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Panasonic DMR-E80H Operating Instructions Manual

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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 ref-
erence.
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 "1".
≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing "1" or
"ALL".
Example:
1
1
ALL
2
4
P
PC
DVD VIDEO RECORDER
Operating Instructions
DMR-E80H
Model No.
[For\U.S.A.]only]
The warranty can be found on page 60.
[For\Canada]only]
The warranty can be found on page 61.
En las páginas 62 y 63 hay una guía de referen-
cia rápida en español.
RQT6984-P
This manual was printed with soy based ink.
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  • Page 1 ® DVD VIDEO RECORDER Operating Instructions DMR-E80H Model No. 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 ref- erence.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION! THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note: THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the listed below.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ≥The signal from the antenna passes through this unit and along ( page 45, Video–Black Level Control). Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or the website (http://www.panasonic.com). the 75 ≠ coaxial cable to the television even when this unit is When making this connection, ensure you Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

  • Page 4: Step 2 The Remote Control

    STEP STEP The remote control Plug-in Auto Tuning Press [3, 4] to select “Channel” and Batteries Preparation ≥Confirm that the antenna is connected correctly. press [1]. Opening the rear cover. Closing the rear cover. ≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to POWER Í, DVD POWER suit the connections to this unit.

  • Page 5: Step 4 Vcr Plusi Guide Channel Settings

    SETUP name channel number (in step 5) Antenna System CATV and press [2]. Auto Channel Setting Unnecessary Panasonic/National QUASAR Channel Caption Channel HITACHI Preset Channel Caption Enter channel 15 next SETUP VCR PlusiCH Setting Set Up Manual Channel Caption MAGNAVOX SYLVANIA to Guide Channel 33.

  • Page 6: Disc Information

    ≥Place the unit on a surface that is flat and not subject to vibration ≥The producer of the material can control how DVD-Video and ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs as they have been con- or impact. Video CDs are played. This means that you may not be able to ≥Place in an area where condensation does not occur.

  • Page 7: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Main unit 1 POWER button (Í, DVD (POWER)) ....7, 14 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.

  • Page 8: Recording

    Recording television programs [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [Note] Recording/Dubbing/Transferring of a program HDD, DVD record lamp ≥You can record while the unit is on standby for timer recording, but Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the This unit incorporates copyright protection technology for recording Disc tray once the time for the timer recording to begin is reached, any unit on.

  • Page 9: Recording The Best Quality Pictures In The Remaining Time-Flexible Recording

    Recording television programs Playing while you are recording Simultaneous rec and play Recording from a video cassette recorder Preparation You can play a program previously recorded. POWER POWER Connect a video cassette recorder to this unit’s input terminals ( page 52). During recording VCR Plus+ OPEN/CLOSE INPUT SELECT...

  • Page 10: Playing Discs

    Playing discs [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] Disc tray When a menu screen appears on the Using the Direct Navigator ERASE television [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the A list of programs is created as you record them. You can use this [VCD] unit on.

  • Page 11: Other Methods Of Play

    Other methods of play Slow-motion play Skipping a minute forward—CM Skip Quick View [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-A] (Motion picture parts only) [DVD-V] [VCD] [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [HDD] [RAM] (Only with Dolby Digital) POWER You can increase the speed of play without disrupting the While paused During play soundtrack.

  • Page 12: Marking Places To Play Again-Marker

    Other methods of play Using menus to play MP3 discs Using the tree screen to find a group Press [2, 1] to select an asterisk (¢) and press [ENTER]. POWER POWER While the file list is displayed One marker is added. Press [1] to display the tree screen.

  • Page 13: Timer Recording

    Timer recording Preparation Manually programming timer recordings Press [ENTER] when have ≥Ensure the clock (and guide channels for VCR Plusr recording, page 8) are set correctly. finished programming the timer. You can enter up to 32 programs up to a month in advance. POWER ≥Release protection (cartridge page 10, disc...

  • Page 14: Auto Renewal Recording

    Timer recording Change or delete the program Check programs [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] POWER Press [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. VCR Plus+ OPEN/CLOSE INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO The timer recording list appears. TIMER Remain HDD 17:36 SP 1:42 SP RECORDING Press [3, 4] to select the program. 3/26 TUE 12:55 PM No CHANNEL DATE...

  • Page 15: Dubbing

    Dubbing programs or play list To stop dubbing Select items for dubbing. One Touch Dubbing (HDD DVD) Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds. 1 Press [3, 4] to select the dub- ≥Data will be recorded up to the point recording was stopped. How- Dubbing List bing list table and press [ENTER].

  • Page 16: Creating Play Lists

    Creating play lists Playing play lists Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the While stopped Press [PLAY LIST]. scene and press [ENTER]. POWER While stopped The scene you select is played. Press [3, 4] to select “–– ––/––” and Press [PLAY LIST].

  • Page 17: Editing Play Lists

    Editing play lists [HDD] [RAM] page 31, Playing play list scenes Play Scenes Operation ∫ Add Preparation (maximum of 999 scenes) Press [3, 4] to PLAY LIST No.3 Dinosaur Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive. Edit Scenes PLAY LIST Scene No.

  • Page 18: Editing Programs

    Editing programs Operation Press [2] to Erase Program [Note] Preparation select “Erase” and Erase Program Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive. ≥ The disc’s available recording time may not increase after press [ENTER]. [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Remaining Recording Time 0 : 58 SP erasing short programs.

  • Page 19: Hdd, Disc Setting

    Press [RETURN]. speed mode markers are treated as chapter cutoff points. ≥ These DVD-R can be played on other Panasonic DVD players, but this is not guaranteed. Play may not be possible due to the player you are using, the DVD-R, or the condition of the recording. Play the disc using this unit if you experience problems with other equipment.

  • Page 20: Entering Text

    Entering text Changing audio ∫ While playing HDD, DVD-RAM or Video CD Preparation Release protection before proceeding. LR>L>R page 36 [RAM] Cartridge page 10, program page 34, disc DVD-RAM POWER ^---------------} POWER PLAY e.g., DVD-RAM After the titling screen appears VCR Plus+ OPEN/CLOSE INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO...

  • Page 21: Using On-Screen Menus

    Using on-screen menus Disc menu Play menu Not available when playing CDs and MP3 discs. POWER e.g., DVD-RAM e.g., DVD-RAM Disc Disc Repeat play Î Digital 2/0 ch Sound track VCR Plus+ OPEN/CLOSE INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Play † † † † † † † † † † Play Marker 1s10...

  • Page 22: Using The Functions Window

    Using on-screen menus Using the FUNCTIONS window On-screen displays Displays appear on the television when you operate the unit to let Video menu you know what operation was performed and what condition the unit is in. ∫ When “User” is selected DIRECT NAVIGATOR PLAY LIST POWER...

  • Page 23: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings Summary of settings Tabs Menus Options This chart shows the initial settings for this unit. See page 46 for details on menu operation. Video ≥Automatic Still Mode ≥Underlined items are the factory presets. ≥Field: Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. Less blurred field stills are shown.

  • Page 24: Common Procedures

    Changing the unit’s settings Changing the remote control code Clock settings Panasonic DVD players and recorders use the same remote control POWER Preparation system so they may respond unintentionally to a command from this Manual Clock Setting If you connect the unit through a cable TV box or DSS receiver remote control.

  • Page 25: Other Channel Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings Home Theater Refer to the relevant pages for details. Press [3, 4] to select the caption and Enjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts then press [1]. POWER You can choose from the following captions. Reference Reference ABC, PBS, CBS, CNN, FOX, ESPN, NBC, HBO, A&E, AMC, VCR Plus+ OPEN/CLOSE INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO...

  • Page 26: Connecting A Cable Tv Box/Satellite Receiver

    Home Theater ≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. Connecting an amplifier or system component ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. This model can play Dolby Digital, but only in two channels. This model does not have a DTS decoder. You must connect a unit with a ≥The signal from the cable TV box or satellite receiver passes through this unit to the television even when this unit is turned off.

  • Page 27: Connecting Other Video Equipment

    Home Theater Other antenna connections Connecting other video equipment Other antenna connection to the unit Other antenna connection from the unit to the television Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead. Connecting to the L2 input terminals on the front Connecting to the input terminals on the rear of of the unit the unit, L1 and L3...

  • Page 28: Glossary

    Glossary Error messages Bitstream Hard disk drive (HDD) On the television Page This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 chan- This is a mass data storage device used in computers etc. A disk ≥You haven’t inserted a disc. Correctly insert a disc that this unit can use. No disc.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Guide

    (http://www.panasonic.com). Low volume. 50–52 In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), ≥Turn V.S.S. off if it causes distortion. Distorted sound. or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that For product information or assistance with product operation: described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servic- In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at ing to authorized servicing personnel. 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or the website (http://www.panasonic.com).

  • Page 31: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    Panasonic DVD Recorder Limited Warranty Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Limited Warranty Coverage...

  • Page 32: Guía De Referencia Rápida En Español (Spanish Quick Reference)

    Guía de referencia rápida en español ∫ Si selecciona el elemento para salida progresiva (480P) Conexiones del televisor y de la antena Para detener la reproducción y la grabación Seleccione Vídeo en el menú en pantalla y ajuste “Transferencia” de 1 Pulse [∫].

  • Page 33: Index

    Division of Matsushita Electric 5770 Ambler Drive Electric Corporation of America of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”) Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 One Panasonic Way Secaucus, Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 www.panasonic.ca New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, http://www.panasonic.com Puerto Rico 00985 C 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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