)	0.005% WRMS
Remote Control	Infra-red remote controller (model VEQ1215) with Jog/Shuttle
Digital Scanner (Bar Code Reader)	Included for timer programming (model VEQ1326)
Timer Recording	8 programmes, up to 1 month in advance
One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR)	Yes, immediate or within 24 hours
Special Playback Features	Jog/Shuttle, Super Still, Slow Motion, Cue/Review, Repeat Play
Editing Functions	Insert Editing, Audio Dubbing, Programmed Editing (4 sequences), BGV Editing
Input/Output Sockets	RF In/Out, 21-pin AV, S-Video, Video/Audio (Phono), Microphone, Headphones
TBC (Time Base Corrector)	Switchable ON/OFF
Operating Temperature/Humidity	5°C – 40°C / 35% – 80%

Frequently Asked Questions - NV-V8000E PANASONIC

How do I set the clock on my Panasonic NV-V8000E?

Press the Clock Button to enter date/time setting. Use the + or - buttons to set year, month, date, hour, and minute in sequence, pressing Next Button between each. Press Clock Button again to confirm at the exact minute.

How can I record a TV programme using the timer?

Ensure the clock is set and insert a cassette with erasure prevention tab. Press Check/Programme Button to select an empty programme number. Use +/- to set channel, date, start/end times, then press Timer Record Button to activate. The VTR will turn itself on/off automatically.

What does the One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR) do?

OTR allows quick recording of a programme starting immediately or within 24 hours. Press OTR On to set start time and OTR Off to set end time. The VTR automatically stops recording and turns off at the end.

How do I clean the video heads?

Video head cleaning is not user-serviceable. If playback picture is snow or distorted, consult qualified service personnel. Avoid using cleaning cassettes unless recommended, as they can damage heads.

Can I use S-VHS tapes to record in VHS format?

Yes. Set the S-VHS Selector to OFF to record in VHS format on S-VHS tapes. Playback is automatic: the VTR detects the format regardless of tape type.

How do I connect the VCR to a TV with a 21-pin AV socket?

Use a 21-pin AV cable (not supplied) to connect the VTR's 21-pin AV socket to the TV's socket. For RF connection, use the supplied DIN-DIN coaxial cable from RF OUT to TV aerial. Ensure both units are set to the correct AV mode.

Why is there no picture during playback?

Check if the TV is tuned to the correct video playback channel (UHF channel 36 by default). Also ensure the VTR is turned on and the cassette is inserted correctly. If still no picture, the video heads may be clogged.Consult a technician.

How do I use the Jog/Shuttle for precise editing?

Press Jog/Shuttle Button to activate. The Jog Dial advances frame-by-frame, while the Shuttle Ring controls variable speed in forward/reverse. Use for locating edit points with high accuracy.

What is the purpose of the BGV (Background Video) editing function?

BGV allows separate recording of Hi-Fi sound and video. First record sound with BGV Switch ON (no picture), then later insert pictures with BGV ON (no Hi-Fi sound). Useful for adding music or narration independently.

How can I prevent accidental erasure of recordings?

Break off the erasure prevention tab on the cassette. To record again, cover the hole with adhesive tape. The VTR will flash and beep if you try to record on a protected cassette.

USER MANUAL NV-V8000E PANASONIC

operating instructions

Bedienungsanleitung

SVHS VHS PAL 625

VHS C 625 VHS PAL

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

CONTENTS

Page

3 CAUTIONS

4 CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

8 INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER AND DIGITAL SCANNER

11 S-VHS FORMAT

11 S(SEPARATE)-VIDEO SOCKET, INSTALLATION

12 INSTALLATION

13 TUNING THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO PLAYBACK CHANNEL

14 SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR

16 SETTING THE CLOCK TO THE PRESENT TIME

18 THE VIDEO CASSETTE

19 AUTO OPERATION

21 PLAYBACK

28 RECORDING FROM A TV BROADCAST SIGNAL

30 NICAM SYSTEM

51 PROGRAMMED EDITING

52 BGV EDITING

53 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

55 SPECIFICATIONS

Information for Your Safety

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.

This apparatus was produced to BS 800.

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.

■ AC MAINS LEAD CONNECTION

The wires in the mains lead of this apparatus are coloured in accordance with the following code.

Important

BLUE ..... NEUTRAL BROWN ..... LIVE

Mains Lead

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead 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 which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

Under no circumstances must either of the above wires be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug.

HQ (High Quality) Picture System

Video recorders carrying the HQ symbol mark feature the new VHS High Quality Picture System. This system assures complete compatibility with VTRs that use the conventional VHS system.

Hi-Fi

CAUTIONS

Please read these cautions before you operate this VTR.

Cassette Compartment Door

When first unpacking the unit, you may notice that the cassette compartment door is partially open. This condition is due to the operation of a safety device designed to protect the unit from vibration during shipment; it is not a malfunction. When the AC mains lead is connected to a mains outlet, the door will return to its original position.

Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature

If the VTR is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the VTR.

Humidity and Dust

Avoid places where there is high humidity or much dust, which may cause damage to internal parts.

Do Not Obstruct the Ventilation Holes

The ventilation holes prevent abnormal increase in temperature. Do not block or cover these holes. Especially avoid covering the holes with soft materials such as cloth or paper.

Keep away from High Temperature

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

Keep Magnets away

Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VTR because it will adversely affect the performance of the VTR.

No Fingers or Other Objects Inside

Touching internal parts of this VTR is dangerous, and may cause serious damage to the VTR. Do not attempt to disassemble the VTR. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

Keep Water away

Keep the VTR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. CAUTION: If liquids are spilled into the VTR, serious damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VTR, consult qualified service personnel.

Cleaning the VTR

Wipe the VTR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid, or other chemicals. And do not use compressed air to remove dust.

Stacking

Place the VTR in a horizontal position, and do not place anything heavy on it.

Video Head Clogging

The video heads are the means by which the recorder places picture signals on the tape during recording, and reads picture signals from the tape during playback. If these heads become dirty and clogged from long use, the signals can no longer be recorded correctly, and the playback picture will be distorted accordingly. This is the case, for example, during the playback of a tape, the sound is reproduced normally, but no picture is seen, or the picture is greatly distorted. When such a symptom case occurs have the recorder checked by qualified service personnel.

Lightning

To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug from the VTR.

Condensation may forms in the VTR if:

●The VTR is in a room where the heater has just been turned on. ●The VTR is in a room with steam or high humidity. ●The VTR is brought from cold surroundings into a well-heated room. ●The VTR is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such as an air-conditioned room or car, to a place which is hot and humid.

Note:

Do not operate the VTR for at least 1 hour if any of the above conditions occur.

This VTR does not incorporate a dew sensor.

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

FRONT

No.	Description	Page
1	Audio Input Sockets	44
2	Video Input Socket	44
3	VTR On/Off Switch	13
4	Synchro/Camera Switch	44
5	Infra-red Remote Control Receiver	8
6	Vertical Lock Adjustor	27
7	Cassette Compartment	18
8	Multi-function Display	6
9	S-Video Input Socket	45
10	Microphone Input Socket	50
11	Synchro/Camera Socket	44
12	Headphones Socket	32
13	Headphones Output Level Control	32
14	Audio Level Meter	28
15	Hi-Fi Rec Level Controls	28
16	Picture Sharpnes Control	21
17	Colour Level Control	21
18	Cassette Selection Indicators	18
19	S-VHS Indicator	11
20	Audio Mode Indicators	30
21	BGV Editing Indicator	52
22	TBC Indicator	25
23	Digital Tracking Indicator	26
24	Cassette Selection Button	18
25	Noise Filter/Edit Selector	25
26	Tape Remain Button	26
27	Hi-Fi/Normal Mix Switch	49
28	BGV Switch	52
29	Remote Control Mode Select Switch	8
30	Clock Button	16

No.	Description	Page
31	MPX Filter Switch	32
32	TBC Switch	25
33	Tape Select Switch	26
34	S-VHS Selector	11
35	Nicam/Mono Switch	30
36	Programme Editing Buttons	51
37	Input Signal Selector Switches	15
38	Tape Speed Button	29
39	Fade Selector Switch	29
40	Fade Button	29
41	Jog Dial	24
42	Eject Button (▲)	19
43	Audio Output Selector Button	31
44	Programme Position Up and Down Buttons	14
45	Clock/Counter Selector	27
46	OTR On Buttons	33
47	Memory/Repeat/Search Button	27
48	OTR Off Buttons	33
49	Reset Button	27
50	Rewind ◀◀/Review ➕ Button	21
51	Preset/Normal Button	14
52	Play Button (▶)	21
53	Fast Forward ▶▶/Cue ➕ Button	21
54	Timer Controls	16
55	Stop Button (■)	21
56	Pause/Still Button (■■)	21
57	Record Button (●)	28
58	Memory Button	15
59	Audio Dubbing Button	50
60	Insert Editing Button	49

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS (CONT'D)

No.	Description	Page
61	Timer Record Button	36
62	Jog/Shuttle Button	22
63	Shuttle Ring	22
64	VTR On Indicator	13
65	Cassette Selection/Stand-By Indicators	18
66	Timer Recording Indicator	36

Connections of the S-Video Socket:

1 Y GND 2 CGND 3 Y SIGNAL 4 C SIGNAL

Multi-Function Display

No.	Description	Page
1	Cassette-In Indicator	18
2	Tape Running Display	21
3	Channel Display	14
4	Timer Recording Indicator	36
5	OTR Indicator	33
6	Memory Indicator	27
7	Search Indicator	27
8	Repeat Indicator	20
9	Counter Mode Indicator	25
10	Clock/Counter Indicator	16
11	Programme Indicator	35
12	Edit Mode Indicator	51
13	Programme Number	35
14	Operation Status Display	14

REAR

174

No.	Description	Page
1	Video Input Socket	46
2	S-Video Input Socket	45
3	Video Output Socket	12
4	S-Video Output Socket	11
5	Editing Control Socket	45
6	AC Mains Lead Socket	11
7	Fan Motor	—
8	Audio Input Sockets	12
9	RF Signal Level Switch	13
10	Audio Output Sockets	11
11	Normal/Y/C Selector	11
12	21-pin AV Socket	12
13	Search with Sound/Test Signal Switch	13
14	RF Input Socket	11
15	Video Playback Channel Adjustor	13
16	RF Output Socket	11

12 Connections of the 21-pin AV Socket

NOR Y/C

1 AUDIO OUTPUT CH2 (R) 1 AUDIO OUTPUT CH2 (R)

2 AUDIO INPUT CH2 (R) 2 AUDIO INPUT CH2 (R)

3 AUDIO OUTPUT CH1 (L) 3 AUDIO OUTPUT CH1 (L)

4 AUDIO GND 4 AUDIO GND

5 No connection 5 No connection

6 AUDIO INPUT CH1 (L)

7 No connection

8 SWITCHING VOLTAGE

9 No connection

10 No connection

11 No connection

12 No connection

13 No connection

14 No connection

15 No connection

16 No connection

18 No connection

19 VIDEO OUTPUT

20 VIDEO INPUT

21 GND

Connections of the S-Video Socket:

② S-VIDEO IN

1 Y GND 2 C GND 3 Y SIGNAL 4 C SIGNAL

4 S-VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO—OUT

1 Y GND 2 C GND 3 Y SIGNAL 4 C SIGNAL

INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER AND DIGITAL SCANNER

Part Number: VEQ1215

1 Remote Control Mode Select Switch ② VTR On/Off Button ③ Audio Output Selector 4 Memory/Repeat/Search Button ⑤ Reset Button 6 Time Search Button 7 Record Buttons (●) ⑧ Pause/Still Button (II) 9 Rewind ◀◀/Review ➕ Button 10 Index Button 11 Auto Play Buttons ⑫ Jog Dial 13 Shuttle Ring 14 Jog/Shuttle On/Off Button 15 Jog/Shuttle Indicator 16 Programme Editing Buttons 17 Play Button (▶) 18 Fast Forward ▶▶/Cue 🏠 Button 19 Stop Button (■) 20 Monitor Button

21 Blank Search Button 22 Tape Speed Button 23 Tape Remain Button 24 Programme Position (Channel) Selector Buttons 25 Clock/Counter Selector

Remote Control Modes

This VTR can be remote controlled with two types of signals. These signals are called Remote Control Mode "VTR 1" and "VTR 2".

Remote Control Mode Select Switch

When the Remote Control Mode Select Switch on the VTR is set to "VTR 1", the Remote Control Mode Select Switch on the Remote Controller must also be set to "VTR 1".

When using two Panasonic VTRs

Remote Control Mode "VTR 1"

Remote Control Mode "VTR 2"

When the Remote Control Mode Select Switch on the Remote Controller is set to "VTR 1", the VTR on the left can be operated. When the Remote Control Mode Select Switch is set to "VTR 2", the VTR on the right can be operated.

In case of VTRs with switchable remote control modes, set a different remote control mode for each of the VTRs so that they can be operated individually with the same Remote Controller.

Panasonic VTRs without remote control mode switch operate in "VTR 1" mode only.

Part Number: VEQ1326

① Transmit Button ② Bar Code Reading Section ③ Digital Scanner On/Off Switch ④ Bar Code Reader Display

① Date Display ② Start Time Display ③ End Time Display ④ Tape Speed Indicator

⑤ Remote Control Mode Indicator ⑥ Channel Display ⑦ Check Indicator

⑤ Transmitting Section

How to Operate the Digital Scanner

Set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to "ON".

• If no operation is performed for more than 25 seconds (4 minutes during setting of the clock time), the scanner will automatically switch over to the power-saving standby condition and the lamp will go off. (In this case, if bar codes have already been read but not yet transmitted to the VTR, the data will be cancelled.)
• When the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch is set to "ON" but the lamp is not lit, set the switch to "OFF" and then to "ON" again.

Tracing the Bar Codes

(A) Place the Digital Scanner vertically on the Small Box. (B) Trace the bar code quickly in the direction of the arrow.

●Treat the Programming Sheet with care. If the sheet gets dirty or scratched, the bar code reading may become impossible. - Protect the Digital Scanner from strong shocks and vibration. Keep it away from water and places with high temperature and humidity. - If the bar code is traced slowly, it cannot be read correctly. - When there is no "Beep" sound, the reading of the bar code is incomplete. Trace the bar code again. - When using the Programming Sheet, put it on a flat surface: Reading the bar codes while holding it in your hand or bending it may result in incorrect operation. - Do not deviate from the bar code, nor stop tracing halfway. - Do not slant the scanner to trace the bar code.

Remote Control Modes

Adjust the remote control mode of the Digital Scanner to the same remote control mode (VTR 1 or VTR 2) as selected on the VTR itself.

When Remote Control Mode "VTR 2" is selected on the VTR

Trace the "VTR 2" bar code on the Programming Sheet.

- "VTR 2" will appear in the Bar Code Reader Display.

When the "VTR 1" bar code is traced, the "VTR 2" Indication will disappear and the remote control mode is changed back to "VTR 1".

Note: There is no indication on the display for "VTR 1".

INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER AND DIGITAL SCANNER (CONT'D)

Power Source for the Remote Controller (Digital Scanner)

The Remote Controller is powered by three IEC "R6" (Digital Scanner: 4 IEC "R03") size batteries. The life of the batteries is about one year, however, it depends on the frequency of use. Inspect and if necessary, replace the batteries once a year.

CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT

• Load the new batteries with their polarities (⊕ and ⊖) aligned correctly.
• Do not apply heat to batteries, or internal short-circuit may occur.
• If you do not intend to use the Remote Controller or Digital Scanner for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool and dry place.
• Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose of them.
• Do not use an old and a new batteries together. (Also never use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.)

Load the batteries as follows:

① Remove the battery compartment lid.

② Place the batteries in the battery compartment as indicated inside the battery compartment.

③ Replace the lid.

Note:

●The infra-red beam should be transmitted directly at the Infra-red Remote Control Receiver on the front of the VTR. - Direct sunlight may interfere with the beam. ●The lightsensing angle of the Infra-red Remote Control Receiver in the VTR is about 30 for each side from the centre. ●The unit should be used within a range of about 7 meters from the front of the VTR.

Recommendation

To save battery power, make sure to set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to "OFF" after using the Digital Scanner. When the batteries are exhausted, the bar code reading can no longer performed.

When the Bar Codes Cannot Be Read

Although the lamp in the tip of the Bar Code Reading Section lights up:

●No figures appear in the Bar Code Reader Display ●No beep sounds is heard;

The tip of the Bar Code Reading Section is probably clogged with dirt

Cleaning

1. Turn the Cap of the Bar Code Reading Section 45° counterclockwise, as shown below.

- Remove dirt and dust from the hole of the Cap.

2. Gently wipe the tip of the lamp with a soft cloth.

- Reattach the Cap and lock it by turning it clockwise.

S-VHS FORMAT

This VTR uses the S-VHS format, which makes it possible to obtain high resolution and high picture quality by using high-performance S-VHS video cassette tapes.

When making a recording on an S-VHS cassette tape, select the desired recording format with the S-VHS Selector.

S-VHS Selector

ON: The recording will be made in the S-VHS format. - The S-VHS Indicator lights up.

OFF: The recording will be made in the VHS format. - The S-VHS indicator does not light up. (It is possible to make a recording on an S-VHS cassette tape in the VHS format, for example, in order to play back the tape on another VHS VTR.)

Using VHS Cassettes

The recording is made in the VHS format irrespective of the position to which the S-VHS Selector is set.

Playback of S-VHS and VHS Cassettes

It is not necessary to operate the S-VHS Selector.

Cassette tapes recorded in the S-VHS format are automatically played back in the S-VHS format, and tapes recorded in the VHS format are automatically played back in the VHS format.

When an S-VHS tape that was recorded in the VHS format is played back, the S-VHS indicator does not light up.

When a tape recorded in the S-VHS format is played back on a conventional VHS VTR, it is not possible to obtain a playback picture.

S (SEPARATE)-VIDEO SOCKET, INSTALLATION

The conventional video sockets of VTRs output (input) a combination of the luminance signal (Y) and color signal (C) that are recorded on the video tape. The new S (Separate)-Video Socket allows separate transmission of these two signals to a TV set or separate input of these two signals in order to obtain clearer pictures.

The connection with the S-Video Cable can also be used for playback of a tape that was recorded in the conventional VHS system. The "S" in the "S-Video Socket" stands for "SEPARATED Y/C", not for "S-VHS".

Connection to a TV Set with S-Video Socket

1. Connect the external aerial to the RF Input Socket on the VTR. 2. Connect the aerial terminal on your TV set to the RF Output Socket on the VTR with the supplied DIN-DIN Coaxial Cable. 3. Connect the S-Video Output Socket on the VTR to the S-Video Input Socket on the TV set, and the Audio Output Sockets on the VTR to the Audio Input Sockets on the TV set. 4. Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Mains Socket of the VTR, and to a mains outlet.

Normal/Y/C Selector

NOR: Normally set to this position. Y/C: Set to this position when connecting the VTR to a TV set equipped with a 21-pin AV Connector with pins for separate Y/C signal input.

INSTALLATION

Consult your Panasonic dealer for advice about a suitable cable to use for connection to the 21-pin AV Socket.

Connection to a TV Set without 21-pin AV Socket

1. Connect the external aerial to the RF Input Socket on the VTR.

2. Connect the aerial terminal on your TV set to the RF Output Socket on the VTR with the supplied DIN-DIN Coaxial Cable.

3 Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Mains Socket of the VTR to the mains outlet.

Note:

Connect the Audio/Video Output Sockets to the Input Sockets on the TV set (if equipped with these Sockets) for watching the TV in AV mode.

Connection to a TV Set with 21-pin AV Socket

① Connect the external aerial to the RF Input Socket on the VTR.

② Connect the aerial terminal on your TV set to the RF Output Socket on the VTR with the supplied DIN-DIN Coaxial Cable.

③ Connect the 21-pin AV Socket on the VTR to the 21-pin AV Socket on the TV set.

- The 21-pin AV Socket allows recording and playback of picture and sound. This connection can be used with TV sets which are also equipped with a 21-pin AV Socket.

④ Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Mains Socket of the VTR to the mains outlet.

Connection to a Stereo Amplifier

1 Connect the Audio Input Sockets on the VTR to the REC OUT Sockets on the Stereo Amplifier.

② Connect the Audio Output Sockets on the VTR to the PLAYBACK Sockets on the Stereo Amplifier.

- If a 21-pin AV cable is used for the VTR-to-TV connection and both the VTR and the TV offer a setting for "AV", set only one of them to "AV". If both are set to "AV", picture and sound distortion may appear with some types of TV sets.

On this VTR, the "AV" setting is programme position "AV". Select it with the "0" Button on the Remote Controller or the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the VTR.

The right-side Input Signal Selector Switch must be set to "AV".

- Some TV sets can automatically switch to the "AV" input mode when VTR playback starts via the 21-pin AV cable. But some TV sets have to be switched manually to the Euro AV mode.

- For recording from a TV's tuner via the 21-pin AV cable, set the VTR to the AV mode.

TUNING THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO PLAYBACK CHANNEL

The adjustments described on this page are not necessary if the VTR is connected to the TV set via the Video/Audio output sockets.

Disconnect the 21-pin AV cable when adjusting the TV set to the video playback channel by using the test pattern.

RF Signal Level Switch

Used to attenuate the reception of the UHF aerial signals. If the reception is normal, set to "HIGH". If the signal is strong (stripes appear in the upper part of the picture), set to "LOW".

Video Playback Channel Adjustor

To change the video playback channel.

Note:

Adjustment should be done slowly and carefully using a small screwdriver. If in doubt, consult your authorised dealer for advice.

① Turn the TV set on and select the programme position that is not occupied by any TV station. ② Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR On. (FRONT SIDE)

● The corresponding indicator lights up.

3 Set the Search With Sound-Test Signal Switch to "TEST ON".

4 Tune the selected programme position of the TV set to UHF approx. channel 36. Confirm on your TV set that the received test pattern is as shown.

- If UHF channel 36 is already occupied by a TV station in your area, the video playback channel can be changed from channel 32 to 40 on the back of the VTR by using a small screwdriver.

5 Set the Search With Sound/Test Signal Switch to "OFF". Your TV is now ready to receive the RF output signal from the VTR.

- When using the test pattern to tune the TV set to the video playback channel of the VTR, make sure that the two units are not connected via 21-pin AV cable.

SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR

The tuner in the VTR makes it possible to receive TV broadcasts and to record these programmes without having to turn on the TV set. The frequency band of this model extends from UHF channel 21 to 69.

Preparation

• Turn the TV set on and select the programme position (channel) which you have tuned to the video playback channel.
• Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR on.

1 Press the Preset/Normal Button. The indication on the Multi-Function Display changes from the clock indication to the position indication. ② Press the Programme Position Up or Down Button to select a programme position (channel) which you want to tune to a TV station.

Display of the programme positions 1–99

The tuner in the VTR can be preset with up to 99 stations.

③ Press the "+" or "-" Button.

• When the tuning of the station is completed, the indication stops flashing.
• At every push of the "+" or "-" Button, the station will be tuned automatically.

4 Press the Memory Button.

(Programme position display flashes once)

Repeat steps Ⓧ—⚠️ for each channel you want to tune to a station. 5 Press the Preset/Normal Button

The indication on the Multi-Function Display changes back to the previous indication.

How to Select the Programme Position (Channel) on the Remote Controller

select channel			press button
1-9	1	—	9 respective channel
10		→	1 → 0
20		→	2 → 0
11-99for example 32		→	3 → 2

If more than 5 seconds pass between the first, second and third push, the channel will not be changed normally

Setting the Tuner in the VTR Using the Digital Scanner

- Use the bar codes on page 111.

Preparations

●Turn the VTR on. - Set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to "ON".

① Trace the "PRESET ON" bar code.

C

- If no operations are performed within 4 minutes, the Digital Scanner will automatically turn itself off.

② Press the Transmit Button to transmit to the VTR. ③ Trace the "PROGRAMME POSITION" bar code.

4 Trace the number bar code for the programme position (channel) that you want to tune to a station.

P:15

⑤ Trace the "SEARCH UP" or "SEARCH DOWN" bar code.

P:15

5:1

6 Press the Transmit Button to transmit to the VTR.

•The channel will be tuned automatically. - At every push of the button, the next channel will be tuned.

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15

⑦ Trace the "MEMORY" bar code.

P:16

E

8 Press the Transmit Button to transmit to the VTR.

9 Trace the "PRESET OFF" bar code.

10 Press the Transmit Button.

• If you make a mistake in the above operation steps, trace the "CANCEL" bar code and start again from step ④.
• When setting more than 2 channels, repeat the steps ③-⑧ above.

Input Signal Selector Switches

To select some equipment connected to the External Input Sockets:

① Select the programme position "AV" in the same way as selecting any other programme position (channel). ② Set the input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected.

FRONT S-VIDEO/LINE:

For equipment which is connected to the S-Video or the Video and Audio Input Sockets on the inner front panel.

REAR AV:

For equipment which is connected to the 21-pin AV Socket on the rear panel.

REAR S-VIDEO/LINE:

For equipment which is connected to the S-Video or the Video and Audio Input Sockets on the rear panel.

③ When selecting the "S-VIDEO/LINE" position in step ②, set the second Input Signal Selector Switch to "S-VIDEO" or "LINE" according to the connected socket(s).

SETTING THE CLOCK TO THE PRESENT TIME

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

For Example: Set the clock for Sunday, October 10, 1999, 9:10

• Connect the VTR to the mains outlet.
• Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR On.

When connecting this VTR to the mains or after a long power failure, the time indications flash.

Press the Clock Button to start the date and time setting.

Press the "+" or "-" Button to set the year.

Press the Next Button. Then press the "+" or "-" Button to set the month.

Press the Next Button.

Press the "+" or "-" Button to set the date.

Press the Next Button. Then press the "+" or "-" Button to set the hour.

Press the Next Button. Then press the "+" or "-" Button to set the minute.

Press the Clock Button when the present time becomes exactly 9:10'00".

At every push of the Next Button, the flashing indication changes in the following order.

YEAR→MONTH→DATE→HOUR→MINUTE

• In case of a power failure, the timer back-up system maintains the clock operation and timer content for at least 30 seconds. However, depending on the charging time and the memory content, the back-up time may be considerably longer. It takes more than 60 minutes for the back-up circuit to become operational after the VTR is connected to the mains.
• The Timer Record Function should be set to "Off", otherwise the VTR cannot be operated normally. In this case, the Timer Record Indicator "☐" will flash to warn you. During date setting, the corresponding day is simultaneously set.
• The clock/timer of the VTR is programmed with the calendar up to the end of the year 2087.

Setting the Clock to the Present Time Using the Bar Codes

Preparation

- Set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to "ON".

1 Trace the bar code "SETTING OF THE CLOCK".

2 Trace the bar code for the year (YEAR).

3 Trace the bar code for the month (MONTH).

4 Trace the bar code for the day of the month (DATE).

5 Trace the bar code for the hour (START TIME).

6 Trace the bar code for the minute (MIN).

7 Press the Transmit Button on the Digital Scanner and then confirm that the time is displayed in the Multi-Function Display of the VTR.

8 Set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to "OFF".

• If the transmission was not received correctly, the "Beep-Beep. Beep-Beep" sound from the VTR will warn you. In this case, perform transmission again.
• If the Digital Scanner is left with no operation performed for more than 4 minutes, it will automatically switch over to the power-saving standby condition and the lamp in the reading tip goes out. In this case, bar codes that have already been read but not yet transmitted to the VTR will be cancelled.
• The bar codes "SETTING OF THE CLOCK", "YEAR" and "MONTH" are located on page 3 of the Programming Sheet.

THE VIDEO CASSETTE

Cassette Selection Function

The highly convenient Cassette Selection Function makes it possible to use VHS compact cassettes as well as VHS full-size cassettes without any Cassette Adaptor.

Changing the Size of the Cassette Compartment Slot

① Turn the VTR on.

When a cassette is still in the cassette compartment, press the Eject Button to take it out.

② Press the Cassette Selector Button.

●The size of the Cassette Compartment Slot will change. - The tape counter will display "0"00"00s". ●After the Cassette Selection Indicator lights up, insert a cassette. - Do not insert the cassette, while the Cassette Selection Indicator is still flashing. ●While the size of the Cassette Compartment Slot is being changed, do not touch it, otherwise the cassette selection function will be stopped.

Removing the Transport Padding

Padding for Transport

The padding in the cassette compartment opening protects the mechanism against vibration during transport.

Before using the VTR, it has to be removed.

Keep it for moving or transport in the future.

Inserting a Video Cassette (Auto Operation)

Insert the video cassette as shown. The VTR will be turned on automatically and the cassette will be automatically drawn into the VTR.

Full-size VHS Cassette

When a video cassette is inserted, the "■" mark will appear.

Before inserting a compact cassette tape

- Make sure to insert the cassette with its window facing upward and with the tape label facing you. Trying to insert the cassette in any other way could cause malfunction.

●Make sure the tape is not loose.

If it is loose, turn the cog wheel half a turn in the direction of the arrow.

Notes:

• When a video cassette with broken out erasure prevention tab (for example a pre-recorded tape) is inserted, playback will start immediately.
• Use VHS, S-VHS, VHS-C and S-VHS-C video cassette tapes only.

Removing a Video Cassette

4 Press the Eject Button (▲).

Simply press the Eject Button; the VTR turns itself on, ejects the cassette and turns itself off again.

To prevent accidental erasure

To record again

Cover the hole with adhesive tape

Some Compact Cassettes are provided with a tab to prevent accidental erasure of recordings.

AUTO OPERATION

Auto Operation

Auto VTR On

When a cassette is inserted, the VTR turns itself on automatically.

Auto Play

If the tab of the inserted cassette is broken out, playback will start automatically without having to press any button.

Auto Rewind

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

VTR-Off Eject

When the VTR is off, the inserted cassette can be ejected simply by pressing the Eject Button, and the VTR will automatically turn itself off again.

Rewind Auto Shut Off

When pressing the VTR On/Off Button during rewinding, the tape will be rewound to the beginning of the tape and the VTR will turn itself off.

AUTO OPERATION (CONT'D)

Convenient Automatic Playback Functions

The following convenient automatic playback operations can be activated simply by pressing a single button on the Remote Controller.

Repeat Playback

When the Repeat Button is pressed, the "R" Mark in the Multi-Function Display on the VTR will light up and playback will start. When the tape reaches the end of its recorded portion, it will automatically be rewound to the beginning and playback will then start again. This process will be performed repeatedly.

●The playback will continue until the VTR detects the end of the video recording (no control signal for more than 5 seconds). At this point, the tape will be rewound to the beginning and the playback will be repeated.

To stop the Repeat Playback, press the Stop Button.

Repeat Playback using the Memory/Repeat/Search Button

① Press the Memory/Repeat/Search Button so that the Repeat Indicator "R" lights up.

(2) Press the Play Button (▶).

•The Repeat Playback will start.

Note:

- If a short tape portion is played back many times, the tape may become damaged at that part.

② Memory Playback

When the Memory Button is pressed while the VTR is in the Stop mode, and the tape is then fast-forwarded or rewound, it will be stopped at the tape counter position "0"00"00" and playback will then start from that position.

3 Sleep Playback

When the Sleep Button is pressed, playback will start. As soon as the tape reaches its end, it will automatically be rewound to the beginning, and the VTR will then turn itself off.

4 Rewind Playback

When the Rewind Button is pressed, the tape will be rewound. As soon as the beginning of the tape is reached, playback will start automatically.

PLAYBACK

Preparation

● Make sure that the Timer Record Function is set to "Off". - Insert a recorded video cassette.

When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press the VTR On/Off switch to turn it on.

● Turn the TV set on and select the video playback channel. - Set the Noise Filter/Edit Selector to "Off".

1 Normal Playback

Press the Play Button (▶).

• Control the picture as you like with the Picture Sharpness Control (sharp or soft contours).
• Adjust the colour tones with the Colour Level Control.

The format that was used for recording of the tape (VHS or S-VHS) is automatically detected and selected for playback.

② To Finish Playback

Press the Stop Button (■) to stop the playback.

③ Super Still Playback

When the VTR is in the playback mode, press the Pause/Still Button (■) to view a still-picture. To continue the normal playback, press this button again.

4 Cue Playback

When the Fast Forward ▶▶/Cue 📋 Button is kept pressed while the VTR is in the playback mode, the tape will be played back at high speed in the forward direction.

5 Review Playback

When the Rewind ◀️/Review ☐ Button is kept pressed while the VTR is in the playback mode, the tape will be played back at high speed in the reverse direction.

To make Cue or Review playback possible without having to keep the respective button pressed, first press the Memory/Repeat/Search Button so that the Search Indicator "S" appears in the Multi-Function Display, and then press the Fast Forward ▶▶/Cue 📋 Button or the Rewind ◀◀/Review 📋 Button.

To switch the VTR back to normal playback, press the Play Button (▶).

- When Cue or Review playback continues for more than 10 minutes, the VTR will automatically switch back to the normal playback mode.

PLAYBACK (CONT'D)

• If you leave the VTR in the still and slow playback mode for more than 5 minutes, the VTR will automatically switch over to the Stop mode to protect the tape and the video heads.
• Noise which takes the form of horizontal bars appears on the TV in the Cue and Review playback modes. This is not an indication of a malfunction.
• The top of the picture may become distorted in the Cue, Review or Super Still (LP) mode. This is not an indication of a malfunction.
• When the picture rolls vertically in the Cue or Review mode, adjust the vertical hold control on the TV set.
• Immediately after starting Cue or Review playback, the picture may be distorted. Also, when these modes are cancelled, some momentary picture distortion may occur. However, this is not due to any malfunction.
• In "LP" mode only:
• During any playback mode other than normal playback, the picture may have some noise bars, the colour may be unstable, or a black and white picture may appear.
• When playing back a tape which was recorded on another VTR, it may be necessary to adjust the Tracking Control. In some cases the picture quality may still be inferior. This is due to limitation of format.

Search with Sound

To be able to hear the sound in the search modes, set the Search with Sound/Test Signal Switch on the rear panel to "ON". If it is set to "OFF", no sound will be reproduced.

- When the Search with Sound/Test Signal Switch is in the "ON" position, sound is also produced in all the special playback functions except still playback.

Using the Shuttle Ring

With the handy Shuttle Ring, the playback speed can be adjusted step by step in both forward and reverse directions.

When the VTR is in the stop or playback mode, press the Jog/Shuttle Button (the playback will start at the speed that corresponds with the setting of the Shuttle Ring).

② Turn the Shuttle Ring to select the desired playback speed and direction.

Shuttle Ring Setting and Corresponding Playback Speed and Direction

Reverse Direction

Forward Direction

Playback Mode	Indication
1 Review Playback
2 Double Speed Reverse Playback
3 Reverse Playback
4 Reverse Slow Motion Playback
5 Still Playback
6 Slow Motion Playback
7 Normal Playback
8 Double Speed Playback
9 Cue Playback

Note:

By turning the shuttle ring, a desired playback mode can be selected while observing the playback mode indicator on the multi-function display.

The figures shown on the diagram on the left indicate multiples and fractions of the normal playback speed.

The cue and review playback speed will be different for recordings made in the SP and LP modes. The figures in parentheses ( ) indicate the speed for recordings made in the LP mode.

• If cue or review playback continues for more than 10 minutes, the VTR will automatically switch over to the normal playback mode. If still and slow playback continues for more than 5 minutes, the VTR will automatically switch over to the stop mode.
• To return to normal playback, press the Play button (▶) or the Jog/Shuttle button.

The following may happen except during slow and normal playback in the forward direction.

● Horizontal noise bars may appear in the picture, as shown above, or the top of the picture may become distorted.

- When the picture rolls vertically, adjust the vertical hold control on the TV set.

Still and Slow Playback

• Depending on the TV set used, it may not be possible to obtain a proper picture during still and slow playback.
• If the TV set is equipped with an automatic vertical hold control, the picture may shake vertically. In this case, set the TV set's vertical hold (AUTO:MANUAL) selector to the "MANUAL" position, and adjust its vertical hold control.
• When changing over from review search to still playback, the picture will reverse by a few frames approximately 2 seconds later.

PLAYBACK (CONT'D)

Using the Jog Dial

The convenient jog dial makes it easy to locate any desired frame with utmost precision.

1 Press the Jog/Shuttle Button while the VTR is in the stop mode or in the playback mode. ② Return the Shuttle Ring to the centre "click" position (Still playback mode). 3 Turn the Jog Dial clockwise or counterclockwise. ●The field advance speed changes according to the speed with which the dial is turned. - To return to normal playback, press the Play Button (▶) or the Jog/Shuttle Button.

Turning the Jog Dial

• Every turn of approx. 30° will advance or reverse the tape by one field. ●A turning speed of the Jog Dial of more than 3 rotations per second corresponds to the normal playback speed.

Slow Tracking Control

• When noise bars appear during Super Still or Super Fine Slow playback, switch over to Slow playback and adjust with the Tracking (+) or (−) Button to reduce the noise bars.
• It may not be possible to eliminate the noise bars completely (Recordings made on another VTR).

Operating the Shuttle Function with the Shuttle Ring on the Remote Controller

The operation is the same as steps ① and ② described on page 22.

With the Shuttle Ring, the following playback functions can be selected (the selectable playback speeds are different, depending on the remote control mode).

• Normal playback in forward and reverse direction •Still playback
• Slow motion playback in forward and reverse direction VTR 1 mode: 1/2 of normal speed VTR 2 mode: 1/2, 1/4 and 1/2 of normal speed •Cue & Review playback

VTR 1 mode: 5 times and 7(11) times normal speed VTR 2 mode: 5 times, 7(11) times and 9(19) times normal speed

(The figures in parentheses indicate the speed for recordings in the LP mode.)

Operating the Jog Function with the Jog Dial on the Remote Controller

The operation is the same as the operation steps ① to ② on this page.

• To return to normal playback, press the Play Button.
• To be able to use the Jog or Shuttle function when the Jog/Shuttle Indicator is not lit, simply press the Jog Shuttle Button again. ●After finishing with the Jog or Shuttle function, press the Jog/Shuttle Button to turn off the Jog/Shuttle Indicator.
• Although the Jog/Shuttle Indicator on the VTR may light up during operation with the Remote Controller, all operations should be made via the Remote Controller.

Rewind and Fast Forward

Press the Rewind ◀️:Review 📋 Button to rewind the tape.

Press the Fast Forward ▶;Cue 📄 Button to wind the tape forward rapidly.

Lap Time Counter

It shows the elapsed recording or playback time.

COUNT

The “-” indication will appear when the tape is rewound further than the tape counter position “0°00°00”.

• If the figures on the Tape Counter do not change during Fast Forward, Rewind or any of the Playback functions, this means that nothing is recorded on that tape section. ●The Tape Counter is automatically reset to "0"00"005" when the video cassette is inserted.

Noise Filter/Edit Selector

EDIT ON: For editing operations such as dubbing. OFF: For ordinary use of the VTR. NOISE FILTER ON: For playback of tapes with inferior picture quality caused, for example, by repeated dubbing.

• When the Noise Filter:Edit Selector is set to "EDIT ON", the picture sharpness cannot be adjusted with the Picture Sharpness Control.
• When playing back S-VHS recordings, the "NOISE FILTER ON" position will have no effect.

TBC Switch

When the tape in the cassette is loose or damaged, or when the tape movement is unstable during recording or playback, the playback picture may shake from side to side and the picture may become distorted. In this case, activate the Time Base Corrector by setting the TBC Switch to "ON", and the picture will become stable and the shaking will be minimized.

• In normal use, set the TBC Switch to "ON".
• During playback of some pre-recorded tapes, the picture may shake vertically. In such a case, set the TBC Switch to "OFF".

PLAYBACK (CONT'D)

Indication of the Remaining Tape Time

When the Tape Remain Button on the VTR is pressed, the approximate remaining tape time will be displayed in hours and minutes.

Tape Select Switch

To obtain a correct Remaining Tape Time indication when using an NV-E240 or NV-EC45 video cassette tape, this switch must be set to the "E240/EC45" position.

When using NV-E30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 195 or NV-EC30 video cassette tapes, set this switch to the "~E180/EC30" position.

If cassettes with other tape lengths than the above are used, the Remaining Tape Time indication will not be precise.

Digital Tracking

When playback is started after inserting a cassette, and the VTR is turned on, the Digital Tracking function will be activated automatically, the Digital Tracking Indicator will flash for several seconds, and the tracking will be adjusted automatically (after the adjustment, the Digital Tracking Indicator will remain lit).

• When the Digital Tracking Indicator is lit and the tape speed (SP/LP) is changed, the Digital Tracking function will be activated. However, when operating any function other than playback, insert editing and audio dubbing, this function will not work. ●During playback, the Digital Tracking function will be activated whenever the playback changes over from an unrecorded part to a recorded part, provided the recorded part is longer than 4 seconds.

- When the picture is distorted by noise bars, press the Tracking (+) or (−) Button to select manual tracking and adjust with these two buttons. The Digital Tracking Indicator goes out.

To change back to Digital Tracking, press the Tracking (+) and (–) Buttons simultaneously.

• The Digital Tracking function works only in the normal playback mode.

• The Remaining Tape Time Indication will remain displayed even after the tape is ejected. However, when next inserting a cassette, this indication will be cancelled. ● This function lets you know the remaining tape time even during Rewind and Fast Forward operations.
• If this button is pressed while the VTR is in the stop mode, playback will start automatically and continue until the remaining tape time has been calculated and is displayed, and the VTR will then switch over to the stop mode again.
• To return to the Tape Counter indication, press the Tape Remain Button again.
• When the Remaining Tape Time Indication is shown, the "M", "R", "S" and "RS" indications will disappear and respective functions will not work.

Memory/Repeat/Search Button

Repeatedly pressing this button will change the indication in the following order: "M" (Memory) → "R" (Repeat) → "S" (Search) → "RS" (INDEX Repeat) → all indications are off → "M"...

Clock/Counter Selector

By pressing this button when the VTR On/Off Switch is set to "On", it is possible to change over the display mode of the Clock/Counter Display in the Multi-Function Display from "Clock" to "Counter" Display and vice versa.

• Even if the selector button is set for "Counter", the display will automatically change over to "Clock" Display in all the following cases: When you set the VTR On/Off Switch to "Off", adjust the clock to present time, programme a timer recording, check a timer recording programme or programme and perform an OTR.
• When the Clock/Counter Display shows the time, the counter cannot be reset and the Memory and Search Function cannot be activated ("M", "R" and "S" indication does not light up).

Memory Function

The Memory function makes it simple and fast to find a certain position on the tape later again, simply by pressing the Reset Button at that position to set the tape counter to "0"00"00" and by pressing the Memory/Repeat/Search Button. During Rewind or Fast Forward, the tape will then stop at approximately the desired position.

● Even if the Clock/Counter Display is switched over to "Clock" Display after pressing the Memory/Repeat/Search Button, the Memory function will stop the tape at the desired position.

Search Lock Indication

Press the Memory: Repeat: Search Button repeatedly until "S" (Search) lights up. With the VTR in the playback mode, it is now possible to perform fast picture search for about 10 minutes in forward or reverse direction. The corresponding button (Cue or Review) does not need to be kept pressed in this function.

Monitoring Function

When the Monitor Button is kept pressed during Playback or Still playback, the broadcast picture of the selected programme position (channel) or input signal through Audio/Video input socket will be displayed. When this button is released, the picture will change back to the playback picture of the tape.

- When the VTR is connected to the TV set via 21-pin AV Cable, this function does not work.

Vertical Lock Adjustment

If vertical jitter occurs during Still Playback, adjust the Vertical Lock Control.

A one-time adjustment should be all that is necessary.

RECORDING FROM A TV BROADCAST SIGNAL

Hi-Fi Rec Level Controls

Preparation

●Make sure that the Timer Record Function is set to "Off". - Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact.

When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on.

- Set the Tape Speed Selector to "SP" or "LP".

1 Select on the VTR, the programme position (channel) to be recorded. In order to confirm proper reception, turn on the TV set and select the video playback channel. ② Set the S-VHS Selector to "ON".

ON: S-VHS cassette tapes are automatically recorded in the S-VHS format, and VHS cassette tapes are automatically recorded in the VHS format.

OFF: To make a recording in the VHS format on an S-VHS cassette tape.

3 Press the Record Button (●).

• When a video cassette with a broken tab is inserted, the "111" indication will flash, and an alarm sound will be produced to indicate that recording is not possible. ●During recording, the programme position (channel) on the VTR cannot be changed.
• To start a recording with the Remote Controller, press the two Record Buttons on the Remote Controller simultaneously.

To Finish the Recording

4 Press the Stop Button (■).

If You Wish to Avoid Recording Unwanted Material

5 Press the Pause/Still Button (III) to stop the tape temporarily.

• Press the Pause/Still Button (■) again to continue the recording.
• If you leave the VTR in the pause mode for more than 5 minutes, the VTR will automatically switch over to the stop mode to protect the tape and the video heads.

Recording One TV Programme While Watching Another

1. Record (following steps ① to ③).
2. Select the desired programme position (channel) on your TV set.

Adjustment of the Hi-Fi Audio Recording Level!

Setting the HiFi Rec Level Controls to the centre "5" position (click stop) assures satisfactory audio recording results in most cases. When using the VTR as a hi-fi audio recorder or when producing your own video tapes, it may be desirable to adjust the Audio Rec Level Controls to some other position.

desirable to adjust the HiFi Rec Level Controls to some other position.

Note:

Normal audio recording level is not affected by this adjustment.

Tape Speed Button (SP/LP)

For recording, either of two tape speeds can be selected. During playback, the VTR will automatically select the correct speed.

• SP Mode: For better picture quality. ●LP Mode: For longer recording time.

It is not recommended to change from the SP to the LP mode or vice versa in the middle of recording. Even if the switching is done while the VTR is in the pause mode, picture distortion will occur at the switching point during playback.

Note:

The picture quality of the LP mode is inferior to that of the SP mode, this is due to limitation of the format.

Fade-In and Fade-Out

During recording, fading in and fading out of both picture and sound can be performed at the push of a button. This function does not work during playback.

By setting the Fade Selector Switch to "WHITE" or "BLACK", fading to/from white or fading to/from black can be selected.

Fade-In

Press the Fade Button in the Recording Pause mode.

●The recording starts. ●The picture will be faded in from white (or black) as soon as the recording starts, and the picture appears gradually. The sound volume will gradually increase up to the normal sound level.

Fade-Out

Press the Fade Button during recording at the point where you want to fade out.

• The picture will slowly disappear into black (or white). The sound volume will gradually decrease.
• When the fading-out is finished, the VTR will automatically switch over to the recording pause mode, and the fade-out function will be terminated.
• When pressing the Pause: Still Button in the recording pause mode, normal recording will start. To stop the recording, press the Stop Button.

Fading to/from White

Fading to/from Black

NICAM SYSTEM

The NICAM system is a ground-based TV service for digital stereo sound. To receive NICAM broadcasts, this VTR incorporates a NICAM decoder.

When a stereo, dual-soundtrack or monaural NICAM programme is being received, the indicators light up to inform you of the type of broadcasts. The NICAM programmes are always accompanied by standard broadcasts and you can select the desired soundtrack for recording with a single switch. NICAM soundtracks can only be recorded on the hi-fi audio track.

Important Note for NICAM System

When your VTR is first switched on, it will automatically receive stereo broadcasts if they are being transmitted.

When the broadcasting authorities are carrying out test transmissions, it is therefore possible that the sound received will be different from the programme being viewed. In order to receive co-ordinated sound and vision select the mono sound using the Remote Controller "AUDIO OUT" selector or the "NICAM/MONO" switch on the VTR.

This will only apply until the stereo broadcast transmissions are fully operational.

Recording of a NICAM stereo programme

The STEREO indicator lights up while a NICAM stereo programme is being received. To record such a programme, set the Nicam/Mono Switch to "NICAM".

*NICAM stereo sound will be recorded on the hi-fi track, and the regular (standard) sound will be recorded on the normal audio track.

Recording of a NICAM dual-sound track programme

Both the M1 and M2 indicators light up while a NICAM dual-soundtrack programme is being received. To record such a programme, set the Nicam/Mono Switch to "NICAM".

The M1 and M2 sounds will be recorded on the hi-fi track: M1 on the left channel and M2 on the right channel.

Recording of a NICAM monaural programme

Only the M1 indicator lights up while a NICAM monaural programme is being received. To record such a programme, set the Nicam/Mono Switch to "NICAM". The same monaural sound will be recorded on both channels of the hi-fi track.

Recording options according to the type of broadcast and the setting of the Nicam/Mono Switch

Type of broadcast\Nicam/Mono switch position\Audio track		Normal audio track (mono)	Hi-fi audio track
			L	R
Regular broadcast (standard audio)	Either position	Standard audio	Standard audio	Standard audio
Regular+NICAM stereo (L, R)	NICAM	Standard audio	Stereo L	Stereo R
	MONO	Standard audio	Standard audio	Standard audio
Regular + NICAM dual mono (M1, M2)	NICAM	Standard audio	M1	M2
	MONO	Standard audio	Standard audio	Standard audio
Regular + NICAM mono	NICAM	Standard audio	M1	M1
	MONO	Standard audio	Standard audio	Standard audio

Note: NICAM audio programmes cannot be recorded on the normal audio track.

Nicam/Mono Switch

- When a NICAM programme is being received, this switch can be used to select the desired type of sound to be recorded on the hi-fi audio track. To record a NICAM programme, this switch must be set to "NICAM".

Note:

If NICAM broadcast signals are weak, the sound quality deteriorates remarkably. When the signals are extremely weak, the Audio Recording Mode Indicators (M1, M2, STEREO) go off, and the FM sound is recorded on the hi-fi track irrespective of the setting of this switch.

• If the Nicam/Mono Switch is intentionally set to "MONO" even though a NICAM programme is being received, the indicator(s) remain lit.
• To record the regular sound (ordinary normal sound) on the FM audio tracks when a NICAM programme is received, set the Nicam/Mono Switch to "MONO".
• When a NICAM programme is received and the sound is distorted due to inferior reception conditions, set the Nicam/Mono Switch to "MONO".

HI-FI AUDIO SYSTEM

Playback (or Monitoring during Recording)

Press the Audio Output Mode Selector to select the desired sound mode.

At the every push of this button, the audio output mode changes as follows:

Stereo→ Left→ Right→ Normal audio track

and the Left and Right Indicators show which sound mode is selected in the following way.

Stereo: Both the Left and Right Indicators are lit.

Left: The Left Indicator is lit.

Right: The Right Indicator is lit.

Normal: Both the Left and Right Indicators are not lit.

• If a video cassette recorded on this VTR with stereo or bilingual sound is played back on a conventional VHS video recorder, the sound will be reproduced from the normal audio track (in mono).
• Audio reproduction of linear (conventionally recorded) stereo tapes will be monaural when played back on the FM Hi-Fi video recorders.

• Connect the VTR to the hi-fi audio system. (Example of a connection diagram is shown). ●Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact.

When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on.

Switch on the hi-fi audio system and select an audio source. - For "Adjustment of Audio Recording Level", see page 28

Headphones Level Control

When using headphones, the volume level can be adjusted with the Headphones Level Control.

Hi-Fi Audio Recording

Note: Selection of an audio track is not necessary for recording.

To make the AV Indicator appear in the Multi-Function Display, select the "AV" programme position with the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the recording VTR. (In case of the Remote Controller, press the "0" Button.) ② Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected. (See page 15.) 3 To start the recording, press the Record Button (●) 4 To achieve smooth transitions between adjoining recordings, see notes on page 46.

Hi-Fi Audio Playback

• Press (for playback of both mono and stereo recordings) the "Audio Output Mode Selector Button" on the Remote Controller repeatedly so that the "Left" and "Right" Audio output mode Indicator light up. • To start the playback, press the Play Button (▶)

- If the sound is impaired by high frequency distortion when recording from an FM tuner, set the MPX Filter switch to "On". If there is no distortion when recording from an FM tuner, and for all other recordings, set this switch to "Off".

This convenient function makes it possible to easily programme the VTR for recording of TV programmes with immediate start or with start within 24 hours by precisely setting the starting time and ending time to the desired minute, and the VTR will automatically turn itself off when the recording ends.

Preparation

●Make sure that the clock shows the present time correctly. - Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact. When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on. - Set the Tape Speed Selector to "SP" or "LP". - Adjust the audio recording level as described on page 28.

It is possible to programme an OTR recording for a TV programme which will start immediately or within the next 24 hours.

(For example, OTR recording of a TV programme broadcast from 10:30 to 11:00.)

① Select the programme position (channel) to be recorded. ② Press the OTR On (+) or (−) Button to set the OTR starting time to 10:30.

●The "OTR" indicator will be displayed.

- When a video cassette with a broken tab is inserted, the "m" indication will flash, and an alarm sound will be produced to indicate that recording is not possible.

3 Press the OTR Off (+) or (−) Button to set the OTR ending time to 11:00.

• When quickly and repeatedly pressing the OTR On (+) or (−) Button or the OTR Off (+) or (−) Button, the corresponding time indication changes in 1-minute steps. When it is kept pressed, the indication changes in 10-minute steps.
• After setting the OTR starting time in step 2, the OTR Off (+) or (−) Button must be pressed within 8 seconds to select the OTR ending time, otherwise the selected starting time will be cancelled.

After 4 seconds, the display will automatically change back to the starting time indication.

To confirm the OTR ending time, press the Check/Programme Button once. When this button is pressed twice, the display will change to the clock indication mode.

- The VTR will automatically switch off, when the OTR is completed. To turn the VTR on again, press the VTR On'Off Switch.

OTR Function with Immediate Start

① Select the programme position (channel) to be recorded. ② Press the OTR Off (+) or (−) Button to set the OTR ending time to 11:00.

●The "OTR" indicator will be displayed.

• When a video cassette with a broken tab is inserted, the """ indication will flash, and an alarm sound will be produced to indicate that recording is not possible.
• The VTR will automatically switch off, when the OTR is completed. To turn the VTR on again, press the VTR On/Off Switch.

When the Check/Programme Button is pressed once, the present time will be displayed.

When the Clock/Counter Selector Button is pressed during OTR recording, the display will change over to the counter mode.

• When the tape reaches its end during an OTR, the VTR will turn itself off.
• Make sure that the OTR Function (One-Touch Timer Recording) does not overlap a programmed timer recording. An OTR always takes precedence over a timer recording.
• It is possible to change the OTR starting time or the ending time before the recording starts.
• It is possible to perform any VTR operation (except timer recording) until the recording starts.
• It is possible to change the OTR ending time even during the recording.
• To interrupt an OTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR off.

TIMER RECORDING

The programming of timer recordings is possible both on the VTR itself and via the Digital Scanner.

Programming of as many as 8 timer recordings is possible up to one month in advance.

Preparation

● Make sure that the clock shows the present time correctly. ● Make sure that the Timer Record Function is set to "Off". - Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact. When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on. - Adjust the audio recording level as described on page 28.

For Example:

Programming a timer recording for a TV programme that will be broadcast on Wednesday, October 27, from 10:30 to 11:45, on programme position (channel) 12, on timer programme number 2. (Present date - October 10, 1999)

1 Press the Check/Programme Button to select the next unoccupied timer programme number.

- Press the Tape Speed Selector Button until the Indicator of the desired tape speed ("SP" or "LP") is lit in the Multi-Function Display.

2 Press the (-) or (-) Button to select the programme position (channel) on which the TV programme will be broadcast.

3 Press the Next Button. 4 Press the (−) or (−) Button to set the date.

5 Press the Next Button. 6 Press the (+) or (−) Button to select the hour of the starting time of the TV programme.

7 Press the Next Button. 8 Press the (→) or (·) Button to select the minute of the starting time of the TV programme.

9 Press the Next Button.

TIMER RECORDING (CONT'D)

10 Press the (−) or (−) Button to select the hour of the end time of the TV programme.

⑪ Press the Next Button. 12 Press the (−) or (−) Button to select the minute of the end time of the TV programme.

13 Press the Timer Record Button.

- Indication and Timer Recording Indication on the front panel are lit.

● The tape speed (SP/LP) can be selected in any of the steps ② to ⑬.

For Everyweek Recording

For Example:

Programming a timer recording for a TV programme that is broadcast every week on Sunday, from 10:30 to 11:45 on timer programme number 7.

Programming for everyday recording can be made on any of the timer programme numbers 1–8.

Execute the operation steps ① to ③.

4 Press the (−) Button repeatedly until the "SU" Indicator (= Sunday) is lit.

Perform the operation steps 5 to 10.

For Everyday Recording

For Everyday Recording, you have the choice between 3 different modes: Monday through Friday, Monday through Saturday, and Sunday through Saturday.

For example:

Programme time for timer recording every day from 10:30 to 11:45 on timer programme number 8.

Programming for everyday recording can be made on any of the timer programme numbers 1-8.

Execute the operation steps ① to ③.

4 Press the ( ) Button until the desired type of Everyday Recording (①, ②, ③) is displayed.

Perform the operation steps 5 to 10.

To Confirm the Programme of a Timer Recording

Make sure that the VTR is turned on.

Make sure that the Timer Record Function is set to "On".

Select the programme number to be checked, by repeatedly pressing the Check/Programme Button.

The preset channel and start and ending times of the timer recording will be indicated for about 12 seconds.

To Cancel a Timer Recording

Make sure that:

the VTR is turned on.

the Timer Record Function is set to "Off".

① Press the Check/Programme Button repeatedly, until the number of the timer programme that you want to cancel is displayed.

2 Press the (+) and (−) Buttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds.

- After the programmed timer recording has been made, set the Timer Record Function to "Off", otherwise the VTR cannot be operated normally.

● During recording, the programme position (channel) on the VTR cannot be changed.

When you want to watch TV after setting a timer recording, select the desired channel on the TV set.

- To cancel a timer recording during recording, set the Timer Record Function to "Off".

- It is impossible to confirm programmes of timer recordings while an OTR is being performed.

- To turn the VTR on and use it for playback or recording before the timer recording is performed, set the Timer Record Function to "Off".

- When the Timer Recording Function is set to "ON" with no video cassette or a video cassette with broken tab inserted, the "OT" and "L" indications will flash. The "L" indication will also flash, when programming is not completely finished. While it is flashing, an alarm sound will be produced to indicate that recording is not possible.

TIMER RECORDING (CONT'D)

Tracing the Bar Codes

Example: When programming a timer recording for a programme that will be broadcast on channel position 4 on the 3rd of the month, from 7:02 to 7:25, trace the bar codes in the order of the numbered arrows shown.

- Set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to "ON".

Trace the bar code for "PROGRAMME".

4 - - ON -: - - -: - -

② Trace the bar code for "DATE".

4 3 ON OFF

3 Trace the bar code for "START TIME".

4 3 ON OFF 7:00 - - -

4 Trace the bar code for "MIN".

4 3 ON OFF 7:02 - ...

⑤ Trace the bar code for "END TIME".

4 3 ON OFF 7:02 7:00

6 Trace the bar code for "MIN".

4 3.0 ON 7:02 OFF 7:25

7 Trace the "RECORDING SP" or "RECORDING LP" bar code according to the desired tape speed.

4 3.0 ON OFF SP 7:02 7:25

●The "Bee Bee Bee Bee Beeeep" sound signals that the scanner is now ready for data transmission. - When no sound is heard, read the bar codes once again. - If more than one bar code is read in the same group, only the last code will be effective. - If the "CANCEL" bar code is read, all bar codes that have been read so far will be cancelled - If you do not trace the "RECORDING SP" or "RECORDING LP" bar code, the tape speed shown in the Multi-Function Display will be programmed.

Transmit the Programming Data

Keep pressing the Transmit Button and confirm that the programmed data on the Multi-Function Display of the VTR are as desired.

After releasing the button, the data will continue to be displayed for about 12 seconds.

• If the transmission was not received correctly, the "Beep-Beep, Beep-Beep" sound from the VTR will warn you. In this case, perform transmission again. ●The transmission is possible when the VTR is turned on but is not in any of the recording or playback operation modes. It is also possible when the VTR is in the timer recording standby mode. ●The programming will be done on the next lower unoccupied timer programme number (8-1).
• If all programme numbers are occupied, the "Beep-Beep. Beep-Beep" sound from the VTR will warn you that the programming cannot be made.
• When the Transmit Button is pressed, the VTR will automatically be put into the timer recording standby condition and the VTR will be turned off. ●To operate the VTR before the timer recording will be performed, press the Timer Rec. Button to suspend the timer recording standby condition. After using the VTR, be sure to press the Timer Rec. Button again, otherwise the timer recording will not be made.

TIMER ON/OFF

After programming a timer recording, the VTR is in the timer recording standby mode and cannot be used for any other operation, such as playback. If some other operation is desired, first trace the "TIMER ON/OFF" bar code and transmit it to the VTR with the Transmit Button.

To later reset the VTR to the timer recording standby mode, trace the "TIMER ON/OFF" bar code again and transmit it with the Transmit Button.

For Programming More Than One Timer Recording in Succession

Repeat the following operation steps ①-③.

1 Trace the "CANCEL" bar code on the Programming Sheet.

2 Trace the bar codes for "PROGRAMME", "DATE", "START TIME" and "END TIME".

3 Confirm that the present time is displayed on the Multi-Function Display of the VTR, and transmit the data.

- If the next timer programming data are transmitted while the previous timer programming data are still being displayed, the displayed timer recording data will be cancelled.

AV

When the "AV" bar code is traced in the programming and transmitted to the VTR, the programme position "0" is selected and the "AV" indication lights up in the Multi-Function Display.

The signals to be input can now be selected with the Input Signal Selector Switches on the VTR.

Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected as described in steps 2 and 3 on page 15.

TIMER RECORDING (CONT'D)

For Everyday Recording

When programming an everyday recording using the bar codes, you have the choice between 3 different modes: Sunday through Saturday, Monday through Friday, and Monday through Saturday.

1 Turn on the Digital Scanner and trace the "PROGRAMME" bar code. 2 Trace the desired "EVERYDAY" bar code (1, 2, 3).

3 Trace the "START TIME" and then the "END TIME" bar codes, and transmit the data to the VTR.

- Everyday recording will be performed from that day on. - If a "DATE" bar code is traced after tracing the "EVERYDAY" bar code, everyday recording will not be performed.

For Everyweek Recording

① Turn on the Digital Scanner and trace the "PROGRAMME" bar code. ② Trace the bar code for the desired day of the week among the "EVERYWEEK" bar codes.

③ Trace the "START TIME" and then the "END TIME" bar codes, and transmit the data to the VTR.

- Everyweek recording will be performed from that week on. - If a "DATE" bar code is traced after tracing the "EVERY-WEEK" bar code, everyweek recording will not be performed.

To Confirm the Programme of a Timer Recording

To perform this operation, the VTR must be turned on or it must be in the timer recording standby mode.

① Trace the "CHECK" bar code

② Perform transmission.

●After releasing the Transmit Button, the programmed data will be displayed for about 12 seconds on the Multi Function Display. - At every push of the Transmit Button, the timer programme number advances to the next higher number.

To Cancel a Programmed Timer Recording

To perform this operation, the VTR must be turned on but not be in any of the recording or playback operation modes, or it must be in the timer recording standby mode. To cancel a programmed timer recording, its data must be displayed on the Multi-Function Display. If they are no longer displayed, first, trace the "CHECK" bar code and perform transmission (several times, if necessary, until the programme you want to cancel is displayed). Then, within 12 seconds:

① Trace the "CANCEL" bar code. ② Perform transmission.

●To programme a new timer recording, perform the programming from the beginning.

VHS INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM

How to Count the Addresses

With the VHS Index Search function, up to 99 addresses (places where index signals are recorded) can be skipped to directly locate the beginning of the desired programme in both forward and reverse direction in the Fast Forward or Rewind mode.

1 Press the Play Button (▶) or Stop Button (■). ② Press the Index Button.

INDEX

s □ 1

③ Input the number of programmes that you want to skip by pressing the number buttons.

INDX

s 03

- If you made a mistake, press the Index Button twice and input the correct number.

4 Press the Rewind ◀◀/Review 📋 or Fast Forward ▶▶/Cue 🏠 Button to start the VHS Index Search function (the VTR will switch to the rewind or fast-forward mode).

• Every time an index signal (address) is skipped, the number in the Address Indication decreases by one.
• When the preset address is reached, the Tape Counter Indication will appear in place of the Address Indication, and the normal playback will start. ● To abort the Index Search function midway. press the Play or the Stop Button.

Recording of Index Signals

While recording an index signal, the indication "WRITE" on the Multi-function Display lights up for a few seconds.

INDEX

WRITE

Index signals will be recorded automatically in the following cases.

• At the tape position where the Record button is pressed to start recording.
• At the tape position where an OTR recording is started.
• At the tape position where a timer recording is started.
• When activating the VHS Index Search function from Still playback mode, playback will start when the selected program is reached.
• If the VHS Index Search function is started extremely close to the beginning of the next program (where an address signal is recorded) or from the beginning of the tape, the first address may not be counted.
• If there are unrecorded parts on the tape, or if recordings have been made repeatedly on the same tape portion, the VHS Index Search function may not work correctly.

INTRO SCAN FUNCTION

How the Intro Scan Function Works...

The Intro Scan function plays back the first 10 seconds of each program (recorded with an index signal) on a tape one after another. This is convenient for quickly checking what programs are on a tape, or to find the desired installment of a TV series you have recorded on a tape.

Intro Scan Operation

① Insert a video cassette. (Put the VTR in stop mode.) ② Press the Memory/Repeat/Search button repeatedly until the "S" mark appears. ③ Press the Fast Forward ▶▶/Cue button. (The Intro Scan starts.)

④ When the desired scene is reached, press the Play button (▶).

• The Intro Scan function may not be activated for the first programme recorded close to the beginning of the tape.
• The Intro Scan function may not be activated if the interval between programme starts is less than 5 minutes in LP mode, or less than 2 minutes in SP mode.

Index Repeat Playback

1. When the VTR is in playback mode, press the Memory/Repeat/Search Button so that the "RS" indicator lights up.

- When the next index signal is found, the tape will be rewound. When the index signal where playback is to start is found, playback will restart. In this way, automatically repeated playback can be performed for a tape portion as defined by the number of index signals that are skipped.

2. To stop Index Repeat playback, press the Stop Button or press the Memory/Repeat/Search Button so that the "RS" indicator goes out.

If Index Repeat playback is performed on a tape for long periods of time, the picture quality may become inferior.

TIME SEARCH

The Time Search function makes it possible to quickly advance the tape from any position by inputting the exact desired amount of playback time of the part that you want to skip.

10 minutes from beginning of tape 15 minutes 43 seconds from beginning of tape

Time Search from the Stop Mode

1. Put the VTR in "STOP" mode. 2. Press the Time Search Button. The indication in the Multi-Function Display changes as shown below.

3. Input the time of the desired scene.

● The time is input by pressing the number buttons in the order: hour, minute, second. ● The " - " indication will be counted as "0".

4. Press the Fast Forward ▶▶/Cue 📋 Button or the Rewind ◀◀/Review 🏠️ Button.

The playback starts after rewinding or fast forwarding to the tape position of the designated time.

Time Search from the Play Mode

The operation is the same as that for the stop mode but in operation step 4, the Cue or Review (playback) is performed to the tape position of the designated time and the playback will then start.

If the time search function is activated during playback, a time of up to 9 minutes 59 seconds can be input.

●The numbers in the Tape Counter do not change during parts of the tape on which there is no recording. - When the tape is inserted, the Tape Counter will automatically be reset to "0"00"00". - When no time is input for the time search, a 2-minute tape segment is skipped and the playback will then resume.

If the time search function is activated during playback, but no time is input, a 30-second tape segment will be skipped and the playback will then resume.

CAMERA RECORDING

Turn the Camera AC Adaptor on and make the necessary adjustments on the camera. — Refer to the operating instructions of the camera you are using.

2 Press the start/stop switch of the camera to start recording. To avoid recording unwanted material: Press the start/stop switch of the camera, and the recording will stop temporarily.

3 Press the Stop Button (■) on the VTR to stop the recording.

- For playback of a tape that was recorded via a camera, select the audio track on which the sound from the camera microphone was recorded by pressing the corresponding Audio Output Selector. - If you leave the VTR in the pause mode for more than 5 minutes, the VTR will stop automatically to protect the tape and the video heads.

Preparation

• Connect the Video Camera via the Camera AC Adaptor to the VTR as shown in the illustration above.
• To make the AV Indicator appear in the Multi-Function Display, select the "AV" programme position with the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the recording VTR. In case of the Remote Controller, press the "0" Button.
• Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected. (See page 15.)
• Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact.

When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on.

• Set the Tape Speed Selector to "SP" or "LP".
• Adjust the audio recording level as described on page 28.
• Set the Synchro/Camera Switch to "CAMERA".

DUBBING (COPYING)

Dubbing (copying) from one video cassette to another.

If the VTR to Be Connected is Equipped with S-Video Socket

Perform the connection with the supplied S-Video Cable. This connection makes possible editing with better picture quality.

Preparation

● Make the necessary connections as shown in the connection diagram. - Press the VTR On/Off Switches to turn both VTRs on. - To make the AV Indicator appear in the Multi-function Display, select the "AV" programme position with the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the recording VTR. In case of the Remote Controller, press the "0" Button. - Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected (See page 15) (Recording VTR). - Adjust the audio recording level as described on page 28. (Recording VTR). - Make sure that the Noise Filter/Edit Selector of both the recording and playback VTRs (if equipped) are in the "EDIT ON" position. Set these switches to "OFF" for ordinary use of the VTRs.

(The Noise Filter/Edit Selector is on the front panel.)

1 Place the recorded cassette in the playback VTR and a blank video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact in the recording VTR. ② Press the Record Button (●) on the recording VTR. ③ Press the Play Button (▶) on the playback VTR. 4 Press the Stop Button (■) on both VTRs to stop the dubbing.

If both VTRs are equipped with a 21-pin AV Connector

Preparation

● Make the necessary connections as shown in the connection diagram. - Press the VTR On/Off Switches to turn both VTRs on. - To make the AV Indicator appear in the Multi-Function Display, select the "AV" programme position with the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the recording VTR. In case of the Remote Controller, press the "0" Button. - Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected (See page 15) (Recording VTR). - Adjust the audio recording level as described on page 28. (Recording VTR). ● Make sure that the Noise Filter/Edit Selector of both the recording and playback VTRs (if equipped) are in the "EDIT ON" position. Set these switches to "OFF" for ordinary use of the VTRs.

(The Noise Filter/Edit Selector is on the front panel.)

The operations are the same as shown on the left.

The NV-V8000 is equipped with an Editing Control Socket. By connecting an optional Editing Controller (VW-EC300E/VW-EC310E) to this socket, such editing functions as Assemble Editing, Insert Editing and Audio Dubbing can be performed more quickly and efficiently between two VTRs. Regarding the availability of this Editing Controller, consult with your Panasonic video dealer.

Retake Function (High-Precision Assemble Editing)

The Retake Function allows setting the precise starting point for Assemble Recording.

1 Put the VTR in the recording pause mode. ② Press the Jog/Shuttle Button. ●The Jog/Shuttle Indicator lights up. ③ Turn the Jog Dial to locate the exact starting point for Assemble Recording. - Two seconds after beginning to turn the Jog Dial, the picture will begin to move. - When the picture appears on the screen, the Shuttle Ring is also activated. - About 2 seconds after stopping at the starting point, the VTR will automatically switch over to the recording pause mode. 4 Prepare the new scene to be recorded. 5 Press the Pause/Still Button to start the assemble recording.

Blank Search Function

The Blank Search function is convenient to quickly locate the end of the recorded part on the tape, for example, when you want to add another recording on the same tape.

① Press the Stop Button to put the VTR in the Stop mode. ② Press the Blank Search Button on the Remote Controller.

• The tape will be fast-forwarded to the blank (non-recorded) part, and the VTR will automatically change over to Still Playback at the end of the recorded part.
• When a non-recorded part is shorter than 5 seconds of fast-forwarding time, it cannot be detected, and the Blank Search function will continue to the end of the next recording.

DUBBING (COPYING) (CONT'D)

Connecting to a VHS/VHS-C Movie Equipped with Synchro Edit Function

It is possible to synchronize the playback start and stop of the VHS/VHS-C Movie with the recording start and stop of this VTR.

Preparation

● Make the necessary connections as shown in the connection diagram. - Set the Edit Switch (Noise Filter/Edit Selector) on both the VHS/VHS-C Movie and on this VTR to "ON" (or "EDIT ON"). - To make the AV Indicator appear in the Multi-Function Display, select the "AV" programme position with the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the recording VTR. In case of the Remote Controller, press the "0" Button. - Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected. (See page 15.) - Set the SynchroCamera Switch to "SYNCHRO".

① Put the VTR in the recording pause mode.

② Put the VHS/VHS-C Movie in the still playback mode. - Put the Movie at the point where you want to start editing into the still playback mode.

③ Press the Pause/Still Button on the VTR. • The VHS/VHS-C Movie changes over to the playback mode and the dubbing will start automatically.

To Leave Out Unwanted Scenes

① Press the Pause/Still Button on the VTR. - The VTR changes over to the recording pause mode and the VHS/VHS-C Movie changes over to the still playback mode. ② Operate the VHS/VHS-C Movie to skip the unwanted scenes and then put it in the still playback mode again. ③ Press the Pause/Still Button on the VTR. ● The dubbing will restart.

To stop the dubbing, press the Stop Button on the VTR and then put the VHS/VHS-C Movie in the stop mode.

Control Dubbing

When an NV-V8000 is used as both recording and playback VTR, the connection shown above makes possible dubbing of index signals, too.

The operation is the same as for ordinary dubbing.

INSERT EDITING

When this type of editing is done, the picture and the sound are recorded on the tape as shown below. However, if no new sound is input, the original sound remains only on the "normal" audio track of the tape because the original Hi-Fi sound will always be erased during insert editing.

By performing insert editing together with audio dubbing, the sound on the "normal" audio track can also be replaced at the same time.

Preparation

• Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact.
• When performing insert editing from another VTR, set the Noise Filter/Edit Selector to "EDIT ON".
• To make the AV Indicator appear in the Multi-Function Display, select the "0" programme position with the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the recording VTR. In case of the Remote Controller, press the "0" Button.
• Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected. (See page 15.)

1 Press the Jog/Shuttle Button.

② Set the S-VHS Selector according to the S-VHS Indicator.

When the S-VHS indicator is lit .... Set to "ON" not lit .... Set to "OFF".

③ Use the Shuttle Ring and the Jog Dial to search for the point where you want the editing to end (end point). and put the VTR into the still playback mode. 4 Press the Reset Button to reset the Tape Counter to "0"00"00". 5 Use the Shuttle Ring and the Jog Dial to search for the point where you want the editing to start (start point), and put the VTR into the still playback mode.

6 Press the Memory/Repeat/Search Button so that the Memory Indicator "M" mark will light up. 7 Press the Insert Editing Button.

If you want to replace the sound on the "normal" audio track, too, press the Audio Dubbing Button.

8 After the picture to be inserted is prepared, press the Pause/Still Button (11). (The insert editing will start.)

- The insert editing will end at the point where the Tape Counter indicates "0"00"005", and the editing VTR will stop in the still playback mode.

• It is not necessary to operate the Tape Speed Selector. ●The picture quality of an inserted part is always somewhat inferior to that of the original.
• Avoid performing insert editing repeatedly on the same part of the tape because the picture quality of that part becomes inferior.
• Do not press the Memory: Repeat: Search Button during insert editing. If it is pressed, the Memory Indication "M" will disappear, and the insert editing will not end automatically at the preset editing end point. ●The inserted picture may contain slight colour noise or the colours may be unstable.

Playback of a Tape on Which Insert Editing Was Performed

The sound inserted during insert editing is recorded on the Hi-Fi sound tracks (STEREO, LEFT, RIGHT). If the normal sound track is selected, the original sound before the insert editing will be heard. Select the desired sound with the Audio Output Mode Selector on the Remote Controller.

Hi-Fi/Normal Mix Switch

Set this switch to "On", if you want both the "Hi-Fi" sound and the "normal" sound to be played back mixed together.

●The mixed sound may not be very clear

Always set this switch to "Off", except when playing back a tape on which the insert editing or audio dubbing was performed.

AUDIO DUBBING

Note that the original sound on the "normal" (mono) sound track will be completely erased during audio dubbing.

Preparation

• To make the AV Indicator appear in the Multi-Function Display, select the "AV" programme position with the Channel Selection Up or Down Button on the recording VTR. In case of the Remote Controller, press the "0" Button.
• Set the Input Signal Selector Switches according to the socket(s) on this unit to which the source unit is connected. (See page 15.)
• Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact. When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on. ● Turn the TV set on and select the video playback channel.
• Select the "normal" (mono) sound track by repeatedly pressing the Audio Output Mode Selector on the Remote Controller until the Audio Output Mode Indicators "Left" and "Right" are no longer lit.

① Press the Play Button (▶) to locate the point where you want to start the audio dubbing. 2 Press the Pause/Still Button (11) at the exact point where you want to start the audio dubbing 3 Press the Audio Dubbing Button

4 Press the Pause/Still Button (Ⅱ) once again to release the tape from pause, and at the same time start the operation of the audio source. The audio dubbing will start. 5 Press the Stop Button (■) to stop the audio dubbing.

• When a microphone is used for audio dubbing, do not place it near the speaker of your TV to prevent howling noise (acoustic feedback).
• If the erasure prevention tab of the cassette is missing, no audio dubbing can be made.

Playback of a Tape on Which Audio Dubbing Was Performed

The sound inserted during audio dubbing is recorded on the normal sound track. If the Hi-Fi sound tracks (STEREO, LEFT, RIGHT) are selected, the original sound (before the audio dubbing) will be heard.

Hi-Fi/Normal Mix Switch

Set this switch to "On", if you want both the "Hi-Fi" sound and "normal" sound to be played back mixed together. ● The mixed sound may not be very clear.

Always set this switch to "Off", except when playing back a tape on which the insert editing or audio dubbing was performed.

PROGRAMMED EDITING

With this function, programmed automatic editing can be performed between two NV-V8000.

Preparation

• Use this unit as playback VTR and connect it with another VTR.
• Connect the Synchro Edit Cable (optional).
• Set the Synchro/Camera Switch to "CAMERA".
• Insert the source cassette into this VTR and put it in the playback mode.

① Press the Pause/Still Button for this VTR. • The VTR is in the still playback mode. ② Press the Edit Button.

Select the programme number for the editing sequence to be programmed by pressing this button repeatedly.

A programme number between 1 and 4 can be selected.

3 Press and hold the REW/FF Button or FF Button to locate the starting point for the editing sequence to be programmed, i.e. Review or Cue. ④ At the starting point, press the In Button.

5 Press the → FF to locate the ending point for the editing sequence to be programmed.

⑥ At the ending point, press the Out Button.

7 Put the recording VTR in the recording pause mode. 8 Press the Start Button.

●The programmed editing starts.

●The programme number flashes during editing.

When the Editing Is Finished:

•The VTR is in the still playback mode. - The programmed editing sequence will remain in memory until it is cancelled.

To Terminate the Programmed Editing Function:

- Press the Stop Button.

To Perform Programmed Editing of Several Sequences in a Single Operation:

Repeat operation steps ③ to ⑥ for each of the editing sequences.

Programmed editing of up to 4 sequences is possible at a time.

To Confirm the Editing Time of the Programmed Editing Sequences

Press the Clock/Counter Button to display the Counter Indication, and then press the Edit Button.

At every push of the Edit Button, the editing time for each programmed editing sequence will be displayed, and subsequently the total editing time will be displayed. After that, the normal Counter Indication will again be displayed.

To Cancel Programmed Editing Sequences:

Press the Edit Button repeatedly in the still playback mode to display the programme number to be cancelled, and then press the In Button and then the Out Button while "LAP TIME" is being indicated in the Multi-Function Display. To cancel a programmed editing sequence on the VTR itself, press the In Button and the Out Button simultaneously. It is also possible to cancel all programmed editing sequences by pressing the Reset Button, turning the VTR off or taking out the video cassette.

Note:

Do not press any operation buttons during editing, otherwise the editing operation may malfunction.

BGV EDITING

Separate Recording of Hi-Fi Sound and Pictures

This function is very convenient for example in the following cases:

- First recording background music and then recording pictures to suit the scenes.

- Recording pictures, hi-fi sound and normal sound independently.

Background Video (BGV)

The hi-fi sound is normally recorded simultaneously with the picture signals.

However, with this BGV function, first the hi-fi sound can be recorded (normal sound can be recorded simultaneously) and then the picture can be recorded.

Operation Principle of the BGV Editing Function:

Preparation

• Connect all necessary equipment.
• Insert a video cassette with intact erasure prevention tab.
• Select the recording mode (SP/LP).
• Select the picture or sound source for BGV Editing with the Input Signal selector Switches.

① Set the BGV Switch to "ON". ●The BGV Editing Indicator will light up. ② Record the sound. - For the operation, see "USING THE VTR AS A HI-FI AUDIO RECORDER" on page 32. ③ Rewind the tape to the starting point for BGV Editing. ④ Insert the pictures. - For the operation, see "INSERT EDITING" on page 49. ⑤ Set the BGV Switch to "OFF".

By performing audio dubbing on a tape where BGV Editing had been performed previously, narrations etc. can additionally be recorded on the normal sound track, without affecting the hi-fi sound.

Cautions

• When using the BGV editing function to insert new pictures on a tape on which pictures have already been inserted previously, rainbow-like noise will subsequently appear during playback of that tape portion. Therefore, do not repeatedly insert pictures on the same part of the tape with the BGV editing function.
• When using the BGV function to insert pictures, use a tape on which only sound has been recorded.
• When not performing BGV editing, the BGV Switch must always be in the "OFF" position

BGV Switch

When the BGV Switch is set to "ON" and the following operations are performed, pictures and/or sounds marked with "O" are recorded.

Operation	Picture	Hi-Fi Sound	Normal Sound
Normal Recording	×	○	○
Audio Dubbing	×	×	○
Insert Editing	○	×	×
AV Insert Editing	○	×	○

• Make sure to set the BGV Switch to "OFF" after finishing the BGV editing operation.

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

Before requesting service, check the following points once again.

SYMPTOM	CAUSE	REMEDY
Power doesn't turn on.	Mains lead is not connected.	Connect mains lead to mains outlet.
	The Timer Record Function is set to "On".	Set the Timer Record Function to "Off".
Power is on but unit doesn't operate.	Safety devices are operating.	Turn off the VTR On/Off Switch, disconnect mains cord from outlet, then reconnect mains cord to mains outlet and turn on the VTR On/Off Switch again.
TV programmes cannot be recorded.	Connection of aerial lead is not correct.	Connect aerial lead correctly.
	Reception channel is not properly tuned.	Tune reception channel.
OTR Function (One-Touch Timer Recording) cannot be performed.	Clock is flashing "0:00".	Set clock to present time.
Unattended timer recording cannot be performed.	Recording start or recording stop time setting is incorrect.	Set recording start and recording stop time correctly.
	The Timer Record Function is set to "Off".	Set the Timer Record Function to "On".
	Clock shows incorrect time.	Adjust clock to present time.
	Clock is flashing "0:00".	Set clock time and perform timer setting.
Recording via external input terminals cannot be performed.	The programme position (channel) "AV" is not selected.	Select programme position (channel) "AV".
	The Input Signal Selector is not set correctly.	Set the Input Signal Selector to the proper position. (See page 15.)
Recorded programmes with two-channel sound (stereo or bilingual) can not be played back.	Setting of the Audio Output Mode Selector Button is not correct.	Press the Audio Output Mode Selector Button to select the desired audio output mode. (See page 31.)

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE (CONT'D)

SYMPTOM	CAUSE	REMEDY
Playback picture is not in colour.Playback picture has large amounts of "snow".	Reception channel was not adjusted correctly during recording.	Readjust reception channel correctly.
	TV set is not properly tuned to the video playback channel of the VTR.	Properly tune the TV set to the video playback channel of the VTR.
	The video heads are clogged with dirt.	Consult qualified service personnel.
	The video heads are abraded.	Consult qualified service personnel.
	Tape is old and/or defective.	Use new tape.
In case of signal input via EURO AV Connector, the picture is not in colour.	The Normal/Y/C Selector is not set correctly.	Set the Normal/Y/C Connector to the correct position.
Remote Controller (Digital Scanner) does not work.	Remote Controller (Digital Scanner) is not being pointed at Infra-red Receiver Window on the VTR.	Point the Remote Controller (Digital Scanner) at Infra-red Receiver Window on the VTR
	Distance is too far.	Use the Remote Controller within 7 m from the VTR.
	An obstacle is between Remote Controller (Digital Scanner) and VTR.	Remove obstacle.
	Batteries are exhausted.	Replace batteries.
	Battery polarities (-,-) are reversed.	Insert batteries correctly.
	The remote control modes of the VTR and the Remote Control (Digital Scanner) do not match.	Select the same remote control mode.
Bar code reading with Digital Scanner is impossible.	The Scanner is in the power-saving standby condition.	Set the Digital Scanner On/Off Switch to "OFF" and then to "ON" again.
	The bar code has been traced too slowly.	Trace the bar code quickly.
	The bar code was not traced all the way from the Small Box past the last bar	Trace the bar code correctly.
	The bar code was not traced straight.	Trace the bar code straight from left to right.
Transmission from the Digital Scanner to the VTR cannot be performed.	The VTR is turned off.	Turn the VTR on.
	The VTR is in an operation mode.	Put the VTR into the stop mode.
	There is no unoccupied timer programme number left.	A maximum of B timer recordings can be programmed at the same time.
	Reading a bar code was not followed by a "beep" sound from the Digital Scanner.	Perform the bar code reading again.
	The transmission was not followed by a repeated "beep" sound from the VTR.	Keep pressing the Transmit Button until the confirmation sound is heard

SPECIFICATIONS

NV-V8000B... (U.K. model)

Information for Your Safety

Power Source:	220-240 V AC 50-60 Hz
Power Consumption:	Approx. 64 watts

Video Recording System:	2 rotary heads, helical scanning system
Video Heads:	4 heads
Tape Speed:	SP; 23.39 mm/sec.
	LP; 11.7 mm/sec.
Tape Format:	VHS/S-VHS/VHS-C/S-VHS-C tape
Record/Playback Time:	SP; 240 min. with NV-E240	SP; 180 min. with NV-SE180
	LP; 480 min. with NV-E240	LP; 360 min. with NV-SE180
FF/REW Time:	Approx. 2.5 min. with NV-E180

VIDEO

Television System: Modulation System:	CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal
	Luminance; FM azimuth recording
	Colour signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording
Input Level:	VIDEO IN (PHONO);	1.0 Vp-p,	75 ohm, unbalanced
	AV;	1.0 Vp-p.	75 ohm, unbalanced
	S-VIDEO IN; ..	Y: 1.0 Vp-p,	75 ohm, unbalanced
		C: 0.3 Vp-p,	75 ohm, unbalanced
Output Level:	VIDEO OUT (PHONO);	1.0 Vp-p,	75 ohm, unbalanced
	AV;	1.0 Vp-p.	75 ohm, unbalanced
	S-VIDEO OUT;	Y: 1.0 Vp-p,	75 ohm, unbalanced
		C: 0.3 Vp-p,	75 ohm, unbalanced
	RF Modulated;	UHF channel 36 (=4),	75 ohm, unbalanced

AUDIO

Input Level:	AUDIO IN (PHONO);	-10 dB,	more than 50 kohm, unbalanced
	AV;	-10 dB,	more than 10 kohm, unbalanced
	MICROPHONE;	-70 dB,
Output Level:	AUDIO OUT (PHONO);	-8 dB,	less than 1 kohm, unbalanced
	AV;	-6 dB,	less than 1 kohm, unbalanced
	HEADPHONES;	-30 dB,	8 ohm

Audio Track: 1 track (Normal-mono only), 2 channels (Hi-Fi sound-stereo)

Video Horizontal Resolution: Colour; more than 240 lines (VHS/SP) more than 400 lines (S-VHS/S-Video Socket)

Dynamic Range: Audio; more than 90 dB (Hi-Fi audio track)

Audio Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz (Hi-Fi audio track)

Wow and Flutter: 0.005% Wrms/Hi-Fi

Operating Temperature: 5°C-40°C

Operating Humidity: 35%-80%

Weight: 14 kg

Dimensions: 480 (W)×147.5 (H)×485.5 (D) mm

Standard Accessories: 1pc. DIN-DIN Coaxial Cable

1pc. Remote Controller

3pcs. "R6" size batteries

2pcs. Stereo type Phono Cables

1pc. Digital Scanner (with Programming Sheet)

4pcs. "R03" size batteries (for Digital Scanner)

1pc. AC Mains Lead

1pc. S-Video Cable

2pcs. Phone:BNC Plug Adaptor

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-91, Japan