VP60GCS.book Page 1 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Operating Instructions DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder Model No. NV-VP60 Series Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
VP60GCS.book Page 2 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Contents Before Use DVD Operations Warning and Important Information...................................3 Playing Discs-basic Play.................................................. 23 VHS Deck and Video Cassette Information.......................4 DivX VOD Contents........................................................... 25 The Remote Control ....................................................................... 4 Accessories ....................
Page 3 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM ENGLISH VP60GCS.book Warning and Important Information Dear Customer Important CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
VP60GCS.book Page 4 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM VHS Deck and Video Cassette Information ª Surge Absorber ª S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) For further protection, this product is equipped with new surge absorbing circuits which prevent damage due to power surges caused by lightning. ≥This function may not be effective for surges by direct lightning. ª Crystal View Control It is possible to playback video cassettes recorded in the S-VHS system.
VP60GCS.book Page 5 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Disc Information ª Discs that can be played Recorded on a DVD video recorder, etc. Disc Recorded on a Personal computer, etc.
VP60GCS.book Page 6 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Disc Information ª WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX files that can be played Playable WMA§ format Features WMA has the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3. Indication [WMA] Extension “.WMA” or “.wma” Bit rate between 48 kbps and 320 kbps Playable MP3§ format Features MP3 is an audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately one-tenth of its size without any considerable loss of audio quality.
VP60GCS.book Page 7 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Control Reference Guide Operations in these instructions are described mainly for the remote control, but you can do the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same. Before Use Main Unit ª Common section Power button (Í/I) ≥Press [Í/I] to switch this unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still connected to the main AC power.
Text 1.fm Page 8 Monday, March 6, 2006 4:39 PM Control Reference Guide Remote Control (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (21) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (24) (25) ª [VHS/DVD SELECT] button Press this button to select either VHS or DVD. The selector indicator on the unit’s display lights up to show the selected section. (l 7) [VHS SELECT] ≥Switch the player mode to VHS. [DVD SELECT] ≥Switch the player mode to DVD.
VP60GCS.book Page 9 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Connections Basic Connections TV Set (Not supplied) The following connections are required to record on a video cassette and playback a video cassette/discs through the TV. ≥Refer to the TV’s operating instructions. ≥Turn the TV off and disconnect its AC mains lead. Aerial (Not supplied) To mains supply Aerial Connector Note: The included AC mains lead are for use with this unit only. Do not use them with other equipment.
Text 1.fm Page 10 Monday, March 6, 2006 4:46 PM Connections The output terminal common to VHS and DVD and the one exclusively for DVD For the VHS/DVD OUT terminal, VHS and DVD outputs can be switched or it can be automatically switched on to the output side that has started playing back. The DVD OUT terminal can only output the DVD signal. Notes: ≥When Video is switched to DVD or vice versa, the audio volume may suddenly increase or decrease.
VP60GCS.book Page 11 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Operating the TV TV Maker Setting (1) (2) (3) (4) Numeric Buttons You can operate the TVs of the manufacturers listed below with the remote control after setting it. ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... [1] Refer to the chart below for the code of your TV. ................
VP60GCS.book Page 12 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Tuning the TV to Your Unit The unit supplies a signal to the TV via the RF coaxial cable on channel E21sE69. It is possible to view the unit’s picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts. The unit is fitted with its own tuner (just like a normal TV) and can be preset to receive up to 99 TV broadcast stations. ≥Press [VHS SELECT] (l 8).
VP60GCS.book Page 13 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Setting Up for VHS and DVD Quick Setup Make basic settings for VHS. These settings are retained in the memory until they are changed, even if the unit is turned off. ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Turn on the unit. ≥Press [VHS SELECT] (l 8). Make basic settings for DVD.The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings such as Menu Language (l 37) and TV Aspect (l below).
VP60GCS.book Page 14 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Playback ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [ÍVHS] to turn on the unit. ≥Press [VHS SELECT] (l 8). Play If you press and hold [1PLAY] for 5 seconds or more, you can playback the recorded part on the tape repeatedly. (l below) The “R1” indication appears on the TV screen. Press [∫STOP] to cancel (it also cancels if you play, pause, cue, or review). Pause Press this button during playback.
VP60GCS.book Page 15 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Playback ≥When the unit is off, an inserted video cassette can be played back by pressing [1PLAY]. ≥You can eject a video cassette when the unit is in standby mode. The unit switches back to standby mode after the video cassette is ejected. ≥When the end of the video cassette is reached, this unit automatically rewinds it to the beginning.
VP60GCS.book Page 16 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Recording ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [VHS SELECT] (l 8). ≥Check that the clock is set to the correct time. If it has not been set, refer to page 13. .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 17 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Recording One-Touch Recording (OTR) Tape Refresh You can start recording quickly and set a duration. During recording, press [¥REC/OTR] on the unit repeatedly. Select the desired recording duration.
VP60GCS.book Page 18 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Timer Recording Up to 16 timer programmes, including weekly and daily programmes, can be recorded for up to one month in advance by setting the timer. ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab (l 4). ≥Check that the clock is set to the correct time. If it has not been set, refer to page 13. ≥Press [VHS SELECT] (l 8). ........................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 19 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Search Functions VHS Index Search System (VISS) This unit automatically adds special index signals on the tape when recording starts. You can find the desired programme quickly with these signals. During stop or playback, Press [:] (backward) or [9] (forward). ≥Each press increases the number of skips. ¬ To cancel the Index Search or to stop playback Press [∫STOP].
VP60GCS.book Page 20 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Settings Using the On-Screen Display Change the settings to suit your preferences and the environment in which you are using the unit. These settings are retained in the memory until they are changed, even if the unit is turned off. ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [VHS SELECT] (l 8). Common procedures Manual Tuning ......................................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 21 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Settings Using the On-Screen Display Fine Tuning ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... [1] Press [34] to select “CH” and then press [2 1] to select the channel. ....................................................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 22 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Settings Using the On-Screen Display Various Indications in On-screen Display Changing Audio To change the audio, press [AUDIO]. To see these displays, set the OSD item in the “OPTION” menu to “AUTO” (l 21). Press [VHS STATUS]. The time and operation details appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. CH 1 L R PAL 1 Channel display This indication only appears when VHS playback is stopped.
VP60GCS.book Page 23 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Playing Discs-basic Play ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [ÍDVD] to turn on the unit. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). Press this button during play. ≥When “ ” flashes on the unit’s display, the Resume function is active. The unit memorizes the position when you press [∫STOP]. ....................................................................................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 24 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Playing Discs-basic Play Notes: ≥If “ ” appears on the TV, the operation is prohibited by the unit or the disc. ≥If there is a disc loaded in the unit when it is turned on, the disc may start playing automatically. ≥When the whole disc has finished playing, the unit automatically stops. Some discs show a menu screen. ≥When “Press PLAY to resume play” is displayed, the play position is memorized even if the unit is turned off.
VP60GCS.book Page 25 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM DivX VOD Contents DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit (Setup Menu l 37). Follow the online instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit www.divx.com/vod.
VP60GCS.book Page 26 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Useful Functions ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). AV Enhancer (On the main unit only) By simply pressing this button the disc type is automatically determined and the best audio and video settings are configured. Starting Play from a Selected Item Press the numeric buttons. Example: Press [AV ENHANCER] to select “On”.
VP60GCS.book Page 27 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Useful Functions Manual Skip Program/Random Playback For motion pictures except [VCD] [MPEG4] [DivX] and +R/+RW Play starts from approximately 30 seconds later. This is convenient when you want to skip commercials etc. During play, press [MANUAL SKIP]. [DVD-VR] ≥It is not possible to skip the program if the start of the next program is within about 30 seconds of the point you skipped from.
VP60GCS.book Page 28 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Using Navigation Menus Playing a Data Disc Except [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] You can play a WMA, MP3, CD text, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX disc by using the menu. ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). ª Using Playback Menu (except JPEG files on DVD-RAM) While the menu screen is displayed 1) Press [34] to select “All”, “Audio”, “Picture” or “Video” and then press [ENTER]. ≥ To display/exit the screen Press [TOP MENU].
VP60GCS.book Page 29 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Using Navigation Menus Using the contents screen to find a track (CD text only) While the menu screen is displayed 1) Press [34] to move through the tracks and then press [ENTER]. 2) Press [RETURN] to exit. Playing a DVD Video Recording Format Disc Direct Navigator You can use the programme list to search for a desired programme to play. .....................................................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 30 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM To Enjoy Movies and Music More ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). [DVD-V] Changing the position and brightness of the subtitles Changing Soundtracks, Subtitles and Angles Some discs have multiple subtitle languages, camera angles etc. which you can change during play. ≥[VCD] (SVCD only) Soundtrack and subtitle numbers may change even if the corresponding soundtracks are not recorded.
VP60GCS.book Page 31 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM To Enjoy Movies and Music More ¬ While playing a play list Off ,-. Scene ,-. Playlist Advanced Surround [DVD-V[ [DVD-VR] [VCD] (2-channel or more) [MPEG4] [DivX] You can enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using 2 front speakers (SP) or headphones (HP). The effect broadens when playing discs with surround effects and sound seems to come from speakers either side of you. ≥To enjoy HP-mode, connect the unit to equipment that has a headphone socket.
VP60GCS.book Page 32 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM To Enjoy Movies and Music More Variable Zoom Function Progressive Out (Component) For motion pictures: Change the zoom ratio so the pictures expand to suit the screen. ≥Change the setting “TV Aspect” to suit your TV. (l 37) ª Just Fit Zoom e.g. [DVD-V[ During play, Functions ............................................................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 33 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM To Enjoy Movies and Music More Digital Output For [DVD-V[ When you have connected equipment through this unit’s COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO terminal (l 10), change the settings for “PCM Digital Output”, “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital Surround” and “MPEG” (l 37). You can enjoy powerful movie theater and hall-like sound. ................................................................................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 34 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Using On-Screen Menus On-Screen Menus are menus that contain information about the disc or unit. These menus allow you to operate the unit by changing this information. ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). [1] Press [FUNCTIONS] once. (D) [2] Select the menu. (B) (A) Select (B) Go to the next menu (C) Register (D) Return to the previous menu (C) (A) [3] Make the settings.
VP60GCS.book Page 35 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Using On-Screen Menus Audio Menu Other Menu Night Sound Mode You can enjoy clear sound without setting the volume at a high level. On()Off ≥This may not work depending on the discs recording. ≥You can enjoy better sound through PCM-2 ch by connecting to a receiver amplifier. H.Bass On()Off ≥This does not work when Night Sound Mode (l above) is on. ≥This may not work depending on the discs recording.
VP60GCS.book Page 36 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Changing Settings Change the settings to suit your preferences and the environment in which you are using the unit. These settings are retained in the memory until they are changed, even if the unit is turned off. See the next page for menu and option details. ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). Common procedures .........................................................................................
VP60GCS.book Page 37 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Changing Settings Setup Menu Items Menus Disc [DVD-V] Options (Underlined items are the initial setting.) Audio Choose the preferred audio language. ≥English ≥ (Language options l below) ≥Original: The original language of each disc will be selected. ≥Other ¢¢¢¢: Input a code number with the numeric buttons (l 36). Subtitle Choose the preferred subtitle language.
VP60GCS.book Page 38 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Recording from DVD to VHS You can record the contents of a disc onto a video cassette. ≥Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). ≥Select the desired recording mode (l 16). Manual Copying Only discs that are not copy protected can be used. ≥Press [DVD SELECT] (l 8). ≥Set “On-Screen Messages” to “Off” (Setup menu l 37).
VP60GCS.book Page 39 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Before Requesting Service Before requesting service, check the following points once again. General No power. ≥Connect the AC mains lead securely to mains supply. 9 No response when buttons are pressed. ≥Some operations may be prohibited by the disc. ≥The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other external factor. Reset procedure: Press [ÍVHS/DVD] to switch the unit to the standby mode and then back to ON.
VP60GCS.book Page 40 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Before Requesting Service Disc play Play doesn’t start (or stops immediately) when you press [1PLAY]. ≥Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate. ≥This unit cannot play discs other than those listed in these operating instructions. ≥This unit cannot play DVD-Video with a region number other than “2, 3”, “ALL” or multiple region numbers including “2, 3”. ≥The disc may be dirty and may require cleaning.
VP60GCS.book Page 41 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Before Requesting Service Disc picture The picture is distorted. ≥Some distortion is normal during search. — The picture quality is poor. ≥Check the settings in the On-Screen Menu “Picture Menu”. 34 Menus not displayed correctly. ≥Change the zoom ratio to “k1.00”. ≥Set the subtitle position to 0. ≥Go to “Video” in the Setup menu, and change “TV Aspect” to suit your TV. 32 30 37 Black bands appear in the recording.
VP60GCS.book Page 42 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Glossary Audio channel for DVD (ch) ID3 tag Sound is divided into channels based on the sound’s role. Example: 5.1 channel ≥Front speakers— 1 left channel and 1 right channel ≥Center speaker— 1 channel ≥Surround speakers— 1 left channel and 1 right channel MP3 file that has an area in which the character-based information referred to as ID3 tag, is stored. The information of the track, such as the title, artist name, etc. can be stored here.
VP60GCS.book Page 43 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM Specifications NV-VP60GC NV-VP60GCS ª VHS SECTION Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system Video Heads: 4 heads Audio Heads: 2 heads (Hi-Fi) Tape Speed: PAL SP; 23.39 mm/s LP; 11.7 mm/s EP; 7.8 mm/s NTSC SP; 33.3 mm/s EP; 11.1 mm/s Tape Format: VHS cassette Recording/Playback Time: AC 220 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz 22 W §1 Conforming to IEC62107 §2 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3 §3 Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 L3.
VP60GCS.book Page 44 Monday, March 6, 2006 3:23 PM p Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. RQTV0115-1 Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.
