Matsushita NV-G21 Operating Instructions

Operating

Instructions

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Video Cassette Recorder

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NV-G21 Series

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Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.

CONTENTS

Page

4 CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS
6 FEATURES
7 INSTALLATION, TUNING THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO PLAYBACK CHANNEL
8 SETTING THE CLOCK TO THE PRESENT TIME

10 SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR

11 THE VIDEO CASSETTE
12 PLAYBACK
15 RECORDING
16 SUPER OTR FUNCTION (ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING)
18 TIMER RECORDING
21 CAMERA RECORDING

22 DUBBING (COPYING)
23 INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER
24 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
26 CAUTIONS

27 SPECIFICATIONS

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^Operating Instructions for

*the Digital Scanner

This Digital Scanner lets you progran^me timer recordings by
tracing the corresponding bar codes on the supplied Program
ming Sheet and then transmitting the data to the VTR.

Names and Functions

Transmit Button

Press to transmit the
programming data
to the VTR.

Bar Code Reading Section

When the scanner is turned on, the red lamp will be lit.

Transmitting Section

The programmed data

is transmitted from

here to the VTR.

Power On/Off Switch

The “Beep”
sound indicates
that the barcode

Small Box

Trace the barcode

Bar Code

•It the bar code is traced slowly, it cannot be read

correctly.

•When there is no “Beep" sound, the reading of the bar

code is incomplete. Trace the bar code again.

•When using the Programming Sheet, put It on a flat
surface. Reading bent the bar codes or reading them

whilst holding them in your hand may cause incorrect
operation.

•Do not deviate from the bar code, nor stop tracing

halfway.

>Do not slant the scanner to trace the bar code.

completely past the last bar.

was read
completely.

Programming a Timer Recording

Example: When programming a timer recording for a pro

gramme that will be broadcast on channel position 4
on the 3rd of the month, from 7:00 to 7:30, trace the
bar codes in the order of the numbered arrows
shown below.

How to Operate the Digital Scanner

Before using the Digital Scanner, batteries must be inserted.

Turning the Digital Scanner On

Set Power On/Off Switch to “ON”.

•If no operation is performed for more than 25 seconds, the
scanner will automatically switch over to the power-saving
standby condition and the lamp will go off. (in this case, if bar
codes have already been read but not yet transmitted to the
VTR, the data will be cancelled.)

•When the Power On/Off Switch is set to “ON” but the lamp is

not lit, sot the switch to “OFF” and then to “ON” again.

^Tracing the Bar Codes

^ Place the Digital Scanner vertically on the Small Box.

© Trace the bar code quickly in the direction of the arrow.

O Trace the bar code for “CHANNEL".

o Trace the bar code for “DATE”.

0 Trace the bar code for “START TIME".

0 Trace the bar code for "END TIME”.

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•The "Bee Bee Bee Bee Beeeeep” sound signals that the

scanner is now ready for data transmission.

•When no sound is heard, read the bar codes once again.

•If more than one bar code is traced in the same group,

only the last tracing will be effective.

•The bar codes for the time from “0:00” (midnight) to
“4:59" in the morning are on the back of the Programming
Sheet.

•If the “CANCEL” bar code is read, all bar codes that have

been read so far will be cancelled.

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Keep pressing the Transmit Button and confirm that the

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programmed data on the Multi-Function Display of the VTR
are as desired.
After releasing the button, the data will continue to be
displayed for about 12 seconds.

“Beep-beep-beep-beep­beep. .sound indicates
programming is completed.

Point the scanner at
the Infra-red Remote
Control Receiver Window
of the VTR and press
the Transmit Button,

Transmit Button

Transmission is possible from a
distance of up to 7 m from the VTR.

•If the transmission was not received correctly, the
“Beep-Beep, Beep-Beep" sound from the VTR will warn
you. In this case, perform transmission again.

•The transmission is possible when the VTR is turned on
but is not in any of the recording or playback operation
modes. It is also possible when the VTR is in the timer
recording standby mode (Q indication is tit).

•The programming will be done on the next lower unoccu
pied timer programme number (7~1).

If all programme numbers are occupied, the “Beep-Beep,
Beep-Beep" sound from the VTR will warn you that the
programming cannot be made.

•When the Transmit Button is pressed, the VTR will
automatically be put into the timer recording standby
condition and the VTR wilt be turned off.

•To operate the VTR before the timer recording will be

performed, press the Timer Rec. Button to suspend №e

timer recording standby condition. After using the VTR, be

sure to press the Timer Rec. Button again, otherwise the

timer recording will not be made.

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For Programming Mora Than One Timer Recording in

Multi-Function
Display

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(T) Trace the "CANCEL” bar code on the Programming Sheet.

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CANCEL

How to Trace the Bar Codes for Start and End Times

There are two kinds of time bar codes on the Programming
Sheet; time bar codes selectable in 30-minute steps and in
1-minute steps.

Time Bar Codes in
30-minute Steps

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•When setting to a minute between 1 and 29, trace the
appropriate “-hMIN" bar code after tracing the bar

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appropriate “+MIN” bar code after tracing the ^ bar
code.
For example: when setting to “9:42"

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•When a timer bar code with or minutes is traced
for the end time, the “Bee Bee Bee Bee Beeeeep” sound
which indicates reading completion is heard. When

subsequently tracing a "-i-MIN" bar code after tracing @
or to choose another minute setting, the reading
completion sound will be heard again.

© Trace the bar codes for “CHANNEL", “DATE”, “START

p TIME^' and "END TIME”.

© CcNifirm that the present time is displayed on the Multi-

Function Display of the VTR, and transmit the data.

•If the next timer programming data are transmitted while
the previous timer programming data are stiil being

the displayed timer recording data wilt be

For Everyday Recording

© Turn on the Digital Scanner and trace the "CHANNEL” bar

code.

To Confirm the Programme of a Timer Recording

To perform this operation, the VTR must be turned on or it must

be in the timer recording standby mode (Q indication is lit).

® Trace the "EVERYDAY" bar code.

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@ Trace the “START TIME” and then the "END TIME” bar

codes, and transmit the data to the VTR.

•Everyday recording will be performed from that day on.

•If a "DATE” bar code is traced after tracing the "EVERY

DAY” bar code, everyday recording will not be performed.

For Everyweek Recording

® Turn on the Digital Scanner and trace the “CHANNEL” bar

code.

© Trace the bar code for the desired day of the week among

the "EVERYWEEK” bar codes.

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Wednesday
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© Perform transmission.

•After releasing the Transmit Button, the programmed data
will be displayed for about 8 seconds (for about 25

seconds, if the Q indication is not tit) on the Multi-Function
Display.

•At every push of the Transmit Button, the timer program

me number advances to the next higher number.

To Cancel a Programmed Timer Recording

To perform this operation, the VTR must be turned on but not be
in any of the recording or playback operation modes, or it must
be in the timer recording standby mode (Q indication is lit).
To cancel a programmed timer recording, its data must be
displayed on the Multi-Function Display. If they are no longer
displayed, first, trace the "CHECK” bar code and perform
transmission (several times, if necessary, until the programme

you want to cancel is displayed).
Then, within 8 seconds (within 25 seconds, if the [3 indication is
not lit):

© Trace the "CANCEL” bar code.

© Perform transmission.

•To programme a new timer recording, perform the
programming from the beginning.

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@ Trace the "START TIME” and then the “END TIME” bar

codes, and transmit the data to the VTR.

•Everyweek recording will be performed from that week on.

•If a "DATE” bar code is traced after tracing the "EVERY
WEEK'' bar code, everyweek recording will not be
performed.

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Cautions

•Treat the Programming Sheet with care. If the sheet gets
dirty or scratched, the bar code reading may become

impossible.

•Protect the Digital Scanner from strong shocks and
vibration. Keep it away from water and places with high
temperature and humidity.

I^Qwer Source for the Digital Scanner SpecifIcatlona

M The Digital Scanner is powered by 4 lEC “R03” size

batteries. The life of the batteries is about one year, however,
it depends on the frequency of use. Inspect and if necessary,
replace the batteries once a year.

CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT

«Load the new batteries with their polarities (0 and 0) aligned

correctly.

•Do not apply heat to batteries, or internal short-circuit may

occur.

•If you do not intend to use the Digital Scanner for a long period
of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool and dry
place.

•Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose of them.

•Do not use old and new batteries together. (Also never use an
alkaline battery with a manganese battery.)

Load the batteries as follows:

O Remove the lid on the

rear of the scanner.

Load 4 lEC "R03” size
batteries as shown in the
illustration with their
polarities (0 and 0)
aligned correctly.

Power Source:
Dimensions:
Weight:
Accessories;

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

DC6V

20.5(W)x31 (H)x157(D)mm
Approx. 45 g (without batteries)
4 pcs. lEC “R03" size batteries

Programming Sheet

Replace the lid.

Ascommandation

To save battery power, make sure to set the Power On/Off
iSwiich to "OFF" after using the Digital Scanner. When the
paQpriee are exhausted, the bar code reading can no longer be
performed.

Matsushita Electric Trading Co., Ltd.

P.O. Box 286, Central Osaka, Japan

Printed in Japan

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IMPORTANT

Your attention is drawn to the fact that
recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or
other published or broadcast material may
infringe copyright laws.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
bo NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NV-G21A; Australian model
NV-G21EA: New Zealand model

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CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

No. Description

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No. Description

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O Eject Button (^)

11

0 Rewind ◄◄/Review @ Button 12
0 Play Button (►)
0 Fast Forward ►►/Cue © Button

0 Stop Button (■)
0 Pause/Still Button (11)
0 Record Button (•)
0 Reset Button

0 Memory/Search Lock Button

12
12
14
13

15 0 Edit Switch

12

12 0 Slow Tracking Control

0 VTR/TV Selector
0 Channel Selection Up and Down Buttons 10
0 OTR On Buttons
0 OTR Off Buttons

17

16

0 Infra-red Remote Control Receiver Window
0 Multi Function Display

0 Timer Controls
0 Clock Button
0 Tuner Set-up Controls

23

5
8
8

10

0 Cassette Compartment 11

22

0 Picture Sharpness Control

7

0 Tracking Control

© VTR On/Off Switch with Indicator

0 Cassette-in Indicator

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Multi Function Display

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(T) Tape Running Display
{§) Double Speed Indicator
@ Memory Indicator 12
(4) Tape Counter Indicator 12

(5) Search Lock Indicator

(6) Tape Counter Display

(7) Timer Programme Number

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(8) Timer Recording Indicator
(9) OTR Indicator
® Clock Display

0 Date Display 8

® Channel Display
® VTR Indicator

Page

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7

No. Description

0 AC Mains Lead Socket
0 Audio Input Socket
0 Video Input Socket
0 Audio Output Socket

0 Colour Mode/Test Signal Switch

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No. Description Page

0 Video Output Socket

0 Video Playback Channel Selector
0 RF Signal Level Switch
0 RF Input Socket

0 RF Output Socket

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FEATURES

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Stim Design and Front Loading System

This highly functional design allows loading the video
cassette from the front, thus minimizing the space required
for the VTR.

Multi-Function Display

Whenever an operation button is pressed, the activated
function is immediately indicated on this easy-to-see
display. It shows you at a glance, in what operation mode
the VTR is functioning.

Infra-red Remote Controller

The Infra-red Remote Controller unit allows operation of
various functions from the comfort of your favourite viewing
position.

Picture Sharpness Control

With this control, the contours of the playback picture can

be made sharper or softer.

Super Still, Super Still Advance and Double Super
Fine Slow Playback

Super Still, Super Still Advance and Double Super Fine
Slow Playback are possible with superb picture quality with
minimum noise and jitter.

Super OTR Function (One-Touch Timer Recording)

This convenient function makes it possible to easily

programme the VTR for recording of TV programmes with
immediate start or with start within 24 hours and with the
starting time and ending time precisely to the minute, and

the VTR will automatically turn itself off when the recording

ends.

Digital Scanner

This Digital Scanner lets you programme timer recordings

by tracing the corresponding bar codes on the supplied
Programming Sheet and then transmitting the data to the
VTR.

Auto Operation

This VTR automatically turns itself “ON" when a video
cassette is inserted even if it was turned off. When the tab

of the inserted cassette is broken out, playback will start
automatically. Also, even if the VTR is off, when the Eject

Button is pressed, it automatically turns itself on to eject the

cassette tape and turns itself off again.
When a video cassette tape with a broken out tab is

inserted and the VTR is switched over to recording, OTR
and timer recording, the cassette tape will be automatically
ejected.

When the tape reaches its end (except during OTR and

timer recording), it will automatically rewind to the begin

ning.
If the VTR On/Off button is pressed during the rewind mode
including Auto Rewind, the VTR will eject the cassette and
turn itself off when rewinding is completed.

1-Month Calendar Timer

The clock/timer of the NV-G21 is programmed with the
calendar up to the end of 2001. Therefore it knows exactly
what day of the week it is on any given date. Programming
of as many as 8 timer recordings is possible up to one
month in advance.

Lap Time Counter

The new Lap Time Counter is a great improvement over the
approximate counter systems of conventional VTRs. It
gives you an exact reading of the elapsed tape time in
hours, minutes and seconds, and makes it easy to calculate
the tape time left on a cassette.

Reception of up to 16 TV Stations

The built-in tuner in this video recorder allows pretuning of

16 TV stations. So this VTR can accommodate virtually any

increase in available TV programmes in the future.

HQ (High Quality) Picture System

Video recorders carrying the HQ symbol mark feature the
new VHS High Quality Picture System. This system
assures complete compatibility with VTRs that use the
conventional VHS system.

INSTALLATION, TUNING
THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO

NV-G21A:

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Install any external aerial to AS 1417.1,

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Connection to a TV Set

^ Connect the external aerial to the RF Input Socket on

the VTR.

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[—Video Playback Channel Selector

This switch is used to select the Video Playback channel
which is not occupied with any TV station. [NV-G21 A: 0 or

1; NV-G21EA: 2 or 3].

-RF Signal Level Switch:

Used to attenuate the reception of the VHF and/or UHF
aerial signals.
If the reception is normal, set to “HIGH”. If the signal is
strong (stripes appear in the upper part of the picture), set
to “LOW”.

0 Set the Colour Mode/Test Signal Switch to “TEST”.

(REAR PANEL)

^ Connect the aerial terminal on your TV set to the RF

Output Socket on the VTR with the supplied DIN-DIN
Coaxial Cable.

0 Connect the AC Mains Lead (Supplied) to the AC

Mains Socket of the VTR, and a mains outlet.

Video Playback Channel

0 Turn the TV set on.

0 Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR On.

(FRONT PANEL)

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•The indicator will light up.

0 Set the VTR/TV Selector to “VTR”.

(FRONT PANEL)

VTR/TV

colour

AUTO

TEST

COLOUR/

TEST SIGNAL

Tune the selected programme position (channel) of the

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TV set to the VHF channel shown below for your
model. Confirm on the TV set that the received test
pattern is as shown below.

NV-G21A VHF channel 0 or 1*
NV-G21EA VHF channel 2 or 3

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local TV station. In
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channel 1.

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0 Set the Colour Mode/Test Signal Switch to “AUTO”.

Your TV is now ready to receive the RF output signal
from the VTR,

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•VTR Indicator will appear in the Multi-Function Display.

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•If, during recording or playback, the colour is not
satisfactory, it can be stabilized by setting Colour

Mode/Test Signal Switch to COLOUR.

SETTING THE CLOCK TO

THE PRESENT TIME

The built-in digital clock employs the 24-hour system.

For Example; Set the clock for October, 8,1988.

Saturday, 12:35.

•Connect the VTR to the mains outlet.

•Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR On.

•Open the Controls cover.
O When connecting this VTR to the mains or after a long

power failure, both the date and time indications flash.

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Q Press the Clock Button to start the date and time

setting.

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The present time is displayed continuously even if the
VTR is turned off.

Power Back-up System:

In case of a power failure, the back-up system retains

the present time memory for about 60 minutes.

However, it takes more than one hour for the back-up
circuit to become operational, after the VTR has been
connected to the mains.

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CLOCK

This Button is used to start and
finish the time setting.

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SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR

The tuner in the VTR makes it possible to receive TV

broadcasts and to record these programmes without having
to turn on the TV set. The reception channels in the TV
bands shown on the right can be received.

Preparation

•Turn the TV set on and select the programme position

(channel) which you have tuned to the video playback
channel.

•Press the VTR On/Off Switch to turn the VTR On.

•Set the VTR/TV Selector to “VTR”.

Tuning Procedure

^ Press the PRESET/NORMAL Button.

The indication on the Multi-Function Display changes
from the clock indication to the position indication.

O Press the Channel Up or Down Button to select a

programme position (channel) which you want to tune
to a TV station.

0 Press the BAND/AFC Button to select “I", “III”, or “U”

Position.

Display of the programme positions 1-16

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0 Press the PRESET/NORMAL Button again.

The indication on the Multi-Function Display changes
to the clock indication.

Blanking of Unoccupied Programme Positions

© Press the PRESET/NORMAL Button.

© Press the Channel Up or Down Button to select a

programme position (channel) which you want to tune
to a TV station,

(3) Press the CLEAR Button (“__" will be displayed in the

Programme Position Indication).

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Indicatidhof the
selected TV band

Selection of the
programme position

O Press the SEARCH (-k) or (-) Button until the picture

of the desired station on your TV is satisfactory.

•If the Search (-k) or (-) Button is pressed while
pressing the Fast Button, the stations will change
quickly.

During the station search
(The position indication
flashes on and off.)

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Repeat steps ^or each channel you want to tune to a

•Repeat steps d) and @ for any programme positions
on which no stations are to be tuned. Aftenwards,
these programme positions will be skipped during
Up/Down selection of the programme position on the
VTR.

(4) Press the PRESET/NCRMAL Button again.

Fine Tuning Procedure

If fine tuning is necessary, for example for a weak station

which is close to a strong station:

1. Make sure that the PRESET/NCRMAL Button is in the
Off condition, i.e. the Multi-Function Display shows the

present time.

2. Press the SEARCH “ or Button to obtain the best
tuning condition.

•To return the tuninig to its former state, press the

BAND/AFC Button.

THE VIDEO CASSETTE

Inserting a Video Cassette (Auto Operation)

O Insert the video cassette as shown. The VTR will be

turned on automatically and the cassette will automati
cally be drawn into the VTR.

0 When a video cassette is inserted, the “BB" indicator

will light up.

Note:

•When a video cassette with broken out erasure prevention
tab (for example a pre-recorded tape) is inserted, play
back will start immediately.

•Use SKI video cassette tapes only.

Removing a Video Cassette

o Press the Eject Button (A).

Even if the VTR is off, the VTR automatically turns itself on
when the Eject Button is pressed, and the cassette tape is
ejected. After that, the VTR will turn itself off again.

Erasure Prevention Tab

To prevent accidental
erasure

Break off the tab with
a screwdriver.

To record again

Cover the hole with
adhesive tape.

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Preparation

•Make sure that the Timer Record Button is set to “Off”,

•insert a recorded video cassette.
When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press
the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on.

•Turn the TV set on and select the video playback channel.

•Make sure that the Edit Switch is set to Off.

Memory/Search Lock Button

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Auto Operation

When a video cassette which has the erasure prevention
tab removed is inserted, playback will start automatically.

Rewind and Fast Forward

Press the Rewind ◄◄/Review © Button to rewind the
tape.

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Press the Fast Forward ►►/Cue Q Button to wind the
tape forward rapidly.

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Memory Function

The Memory function makes it simple and fast to find a
certain position on the tape later again, simply by pressing
the Reset Button at that position to set the tape counter to
“0:00.00” and by pressing the Memory/Search Lock
Button. During Rewind or Fast Forward, the tape will then
stop at approximately the desired position.

Memory—
Indication

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It shows the elapsed recording or playback time.

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Seconds

Minutes

The indication will appear when the tape is
rewound further than the tape counter position

“0:00.00".

If the figures on the Tape Counter do not change
during Fast Forward, Rewind or any of the playback
functions, this means that nothing is recorded on that
tape section.

The tape counter is automatically reset to “0:00.00"

every time a tape is ejected.

Normal Playback

Press the Play Button (►).

•Adjust the Tracking Control on the VTR if the image is
partially obscured by bands of noise.

•Control the picture as you like with the Picture Sharpness
Control (sharp or soft contours).

Super Still Playback

When the VTR is in the playback mode, press the
Pause/Still Button (I I) to view a super still-picture. To
continue the normal playback, press this button again.

0 Double Speed Playback (Remote Controller

only)

When the VTR is in the playback mode, press the Double
Speed Playback Button on the Infra-red Remote Controller
to view a double speed playback picture. To continue the

normal playback, press the Play Button.

0 Super Still Advance Playback

(Remote Controller only)

Press the Still Advance Button (»►) on the Remote
Controller unit while the VTR is in the still playback mode.
Each time you press this button, the still-picture will
advance one frame.

0 Double Super Fine Slow Playback

(Remote Controller only)

During normal playback, the Slow-motion playback can be
activated by pressing the Slow Button {t*) on the Remote
Controller unit. Slow-motion playback between and %
of the normal speed can then be obtained by using the Slow

{+) or (-) Button.

•Press the Play Button (►) to continue the normal
playback.

•If the Slow playback operation continues for more than 5

minutes, the VTR automatically switches over to the stop
mode.

•While playing back a tape in the Super Still or Double

Super Fine Slow playback mode on a TV set equipped

with an automatic vertical hold control, the picture may

shake vertically. In this case, set the TV set’s vertical hold

(AUTO/MANUAL) selector to the “MANUAL” position,
and adjust the vertical hold control.

Stow Tracking Control

•When noise bars appear during Super Still, Super Still
Advance or Double Super Fine Slow playback, switch

over to slow playback and adjust the Slow Tracking

Control to reduce the noise bars.

•It may not be possible to eliminate the noise bars
completely.

^ Cue Playback

When the Fast Forward ►►/Cue Q Button is kept pressed
while the VTR is in the playback mode, the tape will be
played back in fonward direction at about 5 times normal
playback speed.

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Review Playback

When the Rewind ◄◄/Review @ Button is kept pressed
while the VTR is in the playback mode, the tape will be
played back in reverse direction at about 5 times normal
playback speed.

O To Finish Playback

Press the Stop Button (■) to stop the playback.

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To make possible Cue or Review playback without having
to keep the respective button pressed, first press the

Memory/Search Lock Button so that the Search Lock
Indicator “S" appears in the Multi-Function Display, and
then press the Fast Forward ►►/Cue Button © or the
Rewind ◄◄/Review © Button.
To switch the VTR back to normal playback, press the Play
Button (►).

•When Cue or Review playback continues for more than 10
minutes, the VTR switches back to the normal playback
mode.

•The sound will be played back only during normal
playback.

•If you leave the VTR in the still playback mode for
more than 5 minutes, the VTR will automatically
switch over to the Stop mode, to protect the tape
and the video heads.

•Noise which takes the form of horizontal bars
appears on the TV in the Cue and Review playback
modes. This is not an indication of a malfunction.

•The top of the picture may become distorted in the

Cue or Review mode. This is not an indication of a

malfunction.

•When the picture rolls vertically in the Cue or

Review mode, adjust the vertical hold control on the

TV set.

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Preparation

•Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab
intact.
When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press
the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on.

•Make sure that the Timer Record Button is set to “Off”.

•Reset the Tape Counter to “0:00.00”.

•Set the VTR/TV Selector to “VTR”.

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Select on the VTR, the programme position (channel)
to be recorded. In order to confirm proper reception,
turn on the TV set and select the video playback
channel.

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When a video cassette with broken out tab is inserted,
it will be automatically ejected.

•During recording, the programme position (channel)
on the VTR cannot be changed.

If You Wish to Avoid Recording Unwanted Material

0 Press the Pause/Still Button (I I) to stop the tape

temporarily.

REC

To Finish the Recording

0 Press the Stop Button (■).

STOP

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Recording One TV Programme While Watching
Another

You can watch one programme on the TV while recording
another on the VTR.

1. Record (following steps O O)-

2. Set the VTR/TV Selector to “TV”.

3. Select the desired programme position (channel) on
your TV set.

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•Press the Pause/Still Button ( II) again to continue
the recording.

•If you leave the VTR in the pause mode for more than
5 minutes, the VTR will automatically switch over to
the stop mode to protect the tape and the video

heads.

REC

•Ensure all cables from the Video Input and Audio
Input sockets are disconnected before starting the
recording. If they remain connected, it is impossible
to record TV programmes.

SUPER OTR FUNCTION
(ONE-TOUCH TIMER

RECORDING)

This convenient function makes it possible to easily pro
gramme the VTR for recording of TV programmes with
immediate start or with start within 24 hours and with the
starting time and ending time precisely to the minute, and
the VTR will automatically turn itself off when the recording
ends.

Preparation

•Insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab
intact.
When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press
the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on,

•Make sure that the clock shows the present time correctly.

•Set the VTR/TV Selector to “VTR”.

OTR Function with Immediate Start

O Select the programme position (channel) to be re

corded.

0 Set the desired ending time of the OTR by pressing

OTR Off (-h) or (-) Button. (For example, the present
time is 9:05, and the ending time of the TV programme
is 10:00.)

When the tab of the inserted video cassette is broken
out, it will be automatically ejected.

•The “OTR” indicator will be displayed.

•The VTR will automatically switch off, when the OTR is
completed. To turn the VTR on again, press the VTR
On/Off Switch,

•When the tape reaches its end during an OTR
recording the VTR will turn itself off.

•Ensure all cables from the Video Input and Audio
Input sockets are disconnected before starting the
recording. If they remain connected, it is impossibie
to record TV programmes.

OTR Function with Deferred Start

It is possible to programme an OTR recording for a TV
programme which will start immediately or within the next
24 hours.
(For example, OTR recording of a TV programme broad
cast from 10:30 to 11:00.)

O Select the programme position (channel) to be re

corded.

^ Press the OTR On (+) or (-) Button to set the OTR

starting time to 10:30.

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0 Press the OTR Off (-f-) or (-) Button to set the OTR

ending time to 11:00.

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•After selecting the delay time for the OTR start in step O,
the OTR Off (-»-) or (-) Button must be pressed within 8

seconds to select the OTR ending time, otherwise the
selected starting time will be cancelled.

•The VTR will automatically switch off, when the OTR is

completed. To turn the VTR on again, press the VTR
On/Off Switch.

•Make sure that the OTR Function (One-Touch
Timer Recording) does not overlap a programmed
timer recording. An OTR always takes precedence

over a timer recording.

•If you want to confirm the present time or the tape

counter position before the programmed OTR is
performed, or to check the tape counter position
during the OTR, press the Check/Programme But
ton. To return the display to the previous indication,
press this button once more.

•It is possible to change the OTR starting time before

the recording starts.

•It is possible to perform any VTR operation (except

Timer Recording) before the recording starts.

•It is possible to change the OTR ending time even

during the recording.

•To interrupt an OTR, press the VTR On/Off Switch

to turn the VTR off.

•When quickly and repeatedly pressing the OTR On
(-H) or (-) Button or the OTR Off (+) or (-) Button,
the corresponding time indication changes in 1­minute steps. When it is kept pressed, the indication
changes in 10-minute steps.

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Preparation

•Make sure that the clock shows the present time correctly,

•insert a video cassette with the erasure prevention tab
intact.
When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press
the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on.

•Make sure that the Timer Record Button is set to “Off”.

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For Example:

Programming a timer recording for a TV programme that
will be broadcast on Wednesday, October 26, from 20:00 to
22:45, on programme position (channel) 16, on timer
programme number 2. (Present date=October 8, 1988)

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For Everyday Recording

For example:

Programme time for timer recording every day from

20:00-22:45 on timer programme number 7.

Programming for everyday recording can be made on any

of the timer programme numbers 1-7.

Execute the operation steps Q to O as described on page

18.

To Confirm the Programme of a Timer Recording

—Make sure that the VTR is turned on.
—Make sure that the Timer Record Button is set to “On".

Select the programme number to be checked, by repeated
ly pressing the Check/Programme Button.
The preset channel and start and ending times of the timer

recording will be indicated for about 8 seconds.

O Press the (-) Button once, so that all day indication will

appear together.

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Perform the operation steps 0 to (D described on pages 18
and 19.

For Everyweek Recording

For example:

Programming a timer recording for a TV programme that is
broadcast every week on Sunday, from 20:00 to 22:45.

(T) Press the Check/Programme Button 8 times, so that

“W” indication will appear.

Press the (+) or (-) Button to select the programme
position (channel) on which the TV programme will be
broadcast.

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To Cancel a Timer Recording

Make sure that;
—the VTR is turned on.
—the Timer Record Button is set to “Off”.

O Press the Check/Programme Button repeatedly, until

the number of the timer programme that you want to
cancel is displayed.

^ Press the (-I-) and (-} Button simultaneously for more

than 3 seconds.

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@ Press the Next Button.
(4) Press the (+) or (-) Button to select the day ot the

week, on which the programme will be broadcast.

Perform the operation steps 0 to 0 described on pages 18
and 19.

•Ensure all cables from the Video Input and Audio
Input sockets are disconnected before starting the
recording. If they remain connected, it is impossible

to record TV programmes.

•It is impossible to confirm programmes of timer
recordings while an OTR is being performed.

•To turn the VTR on and use it for playback or

recording before the timer recording is performed,

turn the Timer Record Button Off.

•When the Timer Record Button is set to “On” but no
video cassette is inserted or no timer recording has
been programmed, the Timer Recording Indicator
□ will flash to inform that the timer recording cannot
be performed.

•After the programmed timer recording has been
made, set the “Timer Record” Button to “Off”,
othenwise the VTR cannot be operated normally.

•During recording, the programme position (channel)
on the VTR cannot be changed.

•When you want to watch TV after setting a timer
recording, select the desired channel on the TV set.

•To cancel a timer recording during recording, set
the Timer Record Button to “Off”.

CAMERA RECORDING

Remote Control Plug:
No Connection

CAMERA
(Optional)

CAMERA AC
Adaptor
(Optional)

Preparation

•Connect the video camera via the Camera AC Adaptor to
the VTR as shown in the illustration above.

•Insert a video cassette with erasure prevention tab intact.
When a video cassette is already inside the VTR, press
the VTR On/Off Switch to turn it on.

•Make sure that the Timer Record Button is set to “Off”.

•Set the VTRrrv Selector to “VTR”.
^ Turn the Camera AC Adaptor on and make the

necessary adjustments on the camera.
Refer to the operating instructions of the camera you
are using.

@ Press the Record Button {•) on the VTR to start

recording.

REC<

Avoid recording unwanted material:
Press the Pause/Still Button (II) of the VTR, and the
recording will stop temporarily. To restart recording, press
the Pause/Still Button (II) , again.

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AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

0 Press the Stop Button (■) on the VTR to stop

recording.

STOP

□

•If you leave the VTR in the pause mode for more
than 5 minutes, the VTR will stop automatically to
protect the tape and the video heads.

•Even if the video camera is equipped with video
recorder remote control functions, this VTR can not
be remotely-controlled from the camera.

•Disconnect all cables from the Video Input and
Audio Input sockets after finishing camera record

ing.
If they remain connected, it is impossible to record

TV programmes.

DUBBING (COPYING)

AUDIO VIDEO

AUDIO IN VIDEO IN

Preparation

•Press the VTR On/Off Switches to turn both VTRs On.

•Make the connection between the two VTRs as shown
above.

•Make sure that the Edit Switches of both the recording
and playback VTRs (if equipped) are in the “On” position.
Set these switches to “Off” for ordinary use of the VTRs.

^ Place the recorded cassette in the playback VTR and a

blank video cassette with the erasure prevention tab
intact in the recording VTR.

0 Press the Record Button (•) on the recording VTR.

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^ Press the Play Button (►) on the playback VTR.

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O Press the Stop Button (■) on both VTRs to stop the

dubbing.

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•To assure smooth, noiseless cuts when interrupting
the recording, always use the Pause/Still Button

(II) .

•To obtain smooth cuts when starting the recording
from the stop mode:

1. Play back the last part of the previously recorded

material to confirm its ending point, and then
press the Pause/Still Button (II).

2. Press the Record Button (•).

(The VTR is still in the pause mode.)

3. To start recording, press the Pause/Still Button

(II) again.

•The picture quality of a re-recorded tape is not as

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good as that of the original.

•Ensure all cables from the Video Input and Audio
Input sockets are disconnected after finishing the
recording. If they remain connected, it is impossible
to record TV programmes.

O VTR On/Off Switch

For turning the VTR on and off.

Power Source for the Infra-red Remote

Controller

^ Programme Position (Channei) Selector Buttons

O Record Buttons (•)

To start recording, press the both buttons simul
taneously.

O Pause/Still Button (II)

0 Stop Button (■)

0 Rewind '4'4/Review @ Button

When this button is kept pressed during playback, the
VTR changes over to the Review playback mode.

O Play Button (^}

O Slow Button (!•-)

Press the Slow Button for slow-motion playback at Vio

of normal speed. The stow playback speed can be

varied between V25 and Vs of normal speed by using

the and Buttons.

Note:

If the VTR is left in the slow playback mode for more
than 5 minutes, the VTR will automatically switch over
to the stop mode, to protect the tape and the video
heads.

•Adjust the Slow Tracking Control if necessary.

© Double Speed Playback Button (X2)

<D Fast Forward ^^/Cue @ Button

When this button is kept pressed during playback, the
VTR changes over to the Cue playback mode.

Still Advance button (!!►)

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VTR/TV Selector

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■ The Infra-red Remote Controller is powered by two I EC
“R6” size batteries. The life of the batteries is about one

year, however, it depends on the frequency of use.

Inspect and if necessary, replace the batteries once a
year.

CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT

•Load the new batteries with their polarities (0 and ©)

aligned correctly.

•Do not apply heat to batteries, or internal short-circuit may

occur.

•If you do not intend to use the Remote Controller for a long

period of time, remove the batteries and store them in a

cool and dry place.

•Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose of them.

•Do not use an old and a new batteries together. (Also

never use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.)

Load the batteries as follows:

O Remove the battery com

partment lid.

© Place two batteries in the

battery compartment as
indicated inside the bat
tery compartment.

o Replace the lid.

•The infra-red beam should be transmitted directly at the
Infra-red Remote Control Receiver on the front of the
VTR.

•Direct sunlight may interfere with the beam.

•The iightsensing angle of the Infra-red Remote Control
Receiver window in the VTR is about 60°.

•The unit should be used within a range of about 7 meters

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

Before requesting service, check the following points once
again.

SYMPTOM

Power doesn’t turn on.

Power is on but unit doesn’t

operate.

TV programmes cannot be
recorded.

OTR Function (One-Touch Timer

Recording) cannot be performed.
Unattended timer recording

cannot be performed.

CAUSE

Mains lead is not connected.
The “Timer Record” Button is set to “On”.
Dew condensation inside the VTR.
Safety devices are operating.

Connection of aerial lead is not correct.

Reception channel is not properly tuned.

Cables are connected to the Video Input and
Audio Input Sockets.

Clock is flashing “0:00”.

Recording start or recording stop time setting
is incorrect.

The “Timer Record” Button is set to “Off”,

REMEDY

Connect mains lead to mains outlet.

Set the “Timer Record” Button to “Off”.
Wait until the Dew Indicator ” goes off.
Turn off the VTR On/Off Switch, disconnect

mains cord from outlet, then reconnect mains
cord to mains outlet and turn on the VTR
On/Off Switch again.

Connect aerial lead correctly.
Tune reception channel.
Disconnect all cables from the Video Input

and Audio Input Sockets.
Set clock to present time.

Set recording start and recording stop time

correctly.

Set the “Timer Record” Button to “On”.

Unattended timer recording
cannot be programmed.

Clock shows incorrect time.
Clock is flashing at “0:00”.
The One-Touch Timer Recording is now

being performed.

Adjust clock to present time.
Set clock time and perform timer setting.
Programme the timer recording after the

One-Touch Timer Recording has finished.

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SYMPTOM

If you attempt to carry out
Recording, Timer Recording, or
OTR, the cassette will be
automatically ejected.

Playback picture is not
reproduced.

Playback picture is not in colour.
Playback picture has large
amounts of “snow”.

Remote Controller does not work.

CAUSE

Accidental erasure prevention tab on the
cassette is broken out.

Connection with television set is not correct.

TV set is not tuned to the video playback
channel.

Reception channel was not adjusted correctly

during recording.
TV set is not properly tuned to the video

playback channel of the VTR.

The video heads are clogged with dirt.
The video heads are abraded.
Tape is old and/or defective.
Remote Controller is not being pointed at

Infra-red Receiver window on the VTR.

REMEDY

Cover tab hole with adhesive tape.

Connect the VTR to the television set
correctly.

Tune TV set to the video playback channel of
the VTR.

Readjust reception channel correctly,

Properly tune the TV set to the video playback
channel of the VTR.

Consult qualified service personnel.
Consult qualified service personnel.

Use new tape.

Point the Remote Controller at Infra-red
Receiver Window on the VTR.

Distance is too far.

An obstacle is between Remote Controller
and VTR.

Batteries are exhausted.
Battery polarities (-1-, -) are reversed.

Use the Remote Controller within 7 m from

the VTR.

Remove obstacle.

Replace batteries.

Insert batteries correctly.

CAUTIONS

Avoid Sudden Changes in Temperature

If the VTR is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm
place, moisture may form on the tape and inside the VTR.
In this case, the Dew Indicator “ d ” will flash on and off and

the VTR will not operate.

Humidity and Dust

Avoid places where there is high humidity or much dust,
which may cause damage to internal parts.

Do Not Obstruct the Ventilation Holes

The ventilation holes prevent abnormal increase of temper
ature. Do not block or cover these holes. Especially avoid
soft materials such as cloth or paper.

Keep away from High Temperature

Keep the VTR away from extreme direct heat such as direct

sunlight, heating radiators, or closed automobiles.

Keep Magnets Away

Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VTR
because it will adversely affect the performance of the VTR.

No Fingers or Other Objects Inside

Touching internal parts of this VTR is dangerous, and may
cause serious damage to the VTR. Do not attempt to
disassemble the VTR. There are no user serviceable parts
inside.

Keep Water Away

Video Head Clogging

The video heads are the means by which the recorder
places picture signals on the tape during recording, and
reads picture signals from the tape during playback. If these
heads become dirty and clogged from long use, the signals
can no longer be recorded correctly, and the playback
picture will be distorted accordingly. This is the case, for
example, if during the playback of a tape which you know to
have good quality, the sound is reproduced normally, but no

picture is seen, or the picture is greatly distorted. If this is

the case, have the recorder checked by qualified service

personnel.

If Dew Condensation Forms in the VTR

Condensation may form in the VTR if:

•The VTR is in a room where the heater has just been
turned on.

•The VTR is in a room with steam or high humidity.

•The VTR is brought from cold surroundings into a
well-heated room.

•When the VTR is suddenly brought from cool surround
ings, such as an air-conditioned room or car, to a place
which is hot and humid.

When dew forms in the VTR: (Refer to page 5)

The Dew Indicator “с/ ” on the Multi-Function Display will
flash on and off and all the function buttons are made

non-operational to protect the tape and the video heads.
When the Dew Indicator flashes, wait until this indicator

disappears.

Keep the VTR away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc.
CAUTION; If liquids are spilled into the VTR, serious
damage could occur. If you spill any liquid into the VTR,

consult qualified service personnel.

Cleaning the VTR

Wipe the VTR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning

fluid, or other chemicals. And do not use forced air to

remove dust.

Stacking

Place the VTR in a horizontal position, and do not place
anything heavy on it.

•If dew condensation forms inside the VTR while the VTR
On/Off Switch is off, it will turn on automatically and the

Dew Indicator will flash on and off. As soon as the dew

condensation has been dissolved, the VTR will turn itself

off again.

SPECIFICATIONS

NV-G21A, EA

. 5 mmm.'

Power Source:

|i Power Consumption;

Video Recording System;
Tape Speed:
Tape Format:

Record/Playback Time:
FF/REWTime:

*

NV-G21A: 240 V AC 50-60 Hz
NV-G21 EA: 230 V AC 50-60 Hz
Approx. 22 watts

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2 rotary heads, helical scanning system

23.39 mm/sec.
EE tape
240 min. with NV-E240
Less than 5.5 min. with NV-E180

VIDEO

Television System:

Modulation System:

CCIR; 625 lines, 50 fields, PAL colour signal

Luminance: FM azimuth recording

Colour signal: converted subcarrier phase shift recording

Input Level:

Output Level:

VIDEO IN (PHONO): 1.0 Vp-p,
VIDEO OUT (PHONO); 1.0 Vp-p,

RF Modulated: NV-G21A: VHF channel 0 or 1,

AUDIO

Input Level;
Output Level:
Audio Track:

Video Horizontal Resolution:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

AUDIO IN (PHONO);
AUDIO OUT (PHONO):

1 track monaural
Colour: more than 240 lines
Video; more than 43 dB
Audio; more than 43 dB

Audio Frequency Response:
Operating Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
Weight:

Dimensions:

Standard Accessories:

80 Hz-10 kHz
5°C-40°C
35%-80%

4.9 kg
380 (W)x82 (H)x342 (D) mm

1 pc. DIN-DIN coaxial cable

1 pc. Infra-red remote controller

1 pc. AC Mains Lead

1 pc. Digital Scanner

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

NV-G21EA: VHF channel 2 or 3,

75 ohm, unbalanced
75 ohm, unbalanced
75 ohm, unbalanced
75 ohm, unbalanced

-10 dB, more than 50 kohm, unbalanced

-8 dB, less than 1 kohm, unbalanced

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F0187W1027-10000 CD

in Japan

Matsushita Electric Trading Co., Ltd.

P.O. Box 288, Central Osaka, Japan