Panasonic PV-V4624S Operating Instructions page 3

Before Requesting Service Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)
Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your VCR.
Connection
(BO : refers to "Basic Operations" Instruction book.)
(Rear connection shown.)
(AO : refers to "Advanced Operations" Instruction book.)
Power Correction VCR
(HiFi)
No power... • Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet.
• Press POWER button on.
• Make sure power source is active.
Recording & Playback Correction
TV program cannot be recorded... • Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and TV.
• Check connections selection. (BO p. 4, AO p. 3)
AUDIO OUT
• Make sure your antenna system (CABLE or TV) is correctly
set. (Channels [AO p. 12])
• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)
Timer recording cannot be • Confirm that clock is set to current time and date.
performed... • Make sure Cable/DSS box (if used) is left on and tuned to
channel to be recorded.
• Set recording start/stop times correctly. (BO p. 6)
• Make sure VCR POWER button is pressed off. (BO p. 6)
• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power
interruption occurs before or during a Timer Recording, even
after power is restored.
There is no playback picture, or the • Select channel 3 or 4 on TV to match VCR output channel (3 or
playback picture is noisy or contains 4) (BO p. 4) or select LINE.
streaks... • Set VCR/TV selector to "VCR." 1 Connect VIDEO OUT jack on Playing VCR to VIDEO IN jack on Recording VCR.
• Adjust TRACKING control in either direction. (BO p. 3) To monitor the dubbing, also connect a TV as shown.
• Try Head Cleaning. (BO p. 3)
2
Connect AUDIO L/R OUT jacks on Playing VCR to AUDIO L/R IN jacks on Recording VCR.
Special effects playback picture may
• Set TV's Vertical Hold Control to MANUAL, then adjust.
contain some vertical jitter when using
In place of a Playing VCR, you can use other equipment, such as a Camcorder.
a TV with an Automatic Vertical Hold
Simply connect the unit's Audio/Video outputs to the Recording VCR.
Control...
VCR cannot be controlled... • Make sure VCR power is on.
• Check Remote batteries.
Playing (Source) VCR
• Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (AO p. 10)
• Make sure Timer Record is not in progress.
1
Insert pre-recorded tape.
Remote Control Correction
VCR cannot be remote controlled... • Make sure VCR power is on.
• Make sure Remote is in VCR mode.
2
• Aim Remote Control directly at remote sensor on VCR. (BO p. 7)
• Avoid any object blocking signal path.
• Check Remote batteries. (BO p. 3)
• Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (AO p. 10)
• Exposing VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or outdoor
3 Press PLAY, then PAUSE/SLOW
light may cause signal interference.
immediately to enter PLAY/PAUSE mode.
• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and TV.
ACTION and PROG buttons do not
• Press VCR button for VCR mode. (AO p. 2)
respond...
• Check Remote batteries. (BO p. 3)
Miscellaneous Correction
4 Press PLAY to start dubbing.
Programs cannot be viewed on TV... • Make sure TV power is on.
Playing VCR starts playback.
• Make sure TV is tuned to VCR's output channel (3 or 4).
• Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and TV.
• Set VCR/TV selector to "TV." (BO p. 5, AO p.10)
5
Press STOP to stop dubbing.
• Make sure proper signal source is selected.
Video cassette cannot be inserted... • Insert the cassette with window side up; record tab facing you.
• Check if a tape is already in the unit. To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV
Video cassette cannot be removed... • Confirm Power Plug is fully inserted into an AC outlet. 1 Turn your TV on and tune to the Recording
Video cassette ejects when a VCR channel (CH3 or CH4).
• Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (BO p. 3)
2
recording is started or the power is Set the VCR/ TV Selector on the Recording
turned off for timer recording...
VCR to "VCR."
In Stop mode, the motor (CYLINDER) • To enable Quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for
continues to rotate... about 5 minutes. This reduces response time from Stop to Play
mode and from Play to Rewind Search mode.
Note • Dubbing tapes protected with Copy
Guard will have poor quality results.
If you cannot resolve the problem, please call the Customer Call Center for product
assistance at 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
To locate an authorized servicenter, please call toll free 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
or, contact us via the web at:http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
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One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Caution : Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of copyrighted recordings may be
copyright infringement.
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Special VCR Features
Auto Shut-Off Feature
The power shuts off at a preset time.
1
Press ACTION to display MENU.
VCR
IN FROM ANT. TV 2
MENU Press to select
(HiFi)
SET UP VCR
"SET UP VCR,"
OUT TO TV SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH and press .
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
R
R L
R SELECT : SET:
L
EXIT : ACTION
R 3 Press to select
L SET UP VCR
REPEAT PLAY : OFF
"AUTO SHUT-OFF."
AUDIO IN AUTO SHUT-OFF : OFF
FRONT DISPLAY : ON
Press repeatedly to
AUTO VCR/TV : ON
TAPE SELECT : T-120
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN VHF/UHF change shutoff time as
SELECT : SET:
EXIT : ACT I ON shown below.
Front of VCR
VIDEO IN 2 L-AUDIO IN2-R
4
Press ACTION
to return to normal screen.
(Front Audio L/R Video IN jacks
are also provided)
Note • The shut-off countdown will not
function during Play or Record.
VCR/TV Selection Feature
The VCR/TV selection can be set to auto or
manual.
1
Press ACTION to display MENU.
Recording (Editing) VCR
2 Press to select
MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK "SET UP VCR,"
SET UP CHANNEL
Insert blank tape with record tab.
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH and press .
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
SELECT : SET:
EXIT : ACTION
Press INPUT* to set VCR Input mode to LINE1
3 Press to select
for Video Input (Rear) or to LINE2 for Video Input
SET UP VCR
REPEAT PLAY : OFF "AUTO VCR/TV,"
(Front). (See "Selecting the Input Mode" below.)
AUTO SHUT-OFF : OFF
and press to set
FRONT DISPLAY : ON
AUTO VCR/TV : ON
TAPE SELECT : T-120 "ON" or "OFF."
Press REC, then PAUSE/SLOW immediately to SELECT : SET:
EXIT : ACT I ON
enter REC/PAUSE mode.
• OFF(Manual): You select "VCR" or "TV" mode
The operation of steps 4 and 5 must be done on both playing using the VCR/TV button on the
unit or remote.
and recording VCRs at the same time.
• ON(Auto): "VCR" mode is automatically set
Press PAUSE/SLOW to start dubbing. when VCR is turned on, or in Play
mode.
Recording VCR starts recording.
4
Press ACTION
to return to normal screen.
Press STOP to stop dubbing.
Note
• For more on VCR/TV selection, see "Record one
Selecting the Input Mode
station, watch another" and "Select channels on
Method 1:
VCR" sections (p. 5 of Basic Operations book).
Press INPUT repeatedly.
Channel Number ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ LINE1 ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ ↔ LINE2
Method 2:
Press CH / .
VCR Lock Feature
Display will change as below.
When set to ON, all operations except for timer
1 2 3 record and tape eject are prohibited. Useful for
households with small children.
(CABLE) (TV)
LINE2 LINE1 125 or 69
To turn on, hold down REC
on the VCR in Stop mode with
• "L1" or "L2" lights on Multi-Function Display VCR LOCK ACT I VATED no tape inserted for 7 sec.
(about 4 sec.) when LINE1 or LINE2 is (Please ignore the NO
selected. CASSETTE warning.)
• LINE1: For rear audio/video connection.
LINE2: For front audio/video connection.
To turn off, repeat above.
VCR LOCK OFF
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again. • VCR Lock cancels in 24 hours.
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On-Screen Displays (OSD)
Weak Signal Display ON/OFF Feature On-Screen Displays (OSD)
When set to "ON," picture is displayed regardless
Function & Channel Displays
Blank Tape/
of signal strength.
No Video Signal Indications
When a function button is
1 CH 0 8
Press ACTION to display MENU. pressed, e.g. PLAY, or you When blank tape is detected during play, or
2 change channels, the current channel has no signal (with Weak
MENU Press to select
SET UP VCR a 5 second display Signal Display feature (p. 10) set to OFF), the
"SET UP CHANNEL,"
SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
appears. TV screen will turn solid blue.
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH and press .
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
SELECT : SET:
EXIT : ACTION
VCR Status & Clock Displays
3 Press to select
SET UP CHANNEL
WEAK SIGNAL To display or remove
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET DISPLAY, and press overlay at right, Current Time
Function Status
WEAK S I GNAL D I SPLAY:OFF
to set "ON" or "OFF."
➛ press DISPLAY*.
SELECT : SET: Rec Time Remaining REC 1 2 : 0 0AM
EXIT : ACT I ON
0 : 25
(OTR mode only. STEREO
• ON : Picture is displayed even if signal SAP
See p. 5 of Basic
MONO
is very weak but quality may be poor.
Operations book.)
OFF : Screen turns solid blue when signal
is weak or non-existent.
Broadcast Audio
• Selecting "ON" has no effect on connected
Being Received
equipment with blue back feature.
4
Press ACTION
to return to normal screen.
Warning and Instruction Displays These displays will alert you to a missed operation or
Multi Function Display
provide further instructions.
(Front Display) ON/OFF Feature
OSD Caution
Multi Function Display (Front Display) can be
set to ON/OFF.
1
Press ACTION to display MENU. PLEASE SET CLOCK BY If you attempt to set or review a Timer
PRESSING ACTION KEY Recording and the Clock is not set...
2
MENU Press to select
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK "SET UP VCR,"
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
and press .
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
SELECT : SET:
EXIT : ACTION TURN VCR OFF After a Timer Program has been set...
FOR TIMER RECORDING
3 Press to select
SET UP VCR
REPEAT PLAY : OFF "FRONT DISPLAY,"
AUTO SHUT-OFF : OFF
FRONT DISPLAY : ON and press to set
AUTO VCR/TV : ON
TAPE SELECT : T-120 "ON" or "OFF."
If you press REC on the remote
SELECT : SET:
EXIT : ACT I ON CHECK CASSETTE
control or VCR, and a cassette is
RECORD TAB
• ON : When set to "ON," inserted with no record tab...
Multi Function Display is displayed
in Standby (OFF) mode.
OFF : When set to "OFF,"
If you press PLAY, FF, REW, or REC on
Multi Function Display is not
NO CASSETTE
displayed in Standby (OFF) mode. the remote control or VCR without a
cassette inserted...
If a Timer Program is set,
Multi Function Display is displayed.
4
Press ACTION
to return to normal screen.
TO CANCEL TIMER REC If you press POWER or STOP during
PRESS POWER THEN
a Timer Recording...
STOP KEY
(visible in VCR mode only)
VIDEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEANING
PLEASE INSERT HEAD If head cleaning becomes necessary
CLEANING CASSETTE
while playing back a tape...
OR REFER TO MANUAL
REC
END :PLAY
Multi Function Display
(Front Display)
If you press a function button other
VCR LOCK ACTIVATED
than STOP/EJECT or POWER while
the VCR is in VCR Lock mode...
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
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Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR's Output Channel
Press ACTION
MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK to display MENU.
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
SELECT : SET:
EXIT : ACTION
Language Channels Clock Time Zone
1) Press to select 1) Press to select 1) Press to select Adjust
language item.
"SET UP CHANNEL," "SET CLOCK," and (Only when Auto Clock
and press . press . is set.)
MENU
SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK MENU MENU 1) Press to select
SET UP CHANNEL SET UP VCR SET UP VCR
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH "SET CLOCK," and
SET UP CLOCK SET UP CLOCK
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3 SET UP CHANNEL SET UP CHANNEL
press .
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : ACTION MENU
Channel
SELECT : SET: SELECT : SET: SET UP VCR
SET UP CLOCK
2) Press repeatedly EXIT : ACTION EXIT : ACTION
SET UP CHANNEL
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
CH 02 to change language 2) Press to select 2) Press to select VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
Counter
-0 : 1 2 : 3 4
item as shown below. "ANTENNA," then "MANUAL," and press
SP
SELECT : SET:
press to set . (For Auto Clock Set, EXIT : ACTION
MENU
SET UP VCR your antenna system select "AUTO CLOCK
2) Press to select
SET UP CLOCK
("TV" or "CABLE.") SET.")
SET UP CHANNEL "TIME ZONE
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3 ADJUST,"
SET UP CHANNEL SET CLOCK
Tape Speed
SELECT : SET : ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO CLOCK SET SET CLOCK
(See p. 3 of Basic EXIT : ACTION AUTO SET
WEAK S I GNAL D I SPLAY : OFF MANUAL AL
Operations book.) For English T I ME ZONE ADJUST : 0 AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
T I ME ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELECT : SET : SELECT : SET :
MENU
EXIT : ACT I ON EXIT : ACT I ON
PREPARAR VCR
SELECT : SET :
FIJAR RELOJ 3) Press to select
FIJAR CANAL ("TIME ZONE ADJUST" EXIT : ACT I ON
LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAñOL "AUTO SET," then appears only when
SALIDA DE VCR CANAL : 3 and press to
press . auto clock is set.)
subtract or add
ELEGIR : FIJAR :
• If you use Cable
SALIR : ACTION SET CLOCK hour(s) as necessary.
Box, set it to the
For Spanish 11/21/2004 SUN - 12:00PM 3) Press ACTION.
PBS channel in your DST : ON
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MENU time zone. • "TIME ZONE
REGLAGE MAGNETOSCOPE
REGLAGE HORLOGE ADJUST" returns to
Page REGLAGE CANAL VCR CLOCK CHANNEL SELECT : SET :
END : ACT I ON "0" if clock is set
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA:FRANçAIS
CA SORTIE : 3
manually.
3) Press and
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
SEL. : REGLER: to select and set
QUITTER : ACTION
See page 6 of Basic CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING the date, time, and
For French
Operations book CANCEL : STOP CANCEL : STOP DST (Daylight
Saving Time).
3) Press ACTION to exit.
• After Channel Auto
Set is finished, Auto 4) Press ACTION to
Clock Set will be start the Clock and
performed. exit this mode.
See page 6 of Basic
Operations book
VCR's Output Channel
Add or Delete a Channel
See page 3 of Basic 1) Press to select
Operations book "VCR'S OUTPUT CH."
To add channel:
MENU
SET UP VCR Select channel with NUMBER keys and
SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL press ADD/DLT.
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 3
See page 5 of Basic
SELECT : SET: CHANNEL 08 ADDED
EXIT : ACTION
Operations book
2) Press .
IF YOU PRESS ACTION
KEY, VCR ' S OUTPUT CH
To delete channel:
SWITCHES TO CH 4.
Select channel with CH / or NUMBER
See page 6 of Basic
keys and press ADD/DLT.
Operations book
3) Press ACTION.
CHANNEL 08 DELE TED
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
CH 4.
See page 3 of Basic
Operations book
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
After 3 seconds
VCR auto adjusts clock for DST.
MENU
SET UP VCR
Spring (First Sunday in April)
SET UP CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
DST:ON ➛ Sets clock ahead one hour.
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR'S OUTPUT CH: 4
See page 10
Autumn (Last Sunday in October)
SELECT : SET: DST:ON ➛ Turns clock back one hour.
EXIT : ACTION
• If your area does not observe Daylight
Saving Time, select DST:OFF.
• To Make Corrections,
repeat steps 1) ~ 3). • Keep these time changes in mind when
programming VCR for timer recordings.
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Video Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
(Advanced Operations)
For Basic operations, see the separate
"Basic Operations" instruction book.
PV-V4624S
Model No.
Table of Contents
Multi-Brand Control Feature ............................................ 2
Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS) .............................. 3
MTS Broadcast ................................................................ 4
VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System ................................................ 5
Tape Operation ............................................................ 6, 7
Before Requesting Service ............................................. 8
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ...................................... 9
Special VCR Features .................................................. 10
On-Screen Displays (OSD) ........................................... 11
12
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR's Output Channel ..
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