Quasar VHQ-401 User's Manual
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1. O 23 paoueapy For Model VHQ 451 only VIDEO OUT AUDIO IN y Y VIDEO IN For Model VHQ 401 only Connect VIDEO OUT terminal on Playing VCR to VIDEO IN terminal on Recording VCR To monitor the dubbing also connect a TV as shown Connect L and R AUDIO OUT terminals on Playing VCR to L and R AUDIO IN terminals on Recording VCR VHQ 451 Rear Connect AUDIO OUT terminal on Playing VCR to AUDIO IN terminal on Recording VCR VHQ 401 Rear In place of a Playing VCR you can use other equipment such as a Camcoder Simply connect the unit s Audio Video outputs to the Recording VCR Playing Source VCR 1 Insert pre recorded tape 2 Press PLAY then PAUSE SLOW immediately to enter PLAY PAUSE mode Recording Editing VCR Insert blank tape with record tab Press INPUT to set VCR Input mode to LINE for Video Input See Selecting the Input Mode below Press REC then PAUSE SLOW immediately to enter REC PAUSE mode The operation of steps 4 and 5 must be done on both playing and recording VCRs at the same time Press PLAY to start dubbing Playing VCR starts playback 5 Press STOP to stop dubbing E To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV 1 Tum your TV on and tune to the Recording VCR channel CH3 or CH4 2 Set the VCR TV Selector on the Recording VCR to VCR MO Dubbing tapes protected with Copy Guard will have poor quality results Press PAUSE SLOW to2. AY OY l papas sf e 7 NOTE indicates start points of each recording If Index Search is started very close to an index mark that index mark may not be counted in the search Program End Search Locates end point of recording for continuity 1 Press SEARCH twice to display SEARCH in Stop or Play mode Press FF to start PROGRAM END SEARCH 2 SEARCH START FF EXIT SEARCH Examples of Program End Search Fig 1 lp erogami MANO program 2 or sia the current ta ition Press SEARCH button y End Point EF Fig 2 13 Program 1 f pean YR Program 2 ff Stank J ine cargant iapa pont y A ON End Point Fig 3 Prose BEARCA bora Ef rora eean Progam 2 fsearchexceeds atewsecondsin End Point yemas Upon locating end point gt search continues 7 sec past end point gt tape rewinds to 10 sec before end point gt tape plays to end point and stops if Program End Search is started very close to an index mark that mark may be skipped over To cancel press PLAY or STOP For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Important l a remote control button when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again Auto Operation Functions E Auto Play Insert tape gt Power comes on gt Play starts if no record tab NUMBER keys see pg 4 CM ZERO E Auto Rewind Pla
3. HB Slow Motion picture gt Hold down PAUSE SLOW in Still mode gt Press PLAY to release Notes These features work best in SP or SLP mode The sound will be muted To reduce picture noise see Manual Tracking Control on page 25 After the VCR is in Still or Slow mode for 3 minutes it will switch to Stop mode automatically to protect the tape and the video head Press STOP to stop tape Press REW or FF In Stop mode to Rewind Fast Forward tape Press EJECT on remote r or STOP EJECT on VCR to eject tape Remove loose or peeling labels from tapes to prevent tape jam Important lf a remote control button does not wor Record On a Tape etapa cols e egal A Ready Check List O Al connections are made pg 8 17 D TV and VCR are plugged in O TV is on and tuned to CH3 4 or VIDEO LJ Remote is in VCR mode Press VCR VCR Insert tape with rec tab pg 4 e VCR power comes on VCR lights on Multi Function Display Press CH AY or number keys to select channel For LINE input see pg 24 For channels over 100 press 100 key then STOP press the remaining 2 digits SPEED g PAUSE Press SPEED SLOW to select record speed pg 4 CHA SP Standard Play LP Long Play SLP Super Long Play CH Y Speed appears on screen REC xo Bo O Lo D 0 a 3 Press REC to start record To edit out unwanted scenes press PAUSE
4. STOP EJECT CHANNEL UP DOWN Remote RECORD SEARCH TRACKING V LOCK Sensor For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Multi Function Display VCR Indicator Timer Indicator Lights when the Lights when the VCR is set for a Timer VCR TV selector Recording or when One Touch Recording is set to VCR OTR is used Flashes when a Timer Recording is set but a tape has not been inserted into the VCR and when a power interruption occurs during Timer Programming Power Indicator Lights when power is on O5 oF 3 i 20 ol al 30 Function Indicator Shows what the VCR S REC Fiashing PAUSE is doing gt Playback PPFiashing SLOW STILL PP FF gt Dh gt Flashing CUE lt q REW Flashing lt q p gt REV Rear View of the VCR AC Power Plug While plugged into an AC outlet the VCR consumes 3 0 W VHQ 451 Audio Input Connector 2 5 W VHQ 401 of electrical power L R in off condition VHF UHF Antenna Input Terminal Video Input Connector VHF UHF Antenna Output Terminal Rear View of cnc Audio Output Model VHQ 451 Connector L R VCR only Audio Input Audio Output Connector Connector Rear View of Model VHQ 401 VCR only Connections and Initial Setup How to Connect Initial Setup for ANT Cable VCR TV Connect the Cable from VCR IN FROM ANT Antenna Cable to the IN FROM ANT terminal on VCR y D inn
5. Connections seeen 8 17 Copying Your Tapes 24 DST Daylight Saving Time 11 Fast Forward Search Button 6 Features for a Quality PICO dais 25 Function 4 Channel Display 26 Head Cleaning ooooooo o 25 Index Search s an 20 Initial Setup ecen 8 9 MTS Broadcast 18 Multi Brand Control 16 On Screen Display 26 PIAVDACK accio ica 12 Play Button occoooocccncconnccncccoo 6 Power ButtOn ccccssessssecees 6 Power Indicator 7 Program End Search 20 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Puarto Rico 00985 Panasonic Sales Company PSC Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina a AAA ead 13 Record Button co coccc o 6 Remote Control Buttons 6 Remote Sensor aaen 6 Remote Warning ON OFF 22 Repeat Play oooonccccccn o 22 Review Replace or Clear Program Contents 15 Rewind Search Button 6 Select Audio Mode 19 Service Center List 28 Spanish Quick Use Guide 30 31 Specifications 25 Stereo SAP Mono Broadcast 18 Stop Eject Button 6 Tape Position Display 22 Timer I
6. MD 21061 MASSACHUSETTS 60 Glacier Drive Suite G Westwood MA 02090 MICHIGAN 37048 Van Dyke Avenue Sterling Heights MI 48312 MINNESOTA 7850 12th Avenue South Airport Business Center Bloomington MN 55425 OHIO 2236 Waycross Road Civic Center Plaza Forest Park OH 45240 PENNSYLVANIA 2221 Cabot Blvd West Suite B Langhorne PA 19047 Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto rico Inc Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 TEXAS 13615 Welch Road Suite 101 Farmers Branch TX 75244 WASHINGTON 20425 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 HAWAII 99 859 Iwaiwa Street Aiea Hawaii 96701 Phone 808 488 1996 Fax 808 486 4369 As of January 2000 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Panasonic Sales Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto America Rico Inc One Panasonic Way l AVE 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 Secaucus New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 PANASONIC Video Products Limited Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company collectively referred to as the Warrantor will repair this product with new
7. RESET COUNTER TAPE POSITION Model VHQ 451 remote shown VCR Lock Feature When set to ON all operations except for timer record and tape eject are prohibited Useful for households with small children VEA LOCK ACTIVATED VCR LOCK OFF To turn on hold down REC on the VCR in Stop mode with no tape inserted for 7 sec Please ignore the NO CASSETTE warning To turn off repeat above VCR Lock cancels in 24 hours if clock is set Weak Signal Display ON OFF Feature When ON picture is displayed regardless of signal strength 1 Press ACTION to display menu SELECT a gt EXIT ACTION Press 4 to select and display CHANNEL press AV to select WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY and press P to set ON or OFF ON Picture is displayed regardless of signal condition and may not always be clearly visible OFF Screen turns solid blue when signal is weak or non existant Selecting ON has no effect on connected equipment with blue back feature Press ACTION to return to normal screen Auto Shut Off Feature When set to ON VCR shuts off if blank tape is played or no signal is detected for 5 min Press ACTION to display menu Press AV to select AUTO SHUT OFF and press to set ON or OFF 2 IDIOMA LANGUE ENGLISH YCR S OUTPUTCH 3 SELECT a Y SET EXIT ACTION Press ACTION to return to normal screen O D D om 4 0
8. SLOW to pause and again to resume recording Press STOP to stop record Model VHQ 451 remote shown f One Touch Recording record in progress VCR shuts off after preset record length Record using VCR controls gt each press of REC adds 30 min to record length up to 4 hours MM Record one station watch another gt press VCR TV VCR goes out on Multi Function Display gt select channels at TV recording continues 2 Select 1 Insert 4 Press REC Channel a cassette to start Recording Watching one channel and recording another is NOT possible when using a Cable Box or a Satellite Receiver w select channels at VCR Other channels cannot be viewed during This video recorder equipped with HQ recording High Quality system is compatible gt press VCR TV VCR lights on Multi with existing VHS equipment Only use Function Display tapes with the NES mark Only tapes gt select channels at VCR tested and inspected for use in 2 4 6 and 8 hour machines are ree recommended After 5 min in Pause mode stops to Cc protect tape and video head 13 POWER SELECT SET A PLAY STOP lt 4 REW gt FF PROG PAUSE SLOW CHA CH v REC Model VHQ 451 remote shown Today 7 SELECTA Selection Order DAILY Example eo WEEKLY SAT e If you are using a Cable Box VCR Timer Programming Channel Step 3 must be set to the Cable Box output ch
9. channel Television Sound Stereo STOP 12 00AM ABC broadcast Select STEREO audio SERE pes mode SAP MONO l stereo broadcast is weak and display flickers select MONO audio mode for possibly better results Equipped with dbx TV SAP broadcast STOP 12 00AM ABC Noise Reduction for Secondary Audio Program sub STEREO 0 00 Sp true MTS reproduction language broadcast Select SAP ah dbx TV Noise Reduction is required for good stereo separation and audio fidelity dbx is a registered trademark and is licensed by dbx Technology Licensing audio mode for the sub language STOP 12 00AM onos MONO broadcast STEREO gp WN e SAP Normal monaural sound broadcast MONO 4 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Audio Mode for Recording Press SAP Hi Fi to display audio mode Display disappears after 5 seconds Press SAP Hi Fi repeatedly to select desired mode Refer to Receivable Broadcast Types on page 18 e Arrow indicates selection Do a recording See page 13 Audio Mode for Playback 1 Start playback See page 12 Press SAP Hi Fi to display audio mode Display disappears after 5 seconds Press SAP Hi Fi repeatedly to select HIF L A 4 desired mode tr e Select HIFI L R or HIFI L or HIFI R to listen to stereo recordings in stereo sound Select NORMA
10. closed vehicle etc Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme temperature variation If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place moisture may condense in the unit and on the tape TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping surface Do not place this unit on any support that is not firm level and adequately strong The unit could fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and damage to the unit An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overtum arefully follow atl operating instructions and use the manufacturer s recommended accessories when operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment me first to the INSTALLA KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE OF ANY KIND IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN MOISTURE OR STRONG IMPACT unplug the unit and have it inspected by a qualified service technician before use DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM During a lightning storm whether indoors or outdoors or before heey ing the unit unused for extended periods of time disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as the antenna and cable system WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGEDIN Never expose the unit to rain or water DO NOT OPERATE if fiquid has been spilled into the unit tmmediately unplug the unit and have it inspected by
11. el idioma equivocado realice los pasos de Reajuste de Todas las Funciones de Memoria del VCR en la p gina 9 Pulse CH amp para ici Ingl s Pulse CH Y para seleccionar Espa ol O PBS DE SU LOCAL LUEGO PRA FAVOR OPRIMIR CH UP Pulse la tecla VCR TV para seleccionar Franc s Cuando se pulsa una de las teclas anteriores aparece la pantalla FIJACION AUTO CA RELOJ Encienda la caja de cable y ajuste su canal de Estaci n P blica de Radiodifusi n PBS en su huso horario Si utiliza un receptor DSS este tiene que estar apagado Pulse la tecla CH A para comenzar la operaci n de Ajuste Autom tico Canal Reloj El ajuste Canal Reloj se lleva a cabo autom ticamente Si la configuraci n se termina aparece la pantalia siguiente YOR RELOJ CANAL 5 13 2001 DOM 2 20P4 HORA VERAN I EGA ACT CANAL FUADO CA 10 FIJACION AUTOMATICA COMPLETO RELOJ ZGANAL FIJACION AUTOMATICA DEL RELOJ INCOMPLETO POR FAVOR FIJE EL CON LA TECLA ACTION Si aparece la pantalla Fijacion Automatica Del Reloj Incompleto ajuste el reloj utilizando los procedimientos de AJUSTE MANUAL DEL RELOJ Ajuste Manual del Reloj Si el ajuste autom tico del reloj no se ha completado ajuste el reloj manualmente de la siguiente manera 1 Pulse la tecla ACTION en el control remoto para visualizar la pantalla del men RELOJ 2 Pulse AY para seleccionar el mes y P para ajustar D
12. inserted in the VCR SELECT A Y EXIT ACTION set In the same manner select and set the date year time and DST daylight saving time 1 Turn VCR Power on VCR CLOCK _CHANNEL 11 11 2001 SUN 12 00PM 2 Press and hold both an PLAY and CHANNEL SET COMPLETED A on the VCR for eee hor eal more than 5 seconds The power shuts off Press A Y to select the month and to 3 Press ACTION Key twice to start CLOCK and exit 3 Do Initial Setup on page 8 Reset Language Channels Clock XCA l REPEAT PLAY REMOTE WARNING AUTO SHUT OFF ON DIOMA LANGUE ENGLISH VCR S OUTPUTCH 3 SELECT 4 Y 4 gt EXIT ACTION li Language 1 Press AV to select language item VCA REPEAT PLAY REMOTE WARNING ON FE H IDIOMA LANGUE ENGLISH VCR S OUTPUT CH 3 SELECT SET EXIT ACTION 2 Press gt repeatedly VCR l CLOCK CHANNEL REPEAT PLAY REMOTE WARNING on A HUT OFF sl IDIOMA LANGUE ENGL ISH VCR S OUTPUTCH 3 SELECT 4 SET EXIT ACTION For English ON AVISOICONT REMOTO ACT 0 ESPAN ANAL DE SALIDA 3 ELEGIR 4 Y FIJAR SALIR ACTION Errar dde L AGRA CANAL EPRISE LECTURE MESSAGE D ERREUR QUPURE AUTO ES FRANCAIS CA SORTIE SEL Aa Y REGLER For French 3 Press ACTION to exit For assistance please call Press ACTION to display menu E Channels 1 Press lt q gt to s
13. plug will only fit into an outlet one way If you cannot ully insert the plug try reversing it If it still will not fit have an electrician install the roper wall outlet Do not defeat the safety eature by tampering with the plug GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION OUTDOOR ANTENNAINSTALLATION 1 SAFE ANTENNA ANDCABLE CONNECTION If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the equipment be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against built up static charges and voltage surges Section 810 of the National Electrica Code ANSUNFPA 70 in Canada part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the tead in wire o ein to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWERUNESOR CIRCUITS An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines electric ight or power circuits and where it will never come into contact with these power sources if it should happen to fall When installing an outside antenna extreme care should be taken to avoid pee Late lines circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal Because of the hazards involved antenna installation should be left to a professional USING THE VID
14. to the original purchaser A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of the original purchase is required before warranty service is rendered This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during norma use and does not cover normal maintenance including but not limited to video and audio head cleaning The warranty does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures _ which result from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandting misapplication alteration modification faulty installation set up adjustments improper antenna inadequate signal pickup maladjustment of consumer controls improper operation power line surge improper voltage supply lightning damage commercial use such as hotel office restaurant or other business or rental use of the product or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter or damage that is attributable to acts of God IMITS EX Sl There are no express warranties except us listed above THE WARRANTORSHALLNOTBELIABLEFOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGETOTAPES RESULTING FROM THE USEOFTHIS PRODUCTS OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACHOFTHE WARRANTY ALLEXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIESOF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARELIMITED TO THEAPPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD
15. EO UNIT If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location ON section of these safeguards This plug will only fit into a three hole grounding outlet If necessary have an electrician install the proper outlet Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug 3 POWERCORD Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely to have anything rest on them roil over them or be in the way of walking traffic If an extension cord is used make sure it also has either a polarized or grounded plug and that the cords can be securely connected Frayed cords damaged plugs and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by a qualified service technician Overloaded outtets and extension cords are fire hazards and should be avoided DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat ponpon during operation If they are blocked eat build up inside the unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes For protection follow these rules a Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in use or operate the unit when placed on a bed sofa rug or other soft surface b Avoid built in installation such as a book case or rack unless proper ventilation is provided AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or regulator in direct suntight inside a
16. FF ON IDIOMA LANGUE ENGLISH Page 9 Spring First Sunday in April DST ON gt Sets clock ahead one hour Autumn Last Sunday in October DST ON gt Tums clock back one To Make Corrections hour repeat step 1 3 If your area does not observe Daylight Saving Time select DST OFF VCR S OUTPUT CH 4 legac v SET EXIT__ ACTION Keep these time changes in mind when programming the VCR for timer recordings Playback a lape EJECT PLAY REW FF STOP PAUSE SLOW Mode VHQ 451 remote shown Playback using VCR controls Insert a cassette 2 Press PLAY Multi Function Display MM Press STOP EJECT to stop and or eject tape For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com IA Ready Check List O All connections are made pg 8 17 O TV and VCR are plugged in O TV is on and tuned to CH3 4 or VIDEO U Remote is in VCR mode Press VCR 1 Insert a tape VCR power comes on VCR lights on Multi Function Display Press PLAY to play tape if tape has no rec tab pg 4 auto play begins Special Features During Play ll Forward Reverse scene search gt Press FF or REW gt Press again or PLAY to release M Still Freeze picture gt Press PAUSE SLOW gt Press PLAY to release MM Frame by Frame picture gt Press PAUSE SLOW in Still mode gt Press PLAY to release
17. IN VIDEO HEADS MAY NEED CLEANING PLEASE INSERT HEAD CLEANING CASSETTE OR REFER TO MANUAL If you attempt to set or review a Timer Recording and the Clock is not set PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PRESSING ACTION KEY END PLAY If you press a a ell TT function button FOR TIMER RECORDING or POWER been set while the VCR is in VCR Lock mode lf you press an invalid key on the remote while in TV mode If you press REC on the remote control or VCR and a cassette is inserted with no record tab If you press PLAY FF REW or REC on the remote control or VCR without a gt cassette inserted REMOTE CONTROL IS SET TO TV MODE CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB USE VCR VCR KEY NO CASSETTE PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com a Before Requesting Service Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your VCR Power Correction Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet e Set POWER button to on Make sure power source is active Correction Check connections between VCR extemal antenna and TV e Check connections selection P 8 17 Make sure your antenna system CABLE or TV is correctly set Channels P 10 e Mak
18. JES O IN1 OUT 4 ee OU q A channels without o gt VCR using Multi brand mS control feature O oO el E Connect With Two Cable Boxes You Cannot VCR recordand view viewchannel a both scrambled other than the AUDIO INFROM ANT andunscrambled one selected O On channels if for any type of t VHF UHF poe recording equipmentis oO QuTTOTV died This doa Timer po em connection Sail gt a E Vo requires two channel unless A B Switch IN ree i end boxes you select it at SAO OL o9 an A B switch the cable box I and a 2 way 19 0 UNA splitter 17 Connection For Model VHQ 451 only Make the Audio Video Connection as shown on page 17 You can use a TV connected to Stereo amp and speakers instead of a Stereo TV VCR AUDIO OUT Stereo Amplifier Bk 7 aa EL IIIT g d l Receivable Broadcast Types The following are possible audio broadcast types and on screen displays The signal being received is indicated with an mark while the selected audio mode is indicated with an arrow DISPLAY To display the broadcast signal being received gt press DISPLAY MTS Stereo and SAP broadcast Multi channel Television Sound Stereo STOP 12 00AM ABC main language and Secondary Audio renee 0 00 00 Program sub language broadcasts ESAP are being received simultaneously Select STEREO or SAP audio mode MONO SAP MTS Stereo broadcast Hi Fi Multi
19. L for monaural sound Arrow indicates selection deos OOOO 0000 SOO 0000 O GNO lt SAP Hi Fi Le D D Q paosueapy Only tapes recorded in Hi Fi stereo will playback with true stereo sound Standard stereo tapes will playback in monaural sound e To listen to Hi Fi stereo playback the VCR AUDIO L R jacks must be connected to a stereo TV or an external stereo amp and speakers See page 18 If tracking is adjusted during playback Hi Fi audio may revert to normal audio Hi Fi and normal audio playback volume level may differ 19 Tape Operation Search System For each recording an invisible index mark is placed on the tape A program index and information are also included for timer recordings These marks are used to access or scan recordings Index Search Press SEARCH to display SEARCH in Stop or Play mode 5 INDEX PROGRAM EN ENTER INDEX NUMBER 1 NG 1 9KEYS Press number keys to select recording number To calculate number see below Press FF or REW to start search e Play begins at search end To search forward or back 1 index press FF or REW while screen left is displayed 10 sec FORWAAD SEARCH FF REVERSE SEARCH REW W To Calculate Index Number Example 1 To go to rec 2 from rec 4 enter 3 and press REW e ON Example 2 To go to rec 6 from rec 2 enter 4 and press FF
20. Quasar Video Cassette Recorder Omnivision VHS Operating Instructions Models No VHQ 401 V HQ 451 uonsauuog dnjas jeru METET PAJUEAPY A A Connections and Initial Setup Procedures are on pages 61092 As an ENERGY STARO Partner Matsushita Elecine Corporation of es ae America has delermined that this product f ale or product mode meets the ENERGY Grr G Gi STAR guidelines for energy efficiancy uonelado Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect operate or adjust this product Please save this manual Spanish Quick Use Guide is included Guia para rapida consulta en espa ol esta incluida LSOTO3I0A UOI J2ULIOJU INOA 404 ir assistance please call consumerproducte panagonic cal F t nte please call 0 productes panazonic com Important Safeguards and Precautions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING IN STRUCTIONS HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT 1 INSTALLATION POWER SOURCE CAUTION Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in this manual If necessary have you Electric Utility Service Company or Video roducts Dealer verify the power source in your home POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG As a Safety feature this Video product comes with either a polarized power cord plug one blade is wider than the other or a three wire grounding type ptug POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION This
21. SET FORTH ABOVE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights und you may also have other rights which vary from state to state INOA 104 if a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the Customer Satisfaction Center at the Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company address above 5 h 3 w er SERVICECALLS WHICH DONOT INVOLVE DEFECTIVE MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP AS DETERMINEDBY THE WARRANTOR INITS SOLEDISCRETION ARENOT COVERED COSTS OFSUCH SER VICECALLS ARETHE RESPONSIBILITY OFTHEPURCHASER warvid 10 20 99 29 panish Quick Use Guide Guiapararapidaconsulta Como realizar la Configuraci n Inicial 1 Encienda el TV y aj stelo en el canal 3 Encienda el VCR Al encender el VCR por primera vez en la pantalla aparecer SELECT LANGUAGE TO CHANGE YCR 5 OUTPUT CH PRESS ACTION KEY Si la pantalla no aparece verifique tas conexiones entre el VCR y el TV y si el TV est sintonizado en el canal 3 intente cambi ndolo al canal 4 Cuando desee cambiar el canal de salida del VCR por favor rem tase Canal de Salida del VCR en la p gina 11 Si ajusta
22. T Important If a remote control button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again Time Zone Adjust W VCR s Output Only when Auto Clock is set Channel 1 Press lt gt to select 1 Press AY to select CLOCK VCR S OUTPUT CH ADD DELETE CHA v AUTO CLOCK SET REPEAT PLAY OFF MANUAL REMOTE WARNING ON TIME ZONE ADJUST 0 E ge g VCR CLOCK CHANNEL Baton E ACTION 91SeP SELECT 4 Y gt SELECT Y SET XIT ACTION EXIT___ ACTION O ge O 9 O 5 Model VHQ 451 remote shown Add or Delete a Channel IF YOU PRESS ACTION To add channel KEY CR S OUTPUT CH SWITCHES TO CH 4 Select channel with number keys and press ADD DLT CHANNEL 08 ADDEO 2 Press AY to select TIME ZONE ADJUST VCR CLOCK CHANNEL 1 AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL TIME ZONE ADJUST 0 SELECT a Y SET gt EXIT ACTION and press d or P to 3 Press ACTION subtract or add hour s To delete channel as necessary CLOCK CHANNEL Select channel with CH A Y or PLEASE TUNE YOUR TY TO number keys and press ADD DLT CH 4 CHANNEL 08 DELETED 3 Press ACTION 4 Press POWER off to perform AUTO CLOCK SET f f z TIME ZONE ADJUST After 3 seconds DST Daylight Saving Time returns to 0 if clock is f set manually EPEAT PLAY VCR auto adjusts clock for DST REMOTE WARNING AUTO SHUT O
23. a service technician Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may cause electrical interference Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment USING ACCESSORIES Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire shock or other hazards CLEANING THE UNIT Unplug the unit Then use a clean dry chemically untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris DO NOT USE cleaning fluids aerosols or forced air that could over spray or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock Any substance as wax t tape etc may mar the cabinet surface Exposure to greasy humid or dusty areas may adversely affect intemal parts DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF lf after carefully following the detailed operating instruc tions this Video product does not operate properly do not attempt to open or remove covers or make any adjust ments not described in the manual Unplug the unit and contact a qualified service technician IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer or those having the same safety charactens tics as the rad a parts The use of unauthorized substit
24. annel AND your Cable Box must be manually set to the desired channel The Cable Box power left on f a power interruption occurs while programming the timer the timer program s may be canceled If TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION appears on screen please reenter the timer programs 14 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com H Ready Check List O All connections made pg 8 17 O TVand VCR plugged in and tumedon O VCR TV selector set to VCR O Clock set correctly Tape has rec tab pg 4 Remote in VCR mode Press VCR 1 2 Press PROG to display PROGRAM Press v to display Program screen TODAY SELECT a Y 1 To set record DATE press AY to select 1 31 one time or DAILY MON FRI or WEEKLY same time each week and press P to set See selection order below left 2 To set remaining items press AY to select and press gt to set START STOP times CH channel or LINE input pg 24 and tape speed SP LP SLP Press PROG to end program TOP SUP SELECT START DATE SELECT a 3 SET END PA 20 QI 1 me Qiero G WEEKLY ___ WEEKLY MON SUN TIMER PAG LIST l A CH_SPD a o mm oe ri esi v To Enter More Programs press AY to select and press gt to set an unused program number and repeat step 3 Or Press PROG again to ex
25. ar E Mantenga pulsado PAUSE SLOW en el modo de imagen fija para im genes en c mara lenta Pulse PLAY para liberar 3 Pulse STOP para detener la cinta Pulse REW o FF en el modo de parada para Rebobinado Avance R pido de la cinta Pulse EJECT en el control remoto o STOP EJECT en el VCR para expulsar la cinta Fecha de hoy Operaciones b sicas para la por 7 AIV Orden pera elegir AMO grabaci n Usas seua mm Lom Inserte la cinta con leng eta de protecci n de grabaci n p g 4 La alimentaci n del VCR se activa ee pantalla Multi Funci n se ilumina VCR 2 Pulse CH AY o las teclas de n meros para seleccionar el canal 3 LEGIA a Y FLIJAR z be FECHA DE INICIO E TERMINAR PROG Ejemplo 3 Pulse SPEED para seleccionar la velocidad de grabaci n p g 4 SP Reproducci n est ndar LP_ Larga duraci n e SLP Superlarga duraci n CANCELAR ADD DLT ELEGIR a Y FIJAR BARIR PROG 4 Pulse REC para comenzar a grabar Para eliminar escenas indeseadas pulse PAUSE SLOW para pausar y al pulsar nuevamente se reanuda la grabaci n 5 Pulse STOP para detener ta grabaci n temporizador E Grabaci n de Un Toque grabar en marcha El VCR se apaga despu s de preajustar la extensi n de la grabaci n gt Cada vez que se pulsa REC se adicionan 30 min a la extensi n de grabaci n hasta un m ximo de 4 horas Programacion facil para la grabacion con temp
26. are 1 800 332 5368 Only use tapes with the mark in this unit Loading the Batteries Tape Speed Type of Video Cassette 1 Press latch in Setting and open cover E SP 1 Hour 2 Hours 2 Standard Play 1 Hour 40 Minutes a 2 Insert batteries Long Play a Fours 20 Minutes Ge as marked lt 6 SLP SuperLong Play 3 Hours 6 Hours 8 Hours 3 Close cover O Battery replacement caution Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries 4 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Important Safeguards and Precautions ee 2 3 AOCOSSONM OS chisel id ieee iis 4 Loading the Batteries coooocoooncconernocinarncnnonccncnacanannn nono 4 Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure ccooooononccncncccnanonarenonnos 4 Record Playback Time ooooonooococccccccnncccccoconanananonnnccnononnoninnanno 4 Location of Controls oooconccncononccnnccononaroncnonnarananannns 6 7 Connections and Initial Setup oconorcccccccnnccnccnnonoo 8 9 Reset Language Channels Clock VCR s Output Channel 10 11 Playback a Tape oooooooooococcccccononccnoncccnncacanenanconnanacannanannnaanas 12 Record On a Tape asii is 13 Timer Recording xiii is 14 15 Multi Brand Control Feature oooooccccccccccncnconnnccnacanononons Advanced Connections Cable DSS occccccnn
27. cnnnncccnnnccnononos MTS Broadcast VHS Hi Fi Stereo System For model VHQ 451 only Tape Operation Search System oooooomcccoconoconacancnonecnnaos Special VCR Features oooooooccocccocciononccononcnnononoccanonnases Copying Your Tapes Dubbing cocmccononcnnonenoncncnccnnnnonano VCR 4 Cassette Information ococcoononccinnconccncnananos On Screen Displays OSD oocooconnnnccccccrcnnncnncononcnnnnnnnas Before Requesting Service coccococoonococcoraccononennonccnanononos Service Center List ocooocoonoonincrrccccnnnaconononcnonacononnanos Warranty iria Spanish Espanol Quick Use Guide gt WCU A Se Ghost echt A E E E uol OBUUOY uoijelado Suip1099y uonerado peo ueapy uo1 ewo u dnjas enu JE Ta INOA 104 Location of Controls eiu oka Model VHQ 451 remote shown TV mode VCR mode POWER DISPLAY VCR TV NUMBER KEYS INPUT ADD DELETE SPEED PLAY EJECT SELECT UP CM ZERO SEARCH ENTER REWIND SEARCH FAST FORWARD SEARCH SET SET ACTION PROGRAM TOP RECORD Sr SELECT DOWN SAP Hi Fi PAUSE SLOW RESET COUNTER TAPE POSITION CHANNEL UP DOWN JOLUMEUPDOWN TRACKING V LOCK EJECT button Press to eject tape from VCR If EJECT is pressed during record VCR will not respond Front View of the VCR Cassette Compartment VCR TV selector PLAY FAST FORWARD SEARCH REWIND
28. dity 10 75 AE DEN gt Use dry type head cleaning Weight 2 5 kg 5 5 lbs cassette only Part No NV Dimensions 360 W x 93 H x 242 D mm e Follow cleaning tape instructions 9 9 16 D carefully Excessive use of tape Note Designs and specifications are can shorten head life subject to change without notice If head clog symptoms persist Features for a Quality Picture contact your nearest Factory o Service Center or authorized Digital Auto Picture Automatically controls the video output signal for Service Center See page 28 less noise depending on the tape condition Digital Auto Tracking Cleaning the VCR Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum picture quality Use a soft cloth or dusting Manual Tracking Control to reduce picture noi attachment of a vacuum cleaner to Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to remove dust from the ventilation reduce picture noise Press CH TRACKING amp holes on the back sides and bottom V buttons on the remote control or on the VCR of the cabinet until the picture clears up To return to Auto Tracking press POWER off then on again a few Plastic surfaces are easily seconds later scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents Avoid excessive use of oil based furniture polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust We recommend using a V Lock Control to reduce picture jitte
29. e la misma forma seleccione y ajuste la fecha a o hora y DST Hora de Verano 3 Pulse dos veces la tecla ACTION para poner el RELOJ en marcha y salir Ajustar de nuevo el reloj 1 Pulse ACTION para exhiba el men 2 Pulse d gt para seleccionar RELOJ Pulse AY para seleccionar MANUAL y luego pulse gt 3 ro LANA MANUAL EST AJUSTE ZONA HORA 3 ELEGA 4 FUAR ae VCR RELOJ Y Cana 4 EEE Pulse av y lt gt para seleccionar y ajustar la hora y la techa ELEGIA HORA ELEGIR 4 Y FUAR 4 Ai ACTION 5 Pulse ACTION dos veces para que el reloj comience a funcionar y salir desde este mado 30 Por ayuda llame al 1 800 211 PANA 7262 o envie e mail a consumerproducts panasonic com Y a Operaciones b sicas para la reproducci n 1 inserte una cinta la alimentaci n del VCR se activa En la Pantalla de Visualizaci n Multi Funci n se ilumina VCR 2 Pulse PLAY para reproducir la cinta Si la cinta no tiene leng eta de prevenci n de grabaci n p gina 4 se inicia la reproducci n Sulom tica Detalles especiales durante la grabaci n M Pulse FF o REW para b squeda de escenas Hacia delante Hacia atr s Pulse nuevamente o pulse PLAY para liberar E Pulse PAUSE SLOW para imagen Fija Congelada Pulse PLAY para liberar M Pulse PAUSE SLOW en el modo de Imagen fija para im genes Cuadro a Cuadro Pulse PLAY para liber
30. e sure cassette record tab is intact P 4 Confirm that clock is set to current time and date Make sure Cable DSS box if used is left on and tuned to channel to be recorded Set recording start stop times correctly P 14 Make sure VCR POWER button is pressed off ae Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power interruption occurs before or during a Timer Recording even after power is restored Select channel 3 or 4 on TV to match VCR output channel 3 or 4 P 8 or select LINE Sat VCR TV selector to VCR Adjust TRACKING control in either direction P 25 Try Head Cleaning P 25 Set TV s Vertical Hold Control to MANUAL then adjust Make sure VCR power is on Check Remote batteries Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off P 23 Make sure Remote is in proper mode P 16 Make sure Timer Record is not in progress Correction Make sure VCR power is on Make sure Remote is in VCR mode Aim Remote Control directly at remote sensor on VCR P 6 Avoid any object blocking signal path Check Remote batteries P 4 Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off P 23 Exposing VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or outdoor light may cause signal interference Check connections between VCR externa antanna and TV e Press VCR button for VCR mode P 16 Check Remote batteries P 4 No power Recording 8 Playback TV program cann
31. el VHQ 451 remote shown 15 3 O as 4 Multi Brand Control Feature Multi Brand Control Setup The Remote Control can be set to control some TV functions POWER VCR 1 Find your TV Brand Code Number shown below TV NUMBER keys E Setup for TV control gt hold down TV button gt enter code with number keys If code number is100 or greater gt press 100 key then other digits E g press 100 0 2 for 102 ENTER Confirm code entry gt press POWER to turn selected unit on or off See table below for controllable functions in each mode Cc Repeat setup after remote battery replacement Remote will not control every TV made by the manufacturer listed If you get no response your particular unit cannot be controlled There are NO additional codes for the products listed If your product is not listed then the remote is not compatible with that product Using Multi Brand Control After remote is set up you can select VCR or TV for the desired function aki Model VHQ 451 remote shown Press VCR or TV on the remote Table below shows available unit buttons for each mode VOL UP DOWN VCR TV PLAY STOP EJECT SAP Hi Fi VHQ 451 POWER INPUT number only DISPLAY FF REW PAUSE SLOW REC SPEED keys ENTER CH UP CM ZERO RESET COUNTER TAPE POSITION DOWN VOL UP DOWN Not all functions listed may be controllable In Ane mode it may be necessary to pre
32. elect CHANNEL F VCA CLOCK boas SET WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY OF SELECT 4 Y 4 gt EXIT ACTION 2 Press AY to select ANTENNA then press gt to set your antenna system TV or CABLE SET WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY OF SELECT 4 Y SET gt EXIT__ ACT1ON 3 Press AY to select AUTO SET then press P If you use a cable box set it to the PBS channel in your time zone VCR CLOCK CHANNEL CHANNEL CLOCK AUTO SET CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE AND IF YOU USE A CABLE BOX TUNE IT TO YOUR LOCAL PBS CH THEN PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY This screen appears only when auto clock is set 4 Press CH A e After Channel Auto Set is finished Clock Auto Set will be performed 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to E Clock 1 Press lt gt to select CLOCK TIME ZONE ADJUST SELECT a 4 gt EXT ION 2 Press AY to select MANUAL and press P For Auto Clock Set select AUTO CLOCK SET then press CH A CLOCK CHANNEL OCK SET TIME ZONE ADJUST O SELECT 4 Y SET EXIT ACTION TIME ZONE ADJUST appears only when auto clock is set WAT SELECT HOUR SELECT 4 Y EXIT ACTION 3 Press AV and 4P to select and set the date time and DST Daylight Saving Time 4 Press ACTION twice to start the clock and exit this mode consumerproducts panasonic com VCR s Output Channel POWER VCR NUMBER keys SELEC
33. ge the output receiver it must be turned off channel of VCR please h to VCR s Output Channel on page 1 if wrong language is set do Reset All VCR Memory Functions steps on page 9 WARNING When using Nut type RF coaxial cables tighten with fingers only Overtightening may damage terminals 8 For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com mportant l a remote control button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again Auto Set operation Settings are performed automatically lf the setup is completed the following screen is displayed POWER VCR VCR TV A Press CHA Key to start Channel Clock SELECT SET A PLAY Vv STOP d REW gt FF ACTION DST SETTING CH 10 AUTO CLOCK SET COMPLETED CH_UP KEY ow E po 3 Oc m Jl o eee i If Auto Clock Set is Incomplete screen appears set the clock using MANUAL CLOCK SET procedure shown below CHA v AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PRESSING ACTION KEY Manual Clock Set Model VHQ 451 remote shown If Auto Clock Set was incomplete manually set the clock as follows 1 Press ACTION Key on the Remote to Reset All VCR Memory Functions display CLOCK Menu screen Use when moving VCR to new location or if a mistake was made in the Initial Setup section Make sure a tape is not
34. it 4 CANCEL ADO DLT SELECT 4 Y SET EXIT ni PROG Press POWER off to set the timer TIMER lights on Multi Function Display the VCR button on the remote and try the button again Review Replace or Clear Program Contents Recording is not in progress 1 1 PressPROG 2 Press lt gt TIMER PROG LIST P DT START STOP cH seo Press aY CANCEL ADD DLT SELECT Y SET XIT PR 3 To Replace program Due meee a 1 Press 7 SUN 9 00A 12 O08 08 to display TODAY SELECT START DATE 2 Repeat Step 3 SELECT SET gt pg 1 4 to set END PROG new programs or To Clear program TIMER PROG f US P DT START Stop cH SPD Press ADD DLT 4 SU 9 oe oe pi CANCEL ADD DLT SELECT ia hd SET gt LEXIT ROG 4 Press PROG to end the program e If there are set programs press POWER off to set timer receiver must be left on receiver must be turned off to select LIST to select number Important notes when using a DSS receiver When recording programs via a DSS receiver the DSS When recording programs via an antenna or cable the OSS To cancel a Timer Recording in progress Press POWER and then STOP within 10 seconds to cancel the Timer recording The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi Function Display SELECT SET A PLAY Y STOP 4 oREW gt FF ADD DLT mo O O Le 4 2 5 ta PROG Mod
35. n and maintenance of this unit has been included Therefore it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems Note to CABLE system installer This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC in USA and to the Canadian Electrica Code in Canada 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 FCC Warning Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user s authority to operate Before Using Congratulations Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today Used properly it will bring you years of Break off the tab to enjoyment Please fill in the information below prevent recording The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your VCR Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No Model No SerialNo oo ooo oo Record Tab Accessories O Remote Control O Batteries 2 AA LSSQ0265 VHQ 401 LSSQ0266 VHQ 451 S O RF Coaxial Cable VJAS0196 Cover the hole with cellophane tape Screw driver To record again Model VHQ 451 7 remote shown Record Playback Time To order accessories call toll free
36. ndicator 7 Timer Recording cooc 14 VCR Indicator 7 YOR LOC dida 23 VCR Status Clock Display 26 VCR TV Selector 00 0 6 VHF UHF Antenna Input Terminal o 7 VHF UHF Antenna Output Terminal 7 Video Input Connector L R 7 Video Output Connector L R 7 Warning and Instruction DISPLAYS iria 26 Warranty ccccsccseseeseeceees 29 Weak Signal Display ON OFF 23 Zero Search coccncccccccccnocnnnss 22 LSQTO330A 1100 0 Printed in indonesia
37. om Connect the OUT TO TV terminal on the rear of VCR to the ANT IN terminal on TV using the RF Cable included accessory Initial Setup for DSS Cable Box VCR TV Connect the OUT Jack on your cable box to the IN x FROM ANT terminal on the VCR with an RF cable OUT TO TV VHF UHF IN FROM ANT Cabla TV Conve yA 2 Connect the OUT TO TV IN trom terminal on the rear of VCR Neo OTTO TV ome to the ANT IN terminal on TV using the RF Cable ii included accessory How to do Initial Setup 1 Press VCR for VCR mode Turn Press CHA to select English the TV on and set it to channel 3 or Press CHY to select Spanish Turn VCR on or When VCR is turned on the first a ART V ay s select French 4 en one of above keys is pressed ame SERES LANGUAGE Screen CHANNEL CLOCK AUTO SET screen appears SELECT LANGUAGE PRESS CH 4 ENGLISH RERIAIA CH Y ESPANOL YCA TY FRANCAIS appears VCA CLOCK CHANNEL CHANNEL CLOCK AUTO SET TO CHANGE VCR S OUTPUT CH PRESS ACTION KEY CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE AND IF YOU USE A CABLE BOX TUNE IT TO pH LOCAL PBS CH THEN PLEASE PRESS CH UP_KEY If screen does not appear check connection between VOR and TV If you use a cable box turn it on and set it to and if TV is tuned to channel 3 try the Public Broadcasting Station PBS switching it to channel 4 channel in your time zone If you use DSS When you want to chan
38. on exists on the tape and depending on the position of the V mark the V mark display position may not be accurate Special VCR Features Tape Position Display Feature To find out the present tape position Tape position cannot be detected for VHS C Cassette type and tapes less than 60 minutes in length Press TAPE POSITION to detect tape position DETECTING TAPE POSITION only DETECTING TAPE POSITION J appears the first time a cassette is inserted J and it takes several seconds for correct indication to appear The present tape pops position indication is BEGIN END displayed Press TAPE POSITION to return to normal screen Remote Warning ON OFF Feature if Multi brand feature is used page 16 and this feature is set to on a warning appears whenever an invalid key is pressed in TV mode Press ACTION to display menu Press AV to select REMOTE WARNING and press to set ON or OFF If OFF remote warning will not appear if invalid key is pressed AUTO SHUT OFF ON IDIOMA ANGUE ENGLISH VCR S OUTPUT CH 3 SELECT A SET EXIT ACTION _ Press ACTION to return to normal screen For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Important If a remote control button does not work when pressed press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again DISPLAY SELECT SEARCH ACTION
39. or refurbished parts free of charge in the USA or Puerto Rico in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows all time periods commence from the date of the original purchase PRODUCT PARTS LABOR CAMCORDER ONE 1 YEAR EXCEPT CCD IMAGESENSOR NINETY 90 DAYS CCD IMAGE SENSOR SIX 6 MONTHS NINETY 90 DAYS VCR ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS A V MIXER ONE 1 YEAR NINETY 90 DAYS MONITOR VCR ONE 1 YEAR EXCEPTCRT NINETY 90 DAYS CRT TWO 2 YEARS CRT NINETY 90 DA Y SCUSTOMER PAYSALLLABORCHARGES AFTER 90DAYS Monitor VCR In home or carry in Service 22 diagonal CRT LCD and Larger Monitor VCR Carry in Service 21 diagonal CRT LCD and smaller Batteries if included New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten 10 days Non rechargeable batteries are not warranted Tape if included New video cassette tape in exchange for a defective video cassette lupe for five 5 days in home carry in or mail in service as applicable in the USA can be obtained during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company PASC Factory Servicenter listed in the Service Directory Or call toll free 1 800 211 PANA 7262 to tocate an authorized PASC Servicenter Carry in or mail in service in Puerto Rico can be oblained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory This warranty is extended only
40. orizador PR d USTA presto HOY su al 4 Pulse POWER off para ajustar el Se ilumina TIMER en el panel delantero Pulse PROG para visualizar la pantalla de Programa 1 Para ajustar la FECHA de grabaci n pulse AV para seleccionar 1 31 una vez o DIARIO a la misma hora de lunes a viernes o SEMANA a la misma hora cada semana y pulse gt para ajustar Vea el orden de selecci n abajo a la izquierda 2 Para ajustar los tems que quedan pulse AV para seleccionar y pulse gt para ajustar los tiempos de START STOP CANAL o entrada de LINEA p g 20 y velocidad de la cinta SP LP SLP Pulse PROG para finalizar el programa Pulse AY para seleccionar un n mero sin usar para ingresar mas programas y pulse gt para ajustar Luego repita el paso 2 Pulse nuevamente PROG para salir e c o ots a 2 9 g a D 31 Accessories cccececeececceeees 4 AC Power Plug oomoccoo o 7 Add or Delete a Channel 11 Audio Input Connector L R 7 Audio Output Connector L R 7 Auto Operation Functions 21 Auto Shut Off io 23 Before Requesting Service 27 Blank Tape No Video Signal Indication a an 26 Cable Box Setup 8 Cassete Compartment 6 Channel Up Down Tracking V Lock Button 0 6 Cleaning the VCR 25 Commercial Skip 21
41. ot be recorded Timer recording cannot be performed There is no playback picture or the playback picture is noisy or contains streaks Special effects playback picture may contain some vertical jitter when using a TV with an Automatic Vertical Hold Control VCR cannot be controlled Remote Control VCR cannot be remote controlled ACTION and PROG buttons do not respond Miscellaneous Correction Make sure TV power is on Make sure TV is set to output of VCR Check connections between VCR external antenna and TV Set VCRITV selector to TV P 13 e Make sure proper signal source is selected Programs cannot be viewed on TV Insert the cassette with window side up record tab facing you Video cassette cannot be inserted i K J Check if a tape is already in the unit Video cassette cannot be removed Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet Video cassette ejects when a recording is started Make sure cassette record tab is intact P 4 or the power is tumed off for timer recording To enable Quick play mechanism the cylinder will rotate for eee CYLINDER about 3 minutes This reduces response time from Stop to 7 Play mode and from Play to Rewind Search mode h Q SD ae je If you cannot resolve the problem please call the Customer Cail Center for product assi
42. r nonabrasive antistatic cleaner and In Still mode CH TRACKING Y buttons polisher operate as a V Lock control INO 404 5 te 3 9 Q 25 creen Displays OSD Function amp Channel Display Blank Tape No Video Signal Indication Whenever a blank section of a tape comes up in Play mode or when the When a function button is pressed e g PLAY or you change selected channe has no broadcast channels a 4 second signal with the Weak Signal Display display appears first Feature page 23 set to OFF the TV in large and then screen will turn solid blue small characters Function Status Current Time Channel VCR Status amp pa s aoe REC 12 00AM ABC Clock Display fe rive Remain as coum To display or see page 13 remove overlay at right Broadcast Audio Tape Speed gt press DISPLAY Being Received See page 4 For Model VHQ 451 only H These displ ill alert you to issed Warning and Instruction Displays operation or Provide furt te instructions OSD Caution Pg OSD Caution Pg NO CH FOUND If you press POWER or STOP during a Timer Recording visible in VCR mode only If head cleaning becomes necessary while playing back a TO CANCEL TIMER REC PRESS POWER THEN STOP KEY ff no active channels are found for CHANNEL MEMORY PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN PRESS CH UP KEY AGA
43. ss ENTER after pressing number keys for channe selection TV Brand Code Numbers Hita iia Mitsubishi Samsung Gold Star Important Notes Due to changes in infra red commands used by manufacturers some brands have several codes If your unit does not respond to the first code please try the next one Some TY brands require you to turn on the power manually For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Advanced Connections Audio Video connection If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN Sra you can connect your VCR to them to recive higher quality picture and sound IN FROM ANT Ba AUDIO IN gt A VHF ZY Y VIDEO IN For Model VHQ 451 only For Model VHQ 401 only 4 Connect the VIDEO OUT terminal on the VCR to the VIDEO IN terminal of your T 2 Connect the L and R AUDIO OUT terminals on the VCR to the L and R AUDIO IN terminals of your TV VHQ 451 Rear Connect the AUDIO OUT terminal on the VCR to the AUDIO IN terminal of your TV VHQ 401 Rear GB Set the VIDEO TV selector of your TV Monitor Receiver to VIDEO With a Cable Box VCR Cable Box r 1 DA gt view any record Fantl 77 including scrambled a N OT scrambled channels a CABLE BOX 0 TR channel L vn UH O O i ior eS OUT TO TV ae FIN our O Oal l use VCR Remote VHF UHF Control to select o E
44. stance at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 To locate an authorized servicenter please call toll free 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com 27 Inoq 104 For Product Information Operating Assistance Literature Request Dealer Locations and all Customer Service inquiries please contact E 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9am 9pm Saturday Sunday 9am 7pm EST or send e mail to consumerproducts O panasonic com Web Site http www panasonic com You can purchase parts accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site Accessory Purchases Customer Orders Only 800 332 5368 Customer Orders Only Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 6 am to 5 pm Monday Friday 6 am to 10 30 am Saturday PST Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express Check Factory Servicenters Locations CALIFORNIA 6550 Katella Avenue Cypress CA 90630 800 Dubuque Avenue S San Francisco CA 94080 20201 Sherman Way Suite 102 Canoga Park CA 91306 3878 Ruffin Road Suite A t San Diego CA 92123 COLORADO 1640 South Abilene Street Suite D Aurora CO 80012 FLORIDA 3700 North 29th Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood FL 33020 GEORGIA 8655 Roswell Road Suite 100 Atlanta GA 30350 ILLINOIS 9060 Golf Road Niles IL 60714 1703 North Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 Pick up Drop off only MARYLAND 62 Mountain Road Glen Burnie
45. start dubbing Recording VCR starts recording Press STOP to stop dubbing E Selecting Input Mode Method 1 gt press INPUT to switch between channel number and LINE Method 2 gt press CH to change display as follows 1462423 CABLE TV LINE 125 or 69 L lights about 4 sec on front panel when LINE is selected Caution Unauthorized exchanging and or copying of copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com VCR amp Cassette Information Playing older or damaged tapes may Power Source 120 V AC 60 Hz eventually cause video heads to Power Consumption PowerOn become clogged Approx 18 watts VHQ 401 Approx 23 watts VHQ 451 Video Head Clog Sensor Power Off i Approx 2 5 watts VHQ 401 7 During i ona Pl Approx 3 0 watts VHQ 451 y Ral ACNE H g ona Video Signal EIA Standard NTSC color clogging IS detected Sp mag Video Recording System 4 rotary heads helical PLAY onthe ver To wana i st aii Audio Track 1 track Normal remote or VCR 2 channel Hi Fi Audio Sound VHQ 451 Tuner Broadcast Channels VHF2 13 UHF 14 69 CABLE Channels MidbandAthrough 14 22 Superband J through W 23 36 Hyperband AA EEE 37 64 Lowband A 5 A 1 95 99 Special CABLE channel 5 A 01 Ultraband65 94 100 125 Operating Temperature 5 C 40 C 41 F 104 F Operating Humi
46. utes may result in fire electric shock or other hazards HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORMA SAFETY CHECK After any service or repairs to the unit request the service technician to conduct a through safety check as described in the manufacture s service literature ta insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition For assistance please call 1 800 211 PANA 7262 or send e mail to consumerproducts panasonic com Safety Precautions Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture CAUTION To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert Avertissement Afin de pr venir tout risque d incendie ou de chocs lectriques ne pas exposer cet appareil la pluie ou une humidit excessive Attention Pour viter les chocs lectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock Therefore it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operatio
47. y PLAY Manual Record gt Tape end Fast Forward gt Rewind Sennen E Play Auto Eject FF Repeat Play must be off Play gt Tape end gt Rewind REW gt Tape ejects if no record tab Commercial Skip VCR fast forwards skips over 1 3 minutes of recorded tape 1 Press CM ZERO in Play mode _ Model VHQ 451 remote shown The skip time can be changed by pressing CM ZERO button repeatedly as shown by the figure below PLAY O O D Q O pooueapy 1st Press 1 min Skip 2nd Press 2 min Skip 3rd Press 3 min Skip Noindication appears 21 Tape Operation Repeat Play Set to playback a recording over and over Press ACTION to display menu Press AV to select REPEAT PLAY and press P to set ON or OFF Play repeats at tape end or if unrecorded portion over 30 sec is detected ER TOR Hrevral Davy REMOTE WARNING ON AUTO SHUT OFF ON E VOR S OUTPUTCH 3 SELECT A SET EXIL__ ACTION Press ACTION to return to mormal screen To quickly return to a specified tape location Press DISPLAY during play to display Counter Press RESET COUNTER at desired position to reset to 0 00 00 3 Continue to record playback etc 4 Press Stop Press CM ZERO in Stop mode to start ZERO SEARCH Unit will go into FF or REW mode and stop at the last point the Counter was set to 0 00 00 If a blank porti
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