Important Safeguards and Precautions FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT INSTALLATION 1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify the power source in your home. 2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG As a safety feature, this Video product comes with either a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire grounding type plug. POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug. GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug. 3 POWER CORD Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or be in the way of walking traffic. If an extension cord is used, make sure it also has either a polarized or grounded plug and that the cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and should be avoided. 4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated during operation. If they are blocked, heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface. b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided. 5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense in the unit and on the tape. 6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping surface.
Do not place this unit on any support that is not firm, level, and adequately strong. The unit could fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and damage to the unit.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Carefully follow all operating instructions and use the manufacturer's recommended accessories when operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment. OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION 1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION ELECTRICAL CODE NEC - NATIONAL ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against built up static charges and voltage surges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
(in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code) provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode. POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H) ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMPS GROUND CLAMP GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21) 2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it will never come into contact with these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional. USING THE VIDEO UNIT If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location, refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards. 1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE OF ANY KIND. 2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by a qualified service technician before use. 3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as the antenna and cable system. 4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.
Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment. 5 USING ACCESSORIES Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards. 6 CLEANING THE UNIT Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts. SERVICE 1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions, this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a qualified service technician. 2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety characteristics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to conduct a through safety check as described in the manufactures service literature to insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition. Safety Precautions Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems. 2 NV-FJ4620PX P01-06.p65 2 00/02/29, 0:34 Table of Contents Use Now!
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Other Information!
Important Safeguards and Precautions ...................................... 2 Accessories ............................................................................................ 4 Loading the Batteries ......................................................................... 4 Basic Connections (Antenna, VCR, TV) ............................................ 4, 5 One Time VCR Setup (Language, VCRs Output Channel, Channel, Clock) .. 6, 7 Playback a Tape (Still picture, Frame by Frame picture, Slow Motion) ......... 8 Record On a Tape ................................................................................ 9
One Touch Recording ................ 9 Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS) .................................................... 10 Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ......................................................... 11 Timer Recording .......................................................................... 12, 13
Timer Recording
Review, Replace or Clear Using VCR Buttons ................. 12 Program Contents ................... 13 Timer Recording Using VCR Plus+ System ............... 14 ~ 19
Choose your connection type .. 14
Cable Box Setup ..................... 15
Auto VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup ......................... 18
Manual VCR Plus+ System
VCR Plus+ System Channel Setup................... 16, 17 Programming ........................... 19
Auto Operation Functions ........ 27
Direct Access ......................... 28
Repeat Play ............................ 29
Zero Search ............................ 29 Multi-Brand Control Feature .................................................... 20, 21 Tape Operation .......................................................................... 22 ~ 29
Commercial Advance ...... 22 ~ 24
Movie Advance ....................... 25
Search System ................. 26 ~ 29
Program End Search ............... 26
Program Index Search, Index Scan .. 27 MTS Broadcast/ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System ........................ 30, 31
Stereo/SAP/Mono Broadcast .. 30 Special VCR Features ............................................................. 32 ~ 37
Channel Caption ................ 32, 33
Time Stamp ...................... 34, 35
Tape Position Display ............. 36
Remote Warning ON/OFF ....... 36
VCR Lock ................................ 36
Weak Signal Display ON/OFF .... 37
Auto Shut-Off .......................... 37
Select Audio Mode .................. 31 Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCRs Output Channel.. 38, 39 VCR & Cassette Information........................................... 40, 41
Reset All VCR Memory Functions ... 40
DST (Daylight Saving Time) .... 40
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure .. 40
Record/Playback Time ............ 40
Head Cleaning ......................... 41
Built-in Head Cleaner ............... 41
Cleaning the VCR .................... 41
Specifications ......................... 41
Features for a Quality Picture .. 41 On Screen Displays (OSD) .................................................... 42
Function & Channel Display .... 42
VCR Status & Clock Display ... 42 Before Requesting Service................................................... 43 Location of Controls ....................................................... 44, 45 Quick Use Guide (Playback, Recording) .................... Back Cover Indication ................................ 42
Warning and Instruction Displays .. 42
Blank Tape/ No Video Signal B a s i c O p e r a t i o n A d v a n c e d O p e r a t i o n F o r Y o u r I n f o r m a t i o n NV-FJ4620PX P01-06.p65 3 00/02/29, 0:34 3 Before Using Congratulations on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your VCR. Basic Connection If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN terminals, connect them to VCR for higher quality picture and sound. You can enjoy stereo sound even if your TV is not stereo by connecting a stereo amplifier to the VCR. Connect VCR and TV with an AV Cable (not supplied) or a RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) as shown in the figure below. ANTENNA
(See page 5) CABLE TV OUTDOOR ANTENNA INDOOR ANTENNA
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No. Accessories Remote Control LSSQ0204
R C V Loading the Batteries VCR Batteries 2 AA RF Coaxial Cable VJAS0196 Power Plug Adaptor VJSS0070 or 1 Disconnect antenna or cable from TV and connect to VCR. AUDIO IN FROM ANT. R L MONO VIDEO IN 1 OUT VHF/UHF OUT TO TV a) AV CABLE
(not supplied) IN OUT b) RF COAXIAL CABLE VHF/
UHF L R VIDEO AUDIO TV 1) Open the cover. 2) Insert the batteries as marked. 3) Close the cover. Battery replacement caution
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries. Connect VCR to TV with RF Coaxial Cable. 1) While connection b) (above) is sufficient, connection 2 Notes a) offers better sound and picture (especially with this model , you can enjoy Hi-Fi STEREO sound). 2) For both connections a) and b) proceed as follows:
To use VCR : VCR Power on, set TV to VIDEO.
To watch TV : VCR Power off, select channel on. 3) Set VCR Output to channel 3 or 4 (not an active station). (See page 6.) Use the L Audio OUT jack when connecting to a monaural TV. WARNING When using Nut type RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals. Caution:
Voltage 110V, 220V and 240V are not for use in USA.
Operation at a voltage higher than 120V AC may require the use of a different AC plug. Please contact either a local or foreign Panasonic Distributor Center for assistance in selecting an alternate plug. 4 NV-FJ4620PX P01-06.p65 4 00/02/29, 0:34 1 Between ANT. and VCR 2 Between VCR and TV Case 1: Twin Lead Cable Only Case 1: Screw & Plug Type Terminal From Antenna To VCR Terminal UHF/VHF Band Separator
(not supplied) TV
(Flat) Twin Lead 300 Ohm Cable 300-75 ohm Transformer
(not supplied) RF Coaxial Cable Case 2: Twin Lead & Coaxial Cables UHF/VHF Band Mixer
(not supplied) Case 2: Screw Type Terminal TV 75-300 ohm Transformer
(not supplied) VHF UHF VHF or UHF B a s i c C o n n e c t i o n Case 3: Double Screw Type Terminal
(Round) 75 Ohm coaxial Cable To VCR Terminal UHF/VHF Band Separator
(not supplied) TV Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables UHF/VHF Band Mixer
(not supplied) 300-75 ohm Transformer
(not supplied) To VCR Terminal Case 4: Complex TV Terminal TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET Split out ANT1 VHF UHF TV
If your TV has both post and plug-type VHF terminals, the post connection is recommended to minimize signal loss. Note to CABLE system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC in USA (and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. ANT2
Connect to one of the ANT terminals and select the same antenna number on the TV. FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the users authority to operate. 5 NV-FJ4620PX P01-06.p65 5 00/02/29, 0:34 One Time VCR Setup When VCR is turned on the first time, setup mode is entered automatically. Process of Setup Language Channel Clock 1 2 3 4 POWER VCR/TV SELECT/
SET
:PLAY
:STOP
:FF 2 ACTION
R C V 2 CH
1 2 SELECT LANGUAGE PUSH CH : ENGL I SH OPR I M I R CH : ESPAOL APP. VCR / TV : FRANA I S TO CHANGE VCR S OUTPUT CH, PUSH ACT I ON KEY. Press ACTION I F YOU PUSH ACT I ON KEY, VCR S OUTPUT CH SW I TCHES TO CH 4. Press ACTION PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO CH 4. After 3 seconds Turn the TV and VCR on. Press POWER*. Set TV Channel to CH 3.
If using AV Cable connection, set TV to Video instead of channel. (See connection a) on page 4.) Display SELECT LANGUAGE. This display appears for first time setup only. Select the language. for English for Spanish
(ESPAOL) for French
(FRANAIS) When using connection b) (see page 4), tune TV to VCRs output channel. If there is beat or noise on CH3, change VCRs output channel to CH4 by pressing ACTION twice.
Always tune TV to this channel to monitor the VCR.
If you used audio/video jack connection, tune the TV to its video input.
If wrong language is set, do Reset All VCR Memory Functions steps on page 40. 3 SELECT HOOKUP CABLE / DSS BOX VCR TV VCR CABLE / DSS BOX TV VCR TV SELECT : KEY SET : KEY END : ACT I ON KEY Select hookup. 1) Press to select. 2) Press to set.
If you selected CABLE/ DSS VCR TV, continue with BOX step 4 and only the cable box output channel will be placed in memory. If not, go to step 6. 4 SELECT HOOKUP CABLE / DSS BOX VCR TV CABLE / DSS BOX OUTPUT CH CH 0 1 SELECT : KEY SET : KEY END : ACT I ON KEY Select cable box or DSS receiver output channel. 1) Press to select. 2) Press to enter.
If necessary, refer to cable box manual.
If you used Audio/ Video jack connection to cable box, set VIDEO OUT. 5 Turn on cable box and set it to PBS channel in your time zone.
If you use DSS receiver, it must be turned off. 6 NV-FJ4620PX P01-06.p65 6 00/02/29, 0:34
*Important: If the remote control POWER, ACTION, PROG/VCR+, CH /
, NUMBERED keys, INPUT, SEARCH/MA SKIP or ADD/DLT button does not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again. Start Channel Auto Set and Clock Auto Set. Press CH 6 CHANNEL / CLOCK AUTO SET CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE AND I F YOU USE A CABLE BOX, TUNE I T TO YOUR LOCAL PBS CH THEN. PLE ASE PUSH CH UP KEY CH AUTO SET PROCEED I NG AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEED I NG IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUTO CLOCK SET
Auto clock set is performed the first time the VCR is turned off each day. If used, a cable box must be left on and tuned to the PBS channel at the time VCR power is turned off if you want auto clock set to be done.
If used, a DSS receiver must be turned off for auto clock set.
If Cable Box or DSS receiver is connected to VCR via Audio/Video jacks, an RF coaxial cable must also be connected for auto clock set and channel auto set features to work. Case 1
(Setup completed) Case 2
(Setup incomplete) i O n e T m e V C R S e t u p 1 / 4 / 20 0 0 TU E 12 : 00PM DST : ON SETT I NG : CH 02 AUTO CLOCK SET COMPLETED END : PUSH CH UP KEY Press CH to exit.
If your area observes DST (daylight saving time), but the time is incorrect; do the Time Zone Adjust steps on page 39. SELECT/
SET
:PLAY
:STOP
:REW
:FF ACTION
R C V CH Clock Setup incomplete. Set the clock manually. 1) Press ACTION. 2) Press to select month. 3) Press to set. Likewise, set date, year, time, DST (Daylight Saving Time). To Make Corrections, repeatedly press error, then correct. to move to 4) Press ACTION.
(Clock starts.)
To exit this mode, press ACTION again. AUTO CLOCK SET I S I NCOMPLETE PUSH ACT I ON TO SET CLOCK 1 / /
SET CLOCK
SELE CT MONTH DST : ON SELECT : KEY SET : KEY END : ACT I ON KEY SET CLOCK 1 / 4 / 20002000 TUE 1212: 0 0 PM
SET COMPLETED DST : ON SET : KEY START : ACT I ON KEY Notes
VCR calendar is accurately maintained to Dec. 31, 2096 11:59PM.
Channel auto set selects normal TV or Cable channels depending on your VCR hookup.
To reset Language, Channels, Clock or VCRs Output Channel see pages 38 and 39. Using keys You can also operate the menu screen using VCR buttons. When menu screens are displayed, the PLAY, STOP, REWIND, and FF buttons on the VCR and remote function as only with no tape inserted. To display menu using VCR buttons, press CH and CH together. POWER CHANNEL VCR/TV
ACTION STOP/EJECT VIDEO IN 2 L-AUDIO IN 2-R REW PLAY FF REC On Remote On VCR
: PLAY
: STOP
: REW
: FF To exit the menu, repeat above. 7 NV-FJ4620PX P07.p65 7 00/02/29, 0:35 VCR & Cassette Information Reset All VCR Memory Functions Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure Use when moving VCR to new location, or if a mistake was made in the One Time VCR Setup section. Make sure a tape is not inserted in the VCR. Break off the tab. STOP/EJECT REW PLAY FF REC POWER CHANNEL VCR/TV
ACTION VIDEO IN 2 L-AUDIO IN 2-R 1 Turn VCR Power on. 2 Press and hold both PLAY and CHANNEL for more than 5 seconds.
The power will shut off. on the VCR 3 Do One Time VCR Setup steps on page 6. Record Tab Screw driver To record again Cover the hole with cellophane tape. DST (Daylight Saving Time) Record/Playback Time VCR auto adjusts clock for DST. (Page 7.) Only use tapes with the mark in this unit. Spring (First Sunday in April) DST:ON --> sets clock ahead one hour. Autumn (Last Sunday in October) DST:ON --> Turns clock back one hour.
If your area does not observe Daylight Saving Time, select DST:OFF.
Keep these time changes in mind when programming the VCR for timer recordings. Tape Speed Setting Type of Video Cassette T60 T120 T160 SP
(Standard Play) 1 Hour 2 Hours LP
(Long Play) 2 Hours 4 Hours 2 Hours 40 Minutes 5 Hours 20 Minutes SLP
(Super Long Play) 3 Hours 6 Hours 8 Hours 40 NV-FJ4620PX P40-43.p65 40 00/02/29, 0:40 Head Cleaning Specifications Playing older or damaged tapes may eventually cause video heads to become clogged. Power Source:
110/120/220 V AC Auto, 50/60 Hz Video Head Clog Sensor During playback this screen appears if clogging is detected. To remove screen, press PLAY on the remote or VCR. V I DEO HEADS MAY NEED CLEAN I NG PLEASE I NSERT HEAD CLEAN I NG CASSETTE OR REFER TO MANUAL END : PLAY KEY Use dry type head cleaning cassette only.
(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.) POWER CHANNEL VCR/TV
ACTION VIDEO IN 2 L-AUDIO IN 2-R STOP/EJECT REW PLAY FF REC Cleaning Tape
Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.
Excessive use of tape can shorten head life. If head clog symptoms persist, contact your nearest Factory Service Center or authorized Service Center. (See page 45.) Built-in Head Cleaner A clean video head helps produce a clear picture. So, we have equipped your VCR with a built-
in, non-chemical head cleaning system that helps prevent clogging of the video heads. Cleaning is performed each time you load or unload a video cassette.
This feature is preventative only, If your video heads are seriously clogged, consider the use of a chemical non-abrasive head cleaning kit or take your VCR to a Service Center. Cleaning the VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the back sides and bottom of the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. We recommend using a nonabrasive, antistatic cleaner and polisher. Power Consumption: Power On Approx. 23 watts Power Off Approx. 3.3 watts EIA Standard NTSC color Video Signal:
Video Recording System: 4 rotary heads helical Audio Track:
Tuner: For USA TV Tuners:
For EUROPE TV Tuners:
scanning system 1 track (Normal) 2 channel (Hi-Fi Audio Sound) VHF input ch2~ch13 Cable channels A~EEE, A-5~A-1, 5A, 65~94, 100~125 UHF input ch14~ch69 VHF input ch2~ch13 (USA) UHF input ch21~ch62 (C.C.I.R.) Broadcast Channels: VHF 2~13, UHF 14~69 CABLE Channels:
Midband A through I (14~22) Superband J through W (23~36) Hyperband AA~EEE (37~64) Lowband A-5~A-1 (95~99) Special CABLE channel 5 A
(01) Ultraband 65~94, 100~125 Operating Temperature: 5 C~40 C (41 F~104 F) Operating Humidity:
Weight:
Dimensions:
10 %~75 %
3.4 kC (7.4 lbs.) 430 (W) x 98 (H) x 250 (D) mm 16-15/16 (W) x 3-7/8 (H) x 9-3/4 (D) Note: Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features for a Quality Picture Digital Auto Picture Automatically controls the video output signal for less noise depending on the tape condition. Digital Auto Tracking Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum picture quality. Manual Tracking Control (to reduce picture noise) Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce buttons on picture noise. Press CH (TRACKING) the remote control or on the VCR until the picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off, then on again a few seconds later.
R R R R R R R R V-Lock Control (to reduce picture jitter) In Still mode, CH (TRACKING) a V-Lock control.
buttons operate as 41 V C R
C a s s e t t e I n f o r m a t i o n NV-FJ4620PX P40-43.p65 41 00/02/29, 0:40 On-Screen Displays (OSD) 0 8 Function & Channel Display When a function button is pressed, e.g. PLAY, or you change channels, a 4 second display appears first in large and then small characters.(Some Station names may also appear if Channel Caption is set. See page 32, 33.) ABC Blank Tape/ No Video Signal Indication Whenever a blank section of a tape comes up in Play mode, or when the selected channel has no broadcast signal with the Weak Signal Display Feature (page 37) set to OFF, the TV screen will turn solid blue. VCR Status &
Clock Display To display or remove the overlay. Press DISPLAY. Function Status Current Time Rec Time Remaining
(OTR mode only, see page 9.) Broadcast Audio Being Received
(See page 30.) REC 1 2 : 0 0AM 0 : 25 STEREO SAP MONO ABC
-0 : 1 2 : 3 4 SP 1212 / 2 7 / 1 9 9 9 MON 1212 : 0 0PM - 1 : 0 0PM CH 0 8 8 ABC MOMOV I E MEMOR MEMOR I AL MOMOV I E Time Stamp Data
(See pages 34, 35.)
This is not displayed in Rec mode. Channel Caption
(See pages 32, 33.) or Channel Counter Tape Speed
(See page 40.) Warning and Instruction Displays These displays will alert you of a missed operation or provide further instructions. OSD Caution TO CANCEL TIMER REC PUSH POWER THEN STOP KEY If you press POWER or STOP during a Timer Recording...
(visible in VCR mode only) Pg 12 OSD NO CH FOUND PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN PUSH VCR CH UP KEY AGAIN Caution If no active channels are found for CHANNEL MEMORY... PLEASE SET CLOCK BEFORE PROGRAMMING If you attempt to set or review a Timer Recording and the Clock is not set... TURN VCR OFF FOR TIMER RECORDING After a Timer Program has been set... Pg 6 12 13 VIDEO HEADS MAY NEED CLEANING PLEASE INSERT HEAD CLEANING CASSETTE OR REFER TO MANUAL END: PLAY KEY VCR LOCK ACTIVATED If head cleaning becomes necessary while playing back a tape... 41 If you press a function button other than STOP/
EJECT or POWER while the VCR is in VCR Lock mode... If you press any invalid keys on the remote while in CABLE/DSS mode... If you press any invalid keys on the remote while in TV mode... 36 20 21 36 20 21 36 CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB If you press REC on the remote control or VCR, and a cassette is inserted with no record tab... NO CASSETTE PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE If you press PLAY, FF, REW, or REC on the remote control or VCR without a cassette inserted... REMOTE CONTROL IS SET TO CABLE/DSS MODE 40 USE VCR : VCR KEY USE TV : TV KEY REMOTE CONTROL IS SET TO TV MODE 8 9 USE VCR : VCR KEY USE CABLE/DSS : CABLE/DSS 42 NV-FJ4620PX P40-43.p65 42 00/02/29, 0:40 Before Requesting Service Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your VCR. Power No power Recording & Playback TV program cannot be recorded... Timer recording cannot be performed There is no playback picture, or the playback picture is noisy or contains streaks... Special effects playback, picture may contain some vertical jitter when using a TV with an Automatic Vertical Hold Control... VCR cannot be controlled... Remote Control VCR cannot be remote controlled... Correction
Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet.
Set POWER button to on.
Make sure power source is active. Correction
Check connections between VCR, external antenna, and TV.
Check hook up selection. (P.4~5)
Make sure your antenna system (CABLE or TV) is correctly set.
(Channels [P.38])
Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (P.40)
Check clock is set to current time and date.
Make sure Cable/DSS box (if used) is left on and tuned to channel to be recorded.
Set recording start/stop times correctly. (P.12)
Make sure POWER button is set to off. (P.12, 13)
Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power interruption of more than 1 minute occurs before or during, a Timer Recording, even after power is restored.
Select channel 3 or 4 on TV to match VCR output channel (3 or 4)
(P.6) or select LINE.
Set VCR/TV selector to VCR.
Adjust TRACKING control in either direction. (P.41)
Try Head Cleaning. (P.41)
Set TVs Vertical Hold Control to MANUAL, then adjust.
Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (P.36)
Make sure remote is in proper mode. (P.20)
Make sure unit is not in a Timer Record operation. Correction
Aim Remote Control directly at remote sensor on VCR. (P.50)
Avoid any object blocking signal path.
Check remote batteries. (P.4)
Make sure VCR LOCK is set to off. (P.36)
Exposing VCR remote sensor to direct fluorescent or outdoor light may cause signal interference. ACTION and PROG/VCR+ buttons cannot be used... Miscellaneous Programs cannot be viewed on TV...
Press VCR button for VCR mode. (P.20)
Check remote Batteries. (P.4) Correction
Set VCR/TV selector to TV. (P.9)
Make sure proper signal source is selected. Video cassette cannot be inserted...
Insert the cassette with window side up; record tab facing you.
Insure no other tape is inside unit. Video cassette cannot be removed...
Completely insert Power Plug into AC outlet. Video cassette ejects when a recording is started or the power is turned off for timer recording... In Stop mode, the motor (CYLINDER) continues to rotate... The top of the playback picture waves back and forth excessively...
Make sure cassette record tab is intact. (P.40)
To enable Quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about 5 minutes. This reduces response time from Stop to Play mode and from Play to Rewind Search mode.
Because VCR playback signal is not as stable as off-the-air TV signal, top of TV screen may be bent or unstable during playback. Slowly turn TV horizontal Hold control to correct. If your TV has no horizontal Hold control or adjusting control is ineffective, contact your nearest TV service center. NV-FJ4620PX P40-43.p65 43 00/02/29, 0:40 43 O S D
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