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Before connecting the device, operating it or adjusting settings please read these
operating instructions completely; especially the safety precautions on pages 2-3.
Video Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
NV-MV21EB/EBL
(Model suffix: 'EB' for UK model, 'EBL' for Ireland model)
Contents Page
2
Included Accessories 4
Front Panel VCR 5
Rear Panel VCR 5
Remote control functions 6-7
Connecting with RF cable 8
VCR Auto Setup with RF cable
Connecting with 21-pin Scart cable 10
VCR Auto Setup with 21-pin Scart cable
Connecting to Satellite Receiver, Set Top Box 12
Checking the Settings after Auto Setup 13
Removing Interference / Changing RF-output channel 14
Menu System 15
Playback 16
Tracking control 17
General convenient functions / Tape Care 18-19
Recording 20-26
Instant recording 20
Timer recording 21-22
Recording with INTELLIGENT TIMER 23
Recording with VIDEO Plus+ 24-25
Recording with external recording controls 26
Manual Functions 27-32
Manual Tuning 27
Changing the name of TV stations 28
Changing the order of TV stations or deleting a station 28
Creating a new station table 29
Shipping condition/factory defaults 29
Others Menu 30
Owner ID 31
Clock setting 32
Before requesting service 33
Specifications 35
Index last page
Important Safety Warnings
CAUTION! 3
Care and Maintenance
Panasonic Sales and Support Information 34
CH
2
Important Safety Warnings
!The moulded three pin mains plug is supplied for your safety
and convenience and must NOT be cut off.
!A 5 amp fuse is fitted in the mains plug. If the fuse has to be
replaced, it must be of the same rating and approved by ASTA
or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI
mark on the body of the fuse.
!To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
engineer only.
!Do not insert metal object into the
slots or openings of the unit.
!This unit is not disconnected from a.c.
mains while it remains connected to a
live mains outlet, even if it has been
turned off.
1.Open the fuse
cover with a
screwdriver.
Fuse cover
Fuse
(5 ampere)
2.Replace the
fuse and close
or attach the
fuse cover.
To replace the fuse, open the fuse compartment with a screw-
driver as shown and replace the fuse and the cover securely.
!WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock or product damage, do not expose this
apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
on the apparatus.
!The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler
shall remain readily operable.
!This unit is intended for use in moderate
climates.
Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (private households)
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents
means that used electrical and electronic products should not be
mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment,
recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated
collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to
your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment
which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please
contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated
collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact
your dealer or supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this
product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
-If you see this symbol-
3
Caution
!Avoid exposing the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources.
!Avoid sudden change in temperature or humidity, dew or condensation may
form, causing malfunction.
!Dispose of batteries in accordance with the instructions given in this book.
!Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs
or other published or broadcast materials may infringe copyright laws.
!This unit is designed for indoor use only.
!Place the unit on a flat, stable surface. Do not place heavy object on top of the unit.
!Do not use in area with strong magnetic fields, e.g. near transmitting antenna.
Care and Maintenance
!The cabinet can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, disconnect from mains before
cleaning. Do not use detergent or solution containing benzol or petroleum.
!Video heads clogging can occur with use, when this happens picture and sound
will become distorted during playback. Purchase a head cleaning tape or consult
your dealer. Note that video head cleaning is not covered by the warranty.
!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.
!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.
!Do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, and similar items.
!Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.
!Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner.
4
Included Accessories
Check that you have
the accessories and
items shown
Quick Start Guide
RQCAD0015
AC Mains Lead
RJA0044-3C
RF cable
Batteries for the
Remote Control
R6 size
Operating Instructions
RQTD0104-B
Guarantee Card
A
ccessories
Included
Remote control
N2QAJB000089
K2KF2BA00001, VJA0728-A
or K1TWACC00001
Inserting batteries into the remote control unit:
The batteries last for about a year, depending on how often you use the RC unit.
!Do not mix old with new batteries or batteries of different types.
!Only use batteries without any harmful substances (such as lead, cadmium, mercury).
!Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
!Remove the batteries if the remote control unit will remain unused for longer
periods of time.
!Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries.
!Immediately remove used-up batteries and replace with batteries
of type AA, UM3 or R6.
!Be sure to put in the batteries the right way round (+and -).
Dispose of batteries, packaging material and the unit
according to statutory regulations. They must not
be thrown into the household refuse.
AV
ENTER
TV
CH
VCR
INPUT SEL
VIDEO Plus+
AUDIO
RESET/CANCEL
REC MODE
OFF-TIMER
PROG PLAY
I-TIMER
MENU EXIT
JET REW
CH
EXT LINK
STATUS
AB
RECTIMER
INDEX
VOL
TRACKING/V-LOCK
N2QAJB000089
123
456
789
0
PROG
/CHECK
PAUSE/SLOW
VCR/TV
"Some functions may not be
applicable to your VCR."
5
Rear Panel VCR
AC IN~ (Power supply)
1
2
1
AV (21-pin Scart socket)
RF IN = Aerial input
RF OUT = Aerial output
3
4
AV (TV)
AC IN~
RF IN
RF OUT
1
2
Rear Panel Connectors
34
QUICK ERASE
EJECT
CH
REC
Front Panel VCR
JET REW
TIMER REC
Fast winding / JET SEARCH
Erases a cassette.
Ejects the cassette.
Fast rewind to the
beginning of the tape.
Stand-by/on switch /I
VCR= Video Cassette Recorder
Page
Detailed information
is available on the
specified pages.
CH
1 2 34
5
67 8 9 10 11
Fast winding / JET SEARCH
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Starts recording.
Starts playback.
Stop button
Activates the recording timer
Selects a channel
21
18
19
21
21
20
19
21
18
21
16
21
18
6
16
JET REW
INDEX
AV
CH
Remote control functions
Some Panasonic television sets may be controlled with the remote control
unit of this VCR. However, some of old Panasonic TVs cannot be operated
using this remote control.
Search beginning of a recording session.
Normal playback
Fast forward/rewind when stopped,
search forward or backwards during playback.
Stop ends recording, playback, or winding.
Eject: Press and hold for more than 3 seconds.
Stop a recording session.
Still playback.
To adjust the volume of the TV.
VCR Playback Control
TV Controls
Press to switch the TV from on to stand-by mode or vice versa.
Fast rewind to beginning of tape.
TV Channel selector.
Selects the TV set´s AV port.
VOL
AV
ENTER
TV
CH
VCR
INPUT SEL
VIDEO Plus+
AUDIO
RESET/CANCEL
REC MODE
OFF-TIMER
PROG PLAY
I-TIMER
MENU EXIT
JET REW
CH
EXT LINK
STATUS
AB
RECTIMER
INDEX
VOL
TRACKING/V-LOCK
N2QAJB000089
123
456
789
0
PROG
/CHECK
PAUSE/SLOW
VCR/TV
"Some functions may not be
applicable to your VCR."
PAUSE/SLOW
18
16
18
18
7
21
20
24
Stand-by/on switch
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.
24
REC
8 9
RESET/CANCEL
OFF-TIMER
EXIT
MENU
AUDIO
EXT LINK
VCR
I-TIMER
Displays the menu.
VCR Recording Controls
This button has no function.
Sets the tape speed (SP/LP/EP).
Record
Activate the recording timer mode.
Quits a menu.
Programming TV programmes
broadcasted at the same time and on
the same channel.
Switches the VCR into stand-by mode
after a preset period of time during
recording, playback or stop mode.
Press repeatedly to display the time,
tape counter or tape remain.
Displays the VIDEO Plus+ menu
Menu navigation buttons.
Selecting or storing settings.
VCR Standard Controls
Select programme storage position
or enter the VIDEO Plus+ number.
E.g.: 18 =
Channel select buttons.
Tracking control of VCR picture disturbance.
Activates the recording timer for
externally controlled recording.
Displays the menu Timer recording.
Switches between AV input and TV station.
Plays back programmed recordings.
RESET : Resets the counter to 0:00.00.
CANCEL: Clears an entry you made.
INPUT SEL
PROG PLAY
REC MODE
TIMER
STATUS
CH
TRACKING/V-LOCK
PROG
/CHECK
VIDEO Plus+
15
19
17
28
A
B
Delete highlighted station.
Move highlighted station.
ENTER
15
28
22
22
23
18
20
26
20
8
4
2
3
4
2
3
4
Aerial
RF IN
(Aerial input)
RF OUT
(Aerial output)
Aerial input
RF cable
VCR
AC IN~
TV
AC mains lead
AC mains lead
Connecting with RF cable
Connect aerial to the RF IN
(Aerial input) connector of the VCR.
Connect the VCR´s RF OUT
(Aerial output) to the TV
set’s aerial in connector.
Connect VCR and TV set to the
AC mains socket.
Follow the steps described below.
Ensure TV Power is disconnected
from AC Mains socket.
You can connect the VCR to your TV
set by using a RF cable.
1
(supplied)
(supplied)
AC mains socket
1
9
VCR Auto Setup with RF cable (Automatic tuning)
!Turn on your television set.
!With the Stand-by/on switch turn on the VCR. Automatic tuning for all
available TV stations begins. Approximate duration is 5 minutes.
!After Automatic tuning has finished, press EXIT. The Owner ID screen will appear.
- While Auto Setup is running the first digit of the VCR display will flash. After a
while it will stop flashing and the RF output channel number will be displayed.
- Select an unused channel pre-set on your TV and tune it to the RF output
channel number shown on the VCR display (or until you can clearly see the
Auto Setup screen). Store the new video playback channel (refer to the
instructions for your TV).
VCR Display
You can complete the Owner ID now or skip this step and do it later. To do it
later, press the EXIT button. Your VCR is now ready to use.
!To set the Owner ID now, press the Numeric buttons or to enter a four-
digit PIN number.
!Press , to correct the digit.
!Make sure that you will remember the PIN number (make a note of it).
!Press the ENTER button twice to confirm.
!Enter the [Name], [House No] and [Postcode] in the same way.
!Press the ENTER button to confirm each entry.
!Press the EXIT button to leave the Owner ID screen.
!You will now see the TV picture. Your VCR is now ready to use.
Owner ID
PIN number : ****
Name : **************
House No : ***********
Postcode : ***********
:select : store
: exit
ENTER
EXIT
You now have the opportunity
to enter your details and
help the police crack crime
see instruction book.
Owner ID
Datum / ZeitClock set
Time : 12 : 00 : 00
Date : 11. 6. 04
MANUAL !Press to set the correct time and date.
!Press the ENTER button to finish this setting.
If the clock setting menu appears
(Auto clock set was not possible due to a weak signal)
DMind that a wrong date or time will influence the programmed recording of TV
programmes (don't forget to change summer time and winter time).
DIn some cases, the RF output channel may interfere with the TV stations
transmitted in your area. This may prevent you from seeing the On-Screen
Display clearly. Please see page 14 for removing the interference before
restarting Auto Setup (page 29).
Auto Setup
: exit
EXIT
Tuning : Ch 21
10
5AC mains lead
Connecting with 21-pin Scart cable (Fully wired)
Connect the VCR’s AV socket
(21-pin Scart socket) to the TV
set’s Scart In socket.
Connect VCR and TV set to the
AC mains socket.
TV
VCR
4
5
5
4
3
2Aerial
AC IN
RF IN
(Aerial input)
AV
21-pin Scart socket
RF OUT
(Aerial output)
AC mains lead
Aerial input
RF cable
21-pin Scart cable
AC IN~
2Connect aerial to the RF IN
(Aerial input) connector of the VCR.
Follow the steps described below.
3Connect the VCR´s RF OUT
(Aerial output) to the TV set’s
Aerial in connector.
(supplied)
(supplied)
Ensure TV Power is disconnected
from AC Mains socket.
1
AC mains socket
1