Video Cassette Recorder NV-HS860EE Operating Instructions Instrukcja obsługi VQT8878 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.
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. Contents Before Use Controls and Components ............................................. Checking the Accessories/Preparing the Remote Control .......................................................................... Cautions ...........
Controls and Components/Regulatory i komponenty 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. Trzymaj tą stronę otwartą w trakcie czytania niniejszej instrukcji obsługi. Odwołuj się do niej dla sprawdzenia nazw regulatorów i komponentów, które pojawiają się w tekście. 1 [ Z 8 °\ TBC 3D DNR 6 6 < EJECT Í/I H ; 5 5 S-VHS/S-VHS ET DIRECT TV REC A.
VCR Operation °\ Cassette compartment When you want to operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”. °c Infra-red Remote Control Receiver window °2 Numeric buttons To select the programme positions (1–99) of the VCR. Example: 9: 9 1 19: 9 To select the satellite programme positions.
ENGLISH Check that you have the accessories shown below . ∏ Operating Instructions ∏ Satellite Receiver List ∏ S-VHS ET Sticker (for cassette tape) ∏ Batteries for the Remote Control ∏ RF lead to connect VCR and TV ∏ AC Mains lead Inserting Remote Control Batteries 1 1 Slide off the battery cover. ∏ Remote Control Before Use Checking the Accessories/Preparing the Remote Control ≥ Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries.
Cautions Be sure to read the cautions carefully before you operate this VCR. Avoid sudden changes in temperature If the VCR is moved suddenly from a cold to a warm place, condensation may form on the tape surface and inside the VCR. If this happens, leave the VCR at room temperature for at least 1 hour before operating it. Avoid humidity and dust Do not use the VCR in very humid or dusty places. This may cause damage to its internal parts.
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 Before Use Warning and Important Information 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.
Setting the Remote Control to Operate Your TV This setting procedure allows you to operate the TVs of most brands using the remote control supplied with this VCR. ≥ Some TV models cannot be operated with this remote control. 1 Set the VCR/TV switch P to “TV”. 2 Look up your TV’s manufacturer in the list of TVs compatible with the VCR’s remote control on the next page. 3 4 While keeping the TV-ON/OFF button 1 pressed, use the Numeric buttons 2 to enter the manufacturer’s code.
Manufacturer Code Manufacturer Code Panasonic 01–04 SIEMENS 09 AIWA 35 SINUDYNE 05, 06, 33 AKAI 27, 30 SONY 08 BLAUPUNKT 09 TELEFUNKEN 10–14 BRANDT 10, 15 THOMSON 10, 15 BUSH 05, 06 TOSHIBA 16 CURTIS 31 WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05, 06 DESMET 05, 31, 33 DUAL 05, 06 ELEMIS 31 FERGUSON 10 GOLDSTAR/LG 31 GOODMANS 05, 06, 31 GRUNDIG 09 HITACHI 22, 23, 31, 40, 41, 42 INNO HIT 34 IRRADIO 30 ITT 25 JVC 17, 39 LOEWE 07 METZ 28, 31 MITSUBISHI 06, 19, 20 MIVAR 2
Connecting and Preparations for a TV Equipped with the Q Link Function Connections and preparations for a TV equipped with the “Q Link”°1 function and equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket. For the connections and preparations for a TV equipped with the “DATA LOGIC”°2, “Easy Link”°3, “Megalogic”°4 or “SMARTLINK”°5 function and with a 21-pin Scart socket, also read from this page. For details about the connections, also read TV’s operating instructions.
The Preset Download function automatically copies the tuning position of all available TV stations into the VCR’s memory when you connect the VCR using a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable to a TV equipped with the Q Link function. To Simultaneously Set Up this VCR with a New TV Perform the following operation steps exactly as described to ensure that the Preset Download function works correctly. √ First of all, make sure that the VCR is switched off. 1 Switch the TV on.
Connecting and Preparations for a TV Not Equipped with the Q Link Function Method 1. If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using RF coaxial cable and 21-pin Scart cable, then follow the steps below.
If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using AV cable, then follow the steps below. Aerial Input socket l Aerial (not supplied) Video Output socket k Audio Input sockets Video Input socket Aerial lead (not supplied) TV (not supplied) Aerial Input socket AC Input socket m Audio Output sockets q Aerial Output socket r AC Mains lead (supplied) RF Coaxial cable (supplied) AV cable (not supplied) To AC Mains socket Connecting and Setting Up or Method 3.
If you are connecting your VCR to a TV using Method 1, 3, or 4 follow the operations explained below. When the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup has finished: 1 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to set the correct time and date. 2 Press the OK button T to conclude the setting. 3 Press the EXIT button S to exit the On Screen Display. Auto Setup Function The Auto Setup function automatically tunes all available TV stations and sets the VCR’s clock to the current date and time.
When the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup has finished: See page 14. To be able to watch the VCR picture on the TV, RF connection requires the video playback channel to be set on the TV. ≥ When “Россия” (Russia) is selected in the Country setting menu, the names of TV stations may not be correctly displayed and the Auto Clock Setting does not work. 01 Switch the TV on. 02 Select an unoccupied programme position (which is not tuned to a TV station).
When You Insert a Video Cassette The Tape Library System makes it easy to check what programmes are recorded on the inserted tape and lets you quickly select a programme for playback. For further details about the Tape Library System, see page 27. When you insert a cassette with an erasure prevention tab: When you insert a cassette without an erasure prevention tab: As soon as you insert the cassette, the Cassette Number Check starts automatically. Wait a few moments until this check is completed.
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. As soon as the cassette is inserted, the Cassette Number Check starts. Wait a few moments until it is completed. (See page 16.) For Normal Playback: VCR display Press the Play button I. Notes: ≥ Cue, review or slow playback will be automatically cancelled after 10 minutes, and still playback after 5 minutes.
To Stop Playback Automatically (Playback Off Timer Function) If you set the playback duration, the playback will stop automatically. After the set playback time has elapsed, the VCR automatically stops playback and switches off. To Activate the Playback Off Timer Function: During normal playback, press the Play button I on the VCR for more than 2 seconds to put the VCR in the Playback Off Timer mode.
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 P to “VCR”. Operations 2 3 4 Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. ≥ As soon as the cassette is inserted, the Cassette Number Check starts. Wait a few moments until it is completed. (See page 16.) ≥ If it has already been inserted, press the VCR-ON/ OFF button 1 to turn the VCR on.
To Make an S-VHS Recording on a Video Cassette For recordings that you intend to play back on this VCR or another S-VHS VCR, we recommend that you record in the S-VHS format to take advantage of this system’s superior picture quality. Be sure to use a video cassette bearing the S-VHS logo. Insert a S-VHS cassette so that the S-VHS indicator is lit. Recording is performed in the S-VHS format.
To Select the Recording Duration and Perform Timer Recording (OTR Recording) 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. This is very convenient, for example when you want to start recording immediately but need to go out or want to go to bed. After the selected recording duration has elapsed, recording stops and the VCR automatically switches off.
Timer Recording This function lets you programme the VCR for unattended automatic recording of desired TV programmes when you are not at home or sleeping. You can programme timer recordings in two different ways: ≥ By entering the necessary information with the remote control while viewing the On Screen Display (OSD) on the TV screen (explained below) or; ≥ By entering the ShowView number published alongside the TV programme listings in newspapers and magazines. (See page 23.
7 The ShowView numbers assigned to each TV programme and published alongside the TV programme listings in newspapers and magazines make it extremely easy to set the VCR for timer recording. The duration of a timer recording programmed with ShowView number may be slightly longer than the actual duration of the TV programme. 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.
Other Timer Recordings and Convenient Functions Setting the Recording Date/Day(s) Perform this operation in operation step 3 when programming a timer recording with the On Screen Display, or in operation step 4 when programming with the ShowView number. (See pages 22 and 23.) You can select the recording date (day of the month/day of the week) by pressing the DATE button ;. If you repeatedly press the i side of the DATE button ;, the indication changes in the order shown below.
Programming a Timer Recording of a Satellite Programme To Check the Contents of Timer Recording Programmings The programming of a timer recording of a satellite programme can be performed in the same way as for normal (terrestrial) TV programmes. For the connection to a satellite receiver and the necessary settings, refer to pages 39 to 41. ≥ Display the VCR picture on the TV. ≥ Set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”. 1 Press the PROG.
To Cancel the Programming of a Timer Recording It is not possible to cancel a programming while the timer recording is being performed. ≥ Display the VCR picture on the TV. ≥ Set the VCR/TV switch P to “VCR”. 1 Press the PROG./CHECK button < to display the timer recording programmings on the TV screen.
Tape Library System This advanced system makes it quick and easy to check the contents of an inserted cassette. It can also be used to quickly find out which cassette in your collection contains a desired programme. Whenever a cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab is inserted, the VCR first performs a brief check and then shows the number of the cassette and its contents on the On Screen Display.
To Check the Tape Library Data To Check What Programmes Are Recorded on the Inserted Video Cassette and To Play Back a Desired Programme Note: ≥ In the case of certain cassettes, for example cassettes recorded on another NV-HS860 model VCR or cassettes whose cassette number was deleted from the Tape Library data, the cassette number and contents (recorded programmes) are not displayed. First, perform the operation steps explained on page 16.
To Check the Tape Library’s Contents by Cassette Number, Title, Category, or Recording Date 5 To play back the desired programme, insert the corresponding cassette. If the cassette that contains the desired programme is already in the VCR, this operation step 5 is not necessary. ≥ The Cassette Number Check starts immediately and the list of programmes disappears temporarily until the check is completed. ≥ If the cassette number does not appear on the VCR display, see page 16.
To Manually Enter or Editing a Title or Category 09 Press the Cursor buttons (34) R to select the desired category and then press the OK button T. Library Edit If you press the LIBRARY button M when no cassette is inserted, operation steps 1 and 2 below are not necessary. In this case, start from operation step 3. 01 Press the MENU button U and then press the Cursor buttons (341) R to select “Tape Library” and “Library contents” in this order.
Caution: The Tape Library system offers a convenient back-up option, in case you later regret having deleted the Tape Library data. To have this option available, make sure you know on which cassette you recorded last before the deletion. If that cassette is not available, record for at least 15 minutes on any cassette. (25 minutes in the EP mode) Either of these two cassettes can then be used to restore the Tape Library that you have deleted. (To restore the Tape Library data, see page 32.
To Restore Deleted Tape Library Data Caution: The Tape Library system offers a convenient back-up option, in case you later regret having deleted the Tape Library data. To have this option available, make sure you know on which cassette you recorded last before the deletion. If that cassette is not available, record for at least 15 minutes on any cassette. (25 minutes in the EP mode) Either of these two cassettes can then be used to restore the Tape Library that you have deleted.
Search Functions 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. Index signals are automatically recorded in the following cases: ≥ When you start a recording by pressing the REC button J, REC/OTR button f or DIRECT TV REC button 6. ≥ When a timer recording starts.
Editing Assemble Editing The assemble editing function makes it easy to record the picture and sound of virtually any number of scenes or programmes in succession. Assemble editing from an external source, for example from a video movie camera, can be performed in the same way. Recording unit (this VCR) Front Rear ] ^ _ Video movie camera n o Other VCR Preparations ≥ Connect a video movie camera or a VCR to this VCR with an audio/video cable or a 21-pin Scart cable, as shown in the illustration.
The album function lets you collect desired scenes (both moving and still pictures) and create the equivalent of a photo album, but on video cassette. The pictures can be copied onto the cassette from a digital video movie camera, a digital still camera or a digital VCR for any desired time that you can preset.
Audio Dubbing The audio dubbing function lets you record new sound onto the normal (mono) audio track. Although this erases the original sound on the normal audio track, the sound on the HiFi audio tracks remains unchanged. Use this function to add narration or background music to a previously made recordings. TBC Í/I < EJECT S-VHS/S-VHS ET Preparations ≥ Connect the audio equipment or a video movie camera to this VCR with an audio cable. ≥ Display the VCR picture on the TV.
Audio Dubbing on a Panasonic Hi-Fi VCR General ≥ The VHS format allows audio dubbing only on the normal (mono) audio track, as the Hi-Fi audio tracks cannot be re-recorded without erasing the video signal. ≥ This VCR's audio dubbing function features automatic recording volume level adjustment, and manual adjustment is not possible. Therefore, when performing audio dubbing on this VCR, the volume level must be considered in advance.
Connecting the VCR to a Decoder/ Connecting the VCR to a Stereo Amplifier To connect this VCR to a decoder or a stereo amplifier, make the connections shown in the illustration below. For the connection to the TV, see pages 10, 12 and 13. For details about the connection, also read the operating instructions of the decoder or stereo amplifier. Be sure to keep the VCR, TV and decoder or stereo amplifier switched off until you have finished all connections.
Connecting the VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Digital Receiver Satellite receiver here includes a digital receiver. The connection method differs depending on the type of your satellite receiver. For details about the connection, also read the satellite receiver’s operating instructions. If the Satellite Receiver is Equipped with a 21-pin Scart Socket If your satellite receiver is equipped with a 21-pin Scart socket, use a 21-pin Scart cable to connect the VCR.
To Prepare the VCR for Remote-controlled Operation of the Satellite Receiver (Setting the Tuner Type) This VCR lets you change the programme position on the satellite receiver and programme timer recordings of satellite programmes—all with this VCR’s remote control. This is called “satellite control”. To enable the VCR to control the satellite receiver, you need to set the tuner type of your satellite receiver. You can find the tuner type numbers on the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers.
To Prepare the Satellite Receiver To make it possible for the VCR to control the satellite receiver, the satellite receiver must be left in a certain condition. This condition is called standby type, and it differs depending on the make and model of satellite receiver. There are five standby types (A, B, C, D, E) as listed below. Find your satellite receiver in the enclosed list of compatible satellite receivers and note its standby type.
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 Download or Auto Setup function automatically so that all available TV stations in the area can be received.
To Enter Newly Available TV Stations To Obtain the Best Tuning Condition 1 Press the MENU button U to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 1 Press the MENU button U to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select “Tuning” and “Manual” in this order. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select “Tuning” and “Manual” in this order. 3 Press the OK button T to display the list of tuned TV stations.
To Change the Type of Video System (Colour TV system) 1 Press the MENU button U to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select “Tuning” and “Manual” in this order. 3 Press the OK button T to display the list of tuned TV stations. 4 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select the TV station for which you want to change the type of video system. 5 6 7 7 Press the Cursor buttons (34) R to select “OFF”.
TV stations broadcast the titles of their TV programmes on special title Teletext pages. If a station does not broadcast EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information, this title information can automatically be registered by the Tape Library for recorded programmes.
To Facilitate the Following Operations with the Instruction Indications on the On Screen Display ≥ To delete a programme position ≥ To insert a blank programme position ≥ To move a TV station to another programme position Use the coloured instruction indications displayed below the list of tuned TV stations and the corresponding coloured buttons. If downloading of the setup data has been performed, only the instruction indication “Delete” appears.
Restarting the Auto Setup or Download/ Resetting the VCR to the Shipping Condition Performing Auto Setup or Download automatically tunes all TV stations available in your area for the VCR. Restarting this function is convenient when you move to another area and may need to set up the VCR again. To Restart the Auto Setup To perform the Auto Setup again, follow the operation steps below.
Setting the VCR’s Clock When “Россия” (Russia) is selected in the Country setting menu, the “Automatic” field does not appear on Clock setting menu. Usually, the VCR’s Auto Setup or Download function automatically adjusts the clock to the correct time. Under some reception conditions, however, the VCR cannot set the clock automatically. In this case, follow the operation steps below to manually set the clock.
Other Convenient Functions (Various Settings) Settings for the Main Menu Item “Display” For Automatic Display of the Channel Guide on the TV Screen Each Time You Change the Programme Position 1 Press the MENU button U to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select “Display” and “Channel Guide” in this order. Then, select the “Channel Guide” field.
8 Present time/Tape counter/Remaining tape time/Index Search/One-Touch Recording (OTR)/Playback Off Timer Function Present time 17:24:31 Tape counter j2:35.47 Remaining tape time REMAIN: 2:34 Index Search 5 02 One-Touch Recording (OTR) OTR 60 Playback Off Timer Function 30 Notes: ≥ If “OSD” is set to “OFF”, none of the above indications appear. ≥ None of the above indications appear during special playback.
Settings for the Main Menu Item “Functions” To Set RFC System the same as the TV system of the connected TV To Set the Type of External Source Equipment that Is Connected to the AV2 21-pin Scart Socket 1 Press the MENU button U to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select “Functions” and “RFC system” in this order. Then, select the “RFC system” field.
To Set the Playback Picture Sharpness (Sharper or Softer) 1 Press the MENU button U to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select “Functions” and “Picture” in this order. Then, select the “Picture” field. 3 Press the Cursor buttons (34) R to the desired picture sharpness for playback. Although the VCR adjusts the picture sharpness automatically, you can change it, if necessary.
Language Setting 1 Press the MENU button U to display the Main menu on the TV screen. 2 Press the Cursor buttons (3421) R to select “Language” and the entry field for “Language” in this order. 3 Press the Cursor buttons (34) R to select the desired language. 4 Press the OK button T to conclude the setting. PAL TV: For TVs that can receive PAL signal. 4.43: For TVs that can receive NTSC 4.43 signal. 5 Press the EXIT button S to exit the On Screen Display.
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.
This function works only if the VCR is connected via a fullywired 21-pin Scart cable to a TV featuring the Q Link or similar function. Q Link offers the following functions: °(1) Download from the TV When you connect the VCR to a TV, the station list data is automatically copied from the TV to the VCR, and the TV stations are assigned to the programme positions on the VCR in the same order as on the TV.
Before Requesting Service Before requesting service, please check the following points. √ The VCR Does Not Work Correctly √ On Screen Display Messages The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “ ”. The error messages are given in brackets [ ]. [Please insert video tape!] ‘ You pressed the REC button J (REC/OTR button f), the DIRECT TV REC button 6, the Play button I, the Fast Forward button H or the Rewind button 8 when no cassette was inserted in the VCR.
√ Recording Is Not Possible or Does Not Work Properly √ The Remote Control Does Not Work Correctly The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “ ”. The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “ ”. “When recording is attempted, the 1 indication flashes.” ‘ A video cassette with a broken out erasure prevention tab is used.
√ The Titles of the TV Programmes Are Not Entered Correctly in the Tape Library Data The symptom descriptions are given between quotation marks “ ”. “The Titles of the TV Programmes Are Not Entered Correctly in the Tape Library Data.” ‘ The “Title page” Teletext page number was not set correctly. Set it correctly. (See page 45.) Adjusting the Playback Picture Under normal conditions, the VCR automatically adjusts the playback picture for optimum quality.
Specifications NV-HS860EE-S 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: AUDIO Input Level: Output Level: Audio Track: Video Horizontal Resolution: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Dynamic Range: Audio Frequency Response: Wow and Flutter: Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity: Weight: Dimensions: Standard Accessories: 220–240 V AC 50/60 Hz 28 W Approx. 3.
