Panasonic PV-455S-K Operating Instructions Manual page 3

Before Using
Congratulations
on your new purchase! With proper use, this
dependable product will provide years of
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
(Serial number is on tag on back of VCR.)
• Date of Purchase
• Dealer Purchased From
• Dealer Address
• Dealer Phone No.
PV-455S-K
• Model No.
• Serial No.
Accessories
Remote Control
EUR7723KB0
Loading the Batteries
Battery replacement caution
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
Break off the tab to
prevent recording.
Record Tab
Screw driver
Record/Playback Time
Only use tapes with the
Type of Video Cassette
Tape Speed
Setting
T120
SP
2 Hours
(Standard Play)
SLP
6 Hours
(Super Long Play)
Batteries 2 "AA"
RF Coaxial Cable
LSJA0418
1) Open cover.
2) Insert batteries as
marked.
3) Close cover.
To record again.
Cover the hole
with cellophane
tape.
mark in this unit.
T180
T160
2 Hours
3 Hours
40 Minutes
8 Hours 9 Hours
Head Cleaning
Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.
Video Head Clog Sensor
Screen-right appears during
play if clogging is detected.
To remove screen, press PLAY.
• Use "dry" type head
cleaning cassette only.
(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)
• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.
Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.
• If head clog symptoms persist, contact your
nearest Factory Servicentre or authorized
Servicentre (p. 12).
Cleaning the VCR
Use soft, dry cloth or dusting attachment of a
vacuum to remove dust from all cabinet vent
holes. You may moisten cloth with non-abrasive,
antistatic cleaner/ polisher.
Caution:
Alcohol and various solvents could damage finish.
Specifications
Power Source: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: Power On
Approx. 14 W
Power Off
Approx. 0.9 W
Video Signal: EIA Standard NTSC colour
Video Recording 4 rotary heads helical
System: scanning system
Audio Track: 1 track (Normal)
2 channel (Hi-Fi Audio Sound)
Tuner
Broadcast Channels: VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69
CABLE Channels: Midband A ~ I (14 ~ 22)
Superband J ~ W (23 ~ 36)
Hyperband AA ~ EEE
(37 ~ 64)
Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99)
Special CABLE channel 5A (01)
Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125
Operating
Temperature: 5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 %
Weight: 2.56 kg (5.6 lbs.)
Dimensions: 360 (W) x 89 (H) x 226 (D) mm
14-3/16" (W) x 3-1/2" (H) x
8-7/8" (D) inch
Note: Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Features for a Quality Picture
Digital Auto Picture
Automatically controls the video output signal for
less noise depending on the tape condition.
Digital Auto Tracking
Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for
optimum picture quality.
Manual Tracking Control
(to reduce picture noise)
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to
reduce picture noise.
Press CH (TRACKING)
control or on the VCR until the picture clears up.
To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off,
then on again a few seconds later.
V-Lock Control
(to reduce picture jitter)
In Still mode, CH (TRACKING)
V-Lock control.
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V I DEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEAN I NG
PLEASE I NSERT HEAD
CLEAN I NG CASSETTE
OR REFER TO MANUAL
END : PLAY
/ on the remote
/ operate as a