Panasonic NV-SV121EB User manual

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-SV121EB

Contents Page

/ CAUTION! 2-3

Included Accessories 5

Front Panel VCR / Rear Panel VCR 6-7

Remote control functions 8-9

Connecting with RF cable 10

VCR Auto Setup with RF cable

Connecting with 21-pin Scart cable 12

VCR Auto Setup with 21-pin Scart cable

Connecting to Satellite Receiver, Set Top Box 14

Connecting with S-Video cable 15

Connecting Audio Systems 16

CheckingtheSettingsafterAutoSetup 17

RemovingInterference/ChangingRF-outputchannel 18

Menu System 19

Playback 20

Tracking control 21

General convenient functions / Tape Care 22-23

Recording 24-33

S-VHSRecording/ 24

S-VHS / VHS 25

Recording 26

Timer recording 27-28

Recording with INTELLIGENT TIMER 29

Recording with VIDEO Plus+ 30-31

Recording with external recording controls 32

Editing 33

Manual Functions 34-40

Manual Tuning 34

Changing the name of TV stations 35

Changing the order of TV stations or deleting a station 35

Creating a new station table 36

Shipping condition/factory defaults 36

Others Menu 37

Owner ID 38

Clock setting 39

AUDIO mode / NICAM sound system 40

Before requesting service 41

21-pin Scart Socket 42

Specifications 43

Index last page

Important Safety Warnings

Care and Maintenance

Panasonic Sales and Support Information 4

S-VHSExpansionTechnology

PAL

VHS

625

S-VHSET

SUPER LP 35x JET SEARCH

PULL OPEN

EJECT

TIMER REC REC

3D DNR

TBC

Super VHS

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 screwdriver 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.

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.

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

!Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and

confidence by telephoning our Customer Care Centre

Mon - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).

!Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at

www.panasonic.co.uk.

!Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

!All enquiries, transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by

Panasonic UK Ltd.

!It couldn´t be simpler!

!Also available through our internet is direct shopping for a wide range of

finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

!For UK customers:

08705 357357.

!For Republic of Ireland customers:

01 289 8333.

!Visit our website for product information www.panasonic.co.uk.

!E-mail: customer[email protected].

Included Accessories

Check that you have the accessories and items shown

Quick Start Guide

RQCAD0013

AC Mains Lead

RJA0044-3C

RF cable

Batteries for the

Remote Control

R6 size

Operating Instructions

RQTD0086-B

Guarantee Card

ccessories

Included

ENTER

VCR

INPUT SEL

ShowView

AUDIO

RESET/CANCEL

REC MODE

OFF-TIMER

PROG PLAY

I-TIMER

MENU EXIT

JET REW

AV LINK

EXT LINK

STATUS

RECTIMER

INDEX

VOL

TRACKING/V-LOCK

N2QAJB000088

123

456

789

PROG

/CHECK

PAUSE/SLOW

VCR/TV

* Some functions may not be

applicale to your VCR.

K2KF2BA00001, VJA0728-A

or K1TWACC00001

Remote control

N2QAJB000089

SUPER LP 35x JET SEARCH

PULL OPEN

EJECT

TIMER REC REC

3D DNR

TBC

Super VHS

QUICK ERASE

EJECT

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.

1 2 34

57 8 9 10 11

Fast winding / JET SEARCH.

Starts recording.

Starts playback.

Stop button.

Activates the recording timer.

Selects a channel.

QUICK ERASE

JET REW

AUDIO OUT

R L

VIDEO

OUT

Front AV (AV3)

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-Video AudioVideo

S-VIDEO IN (AV3)

VIDEO IN (AV3)

AUDIO IN (AV3)

External equipment

(e.g. Video movie camera)

3D DNR

3-Dimensional Digital Noise Reduction.

TBC

Time Base Correction: Optimises picture quality.

12 13

Rear Panel VCR

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.

Rear Panel Connectors

AC IN~(Power supply)

AV2 (21-pin Scart socket)

AV1 (21-pin Scart socket)

AUDIO output

RF IN = Aerial input

RF OUT = Aerial output

R = AUDIO output right channel

L = AUDIO output left channel

S-VIDEO output

VIDEO output

VIDEO

AUDIO

S VIDEO

AV1 (TV)

AV2 (

AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

AC IN~

AV OUT

RF IN

RF OUT

123

5678

JET REW

INDEX

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 or Slow 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

ENTER

VCR

INPUT SEL

VIDEO Plus+

AUDIO

RESET/CANCEL

REC MODE

OFF-TIMER

PROG PLAY

I-TIMER

MENU EXIT

JET REW

EXT LINK

STATUS

RECTIMER

INDEX

VOL

TRACKING/V-LOCK

N2QAJB000089

123

456

789

PROG

/CHECK

PAUSE/SLOW

VCR/TV

"Some functions may not be

applicable to your VCR."

PAUSE/SLOW

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.

REC

8 9

RESET/CANCEL

OFF-TIMER

EXIT

AUDIO

EXT LINK

VCR

I-TIMER

Displays the menu.

VCR Recording Controls

Audio out settings.

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 inputs A1, A2 and Tuner.

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

TRACKING/V-LOCK

PROG

/CHECK

VIDEO Plus+

Delete highlighted station.

Move highlighted station. 35

ENTER

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.

Aerial

RF IN

(Aerial input)

RF OUT

(Aerial output)

Aerial input

RF cable

VCR

AC IN~

AC mains lead

(supplied)

AC mains socket

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