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Panasonic DMR-XW400 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

DMR-XW400
Model No.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EF
Region management information
DVD-Video
This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels
containing the region number "2" or "ALL".
Example:
2
ALL

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum
performance and safety, please read these
instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
This DVD Recorder is for viewing and
recording free to view channels only, not pay
TV or encrypted channels.
Trademark of the DVB Digital Video
Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
Declaration of Conformity No. 5806, 16th July
2008
Notice for DVB functions
≥Any function related to DVB (Digital Video
Broadcasting) will work in areas where
DVB-T (MPEG2, MPEG4-AVC) digital
terrestrial broadcasting is received. Consult
your local Panasonic dealer with coverage
areas.
≥This unit has the capability for DVB
specifications. But future DVB services
cannot be guaranteed.
≥This unit does not support MHP (Multimedia
Home Platform).
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    ≥Any function related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where DVB-T (MPEG2, MPEG4-AVC) digital terrestrial broadcasting is received. Consult your local Panasonic dealer with coverage areas. ≥This unit has the capability for DVB specifications. But future DVB services cannot be guaranteed.

  • Page 2: Included Accessories

    CAUTION! THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES. THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE increase separation between the product and the mobile SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS telephone.

  • Page 3: Characteristics Of This Unit

    Characteristics of this unit Record with High Definition 2 programmes Simultaneous Recording It is possible to record in high definition quality It is possible to record 2 programmes being when the broadcast is high definition. (HDD broadcasted at the same time. only) オモテ...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Getting started Title Getting started Recording Included accessories......2 Important notes for recording ....27 Characteristics of this unit .
  • Page 5 Changing the unit’s settings ....81 Still pictures Common procedures ....... 81 Tuning.

  • Page 6: Hdd And Disc Information

    HDD and disc information This unit can record or copy to the following HDD or discs. Internal DVD-RAM DVD-RAM DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-R DL DVD-R DL DVD-RW DVD-RW DVD-RW +R DL +R DL +R DL To record It can only record to HDD by pressing [¥...

  • Page 7: Recording High Definition Programmes And Copying

    Recording high definition programmes and copying This unit will record the high definition quality programmes of the digital broadcast onto the HDD with high quality image and audio as it was §1 broadcasted. If copying is performed on those programmes, they are copied in standard definition. Programmes in high definition (HD) quality Goal! Recording...

  • Page 8: Hdd And Discs You Can Use For Recording And Play

    HDD and disc information HDD and discs you can use for recording and play (≤: Possible, –: Impossible) Disc type Hard disk drive (HDD) Standard symbol [HDD] Data that can be recorded and played Video/Still picture/Music Quality in which video is recorded High definition (HD) quality/Standard definition (SD) quality Recording mode in which video is recorded DR, XP, SP, LP, EP, FR...
  • Page 9 ( 80). Note ≥+R discs recorded with this unit and +R discs recorded with another Panasonic DVD Recorder may be incompatible. However, discs that are finalised are compatible and can be played. ≥8X Speed +RW disc is not supported.

  • Page 10: Play-Only Discs

    HDD and disc information Play-only discs Disc type Logo Standard symbol Uses DVD-Video Movie and music discs [DVD-V] DVD-RW (DVD DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder [-RW‹VR›] Video ≥You can play programmes that allow One time only recording if they Recording have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc.

  • Page 11: Usb Memory And Card Information

    HD Video (AVCHD format) ≥SD Video shot with a Panasonic SD Video camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or DVD-RAM. ( 57) ≥HD Video shot with a Panasonic digital camcorder, etc. can be copied to the HDD. ( 56) Instructions You can insert directly into the SD card slot.

  • Page 12: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1Turn the unit on ( 18)  2Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) ( 22, 23, 58) Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT]. 3Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer programmes, still ...

  • Page 13: Main Unit

    Main unit               Pull to flip down the front panel. 1Standby/on switch (Í/I) ( 18) 9SD card slot ( 15) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In :USB port ( 15) standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

  • Page 14: Hdd (Hard Disk Drive) Handling Care

    ∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).

  • Page 15: Media Handling (Disc/Usb Memory/Sd Card)

    Media handling (Disc/USB memory/SD card) Inserting discs Disc and card care 1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. ∫ How to hold a disc or card ∫ Cartridge disc Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. Insert label-up.

  • Page 16: Step 1 Connection

    STEP Connection Using a 21-pin Scart cable ≥You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television ( 72). ≥You can enjoy high-quality viewing [standard definition (SD) quality] by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television ( 111). [Required]setting] “AV1 Output”...

  • Page 17: Connection To Enjoy High Definition Images

    Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [ 72, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)] ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.

  • Page 18: Settings

    STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.   DRIVE SELECT Press [Í DVD] to turn the unit on. PAGE When the Download from TV screen appears ( 19) ≥Auto-Tuning starts.
  • Page 19 ∫ Download from the TV Press [3, 4] to select “Oui” or “Non” If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting and press [OK]. HDAVI Control 3 via an HDMI cable, then the setting information on the TV is acquired by this unit when the unit is turned on for the first time.

  • Page 20: Watching Digital Broadcasts

    Watching digital broadcasts [Note] ≥This unit can receive free cable television but it cannot receive paid services. ∫ Select the programme to view using the TV DVD   Guide DRIVE  SELECT 1 Press [GUIDE]. PAGE Numbered TV Guide WED 30.07.2008 14:04 buttons WED, 30.07.2008...

  • Page 21: To Show Teletext

    To show Teletext Digital channel information You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather While stopped Press [STATUS forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters.   When “ ” appears in digital channel information ( right) ...

  • Page 22: Video Contents

    Playing DVD-Video/Playing recorded video contents Refer to “Advanced playback” ( 36) for detail Playing recorded video contents information. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can quickly find the recorded titles and easily play them. ≥[HDD] You can also sort the titles or edit the Groups of titles.( 38) ...

  • Page 23: Recording Television Programmes [Hdd]

    Recording television programmes [HDD] Refer to “Important notes for recording” ( 27) and Press [¥ REC] to start recording. “Advanced recording” ( 28) for detail information. “REC1” or “REC2” will light  REC1  DRIVE SELECT Recording will take place on open space on the HDD. Data PAGE will not be overwritten.

  • Page 24: Timer Recording (Using The Tv Guide System) [Hdd]

    Timer Recording (Using the TV Guide System) [HDD] Refer to “Advanced timer recording” ( 32–35) for detail information. Timer Recording Remain 30:24 DR 1:58 SP SUN 01/01/08 13:12 [Prog.Name] News Date SUN 1/1 Weekly Category All DVB Services Service Name 22 ABC TV Start 01:10...

  • Page 25: Deleting Titles

    Deleting titles Using the DELETE Navigator to delete  While stopped  Press [FUNCTION MENU]. DRIVE SELECT DRIVE SELECT PAGE Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. PROG/CHECK DELETE Navigator Grouped Titles Time Remaining VIDEO PICTURE MANUAL SKIP 45:54 DR MUSIC ...

  • Page 26: Copying Titles

    Copying titles Press [OK]. Press [2, 1] to select “Start” and   press [OK]. DRIVE SELECT It will automatically format the unformatted disc, such as new PAGE disc, when copying. To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. PROG/CHECK To stop copying MANUAL SKIP DELETE...

  • Page 27: Important Notes For Recording

    Important notes for recording Recording to HDD Record or timer record with the DR mode using this unit’s tuner. ≥Recording or timer recording from external equipment is performed in XP, SP, LP, EP or FR mode. Recording to discs [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Recording with this unit’s tuner is not possible.

  • Page 28: Advanced Recording

    Advanced recording Recording modes This also explains about while recording and while copying. (There are discs that can only copy, depending on the disc) Recording modes that can be selected differ depending on the recording methods and discs. Recording XP, SP, LP, EP mode Direct Recording mode Flexible Recording Mode...

  • Page 29: Programmes Simultaneous Recording

    ∫ Regarding recording time remaining ≥When recording in other than DR mode, this unit records using a VBR (Variable bit rate) data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments which may cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording. If the remaining amount of time is insufficient, delete any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording.

  • Page 30: Playing While You Are Recording

    Advanced recording Playing while you are recording Chasing playback Playback from the beginning of the title of the programme recording to the HDD, while recording to the HDD. Simultaneous rec and play Playback the previously recorded title while recording onto the HDD or timer recording onto the disc.

  • Page 31: Operation During Recording

    Operation during Recording Check the recording Press [STATUS programme e.g., while 2 programmes simultaneous recording Recording programme displayed on the TV screen REC1 090 NINE HD Recording programme not displayed on the TV screen 002 ABC TV REC2 Display the recording To display the programme being recorded, perform the following operation.

  • Page 32: Advanced Timer Recording

    Advanced timer recording Press [OK]. Manually programming timer recordings The timer programme is stored and the timer icon is displayed. Timer recording of the broadcast Recording disc: [HDD] 1:58 SP Recording mode:DR Drive/Mode Space Timer recording from the external equipment connected to AV1, ...

  • Page 33: To Release The Unit From Recording Standby

    To release the unit from recording To cancel recording when recording standby has already begun Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording Press [INPUT SELECT] or [W X CH] to display the programme that list by pressing [PROG/CHECK].

  • Page 34: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme

    Advanced timer recording Notes on timer recording Check, change or delete a programme ≥Only 1 programme can be set to timer record on the disc. Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording ≥Timer recording will not be performed if the clock is not set. list by pressing [PROG/CHECK].

  • Page 35: Operations In The Tv Guide System

    ∫ When the TV Guide displays the empty TV Guide Operations in the TV Guide system list Basic operations TV Guide WED 30.07.2008 14:04 WED, 30.07.2008 Landscape All Types All DVB Services Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait 13:55-14:45 Inspecteur Derrick The “empty”...

  • Page 36: Advanced Playback

    Advanced playback [Note] ≥When playing back a title recorded on the HDD ensure that you match the “TV System” setting to the recorded title ( 86). ≥A disc or title with different “TV System” ( 86) may not be able to playback while recording or on standby for the timer recording. You will be able to playback by changing the “TV System”...

  • Page 37: Changing Audio During Play

    Skipping the 1 Press [TIME SLIP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the time and press [OK]. specified time Play skips the specified time. (Time Slip) ≥Each time you press [3, 4], the time increases [3] or decreases [4] by 1 minute intervals. (Press and Except [DVD-V] [AVCHD] DivX hold for 10-minute intervals.) This automatically disappears after approximately 5 seconds.

  • Page 38: Selecting Recorded Programmes (Titles) To Play-Direct Navigator

    Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator Direct Navigator screen icons Playback the title that was viewed once [HDD] Currently recording. You can choose to start the playback from the point you have last Title protected. stopped, or from the beginning when the resume play function ( 36) is operating.

  • Page 39: Playback Of The High Definition Video (Avchd)

    Playback of the High Definition Video (AVCHD) [AVCHD] It is possible to playback the high definition (AVCHD format) video To exit the screen recorded on the Panasonic High definition Video Camera on the disc Press [EXIT]. or SD card. To display the top menu Insert a disc or SD card.

  • Page 40: Playing Divx

    Playing DivX Playing DivX video contents Using the tree screen to find a folder While the file list is displayed [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] You can play DivX video contents recorded with a computer onto Press [OPTION]. DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Select Folder”.
  • Page 41 ∫ Types of subtitles text file that can be displayed Regarding DivX VOD content Subtitles text that satisfy the following conditions can be displayed on this unit. DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright ≥File format: MicroDVD, SubRip, or TMPlayer protection.

  • Page 42: Editing Titles

    Editing titles [HDD] [RAM] Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.) [+RW] [HDD] [RAM] When “VIDEO” is not selected, press the “Red” [-RW‹VR›] Only “Properties” is possible. button to select “VIDEO”. Press [3, 4] to select the title. Editing of the title can be performed with this unit.

  • Page 43: Title Operations

    Title operations After performing steps 1–4 ( 42) Delete Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. § ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] ≥The available recording space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase when you delete [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] titles.

  • Page 44: High Speed Copy Preparation

    Editing titles Title operations After performing steps 1–4 ( 42) High Speed Copy High Speed Copy Preparation is a function to convert the recording mode of the title in DR mode. The converted title will be copied to HDD, and makes it possible to perform high speed copy to a disc. It will take Preparation [HDD] about the same time as playback of the title to convert the recording mode.

  • Page 45: Create/Playback/Edit Of The Chapter

    Create/Playback/Edit of the Chapter [HDD] [RAM] Press [2, 1] to select the chapter. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [-RW‹VR›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Only playback of chapter is possible. To start play Press [OK]. To edit Step 5. To create Press the “Green” button. ( below) Regarding Chapters Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one...

  • Page 46: Copying Titles

    Copying titles There are following copying methods. Copy Easy copying from HDD to disc with no difficult settings. ( 26) Copy Title Playing Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. ( 49) Make a copying list and then copy. Advanced Copy You can set the unit to copy titles in the way you want.
  • Page 47 ∫ Copy speed (≤: Possible, –: Impossible) High speed mode Normal speed mode Features It will take same or longer time as the recorded time of the copying title. Copy with shorter time than the recorded time of the title with same quality (recording mode). ≥If you select a recording mode with better picture quality than the original, the picture quality does not improve.

  • Page 48: Frequently Asked Questions

    “Off” – Titles that contain many deleted segments. – Titles that have been copied to the HDD from an SD card or a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD (SD Video)( 57). – [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Titles recorded in “EP” mode and “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)”...

  • Page 49: Copy Title Playing

    ∫ Speed and recording mode when copying Copy Title Playing Titles in DR modes Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. Copy destination Recording mode Copy Speed ≥It will start copying from the beginning of the title regardless of the playing position.

  • Page 50: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy

    Copying titles ≥When copying to a disc using high speed mode, only titles Copying using the copying list— indicated with “ ” can be registered. Advanced Copy ≥To show other pages Press [:, 9]. [HDD] ,-. [RAM] [+RW] 4 Press [OK]. [-RW‹VR›] >...
  • Page 51 ∫ To check the properties of a title and sort COPY COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions Navigator/Copying list COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators 1 Press [3, 4] to select the title and press Titles that can be copied in high speed mode to [OPTION].

  • Page 52: Copying A Finalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl

    Copying titles Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, When the top menu is displayed Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and you want to start copying, and press +R DL [OK]. [DVD-V] > [HDD] You can copy the content of finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW My favorite 01/02...

  • Page 53: Recording Broadcasts From External Equipment

    Recording broadcasts from external equipment Press [2, 1] to select “Hour” and See also “Important notes for recording” ( 27). “Min.” and press [3, 4] to set the recording time. Recording from digital satellite receiver ≥You can also set the recording time with the numbered Recording disc: [HDD] buttons.

  • Page 54: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder

    Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front Manual recording ≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. Recording disc: [HDD] Recording mode:XP, SP, LP, EP Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. ≥When recording bilingual programmes ( 27, Important notes for recording)

  • Page 55: Dv Automatic Recording (Dv Auto Recording)

    DV automatic recording (DV Auto Recording via AV3 input Recording) Recording disc: [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Recording mode: FR Recording disc: [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] It is possible to record to disc from equipment connected to the AV3 Recording mode: XP, SP, LP, EP input terminals.

  • Page 56: Copy The Hd Video (Avchd Format) Or The Sd Video (Mpeg 2 Format)

    Copy the HD Video (AVCHD format) or the SD Video (MPEG 2 format) Copying HD Video (AVCHD format) It is possible to copy the HD video (AVCHD format) recorded on the Panasonic High Definition Video Camera to the HDD or disc. ∫ From an SD card or Discs ∫...

  • Page 57: Copying Sd Video (Mpeg 2 Format)

    Copying SD Video (MPEG 2 format) It is possible to copy the SD video (MPEG2 format) recorded on the Panasonic Digital Video Camera to the HDD or disc. ∫ From an SD card ∫ From a video equipment [SD] > [HDD] [RAM] Camera’s HDD >...

  • Page 58: Playing Still Pictures

    Playing still pictures Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] [SD] ≥You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. [HDD] [RAM] ≥You cannot play still pictures while recording or copying. When “PICTURE”...

  • Page 59: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play

    Useful functions during still picture play Start Slide You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the album or date. Show 2 Press [OPTION]. Slide Show ≥Slide show will start by pressing [1] (PLAY). e.g, 3 Press [3, 4] to select “Start Slide Show”...

  • Page 60: Editing Still Pictures

    Editing still pictures Press [3, 4] to select the operation Editing still pictures (JPEG) and press [OK]. [HDD] [RAM] [SD] (e.g., [HDD] Pictures by Date) ≥Editing can be done in units of pictures, albums, or dates. ≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD- R/CD-RW and USB memory.

  • Page 61: Still Pictures Operation

    Still pictures operation After performing steps 1–3 ( Copy to Album Copy the selected album, date, or pictures to an existing album. § 1 Press [2, 1] to select “Start” and press [OK]. [HDD] [RAM] 2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the destination album and press [OK]. ≥The destination album with protect setting cannot be copied to.

  • Page 62: Copying Still Pictures

    Copying still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [USB] [SD] Press [3, 4] to select “Copy Pictures ≥Pictures copied from SD card and USB memory will be categorised (JPEG)” and press [OK]. according to the shooting date. Pictures without recording date will be categorised using the creation date. ≥You cannot copy pictures recorded to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/ Copy New Pictures ( JPEG ) CD-RW.
  • Page 63 [Note] Register still pictures for copy. ≥The sequence in which the still pictures are registered on the copy ≥If you are going to copy a registered list without making any list may not be the same at the copy destination. changes to it ( step 7).

  • Page 64: Playing Music

    Playing music Playing MP3 files Playing music CD [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Insert a music CD. You can play MP3 files recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R,　 DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. The unit starts accessing the Gracenote Database ( 69) and ®...

  • Page 65: Playing Music Recorded On Hdd

    Press [3, 4] to select the track and Playing music recorded on HDD press [OK]. Copying music to HDD ( 0.09 4.30 DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music List Preparation March Moon Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. Do this flower open? Playing track Track Name Artist...

  • Page 66: Useful Functions During Music Play

    Playing music When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) that supports HDAVI Control 2 or HDAVI Control 3 and an amplifier/receiver supports HDAVI Control, the unit is turned off if the power to the television is turned off, continuously even since “Power off link”...

  • Page 67: Editing Music/Playlist

    Editing music/playlist Editing music Album and track operation After performing step 1–4 ( left) [HDD] Preparation Delete All Tracks Delete all tracks in the HDD. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” ≥While displaying Music and press [OK].

  • Page 68: Register Track To Playlist

    Editing music/playlist Register track to Playlist Editing Playlist [HDD] [HDD] You can register your favourite albums and tracks into 10 preset Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. playlists. ≥Name of the playlist can be changed. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button ≥New playlist cannot be added.

  • Page 69: Copying Music To Hdd

    Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. While stopped Music CD (CD-DA) Insert a disc or USB memory. When inserting music CDs, this unit makes access to the internal [CD] (Music CD) Gracenote Database to obtain title information.

  • Page 70: Deleting Still Pictures And Music Using Delete Navigator

    Deleting still pictures and music using DELETE Navigator Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. Deleting still pictures Deleting music [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [HDD] While stopped While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “Delete”...

  • Page 71: Entering Text

    Entering text [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a You can give names to recorded titles, etc. character and press [OK]. The maximum number of characters: Repeat this step to enter other characters. Characters [HDD] [RAM] ≥To delete a character...

  • Page 72: Linked Operations With The Tv (Viera Link "Hdavi Control Tm "/Q Link)

    Even if the TV is set to standby mode, the unit will not be set to standby mode at the same time when recording, copying, finalising etc. ≥When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the receiver will also turn off.

  • Page 73: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control

    Easy control only with VIERA remote control If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” function with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions. You can operate this unit using the following buttons on the TV remote control. [3, 4, 2, 1], [OK], [RETURN], [EXIT], [OPTION] and the coloured buttons.

  • Page 74: Convenient Functions To Playback And Viewing Or Listening

    Convenient functions to playback and viewing or listening Audio attribute Using on-screen menus LPCM/ÎDigital/ÎDigital+/ Signal type DTS/MPEG: Sampling frequency Common procedures k (kHz): Number of bits b (bit): Number of channels ch (channel): Press [DISPLAY]. Language ENG: English DAN: Danish THA: Thai Disc...
  • Page 75 Play menu—Change the play sequence Sound menu—Change the sound effect This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that Sound Effects can be selected will differ. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [CD] [USB] [AVCHD] Repeat Play...

  • Page 76: Status Messages

    Convenient functions to playback and viewing or listening Status messages Switch the aspect ratio of the screen Press [STATUS When black bars are shown at the top, bottom, left, and right sides of the screen, you can enlarge the image to fill the screen. The display changes each time you press the button.

  • Page 77: Function Menu Window/Pause Live Tv

    FUNCTION MENU window/Pause Live TV FUNCTION MENU window To pause the TV programme you are watching—Pause Live TV By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. You can pause the TV programme you are watching using this unit’s tuner and resume later by temporarily saving it on the HDD.

  • Page 78: Disc And Card Management

    Disc and card management [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Providing a name for a disc [SD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Common procedures You can provide a name for each disc. Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD or SD drive. Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive.

  • Page 79: Deleting All Titles-Delete All Titles

    Deleting all titles—Delete all titles Enabling the unit’s recording function—Format [RAM] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Preparation [+R] [+R]DL] (New disc only) ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. [SD] ≥Release protection ( 78, Setting the protection). Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD or SD drive. After performing steps 1–3 ( 78, Common procedures) ≥[RAM] [SD] Release protection (...

  • Page 80: Selecting The Background Style-Top Menu

    ≥You cannot finalise discs recorded on other manufacturer’s and press [OK]. equipment. ≥If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be background and press [OK].

  • Page 81: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. Tuning ≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ∫ Edit Profiles Common procedures You can create four profiles of channels for making viewing and recording easier.

  • Page 82: New Service Message

    Changing the unit’s settings ∫ DVB Manual Tuning Signal Strength The display for signal strength is grey. “0” means signal strength 0%, You can set channels manually that the DVB Auto-Setup could not “10” means signal strength 100%. complete successfully. If the signal is too strong, the display will change from grey to red.

  • Page 83: Hdd/Disc

    HDD/Disc Aspect for Recording Sets the aspect ratio when recording. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) It is valid when recording in following. ≥When recording to DVD-R, DVD-R DL or DVD-RW (DVD- Settings for DVD-Video Playback Video format) ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings.

  • Page 84: Picture

    Changing the unit’s settings Picture Digital Audio Output ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) PCM Down Conversion Still Mode Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz. Select the type of picture shown when you pause play ( 111, It will be converted to 48 kHz regardless of the setting in...

  • Page 85: Display

    Audio Mode for XP Recording Display Choose the audio type when recording or copying with XP mode. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) [Dolby Digital] ( 110) [LPCM] ( 111) ≥The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than that of Language normal XP mode recordings.

  • Page 86: Connection

    Changing the unit’s settings HDMI Connection Connection ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) HDMI Video Mode Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be Select “On” when video is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal. shaded in grey on the display and cannot be selected, or you may not be able to change the settings.

  • Page 87: Network Settings

    Component Resolution Network Settings This sets the video output resolution when using the component video terminal. IP Address/DNS Settings [576i/480i] [576p/480p] [720p] [1080i] ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. ≥If it is set to “720p”, images other than “720p” will be output as “1080i”.

  • Page 88: Others

    Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote turned to “Off”.) control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic – When the unit is off, Pay TV programmes cannot be watched products close together.

  • Page 89: Network Settings

    ∫ Setting the DNS-IP Network Settings In most cases, default settings can normally be used without making any changes. These settings are used if you will connect this unit to a network. When setting an assigned DNS server from your internet service The connection to the Internet may take time or the internet may not provider, perform the following settings.

  • Page 90: Software Update

    ∫ If a software update is available, a notification is website and burn it to a CD-R to update the software. displayed. http://panasonic.net/support/ New software version has been found. The software will be updated automatically after the unit is switched to standby.

  • Page 91: Other Settings

    Manufacturer and Code No. If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD” appears Brand Code Brand Code on the unit’s display and operation is impossible. Panasonic 01/02/03/04 METZ 05/28 AIWA MITSUBISHI 05/19/20/47 To cancel the Child Lock Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN] simultaneously until “X HOLD”...

  • Page 92: Additional Connections

    Additional connections Leave “Yellow” unconnected. § Connecting a television with Connecting a television with AUDIO/ COMPONENT VIDEO terminals VIDEO or S VIDEO terminals The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the Television’s rear panel VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) COMPONENT Television’s rear panel Television’s rear panel...

  • Page 93: Connecting An Amplifier With A Digital Input Terminal

    ≥When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less. Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [ 72, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)]...

  • Page 94: Connecting An Analogue Television And Vcr

    Additional connections Connecting an Analogue television and VCR Television’s rear panel To household mains socket To the aerial (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) Connecting a terminal other VHF/UHF RF IN than the 21-pin Scart terminal 17, 92) AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

  • Page 95: Network Connection

    Network connection Following function will be available when this unit is connected to the network. ≥This document is assuming that you already have a broadband connection. ≥This connection is not necessary if following functions are not to be used. Automatically acquire the Automatically acquire the title of the CD or the information about the artist.

  • Page 96: Operations That Can Be Performed

    Operations that can be performed simultaneously Operations that can be performed while recording or copying a title (≤: Possible, –: Impossible) Playback of HDD Playback of discs Playback of still Playback of music pictures recorded on HDD While recording to HDD in DR mode –...

  • Page 97: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Set up Page Which aerial is suitable for receiving ≥You can use your current aerial. Room rod aerials are also suitable. Use an indoor —...

  • Page 98: Messages

    Messages On the television Page ≥You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different Authorisation Error. registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) Cannot finish recording completely. ≥The programme was copy-protected. —...
  • Page 99 On the unit’s display The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. Page ≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. (“∑”...

  • Page 100: Troubleshooting Guide

    This does not indicate a problem with this unit. breaks. ≥Operations are slow to respond in power save mode. ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.) Power Page No power. ≥Insert the AC mains lead securely into a known active household mains socket.
  • Page 101 TV screen and video Page Television reception worsens ≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It — after connecting the unit. can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. If it is not solved by using a signal booster, consult the dealer.
  • Page 102 Troubleshooting guide Sound Page No sound. ≥Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the 16, 17, Low volume. amplifier if you have connected one. Distorted sound. 92–95 Cannot hear the desired audio ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. type.
  • Page 103 ≥It takes longer than normal to copy many titles. — ≥You cannot high speed copy to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other Panasonic — DVD Recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 hours) mode recording.
  • Page 104 ≥You may be able to copy a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to DVD-RAM — using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection. ≥When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8 hours) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM.
  • Page 105 Still pictures Page Cannot display Direct Navigator ≥This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy. — screen. Cannot edit or format a card. ≥Release the card’s protection setting. The contents of the card cannot ≥Remove the card from the slot and then insert again. If this does not solve the problem, turn —...
  • Page 106 Troubleshooting guide TV Guide Page The TV Guide System does not ≥Check whether the clock is properly set. receive any data. ≥If signal quality is bad (ghost images or limited reception), the TV Guide system may not be — able to receive any data. “No Data”...
  • Page 107 VIERA Link Page VIERA Link doesn’t work. ≥Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the front display when — the power for the main unit is set to On. ≥Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”. ≥Check the “HDAVI Control”...

  • Page 108: Specifications

    Specifications Recording system DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format Audio DVD-R: DVD-Video format Recording system: Dolby Digital 2ch (XP, SP, LP, EP mode), DVD-R DL (Dual Layer): DVD-Video format Linear PCM (XP mode), DVD-RW: DVD-Video format Dolby Digital Max 5.1ch (DVB-T) (DR mode) Dolby Digital Plus Max 5.1 ch (DVB-T) (DR mode) +R DL (Double Layer) MPEG 2ch (DR mode)
  • Page 109 SD Card JPEG Slot: SD Memory Card slot: 1 pc Playable [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Compatible media: SD Memory Card , SDHC Memory Card §3 media [SD] Format: FAT12, FAT16 (In case of SD Memory Card) §4 File JPEG conforming DCF (Design rule for Camera File FAT32 (In case of SDHC Memory Card)

  • Page 110: Glossary

    Glossary Specifications ∫ Structure of folders displayed by this unit AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras You can play DivX, MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. making folders as shown below.
  • Page 111 Finalise Pan & Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, fills the screen. etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalise DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL on this unit.

  • Page 112: Safety Precautions

    AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
  • Page 113 Gracenote Corporate Description ® Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Gracenote ® . Gracenote is the industry standard in music Equipment and used Batteries recognition technology and related content delivery. These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or For more information visit www.gracenote.com.

  • Page 114: Index

    Index Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu)....75 Direct Navigator Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) ....75 Music .
  • Page 115 Music SD card Copy ..........69 Copy (HD Video) .
  • Page 116 Environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQT9249-L Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) F0908TJ0 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...

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