Panasonic Diga DMR-E65 Operating Instructions Manual
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Operating Instructions
DVD Video Recorder
DMR-E65
Model No.
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Region number supported by
this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players
and software according to where they are sold.
≥The region number of this unit is "4".
≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels
containing "4" or "ALL".
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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 these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions DVD Video Recorder DMR-E65 Model No. Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they are sold. ≥The region number of this unit is “4”. ≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “4”... - Page 2 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, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Accessories ....... 3 Useful features ......4 The remote control. -
Page 4: Useful Features
Useful features This DVD Video recorder records high quality images to rapid random access capable DVD-RAM media. This has resulted in many new features that out perform older tape formats. The following information summarizes a few of these features. Instant recording You no longer need to search for empty disc space. -
Page 5: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control Turn the unit on (➡ page 9) Input select (AV3, AV4 or DV) (➡ page 33) Select channels and title numbers etc./ Enter numbers Basic operations for recording and play Show Top menu/Direct navigator (➡ page 20, 28) Show sub menu (➡... -
Page 6: Step 1 Connection
STEP Connection ≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. ∫ Examples of equipment you can connect to this unit’s terminals Television From AUDIO/VIDEO OUT or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals... -
Page 7: Component Video Output
Connecting a television with AUDIO/VIDEO, S-VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals and VCR indicates included accessories. indicates accessories not included. are required connections. Connect in the numbered order. To household mains socket Television’s (AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz) rear panel AC mains lead Connect only after all other connections are complete. - Page 8 STEP Connection Connecting an amplifier or system component ∫ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video Connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders using an optical digital audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” (➡page 41) after tuning is completed (➡...
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Page 9: Step 2 Channel Reception Settings
STEP Channel reception settings Í/ l SD CARD PC CARD EJECT Í DVD VOLUME INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT SD/PC Numbered buttons G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY... -
Page 10: Step 3 Set Up To Match Your Television And Remote Control
STEP Set up to match your television and remote control INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE CHAPTER Selecting television type and aspect Choose the setting to suit your television and preference. -
Page 11: Television Operation
When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control If other Panasonic products are placed close together, change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match). -
Page 12: Disc And Card Information
[DVD-R] ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs. DVD-R from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording. ≥This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC signals. Play of discs recorded with both PAL and NTSC on another unit is not guaranteed. - Page 13 (➡page 32, 46). ≥Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16 ≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card. ≥You cannot use SD cards that exceed 2 GB. ≥We recommend using this unit to format a card before recording (➡page 37, 46).
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Page 14: Recording Television Programmes
Recording television programmes Time Slip indicator SD CARD PC CARD EJECT DVD indicator INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL SKIP STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE F TIMER... -
Page 15: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times
∫ To specify a time to stop recording—One Touch Recording During recording Press [¥ REC] on the main unit to select the recording time. Each time you press the button: 30 (min.) ""# ""# 60 (min.) 90 (min.) ^" ,"" 240 (min.) ,"" 180 (min.) ,} Counter (cancel) ≥This does not work during timer recordings (➡page 17) or while using Flexible Recording (➡... -
Page 16: Flexible Recording
Recording television programmes Refer to the control reference on page 14. [RAM] [DVD-R] Flexible Recording The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. e.g., Recorded Remain 45 minutes in SP mode... -
Page 17: Timer Recording
Timer recording VOLUME INPUT SELECT SD/PC DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP ¢ CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK TIMER ERASE... -
Page 18: Manually Programming Timer Recordings
Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 17. [RAM] [DVD-R] You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) Manually programming timer recordings Press [PROG/CHECK]. TIMER Remain 1:58 SP... -
Page 19: 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 [ This programme is currently recording. W The times overlap those in another programme. Recording of the programme with the later start time starts when the earlier programme finishes recording. -
Page 20: Playing Recorded Video Contents/Playing Play
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs SD CARD PC CARD EJECT DVD indicator INPUT SELECT SD/PC DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR, TOP MENU TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY... -
Page 21: Operations During Play
Operations during play Stop Press [∫]. The stopped position is memorized. The indicator on the right appears in the unit’s display. (Excluding when playing from the Direct Navigator and when playing a play list.) Resume play function Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Pause Press [;]. -
Page 22: Editing Operations During Play
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 20. Editing operations during play Erase [RAM] [DVD-R] Create chapter (➡page 28, Title/Chapter) [RAM] Changing audio Press [AUDIO]. [RAM] [VCD] LR>L>R ^---------------} DVD-RAM PLAY e.g., “L R” is selected [Note] You cannot change the audio type in the following cases. -
Page 23: Using Menus To Play Mp3
Using menus to play MP3 VOLUME INPUT SELECT SD/PC DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP TIMER ERASE REC MODE... -
Page 24: Playing Still Pictures
Playing still pictures PC card slot SD CARD PC CARD EJECT DVD, SD, PC indicator SD card slot INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 ∫ DIRECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY... -
Page 25: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play
[RAM] [SD] [PC] Press [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive. ≥Each time you press [SD/PC]: SD card drive ,". PC card drive ≥On the main unit, press [DRIVE SELECT] several times. The indicator lights up on the unit. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. PICTURE (JPEG) VIEW DIRECT NAVIGATOR PICTURE (JPEG) VIEW PICTURE... -
Page 26: Using On-Screen Menus And Status Messages
Using on-screen menus and Status messages INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS DISPLAY TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE CHAPTER On-screen menus Press [DISPLAY]. Disc Soundtrack Play Subtitle... -
Page 27: Status Messages
Play menu—Change the play sequence This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Repeat play ≥All [VCD] [CD] (excluding MP3 discs) ≥Chapter [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] ≥Group [DVD-A] [CD] (MP3 discs only) ≥PL (Play list) [RAM] ≥Title [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] ≥Track [DVD-A] [VCD]... -
Page 28: Editing Titles/Chapters
Editing titles/chapters INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 STOP PAUSE DIRECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE CHAPTER [RAM] [DVD-R] Title/Chapter Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. -
Page 29: Title Operations
Title operations Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER]. § Erase ≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [RAM] [DVD-R] ≥The available recording time on DVD-R does not increase when you erase titles. Properties Information (e.g., time and date) is shown. -
Page 30: Creating, Editing And Playing Play Lists
Creating, editing and playing play lists INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL SKIP STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIMER ERASE [RAM] You can arrange the chapters (➡ page 28) to create a play list. Title Chapter Chapter... -
Page 31: Editing And Playing Play Lists/Chapters
Editing and playing play lists/chapters Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “PLAY LIST” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the play list. To start play ➡ Press [ENTER]. To edit ➡ Step 4. PLAY LIST PLAY LIST VIEW DVD-RAM... -
Page 32: Editing Still Pictures
Editing still pictures INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS [RAM] [SD] [PC] Preparation ≥Press [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive. ≥Release protection (➡ page 36). Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. -
Page 33: Recording From A Video Cassette Recorder
Recording from a video cassette recorder VOLUME INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT SD/PC DRIVE SELECT G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIME SLIP TIMER ERASE REC MODE... -
Page 34: Transferring (Dubbing) Still Pictures
Transferring (dubbing) still pictures DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU [RAM] [SD] [PC] Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “DUBBING”... -
Page 35: Transferring (Dubbing) All The Still Pictures Of A Card Onto A Dvd-Ram-Copy All Pictures
Transferring (dubbing) all the still pictures of a card onto a DVD-RAM —COPY ALL PICTURES [SD] or [PC] > [RAM] Preparation Press [SD/PC] to select the source drive. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “COPY ALL PICTURES”... -
Page 36: Disc And Card Management
Disc and card management INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE CHAPTER Setting the protection ∫ Setting the protection for the whole disc or card ≥For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge or for a card [RAM] With the write-protect tab in the protect position,... -
Page 37: Erasing All The Contents Of A Disc Or Card-Format
Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format [RAM] [SD] [PC] Preparation ≥Press [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive. ≥Release protection (➡page 36). While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “DISC MANAGEMENT” or “CARD MANAGEMENT”... -
Page 38: Entering Text
Entering text INPUT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL ¢ CANCEL -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE CHAPTER [RAM] [DVD-R] [SD] [PC] You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters: [RAM] Title... -
Page 39: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings < OPEN/CLOSE SD CARD PC CARD EJECT VOLUME INPUT SELECT SD/PC DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons G-Code CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU 3,4,2,1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS... - Page 40 Changing the unit’s settings Tabs Disc Language Choose the language for audio, subtitle and disc menus. [DVD-V] ≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. ≥Some discs start in a certain language despite any changes you make here. ≥Enter a code (➡ page 42) with the numbered buttons when you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”. When the selected language is not available on the disc, the default language is played.
- Page 41 Tabs Menus PLAY k1.3 & Audio during Search Sound You may hear sound regardless of this setting with some discs. Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. Bilingual Audio Selection [DVD-R] Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type when: –Recording or dubbing to a DVD-R.
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Page 42: Tuning
Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 39. Tuning While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “SETUP” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4] to select “Tuning” and press [1]. SETUP Manual Auto-Setup Restart Tuning Others Manual... -
Page 43: Tv System
Auto-Setup Restart You can restart auto channel setting if Auto-Setup (➡ page 9) fails for some reason. After performing steps 1–3 (➡page 42) Press [3, 4] to select “Auto-Setup Restart” and press [ENTER]. The confirmation screen appears. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. -
Page 44: Child Lock
Child Lock STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS TIMER ERASE REC MODE CREATE CHAPTER Maintenance/Disc and card handling Unit care The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown. -
Page 45: Specifications
Specifications Recording system DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM), DVD-Video format (DVD-R) Recordable discs DVD-RAM: 12 cm 4.7 GB, 12 cm 9.4 GB, 8 cm 2.8 GB 12 cm 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0) DVD-R: 12 cm 4.7 GB, 8 cm 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0) 12 cm 4.7 GB (for General Ver. -
Page 46: Glossary
Glossary 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. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs. -
Page 47: Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a CRT television or a multi system television using PAL mode that is compatible with progressive scan, we cannot recommend progressive output as some flickering can occur. ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 576P (625P)/480P (525P) input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television. -
Page 48: Error Messages
Error messages On the television Cannot finish recording completely. Cannot playback this title. TV system is different from the setting. To playback this title, please change the TV System in SETUP. Cannot record on the disc. Please check the disc. Unable to format. -
Page 49: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit: ≥Regular disc rotating sounds. - Page 50 ≥A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. ≥The timer programme is incorrect or different timer programme times overlap. Correct the programme.
- Page 51 Play ≥Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. Play fails to start even when ≥You tried to play a blank DVD-RAM/DVD-R, or disc unplayable on this unit. [1] (PLAY) is pressed. ≥When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8Hour)” mode, play may not be possible on DVD Play starts but then stops immediately.
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Page 52: Index
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Finalize ..... . 37, 46 Flexible Recording ....16 Format disc .