Panasonic PV-V4521 User Manual

LSQTO329A

Panasonic

Video Cassette Recorder

Onnivtnícin )m Operati ng Instructions

Models No. PV-V4021/PV-V4521

5- "

Connections and Initial Setup Procedures are on pages 8 to 9.

As an ENERGY STAR^ Parmer, Matsushita Efectnc Corporatior) a<

America has dctorminod that this product / ^ or product modef meets the ENERGY STAR^ guideimes for ene/py efficiency.

Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual.

Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. (Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.)

For assistane«, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(72^) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts<3pianasonic.com

Important Safeguards and Precautions

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING IN­ STRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT

INSTALUVnON

1POWERSOURCECAUnON

Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify the power source in your home.

2POLARIZEDORGROUNDINGPLUG

As a safety feature, this Video product comes with either a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.

POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:

This plug will only lit into an outlet one way. If you cannot Tully insert the plug, tty reversing it. If it still will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.

GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:

This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding outlet, ft necessary, have an electrician Install the proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.

3POWER CORD

Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or be in the way of walking traffic. If an extension cord is used, make sure it also has either a polarized or grounded plug and that the cords can be securely connected. Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards and should be avoided.

4DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES

Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat generated during operation. If they are blocked, neat build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:

a.Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

b.Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.

5AVOIDEXTREMELYHOTLOCATIONSOR SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense in the unit and on the tape,

6TOAVOIDPERSONALINJURY

• Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping surface,

• Do not place this unit on any support

that is not firm, level, and adequately strong. The unit could fall causing serious injury to a child or adult

and damage to the unit

•An appliance and cart combination I should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the

appliance and cart corntrination to overturn.

•Carefully follow all operating instructions and use the manufacturer's recommended accessories when operating this unit or connecting it lo any other equipment.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION

SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION

If an outside antenna or саЫе system is connected to the equiprryent, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against built up static cKarges

and voltage surges. Section 810 of the National Electrical

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code) provides informatior

vrith respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting

structure, grourxing of the lead-in wire _____

to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding , electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode,

KEEPANTENNACLEAROFHIGHVOLTAGEPOWERLiNESORCIRCU An outside antenna system should bo located well away from

power lines, electric light or power drcuits агк1 where it will rtever come into contact with these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.

_______________USING THE VIDEO UNIT		|

f the unit has been in stor^e or moved to a new location, refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.

1KEEPTHISVIDEOUNITAWAYFROMWATEROR MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.

2IFEQUIPMENTISEXPOSEDTORAIN, MOISTURE.OR STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by a qualified service technician before use.

3DURINQANELECTRICALSTORM

During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4WHENTHEUNITISPLUGGEDIN

•Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.

•Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.

•Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.

5USING ACCESSORIES

Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.

6CLEANING THE UNIT

Unplug the unit. Then, use a dean, diy, chemically untreated doth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cfeaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, adiesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.

SERVICE

1DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF

If, after carefully following the detailed operating instruc­ tions, this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adjust­ ments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a qualified service technician.

2IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED

Make sure the service techniqjan uses only parts spedtied by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety charactenstics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

3HAVETHESERVICETECHNICIAN PERFORMASAFETYCHECK After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to conduct a through safety check as described

in the manufacture's service literature to insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition.

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

Safety Precautions

Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Avertissement: Afin de prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou de chocs électriques, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à une humidité excessive.

Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

A				A
		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 symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient 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 maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

Note to CABLE system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC in USA (and to the Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.

Before Using

Congratulations

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

• Date of Purchase ______________________

Dealer Purchased From

Dealer Address___________

Dealer Phone No._____

Model No. ___________

Serial No. ___________

Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure

Break off the tab to prevent recording.

Record Tab

Accessories

Screw driver

□Remote Control

LSSQ0263 {PV-V4021) LSSQ0264 (PV-V4521)

	Model PV-V4521
			Record/PlaybackTime
	remote shown.
	To order accessories, call toll free	Only use tapes with the IVrt*g| mark in this unit.
	1 -800-332-5368.

Loading the Batteries

□ Battery replacement caution

•Do not mix old and new batteries.

•Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

	Tape Speed	Type of Video Cassette
	Setting	T60	T120	T160
	SP	1 Hour	2 Hours	2 Hours
				40 Minutes
	(Standard Play)
	LP	2 Hours	4 Hours	5 Hours
	(Long Play)			20 Minutes
	SLP	3 Hours	6 Hours	8 Hours
	(SuperLongPlay)

For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : [e-mail]

able of Contents

Important Safeguards and Precautions.............................	2,3
Accessories	4
			O 3
Loading the Batteries..............................................................	4		§ 5
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure..........................................	4		5 "
............................................................Record/Ptayback Time	4		o c
............................................................Location of Controls	6,7
.............................................Connections and Initial Setup	8,9		3 -o
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel....		10,11
....................................................................Playback a Tape	12		A Q>
Record On a Tape	13		Q) (/>
			O
...............................................................Timer Recording	14,15

Multi-Brand Control Feature................................................	16
Advanced Connections (Cable/DSS)...................................	17
MTS Broadcast/ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System....................	18,19
(For model PV-V4521 only)	0) 3
Tape Operation (Search System).....................................	20-22
Special VCR Features......................................................	22,23
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)............................................	24
VCR 8t Cassette Information.................................................	25
On-Screen Displays (OSD)...................................................	26
Before Requesting Service...................................................	27
Service Center List................................................................	28
Warranty.................................................................................	29
Spanish (Español) Quick Use Guide..............................	30,31
Index........................................................................	Back Cover

Location of Controls

Remote control Buttons

Model PV-V4521 remote shown.

EJECT button: Press to eject tape from VCR. If EJECT is pressed during record, VCR will not respond.

Front View of the VCR		Model PV-V4521 VCR shown.
	VCR/TV selector Cassette Compartment		PLAY
POWER			FAST
			FORWARD/
			SEARCH
Video			REWIND/
Input
Connector			SEARCH
Connector '^CHANNEL UP/ DOWN Remote STOP/EJECT
(L/R)	TRACKING/ V-LOCK Sensor

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Multi Function Display

Timer Indicator

Power Indicator

Lights when power is on.

Lights when the VCR is set for a Timer Recording, or when One Touch Recording (OTR) is used. Flashes when a Timer Recording is set, but a tape has not been inserted into the VCR and when a power interruption occurs during Timer Programming.

VCR indicator

Lights when the VCR/TV selector is set to VCR.

Clock/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display

Displays the current time. Briefly displays VCR status when a function button is pressed. Briefly displays the channel number, or “LI” or “L2” when a channel or line input is selected. Briefly displays the recording speed when SPEED is pressed.

Hi-Fi Indicator (For Model PV-V4521 only)

Lights when Hi-Fi audio is monitored in Playback Mode.

Rear View of the VCR

AC Power Plug

Rear View of Model PV-V4021 VCR only.

Connections and Initial Setup

How to Connect

Initial Setup for ANT./Cable - VCR - TV
(J) Connect the Cable from	VCH	IN FROM ANT.
Antenna/Cable to the IN
FROM ANT. terminal on VCR.
0 Connect the OUT TO TV
terminal on the rear of VCR
to the ANT. IN terminal on
TV using the RF Cable	VHF/UHF
(included accessory).

Initial Setup for DSS/Cable Box-VCR-TV

® Connect the OUT Jack on your cable box to the IN FROM ANT. terminal on the VCR with an RF cable.

© Connect the OUT TO TV terminal on the rear of VCR to the ANT. IN terminal on TV using the RF Cable (included accessory).

How to do Initial Setup

Press VCR* for VCR mode. Turn 1 the TV on and set it to channel 3.

2 Turn VCR on.

When VCR is turned on the first time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen appears.

SELECT LANGUAGE

PRESS CH A t ENGLISH

OPRIMIR CH ▼ ; ESPAÑOL

APP. VCR/TV : FRANÇAIS

TO CHANGE VCR' S OUTPUT

CH. PRESS ACTION KEY.

3 Press CHA to select English, or

Press CHV to select Spanish, or

Press VCR/TV key to select French. When one of above keys is pressed, CHANNEUCLOCK AUTO SET screen appears.

VCfl fCLOCK fCHANNEL

«EL/CL0CK .iiUTO SET

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE

AND IF YOU USE A CABLE

BOX. TUNE IT TO YOUR

LOCAL PBS CH THEN, . .

PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY

If screen does not appear, check connection between VCR and TV and, if TV is tuned to channel 3, try switching it to channel 4.

When you want to change the output channel of VCR, please refer to VCR’s Output Channel on page 11.

If wrong language is set, do “Reset All VCR Memory Functions” steps on page 9.

If you use a cable box, turn it on and set it to the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS) channel in your time zone. If you use DSS receiver, it must be turned off.

rWARNING-----------------------------------------------

When using “Nut type" RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.

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Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

Press CHA Key to start Channel/Clock 4 Auto Set operation. Settings are

performed automatically. If the setup is completed, the following screen is displayed.

POWER VCR

VCRATV

r VCR rCLOCtTI SHAKNEL

571372001 SUN 2:20PH|

DST:ON CH 10

: CH UP KEY

If “Auto Clock Set is Incomplete" screen appears, set the clock using

MANUAL CLOCK SET procedure shown below.

rvCR I CLOCK I CHANNEL

PLEASE SET CLOCK BY

PRESSING ACTION KEY

Manual ClockSet

If Auto Clock Set was incomplete, manually set the clock as follows.

1Press ACTION Key on the Remote to display CLOCK Menu screen.

rVCR r CLOCK 1 CHANNEL;|

SELECT MONTH

SELECT:A » SET:

EXIT ..INACTION________

2 Press A T to select the month and ► to set. In the same manner, select and set the date, year, time, and DST (daylight saving time).

liKIliJiIiIUlklHIVCR fCLOC n CHANNET|

SET COMPLETED

SET '.■* ►

START ■ACTION

3 andPressexit.ACTION Key twice to start CLOCK

SSPEEDCD © ©		SELECT/
CO	AOMUTo©	SET
© ©	®o	A iPLAY
O <©^0		T :STOP
-M	Jp	◄ :REW
		► :FF

	oSHo.	ACTION
	Q O O 0
		CH A/T

Model PV-V4521 remote shown.

Reset All VCR Memory Functions

Use when moving VCR to new location, or if a mistake was made in the Initial Setup section.

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

Press and hold both PLAY and CHANNEL A on the VCR for more than 5 seconds.

• The power shuts off.

3 Do “Initial Setup” on page 8.

Reset Language, Channels, Clock,

fVCR I ~CngKl~eHANNEL

1	REPEAT PtAY	:OFF
	REMOTE WARNING :ON
	AUTO SHUT-OFF :ON

tOIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH VCR' S OUTPUT CH :3

SELECT

EXIT : ACT ION

Press ACTION* to display menu.

■ Language

2	1) Press AW to select
	language item.
	v5n”
	REPEAT PLAY		:OFF
	REMOTE WARNING :ON
	VCR'S OUTPUT CH :3
	SELECT:A	T	SET:^
	EXIT :ACTION

2) Press ► repeatedly.

VCR 1 "CLOCK I CHANNEL

REPEAT PLAY OFF

REMOTE WARNING :ON

VCR’S OUTPUT CH ;3

SELECTIA	T	SET:»-
EXIT : ACT I ON

For English

VCR I SECQTI CANgn

IE RETICI ON :INACT

AVISO(CONT.REMOTO) :ACT

■ -■ JATICtLACT

:ANAL DE SALIDA :3

ELEG1R:AY	FUAR;P
SALIR : ACT I ON______________
For Spanish
rMAGNETO:]_; HORD"CANATTI
hEPflISE LEC	LECTURE :NON
MESSAGE O'ERREUR : OUI
CA SORTIE ;3
SEL, :A ▼ REGLER:»
■PmTTER.;ACT I ON .		jj

For French

3) Press ACTION to exit.

■Channels

1) Press ► to select CHANNEL.

AUTO SET

WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY:OFF

SELECT : A T A ►

EXIT : ACTI ON

2)Press AW to select “ANTENNA," then

press ► to set your antenna system (TV or CABLE).

AUTO SET

WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF

SELECT:A	▼	SET:
EXIT : ACT I ON

3) Press AT to select “AUTO SET,” then press ►.

•If you use a cable box, set it to the PBS channel

in your time zone.

rvCH I CLOCK rCHANNEL T

CHAIEL/CLOCK AUTO SET

CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE

AND IF YOU USE A CABLE

BOX, TUNE IT TO YOUR

LOCAL PBS CH THEN. , ,

PLEASE PRESS CH UP KEY

{This screen appears only when auto clock is set.)

4) Press CH A.

•After Channel Auto Set is finished. Clock Auto Set will be performed.

■ Clock

1 ) Press ^ ► to select CLOCK.

VCR [»CLOCK I CHANNEL ■StlTi5Ta;oCKnio SET MANUAL

TIME ZONE ADJUST

SELECT ; A T

EXIT : ACT I ON

2)Press AT to select MANUAL and press ►.

(For Auto Clock Set, select “AUTO CLOCK SET," then press CH A.)

PVCH [ CLOCif] CHANNgn^

FAUTO CLOCK SET		^
I TIME ZONE ADJUST
SELECTIA	T	SET:»

EXIT : ACT I ON_____________

(“TIME ZONE ADJUST appears only when auto clock is set.)

VCR rCL'OCKl CHANNEL

m

3)Press AT and ► to select and set the date, time, and DST (Daylight

Saving Time).

4) Press ACTION twice to start the clock and exit this mode.

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