Panasonic Tv Dvd Vcr Combination Pv Df205 Operating Instructions

							Information
Getting Started
TV Operation
Disc Operation Information
VCR Operation
TV/VCR Operation
This operating instruction book is designed for use with models PV-DF205 and PV-DF275. 
Illustrations in this manual show the PV-DF275. Fea tures may vary, so please read care ful ly.
LSQT0941 A
TV / DVD / VCR Combination
Operating Instructions
Models No. 
• Connection and Initial Setup Procedures are on pages 10 and 13.
PV-DF205/PV-DF275 
MULTI FORMAT PLAYBACK
*Ability to play back may depend on recording 
conditions.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic Corporation of North America  
has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect, operate, 
or adjust this product. Please save this manual.
Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
(Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.) 
						

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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 unit.
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for 
replacement parts.
Date of Purchase  _____________________
Dealer Purchased From ________________
Dealer Address _______________________
Dealer Phone No. _____________________
Model No.   __________________________
Serial No.  ___________________________
1 Remote Control 
(EUR7724020 or
 EUR7724020R)2 Batteries “AA”
Congratulations
  Accessories
The unit may tip or fall if not situated on a stable surface, if 
pushed, or during an earthquake. Use a strong rope or chain 
(not included) to fasten the unit firmly to a strong wall support.
  Safety Precaution
Be sure to read the following cautions carefully.
Never pick unit up by VCR cassette opening.
■ PV-DF275 only
To order accessories, call toll free 
1-800-332-5368.
Before Using
This television receiver provides display of television closed 
captioning.U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 
5,315,448; and 6,516,132.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is 
protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. 
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized 
by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited 
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. 
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
WARNING 
						

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Getting Started
  Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité
This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) 
System, is compatible with existing VHS equipment. Only use 
those tapes with the 
   mark. It is recommended that only 
cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in 2, 
4, 6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used. This television receiver 
provides display of television closed captioning in accordance 
with §15.119 of the FCC rules.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR 
MOIS TURE.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT IN WALL 
SOCKET. FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION
FCC NOTICE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference when operated in a residential environment. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, use the equipment in another location and/or utilize 
an electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver. If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for 
help. You may find the booklet, “Something About Interference”, available from FCC local regional offices, helpful.
This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and 
other components that contain lead. Disposal of these 
materials may be regulated in your community due to 
environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling 
information please contact your local authorities, or the 
Electronics Industries Alliance: 
FCC WARNING :
ANY UNAUTHORIZED CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT WOULD VOID THE 
USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE IT.
AVERTISSEMENT :
AFIN DE PRÉVENIR TOUT RISQUE D’INCENDIE OU DE CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, NE PAS 
EXPOSER CET APPAREIL À LA PLUIE OU À UNE HUMIDITÉ EXCESSIVE.
CAUTION:
LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. 
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
(Inside of product)
CAUTION:
UNIT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.
HOWEVER, THIS UNIT USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE 
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE 
UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
WHEN THIS UNIT IS PLUGGED INTO THE WALL OUTLET, DO NOT PLACE YOUR 
EYES CLOSE TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER OPENINGS TO 
LOOK INTO THE INSIDE OF THIS UNIT.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES 
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS 
RADIATION EXPOSURE. 
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE UNIT YOURSELF. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.ATTENTION:
RAYONNEMENT LASER EN CAS 
D’OUVERTURE.
NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE 
FAISCEAU.
Attention :
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA 
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
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
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPENCAUTION
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and main te nance of 
this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems. 
						

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  IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRE CAU TIONS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, INJURY TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE TO 
THIS PRODUCT, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL 
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT.

						

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Getting StartedGetting
 Started
TV and VCR
 Operation
Disc
 Operation
Information
  Table of Contents
Information
Getting Started
TV Operation
Disc Operation Information
VCR Operation
TV/VCR Operation
Before Using ............................................................................................................................ 2
Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité .............................................................................. 3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS ............................................................... 4
Information ............................................................................................................................... 6
Location of Controls ............................................................................................................... 8
Connections ........................................................................................................................... 10
Tuning TV ............................................................................................................................... 13
TV Operation .......................................................................................................................... 16
MTS Broadcast / TV Stereo System ..................................................................................... 18
TV Timer Features ................................................................................................................. 19
Closed Caption System ........................................................................................................ 20
Video / Audio Setting ............................................................................................................ 22
Before using the VCR ............................................................................................................ 24
Recording Television Programs .......................................................................................... 25
Playing VCR ........................................................................................................................... 27
Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) ................................................................................................. 30
V-Chip Control Features .......................................................................................................31
Display Features .................................................................................................................... 35
Basic Disc Operation ............................................................................................................ 36
DVD-RAM Operation .............................................................................................................. 40
Disc Operation -Using Information Screen- ........................................................................ 42
Special Disc Operation .........................................................................................................45
Settings for DVD Operation .................................................................................................. 48
Warning and Instruction Displays ....................................................................................... 52
Glossary ................................................................................................................................. 52
Before Requesting Service ................................................................................................... 53
Guía rápida de uso en español ............................................................................................ 54
Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................... 60
Customer Services Directory ............................................................................................... 61
Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 62
Index ....................................................................................................................................... 63 
						

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•  Insert so the poles (+ and - ) match those in the remote control.
•  Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
1  Open the cover.
3  Close the cover.
2  Insert batteries as marked.

						

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Getting Started
*  A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

						

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  Remote Control Buttons
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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19
20
21
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1  OPEN / CLOSE / 
EJECTWhen this button is pressed in TV / VCR mode, 
the tape is ejected. This button is inoperative 
if pressed during recording. If pressed in DVD 
mode, the disc tray opens or closes.
2 POWERTurns the unit on or off.
3 DISPLAYDisplays the TV status and clock. In DVD mode, 
displays disc and unit information.
4 RAPID TUNEDisplays the last channel you were watching.
5 MUTEMutes the sound instantly.
6 INPUTChanges input source.
7 ACTIONDisplays Main Menu.
8 SELECT ▲▼◄►Controls navigation around on-screen menu.
9  CHANNEL UP/
DOWNSelects a channel.
10  REW/SLOW-Rewinds tape and searches previous scene. 
Decreases slow motion speed in Still mode.
11  STOPStops recording or playback.
12  STILL/PAUSEPauses picture in Playback mode and frame 
advance picture in Still mode.
13  SKIP- Ι◄◄ / 
SEARCHSkips back one chapter or track. Goes to 
previous menu screen. Goes directly to the 
desired recording.
14  AUDIOSelects the desired audio mode.
15  ANGLESelects the desired angle in DVD mode.
16  RECRecords a program.
17  PROGRAMDisplays SET PROGRAM screen. You can set 
Timer Program and On-Timer.
18  
DVDSet to DVD mode.19  TV/VCRSets to TV/VCR mode.
20  TRACKING UP / 
DOWNReduces picture noise during Playback and 
Slow Motion.
21  NUMBER KeysSelects a channel directly.
22  ADD/DELETE/
CLEARAdds or deletes a channel. Cancels an item on 
the screen.
23  MENU / PLAY LISTDisplays DVD menu. Displays Play List. (DVD-
RAM)
24  SETSets selected menu.
25  VOLUME UP/
DOWNAdjusts volume.
26  PLAYBegins playback.
27  FF/SLOW+Fast forwards tape and searches next scene. 
Increases slow motion speed in Still mode.
28  TITLE / D.NAVISelects the desired title by number on some 
DVDs. Displays Direct Navigator. (DVD-RAM).
29  SKIP+ ►►Ι / 
CM SKIP / ZERO 
SEARCHSkips one chapter or track. Goes to next menu 
screen. In Stop mode, goes to counter position 
“0:00:00”. In Playback mode, skips over 1 to 3 
minutes of tape.
30  SURROUND / VSSCreates a deeper, 3-D sound effect.
31  SUB TITLESelects a different subtitle language.
32  ZOOM/
COUNTER RESETEnlarges specific portions of DVD picture. 
Resets to “0:00:00” at desired portion of tape.
33  SPEED / RETURNReturns to DVD and Video CD (Playback 
Control) menu screen. Selects recording speed 
of tape.
  Location of Controls 
						

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