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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)
[EX88] Declaration of Conformity No. 5134, 16th November 2007
[EX78] Declaration of Conformity No. 5133, 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.
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.
Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only.
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-EX88EB
Model No.
DMR-EX78EB
Example:
2
2
3
ALL
5
RQT9078-1B
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Region numbers are allocated to DVD recorders and DVD-Video according to where they are Example: 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 RQT9078-1B... -
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 ( 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 For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 provided 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 .......... - Page 5 Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists ........ 51 Troubleshooting Guide ..........86 Accessing the Playlist View ............51 Creating Playlists ..............51 When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Editing Playlists/Chapters ............51 Control ................86 Still Pictures and Music Editing ........53 —...
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Page 6: Hdd (Hard Disk Drive) Handling 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 ( and ) match those in the remote control. Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, up to a maximum range of Do not use rechargeable type batteries. 7 m directly in front of the unit. -
Page 8: Location Of Parts/Controls
Location of Parts/Controls Remote Control Turn the unit on or off ..........( Select drive [HDD, DVD or SD ([EX88])] ..( 20, 21, 40) Select channels and title numbers etc./ Enter numbers............( ¦ ¦ To delete unwanted recorded titles, still pictures or DRIVE music .............. -
Page 9: The Unit's Display
Timer recording indicator ......( When a Timer recording programme is registered Flashes: The Timer recording indicator fl ashes when the unit cannot go to Timer recording standby. Rear Panel DMR-EX78EB-S IN IN VQ7AA01002 R SER. NO. ( TV ) OPTICAL... -
Page 10: Basic Connection
Basic Connection Use of the RF coaxial cable Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables. Do not roll up the RF coaxial cables. Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. -
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 ( 44). – 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 Defi Nition Multimedia Interface) Cable
Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). 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. [ 44, 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. DRIVE SELECT These are the first settings you make upon buying the unit. - Page 14 Setting the Channels and Clock to select “Yes”, then , to select “To Others”, then The cursor moves to “Name”. to enter the name. , to select “Setup”, then , to select a letter, then to move to next character.
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Page 15: Hdd And Disc Handling
98) for compatible disc versions and Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment ( 69). recording speeds. [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. Notes [-R]DL], [+R]DL] or [+RW] can be played back only on equipment compatible with these discs. -
Page 16: Play-Only Discs
HDD and Disc Handling Play-only Discs Discs that Cannot be Played 2.6/5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm Disc type Standard symbol Uses 3.95/4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring DVD-Video DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL recorded on another unit and not finalised ( 96). -
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. ]EX88[ 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 Fi Les, Mp3S And Still Pictures (Jpeg)
DivX fi les, MP3s and Still Pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Notes [HDD] [RAM] [SD] DivX File information Compatible formats: DCF compliant (Content recorded on a digital camera, etc.) [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Playable media ... -
Page 19: Watching Television
Watching Television Refer to “GUIDE Plus+ system” ( 34) 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 DRIVE SELECT record digital terrestrial channels. -
Page 20: Playback
Playback Refer to “Advanced Playback” ( 36–37) for detail information. Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the ¦ connections to this unit. ¦ DRIVE Playing Discs SELECT [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] PA P P GE [VCD] [CD] to turn the unit on. -
Page 21: Recording Television Programmes
Recording Television Programmes Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” ( 24) and “Advanced Recording” 25 to 27) for detail information on recording. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ¦ ¦ Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the DRIVE SELECT 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” ( 31), 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: Deleting Titles
Deleting Titles Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection ( 68). ¦ Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] and insert a disc. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] ¦... -
Page 24: Important Notes For Recording
Important Notes for Recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound: Hello Hola Hallo Selecting You can select audio language when received audio in multi-channel broadcast (“Multi-Audio” appears at the Select the audio that you want to audio for bottom of digital channel information display). record in “DVB Multi Audio”... -
Page 25: Advanced Recording
Advanced Recording Recording Modes and Durations DVD-R, DVD-RAM 3 3 DVD-RW, DVD-R DL +R DL Recording Mode 1 [EX78] [EX88] Single-sided Double-sided +R, +RW (8.5 GB) (8.5 GB) (250 GB) (400 GB) (4.7 GB) (9.4 GB) (4.7 GB) 1 hour 1 hour 55 hours 89 hours... -
Page 26: When The Format Confi Rmation Screen Is Displayed
46) is displayed, Direct TV recording is unavailable. to start fi nalising. 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 eject the disc without ... -
Page 27: Flexible Recording
Flexible Recording Playing while you are recording [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Chasing Playback The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fi ts the programme within the remaining disc space. [HDD] [RAM] The recording mode becomes FR mode. Refer to “FR Allows playback from the beginning of the title you are (Flexible Recording)”... -
Page 28: Recording From A Satellite Receiver
Recording from a Satellite Receiver [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Linked timer recordings with external Manual Recording equipment (SKY Digital 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 29: Recording From An External Device
Recording from an External Device [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Start play on the external device. OPEN / CLOSE This unit at the point you want to VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R DV IN S VIDEO AV3 IN start recording to the disc. Yellow White Red 4-pin ... -
Page 30: Advanced Timer Recording
Recording from an External Device Advanced Timer Recording Manual timer recordings , to select “Rec to HDD” or “Rec to DVD” , then Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ... -
Page 31: Series Recording
− You cannot change Name, Date and Start/Stop. – The timer icon is displayed in left column. − This unit automatically records the programmes that are identified to be of the No. Name & same series by the GUIDE Plus+ data. BBC 1 15 −... -
Page 32: Check, Change, Delete Programmes, Or Resolve Overlapping
Advanced Timer Recording Check, Change, Delete Programmes, or DELETE to delete. Resolve Overlapping – You cannot delete programmes that are The timer recording list can be viewed even when the currently recording. unit is off. to modify the programme. PROG/CHECK , then , ... -
Page 33: Relief Recording
Making timer recordings on the television Relief Recording [HDD] When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not To make a timer recording with your television, connect enough remaining blank space, recording automatically to a television with a Q Link function ( 44) that you can switches to the “HDD”. -
Page 34: 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, fi... -
Page 35: Selecting The Programme From The Desired Programme Type Or Category
Selecting the programme from the Notes desired programme type or category If the unit is disconnected from the AC mains, all programme data are lost. This function lets you display a GUIDE Plus+ list sorted The programme list is available immediately if this unit has found a digital station and loaded the information in the memory. -
Page 36: Advanced Playback
Advanced Playback Grouped Titles screen All Titles screen Selecting Titles to Play Two or more titles recorded in Displays all titles. the Daily/weekly or series timer (in Thumbnail Display) You can easily select and play recorded programmes by recording mode are bundled and using DIRECT NAVIGATOR. -
Page 37: Search
Search Frame-by-Frame Viewing [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] During playback [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] – There are 5 search speeds. Each press increases the search speed. ([+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] up to 3 speeds) While paused – Press [ PLAY] to restart normal playback. –... -
Page 38: Playing Divx, Mp3 And Still Pictures (Jpeg)
Playing DivX, MP3 and Still Pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive Playing DivX video contents are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Showing the menu screen You can play DivX video contents recorded with a computer onto DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] USB memory. -
Page 39: Playing Mp3
Regarding DivX VOD content , to select a track, then DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright to play. protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you fi rst need to register the unit. Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. -
Page 40: Playing Still Pictures
Playing Divx, MP3 and Still Pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Notes You can use 8 MB to 2 GB SD memory cards, 4 GB to 16 GB Playing still pictures SDHC memory cards ( 17). -
Page 41: Slide Show
Slide Show Zoom You can display still pictures one by one with constant interval. While playing a picture OPTION From the Album View screen , , , to select an album, then PLAY/x1.3 To zoom in: FUNCTION MENU , to select “Zoom in” Rotate RIGHT You can also start Slide Show with the following Rotate LEFT... -
Page 42: Playing Music
Playing music To play music CD , , to select the track, then Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive You can also select the track with the numbered buttons. e.g., “5”: [0] [5], “15”: [1] Insert a music CD. The menu is automatically displayed. -
Page 43: Convenient Functions
Convenient Functions USB device FUNCTON MENU Windows 38 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 44: 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, fi nalising etc, When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the receiver will also turn off. -
Page 45: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control
Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. 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. -
Page 46: Information Messages
Information Messages Digital Channel Information Notes You can display the information about programmes Everytime you change the channel, digital channel information appears automatically. They disappear again after a short time. (programme name, broadcast time, etc.). If you record a digital radio broadcast or a digital broadcast that is not being received correctly, digital channel information is also recorded and will remain visible during playback. -
Page 47: 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 received. Enter Name No Service: No broadcasts are currently available. Top Menu Preview If “No Signal”... -
Page 48: Titles-Editing
Titles—Editing [HDD] [RAM] Title Operations [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You can not edit fi nalised discs.) [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can edit titles on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: Delete deleting unwanted parts of titles such as commercials, changing Thumbnail, dividing and deleting titles, etc. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Use to delete unneeded titles. -
Page 49: Change Thumbnail
Change Thumbnail Set up Protection/Cancel Protection [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [HDD] [RAM] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Changes the thumbnail picture shown in the Title View screen. Use to prevent accidental erasure of titles. Perform steps − ... -
Page 50: Chapters-Creating, Editing
Chapters—Creating, Editing [HDD] [RAM] When creating chapters in your favourite scenes , you can Tips easily reach the head of scene using [,] (SKIP) or play To exit the menu screens on Chapter View. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. To view other pages Tips Press [, , , ] to select “Previous”... -
Page 51: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists
Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists [HDD] [RAM] Creating Playlists [-RW‹VR›] (play only) You can create playlists by grouping your favourite scenes [HDD] [RAM] (chapters) from the recorded titles and edit the created playlists. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Playlist View”. ( left) Press [, ] to select the source title, then press ... -
Page 52: Chapter View
Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists Edit Chapter Operations Press [ , ] to select “Add Chapter” then [HDD] [RAM] Chapter press [OK]. You can create and copy playlists, and change thumbnail. 51, Creating Playlists) − Perform steps of “Accessing the Playlist View”... -
Page 53: Still Pictures And Music-Editing
Still Pictures and Music—Editing Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive Album (still picture)/Picture Operations are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Accessing the Album (still picture)/ Notes Picture View Timer recordings do not start when performing “Change Date”, “Copy to DVD-RAM”, “Copy to HDD”, “Add Preparation: Pictures”... - Page 54 Still Pictures and Music—Editing Copy to DVD-RAM/Copy to HDD Set up Protection/Cancel Protection [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] [SD] Perform steps − of “Accessing the Album (still picture)/ Set protection to prevent pictures from being accidentally Picture View” ( 53). deleted. Press [, ] to select “Copy to DVD-RAM”...
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Page 55: Accessing The Album (Cd)/Group (Cd)/Track View
Accessing the Album (CD)/Group (CD)/Track View Deleting still pictures and music using Delete Navigator [HDD] Preparation: Preparation: Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, cartridge, card Setting Protection) Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. –... -
Page 56: Copying Titles Or Playlists
Titles that contain many deleted segments [EX88] Titles that have been copied to the HDD from an SD card or a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD (SD Video) [+R] [+R\DL] [+RW] Titles recorded in “EP” mode and “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode. (Displayed ... -
Page 57: Copy Restrictions
Approximate copying times (Max. speed) (excludes time required to write data management information) 5X Speed 12X Speed 4X Speed 4X Speed 8X Speed 4X Speed 4X Speed 1 2 3 4 2 DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD-RW +R DL... -
Page 58: Copy
Copying titles or playlists Before copying Check the properties of a title and sort Speed and recording mode when copying [HDD] [RAM]: High speed COPY Navigator [HDD] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]: Refer to the following table. Perform steps −... -
Page 59: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy
Press [,,,] to select the title or playlist, then press Copying using the copying list []. A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you —Advanced Copy select all necessary items. – Press [] again to cancel. [HDD] [RAM] [+RW] –... -
Page 60: Copying A Fi Nalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl
Copying titles or playlists Cancel all registered copying setting and lists Notes After performing steps – ( When you stop High-speed copying Press [, ] to select “Cancel All”, then press [OK]. All titles that have completely copied at the point cancelled ... -
Page 61: Copying Sd Video From An Sd Card [Ex88]
Copying SD Video from a video equipment [EX88] Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have Tips been taken by a Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, To return to the previous screen can be copied from the camera’s HDD to this unit’s HDD or Press [RETURN]. -
Page 62: Copying Still Pictures
Copying Still Pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive While stopped Insert the SD card ( 81). are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. The menu is automatically displayed. [HDD] [RAM] [USB] [SD] SD Card Copy New Pictures ... - Page 63 Register still pictures for copy. Delete Delete the selected items. – If you are going to copy a registered list without 1. Press [, ] to select “Delete”, then step ). making any changes to it ( press [OK]. You can register still pictures or still picture folders.
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Page 64: Copying Music To Hdd
Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. Music CD (CD-DA) Tips When copying music CDs, this unit makes access to the To stop recording internal Gracenote ® Database to obtain title information. Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds. -
Page 65: To Update Gracenote Database
HDD. (The names will be still blank.) Press [, ] to select the MP3 fi le or folder and press []. Depending on the situation of Panasonic or Gracenote, A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select... -
Page 66: Setting On-Screen Display
Setting On-Screen Display Accessing the On-Screen Display Disc Menu [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] When playing discs (except for JPEG discs), you can display [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] and DivX and set the options including disc audio, subtitle, image quality, sound effect, Repeat Play, etc. - Page 67 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 multi- [-RW‹VR›] [CD] [VCD] 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...
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Page 68: Hdd, Dvd And Card Management
HDD, DVD and Card Management Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Tips You can manage discs or cards through formatting, fi nalising and other operations. The disc name is displayed in the DVD Management window. - Page 69 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. This You can select the background that will be displayed as the can render the disc unusable. When finalising a high-speed recording compatible disc, DVD-Video top menu after fi...
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Page 70: Setup Menu
Setup Menu Channel Settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. To Others Setup Accessing the Setup Menu With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [, ] to select “To Others” and press left, Accessing the Setup menu) [OK]. - Page 71 Add New DVB Services You can search for newly added digital terrestrial channels to Tips receive. To browse through the list Setup Edit Profiles Press [ CH]. Auto-Setup Restart Add New DVB Services DVB Manual Tuning Tuning Add New DVB Services Disc Please wait! Ch 21...
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Page 72: 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. [EP (8Hours)] You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc. -
Page 73: Picture And Sound Settings
Picture and Sound Settings Digital Audio Output Change the settings when you have connected equipment To Others Setup through the unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal ( 80). Press [OK] to show the following settings. PCM Down Conversion Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. -
Page 74: Display And Connection Settings
Display and Connection Settings Connection To Others Setup , select “Connection” , select item Setup TV Aspect 16:9 70, Accessing the Setup menu) Progressive TV System All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Tuning HDMI Settings Disc AV 1 Output... - Page 75 TV System AV1 Output Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to Set according to the terminal of the connected TV. record NTSC video from another source. Select “Video (with component)” or “S Video (with component)” 1. Press [, ] to select the TV System, then for component output (progressive output).
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Page 76: System Settings
System Settings System Update In order to update this unit, the TV Guide download, and To Others Setup support system changes made by broadcasts, this unit periodically performs software updates. Press [OK] to show the following settings. ... -
Page 77: Other Settings
Remote Control Codes for the TV SCHNEIDER 05 / 29 / 30 Manufacturer Code No. 05 / 69 / 75 / 76 / 77 / 78 Panasonic 01 / 02 / 03 / 04 SELECO 05 / 25 AIWA SHARP... -
Page 78: 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 ( 44). – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output”... -
Page 79: Using An Audio/Video Cable (Included)
You can connect this unit to a TV using the audio/video (AV) cable (included), S-Video cable (not included) or component cables (not included) instead of the 21-pin Scart cable ( 10, 11, 78). Using an Audio/Video Cable (included) Using an S Video Cable (S Video Cable not included) The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture Rear of TV... -
Page 80: Using An Audio Cable For Better Sound
System Component Red White Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” function Audio cable When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a (not included) receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [ 44, Linked Red White Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control... -
Page 81: Media Handling (Disc/Usb Memory/Sd Card)
Media Handling (Disc/USB Memory/SD Card) Inserting Discs Inserting/Removing the SD Card [EX88] Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. When the card indicator (“SD”) on the unit’s display is fl ashing, the card – Insert a disc. is being read from or written to. Do not turn off the unit or remove the card. -
Page 82: Frequently Asked Questions
fl ickering can occur. Is my TV progressive output All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · − compatible? 60p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of TV. -
Page 83: 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. You can play these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD players Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, after finalising the disc on this unit. -
Page 84: Messages
Messages On the Unit’s Display Page An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status − (“ ” stands for a service number.) of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, reset the unit ( “To restore the unit if it freezes”). -
Page 85: On The Tv
There was something unusual detected with the disc while recording, − playing or copying; there was a power failure or the AC mains lead was disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to normal operation. The unit is not broken. -
Page 86: Troubleshooting Guide
Owner ID and Clock return to the factory preset. The timer remote control and the main unit when there are other recording programmes are also cancelled. Panasonic products close to your unit. On the main unit With the unit stopped ... -
Page 87: General Issues Power
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 ( 86, To restore the unit if it freezes). -
Page 88: General Issues: Operation
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues Operation Page Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. Cannot operate the TV with unit’s remote control. It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries. ... -
Page 89: General Issues Dvb-T
General Issues GUIDE Plus+ (Continued) Page The unit must be in standby mode in order to update the data. If the unit The GUIDE Plus+ data is not − updated. is in EXT LINK mode (“EXT-L” lights up in the unit’s display), then the data update may also not work. -
Page 90: General Issues: Viera Link
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues VIERA Link Page Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the VIERA Link doesn’t work. − front display when the power for the main unit is set to On. Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”. ... -
Page 91: Playback Issues Sound
Playback Issues Picture (Continued) Page 16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases. Titles recorded with 16:9 aspect are stretched vertically. – [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] If you recorded or copied using “EP” or “FR − (recordings 5 hours or longer)”... -
Page 92: Playback Issues: Operation
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 93: Recording Issues: Recording/Timer Recording/Copying/External Input
+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 94: Recording Issues Music
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. When recording or high speed copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW An unusually loud sound is coming −... -
Page 95: Editing Issues: Still Pictures
Editing Issues HDD, DVD & SD Page The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it Cannot create chapters. − off or remove the disc. Cannot mark the start point or the The information is not written if there is an interruption in the power. ... -
Page 96: Glossary
This unit records programmes using MPEG2. can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level SD Video fi les shot with a Panasonic SD video camera, etc. can be of sound before distortion occurs. Dynamic range compression means copied to the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc. - Page 97 Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. Gracenote. This product and service may practice one or Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p more of the following U.S. Patents: #5,987,525; #6,061,680; input terminals are progressive compatible.
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Page 98: Specifi Cations
Long fi le name is unsupported. 5 Video Recording conversion and transfer is possible from card or Panasonic digital video camera with HDD etc, to HDD or DVD-RAM disc. After Video Recording conversion and transfer to HDD or DVD- Notes RAM disc, the playback is possible. - Page 99 CAUTION! CAUTION THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
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Page 100: Index
DV automatic recording ..... 29 Environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQT9078-1B F0208YU1038 Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...