Panasonic NV-SJ407EE Operating Instructions Manual

Video cassette recorder nv-sj407ee

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VQT8779
Video Cassette Recorder
NV-SJ407EE
Operating Instructions
Instrukcja obsługi
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product,
please read these instructions completely.

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  • Page 1 Video Cassette Recorder NV-SJ407EE Operating Instructions Instrukcja obsługi Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, VQT8779 please read these instructions completely.
  • Page 2: Dear Customer

    Dear Customer May we take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing this Panasonic Video Cassette Recorder. We would particularly advise that you carefully study the Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and that you note the listed precautions.
  • Page 3: Positions Of Controls And Components

    Positions of Controls and Components/ Regulatory i komponenty Keep this page open as you read through the Operating Instructions. Refer to it for the control and component names and numbers which appear in the text. Trzymaj tą stronę otwartą w trakcie czytania niniejszej instrukcji obsługi. Odwołuj się do niej dla sprawdzenia nazw regulatorów i komponentów oraz numerów, które pojawiają...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before Use As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in Positions of Controls and Components ......13 a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. Introduction to Controls and Components .....
  • Page 5: Introduction To Controls And Components

    ENGLISH Introduction to Controls and Components VCR Operation Cassette compartment When you want to operate the VCR, set the VCR/TV switch Infra-red Remote Control Receiver window to “VCR”. CVC (Crystal View Control) Indicator Numeric buttons The crystal view control function ensure that you always To select the programme positions (1–99) of the VCR.
  • Page 6: Preparing The Remote Control

    Preparing the Remote Control Inserting Remote Control Batteries If the Sliding Cover of the Remote Control Becomes Detached If the sliding cover of the remote control becomes detached accidentally, fit it securely in place by placing it on the top of 1 Slide off the battery cover.
  • Page 7: Setting The Remote Control To Operate Your Tv

    TV. select the optimal number. Notes: ≥ If you are using a Panasonic TV, this setting has already been made, and so you do not need to perform the above setting procedure. However, this remote control may not work with some Panasonic TVs.
  • Page 8: Connections

    Connections This section shows you how to connect the VCR to an aerial, TV, etc. When the VCR is turned on after unpacking and connecting the aerial cable and the mains lead, Plug in Auto Tuning starts automatically. Aerial (Not supplied) TV Set (Not supplied) Basic Connections The following connections are required to...
  • Page 9: Tuning The Tv To Your Vcr

    VCR display Notes: ≥ If the VCR is turned on with the aerial not connected, all Panasonic VCR channels are skipped. Therefore, firmly connect the aerial and then turn the VCR off and on again to execute Auto RF SELECT RF SELECT BG I ¡DK...
  • Page 10: Storing Tv Broadcasts In Your Vcr

    Storing TV Broadcasts in Your VCR The VCR is fitted with its own tuner (just like a normal TV) Auto Tuning Using the On Screen Display and can be preset to receive up to 99 TV broadcast stations. Introduction The VCR is tuned automatically by Plug in Auto Tuning. However, Auto Tuning using the On Screen Display should Plug in Auto Tuning be performed according to the following method if necessary.
  • Page 11 Preparations Manual Tuning Procedure ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is 1 Press the MENU button to display the Main menu on selected. the TV screen. ≥ Turn on the VCR and select any programme position except A1 or A2.
  • Page 12 Direct Tuning Blanking of Unused Programme Positions Press the MENU button to display the Main menu on 1 Press the MENU button to display the Main menu on the TV screen. the TV screen. Press the Cursor buttons (34 to select “TUNER 2 Press the Cursor buttons (34 to select “TUNER PRESET”...
  • Page 13: To Add And Delete The Channel

    To Add and Delete the Channel Preparations ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. ≥ Turn on the VCR and select any programme position except A1 or A2. Example: Example: If you want to add a new channel between Channel 4 and If you want to delete Channel 6, Channel 6, 1 Press the MENU button...
  • Page 14: Language Setting Of The On Screen Display

    Language Setting of the Setting the Clock of On Screen Display Your VCR Select one of the 4 languages displayed: English, Polish, The clock will operate for at least 3 years in total after it has Czech and Hungarian. been set, - in the event of a power failure, it will operate on its backup system.
  • Page 15: Settings Using The On Screen Display

    Settings Using the On Screen Display 7 Colour system indicator Preparations ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is Any selected colour TV system except “AUTO” appears selected. on screen display. (See pages 11, 15 and 18.) ≥...
  • Page 16: Option Setting

    Option Setting To Select the Colour TV System of the TV Used to Play Back a Tape Recording NTSC To Select the Corresponding Video Signals Cassette Tape Length to Display the OPTION Follow steps 1 to 2 of TAPE SELECT. Approximate Remaining Tape Time TAPE SELECT (E180)
  • Page 17 To Reduce the VCR’s Power Consumption When the VCR Is Switched Off Follow steps 1 to 2 of TAPE SELECT. 3 Press the Cursor buttons (34 OPTION to select “POWER SAVE” then TAPE SELECT (E180) NTSC INPUT SELECT (AUTO) NTSC PB SELECT (onPALTV) select “ON”...
  • Page 18: Setting The System

    Setting the System Setting the System for Playback This VCR can play back tapes recorded in the video system of PAL, MESECAM or NTSC. Set the System according to the video system of a tape you want to play back. When you play back a tape, make sure that the system is set properly.
  • Page 19: Playback

    Playback Preparations To Stop Playback Automatically ≥ Confirm that the VCR is on. (Playback Off Timer Function) ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is Whenever you are playing back and wish to stop the tape selected.
  • Page 20: Ntsc Playback

    NTSC Playback Convenient Automatic Functions Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back with VCR Auto Power On this VCR via a PAL system TV. When you insert a video cassette, the VCR switches on ≥ Make sure that the system is set properly. See page 18. automatically.
  • Page 21: Manual Recording

    Manual Recording Preparations To View One TV Programme while ≥ Confirm that the VCR is on. Recording Another TV Programme ≥ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is After pressing the REC button to start recording, select on selected.
  • Page 22: To Select The Recording Duration And Perform Timer Recording (Otr Recording)

    To Select the Recording Duration and Perform Timer Recording (OTR Recording) OTR means One-Touch Recording and is called this way, because you can start recording and select the recording duration by repeatedly pressing a single button. This is very convenient, for example when you want to start recording immediately but need to go out or want to go to bed.
  • Page 23: Timer Recording

    Timer Recording 4-Key Programming Press the ON button to set the starting time. Up to 8 timer programmes, including weekly and daily ≥ When it is kept pressed, the indication changes programmes, can be recorded up to one month in advance by in 30 minute intervals.
  • Page 24 Weekly Timer Recording Programming a Timer Recording of a TV In step 3 of 4-Key Programming, select the desired day by Programme Until its End pressing the DATE s button (Tape Speed Auto Change Function ) For example, SU (Sunday) If the VCR determines that the remaining tape time is On Screen Display insufficient to record the programme to its end during a timer...
  • Page 25: Checking A Timer Programme

    Checking a Timer Programme ¡ The VCR must be turned on, or in timer recording standby mode. ¡ Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR viewing channel is selected. 1 Press the PROG./CHECK button twice. 2 Press the MENU button CH DATE ON exit the On Screen Display.
  • Page 26: Search Functions

    Search Functions Searching Timer-Recorded Notes: ¡ This function does not work during timer recording standby Programmes mode. ¡ This function works only for video cassettes containing (Programme List Search) timer-recorded programmes. Searching Using the Programme List Search Function ¡ Since this function works only for the currently loaded video When timer programmes are recorded by this VCR, the VCR cassette, all the programming list details will be cleared stores the programming details, and the programmes are...
  • Page 27: To Find The Beginning Of Each Recording (Vhs Index Search System)

    To Find the Beginning of Each Searching while Checking the Recording Video Cassette Contents (VHS Index Search System) (Intro-Jet Scan) This VCR automatically records special index signals on the This VCR automatically records special index signals on the tape every time a recording is started. The Index search tape every time a recording starts.
  • Page 28: Editing

    Editing Assembly Editing Operations Press the Play button to start playback. This function can be used to make up an edited tape from At the point where you want to join a new scene, press other recordings or video sources. the Pause/Slow button to put it in the still playback A new scene can be added to the end of previous one.
  • Page 29: Audio Dubbing

    Audio Dubbing Preparations This function lets you insert narration, background music or ≥ Connect the audio equipment or a video movie camera to special sound effects in previously made recordings. this VCR with an audio cable. However, this automatically erases the original sound in the ≥...
  • Page 30: Before Requesting Service

    Before Requesting Service Before requesting service, check the following points again. The VCR will not operate correctly The symptom description is indicated in quotations “ ”. Message of On Screen Display “The VCR display is not illuminated.” ‘ The mains lead has not been connected. Connect the mains lead to the mains supply.
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Playback Picture

    Recording will not operate correctly Adjusting the Playback Picture The symptom description is indicated in quotations “ ”. Under normal conditions, the VCR automatically adjusts “The 1 indication flashes whenever recording is attempted.” the playback picture for optimum quality. However, in ‘...
  • Page 32: Usage Precautions

    Usage Precautions Please read these precautions before you operate this VCR. If Dew Forms in the VCR Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature Dew may form in the VCR if: ≥ The VCR is in a room where the heater has just been If the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold to a warm place, turned on.
  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifications NV-SJ407EE Power Source: 110–240 V AC 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 16 W Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system Video Heads: 4 heads Tape Speed: SP; 23.39 mm/s LP; 11.7 mm/s NTSC SP; 33.3 mm/s Tape Format:...

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