Panasonic AG-2580P Editing, Make connections, Load cassettes, Select input mode on recording VCR

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Specifications shown are for SP mode unless specified otherwise. E. & O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Provided accessories
: RF cable,
Infrared remote control unit, “AA” battery x 2
TIMER
Clock reference : Quartz
Program capacity : 1-year programmable timer/ 8 programs
Memory backup for timer is not supported.
ACCESSORIES
: Channels 2–13
: Channels 14–69
: 113 Channels
: Channel 3 or 4 (switchable; preset to Channel 3 when shipped) 75 ohms, unbalanced
Tuning system Channel coverage
VHF
UHF
CATV RF output
: Frequency-synthesized tuner
TUNER
: 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz
: 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
: RCA connectors (IN x 2, OUT x 1)
Signal system
Recording/Playback system Signal-to-noise ratio Horizontal resolution Frequency range
Normal audio Hi-Fi audio
Input/Output
: NTSC-type color signal and EIA monochrome signal, 525 lines/ 60 fields
: DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system
: 45 dB
: 230 lines
VIDEO/AUDIO
: 210 min. with ST-210 video cassette
: 630 min. with ST-210 video cassette
Weight
Format
Maximum recording time
SP
EP
: 18 W
: 2.0 W
Power requirement Power consumption
Power on Power off
Temperature
Operating: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage: –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to140°F)
Operating position : Horizontal only
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 400 mm x 94 mm x 255 mm (15-3/4" x 3-3/4" x 10-1/16")
: 3.1 kg (6.8 lbs)
: VHS NTSC standard
: AC 120 Vd, 60 Hz
Specifications
GENERAL

Editing

You can use your VCR as the playback or recording VCR. You can use a camcorder as the playback VCR and your VCR as the recording VCR. Refer also to the other components’ instruction manuals for connection and its operations.

AMake connections

Example: When using this VCR as the playback VCR

This VCR (for playback)

To AUDIO/VIDEO OUT

Audio/video cable (not supplied)

To audio/video input

Another VCR (for recording)

When using this VCR as the recording VCR, connect this VCR’s audio/video input connectors to the audio/video output connectors on the other VCR. If the playback VCR is monaural, connect the audio output connector on the playback VCR to the left audio input connector on this VCR.

BLoad cassettes

Insert the playback cassette into the playback VCR and the cassette to be recorded on into the recording VCR.

CSelect input mode on recording VCR

Select the correct external input on the recording VCR. On this VCR (when using this VCR as the recording VCR);

Select “L-1” — when connecting the other VCR to the audio/video input connectors on the rear panel.

Select “F-1” — when connecting the other VCR to the audio/video input connectors on the front panel.

Press AUX or CH+/– on the Remote [CH+/– on the VCR].

DSelect edit mode

Set the edit mode to “ON” for the VCRs if such a mode is equipped.

On this VCR, set “PICTURE CONTROL” to “EDIT” ( pg. 13).

EStart playback

Press PLAY (4) on the playback VCR.

FStart recording

Press REC (7) on the recording VCR.

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Contents Operating Instructions Contents Accessories Power SourcesPower Cord Protection Power LinesVideo heads cleaning How to use the RemoteOn-screen display Buttons, Connectors and IndicatorsRemote Front Panel Rear PanelConnections and Plug&Play Setting RF ConnectionAV Connection Initial Settings Language SettingClock Setting Playback Tuner SettingSetting channels automatically Auto Channel Set Setting channels manually Manual Channel SetPlayback Features Recording Timer RecordingChanging VCR Plus+ Setting Recording Features24HR Quick Programing VCR Plus+ Timer ProgramingExpress Timer Programing To use the VCR while it is in timer recording standby modeChecking tape position Timer warning displayFunction settings Other FunctionsWhen this function is set to on When this function is set to OFFSatellite Auto Recording Cable Box or DBS Receiver Brand Setting Multi-Brand Remote ControlChanging Remote Control Code TV Brand SettingMake connections Select input mode on recording VCRSelect edit mode EditingPanasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company