Panasonic AG-2580P manual How to use the Remote, Video heads cleaning

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4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance— this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

How to use the Remote

Before use, insert two AA size batteries into the Remote with the polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery compartment or on the lid.

The Remote can operate most of your VCR’s functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets, cable boxes and DBS receivers.

Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target component.

The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 8 m.

NOTE:

If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.

Video heads cleaning

The heads get dirty in the following cases:

in an environment prone to extreme temperature or humidity.

in a dusty environment

flaw, dirty or mold on video tapes

continuous usage for a long time

Use a dry cleaning cassette when:

Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.

The picture is unclear or no picture appears.

“USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears on the screen (only with “SUPERIMPOSE” set to “ON”) ( pg. 13).

ATTENTION:

To mobile phone users:

Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the VCR may cause picture vibration on the TV screen or change the screen to a blue back display.

On placing the recorder:

Some TVs or other appliances generates strong magnetic fields. Do not place such appliance on top of the VCR as it may cause picture disturbance.

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Contents Operating Instructions Contents Power Sources Power Cord ProtectionPower Lines AccessoriesHow to use the Remote Video heads cleaningButtons, Connectors and Indicators Remote Front PanelRear Panel On-screen displayRF Connection Connections and Plug&Play SettingAV Connection Language Setting Initial SettingsClock Setting Tuner Setting Setting channels automatically Auto Channel SetSetting channels manually Manual Channel Set PlaybackPlayback Features Timer Recording Changing VCR Plus+ SettingRecording Features RecordingVCR Plus+ Timer Programing Express Timer ProgramingTo use the VCR while it is in timer recording standby mode 24HR Quick ProgramingTimer warning display Function settingsOther Functions Checking tape positionWhen this function is set to OFF When this function is set to onSatellite Auto Recording Multi-Brand Remote Control Changing Remote Control CodeTV Brand Setting Cable Box or DBS Receiver Brand SettingSelect input mode on recording VCR Select edit modeEditing Make connectionsPanasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company