Panasonic PV-V4611 User Manual

	Panasonic
	Video Cassette Recorder
OmnivlBtr» MI5	Operating Instructions
	Models No. PV-V4611

Connections and Initial Setup Procedures are on pages 8 to 11.

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING IN­ STRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT

INSTALLATION

POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify the power source in your home.

2POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG

As a safety feature, this Video product comes with either a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:

This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an electrician instail the proper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:

This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding outlet, ft necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.

3POWERCORD

Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or be in the way of walking traffic. If an extension cord is used, make sure It also has either a polarized or grounded plug and that the cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and should be avoided.

4DONOTBLOCKVENTILATONHOLES Ventilation openings In the cabinet release heat generated during operation. If they are blocked, neat build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:

a.Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

b.Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.

5AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDENTEMPERATURECHANGES

Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc,. Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense in the unit and on the tape.

6TOAVOIDPERSONALINJURY

•Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping surface.

•Do rx)t place this unit on any support that is not firm, level, and adequately strong. The unit could fall causing serious Injury to a child or adult

агк1 damage to the unit.

•An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the

appliance and cart combination to overturn.

•Carefully follow all operating instructions and use the manufacturer's recommended accessories when operating this unit or connecting it to any other equipment.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

1

SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the equiprrient, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against tauift up static cHarges

and voltage surges. Section 810 of the National Electrical

Code, ANSl/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code) provides infonnation

with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting

structure, groundirra of the lead-in iwiie

to an antenna disrfiarge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.

KEEP AMTENNACLEAR OFHIGH VOLTAGE POWER UNESORORCUnS An outside antenna ^stem should be located well away from

power lines, electric light or power dioiits and where it wilt never come Into contact wttn these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines, drcuits or other pov^r sources as this could Be fatal. Because of the hazards Involved,

antenna installation should be left to a professional. : USING THE VIDEO UNIT

f the unit has been in stor^e or moved to a new location, refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards,

1KEEPTHIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.

2IFEOUIPMENTISEXPOSEDTORAIN, MOISTURE,OR STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have It inspected by a qualified service technician before use.

3DURINGANELECTRICALSTORM

During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect air equipment from the power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4WHENTHEUNITIS PLUGGED IN

*Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.

*Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.

*Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.

5USING ACCESSORIES

Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.

6CLEANINGTHEUNIT

Unplug the unit. Then, use a dean, diy, chemically untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris, DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, adh^ive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect intetnal parts.

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SERVICE

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1DONOTSERVICETHISPRODUCTYOURSELF

If, after carefully following the detailed operating instruc­ tions, this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adjust­ ments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a qualified service technician.

2IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED

Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety charactenstics as the original parts. The use of unauthorizeci substitutes may result in lire, electric shock, or other hazards.

3HAVETHESERVICETECHNICIAN PERFORM ASAFETYCHECK After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to conduct a through safety check as described

in the manufacture’s service literature to insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

Safety Precautions

Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Avertissement: Afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs électriques, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à une humidité excessive.

Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

A				A
		CAUTION
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
		DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

Note to CABLE system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC in USA (and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.

Before Using

Congratulations

on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you years of enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.

The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your VCR.

•Date of Purchase _______________________

Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address________

Dealer Phone No.______

Model No. ___________

Serial No. ____________

Accessories

□Remote Control

LSSQ0286

To order accessories, call toll free 1-800-332-5368.

Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

Break off the tab to prevent recording.

Record Tab

Screw driver

Record/PlaybackTime

Only use tapes with the IVH^ mark in this unit.

Loading the Batteries

1) Open cover.

2) Insert batteries as marked.

3) Close cover.

□ Battery replacement caution

•Do not mix old and new batteries.

•Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Tape Speed		Type of Video Cassette
Setting		T60	T120	T160
SP		1 Hour	2 Hours	2 Hours
				40 Minutes
(Standard Play)
LP		2 Hours	4 Hours	5 Hours
(Long Play)				20 Minutes
SLP		3 Hours	6 Hours	8 Hours
(SuperLongPlay)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA{7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

Table of Contents
Important Safeguards and Precautions......................................	2,3
Accessories......................................................................................	4
Loading the Batteries.....................................................................	4
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure...................................................	4
Record/Playback Time.....................................................................	4
Location of Controls.....................................................................	6,7
Initial Setup for ANT^Cable-VCR-TV Connection......................	8,9
Initial Setup for DSS/Cable Box-VCR-TV Connection	... 10,11
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel .... 12,13
Playback a Tape.............................................................................	14
Record On a Tape..........................................................................	15
Timer Recording .......................................................................	16,17
Timer Recording Using VCR Plus+®System...........................	18,19
Multi-Brand Control Feature.............................	. 20,21
Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS)...............	..... 22
MTS Broadcast/ VMS Hi-Fi Stereo System	..... 23
Tape Operation (Search System).....................	24-26
Special VCR Features........................................	. 26,27
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)........................	..... 28
VCR & Cassette Information...................	................29
On-Screen Displays (OSD)......................	................30
Before Requesting Service.....................	............... 31
Service Center List..................................	................32
Warranty....................................................	................33
Spanish (Español) Quick Use Guide.	...........34,35
Index..........................................................	Back Cover

Location of Controls

Remote control Buttons

	EJECT	LiGHT
	POWER	TV mode
	VCR mode	DSS/CABLE mode
	VCR/TV —	INPUT
	PLAY	FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
	SELECT UP	SET
	REWIND/SEARCH	PROGRAM/ VCR+
	SET	STOP
	ACTION --------------	SELECT DOWN
	NUMBER KEYS	ADD/DELETE
		TAPE POSITION
	COUNTER RESET
		DISPLAY
	PAUSE/SLOW	SEARCH/ ENTER
	CM/ZERO	SPEED
		RECORD
	SAP/ Hi-Fi
	VOLUME UP/DOWN	CHANNEL UP/ DOWN
		TRACKING/ V-LOCK
	Light Tower Universal Remote Control

Light button: When LIGHT is pressed, available buttons in the selected nnode light up and the selected mode button {TV/VCR or DSS CABLE) flashes for 5 seconds. If no button is pressed, light goes out in 5 seconds to conserve batteries. Also, by holding down a button, you can confirm the selected mode {mode button will flash) in the dark.

EJECT button: Press to eject tape from VCR. If EJECT is pressed during record,

VCR will not respond.

Front View of the VCR

Cassette Compartment VCR/TV selector PLAY

POWER
		FAST
Video		FORWARD/
		SEARCH
Input
Connector		\ REWIND/
Audio Input	Remote	SEARCH
Connector	CHANNEL UP/ DOWN Sensor	RECORD STOP/EJECT
(UR)	TRACKING/ V-LOCK

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to ; [e-mail]

Multi Function Display

		Timer Indicator
		Lights when the VCR is set for a Timer
	Power Indicator	Recording, or when One Touch Recording
		(OTR) is used. Flashes when a Timer
	Lights when power
		Recording is set, but a tape has not been
	is on.
		inserted into the VCR and when a power
		interruption occurs during Timer Programming.
			VCR Indicator
			Lights when the
			VCR/TV selector is
			set to VCR.
	Clock/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display
	Displays the current time. Briefly displays VCR
	status when a function button is pressed. Briefly		Hi-Fi Indicator
	displays the channel number, or “LI” or “L2”		Lights when Hi-Fi audio is
	when a channel or line input is selected. Briefly
			monitored in Playback

	displays the recording speed when SPEED is			Mode.
	pressed.
		Rear View of the VCR
	AC Power Plug

InitialSetupforAisn/Cable-VCR-TVConnection

How to Connect

	Connect the Cable from Antenna/Cable to the IN FROM ANT.
(D terminal on VCR.
2	Connect the OUT TO TV terminal on the rear of VCR to the ANT.
	IN terminal on TV using the RF Cabie (included accessory).

How to do Initial Setup

1	Press VCR* for VCR mode. Turn
	the TV on and set it to channel 3.

2 Turn VCR on.

When VCR is turned on the first time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen appears.

3Press CHA to select English, or

Press CHV to select Spanish, or

Press VCR/TV key to seiect French. When one of above keys is pressed, SELECT CONNECTiON screen is dispiayed in the selected language.

			n^R I CLOCK I CHANNEL
				CABLE/DSS BOX^VCR^TV
				VCR»-CABLE/(JSS BOX»TV
				SELECT:* r
	If screen does not appear, check			EXIT : ACT I ON
		Press A ▼ to select connection
	connection between VCR and TV
	and, if TV is tuned to channel 3, try	and press ► to set.
	switching it to channel 4.	4CHANNEL7CLOCK AUTO SET
	When you want to change the output	screen appears.
	channel of VCR, please refer to VCR’s
	Output Channel on page 13.		rvCR I CLOCK I CHANNETI
	If wrong language is set, do “Reset All
				WEL/CUKK AUTO SET
	VCR Mennory Functions” steps on
				AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
	page 9.
				CONNECT ANTENNA CAGLE
	r WARNING--------------------------------------------------------------------			BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR
				LOCAL PBS CH THEN. . ,
	When using "Nut type" RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers			PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY

only. Overtightening may damage terminals.

8	For assistance, please call ; 1-800-211-PANA{7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

'Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

5 Press CHA Key to start Channel/Clock Auto Set operation. Settings are performed automatically. If the setup is completed, the following screen is displayed.

VCH r&LOCKI &HANNEL

[171372001 SUM 2:20PU

DST:ON SETTJNG : CH 10

If “Auto Clock Set is Incomplete" screen appears, set the clock using MANUAL CLOCK SET procedure shown below.

Pvcn I CLOCK I CHANNEL

ALTTO CLOCK SET IS

INCOMPLETE

POWER

VCR

VCR/TV

SELECT/ SET

A :PLAY T :STOP

◄;REW

► :FF

ACTION

CH A/V

Manual Clock Set

If Auto Clock Set was incomplete, manually set the clock as follows.

1 Press ACTION Key on the Remote to display CLOCK Menu screen.

rv'cn I CLOCKl CHANNEn

SELECT MONTH

SELECT:* T SET:

LeXIT : ACT I ON

2 Press A T to select the month and ► to set. In the same manner, select and set the date, year, time, and DST (daylight saving time).

rvCH I CLOCK I CHANNETj

11/11/2001 SUN 12:00PM

OST:ON

SET COMPLETED

SET ►

START : ACT I ON

3 Press ACTION Key twice to start CLOCK and exit.

Reset All VCR Memory Functions

Use when moving VCR to new location, or if a mistake was made in the Initial Setup section.

•Make sure a tape is not inserted in the VCR.

Press and hold both

PLAY and CHANNEL

A on the VCR for more than 5 seconds.

• The power shuts off.

Do “Initial Setup” on page 8.

InitiaiSetupforDSS/CableBox-VCR-TVConnection

How to Connect

Connect the OUT Jack on your cable box to the IN FROM ® ANT. terminal on the VCR with an RF cable.

2 Connect the OUT TO TV terminal on the rear of VCR to the ANT.

IN terminal on TV using the RF Cable (included accessory).

How to do Initial Setup

1	Press VCR* for VCR mode. Turn
	the TV on and set it to channel 3.

2Turn VCR on.

When VCR is turned on the first time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen appears.

SEL£CT LANGUAGE

IPRESS CH A : ENGLISH

OPRIMIR CH » : ESPAÑOL

APP. VCFVTV ; FRANÇAIS

TO CHANGE VCR' S OLFTPUT

PRESS ACTION KEY.

3 Press CHA to select English, or

Press CHV to select Spanish, or

Press VCR/TV key to select French. When one of above keys is pressed, SELECT CONNECTION screen is displayed in the selected language.

I VCR rO-OCK fCHAN NEL

SELECT CONNECTION

VCR TV

'Alili

VCRK CABLE/DSS BOXKTV

If screen does not appear, check connection between VCR and TV and, if TV is tuned to channel 3, try switching it to channel 4.

When you want to change the output channel of VCR, please refer to VCR’s Output Channel on page 13.

If wrong language is set, do “Reset All VCR Memory Functions’* steps on page 9.

4Press A ▼ to select “CABLE/DSS BOXP-VCRP-TV” connection and press ► to set.

ryc^ rCLC^fCHANNEL

SELECT CONNECTION

CABLE/DSS BOXAVCRATV

CABLE/PSS BOX OUTPUT CH

r WARNING--------------------------------------------------------------------

When using "Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.

10	For assistance, please call : 1*800'211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

‘Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

	Confirm the output channel of your cable
	box or DSS receiver. Press CH A ▼ Keys
	5to select the same channel as the cable
	box or DSS receiver output channel.
	Press ► to enter.
		VCR I CLOCK I CHANNEL I		POWER
		CH.i\!JNEUCLOCKAUTOSET		VCR
		CONNECT Am'ENNA CABLE
		AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
		BOX. TUNE IT TO YOUR		VCR/TV
		LOCAL PBS CH THEW,..
		PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY		SELECT/
				SET
				A:PLAY
	Turn on your cable box and set it to			▼ :STOP
	your Public Broadcasting Station			►:FF
	(PBS) channel in your time zone.			ACTION
	If you use DSS receiver, it must be
	turned off.
	Press CH A Key to start Channel/Clock			CH A/T
	Auto Set operation. The Channel/Clock
	6Setting is performed automatically.
	If the setup is completed, the following
	screen appears.
	f~7cR r CLOCK 1 CHANNEL
		5/137M01 SUN 2:20PH|
		D5T:ON
		CH 10
		AUTO CLOCK SET
		COMPtETEO
	If “Auto Clock Set is Incomplete"
	screen appears, set the clock using
	MANUAL CLOCK SET procedures
	shown on page 9.
		VCR [TLOCtTI CHÀKÌNEL

11

Reset Language, Channels, Clock,

1	»VCR I f-L.OCK I CHANNEin
	REPEAT PLAY	;OFF
	REMOTE WARNING :0N
	AGTO SHUT-OFF :ON
	IDfOMAAANGUE; ENGLISH

VCR'S OUTPUTCH :3

SELECT ; A ▼ A ►

EXIT ; ACT I ON

Press ACTION*

to display menu.

2	■ Language
	Press AT to select
	1)language item.

VCR 1 ncLOCtn CHANNEL

REPEAT PLAY :0FF

REMOTE WARNING :ON

VCR’ S OUTPUT CH :3

SELECT:A T SET:»

EXIT ; ACTION_____________

■Channels

1) Press ^ ► to select CHANNEL.

Г“/CR fCLOCK I» CHANNEL "AriTENNA A : CABLE

AUTO SET

WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF CABLEOSS BOX SET UP VCR Plus* CH SET UP

SELECT

EXIT [ACTION

2) Press ► repeatedly.

VCR i "CLOCKI CHANNEL

REPEAT PLAY OFF

REMOTE WARNING '.ON

AUTO SHUTOFF

VCR’S OUTPUT CH

SELECT:»	▼	SET:»
EXIT :ACTtON

For English

PVCR

REPETICION [INAIкСТ] ^VISO(CONT.RËMOTO) [ACT

IAN AL DE SALIDA :3

ELEGIR : ж ▼ FIJAR : ►

SALIR [ACTION

For Spanish

“MAG NETOn HORLTI "CANALI

REPRISE LECTURE

HESSAGE O' ERREUR

CA SORTIE [ 3

SEL. [A ▼ REGLER:»

.QUIITER-ЗАСЛОН____

For French

3) Press ACTION to exit.

2)Press AT to select “ANTENNA," then

press ► to set your antenna system

(TV or CABLE).

AUTO SET

WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF

CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP

VCR P*us+ CH SET UP

SELECT [A T SET:

EXIT [ACTION___________

3)Press AT to select

"AUTO SET,” then press ►.

•If you use a cable box, set it to the PBS channel in your time zone.

I VCR I CLOCK I CHANNEL |

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE

AND IF YOU USE A CABLE

BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR

LOCAL PBS CH THEN, . .

PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY

(This screen appears only when auto clock is set.)

4) Press CH A.

•After Channel Auto Set is finished, Clock Auto Set will be performed.

■ Clock

1 ) Press ◄ ► to select CLOCK.

rVCR	CHANNEL
'"AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0

SELECT : A ¥ A ►

EXIT [ACTION

2)Press AT to select MANUAL and press ►.

(For Auto Clock Set, select “AUTO CLOCK SET,” then press CH A.)

["rfCR [~CL66KÌ TAUTÎTCLOCK SET

TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0

SELECT:» ¥ SET:»

EXIT [ACTION_______________

("TIME ZONE ADJUST appears only when auto clock is set.)

I VCR I CLOCK I CHA^EiTI

11/11/2001 SUN;I2HPK

SELECT HOUR
SELECT:»	¥	SET[<	»
EXIT : ACTION

3)Press AT and ◄ ► to select and set the date, time, and DST (Daylight Saving Time).

4)Press ACTION twice to start the clock and exit this mode.

12	For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]