Initial Setup Combination VCR Operating Instructions Basic Operation Models No. PV-C911 / PV-C921 / PV-C931W TV Operation Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product. Please save this manual. Spanish Quick Use Guide is included. (Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
Important Safeguards and Precautions READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON UNIT INSTALLATION 1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION Operate only from power source indicated on unit or in this manual. If uncertain, have your Electric Utility Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify your home power source. 2 POWER CORD PLUG For safety, this unit has a polarized type plug (one wide blade), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
Safety Precautions / Mesures de sécurité 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: Attention: Record On a Tape ................................ 14 Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) ............... 15 TV Operation ........................................ 16 Picture Adjustment .............................. 17 TV Timer Features ................................
Before Using Congratulations on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and reliable products on the market today. Used properly, it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Please fill in the information below. The serial number is on the tag located on the back of your unit. Date of Purchase Dealer Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No. Accessories SELF-DEMO Mode With Power ON, press PLAY/REPEAT on the unit for 7 seconds to deactivate the SELF-DEMO Mode.
Connections Insert the Indoor antenna (supplied) into the receptacle on the back of the unit. Then, connect the two wires to the 300 ohm-75 ohm transformer (supplied.) Next, connect the transformer to the back of the unit as shown. Now, extend the antenna and adjust its length, direction and angle for the clearest picture. Indoor Antenna (supplied) 300-75 ohm Transformer (supplied) Connecting to a Power Source Your unit goes where you go with two different ways to supply power.
Location of Controls Remote Control Buttons EJECT button: When EJECT is pressed, the tape is ejected from Cassette Compartment. If EJECT is pressed during recording, the unit will not respond to the command. 6 For assistance, please call : 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or send e-mail to : consumerproducts@panasonic.
Initial Setup Front View of the unit and Indicators on the Front Panel REWIND/SEARCH Page 14. Page 13. ACTION STOP/EJECT ACTION Cassette Compartment Page 14. Page 14. Page 13. PLAY/REPEAT Page 14. CHANNEL UP/DOWN Page 16. TRACKING UP/DOWN Page 41. SELECT UP/DOWN Page 13. FAST FORWARD/SEARCH Page 14. Built-In Front Side Speaker VOLUME UP/DOWN Page 16. SET/BACK SPACE Page 13. REC Page 14. POWER Page 8. TIMER Page 19. FM Page 22. Audio/Video In Jack Page 15.
Initial Setup for ANT. / Cable Connection How to Connect ■ Connect the Cable from Antenna / Cable to the VHF / UHF terminal on unit. WARNING: UNIT When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals. IN from CABLE VHF/UHF VHF/UHF How to do Initial Setup 1 Press POWER on the unit. 2 When the unit is turns on the first time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen appears. 3 Press CH to select English. OR Press CH to select Spanish (Español).
nection Initial Setup 4 Press CH to start CHANNEL / CLOCK AUTO SET operation. Settings are performed automatically. If the setup is completed, the following screen is displayed. 2 / 7 / 2001 WEDDST 12 :: ON 00PM SETT I NG : CH 1 0 AUTO CLOCK SET COMPLETED END : PRESS CH UP KEY If AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE screen appears, set the clock using MANUAL CLOCK SET procedures as below.
Initial Setup for DSS / Cable box Connection How to Connect ■ Connect the OUT Jack on your cable box to the VHF/UHF terminal on unit with an RF cable. UNIT WARNING: When using “Nut type” RF coaxial cables, tighten with fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals. Cable TV Converter Box IN from CABLE VHF/UHF VHF/UHF How to do Initial Setup 1 2 Press POWER on the unit. When the unit is turns on the first time, SELECT LANGUAGE screen appears. 3 Press CH to select English.
Initial Setup 4 Press CH to start CHANNEL / CLOCK AUTO SET operation. Settings are performed automatically. If the setup is completed, the following screen is displayed. 2 / 7 / 2001 WEDDST 12 :: ON 00PM SETT I NG : CH 1 0 AUTO CLOCK SET COMPLETED END : PRESS CH UP KEY If AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE screen appears, set the clock using MANUAL CLOCK SET procedures shown page 9. AUTO CLOCK SET I S I NCOMPLETE PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PRESS I NG ACT I ON KEY Model PV-C921/PV-C931W remote is shown here.
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, 1 Press ACTION M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T to display MAIN MENU. SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 2 Language 1) Press to select language icon. Clock Channels 1) Press select “CH.” to 1) Press to select “CLOCK.” M A I N MENU M A I N MENU M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 2) Press ACTION. 2) Press ACTION repeatedly.
Clock, Time Zone Adjust Time Zone Adjust (Only when Auto Clock is set.) Basic Operation 1) Press to select “CLOCK.” M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON Model PV-C921/PV-C931W remote is shown here. 2) Press ACTION. SET CLOCK AUTO CLOCK SET MANUAL T I ME ZONE ADJUST : 0 ACTION key on the unit Using SELECT : SET : : ACT I ON END 3) Press to select TIME ZONE ADJUST and press or to subtract or add hour(s) as necessary.
Playback a Tape Ready Check List All connections are made. Your unit is plugged in. 1 Insert a cassette. • The unit power comes on automatically. Record tab To prevent tape jam, remove loose or peeling labels from tapes. 2 ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 2 3 Insert a cassette with record tab. • The unit power comes on automatically. Press CH or number keys to Select Channel. • For “LINE” input, see bottom of next page. Press SPEED to select recording speed (see page 41).
Copy Your Tapes (Dubbing) Connections you’ll need to make. Recording (Editing) unit Playing (Source) VCR AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUT TO TV Playback (Source) 1 Recording (Editing) unit Insert blank tape with record tab. Insert prerecorded tape. Our Vacation 2 3 VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN • Dubbing tapes protected with Copy Guard will have poor quality results. Select “LINE” mode. See “Selecting Input Mode” below.
TV Operation 1 2 Press POWER on the remote or unit. 08 ABC 3 Ready Check List All connections are made. Your unit is plugged in. Use CH or number keys to select a channel. Press VOL + or VOL to adjust volume. VOL + / VOL PLAY/REPEAT 24 POWER VIDEO IN VOL CH STOP/ EJECT REW/ PLAY/ REPEAT FF/ REC TIMER/ FM POWER AUDIO IN REC ON TIMER PROG TIMER ACTION NIGHT (NITE) Mode Color and picture intensity levels are adjusted so the screen is easier on your eyes during night time use.
Picture Adjustment 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 3 SET UP TV LOCK CAPT I ON I NPUT SELECT V I DEO ADJUST SET UP FM SELECT : SET : : ACT I ON END : TUNER 1) Press to select “TV.” 2) Press ACTION to display SET UP TV screen. 1) Press to select VIDEO ADJUST. 2) Press to display screen. 4 COLOR T I NT BR I GHTNESS P I CTURE SHARPNESS NORMAL SELECT : ADJUST : END : ACT I ON Model PV-C921/PV-C931W remote is shown here.
TV Timer Features ON-TIMER with Alarm This unit can be set to automatically power on in one of 3 modes (2modes [PV-C911 only]). (TV, Playback, or FM radio [PV-C921/PV-C931W only].) (TV or Playback [PV-C911 only].) You can also combine the On-Timer with a one minute alarm that gradually increases in volume. 1 2 Press PROG to display SET PROGRAM screen. 1)Press to select “ON TIMER.” 2)Press to display ON TIMER screen.
SLEEP TIMER k List orrect time. This unit can be set for auto power off. Press SLEEP repeatedly to set SLEEP TIMER. • Pressing DISPLAY with sleep timer set displays remaining time. SLEEP TIMER 30 SLEEP TIMER 60 SLEEP TIMER 90 Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP TIMER 00” appears to cancel. SLEEP TIMER 00 INSTANT ALARM You can set a timer alarm up to 60 min. Useful when you are cooking, etc.
Closed Caption System Closed Caption is ... This multi-use system not only allows the hearing impaired to enjoy selected programs, but also makes useful information from TV stations available to everyone. Closed Caption Mode Feature 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 3 SET UP TV LOCK CAPT I ON I NPUT SELECT V I DEO ADJUST SET UP FM SELECT : SET : : ACT I ON END : TUNER 1) Press to select “TV.
Caption On Mute Feature Closed Caption narration, if available, is displayed when MUTE button is pressed for silence. 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 1) Press to select “CAPTION”. LOCK N CAPT I ON I NPUT SELECT V I DEO ADJUST SET UP FM SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON : TUNER 2) Press to display CAPTION screen.
FM Radio FM Radio is ... This unit has an FM radio with built-in antenna, 9 station preset, and a band range of 87.5 ~ 108.1 MHz. You can even set the On-Timer (page 18) to wake up to your favorite radio station. 3 FM Radio Setup 1 2 3 Press FM/TV on the remote or press TIMER/FM twice on the unit to display FM radio mode. 1 2 : 0 0PM FM 1 87. 5MHz 1 2 : 0 0PM FM 1 8 7. 7MHz MEMORY : PUSH ADD / DLT KEY Press a number key (1~9) to select the FM number.
FM Transmitter Send Wireless POWER VIDEO IN VOL CH STOP/ EJECT REW/ PLAY/ REPEAT FF/ REC TIMER/ FM AUDIO IN POWER R EC REC ON TIMER Within 33 feet Audio equipment with FM Radio PROG TIMER ACTION Carrier Frequency : 93 ~ 97, 99 ~ 103 MHz FM Transmitter is ... a feature whereby this unit’s sound can be heard on an FM Radio. First, tune your radio to a vacant station which has no radio broadcasts between 93 ~ 97 or 99 ~ 103 MHz.
Timer Recording You can set up to 8 programs to be recorded while you are away. 1 2 Press PROG to display SET PROGRAM screen. 1) Press SET PROGRAM TIMER PROGRAMMING. T I MER PROGRAMMING PROGRAMMING ON TIMER 2) Press to display screen. SELECT : SET : END : PROG 3 to select Ready Check List All connections are made. Your unit is plugged in. The clock is set to correct time. The tape is long enough. The record tab is in place.
Cancel a Timer Recording: (Recording is in progress) Hold down STOP for a few seconds to cancel the Timer Recording. • Any future daily or weekly recordings will be performed as programmed. Review, Replace or Clear Program Contents : (Recording is not in progress) 1 2 Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 24. P 1 2 3 4 DT START STOP CH SPD day 9 : 00p 12 : 00a 08 SP 8 10 : 00a 12 : 00p 125 SP 10 8 : 00p 9 : 00p 10 SP SU 9 : 00p 10 : 00p L LP Press to select the desired program.
Tape Operation Search System is ... Each time a recording is made, an invisible index mark is placed on the tape. When timer recordings are made, program index and information are also included. (Only AC POWER) These index marks can be used to access or scan recordings. Index Search Go directly to the desired recording. 1 Press SEARCH in Playback or Stop mode to display INDEX SEARCH screen.
It is easy to detect the end of a recorded program so that you may continue or begin a new recording. 1 2 Press SEARCH twice in Playback or Stop mode to display PROGRAM END SEARCH screen . Press FF to start search. PROGRAM END SEARCH SEARCH START : FF EX I T : SEARCH Example of Program End Search operation. Fig.1 PLAYBACK DIRECTION INDEX Program 1 Press SEARCH button FF Program 2 or BLANK End Point Fig.2 Program 1 BLANK INDEX Program 2 Press SEARCH button BLANK End Point FF Fig.
Tape Operation (continued) Auto Operation Functions ■ Auto Shut Off No broadcast signal in TV, blank tape is Played for 5 minutes ➔ Power turns off • This feature is canceled if any button is pressed during above mode. ■ Auto Playback Insert a tape in Power off mode ➔ Power turns on • Playback begins if tape has no record tab. • This feature cannot be activated when the POWER button on the unit is turned OFF (POWER indicator is not lit.
) Commercial Skip Set to see a recording over and over. 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 3 SET UP VCR REPEAT PLAY T I MER PROGRAMMING T I ME STAMP : OFF : ON SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON 4 1)Press to select “VCR.” 2)Press ACTION to display SET UP VCR screen. Press ACTION twice to end setup. To quickly return to a specific tape counter location. Press DISPLAY during playback to display the Counter.
Special VCR Features Channel Caption is ... Preset Caption 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 3 SET UP CHANNEL ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET CHANNEL CAPT I ON WEAK S I GNAL D I SPLAY : OFF SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON 4 PRESET CAPT I ON MANUAL CAPT I ON ----- PBS CNN ESPN HBO 1) Press to select CHANNEL CAPTION. 2) Press to display screen. • To create your own captions, go to “Manual Caption” on page 31.
Manual Caption 1 2 Do “Preset Caption” steps 1~3 (page 30). 1) Press to select MANUAL CAPTION. 2) Press to display screen. CHANNEL CAPT I ON PRESET CAPT I ON PT I ON MANUAL CAPT SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON 3 1) Press to select CH NUMBER. 2) Press to move cursor to the right. MANUAL CAPT I ON CH NUMBER CAPT I ON ---- O2 SELECT : SET : : ACT I ON END MANUAL CAPT I ON CAPT I ON CH NUMBER A--- O2 CLEAR : ADD / DLT SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON Model PV-C921/PV-C931W remote is shown here.
Special VCR Features (continued) Weak Signal Display ON/OFF When “ON” is selected, the picture is displayed even when a broadcast signal is weak or non-existent. 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU. M A I N MENU TV VCR LANGUAGE CH CLOCK EX I T SELECT : SET : ACT I ON 3 SET UP CHANNEL ANTENNA : CABLE AUTO SET CHANNEL CAPT I ON WEAK S I GNAL D I SPLAY : OFF SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON 1) Press to select “CH.” 2) Press ACTION to display SET UP CHANNEL screen.
Time Stamp Feature Ready Check List The clock is set to correct time. The record tab is in place. This unit writes program data (see example below) for about the first 10 seconds of every recording. The information is then displayed about 10 seconds after playback begins. 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU.
V-Chip Control Feature V-Chip Control Feature is... This unit has a built-in V-Chip Control which allows you to block unwanted TV usage based on US MOVIES and US TV PROGRAMS Ratings. Process of V-Chip Control Feature Enter Code Blocking Setup Enter Secret Code A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. 1 2 Press ACTION to display MAIN MENU.
Process of V-Chip Control Feature Enter Code Setup Blocking If LOCK menu is not displayed, do “Enter Secret Code” steps on page 34. Setup US MOVIES Ratings 1 LOCK US MOVIES : OFF CHANGE SETT I NGS US TV PROGRAMS : OFF CHANGE SETT I NGS NEXT PAGE SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON 1) Press to select US MOVIES. 2) Press to set “ON” or “OFF.” ■ “ON” ➔ V-Chip Control is activated. ■ “OFF” ➔ V-Chip Control is deactivated. Note • “NEXT PAGE” displays CANADIAN V-Chip setting menu.
V-Chip Control Feature (continued) If LOCK menu is not displayed, do “Enter Secret Code” steps on page 34. Setup US TV PROGRAMS Ratings 1 LOCK US MOVIES : OFF CHANGE SETT I NGS US TV PROGRAMS : OFF CHANGE SETT I NGS NEXT PAGE SELECT : SET : END : ACT I ON 1) Press to select US TV PROGRAMS. 2) Press to set “ON” or “OFF.” ■ “ON” ➔ V-Chip Control is activated. ■ “OFF” ➔ V-Chip Control is deactivated. Note • “NEXT PAGE” displays CANADIAN V-Chip setting menu.
Process of V-Chip Control Feature Enter Code Setup Blocking Blocking Message • If a program or movie ABC exceeds the ratings you have set, a message will PROGRAM RAT I NG EXCEEDED appear on a black RAT I NG : PG-1 3 background and sound is ACCESS CODE ---muted. ENTER : 0-9 To View a Blocked Program / Movie [Temporarily Deactivate V-Chip Control] Enter your secret code (ACCESS CODE) in the Blocking Message screen.
On-Screen Display (OSD) VCR Status & Clock Display Press DISPLAY to display or remove the overlay. Function Status Channel Caption (See pages 30, 31.) Current Time REC 0 : 25 Rec Time Remaining (OTR mode only, see page 14.) ABC 1 2 : 0 0PM -0 : 1 2 : 3 4 SP Counter Tape Speed 12 / 18 / 2001 TUE 12 : 0 0PM - 1 : 0 0PM CH 0 8 ABC MOV I E Time Stamp Data (See page 33.
Warning and Instruction Displays These displays will alert you of a missed operation or provide further instructions. Page OSD Caution NO CH FOUND PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN PUSH CH UP KEY AGAIN • If no active channels are found for PLEASE SET CLOCK BEFORE PROGRAMMING • If you attempt to set or review a Timer Recording, or set the On-Timer and the Clock is not set... CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB • If you press REC, and a cassette is inserted with no record tab...
Operation Differences Using AC or DC Power This unit is equipped to be operated on either AC or DC power. However, there are some differences in unit operation depending on which power supply is used. Notes • The unit will accept commands from the remote control only when POWER on the unit is turned ON (POWER indicator is lit.) • When POWER on the unit is OFF (DC power source), it’s the same as if the unit were unplugged. Therefore, all memory data, i.e. clock data, etc.
Unit Information Specifications Head Cleaning Playing older or damaged tapes may eventually cause video heads to become clogged. Head Clog Sensor During playback this screen appears if clogging is detected. To remove screen, press PLAY on the remote or unit. • Use “dry” type head cleaning cassette only. (Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.) • Follow cleaning tape directions carefully. Excessive use of head cleaning tape can shorten the video head life.
Before Requesting Service Check the following points once again if you are having trouble with your unit. Power No power… Monitor Correction • Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet or when using the DC Car battery cord, check to see it the fuse is blown. • Set POWER button to ON. Correction • Make sure your antenna system (TV or CABLE), is correctly set. (P. 8 - 11) No picture or sound... • Completely insert Power Plug into an AC outlet. (Or use the DC Car Battery cord.
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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía para rápida consulta Conexión de la Antena Interior Inserte la antena varilla (suministrada) en el receptáculo de la parte trasera de la combinación de VCR/TV. Luego, conecte los dos alambres al transformador de 300 ohmios-75 ohmios (suministrado.) Entonces, conecte el transformador ala parte transera de la combinación de VCR/ TV como se muestra. Ahora, despliegue la antena y ajuste su longitud, dirección y ángulo para la más clara imagen.
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía para rápida consulta Como realizar la Configuración Inicial 1 2 Presione POWER para encender el videograbador combinado. Cuando encienda el VCR por primera vez, aparecerá la pantalla SELECT LANGUAGE. • Si ajusta el idioma incorrecto, realice los pasos de la página 9 “Reajuste de todas las Funciones de Memoria de la unidad”. • Active la caja de cables y ajústela al canal PBS en su huso horario. Si usted utiliza receptor DSS, este debe estar apagado.
Operaciones básicas para la reproducción 1 2 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Inserte un cassette. • El videograbador combinado se enciende automáticamente. Presione PLAY. • La reproducción comienza automáticamente si el casete no tiene la lengüeta para prevención de grabación.
Index A B C D E F H I L LSQT0603A N O Accessories ........................................... 4 Audio Mute ............................................ 16 Auto Operation Functions ..................... 28 Batteries ................................................. 4 Before Requesting Service .................. 42 Before Using ........................................... 4 Blocking Message ................................ 37 Blue Screen Display ............................. 38 Build-in Head Cleaner ...
