Video Cassette Recorder NV-SJ200 Series NV-SJ205 Series NV-SJ208AMJ Operating Instructions VQT8783 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.
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Positions of Controls and Components Keep this page open as you read through the Operating Instructions. Refer to it for the control and component names and numbers which appear in the text.
Contents As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. IMPORTANT Your attention is drawn to the fact that the recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may infringe copyright laws. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. FOR YOUR SAFETY ª DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER.
Introduction to Controls and Components VCR Operation Preparing the Remote Control Inserting Remote Control Batteries 2 Numeric buttons To select the programme positions (1–99) of the VCR. Example: 09: 9 1 19: 1 1 Slide off the battery cover. 9 To enter numbers for various settings. 2 = RESET button To reset the tape counter (elapsed time) to “0:00.00”. ≥ The tape counter is automatically reset to “0:00.00” when a video cassette is inserted.
Setting the Remote Control to Operate Your TV Only Panasonic TVs can be operated with the provided remote control. The settings for operating the TV with the remote control have already been made. No additional settings need to be performed. However, some Panasonic TVs cannot be operated using this remote control. TV Operation The explanations below show you what functions individual buttons have when the VCR/TV switch R is set to “TV”.
Connections This section shows you how to connect the VCR to an aerial, TV, etc. When the VCR is turned on after unpacking and connecting the aerial cable and the mains lead, Plug in Auto Tuning starts automatically. Aerial (Not supplied) TV Set (Not supplied) Basic Connections The following connections are required to record and play back the video cassette through the TV.
Tuning the TV to Your VCR The VCR supplies a signal to the TV via the RF coaxial cable on channel E21–E69 (For NV-SJ200BD and NV-SJ205 series) or E3–E4 (For NV-SJ200AM/AMC/AMM and NVSJ208AMJ). It is possible to view the video picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts. If you have connected the VCR to the TV through the video and Audio/Video input sockets, then you do not need to follow the procedure below.
Storing TV Broadcasts in Your VCR Plug in Auto Tuning When the VCR is turned on after connecting the aerial cable and the mains lead, Auto Tuning starts. AUTO TUNING IN PROGRESS, PLEASE WAIT. CH 22 µ 21 SEARCH END: MENU Auto tuning searches for TV stations from VHF minimum to UHF maximum and memorizes every tuned programme position. ≥ If you turn the VCR off during Auto Tuning, Auto Tuning will stop halfway. ≥ If the VCR starts playback during Auto Tuning, Auto Tuning will stop halfway.
Preparations ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Turn on the VCR and select any programme position except AV. ≥ Set the VCR/TV switch R to “TV”. Manual Tuning Procedure Manual Audio System Setting Procedure (For NV-SJ200BD and NV-SJ205 series) 34 3 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “CH” then select the channel number you want tuned by pressing the 21 Cursor buttons (2 1) T. 1 Select desired programme position by pressing the Channel button P.
Blanking of Unused Programme Positions 1 Press the MENU button V to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 1 Press the MENU button V to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 34 2 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “TUNER PRESET” then press ENTER button U. 34 2 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “TUNER PRESET” then press ENTER button U. 34 3 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “CH” then select the channel number you want tuned by pressing the 21 Cursor buttons (2 1) T.
To Add and Delete the Channel Preparations ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Turn on the VCR and select any programme position except AV. Example: If you want to add a new channel between Channel 4 and Channel 6, MENU 1 Press the MENU button V to LANGUAGE CLOCK SET display the Main menu on the TUNER PRESET CH ADD&DELETE TV screen. SYSTEM OPTION SELECT END 2 34 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “CH ADD&DELETE” then press the ENTER button U.
Language Setting of the On Screen Display Preparations ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Turn on the VCR. ≥ Press the VCR/TV button B to select the VCR mode. (For NV-SJ200AM/AMC/AMM and NV-SJ208AMJ) Operations 1 Press the MENU button V to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 34 2 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “LANGUAGE” then press the ENTER button U.
Settings Using the On Screen Display Preparations ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Turn on the VCR. ≥ Press the VCR/TV button B to select the VCR mode. (For NV-SJ200AM/AMC/AMM and NV-SJ208AMJ) To Make Various Indicators Appear On Screen Display At a press of the OSD button 5, the following indications appear on the TV screen. ≥ Press the OSD button 5 again to make the on screen display disappear. 1 CH 1 1 Programme position 234 0:00.
To Select the Corresponding Video Cassette Tape Length to Display the Approximate Remaining Tape Time (TAPE SELECT) On Screen Display 1 Press the MENU button V to display the Main menu on the TV screen. MENU LANGUAGE CLOCK SET TUNER PRESET CH ADD&DELETE SYSTEM OPTION SELECT END 34 2 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “OPTION” then press the ENTER button U.
For Reduced the VCR’s Power Consumption When the VCR Is Switched Off Follow steps 1 to 2 of TAPE SELECT. 34 3 Press the Cursor buttons (34 34) T to select “POWER SAVE” then select “ON” or “OFF” by pressing 21 the Cursor buttons (2 1) T. OPTION TAPE SELECT (E180) NTSC INPUT SELECT (AUTO) NTSC PB SELECT (onPALTV) NTSC CONVERTER (OFF) POWER SAVE (OFF) DIRECT REC (OFF) SELECT: END :MENU ON: This setting makes the display disappear when the VCR is off.
Setting the System Setting the System for Playback This VCR can play back tapes recorded in the video system of PAL, MESECAM or NTSC. Set the System according to the video system of a tape you want to play back. When you play back a tape, make sure that the system is set properly. PAL MESECAM System Setting SYSTEM *1 Video Output Aerial Output ≥ AUTO *3 PAL MESECAM NTSC PAL PAL B.G / I / DK 5.5 6.0 6.5 ≥ AUTO PAL MESECAM NTSC SECAM SECAM B.G / I / DK 5.5 6.0 6.
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. ≥ Make sure that the system is set properly. See page 17. For Normal Playback: To Stop Playback Automatically (Playback Off Timer Function) Whenever you are playing back and wish to stop the tape automatically, simply set the playback duration by pressing the PLAY OFF TIMER Á button Z on the VCR repeatedly.
NTSC Playback Convenient Automatic Functions Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back with this VCR via a PAL system TV. ≥ Make sure that the system is set properly. See page 17. ¡ Select “NTSC PB SELECT” from the on screen display according to the colour TV system of the TV. (See page 15.) VCR Auto Power On When you insert a video cassette, the VCR switches on automatically. ¡ NTSC 3.58 recording requires “NTSC INPUT SELECT” to be in the “AUTO” or “3.
Manual Recording Preparations ≥ Confirm that the VCR is on. ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Set the VCR/TV switch R to “VCR”. ≥ Press the VCR/TV button B to select the VCR mode. (For NV-SJ200AM/AMC/AMM and NV-SJ208AMJ) To View One TV Programme while Recording Another TV Programme Operations To Display the Approximate Remaining Tape Time 1 2 3 4 Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab.
To Immediately Record the Same Scenes of Programme That You Are Viewing on the TV (Direct Recording) To Select the Recording Duration and Perform Timer Recording (OTR Recording) This function allows you to immediately start recording the same scenes of programme that you are viewing on the TV. OTR means One-Touch Recording and is called this way, because you can start recording and select the recording duration by repeatedly pressing a single button.
Timer Recording 4-Key Programming Up to 8 timer programmes, including weekly and daily programmes, can be recorded up to one month in advance by setting the timer. Preparations ≥ Confirm that the VCR is on. ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. ≥ Check that the clock is set to the correct time. If it has not been set, refer to page 13. ≥ Make sure that the system is set properly. See page 17.
Weekly Timer Recording In step 3 of 4-Key Programming, select the desired day by pressing the DATE s button ;. For example, SU (Sunday) TIMER PROGRAMME CH DATE ON OFF 2 SU – – : – – – – : – – SP : TIMER REC : PROG/CHECK (SU=Sunday, MO=Monday, TU=Tuesday, WE=Wednesday, TH=Thursday, FR=Friday, SA=Saturday) Daily Timer Recording For this timer function, several groups of days can be selected.
Checking a Timer Programme ¡ The VCR must be turned on, or in timer recording standby mode. ¡ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. 1 Press the PROG./CHECK button < twice. 2 Press the MENU button V to exit the On Screen Display.
Search Functions To Find the Beginning of Each Recording (VHS Index Search System) Searching while Checking the Video Cassette Contents (Intro-Jet Scan) This VCR automatically records special index signals on the tape every time a recording is started. The Index search function makes use of these index signals to let you find the beginning of a desired programme quickly and easily. This VCR automatically records special index signals on the tape every time a recording starts.
Editing Assembly Editing Operations 1 Press the Play button I to start playback. This function can be used to make up an edited tape from other recordings or video sources. A new scene can be added to the end of previous one. 2 At the point where you want to join a new scene, press the Pause/Slow button 7 to put it in the still playback mode. 3 Press the REC button K to put it in the recording pause mode.
Before Requesting Service Message of On Screen Display On screen display messages are displayed. The error message is indicated in brackets [ ]. [PLEASE PUT IN A VIDEO CASSETTE.] ‘ REC/OTR button ^ (REC button K), TIMER REC button D or DIRECT REC button 6 has been pressed without a video cassette inserted. Insert a video cassette. [PLEASE STOP THE TAPE.] ‘ “TUNER PRESET” has been selected during playback. Stop the tape. [PLEASE SET THE CLOCK.] ‘ TIMER REC button D or PROG.
Recording will not operate correctly The symptom description is indicated in quotations “ ”. “The 1 indication flashes whenever recording is attempted.” ‘ The erasure prevention tab on the video cassette has been broken off. Use a tape with an intact erasure prevention tab, or cover the tab hole with adhesive tape, if the original recording is no longer required. “The picture is recorded with noise or a blank screen.” ‘ The aerial or aerial cable is defective. Check the aerial connection to the VCR.
Usage Precautions Please read these precautions before you operate this VCR. Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature If the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold to a warm place, dew may form on the tape and inside the VCR. (For NV-SJ200BD) In this case, the “8” dew indicator will flash on and off and the VCR will not operate. If Dew Forms in the VCR Dew may form in the VCR if: ≥ The VCR is in a room where the heater has just been turned on. ≥ The VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.
Specifications NV-SJ200AM/AMC/AMM/BD NV-SJ205AM/AMC/AMM/EU/AU NV-SJ208AMJ Power Source: Power Consumption: Video Recording System: Video Heads: Tape Speed: Tape Format: Record/Playback Time: FF/REW Time: VIDEO Television System: Modulation System: Input Level: Output Level: AUDIO Input Level: Output Level: Audio Track: Video Horizontal Resolution: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Audio Frequency Response: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Weight: Dimensions: Standard Accessories: 110–240 V AC 50/60 Hz 1
