Panasonic Combination TV, DVD, VCR AG-520VDH Operating Instructions

Information
Getting Started
TV Operation
Disc Operation Information
VCR Operation
TV/VCR Operation
LSQT0967 A
TV / DVD / VCR Combination
Operating Instructions
Model No. 
• Connection and Initial Setup Procedures are on pages 10 and 13.
AG-520VDH
MULTI FORMAT PLAYBACK
*Ability to play back may depend on recording 
conditions.
As an ENERGYSTAR® Partner, Panasonic Corporation of North America
has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGYSTAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
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On your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reliable 
products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you and 
your family years of enjoyment. Please fill in the information below. 
The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your unit.
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Getting Started
Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité
This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) 
System, is compatible with existing VHS equipment. Only use 
those tapes with the 
 mark. It is recommended that only 
cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in 2, 
4, 6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used. This television receiver 
provides display of television closed captioning in accordance 
with §15.119 of the FCC rules.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT...

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRE CAUTIONS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, INJURY TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE TO 
THIS PRODUCT, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL 
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT.
„ INSTALLATION
1   POWER SOURCE CAUTION
  Operate only from power source indicated on unit or in this manual. If uncertain, have 
your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify your home 
power source.
2   POWER CORD PLUG
  For safety, this unit...

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Getting StartedGetting
 Started
TV and VCR
 Operation
Disc
 Operation
Information
Table of Contents
Information
Getting Started
TV Operation
Disc Operation Information
VCR Operation
TV/VCR Operation
Before Using ............................................................................................................................ 2
Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité .............................................................................. 3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS...

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•  Insert so the poles (+ and - ) match those in the remote control.
•  Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
1  Open the cover.
3  Close the cover.
2  Insert batteries as marked.
„ Break off the tab to protect.
Record Tab 
Screw driver
Cover the hole with 
cellophane tape.
„ To record again.
Do not:•  Mix old and new batteries.
•  Use different types at the same time.
•  Heat or expose to flame.
•  Take apart or short circuit.
•  Attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
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Getting Started
*  A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
„ DVDs that can be played
You can play discs with these symbols.
„ Playing  DVDs
The producer of these discs can control how they are played so 
you may not always be able to control play as described in these 
operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
„ CD-R and CD-RW discs
This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW if they are formatted as CD-
DA (digital audio) and finalized*.
„ DVD-R  discs
Panasonic DVD-R recorded...

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Remote Control Buttons
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1OPEN / CLOSE / 
EJECTWhen this button is pressed in TV / VCR mode, 
the tape is ejected. This button is inoperative 
if pressed during recording. If pressed in DVD 
mode, the disc tray opens or closes.
2 POWERTurns the unit on or off.
3 DISPLAYDisplays the TV status and clock. In DVD mode, 
displays disc and unit information.
4 RAPID TUNEDisplays the last channel you were watching.
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Getting Started
„Front View 
Unit Buttons
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Built In SpeakersEquipped with 2 front speakers.
2Audio Input 
Connector 2Connect from other component. 
(LINE 2)
3Cassette 
CompartmentInser t VHS tapes here.
4Disc TrayPlace compatible discs here.
5Phones JackConnect an ear phone or 
headphones.
6Video Input 
Connector 2Connect from other component. 
(LINE 2)
7POWERTurns the unit on or off.
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VCR  Operation
STOP/
EJECTSTOP:
Stops playback.
EJECT:
Ejects the tape.
9PLAYPLAY:
Begins...

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„ Antenna  Connection
Connect the cable from the Antenna to the VHF/UHF terminal 
on the unit.
„ Cable  Connection
Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company 
to the VHF/UHF terminal on the unit. Overtightening “Nut type” RF coaxial cables may damage 
jacks. Finger tighten only.
•  Turn off the power supply for all com ponents before making any connections.
•  If the cables necessary for connecting a component to the system are not included with the component or available as an option, you...