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, consul0.2(ings(t)elec)13.9(0r7.7(at2]TJ26.6212 0 T30.0048 T60.0051ici2(i)-0.74y)19.17(t1.1placem sourc)-)-6( y)-y t5.6(y)het
This DVD Video recorder records high quality images to rapid
random access capable HDD (Hard disk drive) or DVD-RAM. This
has resulted in many new features that out perform older tape
formats. The following information summarizes a few of these
features.
Instant recording
You no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing the
recording button, the unit finds available recording space and begins
recording right away. There is no need to worry about overwriting
already recorded content.
HDD recording
You can keep on recording your favorite programs to an internal HDD
that is able to record up to 284 hours when using EP (8H) mode.
You can also high speed transfer (dub) your favorite programs to
DVD-RAM or DVD-R and create a backup disc.
SD/PC card slots, DV input terminal
This unit is equipped with interfaces that allow networking with digital
equipment.
≥The SD/PC card slots of this unit let you transfer (dub) digital
camera photographs from a card to DVD-RAM for easy storage
without using a computer.
≥The DV automatic recording function of this unit lets you easily
transfer (dub) digital images to the HDD by connecting only a
single DV cable.
TV Guide On ScreenTM system
The TV Guide On ScreenTM system provides a handy electronic
program guide (EPG) for checking what’s on. Setting up to record a
broadcast is easy too. Simply select the desired program from the
displayed list. You can also search for desired programs alphabetically
or by displaying only the programs in a certain category.
≥This service may not be available in some areas.
Instant play
There is no need to rewind or search forward. Direct Navigator
guides you to the beginning of the recorded video immediately.
Chasing playback
There is no need to wait until recording is
complete. Without stopping recording, you can
play the video currently being recorded from its
beginning.
Simultaneous Recording and Playback
While recording, you can play another video
program that was recorded previously.
Time Slip
During play and also while recording, you can
jump to the scene you wish to view by specifying
the skip time.
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Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 61.
∏∏∏
1 Remote control
(EUR7721KL0)
Getting started
∏∏∏
2 Batteries
for remote control
Product Registration Card
Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/
1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00006)
≥For use with this unit only. Do not use it with
other equipment.
1 Audio/video cable
(K2KA6CA00001)
1 75 ≠ coaxial cable
(VJA1125)
1 IR Blaster
(K2ZZ04C00002)
The remote control
∫ Batteries
R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
∫ Use
Remote control signal sensor
20˚
30˚
20˚
30˚
≥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.
≥Do not use different types at the same time.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not take apart or short circuit.
≥Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥Do not 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.
7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit
[Note]
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes
(➡ page 12, 13).
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem
with the unit or recordable media, 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.
Select audio (➡ page 17, 26)
Skip a minute forward (➡ page 25)
Show VCR Plusr screen (➡ page 21)
Show FUNCTIONS window (➡ page 43)
Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (➡ page 10, 25)
Return to previous screen
Skip the specified time/Display the television image
as a picture-in-picture (➡ page 18, 25)
Show television program list (➡ page 19)
Change recording mode (➡ page 16)
Start recording (➡ page 16)
Show status messages (➡ page 31)
Create chapters/“Green” button for television program
list (➡ page 26, 19)
Main unit
POWER button (POWER Í/I) (➡ page 10)
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.
POWER
Connection for camcorder,
etc. (➡ page 41)
Connection for digital video
(DV) camcorder (➡ page 41)
Rear panel terminals (➡ page 7)
The unit’s display
Card indicator
HDD indicator
e.g.,
[HDD]
SD/PC card slots (➡ page 28)
SD CARDPC CARDEJECT
R
L2
S-VIDEO IN VIDEO INAUDIO IN
L/MONO
DV IN
Recording mode
Timer recording indicator
HDD
SD PC
XP
PLAY
SP
LP
EP
CH
REC
Channel
Recording
Playback
Remote control signal sensor/Start recording (➡ page 16)
Select drive (➡ page 16, 24, 29)
Disc tray (➡ page 16, 24)
Lights when the HDD, DVD, SD or PC
Open/close disc tray (➡ page 16, 24)
HDDDVD
Display (➡ below)
Skip the specified time/Display the television image
Lights when the HDD or DVD
as a picture-in-picture (➡ page 18, 25)
drive is selected
Transferring (dubbing) in progress indicator
DVD
R-AM
VCD
.MIX
REC
PLAY
Main display section
Recording/Playback
Stop (➡ page 16, 25)
drive is selected
OPEN/CLOSE
TIMESLIP
SD PCDVDHDD
DRIVE SELECT
CHTIME SLIP
Start play
(➡ page 24)
REC
/x1.3
Time Slip indicator
(➡ page 18)
Channel select (➡ page 16)
Skip/Slow/Search (➡ page 25)
Disc type
D.MIX (multi-channel DVD-Audio only)
When lit: Down-mixed audio is played.
When off: The disc prevents down-mixing so only the two
front channels can be played.
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STEP
1
Connection
∫ Examples of equipment you can connect to this unit’s terminals
Television
Amplifier
Getting started
To IN3 (L3) input
terminals (rear)
Cable TV box
From OUT1 or OUT2
terminals
This unit
Video cassette recorderCamcorder
From AUDIO OUT terminals or
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal
To L2 or DV input terminals
(front) (➡ page 41)
To IN1 (L1) input
terminals (rear)
∫ When the unit is not to be used for a long time
Do not place the unit on
amplifiers or equipment
that may become hot.
The heat can damage the unit.
To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unit
consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off
(approx. 15 W).
≥Note that the television program list is not downloaded while the
unit is unplugged.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the
unit.
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≥The equipment connections described are examples.
≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
Connecting a television and VCR
A to X are indexes for Spanish Quick Reference.
Getting started
G-LINK
AUDI O IN
R L
R - AUDIO - L
R - AUDIO - L
VIDEO IN
VIDEO
VIDEO
S VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT1OUT2
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(480P/480I)
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
YPBPR
OPTICAL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)
R - AUDIO - L
R - AUDIO - L
VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
(L1)
(L3)
VHF/UHF
RF IN
IN1
IN3
RF IN
RF OUT
VHF/UHF
∫ 75 ≠ coaxial cable
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 OUT terminal, the S-VIDEO OUT terminal or the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. If the television has none of
these terminals, consult your local dealer.
≥Refer to page 9 if the antenna connector doesn’t match.
R L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
VHF/UHF
RF IN
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.
≥When connecting to a television with a built in VCR, connect to
the input terminals on the television side, not the VCR side.
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STEP
1
Connection
Connecting a cable TV box
≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.
≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box.
≥If you receive your programming solely from a satellite service, the program guide in this unit will not receive program listings or
channel information. Without this information, program-based recordings cannot be made. However, recordings can still be set
manually.
A to Q are indexes for Spanish Quick Reference.
A Television
Getting started
AUDI O IN
R L
VIDEO IN
S VIDEO IN
VHF/UHF
RF IN
B This unit
G-LINK
E IR Blaster
Insert the IR Blaster jack into
the G-LINK terminal.
The cable TV box is
controlled by an IR signal
transmitted through the IR
Blaster.
When selecting channels on
this unit, the corresponding
channels on the cable TV
box also change accordingly.
≥Only use the included IR
Blaster.
§ For more information on connections (➡ page 7)
C Audio/video cable
VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT1OUT2
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(480P/480I)
YPBPR
OPTICAL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)
R - AUDIO - L
R - AUDIO - L
F Use IN3 (L3) [not IN1 (L1)].
C Audio/video cable
J Setting the IR Blaster
➡ below
§
R - AUDIO - L
R - AUDIO - L
G
Red White Yellow
G
Red White Yellow
VIDEO
R L
AUDI O
K Cable TV box
VIDEO
VIDEO
D 75 ≠ coaxial
(L1)
S-VIDEO
IN1
IN3
S-VIDEO
(L3)
H Connect to either this
unit’s RF IN terminal or
IN3 (L3) terminal.
D 75 ≠ coaxial cable
I S-Video cable
OUTIN
S-VIDEO
RF
L From antenna or
§
cable
RF IN
RF OUT
VHF/UHF
cable TV jack
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∫ Should I use the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal or
the RF OUT terminal?
If your cable TV box has both AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals and
RF OUT terminals, we recommend connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO
OUT terminal with the unit’s IN3 (L3) terminal. Using this
connection provides better picture quality.
≥The S-VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the
VIDEO terminal.
Setting the IR Blaster
Place the IR Blaster in front of the signal sensor of the cable TV
box.
M Read the cable TV box operating instructions regarding
positioning of the signal sensor.
N If necessary, use the double sided adhesive tape (included) to
secure the IR Blaster to a flat surface.
O e.g. Television stand surface
Q If you peel off the adhesive tape, the
surface may become damaged.
Once you have confirmed the cable TV
box is operating correctly, secure it by
attaching the adhesive tape.
P Cable TV box
Connecting an amplifier or system component
∫ Connection to a stereo amplifier∫ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on
DVD-Video
Amplifier’s rear panel
Audio cable
To OUT1 or OUT2
G-LINK
AUDIO IN
R L
Red White
Red White
R - AUDIO - L
R - AUDIO - L
Connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder
displaying these logo marks using an optical digital
audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio
Output” (➡ page 49).
≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to
DVD.
≥Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when
playing DVD-Audio.
Amplifier’s rear panel
Optical digital audio
cable
Do not bend sharply
when connecting.
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
OUT1OUT2
YPBPR
COMPONENT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
(480P/480I)
OPTICAL IN
OPTICAL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)
R - AUDIO - L
R - AUDIO - L
VIDEO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
Getting started
Insert fully, with this
side facing up.
This unit
RF IN
(L1)
IN1
IN3
(L3)
RF OUT
VHF/UHF
If the antenna connector doesn’t match
Other antenna connections to the unit
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead.
≥If your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use
the lead connection to minimize signal loss.
∫ A single twin lead
∫ A twin lead and a coaxial cable
∫ Two twin leads
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna terminals
on your television. Refer to the television’s operating instructions.
∫ A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal
∫ A twin lead terminal
∫ Two twin lead terminals
∫ Multiple antenna terminals
≥Connect to one of the ANT terminals, then change the television’s
settings as necessary.
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STEP
2
Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system
Preparation
≥Turn on the television and selectthe appropriate video input to
suit the connections tothis unit.
≥When using the cable TV box,check the following.
–Make sure the IRBlaster is connected and positioned properly
(➡page8).
–Make sure the cable TVbox is turned on.
1Press [ÍDVDPOWER].
Getting started
2Following the on-screen messages,
input the operating environment foryour television.
≥Move the cursor using [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [ENTER]
to confirm.
≥Press the numbered buttons to enter numbers.
≥Press [ENTER] to advance to the next screen.
≥Refer to the guidance on the bottom of the screen.
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After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing
[ÍDVDPOWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit starts
TV Guide OnScreen
TM
system setup.
Even if you do not want to use the TV Guide On
TM
Screen
system, complete the setup. You cannot use
timer recording unless the setup is completed.
Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On
TM
Screen
system. Other languages cannot be
displayed.
TV Guide On ScreenTM system
This unit downloads a free television program list from a TV
station and displays the list on the television screen. The list
offers you many convenient functions such as timer recording
(➡ page 19) and so on (➡ page 23).
≥If you receive your programming solely from a satellite
service, the program guide in this unit will not receive program
listings or channel information. Without this information,
program-based recordings cannot be made. However,
recordings can still be set manually.
Downloading the television program list
≥The unit downloads the television program list only when the
unit is turned off.
≥When the unit is connected to a cable TV box, the cable TV
box must be turned on in order to download the television
program list.
≥In order to cool the circuits used for downloading the television
program list, sometimes the cooling fan operates when the
unit is turned off. This is not a malfunction.
Set the following;
≥Country (USA/Canada)
≥ZIP (Postal) code
≥Cable service connected to this unit (Yes/No)
When “No” is selected ➡ right, “The set contents are displayed
together”
≥Cable TV box connected to this unit (Yes/No)
When “No” is selected ➡ right, “The set contents are displayed
together”
TM
If you do not want to use the TV Guide On Screen
Select “No” at this point even if a cable TV box is connected.
system
If you are using a cable TV box, set the following:
SETUP
Disc
Video
Set Up
Manual Clock Setting
/:
/
SATAM
MONTH DAYYEAR
HOUR MINUTE
1
1
1200
2000
DST TIME ZONE
OFF
EST
Channel
≥Cable TV box connection channel (Ch2/Ch3/Ch4/L3)
–If you are connecting the cable TV box to this unit’s IN3 (L3)
terminal, select “L3”.
–If you are connecting the cable TV box to this unit’s RF terminal,
select “Ch2”, “Ch3” or “Ch4”, according to the cable TV box
setting.
≥Cable TV box brand
(Move down with [4] for more brands. Select “Not Listed” if you
cannot find your cable TV box on the list.)
≥IR signal code
Make sure your cable TV box is set to the channel that appears
on screen and press [ENTER]. A test is performed.
Is your cable box now tuned to channel 09?
Yes
No
–If the cable TV box has changed to channel 09, select “Yes” and
press [ENTER].
–If the cable TV box is still set to the same channel, select “No”
and press [ENTER]. Repeat this step until the cable TV box
changes to channel 09.
∫ The set contents are displayed together
To use immediately (Manual Clock Setting)
Set the clock manually.
Please note that the program list is not displayed until the unit
downloads it. Timer program recording is only possible manually.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3, 4] to select “Set Up” and
press [1].
3Press [3, 4] to select “Manual Clock
Setting” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2, 1] to select the item you
want to change and press [3, 4] to
change the setting.
Getting started
Zi
p code - 11111 (USA)
Cable - Yes
Cable box - No
–If the information is correct, select “Yes, end setup” and press
[ENTER].
–If the information is not correct, select “No, repeat setup
process” and press [ENTER] to start the setting again.
Once you confirm the input content, the following screen appears.
What would you like to do now?
Watch TV
3Press [ENTER].
A television reception screen or a blue background screen is
displayed.
If you do not want to use TV Guide On Screen
➡ page 50, Auto channel/clock settings
4Press [Í DVD POWER].
Leave the unit turned off until the unit downloads the television
program list. This may take up to a maximum of 24 hours.
When the unit is connected to a cable TV box
≥The cable TV box must be turned on in order to download the
television program list.
≥Note that the television program list may not be downloaded
correctly if you change the channel of the cable TV box while the
unit is turned off.
If you find “There is no data for this screen” on the television when
you turn the unit on, the unit has not yet downloaded the program
list.
SORTSCHEDULE LISTINGS
There is no data
for this screen.
This unit may download more than one channel line-up. Follow the
on-screen guidance and select one of the channel line-ups
(➡ page 23).
TODAY
Last
Channel
NWGB
TV
NWBG
BOX
ANiMe
Network
PBS
87
V
T
p
ducation
TM
system
LISTINGS
8:00PM
8:30PM
FAVORITES RECORD INFO.
5Press [ENTER].
The clock starts.
6Press [SETUP].
≥DST (Daylight Saving Time): ON or OFF
If you select “ON”, the clock is advanced one hour starting at 2
a.m. on the first Sunday in April and ending at 2 a.m. on the last
Sunday in October.
≥TIME ZONE shows the time difference from Greenwich
meantime (GMT).
EST (Eastern Standard Time) l GMT j5
CST (Central Standard Time)l GMT j6
MST (Mountain Standard Time) l GMT j7
PST (Pacific Standard Time)l GMT j8
AST (Alaska Standard Time)l GMT j9
HST (Hawaii Standard Time)l GMT j10
In the United States, TV GUIDE and other related marks are
registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/
or one of its affiliates. In Canada, TV GUIDE is a registered
mark of Transcontinental Inc., and is used under license by
Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. TV Guide On Screen,
G-LINK, VCR Plusr and PlusCode are registered marks of
Gemstar-TV Guide International and/or one of its affiliates.
The TV Guide On Screen and VCR Plusr systems are
manufactured under license from Gemstar-TV Guide
International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates.
GEMSTAR-TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND/
OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES ARE NOT IN ANY WAY
LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM
SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE TV
GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL
GEMSTAR- TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND/
OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SORTSCHEDULE
AMOUNTS REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS,
LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION
WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY
INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES
RELATING TO THE TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM.
The TV Guide On Screen and VCR Plusr systems are
protected by one or more issued United States patents such as
6,331,877; 6,239,794; 6,154,203; 5,940,073; 4,908,713;
4,751,578; 4,706,121; 6,466,734; 6,430,359; 6,091,882;
6,049,652; 5,335,079; 5,307,173.
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STEP
3
Set up to match your television and remote control
DVD POWER
TV
POWER
VOLUME
CH
TV/VIDEO
INPUT SELECT
TV operation
buttons
SD/PC
DVD
HDD
23
Numbered
buttons
Getting started
SETUP
1
456
7809
CANCEL
SKIP
STOP
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
SUB MENU
PROG/CHECK
DISPLAY
SETUP
Info
DUBBING
VCR Plus+
SLOW/SEARCH
PAUSE
ENTER
TIME SLIP
REC MODEERASE
CHAPTER
PAG E
CH
AUDIO
CM SKIP
PLAY/x1.3
FUNCTIONS
RETURN
TV GUIDE
REC
STATUS
3,4,2,1
ENTER
RETURN
Television operation
You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn
the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the
television channel and change the television volume.
Point the remote control at the television
While pressing [Í POWER TV], enter the
code with the numbered buttons.
Test by turning on the television and changing channels. Repeat
the procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.
PHILIPS (RC-5)03
RCA05
SAMSUNG14, 18, 19
≥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.
Selecting television type
You do not have to change the setting when connected to a 4:3
standard aspect television that is not compatible with progressive
output (➡ page 53).
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3, 4] to select “TV Screen”
and press [1].
3Press [3, 4] to select “TV Type” and
press [ENTER].
SETUP
Channel
Set Up
Disc
Video
Audio
Display
TV Screen
≥Aspect 4:3/Aspect 16:9:
4:316:9
4:3 standard aspect
television
≥480P/480I:
Select “480P” if the television is compatible with
progressive output.
TV Type
Aspect 4:3 & 480I
Aspect 4:3 & 480P
Aspect 16:9 & 480I
Aspect 16:9 & 480P
16:9 widescreen
television
4Press [3, 4] to select the item and
press [ENTER].
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To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
When other Panasonic products
SETUP
Remote Control Code
Channel
Set Up
respond to this remote control
Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote
control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products
close together.
Use “1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3, 4] to select “Set Up” and
press [1].
3Press [3, 4] to select “Remote
Control Code” and press [ENTER].
4Press [3, 4] to select the code (1, 2,
or 3) and press [ENTER].
Press “±
”
and “ENTER
for more than 2 seconds on the remote.
”
together
5To change the code on the remote control
While pressing [ENTER], press and
hold the numbered button ([1], [2] or
[3]) for more than 2 seconds.
Getting started
6Press [ENTER].
∫ When the following indicator appears on the
unit’s display
The unit’s remote control code
Change the code on the remote control to match the main unit’s
(➡ step 5).
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
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HDD, disc and card information
HDD and discs you can use for recording and play
TypeLogoInstructions
Temporary storage
≥You can record up to 284 hours [in EP (8H) mode] (➡ page 17, Recording modes and
Hard disk drive (HDD)
≥160 GB
Indicated in these
instructions with [HDD]
–
Getting started
DVD-RAM
≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm
(5z)
≥2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z)
[RAM]
DVD-R
≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)
≥1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)
[DVD-R]
≥We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. DVD-R from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the
recording.
∫ Which should I use, DVD-RAM or DVD-R?
The following chart indicates the differences. Select based upon what you require.
approximate recording times).
≥You can view the title being recorded from the beginning (Chasing playback, Time Slip)
(➡ page 18).
≥You can record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording”. You can transfer (dub)
a recorded title to a CPRM compatible DVD-RAM; however, the title is erased from the HDD
(➡ page 53).
≥You can play and transfer (dub) still pictures taken on a digital camera etc. (➡ page 28, 42).
Re-writable discs for backup use
≥You can record up to 16 hours [in EP (8H) mode on double-sided disc. You cannot record or
play continuously on two sides.] (➡ page 17, Recording modes and approximate recording
times).
≥You can view the title being recorded from the beginning (Chasing playback, Time Slip)
(➡ page 18).
≥Scratch and dust resistant cartridge discs and large capacity double sided discs (9.4GB) are
commercially available.
≥You can record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” when using CPRM
(Content Protection for Recordable Media) compatible discs (➡ page 53). You cannot transfer
(dub) a recorded title.
≥This unit is compatible with 1k–3k recording speed discs.
≥You can transfer (dub) up to 24 k recording speed by using a high speed recording
compatible disc (➡ page 37).
≥You can play and transfer (dub) still pictures taken on a digital camera etc. (➡ page 28, 42).
One time recording discs for backup use (recordable until the disc is full)
≥You can record up to 8 hours [in EP (8H) mode] (➡ page 17, Recording modes and
approximate recording times).
≥
By finalizing the disc, you can play it in a DVD player as DVD-Video (Play only) (➡page 45, 53).
≥You cannot record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording”.
≥This unit is compatible with 1k–4k recording speed discs.
≥You can transfer (dub) up to 32 k recording speed by using a high speed recording
compatible disc (➡ page 37).
§1
You can erase, enter name and change thumbnail. Available
space does not increase after erasing.
§2
Only on DVD-RAM compatible players.
§3
After finalizing the disc (➡ page 45, 53).
§4
Only one is recorded (➡ page 48, Select MTS).
§5
CPRM (➡ page 53) compatible discs only.
§6
The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.
[Note]
When “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” is set to “On” the restrictions
on secondary audio recording, etc. are also applied to DVD-RAM.
Turn this setting “Off” if high speed transfer (dubbing) to DVD-R is
not necessary when recording a program (➡ page 48).
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≥This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs (audio recording discs) which
have been recorded under one of the following standards: CD-DA,
MP3 and Video CD. Close the session or finalize the disc after
recording.
Play may be impossible on some CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the
condition of the recording.
≥The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you
may not always be able to control play as described in these
operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
≥2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5z)
≥3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring
≥Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment (➡ page 53,
Finalize)
≥PAL discs (you can still play the audio on DVD-Audio)
≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”
≥DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, iR, iRW, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD,
CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, Divx Video Disc, etc.
The following can be displayed on this unit.
¢¢¢: NumbersXXX: Letters
Card
DCIM
IM¢¢CDPF or IMEXPORT
You can insert directly into
the SD card slot.
[SD]
You can insert into the PC
card slot using an adaptor
(TYPE II PC card adaptor).
[PC]
You can insert directly into
the PC card slot.
§
[PC]
(Higher folder)
¢¢¢XXXXX
XXXX
¢¢¢¢
.JPG
¢¢¢¢
XXXX
XXXX
XXXX
¢¢¢¢
¢¢¢¢
.JPG
.TIF
.TIF
§
≥You can play and transfer (dub) still pictures taken on a digital camera etc.
(➡ page 28, 42).
≥You can set the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) for automatic printing on your
home printer or at a photo developing store (➡ page 36, 53).
≥Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16
≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card.
≥You cannot use SD cards that exceed 2 GB.
≥We recommend using this unit to format a card before recording (➡ page 45, 53).
≥You may not be able to use the card if formatted on a computer.
§
Content saved on SD media storage (SV-PT1).
You can only play the recorded still pictures and transfer (dub) the data onto other
cards, HDD or DVD-RAM.
DVD-RAM
JPEG
DCIM¢¢¢
DCIM
¢¢¢XXXXX
(Higher folder)
¢¢¢XXXXX
XXXX
XXXX
¢¢¢¢
¢¢¢¢
.JPG
.TIF
§
Getting started
XXXX
¢¢¢¢
.JPG
¢¢¢¢
XXXX
§
Folders can be created on other equipment. However, these folders cannot be selected as a transferring (dubbing) destination.
.TIF
≥The folder cannot be displayed if the numbers are all “0” (e.g., DCIM000 etc).
≥If a folder name or filename has been input using other equipment, the name may not be displayed properly or you may not be able to play or
edit the data.
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Recording television programs
HDD
SP
CH
HDD
XP
CH
HDD
XP
CH
REC
SD CARDPC CARDEJECT
POWER
HDD, DVD indicator
2
OPEN/CLOSE
TIME SLIP
DVDHDD
SD PC
Time Slip indicator
TIME SLIP
DVD POWER
TV
POWER
VOLUME
CH
TV/VIDEO
INPUT SELECT
Recording
Numbered
buttons
;
∫
DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
HDD
DVD
1
23
456
7809
CANCEL
SKIP
STOP
PAU S E
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
ENTER
SUB MENU
PROG/CHECK
DISPLAY
SETUP
Info
DUBBING
SD/PC
AUDIO
VCR Plus+
CM SKIP
SLOW/SEARCH
PLAY/x1.3
FUNCTIONS
RETURN
TV GUIDE
TIME SLIP
REC MODEERASE
STATUS
CHAPTER
PAG E
CH
REC
1
3
AUDIO
1
FUNCTIONS
3421
ENTER
RETURN
TIME SLIP
4
5
STATUS
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
≥It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD
drive simultaneously.
≥You can record up to 500 titles on HDD, 99 titles on one disc.
≥It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a double
sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it
over.
hen using 8 cm (3″) DVD-RAM, remove the disc from the cartridge.
≥W
≥It is not possible to record CPRM (➡ page 53) protected material
onto DVD-R or 2.8 GB DVD-RAM discs.
≥It is not possible to record to a card.
When transferring (dubbing) in high speed mode to DVD-R
after you have recorded to the HDD.
Set “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” to “On” before recording to
the HDD (➡ page 48).
However, the following restrictions apply.
≥Even 16:9 aspect (Widescreen) programs are recorded in 4:3
aspect.
≥Even if “Hybrid VBR Resolution” is set to “Automatic”, it
changes to “Fixed” automatically (➡ page 48).
When recording to DVD-R
≥When recording MTS broadcasts, only the audio selected in
“Select MTS” (➡ page 48) is recorded (“Main” or “SAP”).
≥In order to play a DVD-R recorded using this unit on
another playback source, the disc must first be finalized
(➡ page 45).
Preparation
Press [RETURN] to exit the television program list if it is displayed on
the television. To turn off auto start up of the television program list
➡ page 23, Selecting the TV Guide On Screen
TM
system start up
pattern.
1
DRIVE SELECT
3
5
∫
1
REC
/x1.3
CHTIME SLIP
1Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the
recording drive.
The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit.
2If you selected the DVD drive
Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main
unit to open the tray and insert a disc.
≥Press the button again to close the tray.
Insert label-up.
Insert fully so it
clicks into place.
Insert with the arrow facing in.
3Press [WXCH] to select the channel.
To select with the numbered buttons:
TV Mode (Airwaves)
e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5]
15: [1] ➡ [5]
CATV Mode (Cable)
e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5]
15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]
115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]
≥Select the audio to record (➡ page 17).
4Press [REC MODE] to select the
recording mode (XP, SP, LP, or EP).
Remaining time on the disc
≥To record sound using LPCM (XP mode only):
Set “Audio for XP Recording” to “LPCM” in the SETUP menu
(➡ page 49).
5Press [¥ REC] to start recording.
Recording will take place on open space on the HDD or on
disc. Data will not be overwritten.
≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during
recording.
≥You can record while the unit is on standby for timer recording, but
once the time for the timer recording to begin is reached, any
recording taking place will stop and the timer recording will begin.
∫ To stop recording
Press [∫].
From the start to the end of the recording is called one title.
[HDD]
When continuously recording for long durations, titles are
automatically divided every 8 hours.
[DVD-R]
It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording
management information after recording finishes.
∫ To pause recording
Press [;].
Press again to restart recording.
(Title is not split into separate titles.)
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∫ To specify a time to stop recording—One Touch
Recording
During recording
Press [¥ REC] to select the recording time.
Each time you press the button:
0:30 "# 1:00 "# 1:30 "# 2:00 "# 3:00 "# 4:00
^"""""""""""" Counter (cancel) ,"""""""""""}
≥This does not work during timer recordings (➡ page 19) or while
using Flexible Recording (➡ page 18).
To stop recording partway
Press [∫].
Off Timer
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 47, “Off Timer”).
Recording modes and approximate
recording times
Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may
become shorter than indicated.
HDD
ModeSingle-
XP (High quality)36121
SP (Normal)70242
LP (Long play)138484
EP (Extra long play)
(160GB)
284 (212
§
)8 (6§)16 (12§)8 (6§)
DVD-RA MDVD-
sided
(4.7 GB)
Double-
sided
(9.4 GB)
(Unit: hour)
R
(4.7
GB)
Selecting audio to record
[HDD] [RAM]
Press [AUDIO].
[.
Stereo: Main audio (stereo)
l
l
l
SAP:Secondary audio program (SAP)
l
l
a-
Mono: Main audio (monaural)
HDD
CH 12
((
Stereo
≥If you change the sound setting while recording, the recorded
sound will also change.
[DVD-R]
[HDD] [RAM] (When recording sound in LPCM)
[HDD] [RAM] (When “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” is set to “On”)
≥If the broadcast is “MonoiSAP”, audio will be
v
monaural even if you select Stereo mode.
≥If recorded in SAP mode, main audio is also
v
recorded.
≥Select “Mono” if reception is poor during a stereo
broadcast.
e.g., “Stereo” is selected
“((” appears when the unit is receiving the audio
type you selected.
Select the audio (Main or SAP) in “Select
MTS” in the SETUP menu (➡ page 48).
Recording
XP
SP
LP
§
EP (6H)
Picture quality
EP (8H)
Recording time
§
When “Recording Time in EP Mode” is set to “EP (6H)” in the
SETUP menu.
The sound quality is better when using “EP (6H)” than when using
“EP (8H)”.
[Note]
When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be
possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this
case use EP (6H) mode.
FR (Flexible Recording Mode)
The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP
(8H) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space
with the best possible recording quality.
≥You can set when transferring (dubbing) or programming timer
recordings.
≥
When recording to the HDD, picture quality is automatically adjusted
to precisely fit a transferred (dubbed) title on a 4.7 GB disc.
≥All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in the
display.
XP
SP
LP
EP
CH
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Recording television programs
Refer to the control reference on page 16.
[HDD] [RAM]
Playing while you are recording
You can change the drive and play while recording on this unit. Also,
while recording to the HDD or to DVD-RAM you can view the title
being recorded from the beginning as well as play a recorded title.
Playing from the beginning of the title you are
recording—Chasing playback
Press [1](PLAY).
Time Slip indicator on the main unit lights.
Recording
Playing a title previously recorded while recording—
Simultaneous rec and play
1Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
2Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a title
and press [ENTER].
Time Slip indicator on the main unit lights.
To exit the Direct Navigator screen
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Reviewing the recorded images while recording—
Time Slip
[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
Flexible Recording
The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording
within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR
mode.
e.g.,
Preparation
≥Select the channel to record.
≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select
“FLEXIBLE RECORDING” and press
[ENTER].
1Press [TIME SLIP].
Time Slip indicator on the main unit lights.
PLAY
0 min
REC
≥You will hear the playback audio.
Play starts from 30
seconds previous.
The image currently being
recorded
2Press [3, 4] to select the time and
press [ENTER].
≥Press [TIME SLIP] to show the play images in full. Press
again to show the play and recording images.
∫ To stop play
Press [∫].
∫ To stop recording
2 seconds after play stops
Press [∫].
∫ To stop timer recording
Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.
≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3
seconds to stop recording.
3Press [2, 1] to select “Hour” and
“Min.” and press [3, 4] to set the
recording time.
≥You can also set the recording time with the numbered
buttons.
≥You cannot record more than 8 hours.
4When you want to start recording
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Start”
and press [ENTER].
Recording starts.
To exit the screen without recording
Press [RETURN].
To stop recording partway
Press [∫].
To show the remaining time
Press [STATUS].
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Recording
Timer recording
≥To enter the channel
Press [3, 4] to select “Channel” and press the numbered
buttons.
–To select the input channel (L1/L2/L3/DV)
Press [DUBBING] (Blue).
≥To change the recording mode
Press [3, 4] to select “Quality” and press [DUBBING]
(Blue).
Each time you press the button:
≥To change the recording drive
Press [3, 4] to select “Destination” and press [DUBBING]
(Blue).
Each time you press the button:
HDD ,-. DVD
When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough
remaining space, recording automatically switches to the
“HDD” (➡ right, Relief Recording).
4Press [ENTER].
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Manually programming timer
recordings
1Press [PROG/CHECK].
2Press [CHAPTER] (Green).
3Enter the settings.
≥To enter the date
Press [3, 4] to select “Date” and press the numbered
buttons.
(Date: Month/Day/Year)
≥To enter the time
Press [3, 4] to select “Start Time” or “End Time” and press
the numbered buttons.
–You can set up to 8 hours.
–To change am/pm
Press [2, 1] to select “am” or “pm” and press [DUBBING]
(Blue).
≥Press [CHAPTER] (Green) to change recording frequency.
Each time you press the button:
≥To program other recordings
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “RECORD” and repeat steps
2–4.
5Press [TV GUIDE].
Returns to the television screen.
≥The unit is not off. To save power, turn the unit off by
pressing [Í DV D POWE R].
≥When using the cable TV box, make sure the cable TV box is
turned on.
Notes on timer recording ➡ page 21
∫ To cancel recording when recording has already
begun
Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.
≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3
seconds to stop recording.
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