Panasonic DMR-E30PP User Manual

Region number supported by this unit

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

≥The region number of this unit is “1”. ≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or

“ALL”.

Example:

ALL

DVD VIDEO RECORDER

Operating Instructions

Model No. DMR-E30

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

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

[For\U.S.A.]

The warranty can be found on page 64.

[For\Canada]

The warranty can be found on page 65.

This manual was printed with soy based ink.

En las páginas 66 y 67 hay una guía de referencia rápida en español.

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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

Getting started

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). (Only for Canada)

[] 1 Remote control

To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

(EUR7615KJ0)

[] 2 Batteries

for remote control

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ≥Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit d ifferent

from that to which the receiver is connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

DANGER

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE T O BEAM.

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

CAUTION

AVOID EXPOSURE T O BEAM.

RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.

ATTENTION

EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.

ADVARSEL

UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN

VARO!

LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL

VARNING

ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.

ADVARSEL

UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG

VORSICHT

GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

[] 1 AC power supply cord

(FDA 21 CFR)

(IEC60825-1)

RQLS0233

(RJA0065-A)

(Inside of product)

[] 1 Audio/Video cable

(VJA0788)

[Note]

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

(U.S.A. only) Product Registration Card

Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/

[] 1 75 ≠ coaxial cable

(VJA1013)

[] 1 DVD-RAM disc

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

DMR-E30

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the car t, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer , or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified ser vice personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot.

The heat can damage the unit.

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CAUTION!

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 PLACE THIS APPARATUS INTO AN AUDIO RACK, BOOK SHELF OR SIMILAR LOCATION BECAUSE OF HEAT FROM THIS APPARATUS.

DO NOT BLOCK ANY OF THE VENTILATION OPENINGS. INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.

Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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Features

Explanatory notes

This unit allows recording of high quality video on DVD-RAM, the compact and durable digital media with fast random access. This media also outdoes past tape formats in ease of operation.

∫ Watch a program while you are recording it

(

➜page 28) [RAM]

Chasing play

You can watch a program from the start while you are still recording it.

Simultaneous rec and play

Getting started

You can record a program while watching one you recorded previously.

Time Slip

You can jump back to review a piece of action you missed while recording by pressing the time slip button (can be set between 1 minute and 360 minutes in units of one minute).

∫ Maximum 12 hours on DVD-RAM

≥Using a double sided, 9.4 GB DVD–RAM allows you to record a

maximum of 12 hours (6 hours continuously).

≥When using a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM or a DVD-R, you can get 1 hour

recording using the XP high picture quality mode, 2 hours with the regular SP mode, 4 hours with the long LP mode, and 6 hours with the extra long EP mode.

≥You can also use the FR (Flexible Recording) mode to fit record-

ings efficiently onto the available space on the disc (➜page 19).

∫ The FUNCTIONS window shows you most of the

features you can use (

The FUNCTIONS window has most of the features and functions you are likely to use regularly. Just select the icon for the operation you want to perform.

➜page 41)

∫ Make your own DVD-Video

≥This unit will record onto DVD-R in accordance with DVD video

standards and will yield your very own original DVD video upon finalization (➜page 8).

≥The encoder system used for recording is called “Hybrid VBR”

which allows high quality recordings.

∫ Exceptional sound quality when recording

Audio is recorded using Dolby Digital stereo, enabling high quality sound recordings. When recording in XP mode it is possible to use LPCM (2 channel) to achieve sound recordings of even higher quality.

∫ Wide ranging compatibility yielding unbeatable

versatility

As well as being able to play DVD-Video movie software, this unit can also play other types of discs including audio CDs and video CDs. This means your recorder will be the center of your home entertainment, from high-end home theater through to CD play.

∫ Progressive Scan

By connecting the component video terminal of this unit to a progressive scan television it is possible to enjoy the high quality picture rendered by the progressive scan function.

∫ Fast access to the program you want to watch

(

➜page 20)

Use the Direct Navigator to find a program you have recorded and start play.

∫ Play list (➜page 21) [RAM]

Use play lists to select your favorite scenes and rearrange them to play in any order you like. Pick out scenes from a music or sports show and create a collection of your favorite scenes, or take the images you have shot with a video camera and arrange them into a movie of your own creation.

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Symbols used in these operating instructions

∫ Troubleshooting

is used to indicate ways to fix potential problems.

∫ 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]

||||| DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-Video Audio CD Video CD

For your reference

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

(➜page 34) 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].)

Operation

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.

Displays

The displays shown in these instructions are examples only. Actual displays depend on the disc and the operations you are performing.

Should the AC power supply cord come loose by accident or for any other reason the power supply is cut off while recording or editing is taking place, the contents of the disc may be lost.

VCR Plusi and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plusi system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

Pats. 5,307,173; 5,335,079; 4,908,713; 4,751,578; and 4,706,121

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.

Getting started

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Explanatory notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Disc handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

STEP 1 The remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

STEP 2 Antenna and television connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

STEP 3 Plug-in Auto Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

STEP 4 VCR Plusi guide channel settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

STEP 5 Selecting TV screen type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

STEP 6 Television operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Basic play and recording

Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Inserting discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

When a menu screen appears on the television. . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Starting play from where you stopped it

—Resume Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Recording television programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

One Touch Recording—Specify a time to stop recording. . . . . 19

Flexible Recording

—recording the best quality pictures in a set time. . . . . . . . 19

Watching the television while recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Notes on recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Advanced play

Using the Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Playing play lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing play lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing play list scenes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

To erase a play list or a play list scene during playback. . . . . . 21

Skipping programs and commercials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Skipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Skipping a minute forward—CM Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Selecting an amount of time to skip—Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Other methods of play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Slow-motion play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Frame-by-frame viewing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Starting play from a selected program,

title, chapter, or track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

To erase a program that is being played back . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

To play DVD-R recorded on this unit on other players . . . . . . . 23

Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Program play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Marking places to play again—MARKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Marking positions directly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using on-screen menus to mark positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Changing audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Advanced recording

Playing while you are recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Playing from the beginning of the program you are recording

—Chasing play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Simultaneous rec and play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Reviewing the recorded images while recording

—Time Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Recording from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Timer recording

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

Using VCR Plusr codes to make timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . 30

Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Editing

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Disc setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Editing programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Editing play lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Creating play lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Advanced operation

Using the FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Disc menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Play menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Audio menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Video menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Connecting an amplifier or system component . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Connecting other video equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Other antenna connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Other antenna connection to the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Other antenna connection from the unit to the television. . . . . .49

Changing the remote control code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Entering a password (Ratings). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Digital Audio Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Clock Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Channel Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Reference

On-screen displays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Error messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Product Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Guía de referencia rápida en español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

(Spanish Quick Reference)

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

Getting started

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Remote control

DVD/TV

DVD

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

REC MODE

REC

VOLUME

DVD

123

789

100

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

RETURN

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

ENTER

PLAY LIST

CANCEL

POWER

Í Í

OPEN/CLOSE

SETUP

ERASE

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

MARKER

AUDIO

INPUT SELECT

CM SKIP

STATUS

FRAME

Getting started

;

Control reference guide

How to open the remote control

1 POWER button (Í, DVD (POWER)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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.

2 VCR Plusr button (VCR Plusr) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

3 Television input mode selector (TV/VIDEO). . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

4 Numbered buttons (1–9, 0, 100)

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

Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [5]

“15”: [1] ➜ [5]

≥When selecting a page of play list scene

Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [0] ➜ [5]

“15”: [0] ➜ [1] ➜ [5]

≥When selecting a television channel

Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [5]

“15”: [1] ➜ [5]

5 Cancel button (CANCEL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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

7 Stop button (∫). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

8 Pause button (;) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

9 Top menu and Direct Navigator button

: Cursor buttons (3, 4, 2, 1)/Enter button (ENTER) . . . . . 12

; Functions button (FUNCTIONS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

< Manual channel adding and deleting button

= Manual programming and check button

> On-screen display button (STATUS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

? Disc tray open/close button (< OPEN/CLOSE). . . . . . . . . . 17

@ Audio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

A Setup button (SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

B Program/play list erase button (ERASE) . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 23

C Flexible Recording button (F Rec) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

D TV power on/off button (Í, (POWER) TV). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

E DVD/TV switch (DVD, TV). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

F Recording button (¥, REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

G Recording mode button (REC MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

H Channel buttons for recorder and TV (W, X, CH) . . . . . 15, 19

I TV volume buttons (r, s, VOLUME). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

J Slow/search buttons (6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH) . . . . . . . . 23

K Play button (1). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

L Menu and Play List button (MENU, PLAY LIST). . . . . . . 17, 21

M Return button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

N Display button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

O Time slip button (TIME SLIP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

P Frame advance and frame reverse buttons

Q Input select button (INPUT SELECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

R One-minute skip button (CM SKIP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

S Marker button (MARKER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

T Position memory button (POSITION MEMORY) . . . . . . . . . 17

“115”: [100] ➜ [1] ➜ [5]

(TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 20

(ADD/DLT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

(PROG/CHECK). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

≥When selecting the receiving channel on this unit

using channel button (H) and numbered buttons (4) or inputting using numbered buttons (4), make sure you switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD”.

≥When selecting the receiving channel for the television using

channel button (H) and numbered buttons (4), make sure you switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.

(2;, ;1 FRAME). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Main unit

K :

Controls such as 1 function the same as the buttons on the remote control.

U Remote control signal sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

V Disc tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

W L2 input terminals (L2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

The unit’s display

Center circle (e.g.: DVD-RAM) Rotating (REC):recording Stopped (REC):recording paused

Rotating (REC, PLAY):

Chasing play or simultaneous rec and play is in progress

X Display

Y Channel buttons for recorder (X, W, CH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Z Skip/Slow/Search buttons (4, 5). . . . . . .22, 23

Rotating (PLAY):playing Stopped (PLAY):play paused “PLAY” flashes:

the resume function (➜page 17) is working

Getting started

A Timer recording display

On: When timer recording is on standby (➜page 30) Flashes: When the unit couldn’t go to timer recording standby

(e.g., a disc isn’t loaded or a disc that can’t be

B Disc type C The display mode of the main display section

recorded to is loaded)

TITLE: Title number TRACK: Track number CHAP: Chapter number PG: Program number PL: Play list number

D Rec ording mode (➜page 19) E DVD indicator

Flashes: When y ou press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit off

F Channel G Main display section

until it actually turns off

Recording and play counter, and other miscellaneous messages

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Disc information

Discs you can use for recording and play

DVD-RAM

4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z)

2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z)

Getting started

≥This unit is not compatible with:

– 12-cm (5z), 2.6- and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM – 3.95- and 4.7-GB DVD-R for Authoring – DVD-RAM not recorded following the Video Recording Standard – Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment

≥This unit is compatible with the Content Protection for Record-

able Media (CPRM) system so you can record broadcasts that

allow one copy, such as some CATV broadcasts, onto 4.7 GB/9.4 GB DVD-RAM (these are CPRM compatible). It is not possible to record onto DVD-R.

≥We recommend using Panasonic discs as they have been con-

firmed to be compatible with this unit. Other discs may not perform correctly.

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

dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette smoke on the recording surface may make it impossible to use the disc for recording.

DVD-RAM

≥DVD-RAM recorded on this unit may not be compatible with

other DVD players, including some Panasonic players. Consult the manual for the player to determine compatibility with these DVD-RAM discs.

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

DVD-RAM, but the write-protect tabs on cartridge-type discs give better protection to your recordings (➜page 19).

≥Picture aspect ratios, regular 4:3 or widescreen 16:9, are recorded

as they are received.

≥Discs with programs recorded in PAL already cannot be recorded

on using this unit.

DVD-R

≥In order to play a DVD-R recorded using this machine on

another playback source, the disc must first be finalized (‹page 34).

≥Once a DVD-R is finalized, it becomes DVD-Video. ≥You can record onto the available space on the disc and perform

editing functions, such as giving titles to discs and programs and erasing programs before finalizing.

≥You cannot record over parts that have been recorded. ≥It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording man-

agement information after recording finishes.

≥This unit optimizes the DVD-R for each recording. Optimizing is

carried out when you start recording after inserting the disc or turning on the unit. Recording onto the disc may become impossible if optimizing is carried out too many times.

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

recording.

≥The video is recorded in a 4:3 aspe ct irrespective of the video sig-

nal input.

≥Discs with programs recorded in PAL already cannot be recorded

on using this unit.

DVD-R

4.7 GB for General Ver. 2.0

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Play-only discs

DVD-Video Audio CD Video CD

≥The producer of the material can control how DVD-Video and

Video CDs 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.

≥This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio) and Video CD format

(Video CD Format 2.0 or above), audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized upon completion of recording. It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.

≥This unit cannot record onto CD-R or CD-RW.

DVD-Video

≥Audio format

Dolby Digital (➜page 57)

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

DTS Digital Surround (➜page 57)

Connect this unit to equipment that has a DTS decoder to enjoy DVDs with this mark.

Discs that cannot be played

≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL” ≥Some DVD-RAM (➜left) ≥Some DVD-R (➜left) ≥PAL discs ≥DVD-ROM ≥DVD-RW ≥DVD-Audio ≥+RW ≥CD-ROM ≥CDV ≥CD-G ≥Photo CD ≥CVD ≥SVCD ≥SACD ≥MV-Disc ≥PD ≥Divx Video Disc, etc.

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

≥A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD

recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company.

≥A disc used as described above and then played again in this

unit.

≥A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computer

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

Disc handling

Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped. (These can damage the unit.)

∫ How to hold a disc

Do not touch the recorded surface.

∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc

Moisture may condense on discs after they are brought inside from the cold.

DVD-RAM and DVD-R

Clean only with the DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner available as an optional accessory, part number LF-K200DCA1. Do not use cleaners or cloths for CDs to clean DVD-RAM and DVD-R.

DVD-Video, CD, Video CD

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

STEP 1 The remote control

Batteries

R6, LR6, AA, UM-3

≥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.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

[Note]

If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (television➜page 15, main unit ➜page 50).

Getting started

∫ Handling precautions

≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writ-

ing instrument.

≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static elec-

tricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with

exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the mar-

ket.

≥Do not use discs that are badly warped or cracked.

∫ Do not place or store discs in the following

places

≥Locations exposed to direct sunlight ≥Humid or dusty locations ≥Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appliance

Use

Remote control signal sensor

20x

/ I

P O W E

30x

20x

30x

7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit

Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

OPEN/CLOSE

R E T N E

REC

WARP

TO P

R E T

U R N

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STEP 2 Antenna and television connections

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT (480P/480I)

S-VIDEO

isi

Preparation

≥Refer to the television’s operating instructions. ≥Turn the television off and disconnect its AC power supply cord.

To enjoy sound through other audio equipment

You can output digital signals from this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal, enabling you to enjoy the powerful surround effects found on discs recorded with Dolby Digital or DTS. Connect an amplifier with built-in decoders. See page 47 for connection examples.

To enjoy CATV (➜page 46)

(You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service, to enjoy viewing their programming.)

Getting started

Telev

AUDIO

VIDEO

R L

To enjoy progressive video

≥

Connect to the component video (480p) input ter minals on a television compatible with this unit’s copy guard system. (Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.)

≥Set “TV Type” to “480P” in STEP 5 Selecting TV screen type

(➜page 14).

≥When playing back, select Video in the on-screen menu and set

“Transfer” according to the type of material being played (➜page 44).

For your reference

All televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that hav e 480p input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

To the antenna

Cable TV

VHF/UHF

RF IN

Outdoor antenna

Indoor antenna

AC power supply cord (included)

Connect last. Also connect the AC power supply cords for the other equipment.

To household AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Cooling fan

AC IN

S VIDEO OUT terminal

The S-video terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)

S video cable

(not included)

When making this connection, ensure you connect the audio cables to the corresponding audio input terminals on the television.

75 ≠ coaxial cable

≥The signal from the antenna passes throu gh this unit and along

the 75 ≠ coaxial cable to the television even when this unit is

turned off. You don’t have to connect the antenna to the televi-

sion.

≥The picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through

the 75 ≠ coaxial cable to the television. Make sure you connect

one of the following terminals on this unit to the television: the

AUDIO/VIDEO terminal, the S-VIDEO OUT terminal or the

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. If the television has none

of these terminals, consult your local dealer.

Conserving power

This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 3 W). T o sa v e pow er when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.

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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BIT STREAM)

OPTICAL

Television

S VIDEO

Red White Yellow

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO S-VIDEO

75 ≠ coaxial cable

(included) ➜below

Audio/Video cable

(L1)

(L3)

(included)

OUT2OUT1

IN3IN1

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (P

B/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to

achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors. ≥The description of the component video input terminals

depends on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/P Y, Y/C

B/CR). Connect to terminals of the same color.

When making this connection, ensure you connect the audio cables to the corresponding audio input terminals on the television.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480P/480I)

Video cable

(not included)

If the connector doesn’t match ➜page 49

Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder

Video signals fed through video cassette recorders will be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will not be shown correctly on the television.

Antenna cable

(usually disconnected from the television).

This unit

RF IN

RF OUT

VHF/UHF

B/PR, Y/B-Y/R-

Television

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Y P PR

STEP 3 Plug-in Auto Tuning

DVD/TV

POWER

DVD

2≥3

After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit automatically tunes in all the channels it can receive and sets the clock.

The unit automatically determines the type of transmission (air or cable) and puts them into channels as follows.

≥TV Mode

VHF 2s13 UHF 14s69

≥CATV Mode

VHF 2s13 CATV LOW BAND 95s99 CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14s36 CATV HYPER BAND 37s65

ULTRA BAND SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1

Preparation

≥Confir m that the antenna is connected correctly. ≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to

suit the connections to this unit.

ÍÍ

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

123 456 789

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

CANCEL

REC

REC MODE

VOLUME

100

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

PLAY LIST

ENTER

RETURN

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

X,W, CH

Band Air

Band Cable

66s94

100s125

≥

1 Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the

unit on.

Auto Channel/Clock Setting

Connect antenna cable and if you use a

cable box, tune it to your local PBS CH

ENTER

2 Press [ENTER].

Plug-in Auto Tuning starts and the unit puts the stations it can receive into channels.

The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is displayed when finished. If the clock is an hour slower or faster than the actual time, go to “Time Zone Adjust” to correct it (➜page 54).

then. . .

Please push the ENTER key.

RETURN

3 When the display shows the correct time

Press [ENTER] to complete Plug-in Auto Tuning.

If the unit couldn’t find any channels

Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto Tuning again. If the channels still aren’t tuned, set “Antenna System” manually and proceed to “Auto Channel Setting” (➜page 12, “If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails”).

If unnecessary channels are set or necessary channels are not set

Refer to page 12, “Adding and deleting channels”.

If the unit couldn’t set the clock automatically

Press [ENTER] to show the “Manual Clock Setting” screen. Set the time manually (➜page 54).

To start Plug-in Auto Tuning again (after relocation, for example)

Antenna system, channel caption, and VCR Plusr guide channel settings all revert to the default values when you perform the procedure below. Timer recording settings are also cleared.

When the unit is on and stopped

1 Press and ho ld [X, CH] and [W, CH] on the main unit for

about five seconds.

The unit turns off.

2 Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on.

Press [ENTER] to start Plug-in Auto Tuning.

Getting started

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Getting started

DVD/TV

DVD

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

REC MODE

REC

VOLUME

DVD

123

789

100

456

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

RETURN

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

ENTER

PLAY LIST

CANCEL

POWER

ÍÍ

OPEN/CLOSE

SETUP

ERASE

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

MARKER

AUDIO

INPUT SELECT

CM SKIP

STATUS

FRAME

SET UP

Set Up

Video

Channel

Antenna System

CATV

SET UP

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Channel

Auto Channel Setting

Connect antenna cable and if you use a cable box, tune it to your local PBS CH

then...

Please push the ENTER key.

CHANNEL 12 DELETED

VOLUME

789

100

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

RETURN

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

ENTER

PLAY LIST

CANCEL

OPEN/CLOSE

SETUP

ERASE

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

MARKER

AUDIO

INPUT SELECT

CM SKIP

STATUS

FRAME

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STEP 3 Plug-in Auto Tuning

2≥3≥4 5≥6

RETURN

If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails

1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

Antenna System

Auto Channel Setting

Channel Caption

Preset Channel Caption

Manual Channel Caption

VCR Plusi CH Setting

TAB

CATV

SELECT

RETURN

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Channel”

and press [1].

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Antenna Sys-

tem” and press [ENTER].

Disc

Antenna System

Auto Channel Setting

Channel Caption

Preset Channel Caption

Manual Channel Caption

VCR Plusi CH Setting

ENTER

CATV

TABSELECT

RETURN

4 Press [3, 4] to select “TV” or

“CATV” and press [ENTER].

TV: TV broadcast (2CH–69CH) CATV: CATV broadcast (1CH–125CH)

The screen shown in step 2 reappears.

5 Press [3, 4] to select “Auto Channel

Setting” and press [ENTER].

≥

If you have not yet set clock, the “Auto Channel/Clock Setting” screen appears.

6 Press [ENTER].

Auto setting starts. This takes a few minutes. (To stop auto channel setting, press [RETURN].) When finished, the Complete screen or time display is shown. Press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

When you are finished

Press [SETUP].

Adding and deleting channels

While this unit is receiving the antenna signal (but not during recording):

1 Press the numbered buttons to select

a channel.

Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [5]

“15”: [1] ➜ [5] “115”: [100] ➜ [1] ➜ [5]

≥You can also use [W, X, CH] when you are going to delete

a channel.

2 Press [ADD/DLT].

The channel is deleted if it was set or added if it was not set. For example

Repeat steps 1 and 2 as necessary.

Unit's display

STEP 4 VCR Plusi guide channel settings

VOLUME

789

100

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

RETURN

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

ENTER

PLAY LIST

CANCEL

OPEN/CLOSE

SETUP

ERASE

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

MARKER

AUDIO

INPUT SELECT

CM SKIP

STATUS

FRAME

3 Press [3, 4] to select “VCR Plusr

CANCEL

2≥3≥4

≥

CH Setting” and press [ENTER].

For example, when the current antenna system is CATV.

5≥6

RETURN

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VCR PlusiCH Setting

Guide Channel CATV Channel

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

---

125

---

Getting started

Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plusi codes for timer recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart showing the channels, station names, and guide channels.

For example:

Station

name

Guide

channel

Channel

number

CBS 04 04 HBO 33 15 ➜ B

Nickelodeon 38 20 ➜ C

Look up the guide channels for the stations in magazines.

A The guide cha nnel and channel numbers correspond so you do

not have to change the setting.

B In step 5, enter channel 15 next to Guide Channel 33. C In step 5, enter channel 20 next to Guide Channel 38.

Write down all the stations you can receive.

1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

Antenna System

Auto Channel Setting

Channel Caption

Preset Channel Caption

Manual Channel Caption

VCR Plusi CH Setting

TAB

SELECT

RETURN

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Channel” and

press [1].

SET UP

TV Screen

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

Antenna System

Auto Channel Setting

Channel Caption

Preset Channel Caption

Manual Channel Caption

VCR Plusi CH Setting

TABSELECT

ENTER

RETURN

CATV

➜ A

4 Press [3, 4] to select the guide

channel you want to set and press [1].

When selecting the guide channel, press and hold [3, 4] to scroll the screen up and down.

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VCR PlusiCH Setting

Guide Channel CATV Channel

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

---

4 5

---

5 Press [3, 4] to select the channel

corresponding to the guide channel and press [2].

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

To delete a number, press [CANCEL]. Repeat steps 4 and 5 as necessary.

6 Press [ENTER].

The screen shown in step 2 reappears.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

When you are finished

Press [SETUP].

VCR PlusiCH Setting

Guide Channel CATV Channel

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

---

4 5

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Getting started

DVD/TV

DVD

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

REC MODE

REC

VOLUME

DVD

123

789

100

456

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

RETURN

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

ENTER

PLAY LIST

CANCEL

POWER

ÍÍ

OPEN/CLOSE

SETUP

ERASE

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

MARKER

AUDIO

INPUT SELECT

CM SKIP

STATUS

FRAME

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STEP 5 Selecting TV screen type

2≥3≥4

RETURN

Change the settings if you:

≥Connect the unit to a widescreen 16:9 aspect television.

➜Set “TV Aspect” to “16:9”.

≥Connect the unit through the COMPONENT video terminals

(➜page 10) to a television compatible with progressive video signals (480P). ➜Set “TV Type” to “480P”.

1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

Antenna System

Auto Channel Setting

Channel Caption

Preset Channel Caption

Manual Channel Caption

VCR Plusi CH Setting

TAB

CATV

SELECT

RETURN

2 Press [3, 4] to select “TV Screen”

and press [1].

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

TV Aspect TV Type

TV mode(4:3)

4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video

4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM

SELECT

ENTER

TAB

RETURN

4:3

480I

Pan&Scan

Letterbox

TV Aspect

3 Press [3, 4] to select “TV

Aspect” and press [ENTER].

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

SELECT

ENTER

TV Aspect

4:3

16:9

RETURN

4 Press [3, 4] to select “16:9” and

press [ENTER].

TV Type

3 Press [3, 4] to select “TV

Type” and press [ENTER].

SET UP

Channel

Set Up

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

SELECT

ENTER

TV Type

480I

480P

RETURN

4 Press [3, 4] to select “480P” and

press [ENTER].

≥When playing back, select Video in the on-screen menu and set

“Transfer” according to the type of material being played (➜page 44).

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

When you are finished

Press [SETUP].

STEP 6 Television operation

TV/VIDEO

DVD/TV

POWER

DVD

ÍÍ

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

REC MODE

123 456

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

789

CANCEL

100

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

ENTER

DISPLAY

ADD/DLT

VOLUME

PLAY LIST

TIME SLIP

REC

RETURN

DVD, TV

W, X, CH

r, s, VOLUME

You can control televisions by entering the remote control code.

1 Refer to the chart below for the code

for your television.

2 Press and hold [Í, POWER TV] and

enter the two-digit code with the numbered buttons.

≥For example: 01, press [0] ➜ [1]. ≥Test by turning on the television and changing channels.

Repeat the procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.

[Note]

≥If your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your

television does not allow control of your television, this remote control is not compatible with your television.

≥This remote control works with most recently manufactured televi-

sions, but may not be able to control older models.

Code No. Manufacturer

01 Panasonic/National QUASAR 02 Panasonic/National QUASAR 03 MAGNAVOX SYLVANIA PHILIPS (RC-5) 04 ZENITH 05 THOMSON RCA GE 06 SHARP 07 SHARP 08 SONY 09 TOSHIBA 10 SANYO FISHER 11 JVC 12 HITACHI 13 MITSUBISHI 14 SAMSUNG 15 GOLDSTAR/LG 16 GOLDSTAR/LG 17 GOLDSTAR/LG 18 SAMSUNG 19 SAMSUNG

∫ Operation

Point the remote control at the television.

Operation Button

On and off [Í, POWER TV]

Video input mode [TV/VIDEO]

(Switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.) [W, X, CH]

Channels

Volume [r, s, VOLUME]

or Numbered buttons

Example:

Channel “5”: [0] ➜ [5]

Getting started

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Playing discs

S N O I

T C

N U F

REC

E D

O M C

E R

≥

3,4,2,1, ENTER

R E T N

N R U

T E

IP L S E

RETURN

4, 5

;

Basic play and recording

≥

Numbered buttons

CANCEL

:,9

;

TOP MENU

3,4,2,1, ENTER

RETURN

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

≥Volume may be lower when playing DVD-Video than when playing

other discs or during television broadcasts. Reduce the volume before playing other sources or returning to the television so volume doesn’t increase suddenly.

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Auto power-off

The unit switches to standby after about 6 hours in the stop mode. You can turn this feature off or change the time to 2 hours (➜page 52, Set Up—Off Timer).

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

1 Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the

unit on.

2 Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the

tray and insert a disc (‹ below).

≥Insert one disc only. ≥Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.

3 Press [1] (PLAY).

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

[RAM] [DVD-R] Play starts from the beginning of the most recent recording. If that program is extremely short, play starts from the next most recent recording. Use “PLAY FROM TOP” in the FUNCTIONS window (➜page 41) to start play from the oldest program on the disc (Program 1).

To stop play

Press [∫] (When “PLAY” flashes ➜ right, Starting play from where you stopped it). ≥The screen saver at right may appear

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

To pause play

Press [;]. Press again to restart play.

Inserting discs

Cartridge discs

Insert label-up with the arrow facing in. (Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.)

Non-cartridge discs

Double-sided discs

Front

Turn over to play or record both sides.

Insert inside the tray’s guides.

Insert label-up. (Load doublesided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.)

Reverse

Tur n ov e r

When a menu screen appears on the television

[DVD-V] [VCD]

Press the numbered buttons to select an item.

Example:“5”: [0] ➜ [5] ≥When playing DVDs, you can also use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select

items. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.

Play of the selected item now begins.

Other buttons used to operate menus

Read the disc’s instructions for further details about operation. [9][5]: Shows the next menu. [:][4]: Shows the previous menu. [RETURN]: Shows the menu screen. [VCD] [TOP MENU]: Shows the first menu screen. [DVD-V] [MENU]: Shows the menu screen. [DVD-V]

[Note]

Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [∫] when you have finished viewing to preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.

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 with video and then replace it with an audio-only

disc, the video from the previous disc may continue to be shown on the television.

Starting play from where you stopped it —Resume Function

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

(When elapsed play time is displayed)

1 During play

Press [∫].

The unit remembers the position.

Press [1] (PLAY) while “PLAY” is flashing on the display.

Play starts from where you stopped it.

To cancel the resume function

Press [∫] until “PLAY” goes out. (The position is also cleared when you turn the unit off or open the disc tray.)

To start play from a memorized position after turning the unit off—Position Memory

Press [POSITION MEMORY] 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 and the position is cleared.

For your reference

If you press [∫] before switching the unit to standby after pressing [POSITION MEMORY] to memorize a position, play will resume from the position you pressed [∫] when you press [1] (PLAY).

[DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] ≥The position is memorized when you press [POSITION MEMORY]

and cleared when you open the disc tray.

[RAM]

≥Positions recorded by pressing [POSITION MEMORY] remain

memorized even after the disc tray is opened.

≥You cannot mark positions if the disc is write-protected.

Basic play and recording

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Recording television programs

;∫

≥

E T N E

N R

TU RE

L S E

M I

T S N

T C N

U F

REC

E D O M

C E

Basic play and recording

DVD, TV

TV/VIDEO

5 3

Numbered buttons

;

∫

CANCEL

2≥3

STATUS

F Rec

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[RAM] [DVD-R]

1 Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the

unit on.

2 Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the

tray and insert a disc.

≥Ensure the disc is not write-protected. ≥Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.

3 Ensure [DVD, TV] is

switched to “DVD” and press [W, X, CH] to select the channel.

4 Press [REC MODE]

to select the recording mode.

Select “XP”, “SP”, “LP”, or “EP” (➜ see below).

5 Press [¥, REC] to start recording.

A single recording is called a program. Program information (e.g., time and date) is registered in the program list (➜page 20).

To pause recording

Press [;]. Press again to restart recording.

To stop recording

Press [∫].

For your reference

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

ing. Y ou can change them while recording is paused, b ut the material is recorded as a separate program.

≥There are limitations when recording to DVD-R (➜page8). ≥When using a DVD-RAM for the first time with this unit, format it to

ensure accurate recording (➜page 34, “Format”).

One Touch Recor ding—Specify a time to stop recording

This is a simple way of specifying a time to stop recording 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] to select the recording time.

Each time you press the button: 0:30 # 1:00 # 1:30 # 2:00 # 3:00

^"" (Counter) !" 4:00 ,""}

To cancel

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

For your reference

≥Press [STATUS] to show the time remaining until recording fin-

ishes.

≥This does not work dur ing timer re cordings or while using Flexible

Recording (➜ right).

≥Recording stops and the set time is cleared if you press [∫]. ≥The set time is cleared if you change the recording mode or chan-

nel while recording is paused.

Example:

Flexible Recording—recording the best quality pictures in a set time

The unit calculates a recording rate that enables the recording to fit in the time you set (within the remaining time on the disc) and with the best possible picture quality.

1 While stopped

Press [F Rec].

Use [2, 1] to select “Hour” and “Min.” and set the time with [

3, 4

FLEXIBLE REC

Record on FR mode

Maximum rec time Set up rec time

Start Cancel

SELECT

ENTER

1 Hour 23 Min. 1 Hour 23 Min.

RETURN

3 To start recording

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Star t” and press [ENTER].

Recording starts.

For your reference

≥Press [STATUS] during recording to show the remaining time. ≥It is not possible to change channel or recording mode while Flexi-

ble Recording is paused.

≥Recording time reduces if you repeatedly pause recording.

[Note]

It may not be possible to record to the finish of the program if the remaining time doesn’t allow.

Watching the television while recording

1 Press [TV/VIDEO] to change the input mode to “TV”. 2 Switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”. 3 Press [W, X, CH] to change channels.

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

Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [5]

“15”: [1] ➜ [5] “115”: [100] ➜ [1] ➜ [5]

Notes on recording

Recording modes and approximate recording times in hours

Disc DVD-RAM

Single-sided

(4.7 GB)

Mode

XP (High quality) SP (Normal) 242 LP (Long play) 484 EP (Extra long play) 6126

It is possible to use LPCM when recording in XP mode (➜page 53, Audio—Audio Mode for XP Recording).

Flexible Recording (FR) mode

The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP that will enable the recordings to fit in the available recording time on the disc with the best possible recording quality. You may use FR mode in either Flexible Recording (➜ above) or in timer recording (➜page 30).

Protection

You can protect the contents of your discs in the following ways. ≥Cartridge-protect:

With the write-protect tab in the protect position, you cannot record to, edit, or erase from the disc. (Type 1, 2, and 4 cartridge discs)

≥Disc-protect (➜page 34) ≥Program-protect (➜page 36)

Double-sided

(9.4 GB)

121

DVD-R

(4.7 GB)

PROTECT

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Basic play and recording

Advanced play

/20 /20 /20 /21 /22

DVD/TV

DVD

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

REC MODE

REC

VOLUME

DVD

123

789

100

456

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

RETURN

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

ENTER

PLAY LIST

CANCEL

POWER

ÍÍ

OPEN/CLOSE

SETUP

ERASE

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

MARKER

AUDIO

INPUT SELECT

CM SKIP

STATUS

FRAME

Using the Direct Navigator

DVD/TV

POWER

DVD

ÍÍ

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

REC MODE

123 456 789

CANCEL

100

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

∫

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

ENTER

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

ADD/DLT

Numbered buttons

[RAM] [DVD-R]

A list of programs is created as you record them. You can use this

DVD

REC

VOLUME

PLAY LIST

RETURN

TIME SLIP

list to find programs to watch.

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

The highlighted program plays in the background.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

No DATECH TIME EDITTITLE

6/20 WED410 : 00 AM

6/20 WED 6/20 WED

0 ~ 9

9 : 00 PM 11 : 00 PM

SELECT

ENTER

Dinosaur Auto action USJ

02 03

TOTAL 3

RETURN

1 1 1 1 1

2 Press [3, 4] to select the program

and press [ENTER].

≥You can also select programs by entering a 2-digit number

with the numbered buttons. Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [5]

Play of the images that were playing in the background continues.

To clear the program list

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To stop play

Press [∫].

“15”: [1] ➜ [5]

About the program list

Write-protected

Displayed when you have protected the program.

Copy-protected

Displayed when you have recorded a program that has copy protection, from CATV broadcasts, for example.

Unable to play

Displayed if you cannot play the program.

Currently recording

Displayed when the program is being recorded.

NoDACH

01 6 02 6 03 04 05

TOTAL 5

4 6

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Playing play lists

DVD/TV

DVD

VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO

REC MODE

REC

VOLUME

DVD

123

789

100

456

SLOW/SEARCH

SKIP

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP

RETURN

FUNCTIONS

PROG/CHECK

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

ADD/DLT

ENTER

PLAY LIST

CANCEL

POWER

ÍÍ

OPEN/CLOSE

SETUP

ERASE

F Rec

POSITION MEMORY

MARKER

AUDIO

INPUT SELECT

CM SKIP

STATUS

FRAME

Numbered buttons

∫

[RAM]

Create play lists first (➜page 40).

Playing play lists

1 While stopped

Press [PLAY LIST].

PLAY LIST

001

002

003

004

--- ---

DATE TOTAL

SCENE

01 10/23 0040:03

02 10/26 0:07

0 ~ 9

03 10/21 0040:06

SELECT

-- --

ENTER

RETURN

2 Press [3, 4] to select the play list

and press [ENTER].

≥You can also select play lists by entering a 2-digit number

with the numbered buttons.

Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [5]

All the scenes in the play list are played.

To stop play list play

Press [∫]. The play list appears.

To clear the play list

Press [PLAY LIST].

“15”: [1] ➜ [5]

-- --:--

006

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Auto action USJ Dinosaur

EDITTITLE

1 1 1 1 1 1

2≥3≥4

Playing play list scenes

1 While stopped

Press [PLAY LIST].

2 Press [3, 4] to select the play list

that contains the scene you want to play and press [1].

PLAY LIST

001

002

003

004

--- ---

DATE TOTAL

SCENE

01 10/23 0040:03

02 10/26 0:07

03 10/21 0040:06

≥

-- --

-- --:--

006

---

Auto action USJ Dinosaur

EDITTITLE

Play Scenes

1 1

Edit Scenes

1 1

PL Copy

PL Erase Enter Title Properties

Advanced play

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Play Scenes”

and press [ENTER].

PLAY LIST

3 12/24 0:05 004 Dinosaur

Play Scenes

001 00:00.19 002 003

004

Prev.

--- ---

------

001 / 001

---

Select Page

0 ~ 9

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

4 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the

scene and press [ENTER].

The scene you select is played.

To show scene 10 and later

In step 4, press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Next 1” and press [ENTER]. ≥You can also select a page of scenes by entering a 3-digit

number with the numbered buttons. Example: “5”: [0] ➜ [0] ➜ [5]

“15”: [0] ➜ [1] ➜ [5]

To stop scene play

Press [∫]. The scene list appears.

To erase a play list or a play list scene during playback

1 While playing back a play list or play list scene

Press [ERASE]

A confirmation message will be displayed.

2 “Erase/Cancel” or “Yes/No” will be

displayed. Select “Erase” or “Yes” and press [ENTER].

Select “Cancel” or “No” and press [ENTER] to cancel.

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+ 47 hidden pages

Panasonic DMR-E30PP User Manual

Getting started

Accessories

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Features

Explanatory notes

Table of contents

Control reference guide

Disc information

Disc handling

STEP 1 The remote control

STEP 2 Antenna and television connections

STEP 3 Plug-in Auto Tuning

STEP 5 Selecting TV screen type

STEP 6 Television operation

Playing discs

Basic play and recording

Recording television programs

Advanced play

Using the Direct Navigator

Playing play lists