Panasonic DMR-E20 User Manual

DVD Video Recorder

Grabadora de DVD vídeo

Operating Instructions

Instrucciones de uso

Model No.

Modelo N.

DMR-E20 DMR-E20

GCS

G-CODE

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

Antes de proceder a la conexión, a la utilización ó al ajuste de este producto, rogamos lea detenidamente las instrucciones. Guarde el presente manual.

RQT6038-1E

Warning and Important Information

CAUTION!

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 YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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.

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ADVARSEL!

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SUOMI

VAROITUS!

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VAROITUS:

TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA KOHTAAVAN MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, KOSTEUDELLE, VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ, KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a well ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.

Important

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

Warning

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

For your safety

Do not remove outer cover. Touching internal parts of the unit is dangerous, and may seriously damage it. To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Conserve the environment

See “Power Save” of page 84.

Disposal of old equipment

Batteries, packaging and old equipment should not be disposed of as domestic waste, but in accordance with the applicable regulations.

Cautions before you operate this unit

Avoid:

≥Humidity and dust. ≥Extreme heat such as direct sunlight. ≥Magnets or electromagnetic objects. ≥Touching internal parts of the unit. ≥Water or some other liquid. ≥Lightning. (Disconnect the aerial plug from the unit during

lightning storms.)

≥Anything heavy on the unit. ≥Connecting or handling the equipment with wet hands. ≥Using a cell phone near the unit because doing so may cause

noise to adversely affect the picture and sound.

Do:

≥Wipe the unit with a clean and dry cloth. ≥Install the unit in a horizontal position. ≥Keep the unit, TV and other equipment switched off until you

have finished all connections.

HOWVIEW

is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation and is registered in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. The S

HOWVIEW

system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

G-

is a registered trademark of Gemstar

CODE

Development Corporation. The G-

CODE

system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation

G-

CODE

and is registered in the following countries: Australia, China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and Taiwan. The G-

CODE

system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

G-

and S

CODE

represent the same easy recording feature. However, for

HOWVIEW

simplicity, only the term GS

HOWVIEW

system.

system, follow the same steps listed for the G-

are different trademarks used to

will be used. If you use

CODE

“i.LINK” is the name of the connector in accordance with the IEEE1394-1995. “¥” is the logo marked on products conforming with the “i.LINK” specifications. ≥You cannot control this unit from the digital video equipment even

if using the DV cable.

Notes on these instructions

These operating instructions describe operations mainly using the remote control. If the name of the button is the same, the operation described can also be performed with the main unit. The contents of the screens used in these instructions may not necessarily match what you will see on your screen.

Displays

The displays shown in these instructions are examples only. Actual displays depends on the disc being played.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS”, “DTS Digital Surround” and “DTS Digital Out” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Standard Accessories 1 pc. RF Coaxial cable 1 pc. Remote Control

(N2QAKB000011 for Continental Europe)

(N2QAKB000013 for Asia, Australia and New Zealand) 2 pcs. R6 size batteries 1 pc. AC mains lead 1 pc. Audio/Video cable

Contents

Warning and Important Information.......................................... 2

Contents ...................................................................................... 3

The remote control ..................................................................... 4

Batteries [A] .................................................................................. 4

Use [B] .......................................................................................... 4

Television operation...................................................................... 5

Discs ............................................................................................ 6

Discs you can use......................................................................... 6

Discs you can use for recording and play..................................... 6

Play-only discs.............................................................................. 6

Discs that cannot be played.......................................................... 7

Audio format logos........................................................................ 7

Types of disc for the type of connected TV .................................. 7

Control reference guide ............................................................. 8

Main unit ....................................................................................... 8

Remote control ............................................................................. 8

The unit’s display .......................................................................... 9

Connecting and Setting up...................................................... 10

Preset Download

(To Simultaneously set up this unit with a new television)....... 11

Preset Download

(To set up this unit with a television in use) ............................. 11

Auto Setup.................................................................................. 13

Selecting TV screen type......................................................... 14

Playing discs............................................................................. 15

Starting play from where you stopped it (Resume Function)...... 16

Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH........................................... 17

Slow-motion play ........................................................................ 17

Frame-by-frame viewing ............................................................. 17

Skipping...................................................................................... 18

Starting play from a selected programme, title,

chapter or track ........................................................................ 18

Manual Skip ................................................................................ 19

Selecting an amount of time to skip—Time Slip ......................... 19

Changing audio........................................................................... 20

Programme play ......................................................................... 21

Random play............................................................................... 22

Recording television programmes.......................................... 23

Playing while you are recording.............................................. 26

Playing from the beginning of the programme

you are recording—Follow-on play [A] ..................................... 26

Simultaneous recording and play [B] .......................................... 26

Checking the recording during recording (TIME SLIP) [A] .......... 27

Watching the television while recording...................................... 27

Using the top window............................................................... 28

About the top window ................................................................. 28

Using the top window.................................................................. 28

Timer recording ........................................................................ 30

Manual programming.................................................................. 33

To check programmes................................................................ 35

Starting and canceling programmes........................................... 35

Recording from a video cassette player................................. 36

Entering titles............................................................................ 38

DISC INFORMATION................................................................. 39

Enter Title ................................................................................... 39

Disc Protection............................................................................ 40

Releasing disc protection............................................................ 41

Format ........................................................................................ 42

Finalize—Creating DVD-Video ................................................... 43

Using the direct navigator ....................................................... 44

Selecting programmes to play .................................................... 44

Erasing programmes .................................................................. 46

Entering and editing programme titles ........................................ 47

Checking programme contents................................................... 48

Protecting programmes .............................................................. 49

Releasing programme protection................................................ 50

Erasing parts of a programme.................................................... 51

Using play lists to edit programmes....................................... 53

Displaying play lists .................................................................... 53

Creating play lists........................................................................54

Playing play lists..........................................................................55

Playing play list scenes ............................................................... 56

Adding scenes to a play list......................................................... 56

Moving a scene...........................................................................57

To re-edit a play list scene ..........................................................58

Erasing a scene from a play list .................................................. 58

Copying play lists ........................................................................59

Erasing a play list ........................................................................60

Titling play lists............................................................................61

Checking play list’s contents .......................................................61

Using on-screen menu icons ...................................................62

Common procedures...................................................................62

Icons for disc information............................................................63

Icons for unit information............................................................. 64

Repeat play [A]............................................................................65

A-B repeat play [B] ......................................................................65

Enjoying virtual surround sound effects (V.S.S.) [C].................... 65

Marking places to play again—MARKER.................................... 66

Auto recording from Digital Video (DV) equipment ............... 67

Child Lock..................................................................................68

To activate the child lock.............................................................68

To cancel the child lock...............................................................68

Upgrading your system ............................................................68

Enjoying more powerful sound....................................................68

Connecting a digital amplifier or system component [A].............. 69

Connecting an analog amplifier or system component [B] .......... 69

Connecting a Decoder [C] ...........................................................70

Connecting a satellite receiver or digital receiver [D] .................. 70

Connecting a video cassette recorder [E].................................... 71

Changing the unit’s settings.................................................... 72

Common procedures...................................................................72

Summary of settings ...................................................................73

Entering a password ...................................................................76

Digital output ............................................................................... 76

Off Timer Setting .........................................................................77

Remote Setting ...........................................................................78

Operating other Panasonic DVD equipment

with the remote control ............................................................78

Clock Settings .............................................................................79

Channel Settings......................................................................... 81

Power Save Setting.....................................................................84

Language Settings ......................................................................85

Country Settings..........................................................................85

Re-initialize Setting ..................................................................... 85

On-screen displays...................................................................86

Changing the information displayed............................................86

Display examples........................................................................86

Maintenance and Handling.......................................................87

Maintenance................................................................................87

Disc handling............................................................................... 87

Glossary.....................................................................................87

Self-diagnosis............................................................................90

Error displays............................................................................91

Troubleshooting guide.............................................................92

Specifications............................................................................95

Index...........................................................................................96

ENGLISH

The remote control

R6, AA

(1)

(1) Push in and down on the (j) end. (2) Remote control signal sensor (3) 7 m (4) Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

(4)

(2)

(3)

TVDVD

Batteries

≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not;

≥mix old and new batteries. ≥use different types at the same time. ≥heat or expose to flame. ≥take apart or short circuit. ≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire. If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer. Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place. Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even when held close to the front panel.

Use

Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

≥Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust. ≥Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct sunlight, and the glass doors

on cabinets.

Do not;

≥put heavy objects on the remote control. ≥take the remote control apart. ≥spill liquids onto the remote control.

[B]

[A]

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

Inside of unit

Do not disassemble. Do not service.

Ne Pas Démonter. Réservé Au Personnel Autorisé.

Nicht auseinandernehmen. Keine Reparatur oder Wartung erlaubt.

DANGER

ATTENTION

VORSICHT

VARNING

VGN9336-1Z

VISIBLE OR INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE OU INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FASCEAU.

SICHTBARE ODER UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG,WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

SYNLIG ELLER OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG.

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

ENTER

FRAME

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

The remote control (continued)

Television operation

You can control televisions by changing the remote control code.

Preparation

≥Turn on the television. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.

Refer to the chart below for the code for your television.

Press and hold [TV, Í] and enter the two-digit code with the numeric buttons.

≥For example: 01, press [0] )[1]. ≥After entering the code, test the remote control by turning on the television and changing

channels.

Note

≥If there is more than one code, repeat the procedure until you find the code that allows correct

operation.

≥Repeat this procedure after you change the batteries. ≥If your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your television does not allow control

of your television, this remote is not compatible with your television.

List of TVs Compatible with the unit’s Remote Control Brand: Code

Panasonic 01, 02, 03, 04 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 GOODMANS 05, 06, 31 GRUNDIG 09 HITACHI 22, 23, 31, 40, 41, 42 INNO HIT 34 IRRADIO 30 ITT 25 JVC 17, 39 LOEWE 07 METZ 28, 31 MITSUBISHI 06, 19, 20 MIVAR 24 NEC 36

Brand: Code

NOKIA 25, 26, 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 SANSUI 05, 31, 33 SANYO 21 SBR 06 SCHNEIDER 05, 06, 29, 30, 31 SELECO 06, 25 SHARP 18 SIEMENS 09 SINUDYNE 05, 06, 33 SONY 08 TELEFUNKEN 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 THOMSON 10, 15 TOSHIBA 16 WHITE WESTINGHOUSE

05, 06

Operation: Button

On and off: [TV, Í] Video input mode: [TV, TV/AV] Channels: [TV, W, X] Volume: [TV, VOL, i, j] Numeric: [0-9, ]

TV aspect: [TV ASPECT] TV/Teletext mode: [TV/TEXT] Teletext: Colour buttons

Discs

Discs you can use

The features you can use with the different types of discs are indicated as follows.

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

Audio CDs

Video CDs

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

For your reference

≥[DVD-R] indicates DVD-R that have not yet been finalized (page

43) and can still be recorded on.

≥DVD-R that have been finalized can use the same features as

DVD-Video. (Refer to features indicated [DVD-V].)

DVD-Video

Discs you can use for recording and play

Logos for the discs you can record on and play

Disc type

DVDRAM

DVDR

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem with the unit or disc, and accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by such loss. Examples of causes of such losses are

(1) A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD

(2) A disc used as described in 1) and then played again in this

(3) A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computer

Logo Regulation Indication used

[4.7 GB / 9.4 GB, 5” (12 cm)] [2.8 GB 3” (8 cm)]

4.7 GB for General Ver.2.0

recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company.

unit.

disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this unit.

in instructions

[RAM]

[DVD-R]

Play-only discs

Discs you can play-only and their logos

Disc type

DVDVideo

Audio CD

Video CD

Region Management Information (DVD-Video only)

Region number are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they are sold.

≥For Continental Europe : “2” ≥For Asia : “3” ≥For Australia and N.Z. : “4”

DVD-Video can be played on this unit if their region number is the same or includes the same number, or if the DVD is marked “ALL”. Confirm the region number for this unit before choosing discs. The number for this unit is indicated on the rear panel of the unit.

Playing CD-R and CD-RW

This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio) and Video CD format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized completion of recording. It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.

Note

≥The producer of the material can control how these discs are

played. This means that you may not be able to control play of a disc with some operations described in these operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

Logo Video system Indication used

PAL / NTSC [DVD-V]

– [CD]

PAL / NTSC [VCD]

in instructions

ALL

upon

Note

≥Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints,

dirt, dust, and scratches on the recording surface may make it impossible to use the disc for recording.

≥If you use DVD-RAM cartridges, you can protect your recordings

with the write protected tab (page 91). With the tab in this position, you cannot record to the disc, delete programmes with the direct navigator,edit with the play list screen, or format the disc.

≥This unit is compatible with both non-cartridge and cartridge

DVD-RAM, but cartridge-type discs give better protection to your valuable recordings.

For your reference ≥DVD-RAM recorded on this unit cannot be played on

incompatible players (including players manufactured by Panasonic).

≥Using a Panasonic DVD-RAM, you can record broadcasts that

allow you to make one copy, such as some satellite broadcasts.

≥This unit cannot record PAL signals to discs containing NTSC

signals or vice versa.

≥This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC

signals. Play of discs recorded with both PAL and NTSC on another unit is not guaranteed.

Discs (continued)

Discs that cannot be played

≥DVD-Video with a region number other than the number for this

unit or “All”

≥Some DVD-R ≥DVD-RAM (2.6 GB/5.2 GB) ≥DVD-ROM ≥DVD-RW ≥DVD-Audio ≥iRW ≥CD-ROM ≥CDV ≥CD-G ≥CVD ≥SVCD ≥SACD ≥MV-Disc ≥PD ≥Photo CD ≥Divx Video Disc, etc.Discs ≥Play of non-standard Video CDs and Super Video CDs is not

guaranteed.

DVD-R

You can play DVD-R on compatible DVD players by finalizing [the process that allows recordings on DVD-R to be played on compatible DVD players, (page 43)] them on this unit, effectively making them into DVD-Video.

ªBefore finalizing

You can record onto the available space on the disc and perform editing functions, such as giving titles to discs and programs and erasing programmes. You cannot record to or edit DVD-R with this unit if it was recorded with another unit, whether it is finalized or not. You cannot record over parts that have been recorded. Erasing programmes will not increase the discís available time.

ªAfter finalizing

The video and audio is recorded according to the DVD-Video specifications, and your very own DVD-Video is created.

≥The titles you entered with this unit appear as menus. ≥Programmes longer than 5 minutes are divided into five-minute

chapters.

≥These DVD-R can no longer be recorded on or edited. ≥These DVD-R can be played on other DVD players, but this is not

guaranteed. Play may not be possible due to the player you are using, the DVD-R, or the condition of the recording. Use this unit to play the disc if the player is unable.

Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs. http://www.matsushita-europe.com/ (For Continental Europe) http://www.panasonic.com.au/dvd_rec (For Australia)

For your reference

≥It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording

management information after recording finishes.

≥To record on DVD-R, this unit optimizes the disc for each

recording. Optimizing is carried out when you start recording after inserting the disc or turning the unit on. Recording may become impossible after the disc is optimized more than 50 times.

≥The first 30 seconds of a programme may not be recorded if you

make successive timer recordings.

≥The video is recorded in a 4:3 aspect irrespective of the video

signal input. Use the television's screen modes to change the screen size for play.

≥Some broadcasts carry signals that allow you to make one copy,

but you cannot record these broadcast with DVD-R. Use DVD-RAM to record these kinds of broadcast.

≥Play may be impossible in some cases due the condition of the

recording.

≥We recommend using DVD-R manufactured by Panasonic as

they have been tested to be compatible with this unit.

≥You cannot change audio type if a DVD-R is in the unit. Select

the audio type (M1 or M2) before recording by going to “Bilingual

Selection for DVD-R” in the “Sound” menu. For details about the kind of audio recorded when using DVD-R and recording from DV equipment, see page 37.

Audio format logos

Dolby Digital (pages 68 and 87)

This unit can play Dolby Digital in stereo (2 channels). Connect an amplifier with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder to enjoy surround sound.

DTS Digital Surround (pages 68 and 87) Connect this unit to equipment that has a DTS decoder to enjoy DVDs with this mark.

Types of disc for the type of connected TV

When you use the discs recorded either PAL or NTSC, refer to this table.

TV type Disc Yes/No

Multisystem TV

NTSC TV

PAL TV

If you select “NTSC” in “NTSC Signal Output” (page 75), the

picture may be clearer.

If you select “PAL 60” in “NTSC Signal Output” (page 75), the

picture may be clearer. If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the picture will not be shown correctly.

Discs and accessories

≥DVD-RAM

You can also record signals which allow you to make one copy, onto these discs.

9.4-GB, double-sided, type 4 cartridge: LM-AD240E

4.7-GB, single-sided, type 2 cartridge: LM-AB120E (set of 3, LM-AB120E3)

4.7-GB, single-sided, non-cartridge: LM-AF120E (set of 3, LM-AF120Q3) (For Asia, Australia and New Zealand)

≥DVD-R

4.7-GB, single-sided, non-cartridge: LM-RF120E

≥DVD-RAM/PD Disc cleaner:

FLF-K200DCA1

≥DVD-RAM/PD Lens cleaner:

FLF-K123LCA1

PAL Yes

NTSC Yes

PAL No

NTSC Yes*

PAL Yes

NTSC Yes*

Control reference guide

The illustration shows DMR-E20 for the Continental Europe.

Main unit

Page

(1) DVD on/off button (Í/I). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 013

≥To switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In

the standby mode, the unit is still connected to the mains.

≥In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of

power.

(2) Standby indicator

≥When the unit in connected to the AC power supply cord, this

indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

(3) Recording mode button (REC MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

(4) Channel up/down button (W, X). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

(5) Recording button (¥, REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

(6) Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

(7) Disc tray open/close button (<, OPEN/CLOSE) . . . . . . . 15

(8) Stop button (∫) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

(9) Pause button (;). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

(10)Play button (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

ªOpening the front panel

Open the front panel to access other controls and input terminals.

(11)Time slip button and roller (TIME SLIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

(12)AV3 input terminal (AV3 IN). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

(13)DV input terminal (DV INPUT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

(14)External link button (EXT LINK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

(15)Timer recording button (Á, TIMER REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

(16)Disc tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

(17)Top window button (TOP WINDOW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

(18)Cursor buttons (3, 4, 2, 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

(19)Enter button (ENTER). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

(20)Return button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

(21)Slow/Search buttons (SLOW/SEARCH, 6, 5). . . . . 17

(22)Skip buttons (SKIP, :, 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8)(9)(10)(11)

REC MODE

DV INPUT

(

12)(13)(14)(15

REC

EXT LINK

TIMER

REC

)(16)(

OPEN/CLOSE

TOP

WINDOW

17)(18)(19)(20)(21)(22

TIME SLIP

RETURN

ENTER

)

(23)

(

3 5

(

Remote control

(23)TV channel buttons (TV, W, X). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05

(24)TV on/off button (TV, Í). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05

(25)Television input mode selector (TV, TV/AV). . . . . . . . . . 05

(26)Top menu and Direct Navigator button

(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 44

(27)Joystick (3, 4, 2, 1)/Enter button (ENTER) . . . . . . . . 16

(28)Manual programming and check button

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

ENTER

FRAME

PAUSE PLAY

REC MODE

MANUAL

SELECT

SKIP

AV LINK

MARKER

TVDVD

VOL

STATUS

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

LAST

AUDIO

TIMER

SETUP

REC

RETURN

TV/TEXT

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PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

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STOP

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(PROG/CHECK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

(29)Top window and TV aspect button

(TOP WINDOW, TV ASPECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

(30)ShowView button (SV/V+) (For Continental Europe)

G-code button (G-CODE) (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia) . 30

(31)Time slip button (TIME SLIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

(32)Manual skip button (MANUAL SKIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

(33)Direct TV recording button (¥, DIRECT TV REC) . . . . . . 25

(34)DVD/TV switch (DVD, TV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

(35)AV link button (AV LINK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

(36)TV volume up/down buttons (TV VOL, r, s) . . . . . . . . . 05

(37)Display button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

(38)Menu and Play List button (MENU, PLAY LIST) . . . . 16, 53

(39)On-screen menu display and TV/TEXT button

(STATUS, TV/TEXT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

(40)Frame advance and frame reverse buttons (FRAME) . . 17

(41)Numeric buttons (0–9, – /– –) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

≥When selecting a title, chapter, track, programme, or play list

Example: “5”: [0] )[5] Example: “15”: [1] )[5]

≥When selecting a page of play list scene

Example: “5”: [0] )[0] )[5] Example: “15”: [0] )[1] )[5]

≥When selecting a television channel

Example: “5”: [5] Example: “15”: [ ] )[1] )[5]

(42)Cancel button (CANCEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

(43)Last marker button (LAST MARKER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

(44)Audio button (AUDIO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

(45)Set up button (SET UP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

(46)Input select button (INPUT SELECT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Page

function the same as the controls on the unit.

Buttons such as

The unit’s display

Control reference guide (continued)

Center circle Rotating (REC): recording Stopped (REC): recording paused

Rotating (REC, PLAY):

recording and playing simultaneously or Time Slip is in progress

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(1) Disc type

DVD-RAM: DVD-RAM DVD-R: DVD-R DVD VIDEO: DVD-Video VIDEO CD: Video CD CD: Audio CD

(2) Play mode

PGM: programme play RND: random play

A-B : A-B repeat play

: repeat play

PGM : programme repeat play

(3) Multi-angle (page 63) (4) Audio signal type

MLT.CH: a signal with 3 or more channels

(5) DVD indicator

Illuminated:

in the DVD mode with AV LINK Function (page 70)

(6) Timer programme display

On:

when a programme for timer recording is on (pages 31 and 34)

Flashes:

when there are less than 10 minutes to go before timer recording is programmed, but the unit is not on standby.

(7) Recording mode (pages 24 and 31)

XP: High-quality mode SP: Normal mode LP: Long play mode (4 hours) EP: Long play mode (6 hours) XP SP LP EP (all on):

FR (flexible recording) mode (only with timer recording)

(8) Timer indicator

ON: the start time for a timer recording OFF: the end time for a timer recording or the time left until

recording stops

(9) The display mode of the main display section

TITLE: title number TRACK: track number CHAP: chapter number PG: programme number PL: play list number

(10)Volume level meter

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Rotating (PLAY): playing Stopped (PLAY): play paused

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(11)EXT Link

On:

when EXT LINK function is on (page 25)

(12)Channel

1, 2, 3, ....., 99 / AV1,AV2, AV3, AV4 / DV

(13)Main display section

timer recording Recording and play counter Remaining disc time Current time Title, track, chapter, direct navigator and play list page numbers Miscellaneous messages etc.

Connecting and Setting up

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If you are connecting your unit to a television with [Q Link]°1, follow these steps. (For Continental Europe) Begin here also if you have a television with [DATA LOGIC]° For details, also read your television’s operating instructions.

, [Easy Link]°3, [Megalogic]°4 or [SMARTLINK]°5 and a 21-pin Scart socket.

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Hints:

≥Q Link offers a range of convenient functions. For example, downloading of the tuning positions of all available television stations into your

unit’s memory if you connect the unit to your television with a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied). Features similar to Q Link have different names and may not work the same.

[Q Link] is a registered trademark of Panasonic.

[DATA LOGIC] is a registered trademark of Metz.

[Easy Link] is a registered trademark of Philips.

[Megalogic] is a registered trademark of Grundig.

[SMARTLINK] is a registered trademark of Sony.

For details, refer to your television’s operating instructions or consult your dealer.

≥Unlike in most commercially available 21-pin Scart cables, all 21 pins of one plug on a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable are connected to the

matching pins on the other end of the cable.

Connecting and Setting up (continued)

Preset Download (To Simultaneously set up this unit with a new television)

First, switch this unit to standby.

Switch on the television.

≥The television starts tuning all available stations and adjusting

the clock.

≥When the television finishes its own auto setup, this unit switches

on and starts downloading the setup data from the television (if it has [Q Link] or [DATA LOGIC]).

≥If your television has [Easy Link], [Megalogic] or [SMARTLINK],

the Country setting menu appears on the television. Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the country and press [ENTER].

Preset Download (To set up this unit with a television in use)

Switch on the television.

Select the AV input on your television.

Press [ÍÍÍÍ/I] to switch the unit on.

≥Downloading of the setup data starts (if your television has

[Q Link] or [DATA LOGIC]).

≥If your television has [Easy Link], [Megalogic] or

[SMARTLINK], the Country setting menu appears on the television. Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the country and press [ENTER].

≥Downloading starts. ≥Downloading is complete when you see the television picture.

Note:

≥If you switch on this unit before switching on the television,

downloading may not be performed correctly. Follow these steps if this occurs.

1) Wait until Auto Setup is complete on both the television and this unit.

2) Press [SET UP] to display the “Settings” menu on the television.

3) Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Tuning” and then “Download”.

4) Press [ENTER] and select “Yes”. Downloading starts. ≥Downloading is complete when you see the television

picture.

Hints:

≥If you have a Panasonic television, starting downloading will

automatically display “Download”. If you have a different television, however, “Download” may not appear. Select the AV input on your television to see “Download”.

≥If you select “Schweiz”, “Suisse”, or “Svizzera” in the Country

setting menu, another menu appears to let you set “Power Save” to “On”. In this setting, the unit’s power consumption is minimised when it is switched to standby. To turn the unit on, press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit. On the remote control will not work.

≥Downloading starts. ≥Downloading is complete when you see the television

picture.

Hint:

≥If you select “Schweiz”, “Suisse”, or “Svizzera” in the Country

Use a 21-pin Scart cable or Audio/Video cable (S-Video cable).

Connecting and Setting up (continued)

Follow these steps if you connect your unit to a television using an RF coaxial cable and a 21-pin Scart cable. (AV Connection) An RF Coaxial cable must be connected to watch television even if a 21-pin Scart cable is also used to connect unit to the television.

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Follow these steps if you connect your unit to a television using an S-Video cable. (S-Video Connection) An RF Coaxial cable must be connected to watch television.

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Connecting and Setting up (continued)

Auto Setup

Auto Setup automatically tunes all available stations and sets the unit’s clock to the current date and time.

Press [ÍÍÍÍ/I] to switch the unit on.

≥The Country setting menu appears on the television.

Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the country.

Press [ENTER].

≥Auto Setup starts. This takes about 5 minutes. ≥Auto Setup is complete when you see the television picture.

To cancel Auto Setup before it finishes

Press [RETURN].

If the clock setting menu appears after Auto Setup finishes

1) Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to set the correct time and date.

2) Press [ENTER] to conclude the setting.

To confirm that stations have been tuned correctly

See page 81.

When no stations have been set, confirm all connections and restart Auto Setup

See page 83.

When station names or channel numbers have not been set correctly

See page 81.

Hint:

≥If you select “Schweiz”, “Suisse”, or “Svizzera” in the Country setting menu, another menu

appears to let you set “Power Save” to “On”. In this setting, the unit’s power consumption is minimised when it is switched to standby. To turn the unit on, press and hold [Í] on the main unit. On the remote control will not work.

Selecting TV screen type

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

ENTER

FRAME

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

The aspect ratio is factory set to 4:3 for a regular television. You do not have to change this setting if you have a regular 4:3 aspect television.

Preparation

≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

Press [ÍÍÍÍ] to turn this unit on.

Press [SET UP] to show the menus.

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Use the joystick [2, 1] to select the “Connection” tab.

Use the joystick [3, 4] to select “TV Aspect” and press [ENTER].

Use the joystick [3, 4] to select the TV aspect and press [ENTER].

≥4:3 (factory setting) ≥16:9

ªTo return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

For your reference

Apart from “TV Aspect”, other settings also affect how video appears on your television. Check the following if video doesn’t appear correctly on your television.

≥“Connection”—“4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM” or “4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video” (page 75). ≥The video setting on the disc. How video appears is often specified by the disc itself. ≥The video settings on your television.

Playing discs

123

∫

VOL

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

OPEN/CLOSE

STOP

REC

TIME SLIP

DIRECT TV REC

ENTER

FRAME

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PAUSE PLAY

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC MODE

CANCEL

INPUT

MANUAL

SELECT

SKIP

LAST

AV LINK

MARKER

TVDVD

SETUP

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

Press [ÍÍÍÍ] to turn the unit on.

Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert a disc.

;

≥Insert inside the tray’s guides. ≥Insert one disc only.

Press [1, PLAY].

e.g.:DVD-RAM

Insert label-up with the arrow facing in.

≥The disc tray closes and play begins.

(The unit takes some time to read the disc before play starts.)

ªTo stop play [A]

Press [∫, STOP] (page 16, Starting play from where you stopped it). ≥A screen similar to the illustrated may appear when you stop play.

Press [∫, STOP] again and you can use this unit’s tuner to watch television. This screen is also shown when you are playing CDs.

ªTo pause play

Press [;, PAUSE]. Press again to restart playing.

ªAuto power-off

The unit switches to the standby mode after about 2 or 6 hours in the stop mode if you set the time (page 73, Settings— Off Timer).

ªWith non-cartridge discs

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(2)

(1) Insert label-up. (With double-sided discs, load so the label for the side you want to play is

facing up.) (2) Guide for 5 (3) Guide for 3

(12 cm) disc

(8 cm) disc

Playing discs (continued)

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

ENTER

FRAME

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

When a menu screen appears on the television

[DVD-V] [VCD] Operate menus with the following operations. Actual operations depend on the disc.

Press the numeric buttons to select an item, or move the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select an item and press [ENTER].

≥You can return to menus after you start play by pressing [TOP MENU] or [MENU] (DVD-Video),

or [RETURN] (Video CD).

Note

≥The disc continues to rotate while the menu is displayed even after you finish playing an item.

Press [∫, STOP] when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.

≥Volume may be lower when playing DVD-Video than when playing other discs or during

television broadcasts. If you turn the volume up on the television or amplifier, ensure you reduce the volume again before playing other sources or returning to the television so that a sudden increase in output

does not occur.

For your reference ≥If “” appears on the television

The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.

≥If a disc is loaded, the unit will come on and play will start when you press [1, PLAY]. ≥If you play a disc that includes parts without video, the unit may display the video from the disc

you were playing immediately before that disc.

Starting play from where you stopped it (Resume Function)

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

During play

Press [∫, STOP].

≥The unit remembers the position.

Press [1, PLAY] while the indicated part of the center

circle appears on the display.

≥Play starts from where you stopped it.

ªTo cancel the resume function

Press [∫, STOP] while the indicated part of the center circle appears on the display. (The position is also cleared when you turn the unit off.)

ªTo start play from a memorized position after turning the unit off

Press [LAST MARKER] during play. (The message “Position Memorized” appears on the television.) Now when you press [1, PLAY] after switching the unit to standby and back on, play starts from the memorized position.

For your reference

[DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

≥The position memorized when you press [∫, STOP] or [LAST MARKER] is cleared when you

open the disc tray.

[RAM] ≥The last marker is written to the disc and remains intact until you mark a different position.

You cannot mark positions if the disc is write-protected with DISC INFORMATION (page 39) or with the write protect tab (page 91). Release the protection before marking position.

≥If you press [∫, STOP] before switching the unit to standby after pressing [LAST MARKER] to

memorize a position, play will resume from the position you pressed [∫, STOP] when you press [1, PLAY].

≥The position memorized when you press [∫, STOP] is cleared when you switch the unit to

standby or if the unit switches to standby automatically (page 73, Setting s — Off Timer).

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

ENTER

TOP WINDOW

FRAME

TV ASPECT

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

VOL

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

Playing discs (continued)

Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

During play

Press [6, SLOW/SEARCH] or [5, SLOW/SEARCH].

[6]: backward [5]: forward

DVD-RAM

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≥There are five search speeds. Each press increases the search speed. ≥The search speed is maintained when you release the button.

≥Press [1, PLAY] to restart play. ≥You will hear sound at speed one (only forward) when playing DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-Video,

and Video CDs. You can turn this sound off if you want to (page 74, Sound—Sound during Search).

≥Sound is not heard during follow-on play and simultaneous recording and play.

Slow-motion play

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD]

While paused

Press [6, SLOW/SEARCH] or [5, SLOW/SEARCH].

[6]: backward (does not work with Video CDs) [5]: forward

≥There are five slow-motion speeds. Each press increases the slow-motion speed. ≥The slow-motion speed is maintained when you release the button. ≥Press [1, PLAY] to restart play.

Frame-by-frame viewing

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Remote control only

While paused

Press [2;, FRAME] or [;1, FRAME].

[2;]: backward (does not work with Video CDs) [;1]: forward

≥Each press shows the next or previous frame. ≥Press [1, PLAY] to restart play.

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

ENTER

TOP WINDOW

FRAME

TV ASPECT

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

VOL

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

Playing discs (continued)

Skipping

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

You can skip to the beginning of tracks (page 89) and chapters (page 89) and restart play from there. On DVD-RAM and DVD-R, you can skip to the start of a programme and start play from there. The section between the point where recording is started and the point where it is stopped is called a “programme”.

During play or while paused

Press [:, SKIP] or [9, SKIP].

[:]: backward [9]: forward Each press increases the number of skips.

For your reference

≥After skipping, the unit returns to the previous state, play or pause. ≥Press [1, PLAY] to restart play if it was paused. ≥Pressing [:] or [9] while a DVD menu is being shown or while the playback control

feature on Video CDs (page 89) is working may take you to a menu screen.

≥You can also mark positions to skip to (page 66).

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[:]

(1) Play position (2) Twice (3) Once (4) Chapter/track

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(5) Three times (6) The programme before (7) Current programme (8) The programme after

Starting play from a selected programme, title, chapter or track

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

Remote control only

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

During play or while stopped

Press the numeric buttons to select the item.

(page 8)

≥This works only when stopped with some discs (the screen saver is on the television).

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

ENTER

TOP WINDOW

FRAME

TV ASPECT

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

Playing discs (continued)

Manual Skip

[RAM] [DVD-R]

RETURN

TOP

WINDOW

ENTER

Remote control only

You can skip commercials easily with this feature.

1·2

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

During play

Press [MANUAL SKIP].

Play restarts from approximately 30 seconds later.

Selecting an amount of time to skip— Time Slip

[RAM] [DVD-R]

Main unit only

You can set an amount of time and then skip with one press of a button.

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

During play

Turn [TIME SLIP] on the main unit.

≥Turn up to increase in one-minute units.

≥Turn down to decrease in one-minute units.

Within 5 seconds

Press [TIME SLIP] on the main unit to enter the time.

≥Play skips the time you entered.

Note

You cannot use this feature while a “DIRECT NAVIGATOR” (page 44) or “PLAY LIST” (page 53) screen is being displayed.

Playing discs (continued)

Changing audio

[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Remote control only

You can change the audio being received or played with the following procedure.

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

During reception or play

Press [AUDIO] to select the audio type.

How the type changes depends on when you press the button.

ªWhile receiving a TV programme with Stereo [A]

When receiving a TV programme with the Stereo, Bilingual or NICAM sound system, the type of

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

SKIP

STOP

ENTER

FRAME

PAUSE PLAY

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

VOL

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

sound system in which it is broadcast is automatically indicated.

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC

REC MODE

CANCEL

INPUT

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SELECT

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

Stereo: When receiving a STEREO/NICAM stereo broadcast. M1/M2: When receiving a Billingual/NICAM dual-sound broadcast. M1: When receiving a NICAM monaural broadcast.

ªWhile playing a television programme recorded on DVD-RAM [B]

If it is a recording of a stereo broadcast

LR>L>R

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ªWhile playing a DVD Video [C]

You can change the audio channel number each time you press the button. This allows you to change things like the soundtrack language.

ªWhile playing a Video CD [D]

LR>L>R

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Stereo

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For your reference

≥You can also use the on-screen menu icons to change the audio type. ≥You can change the audio for the images being played with simultaneous recording and play

and Time Slip.

ªWhen you have connected the unit to other equipment with an optical digital

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Play

L R

Digital

2 FRAÎ3/2.1 ch

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V-CD

Play

L R

cable

You cannot change the audio type when you have used only an optical digital cable for connection.

When using DVD-R

You cannot use [AUDIO] or the on-screen menu icons to change audio type while playing or recording with DVD-R.

≥While receiving a TV broadcast

You can use the SET UP menus to select which audio type is recorded, either “M1” or “M2”. “M1” is the default setting.

≥During play

The audio type selected for recording is played. This is displayed as “LR”.

(1) e.g.: “Stereo” is selected (2) e.g.: “LR” is selected (3) e.g.: English is the selected language (4) The language is switched to French (5) e.g.: “LR” is selected

Playing discs (continued)

TV/AV

VOL

Programme play

[CD] [VCD] You can select up to 100 tracks to play in the order you choose.

OPEN/CLOSE

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

STOP

REC

TIME SLIP

DIRECT TV REC

ENTER

FRAME

SLOW/SEARCH

PAUSE PLAY

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

TVDVD

SETUP

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

SKIP

123

456

789

SV/V+

REC MODE

MANUAL

SKIP

AV LINK

RETURN

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

While stopped

Press [TOP WINDOW].

Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “PROGRAMME PLAY” and press

[ENTER].

Press the numeric buttons to select the track.

Repeat step 3 to select other tracks.

≥You can also use the joystick to select tracks.

Track number

Programme number

Total time of the programme

1) Press [ENTER], then use the joystick [3, 4] to select the track.

2) Press [ENTER].

Press [1, PLAY].

≥Play starts in the programmed sequence.

ªTo move to the page before or after the one shown

Press [6] or [5].

ªTo clear the programmed tracks one by one

1) Use the joystick [3, 4] to select the track you want to clear.

2) Press [CANCEL]. Alternatively, use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Clear” and press [ENTER].

ªTo clear the whole programme

Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “All Clear” and press [ENTER]. ≥The whole programme is also cleared when you turn the unit off or open the disc tray.

ªTo exit the programme mode

1) Press [∫, STOP] until the programme play screen is displayed.

2) Press [TOP WINDOW] or [RETURN].

Playing discs (continued)

TV/AV

VOL

Random play

[CD] [VCD]

The unit plays the tracks on a disc in random order.

OPEN/CLOSE

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

STOP

SKIP

ENTER

FRAME

SLOW/SEARCH

PAUSE PLAY

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

While stopped

Press [TOP WINDOW].

Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “RANDOM PLAY” and press

[ENTER].

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REC

TIME SLIP

DIRECT

TV REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

SKIP

AV LINK

TVDVD

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

Press [1, PLAY].

ªTo cancel random play

1) Press [∫] until the random play screen appears.

2) Press [TOP WINDOW] or [RETURN].

Recording television programmes

435 21

[RAM] [DVD-R]

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

Press [Í] to turn the unit on.

Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert a disc.

VOL

TV/AV

STOP

SKIP

FRAME

PAUSE PLAY

OPEN/CLOSE

ENTER

SLOW/SEARCH

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

≥Insert one disc only within the tray’s guides.

≥Use a disc that can be recorded on and that has enough space available.

≥Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.

≥When using a DVD-RAM for the first time with this unit, format it to ensure accurate

recording (page 42, “Format”). Check the disc carefully to ensure it doesn’t contain programmes you want to keep.

Press [W, X] to select the channel.

Press [REC MODE] to select the recording mode.

≥Select “XP”, “SP”, “LP”, or “EP” (page 24).

Press [¥ REC] to start recording.

≥Video system recorded on the disc is PAL system only.

≥The programme is recorded into the available space on the disc.

ªTo pause recording

Press [;, PAUSE].

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REC

TIME SLIP

DIRECT TV REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

SKIP

AV LINK

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

AUDIO

MARKER

TIMER

TVDVD

SETUP

REC

Press again to restart recording.

ªTo stop recording

Press [∫, STOP].

ªTo select channels with the remote control

Press the numeric buttons. (page 8)

ªConvenient features

≥Follow-on play—playing from the beginning of the programme you are recording (page 26). ≥Simultaneous recording and play—watching a programme you recorded while recording

another (page 26).

≥Time Slip-checking the images you are recordin (page 27).

Note

≥Check that disc can be recorded on (page 6). ≥Ensure the write protect tab is not set to “PROTECT” (page 91). ≥Ensure the disc is not write-protected with DISC INFORMATION (page 40). ≥Set “Input signal-TV System” to “PAL” when recording PAL system (page 75).

(1)

≥Recording cannot be performed correctly if you try to record PAL system to a disc that already

contains recordings using NTSC.

ªRe-inserting double-sided discs

(2)

Reverse

(3)

(1) Insert label-up with the arrow facing in.

(with double-sided discs, load so the label for the side you want to record is facing up.)

(2) e.g.: When you have selected

channel 4

(3) e.g.: When you have selected “XP”

Front

You can get up to 12 hours recording when you use double-sided discs and use the “EP” mode.

Turn over

15:32.54 24/9

PRG2 1:12.12 FR PRG1 0:30.04 SP

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

ENTER

TOP WINDOW

FRAME

TV ASPECT

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

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REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT

TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

Remain 2 :34 FR

(4)

VOL

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

(1)

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

(2)

Recording television programmes (continued)

ªRecording modes

For example, with a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM

RETURN

TOP

WINDOW

ENTER

XP: High quality pictures, approximately one hour recording. SP: Standard quality pictures than LP, approximately two hours recording. LP: Better quality pictures than EP, approximately four hours recording. EP: Lesser picture quality than LP, but capable of a maximum of six hours recording.

ªTo check the remaining time and the current mode during recording [A]

Press [STATUS] several times.

For your reference

≥You can record up to 99 programmes on one disc. ≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during recording. You can change them

while recording is paused, but the material is recorded as a separate programme.

≥An error message appears if you try to start recording when a disc is full; the remaining time will

be shown as “0:00”. To continue recording, erase unneeded programmes (DVD-RAM only (page 46), Erasing programmes) or use another disc.

≥There are limitations when recording to DVD-R (page 7). ≥The message “Can not record on the disc.” is displayed when recording was not completed

correctly. Check the discs for dirt or scratches.

One Touch Recording—Specify a time to stop recording

[B]

[RAM] [DVD-R]

Main unit only

This is a simple way of making timer recordings when you are in a hurry or before you go to bed. You can set the time up to 4 hours in advance.

While recording

Press [¥ REC] on the main unit to select the recording time.

The time increases as illustrated each time you press the button. The counter decreases in 1-minute units after you set a time. You can change the time again with the same operation. When the time you set is reached, recording stops and the unit switches to standby.

ªTo cancel

During recording, press [¥ REC] until the counter appears.

(3)

DVD-RAM

REC

PLAY

L R

≥Recording continues.

(5)

ªTo show the time remaining until recording finishes [C] Press [STATUS] severel times.

For your reference

≥This does not work during timer recordings. ≥You cannot use the remote control to specify a time for recording to stop. ≥Recording stops and the set time is cleared if you press [∫, STOP]. ≥The set time is cleared if you pause recording and cause another programme to be recorded.

DVD-RAM

REC/OTR 30

ARD

Stereo

L R

(5)

(1) Available recording time (2) Recording mode (3) Counter (Timer not set) (4) Each time you press the button: (5) Shows recording will stop in 30 minutes

ªTo Manually Adjust the Audio Recording Level

The unit adjusts the recording level automatically to prevent sound distortion due to excessive peaks. However, if you want to manually adjust the audio recording level, perform the operation steps below before you start the actual recording. We recommended you to adjust the level so that it peaks at approximately +4 dB on the recording level indicator.

Before recording, press [AUDIO] in 5 seconds or more.

To adjust the left (L) and right (R) channels simultaneously:

Use the joystick [2222, 1111] to adjust the audio recording level.

Press [RETURN] to exit the On Screen Display.

Note

≥You cannot adjust the audio recording level when DV input recording.

Recording television programmes (continued)

ªTo immediately record the same TV programme that you are viewing on the

TIME SLIP

REC MODE

REC

EXT LINK TIMER REC

DV INPUT

OPEN/CLOSE

RETURN

TOP

WINDOW

ENTER

TV (Direct TV Recording)

This function allows you to immediately start recording the same programme that you are viewing on the TV. The programme position selected on the unit automatically changes to that of the TV programme

VOL

TV/AV

OPEN/CLOSE

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

STOP

SKIP

ENTER

FRAME

SLOW/SEARCH

PAUSE PLAY

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

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REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

that you are viewing on the TV. When you stop the recording, the unit automatically switches back to the previously selected programme position. Conditions for correct operation of the Direct TV Recording function:

≥Your TV must be equipped with the [Q Link] function. ≥The unit must be connected to the TV via a fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable.

To perform Direct TV Recording:

Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray and insert a disc.

Press [DIRECT TV REC].

≥Recording of the TV programme that you are viewing on the TV starts.

≥In some cases, it may not be possible to change the programme position on the TV during

Direct TV Recording.

≥Do not press [AV LINK] during Direct TV REC, otherwise the recording may not be

performed correctly.

Press [∫, STOP] to stop recording.

ªLinked timer recordings with external equipment (EXT LINK)

If an external equipment (for example a satellite receiver) with a timer function is connected to the AV2 socket of this unit by a 21-pin cable, it is possible to control the recording of the unit from this equipment. For the connection to the external equipment, see page 70.

[RAM] [DVD-R]

Preparation

≥Make sure that “AV2 Connection” is set to “Ext Link 1” or “Ext Link 2”. (page 75) ≥Timer programming has to be done on the external equipment and switch to the timer

recording standby mode. Refer to the equipment’s operating instructions.

Press [EXT LINK] on the unit to switch the unit over to the timer recording standby mode.

≥The unit continues to record as long as the satellite or digital receiver is transmitting video.

To delete it, press [ENTER]. To cancel the external control, turn off the timer recording standby mode of the unit by pressing [EXT LINK] again.

For your reference

≥To switch TV automatically to the picture from the unit in playback mode, connect the AV1

socket of this unit to the TV by a 21-pin cable.

≥This function does not work with some equipment. Refer to the equipmentís operating

instructions.

≥The beginnings of recordings may not be recorded correctly in some cases. ≥When “AV2 Connection” is set to “Ext Link 2”, this function does not work if the input signal is

NTSC system.

≥The play picture or menu picture is not output from AV2 socket during Linked timer recording

standby mode.

Playing while you are recording

VOL

TV/AV

OPEN/CLOSE

ENTER

RETURN

STATUS

FRAME

TV/TEXT

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PAUSE PLAY

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REC MODE

CANCEL

INPUT

MANUAL

SELECT

SKIP

LAST

AUDIO

AV LINK

MARKER

TIMER

TVDVD

SETUP

REC

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

STOP

SV/V+

REC

TIME SLIP

DIRECT TV REC

Playing from the beginning of the programme you are recording—Follow-on play

[RAM]

You can start play from the beginning of a programme while continuing to record it.

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

While recording or timer recording

Press [1, PLAY].

Play starts from the beginning of the programme being recorded.

ªTo stop play and recording

1) Press [∫, STOP]. Play stops.

Wait 2 seconds.

[A]

2) Press [∫, STOP]. Recording stops.

(1)

≥You cannot stop recording with [∫, STOP] during timer recording. To stop timer recording,

press [Á, TIMER REC].

For your reference

(2)

(3)

≥The playback images are displayed during follow-on play. ≥Sound is not output while fast-forwarding. ≥Play cannot be started until at least 2 seconds after recording starts. ≥If you fast-forward and get to within a few seconds of the part being recorded, the picture will

change to show the images currently being played.

(4)

≥The operation is shown on the unit’s display (page 9). ≥If you fast-forward and get to within a few seconds of the part being recorded, the unit

automatically switches to play and shows the images five seconds before. You cannot get any closer than this.

(5)

Simultaneous recording and play

[RAM]

[B]

You can start play of the programme you are recording or play a programme previously

(6)

recorded.

Preparation

(7)

(8)

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

During recording or timer recording

Press [TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

≥“µ” is displayed in the direct navigator to indicate the programme is being recorded

(page 45).

Use the joystick [3, 4] to select a programme and press [ENTER].

(1) For example: while recording

programme 2 (sport)

(2) You want to watch the sports

programme currently recording

(programme 2) (3) Do the above operation and... (4) The same sports programme is

recorded while you are watching it. (5) For example: while recording

programme 2 (sport) (6) You want to watch the soap opera

you recorded yesterday (programme

1) (7) Do the above operation and... (8) A sports programme is recorded

while you watch a soap opera.

ªTo stop play and recording

1) Press [∫, STOP]. Play stops. Wait 2 seconds.

2) Press [∫, STOP]. Recording stops. ≥You cannot stop recording with [∫, STOP] during timer recording. To stop timer recording,

press [Á, TIMER REC].

For your reference

≥During simultaneous rec and play, you cannot edit with the direct navigator or use play lists. ≥If you start play while the unit is on standby for timer recording, recording starts when the time

you set is reached.

≥The unit returns to recording standby when you stop play while it is on standby for timer

recording.

≥The operation is shown on the unit’s display (page 9).

Playing while you are recording (continued)

RETURN

TOP

WINDOW

ENTER

VOL

TV/AV

PROG / CHECK

ENTER

TOP WINDOW

FRAME

TV ASPECT

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE PLAY

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REC

REC MODE

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

AV LINK

TVDVD

OPEN/CLOSE

SLOW/SEARCH

CANCEL

INPUT

SELECT

LAST

AUDIO

MARKER

SETUP

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

TIMER

REC

TIME SLIP

(1) Current recording (2) Play images (30 seconds before)

(1)

(2)

Checking the recording during recording (TIME SLIP)

[A]

[RAM] You can play the programme being recorded to check that it is being recorded correctly. You can

also check parts that were recorded previously.

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

While recording or timer recording

Press [TIME SLIP].

Play starts 30 seconds previous. For 5 seconds the play images are shown together with the recording. The play images are shown in full once 5 seconds have passed.

ªTo change the part being played [B]

Main unit only

1) Turn [TIME SLIP] on the main unit.

≥Turn up to increase in one-minute units. ≥Turn down to decrease in one-minute units.

2) Press [TIME SLIP] on the main unit within 5 seconds to enter the time. Play starts from the time you entered.

Note

You cannot change the position being played with the remote control.

ªTo show both the recording and play images

Press and hold [TIME SLIP] for about 3 seconds. ≥The picture-in-picture(2) screen becomes a full screen(1) if you perform play function other

than normal play.

ªTo stop play and recording

1) Press [∫, STOP]. Play stops. Wait 2 seconds.

2) Press [∫, STOP]. Recording stops. ≥You cannot stop recording with [∫, STOP] during timer recording. To stop timer recording,

press [Á, TIMER REC].

For your reference

≥If you fast-forward, rewind, or skip during Time Slip, only the play images are shown. ≥The sound for the images being played is heard during Time Slip.

Watching the television while recording

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.

Press [TV, TV/AV] to change the input mode to “TV”.

Press [TV, W, X] to change channels.

≥You can also select the channel with the numeric buttons.

For your reference

≥You can also do this if the unit is making a timer recording. ≥The recording is unaffected.

Using the top window

VOL

TV/AV

OPEN/CLOSE

PROG / CHECK

TOP WINDOW

TV ASPECT

STOP

SKIP

ENTER

FRAME

SLOW/SEARCH

PAUSE PLAY

RETURN

STATUS

TV/TEXT

2·3

About the top window

Most of the features and functions of this unit can also be controlled with icons. The examples show the top window when a DVD-RAM is being used. Actual menus depend on the type of disc being used.

Disc display

(1) (2) (3)

(1) Disc title

≥The disc’s title is displayed if one is recorded. You can enter titles with Enter Title in DISC

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REC MODE

CANCEL

INPUT

MANUAL

TIME SLIP

DIRECT TV REC

SKIP

AV LINK

TVDVD

SELECT

LAST

MARKER

SETUP

AUDIO

TIMER

REC

INFORMATION (page 39).

(2) Disc protection

≥“ON” is displayed if you have used Disc Protection in DISC INFORMATION to protect the

disc (page 40).

(3) Cartridge Protection

≥“ON” is displayed if the cartridge’s write protect tab is switched to “PROTECT” (page 91).

Using the top window

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

Preparation

Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

While stopped

Press [TOP WINDOW] to show the top window.

Use the joystick [3, 4, 2, 1] to select an item.

≥Refer to the relevant pages for details.

Press [ENTER].

≥Your selection is entered and the top window disappears. If the operation requires further

selections, another screen appears.

ªTo clear the top window

Press [TOP WINDOW] or [RETURN].

Using the top window (continued)

ªTop window icons

DISC INFORMATION

Enter Title: [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 39) Disc Protection: [RAM] (page 40) Format: [RAM] (page 42) Finalize: [DVD-R] (page 43)

TIMER RECORDING

Checking the timer programming:[RAM] [DVD-R] (page 35) Registering programmes and making corrections:

[RAM] [DVD-R] (page 33)

Canceling timer recordings: [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 34)

SET UP

Settings for the unit and discs: [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

Settings depend on the type of disc (page 73)

PLAY LIST

Play Scenes: [RAM] (page 56) Playing Play Lists: [RAM] (page 55) Edit Scenes: [RAM] (page 56, 57, 58) PL Copy: [RAM] (page 59) PL Erase: [RAM] (page 60) Enter Title: [RAM] (page 61) Properties: [RAM] (page 61)

TOP MENU MENU

Example

Display a disc’s menus: [DVD-V] (page 16)

PROGRAMME PLAY

Display the programme play screen:[CD] [VCD] (page 21)

RANDOM PLAY

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

Play: [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 44) Erase Programme: [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 46) Enter Title: [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 47) Properties: [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 48) Protection: [RAM] (page 49) Partial Erase: [RAM] (page 51)

PLAY

Disc play: [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

(page 15)

RESUME PLAY

Start play from the point you stopped play:

[RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

(page 16)

CREATE PLAY LIST

Display the random play screen: [CD] [VCD] (page 22)

DV AUTO REC

Display the DV input recording screen:

[RAM] (page 67)

Some items will not be shown unless you release disc protection with DISC INFORMATION— Disc Protection (page 41) or release cartridge protection with the write protect tab (page 91).

Creating play lists: [RAM] (page 54)

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