Adjusting the playback picture

Playback	VHS

DVD/VHS POWER	TV
	POWER
INPUT SELECT	TV/VIDEO CH	VOLUME
INPUT SELECT	TV/VIDEO CH
TV/VIDEO	OPERATION
VHS	OPERATION	DVD
VHS	SELECT	DVD
VHS	SELECT
VHS		TRACKING/V-LOCK
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buttons		AUDIO

CANCEL/RESET	VCR Plus+ CM SKIP
SKIP/INDEX	SLOW/	FF
	REW SEARCH

CH, W, X

TRACKING/ V-LOCK, r, s CH, W, X

∫Manual tracking

The unit usually makes tracking adjustments, but you may need to do it manually if noise appears on a tape recorded on other equipment.

During play

Press [TRACKING/V-LOCK, r] or [TRACKING/V-LOCK, s].

Repeat until the noise disappears.

∫Vertical locking adjustment

∫			PLAY	1
∫				1
	DIRECT NAVIGATOR		FUNCTIONS	;
	TOP MENU
	SUB MENU		RETURN
	S
	SCHEDULE		TIME SLIP
	SCHEDULE	DISPLAY	STATUS JET REW
REC MODE	REC	REC MODE DVD ERASE ADD/DLT		STATUS
µ	REC	REC MODE DVD ERASE ADD/DLT
µ	DUBBING		CREATE
	DUBBING		CHAPTER VCR/TV/	VCR/TV
	VHS	DVD		VCR/TV

Preparation

≥Press [VHS].

Adjust the vertical synchronization to stop the picture from jiggling while paused.

While paused

Press [TRACKING/V-LOCK, r] or [TRACKING/V-LOCK, s].

Repeat until the jiggling stops.

∫To return to auto tracking

Press both [TRACKING/V-LOCK, r] and [TRACKING/V-LOCK, s] simultaneously.

∫To remove the noise from a paused picture

Start slow play, then adjust the tracking.

Note

≥This function may not work with some TV models and tapes.

≥You can also adjust the tracking and vertical synchronization with [CH, W, X] on the main unit.

S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB)

It is also 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 the unit.

Repeat Playback

During play or while stopped

Keep pressing [1, PLAY] for about 5 or more seconds.

≥The “RPt” indication appears on the unit’s display.

≥At the end of the program, the tape rewinds to the beginning of the program and plays it again (it only works if there is at least 5 seconds blank space at the end of the program). This repeats until you cancel it.

∫To restart normal playback

Press [1, PLAY].

∫To stop play

Press [∫, STOP].

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DMR-ES40V specifications

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Overall, the Panasonic DMR-ES40V is a comprehensive solution for users seeking to embrace digital video recording while still maintaining the ability to play VHS tapes. Its combination of advanced recording technologies, user-friendly features, and compatibility with various media formats makes it a valuable addition to any home entertainment system. Perfect for retro enthusiasts and modern media consumers alike, the DMR-ES40V stands out as a reliable and functional device.

Panasonic DMR-ES40V Adjusting the playback picture, VHS Quasi Playback Sqpb, Repeat Playback

Models: DMR-ES40V

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