Panasonic Video Cassette Recorder Ag1350 Operating Instructions

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Advanced Operations
VCR/TVPICTURE MODE 
REC
NAVI
W
XSEARCHINDEX
OK AUDIO
∫
13
215 69¥ :
Í
;/D
MENU
TIMERÁPROG./CHECKSPEED
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4
1234
JET REW
DIRECT REC6
¥
To Find the Beginning of
Each Recording
(VHS Index Search System)
Example:
Searching for the 2nd recorded segment in the
forward direction.
Press INDEX 9 twice.
(This operation is performed
while the VCR is in the stop
mode or normal playback
mode.)
Display Symbol
≥After finding the specific recorded segment,
playback starts automatically.
≥If you press INDEX 9 too many times,
simply press INDEX : to correct it. In this
way, you can reduce the displayed figure
down to 1.
≥Up to 20 index signals can be searched for in
both directions.
≥The figure on the display decreases by 1
each time an index signal is located.
Recording Index Signals
Index signals are recorded in the following
cases.
≥When a recording is started by pressing
REC ¥ (¥ REC/OTR).
≥When REC ¥ 
on the remote controller is
pressed during recording.
≥When timer recording is activated.
Note:
≥The index search function can only work
correctly if the index signals are spaced at
least 3 minutes apart in the SP mode and
5 minutes apart in the EP mode.
Searching while checking
the video cassette contents
(Intro-Jet Scan)
The approximate beginnings of each recorded
program are played in succession at the high
speed so that the program to be viewed can be
located easily.
Preparations
≥Confirm that the TV is on and the VCR
viewing channel is selected.
≥Press VCR/TV to select the VCR mode.
≥Load the pre-recorded video cassette.
Operations
1Press SEARCH.
(This operation is performed while the VCR
is off or while the VCR is in the stop mode or
normal playback mode with the VCR on.)
≥The tape is rewound to
the beginning, and
played for about
10 seconds at the high
speed. It is then fast
forwarded, the VISS
(VHS Index Search
System) signals are
searched in
succession, and each
time the signals are
found, the tape is
played for about
10 seconds at the high
speed.
5 5INTRO-JET SCAN
5INTRO-JET SCAN
55INTRO-JET SCAN
2When the program to be viewed is reached,
press 1 (PLAY).
≥Normal playback now commences.
To stop the operation at any time:
Press ∫ (STOP).
Note:
≥This function may not work properly when
recorded programs run for 15 minutes or less. 
						

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TV
VCRVOLUME
AV
VCR/TV
OSD/DISPLAY RESET/CANCEL
PICTURE MODE 
REC
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OK AUDIO
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TIMERÁPROG./CHECKSPEED
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Editing
Assemble Editing
This function can be used to make up an edited
tape from other recordings or video sources.
A new scene can be added to the end of
previous one.
Preparations
≥Connect a movie camera or another VCR to
this VCR as shown.
≥Insert a recorded cassette tape with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
≥Select the audio source required by using the
I and J buttons to set A1 or A2.Operations
1Search for the end of the previous recording
by pressing 1 (PLAY).
2Press ;/D (PAUSE/SLOW).
3Press REC ¥ to switch the VCR from the
pause mode to the recording standby mode.
4Start the new recording by pressing
;/D (PAUSE/SLOW) again.
 5Press ∫ (STOP) to stop recording.
Notes:
≥If DIRECT REC is set to ON, connect with
AV2 sockets and select A2.
AV1
(AUDIO IN/VIDEO IN)
Other VCR
Video movie camera AV2
(AUDIO IN/VIDEO IN) 
						

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Advanced Operations
EJECT
REC/OTR6
/6REW5/5FF
STOP PLAY
Other Functions
Tracking Adjustment and
Vertical Locking Adjustment
≥For manual tracking adjustment
The I and J buttons are used to adjust the
tracking when, for example, noise bars on the
picture during normal playback are better
removed manually than by automatic digital
tracking control. To return to automatic digital
tracking control, press both buttons together.
≥For slow tracking adjustment
When noise bars appear during still or slow
playback, switch over to slow playback and
adjust with the I and J button to reduce
the noise bars.
≥For vertical locking adjustment
Use the I and J buttons to minimize any
vertical jitter during still picture playback.
Automatic Switching Off and
Ejection
When the VCR is switched off, an inserted
video cassette can be ejected by simply
pressing EJECT 
						

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Before Requesting Service
Before requesting service, check the following
points again.
Message of On Screen Display
On screen display
messages are displayed.
The error message is indicated in brackets [ ].
[PLEASE PUT IN A VIDEO CASSETTE.]
‘REC ¥ (¥ REC/OTR) or TIMER Á
(TIMER REC Á) has been pressed
without a video cassette inserted.
Insert a video cassette with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
[PLEASE STOP THE TAPE.]
‘CHANNEL SET has been selected
during playback. Stop the tape.
[PLEASE SET THE CLOCK.]
‘TIMER Á (TIMER REC Á) or PROG./
CHECK has been pressed when the
clock is not set.
Set the clock.
[PLEASE USE A CASSETTE WITH TAB.]
‘REC ¥ (¥ REC/OTR) or TIMER Á
(TIMER REC Á) has been pressed
without a video cassette with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
Use a video cassette with an intact
erasure prevention tab.
[NO TIMER RECORDING HAS BEEN SET.]
‘TIMER Á (TIMER REC Á) has been
pressed with no timer programs.
Set timer recording.
[VCR IS IN THE TIMER STANDBY MODE.]
‘POWER Í/I (VCR Í) has been pressed
during the timer standby mode.
Press TIMER Á (TIMER REC Á) to
release the VCR from the timer standby
mode.
Self-diagnostic Indications
This VCR has a self-diagnosis and display
function. If the VCR detects trouble during
installation or during use, the following
indications automatically appear in the VCR
display. Indications are in the form of a single
English letter plus two numbers, such as [H01].
INDICATION:H∑∑, F∑∑
CAUSE:Some trouble has occurred.
(Numbers after H and F
differ according to the status
of the VCR.)
REMEDY:Consult your dealer for
further advice.
The VCR will not operate correctly
The symptom description is indicated in
quotations “”.
“The VCR display is not illuminated.”
‘The AC power cord has not been
connected.
Connect the AC power cord to the main
AC power.
“The VCR display is illuminated but the VCR
will not operate.”
‘The VCR is in the timer mode.
Press TIMER Á (TIMER REC Á) to
operate the VCR manually.
‘Safety devices are operating.
Disconnect the AC power cord and wait
for 1 minute. Reconnect the power
supply and check functions.
“An unknown language appears on the TV
screen.”
‘The language setting has been set to an
unknown language.
Select the desired language.
See page 18. 
						

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Helpful Hints
Playback will not operate correctly
The symptom description is indicated in
quotations “”.
“The picture is noisy or is not in color.
Horizontal bars or lines run down the screen.”
‘Tracking is not correct.
Adjust the tracking. See page 33.
‘The TV has not been tuned to the VCR.
Tune the TV to the VCR. See page 10.
‘The video heads are clogged or worn.
Consult your dealer for further advice.
Recording will not operate correctly
The symptom description is indicated in
quotations “”.
“The 1 indication flashes whenever recording
is attempted.”
‘The erasure prevention tab on the video
cassette has been broken off.
Use a tape with an intact erasure
prevention tab, or cover the tab hole with
adhesive tape, if the original recording is
no longer required.
“The picture is recorded with noise or a blank
screen.”
‘The antenna or antenna cable is
defective.
Check the antenna connection to the
VCR. See page 8.
Check your normal TV picture. If there is
no picture, check your antenna.
‘The VCR is not correctly tuned.
Retune the VCR. See pages 10–13.
‘A1 or A2 has been selected.
Select the required TV program.
“Timer recording cannot be performed.”
‘The clock or calendar has been
incorrectly set.
Check the clock and calendar. Set them
to the present time. (Note that this is a
24-hour clock.) See page 14.‘The recording starting or ending time
setting is incorrect.
Set the recording starting and ending
time correctly.
‘The VCR has not been set for timer
recording.
Press TIMER Á (TIMER REC Á) after
programming for timer recording.
“AV external recordings cannot be made.”
‘A1 or A2 has not been selected.
Select A1 or A2 by pressing INPUT
SELECT.
‘External AV connections are incorrect.
Check that the connections for external
video and audio sources are correct.
See page 32.
‘A1 cannot be selected.
DIRECT REC can be set to ON.
Set DIRECT REC to OFF. See page 17.
The remote controller will not operate
correctly
The symptom description is indicated in
quotations “”.
“The remote controller does not operate
correctly.”
‘The remote controller transmitter beam
is not reaching the VCR.
Ensure that the remote controller is
being pointed at the VCR and that the
transmitter beam is not obstructed.
‘The distance is too far.
Use the remote controller within 7 m of
the VCR.
If this range is not possible, replace the
batterries.
‘The batteries charge has been depleted.
Replace the batteries. Note the
precautions for replacement on page 7.
‘The batteries are incorrectly fitted with
(+/-) reversed.
Fit the batteries correctly as shown on
page 7. 
						

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Usage Precautions
Please read these precautions before you
operate this VCR.
Avoid Sudden Changes in
Temperature
If the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold to
a warm place, dew may form on the tape
and inside the VCR.
Humidity and DustAvoid places where there is high humidity
or much dust, which may cause damage to
internal parts.
Do Not Obstruct the Ventilation Holes
The ventilation holes prevent abnormal
increases in temperature. Do not block or cover
these holes. Avoid covering the holes with soft
materials such as cloth or paper.
Avoid High Temperature
Keep the VCR away from extreme heat
sources such as direct sunlight, heating
radiators, or closed automobiles.
Avoid Magnets or Magnetized objects
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object
near the VCR as it will adversely affect its
performance of the VCR.
Keep the VCR away from other equipments as
much as possible when using it, to avoid any
adverse effect on performance for both the
VCR and the equipment.
Do Not Place Fingers or Other ObjectsInside
Do not attempt to disassemble the VCR.
Touching internal parts of this VCR is
dangerous, and may cause it serious damage.
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Avoid Water
Keep the VCR away from flower vases, tubs,
sinks, etc. 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. Never
use cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Do not
use compressed air to remove any dust.
Stacking
Place the VCR in a horizontal position, and do
not place anything heavy on it.
If Dew Forms in the VCR
Dew may form in the VCR if:
≥The VCR is in a room where the heater has
just been turned on.
≥The VCR is in a room with steam or high
humidity.
≥The VCR is brought from cold surroundings
into a well-heated room.
≥The VCR is suddenly brought from cool
surroundings, such as an air-conditioned
room or car, to a place which is hot and
humid.
Note:
≥Do not operate the VCR for at least 1 hour
if any of the above conditions occur.
This VCR does not incorporate a dew
sensor. 
						

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Helpful Hints
If a clear picture is not produced, insert a
commercially available cleaning cassette.
Then, press REC ¥ (¥ REC/OTR) and keep it
running for approximate 10 seconds to clean
the video heads.
If the problem still persists after performing all
of the measures listed above, contact a service
personnel to request assistance.
Heads mainly become dirty because of
scratched or dirty tapes, use of the unit in
places where temperature and humidity are
high, dust in the air and other reasons.
Never use tapes on which juice has been spilt
or those that are extremely damaged since this
will not only cause the heads to become dirty,
but will also make the unit malfunction.
Dirt on the video headsIf the video heads get dirty, pictures will not be
recorded or played back clearly.
(See the following conditions.)
Normal
pictureSmall
amount
of dirtLarge
amount
of dirt
If this happens, insert and eject a cassette
5–10 times in a row to remove the dirt
from the video heads.CVC (Crystal View Control)
Indicator
The crystal view control function ensures that
you always obtain the optimum picture quality
so that you get the best picture automatically.
While the VCR is turned on, the CVC indication
is always displayed to show that the Crystal
View Control is activated.
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.
≥Based on in-house tests with Panasonic
video cassettes. Actual head life may vary
according to conditions of use, tape type,
temperature, humidity, etc.
The serial number of this product can be
found on the rear panel. No others have the
same serial number as yours. You should
record the number and other vital
information here and retain this book as a
permanent record of your purchase to aid
identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase
Dealer purchased from
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No. AG-1350P
Serial No.
Surge AbsorberFor added protection for this product, these
models are equipped with new surge absorbing
circuit which prevents damage due to power
surges caused by induced lightning.
≥This function may not be effective for surges
by direct lightning. 
						

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Specifications
AG-1350P
Power Source:120 V AC 50/60Hz
Power Consumption:18 W
Power Consumption
When in Standby Mode:Approx. 0.9 W (When Power save function is activated)
Video Recording System:2 rotary heads, helical scanning system
Video Heads:4 heads
Tape Speed:SP; 33.3 mm/s EP; 11.1 mm/s
Tape Format:VHS tape
Record/Playback Time:SP; 210 min with NV-T210
EP; 630 min with NV-T210
FF/REW Time:Approx. 60 s with NV-T120 (FF/REW)
Approx. 43 s with NV-T120 (JET REW)
VIDEO
Television System:EIA; Standard (525 lines, 60 fields), NTSC color signal
Modulation System:Luminance; FM azimuth recording
Color signal; converted subcarrier phase shift recording
Input Level:VIDEO IN (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
Output Level:VIDEO OUT (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm
RF modulated; VHF channel US3 or 4, 75 ohm, terminated
AUDIO
Input Level:AUDIO IN (PHONO);j10 dBV, 47 kohm
Output Level:AUDIO OUT (PHONO);j8 dBV, 1 kohm
Audio Track:1 track (normal-mono only)
Video Horizontal Resolution:Color; more than 200 lines
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:Video; more than 38 dB/SP
Audio; more than 40 dB/SP
Audio Frequency Response:60 Hz–12 kHz/SP
Operating Temperature:5oC–40oC  (41oF–104oF)
Operating Humidity:35%–80%
Weight:3.5kg (7.7 lbs.)
Dimensions:430 (W)k89 (H)k277 (D) mm
[16
15/16 (W)k39/16 (H)k1015/16 (D)]
Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. 
						

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