VHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information

ªSurge Absorber

For further protection for this product, these models are equipped with new surge absorbing circuits which prevents damage due to power surges caused by lightning.

≥This function may not be effective for surges by direct lightning.

ªCrystal View Control

The crystal view control function ensures the optimum picture quality so that you get the best picture automatically.

ªLongrun Head System

This longrun head system enables approximately 8,000 hours of recording/playback with high quality images. Newly developed head cylinder with narrower head windows and tapered cylinder design effectively protect heads from dust and prevents head clogging. Plus, “Alumina” Head Cleaner enhances the cleaning efficiency.

≥Based on in-house tests with Panasonic video cassettes. Actual head life may vary according to conditions of use, tape type, temperature, humidity, etc.

ªTapes

≥You can use tapes with the VHS and S-VHS marks, but this unit is unable to make full use of the characteristics of S-VHS tapes.

≥Break the tape’s tab to prevent accidental erasure. Cover the hole with a double layer of adhesive tape when you

want to use the tape for recording again.

Tab

The Remote Control

ªInstalling the batteries

Insert the batteries with the polarity (+ and -) correctly aligned.

R6, AA, UM3

Notes:

The service life of the batteries is approximately 1 year. However, it varies considerably depending on the frequency of use.

≥When the batteries are exhausted, remove them immediately and dispose them correctly.

≥Do not mix old battery with new battery.

≥Do not mix different battery types, i.e. Alkaline and Manganese. ≥Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.

≥Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries.

≥When you do not use the remote control for a long time, take out the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place.

ªS-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB)

It is possible to play back tapes recorded in the S-VHS system. ≥Some picture noise may occur depending on the type of tape

used.

≥It is not possible to fully obtain the high resolution that S-VHS is capable of.

It is not possible to record in the S-VHS system with this unit.

ªDirt on the video heads

If the video heads get dirty, pictures will not be recorded or played back clearly. (See the following conditions.)

Normal picture	Small amount of dirt			Large amount of dirt

If this happens, insert and eject a cassette 5–10 times successively to remove the dirt from the video heads.

If the problem still persists after performing above, contact a service personnel.

Heads mainly become dirty because of scratched or dirty tapes, use of the unit under high temperature and humidity or under the dust and other reasons.

Never use tapes on which liquids have been spilt or those that are extremely damaged since these will cause not only the heads to become dirty, but also the unit malfunction.

ªUse

Aim at the receiver window (lpage 6), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

≥Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.

≥Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.

How to open the remote control

Hold both sides of the remote control’s cover to open it (You can also open it by pressing on the centre of it and sliding it down).