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- Page 1 VQT8539 Video Cassette Recorder NV-FJ610 NV-FJ606 NV-FJ604 Operating Instructions Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely. Series Series Series...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Dear Customer May we take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Video Cassette Recorder. We would particularly advise that you carefully study the Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and that you note the listed precautions. -
Page 3: Controls And Components
CANCEL SP/LP TIMER REC Á RESET AUDIO TAPE AV LINK TV ASPECT ° ° ° See page 4. (VCR Operation) °° See page 6. (TV Operation) ° ° ° TV/TEXT Í TRACKING/V-LOCK VOLUME INPUT SELECT REPLAY OSD/DISPLAY SEARCH SHOW VIEW... -
Page 4: Preparing The Remote Control
VCR Operation When you want to operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV switch to “VCR”. Numeric buttons ° To select the programme positions (1–99) of the VCR. Example: To enter a ShowView number. To enter numbers for various settings. No function °... -
Page 5: Warning And Important Information
SECAM VCR should be used instead. Press the VCR-ON/OFF button to switch the VCR from on to standby mode or vice versa. In the standby mode, the VCR is still connected to the mains. is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. -
Page 6: Setting The Remote Control To Operate Your Tv
The 3 Methods for Switching to the AV Input on Your Panasonic TV Your Panasonic TV uses one of three different methods for switching between TV reception and the AV input(s). Perform the operations steps listed for the switching methods A, B and C below to determine which one your Panasonic TV uses. -
Page 7: Connecting The Vcr To A Tv
Connecting the VCR to a TV If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using RF coaxial cable and 21-pin Scart cable, then Method 1. follow the steps below. (AV Connection) AC Input socket AC Mains lead (supplied) After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto Setup page (Page 8). -
Page 8: Auto Setup Function
“Power save” to “ON”. In this setting, the VCR’s power consumption is minimised when it is off (Standby mode). To turn the VCR on, keep the VCR-ON/OFF button not possible to turn it on with the remote control. - Page 9 TV. Switch the TV on. Select an unoccupied programme position (which is not tuned to a TV station). If you are using a Panasonic TV, select programme position “0”. Set the VCR/TV switch to “VCR”.
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Page 10: Playback
Playback Preparations ≥ Confirm that the VCR is on. ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Insert a recorded video cassette. For Normal Playback: Press the Play button For Cue Playback: During playback, tap the Fast Forward button ≥... -
Page 11: Recording
To Activate the Playback Off Timer Function: During normal playback, press the Play button for more than 2 seconds to put the VCR in the Playback Off Timer mode. After that, press the Play button on the VCR repeatedly until the desired playback duration is displayed on the VCR display. -
Page 12: To Select The Recording Duration And Perform Timer Recording (Otr Recording)
Press the Stop button Linked Timer Recordings with a Digital Receiver When the AV2 socket of this VCR is connected by a 21-pin cable to a Digital Receiver, it is possible to have timer Erasure prevention tab recordings for a Digital Receiver execute automatically... -
Page 13: Timer Recording
Note: If the VCR is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording starting time, the “ ” indication flashes on the VCR display. -
Page 14: To Programme With The Showview Function
Note: If the VCR is not put in the timer recording standby mode at ) P, the Channel the latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording starting time, the “ ” indication flashes on the VCR display. -
Page 15: Other Timer Recordings And Convenient Functions
Ensuring that a TV Programme Will Be Recorded until Its End (Auto SP/LP Change Function) If, at the start of a timer recording, the VCR determines that the remaining tape time is insufficient to record the whole programme, the Auto SP/LP Change function automatically selects LP mode to ensure that the whole programme will be recorded. -
Page 16: To Select A Timer-Recorded Programme From The List And Quickly Locate Its Beginning For Automatic Playback (Programme List Search)
The tape length of the inserted cassette must be set correctly. The VCR must not be in the timer recording standby mode. A programme of at least 15 minutes must be recorded on the tape. If a timer recording was performed onto a recorded video cassette, the previous recording must have been completely erased by the new recording. -
Page 17: Search Functions
Conditions for correct operation of the Index search function: ≥ The VCR must be in the stop mode or in the playback mode. ≥ Each programme recorded on the tape must be at least 5 minutes long. -
Page 18: Editing
Video movie camera or Other VCR Preparations ≥ Connect a video movie camera or a VCR to this VCR with a 21-pin Scart cable, as shown in the illustration. ≥ Display the VCR picture on the TV. ≥ Insert the cassette on which the assemble editing is to be performed, and make sure that its erasure prevention tab is not broken out. -
Page 19: Connecting The Vcr To A Decoder/Connecting The Vcr To A Stereo Amplifier
For details, see page 27. AV Link Function If the VCR is connected to the TV via a 21-pin Scart cable, you can use AV LINK button A to switch the TV from normal TV reception over to the video playback channel (AV input) (and vice versa). -
Page 20: Connecting The Vcr To A Satellite Receiver Or Digital Receiver
21-pin Scart cable to connect the VCR. For the connection to the TV, refer to page 7. Be sure to keep the VCR, TV and satellite receiver switched off until you have finished all connections. For your safety, do not connect or handle the equipment with wet hands. -
Page 21: Tuning And Assigning The Tv Stations Available In Your Area To The Programme Positions (Manual Tuning)
This VCR has 99 programme positions that can be preset to receive TV stations. Usually, if you switch the VCR on for the first time after making the necessary connections, the VCR will start the Auto Setup function automatically so that all available TV stations in the area can be received. - Page 22 To Enter Newly Available TV Stations Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select “Tuning” then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select “Manual” then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations.
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Page 23: Screen Display
To Change the Type of Video System (Colour TV system) Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select “Tuning” then press the OK button R. Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select “Manual” then press the OK button R to display the list of tuned TV stations. -
Page 24: Restarting The Auto Setup/Resetting The Vcr To The Shipping Condition
Auto Setup. To Return the VCR to the Shipping Condition If you want to reset the VCR to the factory preset condition, follow the operation steps below. Press the MENU button S to display the Main menu on the TV screen. -
Page 25: Setting The Vcr's Clock
≥ If “Automatic” is set to “ON” and “Power save” to “ON”, the Automatic time correction function does not work while the VCR is turned off. However, as soon as it is turned on, the Automatic time correction function is activated and the clock is set correctly. -
Page 26: Other Convenient Functions (Various Settings)
E-195: Functions E-240: : ON E-260 1: Power save : OFF VCR display : DIMMED ≥ Even if you have selected the correct tape length, the : DECODER TV system : PAL remaining tape time may not be indicated correctly... - Page 27 ≥ The item “VCR display” is automatically set to “OFF”. ≥ To turn the VCR on, keep the VCR-ON/OFF button 1 pressed on the VCR main unit. It is not possible to turn it on with the remote control. ≥ The Power save function works only when the VCR is turned off (Standby mode).
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Page 28: Country Setting
Press the Cursor buttons (34) P to select “Functions” then Functions press the OK button R. : ON : OFF Power save : DIMMED VCR display Press the Cursor buttons : DECODER TV system : PAL (3421) P to select Language : English... -
Page 29: Glossary
Glossary VPS (Video Programme System)/ PDC (Programme Delivery Control) The Video Programme System (VPS) or the Programme Delivery Control (PDC) is a very convenient system which assures that the TV programmes you have programmed for timer recording will be recorded exactly from beginning to end, even if the actual broadcasting time differs from the scheduled time due to delayed start or extension of the programme duration. -
Page 30: Pin Scart Socket
The crystal view control function ensures that you always obtain the optimum picture quality so that you get the best picture automatically. While the VCR is turned on, the CVC indication \ is always displayed to show that the Crystal View Control is activated. 21-pin Scart Socket The 21-pin Scart socket transmits both input and output signals for picture and sound. -
Page 31: Before Requesting Service
Put the VCR into the stop mode first. Other messages may also appear. Follow the instructions given on the TV screen. √ √ √ √ √ The VCR Does Not Work Correctly The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “ ”. -
Page 32: Adjusting The Playback Picture
‘ The starting time or ending time of the timer recording were not programmed correctly. Set the starting time or ending time correctly. ‘ The VCR was not put in the timer recording standby mode. After programming a timer recording, press the TIMER REC button C to put the VCR in the timer recording standby mode. -
Page 33: Cautions
Condensation may form in the following cases: ≥ If the VCR is in a room that was very cold before the heater has just been turned on. ≥ If the VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity. -
Page 34: Specifications
Specifications NV-FJ610 Series NV-FJ606 Series NV-FJ604 Series Power Source: Power Consumption: Power Consumption When in Standby Mode: Video Recording System: Video Heads: Audio Heads: Tape Speed: Tape Format: Record/Playback Time: FF/REW Time: VIDEO Television System: Modulation System: Input Level: Output Level:...