Panasonic VQT0C55 manual DV format, High picture and sound quality by digital tech- nology

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Thank you for purchasing our Digital Video Cassette Recorder AG-DV2500E.

As this is a DV-format video cassette recorder,

video cassettes with the or logos can be used with it.

DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV for- mat.

This VTR features dual support for NTSC and PAL. Certain functions however, are supported by only one signal system. They are indicated with (NTSC only) or (PAL only).

In order to prevent crumpling due to tape slack, please do not perform important re- cording within the first and last 2 - 3 minutes run of the tape.

Recorded video (music) is meant for personal entertainment only and must not be used for other purposes without the prior consent of the copyright owner.

Our company shall not guarantee the con- tent of any recording effort should this VTR fail to record normally due to defects, either of the main unit itself or the video cassette tape.

MAIN FEATURES

DV format

High picture and sound quality by digital tech- nology.

Compatible mechanisms for standard/mini DV cassettes

It records on and plays back DV cassettes of the standard and mini size. (SP mode only)

DVCAM cassettes can be recorded in DV for- mat.

A tape recorded with the DVCAM format can be used only for playback for this VTR.

Equipped with composite and S-VIDEO in- put & output terminal devices.

Equipped with DV IN/OUT terminals. (IEEE1394) It can exchange digital signals with IEEE1394 compatible devices.

Dual support for NTSC/PAL

It automatically determines the signal system when playing back or receiving DV signal input. It supports composite or Y/C signal input with the use of a switch.

Wireless remote control

It can be controlled with the provided wireless remote controller.

Support for RS-422A interface

It can be used as a player for an editing system that uses the RS-422A-compatible editing re- mote controller AG-A850.

Recording/playback of time codes

Audio-dubbing (after-recording) function Audio dubbing at a sampling frequency of 32kHz is allowed on CH3 and CH4 (except during DV input).

Series recording function

By linking with other DV devices, long-duration continuous recording is possible.

Indexed search and blank search function It can search for indexed signal recorded posi- tions or unrecorded parts.

Can be placed in an upright position

With the use of the provided stand, it can be positioned upright.

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Contents Digital Video Cassette Recorder VQT0C55Supplement Port Cable LengthFor Your Safety Please Read the Following Text Carefully For Continental EUROPE, ETCWireless remote control DV formatHigh picture and sound quality by digital tech- nology Compatible mechanisms for standard/mini DV cassettesTable of Contents Precautions Introduction Place of storage and use  Handling the unitDaily maintenance and regular inspection  Regular inspection maintenance Head cleaning Maintenance consultationPrecautions on the use of cleaning tape Precautions on the use of tapeCassette tape MemoOver 10 years CondensationPrevention of condensation Power Power button/LED Cassette slotDUB Audio dubbing button/LED LineRemote Remote select switch MIC Microphone input terminalEject Eject button PINREC Record button/LED FF Fast forward button/LED Play Play button/LEDPause Pause button/LED @ Stop Stop button/LED$ Indicator Audio indicator Sensor for wireless remote controllerDC power input terminal 2P NTSC/PAL NTSC/PAL signal se- lection switchPIN Remote 9-pin remote ter- minal D-SUB It cannot be used for NTSC/PAL conversionAudio in Audio input terminal Terminal 4PNal Phono Video OUT S-VIDEO output termi Nal 4PPower button f Still Mode buttonButtons related to menu setting and variable speed playback Display buttonDUB button Pause button# F. ADV button $ F. REV buttonOn-screen display Contents Method ON-SCREEN Display Regarding on-screen displayContent ON-SCREEN DisplayStatus display MemoVTR operation mode ON-SCREEN Display Status displayTime code 00 00Display at position a Operation in progress Event displayDisplay at position B Display for about 3 seconds Alarm display Copy Inhibit REC InhibitDUB Inhibit REC TABPreparation Provided wireless remote controller Precautions on the use of batteryGuide on battery replacement When replacing the batteriesUsing the wireless remote controller Operable scope of the wireless remote controllerSensor for the wireless remote controller Maximum distance to the sensor of the unit 6m AnglePower Connecting to the AC adapterPreparation ScrewSwitching on the power Turning off the powerPreparation Selecting the NTSC/PAL signal system IndicatorLoading the cassette Preparation Loading/ejecting cassettesEjecting the cassette Preparation Setting/displaying date and time Setting the date and timeDisplaying the Clock Adjust menu Displaying the top MenuSet the date or time on the Clock Adjust menu To return to the usual menu, do the followingEnabling on-screen display Selecting date/time displayTime STYLE...Select the style of time display Connection and setting RecordingConnection RecorderSetting Setting time codes Preset time codesTime code is not preset Time code recordingRecording time codes of a DV input terminal Recording index signals Recording methodBackup unit the main unit Series recording functionDV Camcorder Set the DV TC DUP. item of the Time Code menu to OFFAudio dubbing Stop¥ The unit goes into the Still mode ¥ The unit goes into the audio dubbing pause modeHold down the A.DUB button and press the Pause button Press the Pause buttonConnection/setting Using this unit as a standalone deviceConnecting this unit to a video device with a DV terminal PlaybackSystem menu Remote switch on the front panelAUDIO/VIDEO menu Basic playback method Fast forward/rewindStill Mode item of the System menu Special playback functionFrame advance reverse playback Frame reverse in the reverse directionVariable speed playback Set the unit to the search modeChanging the direction of playback Locate function Index searchBlank search Stop mode, press the Blank buttonSelect the output level for audio play- back Playback Selecting playback audio outputMIX Using the unit in an editing system EditLinear editing system  Applicable modelPlay Delay Remote menuREM Stop SEL SynchronizationUsing the unit in a non-linear system Connecting using DV 1394 terminal Set the Input switch of the front panel to DV Remote switch on the front panel can be set at any positionMenu Screen Structure of the menuSetting the menu  Set the unit to the Stop modeDisplay the menu for setting Display the top MenuSet the items on the menu To return to the usual screen, do either of the followingPress the  button Press the REW button Select page Back MenuContents of the menus System menu  System menuMenu Screen Contents of the menus AUDIO/VIDEO menu Time Code menu Display menu  Display menuAudio Info  OFF Date StyleTime Style 12HOUR 24HOUROthers Placing the unit in an upright position Others  Alarm display Displayed regardless of the Display modeDisplay Status Action  Warning display Displayed regardless of the Display mode Loading FailureTroubleshooting Checking the hour meter  To set the unit to the Stop modeTo return to the usual screen Specification  Diagram of external dimension Unit mm 260 174Panasonic Broadcast Europe Panasonic Broadcast Europe GmbH