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Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
DMR-EH65
Model No.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EC
Region number supported by
this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players
and DVD-Video according to where they are
sold.
≥The region number of this unit is "2".
≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with
labels containing "2" or "ALL".
Example:
2
ALL
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum
performance and safety, please read these
instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the
following countries:
Austria/Belgium/France/Germany/Italy/
Netherlands/Spain/Switzerland
(As of end of February 2006)
≥This service may not be available in some
areas in the above countries.
≥There may be changes in the service areas.
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
≥The region number of this unit is “2”. ≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing “2” or “ALL”. Example: Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. - Page 2 SUOMI CAUTION! VAROITUS! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE. RADIATION EXPOSURE.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Editing HDD, disc and card information ....4 Editing titles/chapters ......44 Important notes for recording . -
Page 4: Hdd, Disc And Card Information
HDD, disc and card information HDD and discs you can use for recording and play DVD-RAM Hard disk drive (HDD) ≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm Disc type ≥250 GB ≥2.8 GB, 8 cm Logo – Indicated in these [HDD] [RAM] instructions by DVD Video Recording format This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit television broadcasts and so on. -
Page 5: Hdd And Discs You Can Use For Recording And Play
For further information (➡ 8, Important notes for recording) §5 +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. §6 You can play 8X recording speed discs recorded on another equipment. -
Page 6: Discs That Cannot Be Played
HDD, disc and card information Play-only discs (12 cm/8 cm) Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) Logo Indicated in [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] these instructions by Instructions High quality movie and music discs High fidelity music DVD-RW recorded on another DVD Recorder discs ≥You can play programmes that allow “One time only recording”... -
Page 7: Cards You Can Use On This Unit
≥You can set the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) for automatic printing on your home printer or at a photo developing store (➡ 49, 80). ≥MPEG2 moving pictures shot with a Panasonic SD Video camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or DVD-RAM. (➡ 55) ≥MPEG2 moving pictures cannot be played directly from the SD card. -
Page 8: Important Notes For Recording
Important notes for recording [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] When recording a Both main and secondary audio can be recorded. Select the main or secondary audio before bilingual programme You can change the audio during playback. recording (➡ 36, Changing audio during play) (➡... -
Page 9: Hdd (Hard Disk Drive) Handling Care
∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component). -
Page 10: Disc And Card Handling
Disc and card handling ∫ How to hold a disc or card ∫ Handling precautions ≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.) ≥Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt pen. -
Page 11: Included Accessories
Included accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of March 2006. These may be subject to change.) ∏ ∏ ∏ ∏ ∏ (EUR7659Y60) 1 Remote control 1 AC mains lead 2 RF coaxial cables 2 Batteries 1 Audio/video ≥For use with this unit only. -
Page 12: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on (➡ 18) 2 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) (➡ 24, 34, 40) 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4 Cancel 5 Basic operations for recording and play 6 Show programme information in the GUIDE Plus+ system... -
Page 13: Main Unit
Main unit DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT k1.3 EXT LINK S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- DV IN < > Opening the front panel Press down on the part with your finger 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➡ 18) 9 Open/close disc tray (➡ 24, 34) : Select drive (➡... -
Page 14: Step 1 Connection
STEP Connection Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables Use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables only when you make connections to the unit through its RF IN and RF OUT terminals. Striping may appear and disrupt images on the TV if you use different cables for connection. Using a 21-pin Scart cable ≥You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television (➡... - Page 15 Connecting a television and digital/satellite receiver or decoder To the aerial Television’s rear panel To household mains socket Aerial (AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz) VHF/UHF cable RF IN Connecting a terminal other than the 21-pin Scart terminal (➡ 16, 17) AC mains lead RF coaxial RF coaxial...
- Page 16 STEP 1 Connection Other connections Connecting a television with AUDIO/VIDEO or Connecting a VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO or S VIDEO terminals S VIDEO terminals The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO VIDEO OUT terminal.
- Page 17 ≥Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). Regarding HDAVI Control function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver (amplifier) equipped with the HDAVI Control function, linked operations would be possible. (➡ 59, Linked operations with the TV [Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control )/Q Link]) ≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
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Page 18: Step 2 Channel Reception Settings And Tv Aspect Settings
STEP Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings ≥If the Country setting menu appears on the television. Country België Deutschland Belgique Österreich Belgien Portugal Danmark Suomi España Sverige Schweiz France Suisse Italia Svizzera SELECT Í DVD Í Nederland Others Í Norge ENTER RETURN... -
Page 19: Guide Plus+ System Settings
GUIDE Plus+ system settings Regarding the GUIDE Plus+ system One of the following screens will appear Confirm the message on the screen. The GUIDE Plus+ system provides programme information from the host station displayed on the television like a TV programme magazine. -
Page 20: Guide Plus+ Data Download
GUIDE Plus+ system settings Refer to the control reference on page 18. Editing programme lists GUIDE Plus+ data download The GUIDE Plus+ data is transmitted from the Host Channel (the Press [GUIDE]. television station transmitting the television programme list) several times a day. -
Page 21: Changing The Settings
Host Channel Changing the settings It is not possible to receive GUIDE Plus+ data in all countries You can change the basic settings for your GUIDE Plus+ list. (➡ below). Press [GUIDE]. Check whether the right Host Channel has been input. Press [SUB MENU]. -
Page 22: Set Up To Match Your Television And Remote Control
Set up to match your television and remote control Press [3, 4] to select “Connection” and press [1]. TV operation Í Í buttons Setup VOLUME VOLUME TV Aspect DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Progressive TV System Tuning PAGE PAGE HDMI Settings Disc Numbered AV1 Output... -
Page 23: Television Operation
Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote television channel and change the television volume. control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. Use “DVD 1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances. -
Page 24: Recording Television Programmes
Recording television programmes Press [W X CH] to select the channel. DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT k1.3 EXT LINK S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- DV IN To select with the numbered buttons: ∫ [0] ➡ [5] e.g., Í Í [1] ➡... -
Page 25: Disc Insertion/Ejection
Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.) DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-RW §3 §3 DVD-R DL +R DL Double- Recording Mode Single-sided (250 GB) (8.5 GB) -
Page 26: To Specify A Time To Stop Recording-One Touch Recording
Recording television programmes Recording settings for High Speed Copy DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT k1.3 When copying in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, ∫ ¥ REC DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW after you DRIVE have recorded to the HDD SELECT If copying a title using the high speed mode to a DVD-R, etc., set “Rec for High Speed Copy”... -
Page 27: Flexible Recording
Flexible Recording When you want to start recording Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Start” (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) and press [ENTER]. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording ≥Recording starts. -
Page 28: Timer Recording
Timer recording Using the GUIDE Plus+ system to make timer recordings You can perform timer recordings by simply selecting the desired DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT k1.3 EXT LINK programme from the television programme list. S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- DV IN ∫... -
Page 29: Operations In The Guide Plus+ System
Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system Basic operations Selecting the programme from the desired category Press [GUIDE] to switch between Landscape view and The Programme Type function lets you display a GUIDE Plus+ list sorted by main category (e.g. Movies, Sport). Each main category Portrait view. -
Page 30: How View
Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 28. Manually programming timer Using S number to make timer recordings recordings Press [PROG/CHECK]. Entering S numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers or magazines. Timer 1:58 SP Remain... -
Page 31: To Cancel Recording When Recording Has Already Begun
To cancel recording when recording Check, change or delete a programme has already begun ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. While the unit is on Press [PROG/CHECK]. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive and press [∫]. -
Page 32: Relief Recording
Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 28. Auto Renewal Recording Relief Recording [HDD] If you record a programme onto HDD repeatedly everyday or every When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough week using timer recording, the unit will record the new programme remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD”. -
Page 33: Recording Broadcasts From An External Equipment
Recording broadcasts from an external equipment [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Linked timer recordings with external equipment (digital/satellite receiver) — See also “Important notes for recording” (➡ 8). EXT LINK To record programmes from digital/satellite receiver using timer Making timer recordings on the programming television (e.g., of digital broadcasts) -
Page 34: Playing Recorded Video Contents/Playing Play-Only Discs
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play— Direct Navigator [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] DRIVE 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. OPEN/CLOSE SELECT k1.3 ≥Thumbnail Display ≥Table Display ∫ Í DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View VIDEO... -
Page 35: 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 press [ENTER]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. [VCD] Press the numbered buttons to select the item. [0] ➡... -
Page 36: Changing Audio During Play
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 34. Operations during play (continued) Slow-motion While paused, press [6] or [5]. The speed increases up to 5 steps. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] ≥[VCD] Forward direction [5] only. -
Page 37: Playing Divx Discs, Mp3 Discs And Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Regarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) [-R] [CD] DivX ≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended [-R] [CD] Playable formats) and Joliet discs ≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of the File DivX disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions. -
Page 38: Selecting File Type To Play
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Playing DivX discs [-R] [CD] Í DVD Í Í You can play DVD-R and CD-R/CD-RW discs which contain DivX VOLUME VOLUME video contents that have been recorded on a computer. DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT... -
Page 39: Playing Mp3 Discs
Regarding DivX VOD content Playing MP3 discs DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright [-R] [CD] protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first You can play DVD-R and CD-R/CD-RW discs which contain MP3 need to register the unit. -
Page 40: Playing Still Pictures
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Refer to the control reference on page 38. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the Playing still pictures album and press [ENTER]. e.g., HDD DIRECT NAVIGATOR Picture (JPEG) View VIDEO PICTURE [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [CD] [SD] Album Name 103__DVD... -
Page 41: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play
Useful functions during still picture play Start Slide Show You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. [HDD] [RAM] [SD] Slide Show Setting While the Album View screen is displayed Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the album. 2 Press [1] (PLAY). -
Page 42: Using On-Screen Menus/Status Message
Using on-screen menus/Status message Disc menu—Setting the disc content § Soundtrack Í Í [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] VOLUME VOLUME The disc’s audio attributes appear. DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT [DVD-V] [DVD-A] PAGE PAGE Select the audio and language (➡ below, Audio attribute, Language). -
Page 43: Status Messages
Play menu—Change the play sequence Sound menu—Change the sound effect This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that V.S.S. can be selected will differ. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] Repeat Play... -
Page 44: Editing Titles/Chapters
Editing titles/chapters Í Í VOLUME VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT During play or while stopped DRIVE SELECT Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. PAGE PAGE [HDD] [RAM] Press the “Red” button to select ShowView ShowView “VIDEO”. DELETE DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SLOW/SEARCH Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title. -
Page 45: Title Operations
Title operations After performing steps 1–5 (➡ 44) § Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. Delete ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] ≥The available recording space on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase when you delete titles. [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] ≥Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +RW increases only when the last recorded title is deleted. -
Page 46: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists
Creating, editing and playing playlists Í Press [3, 4] to select “Playlists” and VOLUME VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT press [ENTER]. PAGE PAGE Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Create” ShowView ShowView and press [ENTER]. DELETE DELETE INPUT SELECT SKIP... -
Page 47: Editing And Playing Playlists/Chapters
Editing and playing playlists/chapters Playlist operations [HDD] [RAM] After performing steps 1–5 (➡ left) [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) § Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press Delete [ENTER]. While stopped [HDD] [RAM] Once deleted, the playlists are lost and Press [FUNCTIONS]. cannot be restored. -
Page 48: Editing Still Pictures
Editing still pictures Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [RAM] Press the “Green” button to select “PICTURE”. Í Í Editing an album: VOLUME VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE Select the album to be edited and press SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT [SUB MENU]. PAGE PAGE ≥When you want to create an album using “Create Album”, press [SUB MENU] without selecting album. -
Page 49: Album And Picture Operation
Album and picture operation After performing steps 1–4, page 48 Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. § Delete Picture ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before § Delete Album proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥When deleting an album, files other than the still picture files inside the album will also be deleted. -
Page 50: Delete Navigator
Delete Navigator Using the DELETE Navigator to delete Í Í While stopped VOLUME VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE Press [FUNCTIONS]. SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT PAGE PAGE Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. ShowView ShowView DELETE Navigator Title View VIDEO PICTURE - - - DELETE... -
Page 51: Copying Titles Or Playlists
Copying titles or playlists Copy Advanced Copy Easy copying from HDD to DVD with no difficult Make a copy list and then copy. Features You can set the unit to copy titles or playlists in the settings. way you want. HDD ➝... -
Page 52: Copy
Copying titles or playlists VOLUME DRIVE SELECT Press [3, 4] to select the title you PAGE PAGE want to copy and press [ENTER]. Numbered buttons ShowView ShowView To show other pages DELETE DELETE Press [:, 9] to show other pages. INPUT SELECT SKIP... -
Page 53: Copying Using The Copying List-Advanced Copy
Register titles and playlists for copy. Copying using the copying list– ≥If you are going to copy a registered list without making any Advanced Copy changes to it (➡ step 7). [HDD] ,-. [RAM] [+RW] 1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List” and press [1]. [-RW‹VR›] >... -
Page 54: To Edit The Copying List
Copying titles or playlists ∫ To edit the copying list (Continued) Delete All Select the item in step 6–4 (➡ 53, right column) Refer to the control reference on page 52. 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the operation and press Delete ∫... -
Page 55: Copying A Finalized Dvd-R, Dvd-R Dl, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R And +R Dl
Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 format, which have been ≥Setting the copying time taken by a Panasonic SD Video Camera, digital video camera etc, can be stored on HDD or DVD-RAM. 3 Press [3, 4] to select “On” and press [ENTER]. -
Page 56: Copying Still Pictures
Copying still pictures Register still pictures for copy. ≥If you are going to copy a registered list without making any Í Í changes to it (➡ step 7). VOLUME VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT You can register still pictures or still picture folders. DRIVE ≥Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same PAGE... -
Page 57: Copying All The Still Pictures On A Card-Copy All Pictures
Copying all the still pictures on a card— To show other pages Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press Copy All Pictures [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages. [SD] > [HDD] or [RAM] Multiple editing Preparation Select with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [;]. -
Page 58: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder
Copying from a video cassette recorder VOLUME VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE When you want to start recording SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT Press [¥ REC]. PAGE PAGE Recording starts. ShowView ShowView To skip unwanted parts Press [;] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.) DELETE DELETE INPUT... -
Page 59: Linked Operations With The Tv [Control With Hdmi (Hdavi Control Tm )/Q Link]
–when copying –when finalizing –during Preset Download, Auto-Setup, Auto Clock Setting, Child Lock and Manual Tuning ≥When this unit is connected to an HDAVI Control compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable, the receiver will also turn off. Direct TV Recording This function allows you to immediately start recording the programme that you are viewing on the TV without having to change the channels on this unit. -
Page 60: Hdd, Disc And Card Management
HDD, disc and card management Setting the protection [RAM] Í Í VOLUME VOLUME Preparation DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT DRIVE SELECT ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. PAGE PAGE After performing steps 1–3 (➡ left) ShowView ShowView Press [3, 4] to select “Disc DELETE DELETE INPUT... -
Page 61: Deleting All Titles And Playlists-Delete All Titles
Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete Deleting all the contents of a disc or all titles card—Format [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] [+R] [+R]DL] (New disc only) Preparation Preparation ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. -
Page 62: Selecting The Background Style-Top Menu
≥You cannot finalize discs recorded on other manufacturer’s Menu first–Auto-Play Select equipment. ≥If you finalize discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be displayed. -
Page 63: Entering Text
Entering text VOLUME DRIVE SELECT Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a PAGE PAGE Numbered character and press [ENTER]. buttons Repeat this step to enter other characters. ShowView ShowView ≥To delete a character DELETE DELETE ¢ INPUT SELECT Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the character in the name field SKIP SKIP SLOW/SEARCH... -
Page 64: Functions Window
FUNCTIONS window By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. While stopped Í Í Press [FUNCTIONS]. VOLUME VOLUME DRIVE DRIVE SELECT SELECT Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of PAGE PAGE disc. -
Page 65: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Common procedures While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT EXT LINK k1.3 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- DV IN ∫ and press [ENTER]. < OPEN/CLOSE Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and press [ENTER]. -
Page 66: Summary Of Settings
Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Refer to the control reference on page 65. Summary of settings The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Tuning Manual (➡ 69) Auto-Setup Restart (➡... - Page 67 Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) ≥On Sound ≥Off Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. ≥M 1 Bilingual Audio Selection ≥M 2 Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type when: You cannot select the audio on this unit when recording from an –Recording or copying to a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-...
- Page 68 Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 65. Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Connection HDMI Settings ≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings. (continued) ≥576i/480i HDMI Video Format ≥576p/480p You can only select items compatible with the connected ≥720p equipment.
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Page 69: Tuning
Tuning ∫ To change the tuning settings for individual programme position While stopped Press [3, 4, 2, 1] Press [FUNCTIONS]. Manual Name Tuning Channel to select a Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” Fine Tuning Auto Video System Auto programme position Audio Mode and press [ENTER]. -
Page 70: Tv System
Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 65. TV System Restart set up Change the setting to match the equipment you are connecting with, You can restart auto channel setting if set up (➡ 18) fails for some reason. or to match the title when there are both PAL and NTSC titles on the After performing steps 1–4 (➡... -
Page 71: Manual Clock Setting
Manual Clock Setting Usually, the unit’s setup function (➡ 18) automatically adjusts the clock to correct time. Under some reception conditions, however, the unit cannot set the clock automatically. In this case, follow the operation steps below to manually set the clock. ≥In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes. -
Page 72: Messages
(red, white), optical digital cable or the 21-pin Scart cable to the corresponding terminals. § Only when this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) ≥[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW] Create space by deleting any unnecessary titles. Cannot record. Disc is full. 45, 50, [Even if you delete recorded content from the DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL there is Cannot record. - Page 73 § optical digital cable or the 21-pin Scart cable to the corresponding terminals. § Only when this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) ≥You cannot delete items on this disc. NoERAS — The disc may be damaged. Use a new disc.
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Page 74: Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a CRT television or a multi system television using PAL mode that is compatible with progressive scan, we cannot recommend progressive output as some flickering can occur. ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p input terminals Is my television progressive output —... - Page 75 GUIDE Plus+ ≥The data rate, at which GUIDE Plus+ is sent, is limited. Depending on the country, signal Why is the GUIDE Plus+ system only — quality and number of channels received, the time until the GUIDE Plus+ system is ready available after approx.
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Page 76: Troubleshooting Guide
≥Regular disc rotating sounds. ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a ≥Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions. Panasonic disc.) ≥Image disturbance during search. ≥The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated. - Page 77 Sound Page ≥Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the No sound. 14–16, amplifier if you have connected one. Low volume. ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. Distorted sound. ≥Turn off V.S.S. in the following cases. Cannot hear the desired audio –When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs.
- Page 78 ≥It takes longer than normal to copy many titles. — ≥You cannot high speed copy to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other Panasonic — DVD Recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 Hours) mode recording.
- Page 79 ≥You may be able to copy a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to DVD-RAM — using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection. ≥When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8 Hours)” mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM.
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Page 80: Glossary
Troubleshooting guide GUIDE Plus+ ≥Check whether GUIDE Plus+ system setup was performed in full. The GUIDE Plus+ System does 19–21 not receive any data. The GUIDE Plus+ system data is updated several times each day. When the unit is first connected, the GUIDE Plus+ system is not yet ready to receive data. - Page 81 However, finalized DVD-RW can be formatted to Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. become recordable. Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p Folder input terminals are progressive compatible. This is a place on the hard disk or memory card where groups of Protection data are stored together.
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Page 82: Specifications
Specifications Recording system DVD-RAM : DVD Video Recording format Video DVD-R : DVD-Video format Video system: DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) : DVD-Video format SECAM (only input)/PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields DVD-RW : DVD-Video format NTSC colour signal, 525 lines, 60 fields Recording system: MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR) +R DL (Double Layer) -
Page 83: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions Placement Foreign matter Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These shock or malfunction. conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby Do not let liquids get into the unit. -
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