Panasonic NV-MV20EBL Operating Instructions

Video Cassette Recorder

NV-MV20EB/EBL

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

Operating Instructions

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Contents

page

CAUTION 2-4
Check List/ Shop@Panasonic 5
Front Panel 6
Rear Panel/ Insertingbatteries 7
Remote controlfunctions 8-9
Connections

without Scartcable
with Scartcables andSatellite Receiver
with Scart cables

10-11
12-13

14-15
AUTO SETUP 16-17
Checking theSettings forAuto Setup 18
Removing Interference/ ChangingRF -channel 19
Menu System/ MenuOverview 20-21
Playback / 22

SQPB / NTSC playback
Tracking control 23
Recording 24

External recordingcontrol

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Timer recording
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VIDEO Plus+

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Others Menu 33
Manual setup

Manual Tuning
Changing thename ofTV stations
Changing theorder ofTV stations/ deletinga station
RestartAuto Setup
Shipping condition/ restoringfactory defaults
Owner ID
Clock setting

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TV control 40
Advanced functions 41-43
Before requesting service 44-45
Tape Care / Cassette erasure protection 46
Specifications 47
Index Last Page

Caution

Be sure to read the cautions carefully before you operate this VCR.

Keep the VCR away from high temperatures

Keep the VCR away from sources of heat such as direct sunlight, heating radiators, or
closed vehicles.

Avoid magnets or magnetized objects

Never bring a magnet or magnetized object close to the VCR because this could adversely
affect the performance of the VCR. When using the VCR together with other equipment,
keep as much distance as possible between them to prevent them from adversely affecting
each other's performance.

No fingers or other objects inside

Touching internal parts of the VCR is dangerous, and may cause serious damage.
Do not attempt to remove the cover as; there are no user serviceable parts inside.

Keep away from liquids

Keep the VCR away from all liquids.

Caution:

If this happens, disconnect from the mains socket immediately and consult your dealer.

Video head clogging

The picture and sound can be lost or become distorted if video heads become clogged.
This may happen in certain environmental conditions or if old or damaged or damp tapes are
used or after long use of the VCR.
If this occurs then please consult your dealer. Note: Video Head Cleaning is NOT covered by the
warranty.

Cleaning the VCR

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

If water or some other liquid is spilled into the VCR, serious damage could occur.

Avoid sudden changes in temperature

If the VCR is moved from a cold to a warm place or if a heater is turned on, condensation
may form on the tape surface and inside the VCR.
If this happens, leave the VCR at room temperature for at least 1 hour before operating it.

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Avoid humidity and dust

Do not use the VCR in very humid or dusty places.
This may cause damage to its internal parts.

Stacking

Install the VCR in a horizontal position and do not place anything heavy on it.

Condensation may form in the following cases:

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If the VCR is in a room that was very cold before a heater has just been turned on.

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If the VCR is in a room with steam or high humidity.

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If the VCR is brought from cold surroundings into a well-heated room.

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The VCR is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such as an air-conditioned room or car,
to a place, which is hot and humid.

Note:

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In any of the above-mentioned conditions, do not operate the VCR for at least 1 hour.
This VCR is not equipped with a dew sensor.

IMPORTANT

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

WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO

RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE
PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

CAUTION!

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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.

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DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

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DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

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DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

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.

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CAUTION

How to replace the fuse

Confirm the AC mains plug fitted
and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual
AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Fuse cover

1

2. Replace the fuse and attach the fuse cover.

Fuse
(5 ampere)

2

Caution for AC Mains Lead

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the plug
contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is
obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF
AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL
SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt
please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue:
Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is
coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS
MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN
OR GREEN/YELLOW. THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF - KEEP DRY.

FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT REMOVE OUTER COVER. To prevent electric shock, do not

remove the cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the equipment with wet hands.

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Check List

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Remote Control

N2QAKB000044

RF cable

K2KF2BA00001, VJA0728-A
or K1TWACC00001

AC Mains lead

RJA0044-3C

Operating Instructions

RQTD0079-B

Batteries for the
Remote Control

R6 size

Quick Start Guide

RQCAD0007

Guarantee Card

www.panasonic.co.uk

(for UK and Republic of Ireland customers only)

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by
phoning our Customer Care Centre Mon-Friday 9:00am–5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays.)

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Customer Care Centre
For UK customers: 08705 357357
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Front Panel

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Stand-by/on switch /I

Defines timer programmes.

Plays back programmed recordings.

Ejects the cassette.

Selects a channel.

Activates the recording timer.

Erases a cassette.

Activates the recording timer for externally controlled recording.

Displays the timer programme for verification.

Record button

Fast winding / JET SEARCH

Stop button

Playback button

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Rear Panel

AC

IN~

SECTEUR~

AV1 (TV)

RF/
ANT

OUT/

SORTIE

IN/

ENT

1

1 AC Input socket (

2

Power supply)

3

4

2 AV1 21-pin Scart socket
3 RF IN socket (Aerial
4 RF OUT socket (Aerial

input)

output)

Inserting batteries into the remote control unit:

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

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

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

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Do not use rechargeable type batteries

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

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Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries.

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Immediately remove used-up batteries and replace with batteries of type AA,

UM3 or R6.

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Be sure to put i

Dispose of , packaging material and the unit

regulations

n the batteries the right way round (+and -).

batteries according to statutory

. They must not be thrown into the household refuse

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Remote control functions

1

Stand-by/on switch /I

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.

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TV ASPECT

TV/TEXT

Activates the recording timer for externally controlled recording.

Changes the screen format.

Toggles between TV reception and video text reception.

VCR

TV

VCR

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TV

TV

Some Panasonic TV sets accept control
signals from the VCR's remote control unit.
In the table, the TV buttons are marked with

, the VCR buttons with .TV VCR

TV ASPECTTV ASPECT

EXT LINKEXT LINK

1

TV/TEXT

TRACKING/V-LOCK

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VOLUME

3

Control menu

ENTER

MENU

EXIT

OSD menu selection buttons.
ENTER: Selects or saves a setting.

Displays the menu.

Quits a menu.

Playback functions

Playback

Fast winding / Forward and backward search

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Goes from Stop into Fast Forward or Fast Rewind mode.

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JET SEARCH during playback (See page 22)

Press to stop recording, playing back or winding.

To eject a cassette:

Still Playback

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Stop

2

Press button for more than 3 seconds.

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

2

INPUT SELECTINPUT SELECT

PROG PLAYPROG PLAY

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PROG./CHECK

I-TIMER

AUDIO

PDC

OFF TIMER

INDEX

ENTER

SP/LP/EP

OSD/DISPLAYOSD/DISPLAY

+

VIDEO Plus

+

VIDEO Plus

REC

TIMER

RESET/CANCEL

4

VCR / TV

switch

5

Selects a programme memory location and
inputs the VIDEO Plus+ number.
Example:

Selects the TV set's AV port.

TRACKING/V-LOCK

CH

Channel selector
Tracking control of disturbed VCR image.

Volume control.

CH

CH

TV

VCR::

PROG/CHECK

PDC

Displays the Timer recording menu.

Controls the beginning and end of a recording
session by a special signal.

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Selects the AV input and navigates in

the menu.

Menu entries.

VCR

TV

TV

VCR

TV

TV

TV

VCR

VCR

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VCR

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VIDEO Plus+

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PROG PLAY

REC

INPUT SELECT

AUDIO

OFF TIMER

I-TIMER

TIMER

OSD/DISPLAY

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Displays the menu.VIDEO Plus+

Plays back programmed recordings.

Record

Toggles between AV input and TV station.

Finds the start of a recording.

This button has no function.

Switches the unit into stand-by mode after the
set time of recording, playback or in Stop mode.

Recalls last 5 timer programmes

Activates the recording timer.

Press the button repeatedly to display the time,
tape counter or remaining tape.

VCR

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VCR

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VCR

P. 24

VCR

VCR

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VCR

P. 42

VCR

P. 29

VCR

P. 26

VCR

P. 24

SP/LP/EP

Sets the tape speed.

VCR

P. 24

RESET/CANCEL

RESET :
CANCEL:

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

VCR

P. 42

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Connections

without Scart cable

You can connect your VCR to a TV and Satellite Receiver using RF cable.
However, using this connection method it may be difficult to obtain a clear picture from
the Satellite Receiver.
For this reason it is not recommended for inexperienced users.
(See preferred connection on page 12.)

AC Input socket

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VCR

AC Mains lead (supplied)

4

Satellite Receiver

4

To AC Mains socket

RF Input socket

RF Output socket

Aerial Input socket

Aerial Output socket

RF cable

2

3

RF cable (supplied)

Must be connected to
watch TV channels.

Aerial Input
socket

3

Aerial

1

TV

4

To AC Mains socket

IN
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RF
ANT

OUT

SORTIE

Follow the step-by-step guide below.

Connect the aerial to the aerial input socket of the

1

Satellite Receiver.

- If you do not have a Satellite Receiver, connect the
aerial to the RF input socket of the VCR and go to step .3

Connect the aerial from Satellite Receiver to the

2

RF Input socket.

Satellite Receiver

Satellite Receiver

VCR

IN
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RF
ANT

OUT

SORTIE

Notes:

Connect the RF output socket to the TV aerial socket.

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Plug the TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver into the mains.

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Switch ON your Satellite Receiver; to ensure reliable tuning

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VCR

select either SKY ONE or SKY NEWS.

If, after Auto Setup is complete, the programme position of the satellite receiver is not to your
preference, or 'SAT' name is not shown in the Program List, you can re-arrange the
programme position and enter 'SAT' name manually (See pages 34-36).

TV

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Connections

with Scart cables
and Satellite Receiver

(fully-wired)

RF Input socket

RF Output socket

AV1 21-pin Scart socket

AC Input socket

AC Mains lead

5

(supplied)

Necessary for Connecting

a Satellite Receiver

Aerial

1

VCR

RF cable

2

(supplied)

3

12

Satellite Receiver

To AC Mains socket

5

21-pin Scart socket (VCR)

21-pin Scart socket (TV)

Direct Connection

4

Satellite Receiverto TV

Aerial Input

AV1 socket

socket

TV

5

To A C

socketMains

IN
ENT

RF
ANT

OUT
SORTIE

Follow the step-by-step guide below.

Connect the aerial to the RF Input socket of the VCR.

1

VCR

AV1(TV

IN
ENT

RF
ANT

OUT

SORTIE

)

Connect the RF cable from the RF Output socket

2

of the VCR to the TV aerial input socket.

Connect the AV1 21-pin scart socket to the VCR scart

3

socket on your Satellite Receiver/Digital Receiver.
If you are not connecting a Satellite Receiver, skip this
step.

Connect the TV scart socket of your Satellite Receiver

4

to the AV1 scart socket of your TV.

VCR

VCR

Satellite Receiver

Satellite Receiver

TV

TV

If you are not connecting a Satellite Receiver, skip this
step.

Plug the TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver into the mains.

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Connections

with Scart cables

(fully-wired)

RF Input socket

RF Output socket

AV1 21-pin Scart socket

AC Input socket

VCR

1

Aerial

14

AC Mains lead

4

(supplied)

3

Necessary for TV

RF cable

2

(supplied)

Aerial Input

AV1 socket

socket

TV

4

To A C

socketMains

IN
ENT

RF
ANT

OUT

SORTIE

Follow the step-by-step guide below.

Connect the aerial to the RF Input socket of the VCR.

1

VCR

AV1(TV

IN
ENT

RF
ANT

OUT
SORTIE

)

Connect the RF cable from the RF Output socket

2

of the VCR to the TV aerial input socket.

Connect the AV1 21-pin scart socket to the TV scart

3

socket. If your TV does not have a scart socket or

VCR

TV

VCR

TV

you do not have a scart cable, skip this step.

Plug the TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver into the mains.

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