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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.
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 "1".
≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing "1" or
"ALL".
Example:
P
1
1
2
ALL
4
Operating Instructions
Model No.
If you have any questions contact
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
The warranty can be found on page 95.
La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 97–103.
DVD Recorder
DMR-EH75V
RQT8346
RQT8346-P
Getting started
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
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. Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video according to where they are sold. -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
STEP 4 Set up to match your television and the unit’s remote control ... 26 ≥Selecting television type... 26 ≥Television operation ... 26 ≥When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control... 26 Recording Note about recording... 27 ≥HDD and discs ... 27 - FR (Flexile Recording)... -
Page 4: About Descriptions In These Operating Instructions
Table of contents Copying Note about copying ...56 - Before copying...57 Copying titles or playlists ...59 ≥Copy Navigator ...59 ≥One Touch Copy ...60 - HDD l DVD or VHS ...60 - VHS l HDD or DVD ...61 - DVD l HDD ...61 - DVD l VHS ...61 ≥Copying using the copying list—... -
Page 5: Hdd, Disc And Card Information
HDD, disc and card information HDD and discs you can use for recording and play Disc type Logo Indicated in these instructions with 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 6: Discs That Cannot Be Played
¢5 When “Recording for High-Speed Copying” is set to “Off” (l 75). (The default setting is “On”.) ¢6 +R discs recorded with this unit and +R discs recorded with another Panasonic DVD recorder may be incompatible. However, discs that are finalized are compatible and can be played. -
Page 7: Play-Only Discs [12 Cm (5Z)/8 Cm (3Z)]
≥You can set the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) for automatic printing on your home printer or at a photo developing store (l 55, 93). ≥MPEG2 moving pictures shot with a Panasonic SD Video camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or DVD-RAM. (l 63) ≥MPEG2 moving pictures cannot be played directly from the SD card. -
Page 8: Regarding Divx Discs, Mp3 Discs And Still Pictures (Jpeg, Tiff)
HDD, disc and card information Regarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) DivX Playable discs [-R] [CD] File format DivX ≥Files must have the extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”. Number of Maximum number of folders recognizable: 300 folders folders (including the root folder) Number of files Maximum number of DivX files recognizable... -
Page 9: Important Notes For Recording
Important notes for recording [HDD] [RAM] Recording of Both Main and SAP audio can be recorded. You can change the audio during playback. (l 42, broadcasting Changing audio during play) However in the following cases, select whether to record the Main or SAP audio: - Recording or copying sound in LPCM (l 76, Audio for XP Recording) -
Page 10: 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 11: Unit Care
Unit care The precision parts in the unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown. To clean the unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ≥Never use alcohol, thinner or benzine to clean the unit. ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth. -
Page 12: Inserting A Disc
Inserting a disc Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the tray. ≥You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc. Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to close the tray. Note ≥A double-sided disc should be loaded with the side you want to record/play facing down. -
Page 13: Accessories
Product Registration Card Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. -
Page 14: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT CANCEL RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW ENTER SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY REC MODE FUNCTIONS window By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. -
Page 15: Main Unit
Main unit Pull open with your finger. (1) Cassette eject button (<, EJECT) ....l 12 (2) Cassette compartment (3) Channel select (CH, X, W) ..... . . l 29 (4) Open/close disc tray (<, OPEN/CLOSE). -
Page 16: Step 1 Connection
This section includes diagrams of six common methods of connection ([A] to [F], l 16–18). Please connect using the one that best suits you. ≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in English only.) http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. - Page 17 DirecTV/DISH Network service is only available in the United States. Connection with a television and cable box or DirecTV receiver ≥If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals (l 19, [d]). ≥If you enjoy higher picture quality. (l 21, 22) This unit To household AC outlet...
- Page 18 STEP 1 Connection Program listings for satellite services other than DirecTV cannot be received. Without this information, program-based recordings cannot be made. However, recordings can still be set manually. You can use the DISH Network TV Guide to make scheduled recordings on this unit. DirecTV/DISH Network service is only available in the United States.
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Page 19: If Your Television Does Not Have Audio/Video Terminals, An Rf Modulator Is Necessary
If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF modulator is necessary The circled numbers in the illustration refer to connection “[A]” to “[F]”. Also connect all other cables as well. Connection with a television (l 16, [A]) This unit DVD/VHS COMMON OUT DVD/VHS COMMON OUT R-AUDIO-L... -
Page 20: If The Antenna Connector Doesn't Match
STEP 1 Connection If the antenna connector doesn’t match Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead to the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75 ≠ coaxial cable to the antenna terminals on the equipment (television etc.). Refer to other equipment’s operating instructions. Type A twin lead from the antenna... -
Page 21: To Enjoy Even Higher Picture Quality
To enjoy even higher picture quality Connecting to the S VIDEO IN terminal The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) After completing After completing “Connection with a television” (l 16), “Connection with a television and cable box or DirecTV receiver”... -
Page 22: Connecting With An Hdmi (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Terminal
Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control) If connecting with a Panasonic television equipped with the HDAVI function, you can use this convenient function to control both the recorder and the television. After connecting the unit to a television using an HDMI cable, set “Ctrl with HDMI” to “On”. (l 77) ≥Depending on the cable used, this function may not be possible. -
Page 23: Step 2 Setting Up The Tv Guide On Screen System
STEP 2 Setting up the TV Guide On Screen POWER Í/ l DVD/VHS DVD/VHS POWER POWER POWER Í DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE Numbered buttons VCR Plus+ DELETE CANCEL INPUT SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PLAY TIME SLIP / JET REW SCHEDULE... - Page 24 STEP 2 Setting up the TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 23. Please perform setup by following all instructions that apply to your current service. DirecTV/DISH Network service is only available in the United States. Service ≥You cannot select both “Antenna”...
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Page 25: Step 3 Downloading
“Antenna” or “Cable without a Cable Box” only (l 23). You will now be able to watch broadcasts with this unit. If further assistance is needed, Contact Panasonic’s Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (7262). SCHEDULE LISTINGS SEARCH... -
Page 26: Step 4 Set Up To Match Your Television And The Unit's Remote Control
When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. Use “1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances. -
Page 27: Recording
Recording Note about recording HDD and discs ∫ FR (Flexile Recording) The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP (8H) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality. ≥You can set FR (Flexible Recording) mode when copying (l 59, 60, 64) or programming scheduled recordings (l 36, To make scheduled recording) or Flexible recording (l 30). -
Page 28: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times
Note about recording ∫ Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. Recording Mode (80 GB) XP (High picture quality 17 h recording mode) SP (Standard recording 34 h mode) LP (Long recording 68 h... -
Page 29: Recording Television Programs
Recording television programs DVD/VHS POWER POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE VOLUME VOLUME TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE Numbered buttons VCR Plus+ DELETE CANCEL INPUT SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE PLAY ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW SCHEDULE ENTER SUB MENU... -
Page 30: Selecting Audio To Record
Recording television programs DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE STOP ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER ENTER 3,4 , 2,1 SUB MENU ENTER AUDIO AUDIO DISPLAY AUDIO REC MODE Selecting audio to record [HDD] [RAM]... -
Page 31: Playing While You Are Recording
Playing while you are recording [HDD] [RAM] ∫ Playing from the beginning of the title you are recording—Chasing playback While recording or scheduled recording Press [1, PLAY]. ≥There is no sound output while searching forward or backward. To stop play Press [∫, STOP]. -
Page 32: Scheduled Recording
Scheduled recording DVD/VHS DVD/VHS POWER POWER POWER Í DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP PAUSE ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW TV GUIDE ENTER ENTER 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU AUDIO... -
Page 33: Manually Programming Scheduled Recordings
∫ Manually programming scheduled recordings [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥You can manually set the date, channel, start and end times and so on for programs you want to record. Press [SCHEDULE]. SETUP SCHEDULE LISTINGS HISTORY TO DO Channel 24 Tue 11/21 12:55 pm Channel 11 Sat 11/25 2:00 pm... -
Page 34: Check, Change Or Delete A Program
Scheduled recording Refer to the control reference on page 32. Check, change or delete a program Press [SCHEDULE]. SETUP SCHEDULE TO DO HISTORY Golf Thu 11/16 1:00 pm Dodzilla Thu 11/16 2:00 pm Bull house Thu 11/16 3:00 pm Channel 11 Sat 11/25 3:30 pm Channel 11 Sat 11/25 4:00 pm... -
Page 35: Utilizing The Tv Guide On Screen System
Utilizing the TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 32. ∫ Screen Components (The screen displayed when [TV GUIDE] is pressed) Video window (The title highlighted is displayed.) Panel Ads (Panel menu) Listings Options menu This appears when you press [SUB MENU]. -
Page 36: Using The Listings Service To Set Scheduled Recording And Scheduled Reminder
Utilizing the TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 32. Using the LISTINGS Service to set scheduled recording and scheduled reminder When “LISTINGS” is selected in step 3 on page 35 LISTINGS screen is displayed. You can set scheduled recording and scheduled reminder. You can also view titles selected from the program listings. -
Page 37: Using The Search Service To Search Tv Programs By Genre, Keyword, Etc
Using the SEARCH Service to search TV programs by genre, keyword, etc. When “SEARCH” is selected in step 3 on page 35 SEARCH screen is displayed. The SEARCH service displays program listings sorted into your preferred categories. There are various categories, such as movies, sports, children’s, educational, news, variety, series, HDTV, keyword and alphabetically. -
Page 38: Using Setup Service To Change The Settings Of The Tv Guide On Screen System
Utilizing the TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 32. Using SETUP Service to change the settings of the TV Guide On Screen system When “SETUP” is selected in step 3 on page 35 SETUP screen is displayed. The SETUP service allows you to redo the channel settings, customize the channel line-up and set the TV Guide On Screen system’s start-up pattern. -
Page 39: Display Progress In Getting Tv Guide On Screen Data-"Display Setup Progress
General defaults Change the size of the Information box box size: box position: Change the position of the Information box video: The highlighted title is displayed in the Video window. The title in the Video window will be not change if you select “locked”. -
Page 40: Playing Back
Playing back Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL RESET RESET : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP ∫ TIME SLIP TIME SLIP / JET REW TIME SLIP DIRECT NAVIGATOR SUB MENU... -
Page 41: Operations During Play
∫ When a menu screen appears on the television [DVD-V] [DVD-A] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and then press [ENTER]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. [VCD] Press the numbered buttons to select the item. [0] )[5] [1] )[5] e.g., 5:... -
Page 42: Simple Editing Operations During Play
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 40. Skipping the specified time (Time Slip) [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] CM Skip [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Simple editing operations during play Create chapters (l 51, Title/Chapter) -
Page 43: Playing Divx Discs, Mp3 Discs And Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) DVD/VHS DVD/VHS POWER POWER POWER Í DRIVE DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE Numbered buttons VCR Plus+ DELETE CANCEL INPUT SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP... -
Page 44: About Divx Vod Content
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Refer to the control reference on page 43. ∫ About 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. -
Page 45: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play
[CD] Picture View screen Pictures Menu Picture View Picture Video CD (JPEG) Folder 100__DVD Previous Page 01/02 Next Play (Go to step 4) Direct Navigator screen icons Picture protected. Picture in which the number of prints is set (DPOF) (l 55, 93). To show other pages Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous”... -
Page 46: Using On-Screen Menus
Using on-screen menus DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW ENTER ENTER 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER SUB MENU AUDIO AUDIO DISPLAY DISPLAY B, DISPLAY REC MODE... -
Page 47: Video Menu-Change The Picture Quality
∫ Video menu–Change the picture quality Picture [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] To select the picture quality mode during play. ≥Normal: Default setting ≥Soft: Soft picture with fewer video artifacts ≥Fine: Details are sharper ≥Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes. -
Page 48: Playing A Video Cassette
Playing a video cassette DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT ¢ CANCEL CANCEL RESET RESET RESET : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW 6JET REW ENTER SUB MENU AUDIO AUDIO DISPLAY... -
Page 49: Adjusting The Playback Picture
Adjusting the playback picture ∫ Manual tracking The unit usually makes tracking adjustments, but you may need to do it manually if noise appears on a tape recorded on other equipment. During play Press [TRACKING/V-LOCK, r] or [TRACKING/V-LOCK, s]. Repeat until the noise disappears. ∫... -
Page 50: Various On-Screen Display Indications
Playing a video cassette Refer to the control reference on page 48. Various on-screen display indications On-screen display below appears during play on VHS. To see these displays, set “Status Messages” to “Automatic”. (l 76) Press [STATUS]. Mono L Current drive Audio indicators The Left (Mono L) and Right (Mono R) indicators show which sound mode is selected as follows:... -
Page 51: Editing
Editing Editing titles/chapters DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE VCR Plus+ DELETE CANCEL INPUT SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PAUSE PLAY PLAY TIME SLIP / JET REW SCHEDULE DIRECT NAVIGATOR... -
Page 52: Title Operations
Editing titles/chapters Refer to the control reference on page 51. Title operations After performing steps 1 to 5 (l 51) Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and then press [ENTER]. ¢ Delete Title ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. ≥[-R] [-R[DL] [+R] [+R[DL] The available recording space does not increase when you delete titles. -
Page 53: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists
Creating, editing and playing playlists DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE VCR Plus+ DELETE INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PAUSE PLAY SCHEDULE TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3,4 , 2,1... -
Page 54: Editing And Playing Playlists/Chapters
Creating, editing and playing playlists Refer to the control reference on page 53. Editing and playing playlists/chapters [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4] to select “Other Functions” and then press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4] to select “Playlists” and then press [ENTER]. -
Page 55: Editing Still Pictures
Editing still pictures Refer to the control reference on page 53. [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥You can edit pictures and albums. ≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB (l 7). ≥You cannot edit still pictures recorded on CD-R/CD-RW. Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive (HDD, DVD or SD). -
Page 56: Copying
Copying Note about copying See also the notes “Important notes for recording” (l 9). You can select from a variety of methods to copy on the unit. You cannot copy titles which have been treated to prevent copying. Direction From [RAM] [-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW]... -
Page 57: Before Copying
∫ Before copying When copying a title with main and secondary (SAP) audio ≥Select the audio type for recording MTS broadcasts from “Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)” (l 76) when: - Copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW. - When “Audio for XP Recording”... - Page 58 Note about copying ∫ Depending on the copy type, copy direction and copy speed, the following restriction are applied to the settings and operations while copying. Copy speed Copy direction Are title points maintained? ¢2 Are chapters maintained? Are thumbnails maintained? Playing HDD while copying Recording HDD while copying Copy speed...
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Page 59: Copying Titles Or Playlists
Copying titles or playlists DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE VCR Plus+ DELETE INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE PLAY PLAY ∫ SCHEDULE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER ENTER ENTER SUB MENU... -
Page 60: One Touch Copy
Copying titles or playlists Refer to the control reference on page 59. One Touch Copy ∫ Copy direction [2HDD] HDD # VHS [2VHS] VHS # HDD [VHS1] VHS # DVD COPYING indication Preparation Copy to: ≥DVD: insert a disc that you can use for recording (l 5–7, 12). ≥VHS: insert a video cassette with an accidental erasure prevention tab (l 11, 12). -
Page 61: Vhs L Hdd Or Dvd
∫ VHS l HDD or DVD ≥The VHS status messages are not shown while copying. (l 76) While both VHS and HDD or DVD are stopped Press and hold [2VHS] or [VHS1] on the main unit for about 3 seconds or more (until “START” on the unit’s display terminates flashing). -
Page 62: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy (Create List)
Copying titles or playlists DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU AUDIO AUDIO DISPLAY DISPLAY REC MODE... -
Page 63: Copy Navigator/Copying List Icons And Functions
SD card—Copy video (MPEG2) Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have been taken by a Panasonic SD Video Camera, digital video camera etc., can be recorded on HDD or DVD-RAM. (All the recordings on the same date become a title.) ≥You cannot playback MPEG2 moving pictures on an SD card with... -
Page 64: Copying A Video Cassette Or Dvd-Video [Finalized Dvd-R, -R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R, +R Dl] -Advanced Copy (Time Limit)
Copying titles or playlists DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP PAUSE ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER ENTER ENTER SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY REC MODE Copying a video cassette or DVD-Video [finalized DVD-R, -R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL] —Advanced Copy (Time Limit) - Page 65 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and then press [ENTER] to start copying. [VHS] > [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] When the confirmation screen appears ([VHS] > [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] only) Press [2, 1] to select “Copy and finalize” or “Copy only” Copying starts.
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Page 66: Copying Still Pictures
Copying still pictures DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numbered buttons CANCEL RESET RESET : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY... -
Page 67: Copying All The Still Pictures On A Card-Copy All Pictures
To stop copying Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds. To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. To show other pages Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and then press [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, SKIP] or [9, SKIP] to show other pages. -
Page 68: Recording From A Video Cassette Recorder
Recording from a video cassette recorder DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT INPUT INPUT CANCEL SELECT SELECT RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW ENTER ENTER 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO... -
Page 69: Dv Camcorder Recording (Dv Camcorder Rec.)
DV camcorder recording (DV Camcorder Rec.) [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] When the “DV Camcorder Rec.” function is used, programs are recorded as a title. At the same time chapters are created at each break in the images and the playlist is created automatically. Preparation 1 Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the DV equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal (l 68). -
Page 70: Convenient Functions
Convenient functions HDD, disc and card management DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW ENTER ENTER 3,4 , 2,1 SUB MENU ENTER AUDIO DISPLAY REC MODE [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] ≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 2 GB (l 7). -
Page 71: 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 drive (HDD or DVD). ≥Release protection (l 70). After performing steps 1 to 3 (l 70) Press [3, 4] to select “Delete All Titles” and then press [ENTER]. -
Page 72: Selecting The Background Style-Top Menu Style
Play on other players ≥You cannot finalize discs recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. ≥If you finalize discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu Style” may not be displayed. ≥Discs finalized on this unit may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the recording. -
Page 73: Entering Text
Entering text DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE Numbered buttons VCR Plus+ DELETE ¢ CANCEL INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE PLAY ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW SCHEDULE ENTER ENTER... -
Page 74: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings DVD/VHS DVD/VHS POWER POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE ¢ CANCEL CANCEL INPUT SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW ENTER ENTER 3,4 , 2,1 ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER... - Page 75 Tabs Menus Disc Settings for Playback Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. Ratings Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown. ≥Do not forget your password.
- Page 76 Changing the unit’s settings Tabs Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) Audio Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS) Select whether to record the main or secondary (SAP) audio type when: ≥Recording to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW.
- Page 77 Tabs Menus TV Type (l 26) Set to match the type of television connected. Screen Functions of HDMI Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. HDMI Video Output HDMI Resolution You can only select items compatible with the connected equipment. This setting normally does not need to be changed.
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Page 78: Changing The Speaker Setting To Suit Your Speaker
Changing the unit’s settings ∫ Changing the speaker setting to suit your speaker When connecting with an HDMI cable to an amplifier, use the following settings on this unit if you cannot set the speaker delay effect on the amplifier. Center Front (L) Complete... -
Page 79: Channel/Clock Settings When Tv Guide On Screen System Is Not Used
Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 74. Preparation: If the program listings has already been downloaded, return the unit to the factory preset condition using the steps indicated below. When the unit is on and stopped 1 Press and hold [CH, X] and [CH, W] on the main unit for about 5 seconds. -
Page 80: Channel Captions
Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 74. Channel captions You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself. The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is displayed and in the Direct Navigator screen. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. -
Page 81: Reference
≥You cannot directly connect them to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, etc. Are the headphones and speakers directly connected to the unit? ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult the Is my television progressive output compatible? manufacturer if you have another brand of television. - Page 82 Frequently asked questions ® TV Guide On Screen system Does the TV Guide On Screen system work with analog and digital cable boxes/satellite receivers? I have relocated, changed my television reception system or cable box etc. How should I redo the TV Guide On Screen system setup? Please tell me about the downloading...
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Page 83: Messages
Messages Messages including the following passages are displayed on screen. On the television ≥You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration Authorization Error This unit is not authorized to code. You cannot play the content on this unit. play this titles. - Page 84 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. ¢ HARD ERR ¢ No AUDIO No READ ¢ PLEASE WAIT SET ∑ (“∑” stands for a number.) SLEEP SP 15:50 EP 120 h...
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Page 85: Troubleshooting Guide
5 seconds. Remove the disc. ≥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 [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for 10 seconds.) ≥When the HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode... - Page 86 Troubleshooting guide TV screen and video The images from this unit do not appear on the television. Picture is distorted. Television reception worsens after connecting the unit. Status messages do not appear. ≥Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the Setup menu. The blue background does not appear.
- Page 87 Sound ≥Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the No sound. Low volume. amplifier if you have connected one. ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. Distorted sound. ≥Turn off V. Surround Sound in the following cases. Cannot hear the desired audio type.
- Page 88 ≥It takes longer than normal to copy many titles. ≥You cannot high-speed copy to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW, titles longer than 6 hours when using other Panasonic DVD Recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 hour) mode recording.
- Page 89 TV Guide On Screen ® system ≥Leave the unit turned off for at least 24 hours. Although initial setup for the TV ≥Initial setup was done incorrectly. (e.g, The user entered the wrong country, ZIP/postal code Guide On Screen ® system was completed hours ago, program or cable box information.) Select “Change system settings”...
- Page 90 ≥You tried to play a blank disc or disc unplayable on this unit. ≥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 91 Edit ≥If there is not enough disc space on the HDD, you cannot edit on the HDD. Delete some Cannot edit. unnecessary titles to create some disc space. ≥The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. Cannot format.
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Page 92: Specifications
Specifications Recordable discs: DVD-RAM:Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1/3X–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver. 2.2/5X–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0 DVD-R: for General Ver. 2.0 for General Ver. 2.0/4X–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0 for General Ver. 2.x/8X–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0 for General Ver. 2.x/16X–SPEED DVD-R Revision 6.0 for DL Ver. -
Page 93: 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. CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) A copy protection system used for DVD-Audio files. This unit supports CPPM. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. -
Page 94: Product Service
MPEG2 is a compression standard used for DVD and satellite based digital broadcasting. This unit records programs using MPEG2. MPEG2 moving picture files shot with a Panasonic SD multi-camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc. -
Page 95: Limited Warranty
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com... -
Page 96: Index
Index Advanced Copy Create List ...62 Time Limit ...64 Angle ...46 Audio Attribute ...46 Language ...46 Playback ...42 Receiving, recording ...30 VHS ...49 Auto Bilingual Choice ...49 Change Thumbnail ...52 Channel Adjusting, hiding ...38 Audio ...46 Auto channel settings ...79 Caption ...80 CHANNEL EDITER ...38 VCR Plusr Ch. -
Page 97: Guía De Referencia Rápida En Español (Spanish Quick Reference)
Guía de referencia rápida en español (Spanish Quick Reference) Instalación básica ≥Para más información sobre los métodos de conexión, vea la página de inicio de Panasonic. (Sólo está en inglés.) http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp ≥Antes de hacer la conexión, apague todos los equipos y lea los manuales de instrucciones apropiados. - Page 98 Instalación básica POWER Í/ l DVD/VHS DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Botones numéricos CANCEL RESET : , 9 SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX STOP STOP ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW TIME SLIP / JET REW TIME SLIP 6JET REW DIRECT NAVIGATOR SUB MENU...
- Page 99 Inserción de un disco Pulse [<, OPEN/CLOSE] en la unidad principal para abrir la bandeja. ≥Puede insertar un disco con o sin cartucho. Pulse [<, OPEN/CLOSE] en la unidad principal para cerrar la bandeja. Disco sin cartucho Disco con cartucho (1) Insértelo con la cara impresa hacia arriba.
- Page 100 Grabación de programas de televisión Consulte la referencia de los controles en la page 98. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] [VHS] Puede grabar hasta: ≥[HDD] 500 títulos en la HDD. (Cuando la grabación continúa durante mucho tiempo, los títulos se dividen cada 8 horas.) ≥[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] 99 títulos en un disco ≥[+R] [+RW] 49 títulos en un disco Preparación...
- Page 101 Reproducción Consulte la referencia de los controles en la page 98. Reproducción de vídeo grabado/ Reproducción de discos de sola reproducción Preparación ≥Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo apropiada a las conexiones de esta unidad. ≥Encienda esta unidad. Pulse [DRIVE SELECT] para seleccionar la unidad de reproducción (HDD o DVD).
- Page 102 Reproducción Consulte la referencia de los controles en la page 98. Reproducción de imágenes fijas [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [CD] ≥Puede reproducir imágenes fijas grabadas en un CD-R/CD-RW en un ordenador. ≥No puede reproducir imágenes fijas mientras graba o copia. ≥Introducción y extracción de la tarjeta SD (l 99) Mientras está...
- Page 103 ∫ Operaciones Parada Pulse [∫, STOP]. Pausa Pulse [;, PAUSE]. Pulse de nuevo [;, PAUSE] o [1, PLAY] para reiniciar la reproducción. Avance rápido/ Durante la parada Rebobinado Pulse [6] (atrás)/[5] (avance). Localización Durante la reproducción progresiva/ Teclee o mantenga pulsado [6] (atrás)/[5] Revisión (avance).
- Page 104 The TV Guide On Screen system is protected by one or more of the following issued United States patents 5,307,173; 5,335,079; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; 4,706,121; 6,498,895, 6,418,556, 6,331,877; 6,239,794; 6,154,203; 5,940,073; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; 4,706,121. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.