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The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show the image of DMR-XW450.
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.
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Trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
Declaration of Conformity (12th December 2008)
For DMR-XW450
For DMR-XW350
This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not pay TV or encrypted channels.
Region management information
DVD-Video
The unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number "4" or "ALL".
Web Site: http://panasonic.net
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No. 6259
No. 6260
Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
DMR-XW450
Model No.
DMR-XW350
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ALL
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RQT9429-1L
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
For DMR-XW450 No. 6260 For DMR-XW350 This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not pay TV or encrypted channels. Region management information DVD-Video The unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “4” or “ALL”. -
Page 2: Characteristics Of This Unit
Characteristics of this unit Record with High Definition It is possible to record in high definition quality when the broadcast is high definition. 7-Day EPG Timer recording is made easier because the TV Guide allows you to see programme information up to 7 days ahead. -
Page 3: Included Accessories
Included accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of April 2009. These may be subject to change.) (N2QAYB000344) 1 Remote control 2 Batteries for remote control The remote control information Batteries Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control. R6/LR6, AA Use alkaline or manganese batteries. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Getting started Characteristics of this unit ......2 Included accessories ......3 The remote control information . - Page 5 DMR-XW450 and DMR-XW350. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are DMR-XW450. : indicates features applicable to DMR-XW450 only. DMR-XW450 : indicates features applicable to DMR-XW350 only. DMR-XW350 Pages to be referred to are indicated as “➡ RQT9429 ”.
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Page 6: Hdd And Disc Information
HDD and disc information This unit can record or copy to the following HDD or discs. Internal Discs that can record to will differ depending on the recording method. To record It can only record to HDD by pressing [ * REC]. To timer record It can only record to HDD or DVD-RAM when using timer recording. -
Page 7: Regarding Dr, Hg, Hx, He, Hl Mode
Regarding DR, HG, HX, HE, HL mode This unit will record the high defi nition quality programmes image and audio as it was broadcasted. If copying is performed on those programmes, they are copied in standard defi nition. It will also record standard defi nition programmes of the digital broadcast with the same quality of image and audio as broadcast. Title may be copied at high speed after the title recorded in DR mode is converted to XP, SP, LP, EP or FR mode with “Title Compression”... -
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) Hard disk drive (HDD) Disc type Standard symbol Data that can be recorded and played Video/Still picture/Music Quality in which video is recorded High defi... - Page 9 Note +R discs recorded with this unit and +R discs recorded with another Panasonic DVD Recorder may be incompatible. However, discs that are fi nalised are compatible and can be played. 8X Speed +RW disc is not supported.
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Page 10: Play-Only Discs
Standard symbol High quality movie and music discs DVD-V 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. -RW(VR) By formatting (➡ 82) the disc, you can record onto it in DVD-Video format. -
Page 11: Usb Memory And Card Information
HD Video (AVCHD format) SD Video shot with a Panasonic Video Camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or DVD-RAM. (➡ 59) HD Video shot with a Panasonic Video Camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD. (➡ 58) 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. DRIVE SELECT INPUT SELECT SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE STATUS OPTION CREATE CHAPTER REC MODE TIME SLIP TEXT STTL AUDIO The unit’s display HDDSDVD USBD 1 SD card slot indicator 2 USB port indicator 3 Copying indicator 4 Disc indicator... -
Page 13: Main Unit
Main unit 1 Standby/on switch ( 8 ) (➡ 18) 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. 2 Disc tray (➡ 15) 3 Display (➡... -
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 1 Press [ ; OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. Cartridge disc Insert label-up. Insert label-up with the arrow facing in. Insert fully. 2 Press [ ; OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. Automatic drive select function , DivX, JPEG, MP3 DVD-V CD If the unit is recording to the HDD or stopped, it automatically... -
Page 16: Step 1 Connection
STEP Connection Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. Refer to “Additional connections” (➡ 95) 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 17: Connecting To A Tv With An Hdmi (High Defi Nition Multimedia Interface) Cable
When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less. 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. [➡ 74, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised. -
Page 18: Step 2 Channel Reception Settings And Tv Aspect Settings
STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings DRIVE SELECT SKIP STOP PAUSE STATUS 3, 4, 5 OPTION CREATE CHAPTER REC MODE TEXT STTL RQT9429 PAGE MANUAL SKIP INPUT SELECT SLOW/SEARCH PLAY/x1. 3 EXIT RETURN RETURN TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK AUDIO DISPLAY Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit the... - Page 19 ■ To restart set up (➡ 85) ■ Download from the TV If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 3 or later via an HDMI cable, then the setting information on the TV is acquired by this unit when the unit is turned on for the fi...
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Page 20: Watching Digital Broadcasts
Watching digital broadcasts DRIVE SELECT 1 2 CH Numbered buttons INPUT SELECT SKIP STOP PAUSE STATUS STATUS e, r, w, q OPTION CREATE CHAPTER REC MODE TIME SLIP TEXT STTL AUDIO TEXT This unit has the tuner which allows it to directly receive and record digital terrestrial channels. -
Page 21: To Show Teletext
To show Teletext You can enjoy teletext broadcasting, including news, weather forecasts and subtitles, if this service is provided by the broadcasters. When “ ” appears in digital channel information (➡ right) Press [TEXT Sub page number <<01 02 03 04 05 06 07 Current P100 page... -
Page 22: Video Contents
Playing DVD-Video/Playing recorded video contents Refer to “Advanced playback” (➡ 38) for detailed information. DRIVE SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons SKIP u, i STOP PAUSE STATUS DIRECT NAVIGATOR e, r, w, q OPTION OPTION “Red” REC MODE Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. -
Page 23: Recording Television Programmes
Recording television programmes Refer to “Important notes for recording” (➡ 28) and “Advanced recording” (➡ 30) for detailed information. DRIVE SELECT DRIVE SELECT PAGE Numbered buttons MANUAL SKIP INPUT SELECT SLOW/SEARCH SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1. 3 STATUS EXIT OPTION RETURN CREATE CHAPTER REC MODE... -
Page 24: Timer Recording (Using The Tv Guide System)
Timer recording (Using the TV Guide System) Refer to “Important notes for recording” (➡ 28) and “Advanced timer recording” (➡ 34–37) for detailed information. DRIVE SELECT SELECT SKIP STOP PAUSE STATUS GUIDE e, r, w, q OPTION OPTION CREATE CHAPTER REC MODE TIME SLIP Depending on the type of disc used for recording or the type of... -
Page 25: Programme To A Disc
Programme to a disc Only 1 programme can be set to timer record on the disc. Insert a disc. ■ When the screen with “Format Disc” is displayed You need to format the unrecorded disc such as new discs. e.g., DVD-RAM Copy Format Disc... -
Page 26: Deleting Titles
Deleting titles DRIVE SELECT DRIVE SELECT SKIP u, i STOP PAUSE STATUS e, r, w, q OPTION “Red” REC MODE HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW (You cannot delete items on fi nalised discs.) A title cannot be restored once it is deleted. Make certain before proceeding. -
Page 27: Copying Titles
Copying titles DRIVE SELECT PAGE MANUAL SKIP INPUT SELECT SLOW/SEARCH SKIP u, i STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1. 3 STATUS EXIT e, r, w, q OPTION RETURN CREATE CHAPTER REC MODE TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW (You cannot copy to fi... -
Page 28: Important Notes For Recording
Important notes for recording Recording to HDD Recording or timer recording is performed in any recording 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 Timer recording is performed in XP, SP, LP, EP or FR mode using this unit’s tuner. - Page 29 Playing the disc on -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL other players The disc must be fi nalised (➡ 83) It is necessary to fi nalise DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording or copying titles to them. You can then play them as a commercially sold DVD-Video.
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Page 30: 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 mode Features Record with the same quality of the broadcast... -
Page 31: Programmes Simultaneous Recording
– While recording from DV input, or executing “Recording via AV2 input” – While high speed copying – 2 programmes on same channel cannot be recorded simultaneously by pressing [ * REC]. DVD-RAM Single-sided Double-sided DMR-XW350 (250 GB) (4.7 GB) 36 hours – 66 hours –... -
Page 32: Flexible Recording
Advanced recording Flexible Recording (Recording that fi ts the remaining disc space) The title is recorded to the size of a new DVD (4.7GB) by automatically selecting optimal quality between XP and EP (8 hours). Preparation Select the channel or the external input to record. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. -
Page 33: Operation During Recording
Operation during Recording Check the recording Press [STATUS programme e.g., while 2 programmes simultaneous recording Display the recording It is necessary to display the recording programme onto the TV screen to perform operations such as pause. programme on the TV If the input was switched: If the channel was switched: Press [ 1 2 CH]. -
Page 34: Advanced Timer Recording
Advanced timer recording Manually programming timer recordings HDD RAM Press [PROG/CHECK]. Timer Recording Remain 30:30 DR FRI 23.01.2009 8:59 Channel Name Schedule Drive/Mode New Timer Programme Total 0/32 DEL Delete Page Up Timer Off History List Page Down RETURN Press [ e , r ] to select “New Timer Programme”... -
Page 35: To Release The Unit From Recording Standby
To release the unit from recording standby Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Press [ e , r ] to select the programme and press the “Red” button. The timer icon “... -
Page 36: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme
Advanced timer recording 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]. Timer Recording Remain 30:30 DR FRI 23.01.2009 8:59 Channel Name Schedule Drive/Mode Space ABC2 FRI 23.01... -
Page 37: Operations In The Tv Guide System
Operations in the TV Guide system Basic operations Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view. Landscape view TV Guide All Types TUE 13.01 Landscape Emmerdale : In today’s show we will... Time: ABC 1 ABC 2 News News Select Channel Info... -
Page 38: Advanced Playback
Advanced playback Refer to page 42 for playing DivX. Refer to page 60 for playing still pictures. Refer to page 66 for playing music. Note When playing back a title recorded on the HDD, ensure that you match the “TV System” setting to the recorded title (➡ 88). A disc or title with different “TV System”... -
Page 39: Changing Audio During Play
Skipping the specifi ed 1 Press [TIME SLIP]. 2 Press [ e , r ] to select the time and press [OK]. time (Time Slip) Play skips the specifi ed time. Except , DivX Each time you press [ e , r ], the time increases [ e ] or decreases [ r ] by 1 minute intervals. (Press DVD-V AVCHD and hold for 10-minute intervals.) Manual Skip... -
Page 40: Selecting Recorded Programmes (Titles) To Play-Direct Navigator
Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator Direct Navigator screen icons Currently recording. Title protected. Title that was not recorded due to recording protection × Title cannot be played (When copying a title to the HDD, or when data is damaged etc.) Titles that have been rerouted to the HDD (➡... -
Page 41: Playback Of The High Defi Nition Video (Avchd)
Playback of the High Defi nition Video (AVCHD) AVCHD It is possible to playback the high defi nition video (AVCHD) recorded on the Panasonic High defi nition Video Camera on the disc or SD card. Insert a disc or SD card. -
Page 42: Playing Divx
Playing DivX Playing DivX video contents -R -R DL CD USB DivX ® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an offi cial DivX Certifi ed device that plays DivX video. You can play DivX video contents recorded with a computer onto DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. - Page 43 Regarding DivX VOD content ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certifi ed device must be registered in order to play DivX ® Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. First generate the DivX VOD registration code for your device and submit it during the registration process. [Important: DivX VOD content is protected by a DivX DRM (Digital Rights Management) system that restricts playback to registered DivX Certifi...
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Page 44: Editing Titles
Editing titles HDD RAM (You cannot edit fi nalised discs.) -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL Only “Properties” is possible. -RW(VR) Editing of the title can be performed with this unit. For example, an unnecessary part of the title can be deleted. (➡ 45, Partial Delete) Note Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, recorded content... -
Page 45: Title Operations
Title operations After performing steps 1–4 (➡ 44) Delete Press [ w , q ] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) proceeding. - Page 46 Editing titles Title operations After performing steps 1–4 (➡ 44) Title Title Compression is a function to convert the recording mode of the title in DR mode. The converted title will be copied to HDD. It will take about the same time as playback of the title to convert the recording mode. Compression (Converting the recording 1 Press [ e , r ] to select “Recording Mode”.
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Page 47: Create/Playback/Edit Of The Chapter
Create/Playback/Edit of the Chapter HDD RAM Only playback of -R -R DL -RW(V) -RW(VR) +R +R DL +RW chapter is possible. Regarding Chapters Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. Title Chapter Start You can divide a title into multiple chapters. Each HDD RAM section between the division points (Chapter Marks) becomes a chapter. -
Page 48: Copying Titles
Copying titles There are following copying methods. Copy Title Playing Copy Copy AVCHD ■ Copy direction Copy source -RW(VR) Before fi nalise -R DL -RW(V) +R DL DVD-V After fi nalise -R DL -RW(V) +R DL SD Video (MPEG2 format) From an SD card or a video equipment (from USB) HD Video (AVCHD format) -
Page 49: Copy Speed
■ Copy speed Features Copy with shorter time than the recorded time of the title with same quality (recording mode). Are chapters maintained? Are thumbnails maintained? Recording and Playing while Copying Position of the chapter might shift slightly. It will not maintain the exceeded amount if it exceeds the maximum chapter numbers on a disc. –... - Page 50 – Copy including a title that was recorded to HDD with “Rec for High Speed Copy” set to “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) (➡ 59). –...
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Page 51: Copy Title Playing
Copy Title Playing Copy the playing title on the HDD to the disc. It will start copying from the beginning of the title regardless of the playing position. RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Playback the title to copy. When copying the title in DR mode with multiple audio and subtitles Only the audio selected in “Audio Selection”... -
Page 52: Copying Using The Copying List-Copy
Copying titles Copying using the copying list—Copy RAM +RW -RW(VR) -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL You can order titles as desired for copy to disc. While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [ e , r ] to select “Copy” and press [OK]. - Page 53 Copying list icons and functions Copying list indicators Titles that can be copied in high speed mode to the inserted disc Title with “One time only recording” restriction Titles deleted from the HDD by “One time only recording” restriction after copying. [“One time only recording”...
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Page 54: Copying A Fi Nalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl
Copying titles Copying a fi nalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL DVD-V You can copy the content of fi nalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD and re-edit. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time. -
Page 55: Recording Broadcasts From External Equipment
Recording broadcasts from external equipment See also “Important notes for recording” (➡ 28) e.g., Connecting to the AV2 terminals on the front Turn off the unit and external equipment before connecting. This unit AV2 IN VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R S VIDEO S Video cable... -
Page 56: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder
Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV2 or DV input terminals on the front Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. This unit DV IN DV cable (IEEE 1394, 4-pin) S Video cable Other video equipment Connect to Audio/Video output terminals. -
Page 57: Dv Automatic Recording
DV Automatic Recording HDD RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW Preparation 1 Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal (➡ 56). 2 Turn on the main unit. When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC, change “TV System”... -
Page 58: Copy The Hd Video (Avchd Format) Or The Sd Video (Mpeg2 Format)
Copy the HD Video (AVCHD format) or the SD Video (MPEG2 format) Copying HD Video (AVCHD format) It is possible to copy the HD video (AVCHD format) recorded on the Panasonic High Defi nition Video Camera to the HDD. ■ From an SD card or Discs... -
Page 59: Copying Sd Video (Mpeg2 Format)
Copying SD Video (MPEG2 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 HDD RAM (All the recordings on the same date become a title.) DVD-RAM Insert a card. -
Page 60: Playing Still Pictures
Playing still pictures 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, USB memory and SD card. You cannot play still pictures while recording or copying. Preparation Insert a disc, USB memory, or SD card. -
Page 61: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play
Useful functions during still picture play Start You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. 1 Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select the album or date. Slideshow 2 Press [q] (PLAY). You can also start Slideshow with following steps. -
Page 62: Editing Still Pictures
Editing still pictures Editing still pictures (JPEG) HDD RAM SD 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. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. Release protection (➡... -
Page 63: Still Pictures Operation
Still pictures operation After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 62) Copy to Album HDD RAM Copy to New Album HDD RAM Copy to DVD-RAM Copy to HDD Change Date HDD RAM (Pictures by Date only) Enter Album Name HDD RAM SD (Album View only) Set up Protection Cancel Protection... -
Page 64: Copying Still Pictures
Copying still pictures HDD RAM USB SD Pictures copied from SD card and USB memory will be categorised according to the shooting date. Pictures without shooting date will be categorised using the creation date. You cannot copy pictures recorded to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/ CD-RW or USB memory. - Page 65 Register still pictures for copy. If you are going to copy a registered list without making any changes to it (➡ step 6). Pictures from different dates or albums will not be registered to same list. Copy Cancel All Destination Capacity: 4343MB Copy Direction New Item By Picture ( Date )
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Page 66: Playing Music
Playing music Playing MP3 fi les -R -R DL CD USB You can play MP3 fi les recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. You cannot play MP3 fi les on the USB memory while recording. Insert a disc or USB memory. -
Page 67: Playing Music Recorded On Hdd
Playing music recorded on HDD Copying music to HDD (➡ 71) Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music Menu MUSIC Total Tracks 53 VIDEO PICTURE... -
Page 68: Useful Functions During Music Play
Playing music When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later and the unit is turned off if the power to the television is turned off, since “Power off link” (➡ 74) operates. -
Page 69: Editing Music/Playlist
Editing music/playlist Editing music Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. When doing “Delete All Tracks”, “Clear My Favourites” or “Clear Frequently Played” (➡ go to step 3) DIRECT NAVIGATOR Music Menu MUSIC Total Tracks 53... -
Page 70: Register Track To Playlist
Editing music/playlist Register track to Playlist You can register your favourite albums and tracks into 10 preset playlists. Name of the playlist can be changed. New playlist cannot be added. Up to 999 tracks can be registered to each playlist. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. -
Page 71: 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 inserting 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 fi... -
Page 72: 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 HDD RAM SD While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [ e , r ] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. -
Page 73: Enjoying Viera Cast
Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. All features of websites or content of the service may not be available. Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers and may only be available for specific countries and may be presented in specific languages. -
Page 74: Linked Operations With The Tv (Viera Link "Hdavi Control Tm ")
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, fi nalising etc. When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the receiver will also turn off. -
Page 75: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control
Easy control only with VIERA remote control If you connect this unit to the TV that supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions. You can operate this unit using buttons on the TV remote control. The buttons that you can use for this unit vary depending on the TV. -
Page 76: Convenient Functions To Playback And Viewing
Convenient functions to playback and viewing Using on-screen menus Common procedures Press [DISPLAY]. Disc Soundtrack Play Subtitle Picture Audio channel Sound 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 77 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 Items displayed depends on the contents of the playback. Playlist Title Chapter...
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Page 78: Status Messages
Convenient functions to playback and viewing Status messages Press [STATUS ]. The display changes each time you press the button. When watching the TV programme The remaining time and recording mode 73:27 DR 002 ABC TV Sydn 1 TEN HD Corontation street 9:00 - 11:00 Rating:PG... -
Page 79: Function Menu Window/Pause Live Tv
FUNCTION MENU window/Pause Live TV 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 Time Remaining 22:30 DR Playback Recording... -
Page 80: Entering Text
Entering text HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters: HDD RAM Title ( HDD RAM Album of still pictures ( HDD RAM Album (Music) ( Track ( Artist ( Playlist (Music) (... -
Page 81: Disc And Card Management
Disc and card management RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR) SD Common procedures Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD or SD drive. While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [ e , r ] to select “Others” and press [OK]. -
Page 82: Deleting All Titles-Delete All Titles
Disc and card management Deleting all titles—Delete all titles Preparation Release protection (➡ 81, Setting the protection). After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 81, Common procedures) Press [ e , r ] to select “Delete all titles” and press [OK]. Press [ w , q ] to select “Yes” and press [OK]. -
Page 83: Selecting The Background Style-Top Menu
(➡ 82) although it becomes play-only after fi nalising. You cannot fi nalise discs recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. If you fi nalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be displayed. -
Page 84: 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 [ e , r ] to select “Others” and press [OK]. -
Page 85: New Channel Message
■ Auto-Tuning You can restart auto channel setting if set up (➡ 18) fails for some reason. 1 Press [ e , r ] to select “Auto-Tuning” and press [OK]. When the confi rmation screen appears 2 Press [ w , q ] to select “Yes” and press [OK]. You can also use the following method to restart Auto-Tuning. -
Page 86: Hdd/Disc
Changing the unit’s settings HDD/Disc (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Settings for Playback Press [OK] to show the following settings. Soundtrack for DVD-Video [English] [German] [Spanish] [Original] The original language of each disc will be selected. [Other Subtitle for DVD-Video [Automatic]... -
Page 87: Picture
Picture (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Still Mode Select the type of picture shown when you pause play (➡ 114, Frames and fi elds). [Automatic] [Field] Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is coarser.) [Frame] Select if small text or fi... -
Page 88: Display
Changing the unit’s settings Audio Channels for HG/HX/HE/HL Recording This will set the audio when recording to the HDD in HG, HX, HE or HL modes, or converting the recording mode (➡ 46). Record using 5.1 ch audio [5.1-channel] [2-channel] Record using 2 ch audio. -
Page 89: Network Settings
HDMI Connection Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Video Mode Select “On” when video is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal. [On] [Off] When the equipment such as amplifi ers is connected using HDMI cable, and TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal (setup before connecting to the amplifi... -
Page 90: Others
[2 hours] [4 hours] 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 91: Other Settings
While pressing [ ^ TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons. e.g., 01: [0] ➡ [1] 10: [1] ➡ [0] Manufacturer and Code No. Brand Code Brand Panasonic 01/02/03/04 METZ AIWA MITSUBISHI AKAI 27/30 MIVAR BEJING BEKO 05/71/72/73/... -
Page 92: Network Settings
Network Settings These settings are used when you will connect this unit to a network.The connection to the Internet may take time or the internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. It is recommended that you use a broadband connection. ■... - Page 93 ■ Setting the proxy server In most cases, default settings can normally be used without making any changes. Please use this setting when instructed to by your Internet provider. Set the proxy server only after the connection test is completed properly.
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Page 94: Software Update
If downloading on this unit fails or this unit is not connected to the Internet, then you can download the latest software from the following website and burn it to a CD-R to update the software. http://panasonic.net/support/ RQT9429 All DVB Channels... -
Page 95: 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.) Connect to terminals of the same colour. Supplied Audio/Video cable can also be used as an alternative for Audio cable without connecting the video connector (yellow). -
Page 96: Connecting With An Hdmi Compatible Television And Receiver
When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI Cables 5.0 meters or less. 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. [➡ 74, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”)] Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised. -
Page 97: Connecting An Analogue Television And Vcr
Connecting an Analogue television and VCR To household mains socket (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete. AC IN This unit’s rear panel Cooling fan RF coaxial cable Connecting a Digital television and VCR To household mains socket (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) -
Page 98: Network Connection
Additional connections 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. Enjoying VIERA CAST Automatically acquire the title of the CD... -
Page 99: Operations That Can Be Performed Simultaneously
Operations that can be performed simultaneously Operations that can be performed while recording or copying a title ( : Possible, –: Impossible) While recording to HDD in DR mode While recording to HDD in HG, HX, HE, HL, XP, SP, LP, EP or FR modes While timer recording to disc While recording from DV input While copying in normal speed mode... -
Page 100: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations. Set up Which aerial is suitable for receiving digital terrestrial broadcasts? You can use your current aerial. However, depending on the area where you live, a new aerial may be necessary. Consult your local TV aerial installer. - Page 101 TV Guide Is it possible to programme a recording, with a start and end time that are different from the TV Guide system? You can manually change the start and end time of programmes in the Timer Recording menu. (➡ 34) Can I receive TV Guide system data via a connected satellite receiver or a Set Top Box? No, only via the built-in tuner.
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Page 102: Messages
Messages On the television Authorisation Error. Cannot fi nish recording completely. Cannot playback. TV system is different from the setting. To playback, please change the TV System in Setup. Cannot record to the disc. Unable to format. Cannot play on this unit. Cannot record. - Page 103 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. (“...
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Page 104: 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.) The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated. (Press and hold [ 8 ] on the main unit for 10 seconds.) - Page 105 The recorded title is stretched vertically. 16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases. – If you recorded or copied using “EP” or “FR -R -R DL -RW(V) (recordings 5 hours or longer)” recording mode. – If you recorded or copied to a +R, +R DL or +RW. –...
- Page 106 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. An unusually loud sound is coming from the rotating disc.
- Page 107 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.
- Page 108 Troubleshooting guide Still pictures Cannot display Direct Navigator screen. This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy. Cannot edit or format a card. Release the card’s protection setting. (➡ 11) The contents of the card cannot be read. Remove the card from the slot and then insert again. If this does not solve the problem, turn off and turn on the unit again.
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Page 109: Viera Link
Picture very infrequently breaks up on some or all channels. Electrical atmospheric interference caused by local or distant lighting storms or heavy rain with wind in “leafy” locations may cause pictures to break up and audio to mute or distort momentarily. -
Page 110: Specifications
19 pin type A: 1 pc HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Colour, x.v.Colour : 500 GB DMR-XW450 : 250 GB DMR-XW350 IEEE 1394 Standard, 4 pin : 1 pc Type A: 1 pc 10 BASE-T/100BASE-TX Channel coverage VHF: 6 to 12... - Page 111 SD Card Slot: SD Memory Card slot: 1 pc Compatible media: SD Memory Card Format: FAT12, FAT16 (In case of SD Memory Card) FAT32 (In case of SDHC Memory Card) Data that can be played: JPEG, Video (SD-Video) USB device USB standard: Format: Data that can be played:...
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Page 112: Structure Of Folders Displayed By This Unit
Specifi cations ■ Structure of folders displayed by this unit You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making folders as shown below. However depending on the method of writing data (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders. -
Page 113: License
AVC/VC-1 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 114: Glossary
Glossary AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high defi nition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. - Page 115 This refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display multiple pictures in the form of a list. VIERA CAST An information service unique to Panasonic where specifi c Web sites can be viewed on this unit by connecting to the Internet without using a PC.
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Page 116: Safety Precaution
The recording and playback of content on this or any other device may require permission from the owner of the copyright or other such rights in that content. Panasonic has no authority to and does not grant you that permission and explicitly disclaims any right, ability or intention to obtain such permission on your behalf. - Page 117 Panasonic or it's Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour if, in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period. 2. This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia or its Authorised Distributors or Dealers and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or it's territories.
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Page 118: Index
Index Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) ....77 Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) ....77 Album (Music) Edit. - Page 119 Network Connection......... 98 Settings .
- Page 120 Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem with the unit or recordable media, and accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by such loss.