Page 2 - Contents
2 RQTV0057 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 RQTV0057 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 p...
Page 4 - VHS Deck and Cassette Tape Information; The Remote Control
4 RQTV0057 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. ...
Page 5 - Disc Information; a i; ALL
Bef ore Use 5 RQTV0057 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 the a...
Page 6 - Main Unit; Control Reference Guide
6 RQTV0057 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 standby mode, ...
Page 7 - Bef; Remote Control
Control Reference Guide Bef ore Use 7 RQTV0057 (1) VHS/DVD Power button ( Í VHS/DVD) ...............( l 13, 24) (2) Audio button (AUDIO) .........................................( l 23, 30) (3) VHS Select button (VHS) ......................................( l LEFT) (4) Numeric buttons (0–9, – /– –, ...
Page 8 - Connections; Basic Connections; Audio/Video Output Sockets; COMPONENT VIDEO terminal (progressive out); For Better Video from DVD; S VIDEO terminal
8 RQTV0057 Connections When the unit is turned on after connecting the aerial cable and the mains lead, Plug in Auto Tuning starts automatically. (NV-VP33GN only) Basic Connections The following connections are required to record the video cassette and play back the video cassette/discs through the ...
Page 9 - Digital connection
Getting Star ted Connections 9 RQTV0057 For the VHS/DVD OUT terminal, VHS and DVD outputs can be switched or it can be automatically switched on to the output side that has started playing back.The DVD OUT terminal can only output the DVD signal. Notes: ≥ When Video is switched to DVD or vice versa,...
Page 10 - Operating the TV; , use the numeric buttons to; TV OPERATION; TV Maker Setting
10 RQTV0057 Operating the TV Turn on the TV. (1) TV Power button ( Í ) ≥ 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 bu...
Page 11 - Tuning the TV to Your Unit; To cancel Auto Tuning halfway through; To restart Plug in Auto Tuning; CH; Disappears; To Change the RF Output Channel
Getting Star ted 11 RQTV0057 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...
Page 12 - Setting Up for VHS and DVD Quick Setup; Common procedures; CLOCK SET; Time Reset Function; TV Aspect
12 RQTV0057 Setting Up for VHS and DVD Quick Setup 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] . ..............................
Page 13 - Operations; Playback; Insert a recorded video cassette tape.; EJECT; Repeat Playback
Getting Star ted VHS Operations 13 RQTV0057 Playback ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [ Í VHS] to turn on the unit. ≥ Press [VHS] . .....................................................................................................................................
Page 14 - Cinema mode; Adjusting the Playback Picture; Manual tracking; CINEMA OFF; NTSC Playback
14 Playback RQTV0057 Press [CINEMA MODE]. ≥ Each time you press the button, the indication changes in the following order: CINEMA OFF: Normal mode (Initial Setting) CINEMA 1 : Sharper images and enhances detail in dark scenes CINEMA 2 : Clearer images and enhances detail in dark scenes Notes: ≥ The ...
Page 15 - Recording; TV; SP; Using another device while recording
VHS Operations 15 RQTV0057 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. ..............................................................................................
Page 16 - Recording from an External Source; STOP
16 Recording RQTV0057 You can start recording quickly and set a duration. During recording, press [ ¥ REC/OTR] on the unit repeatedly. Select the desired recording duration. ≥ Each time you press the button, the indication on the unit’s display changes as follows: Counter display (normal recording m...
Page 17 - Timer Recording; Press; To release the unit from timer recording standby
VHS Operations 17 RQTV0057 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 preve...
Page 18 - Intelligent Timer on the TV screen.
18 Timer Recording RQTV0057 ≥ This unit must be turned on, or in timer recording standby mode. ................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Page 19 - Search Functions; Jet Navigator; To save Jet Navigator data; Time Stamp Function
VHS Operations 19 RQTV0057 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 re...
Page 20 - Set the category; Easy Programme Playback
20 Search Functions RQTV0057 You can find what kind of programmes are recorded with the character and the icon indications. 1) While the Jet Navigator list appears, press [NAVI] and then press [ 1 ] (cursor). 2) Press [ 342 1 ] to select the desired category. 3) Press [ENTER]. This unit automaticall...
Page 21 - Settings Using the On-Screen Display; TUNER PRESET
VHS Operations 21 RQTV0057 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 chan...
Page 22 - to select the item and press [
22 Settings Using the On-Screen Display RQTV0057 Set the Colour TV System. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ [1] Sele...
Page 23 - Changing Audio
Settings Using the On-Screen Display VHS Operations 23 RQTV0057 To see these displays, set the OSD item in the “OPTION” menu to “AUTO” ( l 22). 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 slo...
Page 24 - Playing Discs-basic Play; Stop; Skip; Search
24 RQTV0057 Playing Discs-basic Play [DVD-V] [RAM] ]DVD-RW]‹VR›] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA] [JPEG] ≥ Select the unit viewing channel (or the AV input) on the TV. ≥ Press [ Í DVD] to turn on the unit. ≥ Press [DVD] . ...........................................................................................
Page 25 - DV; When a menu screen appears on the TV
Playing Discs-basic Play DV D Operations 25 RQTV0057 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 automatical...
Page 26 - Useful Functions; Press the numeric buttons.; desired picture mode.
26 RQTV0057 Useful Functions [DVD-V[ [RAM[ ]DVD-RW]‹VR›] [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 P...
Page 27 - ] to select “Advanced Disc Review”; Manual Skip; To change and cancel a programme
Useful Functions DV D Operations 27 RQTV0057 [DVD-V[ [RAM] ]DVD-RW]‹VR›] (Except i R/ i RW) Play starts from approximately 30 seconds later. Convenient when you want to skip commercials etc. During play Press [MANUAL SKIP]. [RAM] ]DVD-RW]‹VR›] ≥ It is not possible to skip the program if the start of...
Page 28 - Using Navigation Menus; Playing Data Disc; Using the submenu; Naming folders and files
28 RQTV0057 Using Navigation Menus [MP3] [WMA] [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 Menu (except JPEG files on DVD-RAM) While the menu screen is displayed1) Press [ 34 ]...
Page 29 - select the play list.; To use the contents screen to find a track (CD text only); Playing HighMAT Discs; Selecting from the lists; Direct Navigator
Using Navigation Menus DV D Operations 29 RQTV0057 While the menu screen is displayed1) Press [ 34 ] to move through the tracks, and press [ENTER]. 2) Press [RETURN] to exit. A menu appears when you insert the disc. While the menu is displayed, select the item following the on-screen instructions. (...
Page 30 - To Enjoy Movies and Music More; ] to select the desired language and; Soundtracks; Changing the position and brightness of the
30 RQTV0057 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 i...
Page 31 - Advanced Surround; Effective listening using the front speakers only; Repeat Play
To Enjoy Movies and Music More DV D Operations 31 RQTV0057 [DVD-V[ [RAM[ ]DVD-RW]‹VR›] [VCD] (2-channel or over only) You can enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using 2 front speakers (SP) or headphones (HP). The effect broadens when playing discs with surround effects and sound seems to come f...
Page 33 - ] to select the item and press; Digital Output; PCM Digital Output
To Enjoy Movies and Music More DV D Operations 33 RQTV0057 [DVD-V[ When you have connected equipment through this unit’s COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO terminal ( l 9), change the settings for “PCM Digital Output”, “Dolby Digital”, “DTS Digital Surround” and “MPEG” ( l 37). You can enjoy the powerful movie t...
Page 34 - Using On-Screen Menus; Play Menu; Main Menu; Other Settings
34 RQTV0057 Using On-Screen Menus [DVD-V[ [RAM[ ]DVD-RW]‹VR›] [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...
Page 36 - Changing Settings; ] to select the item
36 RQTV0057 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 next page for menu and option details. ≥ Select the unit vi...
Page 37 - SETUP Menu; Menus; Disc; Others
Changing Settings DV D Operations 37 RQTV0057 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...
Page 38 - Recording from DVD to VHS; Manual Dubbing
38 RQTV0057 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 15). Only discs...
Page 39 - Before Requesting Service; General
Editing 39 RQTV0057 Helpful Hints 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 40 - Disc play
Before Requesting Service 40 RQTV0057 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...
Page 41 - Helpful Hints; Disc picture; Error Messages
Helpful Hints Before Requesting Service 41 RQTV0057 Disc picture Editing On-screen display Self-diagnostic Indications on the unit’s display Picture distorted. ≥ Some distortion is normal during search. — Picture quality is poor. ≥ Check the settings in the On-Screen Menu “Picture Menu”. 35 Menus no...
Page 42 - Glossary
42 RQTV0057 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 rat...
Page 43 - Specifications; to
43 RQTV0057 Helpful Hints Specifications NV-VP33GLNV-VP33GN 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 R...
