Operating The Dvd Recorder By Computer; Step 1 Connection - Panasonic DMR-E500H Operating Instructions Manual

Operating the DVD recorder by computer

The following operations are possible.
–Giving names to video titles
–Playback of MPEG4 titles
–
Viewing JPEG
HDD DVD SD PC
This unit
You can connect to the network with a router.
≥Set the router's DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) to enable it to automatically assign IP addresses. The default configuration of the
router is normally sufficient.
≥Use a router that supports 100BASE-TX.
≥It may not be possible to connect this unit to the Internet depending upon router security settings.
Visit Panasonic's homepage for more information about the Network function of the DVD recorder.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/dvd/index.html
≥Refer to the router's operating instructions or contact your Internet service provider for information about router connections and settings.
1
STEP Connection
Connecting a LAN cable to this unit
AC IN
This unit
LAN cable (not included)
≥Use category 5 cable.
To computer, router, etc.
∫ To prevent improper use
≥The unit's network password:
–Please do not reveal your password to anyone or let it be seen by anyone.
–Should a third party have carried out the installation and setting-up of this unit please change the password.
–Please initialize the password before requesting any repairs (➡page 78).
–If transferring this unit to a third party, or throwing it away, please initialize it.
≥We are unable to provide any technological information related to network security.
∫ Service support
It is the customer's responsibility to bear all essential connection costs for this unit. These include equipment for Internet communications (modem,
router, hub etc.) and contract, installation, set-up, connection and telecommunication fees from the telecommunications carrier and Internet provider.
∫ Connecting to the Internet
The Internet connection may not work if not used for years. Please consult your dealer.
∫ Indemnity Clause
≥Disclosure of the unit's network password to a third party can result in the improper use of this unit. The password is your responsibility so
please look after it. We accept no responsibility for improper use of this unit due to disclosing the password to a third party.
≥We accept no responsibility for any loss from a connection failure or a malfunction caused by using equipment for Internet connections not
specified by us, or using more than one piece of software in a combination not intended.
≥Advanced knowledge about networks is essential for changing router security settings. Please use your judgement before proceeding with any
such changes. We accept no responsibility for any problems incurred as a result of changing router security settings. We are also unable to
respond to any inquiries about router usage.
Computer system requirements
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OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional pre-installed
WWW browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
Windows Media Player: Ver 8.0 or later (Ver 9.0 recommended)
Display: 1024k768 pixels or more, High Color (16 bit) or more
Interface: LAN port (100BASE-TX recommended)
[Note]
≥Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled, some personal computers may not operate properly
with this unit.
≥The network function cannot be used with Macintosh computers.
≥You will need to download an audio decoder etc. for MPEG4 playback (➡page 56, When you playback MPEG4 titles).
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
LAN cable (not included)
≥Use category 5 cable.
Computer
SUB WOOFER CENTER R - SURROUND - L R L
AUDIO OUT
jLAN (10/100) 5.1ch FRONT
R - AUDIO - L VIDEO S-VIDEO
OPTICAL
VIDEO
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT R - AUDIO - L S-VIDEO
(PCM/BITSTREAM)
The LAN terminal may have one of
the following marks,
e.g.,
Modem
(Dial-up)
Y
RF IN
P
B
AV1 (TV)
P R
AV2 (DECODER/EXT)
COMPONENT
RF OUT
VIDEO OUT
(PROGRESSIVE/
INTERLACE)
Internet
RQT7755
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