Panasonic PV-DF274, PV-DF204 Basic VCR Operation -Record, Record On a Tape, Stop a Record

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Basic VCR Operation -Record-

Record On a Tape

1Insert a tape with record tab.

•The unit power comes on automatically.

2Press CH ▲▼ or NUMBER keys to Select Channel.

•For “LINE” input, see page 22.

3Press SPEED to select recording speed (see page 8).

SP	= Standard Play
SLP	= Super Long Play

• Selected speed is displayed.

4Press REC to start recording.

•You cannot view another channel during recording.

One Touch Recording (OTR)

Press REC repeatedly to set the recording length (30 min - 4 hours.)

•The unit stops recording at a preset time.

•PROG TIMER Indicator lights on the unit.

Normal Rec 0:30 1:00

4:00 3:00 2:00 1:30

Pause a Recording

a. Press STILL/PAUSE.

b. Press STILL/PAUSE to resume recording.

Notes

•It is not possible to record from DVD/CD to VHS tape using this unit.

•After the unit has been in Rec Pause mode for 5 minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the tape and the video head.

•The remaining recording time of an OTR can be displayed by pressing DISPLAY.

Stop a Record

Press STOP to stop recording.

Audio Mode for Recording

With the proper audio mode setting, your unit can:

•Record and playback MTS stereo broadcast (main language) in stereo Hi-Fi. Stereo sound is recorded on the left and right audio tracks and on the video portion of a tape.

•Record and playback a monaural broadcast (main language) or SAP (Secondary Audio Program, usually in a second language) on the Hi-Fi tracks for better quality monaural sound.

•Playback non-Hi-Fi tapes in monaural.

Choose audio mode to match recording type.

1Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the audio mode according to the type of broadcast to be recorded.

•The Audio mode selected stays in effect until it is changed.

•Refer to “MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System” on page 24.

STEREO

SAP

MONO

2See the “Record On a Tape” section to do a recording.

Notes

•Refer to “Audio Mode for Playback” on page 33.

•Only tapes recorded in Hi-Fi stereo will playback with true stereo sound. Standard stereo tapes will playback with monaural sound.

•To listen to Hi-Fi stereo playback, the unit AUDIO (L/R) jacks must be connected to a stereo amp and speakers.

•There may be a difference in audio level between Hi-Fi and normal audio playback.

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Contents Multi Format Playback Models No. PV-DF204/PV-DF274Congratulations Before UsingAccessories Safety PrecautionTable of Contents Avertissement Safety PrecautionsLaser Radiation When OPEN. do Avoid Extremely HOT Locations or Sudden Temperature Changes Power Source CautionPower Cord Plug Power CordKeep Antenna Clear of High Voltage Power Lines or Circuits When Unit is PluggedUsing Accessories Cleaning UnitInformation Unit, Cassette Discs that can be played Information DiscDisc Handling To clean disc surfaceRegion Management Information Location of Controls Remote Control ButtonsFront View Unit ButtonsRear View Cable Connection Connecting the RF in TerminalConnections Antenna ConnectionAV Input terminal 1 is used Connecting the 1, 2 AV Input TerminalsDigital connection Analog connection Connecting the Audio Output TerminalFor your reference Check ListImportant Note Press Action on the Remote to display SET Clock Menu screen Initial Setup -Ready to PlayInitial Setup Ready to Play Press Action twice to start Clock and exitAutomatic Channel Setting Tuning TVAdd or Delete a Channel Press to select Auto Clock SET, then press SET Automatic Clock SettingManual Clock Setting Press Action to display Main Menu Press to select ClockChange Language Setting Time Zone AdjustReset all unit Memory Functions Using the CH/VOL Button Selecting Input ModeTV Operation Audio Mute Using the Number and 100 keysWeak Signal Display Feature Rapid TuneSAP broadcast Audio Mode for TV ViewingMTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System Receivable Broadcast TypesSleep Timer TV Timer FeaturesPress Action to display Main Menu Press to select TV Closed Caption Mode FeatureClosed Caption System Closed Caption isRecording and Playing Back Closed Caption/Text Program Caption On Mute FeaturePress to select Caption Press SET to display Caption screen Menu Video / Audio MenuVideo Menu Audio MenuAudio Adjustment Video AdjustmentAdjust Playback a Tape Basic VCR Operation -PlaybackStop a Tape Stop a Record Audio Mode for RecordingBasic VCR Operation -Record Record On a TapeSearch System is To cancel, press PlayTape Operation Index SearchCommercial Skip Audio Mode for PlaybackRepeat Play Zero SearchPress to select and SET or to set the recording Date Timer RecordingSet Up to Programs Press Prog twice to exit this modePress ADD/DLT Cancel a Timer Recording Recording is in progressPress to select the desired program To Clear programPlayback Auto Eject Special VCR FeaturesAuto Playback Auto RewindLock Control VCR LockDigital Auto Tracking Manual Tracking ControlInsert pre- recorded Insert blank tape with Tape Record tab Select Line modeCopy Your Tapes Dubbing Playback Source unit Recording Editing unitEnter Secret Code Chip Control FeaturesChanging your secret code US Movies Ratings SettingsPress to select US TV Programs Press to select Change Settings Press SET to display screenPress Action three times to exit this mode US TV Programs RatingsEnglish CanadianPress to select View E PROGRAMS? Press SET to set YES or no 10Press Action three times to exit this modePress to select Next Press SET to display screen Press to select Canadian French Press SET to set on or OFFTemporarily Deactivate V-Chip Control When V-Chip Control is activatedBlocking Message To View a Blocked Program/MovieAuto Shut Off Display FeatureTV/VCR Status & Clock Display Channel & Function DisplayPlace disc into disc tray Auto-Power Off functionBasic Disc Operation Play DiscSlow Motion Picture Using the Number keysStill Pause Picture Frame by Frame PictureMain Menu of DVD Disc Operation -In Play modePress SET or Play to access Press Title in Play mode to display title screenPress AUDIO, , or Number keys to select desired language Audio Soundtrack LanguageSelect Vocal Press Audio or to set Press SUB TITLE, , or Number keys to select desired language Subtitle LanguagePicture Zoom Information DisplayPress Zoom repeatedly to change display as follows Play a DVD-RAM DVD-RAM OperationPlay List Direct Navigator Using Number keys starts play automaticallyPress SET or Play to start playing Unit information screen Disc Operation -Using Information ScreenPress Display Play or Stop Mode to display Disc information screenTrack Operating ModeRepeat Mode Repeat Mode can be selected Play modeDirect Navigation Program or Play List No Press to select an itemRepeat Mode can be selected Program Play Special Disc OperationMode Press to select Random Play Press SET to begin random play Program Repeat PlayRandom Play Press to select DiscDVD Volume Adjust Press Angle repeatedly to select the desired angle Press VSS in Disc modeS. 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