Panasonic NV-HV21EBEBL User Manual

Video Cassette Recorder

NV-MV21EB/EBL

(Model suffix: 'EB' for UK model, 'EBL' for Ireland model)

Operating Instructions

Before connecting the device, operating it or adjusting settings please read these operating instructions completely; especially the safety precautions on pages 2-3.

Contents Page

Important Safety Warnings CAUTION! 3

Care and Maintenance

Included Accessories 4 Front Panel VCR 5 Rear Panel VCR 5 Remote control functions 6-7

Connecting with RF cable 8

VCR Auto Setup with RF cable

Connecting with 21-pin Scart cable 10

VCR Auto Setup with 21-pin Scart cable

Connecting to Satellite Receiver, Set Top Box 12 Checking the Settings after Auto Setup 13

Removing Interference / Changing RF-output channel 14 Menu System 15 Playback 16

Tracking control 17 General convenient functions / Tape Care 18-19

Recording 20-26

Instant recording 20 Timer recording 21-22 Recording with INTELLIGENT TIMER 23 Recording with VIDEO Plus+ 24-25 Recording with external recording controls 26

Manual Functions 27-32

Manual Tuning 27 Changing the name of TV stations 28 Changing the order of TV stations or deleting a station 28 Creating a new station table 29 Shipping condition/factory defaults 29 Others Menu 30 Owner ID 31 Clock setting 32

Before requesting service 33 Panasonic Sales and Support Information 34 Specifications 35 Index last page

Important Safety Warnings

The moulded three pin mains plug is supplied for your safety and convenience and must NOT be cut off.

A 5 amp fuse is fitted in the mains plug. If the fuse has to be replaced, it must be of the same rating and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

To replace the fuse, open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver as shown and replace the fuse and the cover securely.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside.

1.Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2.Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Refer servicing to qualified service engineer only.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Do not insert metal object into the slots or openings of the unit.

This unit is not disconnected from a.c. mains while it remains connected to a live mains outlet, even if it has been turned off.

Fuse cover

Fuse (5 ampere)

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.

Caution

Avoid exposing the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources.

Avoid sudden change in temperature or humidity, dew or condensation may form, causing malfunction.

Dispose of batteries in accordance with the instructions given in this book.

Place the unit on a flat, stable surface. Do not place heavy object on top of the unit.

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

This unit is designed for indoor use only.

Do not use in area with strong magnetic fields, e.g. near transmitting antenna.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure the unit is well ventilated. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other materials do not obstruct the ventilation vents.

Do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.

Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner.

Care and Maintenance

The cabinet can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, disconnect from mains before cleaning. Do not use detergent or solution containing benzol or petroleum.

Video heads clogging can occur with use, when this happens picture and sound will become distorted during playback. Purchase a head cleaning tape or consult your dealer. Note that video head cleaning is not covered by the warranty.

Included Accessories

Check that you have the accessories and

items shown

VCR

Included

VOL

TRACKING/V-LOCK

INPUT SEL

VIDEO Plus+

AUDIO

PROG

PROG PLAY

/CHECK

ENTER

JET REW

INDEX

RECTIMER

"Some functions may not be

applicable to your VCR."

VCR/TV

N2QAJB000089

Remote control

N2QAJB000089

ccessories

EXT LINK

RESET/CANCEL

STATUS

I-TIMER

EXIT

PAUSE/SLOW

OFF-TIMER

REC MODE

AC Mains Lead

RJA0044-3C

RF cable

K2KF2BA00001, VJA0728-A or K1TWACC00001

Batteries for the Remote Control

R6 size

Operating Instructions

RQTD0104-B

Quick Start Guide

RQCAD0015

Guarantee Card

Inserting batteries into the remote control unit:

The batteries last for about a year, depending on how often you use the RC unit.

Do not mix old with new batteries or batteries of different types.

Only use batteries without any harmful substances (such as lead, cadmium, mercury).

Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Remove the batteries if the remote control unit will remain unused for longer periods of time.

Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries.

Immediately remove used-up batteries and replace with batteries of type AA, UM3 or R6.

Be sure to put in the batteries the right way round (+and -).

Dispose of batteries, packaging material and the unit according to statutory regulations. They must not be thrown into the household refuse.

Front Panel VCR

VCR= Video Cassette Recorder

Detailed information is available on the specified pages.

Page

1 2

JET REW

Stand-by/on switch /I

Selects a channel

Fast rewind to the beginning of the tape.

EJECT

TIMER REC

Ejects the cassette.

Activates the recording timer

Rear Panel VCR

Rear Panel Connectors

AC IN~ (Power supply)

121

AV (21-pin Scart socket) RF IN = Aerial input

3 4

RF OUT = Aerial output

RF IN

RF OUT

REC

QUICK ERASE

AC IN

AV (TV)

Starts recording.

Erases a cassette.

Fast winding / JET SEARCH

Stop button

Starts playback.

Fast winding / JET SEARCH

7 8

9 10

Remote control functions

TV Controls

Some Panasonic television sets may be controlled with the remote control unit of this VCR. However, some of old Panasonic TVs cannot be operated using this remote control.

Press to switch the TV from on to stand-by mode or vice versa.

VOL

Selects the TV set´s AV port.

TV Channel selector.

To adjust the volume of the TV.

VCR Playback Control

PAUSE/SLOW

INDEX

Normal playback

Stop ends recording, playback, or winding. Eject: Press and hold for more than 3 seconds.

Fast forward/rewind when stopped, search forward or backwards during playback.

Stop a recording session. Still playback.

Search beginning of a recording session.

VCR

INPUT SEL

VIDEO Plus+

AUDIO

PROG

/CHECK

JET REW

INDEX

"Some functions may not be

applicable to your VCR."

PROG PLAY

RECTIMER

ENTER

STATUS

REC MODE

VOL

TRACKING/V-LOCK

EXT LINK

RESET/CANCEL

I-TIMER

EXIT

PAUSE/SLOW

OFF-TIMER

JET REW

Fast rewind to beginning of tape.

VCR/TV

N2QAJB000089

VCR

EXIT

INPUT SEL

RESET/CANCEL

VCR Standard Controls

Stand-by/on switch Press to switch the unit from on to stand-by mode or vice versa. In stand-by mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

Displays the menu.

Quits a menu.

Switches between AV input and TV station.

RESET : Resets the counter to 0:00.00. CANCEL: Clears an entry you made.

AUDIO

ENTER

TRACKING/V-LOCK

This button has no function.

Selecting or storing settings.

Menu navigation buttons.

Channel select buttons. Tracking control of VCR picture disturbance.

VIDEO Plus+

PROG

/CHECK

PROG PLAY

I-TIMER

OFF-TIMER

Delete highlighted station.

Move highlighted station.

VCR Recording Controls

Displays the VIDEO Plus+ menu

Displays the menu Timer recording.

Plays back programmed recordings.

Programming TV programmes broadcasted at the same time and on the same channel.

Switches the VCR into stand-by mode after a preset period of time during recording, playback or stop mode.

Select programme storage position

8 9

TIMER

REC

REC MODE

EXT LINK

or enter the VIDEO Plus+ number. E.g.: 18 =

Activate the recording timer mode.

Record

Sets the tape speed (SP/LP/EP).

Activates the recording timer for externally controlled recording.

STATUS

Press repeatedly to display the time, tape counter or tape remain.

Connecting with RF cable

You can connect the VCR to your TV set by using a RF cable.

AC IN~

VCR

AC mains lead (supplied)

Aerial

RF IN (Aerial input)

RF OUT (Aerial output)

RF cable (supplied)

Follow the steps described below.

Ensure TV Power is disconnected

from AC Mains socket.

Connect aerial to the RF IN

(Aerial input) connector of the VCR.

Connect the VCR´s RF OUT

(Aerial output) to the TV set’s aerial in connector.

Aerial input

Connect VCR and TV set to the

AC mains socket.

AC mains socket

AC mains lead

VCR Display

Auto Setup

Tuning : Ch 21

EXIT

: exit

Owner ID

PIN number : Name : House No : Postcode :

You now have the opportunity

help the police crack crime

:select : store

EXIT

: exit

****

************** *********** ***********

to enter your details and

see instruction book.

ENTER

VCR Auto Setup with RF cable (Automatic tuning)

Turn on your television set.

With the Stand-by/on switch turn on the VCR. Automatic tuning for all available TV stations begins. Approximate duration is 5 minutes.

After Automatic tuning has finished, press EXIT. The Owner ID screen will appear.

- While Auto Setup is running the first digit of the VCR display will flash. After a while it will stop flashing and the RF output channel number will be displayed.

- Select an unused channel pre-set on your TV and tune it to the RF output channel number shown on the VCR display (or until you can clearly see the Auto Setup screen). Store the new video playback channel (refer to the instructions for your TV).

In some cases, the RF output channel may interfere with the TV stations transmitted in your area. This may prevent you from seeing the On-Screen Display clearly. Please see page 14 for removing the interference before restarting Auto Setup (page 29).

Owner ID

You can complete the Owner ID now or skip this step and do it later. To do it later, press the EXIT button. Your VCR is now ready to use.

To set the Owner ID now, press the Numeric buttons or to enter a fourdigit PIN number.

Press , to correct the digit.

Make sure that you will remember the PIN number (make a note of it).

Press the ENTER button twice to confirm.

Enter the [Name], [House No] and [Postcode] in the same way.

Press the ENTER button to confirm each entry.

Press the EXIT button to leave the Owner ID screen.

You will now see the TV picture. Your VCR is now ready to use.

Datum / ZeitClock set

MANUAL

Time : 12 : 00 : 00

Date : 11. 6. 04

If the clock setting menu appears

(Auto clock set was not possible due to a weak signal)

Press to set the correct time and date.

Press the ENTER button to finish this setting.

Mind that a wrong date or time will influence the programmed recording of TV programmes (don't forget to change summer time and winter time).

Connecting with 21-pin Scart cable (Fully wired)

Aerial

RF OUT (Aerial output)

AC IN~

AC IN

AC mains lead (supplied)

AV 21-pin Scart socket

VCR

RF IN (Aerial input)

RF cable (supplied)

Follow the steps described below.

Ensure TV Power is disconnected

from AC Mains socket.

Connect aerial to the RF IN

(Aerial input) connector of the VCR.

Connect the VCR´s RF OUT

(Aerial output) to the TV set’s Aerial in connector.

AC mains socket

AC mains lead

Aerial input

21-pin Scart cable

Connect the VCR’s AV socket

(21-pin Scart socket) to the TV set’s Scart In socket.

Connect VCR and TV set to the

AC mains socket.

Auto Setup

Tuning : Ch 21

EXIT

: exit

Owner ID

PIN number : Name : House No : Postcode :

You now have the opportunity

help the police crack crime

:select : store

EXIT

: exit

****

************** *********** ***********

to enter your details and

see instruction book.

ENTER

VCR Auto Setup with 21-pin Scart cable

(Automatic tuning)

Turn on your television set.

With the Stand-by/on switch turn on the VCR. Automatic tuning for all available TV stations begins. Approximate duration is 5 minutes.

After Automatic tuning has finished, press EXIT. The Owner ID screen will appear.

VCR Display

Owner ID

You can complete the Owner ID now or skip this step and do it later. To do it later, press the EXIT button. Your VCR is now ready to use.

To set the Owner ID now, press the Numeric buttons or to enter a four-digit PIN number.

Press , to correct the digit.

Make sure that you will remember the PIN number (make a note of it).

Press the ENTER button twice to confirm.

Enter the [Name], [House No] and [Postcode] in the same way.

Press the ENTER button to confirm each entry.

Press the EXIT button to leave the Owner ID screen.

You will now see the TV picture. Your VCR is now ready to use.

Datum / ZeitClock set

MANUAL

Time : 12 : 00 : 00

Date : 11. 6. 04

If the clock setting menu appears

(Auto clock set was not possible due to a weak signal)

Press to set the correct time and date.

Press the ENTER button to finish this setting.

Mind that a wrong date or time will influence the programmed recording of TV programmes (don't forget to change summer time and winter time).

If Auto Setup has previously been completed the VCR will not start Auto Setup automatically. In this case you can re-start Auto Setup again. See page 29.

If you want to cancel Auto Setup before it has finished, press the EXIT button. You can restart Auto Setup again. See page 29.

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