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    Operating
    Instructions
    Video Cassette Recorder
    AG- P
    Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.
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    CONTENTS
    Buttons, Connectors and Indicator................................................... 5
    Connections and Plug&Play Setting  ................................................ 6
    Initial Settings .............................................................................. 7Language Setting  .................................................................... 7
    Clock Setting  .......................................................................... 7
    Tuner Setting  .......................................................................... 8
    Playback ...................................................................................... 8Basic Playback  ....................................................................... 8
    Playback Features  .................................................................. 9
    Recording ................................................................................... 10Basic Recording  ................................................................... 10
    Recording Features ............................................................... 10
    Timer Recording  ......................................................................... 10Changing VCR Plus+® Setting  ............................................... 10
    VCR Plus+® Timer Programing  .............................................. 11
    Express Timer Programing  .................................................... 11
    24HR Quick Programing  ...................................................... 11
    Other Functions  .......................................................................... 12Timer warning display .......................................................... 12
    Checking tape position ......................................................... 12
    Changing display information  .............................................. 12
    Function settings  .................................................................. 12
    Satellite Auto Recording  ....................................................... 13
    Multi-Brand Remote Control  ................................................ 14
    Changing Remote Control Code  ........................................... 14
    Editing ....................................................................................... 15
    Specifications ............................................................................. 15
    Dear Customer,
    Thank you for purchasing the PANASONIC VHS video cassette 
    recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and 
    precautions to ensure safe use of your new VCR.
    CAUTIONS
    Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage 
    to the VCR, Remote or video cassette.
    1. DO NOT place the VCR . . .
    ...in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.
    ...in direct sunlight.
    ...in a dusty environment.
    ...in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.
    ...on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
    2. DO NOT
     block the VCR’s ventilation openings.
    3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.
    4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the VCR 
    or on the Remote.
    5. AVOID
     violent shocks to the VCR during transport.
    VCR Plus+, C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar 
    Development Corporation.
    The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from 
    Gemstar Development Corporation.
    ●Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this 
    video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not 
    possible with this model.
    ●This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) 
    that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings with 
    regular VHS resolution.
    ●HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within 
    an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user 
    to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” 
    within the product’s enclosure that may be of 
    sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric 
    shock to persons.
    The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle 
    is intended to alert the user to the presence of 
    important operating and maintenance (servicing) 
    instructions in the literature accompanying the 
    appliance.
    WA RN I NG :TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE 
    THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
    CAUTION:This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120Vd, 
    60Hz only.
    To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any 
    other power source.
    CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF 
    PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
    ATTENTION:POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA 
    LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE 
    CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU 
    FOND.
    Note to CATV system installer:This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s 
    attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines 
    for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable 
    ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the 
    building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
    CAUTION:Changes or modifications not approved by PANASONIC could 
    void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
    Declaration of ConformityModel Number: AG-2580P
    Trade Name: PANASONIC
    Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
    One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
    Support Contact: Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems 
    Company 
    1-800-524-1448
    This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
    Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this 
    device must accept any interference received, including 
    interference that may cause undesired operation.
    For Customer Use:
    Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located on 
    the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
    Model No.
    Serial No.
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    IMPORTANT PRODUCT 
    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
    Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper 
    use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This 
    product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your 
    personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe 
    the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
    ATTENTION:Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your 
    product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read 
    all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this 
    product and keep this booklet for future reference.
    INSTALLATION1. Grounding or Polarization
    (A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-
    current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the 
    other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. 
    This is a safety feature.
    If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try 
    reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact 
    your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat 
    the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
    (B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type 
    plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only 
    fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.
    If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your 
    electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the 
    safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
    2. Power Sources
    Operate your product only from the type of power source 
    indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of 
    power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local 
    power company. If your product is intended to operate from 
    battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
    3. Overloading
    Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral 
    convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or 
    electric shock.
    4. Power Cord Protection
    Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to 
    be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, 
    paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience 
    receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
    5. Ventilation
    Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To 
    ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from 
    overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.
    ●Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, 
    sofa, rug or other similar surface.
    ●Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a 
    bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the 
    manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
    6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
    The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as 
    recommended by the manufacturer.
    ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
    If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, 
    be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide 
    some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. 
    Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, 
    provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast 
    and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an 
    antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of 
    antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and 
    requirements for the grounding electrode.
    2. Lightning
    For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or 
    when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, 
    unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable 
    system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning 
    and power-line surges.
    3. Power Lines
    An outside antenna 
    system should not be 
    located in the vicinity of 
    overhead power lines or 
    other electric light or 
    power circuits, or where 
    it can fall into such 
    power lines or circuits. 
    When installing an 
    outside antenna system, 
    extreme care should be 
    taken to keep from 
    touching such power 
    lines or circuits as 
    contact with them might 
    be fatal.
    USE1. Accessories
    To avoid personal injury:
    ●Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, 
    bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or 
    adult, and serious damage to the product.
    ●Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 
    recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
    ●Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer 
    and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of 
    the product.
    ●Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or 
    deep-pile carpets.
    2. Product and Cart Combination
    A product and cart combination should 
    be moved with care. Quick stops, 
    excessive force, and uneven surfaces 
    may cause the product and cart 
    combination to overturn.
    3. Water and Moisture
    Do not use this product near water—for 
    example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, 
    kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet 
    basement, or near a swimming pool and 
    the like.
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    Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings 
    as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that 
    could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any 
    kind on the product.
    5. Attachments
    Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of 
    this product as they may cause hazards.
    6. Cleaning
    Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use 
    liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
    7. Heat
    The product should be situated away from heat sources such as 
    radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including 
    amplifiers) that produce heat.
    SERVICING1. Servicing
    If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked 
    change in performance and you are unable to restore normal 
    operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating 
    instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or 
    removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other 
    hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
    2. Damage Requiring Service
    Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to 
    qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
    a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
    b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the 
    product.
    c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
    d. If the product does not operate normally by following the 
    operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are 
    covered by the operating instructions as an improper 
    adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will 
    often require extensive work by a qualified technician to 
    restore the product to its normal operation.
    e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
    f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—
    this indicates a need for service.
    3. Replacement Parts
    When replacement parts are required, be sure the service 
    technician has used replacement parts specified by the 
    manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the 
    original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, 
    electric shock or other hazards.
    4. Safety Check
    Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the 
    service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the 
    product is in safe operating condition.
    How to use the RemoteBefore use, insert two AA size batteries into the Remote with the 
    polarity (  and  ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery 
    compartment or on the lid.
    The Remote can operate most of your VCR’s functions, as well as 
    basic functions of TV sets, cable boxes and DBS receivers.
    ●Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target 
    component.
    ●The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 
    8m.
    NOTE:If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait 
    for a few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.
    Video heads cleaningThe heads get dirty in the following cases:
    ●in an environment prone to extreme temperature or humidity.
    ●in a dusty environment
    ●flaw, dirty or mold on video tapes
    ●continuous usage for a long time
    Use a dry cleaning cassette when:
    ●Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.
    ●The picture is unclear or no picture appears.
    ●“USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears on the screen (only with 
    “SUPERIMPOSE” set to “ON”) (
    pg. 13).
    ATTENTION:
    To mobile phone users:
    Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the VCR may cause 
    picture vibration on the TV screen or change the screen to a 
    blue back display.
    On placing the recorder:
    Some TVs or other appliances generates strong magnetic fields. 
    Do not place such appliance on top of the VCR as it may cause 
    picture disturbance.
    	
    
     
    						
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    Buttons, Connectors and 
    Indicators
    Front Panel
    Rear PanelRemote
    On-screen display
    If you press OSD on the Remote when “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to 
    “ON”, you can see the current VCR status on the TV screen. Press 
    OSD again to exit on-screen display.
    The indications are not recorded even if the VCR is in the 
    recording mode.
    Cassette loading slot
    VIDEO/AUDIO 
    input connectors
    Display panel
    VCR mode 
    indicator Play indicator
    Record indicatorTimer mode indicator
    Channel and auxiliary input/Clock timeREC LINK 
    lamp
    Remote 
    sensor
    Advanced 
    JOG dial
    AC power cord
    The glow-in-dark buttons shown in white on the illustration 
    above are helpful when using the Remote in darkened rooms.
    Number keys
    B+++ E CH125 RECORD
    THU 12:00 AM PAUSE
    STEREO     –WARNING– SP
    SAP      TIMER RECORDING
       TO START SOON
                     (CANCEL)
    INDEX    1
    NORM
    HI-FI COUNT –1:23:45
    Channel and 
    auxiliary input
    Day and
    clock time
    STEREO
    program
    indication
    SAP
    indication
    Audio
    monitor
    indicationsVCR operation 
    mode
    Ta p e  s p e e d
    Cassette mark
    Tape position
    Index number Timer warning display
    Ti m e  c o u n t e r
    	
    
      
    						
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    Connections and Plug&Play 
    Setting
    ACheck contents
    Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in 
    “Specifications” (pg. 15).
    BSituate VCR
    Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
    CConnect VCR to TV
    RF Connection
    ADisconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
    BConnect the TV antenna cable to the ANT. IN terminal on the 
    rear of the VCR.
    CConnect the supplied RF cable between the TV OUT terminal 
    on the rear of the VCR and the TV’s antenna input terminal.
    AV Connection
    (improves picture quality during tape playback.)
    If your TV is equipped with audio/video input connectors
    AConnect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the illustration.
    BConnect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/VIDEO 
    OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video 
    input connectors on the TV.
    ●Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your VCR to 
    your TV, you must also connect it using the RF cable. This will 
    ensure that you can record one show while watching another.
    DPerform Plug&Play setup
    Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet. Do not turn on the 
    VCR. The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically. The 
    time and date can be set automatically by the clock setting data 
    transmitted from one of the regular TV broadcast channels. We 
    call this TV channel the “host channel” and it is a PBS channel in 
    your area.
    ATTENTION:If you use a cable box, Plug&Play will not function; set the clock 
    and tuner channels separately.
    What to do if Plug&Play setting failed
    ●If an incorrect time is displayed on the display panel, perform 
    the “Semiauto Clock Set” (
    pg. 7) or “Manual Clock Set” 
    (pg. 7) procedure.
    ●If “–:– –” appears on the display panel, ensure that the antenna 
    cable is connected correctly. Then turn on and off the VCR; the 
    Plug&Play setting will be automatically reactivated. If Plug&Play 
    setting is not performed though the antenna cable is connected 
    correctly, perform “Manual Clock Set” (
    pg. 7) and “Auto 
    Channel Set” (pg. 8) or “Manual Channel Set” (pg. 8).
    ESet VCR channel
    The VCR channel is the channel on which you can watch the 
    picture from the VCR on the TV when only using the RF 
    connection. Press POWER to turn off the VCR, then press STOP/
    EJECT (
    0) on the VCR for more than 5 seconds. “CH3” 
    appears on the display panel. Press CH+/– on the Remote to 
    select “CH3”, “CH4” or “CH–”(OFF), then press OK.
    ●The VCR channel is preset to “CH3”. Set to “CH4” if CH3 is 
    used for broadcasting in your area.
    FFinal preparation for use
    Turn on the VCR and the TV, and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 
    (or AV mode) on the TV. You can now perform basic playback or 
    basic recording.
    RF cable
    (supplied) Back of VCRFlat feeder
    AC power cord
    Audio/video cable
    (not supplied) To audio/video input 
    connectors Antenna or cable
    Matching transformer
    (not supplied)Coaxial cable
    AC outlet
    To 75  terminal
    TV
    During Initial Auto Clock Set
    “Aut” blinks.
    During Auto Channel Set
    The channel numbers are displayed as they are 
    scanned and set.
    Plug&Play Completed
    The current time is displayed.
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    Initial Settings
    Language Setting
    The default setting is “ENGLISH”.
    AAccess Main Menu screen, then 
    Initial Set screen
    Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to 
    move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL 
    SET”, then press OK or 
    e.
    BSelect language
    This VCR offers you the language choice to 
    view menus and some messages — in 
    English, Spanish or French. Press 
    rt to 
    move the highlight bar (arrow) to 
    “LANGUAGE”, then press OK or 
    e 
    repeatedly until the desired language is 
    selected.
    Press MENU to return to normal screen.
    Clock Setting
    Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly 
    by the Plug&Play setting or if you use a cable box.
    Preparations
    A
    Access Main Menu screen, then 
    Initial Set screen
    Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to 
    move the highlight bar (arrow) to “INITIAL 
    SET”, then press OK or 
    e.
    BAccess Clock Set screen
    Press rt to move the highlight bar 
    (arrow) to “CLOCK SET”, then press OK or 
    e.
    Setting clock semiautomatically
    — Semiauto Clock Set
    You can change the host channel/D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time)/
    time zone setting manually. First follow steps 1
    11 1 to 2
    22 2 in 
    “Preparations” above, then go to the following steps.
    NOTE:The time set previously will be erased when “AUTO CLOCK”, 
    “HOST CH”, “D.S.T.” or “TIME ZONE” setting is changed.
    ASet Auto Clock to ON
    Press OK or e on the Remote repeatedly 
    to move the highlight bar to “AUTO 
    CLOCK”, then press 
    rt so that “ON” is 
    selected.
    BSelect host channel
    You can either select “AUTO” or enter a PBS channel number.
    Press OK or e to move the highlight bar to “HOST CH”, then 
    press rt repeatedly until “AUTO” or the desired PBS channel 
    number is selected.
    CSelect D.S.T. mode
    Press OK or e to move the highlight bar to “D.S.T.”, then press rt repeatedly until the desired setting is selected.
    AUTO: Select if you want to adjust your VCR’s clock 
    automatically by the incoming signal from the host 
    channel. (Auto Daylight Saving Time enables automatic 
    adjustment of the VCR’s clock at the start and end of 
    Daylight Saving Time.) Be sure to select the correct time 
    zone manually in step 4
    44 4.
    ON: Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself.
    OFF: Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you.
    DSelect time zone
    Press OK or e to move the highlight bar to “TIME ZONE”, then 
    press rt repeatedly until “AUTO” or the desired time zone is 
    selected. Each time you press the button, the time zone changes 
    as follows:
    { AUTO { AT LA N TI C  { EASTERN { CENTRAL{ MOUNTAIN { PACIFIC { ALASKA { HAWAII{ (back to the beginning)
    EComplete Semiauto Clock Set
    Press MENU to return to normal screen. Turn off the VCR. “Aut” 
    will appear on the display panel while the clock is being set. The 
    current clock time will appear automatically when the clock 
    setting is complete.
    Setting clock manually
    — Manual Clock Set
    First follow steps 1
    11 1 to 2
    22 2 in “Preparations” above, then go to the 
    following steps.
    ASet time, date and year
    Press rt until the desired time appears, 
    then press OK or e. Set the date and year 
    in the same way.
    ●Holding 
    rt changes the time in 30-
    minute intervals, or changes the date in 
    15-day intervals.
    BSelect D.S.T. mode
    Press OK or e to move the highlight bar to 
    “D.S.T.”, then press rt to select the 
    desired setting.
    ON: Adjustment will be made by the 
    built-in clock itself.
    OFF: Select when Daylight Saving Time 
    does not apply to you.
    CStart clock
    Press MENU and normal screen appears.
    To make corrections any time during the process
    Press OK or 
    e repeatedly until the item you want to change 
    blinks, then press rt.
    MAIN MENU
    FUNCTION SET
    TUNER SET
    INITIAL SET 
    PRESS (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END
    SELECT WITH (   ,   ) AND (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO ENDINITIAL SET
    CLOCK SET
    LANGUAGE ENGLISH
    GUIDE CHANNEL SET
      
    *
     CABLE BOX SET
      
    * DBS RECEIVER SET
    * not function with this VCR
    MAIN MENU
    FUNCTION SET
    TUNER SET
    INITIAL SET 
    PRESS (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END
    SELECT WITH (   ,   ) AND (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO ENDINITIAL SET
    CLOCK SET
    LANGUAGE ENGLISH
    GUIDE CHANNEL SET
      
    *
     CABLE BOX SET
      
    * DBS RECEIVER SET
    * not function with this VCR
    PRESS (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO ENDCLOCK SET
    TIME DATE YEAR
      1:00PM 12/24 00 SUN
    AUTO CLOCK : ON
    HOST CH : AUTO (CATV)
    D.S.T. : AUTO
    TIME ZONE : AUTO
    PRESS (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END     CLOCK SET
    TIME DATE YEAR
    – –:– –AM   1/  1 00
    AUTO CLOCK : ON
    HOST CH : AUTO (CATV)
    D.S.T. : AUTO
    TIME ZONE : AUTO
    PRESS (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END     CLOCK SET
    TIME DATE YEAR
      1
     : 00 AM 12/ 24 00 SUN
    AUTO CLOCK : OFF
    D.S.T. : ON
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    Tuner Setting
    Setting channels automatically
    — Auto Channel Set
    Perform Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set 
    correctly by the Plug&Play setting.
    AAccess Main Menu screen, then Tuner 
    Set screen
    Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to 
    move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER 
    SET”, then press OK or 
    e.
    BPerform Auto Channel Set
    Press rt to move the highlight bar 
    (arrow) to “AUTO CHANNEL SET”, then 
    press OK or 
    e. The VCR selects the correct 
    band (TV or CATV) automatically during 
    Auto Channel Set.
    ●When Auto Channel Set is complete, 
    “SCAN COMPLETED” appears on 
    screen.
    ●If the scan was unsuccessful, “SCAN 
    COMPLETED–NO SIGNAL–” appears 
    on screen. Check the connections and 
    start again.
    Press MENU to return to normal screen.
    Setting channels manually
    — Manual Channel Set
    You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do 
    not want manually.
    AAccess Main Menu screen, then Tuner 
    Set screen
    Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to 
    move the highlight bar (arrow) to “TUNER 
    SET”, then press OK or 
    e.
    BAccess Manual Channel Set screen
    Press rt to move the highlight bar 
    (arrow) to “MANUAL CHANNEL SET”, 
    then press OK or 
    e.
    CAdd or skip desired channels
    To add channels
    APress the Number keys on the Remote 
    to input a channel number you want to 
    add.
    BPress OK or 
    e to set to “ADD”.
    CRepeat A to B to add other channels. 
    Press MENU to return to normal screen.
    To skip channels
    APress 
    rt or the Number keys to select a channel number you 
    want to skip.
    BPress OK or 
    e to set to “SKIP”.
    CRepeat A and B to skip other channels. Press MENU to return 
    to normal screen.
    Playback
    Basic Playback
    ALoad a cassette
    Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is facing you 
    and the arrow on the front of the cassette is pointing towards the 
    VCR.
    ●Do not apply too much pressure when inserting.
    ●The VCR turns on, and the counter on the on-screen display is 
    reset, automatically.
    ●If the cassette’s record safety tab has been removed, playback 
    begins automatically.
    BStart playback
    Press PLAY (4).  
    MAIN MENU
    FUNCTION SET
    TUNER SET
    INITIAL SET 
    PRESS (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END
    AUTO CHANNEL SET
    SCANNING...
    PRESS (MENU) TO ENDTUNER SET
    BAND CATV
    AUTO CHANNEL SET
    MANUAL CHANNEL SET
    SELECT WITH (   ,   ) AND (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END
    MAIN MENU
    FUNCTION SET
    TUNER SET
    INITIAL SET 
    PRESS (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END
    TUNER SET
    BAND CATV
    AUTO CHANNEL SET
    MANUAL CHANNEL SET
    SELECT WITH (   ,   ) AND (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END
    MANUAL CHANNEL SET
    (CATV)
    CH    45  ADD
    PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)
    OR (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
    PRESS (MENU) TO END
    During playback
    Stop playback
    Press STOP (8) on the 
    Remote.ORPress STOP/EJECT (0) on 
    the VCR.
    Pause playback and view still picture
    Press PAU S E (9).
    ●Press PLAY (4) to resume 
    normal playback.ORPush the JOG dial.
    ●Push the JOG dial again to 
    resume normal playback.
    Pause and Frame-by-Frame playback
    Press PAU S E (9) to pause, 
    then press 2 or 6 (or 
    PAU S E (9)) repeatedly.
    ●Press PLAY (4) to resume 
    normal playback.
    ORPush the JOG dial to pause, 
    then turn the JOG dial to the 
    left or right.
    ●Push the JOG dial again to 
    resume normal playback.
    High speed search
    Press REW (3) or FF 
    (5).ORTurn the JOG dial quickly to 
    the left or right.
    ●Press PLAY (4) to resume normal playback.
    ●If you press and hold REW (3) or FF (5) for more than 
    2 seconds, simply releasing it cancels the picture search, and 
    normal playback resumes.
    Picture search at variable speed (including slow-motion)
    Press 2 or 6 
    repeatedly.ORTurn the JOG dial to the left 
    or right.
    ●Press PLAY (4) to resume normal playback.
    ●Each time you press 2 or 6 or each time JOG dial passes 
    a click position, the playback speed changes. To decrease the 
    speed during picture search, press the opposite direction button 
    repeatedly or turn the dial in the opposite direction.
    ●During still picture, press and hold 
    6 to start forward (or 2 to start reverse) slow motion playback. When you release 
    the button, still picture resumes. During still picture, holding 
    PAU S E (
    9) for more than 2 seconds also starts forward slow 
    motion playback. If you press PAU S E (9) again, still picture 
    resumes.
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    Playback Features
    Adjusting tracking condition
    — Tracking Adjustment
    Automatic tracking adjustment
    Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, automatic tracking 
    starts working and continuously analyzes the signal to enable 
    optimum picture quality during playback.
    Manual tracking adjustment
    If automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well during 
    playback, follow the procedures below.
    On the Remote
    APress SP/EP during playback to activate manual tracking.
    BPress CH +/– to eliminate the noises. Press it briefly for a fine 
    adjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment.
    ●Press SP/EP again to reactivate automatic tracking.
    On the VCR
    APress CH + and – simultaneously during playback to activate 
    manual tracking.
    BPress CH + or – to eliminate the noises. Press it briefly for a 
    fine adjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment.
    ●Press CH + and – simultaneously again to reactivate 
    automatic tracking.
    Selecting monitor sound
    — Audio Monitor
    While playing back a tape on which stereo sound or SAP sound is 
    recorded, press A. MONITOR on the Remote. Each time you press 
    the button, sound changes.
    HI-FI: Normally select this. Hi-Fi sound is played back.
    HI-FI L: Sound on the left Hi-Fi channel is played back.
    HI-FI R: Sound on the right Hi-Fi channel is played back.
    NORM: Sound on the normal track is played back.
    NORM HI-FI: Both sounds on the Hi-Fi track and normal track are 
    mixed and played back.
    NOTE:The above indication appears when “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to 
    “ON” (pg. 13), though the monitor sound changes in 
    sequence.
    Automatic operations after rewinding
    — Next Function Memory
    The Next Function Memory “tells” the VCR what to do after 
    rewinding is complete. Ensure that the VCR is in stop mode.●For Automatic Playback Start
    Press REW (
    3), then press PLAY (4) within 2 seconds.
    ●For Automatic Power Off
    Press REW (
    3), then press POWER within 2 seconds.
    ●For Automatic Timer Standby
    Press REW (
    3), then press TIMER within 2 seconds.
    NOTE:It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer Standby function if 
    the cassette’s record safety tab is removed.
    Playing back tape repeatedly (100 times)
    — Repeat Play
    During playback, press and hold PLAY (4) for more than 
    5 seconds. The play indicator ($) on the display panel starts 
    blinking slowly. To cancel playback, press STOP (8) on the 
    Remote or STOP/EJECT (0) on the VCR.
    Locating beginning of recordings
    — Index Search
    Index codes are placed on the tape at the beginning of each 
    recording when recording on this VCR.
    AWhile the tape is not running, press SHUTTLE PLUS 2 or 6 on the Remote to start search.
    BTo access a recording of 2 to 9 index 
    codes away, press 2 or 6 
    repeatedly until the correct number is 
    displayed on the screen (only if 
    “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to “ON” 
    (
    pg. 13)). Playback begins 
    automatically when the desired 
    recording is located.
    Locating beginning of timer recordings
    — Instant Review
    Press REVIEW on the Remote after ensuring that the VCR is in the 
    timer recording standby mode.
    ●The VCR turns on, and rewinds to the index code indicating the 
    beginning of the last timer-recorded program, then begins 
    playback automatically.
    ●You can access a program of 2 to 9 index codes away from the 
    current position on the tape. If, for example, you have 
    5 programs recorded and you want to watch the third one, press 
    REVIEW three times.
    ●The Instant Review function will also operate if the VCR is 
    turned on.
    Skipping unwanted portions
    — Skip Search
    Press SKIP SEARCH on the Remote once to 4 times during 
    playback. Each press initiates a 30-second period of high speed 
    playback (up to 2 minutes). When the specified portion of the tape 
    is skipped, normal playback resumes automatically. To return to 
    normal playback during Skip Search, press PLAY (
    4).
    When the tape is not running
    Rewind/fast-forward at high speed
    Press REW (3) or FF 
    (5).ORTurn the JOG dial to the left 
    or right.
    Eject the tape
    Press STOP/EJECT (0).
    ●You can also eject the cassette when the VCR is turned off.
    Turn off the VCR
    Press POWER.
    Reverse Forward
    Reverse 
    search 
    3stepsReverse 
    playReverse 
    slow 
    motion 
    2stepsSlow 
    motion 
    2stepsNormal 
    playForward 
    search 
    4steps
    INDEX   1
    2nd next Beginning of the
    current program
    recordedCurrent 
    position on 
    the tapeBeginning of the 
    2nd next program 
    recorded
    Previous 
    program 
    recordedNext 
    program 
    recorded
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    Recording
    It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material 
    without the consent of the copyright owner.
    Accidental erasure preventionTo prevent accidental recording on a 
    recorded cassette, remove its record 
    safety tab. To record on it later, cover 
    the hole with adhesive tape.
    Basic Recording
    ALoad a cassette
    Make sure the record safety tab is intact. If not, cover the hole 
    with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette.
    ●The VCR turns on, and the counter is reset, automatically.
    BSelect recording channel
    Press CH+/– or the Number keys on the Remote [CH+/– on the 
    VCR]. Or push the JOG dial, then turn it to the left or right.
    ●If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF 
    connection, press TV/VCR on the Remote so that the VCR mode 
    indicator lights on the display panel, to view the program to be 
    recorded.
    CSet tape speed
    Press SP/EP.
    DStart recording
    On the VCR, press REC (7). Or on the Remote, while holding REC 
    (7), press PLAY (4).
    Recording Features
    Specifying recording length
    — Instant Timer Recording (ITR)
    During recording, press REC (7) on the VCR repeatedly until the 
    recording length you want appears on the display panel. The 
    record indicator (
    ) on the display panel starts blinking.
    ●Each time you press the button, recording length increases in 
    30-minute intervals (up to 6 hours).
    ●The VCR shuts off after recording is finished.
    ●To cancel an ITR, press STOP (
    8) on the Remote or STOP/EJECT 
    (0) on the VCR.
    Watching one program while recording another
    During recording...
    ●If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF 
    connection to view pictures from the VCR (
    pg. 6), press TV/
    VCR on the Remote so that VCR mode indicator goes off from 
    the display panel. (The TV broadcast being recorded 
    disappears.)
    ●If you are using the AV connection to view pictures from the 
    VCR (
    pg. 6), change the TV’s input mode from AV to TV.
    Then, select the channel you want to watch, on the TV.
    Second Audio Recording
    This VCR’s built-in MTS decoder enables reception of 
    Multichannel TV Sound broadcast. To record a SAP program 
    received, set “2ND AUDIO RECORD” to “ON” (
    pg. 13).
    Timer Recording
    Up to 8 timer recording programs can be made using VCR Plus+ 
    timer programing, Express timer programing or 24HR Quick 
    Programming method as far as a year in advance. Remember, the 
    clock must be set before you can program the timer.
    NOTES:●If all the 8 programs have already been set, “PROGRAM FULL” 
    or “Full” appears on the TV screen or the display panel.
    ●After timer recording is completed, the VCR turns off 
    automatically.
    ●You can program the timer recording while a regular recording 
    is in progress; the menu screens will not be recorded.
    ●Even if a power failure occurs, the VCR keeps your timer 
    programs. However, the clock time, channel settings, and other 
    menu settings are lost. As a result, when the power is supplied 
    again to this VCR after the power failure, this VCR starts the 
    Plug&Play setting automatically to restore the clock time and 
    channel setting. If the clock time and channel setting are 
    restored correctly, each timer program you have made will start 
    at its start time unless its end time has elapsed.
    Changing VCR Plus+® Setting
    The VCR Plus+ programing system assigns a VCR Plus+ guide 
    channel to the TV channels and the cable channels. These guide 
    channel numbers are also called the VCR Plus+ channel codes. 
    Most TV listings have a section, usually a chart, indicating the 
    guide channel numbers assigned to each station.
    To ensure that VCR Plus+ timer recording operates correctly, it is 
    necessary to set the VCR Plus+ “Guide Channel Set” for each 
    station.
    If you have moved to a different area or if a broadcasting station’s 
    channel number has been changed, perform the following steps to 
    set the correct guide channel number.
    AAccess Main Menu screen, then Initial Set screen
    Press MENU on the Remote. Press rt to move the highlight bar 
    (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK or e.
    BAccess Guide Channel Set screen
    Press rt to move the highlight bar (arrow) to “GUIDE 
    CHANNEL SET”, then press OK or e.
    CInput guide channel number
    Press rt or the Number keys to select 
    the VCR Plus+ guide channel number as 
    shown in the TV listing, then press OK or 
    e.
    DInput receiving channel number
    Press rt or the Number keys to select 
    the number of the channel on which the 
    guide channel’s broadcasts are received, 
    then press OK or 
    e.
    ●Repeat steps 3
    33 3 and 4
    44 4 for each instance.
    EReturn to normal screen
    Press MENU on the Remote.
    During recording
    Pause record ing
    Press PAU S E (9).
    ●Press PLAY (4) to resume recording.
    ●You can select channel in the recording pause mode.
    Stop recording
    Press STOP (8) on the 
    Remote.ORPress STOP/EJECT (0) on 
    the VCR.
    Record safety tab
    GUIDE CHANNEL SET
    GUIDE CH :      6       
    VCR CH :  – – –
     PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)
     OR (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
     PRESS (MENU) TO END
    GUIDE CHANNEL SET
    GUIDE CH :      6       
    VCR CH :    47
     PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)
     OR (   ,   ), THEN (OK)
     PRESS (MENU) TO END
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