Panasonic NV-L20 User Manual

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3 CAUTIONS 4 CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

6 INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER

8 INSTALLATION

9 TUNING THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO PLAYBACK

CHANNEL 10 SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR 12 SETTING THE CLOCK TO THE PRESENT TIME 14 THE VIDEO CASSETTE 14 AUTO OPERATION 15 PLAYBACK

20 RECORDING FROM A TV BROADCAST SIGNAL 21 SUPER OTR FUNCTION (ONE-TOUCH TIMER

RECORDING)

23 TIMER RECORDING 29 TIME SEARCH

30 CAMERA RECORDING 31 DUBBING (COPYING)

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.

WARNING

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

NV-L20A: Australian model NV-L20EA: New Zealand model

FOR YOUR SAFETY

■ DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

is the safety information.

HO (High Quality) Picture System

Video recorders carrying the HQ symbol mark feature the new VHS High Quality Picture System. This system as sures complete compatibility with VTRs that use the con ventional VHS system.

32 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

34 SPECIFICATIONS

Please read these cautions before you operate this VTR.

Cassette Compartment Door

When first unpacking the unit, you may notice that the cassette compartment door is partially open. This condition is due to the operation of a safety device designed to pro tect the unit from vibration during shipment: it is not a malfunction. When the AC mains lead is connected to a mains outlet, the door will return to its original psition.

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.

Stacking

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

Lightning

To avoid damage by lightning, disconnect the aerial plug from the VTR.

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 use, the signals can no longer be recorded correctly, and the playback pic ture will be distorted accordingly. This is the case, for ex ample, during the playback of a tape, the sound is reproduced normally, but no picture is seen, or the picture is greatly distorted. When such a symptom case occurs have the recorder checked by qualified service personnel.

Do Not Obstruct the Ventilation Holes

The ventilation holes prevent abnormal increase in temper ature, Do not block or cover these holes. Especially avoid covering the holes with 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 dis assemble the VTR. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

Keep: Water away ;

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.

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 wellheated room.

•The VTR is suddenly brought from coot surroundings, 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 “d ” on the Multi-Function Display will flash on and off and all the function buttons are made nonoperational to protect the tape and the video heads. When the Dew Indicator flashes, wait until this indicator disappears.

• 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.

Cleaning the VTR

Wipe the VTR with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid, or other chemicals. And do not use compressed air to remove dust.

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

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0 Play/x2 Button {►)

0 Fast Forward ►►/Cue © Button IS 0 Stop Button (■)

0 Pause/Still Button (II)

O Record Button (•)

0 Cassette Compartment

O Channel Selection Up and Down Buttons 10

0 OTR On Buttons

0 Eject Button (A) © Digital Tracking Indicator

0 VTR On/Otf Switch with Indicator 0 Picture Sharpness Control 15

0 Digital Tracking Selector 0 VTR/TV Selector 0 Clock Button

0 Preset/Rne/Normal Button 0 Timer Controls 0 Band/AFC Button 0 Clear Button 0 Timer Record Button 0 Infra-red Remote Control Receiver 0 Multi-Function Display 0 Reset Button

0 Clock/Counter Selector

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Multi-Function Dispiay

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No. Description

(T) Cassette-in Indicator 14

@ Tape Running Display 15 @ Timer Recording Indicator

Double Speed Indicator

@ Recording Indicator

OTR Indicator

(7) Date Display 12 (8) Clock/Counter Indicator

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No. Description 0 Audio Input Socket 0 Audio Output Socket

0 RF Output Socket 0 Vertical Lock Controls 0 AC Mains Lead Socket 0 Video Input Socket

0 Video Output Socket

0 RF Input Socket 0 Video Playback Channel Selector

0 Test Signal Switch

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Search Indicator 15 @ Repeat Indicator (n) Memory Indicator 19 @ Counter Mode Indicator

@ Timer Programme Number

@ Channel Display

Position Indicator

@ VTR Indicator

INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER

Part Number: VEQ0955

Use as Digital Scanner

Slide the Mode Selector Cover downward.

(T) Bar Code Reader Display

0 VTR On/Off Button

Q Clock/Counter Selector

0 Reset Button Q Record Buttons (•) 0 Pause/Still Button (11)

0 Stop Button (■)

0 Rewind -4«e/Review @ Button

0 Slow Buttons 0 Mode Selector Cover

0 Time Search Button

0 Monitor Button 0 Programme Position (Channel) Selector Buttons 0 Fast Forward >^/Cue @ Button

0 Play/x 2 Button (^)

0 Still Advance Button (li^) 0 Reverse Play Button

0 Memory/Repeat/Search Button 0 VTR/TV Selector

0 Date Display 0 Channel Display

Start Time Display

0 End Time Display

0 Check Indicator

@ Digital Scanner On/Off Button

@ Bar Code Reading Section

Transmit Button

Note:

To be able to use the unit as Remote Controller, press the

Digital Scanner On/Off Button (the indications in the LCD Display will disappear).

How to Operate the Remote Controller (Digital Scanner)

Press the Digital Scanner On/Off Button to "ON'*.

•tf no operation is performed for more than 25 seconds (4 minutes during setting of the clock time), the scanner will automatically switch over to the power-saving standby condition and the Display 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 Display is off, press the button once to turn "ON".

Tracing the Bar Codes

(A) Place the Remote Controller on the Small Box.

(B) Trace the bar code quickly in the direction of the arrow.

The **Beep" sound indicates that the bar code was read completely.

Small Bo

Power Source for the Remote Controller

■ The Remote Controller is powered by 4 lEC *‘R03" siz batteries. The life of the batteries is about one yeai hov^ever, it depends on the frequency of use. Inspec and if necessary, replace the batteries once a year.

CAUTION FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT

• Load the new batteries with their polarities (+ and -

aligned correctly.

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

occur,

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

tong period of time, remove the batteries and store ther in a cool and dry place.

• Remove spent batteries immediately and dispose of them

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

never use an alkaline battery with a manganese battery.)

Load the batteries as follows;

Push back the battery compartment locking lever.

Bar Code‘

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

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

• If 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. Always check your Display Window to confirm the function scanned has been accepted.

• When using the Programming Sheet, put it on flat surface: Reading the bar codes while holding it in your hand or bending it, may result in incorrect op

eration.

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

Trace the bar code completely past the last bar.

Q Lift off the battery compartment lid.

e Insert the batteries with their polarities aligned as ind

cated inside the battery compartment.

Q Replace the lid.

Note;

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

• Direct sunlight may interfere with the beam.

•The lightsensing angle of the Infra-red Remote Contrr Receiver in the VTR is about 30“ for each side from th centre.

•The unit should be used within a range of about 7 meter from the front of the VTR.

Recommendation

After the programming of timer record ing(s) is completei

press the Digital Scanner On/Off Button so that the indie

tions in the LCD Display disappear, in order to save battei

power.

INSTALLATION

Connection to a TV Set

NV-L20A:

FOR YOUR SAFETY Install any external aerial to AS 1417.1.

TV Set

(Select the video channel)

^ Connect the external aerial to the RF Input Socket on

the VTR.

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

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

o It the TV set is equipped with separate video and audio

input sockets, it is recommended to connect the VTR

to the TV set with separate video and audio cables,

(not supplied)

Q Connect the AC Mains Lead to the AC Mains Socket of

the VTR to the mains outlet.

TUNING THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO PLAYBACK CHANNEL

The adjustments described on this page are not necessary, if the VTR is connected to the TV set via the Video/Audio output sockets.

Video Playback Channel Selector

This switch is used to select the Video Playback channel which is not occupied with any TV station. INV-L20A: 0 or 1; NV-L20EA:2or3]

O Turn the TV set on and select the programme position

that is not occupied by any TV station.

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

(FRONTSIDE)

VTR

•The corresponding indicator lights up.

0 Set the VTR/TV Selector to ‘‘VTR”.

(FRONTSIDE)

VTR/TV

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

0 Set the Test Signal Switch to “On".

0 Tune your TV to VHF channel as shown below.

Confirm by your TV that the received test pattern is as shown below.

NV-L20A: VHF channel 0 or 1 *

NV-L20EA; VHF channel 2 or 3

NV-L20A only 'In some areas

channel 0 may be used by local TV station. In this case switch to channel 1.

0 Set the Test Signal Switch to “Off", Your TV is now

ready to receive the RF output signal from the VTR.

OFF ON

TEST

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0 To check, playback a pre-recorded tape and confirm

that the picture quality is satisfactory.

SIGNAL

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.

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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/Fine/Normal Button. The indication on the Multi-Punction Display changes from the clock indication to the position indication.

^ Press the Channel Up or Down Button to select a pro

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

0 Press the Band/AFC Button to select the ‘T\ “I

“U" position.

Display of the programme positions 1 -99

NV-L20A

NV-L20EA

The tuner in the VTR can be preset with up to 99 stations. 0 Press the or Button until the picture of the

desired station on your TV is satisfactory.

• If the “+" or" Button is pressed while pressing the Next Button, the stations will change quickly.

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

•The tuned station is automatically memorized.

Repeat steps 0~0 for each channel you want to tune to a station.

0 Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

The indication on the Multi-Function Display chang^.D

back to the previous indication.

FineTuning Procedure

If fine tuning is necessary, for example for a weak station which is close to a strong station:

(T) Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

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Press the ‘V’ or Button to obtain the best tuning condition.

Selection of the programme position

• "AFC" Indicator will not be displayed.

•To return the tuning to its former state, press the Band/ AFC Button.

Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button.

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Blanking of Unoccupied Programme Positions

^ Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button. 0 Press the Channel Up or Down Button to select a pro

gramme position (channel) which you do not want to

tune to a TV station.

^ Press the Clear Button ('- will be displayed in the

Programme Position Indication).

How to Select the Programme Position (Channel) on

the Remote Controller

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

Q Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

Cancelling the Clear function (Blanking)

(J) Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button.

To cancel the blanking of a programme position, select that programme position on the VTR and then press the Clear Button.

(3) Press the Preset/Fine/Normal Button twice.

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select channel press button

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If more than 5 seconds pass between the first, second and third push, the channel will not be changed normally.

m-H respective channel

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Panasonic NV-L20 User Manual

CONTENTS

Page

NV-L20A: Australian model NV-L20EA: New Zealand model

FOR YOUR SAFETY

■ DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER.

Cleaning the VTR

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS

oeooQQ 0 Q 9

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Multi-Function Dispiay

INFRA-RED REMOTE CONTROLLER

How to Operate the Remote Controller (Digital Scanner)

Power Source for the Remote Controller

INSTALLATION

NV-L20A:

TUNING THE TV SET TO THE VIDEO PLAYBACK CHANNEL

VTR/TV

SETTING THE TUNER IN THE VTR

(D(D-L0©

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Cancelling the Clear function (Blanking)