Panasonic ProLine AG-2570 Operating Instructions Manual

Video cassette recorder

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Operating
Instructions
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POWE R
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Video Cassette Recorder
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product,
please read these instructions completely.
VQT9139

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions POWE R EJECT Video Cassette Recorder Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely. VQT9139...
  • Page 2: Dear Customer

    Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Video Cassette Recorder. We strongly suggest that you carefully study the Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the VCR, and that you note the listed precautions. FCC NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Infrared Remote Controller ... 06 Remote Controller Setup ... 08 Setting Up Connections ... 09 Tuning the TV to your VCR ... 12 – Plug in Auto Tuning ... 12 Storing TV Broadcasts in your VCR ... 14 Language Setting of the On Screen Display ...
  • Page 4: Controls And Connection Sockets

    Controls and Connection Sockets This section describes in detail the function of each button, switch and connection socket. POWER EJECT AC IN SECTEUR To mains supply SEARCH PICTURE MODE 9 10 STOP PLAY TIMER REC REC/OTR PAUSE/STILL 19 20 IN (AV1) OUT VIDEO AUDIO...
  • Page 5 FRONT 01 POWER Í/I (VCR Í) (‘ 12) 02 < EJECT (‘ 13) 03 SEARCH (‘ 34) 04 Cassette Compartment (‘ 22) 05 TIMER REC Á (TIMER Á) (‘ 06 I J (‘ 13, 36) 07 STOP ∫ (‘ 22, 25) 08 PLAY 1 (‘...
  • Page 6: Infrared Remote Controller

    Infrared Remote Controller The remote control unit for this VCR is a universal remote controller. As such, some of its buttons are not used to operate this VCR. VCR OPERATION VOLUME Í INPUT SELECT VCR/TV Í OSD/DISPLAY RESET PICTURE MODE...
  • Page 7 TV OPERATION Only Panasonic TVs can be operated with the provided remote control. The settings for operating the TV with the remote control have already been made. No additional settings need to be performed. However, some Panasonic TVs cannot be operated using this remote control.
  • Page 8: Remote Controller Setup

    Remote Controller Setup Installing the Batteries Insert the batteries with the polarity (+ and -) correctly aligned. Power Source for the Remote Controller: The remote controller is powered by 2 AA, UM3 or R6 size batteries. The life of the batteries is about one year, although this depends on the frequency of use.
  • Page 9: Connections

    Connections This section shows you how to connect the VCR to an antenna, TV, etc. When the VCR is turned on after connecting the antenna cable and the AC power cord, Plug in Auto Tuning starts automatically. Basic Connections The following connections are required to record and play back the video cassette through the TV.
  • Page 10 Connection to a TV using the Audio/Video Input Sockets Antenna (Not supplied) TV Set (Not supplied) Antenna Input Connector VIDEO IN AUDIO IN (Not supplied) IN (AV1) OUT AC IN SECTEUR VIDEO AUDIO To mains supply...
  • Page 11: Cable Connection

    Hyper-Band, Ultra-Band, and Special cable channels (Channels A-5–A-1, A–W, AA–FFF, GGG–WWW, WWWr1–WWWr12, 100–125, 5A). Also, the VCR can tune to any of the 56 UHF channels (14–69). Refer to Storing TV Broadcasts in your VCR on page 15. BASIC Hook-Up...
  • Page 12: Tuning The Tv To Your Vcr

    CANCEL SPEED DATE The VCR supplies a signal to the TV via the RF coaxial cable on channel US3 or 4. It is possible to view the video picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts.
  • Page 13 To Restart Plug in Auto Tuning 1 Press [EJECT] and remove the video cassette. 2 Keep the I and J buttons on the VCR pressed simultaneously for 3 seconds or more during the VCR on. – The channel displayed on the VCR display...
  • Page 14: Storing Tv Broadcasts In Your Vcr

    Other program positions are skipped. – Auto Tuning takes three or more minutes to complete its search. – If the VCR is not correctly tuned by Auto Tuning, follow the procedure on the next page. Preparations –...
  • Page 15 :MENU SUPER BANDS CATV HYPER BAND ULTRA BAND SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL CHANNEL CHANNEL SELECTION & RECEIVED OF INDICATION THE AIR ON VCR 2–13 2–13 14–69 14–69 CHANNEL CHANNEL SELECTION & RECEIVED INDICATION FROM CABLE ON VCR 2–13 2–13 A-5–A-1 95–99 A–W...
  • Page 16: Language Setting Of The On Screen Display

    Language Setting of the On Screen Display Preparations – Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. – Turn on the VCR. – Press [VCR/TV] to select the VCR mode. VOLUME Í INPUT SELECT VCR/TV Í...
  • Page 17: Setting The Clock Of Your Vcr

    It employs the 24-hour system. Preparations – Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. – Turn on the VCR. – Press [VCR/TV] to select the VCR mode.
  • Page 18: Settings Using The On Screen Display

    Settings Using the On Screen Display Preparations – Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. – Turn on the VCR. – Press [VCR/TV] to select the VCR mode. On Screen Display 1 Press [MENU].
  • Page 19 Tape running display Stop, Eject Rewind, Review, Index Search, JET SEARCH (backward) Fast forward, Cue, Index Search, JET SEARCH (forward) Playback Recording Recording pause Repeat playback Present time/Tape counter/Remaining tape time/Index search Information Present time Tape counter Remaining tape time REMAIN 2:34 Index search Press [RESET] to reset the tape counter...
  • Page 20 3 or 4. 4 Select [ON] or [OFF] by pressing 2 or 1. – When [JET NAVIGATOR] is [ON], appears on the VCR display and Jet Navigator function works. 5 Press [MENU] twice to make the on screen display disappear.
  • Page 21 (In a case like this, press [AUDIO] and select the right sound.) – This function works only for a cassette which has been recorded by a video recorder equipped with Panasonic’s Auto Bilingual Choice function. Hi-Fi – The function will not work with a cassette...
  • Page 22: Playback

    Playback POWER EJECT Í INPUT SELECT VCR/TV Í OSD/DISPLAY RESET PICTURE MODE INDEX MENU PROG/CHECK CANCEL DATE Operations 1 Insert a recorded video cassette tape. 2 Start viewing the picture by pressing [PLAY]. 3 Search forward by tapping [FF]. – To change back to normal playback, press [PLAY].
  • Page 23: Jet Search

    ¥ – When the tape reaches its end during Playback Off Timer, the tape will be rewound to the start and the VCR will turn itself off. – Repeat Playback function does not work SEARCH during Playback Off Timer.
  • Page 24 (at least 5 sec.) Notes: – Repeat Playback function does not work during Playback Off Timer. – Press [STOP] to release the VCR from the Repeat Playback mode. To Playback in the Desired Picture Quality (Picture Mode) This function reproduces optimum playback picture from various kind of recorded tapes and contents.
  • Page 25: Manual Recording

    1 Insert a video cassette tape with an intact erasure prevention tab. – If it has already been inserted, press [POWER Í/I (VCR Í)] to turn the VCR on. 2 Press [VCR/TV] to select the VCR mode. 3 Press the I and J buttons to select the TV station.
  • Page 26 To View One TV Program while Recording Another One 1 Refer to steps 1–4 of the manual recording operation. 2 Press [VCR/TV] to select the TV mode. 3 Select the TV program on your TV that you wish to view now. To Display the Approximate...
  • Page 27: One-Touch Recording (Otr)

    Operations 1 Ready the video source which is to be recorded, and start recording. 2 Press [REC/OTR] on the VCR main unit repeatedly to select the desired recording duration. – The VCR will automatically switch off when OTR is completed. To turn the VCR on again, press [POWER Í/I (VCR Í)].
  • Page 28: Timer Recording

    Preparations – Insert a video cassette tape with an intact erasure prevention tab. – Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. – Turn on the VCR. – Check that the clock is set to the correct time.
  • Page 29 – When [JET NAVIGATOR] is set to [OFF], the [PROGRAM IS COMPLETED] message appears. (See page 20.) – The VCR will be set to the timer recording standby mode after about 1 minute if [TIMER] is not pressed. Weekly Timer Recording In step 3, select the desired day by pressing [DATE s].
  • Page 30 – Every time you press [SPEED], the indication changes in the following order: SP>EP>A>SP Checking a Timer Program – The VCR must be turned on, or the timer recording indicator “Á” lit. – Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected.
  • Page 31: Search Functions

    Navigator function: – The tape length of the inserted cassette must be set correctly. – The VCR must not be in the timer recording standby mode. – A program of at least 15 minutes must be recorded on the tape.
  • Page 32 In this case, press [NAVI] at a portion of the tape where a program has been recorded of this VCR. This will allow signal checking to be performed more reliably. When a signal can still not be found, [CAN NOT FIND JET...
  • Page 33: Time Stamp Function

    (called Time Stamp) appears on the TV screen for approx. 5 seconds. Preparations – Display the VCR picture on the TV. – Be sure to set [OSD] to [ON]. (See page 18.) Erased – Press [VCR/TV] to select the VCR mode.
  • Page 34: Vhs Index Search System

    Preparations – Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR – Press [VCR/TV] to select the VCR mode. – Load the pre-recorded video cassette. Operations 1 Press [SEARCH].
  • Page 35: Editing

    A new scene can be added to the end of previous one. Preparations – Connect a movie camera or another VCR to this VCR as shown. – Insert a recorded cassette tape with an intact erasure prevention tab.
  • Page 36: Other Functions

    When a video cassette without an erasure prevention tab is inserted, the VCR starts playback automatically. VCR-off Playback When the VCR is off, an inserted video cassette can be played back by pressing [PLAY]. Automatic Rewinding When the tape reaches its end during recording (except for timer recording) or playback, it will automatically be rewound to the beginning.
  • Page 37: Before Requesting Service

    The AC power cord has not been connected. Connect the AC power cord to the main AC power. [The VCR display is illuminated but the VCR will not operate.] – The VCR is in the timer mode. Press [TIMER (TIMER REC)] to operate the VCR manually.
  • Page 38 – Tracking is not correct. Adjust the tracking. See page 36. – The TV has not been tuned to the VCR. Tune the TV to the VCR. See page 12. – The video heads are clogged or worn. Consult your dealer for further advice.
  • Page 39: Usage Precautions

    Note: – Do not operate the VCR for at least 1 hour if any of the above conditions occur. This VCR does not incorporate a dew sensor.
  • Page 40 Plus, “Alumina” Head Cleaner further enhanced cleaning efficiency. – Based on in-house tests with Panasonic video cassettes. Actual head life may vary according to conditions of use, tape type, temperature, humidity, etc.
  • Page 41: Specifications

    Specifications AG-2570P Power Source: Power Consumption: Video Recording System: Video Heads: Audio Heads: Tape Speed: Tape Format: Record/Playback Time: FF/REW Time: VIDEO Television System: Modulation System: Input Level: Output Level: AUDIO Input Level: Output Level: Audio Track: Video Horizontal Resolution: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Dynamic Range: Audio Frequency Response:...
  • Page 44 DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA Executive Office: 3330 Cahuenga Blvd W., Los Angeles, CA 90068 (323) 436-3500 EASTERN ZONE: One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7621 Southeast Region: 1225 Northbrook Parkway, Ste 1-160, Suwanee, GA 30024 (770) 338-6835 Central Region:...

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