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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.
Notice for DVB functions
≥This DVD recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not pay
TV or encrypted channels.
≥DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the following countries:
(as of December 2009)
Germany/Austria/Italy/Spain
≥This service may not be available in some areas in the above countries.
≥There may be changes in the service areas.
≥This unit does not support analogue broadcasts in Italy and Spain.
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 DVD-Video marked with labels containing "2" or "ALL".
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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 DVD-Video marked with labels containing “2” or “ALL”. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com VQT2J52 EG EC...
  • 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,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Linked operations with the TV Getting started (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link) ... 42 Easy control only with VIERA remote control ....43 Included accessories .

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Included accessories Getting started Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of November 2009. These may be subject to change.) ∏ ∏ ∏ ∏ [For]Germany[and]Austria[ (N2QAYB000467) [For]Italy[and[Spain] (N2QAYB000468) 1 Remote control 1 AC mains lead 1 RF coaxial cable 2 Batteries For use with this unit only.

  • Page 5: Unit Care

    Unit care The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the ≥Do not place the unit on environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. DO NOT amplifiers or equipment that may Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown. become hot.

  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    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 [DVD or VHS] ( 18, 19) 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 or still ...

  • Page 7: Easy Access To Various Functions - Function Menu Display

    Main unit OPEN/CLOSE EJECT DRIVE SELECT COPYING COPYING AV3 IN S VIDEO VIDEO /MONO AUDIO R IN 2 S VIDEO VIDEO /MONO AUDIO R < > Opening the front panel Press down on the part with COPYING your finger. 1 Cassette eject ( ;...

  • Page 8: Step 1 Connection

    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 ( 42). ≥You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television ( 86).
  • Page 9 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. 42, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)] ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.

  • Page 10: Step 2 Channel Reception Settings And Tv Aspect Settings

    STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings The features of the Power Save in Standby function when    the unit is in standby mode are as below.  Energiesparmodus Activated ( Ein / Deactivated DRIVE SELECT (Power Save in ( Aus ) Zeitauswahl) §1...

  • Page 11: Disc Information

    Finalisation is needed for playback on other equipment ( 60). This unit records video in the following formats. [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD Video Recording format [RAM] DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. [-R]DL], [+R]DL] or [+RW] can be played back only on equipment This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit compatible with these discs.
  • Page 12 Disc information Play-only discs Disc type Logo Standard symbol Uses DVD-Video High quality movie and music discs [DVD-V] DVD-RW (DVD [-RW‹VR›] DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder Video ≥You can play programmes that allow One time only recording if they Recording have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc.

  • Page 13: Usb Memory Information

    USB memory information USB memories you can use on this unit Compatible USB memories USB memories which are defined as USB mass storage class, and digital cameras that use PTP protocol: – USB memories that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed. ≥USB memories of up to 128 GB can be used.

  • Page 14: Regarding Divx Files, Music Files And Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    Regarding DivX files, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) DivX [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] ≥Compatible formats: Playable [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] §1 ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats) and Joliet media ≥This unit is compatible with multi-session/border (except for File format DivX DVD-R DL), but reading or play of the disc may take time if there...

  • Page 15: Media Handling

    Media handling Inserting discs Disc care 1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. ∫ How to hold a disc Insert label-up. Do not touch the recorded surface. DO NOT ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

  • Page 16: Basic Operations

    Watching Television Basic operations This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to To show subtitle (Digital broadcast only) directly receive and record analogue and digital terrestrial channels. When “Subtitle” appears in digital channel information ( Press [STTL Í/I WX CH ≥Press again to hide the subtitle.
  • Page 17 Digital channel information While stopped Press [STATUS ] to show the information screen. Programme name and Broadcast time Channel and Signal Quality Category Station Name below) (Favourite 352 ABC2 No Signal 18:53 All Channels Change the ABC News Change Category category 19:00 - 19:30 info...

  • Page 18: Playing Recorded Video Contents/Playing Play-Only Discs

    Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to “Advanced disc playback” ( 34) and ∫ When a menu screen appears on the television “Advanced video cassette playback” ( 36) for [DVD-V] detail information. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [OK]. ≥Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons.

  • Page 19: Recording Television Programmes

    Recording television programmes Refer to “Notes for recording” ( 24) and “Advanced Press [REC MODE] to select the recording” ( 25) for detail information. recording mode. <OPEN/CLOSE WX CH ≥DVD recording modes and approximate recording times EJECT OPEN/CLOSE ≥VHS Recording Modes and Durations ( e.g., DRIVE SELECT COPYING...
  • Page 20 Recording television programmes When recording digital broadcast with subtitle or multiple audio If a programme to record has subtitle or multiple audio, you can record with subtitle or selected audio. To record with subtitle Before start recording, press [STTL ] to show the subtitle. If the programme has multiple subtitle, select the desired language 16).

  • Page 21: Timer Recording

    Timer recording Refer to “Advanced timer recording” ( 30–33) for Press [GUIDE]. detail information. e.g., TV Guide: Landscape All Types All Channels Wed 13.10. Wed 13.10.10    12:53  Emmerdale : In today’s show we will... Time: DRIVE SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE +24 hours...

  • Page 22: Copying Titles (One Touch Copy)

    Copying Titles (One Touch Copy) Refer to “Copying titles or playlists” ( 52–54) for DVD > VHS detail information. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [-RW‹VR›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] > [VHS] All the titles recorded on the disc, the beginning of the selected title to the end of the disc or the beginning of the selected playlist to the last playlist is automatically copied to the video cassette.

  • Page 23: Deleting Titles

    Deleting titles Using the DELETE Navigator to delete   While stopped DRIVE DRIVE SELECT Press [FUNCTION MENU]. SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. ShowView Press [3, 4] to select “Video” and PROG/CHECK DELETE DELETE INPUT DELETE SELECT...

  • Page 24: Advanced Operations

    Notes for recording Advanced operations Selecting Audio for Broadcast in multi-channel sound (Digital broadcast only): You can select the audio language when receiving audio in Recording Hello Hola Hallo multi channel broadcast [“Multi Audio” appears at the bottom of digital channel information display ( 17)].

  • Page 25: Advanced Recording

    Advanced recording DVD 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 (8.5 GB) §3 §3...

  • Page 26: When The Format Confirmation Screen Is Displayed

    Advanced recording When the format confirmation screen is displayed [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] When you insert a new disc or a disc recorded on a computer or other equipment, a format confirmation screen is displayed. Format the disc to use it. However, all the recorded contents are deleted. Format This disc is not formatted properly.

  • Page 27: Flexible Recording

    Flexible Recording Playing while you are recording (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) Playing from the beginning of the title you are [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] recording—Chasing playback The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space.

  • Page 28: Recording Broadcasts From External Equipment

    Recording broadcasts from external equipment See also “Notes for recording” ( 24). Linked timer recordings with external equipment (digital satellite receiver) — Making timer recordings on the EXT LINK television (e.g., of digital broadcasts) [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] To record programmes from digital satellite receiver using timer [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] programming...

  • Page 29: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder

    Copying from a video cassette recorder e.g., Connecting to the AV3 input terminals on the front While stopped ≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the ≥Connect to terminals of the same colour. ≥Refer to “Connecting a television and VCR or digital satellite input channel for the equipment you receiver”...

  • Page 30: Advanced Timer Recording

    Advanced timer recording [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] Manually programming timer ≥You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance. recordings (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Press [PROG/CHECK].

  • Page 31: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme, Or Resolve Overlapping

    To cancel recording when recording Check, change or delete a programme, has already begun or resolve overlapping ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer While the unit is on recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [∫]. Press [PROG/CHECK].

  • Page 32: Selecting The Programme From The Desired Programme Type Or Category

    Advanced timer recording Selecting the programme from the Searching desired programmes on TV desired programme type or category Guide list by words This function lets you display a TV Guide list sorted by programme By entering words, you can search for programmes from the TV type, etc.

  • Page 33: Operations In The Tv Guide System

    Operations in the TV Guide system TV Guide data download In the area where GUIDE Plus+ system is available: Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait – Download manually from “GUIDE Plus+ Data Download Now” in view. the Setup menu ( 68).

  • Page 34: Advanced Disc Playback

    Advanced disc playback Skipping 1 Press [TIME SLIP]. Operation during play 2 Press [3, 4] to select the time and press [OK]. ≥Depending on the media, some operations may not be possible. specified Play skips the specified time. Stop time Press [∫].

  • Page 35: Selecting Recorded Programmes (Titles) To Play-Direct Navigator

    Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—DIRECT NAVIGATOR [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen icons You can quickly find the recorded titles and easily play them. Currently recording. Title protected. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Title that was not recorded due to recording [RAM] When “VIDEO”...

  • Page 36: Advanced Video Cassette Playback

    Advanced video cassette playback Operations Stop Press [∫]. Pause Press [;]. Press [;] again or [1] (PLAY) to restart play. Fast-forward/Rewind While stopped Press [6] (backward)/[5] (forward). Cue/Review During play Tap or keep pressing [6] (backward)/[5] (forward). ≥If you keep pressing these buttons, normal playback restarts by releasing them. ≥Tap [1] (PLAY) to restart normal playback.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Playback Picture

    Adjusting the playback picture VHS Index Search System (VISS) The unit automatically records special index signals on the tape Manual tracking every time a recording is started (via [¥ REC], or timer recording). The index search function makes use of these index signals to let The unit usually makes tracking adjustments, but you may need to you find the beginning of a desired programme quickly and easily.

  • Page 38: Playing Divx, Music Files And Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) Showing the menu screen Playing Music files [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] 1 Insert the disc. You can play MP3 files recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R, 2 If the menu screen appears, press [3, 4] to select the item and DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory.

  • Page 39: Playing Divx Video Contents

    Regarding DivX VOD content Playing DivX video contents [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: This DivX Certified device must be registered in order to play DivX ® DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official ®...

  • Page 40: Playing Still Pictures

    Playing DivX, Music files and still pictures (JPEG) Playing still pictures Start Slideshow [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] ≥You cannot play still pictures while recording or copying. You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval with favourite music.

  • Page 41: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play

    Rotate RIGHT/Rotate LEFT Useful functions during still picture play While playing 1 Press [OPTION]. Rotate RIGHT 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Rotate Slideshow Settings Rotate LEFT RIGHT” or “Rotate LEFT” and press While the Album View screen is displayed ( [OK].

  • Page 42: Linked Operations With The Tv

    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.

  • Page 43: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control

    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.

  • Page 44: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions FUNCTION MENU Display By using the FUNCTION MENU you may access the main functions quickly and easily. If “FUNCTION MENU Display” is set to “On” in the Setup menu, FUNCTION MENU automatically appears when you turn the power on.

  • Page 45: Entering Text

    Entering text [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a You can give names to recorded titles, etc. character and press [OK]. Also, you can search desired programmes on TV Guide by entering Repeat this step to enter other characters.

  • Page 46: Editing

    Editing titles/chapters Editing [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You cannot edit finalised discs.) Press [OPTION]. [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Chapter Press [3, 4] to select the operation Each section between the division points becomes a chapter. and press [OK]. ≥If you select “Edit”, press [3, 4] to select the operation and Title press [OK].
  • Page 47 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. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] ≥The available recording space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase when you delete titles. [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +RW increases only when the last recorded title is deleted.

  • Page 48: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists

    Creating, editing and playing Playlists You can arrange the chapters ( 46) to create a Playlist. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Create” and press [OK]. Title Title Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Playlists Playlist View DVD-RAM Create Playlist Chapter Chapter Press [2, 1] to select the source title...
  • Page 49 Playlist operations Editing and playing Playlists/chapters After performing steps 1–5 ( left) [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) Delete § Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. [RAM] While stopped Once deleted, the Playlists are lost and Press [FUNCTION MENU]. cannot be restored.

  • Page 50: Editing Still Pictures

    Editing still pictures Editing still pictures (JPEG) Album (still picture) and picture operation [RAM] After performing steps 1–3 ( left) ≥You can edit pictures and albums. Delete Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and ≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on DVD-R DL, CD-R/ press [OK].
  • Page 51 Deleting still pictures using DELETE Navigator [RAM] While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select “Picture”. Press [OK]. Deleting an album Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [DELETE ¢].

  • Page 52: Copying

    Copying titles or playlists Copying Before copying Register titles and playlists for copy. When copying a title with main and secondary audio ≥If you are going to copy a registered list without making any changes to it ( step 7). (Analogue broadcast only) 1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List”...

  • Page 53: Copying Titles Or Playlists (Vhs > Dvd)

    ≥Setting the unit to copy according to the set time Copying list icons and functions 3 Press [3, 4] to select “On”, then press [OK]. Copying list indicators 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Copy Time”, then press [OK]. Title with “One time only recording” restriction 24, When recording the “One time only Copy recording”...

  • Page 54: Copying A Finalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl

    Copying titles or playlists Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, When the top menu is displayed DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title +R DL you want to start copying, and press [OK]. [DVD-V] >...

  • Page 55: Copying Still Pictures

    Copying still pictures [RAM] [USB] > [RAM] Press [3, 4] to select “Start [RAM] > [RAM] Copying” and press [OK]. After performing steps 1–3 52, Copying Titles or Playlists (DVD > VHS)) ≥Only when copying individual still pictures. When specifying another folder as the copying destination, Set “Source”...

  • Page 56: Setting Menus

    Using on-screen menus/Status message Setting menus Audio attribute Using on-screen menus Signal type LPCM/ Digital/DTS/MPEG: k (kHz): Sampling frequency Common procedures b (bit): Number of bits ch (channel): Number of channels Press [DISPLAY]. Language ENG: English DAN: Danish THA: Thai FRA: French POR:...
  • Page 57 Status messages Sound menu—Change the DVB multi audio and sound effect Press [STATUS DVB Multi Audio The display changes each time you press the button. [Digital channel only] (e.g., [RAM]) If more than one audio channel is output, you can set the Selected drive status/type of disc or USB desired channel before recording.

  • Page 58: Disc Management

    Disc management [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 [FUNCTION MENU].

  • Page 59: Deleting All Titles And Playlists-Delete All Titles

    Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete Selecting whether to show the Top all titles Menu first—Auto-Play Select [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] You can select whether to show the top menu after finalising. Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. Preparation ≥[RAM] Release protection ( 58, Setting the protection).

  • Page 60: Enabling Discs To Be Played On Other Equipment-Finalise

    – ≤ ≥You cannot finalise discs recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. ≥Discs finalised on this unit may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the recording. Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs. http://www.panasonic-europe.com VQT2J52...

  • Page 61: Close First Layer

    Close First Layer [-R]DL] [+R]DL] DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two layers of recordable surfaces on one side. This unit does not offer seamless recording between the two layers. Recording stops when space on the first layer is full. The first layer must be closed to start recording on the second layer.

  • Page 62: Changing The Unit's Settings

    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.
  • Page 63 ∫ Signal Condition To delete a programme position Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a programme position and press the You can check the quality and strength of digital broadcast signals. “Red” button. The quality and strength of the Note signal are shown.

  • Page 64: Disc

    Changing the unit’s settings Settings for Recording Disc ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Recording time in EP mode Settings for Playback Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode 25, DVD recording modes and approximate recording times).

  • Page 65: Sound

    Sound Display (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) Dynamic Range Compression Language [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) Choose the language for these menus and on-screen messages. Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. [For]Germany[and]Austria[ [On] [Off]...

  • Page 66: Connection

    Changing the unit’s settings AV1 Output Connection Set according to the terminal of the connected TV. If this unit is connected with an HDMI cable, you cannot select (All factory default settings are indicated with underlined text.) “RGB 1” or “RGB 2”. Depending on the connected equipment, some items may be shaded in grey on the display and cannot be selected, or you may [Video]...

  • Page 67: Vhs

    Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote [For]Italy[and[Spain] control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products ∫ To change the time offset close together. When the time is not correct, set “Time offset” (from –2h to +2h).

  • Page 68: Auto Standby

    Changing the unit’s settings Auto Standby TV Guide/Software search period Set the time to automatically turn the unit off. Selects the time to automatically perform TV Guide download After the unit has finished operating, the unit will be turned off and updates when the unit is set to standby mode.

  • Page 69: Other Settings

    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...

  • Page 70: Reference

    Additional connections Reference DVD output and DVD/VHS output Connecting an amplifier with a digital The unit has DVD/VHS common out terminals and DVD priority out input terminal terminals. ≥The DVD priority out terminals can also output the VHS signal. ≥To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an However this is not possible during DVD recording or DVD timer amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders.

  • Page 71: Connecting With An Hdmi Compatible Television And Receiver

    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. 42, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ”/Q Link)] ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.

  • Page 72: Connecting A Television And Vcr

    Additional connections Connecting a television and VCR To household mains socket Television’s rear panel (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) Connecting a terminal To the aerial VHF/UHF RF IN other than the 21-pin Scart terminal ( 9, 71) AC mains lead RF coaxial (included) cable...

  • Page 73: Frequently Asked Questions

    (Analogue broadcast only) Is my television progressive output compatible? Can I switch to bilingual broadcast during All Panasonic televisions that have 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 recording? (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.
  • Page 74 Frequently asked questions TV Guide Is it possible to programme a recording, with a What can or cannot be done using the USB port start and end time that are different from the TV on this unit? Guide system? You can play DivX (except for DivX VOD contents), MP3 or still picture (JPEG) files on a USB memory.

  • Page 75: Messages

    Messages On the television This unit is not authorised to play ≥You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different this protected DivX video. registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) ( Cannot finish recording completely.
  • Page 76 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. (“∑”...

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting Guide

    ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again Set the clock. ( using a Panasonic disc.) ≥The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated. The time recorded on the disc and the available (Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for 3 seconds.)

  • Page 78: Tv Screen And Video

    Troubleshooting guide TV screen and video Picture does not appear during timer recording. Timer recordings work regardless whether the unit is on or off. To confirm the timer recording is going to work properly, turn the Television reception worsens or becomes unit on.
  • Page 79 Sound Operation No sound. Cannot operate the television. Low volume. The remote control doesn’t work. Distorted sound. Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be Cannot hear the desired audio type. operated even if you change the code. ( The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output”...
  • Page 80 +RW recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP ( 8 hours )” mode, play Panasonic DVD Recorders. may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have DVD-RAM.

  • Page 81: Still Pictures

    You have forgotten your ratings PIN. Edit You want to cancel the ratings level. The ratings level returns to the factory preset. While the disc Available disc space does not increase even after tray is open, press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive, deleting a title.
  • Page 82 Troubleshooting guide TV Guide On-screen display indicators do not appear. The TV Guide System does not receive any data. Select a setting other than “Off” in “On-Screen Messages” in the Check whether TV Guide system setup was performed in full. Setup Menu.

  • Page 83: To Reset This Unit

    Digital broadcast VIERA Link Digital broadcasts cannot be received. VIERA Link doesn’t work. Digital broadcast may not have started in your region yet. Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is The aerial may not be pointing in the direction of the TV station, displayed on the front display when the power for the main unit or the direction of the aerial may have changed due to strong is set to On.

  • Page 84: Specifications

    Specifications Recording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording format Television system DVD-R : DVD-Video format Tuner system Channel coverage DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format PAL-B,G,H VHF: E2–E12, A–H2 (Italy) DVD-RW : DVD-Video format §1 UHF: 21–69 (CCIR) CATV: S01–S05 (S1–S3), +R DL (Double Layer) S1–S20 (M1–U10), S21–S41 DVB-T...

  • Page 85: Glossary

    Glossary Bitstream Formatting This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM before it is decoded into its various channels. recordable on recording equipment. You can format DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format) CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) and +RW or unused +R and +R DL on this unit.

  • Page 86: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 87 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 88: Index

    Show subtitle ....16 Environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net VQT2J52 Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) F0110SR0 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany © Panasonic Corporation 2010...

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