Panasonic AG-MD830E Service Manual

<0Remote ControllersVW-RM1 pause remote controller (op-tional accessory)When the VW-RM1 pause remote controller is connectedto this unit, recording can be set to the pause modefrom a distance instead of using the button on the unititself.PAUSE REMOTE®® I@"'@rrl ®@@®@® ® 000Computer Remote ControlAG-ASOO remote controller (optional ac-cessory)When the AG-IA34 34-pin interface board, available asan optional accessory, is mounted, the unit can beoperated by remote control at a distance of about 5meters instead of the unit's own operation buttons beingoperated.• The speed of the playback pictures can be varied upto about 11 times the normal speed in the forward orreverse direction.Mounting the 34-pin interface boardFirst remove the board mounting plate where the interfaceboard is to be mounted, mount the board, connect theconnector and screw the mounting board into place.AG-A600 remote controllerUsing the optional RS-232C serial interlace board (AG-IA823) and RS-232C cable, as shown in the figure below, a personalcomputer can be used to operate the unit in various ways.Required optionalSerial Interlace board (AG-IA823)1[;Personal computer RS-232C cable L ~.0BB~-~-0000 ®®·o 18l~18l V~ O@@ i§Joo- E-18-Cautions for Use• 00 not insert fingers or any other objects into thevideo cassette holder.• Avoid operating or leaving the unit near strong mag-netic fields. Be especially careful of large audiospeakers.• Avoid operating or storing the unit in an excessivelyhot, cold, or damp environment as this may result indamage both to the unit and to the tape.• Do not spray any cleaner or wax directly on the unit.• If the unit is not going to be used for a length 01time, turn the Power OFF and disconnect the powerplug from the AC outlet.• Do not leave a cassette in the unit when not in use.• Do not block the ventilation slots on the sides of theunit.• Use this unit horizontally and do not place anythingon the top panel.• Cassette tape can be used only for one-side, onedirection recording. Two-way or two-track recordingscannot be made.• Keep the VTR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks,etc.CAUTION: If liquids should be spilled into the VTR,serious damage could occur. If you spill any liquidinto the VTR, remove power and consult qualifiedservice personnel.• Wipe the VTR with a clean, dry cloth. Never usecleaning fluids, chemicals or wax.• Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. There are nouser serviceable parts inside.• If any liquid spills inside the unit, have the unitexamined for possible damage.• Refer any needed servicing to authorized service per-sonnel.Cleaning care for video headsIf the screen should appear as shown below, it meansthat the video heads are dirty. It is recommended thatyou clean the heads periodically. Use the optionalcleaning tape and special purpose cleaning fluid toclean the heads. Consult with your dealer if thesymptoms should persist even after cleaning.Notes:• We do not recommend that you attempt to cleanthe video heads yourself.• Repeated head cleaning will shorten the service lifeof the video heads.• Nothing can be recorded on the head cleaningtape.• If you use cleaning fluid, wipe the cleaned headswith a dry cloth before using the unit.Dew IndicationWhen dew is detected, the salety device of this unit willoperate in order to protect the cassette tape and videoheads.In case of dew detection, the " d " mark in the counterlights. Wait until the " d " mark goes out with Powerswitch turned ON to operate the VTR... d R mark lights.DNoteDew condensation normally occurs gradually. Therefore,there may be cases in which the " d " mark does notstart flashing until 10 or 15 minutes after dew has begunto condense. In particular, if the temperature or humidityin the room change, wait about 20 minutes before usingthe unit.Cause of CondensationCondensation forms if warm air comes in contact with acold object, for example on a window in a well-heatedroom in winter. It may form if the unit or the videocassette is exposed to sudden changes in temperatureand humidity such as may occur when the unit or thevideo cassette is taken from a cold to a warm place.For instance:• In a room where the heater has just been turned onin winter;• In a room with steam or high humidity:• If the unit or the cassette is brought from cold sur-roundings into a well-heated room.- E-19-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS