Important Safeguards And Precautions - Panasonic OmniVision PV-C1324-K Operating Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRE CAU TIONS Safety Precautions
WARNING
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, INJURY TO PERSONS OR
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOIS TURE.
DAMAGE TO THIS PRODUCT, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION
INSTALLATION OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE
Operate only from power source indicated on unit
CONNECTION
or in this manual. If uncertain, have your Electric
Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer
verify your home power source. This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS
NEC - NATIONAL ANTENNA LEAD
ELECTRICAL CODE
IN WIRE equipment. Only use those tapes with the
2 POWER CORD PLUG
ANTENNA that have been tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used. This
GROUND
For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one CLAMP DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20) television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with §15.119 of
wide blade), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
the FCC rules.
Always hold the plug rmly and make sure your GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
hands are dry when plugging in or unplugging the ELECTRIC
SERVICE
AC power cord. Regularly remove dust, dirt, etc. on EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMPS
the plug. POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
The plug ts into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully
An outside antenna or cable system must be
inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not t, have an
properly grounded to provide some protection
electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
against built up static charges and voltage. Section
tamper with the plug.
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical
The plug requires a three-hole grounding outlet. If
Code) provides information regarding proper
necessary, have an electrician install the proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
3 POWER CORD discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
To avoid unit malfunction, and to protect against location of antenna discharge unit, con nec tion to
electrical shock, re or personal injury: grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
- Keep power cord away from heating appliances and grounding electrode.
walking traf c. Do not rest heavy objects on, or roll such
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH
objects over the power cord.
- Do not tamper with the cord in any way. VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
- An extension cord should have the same type plug Locate an outside antenna system well away from
(polarized or grounding) and must be securely
power lines and electric light or power circuits so it
connected.
will never touch these power sources should it ever
- Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords are re
fall. When installing antenna, absolutely never
hazards.
- Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked touch power lines, circuits or other power sources
as this could be fatal.
wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by
a quali ed electrician.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated during operation. If blocked, heat
build-up may result in a re hazard or heat damage
to cassettes. USING THE UNIT
For your protection:
a. Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON, or Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a
operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or new location, refer again to the INSTALLATION
other soft surface. section of these safe guards.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case 1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER
or rack, unless properly ventilated.
OR MOISTURE, such as vases, sinks,
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS
tubs, etc.
OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANG ES
2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
Do not place unit over or near a heater or ra di ator,
STRONG IMPACT, unplug unit and have it
in di rect sunlight, etc. If unit is sud denly moved
inspected by a quali ed service technician
from a cold place to a warm place, mois ture may
before use.
condense in unit and on the tape caus ing damage.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY 3 ELECTRICAL STORMS
During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit
• Never place unit on support or stand
that is not rm, level, and adequately unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all
strong. The unit could fall causing equipment from the power source as well as the
serious injury to a child or adult and
antenna and cable system.
damage to the unit.
• Move any appliance and cart 4 WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
combination with care. Quick stops, • DO NOT OPERATE IF:
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
- liquid has spilled into unit.
may cause objects to overturn. - unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.
• Carefully follow all operating
- unit emits smoke, malodors, or noises.
instructions. Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected by a
service technician to avoid potential re and shock
SERVICE
hazards.
• Never drop or push any object through openings in unit.
1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT
Touching internal parts may cause electric shock or re
YOURSELF
hazard.
• Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from
If, after carefully following detailed operating
unit to avoid electrical interference.
instruc tions, the unit does not operate properly, do
not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any 5 USING ACCESSORIES
adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug Use only accessories recommended by the
unit and contact a quali ed service tech nician. manufacturer to avoid risk of re, shock, or other
hazards.
2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
Make sure the service technician uses only parts 6 CLEANING UNIT
speci ed by the manufacturer, or have equal safety Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry, chemically untreated
char ac ter istics as original parts. The use of cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE
unauthorized substitutes may result in re, electric cleaning uids, aerosols, or forced air that could
shock, or other hazards. over-spray, or seep into unit and cause electrical
shock. Any substance, such as wax, adhesive tape,
3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING
etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to
After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a
greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect
through safety check be done as described in the
internal parts.
manufacturer's service literature to ensure video
unit is in safe operating condition.
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Before Using
Congratulations
Accessories
On your new purchase! With proper use, this
dependable product will provide years of
enjoyment. Please ll in the information below.
(Serial number is on tag on back of unit.)
• Date of Purchase
• Dealer Purchased From
• Dealer Address
• Dealer Phone No.
• Model No.
mark. It is recommended that only cassette tapes
• Serial No.
Loading the Batteries Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage
within the unit may have suf cient magnitude to cause
electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any Break off the tab to
kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
prevent recording.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature
concerning the operation and main tenance of this unit
has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully
in order to avoid any problems.
Battery replacement caution
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries. Record
Tab
Head Cleaning Speci cations
Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.
Display
Head Clog Sensor
Screen-left appears during
V I D E O H E A D S M A Y
N E E D C L E A N I N G play if clogging is detected.
Picture Tube
P L E A S E I N S E R T H E A D
C L E A N I N G C A S S E T T E To remove screen, press
O R R E F E R T O M A N U A L
PLAY.
E N D : P L A Y
VCR
• Use "dry" type head cleaning cassette only. Video Recording
System
(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)
• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.
Audio Track
Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.
Tuner
Broad cast Channels
Features for a Quality Picture
Digital Auto Tracking
CA BLE Channels
Continuously analyses the signal and adjusts for
optimum picture quality.
Manual Tracking Control (to reduce picture noise)
General
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to
Power Source
reduce picture noise. Press the 3 or 6 number key on
the remote control or CH on the unit until the
picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking, press
Power
POWER off, then on again a few seconds later. Consumption
Television System
Record/Playback Time Speak er
Op erat ing
Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.
Temperature
Type of Video Cassette Operating Humidity
Tape Speed
Setting
T120 T160 T180
Weight
SP
2 Hours 40
(Standard 2 Hours 3 Hours
Minutes
Play)
Di men sions
SLP (W X H X D)
(Super Long 6 Hours 8 Hours 9 Hours
Play)
Note:
• Designs and spec i ca tions are sub ject to change without
no tice.
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
Unit auto adjusts clock for DST.
■ Spring (First Sunday in April)
DST: ON Sets clock ahead one hour.
■ Autumn (Last Sunday in October)
DST: ON Turns clock back one hour.
• If your area does not observe Daylight Saving Time,
select DST: OFF.
• Keep these time changes in mind when programming
unit for timer recordings.
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Connections/Initial Setup (Ready to Play)
Connecting
Please make all cable or antenna connections before power on.
■ Remote Control ■ For ANT./Cable UNIT (rear view)
Connect the cable from Antenna/Cable to
EUR7723010
the VHF/UHF terminal on unit.
VHF/UHF
IN from
■ Batteries 2 "AA"
ANT./CABLE
VHF/UHF
UNIT (rear view)
■ For DSS/Cable Box
Connect the OUT jack on your cable box to Cable TV
the VHF/UHF terminal on unit with a RF
Converter Box
cable.
CAUTION
To record again.
VHF/UHF
Overtightening "Nut type" RF coaxial cables
may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.
VHF/UHF
Initial Setup (Ready to Play) Manual Clock Set
Cover the hole with
cellophane tape.
Screwdriver 1 Plug unit power cord into AC wall If AUTO CLOCK SET was incomplete.
outlet.
1 Press ACTION on remote to display
SET CLOCK menu.
2 Press POWER on remote or unit.
S E T C L O C K
Press CH to select
1 / 1 / 2 0 0 4 T H U 1 2 : 0 0 A M
• 13 inch measured diagonal 90° S E L E C T L A N G U A G E English.
D S T : O N
de ection Picture Tube
Or - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
(PV-C1324-K/ PV-C1334W-K) P R E S S C H : E n g l i s h
Press CH to select
• 20 inch measured diagonal 90°
A P P U Y E R C H : F r a n ç a i s
French (Français).
de ection Picture Tube
O P R I M I R V O L + : E s p a ñ o l S E L E C T : S E T :
(PV-C2024-K) Or E N D : A C T I O N
Press VOL+ to select
Spanish (Español).
2 Press to select the month and
2 rotary heads helical scanning
system to set. In the same manner,
3 Auto channel and clock set starts.
select and set the date, year, time,
1 track
and DST. (Daylight Saving Time)
• If you use a cable
box, turn it on and set
VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69
it to the Public
C H A U T O S E T P R O C E E D I N G Broadcasting Service S E T C L O C K
Midband A through I (14 ~ 22)
Superband J through W (23 ~ 36) (PBS) channel in your
1 / 4 / 2 0 0 4 S U N 1 2 : 0 0 A M
time zone. If you use D S T : O N
Hyperband AA ~ EEE (37 ~ 64)
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99) a DSS receiver, it
must be turned off.
Special CABLE chan nel 5A(01)
Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125
S E L E C T : S E T :
S T A R T : A C T I O N
A U T O C L O C K S E T
120 V AC, 60 Hz
3 Press ACTION to start clock and
P R O C E E D I N G
• Approx. 69 W (PV-C1324-K/
exit.
Power
PV-C1334W-K)
On
• Approx. 110 W (PV-C2024-K) C A N C E L : S T O P
Power Reset all unit Memory Functions
Approx. 2.5 W
Off 4 Settings are made automatically.
When setup is complete, this screen
EIA Standard NTSC colour Returns to factory setting. Use if relocating
appears.
1 pieces unit, or if Initial Setup needs to be redone.
• Make sure a tape is not inserted in unit.
5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)
1 / 4 / 2 0 0 4 S U N 1 2 : 0 0 P M 1 Turn unit Power on.
D S T : O N
10 % ~ 75 %
S E T T I N G : C H
• 12 Kg (26.4 lbs.) (PV-C1324-K/
A U T O C L O C K S E T
2 Press and hold both PLAY/REPEAT
PV-C1334W-K)
C O M P L E T E D
• 23 Kg (50.6 lbs.) (PV-C2024-K) and FF on unit for more than 5
seconds.
• 386 mm (15-3/16 ) X 385 mm
(15-3/16 ) X 374 mm (14-3/4 ) • The power will shut off.
(PV-C1324-K/ PV-C1334W) If "AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE" • Please ignore "NO CASSETTE" warning.
• 515 mm (20-5/16 ) X 505 mm
appears, manually set clock. See "Manual
(19-7/8 ) X 474 mm (18-11/16 )
Clock Set" section. 3 Do "Initial Setup" at left.
(PV-C2024-K)
A U T O C L O C K S E T
Note to CABLE System Installer
I S I N C O M P L E T E
This reminder is provided to call the CABLE
(Cable TV) System Installers attention to
P L E A S E S E T C L O C K B Y
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
P R E S S I N G A C T I O N K E Y
guidelines for proper grounding and, in
par ticular, speci es that the cable ground
Notes: shall be con nect ed to the grounding system
• Function buttons are void during Initial Setup. of the building, as close to the point of cable
• To eject a tape during Auto Set, press EJECT on
entry as practical.
remote. Then make settings manually. (See p11.)
• If Auto Clock Set takes more than 30 minutes, press
STOP and perform settings manually. (See p11.)
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Basic Operation (Unit)
TV Operation NIGHT Mode
Colour and picture intensity levels are adjusted so
1 Press POWER on remote or unit.
the screen is easier on your eyes during night time
use.
2 Use CH or NUMBER keys to select
Press NIGHT to set.
N I G H T
a channel.
Press NIGHT to cancel.
• Previous settings are
C H 0 8
restored.
• NIGHT mode is cancelled
when power is turned off or
power failure occurs.
3 Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust volume.
Selecting Input Mode
■ Method 1
2 4
Press INPUT repeatedly.
Channel Number LINE
IN from ■ Using 100 key
■ Method 2
ANT./CABLE When selecting CABLE channels 100 to 125 with
Press CH . Display will change as below.
the NUMBER keys, rst press 100 key, and then
enter the remaining two digits.
1 2 3
■ Rapid Tune
Press R-TUNE to display the last channel you were
(CABLE) (TV)
watching.
LINE 125 or 69
■ Audio Mute
Note:
Press MUTE to instantly mute the sound. Press
• You can set the Input mode from MENU.
again to restore the previous sound level.
MAIN MENU TV INPUT SELECT TUNER or
■ Phones
LINE
Connect an earphone (not supplied) or headphones
(not supplied) to PHONES Jack.
VCR Status & Clock Display
ACTION key on unit
Press DISPLAY to display or remove overlay.
STOP/EJECT REW/
Function Status Current Time Channel Counter
ACTION
R E C 1 2 : 0 0 P M C H 0 8
On Unit
0 : 4 7 0 : 1 2 : 2 0
S L P
N O V - C H I P D A T A You can operate the menu screen using unit
buttons. To display the menu, press STOP/EJECT
and REW together with no tape inserted. To exit the
menu, repeat above.
Rec Time Remaining Tape Speed
(OTR mode only, see p. 7)
Blue Screen Display Using keys
Whenever a blank section of a tape comes up in
Play mode, or when the selected channel has no
broadcast signal with the Weak Signal Display set
VOL CH
to "OFF", the screen will turn solid blue.
On Remote On Unit
Auto Operation Functions
: CH UP
: CH DOWN
■ Auto Shut Off
: VOLUME UP
No broadcast signal in TV (Only when Weak Signal
: VOLUME DOWN
Display is set to OFF), blank tape is played for 5
Whenever the menu or program screen is
minutes
displayed, CHANNEL UP/DOWN function as
Power turns off
and VOLUME UP/DOWN function as only.
• This feature is cancelled if any button is pressed during
above mode.
■ Auto Playback
Insert a tape Power comes on
Play starts if there is no record tab
■ Auto Rewind
Tape end Rewind Stop
■ Playback Auto Eject
(Repeat Play is "OFF")
Play Tape end Rewind Stop
Tape ejects if there is no record tab
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Basic Operation (Tape)
Playback a Tape Record On a Tape
1 Insert a tape with record tab.
1 Insert a tape.
• The unit power comes on automatically.
• Unit power comes
on automatically.
2 Press CH or NUMBER keys to
• Loose or peeling
select a channel.
Record tab
labels may cause
• For "LINE" input, see p. 6.
tape jam.
3 Press SPEED to select recording
2 Press PLAY.
speed. (P. 4)
• Playback begins if
tape has no record
tab.
4 Press REC to start recording.
■ Press FF to forward scene search
• To edit, press PAUSE/SLOW to pause, and
■ Press REW to reverse scene search
again to resume recording.
Notes:
• After search has begun, each additional press of 5 Press STOP to stop recording.
FF or REW changes speed.
• FF and REW search speed may vary depending
on current tape position.
■ One Touch Recording (OTR)
• After 10 minutes in search mode, unit returns to
Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:
Play mode to protect the tape and the video
30 min. 1 hr. 1:30 2:00 3:00 4:00
heads.
exit
■ Press PAUSE/SLOW to still (freeze) picture
■ Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still Note:
mode to slow motion picture • After 5 minutes in Pause mode, unit stops to protect
the tape and the video heads.
Press PLAY to release.
3
Press STOP.
Review, Replace or Clear Program Contents
■ Press REW to rewind tape
(Recording is not in progress)
■ Press FF to fast forward tape
■ Press EJECT on remote or 1 Repeat steps 1~3 at left.
STOP/EJECT on unit to eject tape
2 Press to select the desired
Notes:
program.
• These features work best in SLP mode.
• After 3 minutes in Still or Slow mode, unit stops to
P D T S T A R T S T O P C H S P D
protect the tape and the video heads. 1 1 0 9 : 0 0 a 1 2 : 0 0 p 0 8 S P
2 d a y 1 1 : 0 0 a 1 1 : 3 0 a 1 2 5 S L P
3 1 2 8 : 0 0 p 9 : 3 0 p L S P
4 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
Timer Recording
C A N C E L : A D D / D L T
1 Press PROG to display SET
S E L E C T : S E T :
E N D : P R O G
PROGRAM screen.
2 Press to select TIMER PROGRAMMING.
■ To Replace program...
S E T P R O G R A M
P D T S T A R T S T O P C H S P D 1) Press .
T I M E R P R O G R A M M I N G 1 1 0 9 : 0 0 a 1 2 : 0 0 p 0 8 S P 2) Repeat step 4
O N T I M E R
2 d a y 1 1 : 0 0 a 1 1 : 3 0 a 1 2 5 S L P
3 1 2 8 : 0 0 p 9 : 3 0 p L S P (at left) to set
4 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
new programs.
3) Press PROG.
S E L E C T : S E T :
E N D : P R O G
S E L E C T : S E T :
E X I T : P R O G
3 Press to display screen.
4
P D T S T A R T S T O P C H S P D 1) Press .
1 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - - ■ To Clear program...
2) Set record DATE,
2 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
3 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - - press to select:
4 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
P D T S T A R T S T O P C H S P D Press ADD/DLT.
• 1~31 = One time
1 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
2 d a y 1 1 : 0 0 a 1 1 : 3 0 a 1 2 5 S L P
• DAILY = Mon,~Fri.
3 1 2 8 : 0 0 p 9 : 3 0 p L S P
• WEEKLY = Same time
S E L E C T : S E T : 4 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
E N D : P R O G
each week
Example
8 9 31 1 2 6
S E L E C T : S E T :
Today's E N D : P R O G
SELECT / Selection Order DAILY
7
Date
3 Press PROG twice to exit this
WEEKLY WEEKLY WEEKLY
(SAT) (MON) (SUN)
mode.
3) Set remaining items,
press to set Notes:
START / STOP times,
• 2 minutes before Timer recording is performed,
Channel or LINE, and "PLEASE PREPARE FOR TIMER REC" appears
tape speed. Then and/or the PROG TIMER Indicator ashes. Be sure
a cassette with record tab is loaded and the unit is
press to select.
in Stop mode.
5 Press PROG to end the program. • If there is a power interruption of more than one
To Enter More Programs, press to minute, the recording may not be performed or
continued.
select and to set an unused
program. Then repeat step 4.
Cancel a Timer Recording
P D T S T A R T S T O P C H S P D
1 1 0 9 : 0 0 a 1 2 : 0 0 p 0 8 S P
2 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
3 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - - (Recording is in progress)
4 - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - -
S E T C O M P L E T E D Hold down STOP for a few seconds to cancel
C A N C E L : A D D / D L T the Timer Recording.
S E L E C T : S E T :
E N D : P R O G • Any future daily or weekly recordings will be
performed as programmed.
6 Press PROG twice to exit this mode.
• If you're using a cable box, make sure that it is
tuned to the desired channel and the power is
left on for timer recording.
• PROG TIMER indicator lights on unit.
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