If connected via a scart lead to the television ensure s-video not selected as this will result in b&w. If still a problem check the correct colour format has been selected in your vcr. If you are in the u.k then this will be PAL and the sound system is system I.
Tony
December 2006
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How can I fix my Panasonic NV-VHD1B combo recorder?