User manual PANASONIC NV-SJ508AMJ

[. . . ] Video Cassette Recorder NV-SJ500series NV-SJ508AMJ Operating Instructions VQT8775 Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely. 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. Longrun Head System This longrun head system enables approximately 8, 000 hours of recording/playback with high quality images. Newly developed head cylinder with narrower head windows and tapered cylinder design effectively protects heads from dust and prevents head clogging. Plus, "Alumina" Head Cleaner further enhanced cleaning efficiency. [. . . ] (See page 16. ) on PAL TV: For TVs that can receive PAL signals. 4. 43: For TVs that can receive NTSC 4. 43 signals. 3. 58: For TVs that can receive NTSC 3. 58 signals. ¡ NTSC 3. 58 recording requires "NTSC INPUT SELECT" to be in the "AUTO" or "3. 58" position (see page 16), however if "NTSC INPUT SELECT" is in this position when recording a NTSC 3. 58 signal, no colour is available for the PAL TV. Once the recording is completed, you then need to select "on PAL TV" to view the recording in colour on PAL TV. When playback the PAL tapes: You do not need to set "NTSC PB SELECT". Note for only NTSC Playback on PAL system TV This function is designed to allow only the playback of tapes recorded by NTSC signals on a PAL system TV. The NTSC signal is not completely converted to a PAL signal. For this reason, images played back by this function cannot be recorded correctly on other VCRs. Convenient Automatic Functions VCR Auto Power On When you insert a video cassette, the VCR switches on automatically. Auto Playback Start When you insert a video cassette with a broken erasure prevention tab, playback star t automatically without having to press the Play button I. VCR-off Playback When the VCR is off, an inserted cassette can be played back by pressing the Play button I. Auto Rewind When the tape reaches the end, the VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning. This function does not work during timer recording and OTR. Automatic Switching Off and Ejection When the VCR is switched off, an inserted cassette can be ejected simply by pressing the EJECT button Y. The VCR will eject the cassette and automatically turn itself off again. VCR-off Search When the VCR is off, the VCR star ts intro-jet scan of an inserted cassette by pressing the SEARCH button 4. Notes: Cue, review or slow playback will be automatically cancelled after 10 minutes, and still playback after 5 minutes. On some TVs, the playback picture may roll up or down; adjust this using the V-HOLD control on the TV. TVs not equipped with a V-HOLD control cannot correct this condition. The playback picture may shrink vertically, and black bars may appear both on the top and bottom of the screen. In Cue and Review playback, noise bars and distortions may occur on the screen. ¡ During cue, review, still or slow playback, the picture may not be in colour. Alternatively, the top of the TV screen may be distorted. [. . . ] If liquids are spilled into the VCR, serious damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VCR, consult qualified service personnel. Lightning To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug from the VCR. Cleaning the VCR Wipe the VCR with a clean, dry cloth. [. . . ]