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Select programme positions (1-99) for VCR and satellite.
Set for two Panasonic VCRs or TV operation.
Controls subtitle display for TV programs with Teletext or closed captions.
Manages remote operation, including Child Lock feature.
Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries into the remote control.
Advises on temperature, humidity, dust, heat, magnets, water, and ventilation.
Cautions against touching internal parts, disassembly, and lightning exposure.
Explains causes and precautions for video head issues and condensation.
Draws attention to copyright, fire/shock hazards, and safety precautions.
Provides specific notes on SECAM compatibility, operation, and CE mark.
Details three methods for switching TV input on Panasonic TVs.
Tips for connecting a TV with Q Link for enhanced functions.
Guides simultaneous setup of VCR and TV using Q Link.
Guides setup of VCR with an already connected TV via Q Link.
Connects VCR to TV using RF coaxial and 21-pin Scart cables.
Connects VCR to TV using only RF coaxial cable.
Connects VCR to TV via S-Video for improved picture clarity.
Adjusts VCR clock time after the automatic setup is complete.
Verifies that TV stations were tuned correctly by Auto Setup.
Procedure to abort the Auto Setup process before it finishes.
Corrects picture distortion by changing the VCR's RF output channel.
Handles cassettes with intact tabs, initiating Cassette Number Check.
Handles cassettes without tabs, starting playback automatically.
Explains VCR display and OSD behavior during cassette checks.
Procedures to cancel the cassette number check process.
Initial checks and setup before starting playback operations.
Covers normal, cue, review, still, and slow playback operations.
Manages tape movement, speed, scene location, and sound mode selection.
Functions like repeat, replay, auto stop timer, and NTSC playback.
Manages automatic VCR operations like power, rewind, and eject.
Enhances picture quality using Digital Noise Reduction.
Improves picture stability and reduces shaking with Time Base Correction.
Initial checks and setup before starting recording.
Steps for starting, pausing, and stopping a recording.
Options to choose recording tape speed (SP, LP, EP).
How to view one program while recording another.
Records the currently viewed TV program immediately.
Records in S-VHS format for superior picture quality.
Uses S-VHS ET for high-quality recording on standard VHS tapes.
Programmes unattended automatic recordings by setting duration.
Instructions on how to avoid overwriting recorded content.
How to record on cassettes with a broken erasure prevention tab.
Controls VCR recording from external devices with timer functions.
Allows manual control over audio input levels for recording.
Step-by-step programming of timer recordings using the TV screen.
Temporarily deactivates timer standby to allow other VCR operations.
Uses ShowView numbers for simplified timer recording setup.
Specifies the date and day for timer recordings.
Automatically adjusts tape speed to ensure full program recording.
Synchronizes recording start/stop with broadcast signals for accuracy.
How to program timer recordings for satellite channels.
Reviewing programmed timer recordings on the TV screen.
Changing settings for existing programmed timer recordings.
Deleting programmed timer recordings.
Verifying total recording time against remaining tape capacity.
How to interpret the information displayed for recorded programs.
Viewing recorded programs and their details.
Troubleshooting issues with cassette number identification.
Finding which cassette contains a specific recorded program.
Organizing library entries by number, title, category, or date.
Manually adding or modifying program titles and categories.
Removing data for a specific cassette from the library.
Erasing all stored tape library data from the VCR's memory.
Recovering erased tape library data from a backup cassette.
Interactive guide to the features of the tape library system.
Finds program beginnings using recorded index signals.
Plays beginnings of programs sequentially for quick content checking.
Records multiple scenes/programs consecutively in succession.
Collects scenes from cameras/VCRs into a video album format.
Substitutes parts of recordings with new scenes and sound.
Overlays new audio onto the normal mono track, preserving Hi-Fi tracks.
Dubs mono sound and plays it back alone.
Mixes dubbed mono sound with original Hi-Fi sound for playback.
Combines Hi-Fi tracks and new sound for mono VCR playback.
Simplifies assemble, insert, or audio dubbing from source units.
Simplifies editing operations from Video-8/Hi8 movie cameras.
Links the VCR to a decoder for scrambled broadcast reception.
Links the VCR to a stereo amplifier for audio output.
Allows TV switching between VCR and TV modes via Scart cable.
Connects VCR to satellite receiver via Scart cable.
Connects VCR to satellite receiver using RF coaxial cable.
Configures VCR remote control for satellite receiver operations.
Ensures satellite receiver is in the correct standby type for VCR control.
Checks if satellite channels can be selected correctly using VCR remote.
Assigns or modifies names for tuned TV stations.
Changes the sequence in which TV stations are accessed.
Adds new available TV stations to the VCR's tuner.
Adjusts settings for the best possible reception quality.
Changes the programme position number for an existing TV station.
Configures VCR for reception of pay TV channels.
Selects the video system (PAL/MESECAM) for TV stations.
Adjusts the Teletext page for subtitles display.
Manually sets subtitle page number for satellite/pay-TV recordings.
Sets the Teletext page for TV program titles.
Enables or disables recording of program titles from satellite/pay-TV.
Chooses mono or stereo sound recording format.
Explains how to use on-screen prompts for operations.
Re-runs the automatic TV station tuning process.
Re-initiates the download of TV station list data.
Returns VCR settings to factory defaults.
Sets the VCR's clock manually when automatic adjustment fails.
Activates function to automatically correct VCR clock time.
Automatically shows channel guide info when changing programs.
Controls the display of TV station info on screen.
Minimizes power usage when the VCR is turned off.
Enables automatic display of subtitles or closed captions.
Adjusts VCR display brightness when the unit is switched off.
Sets TV system and colour mode for external inputs.
Defines the type of equipment connected to the AV2 socket.
Adjusts playback picture sharpness to be sharper or softer.
Configures settings for one-touch editing and other editing modes.
Chooses audio mode (Normal/Mix) for playback.
Selects VCR or VCR 2 mode for remote control operation.
Sets playback format to match the recording format automatically.
Chooses the display language for menus and messages.
Sets the country for correct regional features and broadcasts.
Defines Video Programme System and Programme Delivery Control.
Explains the NICAM digital sound system and its features.
Provides critical information regarding NICAM broadcasts.
Describes the function that optimizes picture quality automatically.
Explains the features enabled by connecting VCR to a Q Link TV.
Describes the functionality and pin assignments of the Scart socket.
Lists and explains common error messages displayed on screen.
Provides solutions for common VCR operational issues.
Offers solutions for common problems with video playback.
Solutions for issues when recording is not possible or fails.
Solutions for when the remote control is not working correctly.
Solutions for issues controlling the satellite receiver.
Solutions for problems with the tape library system.
Solutions for when subtitles or closed captions do not appear.
Addresses issues with TV program titles not being entered correctly.
Adjusts tracking to eliminate noise bars and improve picture clarity.
Adjusts vertical lock to prevent still pictures from scrolling.
Select programme positions (1-99) for VCR and satellite.
Set for two Panasonic VCRs or TV operation.
Controls subtitle display for TV programs with Teletext or closed captions.
Manages remote operation, including Child Lock feature.
Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries into the remote control.
Advises on temperature, humidity, dust, heat, magnets, water, and ventilation.
Cautions against touching internal parts, disassembly, and lightning exposure.
Explains causes and precautions for video head issues and condensation.
Draws attention to copyright, fire/shock hazards, and safety precautions.
Provides specific notes on SECAM compatibility, operation, and CE mark.
Details three methods for switching TV input on Panasonic TVs.
Tips for connecting a TV with Q Link for enhanced functions.
Guides simultaneous setup of VCR and TV using Q Link.
Guides setup of VCR with an already connected TV via Q Link.
Connects VCR to TV using RF coaxial and 21-pin Scart cables.
Connects VCR to TV using only RF coaxial cable.
Connects VCR to TV via S-Video for improved picture clarity.
Adjusts VCR clock time after the automatic setup is complete.
Verifies that TV stations were tuned correctly by Auto Setup.
Procedure to abort the Auto Setup process before it finishes.
Corrects picture distortion by changing the VCR's RF output channel.
Handles cassettes with intact tabs, initiating Cassette Number Check.
Handles cassettes without tabs, starting playback automatically.
Explains VCR display and OSD behavior during cassette checks.
Procedures to cancel the cassette number check process.
Initial checks and setup before starting playback operations.
Covers normal, cue, review, still, and slow playback operations.
Manages tape movement, speed, scene location, and sound mode selection.
Functions like repeat, replay, auto stop timer, and NTSC playback.
Manages automatic VCR operations like power, rewind, and eject.
Enhances picture quality using Digital Noise Reduction.
Improves picture stability and reduces shaking with Time Base Correction.
Initial checks and setup before starting recording.
Steps for starting, pausing, and stopping a recording.
Options to choose recording tape speed (SP, LP, EP).
How to view one program while recording another.
Records the currently viewed TV program immediately.
Records in S-VHS format for superior picture quality.
Uses S-VHS ET for high-quality recording on standard VHS tapes.
Programmes unattended automatic recordings by setting duration.
Instructions on how to avoid overwriting recorded content.
How to record on cassettes with a broken erasure prevention tab.
Controls VCR recording from external devices with timer functions.
Allows manual control over audio input levels for recording.
Step-by-step programming of timer recordings using the TV screen.
Temporarily deactivates timer standby to allow other VCR operations.
Uses ShowView numbers for simplified timer recording setup.
Specifies the date and day for timer recordings.
Automatically adjusts tape speed to ensure full program recording.
Synchronizes recording start/stop with broadcast signals for accuracy.
How to program timer recordings for satellite channels.
Reviewing programmed timer recordings on the TV screen.
Changing settings for existing programmed timer recordings.
Deleting programmed timer recordings.
Verifying total recording time against remaining tape capacity.
How to interpret the information displayed for recorded programs.
Viewing recorded programs and their details.
Troubleshooting issues with cassette number identification.
Finding which cassette contains a specific recorded program.
Organizing library entries by number, title, category, or date.
Manually adding or modifying program titles and categories.
Removing data for a specific cassette from the library.
Erasing all stored tape library data from the VCR's memory.
Recovering erased tape library data from a backup cassette.
Interactive guide to the features of the tape library system.
Finds program beginnings using recorded index signals.
Plays beginnings of programs sequentially for quick content checking.
Records multiple scenes/programs consecutively in succession.
Collects scenes from cameras/VCRs into a video album format.
Substitutes parts of recordings with new scenes and sound.
Overlays new audio onto the normal mono track, preserving Hi-Fi tracks.
Dubs mono sound and plays it back alone.
Mixes dubbed mono sound with original Hi-Fi sound for playback.
Combines Hi-Fi tracks and new sound for mono VCR playback.
Simplifies assemble, insert, or audio dubbing from source units.
Simplifies editing operations from Video-8/Hi8 movie cameras.
Links the VCR to a decoder for scrambled broadcast reception.
Links the VCR to a stereo amplifier for audio output.
Allows TV switching between VCR and TV modes via Scart cable.
Connects VCR to satellite receiver via Scart cable.
Connects VCR to satellite receiver using RF coaxial cable.
Configures VCR remote control for satellite receiver operations.
Ensures satellite receiver is in the correct standby type for VCR control.
Checks if satellite channels can be selected correctly using VCR remote.
Assigns or modifies names for tuned TV stations.
Changes the sequence in which TV stations are accessed.
Adds new available TV stations to the VCR's tuner.
Adjusts settings for the best possible reception quality.
Changes the programme position number for an existing TV station.
Configures VCR for reception of pay TV channels.
Selects the video system (PAL/MESECAM) for TV stations.
Adjusts the Teletext page for subtitles display.
Manually sets subtitle page number for satellite/pay-TV recordings.
Sets the Teletext page for TV program titles.
Enables or disables recording of program titles from satellite/pay-TV.
Chooses mono or stereo sound recording format.
Explains how to use on-screen prompts for operations.
Re-runs the automatic TV station tuning process.
Re-initiates the download of TV station list data.
Returns VCR settings to factory defaults.
Sets the VCR's clock manually when automatic adjustment fails.
Activates function to automatically correct VCR clock time.
Automatically shows channel guide info when changing programs.
Controls the display of TV station info on screen.
Minimizes power usage when the VCR is turned off.
Enables automatic display of subtitles or closed captions.
Adjusts VCR display brightness when the unit is switched off.
Sets TV system and colour mode for external inputs.
Defines the type of equipment connected to the AV2 socket.
Adjusts playback picture sharpness to be sharper or softer.
Configures settings for one-touch editing and other editing modes.
Chooses audio mode (Normal/Mix) for playback.
Selects VCR or VCR 2 mode for remote control operation.
Sets playback format to match the recording format automatically.
Chooses the display language for menus and messages.
Sets the country for correct regional features and broadcasts.
Defines Video Programme System and Programme Delivery Control.
Explains the NICAM digital sound system and its features.
Provides critical information regarding NICAM broadcasts.
Describes the function that optimizes picture quality automatically.
Explains the features enabled by connecting VCR to a Q Link TV.
Describes the functionality and pin assignments of the Scart socket.
Lists and explains common error messages displayed on screen.
Provides solutions for common VCR operational issues.
Offers solutions for common problems with video playback.
Solutions for issues when recording is not possible or fails.
Solutions for when the remote control is not working correctly.
Solutions for issues controlling the satellite receiver.
Solutions for problems with the tape library system.
Solutions for when subtitles or closed captions do not appear.
Addresses issues with TV program titles not being entered correctly.
Adjusts tracking to eliminate noise bars and improve picture clarity.
Adjusts vertical lock to prevent still pictures from scrolling.
| Type | VCR |
|---|---|
| Video Format | VHS |
| Hi-Fi Audio | Yes |
| Video Heads | 4 |
| Audio Heads | 2 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 45 dB |
| Tuner | Yes |
| Noise Reduction | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Inputs | Composite, S-Video |
| Outputs | Composite, S-Video |
| Recording System | Helical scan |











