Trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project Declaration of Conformity (22nd October 2008) [For]Italy[and[Spain] No. 5961 [For]France] No. 5960 Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com About descriptions in these operating instructions ≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as “ ±±”. RQT9308-L EC EF...
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CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. CLASS 1 USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR LASER PRODUCT 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,...
Included accessories Getting started Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of February 2009. These may be subject to change.) ∏ ∏ ∏ ∏ (N2QAYB000335) 1 Remote control AC mains lead 1 RF coaxial cable 2 Batteries For use with this unit only.
∫ 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).
Control reference guide Quick Start Guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on ( 2 Select drive [HDD or DVD] ( 16, 17) Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT]. 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer programmes ( 18, 25)
Main unit Pull to flip down the front panel. 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) ( 6 Channel select ( Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In 7 Start recording ( 17)/Specify a time to stop recording ( standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of 8 Stop ( 17, 26)
STEP Connection Using a 21-pin Scart cable ≥You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television ( 32). ≥You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television ( 70).
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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. 32, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)] ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.
STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings The features of the power save function when the unit is in standby mode are as below. Power Save §1 DRIVE SELECT Power consumption Approx. 0.9 W Approx. 13 W PAGE Startup time Not Quick...
Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment ( 48). ≥When “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On”, the restrictions on [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and secondary audio recording are also applied to DVD-RAM. Turn this DVD-RAM compatible DVD players.
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HDD and disc information Play-only discs Disc type Logo Standard symbol Uses DVD-Video [DVD-V] High quality movie and music discs DVD-RW (DVD DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder [-RW‹VR›] Video ≥You can play programmes that allow One time only recording if they Recording have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc.
Regarding DivX files, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) ® [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] DivX ≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats) and Joliet Playable [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] ≥This unit is compatible with multi-session/border (except for DVD- media R DL), but reading or play of the disc may take time if there are a File format...
Media handling Inserting discs Disc care 1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. ∫ How to hold a disc ∫ Cartridge disc Do not touch the recorded surface. Insert label-up with the arrow facing in. Insert label-up. DO NOT ∫...
Watching analogue and digital broadcasts c operations This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to Press [3, 4] to select “DVB Multi directly receive and record analogue and digital Audio” or “DVB Subtitle” and press terrestrial channels. [1]. e.g., DVB Multi Audio Disc DVB Multi Audio...
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to “Advanced playback” ( 26) for detail ∫ When a menu screen appears on the television information. [DVD-V] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [OK]. ≥Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. ...
Recording television programmes Refer to “Notes for recording” ( 19) and “Advanced Press [¥ REC] to start recording. recording” ( 20) for detail information. OPEN/CLOSE Recording will take place on open space on the HDD or on disc. Data will not be overwritten. ≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during recording.
Notes for recording anced ations Selecting Audio for Broadcast in multi-channel sound (Digital broadcast only): Hello Hola Hallo You can select the audio language when receiving audio in Recording multi channel broadcast [“Multi Audio” appears at the bottom of Select the audio that you want to digital channel information display ( 15)].
Advanced recording Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) Recording Mode DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL +R DL §3 §3 (160 GB) DVD-RW...
Flexible Recording When you want to start recording Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Start” (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) and press [OK]. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space.
Recording broadcasts from external equipment [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Linked timer recordings with external See also “Notes for recording” ( 19). equipment (digital satellite receiver) — EXT LINK Making timer recordings on the To record programmes from digital satellite receiver using timer television programming (e.g., of digital broadcasts)
Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV3 input terminals on the front ≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. ≥Connect to terminals of the same colour. This unit S VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R AV3 IN S Video cable...
Timer recording See also “Notes for recording” ( 19). No. Channel Depending on the type of disc used for recording or the type of broadcast, there may be restrictions on the title you are trying to Timer icon record. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance.
Check, change or delete a programme Language for digital broadcast with multi-audio or multi-subtitle ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. In timer recording of digital broadcast with multi-audio or multi- Press [PROG/CHECK].
Advanced playback Skipping 1 Press [TIME SLIP]. Operation during play 2 Press [3, 4] to select the time ≥Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible. and press [OK]. specified Play skips the specified time. Stop Press [∫]. time (Time ≥Each time you press [3, 4], the time The stopped position is memorized.
Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—DIRECT NAVIGATOR [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] All Titles screen You can quickly find the recorded titles and easily play them. You Displays all titles. can also sort the titles or edit the Groups of titles. DIRECT NAVIGATOR All Titles Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] Playing DivX video contents Showing the menu screen ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official ® 1 Insert the disc. DivX Certified device that plays DivX video.
Regarding DivX VOD content Playing Music files ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: You can play MP3 files recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R, This DivX Certified device must be registered in order to play DivX ® DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW. Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. First generate the DivX VOD registration code for your device and Show MP3 Menu screen.
Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) JPEG Menu Picture (JPEG) View CD(JPEG) Playing still pictures Album Name 103__DVD 0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007 0008 ≥You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R, DVD-R DL and CD-R/CD-RW.
Convenient functions To pause the TV programme you are FUNCTION MENU Display watching—Pause Live TV By using the FUNCTION MENU Display you may access the main functions quickly and easily. You can pause the TV programme you are watching using this unit’s If “FUNCTION MENU Display”...
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, finalising etc. ≥When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the receiver will also turn off.
Easy control only with VIERA remote control [VIERA]Link] 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.
Editing titles/chapters Editing [HDD] [RAM] During play or while stopped [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.) Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Chapter Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title. Each section between the division points becomes a chapter. Title View screen DIRECT NAVIGATOR Grouped Titles Title...
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Title operations After performing steps 1–4 ( Delete Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. § ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] ≥The available recording space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase when you delete [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] titles.
Creating, editing and playing playlists Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Create” You can arrange the chapters ( 34) to create a playlist. Title Title and press [OK]. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Playlists Playlist View Create Playlist Chapter Chapter Press [2, 1] to select the source title and press [4].
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Playlist operations Editing and playing playlists/chapters After performing steps 1–5 ( left) [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) Delete § Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. [HDD] [RAM] While stopped Once deleted, the playlists are lost and Press [FUNCTION MENU]. cannot be restored.
Entering text ∫ To add a name [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] You can add frequently used names and recall them later. Maximum number of added names: 20 You can give names to recorded titles, etc. Maximum number of characters per name: 44 The maximum number of characters: After entering the name (steps 1-2).
Copying titles or playlists ying Copy Advanced Copy Features Easy copying from HDD to DVD with no difficult Make a copy list and then copy. settings. You can set the unit to copy titles or playlists in the way you want. HDD >...
Copying titles or playlists Press [3, 4] to select the title you Before copying want to copy and press [;]. When copying a title with main and secondary audio ≥Select the audio type for recording bilingual broadcast from A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all “Bilingual Audio Selection”...
≥When copying to a disc using high speed mode, Copying using the copying list– [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] : only items indicated with “ ” or Advanced Copy “ ” can be registered. [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] : only items indicated with “ ”...
Copying titles or playlists Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, COPY Navigator/Copying list icons and functions DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and COPY Navigator/Copying list indicators +R DL Titles and playlists that can be copied in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, [DVD-V] >...
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When the top menu is displayed Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title you want to start copying, and press [OK]. My favorite 01/02 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 While playing in order, all the titles after the selected title are recorded until the set time.
Using on-screen menus/Status message Setting menus Audio attribute Using on-screen menus Signal type LPCM/ Digital/DTS/MPEG: k (kHz): Sampling frequency b (bit): Number of bits Common procedures ch (channel): Number of channels Language Press [DISPLAY]. ENG: English DAN: Danish THA: Thai FRA: French POR:...
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Sound menu—Change the DVB multi audio and Status messages sound effect Press [STATUS DVB Multi Audio [Digital channel only] The display changes each time you press the button. If more than one audio channel is output, you can set the desired channel before recording.
HDD and disc management [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Setting the protection Common procedures [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. After performing steps 1–3 ( left) While stopped Press [3, 4] to select “Disc...
Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete Deleting all the contents—Format all titles [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [HDD] [RAM] [+R] [+R]DL] (New disc only) Preparation Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥[RAM] Release protection ( 46, Setting the protection).
≥You cannot finalise discs recorded on other manufacturer’s (Still picture) equipment. Title Name ≥If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than ≥You can change thumbnails displayed in the top menu. ( this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be Change Thumbnail) displayed.
Changing the unit’s settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. 3 Press [OK] to save the Favourite. ≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Deleting a channel from a Favourite does not affect the channel itself.
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Changing the unit’s settings Signal Condition To delete a programme position You can check the quality and strength of digital broadcast signals. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a programme position and press the Realign the aerial if you are receiving a poor signal. “Red”...
Chapter Creation Disc Set the automatic Chapter Creation method. ( (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) [Automatic] [5 minutes] Settings for Playback [Off] No chapter start points are set. ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. Rec for High Speed Copy Ratings You can copy recorded titles from the HDD to DVD-R, DVD-R Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
Changing the unit’s settings Audio Mode for XP Recording Sound Choose the audio type when recording or copying with XP mode. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) [Dolby Digital] ( 69) [LPCM] ( ≥The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than that of Dynamic Range Compression normal XP mode recordings.
HDMI Settings Connection ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) HDMI Video Format Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be You can only select items compatible with the connected shaded in grey on the display and cannot be selected, or you may equipment.
Auto clock setting starts. This takes a few minutes. Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote “Automatic clock setting completed.” screen is displayed. control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products 2 Press [1]. close together.
Setting for Standby ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. Power Save [On] Power consumption is minimized when the unit is turned to standby ( 68). [Off] This sets to Quick Start Mode. ≥Refer to the chart for the Power Save function features ( when the unit is turned off.
Manufacturer and Code No. If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display and operation is impossible. Brand Code Brand Code Panasonic 01/02/03/04 METZ 05/28 To cancel the Child Lock AIWA MITSUBISHI...
Additional connections erence Connecting a television with AUDIO/ Connecting a television with VIDEO or S VIDEO terminals COMPONENT VIDEO terminals The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) Television’s rear panel ≥Connect to terminals of the same colour.
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. 32, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)] ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.
Connecting a television and VCR Television’s rear panel To household mains socket Connecting a terminal To the aerial (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) other than the 21-pin VHF/UHF RF IN Scart terminal ( 9, 57) AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.
Change before recording with “Bilingual Audio Selection” in the Setup menu. ( All Panasonic televisions that have 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.
Messages On the television 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. Copy-protect signal was detected.
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Messages 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. (“∑”...
≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again displayed and the actual elapsed time (e.g., actual 1 hour using a Panasonic disc.) elapsed time may display as approximately 59 minutes ≥The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated.
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Troubleshooting guide Picture does not appear during timer recording. To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI cable, set “Digital Audio Output” to “HDMI and Optical” in the Setup Timer recordings work regardless whether the unit is on or off. To menu.
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“FR” (recordings 5 hours or longer) mode. – If the number of recorded titles and the number of titles to be [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Titles recorded on other Panasonic DVD copied has exceeded 499. recorders with “Rec for High Speed Copy” set to “On”, and then You cannot record and copy on finalised discs.
It takes time before play starts. You may be able to copy a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to DVD-RAM using a different Panasonic DVD This is normal on DivX video. (DivX) Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection.
Digital broadcast To reset this unit Digital broadcasts cannot be received. To return all the settings other than the main ones to the factory preset Digital broadcast may not have started in your region yet. The aerial may not be pointing in the direction of the TV station, Select “Yes”...
In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. still pictures (JPEG) are stored. Panasonic televisions with 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible. RQT9308...
Glossary Protection Thumbnail You can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or This refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display deletion protection. multiple pictures in the form of a list. 1080i This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G), In one high definition image, 1080 (1125) alternating scan lines pass and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses them.
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DivX is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc., and is used under ® license. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. RQT9308...
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