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This is a
Q ---Link
TV. Q---Link,
NEXTVIEWLINK
and similar technology provide a way for a TV and VCR to communicate, making it
easier to record programmes. In order to be able to exchange information both the TV and the VCR must be fitted with this
technology, and must be connected with a SCART lead (full function type) between the AV2 socket of the TV and the appropriate
socket on the VCR (see the VCR instruction book for details).
Q---Link lets your TV instruct a
compatible VCR
to record the programme currently shown on screen, no matter what programme
position is set on the VCR. In order to make use of
Q ---Link
, ensure that the
Q ---Link
option is set to
On
in the
SETUP
menu:
Press the
SETUP
menu button
Move to
Q---Link
option
Confirm
Q---Link
option is set to
On
Press the
TV/AV
button at any time to go back to watching TV.
Press the DIRECT TV REC button
Notes:
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If the VCR is off, it will automatically switch on when you
press the
DIRECT TV REC
button.
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To ensure correct recordings are made, the television and
VCR should share tuning information (see page 13).
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Whenever the Auto setup function is used, tuning data will
be downloaded to the VCR (see page 14).
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If at any time you wish to turn off the
Q---Link
feature, follow
the above procedure to get to the
Q---Link
menu option,
then set the option to
Off.
A message, sent from the VCR, will appear on screen showing what is being recorded, or if it is not possible to record:
VCR is recording the programme signal from its own tuner. If you wish you can switch off the
TV and leave the VCR recording in the normal way.
VCR is recording the programme signal from the television. You must not change programme
position or switch off the TV: if you do, the VCR will automatically stop recording and switch
off.
The write protection tab on the back of the cassette has been removed.
Examples of other messages that might be displayed.
Notes:
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With Panasonic Q---Link VCRs these additional features are available:
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If you insert a tape in your VCR and press the Play button, the television will automatically switch on and select the AV2
input so you can view the tape.
D
If you switch off the television whilst the VCR is in Stop, Fast Forward or Rewind modes, the VCR will switch off
automatically.
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Not all VCRs support this technology. Some may support certain features, but not others. See the VCR instruction book for
details
.
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If Q---Link is inoperative, first confirm that your SCART lead is a full function type. Ask your dealer for further details.
Q---Link
SET UP
TV/AV
DIRECT
TV REC
No recording NO TAPE
No recording TAPE IS
PROTECTED
VCR recording preset prog
VCR recording TV source
No recording TAPE MAY BE
DAMAGED
