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The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the black model.
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.
Note: "EB" on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
Trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
Declaration of Conformity No. 4524, 22th January 2007
Notice for DVB functions
This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not Pay TV or
encrypted channels.
This unit does not have an analogue broadcast tuner.
Any functions related to DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) will work in areas where DVB-T
(MPEG2) digital terrestrial broadcasting is received. Consult your local Panasonic dealer with
coverage areas.
This unit has the capability for DVB specifi cations. But future DVB services cannot be guaranteed.
Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD recorders and DVD-Video according to where they are
sold.
The region number of this unit is "2".
The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing "2" or "ALL".
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EB
Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
DMR-EZ47VEB
Model No.
Example:
2
2
3
ALL
5
RQT8857-B
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Declaration of Conformity No. 4524, 22th January 2007 Notice for DVB functions This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not Pay TV or encrypted channels. This unit does not have an analogue broadcast tuner. -
Page 2: Features
Features Enjoy Digital Broadcast! Receive Freeview using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner Watching Television ( TV Guide ( 12, 15, 30) Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Edit Profi les ( Digital Channel Information ( 1 BBC ONE Wales Wales today... -
Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead
Most major credit and debit cards accepted. All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. It couldn’t be simpler! Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Features ...2 Accessories ...3 Sales and Support Information ...3 Quick Start Guide Location of Parts/Controls ... 6 Remote Control ... 6 Main Unit ... 6 The Unit’s Display ... 7 Rear Panel ... 7 Basic Connection ... 8 Connecting to a Television only ... -
Page 5: Remote Control Information
Video Cassette Handling ...74 Inserting a Video Cassette ...74 Video Cassette Information ...74 Troubleshooting Guide ... 75 When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Control ...75 To Reset This Unit ...75 General Issues: Power ...76 General Issues: Displays ...76 General Issues: Operation ...77... -
Page 6: Location Of Parts/Controls
Location of Parts/Controls Remote Control DVD/VHS ¦ ¦ DRIVE SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE PROG/CHECK MANUAL SKIP DELETE INPUT SELECT RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX STOP PA P P USE PLAY STATU A A S EXIT OPTION RETURN CREAT A A E CHAPTER REC MODE EXT LINK DIRECT TV REC TEXT... -
Page 7: The Unit's Display
The Unit’s Display Common to DVD/VHS A Recording mode indicator DVD: ... ( XP SP LP EP (all on): FR mode VHS: ... ( B Main display Current time Disc recording and play counter VHS recording and play counter Miscellaneous messages, etc. -
Page 8: Basic Connection
Basic Connection Use of the supplied RF coaxial cable To prevent interference patterns from appearing on your TV, use only the supplied RF coaxial cables when you connect this unit to your TV and aerial outlet or aerial cable and Satellite receiver. ... -
Page 9: Adding A Satellite Receiver: Connecting To A Television And A Satellite Receiver
Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable – You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television ( – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output”... -
Page 10: Setting The Channels And Clock
Setting the Channels and Clock Preparation: Turn on the mains for the television (and connected equipment) and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. These are the first settings you make upon buying the unit. You don’t need to make these settings again. -
Page 11: Clock Setting
to select “Yes”, then The cursor moves to “Name”. to enter the name. , to select a letter, then to move to next character. Repeat this to enter the name. to store the name. and and then repeat steps , ... -
Page 12: Watching Television
Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record terrestrial digital channels. Important: This unit does not have an analogue broadcast tuner. -
Page 13: Playback
Playback Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. Playing Discs Refer to “Advanced Disc Playback” ( playback of discs. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] [CD] DVD/VHS to turn the unit on. -
Page 14: Recording Television Programmes
Recording Television Programmes Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” ( 20 to 22) for detail information on recording. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. -
Page 15: Timer Recording
Timer Recording Refer to “TV Guide” ( 30) and “Advanced Timer Recording” ( detail information on TV Guide. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. -
Page 16: Copying Titles
Copying Titles Refer to “Copying Titles (Advanced)” ( copying. Copying Titles (VHS Programmes are automatically copied onto the disc from the location of playback at the time when the copying of the tape starts. [VHS] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Preparation: ... -
Page 17: Vhs)
Copying Titles (DVD VHS) All titles on the disc are automatically copied onto the tape. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [-RW‹VR›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ... -
Page 18: Deleting Titles
Deleting Titles Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection ( Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] and insert a disc. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. -
Page 19: Important Notes For Recording
Important Notes for Recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound: Selecting You can select audio language when received audio in multi-channel broadcast (“Multi Audio” audio for appears at the bottom of digital channel recording information display). However, audio cannot be switched after recording. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [VHS] About the The original aspect used for the source programme... -
Page 20: Advanced Recording
Advanced Recording DVD Recording Modes and Durations Single-sided Recording Mode (4.7 GB) 1 hour (High quality) 2 hours (Standard play) 4 hours (Long play) 2 8 (6 ) hours (Extra long play) (Flexible 8 hours maximum Recording) 1 It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. -
Page 21: When The Format Confi Rmation Screen Is Displayed
Notes When Digital TEXT (MHEG) ( recording is unavailable. When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV, if you switch TV channels while using Direct TV recording, the Direct TV recording stops. When “EXT-L” lights on the unit’s display ( recording is unavailable. -
Page 22: Flexible Recording
Advanced Recording Flexible Recording [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fi ts the programme within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. Refer to “FR (Flexible Recording)” ( 20). -
Page 23: Recording From A Satellite Receiver
Recording from a Satellite Receiver [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] Manual Recording Preparation: ]RAM\ If the disc is protected, release protection 56). [VHS] Ensure accidental erasure tab is intact. Connect a satellite receiver to this unit’s input terminals ( ... -
Page 24: Recording From An External Device
Recording from an External Device Recording from a VCR, etc. Connect cables while both the unit and the external device are turned off. Front of the unit IN 2 S VIDEO VIDEO /MONO AUDIO R AV3 IN You can get a sharper, clearer picture by connecting with an S Video cable... -
Page 25: Recording From A Dv Camcorder
Recording from a DV Camcorder Connect the cable while both the unit and the external device are turned off. Front of the unit IN 2 S VIDEO VIDEO /MONO AUDIO R 4-pin DV Cable [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Preparation: ... -
Page 26: Advanced Timer Recording
Advanced Timer Recording [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] Manual timer recordings Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ]RAM\ If the disc is protected, release protection ( ... -
Page 27: To Cancel A Timer Recording In Progress
To cancel a timer recording in progress While the unit is on DRIVE to select the drive. SELECT STOP – Confi rmation screen appears. to select “Stop Recording”, then Notes Recording stops and the timer programme is deleted. (Daily and weekly timer programmes remain and timer recording will start as programmed.) To deactivate timer programme... -
Page 28: Check, Change, Or Delete Programmes
Advanced Timer Recording Check, Change, or Delete Programmes The timer recording list can be viewed even when the unit is off. PROG/CHECK – See “Tips” ( right) for explanation of icons displayed. , to select the programme. DELETE to delete. –... -
Page 29: Making Timer Recordings On The Television
Making timer recordings on the television To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television with a Q Link function ( use for setting timer recordings using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable ( 8, 9). Make timer programming on the DRIVE to select the DVD or VHS SELECT... -
Page 30: Tv Guide
TV Guide What is TV Guide? The TV Guide gives you an overview of the programme for your digital television and radio stations up to 7 days. For many of these programmes, you can select additional information provided by the stations. You can search the programme preview according to various topics such as sport, fi... -
Page 31: Or Category
Selecting the programme from the desired programme type or category This function lets you display a TV Guide list sorted by programme type (e.g. Movies, Sport) or category (e.g. Free TV, Radio). to display the list of (Yellow) programme type. to display the list of (Blue) categories. -
Page 32: Advanced Disc Playback
Advanced Disc Playback Menu Screens on the TV [DVD-V] [VCD] Generally, menu screens that appear on the TV may be navigated as follows: e. g., DVD TOP MENU Play Chapter List Audio Tracks Subtitles Trailer [DVD-V] , , , to select an item, then You can sometimes use the numbered buttons to select an item. -
Page 33: Direct Play
Direct Play During playback, you can access specifi c titles or scenes through direct entry of the numbered buttons. e.g., 5: MP3 and JPEG e.g., 5: DELETE INPUT SELECT Slow-motion Play [RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] While paused –... -
Page 34: Playing Still Pictures (Jpeg)
Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) [-R] [-R]DL[ [CD] You can playback still pictures recorded onto a DVD-R, DVD-R DL or CD-R/CD-RW on a PC (Close the session or fi nalise the disc after recording). DRIVE SELECT to select the DVD drive. Picture (JPEG) View screen is shown. - Page 35 Rotate Pictures While playing a picture OPTION , to select “Rotate RIGHT” or “Rotate LEFT”, then Notes To return to the picture to its original position Press [, ] to select the opposite rotation in step , then press [OK].
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Page 36: Playing Mp3S
Playing MP3s [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] You can play DVD-R, DVD-R DL or CD-R/RW discs which contain MP3 fi les that have been recorded on a PC (Close the session or fi nalise the disc after recording). DRIVE SELECT to select the DVD drive. MP3 Menu TOTAL Number... -
Page 37: Advanced Video Cassette Playback
Advanced Video Cassette Playback Fast-forward/Rewind With the unit stopped to fast-forward the tape. to rewind the tape. Slow-motion Play During playback PAUSE Press and hold for about 2 seconds. – Press [ PLAY] to restart normal playback. Notes Slow-motion Play is automatically cancelled after 10 minutes. Cue/Review You can quickly review a portion of the video just played or cue to later portions of the tape. -
Page 38: Vhs Index Search System (Viss)
Advanced Video Cassette Playback VHS Index Search System (VISS) The unit automatically records special index signals on a tape every time a recording is started (via [ REC], or a timer recording). The index search function makes use of these index signals to help you fi nd the beginning of a desired programme quickly and easily. -
Page 39: Changing Audio During Playback
Changing Audio during Playback STTL Press and hold for about 5 or more seconds. The audio changes as follows L R (Stereo) L R No display (Normal audio track) On-screen Display Indicators STATUS to display on-screen indicators. ... -
Page 40: Information Messages
Information Messages Digital Channel Information You can display the information about programmes (programme name, broadcast time, etc.). With the unit stopped STATUS to show the screen information. When the digital channel information is being displayed, – press [STATUS ] again and detailed information will be displayed (only when “info Status message ( DVD-RAM... -
Page 41: Status Messages
Signal Quality No Signal: The digital broadcast signal is not being received. Bad Signal: Due to poor signal conditions, etc., the digital broadcast signal has been interrupted. No Service: No broadcasts are currently available. If “No Signal” or “Bad Signal” is displayed, check the following;... -
Page 42: Linked Operations With The Tv (Viera Link "Hdavi Control™"/Q Link)
– when copying – when fi nalising, etc When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the This function allows you to immediately start recording the programme that you are Direct TV viewing on the TV. -
Page 43: 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” 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. [, , , ], [OK], [RETURN], [EXIT], [OPTION] and the coloured buttons. -
Page 44: Entering Text
Entering Text You can give names to recorded titles or discs in the different menus and while setting up the timer recording. When viewing the Enter Name screen. Enter Name Top Menu Preview Delete " SELECT Space RETURN Press [, , , ] to select a character, then press [OK]. -
Page 45: Title Operations
Title Operations Delete [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Use to delete unneeded titles. Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. − Perform steps of “Accessing the Title View” ( Press [, ] to select “Delete”, then press [OK]. ... -
Page 46: Change Thumbnail
Titles—Editing Change Thumbnail [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Changes the thumbnail picture shown in the Title View screen. − Perform steps of “Accessing the Title View” ( Press [,] to select “Change Thumbnail”, then press [OK]. Enter Name Set up Protection Cancel Protection... -
Page 47: Chapters-Creating, Editing
Chapters—Creating, Editing [RAM] When creating chapters in your favourite scenes , you can easily reach the head of scene using [,] (SKIP) or play on Chapter View. Tips Title/Chapter Normally, programmes are recorded as a single item consisting of one chapter. Title Chapter Start... -
Page 48: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists
Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (play only) You can create playlists by grouping your favourite scenes (chapters) from the recorded titles and edit the created playlists. Tips [RAM] A playlist is a compilation of your favourite chapters as shown in the chart below. -
Page 49: Chapter View
Edit [RAM] You can create and copy playlists, and change thumbnail. − Perform steps of “Accessing the Playlist View”. ( Press [, ] to select “Edit”, then press [OK]. Press [, ] to select desired operation from the ... -
Page 50: Copying Titles (Advanced)
Copying Titles (Advanced) Preparation: Insert a disc and video cassette that you can use for copying ( 72, 74). Confirm that there is enough remaining disc space. When copying an NTSC tape to a DVD, change the “TV System”... -
Page 51: Copying Titles (Dvd Vhs)
Copying Titles (DVD VHS) [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [+RW]] [VHS] Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [,] to select “Copy”, then press [OK]. FUNCTION MENU DVD-RAM Disc Protection Off Playback Copy Recording Cancel All Delete Copy Direction DVD VHS Copy To Others Copy Mode VIDEO... - Page 52 Copying Titles (Advanced) (Continued) Edit the copying list Select the item in step – ( 51, left column) – Press [OPTION]. Delete All Delete all items registered on the copying list. 1. Press [, ] to select “Delete All” , then press [OK].
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Page 53: Copying A Fi Nalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl
Copying a fi nalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL [DVD-V] [VHS] You can copy the content of fi nalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD- RW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the VHS. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the VHS according to the set time. -
Page 54: Setting On-Screen Display
Setting On-Screen Display Accessing the On-Screen Display When playing discs (except for JPEG discs), you can display and set the options including disc audio, subtitle, image quality, sound effect, Repeat Play, etc. In addition, when receiving the multi-channel broadcast, you can change the audio settings. Menu options will differ based on disc type and contents. -
Page 55: Play Menu
Play Menu [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [CD] [VCD] Repeat Play 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. Select “Off”... -
Page 56: Dvd Management
DVD Management You can manage discs through formatting, fi nalising and other operations. Accessing the Management Menus Preparation: [RAM] Release protection (disc, cartridge, Insert a disc. With the unit stopped Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. ... -
Page 57: Create Top Menu
Selecting Whether to Show the Top Menu First —Auto-Play Select [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Before fi nalising a disc, select whether the top menu shows after fi nalising. Perform preparation steps − of “Accessing the Management Menus” ( 56). -
Page 58: Setup Menu
Setup Menu You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. Accessing the Setup Menu With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [, ] to select “To Others” then press [OK]. FUNCTION MENU DVD-RAM Disc Protection Off Playback DVD-RAM Recording... - Page 59 Tips To browse through the list Press [ CH]. Auto-Setup Restart You can restart auto channel setting for terrestrial digital channels if set up ( 10) fails for some reason. However, if you perform “Auto-Setup Restart”, all channel settings and all created profi les are deleted. Press [] to select “Yes”, then press [OK].
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Page 60: Playback/Recording Settings
Playback/Recording Settings To Others 58, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Disc , select “Disc” , select item Setup Settings for Playback Settings for Recording Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection SELECT RETURN... -
Page 61: Sound Settings
Sound Settings To Others 58, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Sound , select “Sound” , select item Setup Dynamic Range Compression Bilingual Auto Selection Digital Audio Output Tuning Audio Mode for XP Recording Dolby Digital Disc... -
Page 62: Display And Connection Settings
Display and Connection Settings To Others 58, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Display , select “Display” , select item Setup DVB Preferred Subtitles English On-Screen Messages 5 sec. FL Display Bright Tuning New Service Message... - Page 63 [576i/480i] [576p/480p] [720p] [1080i] [1080p] When setting video output to “1080p”, we recommend using a Panasonic HDMI cable 5 meters or less in length to prevent video distortion. To enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p, you need to connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV.
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Page 64: Vhs And System Settings
VHS and System Settings To Others 58, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. , select “VHS” , select item Setup Tape Length Auto (E-240) SQPB Automatic Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection... -
Page 65: Other Settings
– If the functions do not work, repeat steps to using different codes, if available. Some TVs may not be compatible with the unit’s remote control. Remote Control Codes for the TV Manufacturer Code No. Panasonic 01 / 02 / 03 / 04 AIWA AKAI 27 / 30 BEJING... -
Page 66: Additional Connections
Additional Connections Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable – You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television ( – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output”... -
Page 67: Using An Audio/Video Cable
You can connect this unit to a TV using the audio/video (AV) cable, S-Video cable or component cables instead of the 21-pin Scart cable ( 8, 9, 66). Using an Audio/Video Cable Rear of TV AUDIO IN VIDEO S VIDEO Red White Yellow Audio/video cable (supplied) -
Page 68: Using An Audio Cable For Better Sound
Additional Connections You can improve sound quality by connecting this unit to an amplifier or system component using the audio cable or the optical digital audio cable. Using an Audio Cable for Better Sound Use this connection to play sound through speakers connected to an amplifi er or system component. AC IN Using an Optical Digital Audio Cable for Better Sound This method allows you to enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video. -
Page 69: Connecting With An Hdmi (High Defi Nition Multimedia Interface) Terminal
HDTV (High Defi nition Television), the output can be switched to 1080p, 1080i or 720p HD video. 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. [ ... -
Page 70: Disc Handling
1 [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment ( [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 71: Play-Only Discs
Standard symbol DVD-Video High quality movie and music [DVD-V] discs DVD-RW video recorded on DVD-RW another DVD recorder (DVD Video You can play programmes that Recording allow “One time only recording” format) if they have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc. -
Page 72: Inserting Discs
Disc Handling Inserting Discs Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. – Insert a disc. Insert label-up. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. Disc Care [RAM] Use cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt. Holding a disc Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertently scratching or getting oil from your fi... -
Page 73: Mp3S And Still Pictures (Jpeg)
MP3s and Still Pictures (JPEG) MP3 File Information Playable discs [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] File format Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”. Number Maximum number of folders (groups) of folders recognizable: (groups) 300 folders (groups) (including the root folder) Number of fi... -
Page 74: Video Cassette Handling
Video Cassette Handling Inserting a Video Cassette Insert a cassette (the surface with the roll of tape should face up). – The unit turns on automatically. To eject: From the main unit: EJECT From the remote control DRIVE SELECT to select the VHS drive. STOP Press and hold for 3 or more seconds. -
Page 75: Troubleshooting Guide
When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Control Use this function to synchronize the codes for the remote control and the main unit when there are other Panasonic products close to your unit. With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. -
Page 76: General Issues Power
Periodic interruptions to the reception due to satellite broadcasting breaks. Operations not working due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.) The unit freezing due to the activation of one of its safety devices (... -
Page 77: General Issues: Operation
General Issues Operation Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. Cannot operate the TV with unit’s remote control. It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive when operating DVDs or Cannot operate the DVD. -
Page 78: General Issues: Tv Guide
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues TV Guide The TV Guide System does not receive any data. “No Data” is displayed for some or all stations. The TV Guide information is not displayed properly. The TV Guide data is not updated. General Issues DVB-T Digital broadcasts cannot be received. -
Page 79: General Issues: Viera Link
General Issues DVB-T (Continued) The station sorting of this unit is pre-defined. Use profiles to sort the Unusual station sorting. Select the length of time (3–10 sec.) in the “On-Screen Messages” in the The digital channel information does not appear. ... -
Page 80: Playback Issues Picture
Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Picture The images from this unit do not appear on the TV. Picture is distorted. Picture does not appear during timer recording. The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. Screen size is wrong. The recorded title is stretched vertically. -
Page 81: Playback Issues Sound
Playback Issues Sound Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Check if TV is muted. Cannot hear the desired Check if amplifier is muted. audio type. Sound is not output while fast-forwarding during chasing playback and ... -
Page 82: Playback Issues: Operation
Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Operation Play fails to start even when [ PLAY] is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. Audio and video momentarily pause. DVD-Video is not played. Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected. No subtitles. Angle cannot be changed. You have forgotten your ratings password. -
Page 83: Playback Issues: Vhs Picture
Playback Issues VHS Picture On-screen display indicators do not appear. You are playing a blank or poor quality portion of the tape. The grey background appears You can damage the unit if you play dirty or damaged tapes and this can during playback. -
Page 84: Recording Issues: Recording/Timer Recording/Copying/External Input
+R, +R DL, and +RW discs may be disabled. DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW discs recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD Recorders. The broadcast you are trying to record is copy-protected. -
Page 85: Recording Issues: Vhs Recording
Recording Issues Recording/Timer Recording/Copying/External input (Continued) Make sure that the recording drive is selected. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to Timer recording does not stop even when [STOP] is pressed. When using the linked timer recording with external equipment, press The timer programme remains even ... -
Page 86: Editing Issues: Dvd
Troubleshooting Guide Editing Issues Cannot format. Cannot create chapters. Cannot mark the start point or the end point during “Partial Delete” operation. Cannot delete chapters. The available recording time doesn’t increase even after deleting titles on the disc. Cannot create a playlist. Language code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons. -
Page 87: Frequently Asked Questions
fl ickering can occur. All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of TV. -
Page 88: Recording
Frequently Asked Questions Recording Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD? Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW recorded on the unit be played on other equipment? Can I record digital audio signals using the unit? Can a digital audio signal from the unit be recorded to other... -
Page 89: Messages
Messages On the Unit’s Display (“ ” stands for a service number.) (“ ” stands for a number.) GUIDE HARD ERR NoCASSETTE NoERAS NoREAD NoWRIT FINAL PLEASE WAIT PROG FULL PROTECT SW-DL UNSUPPORT UNFORMAT ... -
Page 90: On The Tv
Messages On the Unit’s Display (Continued) X HOLD On the TV Cannot fi nish recording completely. Cannot play. Cannot record to the disc. Unable to format. Please check the disc. Cannot record. Disc is full. Cannot record. Maximum number of titles exceeded. -
Page 91: Unit Care
Examples of causes of such losses are A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company. A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit. -
Page 92: Glossary
Glossary Bitstream This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by a decoder. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. -
Page 93: Safety Precautions
Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Protection You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or erasure protection. -
Page 94: Specifi Cations
Specifi cations Power supply: Power consumption: Standby mode: (Power Save mode) (Quick Start mode) Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 2−3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) 2−5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R (SL): 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1−4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1−8X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1−16X SPEED (Ver. - Page 95 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. CAUTION! ...
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Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only. Environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net Enter name Disc ... 44, 56 Playlist ... 44, 49 Title ...