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Panasonic PV DF2004

Panasonic PV DF2004
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Getting Started
TV Operation VCR
Operation
TV / VCR
Operation
Disc
Operation
Information
TV / DVD / VCR Combination
Operating Instructions
Models No.
Initial Setup and Connection Procedures are on page 18.
PV-DF2004/PV-DF2704
MULTI FORMAT PLAYBACK
*Ability to play back may depend on recording
conditions.
As an ENERGY STAR
®
Partner, Matsushita Electric Corporation
of America has determined that this product or product model
meets the
ENERGY STAR
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect,
operate, or adjust this product. Please save this manual.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
(Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.)
This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PV-DF2004 and PV-DF2704.
Illustrations in this manual show the PV-DF2704. Fea tures may vary, so please read care ful ly.
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Panasonic PV DF2004 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size20 inches
Display TypeCRT
Built-in DVD PlayerYes
Resolution480i
HDMI InputNo
USB PortNo
Built-in SpeakersYes
TunerNTSC
InputsComposite

Summary

Before Using

Congratulations

Product purchase congratulations and information fields.

Safety Precautions

General safety warnings and cautions for product operation.

Accessories

List of supplied accessories with part numbers.

Safety Precautions

Fire and Electric Shock Hazards

Warnings regarding exposure to moisture and proper plug insertion.

FCC Compliance and Warnings

FCC notices on unauthorized modifications and interference.

Environmental Disposal and VHS Notes

Information on lead content disposal and VHS tape compatibility.

Safety Precautions (Continued)

Laser Radiation Safety

Warnings about Class I laser product and hazardous radiation exposure.

Electrical Shock Hazard Symbols

Explanation of symbols indicating high voltage and important literature.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS

Installation Safety Guidelines

Precautions for power source, ventilation, temperature, and personal safety.

Using the Unit

General Unit Handling and Care

Precautions for water, impact, electrical storms, accessories, and cleaning.

Outdoor Antenna Installation

Guidelines for safe antenna and cable connection.

Service and Maintenance

Instructions for product servicing and part replacement.

Information (Unit, Cassette)

Battery Installation and Handling

Procedure for loading batteries and warnings for handling.

VCR Head Cleaning and DST Settings

Instructions for head cleaning and Daylight Saving Time setup.

VHS Tape Specifications

Information on tape types, speed settings, and record/playback times.

Preventing Accidental Tape Erasure

Method for protecting tapes from accidental erasure.

Information (Disc)

Playable Disc Types and Symbols

Identifies playable disc types and relevant symbols.

Non-Playable Disc Types

Lists discs that cannot be played on this unit.

DVD-R and DVD-RAM Requirements

Specifies conditions for playing DVD-R and DVD-RAM discs.

Disc Handling

Disc Handling Precautions

Guidelines for handling discs to prevent damage and ensure playback.

Disc Region Management and Cleaning

Information on regional codes and cleaning disc surfaces.

Improper Disc Storage Conditions

Conditions to avoid for proper disc storage.

Location of Controls

Remote Control Button Identification

Detailed identification and function of each remote control button.

Unit Buttons

Front View Unit Controls and Indicators

Identification of buttons and indicators on the front panel of the unit.

Rear View

Rear Panel Connectivity Terminals

Identification and description of all rear panel input/output terminals.

Connections

RF Input Terminal Connections

Instructions for connecting antennas and cable systems.

AV Input Terminal Connections

Instructions for connecting VCRs and other peripheral equipment.

Connecting the 1, 2 AV Input Terminals

Using AV Input Terminal 1

Procedure for connecting devices to AV Input Terminal 1.

Connecting the Audio Output Terminal

Digital Audio Output Connection

Connecting an amplifier for surround sound via digital output.

Analog Audio Output Connection

Connecting an amplifier for stereo sound via analog output.

Check List

Digital Audio Output Information and Notes

Details on digital audio output formats and important connection notes.

Initial Setup -Ready to Play-

Automatic and Manual Setup Procedures

Step-by-step guide for automatic or manual initial setup.

Tuning TV

Automatic Channel Setting Process

Procedure for automatically scanning and setting TV channels.

Adding and Deleting TV Channels

How to add new channels or remove existing ones.

Manual Clock Setting

Manually Setting the Clock and Time Zone

Step-by-step instructions for manual clock and time zone adjustment.

Automatic Clock Setting Overview

Information on the automatic clock setting feature.

Time Zone Adjust

Adjusting Time Zone Settings

Procedure to adjust the time zone for the clock.

Changing System Language

Instructions for changing the display language of the unit.

Resetting Unit Memory Functions

Procedure to reset all unit memory functions to factory defaults.

TV Operation

Selecting Input Source Modes

How to select TV, Tuner, or AV input sources.

Using Channel and Volume Controls

Operations for changing channels and adjusting volume.

TV Operation (Continued)

Number Key Channel Selection

Using number keys to directly select TV channels.

Rapid Tune and Weak Signal Display

Features for quick channel recall and weak signal display.

Audio Mute and Surround Sound

Functions for muting audio and activating surround sound effects.

MTS Broadcast TV Stereo System

Understanding Receivable Broadcast Audio Types

Explanation of Stereo, SAP, and Mono broadcast audio types.

Selecting Audio Modes for TV Viewing

How to choose audio modes for different broadcast signals.

TV Timer Features

Setting the ON-TIMER Function

Procedure to set the unit to automatically power on.

Using the Sleep Timer for Auto Power Off

How to set the unit to automatically turn off after a specified time.

Closed Caption System

Closed Caption System Overview

Explanation of the Closed Caption system's benefits.

Configuring Closed Caption Modes

Steps to select and set Closed Caption display modes.

Caption On Mute Feature

Displaying Closed Captions with Mute

How to display captions when the volume is muted.

Recording and Playing Back Captioned Programs

Procedure for recording and playing programs with captions.

Video Audio Menu

Video Menu Settings for Picture Quality

Adjusting picture settings like Normal, Movie, and Night modes.

Audio Menu Settings for Sound Quality

Adjusting sound settings like Music, Speech, and Auto AGC.

Video Adjustment

Adjusting Video Picture Parameters

Fine-tuning video settings for color, brightness, contrast, and sharpness.

Adjusting Audio Parameters

Fine-tuning audio settings for bass, treble, and balance.

Basic VCR Operation -Playback-

VCR Tape Playback Basics

Inserting, playing, and stopping VHS tapes.

Advanced VCR Playback Features

Using scene search, still picture, slow motion, and frame-by-frame.

Basic VCR Operation -Record-

VCR Tape Recording Basics

Inserting tapes, selecting channels, and setting recording speed.

Recording Audio Modes

Selecting audio modes for recording different broadcast types.

One-Touch Recording and Pause

Using OTR for timed recording and pausing during recording.

Tape Operation

VCR Tape Search System

Explanation of the index mark system for tape searching.

Index Search for Recorded Tapes

Procedure to directly access recorded scenes using index numbers.

Tape Operation (Continued)

Repeat Play and Playback Audio Modes

Setting repeat playback and selecting audio modes for playback.

Zero Search and Commercial Skip

Features for quickly navigating tape content.

Timer Recording

Setting Up Timer Recording Programs

Procedure to set up to 8 programs for timer recording.

Cancel a Timer Recording

Managing Timer Recordings

How to cancel, replace, or clear timer recording programs.

Special VCR Features

Automatic VCR Playback, Rewind, and Eject

Features for automatic tape handling after playback.

VCR Lock

VCR Lock Feature Operation

Instructions for locking or unlocking VCR controls.

Picture Quality Enhancement Features

Using Digital Auto Tracking and V-Lock Control for picture quality.

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing)

VCR Tape Dubbing Procedure

Step-by-step guide for copying VHS tapes.

V-Chip Control Features

V-Chip Secret Code Management

Entering and changing the V-Chip secret code.

Accessing V-Chip Ratings Settings

How to access the V-Chip ratings menu.

US MOVIES Ratings

Configuring US Movies Rating Blocks

Setting rating blocks for US movies based on content.

US TV PROGRAMS Ratings

Configuring US TV Programs Rating Blocks

Setting rating blocks for US TV programs based on content.

Canadian English Language Ratings

Configuring Canadian English Ratings

Setting rating blocks for Canadian English language broadcasts.

Canadian French Language Ratings

Configuring Canadian French Ratings

Setting rating blocks for Canadian French language broadcasts.

To View a Blocked ProgramMovie

Temporarily Deactivating V-Chip Control

How to temporarily disable V-Chip control to view blocked content.

Deactivating V-Chip Control Permanently

Procedure to permanently disable V-Chip control for ratings.

Display Feature

TVVCR Status and Clock Display

Information displayed on screen during TV/VCR operation.

Auto Shut Off and Blue Screen Display

Features for automatic power off and blue screen display.

Basic Disc Operation

Playing Discs and Basic Navigation

Instructions for inserting, playing, stopping discs, and using number keys.

Disc Navigation Features

Using chapter skip, scene search, and resume functions.

Basic Disc Operation (Continued)

Disc Playback Modes (Still, Frame, Slow Motion)

How to use still picture, frame-by-frame, and slow motion playback.

RESUME Functionality for Discs

How the resume function works for disc playback.

Disc Operation -In PLAY mode-

Navigating DVD Main Menu

Steps to access and navigate the main menu of a DVD.

Navigating DVD Title Menus

Steps to access and navigate title menus on DVDs.

Audio Soundtrack Language

Selecting DVD Audio Languages

How to change the audio language for DVD playback.

Karaoke Disc Vocal Selection

Selecting vocal tracks for karaoke discs.

Subtitle Language

Selecting DVD Subtitle Languages

How to select subtitle languages for DVD playback.

Information Display

Displaying Disc and Unit Information

How to view disc and unit status information on screen.

Picture Zoom Functionality

How to enlarge and move the picture during DVD playback.

DVD-RAM Operation

Playing DVD-RAM Discs

Procedure for playing back recorded DVD-RAM discs.

Play List

Using DVD-RAM Play List Navigation

How to display and navigate the DVD-RAM play list.

Using DVD-RAM Direct Navigator

How to display and navigate the DVD-RAM direct navigator.

Disc Operation -Using Information Screen-

DVD-V Information and Unit Screens

Displaying disc and unit information screens for DVD-V.

Disc information screen 2

CD Information and Unit Screens

Displaying disc and unit information screens for CD.

Disc information screen 3

DVD-RAM Information Screens

Displaying disc information screens for DVD-RAM.

Unit information screen 3

DVD-RAM Unit Information Screens

Displaying unit information screens for DVD-RAM.

Special Disc Operation

CD Program Play Functionality

How to program and play specific tracks in order on a CD.

Program Repeat Play

CD Program Repeat Play Settings

Setting the unit to repeat programmed tracks on a CD.

CD Random Play Functionality

How to play tracks in a random order on a CD.

DVD Volume Adjust

Adjusting DVD Volume Levels Automatically

Setting the unit to automatically increase average DVD volume.

V.S.S. (Virtual Surround Sound)

Virtual Surround Sound Settings

How to enable and adjust virtual surround sound effects.

Multiple Angle Viewing on DVDs

How to view scenes from different camera angles on DVDs.

Settings for DVD Operation

Configuring Disc Language Settings

Setting preferred languages for audio, subtitles, and menus.

Selecting AUDIO OUTPUT

Configuring Digital Audio Output Formats

Setting digital audio output for PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS.

Selecting STILL MODE

Adjusting Still Picture Mode Settings

Selecting Auto, Field, or Frame still modes for picture quality.

Selecting TV MODE

Setting Screen Display Aspect Ratio

Choosing between Pan & Scan and Letterbox display modes.

Warning and Instruction Displays

OSD Messages and Cautions Summary

Table summarizing OSD messages and their corresponding cautions.

Before Requesting Service

Power and Monitor Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide for power, picture, and sound issues.

VCR and Remote Control Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide for VCR and remote control problems.

Before Requesting Service (Continued)

DVDCD and Miscellaneous Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide for disc playback and other issues.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

Information on parts, labor, and service coverage duration.

Warranty Service and Exclusions

Details on service procedures and limitations of the warranty.

Limited Warranty (Continued)

Customer Services Directory

Contact information for product support, parts, and accessories.

Glossary

Technical Term Definitions

Definitions of technical terms used throughout the manual.

Specifications

Product Specifications Summary

Technical specifications for the unit's display, VCR, tuner, and discs.

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