Panasonic Diga DMR-EZ45VEBS Operating Instructions Manual

Read the operating instructions, the safety precautions, and the information on setting up the unit on page 3 thoroughly before you connect, operate or adjust any settings on the unit.

Trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)

Declaration of Conformity No.3957, 12 January 2006

This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not pay TV or encrypted channels.

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-EZ45VEBS

Operating Instructions

PAL NTSC

Table of contents

Page Page Page

Safety Precautions 3 Changing the audio channel 27 Change Profile 42

Subtitles 27 Automatic SP/LP switching during a VHS Information about the unit 4 recording 42 Licence information 4 Playback (VHS) 28-29 Checking or changing Timer Recordings 43

Preparation 28 Timer Off/On 43 Before you start 5 Playing a video cassette 28 Delete 43 Included accessories 5 Repeat playback 28 Stop Recording 43 Inserting batteries 5 Stopping playback 28 Drive Space 43 Sales and Support Information 5 Pausing playback 28

Slow-motion playback, Frame playback 28 Delete (DELETE Navigator) 44 Remote Control 6-7 Forwards or backwards search 28

Fast forward / Jet rewind 28 Copy 45-47 Front Panel, Display 8 JET REW; VHS Index Search System (VISS) 28 Copy pictures 45

S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) 29 Copying with a copy list 46 Rear Panel 9 Manual tracking 29 Time-triggered copying 47

Automatic tracking 29 Connections 10-18 Handling video cassettes 29 COPYING (front of unit) 48 Connecting to a television only 10 Write-protecting cassettes 29 Auto-Setup 11 Cleaning video heads 29 TV Guide 49-51 DVB Auto Setup (Tuning digital channels) 11 Landscape view 49 Auto-Setup (Tuning analogue channels) 11 Recording 30-32 Portrait view 50 Owner ID 11 Before recording 30 Prog. Type Display according to topic areas 50 Connecting to a television and Disc Protection, CPRM 30 Display according to Category 50 satellite receiver 12-13 Formatting, For recording 30 Programming the Timer in the TV Guide 51 Auto-Setup 13 Record 31 Deleting a Timer programming 51 Connection with HDMI cable 14-15 Pause the recording 31 Stopping a current Timer Recording 51 Connection to COMPONENT VIDEO terminal16-17 DVD recording of TV programmes 31 Automatic title transfer 51 Connection with Video cable or S Video cable 18 Changing the recording mode 31

VHS recording of TV programmes 31 VIDEO Plus+ Record 52 External units 19 Connecting a digital amplifier 19 Specifying a time as the recording duration 32 Timer Recording via external units 53 Connecting an analogue amplifier 19 DVD playback during recording 32 Connection to AV3 (e.g. camcoder) 19 Direct TV recording 32 Playlists 54-56 Connection to DV input 19 Recording from an external unit, e.g. a camera 32 Creating a playlist 54

Selecting the sound track to record for Launching the Playlists menu 55

Status displays 20 programmes with dual-channel sound 32 Editing playlists in the SUB MENU 55 Banner 21 Recording in dual-channel audio 32 Editing chapters in the SUB MENU 56 Digital Text 21

FUNCTIONS 33-69 Copy All Pictures 57 Disc formats 22-23 Notes on the menus 33

Playback and recording discs 22 Entering text / Symbols 34 Flexible Rec (FR) 58 Playback discs 23 Handling discs 23 DIRECT NAVIGATOR 35-37 DV Auto Rec 58

Overview of DIRECT NAVIGATOR 35 SD Card 24 Delete 35 Setup 59-67

Properties 35 Tuning 59-61 Playback (DVD) 25-27 Album View 35 Disc 61 Preparation 25 Enter Name 36 List of language codes 61 Playback 25 Set up Protection/ Cancel Protection 36 Picture 62 Playback of a selected title 25 Partial Delete 36 Sound 63 Playback starts automatically 25 Change Thumbnail 36 Display 63 Selecting programmes/titles for playback 25 Divide Title 36 Connection 64 Auto finalize 25 Editing chapters in the SUB MENU 37 HDMI 65 Pausing playback 26 Delete Chapter 37 VHS 65 Stopping playback 26 Create Chapter 37 Others 66-67 Saving the playback position 26 Combine Chapters 37 Slow-motion playback 26 Title View 37 DVD Management 68-69 Fast forward/rewind 26 Dividing a recording into chapters 26 Picture Playback 38-41 Card Management 69 Skipping 26 JPEG/TIFF playback of DVD-RAM/SD 38-40 MANUAL SKIP 26 JPEG/TIFF playback of CD/DVD-R 41 Picture and sound settings 70-71 Frame playback 26 If you need help 72-76 TIME SLIP 27 MP3 playback 41 What can I do with which disc? 77 Delayed playback 27 Folder structure JPEG/MP3/SD Card 78 Quick View (Play/x1.3) 27 Timer Recording 42-43 Specifications 79 Simultaneous recording and playback 27 Manual programming 42 Index last page

Timer Recording with the television set 31

Important Safety Warnings

The moulded three pin mains plug is supplied for your safety and convenience and must NOT be cut off.

Safety Precautions

A 5 amp fuse is fitted in the mains plug. If the fuse has to be replaced, it must be of the same rating and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

To replace the fuse, open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver as shown and replace the fuse and the cover securely.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service engineer only.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Do not insert metal object into the slots or openings of the unit.

This unit is not disconnected from a.c. mains while it remains connected to a live mains outlet, even if it has been turned off.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.

Caution

Avoid exposing the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources.

Avoid sudden change in temperature or humidity, dew or condensation may form, causing malfunction.

Dispose of batteries in accordance with the instructions given in this book.

Place the unit on a flat, stable surface. Do not place heavy object on top of the unit.

Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast materials may infringe copyright laws.

This unit is designed for indoor use only.

Do not use in area with strong magnetic fields, e.g. near transmitting antenna.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure the unit is well ventilated. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, ensure that curtains and any other materials do not obstruct the ventilation vents.

Do not obstruct the unit's ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.

Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner.

This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open covers and do not repair by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

Back of product, see page 9

Care and Maintenance

The cabinet can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, disconnect from mains before cleaning. Do not use detergent or solution containing benzol or petroleum.

If you see this symbol, read page 4.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Fuse cover

Fuse (5 ampere)

Inside of product

DV interface

You can connect your digital camcorder directly to this unit via the DV IN connection. This way it’s easy to copy your movies.

Licence information

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

MP3 or MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 is a file compression format used for digital audio files. It provides files of an extremely small size and may cause a consequential loss of quality. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

Sound system used in cinemas or movie theaters all over the world. "DTS"

and "DTS 2.0 + Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Dolby Digital

Method of encoding digital signals. The signals are very much compressed in the process to enable recordings of large volumes of data. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Information about the unit

DVB-T

This unit is a DVD Recorder with integrated tuner. You can receive and record both analog and terrestrial digital channels (DVB-T) without an additional reception unit (Set Top Box)

GUIDE

The TV Guide gives you a preview of the TV programmes for the next 7 days from your digital stations. Simply select each programme to store it for Timer programming.

The HDMI connection makes it easy to connect up your multimedia units. One single cable transmits both digital video data and digital audio data. HDMI is the world's first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

-If you see this symbol-

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Schreibschutz Aus

FUNCTIONS

DVD-RAM

ENTER RETURN

Playback

Delete

To Others

Recording

Copy

Disc Protection Off

TV Guide

Playlists Flexible Rec DV Auto Rec

Setup DVD Management

VIDEO Plus+ Record

ENTER

Menu FUNCTIONS

Press FUNCTIONS on the remote to start the FUNCTIONS menu.

Select the unit menu with the navigation buttons and ENTER.

Press RETURN to leave the menu.

HDAVI Control

is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

SD Logo is a trademark.

miniSD is a trademark of SD Card Association.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

Before you start

Dear customer

Thank you for your trust and your decision to purchase this top-quality unit. Panasonic is one of the leading manufacturers of entertainment electronics units. We are sure that you will be completely satisfied with this unit.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

AC mains lead

RJA0044-3C or K2CT3CA00004

Remote Control

EUR7659YN0

Included Accessories

Audio/Video cable

K2KA6BA00003

RF coaxial cable (grey)

K1TWACA00001

Batteries for Remote Control

AA, UM3 or R6

R6/LR6, AA

Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).

Or go online through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk

Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

All enquiries, transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

It couldn´t be simpler!

Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

Customer Care Centre

For customers within the UK:

08705 357357

Visit our website for product information: www.panasonic.co.uk

E-mail:

customer.care@panasonic.co.uk

Sales and Support Information

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Use numbers when asking for replacement parts.

(Product numbers correct as of March 2006. These may be subject to change.)

Guarantee Card

Operating Instructions

Quick Setup Guide

Reference Guide

Inserting batteries

The batteries last for about a year, depending on how often you use the remote control unit.

Do not mix old with new batteries, or batteries of different types.

Only use batteries without any harmful substances (lead, cadmium, mercury).

Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Remove the batteries if the remote control unit will remain unused for longer periods of time.

Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries. Immediately remove used-up batteries and replace with batteries of type AA, UM3 or R6.

Be sure to put in the batteries the right way round + and -.

Dispose of batteries, packaging material and the unit according to statutory regulations. They must not be thrown into the household refuse.

DVD/VHS

VOLUME

VIDEO Plus+

DELETE

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

STOP

PAUSE

PLAY

SUB MENU

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

MANUAL SKIP

REC

REC MODE

STTL

TEXT

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LINK

TIME SLIP

DISPLAY

DVD/TV

ENTER OK

DRIVE SELECT

TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE

INPUT

SELECT

PROG/CHECK

REW

RESET

JET REW

Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee? Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee

RF coaxial cables (black)

K1TWACC00001

Remote Control

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection

Others

Remote Control

Clock Owner ID

DVD 1

System Update

VHS

Initialize

TAB

SELECT

DVD 1

Remote Control

DVD 2 DVD 3

Remote control signal sensor

7 m

ENTER

RETURN

SELECT

Trademark Code

Panasonic 01-04,45 AIWA 35 AKAI 27,30 BLAUPUNKT 09 BRANDT 10,15 BUSH 05,06 CURTIS 31 DESMET 05,31,33 DUAL 05,06 ELEMIS 31 FERGUSON 10 GOLDSTAR/LG 31

Trademark Code

SANYO 21 SBR 06 SCHNEIDER 05,06,29-31 SELECO 06,25 SHARP 18 SIEMENS 09 SINUDYNE 05,06,33 SONY 08 TELEFUNKEN 10-14 THOMSON 10,15,44 TOSHIBA 16

WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05,06

Trademark Code

NOKIA 25-27 NORDMENDE 10 ORION 37 PHILIPS 05,06 PHONOLA 31,33 PIONEER 38 PYE 05,06 RADIOLA 05,06 SABA 10 SALORA 26 SAMSUNG 31,32,43 SANSUI 05,31,33

Trademark Code

GOODMANS 05,06,31 GRUNDIG 09 HITACHI 22,23,31,40-42 INNO HIT 34 IRRADIO 30 ITT 25 JVC 17,39 LOEWE 07 METZ 28,31 MITSUBISHI 06,19,20 MIVAR 24 NEC 36

Point the remote control at the sensor of the unit. Avoid obstacles along the transmission path. The maximum reach of the remote control is 7 metres directly in front of the unit. Make sure that the transmission window and the sensor on the unit are clean. The process can be impaired by direct sunlight and glass cabinet doors.

Child protection

You can lock the buttons on the unit and the remote control.

Press and hold the RETURN and ENTER buttons until [X HOLD] appears in the display. The buttons on the unit are locked.

To unlock the child protection, repeat the process until [X HOLD] disappears.

Operating a television

Change the code on the remote control to control your TV.

Press and hold the TV on and off button.

Enter the two-digit code for your television. You must repeat this process after changing the batteries.

Switching to AV input on your Panasonic television

Press AV. Switches between TV reception and AV input each time the button is pressed.

Some television models of the listed brands (e.g. older Panasonic units) cannot be controlled via the remote control.

Setting up the remote control

If you are using another Panasonic unit at the same location, change the setting of the remote control so that you can operate the units independently of each other.

Apply the selected setting [DVD 1, 2 or 3] to the remote control.

Press and hold ENTER and press the appropriate number button 1, 2 or 3 for at least 2 seconds.

Exit the menu with RETURN.

Set up the remote control for the unit.

Press FUNCTIONS.

Select [To Others] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Setup] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Others] with , [Remote Control] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [DVD 1, 2 or 3] with and confirm with ENTER.

If the remote control setting does not match that of the unit, [DVD 1, 2 or 3] appears on the unit’s display.

Press ENTER and press the appropriate number key 1, 2 or 3 simultaneously for at least 2 seconds.

If you want to operate two units independently of each other using the same remote control, then change the the remote control setting.

You can also switch on the unit from Standby mode using the PLAY , GUIDE, DIRECT NAVIGATOR, PROG/CHECK or VIDEO Plus+ buttons.

Display subtitles

DVD: TIME SLIP = Select the time frame.

Launch the ServiceDigital TEXT

VHS : JET REW = Jet rewind to the

beginning of the tape.

ENTER/OK = Select or save a setting.

= Frame or slow-

motion playback.

Remote Control

DRIVE

SELECT

VIDEO Plus+

VOLUME

15:

15: 15:

DELETE

TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE

DVD/VHS

DVD: Picture and sound settings.

SUB MENU

CREATE

CHAPTER

MANUAL SKIP

TIME SLIP

DISPLAY

JET REW

REC

REC MODE

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LINK

PROG/CHECK

RETURN

STOP

PAUSE

PLAY

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

INPUT

SELECT

RESET

ENTER OK

VCD

MP3

JPEG JPEG

TEXT

STTL

DVD/VHS

VOLUME

VIDEO Plus+

DELETE

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

STOP

PAUSE

PLAY

SUB MENU

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

MANUAL SKIP

REC

REC MODE

STTL

TEXT

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LINK

TIME SLIP

DISPLAY

DVD/TV

ENTER OK

DRIVE

SELECT

TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE

INPUT

SELECT

PROG/CHECK

REW

RESET

JET REW

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

Delete a function.

SKIP = Skip chapters, titles or pictures.

Stop a recording or playback.

Standby/on switch

DRIVE SELECT

Select the DVD, VHS or SD drive.

Direct entry using the number buttons

Selection of channels, title numbers, etc.

Pause a recording or playback.

Switch the TV on and off. Select the AV input on the TV set.

CH = Select the programme position on the TV set.

VOLUME = TV volume control. CH = Programme selection button

PAGE = Page in the electronic TV Guide.

Select button to switch AV input between tuner, A1, A2, A3 (Front), A4 and DV.

SLOW . SEARCH Search during playback.

= Slow-motion playback

PLAY: Start playback.

Delete a title.

GUIDE Launch the TV Guide.=

DIRECT NAVIGATOR = Launch the Title View.

Return to the previous menu.

FUNCTIONS . = Launch the selection menu

Check or change a Timer Recording

Record mode button (XP, SP, LP, EP)

Direct TV recording.

Recording.

Timer Recording with external recording control.

Launch the sub-menu.

Direction buttons in the menu guide. Select groups or titles.

VHS: Stop jet rewind.

Press for more than 3 seconds to eject the cassette.

VHS: INDEX = Find the beginning of a

recording.

VHS: Press and hold for more than 2 seconds

for slow-motion playback.

VHS: REW

FF REW FF

= Jet rewind

= Fast forward from STOP mode.

= Rewind

= Forward search during playback.

VHS: Playback or repeat playback

VHS: RESET = Reset the tape counter.

VHS:TRACKING/V-LOCK+/- = Optimise the

playback picture.

RAM

: You can increase the playback speed.

Quick View

VIDEO Plus+ Record menu

RED button: menu guide (Profile, GUIDE, Digital TEXT, Manual Tuning)

GREEN button: menu guide (Profile, GUIDE, Digital TEXT)

YELLOW button: menu guide (Profile, GUIDE, Digital TEXT)

DVD: Dividing a recording into chapters. BLUE button: menu guide (Profile, GUIDE,

Digital TEXT) DVD: Jump forward 30 seconds.

Select the banner and information about the programme, also in the TV Guide .

Front Panel

SD Card slot

Standby/on switch : Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. Switching this unit into standby mode does not disconnect it from the mains.

STOP

Playback

PLEASE WAIT Please wait. DVD 1, 2, 3 Wrong remote control code. SETUP You are in the Setup menu. READ Disc is being read. No READ Disc cannot be read. FINAL DVD is being finalized. No CASSETTE No cassette has been inserted. No DISC No disc has been inserted. PROTECT Disc is write-protected. RETURN Cancellation of a function. JETREW A cassette is being jet-rewound. OFF0:30 The recording time is set to 30 minutes. REPEAT Repeat playback is on. START A function (copying) is beginning.

COPY Copying is taking place. STOP A function has been stopped (copying). PROG FULL All 16 timer programme positions are full. UNSUPPORT Disc format is not supported. UNFORMAT Disc is unformatted. SW-DL Software Download. X HOLD Child protection is active. GUIDE EPG Download

Error messages

Standby/on switch

PLAY

6 7

Quick View

RAM

Digital channel

VHS

EXT-L

XP, SP LP, EP

REC

PLAY

DVD

COPYING

Other messages

Shows Timer standby or Timer Recording.

The inserted medium is being shown.

Recording mode / All on: Flexible recordings/Timer Recordings.

FR mode

The selected drive is being displayed.

Cassette Compartment

Disc Tray

Display

AV3 input terminal

Channel select button

Drive select

REC: Record

S VIDEO input AV3

Forward/rewind

Search during playback.

DV input

Copy

EJECT: Eject the cassette. OPEN/CLOSE: Open and

close the disc tray.

The selected drive is recording. Flashes shortly before a Timer Recording starts.

Current time, recording/playback counter, various messages.

The selected drive is playing.

External-Link: A Timer Recording is being made from an external unit.

Display

DVD

VHS

RECORDING

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

RF OUT

RF IN

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

AC IN

AV OUT

Rear Panel

6 7

8 9

HDMI AV OUT

Digital audio output

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AV1 (TV)

AV2 (EXT)

VIDEO OUT

Y = Luminance signal (brightness) P = Chrominance signal (colour difference)

P = Chrominance signal (colour difference)

AV1 (TV) = 21-pin Scart terminal

TV connection

AV2 (EXT) = 21-pin Scart terminal External unit connection

OPTICAL

Digital audio output

AC IN~ = Power supply

RF IN

Aerial input

RF OUT

Aerial output

S VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO output terminal

Connection for the AC mains lead.

Audio output, right/left channel

Video output

For a conventional tube television, we recommend using the Scart terminal. You retain a high-quality RGB video picture with an RGB-compatible television.

If you want to use a progressive-capable LCD/plasma television or LCD projector, connect it to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to get a high quality progressive video picture.

The outputs of 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9 are dedicated to modules of digital signal processing (DVD). The video and audio outputs of 6 and 7 are dedicated to modules of digital (DVD) or analogue (VHS) signal processing. Both groups of outputs are used for analogue and digital sources. But there are limitations, e.g.: During recording or scheduled recording on DVD, the VHS playback is only possible on outputs of 6 and 7.

AUDIO OU T

21-pin Scart terminal

15 17

10 12 14 16 18

The 21-pin Scart terminal transmits both input and output signals for picture and sound. TVs equipped with the same type of terminal can be connected here. This type of terminal is also called Peritel, Euro Connector and Euro AV.

AV1 Scart terminal (TV) AV2 Scart terminal (EXT)

1 Audio output CH2 (R) 1 Audio output CH2 (R) 2 Audio input CH2 (R) 2 Audio input CH2 (R) 3 Audio output CH1 (L) 3 Audio output CH1 (L) 4 Audio ground 4 Audio ground 5 Blue ground 5 Blue ground 6 Audio input CH1 (L) 6 Audio input CH1 (L) 7 Blue output 7 Blue input 8 Switching voltage 8 Switching voltage 9 Green ground 9 Green ground 10 Q Link control signal 10 Reserved 11 Green output 11 Green input 12 Reserved 12 Reserved 13 Red ground 13 Red ground 14 Blanking ground 14 Blanking ground 15 Red output / chrominance output 15 Red input / chrominance input 16 Blanking output 16 Blanking input 17 Video output ground 17 Video output ground 18 Video input ground 18 Video input ground 19 Video output / luminance output 19 Video output 20 Video input 20 Video input / luminance input 21 Ground 21 Ground

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

RF OUT

RF IN

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

AC IN

AV OUT

This unit’s rear panel

AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

RF IN

AV IN

Television’s rear panel

To household mains socket

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

(For Q Link functions)

RF coaxial cable

(included, black)

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup to tune in TV channels.

1 Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

2 Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the aerial input of the TV.

3 Connect the AV1 terminal (21-pin Scart terminal) of the DVD Recorder with the

Scart input of the TV.

4 Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the household mains socket.

You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible TV.

Connecting to a television only

Connection with 21-pin Scart cable (not included)

To the aerial To this unit

Use one of the included RF coaxial cable (black or grey) to connect this unit’s RF IN terminal to your aerial socket or aerial cable.

RF coaxial cable (included, grey)

RF coaxial cable (included, black)

Before connection, turn off all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

Choose from one of the connection types A-B that suits your requirement.

Use of the supplied RF coaxial cable

To prevent interference patterns from appearing on your TV, use only the supplied RF coaxial cables when you connect this unit to your TV and aerial outlet or aerial cable and satellite receiver, as shown in connection types A-B.

Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables.

Do not roll up the RF coaxial cables.

BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD

Basic connections

You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television.

The RF cable cannot be used for showing pictures from the DVD Recorder. The unit must be connected by another means e.g. Scart cable to show pictures from the DVD Recorder on the television set.

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

RETURN

Owner ID

RETURN: leave

* * * *

PIN number

Name

House No

Postcode

DVB Auto-Setup

Please wait !

Ch 21

Prog.

Quality

Channel

Service Name

Net ID

TS ID

1 23 BBC ONE 12302 12289 9

2 23 BBC 12302 12289 9

RETURN

Download from TV with Q Link

If your television is equipped with the Q Link feature, it will start to download TV tuning information to this unit. In order to be able to use Q Link, the unit must be connected to a TV with Q Link or a similar feature via a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable.

The auto setup tunes in all available analogue television stations. This takes approx. 5 minutes.

RETURN : to cancel

Datenübernahme von TV

Analogue Auto-Setup in progress.(without Q Link)

Download in progress.(with Q Link)

Checking Broadcaster's data. (with Q Link)

Analogue Auto-Setup in progress. Please wait.

RETURN : to cancel

Download in Progress. Please wait. RETURN : to cancel

Checking Broadcaster's data. Please wait. RETURN : to cancel

You can complete the Owner ID now. To skip this step and do it later, press the RETURN button. Your DVD Recorder is now ready to use. You can later set the Owner ID in the Setup Menu.

To enter the Owner ID, press ENTER.

Press . To set the Owner ID now, use to enter a four-digit PIN number. Press to correct the digit.

Make sure that you will remember the PIN number (make a note of it).

Press the ENTER button to confirm.

Select [Yes] with and confirm with ENTER.

Press . Enter the [Name], [House No] and [Postcode] in the same way, using .

Press the ENTER button to confirm each entry.

Press the RETURN button to leave the Owner ID screen. You will now see the TV picture. Your DVD Recorder is now ready to use.

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Depending on different countries or regions, the digital TV programme has its own selection of operating frequency channels, frequency bands, transmission parameters and frequencies. The unit automatically searches for all available digital stations.

You can repeat the station search again.

Checking Broadcaster's data (with Q Link) Once the station data have been adopted from the television set, the analogue stations are sorted accordingly.

You can repeat the station search again.

Setting the date and time ()

If the Date and Time are not transferred via a television station, the Clock menu appears.

Set the clock manually.

if not found automatically

An incorrect date or time affects the programmed recording of television programmes (note summer and winter time).

Analogue Auto-Setup (without Q Link)

Owner ID

You now have the opportunity to enter your details and help the police crack crime see instruction book.

ENTER

RETURN

DVB Auto-Setup (Tuning digital channels)

Auto-Setup (Tuning analogue channels)

Owner ID

Auto-Setup for your unit is complete. The availability of stations may differ regionally. You can now select your favourite stations and store them in the required order in the profiles.

Off

Clock

Automatic

Clock cannot be set automatically. Please set the clock manually. ENTER : store RETURN : l eav e

ENTER

CHANGE

RETURN

Time

Date

0 00 00 1 1 2006: : / /

- -

Number

Auto-Setup

Automatic setup of the unit

After being switched on for the first time, the unit proceeds with an automatic station search for digital channels. This is followed by the search for analogue channels.

Switch the unit on using the Standby/on-switch.

Turn on the television and select the AV input that this unit is connected to.

SELECT

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

RF OUT

RF IN

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

AC IN

AV OUT

To household mains socket

RF IN

AV IN

Television’s rear panel

This unit’s rear panel

AC mains lead (included)

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

Satellite receiver’s rear panel

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

To household mains socket

RF coaxial cable

(included, black)

AV OUT

RF coaxial cable

(included, black)

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

(For Q Link functions)

Connecting to a television and satellite receiver

LNB IN

RF IN

You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television.

The RF cable cannot be used for showing pictures from the DVD Recorder. The unit must be connected by another means e.g. Scart cable to show pictures from the DVD Recorder on the television set.

RF OUT

If you receive your television programme via a satellite receiver (digital/analogue), connect your DVD Recorder as shown in connection type B.

View / record satellite programmes

Press INPUT SELECT to select the input channel AV2 or put this unit in standby mode. To record satellite programmes refer to “VIDEO Plus+ codes for satellite receivers".

If your television supports Q Link, use a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable to connect it to the TV. The analogue stations automatically downloaded through [Download from TV]. If your television supports RGB, set the AV1 Output to [RGB 1] or [RGB 2] in the Setup menu.

[Auto-Setup] follows automatically and if it ends with the note: [No stations found !].

Select [No] with and confirm with ENTER.

You can complete the Owner ID now. To skip this step and do it later, press the RETURN button.

The date and time are not set automatically. Set them manually.

An incorrect date or time affects the programmed recording of television programmes (note summer and winter time).

Yes

Auto-Setup

No stations found ! Please check aerial connection Restart Auto-Setup ?

SELECT

RETURN

ENTER

The TV Guide does not show any information if you have connected the unit to a satellite receiver only.

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup.

Your DVD Recorder is now ready to use.

Switch the DVD Recorder to AV2 with CH . You see the television picture from the external unit.

1 Connect the aerial to the RF IN (aerial input) and/or the dish (satellite) to the

LNB IN of the external unit.

2 Connect the RF OUT (aerial output) of the external unit with the RF IN (aerial

input) of the DVD Recorder.

3 Connect the RF OUT (aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the RF IN (aerial

input) of the television unit.

4 Connect the AV1 terminal (21-pin Scart terminal) of the DVD Recorder with the

Scart input of the television unit.

5 Connect the external unit with a 21-pin Scart cable to the AV2 terminal of the

DVD Recorder.

6 Connect the DVD Recorder, the TV and the external unit to the household mains

socket.

Auto-Setup with connected Satellite Receiver and aerial

Auto-Setup with connected Satellite Receiver

Switch on the external unit and DVD Recorder.

Turn on the television and select the AV input that this unit is connected to.

Auto-Setup

Connecting to a television and satellite receiver

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

RF OUT

RF IN

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

AC IN

AV OUT

Television’s rear panel

HDMI cable

HDMI IN

To household mains socket

Only use fully wired cables showing the HDMI logo. Use cable of max. 5 m in length to avoid interference with the video signal.

HDMI

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup, to tune in TV channels.

The HDMI connection can be used only with units that are suited for HDMI.

Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the

aerial input of the TV.

Connect HDMI AV OUT of the DVD Recorder with the HDMI input of the TV.

For Q Link functions: Connect the AV1 terminal (21-pin Scart terminal) of the DVD Recorder with the

Scart input of the TV.

Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the power supply system.

Connection with HDMI cable (not included)

This unit’s rear panel

To the aerial To this unit

Use one of the included RF coaxial cable (black or grey) to connect this unit’s RF IN terminal to your aerial socket or aerial cable.

RF coaxial cable (included, grey)

RF coaxial cable (included, black)

AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

The RF cable cannot be used for showing pictures from the DVD Recorder. The unit must be connected by another means e.g. Scart cable to show pictures from the DVD Recorder on the television set.

RF IN

RF coaxial cable

(included, black)

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

(High Definition Multimedia Interface)

If you connect the DVD Recorder to an HDMI-compatible unit, just one cable transfers a high quality digital audio and video signal without interference.

The audio signal cannot be transmitted via HDMI if an externally connected unit does not support CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media), or when playing a DVD audio with copy protection. In this case, use an audio cable.

If a connected TV only supports dual-channel audio, then an audio signal with 3 or more channels is down-converted, with output through 2 audio channels. It is not always possible to down-convert all discs. Titles where down-converting is not possible can only be reproduced via HDMI through an amplifier which corresponds to the HDMI Ver. 1.1 standard or higher and is CPPM compatible.

For HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compatible units with DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connection (e.g. PC monitors): depending on the unit, it is possible that a DVI/HDMI adapter does not reproduce the video signal perfectly. The audio signal is not transmitted in this case.

Control via Q Link and HDMI (HDAVI Control)

Automatic input changeover (Easy Playback)

If you start the playback function or select a menu (e.g. Direct Navigator, Timer Recording), the TV automatically switches to the input channel for the DVD Recorder. If you are recording on the DVD drive, the TV does not automatically change to the input channel.

Power off link

If the television set is switched off, this unit automatically switches off as well. The unit also switches off while the menu FUNCTIONS, DISPLAY or status messages are being displayed, and even when a Timer-controlled recording has been programmed or during playback. The unit does not switch off during a recording with the REC button, the

Copying function or while a disc is being finalized.

A TV takes a certain time to change over the input channel for the DVD Recorder automatically. It is therefore possible that the television set does not display the playback at the start of the title. Press SKIP or SLOW/SEARCH to return to the start of the playback.

Download from TV (analogue channels only) Station transfer from television set. During [data transfer from TV], data for the station list are automatically downloaded from the TV set. The stations are stored in the same presets of the DVD Recorder as on your TV set.

This unit allows for Timer Recordings using the programming function of the television (e.g. IDTV).

The following systems from other manufacturers have similar function to Q Link from Panasonic.

- Easy Link (Trademark of Philips)

- SMARTLINK (Trademark of Sony)

- DATA LOGIC (Trademark of Metz)

- Megalogic (Trademark of Grundig) For details, refer to your television's operating

instructions or consult your dealer.

Direct TV recording

Press DIRECT TV REC to directly record the programme you are currently watching. You do not need to enter anything else.

TV/DVD automatic switch-on If the TV set and DVD Recorder are switched off (in standby), both units are switched on automatically by pressing PLAY, DIRECT NAVIGATOR, GUIDE,

VIDEO Plus+ or PROG/CHECK.

Power on link

If you start the playback function or e.g. select the menu Direct Navigator or Timer Recording or by inserting a disc, the television set switches on and automatically selects the input channel for the DVD Recorder. If you are recording on the DVD drive, the TV does not automatically change to the input channel.

Once an HDAVI Control compatible unit has been connected to the HDMI terminal, switch the units on and automatically selects the input channel for the DVD Recorder. Repeat the procedure if there is any change to the HDMI terminal.

Connection with HDMI cable (not included)

If you connect this unit with an HDMI cable to a Panasonic television set with HDAVI control function, then both units can be controlled. If you connect this unit with an fully wired 21 pin scart cable you can use the Q Link functions to control the television and this unit. You can use both kinds of connection at the same time. Settings for control with HDMI and Q Link:

Connect an amplifier complying with the HDMI Ver. 1.1 standard and adjust the setting in the [Setup] menu to [HDMI and Optical]. Now you can enjoy the full audio sound.

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

DVD Recorder

HDMI IN

HDMI OUT

HDMI IN

Connection to an amplifier

Amplifier

Television set

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

DVD Recorder

HDMI IN

HDMI OUT

HDMI IN

Connection to an amplifier

Amplifier

Television set

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

RF OUT

RF IN

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

AC IN

AV OUT

Television’s rear panel

RF coaxial cable

(included, black)

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup.

The terminal can be used for INTERLACE or PROGRESSIVE output and deliver a clearer picture than S VIDEO OUT terminal. The Q Link functions are not available with this kind of connection.

1 Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

2 Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the

aerial input of the TV.

3 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal of the unit with the

COMPONENT VIDEO IN of the TV unit. Use a video cable. Always connect terminals with the same colour. Connect the audio cables to the corresponding audio input terminals on the TV.

4 Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the power supply system.

Connection to COMPONENT VIDEO terminal

This unit’s rear panel

To household mains socket

AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

COMPONENT VIDEO INAUDIO IN

Audio cable

L - White R - Red

The RF cable cannot be used for showing pictures from the DVD Recorder. The unit must be connected by another means e.g. Scart cable to show pictures from the DVD Recorder on the television set.

RF IN

To this unit

Use one of the included RF coaxial cable (black or grey) to connect this unit’s RF IN terminal to your aerial socket or aerial cable.

Video cable

Y - Green PB - Blue PR - Red

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

To the aerial

RF coaxial cable (included, grey)

RF coaxial cable (included, black)

9964

Connection to COMPONENT VIDEO terminal

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

DVD Recorder

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

DVD Recorder

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

LCD/plasma television or LCD projector

If progressive output is used, videos can be viewed in High Resolution, for example from DVD-Video. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT on this unit is connected with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN on the television. Select the [Progressive - On] setting.

Progressive output

Conventional televisions

On a normal television, Progressive output can cause flickering even if the television is Progressive-compatible. Select the [Progressive - Off] setting.

Progressive-compatible televisions (PAL)

Progressive output

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Tuning Disc Picture

Sound

Display

Connection

Others

VHS

Setup

TV Aspect Progressive

TV System

16:9

Off PAL

AV1 Output

RGB 1

AV2 Settings

HDMI Settings

Video ( with component )

AV1 Output

RGB 1 ( without component )

RGB 2 ( without component )

RGB output is available all the time while this unit is on.

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection

Others

VHS

Setup

TV Aspect

Progressive

TV System

16:9 On

PAL

AV1 Output

Video

AV2 Settings

HDMI Settings

Connecting a TV with COMPONENT VIDEO input terminals

If your TV with LCD or plasma screen supports the progressive process, connect it to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals. If you want to enjoy full progressive video, set Progressive to [On].

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

The terminals can be used for INTERLACE or PROGRESSIVE output and deliver a clearer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Connections via these terminals output the colour difference signals (PB/PR) and the brightness signal (Y) separately. Colours can be reproduced true to the original colour. The properties of the COMPONENT VIDEO input terminal are dependent on the TV or screen.

Progressive television picture

The progressive picture aspect ratio (height to width) is set to 16:9. DVD-Video with a picture aspect ratio of 16:9 is properly displayed. However, video material with an image page ratio of 4:3 is shown stretched from right to left. If it is possible to adjust the picture aspect ratio on your television, select the setting [Progressive - On].

With a normal television, the progressive output can cause the picture to flicker, even if the television is progressive-capable. Select the setting [Progressive - Off].

If the AV1 Output setting in the Setup menu is set to [RGB 1/2 ( without component )], there is no output to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals. Set this option to [Video ( with component )]. If the unit is connected to the TV via the S VIDEO OUT or the AV1 terminal, output is Interlace regardless of the settings.

Press FUNCTIONS.

Select [To Others] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Setup] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Connection] with , [Progressive] with , and confirm with ENTER.

Select the option [On] with and confirm with ENTER.

AUDIO

OPTICAL

OUT

VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)

RF OUT

RF IN

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

AC IN

HDMI

Audio/Video

Television’s rear panel

Audio/Video cable (included)

Video Yellow L White R Red

RF coaxial cable

(included, black)

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup to tune in TV channels.

You can use this frequently used standard connection with the provided accessories (Video cable). Depending on the television, the connection with the S VIDEO cable results in a higher quality picture than the connection with an Audio/Video cable. The Q Link functions are not available with this kind of connection.

1 Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

2 Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the

aerial input of the TV.

3 Connect the AUDIO OUT (L-white/R-red) of the DVD Recorder with the audio of

the television. Connect the VIDEO OUT or S VIDEO OUT of the DVD Recorder with the input of the television.

4 Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the power supply system.

Connection with Video cable or S Video cable

This unit’s rear panel

To household mains socket

AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

S Video

S Video cable

Video cable or S Video cable

The RF cable cannot be used for showing pictures from the DVD Recorder. The unit must be connected by another means e.g. Scart cable to show pictures from the DVD Recorder on the television set.

RF IN

If the unit is connected via S Video output, select the setting S Video ( with component )] in the Setup menu under [Connection] - [AV1 Output].

To this unit

Use one of the included RF coaxial cable (black or grey) to connect this unit’s RF IN terminal to your aerial socket or aerial cable.

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

To the aerial

RF coaxial cable (included, grey)

RF coaxial cable (included, black)

AV3 S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO AUDIO IN R

S VIDEO-cable

Audio cable

L - White R - Red

Audio/Video cable Video - Yellow

L - White R - Red

Push the jack all the way into the terminal with this side facing up.

Connect this unit to a device with a DTS decoder in order to be able to play DVDs with this symbol.

External units

It is not possible to copy to a VHS cassette via DV input.

Connect this unit to a device with a DTS decoder in order to be able to play DVDs with this symbol.

Connection to AV3 (e.g. camcorder)

If the audio output of the other unit is mono, connect it to the L/MONO terminal. Both the left and the right channel will be recorded.

Connection to DV input

Before you connect the DV cable, make sure that all units are switched off. After you have connected the cable, switch on the units.

Connect the DV output of the DV unit (e.g. digital camcorder) with the DV input terminal of the DVD Recorder. Use a DV cable.

After you have connected the cable, switch on both units.

You can connect a DV-compatible camcorder to the DVD Recorder. The DV IN connection is available for this purpose. The DVD Recorder cannot be controlled via an external unit that is connected to the DV IN terminal.

DV means digital video and is a video standard.

For all connections described: Before you connect cables, make sure that all units are switched off. Switch on the units after you have connected the cables.

Connecting an analogue amplifier or an analogue system component

In order to enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic, connect a corresponding amplifier or an analogue audio component.

Connect the AUDIO OUT (L/R) output e.g. with a Dolby Pro Logic amplifier.

Connect the audio cable according to the colours and markings on the connection terminal (white/L, red/R).

Connecting a digital amplifier or a digital system component

If an amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital, DTS or an MPEG-decoder is connected, a DVD-Video-Disc with multi-channel surround sound can be played back.

Select one of the two connection options. The connection with S VIDEO cable and audio cable (L/R) delivers the best quality.

Connect an amplifier with a Dolby Digital, DTS or an MPEG decoder.

Use an Optical digital audio cable.

Change the [Digital Audio Output] setting in the Setup menu [Audio] according to your connected digital amplifier.

You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders that are not suitable for DVD.

The DV input of this unit is only intended for DV units. For example, a computer cannot be connected. Some DV units do not allow for proper input of the picture and sound signal.

If the unit is connected to the television set with an HDMI cable and you are using the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Optical) for audio output, change the setting [Digital Audio Output] to [Optical Only] in the Setup menu.

This unit can record and playback stereo sound in Dolby Digital (dual channel). DVD-Vs can be played back in multi-channel sound.

OPTICAL

Amplifier (example)

Optical digital audio cable

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

L R

AUDIO IN

Amplifier (example)

Audio cable

L - White R - Red

Status displays

DVD

VHS

PLAY

DVD-RAM

BBC1

10:07:21 1/12 Remain 0:50 SP

T14 0:05.14 SP T14 0:05.14 SP

6: Current date and time 7: Available recording time and recording mode: e.g. 0:50 SP shows 50 minutes in

SP mode.

8: Title number: shows the recording mode and the elapsed play time of the title.

VHS: Current tape counter.

9: Title number: shows the recording mode and the recording time of the title.

Status displays

1 2 3 4

You can display detailed informationen only during playback or recording (VHS only recording). They are not recorded.

Detailed information

Status display

VHS REC

VHS

L R SP

0:21.29

1 DVB

PLAY

DVD-RAM

1 DVB

BBC1

REC

Record

PAUSE

Pause

PLAY

Quick View

Playback

Pause playback

Fast forward (5 stages)

Rewind (5 stages)

Slow motion (5 stages)

Slow-motion rewind (5 stages)

PLAY/x1.3

VHS screen information

Press me the button is pressed, the display switches between tape counter and remaining tape time

during playback. Each ti

Screen information

The display changes every time a button is pressed, depending on the function, e.g. PLAY, REC or REC PLAY.

Also press , to leave the display.

Every time you change the station, a status display and banner appear automatically. They disappear again after a short time. You can change how long they appear for in the setup menu.

Press to show the screen information again.

1: Current medium

2: Current recording playback status and remaining time 3: Current station position. DVB shows a digital station. 4: Current station 5: Status display and recording status of other media.

REMAIN: 0:24

0:21.29

L R SP

VHS

0:21.29

Tape counter: It is automatically set to 0:00.00 when a video

cassette is inserted.

Remaining tape time: The display depends on the correct setting of the tape length.

Current medium

LR, L, R: The soundtrack can be changed with the DISPLAY button. SP: Selected recording mode.

Use to reset the counter to / 0:00.00. RESET

Repeat

Status display of other media

Programme is broadcast in multi-channel sound. Press DISPLAY. Select Audio - [DVD Multi Audio].

Station with an encrypted signal.

NOW: Information on the current programme. NEXT: Information on the next programme.

Detailed information on the current programme.

Title and airtime of the current programme.

Press the BLUE button to change the category.

Selected Category: All Service, TV, Radio, Profile 1-4

The current time.

Signal quality of the current station: No signal; Bad signal. No service = a programme is not transmitted at the moment.

Programme position and name of the current station.

No banners with information are displayed for analogue channels.

Press to launch a banner to change the profile.

Press the BLUE button to change the profile. The banner disappears after 5 seconds.

2 BBC2 17:11

All Services News 17:00–17:30

NOW

info

Change Category

Multi-Audio

Encrypted

1 3

No Signal

5 6

All Services

Change Category

Banner

DVD

VHS

Digital TEXT

2 BBC2 17:11

Al Services News 17:00–17:30

NOW

info

Change Category

Multi-Audio

Press to display the banner.

Digital TEXT is a digital teletext service provided by various broadcast organisations (not for analogue channels). Stations that offer the Digital TEXT can be identified by the [TXT] in the Banner.

Digital Teletext cannot be recorded. When subtitle is on or additional information in the banner is displayed, Digital Teletext does not work. During a recording the Digital TEXT function is not possible.

Press TEXT to launch the Digital TEXT. It may take some time for the information to load and display. Please be patient.

Use to page up and down or use numeric buttons to select a specific page number. The features depend on the respective station.

The coloured buttons allow you to quickly access certain topic areas and the navigation to the Digital TEXT pages. The features depend on the respective station.

Press TEXT to exit the Digital TEXT service.

CREATE

CHAPTER

MANUAL SKIP

TEXT

Change Category

Press to display the banner

Press the BLUE button to change the category.

Use to change between NOW and NEXT.

The banner contains information about the current (NOW) and following (NEXT) programme. It cannot be selected during playback or recording. Banners can only be selected for digital stations.

Use CH to select the available stations. The television picture of the selected station appears with the corresponding banner.

Use to select the banner of the available stations. The television picture does not change to the corresponding station. The current station is stored in yellow.

Press ENTER to watch the selected station.

Additional information about a programme

For these programmes, appears in the banner.

with

again.

Select the detailed programme information This information remains visible until you press

On selecting a radio station or if the banner shows [No Signal], [Bad Signal], [Encrypted] or [No Service], the banner cannot disappear and is included in any current recording.

TXT Subtitle

Subtitles

If the programme provider of digital programmes offers subtitles, these can be displayed with STTL. The preset subtitle language can be changed in the Setup menu.

Press STTL to show or conceal subtitles.

STTL

DVD

Disc formats

+R DL

-R DL

- -

1st Layer

2nd Layer

-RW(V)

+RW

- -

DVD-RW(V)

Formatting

DVD-RW(V)

9969

-R

9969

-R

- -

RAM

Playback and recording discs

DVD-R

DVD-RAM

4.7 GB 12 cm

9.4 GB 12 cm

2.8 GB 8 cm rewritable

4.7 GB 12 cm

1.4 GB 8 cm recordable

4.7 GB 12 cm recordable

4.7 GB, 12 cm

1.4 GB, 8 cm rewritable

DVD-RW(V)

DVD-RAM

The DVD-RAM can be compared with the hard disc and can be written to 100,000 times on average. The disc can only be played on DVD-RAM-compatible players. The recording occurs in DVD Video Recording format (VR). Movies and parts of movies can be edited and deleted. The deletion of movies frees previously used storage space. The creation of playlists does not require any additional storage space. Dual-channel sound and 16:9 format are supported in addition to the TIME SLIP function.

DVD-Video format (V)

This recording format is the standard DVD-Video. Digital programmes that are limited to "one-time recording" cannot be recorded. Not for recording and playback of still pictures.

4.7 GB, 12 cm

1.4 GB, 8 cm rewritable

+RW

Playback on another unit

Finalization

On the recording unit

Recording with this recorder

Playback on this recorder

Recording with another unit

DVD-R/+R/-R DL/+R DL

DVD-R/+R (Recordable)

The DVD-R/+R can only be recorded once. Movies or parts of them can be deleted during processing, but storage space is still taken up and cannot be used for other movies. Through finalization, the DVD-R/+R becomes DVD-V that can be played on other units.

The movies can no longer be edited after finalization.

DVD-RW(V)/+RW (Rewritable) DVD-RW(V)/+RW is rewritable and erasable. You must format the disc to be able to rewrite it again. Through finalization, the DVD-RW(V) becomes a DVD-V that can be played on other units. A finalized DVD-RW(V) can be reformatted and rewritten. Formatting deletes all data! A +RW becomes a DVD-V by creating a Top Menu.

Playback on another unit

Finalization

On the recording unit

Recording with this recorder

Playback on this recorder

Recording with another unit

The movies can no longer be edited after finalization.

DVD Video Recording format (VR)

This format enables recording and playback. Programmes limited to "one-time recording" can be recorded to a CPRM-compatible disc. You can record to a CPRM-compatible DVD-RAM. Playback is only possible with a compatible DVD player. Use a DVD-RAM to record in DVD Video Recording format.

DVD-R DL/+R DL (Double Layer DVD/Dual Layer DVD) The data are saved on two parallel layers. They have more space available. If the laser changes layers during playback, brief interruptions to the image and sound may occur. You cannot switch layers during a recording. The recording stops when the storage space on the first Layer is full. You must close the first Layer to be able to record on the second Layer.

DVD-R DL

8.5 GB 12 cm, writable

+R DL

8.5 GB 12 cm,writable

R DL

DVD-R DL: DVD-Video format +R DL : +VR format

DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format

DVD-RW : DVD-Video format +RW : +VR format

DVD-R: DVD-Video format +R : +VR format

+VR format

Digital programmes limited to "one-time recording" can not be recorded. Not for recording and playback of still pictures.

-R DL

+R DL

-RW(V)

DVD

Disc formats

MP3 JPEG

Cleaning the DVD-RAM

Clean the disc with a special DVD-RAM cleaner (optional) and read the cleaner instructions throughly before use. Bad scratches and stubborn dirt may not be able to be removed so that recording, editing or playback is still compromised even after cleaning. The disc should then no longer be used. Do not use benzine, alcohol, water, cleaning sprays, household cleaners or other solvents.

DVD lens cleaner (RP-CL720E) Compatible models: Only for Panasonic's DVD recorders. Do NOT use this cleaner with any other Panasonic DVD products or with the DVD products of any other companies since doing so may damage the products.

RAM

Regional codes

ALL

DVD-Videos with the regional code 2 or ALL can be played with this unit. The code is listed on the backside of the unit. England and Continental Europe: 2.

DVD-Video only

DVD-A

-RW(VR)

VCD

DVD-V

- -

Playback discs

DVD-Video

High-quality video and music discs.

DVD-Audio

Digital-quality music discs. Playback in stereo.

DVD-RW

(DVD-VR format)

12 cm/ 8 cm, playable only

CD CD-R/RW

Music and audio recordings, music in MP3 format, pictures in JPEG and TIFF format.

Video CD CD-R/RW

Music and video recordings. SVCD in compliance with IEC62107.

With active write-protection, you can neither record to the disc nor edit or delete content.

Cartridge write-protection

Remove the 8-cm disc from the cartridge before using it with this unit.

Only play round discs.

Do not touch the disc recording surface.

A DVD-RW that was recorded on another DVD recorder is played back in DVD-RW (VR) format on this unit. Programmes limited on "one-time recording" can be played back. If you format the disc, you can record and play it in DVD-Video format with this unit.

Some DVD-Audio discs with multi-channel sound are designed by the manufacturer to prevent inter-mixing on the entire disc or at certain places. Depending on the disc type, the regional code and the recording conditions, it may not be possible to play the discs in some cases. See the jewel case for more information.

12 cm/ 8 cm, playable only

Cleaning DVD-Videos, Video-CDs and CDs

Wipe with a moist and then with a dry cloth.

If the surface of a disc, which has no Cartridge or was removed from one, is scratched, dirty, dusty or has finger prints, playback or processing can be impaired. Such impairments can also occur when the disc is placed back in the Cartridge. Note: Only write on the label side of the disc. Use a soft, oil-based felt-tip pen. Do not use a ball-point pen or any other hard writing instrument. Do not affix stickers or labels to the disc. When not in use, put the disc in its case or Cartridge.

Cartridge discs

Handling discs

You can play MP3 and JPEG/TIFF data from a finalized CD-R, CD-RW or DVD-R.

Depending on the recording conditions, playback may nonetheless be faulty.

Non playable discs

- 2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm.

- 3.95 GB and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring.

- DVD-R that was recorded in DVD Video Recording format (VR).

- DVD-R (V), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW(V), +R, +R DL that was recorded on another unit and not finalized.

- Blu-ray, DVD-ROM, +R (8 cm), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, photo CD, CVD, SACD, MV disc, PD, “Chaoji VCD” that can be purchased in stores, including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that are not IEC62107-compliant, etc.

SD Card

SD Memory Card

miniSD Card MultimediaCard

If the SD Memory Card was formatted with another unit, under certain circumstances you may possibly not be able to use it with this unit. In this case, reformat the card with this unit. Caution! All saved data are deleted during formatting.

Inserting the storage card

Removing the storage card

Inserting the storage card

Opening the cover. Press the protruding section to open the cover to the slot.

Press on the centre of the card until it clicks into place. Insert the card label up with the cut-off corner on the right.

Keep the small memory cards such as the SD Memory Card out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.

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Removing the storage card

Press on the centre of the card. Pull it straight out.

Closing the cover. Press down.

The usable memory can deviate from the card capacity.

Do not touch the memory card contacts.

Use an appropriate adapter for miniSD™ cards.

Write- protection

8 MB to 2 GB (Maximum)

Pictures

Additional information is available on the Internet

http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs

This unit supports SD Memory Cards that are formatted with FAT 12 and FAT 16 systems (based on SD Memory Card spec.).

When the write-protection device is activated, you can neither record nor edit or delete the contents of the SD Card.

Only insert or remove the SD card after turning the unit off. When the card indicator SD on the unit’s display is flashing, the card is being read from or written to. Do not turn off the unit or remove the card. Such action may result in malfunction or loss of the card’s contents.

Use an SD card for playback and transfer (copying) pictures taken for example with a Digital Camera.

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