Panasonic AGVP300P Operations Instructions

POWER /IVCREJECTOPEN / CLOSEPULL -OPENSTOP/ REWFF /PICTUREMODETIMERCHECKPROGRESSIVE OUTSTOPREC CHECKMUSIC WITH PICTUREPLAYPLAYDVDVQT0C73DVD Play

10 Control reference guide (continued)ªDVD OPERATIONWhen you operate the DVD, always select “DVD” with the [VCR/TV/DVD] switch.If “DVD” is not selecte

11Before Use Control reference guide (continued)ªTV OPERATIONOnly Panasonic TVs can be operated with the provided remote control. The settings for ope

12ConnectionsThis section shows you how to connect the unit to an antenna, TV, etc. When the unit is turned on after connecting the antenna cable and

13Before UseConnections (continued)To enjoy DVD video with a higher image qualityConnection to a TV using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal (progressiv

14Cable ConnectionCable-This Unit-TV (For CATV/PAY Channels Recording/Playback)The unit has an extended range, and can tune the Low-Band, Mid-Band, Su

15Before UseTuning the TV to your unitThe unit supplies a signal to the TV via the RF coaxial cable on channel 3 or 4. It is possible to view the vide

16Tuning the TV to your unit (continued)Preparations≥Switch [VCR/TV/DVD] to “VCR”.ªTo Restart Plug in Auto TuningMake sure there is no video cassette

17VCR PlaybackTo Switch to the Desired Video (Common Output)This unit allows both video cassette and DVD discs to be played back.You can set the unit

18VCR Playback (continued)To Obtain a Higher Speed Picture than Cue, Review (Jet Search)During playback, tap [ 5] or [6] twice.≥Select search speed to

19VCRVCR Playback (continued)To Playback in the Desired Picture Quality (Picture Mode)This function reproduces optimum playback picture from various k

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20Manual RecordingTape Speeds:There are three tape speeds.SP: You can record the length shown on the tape.EP: Three times the length of SP mode.VP: Fi

21VCRManual Recording (continued)To play back a disc while recording on a video cassetteYou can play back a DVD disc while recording.≥Playback will no

22Timer RecordingTo Program with the On Screen Display (OSD)This method offers easy step-by-step programming with the remote control while you view th

23VCRTimer Recording (continued)ªWeekly Timer RecordingIn step 3, select the desired day by pressing [Cursor]34.For example, SU (Sunday) (SUuSunday, M

24Search FunctionsJet NavigatorThis unit can display a list of the recorded programs on the inserted video cassette on the TV screen. You can then sel

25VCRSearch Functions (continued)To Set the CategoryThe category setting allows you to find what kind of programs are recorded by the character and th

26Search Functions (continued)To Check the Recorded Programming Data(Time Stamp Function)When playback starts after searching with the Jet Navigator f

27VCRSearch Functions (continued)Searching while checking the video cassette contents (Intro-Jet Scan)The approximate beginnings of each recorded prog

28Settings Using the On Screen DisplayChange the settings to suit your preferences and to suit the unit to the environment in which it is being used.

29VCRSettings Using the On Screen Display (continued)Channel SetThe unit tunes automatically after you plug it in and turn it on for the first time (P

3Dear CustomerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. User memo:≥Operatio

30Settings Using the On Screen Display (continued)OptionOperationsWhile the VCR MENU is displayed(Common procedure lpage 28)1Select “OPTION” by pressi

31VCRSettings Using the On Screen Display (continued)Onscreen displayTo see these displays, set the OSD item in the “OPTION” menu to “ON”.Press [DISPL

32Playing discsBasic play[DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA]Preparations≥To view the video on a DVD or Video CD, turn on the TV and confirm that the

33DVDPlaying discs (continued)To view with progressive output [DVD-V[ You can enjoy higher image quality than that output from the conventional video

34Playing discs (continued)To immediately access a specific scene or track[DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA]Preparations≥To view the video on a DVD

35DVDOther methods of play[DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA]Preparations≥To view the video on a DVD or Video CD, turn on the TV and select the video

36Other methods of play (continued)Preparations≥Switch [VCR/TV/DVD] to “DVD”.To play chapters/tracks at random (Random play)[DVD-V[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [

37DVDPlaying the programs or play lists on DVD-RAMSelecting a program to play(Direct Navigator)[RAM[ You can search for a desired program in the list

38 MP3/WMA and CD text navigating menus[MP3] [WMA] [CDtext]You can play back a MP3, WMA or CD text disc by using the menu.The menu screen can display

39DVD MP3/WMA and CD text navigating menus (continued)ªViewing the text information on tracks[CDtext]While the menu screen is displayed1To view the in

4(Inside of product)FCC NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide re

40To get more enjoyment from movies and musicTo switch subtitle, audio or angle-viewPreparations≥To view the video on a DVD or Video CD, turn on the T

41DVDTo get more enjoyment from movies and music (continued)To change the settings in accordance with the softwarePreparations≥To view the video on a

42To get more enjoyment from movies and music (continued)Variable Zoom function[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]Change the zoom ratio so the pictures expands to the

43DVDUsing On-Screen Menu Icons[DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [WMA]On-Screen Menu Icons are menus that contain information about the disc or unit. The

44MP3Using On-Screen Menu Icons (continued)Indicates how far you have played through an item.Disc informationProgress indicatorAudio/Subtitle language

45DVDMP3Using On-Screen Menu Icons (continued)Play Menu ªMarkerStores the position from which playback will resume later.1Press [ENTER].2Press [ENTER]

46MP3Using On-Screen Menu Icons (continued)Picture Menu [DVD-V[ [RAM[ [VCD]Unless otherwise indicated, select items with [Cursor]2 1 and change with

47DVDEnjoying more powerful soundTo connect to external audio devicesYou can enjoy Dolby digital sound and DTS surround sound.ªEnjoying 5.1-channel su

48Changing settingsChange the settings to suit your preferences and to suit the unit to the environment in which it is being used. These settings are

49DVDChanging settings (continued)SET UP menus≥Underlined items are the initial setting.(continues on the next page)Menus Items OptionsDiscDVD-VAudioC

5Before UseUsage PrecautionsPlease read these precautions before you operate this unit.ªAvoid Sudden Changes in TemperatureIf this unit is suddenly mo

50Changing settings (continued)Preparations≥Turn on the TV and select the video input for this unit.≥Switch [VCR/TV/DVD] to “DVD”.Quick SetupThe QUICK

51DVDChanging settings (continued)Entering a password (Ratings)[DVD-V]While SET UP menus are displayed, select the “Disc” tab and then “Ratings” by fo

52EditingAssemble EditingThis function can be used to make up an edited tape from other recordings or video sources.A new scene can be added to the en

53OthersEditing (continued)Adding Music to Video(MUSIC WITH PICTURE)You can enjoy music fed from a disc while images taken by digital cameras or video

54Error MessagesBefore requesting service, check the following points once again.On Screen DisplayªVCRªDVDSelf-diagnostic IndicationsThis unit has a s

55Helpful HintsBefore Requesting ServiceBefore requesting service, check the following points once again.GeneralSoundNo power. ≥Insert the AC power su

56Before Requesting Service (continued)PictureVCR pictureDisc pictureRecordingNo picture. ≥Check the connection.≥Make sure the television is on.≥Ensur

57Helpful HintsBefore Requesting Service (continued)Disc playEditingPlay doesn’t start (or stops immediately) when you press [1] (PLAY). ≥Condensation

58GlossaryAudio 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

59Helpful HintsGlossary (continued)MP3 (MPEG AUDIO Layer3 )One of audio data compression methods adopted by MPEG.The audio data can be compressed into

6Disc informationªDiscs that can be played¢Discs you can useThese indications show you the features you can use with the different types of discs.≥Use

60Q&AConnectionI have a TV equipped with both the S-video input and the component video inputs. Which one should be used?≥To view only the video o

61Helpful HintsSpecificationsAG-VP300PªVCR SECTIONVideo Recording System:2 rotary heads, helical scanning systemVideo Heads:4 headsTape Speed:SP; 33.3

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7Before UseControl reference guideThis section describes in detail the function of each button, switch and connection socket.FRONT REARPOWERÍ/ITIMER R

8Control reference guide (continued)The unit’s displayRECREMAIN LPSPVCREPVPPGMRND(1) (2)(3)(1)[A](4)(5) (6) (7)(3)(4)[C](2)[B]ªCommon section[A] VCR

9Before UseControl reference guide (continued)Infra-red Remote ControllerThe remote control unit for this unit is a universal remote controller. As su