Panasonic PV-V4022 Operating Instructions page 2

Before Using
Important Safeguards and Precautions
Congratulations
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
on your new purchase! With proper use, this
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING 1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION dependable product will provide years of
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
so as to provide some protection against built up static (Serial number is on tag on back of VCR.)
charges and voltage surges.
INSTALLATION
Section 810 of the National NEC - NATIONAL • Date of Purchase
ELECTRICAL CODE
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA ANTENNA
WIRE LEAD IN
Operate only from a power source indicated on
70 (in Canada, part 1 of the GROUND • Dealer Purchased From
CLAMP
the unit or in this manual. If necessary, have
Canadian Electrical Code) ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT • Dealer Address
your Electric Utility Service Company or Video provides information with (NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
Products Dealer verify the power source in your SERVICE GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
respect to proper grounding EQUIPMENT (NEC SECTION 810-21)
• Dealer Phone No.
home. GROUND CLAMPS
of the mast and supporting
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG structure, grounding of the ELECTRODE SYSTEM POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
(NEC ART 250, PART H) • Model No.
As a safety feature, this Video product comes lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
with either a polarized power cord plug (one of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
• Serial No.
blade is wider than the other), or a three-wire connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the
grounding type plug. grounding electrode.
Accessories
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION: 2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you LINES OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well away
cannot fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still Remote Control
will not fit, have an electrician install the proper wall from power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it
LSSQ0263 (PV-V4022)
outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering will never come into contact with these power sources if it
should happen to fall. When installing an outside antenna,
with the plug. LSSQ0264 (PV-V4522)
extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal.
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding
Because of the hazards involved, antenna installation should POWER DISPLAY
VCR TV
outlet. If necessary, have an electrician install the
be left to a professional. VCR/TV
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by 1 2 3
INPUT
tampering with the plug. USING THE VIDEO UNIT 4 5 6
SPEED
7 8 9
3 POWER CORD If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location, refer
EJECT ADD/DLT
first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards. 100 0
Make sure power cords are routed so that they
CM/ZERO SEARCH
are not likely to have anything rest on them, roll 1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
PLAY
over them, or be in the way of walking traffic. MOISTURE OF ANY KIND. REW FF
SELECT
If an extension cord is used, make sure it also 2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR ACTION STOP PROG
has either a polarized or grounded plug and that TAPE RESET
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by REC POSITION COUNTER PAUSE/SLOW
the cords can be securely connected. Frayed a qualified service technician before use.
cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked 3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
SAP/Hi-Fi VOL CH
wire insulation are hazardous and should be
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or TRACKING
replaced by a qualified service technician.
before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time,
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire
disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as Model PV-V4522
hazards and should be avoided.
the antenna and cable system.
remote shown.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT
generated during operation. If they are blocked, OPERATE if liquid has been spilled into the unit. To order accessories, call toll free
heat build-up inside the unit can cause failures
Immediately unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a 1-800-332-5368.
that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage
service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from
to cassettes. For protection, follow these rules:
electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while Loading the Batteries
• Never drop or push any object through openings in the
in use, or operate the unit when placed on a
unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and
bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book
• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
case or rack, unless proper ventilation is as this may cause electrical interference. Keep all
provided.
magnets away from electronic equipment.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR 5 USING ACCESSORIES
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
heater or radiator, in direct sunlight, inside a
6 CLEANING THE UNIT
closed vehicle, etc.. Do not move the unit
Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically
suddenly between areas of extreme temperature
untreated cloth to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT
variation. If the unit is suddenly moved from a
USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-
cold place to a warm place, moisture may
spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrical shock. Any
condense in the unit and on the tape.
substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
cabinet surface. Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas
• Do not place unsecured
may adversely affect internal parts.
equipment on a sloping
surface. SERVICE
• Do not place this unit on any
1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
support that is not firm, level,
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions,
and adequately strong. The this Video product does not operate properly, do not attempt
unit could fall causing serious
to open or remove covers, or make any adjustments not
Battery replacement caution
injury to a child or adult and described in the manual. Unplug the unit and contact a
damage to the unit. qualified service technician. • Do not mix old and new batteries.
• An appliance and cart combination should be
2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED • Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
by the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
and cart combination to overturn. Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
characteristics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized
• Carefully follow all operating instructions and
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other
use the manufacturer's recommended
hazards.
Break off the tab to
accessories when operating this unit or
3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY
connecting it to any other equipment. prevent recording.
CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as described
in the manufacture's service literature to ensure that the
Safety Precautions
video unit is in safe operating condition.
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or
moisture.
Record Tab
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.
Screw driver
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. Record/Playback Time
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
Only use tapes with the
CAUTION voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore,
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN it is dangerous to make any kind of contact Tape Speed
with any inside part of this unit.
Setting
This symbol alerts the user that important
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, SP
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) literature concerning the operation and 1 Hour
(Standard Play)
maintenance of this unit has been included.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL LP
to avoid any problems. 2 Hours 4 Hours
(Long Play)
SLP
3 Hours 6 Hours
FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the
(Super Long Play)
user's authority to operate.
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V4022-4522 Basic-2 (02-5-9) 2nd.p65 3
LSQT0507B(Basic Operations) - Back
Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play)
Please make all cable or antenna connections before plugging into the AC
Head Cleaning
outlet.
Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.
Plugging the VCR Power Cord into an AC wall outlet starts auto channel and clock set.
Video Head Clog Sensor
Connecting
Screen-right appears during
play if clogging is detected. For ANT./Cable ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ VCR ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ TV
V I DEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEAN I NG
To remove screen, press
PLEASE I NSERT HEAD
PLAY. CLEAN I NG CASSETTE 1
OR REFER TO MANUAL Connect cable from
• Use "dry" type head Antenna/Cable to VCR's IN
END : PLAY
cleaning cassette only.
FROM ANT. jack.
(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)
• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.
2 Connect VCR's OUT TO TV
Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.
jack to TV's ANT. IN jack
with included RF Cable
Cleaning the VCR
accessory.
Batteries 2 "AA"
Use soft, dry cloth or dusting attachment of a
vacuum to remove dust from all cabinet vent For DSS/Cable Box ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ VCR ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ TV
holes. You may moisten cloth with nonabrasive,
antistatic cleaner/ polisher. 1 Connect your cable box's
Caution:
OUT jack to the VCR's IN
Alcohol and various solvents could damage
RF Coaxial
finish. FROM ANT. jack with an RF
Cable
cable.
VJAS0196
2 Connect VCR's OUT TO TV
Specifications
jack to TV's ANT. IN jack
Power Source: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
with included RF Cable
Power Consumption: Power On
Approx. 18 W (PV-V4022) accessory.
Approx. 23 W (PV-V4522)
Power Off
Approx. 2.5 W (PV-V4022)
Initial Setup (Ready to Play)
Approx. 3.0 W (PV-V4522)
Video Signal: EIA Standard NTSC color
1
Turn TV on and tune to channel 3.
Video Recording 4 rotary heads helical
System: scanning system
2
Audio Track: 1 track (Normal)
Plug VCR Power Cord into AC wall
2 channel
outlet. VCR comes on and auto
(Hi-Fi Audio Sound PV-V4522)
channel and clock set starts.
Tuner:
Broadcast Channels: VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69
• If screen below does not appear, check
CABLE Channels: Midband A ~ I (14 ~ 22)
VCR - TV connection and, if TV is
Superband J ~ W (23 ~ 36)
tuned to channel 3, try switching it to
Hyperband AA ~ EEE
channel 4.
(37 ~ 64)
Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99) • To change VCR's output channel,
Special CABLE channel 5A
please refer to "VCR's Output Channel"
(01)
in Advanced Operations book (p. 12).
Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125
Operating
Temperature: 5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 %
Weight: 2.5 kg (6.0 lbs).
Dimensions: 360 (W) x 93 (H) x 242 (D) mm
14-3/16" (W) x 3-11/16" (H) x
9-9/16" (D) inch
Note: Designs and specifications are subject
to change without notice.
Plugging the AC Power Plug into an AC outlet
To record again
Features for a Quality Picture
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
Digital Auto Picture
Automatically controls the video output signal for
less noise depending on the tape condition.
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
Digital Auto Tracking
CANCEL : STOP
Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for
Cover the hole
optimum picture quality.
with cellophane
Manual Tracking Control
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
tape.
(to reduce picture noise)
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to AUTO CLOCK SET
reduce picture noise. PROCEEDING
Press CH (TRACKING) / on the remote
mark in this unit. control or on the VCR until the picture clears up.
CANCEL : STOP
To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off,
Type of Video Cassette
then on again a few seconds later.
If you use a cable box, turn it on and set it
T60 T120 T160
to the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS)
channel in your time zone. If you use a
2 Hours
2 Hours
40 Minutes DSS receiver, it must be turned off.
5 Hours
20 Minutes
V-Lock Control (to reduce picture jitter) WARNING
In Still mode, CH (TRACKING) / operate as a Over tightening "Nut type" RF coaxial cables
8 Hours
V-Lock control. may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.
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Playback / Record on a Tape
Playback a Tape Record on a Tape
1
1
Insert a tape . Insert a tape with a record tab (p. 3).
• Loose or peeling labels
2
may cause tape jam.
Press CH
to select the channel.
• For "LINE" input, see p. 9 of "Advanced
2
VCR IN FROM ANT.
Press PLAY to play tape. Operations" book.
TV
• If tape has no rec. tab (p. 3), auto play begins. • If recording from a channel over 100, first
1
IN from
press 100 key then the other 2 digits.
ANT./CABLE
Special Features During Play
3
Press SPEED
OUT TO TV Forward/Reverse Scene Search
to select record speed (p. 3).
➛ Press FF or REW.
2
➛ Press PLAY to release.
4
VHF/UHF
Press REC
After search has begun, each additional
to start recording.
press of FF or REW changes speed as
• To edit, press PAUSE/SLOW to pause,
shown below.
and again to resume recording.
↔
[SLP] : Approx. 21X Approx. 9X
↔
[LP] : Approx. 9X Approx. 7X
↔ 5
[SP] : Approx. 7X Approx. 3X
Press STOP to stop recording.
TV VCR IN FROM ANT. Cable TV
If at 21X, 9X, or 7X speed the picture is
Converter Box
interrupted, change speed to 9X, 7X, or 3X.
One Touch Recording
(record in progress)
Notes
IN from
Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:
ANT./CABLE
OUT TO TV 1 • Picture interruption may occur with some TVs. ➛
30 min. 1 hr.
• FF and REW search speed may vary
➛ ➛
4:00 exit.
2
depending on current tape position.
VHF/UHF
The VCR shuts off at the length set.
Still (Freeze) Picture
Record one station, watch another
➛ Press PAUSE/SLOW.
Press VCR/TV
➛ Press PLAY to release.
("VCR" goes out on Multi Function Display),
➛
select channels on TV (recording continues).
Frame by Frame Picture
➛ Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode. Select channels on VCR (in STOP or
3
Settings are made automatically. ➛ Press PLAY to release. PAUSE mode)
When setup is done, this screen
Press VCR/TV
appears. Slow Motion Picture ("VCR" lights up on Multi Function Display),
➛ Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode. ➛
select channels on VCR.
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL ➛ Press PLAY to release.
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Notes
DST : ON
Notes
SETT I NG : CH 10
• Watching one channel and recording
AUTO CLOCK SET • These features work best in SP or SLP mode. another is not possible when using Cable
COMPLETED
• The sound will be muted. Box or DSS Receiver.
• To reduce picture noise, see "Manual • After 5 minutes in Pause mode, VCR stops
Tracking Control" on p. 3.
If "AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE" to protect the tape and the video heads.
• After VCR is in Still or Slow mode 3 minutes, it
appears, manually set clock.
auto switches to Stop mode to protect the tape
See below.
and the video heads.
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET IS 3
INCOMPLETE Press STOP to stop tape.
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
Press REW or FF in Stop mode to
PRESSING ACTION KEY
Rewind or Fast Forward tape.
Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.
This video recorder, equipped with
Manual Clock Set
HQ (High Quality) system, is
compatible with existing VHS
If Auto Clock Set was incomplete.
equipment. Only use tapes with the
1
Press ACTION* on remote to display mark. Only tapes tested and
inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8
CLOCK menu.
hour machines are recommended.
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
1 / / :
Auto Operation Functions
DST:ON
SELECT MONTH
Auto Play
SELECT : SET :
➛ ➛
EXIT : ACT I ON Insert a tape Power comes on Play starts if there is no record tab (see p. 3).
2
Auto Rewind
Press to select the month and
Play
to set. In the same manner, select and ➛ ➛
Tape end Rewind
Fast Forward
set the date, year, time, and DST
(Daylight Saving Time). Play Auto Eject
(Repeat Play must be off)
➛ ➛ ➛
VCR CLOCK CHANNEL
Play Tape end Rewind Tape ejects if there is no record tab
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DST:ON
SET COMPLETED
SET :
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
START : ACT I ON
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
3
Press ACTION to start clock and exit.
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Timer Recording
Timer Recording
1
1) Press PROG*.
2) Press to display program screen.
or NUMBER keys
Example
2
1) Set record DATE,
TIMER PROG. LIST
DATE START STOP CH Today
13 SAT --:-- --:-- -- press to select:
TODAY 1~31= one time,
SLP
8 9 31 1
SELECT START DATE
or DAILY= MON~ FRI,
SELECT : SET:
END : PROG or WEEKLY= same time SELECT / Selection Order
7
each week and press .
WEEKLY WEEKLY
2) Set remaining items, (SAT)
(MON)
press to select and
press to set START/ STOP times, CH(channel) or
LINE input (p. 9 of Advanced Operations book), and
tape speed (p. 3).
Press PROG to end programming.
3
To Enter More Programs
TIMER PROG. L I ST
DT START STOP CH SPD
Press to select and
13 2 : 00 P 3 : 20P 02 SLP
-- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
-- -- : -- -- : -- -- -- press to set an unused program.
-- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
Then repeat step 2.
CANCEL : ADD / DLT
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : PROG Or, press PROG to exit.
➛ ➛ ➛
1:30 2:00 3:00
4
Press POWER off to set the timer recording. ("TIMER" lights on Multi Function Display.)
Review, Replace, or Clear Program Cancel a Timer Recording
(Recording is not in progress) (Recording is in progress)
a
1) Press PROG. Press POWER and then STOP within 10
seconds to cancel the Timer Recording.
2) Press to select LIST.
(The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi
b Press to select
TIMER PROG. L I ST
Function Display.)
DT START STOP CH SPD desired program.
7 9 : 00A 12 12 : 00A 08 SP
8 10 : 00P 12 : 00P 02 SP
10 8 : 00P 9 : 00P 10 SP
SU 9 : 00P 10 : 00P L1 LP
CANCEL : ADD / DLT
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : PROG
c
To Replace program...
1) Press to display.
TIMER PROG. LIST
DATE START STOP
CH
7 SUN 9:00A 12:00A 08
2) Repeat Step 2
TODAY
(above) to set new
SP
SELECT START DATE
programs.
SELECT : SET:
END : PROG
or
To Clear program...
TIMER PROG. L I ST Press ADD/DLT.
DT START STOP CH SPD
-- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
8 10 : 00P 12 : 00P 02 SP
10 8 : 00P 9 : 00P 10 SP
SU 9 : 00P 10 : 00P L1 LP
CANCEL : ADD / DLT
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : PROG
d
Press PROG to end the programming.
Notes
• 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 re-enter 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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Location of Controls
Remote Control Buttons
VCR (mode) TV (mode)
(Enables VCR functions) (Enables TV functions)
POWER DISPLAY
POWER DISPLAY
(Turns VCR off/on) VCR TV
(Displays VCR status)
VCR/TV
VCR/TV 1 2 3 NUMBER Keys
2 6
(For TV or VCR mode) (Selects channel directly)
INPUT
DAILY
INPUT 4 5 6
ADD/DELETE
(For LINE or channel) SPEED (Adds or deletes a channel)
WEEKLY
7 8 9
(SUN) SPEED
SEARCH/ ENTER
(Changes tape speed) EJECT ADD/DLT
(Set search system /Tunes TV channel)
0
100
EJECT
PLAY (Plays a tape)/
CM/ZERO SEARCH
(Ejects tape)
FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
PLAY
(Fast forwards tape/ forward visual
COMMERCIAL SKIP/
ZERO SEARCH search)
REW FF
Starts COMMERCIAL SKIP/ Zero Search SELECT REWIND/SEARCH
( )
(Rewinds tape/ reverse visual
ACTION PROG
ACTION STOP
search)
(Displays menu)
STOP (Stops tape)
TAPE RESET
REC POSITION COUNTER PAUSE/SLOW
RECORD Remote keys
(Records a program, etc.)
PLAY, STOP, REW, and FF
function as
TAPE POSITION
operation keys when menus
(Locates tape position)
SAP/Hi-Fi VOL CH
are displayed.
COUNTER RESET
TRACKING
(Resets counter to zero)
SAP/Hi-Fi PROGRAM
(For Model PV-V4522 only) (Displays Timer Program screen)
(Selects audio mode for play
PAUSE/SLOW
or record)
(Displays still, frame by frame,
or slow motion picture)
VOLUME +/-
CHANNEL /
(Adjusts TV volume)
TRACKING/ V-LOCK
(Selects channel/ reduces
picture noise during Play and
Slow mode)
EJECT button:
Press to eject tape. EJECT is not available during recording.
Front View of the VCR
Model PV-V4522 VCR shown.
Cassette Compartment
STOP/EJECT
POWER
PLAY
Video
Input
Connector
Audio Input
CHANNEL / Remote REWIND/
Connector RECORD FAST
TRACKING/ V-LOCK Sensor SEARCH FORWARD/
(L/R)
SEARCH
*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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