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Panasonic Diga DMR-EX98VEB 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 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. 5135, 16th November 2007
Notice for DVB functions
This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not Pay TV or encrypted channels unless connected to an external
source capable of receiving Pay TV or encrypted channels.
This unit does not have an analogue broadcast tuner.
• 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-EX98VEB
Model No.
Example:
2
2
3
ALL
5
RQT9089-B

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Region numbers are allocated to DVD recorders and DVD-Video according to where they are sold. Example: • 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 RQT9089-B...

  • Page 2: Features

    Features Enjoy Digital Broadcast ! Convenient Functions ! Receives digital terrestrial broadcast Linked operations with the TV using an integrated DVB tuner You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and • Watching Television (➔ 19) receiver by using VIERA Link or Q Link. •...

  • Page 3: Accessories

    For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided • For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. • Visit our website for product information • It couldn’t be simpler! •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Safety Precautions Table of Contents Getting Started Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, Features .................2 high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These Accessories ................3 conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby Sales and Support Information ..........3 shortening the unit’s service life.
  • Page 5 Chapters—Creating, Editing ..........56 Troubleshooting Guide .............94 Accessing the Chapter View ............56 Chapter Operations ..............56 When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Control ..94 Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists .........57 To reset this unit .................94 Accessing the Playlist View ............57 General Issues: Power ...............95...

  • Page 6: Hdd (Hard Disk Drive) Handling Care/Disc And Card 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 7: Remote Control Information/Unit Care

    Remote Control Information/Unit Care Remote Control Information About batteries Using the remote control • Insert so the poles ( 4 and 3 ) match those in the remote control. Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, up to a maximum range of 7 m •...

  • Page 8: Location Of Parts/Controls

    Location of Parts/Controls Remote Control Turn the unit on or off ..........(➔ 13) Select drive [HDD, DVD, SD or VHS]..(➔ 20, 21, 44) Select channels and title numbers etc./ Enter numbers ............(➔ 13) To delete unwanted recorded titles, still pictures or music/Reset the tape counter ....

  • Page 9: The Unit's Display

    The Unit’s Display (for VHS) (for HDD/DVD) (for VHS) (for HDD/DVD) Timer recording indicator ( z ) ....(➔ 22 ) Digital broadcast indicator Lights when the unit is receiving digital broadcast or GUIDE When a timer recording programme is registered and a Plus+ data.

  • Page 10: Basic Connection

    Basic Connection Use of the 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. • Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables. •...

  • Page 11: 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 (➔ 50). – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output”...

  • Page 12: Connecting To A Tv With An Hdmi (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Cable

    Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [➔ 50, Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”/Q Link)] •...

  • Page 13: 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.
  • Page 14 Setting the Channels and Clock w to select “Yes”, then e , r to select “To Others”, then The cursor moves to “Name”. e , r to select “Setup”, then q to enter the name. e , r to select “Others”, then q . e , r to select a letter, then q to move to next character.

  • Page 15: Hdd And Disc Handling

    -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL recording speeds. Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment (➔ 77). can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD- Notes RAM compatible DVD players. can be played back only on equipment •...

  • Page 16: Play-Only Discs

    HDD and Disc Handling Play-only Discs Standard Disc type Logo Uses symbol DVD-Video 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 DVD-RW have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc.

  • Page 17: Usb Memory And Card Handling

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

  • Page 18: Divx Files, Mp3S And Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    DivX files, MP3s and Still Pictures (JPEG) DivX File Information Notes HDD RAM SD Playable media -R -R DL CD USB • Compatible formats: DCF compliant (Content recorded on a File format DivX digital camera, etc.) Files must have the extension Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard established “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI”...

  • Page 19: Watching Television

    Watching Television Refer to “GUIDE Plus+ system” (➔ 38) for detail information. 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 digital terrestrial channels.

  • Page 20: 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 HDD and Disc Playback” (➔ 40 to 42) for detailed information on playback of discs. HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) CD VCD to turn the unit on.

  • Page 21: Recording Television Programmes

    Recording Television Programmes Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” (➔ 27) and “Advanced Recording” (➔ 28 to 30) for detail information on recording. HDD RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW VHS Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.

  • Page 22: Timer Recording

    Timer Recording What is Freeview Playback? Freeview Playback is the functions that enable timer recordings be controlled by the signal sent from the broadcaster. “Guide Link”, “Series recording” (➔ 34), and “Split Programme” are available. “Guide Link” — If you set a timer recording from the TV Guide, the recording’s start and stop times can be controlled by the broadcaster, e.g.

  • Page 23: Copying Titles (One Touch Copy)

    Copying Titles (One Touch Copy) Refer to “Copying titles or playlists” (➔ 62 to 69) for detail information on copying. Copying Titles and Playlists (HDD ➔ DVD or VHS) Programmes are automatically copied onto the disc or tape from the location of playback at the time when the copying of the HDD starts.

  • Page 24: Copying Titles (Vhs ➔ Hdd Or Dvd)

    Copying Titles (One Touch Copy) Refer to “Copying titles or playlists” (➔ 62 to 69) for detail information on copying. Copying Titles (VHS ➔ HDD or DVD) Programmes are automatically copied onto the HDD or disc from the location of playback at the time when the copying of the tape starts. ➔...

  • Page 25: Copying Titles Or Playlists (Dvd ➔ Hdd Or Vhs)

    Copying Titles or Playlists (DVD ➔ HDD or VHS) All titles on the disc are automatically copied onto the HDD or tape. RAM -RW(VR) +RW ➔ ➔ RAM -RW(VR) -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.

  • Page 26: Deleting Titles

    Deleting Titles Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. • If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 76). • Press [ ; OPEN/CLOSE] and insert a disc. Press [ ; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.

  • Page 27: Important Notes For Recording

    Important Notes for Recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound: Hello Hola Hallo Selecting You can select audio language when received Select the audio that you audio for audio in multi-channel broadcast (“Multi Audio” want to record in “DVB Multi recording appears at the bottom of digital channel Audio”...

  • Page 28: Advanced Recording

    Advanced Recording Recording Modes and Durations (HDD, DVD) DVD-RAM DVD-R, Recording DVD-R DL +R DL DVD-RW, +R, Single-sided Double-sided Mode (250 GB) (8.5 GB) (8.5 GB) +RW (4.7 GB) (4.7 GB) (9.4 GB) 1 hour 1 hour 55 hours 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour (High quality)

  • Page 29: When The Format Confirmation Screen Is Displayed

    When Digital TEXT (MHEG) (➔ 52) is displayed, Direct TV recording is unavailable. onto the disc again. (➔ 76)] • When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV, if you switch TV channels while using Direct TV recording, the Direct TV recording stops. to start finalising.

  • Page 30: Flexible Recording

    Advanced Recording Flexible Recording Playing while you are recording HDD RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW • You can play HDD, DVD or VHS while recording to The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the other drive. The recording will not be affected. the programme within the remaining disc space.

  • Page 31: Recording From A Satellite Receiver

    Recording from a Satellite Receiver HDD RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW VHS Linked timer recordings with external equipment (SKY Digital Manual Recording STB/satellite receiver)–EXT LINK This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have PAL signal recordings. (However, both To record programmes from a SKY Digital STB/satellite types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.) receiver using timer programming...

  • Page 32: Recording From An External Device

    Recording from an External Device Recording from a VCR, etc. Recording to HDD or DVD Connect cables while both the unit and the external HDD RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW device are turned off. Perform steps − (➔ left). Front of the unit Start play on the external device.

  • Page 33: Recording From A Dv Camcorder

    Recording from a DV Camcorder w , q to select “Rec to HDD” or Connect the cable while both the unit and the external “Rec to DVD”, then device are turned off. Front of the unit to select the recording mode (➔...

  • Page 34: Advanced Timer Recording

    Advanced Timer Recording Manual timer recordings HDD RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW VHS – The timer icon is displayed in left column. Preparation: • Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. Name •...

  • Page 35: To Cancel A Timer Recording In Progress

    Check, Change, Delete Programmes, or Resolve Overlapping – You cannot change Name, Date and Start/Stop. HDD RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW VHS – This unit automatically records the The timer recording list can be viewed even when the programmes that are identified to be of the unit is off.

  • Page 36: To Deactivate Timer Programme (E.g. To Interrupt A Daily Or Weekly Timer Programming)

    Advanced Timer Recording Relief Recording to delete. RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW – You cannot delete programmes that are When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not currently recording. enough remaining blank space, recording automatically to modify the programme. switches to the “HDD”.

  • Page 37: 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 (➔ 50) that you can use for setting timer recordings using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable (➔ 10, 11). Make timer programming on the to turn the unit off.

  • Page 38: Guide Plus+ System

    GUIDE Plus+ system What is the GUIDE Plus+ system? The GUIDE Plus+ system gives you an overview of digital television and radio programmes up to 7 days in advance. 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, films etc., according to categories such as TV or radio.

  • Page 39: Selecting The Programme From The Desired Programme Type Or Category

    • The programme list data are continuously downloaded in the Selecting the programme from the background when the unit is turned on. That means that the desired programme type or category programme list can sometimes change while you are looking at it. This function lets you display a GUIDE Plus+ list sorted If the “Overlapped Timer Recording”...

  • Page 40: Advanced Hdd And Disc Playback

    Advanced HDD and Disc Playback To view other pages Menu Screens on the TV Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. (Thumbnail Display only) DVD-V VCD You can also press [ ] to view other pages.

  • Page 41: Search

    To play grouped titles Search Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select the group and press During playback [OK]. Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select the title and press –...

  • Page 42: Frame-By-Frame Viewing

    Advanced HDD and Disc Playback Playing DivX, MP3 and Still Pictures (JPEG) Frame-by-Frame Viewing Showing the menu screen HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -R -R DL CD e.g. DVD-V -RW(VR) VCD Insert the disc. Disc If the disc contains Play Video (DivX) different fi...

  • Page 43: Playing Mp3

    Playing MP3 Using the tree screen to find a folder -R -R DL CD USB While the fi le list is displayed You can play MP3 files recorded with a computer onto Press [ q ] while a title is highlighted to display the a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory.

  • Page 44: Playing Still Pictures

    Playing DivX, MP3 and Still Pictures (JPEG) Playing still pictures Notes HDD RAM -R -R DL CD USB SD • You can use 8 MB to 2 GB SD memory cards, 4 GB to 16 GB • You can play still pictures recorded with a computer SDHC memory cards (➔...

  • Page 45: Slide Show

    Slide Show Zoom You can display still pictures one by one with regular interval. While playing a picture From the Album View screen e , r , w , q to select an album, then To zoom in: FUNCTION MENU You can also start Slide Show with the following Rotate RIGHT e , r to select “Zoom...

  • Page 46: Advanced Video Cassette Playback

    Advanced Video Cassette Playback Fast-forward/Rewind Jet Rewind Video tapes will rewind to the beginning of the tape at With the unit stopped higher-speed. to fast-forward the tape. to rewind the tape. Notes Slow-motion Play • Depending on the tape or an operating condition, the rewind speed may change somewhat.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Playback Picture

    Adjusting the Playback Picture Changing Audio during Playback Manual Tracking Press and hold for about 5 or The unit usually makes tracking adjustments more seconds. automatically, but you may need to do it manually if noise appears on a tape recorded on other equipment. The audio changes as follows.

  • Page 48: Playing Music

    Playing music To play music CD e , r to select the track, then Preparation • You can also select the track with the numbered buttons. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. e.g., “5”: [0] ➔ [5], “15”: [1] ➔ [5] Insert a music CD.

  • Page 49: Convenient Functions

    Convenient Functions USB device FUNCTION MENU Windows This unit displays the menu to help you start USB operations. By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may • “USB device” appears when a compatible USB device is connected. access the main functions quickly and easily. With the unit stopped To pause the TV programme you are FUNCTION MENU...

  • Page 50: Linked Operations With The Tv (Viera Link "Hdavi Control™"/Q Link)

    Even if the TV is turned off, the unit will not be turned off at the same time when recording, copying, finalising, etc. • When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the receiver will also turn off. This function allows you to immediately start recording the programme that you are Direct TV Recording viewing on the TV (➔...

  • Page 51: 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” or “HDAVI Control 3” 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. [ e , r , w , q ], [OK], [RETURN], [EXIT], [OPTION], and the coloured buttons.

  • Page 52: Information Messages

    Information Messages Digital Channel Information Notes You can display the information about programmes • Everytime you change the channel, digital channel information (programme name, broadcast time, etc.). appears automatically. They disappear again after a short time. • If you record a digital radio broadcast or a digital broadcast that is not being received correctly, digital channel information is also With the unit stopped recorded and will remain visible during playback.

  • Page 53: Entering Text

    Entering Text You can give names to recorded titles, etc. Signal Quality When viewing the Enter Name screen. No Signal The digital broadcast signal is not being Enter Name received. Bad Signal Due to poor signal conditions, etc., the digital Top Menu Preview broadcast signal has been interrupted.

  • Page 54: Titles-Editing

    Titles−Editing HDD RAM Title Operations -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL (You can not edit finalised discs.) +RW -RW(VR) Delete You can edit titles on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW deleting unwanted parts of titles such as commercials, changing Thumbnail, dividing and deleting titles, etc.

  • Page 55: Divide Title

    Set up Protection/Cancel Protection Press [ q PLAY] to start play. Press [OK] at the point you want to use as the HDD RAM +R +R DL +RW thumbnail. Use to prevent accidental erasure of titles. – For quicker editing (➔ below, Tips) –...

  • Page 56: Chapters-Creating, Editing

    Chapters−Creating, Editing HDD RAM Tips When creating chapters in your favourite scenes, you can easily reach the head of scene using [ u , i ] (SKIP) or To exit the menu screens play on Chapter View. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Tips To view other pages Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select “Previous”...

  • Page 57: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists

    Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists HDD RAM Creating Playlists -RW(VR) (play only) HDD RAM You can create playlists by grouping your favourite scenes (chapters) from the recorded titles and edit the created playlists. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Playlist View” (➔ left). Press [ w , q ] to select the source title, then press Tips [ r ].

  • Page 58: Chapter View

    Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists Chapter Operations Edit Press [ e , r ] to select “Add Chapter”, then HDD RAM press [OK]. Chapter (➔ 57, Creating Playlists) You can create and copy playlists, and change thumbnail. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Playlist View”...

  • Page 59: Still Pictures And Music-Editing

    Still Pictures and Music—Editing Album (still picture)/Picture Operations Accessing the Album (still picture)/ Picture View Notes • Timer recordings do not start when performing “Change Preparation: Date”, “Copy to DVD-RAM”, “Copy to HDD”, “Add Pictures” • Release protection (disc, cartridge, card RAM SD or “Create Album”.
  • Page 60 Still Pictures and Music—Editing Set up Protection/Cancel Protection Copy to DVD-RAM/Copy to HDD HDD RAM SD HDD RAM Set protection to prevent pictures from being accidentally Perform steps − of “Accessing the Album (still picture)/ deleted. Picture View” (➔ 59). Perform steps −...

  • Page 61: Accessing The Album (Cd)/Group (Cd)/Track View

    Accessing the Album (CD)/Group (CD)/Track View Deleting still pictures and music using Delete Navigator Preparation: Preparation: • Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. • Release protection (disc, cartridge, card RAM SD 76, Setting Protection). ➔ Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. –...

  • Page 62: Copying Titles Or Playlists

    Copying titles or playlists With this unit, you can select a copy method from the three types listed below. (About copying still pictures ➔ 70) Copy Copy Copy One Touch Copy One Touch Copy One Touch Copy Advanced Copy Advanced Copy Copy Copy One Touch Copy...
  • Page 63 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) When making a copy of multiple titles that were recorded with “Recording Format” set to “Video format” and “VR format”...

  • Page 64: Copy Restrictions

    Copying titles or playlists Copy restrictions Titles and playlists recorded using a different encoding Regarding copying of the broadcasts that allow “One system (PAL or NTSC) from the TV system currently time only recording” selected on the unit cannot be copied. You can copy a recorded title to a CPRM (➔...

  • Page 65: Copy

    Copy Check the properties of a title and sort COPY Navigator DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL are automatically fi nalised (➔ 104). After fi nalising, the Perform steps − of “Copy” (➔ left). discs become play-only and you can also play them on other DVD equipment.

  • Page 66: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy

    Copying titles or playlists Press [ e , r , w , q ] to select the title or playlist, then Copying using the copying list press [ h PAUSE]. —Advanced Copy A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all necessary items.

  • Page 67: Copying A Finalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +Rdl

    Cancel all registered copying setting and lists Notes After performing steps − (➔ 66) When you stop High-speed copying Press [ e , r ] to select “Cancel All”, then press All titles that have completely copied at the point [OK].

  • Page 68: Copying A Video Cassette

    Copying titles or playlists Preparation: Notes • Insert the finalised disc (➔ 89). • If you perform search, frame-by-frame or pause Insert a video cassette that you can use for • while copying, that portion of title is not recorded. copying (➔...

  • Page 69: Copying Sd Video From An Sd Card

    (➔ 68, Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have right column): been taken by a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD • The recording mode is automatically selected by etc, can be copied from the camera’s HDD to this unit’s HDD estimating the remaining capacity of the disc for or DVD-RAM.

  • Page 70: Copying Still Pictures

    Copying Still Pictures HDD RAM USB SD Press [ e , r ] to select “Copy Pictures (JPEG)” and • SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can press [OK]. only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-compatible Press [ e , r ] to select “Copy to”, then press [ w , q ] equipment.
  • Page 71 Delete Delete the selected items. Register still pictures for copy. 1. Press [ e , r ] to select “Delete”, then press – If you are going to copy a registered list without [OK]. making any changes to it (➔ step 2.

  • Page 72: Copying Music To Hdd

    Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. Tips Music CD (CD-DA) When copying music CDs, this unit makes access to the To stop copying internal Gracenote Database to obtain title information. ®...

  • Page 73: To Update Gracenote ® Database

    Press [e, r] to select the MP3 file or folder and press [h PAUSE]. on the HDD. (The names will be still blank.) A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all • Depending on the situation of Panasonic or Gracenote, necessary items. upgrading the Gracenote Database and providing it ®...

  • Page 74: Setting On-Screen Display

    Setting On-Screen Display Accessing the On-Screen Display Disc Menu When playing discs (except for JPEG discs), you can display HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V and DivX and set the options including disc audio, subtitle, image -RW(VR) VCD quality, sound effect, Repeat Play, etc.

  • Page 75: Play Menu

    Play Menu Sound Menu HDD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V You can change the settings of audio when receiving the -RW(VR) CD VCD multi-channel broadcast, and also change the settings of sound effect when playing discs. Repeat Play DVB Multi Audio This function works only when the elapsed play time is...

  • Page 76: Hdd, Dvd And Card Management

    HDD, DVD and Card Management You can manage discs through formatting, finalising Tips and other operations. • The disc name is displayed in the DVD Management Accessing the Management Menus window. • With a finalised discs and +RW created Top Menu, the Preparation: name is displayed on the Top Menu.

  • Page 77: Create Top Menu

    Selecting the background style—Top Menu Notes -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW • Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while finalising. You can select the background that will be displayed as the This can render the disc unusable. DVD-Video top menu after finalising or Create Top Menu •...

  • Page 78: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Channel Settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. Accessing the Setup Menu To Others Setup With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. (➔ left, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Press [ e , r ] to select “To Others”, then press [OK].
  • Page 79 Add New DVB Services Tips You can search for newly added digital terrestrial channels to receive. To browse through the list Setup Press [ 1 2 CH]. Edit Profiles Auto-Setup Restart DVB Manual Tuning Add New DVB Services Tuning Auto-Setup Restart Add New DVB Services Disc Signal Condition...

  • Page 80: Playback/Recording Settings

    Playback/Recording Settings Settings for Recording Press [OK] to show the following settings. To Others Setup Recording time in EP mode Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode. [EP (6Hours)]: You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc. (➔...

  • Page 81: Picture And Sound Settings

    Picture and Sound Settings Digital Audio Output Change the settings when you have connected equipment through the unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (➔ 88). To Others Setup Press [OK] to show the following settings. PCM Down Conversion Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz (➔...

  • Page 82: Display, Connection And Vhs Settings

    Display, Connection and VHS Settings TV Aspect This setting needs to be changed when connected to a 4:3 standard aspect TV. To Others Setup Press [ e , r ] to select the TV Aspect, then press [OK]. [16:9] [4:3] [Letterbox] TV Aspect Setup (➔...

  • Page 83: Hdmi Settings

    HDMI Settings AV2 Settings Set to match the connected equipment. • Press [OK] to show the following settings. • Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Video Format AV2 Input You can only select items compatible with the connected Set to “RGB/Video”...

  • Page 84: System Settings

    System Settings System Update In order to update this unit, the TV Guide download, and support system changes made by broadcasts, this unit periodically To Others Setup performs software updates. • Press [OK] to show the following settings. • Update data and EPG download information are sent by an unscheduled digital broadcast.

  • Page 85: Other Settings

    Remote Control Codes for the TV TEX ONDA THOMSON 10 / 15 / 44 Manufacturer Code No. TOSHIBA 16 / 57 Panasonic 01 / 02 / 03 / 04 WHITE AIWA WESTINGHOUSE AKAI 27 / 30 YAMAHA 18 / 41...

  • Page 86: 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 (➔ 50). – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output”...

  • Page 87: Using An Audio/Video Cable

    • You can connect this unit to a TV using the audio/video (AV) cable, S Video cable or component video cables instead of the 21- pin Scart cable (➔ 10, 11, 86). Using an Audio/Video Cable Using an S Video Cable The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture Rear of TV than the VIDEO OUT terminal.

  • Page 88: Using An Audio Cable For Better Sound

    Red White Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” function Audio cable When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a (not supplied) receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [➔ 50, Linked Operations Red White with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™”/Q Link)]...

  • Page 89: Media (Disc/Sd Card/Usb Memory) And Video Cassette Handling

    Media (Disc/SD Card/USB Memory) and Video Cassette Handling Inserting Discs Inserting/Removing the USB memory Inserting the USB memory Press [ ; OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. – Insert a disc. Insert label-up. • Before inserting any USB memory to this unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been backed up.

  • Page 90: Frequently Asked Questions

    Is my TV progressive output • All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p − compatible? input terminals are compatible.

  • Page 91: Recording

    Recording Page Can I record from a commercially • Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs are copy protected; − purchased video cassette or DVD? therefore, recording is usually not possible. Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, • You can play these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD players after DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), finalising the disc on this unit.

  • Page 92: Messages

    Messages On the Unit’s Display Page • An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the − status of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. (“ ” stands for a service number.) If the service number still does not disappear after the check, reset the unit (➔...

  • Page 93: On The Tv

    On the TV Page Authorisation Error. • You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) Cannot finish recording completely. • The programme was copy-protected. −...

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting Guide

    Operations are slow to respond in power save mode. • Operations are 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 (➔ above, To restore the unit if it freezes).

  • Page 95: General Issues Power

    General Issues Power Page No power. • Insert the AC mains lead securely into a known active household mains 10, 11, socket. The unit does not turn on pressing • Linked timer recordings with external equipment is in recording standby [^ DVD/VHS].

  • Page 96: General Issues: Operation

    Troubleshooting Guide General Issues Operation Page Cannot operate the TV with the • Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. unit’s remote control. • It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries. Cannot operate the DVD.

  • Page 97: General Issues Dvb-T

    General Issues DVB-T Page Digital broadcasts cannot be • Check the connections. 10, 11, 86 • Digital broadcast may not have started in your region yet or changed. − received. • The aerial may not be pointing in the direction of the TV station, or the −...

  • Page 98: General Issues Usb

    Troubleshooting Guide General Issues Page The contents of the USB memory • Remove the USB memory from the USB port and then insert again. If this − cannot be read. does not solve the problem, turn off and turn on the unit again. •...

  • Page 99: Playback Issues Sound

    • You may be able to copy a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to − DVD-RAM using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection. • When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8Hours) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM.

  • Page 100: Playback Issues: Vhs Picture

    Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Operation (Continued) Page You have forgotten your ratings • With the tray open, press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive, press and password. hold [ * REC] and [ q ] on the main unit simultaneously for about 5 or more seconds.
  • Page 101 +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 102: Recording Issues: Vhs Recording

    − • 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 • When recording or high speed copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW −...

  • Page 103: Editing Issues: Hdd, Dvd & Sd

    Editing Issues HDD, DVD & SD Page Cannot edit. • You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no available space. 26, 54, Delete any unwanted titles to create empty space. Cannot format. • The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. •...

  • Page 104: Glossary

    This unit records programmes using MPEG2. Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound SD Video files shot with a Panasonic SD video camera, etc. can be that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest copied to the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc.

  • Page 105: Sampling Frequency

    Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. 2000-2008 Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright © 2000- Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p 2008 Gracenote. This product and service may practice one input terminals are progressive compatible.

  • Page 106: Specifications

    5 Video Recording conversion and transfer is possible from card or Video Out (PAL/NTSC): Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, to HDD or DVD- AV1/AV2 (21 pin), Video Out (pin jack) 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination RAM disc. After Video Recording conversion and transfer to HDD S-Video Out (PAL/NTSC): or DVD-RAM disc, the playback is possible.
  • Page 107 CAUTION! CAUTION THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR Replace only with the same or equivalent type PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 108: Index

    Title .............54 Environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQT9089-B Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) H0408FJ0 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...

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