Panasonic Omnivision PV-V4021 User manual

Connections and Initial Setup Procedures are on
pages 8to 9.
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SfAfl'^ guideiines tor energy efficiency.
Plaas© read these Instructions carefully before attempting to connect,
operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual.
Spanish Quicl^ Use Guide is included. (Guia para rapida consults en
espaftol est^ incfuida.) LSQTfi;^;?^^
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ImportantSafeguardsand Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETArN
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING IN-
STRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN
THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNrT
INSTALLATION
1POWERSOURCECAUnON
Operate only from apower 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
fxxne.
2POLARIZED ORGROUNDING PLUG
As a safety feature, this Video product comes
with either apolarized power cord plug (one
blade is wider than the other), or athree-wire
grounding type plug,
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you
cannot tully 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.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into athree-hole grounding
outlet. It necessary, have an electrlcUin Install the
proper outlet. Do not defeat the safety feature by
tampering with the plug.
3POWERCORD
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 walldng traffic. If
an extension cord is used, make sure it also
has either apolarized or grourtded 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 aqualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire
hazards and should be avoided.
4DO NOTBLOCKVENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings 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 afire 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 abed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as abook case
or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.
5AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDENTEMPERATURECHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
heater or requlator, 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 awarm place, moisture may
condense in the unit and on the tape.
6TO AVOID PERSONALINJURY
Do not place unsecured equipnfwnt 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 achild or adult
and damage to the unit
•An appliance and cart combination I
should be moved with care.
Quwk stops, excessive force, arxf
uneven surfaces may cause the
appferoe and cart oombinatky) to overtum.
•Carefully follow all operating instructions and
use the manufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment.
OUTDOOR ANTENNAINSTALLAT10N |
SAFEANTENNAANDCABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or caWe system is connected to the
equiprnent, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against built up static charges
and voltage surt^es. Section
810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA70 (in Canada,
part 1of tfie Canadian Electrical
Code) provkJes informatkin
vtnth respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
kx:atk>n of antenna discharge unit, oonnectnn to grounding
electrodes and requirements for thie grounding electrode.
KEEPANTENNACLEAROFHGHVOLTAGEPOWERUNESORCIRCUnS
An outskte antenna system should be located well away from
power lines, electric ligfit or power drcuits and where rt will never
come into contact wrtn these power sources if it shoukj happen to
fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should be
taken to avoid touchina power lines, circuits or otf>er potyer
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved,
antenna installation should be left to aprofessional.
USING THE VIDEO UNIT
fthe unit has been in storage or moved to anew location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAYFROM WATEROR
MOISTUREOF ANY KIND.
2IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by
aqualified service technician before use.
3DURINGAN ELECTRICALSTORM
During alightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time,
disconnect alt equipment from the power source as well as
the antenna and cable system.
4WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
•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 aservice 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.
6CLEANINGTHE UNIT
Unplug tfie unit. Then, use adean, dry, chemically untreated doth
to gently remove dust or debris. IX> NOT USE cfeanlng ftukls,
aerosols, or forced air ttiat couW over-spray, or seep into the unit
and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax, acfiesive
tape, etc may marthe cabinet surface. E)qx}sunB to greasy, humid,
or dusty areas may art^fselyaffiactintBmal parts.
SERVICE
1DO NOT SERVICETHIS 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 aqualified service technician.
2IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service techniqian uses only parts specified by
the manufacturer, or those having the same safety charactens-
tics as the original parts. The use of unautfKirized substitutes
may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
3HAVETMESERVTCETECHNICIANPERFORMASAFETYCHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct athrough safety check as described
in the manufacture's service literature to insure that the
video unit is in safe operating condition.
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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 prevenir tout risque d'incendie ou de chocs
electriques, ne pas exposer cet appareil dla piule ou kune
humidlte excessive.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, Introduire la lame la plus
large de la fIche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et
pousserjusqu'au fond.
ARISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK /T\
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 relialile 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.
Accessories
Remote Control Batteries 2"AA"
LSSQ0263 {PV-V4021)
LSSQ0264 (PV-V4521) )
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00<D<2>
3oo<D RF Coaxial
Cable
VJAS0196
Model PV-V4521
remote shown.
To order accessories, call toll free
1-800-332-5368.
Loading the Batteries
1) Press latch in
and open cover.
2) Insert batteries
as marked.
3) Close cover.
Battery replacement caution
•Do not mix old and new batteries.
•Do not mix alkaline with manganese
batteries.
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
Break off the tab to
prevent recording.
Record Tab
Screw driver
To record again
Cover the hole
with cellophane tape
Record/PlaybackTime
Only use tapes with the IViKl mark in this unit.
Tape Speed
Setting
Type of Video Cassette
T60 T120 T160
SP
(Standard Play) 1Hour 2Hours 2Hours
40 Minutes
LP
(Long Play) 2Hours 4Hours 5Hours
20 Minutes
SLP
(SuperLongPlay] 3Hours 6Hours 8Hours
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able of Contents
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Important Safeguards and Precautions 2,3
Accessories 4
Loading the Batteries 4
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure 4
Record/Ptaybacl( Time 4
Location of Controls 6,7
Connections and Initial Setup 8,9
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR'sCXitput Channel ....10,11
Playbacl< aTape 12
Record On aTape 13
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)
Tape Operation (Search System) 20-22
Special VCR Features 22,23
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) 24
VCR &Cassette Information 25
On-Screen Displays (OSD) 26
Before Requesting Service 27
Service Center List 28
Warranty 29
Spanish (Espanol) Quick Use Guide 30,31
Index Back Cover

Location of Controls
Remote control Buttons Model PV-V4521 remote shown.
REWIND/SEARCH
SET
RECORD
SAP/ Hi-Fi
TAPE POSITION
VOLUME UP/DOWN
TV mode
DISPLAY
NUMBER KEYS
ADD/DELETE
PLAY
SELECT UP
SEARCH/ ENTER
FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
SET
PROGRAM
STOP
SELECT DOWN
PAUSE/SLOW
RESET COUNTER
CHANNEL UP/ DOWN
TRACKING/ V-LOCK
EJECTbutton: Press to eject tape from VCR. If EJECT is pressed during record,
VCR win not respond.
Front View of the VCR Model PV-V4521 VCR shown.
POWER
VCRH'V selector Cassette Compartment
rPLAY
Video
Input
Connector
AudioInput
Connector
(L^R)
FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH
REWIND/
SEARCH
CHANNEL UP/ DOWN Remote
TRACKING/ V-LOCK Sensor STOP/EJECT RECORD
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Multi Function Display
Power Indicator
Lights when power
Is on.
Timer Indicator
Lights when the VCR is set for aTimer
Recording, or when One Touch Recording
(OTR) is used. Flashes when aTimer
Recording is set, but atape has not been
inserted into the VCR and when apower
Interruption occurs during Timer Programming.
VCR indicator
Lights when the
VCR/TV selector
set to VCR.
Clocit/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display
Displays the current time. Briefly displays VCR
status when afunction button is pressed. Briefly
displays the channel number, or "LI" or "L2" when
achannel or line input is selected. Briefly displays
the recording speed when SPEED is pressed.
Rear View of the VCR
Hi-Fi Indicator (For Model
PV-V4521 only)
Lights when Hi-Fi audio is
monitored in Playbacic
Mode.
AC Power Plug
While plugged into an AC
outlet, the VCR consumes
3.3 Wof electrical power in
off condition.
Audio input Connector
(UR)
Video Input Connector
Rear View of
Model PV-V4521
VCR only.
Video Output
Connector
Audioinput
Connector
VHF/UHF Antenna
inputTerminal
AUDIO
VHF/UHF Antenna
OutputTerminal
AudioOutput
Connector (UR)
AudioOutput
Connector
Rear View of Model
PV-V4021 VCR only.

Connections and Initial Setup
How to Connect
Initial Setup for ANT./Cable -VCR TV
®Connect the Cable from
Antenna/Cable to the IN
FROM ANT. terminal on VCR.
(2) Connect the OUT TO TV
terminal on the rear of VCR
to the ANT. IN terminal on
TV using the RF Cable
(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
VCR IN FROM ANT.
VHF/UHF
IN FROM ANT. CaWa TV
Converter Box
(N from
/7\ ANT/CABLE
1
2
Press VCR* for VCR mode. Turn
the TV on and set it to channel 3.
Turn VCR on.
When VCR is turned on the first
time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen
appears.
3
SELECT LANGUAGE
RESS CH A:ENGLISH
PniMIR CH *:ESPAHOL
PP. VCH/TV :FHAMJAIS
TO CHANGE VCR' SOUTPUT
CH. PRESS ACTION KEY.
Press CIHA to select English,
or
Press CIHT to select Spanish,
or
Press VCR/TV key to select French.
When one of above keys is pressed,
CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET screen
appears.
rvefl~rcLocK tchannel
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE ACABLE
BOX. TUNE ITTO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN. . .
PLEASE PWESS CH UP KEY
tf 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 1 1
.
If wrong language is set, do "Reset All
VCR Memory Functions" steps on
page 9.
If you use acable box, turn it on and set it to
the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS)
channel in your time zone. If you use DBS
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 aremote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
4Press CHA Key to start Channel/Clock
Auto Set operation. Settings are
performed automatically. If the setup is
completed, the following screen is
displayed.
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SETTINO :CH to
AUTO CLOCK BET
COMPLETED
If "Auto Clock Set is Incomplete"
screen appears, set the clock using
MANUALCLOCKSET procedure shown
below.
rvCR ICLOCK ICHANNET
AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INCOMPLETE
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTKM KEV
Manual Clock Set
If Auto Clock Set was Incomplete, manually
set the clock as follows.
1Press ACTION Key on the Remote to
display CLOCK Menu screen.
2Press ATto select the month and to
set. In the same manner, select and set
the date, year, time, and DST (daylight
saving time).
3
VCR (CLQCinCHANNETj
SET COMPLETED
SET :•« ».
START iACTIOH
Press ACTION Keytwice to start CLOCK
and exit.
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VCR
VCR/TV
SELECT/
SET
APLAY
T:STOP
^:REW
:FF
ACTION
CH A/T
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Model PV-V4521 remote shown.
Reset All VCR Memory Functions
Use when moving VCR to new
location, or if amistake was made in
the Initial Setup section.
•Make sure atape is not inserted in
the VCR.
Turn VCR
Power on.
Press and hold both
PLAY and CHANNEL
on the VCR for
more than 5seconds.
•The power shuts off.
3Do "Initial Setup" on page 8.
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Reset Language, Channels, Clock,
1VCR ITTnran Channel
REPEAT PtAY :OFF
REMOTE WARNING :0N
AUTO SHUT- OFF :ON
tOIOMA/LANGUE :ENGLISH
VCR' SOUTPUT CH :3
SELECT :»»«»
EXIT :ACT ION
Press ACTION*
to display menu.
2Language
1) Press to select
language item.
vcn
REPEAT PLAY OFF
REMOTE WARNING :OH
AUTO SHl/T-OFF ON
IDIOMA.'I ANGIJE FNfiLISH
VCH Sj OUIKUT CH
SELECT:* SET:*-
EXIT TACTION
2) Press repeatedly.
VCR 1CLOCK ICHANNEL
REPEAT PLAY OFF
REMOTE WARNING ;ON
SELECT:* SET:*-
EXIT :ACT ION
For English
VCR C
^EPETICION :INAC1
VVISO(CONT.BEMOTO) :ACT
:ANAL DE SALIOA ;3
ELEGIR :AVFUAR :>
SALIR :ACT ION
For Spanish
fMAGNETO^ "HOrD "CANAL"!
REPRISE LECTURE :NGN
MESSAGE O- ERREUR :OUI
CA SORTIE ;3
SEL. :* »REGLER:*.
.QUITrER.J\CTii»J
For French
3) Press ACTION to exit.
mChannels
1) Press ^^to select
CHANNEL
AUTO SET
WEAK SIGNAL D6PLAY:0Fi
SELECT :* T<
EXIT :ACTION
2) Press to select
"ANTENNA," then
press to set your
antenna system
(TV or CABLE).
WEAK SIGNAL DISPLAY: OFF
SELECT:* SET:
EXIT :ACT ION
3) Press to select
"AUTO SET," then
press .
•If you use acable box,
set it to the PBS channel
in your time zone.
TVCR fCLOCK ICHANNEL |
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE ACABLE
B0X,TUI4E IT TO YOUR
LOCAL PBS CH THEN. .
.
PLEASE PBESS CH UP KEY
(This screen appears only
when auto dock is set.)
4) Press CH A.
•After Channel Auto Set is
finished, Clock Auto Set
will be performed.
Clock
1)Press 4to select
CLOCK.
FytR ^CLOCK ICHANNEL |
~fxmrcao
JOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME ZONE ADJUST :0
SELECT
.eS!l :ACTION
2) Press to select
MANUAL and press .
(For Auto Clock Set,
select "AUTO CLOCK
SET," then press CH A.)
rveH~ rcLoctcicRSNNgr
rAure'CLocK set
TIME ZONE ADJUST
SELECT:* »SET:*-
EXIT :ACT ION
(TIME ZONE ADJUSr
appears only when auto
ckx:k is set.)
i.'5cKlChannel"]
SELECT HOUR
SELECT:* wSET:-*
EjtfT;|fcCTH3N
3) Press AW 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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VCR's Output Channel
^Important: If aremote control button does not
work when pressed, press the VCR
button on the remote and tiy the
button again.
TimeZone Adjust
(Only when Auto Clock is set.)
1) Press to select
CLOCK.
rvCH »CLOCK ICHANNEL
'aUto'Clock set
MANUAL
TIME SME ADJUST :0
SELECT :a 4»•
2) Press AT to select
TIME ZONE ADJUST
rvCR rCLOCRICHANNEL
"AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
SELECT:* SET:-« *
IEXIT :action
and press ^or ^to
subtract or add hour(s)
as necessary.
3) Press ACTION.
4) Press POWER off to
perform AUTO
CLOCK SET.
•TIME ZONE ADJUST
returns to 'V if clock Is
set manually.
VCR'S Output
Channel
1) Press AW to select
VCR'S OUTPUT CH.
VCR LUajQCCLCbliNNELl
REPEAT PLAY
REMOTE WARNING
AUTO SHUT- OFF
:OFF
ON
ON
SELECT:* VSET:»
6XFT. .iftdiOH
2) Press
VCR CLOCK ICHANNEL
IF YOU PRESS ACTION
KEV, VCR'S OUTPUT CH
SWTTCHES TO CH 4.
3) Press ACTION.
"VCftI CLOCK ICHANNEL
|
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
CH 4.
After 3seconds
VCH LCGSELCHANNE
REPEAT PLAY
REMOTE WARNING
AUTO SHUT- OFF
IDIOMAjLANGUE
:
LLCHANNELl
:OFF
MG :ON
F :ON
:: ENGLISH I
To Make Corrections,
repeat step 1) -3).
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POWER
VCR
NUMBER
keys
SELECT/
SET
A:PLAY
T:STOP
:FF
ADD/
DELETE
CHA/T
ACTION
Model PV-V4521 remote shown.
Add or Delete aChannel
To add channel:
Select channel with number
keys and press ADD/DLT.
CHANNEL 06 ADDED
To delete channel:
Select channel with CH A/Tor
number keys and press ADD/DLT.
CHANNEL OB OELETCO
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
VCR auto adjusts clock for DST.
(Page 9.)
Spring (First Sunday in April)
DST:ON->Sets clockaheadonehour,
Autumn (Last Sunday In October)
DST:ON --> Turns clock back one
hour.
•If your area does not obsenre
Daylight Saving Time, select
DST:OFF.
•Keep these time changes in mind
when programming the VCR for
timer recordings.
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Playback aTape
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IsX^Ready Check List
All connections are made (pg. 8, 17).
TV and VCR are plugged in.
TV is on and tuned to CH3, 4, or VIDEO.
Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
1
PLAY
Insert atape,
•VCR powercomeson.
"VCR" lights on Multi Function Display.
Press PLAY*
to play tape.
•If (ape has no rec. tab (pg. 4), auto play begins.
PAUSE/
SLOW
Model PV-V4521 remote shown.
Playback using VCR controls
"I Insert acassette.
2Press PLAY.
Multi Function Display
Special Featui^ During Play
Forward/ Reverse scene search
-> Press FF or REW.
~> Press again or PLAY to release.
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 in Still mode.
~> Press PLAY to release.
These features work best in SP or SLP
mode.
•The sound will k)e muted.
•To reduce picture noise, see "Manual
Tracking Control" on page 25.
•After the VCR is in Still or Slow mode for 3
minutes, it will switch to Stop mode
automatically to protect the tape and the
video tiaad.
Press STOP
to stop tape.
Press REW or FF In Stop mode
to Rewind/ Fast Fonvard tape.
Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.
Remove loose or peeling
labels from tapes
to prevent tape jam.
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Press STOP/EJECT to stop
and/ or eject tape.
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Record On aTape Important: It aremote control button does not work
when pressed, press the VCR button on
the remote and try ttie button again.
Ready Check List
VCR/
TV
SPEED
VC»VTY —*_ _
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QAll connections are nrtade (pg, 8, 17).
TV and VCR are plugged in.
TV is on and tuned to CH3. 4, or VIDEO.
Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
1
REC
Model PV-V4S21 remote shown.
Record using VCR controls
2Select 1Insert 4Press REC
Channel, acassette, to start
\IRecording.
VCR/ TV
Multl Function
Display
5Press STOP/
EJECT to stop.
This video recorder, equipped with HO
(High Quality) system, is compatible
with existing VMS equipment. Only use
tapes with the Ifflg mark. Only tapes
tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6,
and 8hour machines are
recommended.
Insert tape with rec. tab (pg. 4).
•VCR power comes on.
"VCR" lights on Mulli Furu^on Display.
Press OH AT, or number keys
to select channel.
•For 'LINE" input, see pg. 24.
•For channels over 100, press 100 key then
press the remaining 2digits.
Press SPEED
to select record speed (pg. 4).
SP =Standard Play LP =Long Play
SLP =Super Long Play
»Speedappeafson-screefiandonMultiFunalofiDiqjIay.
Press REC
to start record.
•To edit out unwanted scenes, press PAUSE/
SLOW to pause, and ag^n to resume recording.
Press STOP
to stop record.
One Touch Recording (record in progress),
•VCR shuts off after preset record length.
"> each press of REC adds 30 min. to
record length up to 4hours.
Record one station, watch another,
--> press VCR/TV ("VCR" goes out on Multi
Function Display),
••> select channels at TV (recording
continues).
Watching one channel and
recording another Is NOT
possible when using aCable
Box or aSatellite Receiver.
Select channels at VCR,
•Other channels cannot be viewed during
recording.
--> press VCR/TV ("VCR" lights on Multi
Function Display),
••> select channels at VCR.
•After 5min. in Pause mode, VCR stops lo
protect tape and video head. 13

Timer Recording
VCR/
TV
POWER
REC
„O
SOCD
o©
OOP
SELECT/
SET
A:PUVY
:STOP
«^:REW
:FF
PROG
b^Ready Check List
All connections made (pg. 8, 17).
TV andVCR plugged inandtumedon.
VCR/TV selector set to "VCR."
QClock set correctly.
Tape has rec. tab (pg. 4).
Remote in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
1Press PROG*
to display PROGRAM.
PAUse
SLOW
CH A
Oil 11 CH
OATE START SI OP"
13 SAT --: :--
TODAY
SELECT: A4
Ipxrr •i»Rnfi
Press
to display Program
screen.
Model PV-V4521 remote shown.
Example
Today
31— 1—2"
^8-9
7SELECTA/T Selection Order DAILY
^WEEKLY
(SAT) WEEKLY
'(MON) WEEKLY _J
(SUN)
If you are using aCable Box, VCR
Timer Programming
Ciiannel(Step 3) must be set to
the Cable Box output channel
AND your Cable Box must be
manually set to tite desired
channel. The Cable Box power
left on.
If apower 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.
1) To set record DATE,
press AT to select:
1-31= one time, or
DAILY= MON~ FRI, or
WEEKLY= same time
each week and
press >to set.
•See selection order
below left.
2) To set remaining
Hems, press AT to
select and press >to
set START/ STOP
times, CH(channel) or
LINE input (pg.24),
and tape speed (SP,
LP, SLP).
Press PROG
to end program.
rtlMER PHOG, |~C|ST
CANCEL :AOD/DLT
SELECT ;* SET:
ILEXir LERQfi
To Enter More Programs,
press AT to select and
press ^to set an unused
program number and
repeat step 3.
Or
Press PROG again
to exit.
Press POWER off
to set the timer.
CTIMER" lights on Multi Function Display.)
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important: It aremote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Review, Replace or Clear Program Contents:
(Recording is not in progress)
1Ttimer prog, [ust
PDT START STOP CH SPO
179:00«12:0<M 08 SF
2810:OOPt2:Oaf> 02 SP
310 6:0ap 9:00P 10 8P
4SU 9:00P1O:O0P Lt LP
T
SELECT: AT 4 »
EXIT :Pf»Q
1) Press PROG.
2) Press
to select LIST.
fTlMER PROG
DT START LIST
STOP CH SPC
B10:00P12:00P 02
310 8:00P 9:00P 10
SU 9:0QP10:0af> LI
CANCa :AOD/DLT
SELECT ;a SET:*
EXIT :PROQ
Press AT
to select number.
To cancel aTimer
Recording in progress...
Press POWER and then STOP
within 10 seconds to cancel the
Timer recording. (The TIMER
indicator goes out on Multi
Function Display.)
3To Replace program...
fTiMER PROG
PATE 1) Press
to display.
2) Repeat Step 3
(pg.14) to set
newprograms.
or
To Clear program...
TIMER PROG. JLIST
PDT START STOP CH SPC
2810:00^12:00? 02 SF
310 8:00l> 9:00P 10 SF
(SU 9:OOP10:OOP Li
CANCEL ;ADD/DLT
SELECT :* TSET;*.
-EXII ,:PROG
PressADD/DLT.
Press PROG
to end the program. .
•If there are set programs, press
POWER off to set timer.
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SELECT/
SET
:PLAY
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«^:REW
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ADD/DLT
PROG
Model PV-V4521 remote shown.
—Important notes when using aDBS receiver —
•When recording programs via aDSS receiver, the DSS
receiver must be left on.
•When recording programs via an antenna or cable, the DSS
receiver must be turned off.
15

Multi-Brand Control Feature
Multi-Brand Control Setup
The Remote Control can be set to control some TV functions.
^Find your TV Brand Code Number shown below.
21 Setup (or TV control,
-->hoId down TV button,
-->enter code with number keys.
•if code number is100 or greater,
->press 100 key, then other digits.
E.g., press 100 -0-2for 102.
3Confirm code entry,
">press POWER to turn selected unit on or off.
•See table below for controllable functions in each mode.
•Repeat setup after remote battery replacement.
•Remote will not control every TV made by the
manufacturer listed. If you get no response, your
particular unit cannot be controlled. There are NO
additional codes for the products listed. If your
product is not listed, then the remote is not
compatiblo with that product.
So©©
s©©©
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NUMBER
keys
ENTER
Using Multi-Brand Control
After remote is set up, you can select VCR or TV for the
desired function.
Press VCR or TV on the remote.
(Table below shows available unit buttons for each mode.)
Model PV-V4521 remote shown.
"\Unit
Mode\^ VCR TV
VCR All VOL UP/DOWN
TV VCR/TV, PLAY, STOP EJECT, SAP/ Hi-Fi (PV-V4521
only), DISPUY, FF, REW, PAUSE/SLOW, REC, SPEED,
CM/ZERO. RESET COUNTER, TAPE POSITION
POWER, INPUT, number
keys, ENTER, CH UP/
DOWN, VOL UP/DOWN
Not all functions listed may be controllable.
In TV mode, it may be necessary to press ENTER after pressing number keys for channel
selection.
TV Brand Code Numbers
Panasonic 01,02
Quasar 01,02
RCA 03
GE 03
Zenith 04
Magnavox 05
Sylvania 05
Sharp 06, 07
Sony 08
TosWba 09
Sanyo 10
Fisher 10
JVC 11
Hitachi 12
Mitsubishi 07, 13
Samsung 14
GoldStar 15. 16,17
•Due to changes in infra-red commands used by manufacturers, some brands have several
codes. If your unit does not respond to the first code, please try the next one.
•Some TV brands require you to turn on the power manually.
16 For assistance, please call ;1-800-21 1-PANA|7262) or send e-mail to :[email protected]

Advanced Connections
AudioA^ideo connection
If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN terminals, you can connect your VCR to
them to recive higher quality picture and sound.
For Model PV-V4521 only For Model PV-V4021 only
Connect the VIDEO OUT terminal on the VCR to the VIDEO IN terminal
of your TV.
Connect the "L" and "R" AUDIO OUT terminals on the VCR to the "L" and
"R" AUDIO IN terminals of your TV. {PV-V4521 Rear)
Connect the AUDIO OUT terminal on the VCR to the AUDIO IN terminal
ofyourTV.(PV-V4021 Rear)
Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV (Monitor/Receiver) to "VIDEO."
rANfi
With aCable Box (VCR ^Cable Box)
TV
IN OUT
[CATVj
^AUDIO iNFBOMAN-rJ
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VIDEO
^iNi our
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
CABLE BOX' g'^^AUDio'
tN OUT O OVIDEO j
-^VHF/UHF? '
VCR
Connect With Two Cable Boxes
VCR
CABLE BOX
IN OUT
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AUDIO 'N FRO*" *Ntd
'oOR @r*^
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TV
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_^AUDIO
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INI IN 2I0_0video;
HF/UHF
1You Can 11You Cannot 1
•view any •record
(including scrambled
scrambled) channels.
channel.
•use VCR Remote
Control to select
channels without
using Multi-brand
control feature.
You Can 1You Cannot
•record and view •view channel
both scrambled other than the
and unscrambled one selected
channels ii for any type of
additional recording.
equipment is •do aTimer
added. This
connection recording of a
requires: two channel unless
converter boxes, you select it at
an A/B switch. the cable box.
and a2-way
splitter.
17

MTS Broadcast/VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System
Connection For Model PV-V4521 only
Make the AudioA/ideo Connection as shown on page 17.
•You can use aTV connected to Stereo amp and speakers
instead of aStereo TV.
Receivable Broadcast Types
The following are possible audio broadcast types and on-
screen displays.
The signal being received Is Indicated with an "jc" mark while
the selected audio mode is indicated with an arrow.
To display the broadcast signal being received,
--> press DISPLAY.
MTS Stereo and SAP broadcast
Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo
(main language) and Secondary Audio
Program (sub language) broadcasts
are being received simultaneousty.
Select STEREO or SAP audio mode.
STOP
^STEREO
l-SAP
MONO
12:00AM ABC
0:00:00
<SP
MTS Stereo broadcaat
Multhchannel Television Sound Stereo
broadcast. Select STEREO audio
mode.
•If stereo broadcast is weak and
display flickers, select MONO audio
mode for possibly better results.
SAP broadcast
Secondary Audio Program (sub
language) broadcast. Select SAP
audio mode for the sub language.
MONO broadcast
Normal monaural sound broadcast.
»STEREO
SAP
MONO
12:00AM ABC
0:00:00
4SP
STOP
STEREO
frSAP
MONO
12:00AM ABC
0:00:00
STEREO
SAP
MONO
12:00AM ABC
0:00:00
SP
o©©o
QQO©
DISPLAY
SAP/
Hi-Fi
Equipped with dl«*-TV
Noise Reduction for
true MTS reproduction.
db«*-TV Noise
Reduction Is required
for good stereo
separation and audio
fidelity, dbx* is a
registered trademark,
and is licensed by dine*
Technology Licensing.
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Audio Mode for Recording
1Press SAP/ Hi-Fi
to display audio mode.
(Display disappears atter 5seconds.)
2»STEREO
»SAP •<
MONO
Arrow indicates
selection.
Press SAP/ Hi-FI
repeatedly to select
desired mode.
Refer to "Receivable
Broadcast Types"
on page 18.
3Do arecording.
See page 13.
Audio IVIode for Playback
1Start playback.
See page 12.
2
3
Press SAP/ Hi-FI
to display audio mode.
(Display disappears after 5seconds.)
HIPI (L/H)4
HIFI (L)
HIPI (H)
NORMAL
Arrow indicates
selection.
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S©©©
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QOO©
SAP/
Hi-Fi
Press SAP/ Hi-Fi
repeatedly to select
desired mode.
•Select "HIFKLyR)" or
"HIFI(L)"or "HIFI(R)"to
listen to stereo
recordings in stereo
sound. Select
"NORMAL" for
monaural sound.
Only tapes recorded in Hi-Ft stereo will playt)ack with true stereo sound.
Standard stereo tapes will playback in monaural sound.
To listen to Hi-Fi stereo playback, the VCR AUDIO (l_/R} jacks must be connected
to astereo TV or an external stereo amp and speakers. (See page 18.)
It tracking is adjusted during playback, Hi-Fi audio may revert to normal audio.
Hi-Fi and normal audio playbacic volume level may differ.

Tape Operation
Search System
For each recording, an invisible index mark is placed
on the tape. Aprogram index and information are also
included for timer recordings. These marks are used to
access or scan recordings.
Index Search
1
1PROGRAM ENO
FOnWARO SEARCH :FF
REVERSE SEARCH :REW
MEXT :SEAI1CH
Exrr any
Press SEARCH*
to display SEARCH
in Stop or Play
mode.
MDEX SEARCH 3Press number keys
to select recording
number.
•To calculate
number, see below.
Press FF or REW
to start search.
INDEX SEARCH Play begins at
search end. To
search forward or
back 1index,
press FF or REW
while screen left
is displayed (10
sec).
To Calculate Index Number
Example 1
:
To go to rec. 2from rec. 4, enter 3and press REW.
3
Example 2:
To go to rec. 6from rec. 2, enter 4and press FF.
1
1
30•
NOTE: \indicates Start points of each recording
•If Index Search is started very close to
an index mark, that index mark may not
be counted in the search.
Program End Search
Locates end point of recording for
continuity.
Press SEARCH twice
to display SEARCH in Stop or
Play mode.
1
INDEX 1PB06HAM END
SEARCH START :FF
EXIT :SEABCH
Press FF
to start
PROGRAM
END SEARCH.
Examples of Program End Search.
Fig.1
II
J
Program 1||§[| Progfam 2Of BLANK ||
End Point
Program 1|'||BLANK 11 §1 Program 2|H Bi
1^• cunvnt top* poittion fv^'
End Point
End Point
Pnogram 2
II searchexceeds
afewsecondsin
BLANKarea
Upon locating end point,
-->search continues 7sec. past end point,
-->tape rewinds to 10 sec. before end point,
-->tape plays to end point and stops.
•If Program End Search is started very
close to an index mark, that mark may be
skipped over.
•To cancel, press PLAY or STOP.
20 For assistance, please call ;1-600-21 1-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to :[email protected]