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Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
DMR-EH575
Model No.
The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the silver model of
this unit.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EG
Region number supported by
this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players
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".
Example:
2
ALL
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.
The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the
following countries:
Austria/Belgium/France/Germany/Italy/
Netherlands/Spain/Switzerland
(As of end of February 2007)
≥This service may not be available in some
areas in the above countries.
≥There may be changes in the service areas.
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
DMR-EH575 Model No. The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the silver model of this unit. Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video according to where they are sold. - 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,...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started HDD and disc information ......4 Important notes for recording ..... 8 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care . -
Page 4: Hdd And Disc Information
HDD and disc information HDD and discs you can use for recording and play Disc type Logo Indicated in these instructions by This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit television broadcasts and so on. Recording format ≥You can delete unwanted parts of a title, create playlists, etc. -
Page 5: Hdd And Discs You Can Use For Recording And Play
“Off” if high speed copy to DVD-R, etc. is not necessary when recording a programme (The default setting is “On”. ➡ 63). §5 +R discs recorded with this unit and +R discs recorded with another Panasonic DVD Recorder may be incompatible. However, discs that are finalised are compatible and can be played. -
Page 6: Discs That Cannot Be Played
SACD, MV-Disc, PD RQT8881 DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) DVD-RW recorded on another DVD Recorder ≥You can play programmes that allow “One time only recording” if they have been recorded to a CPRM compatible disc. ≥By formatting (➡ 59) the disc, you can record to it in DVD-Video format and play it on this unit. - Page 7 Types of disc or title recorded on HDD for the type of connected TV When you use the discs recorded either PAL or NTSC, or playback a title recorded on HDD using PAL or NTSC, refer to this table. (≤: Possible to view, –: Impossible to view) Disc/Titles TV type recorded on HDD...
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Page 8: Important Notes For Recording
Important notes for recording [HDD] [RAM] When recording a Both main and secondary audio can be recorded. bilingual programme You can change the audio during playback. (➡ 38, Changing audio during play) However in the following cases, select whether to record the main or secondary audio: –Recording sound in LPCM (➡... -
Page 9: 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 10: Disc Handling
Examples of causes of such losses are ≥A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company. ≥A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit. -
Page 11: Included Accessories
Included accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of February 2007. These may be subject to change.) ∏ ∏ (N2QAYB000124) 1 Remote control 1 AC mains lead ≥For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit. -
Page 12: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Í Í DRIVE SELECT DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SLOW/SEARCH PAUSE STOP OPTION CREATE CHAPTER REC MODE EXT LINK < AUDIO STATUS DISPLAY > RQT8881 1 Turn the unit on (➡ 20) 2 Select drive (HDD or DVD) (➡... -
Page 13: Main Unit
Main unit 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➡ 20) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. 2 Disc tray (➡ 26, 36) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder (➡... -
Page 14: Step 1 Connection
STEP Connection Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables Use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables only when you make connections to the unit through its RF IN and RF OUT terminals. Striping may appear and disrupt images on the TV if you use different cables for 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 (➡... - Page 15 Connecting a television and digital/satellite receiver or decoder To the aerial Television’s rear panel Aerial VHF/UHF RF IN cable RF coaxial cable (included) IN IN RF coaxial cable OPTICAL (included) DIGI DIGITAL AL AUDIO OU UDIO OUT COMPONENT COMPONENT (PCM/BITSTREAM) (PCM/BITSTREAM) VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT...
- Page 16 STEP 1 Connection Other connections § Leave “Yellow” unconnected. Connecting a television with AUDIO/VIDEO or S 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 Television’s rear panel AUDIO IN VIDEO...
- Page 17 ≥Please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI Control When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [➡ 18, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
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Page 18: Linked Operations With The Tv (Viera Link "Hdavi Control Tm "/Q Link)
–when copying, –when 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 viewing on the TV. -
Page 19: 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” 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. [3, 4, 2, 1], [OK], [RETURN], [EXIT], [OPTION] and the coloured buttons. -
Page 20: Settings
STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings Í DVD Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE SKIP SKIP STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE 3,4,2,1 OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER OPTION REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK AUDIO AUDIO STATUS... -
Page 21: Guide Plus+ System Settings
GUIDE Plus+ system settings GUIDE Plus+ system The GUIDE Plus+ system provides programme information from the host station displayed on the television like a TV programme magazine. Setting up to record a broadcast is easy too. Simply select the desired programme from the displayed list. You can also search for desired programmes by displaying only the programmes in a certain category. -
Page 22: Guide Plus+ Data Download
GUIDE Plus+ system settings Refer to the control reference on page 20. GUIDE Plus+ data download The GUIDE Plus+ data is transmitted from the Host Channel (the television station transmitting the television programme list) several times a day. Data will be transmitted at 2:50 AM every day. It takes approximately 2 hours to complete data download. -
Page 23: Changing The Settings
Changing the settings You can change the basic settings for your GUIDE Plus+ list. Press [GUIDE]. Press [OPTION]. Landscape Prog. Type All Types 12.1 Wed 12.1. Wed 15:05 16:05~17:05 Gilmore girls Time: 15:00 15:30 16:00 16:30 Ta... Abenteuer... Fliege-Die Talkshow ... -
Page 24: Set Up To Match Your Television And Remote Control
Set up to match your television and remote control Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP 3,4,2,1 OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK AUDIO AUDIO... -
Page 25: Changing Channels
05/28 Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote 05/19/20/47 control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. Use “DVD 1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances. 25/26/27/... -
Page 26: Recording
Recording television programmes Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE SKIP SKIP ∫ PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP 3,4,2,1 OPTION CHAPTER CHAPTER REC MODE REC MODE AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS AUDIO See also “Important notes for recording” (➡ 8). 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 record. -
Page 27: Disc Insertion/Ejection
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 Single-sided (160 GB) (4.7 GB) XP (High picture quality recording 36 hours mode) SP (Standard... -
Page 28: To Specify A Time To Stop Recording-One Touch Recording
Recording television programmes Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE SKIP SKIP ∫ PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3,4,2,1 OPTION REC MODE REC MODE AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS STATUS To specify a time to stop recording— One Touch Recording [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] During recording... -
Page 29: Flexible Recording
Flexible Recording (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. ∫ Using “Flexible Rec” is convenient in these kinds of situations. -
Page 30: Timer Recording
Timer recording Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE INPUT ¢ DELETE, SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH ∫ STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE GUIDE 3,4,2,1 OPTION OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER “Red” “Green” REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK ¥... -
Page 31: Operations In The Guide Plus+ System
Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system Basic operations Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and Portrait view. Landscape view Landscape 15.7. Tue 15.7. Tue 15:05 16:05~17:05 Time: SAT1 RTL2 PRO7 -24 Hr TIMER REC RETURN Portrait view Portrait 15.7 Tue 15.7. -
Page 32: Using Show View Number To Make Timer Recordings
Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 30. Using S number to make timer recordings Entering S numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers or magazines. Press [ShowView]. 1:58 SP ShowView Remain... -
Page 33: To Cancel Recording When Recording Has Already Begun
To cancel recording when recording has already begun While the unit is on Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive and press [∫]. Stop Recording Timer recording in progress. Stop this timer recording? It will be cancelled if you stop. Cancel Stop Recording SELECT... -
Page 34: Relief Recording
Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 30. Relief Recording When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD”. If there is no disc in the tray or the disc cannot be recorded on or when timer recording starts while copying, the recording drive will be altered to the HDD. -
Page 35: Recording Broadcasts From External Equipment
Recording broadcasts from external equipment [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] See also “Important notes for recording” (➡ 8). Making timer recordings on the television (e.g., of digital broadcasts) To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television with a Q Link function (➡... -
Page 36: Playing Recorded Video Contents/Playing Play-Only Discs
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 ∫ PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP DIRECT NAVIGATOR, “Top Menu” 3,4,2,1 OPTION OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK... -
Page 37: Operations During Play
∫ When a menu screen appears on the television [DVD-V] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [OK]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. If “ENTER” appears on the screen, press [OK]. [VCD] Press the numbered buttons to select the item. -
Page 38: Changing Audio During Play
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 36. Operations during play (continued) Slow-motion [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] Frame-by-frame [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] Skipping the specified time (Time Slip) -
Page 39: Playing Divx Discs, Mp3 Discs And Still Pictures (Jpeg)
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG) Regarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG) DivX [-R] [CD] Playable discs File DivX ≥Files must have the format extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”. Number Maximum number of folders recognizable: 300 folders of folders (including the root folder) Number... -
Page 40: Selecting File Type To Play
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG) Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE SKIP SKIP :, 9 ∫ PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3,4,2,1 OPTION OPTION REC MODE REC MODE AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS STATUS... - Page 41 Regarding DivX VOD content DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first 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.
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Page 42: Playing Mp3 Discs
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG) Refer to the control reference on page 40. Playing MP3 discs [-R] [CD] You can play DVD-R and CD-R/CD-RW discs which contain MP3 files that have been recorded on a computer. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. -
Page 43: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play
Useful functions during still picture play Start Slide You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. Show While the Picture (JPEG) View screen is displayed 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Folder” and press [OPTION]. Slide Interval 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Start Slide Show”... -
Page 44: Using On-Screen Menus/Status Message
Using on-screen menus/Status message Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE 3,4,2,1 OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS DISPLAY DISPLAY STATUS Using on-screen menus... -
Page 45: Status Messages
Play menu—Change the play sequence This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ. Repeat Play ≥All [CD] [VCD] ≥Chapter [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] ≥Group... -
Page 46: Editing Titles/Chapters
Editing titles/chapters Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT DELETE SKIP SKIP :, 9 STOP STOP DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3,4,2,1 OPTION OPTION REC MODE REC MODE [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] AUDIO STATUS (You cannot edit finalised discs.) Title/Chapter Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter. -
Page 47: Title Operations
Title operations After performing steps 1–4 (➡ 46) Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [OK]. § Delete ≥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 titles. [+R] [+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 Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT DELETE SKIP SKIP PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP 3,4,2,1 OPTION OPTION REC MODE You can arrange the chapters (➡ 46) to create a playlist. AUDIO STATUS Title Chapter Chapter Chapter Playlist... -
Page 49: Editing And Playing Playlists/Chapters
Editing and playing playlists/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select “Playlists” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the playlist. -
Page 50: Delete Navigator
Delete Navigator Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT DELETE, ¢ DELETE SKIP SKIP :, 9 PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP 3,4,2,1 OPTION REC MODE REC MODE AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] (You cannot delete items on finalised discs.) Still pictures cannot be deleted. -
Page 51: Copying Titles Or Playlists
Copying titles or playlists Easy copying from HDD to DVD with no difficult Features settings. HDD ➝ DVD Copy direction DVD ➝ HDD §1 High speed mode copy Changing recording mode §3 Finalise High speed mode §4 Copying playlists Are chapters maintained? Are thumbnails maintained? Recording and Playing while Copying §1... -
Page 52: Copy
Copying titles or playlists DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 ∫ STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE 3,4,2,1 OPTION OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER “Red” REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS DISPLAY... -
Page 53: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy
Copying using the copying list– Advanced Copy [HDD] ,-. [RAM] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] > [HDD] [HDD] > [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] You can order titles and playlists as desired for copy to disc. See also “Before copying” (➡ 52). While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. - Page 54 Copying titles or playlists (Continued) Refer to the control reference on page 52. ∫ To stop copying Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds. (You cannot stop while finalising) When High-speed copying All titles that have completely copied at the point cancelled are copied.
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Page 55: Copying A Finalised Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl
Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL [DVD-V] > [HDD] You can copy the content of finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD and re-edit. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time. -
Page 56: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder
Copying from a video cassette recorder DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT DELETE SELECT SKIP SKIP PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP ∫ 3,4,2,1 OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER REC MODE REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK ¥ REC e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front AUDIO STATUS DISPLAY... -
Page 57: Entering Text
Entering text DRIVE SELECT SELECT PAGE PAGE Numbered buttons ShowView ShowView PROG/CHECK DELETE INPUT DELETE, ¢ SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH PAUSE PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 ∫ STOP STOP EXIT 3,4,2,1 OPTION RETURN RETURN CREATE CREATE MANUAL SKIP MANUAL SKIP CHAPTER CHAPTER “Red”... -
Page 58: Hdd And Disc Management
HDD and disc management Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT DELETE SKIP SKIP PAUSE PAUSE STOP STOP 3,4,2,1 OPTION REC MODE REC MODE AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Common procedures While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. -
Page 59: Deleting All Titles And Playlists-Delete All Titles
Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete all titles [HDD] [RAM] Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥Release protection (➡ 58). After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 58) Press [3, 4] to select “Delete all titles” and press [OK]. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes”... -
Page 60: Selecting The Background Style-Top Menu
– ≥You cannot finalise discs recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. ≥If you finalise discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be displayed. ≥Discs finalised on this unit may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the recording. -
Page 61: Function Menu Window
FUNCTION MENU window Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT PAGE PAGE ShowView ShowView PROG/CHECK DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 EXIT FUNCTION 3,4,2,1 MENU OPTION RETURN RETURN RETURN CREATE CREATE MANUAL SKIP MANUAL SKIP CHAPTER CHAPTER REC MODE... -
Page 62: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Í Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Numbered buttons DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE 3,4,2,1 OPTION CREATE CREATE CHAPTER CHAPTER “Red” REC MODE REC MODE EXT LINK EXT LINK “Green” AUDIO AUDIO STATUS STATUS... -
Page 63: Summary Of Settings
Summary of settings The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Tabs Menus Tuning Manual Tuning (➡ 67) Auto-Setup Restart (➡ 68) Download from TV (➡ 68) Disc Settings for Playback ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. Ratings Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. - Page 64 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Refer to the control reference on page 62. Tabs Picture Comb Filter Select the picture sharpness when recording. The setting is fixed with “On” if you set “TV System” to “NTSC” (➡ 68). Still Mode Select the type of picture shown when you pause play (➡...
- Page 65 ≥720p ≥1080i ≥1080p: When setting video output to “1080p”, we recommend using a Panasonic HDMI cable 5 meters or less in length to prevent video distortion. ≥Automatic: Automatically selects the output resolution best suited to the connected television (1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p/480p or 576i/480i).
- Page 66 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Refer to the control reference on page 62. Tabs Connection AV2 Settings (Set to match the connected equipment.) ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. (continued) AV2 Input Set to “RGB/Video” or “RGB” when receiving or recording RGB output from external equipment.
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Page 67: Tuning
Tuning While stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and press [OK]. Press [3, 4] to select “Tuning” and press [1]. Setup Manual Tuning Auto-Setup Restart Download from TV Tuning Disc Picture... -
Page 68: Tv System
Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 62. Auto-Setup Restart You can restart auto channel setting if set up (➡ 20) fails for some reason. After performing steps 1–4 (➡ 67) Press [3, 4] to select “Auto-Setup Restart”... -
Page 69: Manual Clock Setting
Manual Clock Setting Usually, the unit’s setup function (➡ 20) automatically adjusts the clock to correct time. Under some reception conditions, however, the unit cannot set the clock automatically. In this case, follow the operation steps below to manually set the clock. ≥In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes. -
Page 70: Messages
Messages On the television Authorisation Error. Cannot finish recording completely. Cannot playback. TV system is different from the setting. To playback, please change the TV System in Setup. Cannot record to the disc. Unable to format. Cannot play on this unit. Cannot record. - Page 71 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. (“∑”...
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Page 72: Frequently Asked Questions
≥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. - Page 73 GUIDE Plus+ ≥The data rate, at which GUIDE Plus+ is sent, is limited. Depending on the country, signal Why is the GUIDE Plus+ system only available after approx. 2 hours? ≥The GUIDE Plus+ data is transmitted from the Host Channel (the television station How often is the GUIDE Plus+ data updated and when? ≥You can manually change the start and end time of programmes in the Timer Recording...
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Page 74: Troubleshooting Guide
Screen size is wrong. RQT8881 ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.) ≥The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated. (Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for 10 seconds.) ≥When the HDD has been automatically placed in the power save... - Page 75 TV screen and video (continued) ≥16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect in the following cases. Titles recorded with 16:9 aspect –[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] If you recorded or copied using “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” are stretched vertically. recording mode.
- Page 76 Troubleshooting guide Operation Cannot operate the television. The remote control doesn’t work. The unit is on but cannot be operated. HDD activation is slow. Cannot eject disc. Cannot tune channels. Cannot download channel presets from the television. Startup is slow. RQT8881 ≥Change the manufacturer code.
- Page 77 ≥It takes longer than normal to copy many titles. ≥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 (DVD-Video...
- Page 78 ≥You tried to play a +RW that needs to be finalised on the equipment used for recording. ≥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.
- Page 79 Still pictures ≥This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy or while the unit is standing by for Cannot display Direct Navigator screen. linked timer recording with external equipment. GUIDE Plus+ ≥Check whether GUIDE Plus+ system setup was performed in full. The GUIDE Plus+ System does not receive any data.
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Page 80: Glossary
Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs. - Page 81 Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. Panasonic televisions with 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Protection You can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection.
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Page 82: Specifications
Specifications Recording system Logical layer DVD Video Recording format DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) - DVD-RW +R DL (Double Layer) Recordable discs DVD-RAM: 2-3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1), 2-5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R: 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1-4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1-8X SPEED (Ver. -
Page 83: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources. -
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Environment friendly printed on chlorine free bleached paper. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net GUIDE Plus+ ... . 21–23, 30–31 HDMI ..... 17, 65, 80 Important notes for recording .