Panasonic AG-520F, AG-513F User Manual

Professional/Industrial Video

Combination VCR

Operating Instructions

Initial Setup

Model No.

AG-513F/AG-520F

• Initial Setup and Connection Procedures are on pages 8 and 9.

Basic Operation

TV Operation

Timer Operation

Advanced Operation

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For Your Information

LSQT0713B

Important Safeguards and Pre cau tions

READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON UNIT

INSTALLATION

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from power source indicated on unit or in

this manual. If uncertain, have your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify your home power source.

2 POWER CORD PLUG

For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one

wide blade), or a three-wire grounding type plug. Always hold the plug ﬁ rmly and make sure your hands are dry when plugging in or unplugging the AC power

cord. Regularly remove dust, dirt, etc. on the plug. POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION: The plug ﬁ ts into outlet one way. If it cannot be fully inserted, try reversing it. If it still will not ﬁ t, have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not tamper with the plug. GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION: The plug requires a three-hole grounding outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet. Do not tamper with the plug.

3 POWER CORD

To avoid unit malfunction, and to protect against

electrical shock, ﬁ re or personal injury:

- Keep power cord away from heating appliances and

walking trafﬁ c. Do not rest heavy objects on, or roll such objects over the power cord.

- Do not tamper with the cord in any way.

- An extension cord should have the same type plug

(polarized or grounding) and must be securely connected.

- Overloaded wall outlets or extension cords are ﬁ re

hazards.

- Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or

cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by a qualiﬁ ed electrician.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat

generated during operation. If blocked, heat

build-up may result in a ﬁ re hazard or heat damage to

cassettes. For your protection: a. Never cover ventilation slots while unit is ON, or

operate unit while placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or

rack, unless properly ventilated.

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANG ES

Do not place unit over or near a heater or ra di a tor, in

di rect sunlight, etc. If unit is sud den ly moved from a

cold place to a warm place, mois ture may condense in

unit and on the tape caus ing damage.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

• Never place unit on support or

stand that is not ﬁ rm, level, and adequately strong. The unit could fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and damage to the unit.

• Move any appliance and cart

combination with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause objects to overturn.

• Carefully follow all operating

instructions.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

An outside antenna or cable system must be properly grounded to

provide some protection against built up static charges and voltage. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code) provides information regarding proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, con nec tion to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR

CIRCUITS

Locate an outside antenna system well away from power lines and

electric light or power circuits so it will never touch these power sources should it ever fall. When installing antenna, absolutely never touch power lines, circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.

USING THE UNIT

Before unit is brought out of storage or moved to a new location, refer again to the INSTALLATION section of these safe guards.

1 KEEP UNIT WELL AWAY FROM WATER OR MOISTURE,

such as vases, sinks, tubs, etc.

2 IF EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR STRONG IMPACT,

unplug unit and have it inspected by a qualiﬁ ed service technician before use.

3 ELECTRICAL STORMS During a lightning storm, or before leaving unit unused for

extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4 WHEN UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• DO NOT OPERATE IF:

- liquid has spilled into unit.

- unit was dropped or otherwise damaged.

- unit emits smoke, malodors, or noises. Immediately unplug unit, and have it inspected by a service

technician to avoid potential ﬁ re and shock hazards.

• Never drop or push any object through openings in unit. Touching internal parts may cause electric shock or ﬁ re hazard.

• Keep magnetic objects, such as speakers, away from unit to avoid electrical interference.

5 USING ACCESSORIES Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to

avoid risk of ﬁ re, shock, or other hazards.

6 CLEANING UNIT Unplug unit. Use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to

gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning ﬂ uids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance, such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.

NEC - NATIONAL

ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

SERVICE

1 DO NOT SERVICE PRODUCT YOURSELF If, after carefully following detailed operating in struc tions, the unit

does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug unit and contact a qualiﬁ ed service tech ni cian.

2 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Make sure the service technician uses only parts speciﬁ ed by the

manufacturer, or have equal safety char ac ter is tics as original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may result in ﬁ re, electric shock, or other hazards.

3 SAFETY CHECK AFTER SERVICING After unit is serviced or repaired, request that a through safety

check be done as described in the manufacturer’s service literature to ensure video unit is in safe operating condition.

Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité

Warning : To prevent ﬁ re or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or

Avertissement : Aﬁ n de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs électriques, ne pas exposer

FCC WARNING : Any unauthorized changes or modiﬁ cations to this equipment would void the

This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS equipment. Only use those tapes with the have been tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used. This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the FCC rules.

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 product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and other components that contain lead. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.

Congratulations

On your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please ﬁ ll in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your unit.

moisture.

cet appareil à la pluie ou à une humidité excessive.

user’s authority to operate.

mark. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufﬁ cient 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 main te nance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

Accessories

Remote Control

LSSQ0390

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From

Batteries 2 “AA”

Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.

Model No. Serial No.

Loading the Batteries Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

To record again.

Cover the hole with cellophane tape.

Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

Break off the tab to prevent recording.

Record Tab

Screwdriver

Unit Information

Head Cleaning

Playing older or damaged tapes may eventually cause video heads to become clogged.

Head Clog Sensor

During playback this screen appears if clogging is detected. To clear message from screen, press PLAY on the remote or unit.

• Use “dry” type head cleaning cassette only. (Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)

V I DE

HEADS MAY

NEED C

LEAN I NG

EASE

NSERT HEAD

LEAN I NG CASSETTE

REFER TO MANUAL

END : PLAY

• Follow cleaning tape directions carefully. Excessive use of head cleaning tape can shorten the video head life.

Features for a Quality Picture

Digital Auto Tracking

Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum picture quality.

Manual Tracking Control (to reduce picture noise)

Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture noise. Press the 3 or 6 number key on the remote control or CH on the unit until the picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off, then on again a few seconds later.

V-Lock Control

In Still mode, the 3 or 6 number key on the remote control or CH on the unit operate as a V-lock control to reduce jitter.

Speciﬁ cations

Display

Picture Tube

VCR

Video Recording System

Audio Track 1 track

Tuner

Broad cast Channels VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69

CA BLE Channels

General

Power Source 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption

Television System EIA Standard NTSC color Speak er 1 pieces Op er at ing

Temperature Op er at ing Humidity 10 % ~ 75 %

Weight

Di men sions

(W X H X D)

13 inch (AG-513F)/ 20 inch (AG-520F) measured diagonal 90° deﬂ ection Picture Tube

4 rotary heads helical scanning system

Midband A through I (14 ~ 22) Superband J through W (23 ~

36) Hyperband AA ~ EEE (37 ~ 64) Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99) Spe cial CABLE chan nel 5A(01) Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125

Power OnApprox. 69 W (AG-513F)

Approx. 110 W (AG-520F)

Power

Approx. 2.5 W

Off

5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)

12 Kg (26.4 lbs.) (AG-513F) 23 Kg (50.7 lbs.) (AG-520F)

386 mm (15-3/16″) X 385 mm (15-3/16″) X 374 mm (14-3/4″) (AG-513F) 515 mm (20-5/16″) X 505 mm (19-7/8″) X 474 mm (18-11/16″) (AG-520F)

Record/Playback Time

Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.

Tape Speed Setting

Type of Video Cassette

T60 T120 T160

SP (Standard

1 Hour 2 Hours

Play)

LP (Long Play)

2 Hours 4 Hours

SLP (Super Long

3 Hours 6 Hours 8 Hours

Play)

2 Hours

40 Minutes

5 Hours

20 Minutes

Note

• Designs and spec i ﬁ ca tions are sub ject to change

without no tice.

DST (Daylight Saving Time)

Unit auto adjusts clock for DST (Daylight Saving Time.)

■ Spring (First Sunday in April)

DST: ON ➞ Sets clock ahead one hour.

■ Autumn (Last Sunday in October)

DST: ON ➞ Turns clock back one hour.

• If your area does not observe Daylight Saving Time, select DST: OFF.

• Keep these time changes in mind when programming the unit for timer recordings.

Important Safeguards and Precautions ................................................ 2

Safety Precautions/Mesures de sécurité............................................... 3

Unit Information....................................................................................... 4

Location of Controls ............................................................................... 6

Connections............................................................................................. 8

Initial Setup .............................................................................................. 9

Reset Language, Channels, Clock, Time Zone Adjust....................... 12

Playback a Tape..................................................................................... 14

Record On a Tape.................................................................................. 14

Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing)................................................................. 15

TV Operation.......................................................................................... 16

Picture Adjustment................................................................................ 17

TV Timer Features ................................................................................. 18

Closed Caption System ........................................................................ 20

Timer Recording.................................................................................... 22

Initial Setup

Basic Operation

TV Operation

Timer Operation

Tape Operation ...................................................................................... 24

Special VCR Features ........................................................................... 28

V-Chip Control Feature ......................................................................... 29

On-Screen Display (OSD) ..................................................................... 32

Warning and Instruction Displays ....................................................... 33

Before Requesting Service................................................................... 34

Index ....................................................................................................... 35

Advanced Operation

For Your Information

Location of Controls

Remote Control Buttons

EJECT

Ejects tape.

POWER

Turns unit on or off.

DISPLAY

Displays the VCR status and clock.

TAPE POSITION

Finds out present tape position and amount of tape remaining.

COUNTER RESET

Resets to “0:00:00” at the desired position.

RAPID TUNE

Displays the last channel you were watching.

MUTE

Mutes the sound instantly.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

Selects a channel.

SELECT UP/DOWN

Controls navigation around on-screen menu.

ACTION

Displays Main Menu.

STOP

Stops recording or playback.

REC

Records the program.

REWIND/SEARCH

Rewinds tape, and searches reverse scene.

PLAY

Begins playback.

PAUSE/SLOW

Pauses and slow motion and frame advance picture.

NIGHT

Color and picture intensity level are adjusted during night time use.

SLEEP

Turns off the unit automatically.

TRACKING UP/DOWN

Reduces picture noise during Playback and Slow Motion.

NUMBER Keys

Selects a channel directly.

ADD/DELETE

Adds or deletes a channel.

Goes directly to the desired re cord ing. Locates end point of recording.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

Adjusts volume.

SET/BACK SPACE

Sets a selected menu, or goes back to correct.

PROGRAM

Displays SET PROGRAM screen. You can set Timer Program and On-Timer.

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

Fast forwards tape, and searches forward scene.

CM SKIP/ZERO SEARCH

In Stop mode, goes to the counter “0:00:00.“ In Play mode, skips over 1 to 3 minutes of tape.

SPEED

Selects recording speed.

Note

• When EJECT is pressed, the tape is ejected from Cassette Compartment. If EJECT is pressed during recording, the unit will not respond to the command.

Front View of the Unit and Indicators

REW/

STOP/EJECT

ACTION

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

AUDIO VIDEO IN Jack

For dubbing.

POWER

Turns unit on or off.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

Adjusts volume.

SET/BACK SPACE

Sets a selected menu, or goes back to correct.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

Selects a channel.

TRACKING UP/DOWN

Reduces picture noise during Playback and Slow Motion.

SELECT UP/DOWN

Controls navigation around on-screen menu.

STOP

Stops recording or playback.

EJECT

Ejects tape.

ACTION

Press together with REW.

VOL CH

POWER

REWIND/SEARCH

Rewinds tape, and searches reverse scene.

ACTION

Press together with STOP.

PLAY

Begins playback.

REPEAT

Repeats a recording.

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

Fast forwards tape, and searches forward scene.

REC

Records the program.

INPUT

Selects a LINE mode directly.

PLAY/REPEAT

Initial Setup

INPUT

FF/

REC

REC ON TIMER

PROG TIMER

Built-In Speaker

PHONES Jack

Connect an earphone or headphones.

PROG TIMER Indicator

Lights when the unit is set for Timer Recording.

ON TIMER Indicator

Lights when the On-Timer is set.

REC Indicator

Lights during recording.

Remote Sensor

Rear View of the Unit

AC Power Plug

When plugged into an AC outlet, the unit consumes 2.5 W of electric power in OFF condition.

Easy Grip-Handle

<Model AG-513F only> Use when transporting the unit.

VHF/UHF

VHF/UHF Antenna Input Terminal

In from your Antenna or Cable (See

page 8).

Connections

Please make all cable or antenna connections before power on.

Connecting

For ANT./Cable Connect the cable from Antenna/Cable to the VHF/UHF terminal on the unit.

UNIT (rear view)

VHF/UHF

IN from ANT./CABLE

VHF/UHF

For DSS/Cable Box Connect the OUT jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF terminal on the unit with a RF cable.

UNIT (rear view)

Cable TV Converter Box

VHF/UHF

WARNING:

Overtightening “Nut type” RF coaxial cables may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.

IN from ANT./CABLE

Initial Setup

Set the Clock (Initial Power On)

Your unit can be set to Tuner ON or Tuner OFF. When the unit is ﬁ rst turned on, the tuner is set to off and a prompt to set the clock is displayed. By selecting “TUNER:ON” (see at right), you can place channels in memory and use the Auto Clock Set feature (see page 12).

Plug the unit power cord into AC wall outlet.

Press POWER on the remote or unit.

SET CLOCK

1 / /

SELECT : END

: ACT I ON

To Make Corrections,

repeatedly press correct.

DST

SET

Press ACTION to end setup. (Clock starts.)

Press to

select the month

: ON

and press set. In the same manner, select

and set the date, year, time, and DST. (Daylight Saving Time)

to move to error, then

Tuner ON/OFF

When Tuner OFF is selected, your unit is automatically in LINE mode. When Tuner ON is selected, Channel selection, Input selection, Channel Add/Delete, etc. is available.

Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU.

M A I N MENU

T V

LOCK

CLOC

SET

CT :

SET

SELECT

CT :

UP TV

C H

SELECT : SET : ACT I ON

CAPT I ON

V I DEO ADJUST

TUNER :OFF

SELE END

: ACT I ON

CAPT I ON

I NPUT

I DEO ADJU

V TUNER : ON

SELE END

: ACT I ON

LANGUAGE

SET

1) Press

2) Press ACTION

EX I T

1) Press to

2) Press

1) Press to

TUNER

2) Press

to select “TV.”

to display SET UP TV screen.

select TUNER.

to set

“ON” or “OFF.”

select INPUT SELECT.

to set

“TUNER.”

Initial Setup

POWER

ACTION

SELECT/SET

:CH UP

:CH DOWN :VOL UP :VOL DOWN

Press ACTION twice to return to the normal screen.

• If you selected “TUNER:ON”, go to “Channels” selection on page 12.

Initial Setup (continued)

POWER

NUMBER Keys

ADD/DLT

SELECT/SET

:CH UP

ACTION

:CH DOWN :VOL UP :VOL DOWN

1010

POWER

Add or Delete a Channel

To add channel: Select channel with number keys and press ADD/DLT.

HANNEL

08 ADDED

Reset all unit Memory Functions

When moving unit to a new location, or if a mistake was made in the Initial Setup section.

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

Initial Setup

To delete channel: Select channel with CH keys and press ADD/DLT.

HANNEL

08 DELE T

or number

POWER

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

Turn the unit

Power on.

Press and hold both

PLAY/REPEAT and FF on the

REC

PLAY/REPEAT

ACTION

PROG TIMER

REC ON TIMER

INPUT

FF/

REW/

STOP/EJECT

VOL CH

unit for more than 5 sec onds.

• The power will shut off.

• Please ignore “NO CASSETTE” warning.

Do “Initial Setup” on page 8.

Note to CABLE System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CABLE (Cable TV) System Installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in par tic u lar, speciﬁ es that the cable ground shall be con nect ed to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Panasonic AG-520F, AG-513F User Manual

Important Safeguards and Pre cau tions

Unit Information

Table of Contents

Location of Controls

Connections

Initial Setup