Panasonic NV-VP32 - Manuals

Page 2 - Contents

2 Contents Warning and Important Information .............................. 3 Accessories .................................................................................. 3 VHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information .................... 4 The Remote Control ...............................................

Page 3 - Warning and Important Information; Important; Accessories

Bef ore Use 3 Warning and Important Information Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. (Inside of product) Important Your attention is drawn to the fact that the recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published ...

Page 4 - VHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information; The Remote Control

4 VHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information ª Surge Absorber For further protection for this product, these models are equipped with new surge absorbing circuits which prevents damage due to power surges caused by lightning. ≥ This function may not be effective for surges by direct lightning. ª Crystal...

Page 5 - Disc Information; ALL

Bef ore Use 5 Disc Information ª Discs that can be played Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly. Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these can damage the unit.It may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, D...

Page 6 - Control Reference Guide; Main Unit; REC

6 Control Reference Guide Operations in these instructions are described mainly for the remote control, but you can do the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same. ª Common section [A] Power button ( Í /I) ≥ Press [ Í /I] to switch this unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In...

Page 7 - Bef; Remote Control

Control Reference Guide Bef ore Use 7 (1) VHS/DVD Power button (VHS/DVD Í ) ...............( l 14, 26) (2) Audio button (AUDIO) .........................................( l 25, 34) (3) VHS/DVD Output Switch button (VHS/DVD OUTPUT) ..................................................( l 12) (4) Numeric...

Page 8 - Connections; Basic Connections; Audio/Video Output Sockets; COMPONENT VIDEO terminal (progressive out); For better video from DVD; S VIDEO terminal

8 Connections When the unit is turned on after connecting the aerial cable and the mains lead, Plug in Auto Tuning starts automatically. (NV-VP32GN only) Basic Connections The following connections are required to record the video cassette and play back the video cassette/discs through the TV. ≥ Ref...

Page 9 - To enjoy sound through other audio equipment; Digital connection

Getting Star ted Connections 9 For the VHS/DVD OUT terminal, VHS and DVD outputs can be switched or it can be assigned for VHS output only ( l 12). The DVD OUT terminal can only output the DVD signal. Note: ≥ When Video is switched to DVD or vice versa, the audio volume may suddenly increase or decr...

Page 10 - Operating the TV; , use the numeric buttons to enter; TV OPERATION; TV Maker Setting

10 Operating the TV ≥ Turn on the TV. (1) TV Power button ( Í ) ≥ Press to switch the TV from on to standby mode or vice versa.On some TVs with this button, it is only possible to turn it to standby mode (OFF). It is not possible to turn it on. In this case, try to turn the TV on with the following ...

Page 11 - Tuning the TV to Your Unit; To restart Plug in Auto Tuning; To change the RF output channel; Disappears

Getting Star ted 11 Tuning the TV to Your Unit The unit supplies a signal to the TV via the RF coaxial cable on channel AU28 s 69 or NZ21 s 69. It is possible to view the unit’s picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts. The unit is fitted with its own tuner (just like a normal...

Page 12 - Setting Up for VHS; exit the setting screen.; Common procedures; Time Reset Function; To switch to the desired video

12 Setting Up for VHS Make basic settings for VHS. These settings are retained in memory until they are changed, even if the unit is turned off. ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Turn on the unit. ≥ Press [VHS] . [1] Press [MENU]. [2] Press [ 34 ] to select the menu. [...

Page 13 - DVD Quick Setup; ] to select the item and; TV Aspect

Getting Star ted 13 DVD Quick Setup Answer questions in the QUICK SETUP screen to make basic settings for DVD. ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . ≥ Turn on the unit. [1] Press [SETUP] and press [ 34 ] to select “Others”. [2] Press [ 1 ] and press [ 34 ] to...

Page 14 - Playback; Insert a recorded video cassette tape.

14 Playback ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [VHS] . ≥ Press [VHS Í ] to turn on the unit. [1] Insert a recorded video cassette tape. [2] Press [ 1 ] (PLAY). ≥ Play starts automatically if you insert a tape which it’s tab has been removed (Tapes l 4). ¬ To chang...

Page 15 - Operations; Other convenient functions; Adjusting the playback picture; Manual tracking; NTSC Playback

VHS Operations Playback 15 ≥ When the unit is off, an inserted video cassette can be played back by pressing [ 1 ] (PLAY) . ≥ You can eject tapes when the unit is in standby mode. It switches back to standby once it ejects the tape. ≥ When the tape reaches its end, this unit automatically rewinds it...

Page 16 - Recording; Insert a video cassette tape with an intact erasure; buttons to select the TV station.; TV; DVD; Using another device while recording; SP

16 Recording ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [VHS] . ≥ Check that the clock is set to the correct time. If it has not been set, refer to page 12. [1] Insert a video cassette tape with an intact erasure prevention tab. [2] Press [CH] JI buttons to select the TV ...

Page 17 - [1] Insert a cassette that you want to delete the cassette’s; Recording from an external source; TAPE REFRESH

VHS Operations Recording 17 You can start recording quickly and set a duration. ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Page 18 - Timer Recording; ] to set the date on which; To release the unit from timer recording standby

18 Timer Recording Up to 16 timer programmes, including weekly and daily programmes, can be recorded for up to one month in advance by setting the timer. ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Insert a video cassette tape with an intact erasure prevention tab ( l 4). ≥ Chec...

Page 19 - Recording Mode Auto Change Function; To check and cancel a Timer Programme

VHS Operations Timer Recording 19 ≥ This unit must be turned on, or in timer recording standby mode. ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................

Page 20 - Search Functions; Jet Navigator; To save Jet Navigator data; Time Stamp Function

20 Search Functions ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [VHS] . This unit can display a list of the recorded programmes on the inserted video cassette on the TV screen. You can then select the desired programme, and this unit will quickly reach its beginning and st...

Page 21 - Set the category; Easy Programme Playback

VHS Operations Search Functions 21 You can find what kind of programmes are recorded with the character and the icon indications. 1) While the Jet Navigator list appears, press [ 1 ]. 2) Press [ 342 1 ] to select the desired category. 3) Press [ENTER]. This unit automatically adds special index sign...

Page 22 - Settings Using the On-Screen Display; to start Auto Tuning.; Channel plan; TUNER PRESET; Auto Tuning

22 Settings Using the On-Screen Display Change the settings to suit your preferences and to suit the unit to the environment in which it is being used. These settings are retained in memory until they are changed, even if the unit is turned off. ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on...

Page 23 - ] to select “CH” and select the channel with [; Manual Tuning; Fine Tuning

VHS Operations Settings Using the On-Screen Display 23 [1] Press [ 34 ] to select “CH” and select the channel with [ 2 1 ]. ...................................................................................................................................................................................

Page 25 - Changing audio

VHS Operations Settings Using the On-Screen Display 25 To see these displays, set the OSD item in the “OPTION” menu to “AUTO” ( l 24). Press [VHS STATUS]. The time and operation details appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. Notes: ≥ These displays do not appear when paused or during slow play. ≥...

Page 26 - Playing Discs-basic play; Place the disc with the label facing upward.; Stop

26 Playing Discs-basic play [DVD-V] [RAM] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA] [JPEG] ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . ≥ Press [DVD Í ] to turn on the unit. ≥ When “OUT [VHS/DVD]” in the “OPTION” menu is set to “MANUAL”, press [VHS/DVD OUTPUT] to switch it to disc vid...

Page 27 - DV; When a menu screen appears on the TV; Position Memory; Chapter Review

DV D Operations Playing Discs-basic play 27 Notes: ≥ If “ ” appears on the TV, the operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. ≥ When the unit is first turned on and there is a disc loaded, it may start playing automatically. ≥ When the whole disc has finished playing, the unit automatically stops....

Page 28 - Convenient Functions; Press the numeric buttons.; If the Video CD has playback control; Screen is displayed (; Starting play from a selected item; Menu

28 Convenient Functions [DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA] [JPEG] ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . Press the numeric buttons. Example: “10”; [ S 10] l [1] l [0] [MP3] [WMA] [JPEG] Press the numeric buttons then press [ENTER] or [ 1 ] (PLAY). Example: “...

Page 29 - AV Enhancer; Picture Mode; Rotating Pictures

DV D Operations Convenient Functions 29 By just pressing this one button the disc type is automatically determined and the best audio and video settings which are indicated below are configured. ............................................................................................................

Page 30 - Changing Play Sequence; [1] Press the numeric buttons to select a; Program Play; When you use the cursor buttons to select the item; Random Play

30 Changing Play Sequence [DVD-V[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA] ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . While stopped, press [PLAY MODE]. Each time you press the button: Program Play > Random Playback > Off (Normal play) ^----------------------------------------...

Page 31 - Playing the Programmes or Play Lists on DVD-RAM; Direct Navigator

31 DV D Operations Playing the Programmes or Play Lists on DVD-RAM [RAM[ ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . You can use the programme list to search for a desired programme to play. .............................................................................

Page 32 - MP3/WMA, CD text and JPEG Navigating Menus; Using navigation menus; Naming folders and files

32 MP3/WMA, CD text and JPEG Navigating Menus [MP3] [WMA] [CDtext] [JPEG] You can play a MP3, WMA, CD text or JPEG disc by using the menu. ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . ª Using playback menus (except JPEG files on DVD-RAM) While the menu screen is dis...

Page 33 - Using the submenu; Find; Playing HighMAT discs; Selecting from the lists

DV D Operations MP3/WMA, CD text and JPEG Navigating Menus 33 1) While the Navigation Menu screen is displayed, press [DISPLAY]. Multi :Groups and content List :Content only Tree :Groups only Thumbnail :Thumbnail images [JPEG] Next group :To the next group [MP3] [WMA] Previous group :To the previous...

Page 34 - To Enjoy Movies and Music More; ] to select the desired language; Changing soundtracks, subtitles and angles; Soundtracks

34 To Enjoy Movies and Music More ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . Some discs have multiple, subtitle languages and camera angles and etc, and you can change them during play. ≥ [VCD] (SVCD only) Soundtrack and subtitle numbers may change even if corresp...

Page 35 - ] to select “Audio Menu” and press; Angles; Advanced Surround; Effective listening using the front speakers only

DV D Operations To Enjoy Movies and Music More 35 During play, ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Page 36 - Just Fit Zoom; Repeat Play

36 To Enjoy Movies and Music More ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . [DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA] : When the elapsed play time is displayed. [JPEG] .......................................................................................................

Page 37 - ] to select “Display Menu” and press; Digital output; PCM Digital Output

DV D Operations To Enjoy Movies and Music More 37 ª Manual Zoom During play, ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Page 38 - Using On-Screen Menus; Main Menu

38 Using On-Screen Menus [DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA] [JPEG] On-Screen Menus are menus that contain information about the disc or unit. These menus allow you to operate the unit by changing this information. ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [DVD] . [1] P...

Page 39 - Other settings

39 Using On-Screen Menus DV D Operations Play Menu ª Marker To mark up to 5 positions to play again [ENTER] (The unit is now ready to accept markers.) To mark a position: [ENTER] (at the desired point) To mark another position: [ 2 1 ] l [ENTER] To recall a marker: [ 2 1 ] l [ENTER] To erase a marke...

Page 40 - Changing Settings

40 Changing Settings Change the settings to suit your preferences and to suit the unit to the environment where it is being used. These settings are retained in memory until they are changed, even if the unit is turned off. See the right page for menu and option details. ≥ Select the unit viewing ch...

Page 41 - SETUP menu; Menus; Disc

41 Changing Settings DV D Operations SETUP menu Menus Items Options (Underlined items are the initial setting.) Disc [DVD-V[ Audio Choose the preferred audio language. ≥ English ≥ (Language options l below) ≥ Original: The original language of each disc will be selected. ≥ Other ¢¢¢¢ :Input a code n...

Page 42 - Recording from DVD to VHS; Manual Dubbing

42 Recording from DVD to VHS You can record the contents of the disc onto a video cassette. ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Insert a video cassette with an intact erasure prevention tab. ≥ Press [VHS] . ≥ Select the desired recording mode ( l 16). Only discs not copy...

Page 43 - Before Requesting Service; General

Helpful Hints 43 Editing Editing Before Requesting Service Before requesting service, check the following points once again. General Sound Recording No power. ≥ Connect the AC mains lead securely to mains supply. 8 No response when buttons pressed. ≥ Some operations may be prohibited by the disc. ≥ ...

Page 44 - Disc play

44 Before Requesting Service Disc play Picture VHS picture Play doesn’t start (or stops immediately) when you press [ 1 ] (PLAY). ≥ Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate. ≥ This unit cannot play discs other than those listed in these operating instructions. ≥ This unit canno...

Page 45 - Helpful Hints; Disc picture; Error Messages

Helpful Hints 45 Before Requesting Service Disc picture Editing On-screen display Self-diagnostic Indications on the unit’s display Picture distorted. ≥ Some distortion is normal during search. — There is ghosting when progressive output is on. ≥ Change “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480I”....

Page 46 - Glossary

46 Glossary Audio channel for DVD (ch) Sound is divided into channels based on the sound’s role.Example: 5.1 channel ≥ Front speakers— 1 left channel and 1 right channel ≥ Center speaker— 1 channel ≥ Surround speakers— 1 left channel and 1 right channel ≥ Subwoofer— 1 channel a 0.1 (the ratio of bas...

Page 47 - Specifications

Helpful Hints 47 Specifications NV-VP32GLNV-VP32GN ª VHS SECTION Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning system Video Heads: 4 heads Audio Heads: 2 heads (Hi-Fi) Tape Speed: PAL SP; 23.39 mm/s LP;11.7 mm/s EP; 7.8 mm/sNTSC SP; 33.3 mm/s EP; 11.1 mm/s Tape Format: VHS tape Record/Pla...