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Panasonic NV-VP21 - User Manual

Panasonic NV-VP21
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DVD/CD Player / Video Cassette Recorder
NV-VP31 / NV-VP26 / NV-VP21
Operating Instructions
PAL
NV-VP31
PULL-OPEN
EJECT
OPEN / CLOSE
MUSIC WITH PICTURE
AV ENHANCER
DVD/CD PLAYER
2.0 DIGITAL OUT
Before connecting the device, operating it or adjusting settings please read these operating instructions
completely; especially the safety precautions on pages 2 and 3.
Contents Page
2
3
Front 4
5-7
8-9
9
10
11
12
C13
VCR 14
15
16
16
17
17
18
Menu language/ 19
20
21-22
Recording with INTELLIGENT TIMER 23
Recording with ShowView 24
25
Playback 26
27-28
DVD-QUICK SETUP 29
30-32
VCR-DVD functions 33
Navigation Menu 34-35
HighMAT / CD-Text 36
DISPLAY menu 37-39
SETUP menus 40-41
Information 42
43-45
46
47
Index / Country codes Last page
Inserting Batteries
Safety Precautions
Panel
Remote control
Connecting with a 21-pin Scart cable
with Audio-Videocable
External Devices
onnectors
menu control
Manual Setup
Creating a new station table
Shipping condition/factory defaults
NICAM sound system
Recording
Timer recording
Recording with external recording controls
General convenient functions
Playback functions
Before requesting service
Remote control codes
Specifications
Connecting with RF Coaxial cable
Connecting
Setting Time and Date
Creating a new station table
Changing the name of TV stations
Changing the order of TV stations or
deleting a station
Menu Others
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Panasonic NV-VP21 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDVD VCR Combo
BrandPanasonic
ModelNV-VP21
Video FormatNTSC
VCR TypeVHS
Progressive ScanNo
Remote ControlYes
Audio OutputStereo
Recording FormatVHS
Playback FormatsDVD Video, Video CD
ConnectionsComposite Video, S-Video, Audio L/R, RF
Playable Disk TypesDVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD
Recordable Disk TypesDVD-RAM, DVD-R
DVD Playback FormatsDVD-Video

Summary

Included Accessories

Inserting Batteries

Instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control unit.

General Warnings and Cautions

Important warnings and cautions to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and product damage.

Safety Precautions - Usage Guidelines

Environmental and Installation Safety

Guidelines on installation, ventilation, temperature, humidity, dust, flames, and battery disposal.

Front Panel Overview

Device Controls

Description of front panel buttons for device control and their functions.

Display Indicators

Explanation of symbols and indicators shown on the VCR or DVD display.

Remote Control - General Functions

Basic Operations and Settings

Details on basic remote control operations like power, sound mode, and output selection.

Remote Control - VCR Functions

VCR Operation Controls

Explanation of remote buttons for VCR operations like tape counter, tracking, and recording.

Remote Control - DVD Functions

DVD Playback and Navigation Controls

Details on remote control buttons for DVD playback, search, and pause functions.

Connecting with RF Coaxial Cable

VCR Auto Setup via RF Coaxial Cable

Steps for automatic TV channel tuning using an RF coaxial cable connection.

Channel Tuning and Time Settings

Channel Tuning and Interference Correction

Adjusting video output channel and correcting interferences.

Setting Time and Date

Instructions for setting the system's clock and date, both automatically and manually.

Connecting with 21-pin Scart Cable

VCR Auto Setup via Scart Cable

Guide to automatic TV channel tuning via a 21-pin Scart cable.

Connecting with Audio-Video Cable

VCR Auto Setup via Audio-Video Cable

Steps for automatic TV channel tuning using an audio-video cable connection.

External Devices Connection

Connecting Set Top Box, Satellite Receiver, Decoder

How to connect external devices like set-top boxes or decoders for enhanced reception.

Connectors and Connections

Digital and DVD Connectors

Details on connecting digital audio outputs and DVD components to TVs or amplifiers.

Front Panel AV Input

Instructions for connecting external units like camcorders via the front panel AV3 input.

VCR Menu Control

Navigating VCR Menus and Options

How to use the remote control buttons to navigate VCR menus and select options.

Manual Setup - Tuning Channels

Creating a New Station Table

Guide to manually tuning and storing TV stations to create a custom channel list.

Manual Setup - Station Management

Changing TV Station Names

How to edit the names of stored TV stations for easier identification.

Reordering or Deleting TV Stations

Procedures for changing the order of TV channels or removing unwanted stations.

Manual Setup - Station Table and Factory Defaults

Creating Station Table via Auto Setup

Steps to create a station table using the automatic setup feature.

Restoring Factory Defaults

How to reset the device to its original factory settings.

Manual Setup - Other Settings

External Unit and Remote Settings

Configuring settings for external devices connected via AV2 and managing remote control modes.

Manual Setup - Language and Sound

Menu Language Selection

How to set the display language for the device menus.

NICAM Sound System Options

Options for selecting stereo or mono sound for NICAM broadcasts.

Recording Functions Overview

Direct Recording

How to start recording the current TV picture directly.

Timer Recording Basics

Overview of setting up timer recordings for future programs.

Timer Recording Setup

Programming a Timer Recording

Step-by-step guide to programming timed recordings for TV programs.

Timer Recording Management

Checking and Cancelling Timer Programs

How to view, edit, or delete programmed timer recordings.

Playing Back Programmed Recordings

Instructions on how to play back previously recorded timer programs.

Recording with Intelligent Timer

Copying and Editing Intelligent Timer Sessions

How to copy, edit, and protect programmed recording sessions.

Recording with ShowView

Programming ShowView Recordings

Using ShowView codes to simplify entering program recording information.

Recording with External Controls

Activating and Quitting External Recording Link

How to enable and disable recording based on external device signals.

Playback Operations

Optimizing Playback Quality

Adjusting picture quality and using automatic tracking for better playback.

Playback Modes

Instructions for normal, repeat, and time-limited playback modes.

General Convenient Functions

Search and Playback Features

Using search functions, still playback, slow playback, and auto-stop features.

Advanced Playback and Cassette Handling

Special Cassette Playback Modes

Playing S-VHS and NTSC cassettes, CVC Super function.

Quick Erase Function

Erasing previous recordings on a cassette without quality loss.

DVD Quick Setup

Initial Setup and Language Configuration

Guiding through initial setup, language selection, and adapting default settings.

DVD Playback Features

Basic Playback Controls

Starting, pausing, stopping, and repeating playback of discs.

DVD Playback Navigation

Chapter Review and Position Memory

Browsing chapters and resuming playback from a stored position.

Playback Modes and Track Selection

Using random, single frame, and track selection for playback.

DVD Programmed Playback

Program Play and Direct Navigator

Creating programmed playback sequences and using DVD-RAM navigation.

VCR-DVD Functions

Synchronous Recording and Dubbing

Copying discs to VHS and dubbing DVD RAM to VHS cassettes.

Music with Picture Modes

Using modes to play music and video simultaneously.

DVD Navigation Menu

Playback Menu and Selection Options

Navigating menus to select audio, picture, or group content.

DVD Media Navigation

Thumbnail and Image Display

Viewing JPEG thumbnails and rotating pictures.

On-Screen Display and Group Selection

Managing on-screen displays and selecting groups or titles.

HighMAT and CD Text Features

HighMAT Playback and Menus

Playing HighMAT discs and navigating their menus.

CD Text Information Display

Viewing CD Text information and track details.

Display Menu Functions

Playback Status and Menu Navigation

Activating playback status indicators and navigating the display menu.

Picture Mode Adjustments

Customizing picture settings like Normal, Cinema, Animation, and Dynamic modes.

Display Menu Options

Search and Playback Controls

Using various search functions, language, subtitle, and marker settings.

Image and Slideshow Settings

Rotating pictures and configuring slideshow playback.

Display Menu - Advanced Settings

Play Speed and AV Enhancer

Adjusting playback speed and using the AV Enhancer feature.

Picture and Surround Settings

Configuring picture modes, advanced surround, and dialogue enhancer.

Setup Menu - Disc and Aspect Ratio

Disc Language and Ratings

Setting audio, subtitle, menu languages, and parental ratings for discs.

TV Aspect Ratio and Time Delay

Adjusting TV aspect ratio and synchronizing audio/video timing.

Setup Menu - Audio and System Settings

Audio Output and Surround Settings

Configuring PCM output, Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dynamic Range Compression.

HighMAT and System Reset

Managing HighMAT playback and resetting system settings.

Information and Disc Compatibility

Region Codes and Disc Forms

Information on DVD region codes and compatible disc types.

File Formats and Decoder

Details on MP3, WMA, JPEG formats and the built-in decoder.

Troubleshooting - General Distortions

Audio and Display Issues

Solutions for no audio, distorted sound, or blank VCR display.

Remote Control and Screen Messages

Troubleshooting remote control problems and screen error messages.

Troubleshooting - VCR Performance

Picture Quality and Clock Set Issues

Correcting bad pictures and resolving automatic clock set problems.

Recording Function Issues

Diagnosing and fixing problems with timer and VPS/PDC recording functions.

Troubleshooting - DVD Performance

DVD Playback and Language Issues

Resolving issues like no playback, incorrect displays, and language selection problems.

Password and Aspect Angle Issues

Recovering forgotten passwords and troubleshooting aspect angle selection.

Remote Control Codes and Disc Handling

TV Remote Control Codes

List of codes for controlling TV sets with the remote control unit.

Disc and Cassette Care Guidelines

Guidelines for handling discs and video cassettes to prevent damage.

Product Specifications

Technical Specifications Summary

Detailed technical data including power, inputs, outputs, and compatible formats.

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