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Panasonic Diga DMR-EH58 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

DMR-EH68
Model No.
DMR-EH58
The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the black model of
DMR-EH58 for Australia and N.Z.
[For]Australia]and]N.Z.]
GC GCS GN
Instructions/notes regarding SD Cards and
SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68
model only.
Region number supported by
this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD
Recorders and DVD-Video according to
where they are sold.
For Asia
≥The region number of this unit is "3".
≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with
labels containing "3" or "ALL".
Example:
3
ALL
For Australia and N.Z.
≥The region number of this unit is "4".
≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with
labels containing "4" or "ALL".
Example:
4
ALL
For Middle East
≥The region number of this unit is "2".
≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with
labels containing "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.
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    DVD Recorder DMR-EH68 Model No. DMR-EH58 The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the black model of DMR-EH58 for Australia and N.Z. [For]Australia]and]N.Z.] GC GCS GN Instructions/notes regarding SD Cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only.

  • Page 2: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    DMR-EH58 for Australia and N.Z. [EH68] : indicates features applicable to DMR-EH68 only. [EH58] : indicates features applicable to DMR-EH58 only. ≥Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only.

  • Page 4: Included Accessories

    Included accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of February 2008. These may be subject to change.) ∏ ∏ [For]Asia]and]Middle]East] [For]Asia] 1 Remote control 2 AC mains leads (N2QAYB000134) [For]Australia]and]N.Z.] 1 AC mains lead [For]Australia]and]N.Z.] 1 Remote control [For]Middle]East] 2 AC mains leads...

  • Page 5: 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 6: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. e.g., [Australia]and]N.Z.] ¦ ¦ DRIVE SELECT DELETE -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH PAUSE STOP TIME SLIP OPTION CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE F Rec RQT9075 1Turn the unit on (➡ 10) 2Select drive [HDD, DVD or SD ([EH68])] (➡...

  • Page 7: Main Unit

    Main unit 1Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➡ 10) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. 2Disc tray (➡ 15) 3Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 23) 4Connection for VCR, camcorder etc.

  • Page 8: Step 1 Connection

    STEP Connection ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Refer to “Additional connections” (➡ 63) for connection using other terminals and connection with other equipment. When the unit is not to be used for a long time To save power, unplug it from the household mains socket.
  • Page 9 ≥Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [➡ 34, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.

  • Page 10: Step 2 Channel Reception Settings And Tv Aspect Settings

    STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings e.g., [Australia]and]N.Z.] ¦ DVD ¦ ¦ DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE SKIP PAUSE STOP TIME SLIP ,,, OPTION AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.

  • Page 11: Hdd And Disc Information

    [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment (➡ 56). [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD- RAM compatible DVD players. [-R]DL], [+R]DL] or [+RW] can be played back only on equipment compatible with these discs.

  • Page 12: Discs That Cannot Be Played

    [DVD-V] High quality movie and music discs [-RW‹VR›] DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder ≥You can play programmes that allow One time only recording if they have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc. ≥By formatting (➡ 55) the disc, you can record onto it in DVD-Video format.

  • Page 13: Usb Memory And Card Information

    ≥Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit. ≥[EH68] If a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD is connected to this unit’s USB port, you can copy the SD Video shot with the camera to this unit’s HDD or DVD-RAM.

  • Page 14: Regarding Divx Files, Mp3 Files And Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    Regarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. DivX [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Playable media File DivX ≥Files must have the format extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI”...

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

    ≥A disc used as described above and then played again in this e.g., miniSD unit. ≥A disc recorded and edited with a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this unit. ADAPTER DO NOT...

  • Page 16: Playing Recorded Video Contents/Playing Play-Only Discs

    Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to “Advanced playback” (➡ 26) for detail information. e.g., [Australia]and]N.Z.] ¦ ¦ DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE SKIP PAUSE STOP TIME SLIP ,,, OPTION OPTION CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE Preparation ≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.

  • Page 17: Recording Television Programmes

    Recording television programmes Refer to “Important notes for recording” (➡ 20) and “Advanced recording” (➡ 21) for detail information. e.g., [Australia]and]N.Z.] ¦ ¦ DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons INPUT SELECT G-Code DELETE -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH PAUSE STOP PLAY/x1.3 TIME SLIP EXIT OPTION RETURN CREATE...

  • Page 18: Timer Recording Using G- Code System [For]Australia]And]N.z.]

    Timer recording using G- Refer to “Advanced timer recording” (➡ 24–25) for detail information. [Australia]and]N.Z.] ¦ DVD ¦ ¦ DRIVE SELECT DELETE SKIP STOP TIME SLIP 3, 4 OPTION AUDIO DISPLAY REC MODE [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥To use a new disc, formatting is necessary.

  • Page 19: Deleting Titles

    Deleting titles e.g., [Australia]and]N.Z.] ¦ ¦ DRIVE SELECT DRIVE SELECT INPUT SELECT G-Code DELETE _ DELETE -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH ,  STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 TIME SLIP EXIT 2, 3, 4, 5 OPTION RETURN CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER MANUAL SKIP “Red” REC MODE F Rec STATUS...

  • Page 20: Important Notes For Recording

    Important notes for recording [HDD] [RAM] When recording a Both main and secondary audio can be recorded. bilingual programme You can change the audio during playback. (➡ 26, Changing audio during play) However in the following cases, select whether to record the main or secondary audio: –...

  • Page 21: Advanced Recording

    Advanced recording Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) Recording Mode [EH58] [EH68] (250 GB) (320 GB) XP (High picture 55 hours 71 hours quality recording...

  • Page 22: Flexible Recording

    Advanced recording Flexible Recording (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. ∫...

  • Page 23: 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 You can also connect to the AV4 input terminals on the rear. ≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. This unit S VIDEO VIDEO...

  • Page 24: Advanced Timer Recording

    Advanced timer recording Manually programming timer recordings Press [PROG/CHECK]. Timer 1:58 SP Remain 30:24 SP Recording TUE 14.10.08. 12:53:00 Drive Name Date Start Stop Mode space & ARD 15. 7. TUE 19:00 20:00 New Timer Programme Press [3, 4] to select “New Timer Programme”...

  • Page 25: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme

    Check, change or delete a programme ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Icons Timer recording standby is activated. This programme is currently recording. The times overlap those in another programme. Recording of the programme with the later start time starts when the earlier programme finishes recording.

  • Page 26: Advanced Playback

    Advanced playback Operation during play ≥Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible. Stop Press [∫]. The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Stopped position ≥If [∫] is pressed several times, the position is cleared in some cases.

  • Page 27: Selecting Recorded Programmes (Titles) To Play-Direct Navigator

    Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can quickly find the recorded titles and easily play them. You can also sort the titles or edit the Groups of titles. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [RAM] When “VIDEO”...

  • Page 28: Playing Divx, Mp3 And Still Pictures

    Playing DivX, MP3 and still pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. Showing the menu screen [CD] 1 Insert the disc. 2 If the disc contains different file types Playback Play Mode:DivX Select file type.

  • Page 29: Playing Mp3 Files

    Regarding DivX VOD content DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit. Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit.

  • Page 30: Playing Still Pictures

    Playing DivX, MP3 and still pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. Playing still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [CD] [USB] [SD] You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a CD-R/ CD-RW and USB memory.

  • Page 31: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play

    Useful functions during still picture play Start Slide Show You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. While the Album View screen is displayed 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the album. Slide Show Setting 2 Press [1] (PLAY).

  • Page 32: Playing Music

    Playing music To play music CD Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. Insert a music CD. The menu is automatically displayed. Play Music Copy Music SELECT RETURN Press [3, 4] to select “Play Music” and press [OK]. The unit starts accessing the Gracenote and searches for the title information.

  • Page 33: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions FUNCTION MENU window By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc. FUNCTION MENU Remain 30:00 SP Playback Recording Delete Copy...

  • Page 34: Linked Operations With The Tv (Viera Link "Hdavi Control Tm ")

    What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”? VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or receiver under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.

  • Page 35: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control

    Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. 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.

  • Page 36: Editing Titles/Chapters

    Editing titles/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.) [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Title/Chapter Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. Title Chapter Start [HDD] [RAM] You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each section between the division points becomes a chapter.

  • Page 37: Title Operations

    Title operations After performing steps 1–4 (➡ 36) § Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. Delete ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] ≥The available recording space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase when you delete titles. [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +RW increases only when the last recorded title is deleted.

  • Page 38: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists

    Creating, editing and playing playlists You can arrange the chapters (➡ 36) to create a playlist. Title Chapter Chapter Chapter Playlist Chapter Copying (➡ 43) a playlist will create a title. ≥Playlists are not recorded separately so this doesn’t use much capacity.

  • Page 39: Playlist Operations

    Editing and playing playlists/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select “Playlists” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the playlist.

  • Page 40: Editing Still Pictures And Music

    Editing still pictures and music Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. Editing still pictures (JPEG) [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥You can edit pictures and albums. ≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory.

  • Page 41: Editing Music

    Editing music [HDD] Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. Press [3, 4] to select “Play CD on HDD” or “Play MP3 on HDD” and press [OK].

  • Page 42: Entering Text

    Entering text Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters: [HDD] [RAM] Title Playlist Album of still pictures...

  • Page 43: Copying Titles Or Playlists

    Copying titles or playlists Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. Features Easy copying from HDD to DVD with no difficult settings. HDD ➝ DVD Copy direction DVD ➝ HDD §1 High speed mode copy Changing recording mode §3 Finalise...

  • Page 44: Copy

    Copying titles or playlists Before copying When copying a title with main and secondary audio ≥Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from “Bilingual Audio Selection” (➡ 59) when: – Copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW.

  • Page 45: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy

    Copying using the copying list– Advanced Copy [HDD] ,-. [RAM] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] > [HDD] [HDD] > [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [SD] > [HDD] [RAM] You can order titles and playlists as desired for copy to disc. See also “Before copying” (➡ 44). While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU].

  • Page 46: Copying A Finalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl

    Copying titles or playlists COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators Titles and playlists that can be copied in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, +RW Titles and playlists that can be copied in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) (However, titles and playlists cannot be copied in...

  • Page 47: Copying Sd Video From An Sd Card [Eh68]

    [EH68] Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have been taken by a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, can be copied from the camera’s HDD to this unit’s HDD or DVD-RAM. (All the recordings on the same date become a title.) ≥You cannot playback SD Video in the camera’s HDD with this unit.

  • Page 48: Copying Still Pictures

    Copying still pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only [HDD] [RAM] [USB] [SD] ≥SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-compatible equipment. SDHC Memory Cards cannot be used with equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards.
  • Page 49 Register still pictures for copy. ≥If you are going to copy a registered list without making any changes to it (➡ step 7). You can register still pictures or still picture folders. ≥Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same list.

  • Page 50: Copying Music To Hdd

    Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. Music CD (CD-DA) When copying music CDs, this unit makes access to the internal Gracenote ® Database to obtain title information. The album name, track name and artist name are assigned automatically allowing you find the track easily when playing back.

  • Page 51: To Update The Gracenote Database

    CD title information of that CD is added to the database by updating later, the information will not be assigned to the track/ album already copied on the HDD. (The names will be still blank.) ≥Depending on the situation of Panasonic or Gracenote, upgrading the Gracenote ®...

  • Page 52: Using On-Screen Menus/Status Message

    Using on-screen menus/Status message Using on-screen menus Common procedures Press [DISPLAY]. Disc Soundtrack Play Subtitle Picture Audio channel Sound Other Menu Item ≥Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc contents, there are some items that you cannot select or change.

  • Page 53: Status Messages

    Play menu—Change the play sequence This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ. Repeat Play ≥All [CD] [VCD] ≥Chapter [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] ≥Group...

  • Page 54: Hdd, Disc And Card Management

    HDD, disc and card management Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EH68 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] Common procedures Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU].

  • Page 55: Deleting All Titles And Playlists-Delete All Titles

    Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete all titles [HDD] [RAM] Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥[RAM] Release protection (➡ 54, Setting the protection). After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 54, Common procedures) Press [3, 4] to select “Delete all titles”...

  • Page 56: Selecting The Background Style-Top Menu

    – ≥You cannot finalise discs recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. ≥If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be displayed. ≥Discs finalised on this unit may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the recording.

  • Page 57: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using the Setup menu. ≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Common procedures While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press [OK].

  • Page 58: Disc

    Changing the unit’s settings Auto-Setup Restart Download from TV You can restart auto channel setting if set up (➡ 10) fails for some reason. Select “Download from TV” when you connect the unit to a VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 3) compatible TV with a HDMI cable. (Programme positions are downloaded from the TV for the channels in this unit’s channel coverage and copied through this convenient function.)

  • Page 59: Picture

    Picture (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Comb Filter Select the picture sharpness when recording. The setting is fixed with “On” if you set “TV System” to “NTSC” (➡ 60). [On] Pictures become clear and vivid. Normally, use this setting.

  • Page 60: Connection

    Changing the unit’s settings Connection (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be shaded in grey on the display and cannot be selected, or you may not be able to change the settings. TV Aspect Set to match the type of television connected.

  • Page 61: Others

    (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Remote Control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. [DVD 1] [DVD 2] Use “DVD 1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.

  • Page 62: Other Settings

    Input select Point the remote control at the television While pressing [Í TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons. [0] ➡ [1] e.g., Manufacturer and Code No. Brand Code Panasonic 01/02/03/04 METZ AIWA MITSUBISHI AKAI 27/30 MIVAR BEJING BEKO...

  • Page 63: Additional Connections

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

  • Page 64: Connecting An Amplifier With A Digital Input Terminal

    ≥Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [➡ 34, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.

  • Page 65: Connecting A Television And Vcr

    Connecting a television and VCR To the aerial VHF/UHF RF IN Other connections (➡ 9, 63) Audio/Video cable Aerial cable IN IN OPTICAL DIGI DIGITAL AL AUDIO OU UDIO OUT COMPONENT COMPONENT (PCM/BITSTREAM) (PCM/BITSTREAM) VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT RF coaxial cable Audio/Video cable RF coaxial cable (included)

  • Page 66: Frequently Asked Questions

    ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

  • Page 67: Messages

    Messages On the television ≥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) ≥The programme was copy-protected. Cannot finish recording completely. ≥The HDD or disc may be full.
  • Page 68 Messages 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. ≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control. (“∑”...

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting Guide

    ≥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 ≥Insert the AC mains lead securely into a known active household mains socket. No power.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting guide TV screen and video (continued) The recorded title is stretched vertically. There is a lot of after-image when playing video. When playing DVD-Video using progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up. There is no apparent change in picture quality when adjusted with the Picture menu in the on- screen menus.
  • Page 71 Operation ≥Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the Cannot operate the television. The remote control doesn’t work. code. ≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control.
  • Page 72 ≥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. ≥When recording or high speed copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW the sound of the disc rotating may be louder than normal, however, this is not a problem.
  • Page 73 ≥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 74 Troubleshooting guide Still pictures Cannot display Direct Navigator screen. Cannot edit or format a card. ([EH68]) The contents of the card cannot be read. ([EH68]) Copying, deleting and setting protection takes a long time. ([EH68]) The contents of the USB memory cannot be read.

  • Page 75: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources.

  • Page 76: Specifications

    Specifications Recording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording format DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format Recordable discs DVD-RAM: 2-3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1), 2-5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R: 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1-8X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1-16X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) DVD-R DL: 2-4X SPEED (Ver.
  • Page 77 Long file name is unsupported. §4 Video Recording conversion and transfer is possible from card or Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, to HDD or DVD-RAM disc. After Video Recording conversion and transfer to HDD or DVD-RAM disc, the playback is possible.

  • Page 78: Glossary

    MPEG2 is a compression standard used for DVD and satellite based digital broadcasting. This unit records programmes using MPEG2. SD Video files shot with a Panasonic SD video camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc.
  • Page 79 Sampling frequency Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the original sound.

  • Page 80: Index

    DV automatic recording ... 23 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net Edit Chapter ......36 Music on HDD .

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