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Panasonic DMR-E500HS Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic DMR-E500HS Operating Instructions Manual

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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
these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software
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:
PP
HDD
DVD
SD
PC
1
1
2
ALL
4

Operating Instructions

DVD Video Recorder

Model No.
[For\U.S.A.]only]
The warranty can be found on page 80.
[For\Canada]only]
The warranty can be found on page 81.
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar
en la página 82.
This manual was printed with soy based ink.
DMR-E500H
RQT7394-2P

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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 these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software 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 USA 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

    (U.S.A. only) Product Registration Card Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ Transfer (Dubbing) Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists ... 47 One Touch Transfer (dubbing) .

  • Page 4: Useful Features

    This also allows playback of MPEG4 titles and viewing of JPEG. You can also connect to another network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder for more video playback choice. ≥The SD/PC card slots of this unit let you transfer (dub) digital camera photographs from a card to DVD-RAM for easy storage without using a computer.

  • Page 5: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Turn the unit on ( page 12) Input select (L1, L2, L3 or DV) ( page 51) Select channels and title numbers, etc./ Enter numbers Cancel Basic operations for recording and play Show Top menu/Direct Navigator page 30, 40) Show sub menu ( page 40)

  • Page 6: Step 1 Connection

    To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 21 W). ≥Note that the television program list is not downloaded while the unit is unplugged. Amplifier Computer or other network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder Camcorder...
  • Page 7 ≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. Connection with a television and video cassette recorder The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it is recommended that this unit be connected as shown below.
  • Page 8 STEP Connection Connection with a cable TV box and video cassette recorder ≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. ≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box. ≥If you receive your programming solely from a satellite service, the program guide in this unit will not receive program listings or channel information.

  • Page 9: Connecting An Amplifier Or System Component

    Connecting an amplifier or system component Enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD by connecting an amplifier and speakers. There are two types of connection, digital and analog. ∫ Analog connection To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video and DVD-Audio connect an amplifier using the AUDIO OUT 5.1 ch terminals and go to the settings on page 15.

  • Page 10: Connections For The Network Function

    ∫ Connecting directly to another network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder Connect this unit directly to another network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder. This will allow you to playback video stored on the other network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder from this unit.

  • Page 11: Connecting A Lan Cable To This Unit

    G-LINK LAN cable (not included) ≥Use category 5 cable. To router, other network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder, etc ∫ To prevent improper use ≥The unit’s network password: –Please do not reveal your password to anyone or let it be seen by anyone.

  • Page 12: Step 2 Setting Up The Tv Guide On Screen

    –Make sure the IR Blaster is connected and positioned properly page 8). –Make sure the cable TV box is turned on. If further assistance is needed, In the U.S.A.: Contact Panasonic’s Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (7262). In Canada: Call 1-800-561-5505.
  • Page 13 The unit begins trying various IR codes to see which one communicates properly with your cable TV box. It’s quite common for this phase of the setup to be repeated numerous times. Is your cable box now tuned to channel 09? –If the cable TV box has changed to channel 09, select “Yes”...

  • Page 14: Step 3 Set Up To Match Your Television And 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 15: Step 4 Multi-Channel Speaker Setting

    STEP Multi-channel speaker setting DVD POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO SD/PC PAGE AUDIO CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK TV GUIDE DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE SETUP...

  • Page 16: Step 5 Setting Up The Network

    ∫ To change unit names When more than one network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder is connected on the Home Network, you need to give each a unique unit name so that they can be distinguished.

  • Page 17: When More Than One Network Compatible Panasonic Dvd Recorder Is On The Home Network

    You can playback video titles on other network compatible Panasonic DVD recorders on the Home Network. When more than one network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder is on the Home Network, the terms “server” and “client” are used. The “client” is the DVD recorder that you will actually operate to receive video titles.

  • Page 18: To Be Able To Operate This Unit From A Computer On The Home Network

    STEP Setting up the Network Refer to the control reference on page 16. To be able to operate this unit from a computer on the Home Network When connecting a computer via a router with its DHCP enabled Confirm “TCP/IP Settings” is set to “Automatic (DHCP)” page 16, step 6).
  • Page 19 To manually enter the DVD recorder’s IP Address On the DVD recorder After step 5 ( page 16) Press [3, 4] to select “Manual” and press [ENTER]. SETUP TCP / IP Settings ,,,.,,,.,,,.,,, IP Address Channel ,,,.,,,.,,,.,,, Subnet Mask Set Up ,,,.,,,.,,,.,,, Default Gateway Disc...

  • Page 20: Hdd, Disc And Card Information

    § conventionally recorded programs ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. DVD-R from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording. ∫ Which should I use, DVD-RAM or DVD-R? The following chart indicates the differences. Select based upon what you require.
  • Page 21 PC, you may not be able to use it on this unit. In these cases, format the card on this unit ( ≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT 12 system and FAT 16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications. ≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card. Structure of folders displayed by this unit The following can be displayed on this unit.

  • Page 22: Recording Television Programs

    Recording television programs HDD, DVD indicator POWER POWER POWER POWER POWER EJECT SD CARD PC CARD Time Slip indicator DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK...

  • Page 23: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times

    Press [¥ REC] to start recording. Recording will take place on open space on the HDD or on disc. Data will not be overwritten. ≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during recording. ≥You can record while the unit is on standby for timer recording, but once the time for the timer recording to begin is reached, any recording taking place will stop and the timer recording will begin.

  • Page 24: Playing While You Are Recording

    Recording television programs Refer to the control reference on page 22. [HDD] [RAM] Playing while you are recording You can change the drive and play while recording on this unit. Also, while recording to the HDD or to DVD-RAM you can view the title being recorded from the beginning as well as play a recorded title.

  • Page 25: Timer Recording

    Timer recording DVD POWER POWER Í DVD POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO SD/PC PAGE Numbered buttons AUDIO CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU RETURN SUB MENU PROG/CHECK TV GUIDE DISPLAY TIME SLIP...

  • Page 26: Manually Programming Timer Recordings

    Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 25. Manually programming timer recordings Press [PROG/CHECK]. MESSAGES SCHEDULE FAVORITES RECORD SET TIMER Sat 2:00pm Dodzilla Sat 3:00pm Bull house Sat 3:30pm Be switched Weekly Sat 4:00pm Baseball Press [CHAPTER] (Green). Date : 4 / 1 / 04 Start Time :...

  • Page 27: Check, Change Or Delete A Program

    Press [ENTER]. MESSAGES SCHEDULE LISTINGS FAVORITES RECORD Sat 1:00pm NWBG Once NWBG REMOVE FREQUENCY INFO. 1:00 1:55 Sat 2:00pm Dodzilla Once Sat 3:00pm Bull house Weekly Sat 3:30pm Be switched Weekly 4:00pm Baseball Once Repeat steps 1–4 to program other recordings. ≥As long as the setting is not changed, the program is recorded to the HDD in the recording mode selected by the unit.

  • Page 28: Utilizing The Tv Guide On Screen

    Utilizing the TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 25. Press [TV GUIDE]. Video window Navigation menu SCHEDULE 8:00PM TODAY TODAY Last Channel Panel Ads NWGB 8:00 8:30 FAVORITES NWBG ducation ANiMe Network Icons Stereo Closed caption Re-run Programs are categorized by color.
  • Page 29 SETUP screen The SETUP screen allows you to redo the channel settings, customize the channel line-up and set the TV Guide On Screen system’s start-up pattern. ∫ “Change system settings” menu–Access to the TV Guide On Screen system setup screen You can also verify any information entered during setup, or completely redo the setup, for the TV Guide On Screen 1 Press [3, 4] to select “Change system settings”...

  • Page 30: Playing Recorded Video Contents/Playing Play-Only Discs

    Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs HDD, DVD indicator POWER POWER POWER POWER POWER EJECT PC CARD SD CARD DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU...

  • Page 31: Operations During Play

    Operations during play Press [∫]. The stopped position is memorized. “PLAY” flashes in the unit’s display. (Excluding when playing from the Direct Stop Navigator and when playing a play list.) Resume play function Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Press [;].

  • Page 32: Editing Operations During Play

    Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 30. Editing operations during play Erase [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Create chapters page 40, Title/Chapter) [HDD] [RAM] Changing audio during play Press [AUDIO]. [HDD] [RAM] [VCD] LR>L>R ^---------------} e.g., “L R”...

  • Page 33: Using Menus To Play Mp3

    Using menus to play MP3 DVD POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO SD/PC PAGE Numbered buttons AUDIO CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TV GUIDE TIME SLIP SETUP...

  • Page 34: Playing Still Pictures

    Playing still pictures PC card slot POWER EJECT PC CARD SD CARD HDD, DVD, SD, PC indicator SD card slot DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU...

  • Page 35: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play

    [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] ≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB page 21). Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive. ≥Each time you press [SD/PC]: SD card drive ,". PC card drive ≥On the main unit, press [DRIVE SELECT] several times.

  • Page 36: Playing Mpeg4 Titles

    Playing MPEG4 titles POWER POWER POWER POWER POWER EJECT PC CARD SD CARD HDD, DVD, SD, PC indicator DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU...

  • Page 37: Useful Functions During Mpeg4 Title Play

    Useful functions during MPEG4 title play Pause Press [;]. The status display will be shown automatically ( [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] (Mobile hard Press again to restart play. disk only) Search Press [6] or [5]. While searching, the title being played is displayed as a still picture. The elapsed play time display [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] (Mobile hard will be shown automatically to indicate the current position ( disk only)

  • Page 38: Using On-Screen Menus And Status Messages

    Using on-screen menus and Status messages DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU DISPLAY PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE Info DUBBING CHAPTER On-screen menus Press [DISPLAY].

  • Page 39: Status Messages

    Play menu–Change the play sequence This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Repeat play ≥All [VCD] [CD] (excluding MP3 discs) ≥Chapter [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] ≥Group [DVD-A] [CD] (MP3 discs only) ≥PL (Play list) [HDD] [RAM] ≥Title §...

  • Page 40: Editing Titles/Chapters

    Editing titles/chapters DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE Info DUBBING CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Title/Chapter Programs are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter.

  • Page 41: Title Operations

    Title operations Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER]. § Erase ≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] ≥The available recording time on DVD-R does not increase when you erase titles. Information (e.g., time and date) is shown.

  • Page 42: Creating, Editing And Playing Play Lists

    Creating, editing and playing play lists DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE Info DUBBING CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] You can arrange the chapters ( page 40) to create a play list.

  • Page 43: Editing And Playing Play Lists/Chapters

    Editing and playing play lists/chapters Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “PLAY LIST” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the play list. To start play Press [ENTER]. To edit Step 4. PLAY LIST Play List View Create 10/27 Mon 0:30...

  • Page 44: Editing Still Pictures

    Editing still pictures DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CANCEL SKIP STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] ≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB page 21).

  • Page 45: Editing Mpeg4 Titles

    Editing MPEG4 titles DVD POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO SD/PC PAGE AUDIO CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU RETURN SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TV GUIDE TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE...

  • Page 46: Entering Text

    Entering text DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons CANCEL VCR Plus+ ¢ CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE Info DUBBING CHAPTER [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [SD] [PC] You can give names to recorded titles etc.

  • Page 47: Transferring (Dubbing) Titles Or Play Lists

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (dub) on this unit. When transferring (dubbing) MPEG4 motion pictures or video titles by converting them to MPEG4 format ( ∫ Transferring (dubbing) direction You can transfer (dub) your favorite titles and play lists to an archive disc.

  • Page 48: One Touch Transfer (Dubbing)

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons VCR Plus+ CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE Info DUBBING CHAPTER DUBBING...
  • Page 49 3 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the titles or play lists and press [ENTER]. ≥To select a multiple number of items together, press [;] to add the check mark and press [ENTER] ( Multiple editing). ≥To show other pages ( below) ≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list ( Press [3, 4] to select “SET”...

  • Page 50: Transferring (Dubbing) A Finalized Dvd-R

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists Refer to the control reference on page 48. Transferring (dubbing) a finalized DVD-R [DVD-V] > [HDD] While playing a disc, the content being played is transferred (dubbed) to the HDD according to the set time. ≥Operations and on screen displays during transfer (dubbing) are also recorded.

  • Page 51: Recording From A Video Cassette Recorder

    Recording from a video cassette recorder DVD POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO INPUT SELECT SD/PC PAGE AUDIO CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK TV GUIDE DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP...

  • Page 52: Transferring (Dubbing) Still Pictures

    Recording from a video cassette recorder Refer to the control reference on page 51. DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC) [HDD] [RAM] When the “DV AUTO REC” function is used, programs are recorded as a title while at the same time chapters are created at each break in the images and the play list is created automatically.

  • Page 53: Transferring (Dubbing) All The Still Pictures On A Card-Copy All Pictures

    ∫ To register on a folder by folder basis 1 Press [3, 4] to select “Picture/Folder” and press [ENTER]. Dubbing Create a dubbing list. Picture/Folder Picture Cancel all Current capacity 4343MB Dubbing direction No. Size Name SD card > DVD New entry Mode Picture High Speed...

  • Page 54: Transferring (Dubbing) Mpeg4/Mpeg2 Titles

    (Some equipment may display messages such as “Press the RESET button” when playing a non- compatible title.) ∫ Approximate recording time when recording a MPEG4 title on Panasonic SD Memory Card ≥Not all of the capacity is available for recording or transferring (dubbing) because the copyright information is also included.

  • Page 55: Transferring (Dubbing) Using The Transferring (Dubbing) List

    Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] (Mobile hard disk only) Preparation Select the audio type to be used when transferring (dubbing) a video title by converting to MPEG4 format, from “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu ( page 63).

  • Page 56: Operating The Dvd Recorder By Computer

    : 192. 168. 0. 1 DNS Server : 192. 168. 0. 1 [Internet Options...] http://panasonic.jp/support/dvd/e500h/use_info/env_e.html To exit the operation Click [Log Out]. ≥The DVD recorder will switch off if left for 30 minutes. To exit the Network function and operate the DVD recorder...

  • Page 57: Playing Back Video Titles Recorded On Another Dvd Recorder's Hdd

    ≥Connect to the Home Network or another network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder ( page 10). ≥Set “This unit’s network setting” ( page 16). ≥Set “When more than one network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder is on the Home Network” ( page 17). ≥Turn off the server. On the client While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS].

  • Page 58: Hdd, Disc And Card Setting

    HDD, disc and card setting DVD POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY TIME SLIP SETUP ERASE REC MODE Info DUBBING CHAPTER ≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB page 21).

  • Page 59: Erasing All Titles, Play Lists And Mpeg4 Titles-Erase All Titles

    Erasing all titles, play lists and MPEG4 titles—Erase all titles [HDD] [RAM] [SD] Preparation ≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive. ≥Release protection ( page 58). While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “DISC SETTING”...

  • Page 60: Enabling Dvd-R To Be Played On Other Equipment-Finalize

    ≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes. ≥You cannot finalize DVD-R recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. ≥If you finalize a recorded DVD-R on Panasonic equipment other than this unit, the background selected as “TOP MENU” may not display. Disc display on this unit...

  • Page 61: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings DVD POWER Í DVD POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO SD/PC PAGE Numbered buttons AUDIO CANCEL VCR Plus+ CM SKIP ¢ CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3 DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU ENTER SUB MENU RETURN PROG/CHECK TV GUIDE DISPLAY...
  • Page 62 MPEG4 motion pictures at the selected mode while recording the program to HDD page 54, Approximate recording time when recording a MPEG4 title on Panasonic SD Memory Card). SD Card Capacity Set according to the capacity of the card you are using.
  • Page 63 Tabs Menus Search Audio & PLAY k1.3 Audio You may hear sound regardless of this setting with some discs. D. Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. Select MTS Select the audio recording type, main or secondary (SAP) audio when: –Recording or transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R.
  • Page 64 Changing the unit’s settings Tabs TV Type ( page 14) Screen 4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video Select how DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 standard aspect television. 4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM Select how DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 standard aspect television.

  • Page 65: Channel/Clock Settings When Tv Guide On Screen

    Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 61. Preparation: If the television program list 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 [X CH] and [W CH] on the main unit for about five seconds.

  • Page 66: Channel Captions

    Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen Refer to the control reference on page 61. 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. ≥You can set channel captions only after “Auto Channel Setting”...

  • Page 67: Specifications

    Specifications Recording system: DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM) DVD-Video format (DVD-R) Recordable discs: DVD-RAM : 12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB, 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB, 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB 12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0) 12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver.

  • Page 68: 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 69 Pan&Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fills the screen. Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the picture so the picture itself appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9. Playback control (PBC) If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus.

  • Page 70: Frequently Asked Questions

    ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television. ≥You can play them if the video standard is NTSC.
  • Page 71 TV Guide On Screen system ≥Yes. The TV Guide On Screen Does the TV Guide On Screen system work with analog and digital boxes. cable TV boxes? ≥Select “Change system settings” in “SETUP” in the Navigation menu of the TV Guide I have relocated, changed my television reception system or cable On Screen...

  • Page 72: Error Messages

    Error messages On the television Cannot finish recording completely. Cannot play. Cannot record on the disc. Please check the disc. Unable to format. Cannot play back on this DVD- Recorder. Cannot record. Disc is full. Cannot record. Maximum number of titles exceeded. Error has occurred.

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 80 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on page 78 if you reside in Canada.
  • Page 74 ≥A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. ≥The timer program is incorrect or different timer program times overlap. Correct the program.
  • Page 75 ≥You cannot high speed transfer (dub) to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other Panasonic DVD recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 hour) mode recording. ≥When recording or high speed transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, the sound of the disc...
  • Page 76 Troubleshooting guide TV Guide On Screen system (Continued) Cannot receive some channels displayed on the television program list. Some of off-air or cable channels are not listed on the television program list and even on the CHANNEL EDITOR screen. The program highlighted doesn’t match up with the video window on the TV screen.
  • Page 77 Play starts but then stops immediately. 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 (8H) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM.

  • Page 78: Product Service

    For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 80. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

  • Page 79: Maintenance/Hdd, Disc And Card Handling

    HDD to the SLEEP mode. ∫ 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.

  • Page 80: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    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@panasonic.com...

  • Page 81: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)

    5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

  • Page 82: Guía De Referencia Rápida En Español

    Guía de referencia rápida en español Conexión con un televisor y videograbadora Consulte la ilustración que aparece en la página 7 de la sección en idioma inglés. ≥Las conexiones del equipo descritas son ejemplos. ≥Antes de hacer la conexión, apague todos los equipos y lea los manuales de instrucciones apropiados.
  • Page 83 Preparación del sistema de guía de TV en pantalla Consulte la ilustración que aparece en la página 12 de la sección en idioma inglés. Después de enchufar la unidad en una toma de CA de casa y pulsar [Í DVD POWER] para encender la unidad por primera vez, ésta inicia la preparación del sistema de guía de TV en pantalla.

  • Page 84: Index

    ≥SD logo is a trademark. ≥Portions of this product are protected under copyright law and are provided under license by ARIS/SOLANA/4C. [For\U.S.A.] Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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