Panasonic Diga DMR-ES45 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic Diga DMR-ES45 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic diga dmr-es45: operating instruction
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and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
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Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No.
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:
If you have any questions contact
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
The warranty can be found on page 77.
La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 79–86.
DMR-ES45V
DMR-ES46V
1
1
2
ALL
4
RQTV0141
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Model No. DMR-ES46V 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”.
  • Page 2 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (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 (Inside of product)
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. (1) Read these instructions. (2) Keep these instructions. (3) Heed all warnings.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Television operation ....... . . 21 When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control .
  • Page 5: Accessories

    ∏ 1 Remote control (K2KZ2BA00001) (EUR7659Y70) ∏ 1 HDMI cable Product Registration Card (DMR-ES46V only) Please complete and return the included product (K1HA19DA0002) registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ ∏ 2 Batteries for the remote control R6 size RQTV0141...
  • Page 6: Disc And Card Information

    When playing a title recorded on both layers, video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers. ° You may not be able to use +R recorded on this unit in another Panasonic DVD recorder and vice versa. Once the disc is finalized, however, it can be played in the other unit.
  • Page 7: Play-Only Discs

    Play-only discs Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio Logo Indicated in these [DVD-V] [DVD-A] instructions with Instructions High quality High fidelity movie and music discs ≥Played on music discs this unit in 2 channels ° Play may be impossible on some DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format), CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording. ≥You can play still pictures (JPEG/TIFF), CD-DA, Video CD and MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW.
  • Page 8: Cards Usable On This Unit

    .JPG XXXX .TIF ≥Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity. CDPF or IMEXPORT ≥Please confirm the latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs (This site is in English XXXX .JPG XXXX .TIF only.) ≥If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other equipment, the time : Numbers spent for recording may become longer.
  • Page 9: Using Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw, +R, +R Dl And +Rw On This Unit

    ≥Either Main or SAP can be recorded for MTS broadcasts. ≥Playing the disc on other DVD players is not possible before finalizing. ° DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL and +RW are collectively referred to as “DVD-R, etc.” on this page.
  • Page 10: The Remote Control

    The remote control ∫ About batteries ≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. R6/LR6, AA Do not: ≥mix old and new batteries. ≥use different types at the same time. ≥heat or expose to flame.
  • Page 11: Video Cassette Information

    Video cassette information ∫ Video cassettes ≥Break off the video cassette’s tab to prevent accidental erasure. Cover the hole with a double layer of adhesive tape when you want to use the video cassette for recording again. ≥You can use video cassettes with the VHS and S-VHS marks, but the unit is unable to make full use of the characteristics of S-VHS video cassettes.
  • Page 12: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW ENTER SUB MENU CREATE (10) AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER (11) REC MODE STATUS (12) (13) RQTV0141 (14) ∫...
  • Page 13: Main Unit

    Main unit EJECT POWER IN 2 S VIDEO VIDEO /MONO AUDIO R (8) (9) (1) Cassette eject button (<, EJECT) ....l 24 (2) Disc tray open/close button (<, OPEN/CLOSE)..l 24 (3) Stop button (∫) .
  • Page 14: Step 1 Connection

    This section includes diagrams of two common methods of connection (A-B, pages 14 to 15). 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 doing any connection, turn off all the equipments and read the appropriate operating instructions.
  • Page 15: Connection With A Television And Cable Box Or Satellite Receiver

    Connection with a television and cable box or satellite receiver This unit’s rear panel To household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC IN AC power supply cord (Included) Connect only after all other connections are complete. Satellite antenna (Satellite receiver only) 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 ≠...
  • Page 16: To Enjoy Higher Picture Quality

    STEP 1 Connection To enjoy higher picture quality ∫ Connecting to the TV S VIDEO IN terminal S VIDEO OUT terminal The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) After completing “Connection with a television”...
  • Page 17: Connecting With An Hdmi (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Terminal

    DVI/HDMI switching cable. (Audio cannot be output.) Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control) If connecting with a Panasonic television equipped with the HDAVI Control function, you can use this convenient function to control both the recorder and the television.
  • Page 18: Step 2 Plug-In Auto Tuning

    STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT Numeric buttons INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE STATUS µ...
  • Page 19: Restart Plug-In Auto Tuning (After Relocation, For Example)

    ∫ If the clock is an hour slower or faster than the actual time Select “j1” or “i1” in “Adjust Time Zone” in the Setup menu (l 63). ∫ Restart Plug-in Auto Tuning (after relocation, for example) Signal source, RF output channel, channel caption revert to the default values when you perform the procedure below.
  • Page 20: Other Settings

    Other settings DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT RESET Numeric buttons CANCEL INPUT TIME SLIP / JET REW SELECT RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER Channel captions You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself.
  • Page 21: Television Operation

    Change the remote control code on the main unit and on the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. When changing the remote control code, make sure the two codes are same.
  • Page 22: Clock Settings

    Other settings DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE STATUS Clock Settings “Clock Settings” made here are applied to VHS as well. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS].
  • Page 23: Removing Interference

    Removing Interference Connection (without Audio/Video cable) only TV screen Picture with interference In some cases, interference (lines or patterning) or a very poor picture may appear on the TV when the DVD Recorder is connected. If this happens, follow the steps below to change the video playback channel (RF output channel) to remove the interference.
  • Page 24: Recording Television Programs

    Recording television programs DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP TIME SLIP / JET REW SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY REC MODE µ REC MODE , EJECT Inserting discs Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the tray.
  • Page 25: Recording Procedures

    Recording procedures [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] ≥You can record up to 99 titles on a disc. [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥You can record up to 49 titles on a disc. ≥It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording”...
  • Page 26: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times (Dvd)

    INPUT SELECT SLOW/SEARCH Note When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this PAUSE PLAY case use EP (6H) mode. CM SKIP FR (Flexible Recording mode l 29): ≥You can set FR mode when transferring (copying) or programming...
  • Page 27: Off Timer

    The following screen appears when you have not processed the disc for play on other equipment. Make compatible for playback on other DVD players ( Finalize ) Finalizing is necessary to enable playback of the disc on compatible DVD players.
  • Page 28: Playing Dvd While Recording Vhs

    Recording television programs DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE Playing DVD while recording VHS You can play discs while VHS recording. The recording will not be affected.
  • Page 29: Flexible Recording

    Flexible Recording (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] The unit calculates a recording rate that enables the recording to fit in the time you set (within the remaining time on the disc) with the best picture quality.
  • Page 30: Scheduled Recording

    Scheduled Recording DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE STATUS REC MODE Cautions for using scheduled recording on DVD and VHS ∫...
  • Page 31: Cancel Scheduled Recording That Has Already Begun

    ∫ Cancel scheduled recording that has already begun Preparation ≥Select the drive with the scheduled recording you want to cancel by pressing [DRIVE SELECT]. When unit is on Press [∫, STOP]. ≥Confirmation screen appears. Press [ ] to select “Stop Recording” and press [ENTER].
  • Page 32: Playing Discs

    Playing discs DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL RESET RESET :, 9 SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW TIME SLIP DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER AUDIO REC MODE Preparation ≥Turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to the unit.
  • Page 33: Skipping

    Skipping [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] [CD] During play or while paused Press [ , SKIP] or [ , SKIP]. ≥Each press increases the number of skips. Slow-motion play [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-A] (Motion picture parts only) [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] While paused Press [...
  • Page 34: Using Menus To Play Mp3 And Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)

    Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numeric buttons INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET :, 9 SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO...
  • Page 35: To Show Pictures Menu

    To show Pictures Menu [CD] [with MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)] Press [FUNCTIONS]. CD(MP3/JPEG) Select “Menu” with [ Menu Menu Program ] and press [ENTER]. Select “Pictures” with ] and press [ENTER]. [CD] [with still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) only] Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. ∫...
  • Page 36: Start Slideshow/Slideshow Settings

    Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) [CD] While the Picture View screen is displayed Press [ ] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER]. ASelected folder no./Total folder BYou cannot select folders that contain no compatible files. Press [ ] to select the folder and press [ENTER].
  • Page 37: Playing A Video Cassette

    Playing a video cassette DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í VOLUME DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE TRACKING/V-LOCK TRACKING/V-LOCK SELECT ADD/DLT DELETE INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE PLAY TIME SLIP / JET REW CM SKIP 6JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU...
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Playback Picture

    Playing a video cassette 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, [TRACKING/V-LOCK, Repeat until the noise disappears.
  • Page 39: Using On-Screen Menus/Functions Window And Status Messages

    Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messages Using on-screen menus DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE TRACKING/V-LOCK TRACKING/V-LOCK SELECT ADD/DLT DELETE INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE PLAY CM SKIP TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 1 ENTER SUB MENU...
  • Page 40: Video Menu-Change Picture Quality

    Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status messages 1 Video menu-Change picture quality [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] Picture To select the picture 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 41: Editing Titles/Chapters

    Editing titles/chapters DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE TRACKING/V-LOCK TRACKING/V-LOCK SELECT ADD/DLT DELETE INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PLAY CM SKIP TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU RETURN SUB MENU CREATE VCR/TV...
  • Page 42: Edit Title

    Editing titles/chapters DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET :, 9 SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE STATUS ∫ Edit Title You can perform various kinds of title editing.
  • Page 43: Divide Title

    1 Divide Title [RAM] ≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Edit Title”. You can divide a selected title into two. You must be careful when dividing a title because it cannot be recovered after the procedure. Select “Divide Title” DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title DVD-RAM with [ ] and press...
  • Page 44: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlist

    Creating, editing and playing playlist DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL INPUT SELECT RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER...
  • Page 45: Editing Playlists/Chapters

    Use [ ] to select a playlist and press [ENTER]. ≥Chapters are not displayed if you have not yet created a playlist with the disc. ≥You can also select a playlist from the Playlist View by entering a 2-digit number with the numeric buttons. [0] )[5] e.g.: “5”:...
  • Page 46: Change Thumbnail

    Creating, editing and playing playlist 1 Change Thumbnail ≥Follow steps 1 to 5 of “Edit”. You can change the image to be shown as a thumbnail picture in the Playlist View. Select “Change Thumbnail” with [ and press [ENTER]. Press [ , PLAY] to play.
  • Page 47: Editing Still Pictures

    Editing still pictures DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE TRACKING/V-LOCK TRACKING/V-LOCK SELECT Numeric ADD/DLT buttons DELETE INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE PLAY CM SKIP TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU RETURN...
  • Page 48: Print Order (Dpof)

    Editing still pictures DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE STATUS ∫ Print Order (DPOF) [SD] (Multiple editing is possible. l 47) ≥Follow steps 1 to 4 of “Editing still pictures”.
  • Page 49: Transferring (Copying)

    Transferring (Copying) Before transferring (copying) You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (copy) on the unit. You cannot transfer (copy) titles which have been treated to prevent copying. Direction From DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD- RW(DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or DVD-RAM, +RW or DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format)
  • Page 50: Transfer (Copying) From Vhs

    Do you want to finalize the disc after copying? ¥ , REC] "Finalize" the disc to enable it for playback on compatible DVD players. Note: titles cannot be added to finalized discs. , PLAY] on the main Press REC to start copying. The DVD will automatically be finalized after copying completes.
  • Page 51: Gui (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Copying)

    Start Copying ENTER Copying starts. ] to Note: After copying, the disc should be finalized for playback on compatible DVD players. Copy and finalize Copy only "Finalize" the disc to enable it for playback on compatible DVD players. Note: titles cannot be added to finalized disc.
  • Page 52: Transfer (Copying) From Dvd

    Transferring (Copying) Transfer (Copying) from DVD DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET :, 9 SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE STATUS...
  • Page 53: Gui (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Copying)

    ∫ GUI (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Copying) [RAM] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can transfer (copy) multiple titles or playlists recorded on a disc onto a tape in combination. ≥Available discs for transfer (copy) onto tape are [RAM] [-RW‹VR›]. ≥Since you cannot create playlists on +RW, you cannot copy those. [+RW] Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (e.g.
  • Page 54: Transfer (Copying) A Dvd-Video, Finalized Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R, Or +R Dl

    Transferring (Copying) To edit the transfer (copying) list Select the item in step 5 (4). (l 53) Select a desired item with [3, 4] and press [SUB MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select the operation and press [ENTER]. Clear All: Clear all items registered on the transfer (copying) list.
  • Page 55: Transfer (Copying) Still Picture

    Transfer (Copying) still picture DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE VOLUME TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE TRACKING/V-LOCK TRACKING/V-LOCK SELECT Numeric ADD/DLT buttons DELETE CANCEL INPUT SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE PLAY ∫ TIME SLIP / JET REW CM SKIP 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU...
  • Page 56 Transferring (Copying) Register still pictures for transfer (copying). ≥If you are going to transfer a registered list without making any changes to it, press [4], then skip to step 6. ≥You can register still pictures or still picture folders. ≥Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same list. ∫...
  • Page 57: Recording From An External Device

    IN 2 S VIDEO /MONO AUDIO R VIDEO (1) S-Video cable (not supplied) (2) Audio/Video cable (not supplied) A Yellow (VIDEO) B White (L) C Red (R) (3) DV cable (IEEE 1394 4-pin, not supplied) (4) External device (Playback equipment) Before connecting any cables, first make sure that the power for the unit and the external device are off.
  • Page 58: Entering Text

    Entering text DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numeric buttons INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET :, 9 SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE...
  • Page 59: Deleting Title Or Pictures

    Deleting title or pictures Preparation ≥Release protection (disc l 60, cartridge l 60, card l 60). [RAM] [SD] ≥Insert a disc or card. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive (DVD or SD). Selecting recorded titles or pictures to delete – Delete Navigator [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] ≥A title cannot be restored once it is deleted.
  • Page 60: Dvd And Card Management

    DVD and card Management DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT INPUT CANCEL SELECT RESET RESET SLOW/SEARCH SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE STATUS [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [SD] Preparation ≥Release protection (disc l right, cartridge l right, card l right).
  • Page 61: Deleting All Contents Of A Disc Or Card -Format

    +R DL on compatible DVD players by finalizing it on the unit, effectively making it into DVD-Video that complies with DVD-Video standards. The menu you create with the unit can also be used on DVD players. Select “Finalize” with [ Select “Yes” with [ Format Disc (DVD) Select “Start”...
  • Page 62: Enabling The Second Layer On Dl (Dual-Or Double-Layer On Single Side) Discs To Be Recordable-Close First Layer

    DVD and card Management DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU CREATE AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE µ...
  • Page 63: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings Common procedures Use the following procedure to change the settings if necessary. While stopped No Disc Press [FUNCTIONS]. Program Select “Other Functions” with [ Copy Other Functions and press [ENTER]. Select “Setup” with ] and press [ENTER].
  • Page 64 Changing the unit’s settings ≥ Underlined items are the factory default settings. ∫ Disc Settings for Playback Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. (“Entering a password (Ratings)” l 63) Ratings Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected) [8 No Limit]: All DVD-Video can be played.
  • Page 65 ≥ Underlined items are the factory default settings. ∫ Display Status Messages Choose whether to show status messages automatically or not. [Automatic] [Off] On-screen Language Choose the language for these menus and the on-screen messages. [English] [Español] [Français] Blue Background Select whether to show the blue background, normally shown when TV reception is poor.
  • Page 66: Changing The Speaker Setting To Suit Your Speakers

    Changing the unit’s settings Changing the speaker setting to suit your speakers Change the speaker setting to suit your speakers Center Front (L) Complete Complete (LS) Surround To set the speaker presence and size (a) Press [ ] to select the speaker icon (a) and press [ENTER].
  • Page 67: Messages

    Messages On the unit’s display ≥An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Check the (“ ” stands for a number.) items in the “Error messages” section and the “Troubleshooting guide”. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, follow the Reset procedure described below.
  • Page 68: Frequently Asked Questions

    - You may not be able to play and record discs on this unit after recording them on other Panasonic - You may not be able to play and record discs on other equipment after recording them on this unit.
  • Page 69: Troubleshooting Guide

    ≥Periodic interruptions to reception due to satellite broadcasting breaks. ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.) ≥The unit freezes due to the activation of one of its safety devices. (Press and hold [Í/I, POWER] on the main unit for 10 seconds.) Power ≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC outlet.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting guide Picture ≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It can TV reception worsens after connecting the unit. be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. ≥Make sure that the TV is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT terminal, The images from the unit do not appear on the TV.
  • Page 71 DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, +RW may be disabled. ≥A DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, +RW recorded on the unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. ≥The material you are trying to record is copy-protected.
  • Page 72 ≥You tried to play a +RW that needs to be finalized on the equipment used for recording. immediately. ≥When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use EP (6H) mode.
  • Page 73 Still pictures ≥This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy. Cannot display Direct Navigator screen. Cannot edit or format a card. ≥Release the card’s protection setting. (With some cards, the “Write Protection Off” message sometimes appears on the screen even when protection has been set.) ≥The card format is not compatible with the unit.
  • Page 74: Product Service

    Product Service 1. Damage requiring service — The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance;...
  • Page 75: Specifications

    Specifications (common to DMR-ES45V and DMR-ES46V) Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption: Approx. 29 W Standby mode: (Display ON) Approx. 3.2 W (Display OFF) Approx. 3.0 W Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 Ver. 2.1/3X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver.
  • Page 76: Glossary

    Glossary Bitstream This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by a decoder. CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) A copy protection system used for DVD-Audio files. This unit supports CPPM.
  • Page 77: 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 78 MEMO RQTV0141...
  • Page 79: Referencia Rápida En Español

    Instalación básica ≥Antes de hacer la conexión, apague todos los equipos y lea los manuales de instrucciones apropiados. ≥El equipo periférico y los cables opcionales se venden por separado a menos que se indique lo contrario. Para su referencia ≥Las conexiones del equipo descritas son ejemplos. ≥El equipo periférico y los cables opcionales se venden por separado a menos que se indique lo contrario.
  • Page 80 Instalación básica DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Botones numéricos CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP STOP PAUSE PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER ENTER SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY CHAPTER REC MODE REC MODE µ...
  • Page 81 Grabación de programas de televisión Insertar discos Pulse [<, OPEN/CLOSE] en la unidad principal para abrir la bandeja. ≥Puede insertar un disco de cartucho o sin cartucho. Pulse [<, OPEN/CLOSE] en la unidad principal para cerrar la bandeja. ≥Si inserta un DVD-RAM con la lengüeta de protección contra la escritura ajustada en “PROTECT”, la reproducción inicia automáticamente.
  • Page 82 Grabación de programas de televisión DVD/VHS POWER POWER DRIVE TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW DIRECT ENTER ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY AUDIO REC MODE µ ∫ Modos de grabación y tiempos de grabación aproximados (DVD) Dependiendo del contenido que está...
  • Page 83 Reproducir DVD mientras graba VHS Puede reproducir discos mientras graba VHS. La grabación no quedará afectada. ≥Reproducción DVD (l 84) Para su referencia ≥No puede grabar en discos mientras graba VHS. Reproducir VHS mientras graba DVD Puede reproducir cintas mientras graba DVD. La grabación no quedará...
  • Page 84 Reproducir discos DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT Botones numéricos CANCEL RESET RESET :, 9 SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW TIME SLIP DIRECT ENTER NAVIGATOR SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY AUDIO REC MODE Preparación ≥Encienda el televisor y seleccione la apropiada entrada de vídeo para adaptar las conexiones a la unidad.
  • Page 85 Salto [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] [CD] Durante la reproducción o mientras está en pausa Pulse [ , SKIP] o [ , SKIP]. ≥Cada pulsación aumenta el número de saltos. Reproducción de cámara lenta [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-A] (Partes de imagen móvil solamente) [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Durante la pausa...
  • Page 86 Reproducción de un videocasete DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT DRIVE SELECT CANCEL RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ STOP PAUSE TIME SLIP / JET REW 6JET REW ENTER ENTER SUB MENU AUDIO DISPLAY REC MODE Avance rápido/Rebobinado Durante la parada Pulse [6] (atrás)/[5] (en avance).
  • Page 87: Index

    Index Angle ... 39 Antenna System... 19 Audio attributes ... 39 channel ... 39 language ... 64 playback... 33 receiving, recording... 27 Auto Bilingual Choice... 27 Auto SP/EP mode... 31 Change Thumbnail... 42 Channel adding, deleting... 19 audio ... 39 captions...
  • Page 88 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com...

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