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- Page 1 NV-m �� rn � � � [VI-I S[ Video Cassette Recorder Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instru�tions completely. VQT0884-2...
- Page 2 FEATURES Extending recording and playback BLANK DETECT Button The unit can record and play back up to 6 hours on a single This button searches any blank (unrecorded part of the tape NV-T120 tape, and up to 8 hours on the new longer playing extending for 14 seconds in the fast forward mode, about 3 NV-T160 tape.
- Page 4 •The unit operates on the 2-hour and 6-hour VHS tape format: "SP" for Standard Play and "SLP" for Super Long Play. There The video heads of your Panasonic video recorder are extreme are other VHS units available which operate on 2-hour, 4-hour ly sensitive.
- Page 7 @ Tape Counter with a 10-pin cable and a power consumption of less Remaining Time Indicator-see page 22. than 8.8 W (for instance, the Panasonic WV-3110 or Index No Indicator-see page 20. WV-3160). When a camera with a power consump...
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Page 10: Installation
INSTALLATION The VCR requires connections to both UHF and VHF antennas and the TV set. VHF Antenna UHF Antenna 300 ohm Twin-Lead Cable (supplied) ® Coaxial Cable with one-touch type F Connector (supplied) ® ® ® TV Set VHF Matching Box 75 ohm-300 ohm 300ohm to 75 F Connector Transformer (supplied) -
Page 12: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION To prepare for recording and playback: 6 Insert VIDEO CASSETTE Push this button to open the front cover Reset "0000" �----- Rewind Button SP or SLP ® Push in the video cassette with the window side facing up and Slide POWER Switch into the "ON"... - Page 13 After you finish recording or playback: e;.,,,;; -� �I- al� n nn U UU I I I I I I I I I ..• • � Push EJECT Button, remove VIDEO CASSETTE. When the tape reaches its end, the tape will be rewound •Make a habit of fully rewinding the tape by pushing the automatically.
- Page 14 PLAYBACK AND MUL Tl-MOTION PLAYBACK Prepare for playback as follows: Turn the VCR on. Reset Tape Counter to "0000". Insert a cassette. Turn the TV on and select channel 3 or 4. 1 PLA V Button Memory Switch ,, ,, _,;.;;;.ax ..
- Page 15 MUL Tl-MOTION PLAYBACK (No sound is produced.) First push PLAY Button. STILL-PICTURE (FIELD) playback While the tape is running, push PAUSE/STILL Button to view a still-picture. PAUSE/STILL II • = •If you should leave the unit in pause for more than 5 minutes, •...
- Page 16 VARIABLE SPEED playback SEARCH BUTTON -· a,,liiii ..NCt'-= ,, r, , , ,, u uu (i!] Play Speed Play Speed Controller Indicator Lamps When the SEARCH Button is pushed during ordinary playback, the still-picture playback mode is established if the Play Speed �...
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Page 17: Camera Recording
CAMERA RECORDING The power supply unit of the camera is connected to the VCR as The unit may be used with an optional video camera. shown: For best results, please refer to the operating instructions of the Connect the remote control cable of the camera to the CAMERA camera you are using. - Page 19 RE-RECORDING Connect as outlined below in the following cases for using two video recorders to copy a tape which has been recorded: •You are cautioned that copying and/or exchanging copyrighted television programming may be copyright infringement. Machine playing the tape to be dubbed AUDIO IN (CH1) VIDEO IN Connect "VIDEO OUT"...
- Page 20 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS OF YOUR VCR DOLBY NR Switch co(g)co o o o o [g) AUDIO MONITOR Channel Buttons FUNCTIONAL CHART FOR AUDIO DOLBY NR SWITCH Audio Monitor Audio Monitor Audio Output Jack In order to attain recording and playback sound with least noise, Channel Button Output Jacks/RF Channel 1...
- Page 22 When tape search has been performed once, the next search operation will be different. When the SET/RESET Button is pressed, the CURRENT number will appear on the display. RESET •Program search is not possible with general pre-recorded �NC>EXNO----- SELECTED tapes sold on the market or tapes which have been recorded MEMORY on any VCR other than this unit.
- Page 23 REMAINING TIME Button When this button is pushed during recording and normal playback, the digits on the Tape Counter disappear and the remaining tape time is indicated instead..-�= REMAINING TIME jDOlM'•ojjc-... aj� r,, -; ,;r, Button "' LIIJ I.JU I D I I I I D I I L•-r-J �...
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Page 24: Wireless Remote Control
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL Wireless Remote Transmitter Channel Selection Buttons* Operational Indicator Stop Button Record Button (Two Button Entry) m m m rn DODD rn rn rn rn Fast Forward Button DODD [i[] [IT] DODD Pause/Still Button -Press to stop the tape during PLAYBACK. - Page 25 The unit utilizes an Infra-Red Wireless Remote Control System. This means that the remote commands are sent out as invisible light. For best operation, aim the Wireless Remote Control directly at the receiver window (Remote Sensor) on the VCR. You may find that commands are received even if the Wireless Remote Control is aimed away from the VCR.
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Page 26: Dew Condensation
DEW CONDENSATION Dew Indicator Lamp • • -.-ouecr MT/IIQE• ,. ITMIT ru. • .. lg.,, o o o o (g) l'USM-CJNN CJ � -·- � Like dew, drops of moisture forming on the window pane of a heated room during winter, the same occurs on video recorders parts when: -The unit is in a room where the heater has just been turned on. -
Page 27: Before Requesting Service
TV manufacturer's representative. Refer to qualified service personnel for any technical problems. CLEANING CARE The video heads of your Panasonic video recorder are FOR THE extremely sensitive. RECORDING Although hardly ever necessary, in the event video head cleaning must be performed, it is recommended that the HEAD ... -
Page 28: Specifications
Eastern Regional Office Panasonic Audio-Video Systems/50 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 (201) 348-7620 Midwest Regional Office Panasonic Audio-Video Systems/425 E. Algonquin Rd. Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005 (312) 981-4826 Southeast Regional Office Panasonic Audio-Video Systems/3 Meca Way, Norcross, Georgia 30093 (404) 925-6835...