Panasonic PV-V4522, PV-V4022 Owner’s Manual

Panasonic"

Video Casse_e Recorder

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Operating Instructions (Basic Operations)

For advanced operations, see the separate "Advanced Operations" instruction book.

Models No. PV-V4022/PV-V4522

Table of Contents

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

Before Using ............................................................ 3

Connections and Initial Setup (Ready to Play) ......... 4

Playback / Record on a Tape ................................... 5

Timer Recording ....................................................... 6

Location of Controls ............................................. 7, 8

Spanish (EspaSol) Quick Use Guide ............ 9, 10, 11

Limited Warranty .................................................... 12

AS an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Matsushita Electric Corporation of America has determined that this product or product

model meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy 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.

(Gu/a para rdpida consulta en espaSol esta incluida.)

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT

I INSTALLATION

1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION

Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit or kl this manual. If necessary, have

your Electric Utility Servzce Company or Video

Products Dealer verify the power source in your home

2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG

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.

pOLARrZED PLUG CAUTION: This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you

cannot fully insert the plug, try 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. GROLINDtNG PLUS CAUTION:

This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the

proper outlet. DO not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.

3 POWER CORD

Make sure power cords are routed so that they

are not likely to have anyth _mS rest on them, roll over them, or be _ the wayof 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 cra_ed wire insulation are hazardou_s and shOuld be replaced by a qualified service technician. Overloaded outlets and extet_ion cords are fire hazards and should be avoided.

4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION ROLES

Ventitatior= openlege in the cabinet release heat generated during operation. If they are blocked, heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes. For protection, follow these rides: a. Never cover ventllegon slots or the unit whtle

in use, or operate the unit when placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.

b. Avoid buiftgn installation, such as a book

case or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.

5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR

SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES

Do not place the unit over or near any kind of

heater or radiator, in direct suniight, inside a

closed vehicle, etc.. Co not move the unit suddenly between areas of extrerr_ 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.

6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY

damage to the unit.

• An appliance and cad combination shOuld be moved with care, Quick stops, excessive force,

and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance

and cart combination to overturn.

- Carefully follow all operating instructions and

use the manufacturer's recommended accessories when operating this unit or

connecting it to any other equipment

I OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION ]

1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CASLE CONNECTION

g an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the

equipment, be suns the antenna or cable system is grounded

so as to provide some protection against butit up static charges and voltage surges.

El_tdca4 Code, ANSI/NFPA _ _ 70 in Canada, part 1 of the

Canadldn Electhcal Cocie provides information with I

Section 810 of the Nat icP.al ___=_ ..'_€',

respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unff, size of grounding conduct e_, location of antenna discharge unit,

connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode

2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER

LINES OR CIRCU I'FS An outside antenna system should be local ed well away

from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it will never come into contact with these power sources if it should happen to fall. When inslaiting 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 hazarda involve_, antenna installation should be left to a professional.

If the unit has been in storage or mOved to a new Iocaticn, refer

first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards. 1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR

MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.

2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR

STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by a qualif_d se_'ic_ t_hniclan before use=

3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM

During a lightning storm, whether indoom or outdoors, or before leaving the unit unused for exte_'lded periods of time,

dis4;orN_eet all'equipment from the power source as well as the antenna and cable system.

4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN

• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit.

Immedletefy unplug the unit and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result rein

electrical shorts caused by liquid contact irmlde,

• 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 eieclrieal interference, Keep all

magnets away from electronic equipment,

5 USING ACCESSORIES

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

E CLEANING THE UNIT

Unplug the unit, Then, usa a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cteantng fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-

spray, or seep into the 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 affe:t internal parts.

I SERWCE I

1 DO NOT SERVICE TUIS PRODUCT YOURSELF

If* alter carefully following the detailed operating instructions,

this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any adlust ments not

deschbed in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a

quaitfied service technician.

2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUtRED

Make sure the service technlc_an USeS only pads specdicd

by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety characteristics as the original parts. The use of unaut hodzl_l

substitutes may result in,ire, electric shock, or other hazards.

3 }'lAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY

CHECK Alter any service or repairs to the unit. request the se_ice

technician to conduct a thorough safety check as described in the manufacture's service literature to ensure that the

USING THE VIDEO UNIT I

Safety Precautions video unit is in safe operating condition.

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

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Avertissement: Afin de prdvenir tout risque d'incendie ou de chocs _lectriques, nepas

Attention: Pour _viter lee chocs electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche

moisture.

exposer cat appareil b la pluie ou b une humidite excessive.

danE la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated

voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause eJectrie 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.

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the

user's authority to operate,

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Congratulations

on your new purchase! With proper use, this Old or damaged tapes may clog heads. dependable product will provide years of

enjoyment. Please fill in the information below. Video Head Clog Sensor

• Date of Purchase To remove screen, press _e_ c_.._

• Dealer Purchased From PLAY. c_,.G c_._=

(Serial number is on tag on back of VCR.) Screen-right appears dudng _o _

• Dealer Address • Use "dry" type head

• Dealer Phone No. cleaning cassette only.

• Model NO.

• Sedal No.

[] Remote Control [] Batteries 2 "AA"

LSSQ0263 (PV-V4022) LSSQO264 (PV-V4522)

Cable VJAS0196

[] RF Coaxial

Model PV-V4522 remote shown.

To order accessories, call toll free 1-800-332-5368.

[] Battery replacement caution

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.

I _1 I[t,.},tid i I |!_[_ H [ i i_ri] i_l IIi i.: i D].;]I il i_. k-i i i i[;

Break off the tab to

To record again

prevent recording.

Record Tab

Screw driver

Only use tapes with the _ mark in this unit.

Tape Speed Type of Video Cassette

Setting T60 T120 T160

SP 2 Hours

(Standard Play) 1 Hour 2 HOURS 40 Minuta_

LP 5 Hours

(Long Play) 2 Hours 4 Hours 20 Minute_

SLP

(Super Long Play', 3 Hours 6 Hours 8 Hours

Cover the hole

with cellophane tape.

play if clogging is detected, v_cEo_ ,=_

(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)

• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.

Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.

[_]F_ttIr_]il ,"F_rLH;1

Use soft, dry cloth or dusting attachment of a

vacuum to remove dust from all cabinet vent

holes. You may moisten cloth with nonabrasive. , • _,

antistatic cleaner/polisher.

Caution: : _' Alcohol and vadous solvents could damage : _"

finish.

Power Source: 120 V AC, 60 Hz , • "

Approx. 18 W (PV-V4022) Approx. 23 W (PV-V4522) =_

Poweroff =-

Approx. 2.5 W (PV-V4022) _!, _"_

Video Signal: EIA Standard NTSC color I_ Video Recording 4 rotary heads helical

System: scanning system _" Audio Track: 1 track (Normal) : :

Tuner: ::: • Broadcast Channels: VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 - 69

CABLE Channels: MJdband A - I (14 ~ 22)

Operating Temperature: 5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F - 104 °F)

Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 % Weight: 2.5 kg (6.0 Ibs). "=

Dimensions: 360 (_/) x 93 (H) x 242 (D) mm

Note: Designs and specifications are subject

to change without notice. _._

Dioital Auto Picture • Automatically controls the video output signal for

less noise depending on the tape condition. Diaital Auto Trackina

Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for €_ optimum picture quality.

Manual Trackina Control I_ /to reduce picture noiset "-e

Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to I_ reduce picture noise.

Press CH (TRACKING) 31J_Fon the remote

control or on the VCR until the picture clears up. To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off,

then on again a few seconds later, m

V-Lock Control fto reduce Dleture iittert

In Still mode, CH (TRACKING) _ operate as a

V-Lock control.. _. ,

Approx. 3.0 W (PV-V4522)

2 channel _°

(Hi-Fi Audio Sound PV-V4522) :

Superband J - W (23 - 36) < Hyperband AA - EEE

(37 - 64)

Lowband A-5 ~ A-t (95 - 99) I.-.] Special CABLE channel 5A

(01) Ultraband 65 - 94, 100 - 125

14-3/16" (W) x 3-11/16" (H) x •

9-9/16" (D) inch

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Please make all cable or antenna connections before plugging Into the AC

outlet.

Pluggingthe VCR PowerCordIntoan AC walloutletstarts autochanneland clockset.

For ANT./Cable --- VCR -_ TV

VCR IN FROM ANT

(_ Connect cable from Tv

Antenna/Cable to VCR's IN _ ,,,ro_

FROM ANT. jack. _ '_,BLE

_) Connect VCR's OUT TO TV _. ooTTow

jack to TV's ANT. IN jack with included RF Cable

VHF/UHF

accessory.

For DSS/Cable Box -,- VCR -_ TV

(I)Connect your cable box's

OUT jack to the VCR's IN

TV VC R IN FROM ANT. CaL4_ TV

Com_t_r 15ox

FROM ANT. jack with an RF

cable.

(_ Connect VCR's OUT TO TV

jack to TV's ANT. IN jack

with included RF Cable accessory.

1Turn TV on and tune to channel 3.

2 Plug VCR Power Cord Into AC wall

outlet. VCR comes on and auto channel and clock set starts.

• ff screen below does not appear, check

VCR - TV connection and, if TV is tuned to channel 3. try switching it to channel 4.

• To change VCR's output channel,

please refer to "VCR's Output Channel" in Advanced Operations book (p. 12).

3Settings are made automatically.

When setup is done, this screen

appears.

If "AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE" appears, manually set clock.

See below.

VC_VCR CLO(_K CHANNEL

] Plugging the AC Power Plug into an AC outlet I

!_h'1";I1_1[eJlI_'4R_Jil

If Auto Clock Set was incomplete.

1 Press ACTION* on remote to display

CLOCK menu.

_ CANCEL :STOP

AUTO CLOCK SET

P_ _EEDING

STOP

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.

WARNING Over tightening "Nut type* RF coaxial cables I _ Press ACTION to start clock and exit.

may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.

2 Press • • to select the month and I_

to set. In the same manner, select and

set the date, year, time, and DST (daylight saving time).

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1 Insert a tape. x_

• Loose or peelln labels

may cause _am.

2 Press PLAY to play tape.

• If tape has no rec. tab (p. 3), auto play begins.

I Special Features During Play I 3

• Forward/Reverse Scene Search

Press FF or nEW.

_- Press PLAY to release. 4

After search has begun, each additional press of FF or nEW changes speed as

shown below. [SLP] : Approx. 21X *_ Approx. 9X

[LP] : Approx. 9X *-* Approx. 7X [SP] : Approx. 7X <_ Approx. 3X 5

If at 21X, 9X, or 7X speed the picture is interrupted, change speed to 9X, 7X, or 3X.

• Picture interrupt;onmay occur with some TVs.

• FF and nEW search speed may vary depending on current tape position.

• Still (Freeze) Picture

---- Press PAUSE/SLOW.

_- Press PLAY to release.

• Frame by Frame Picture

Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.

_.- Press PLAY to release.

• Slow Motion Picture

Hold down PAUSE/SLOW inStillmode.

-_ Press PLAY to release.

• These features work best in SP or SLP mode.

• The sound will be muted.

• To reduce picture noise, see "Manual Tracking Control" on p. 3.

• After VCR is in Still or Slow mode 3 minutes, it

auto switches to Stop mode to protect the tape and the video heads.

1Insert a tape with a record tab (p. 3). __o_;

2 Press CH AV or NUMBER keys

to select the channel. .;;._: =,_

• For "LINE" input, see p. 9 of =Advanced _-__ ___

Operations" book.

• If channel over 100, first press 100 key _=_ then the other 2 digits. :-_-:__/_-_

Press SPEED = ; to select record speed (p. 3), ---'_

Press REC

to start recording.

• To edit. press PAUSE/SLOW to pause,

and again to resume recording.

Press STOP to stop recording.

• OneTouch Recording

(record in progress) Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:

30 min. _- 1 hr. -_ 1:30 -_- 2:00 _- 3:00 ÷._.-_I=_._

-_- 4:00 _'- exit. - _ I:I:_

The VCR shuts off at the length set. _'-_; _=!

• Record one station, watch another : "

Press VCP./rv ("VCR" goes out on Mulfi Function Display), ___-_

select channelsat'IV (recordingcontinues). _

• Select channels atVCR (in STOP or

PAUSE mode) Press vcRrrv

("VCR" lights up on Multi Function Display),

--_ select channels at VCR.

• Watching one channel and reGording _ :- ,.< another is not possible when using Cable __ _,_

Box or DSS Receiver. ___ _.

• After 5 minutes in Pause mode, VCR stops _- :

to protect the tape and the video heads .... e-

3 Press STOP to stop tape.

• Press nEW or FF in Stop mode to

Rewind or Fast Forward tape.

• Press EJECT on remote,

or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.

This video recorder, equipped with

HQ (High Quality) system, is compatible with existing VHS

equipment. Only use tapes with the

mark. Only tapes tested and

inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8

hour machines are recommended.

Auto Operation Functions

• Auto Play

Insert a tape _'- Power comes on -_ Play starts if no record tab (see p. 3).

• Auto Rewind

Play 3

Fast Forward "- Tape end -_ Rewind

• Play Auto Eject (Repeat Play must be off) Play _- Tape end -_ Rewind -_ Tape ejects if no record tab

*Important:

If a remote control button does not work when pressed, ._.

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again. - _,

1 1) Press PROG*.

2) Press • to display program screen.

1) Set record DATE,

press AV to select:

1-31= one time, or DAILY= MON~ FRI, or WEEKLY= same time

each week and press •.

2) Set remaining items,

press A.• to select and press • to set START/STOP times,

CH(channel) or LINE input (p. 3), and tape speed (p. 3).

Press PROG to end programming.

Press &v to select and

:_ :::: :z__- :: :: press I_ to set an unused program._E,_c_,_,o_,_ Then repeat step 2.

....... Or, press PROG to exit.

To Enter More Programs

Examole

Today

L 8--9...-....31-- 1 -- 2,..... 6

7 SELECTA I • S_dectionOrder DALLY

LwEE+

(SAT) ...... (MON) (SUN)

4 Press POWER off to set the timer. ("TIMER" lights on Multi Function Display.)

I p,l :.MI [_Td_ =p,J 11 p. I t_ kll • I ILll'] _ ;I l[ll+ IIP;.I I I

(Recording is not in progress)

a 1) Press PROG.

2) Press ,<11_to select LIST.

b Press AV to select

desired program.

limP,::.+%,o++

_ ¢_:mL :ACOlC_T

SEU_CT • • SEI ..

mXlT : PmO_

C To Replace program...

,+-,,_ _ 1) Press • to display.

2) Repeat Step 2 (above) to set new

.... programs.

To Clear program...

/_,_ _ Press ADD/DLT.

gu _ _ mo_ kl Lp_

C_L :ADDICT i

L.........

i _LE¢ _r :A • SE_

dPress PROG to end the program.

|Ipl I 1_.I'..IIt_l I Ii I[_ II ;'[:;•[e) (_+II l[_ i

(Recording is in progress)

Press POWER and then STOP within 10 seconds to cancel the Timer Recording.

(The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi Function Display.)

• If you are using a Cable Box, VCR Timer Programming Channel (Step 2 above) must be set to the Cable Box output channel and your Cable Box must be manually set to the desired channel The Cable Box must be left on.

• If a power interruption occurs while programming the timer, the timer program(s) may be canceled. If "TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION" appears

on-screen, please reenter the timer programs.

Important notes when using DSS receiver

• When recording programs via DSS receiver, DSS receiver must be left on.

• When recording programs via an antenna or cable, DSS receiver must be turned off.

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VCR (mode)-- (Enables VCR functions)

POWER (Turns VCR off/on)

VCH/TV (ForTV or VCRmode)

INPUT (For LINE or channel)

SPEED -- (Changes tape speed)

EJECT J (Ejects tape)

COMMERCIAL SKIP/ ZERO SEARCH

(Stads_ SXlP/Zao Sear_t ACTION.

(Displays menu) RECORD

(Records a program,etc.) TAPE POSITION _

(Locates tape position)

COUNTER RESET

(Resets counterto zero) SAP/HI-R J

For Model PV-V4522 only) Selects audio mode for play

or record)

VOLUME +/-_ (Adjusts TV volume)

TV (mode)

-- -DISPLAY

(_ (_) (_) / (Adds or deletes a channel)

-OQOQ

_=cr _ SEARCH/ENTER

Fast forwards tape/forward visual

0 0 search)

__ _PLAY (Plays a tape)/

- , PLAY, STOP, REW, and FF I

_ .___ _ . operation

/ \

Fp-LAi•<1 I

(Display

(Enables TV functions)

(Selects c

ADD/DELETE

FAST FORWARD/SEARCH

REWIND/SEARCH

(Rewinds tape/reverse visual

STOP (Stops tape)

• Remote keys --_

Y, SG

function

function as AV_ II, J operation keys when menu.s J

are displayed.

search)

-PROORAM

/ _ _. _PAUSE/SLOW

_\ (Displays still,frame byframe,

) \ or slow motionpicture)

i _C_HANNEL • / •

_" TRACKING/V-LOCK

(Selects channeV reduces

picture noise duringPlay and

Slow mode)

EJECT button: Pressto ejecttape. EJECT is not availableduring record.

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Model PV-V4522 VCR shown.

Cassette Compartment

POWER

Video

Input Co_lector r:- _-_ /

Audio Input_ / Connector CHANNEL A/•

(L/R) TRACKING/V-LOCK

Remote RECORD REWIND/ Sensor SEARCH

STOP/EJECT

_-- PLAY

FAST FORWARD/

*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,

press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.

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Power Indicator Lightsupwhen power is on.

Timer Indicator

Lights up 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.

oL!

v_ -_ VCR Indloator m-_| Lights up when the

VCR/TV selector is

Clock/Status/Channel/Speed Display Displays the current hme. Briefly displays VCR status when a function button is pressed. Bdefly displays the channel number, or =LI" or "L2"

when a channel or line input is selected.

Bdefly displays the recording speed when SPEED is

pressed.

AC Power Plug While plugged into an AC outlet, the

VCR consumes 3.0 W (PV-V4522) [2.5 W (PV-V4022)] of electrical power in off condition.

Video Input Connector

Rear View of Model PV-V4522 VCR only.

Video Output _ A_ll_p_

Connector Connector (L/R)

Audio Input Connector

(L/R)

set to VCR.

Hi-FI Indicator (For Model PV-V4522 only)

Ughts up when Hi-Fi audio is monitored in Playback Mode.

VHF/UHF Antenna InputTerminal

_,_ VHFiUHF Antenna

_ Output Terminal

u_,cN_t

Audio Input_°_Audlo Output Connector _w_ _j Connector

system

This reminder is provided to call the CABLE system iostaller'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

I Note to CABLE installer:

ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

_uoJo i_

Rear View of Model PV-V4022 VCR only.

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