Panasonic DMR-EH585 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-EH585

The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the silver model.

Region number supported by this unit

Region numbers are allocated to DVD Recorders and DVD-Video according to where they are sold.

≥The region number of this unit is “2”. ≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with

labels containing “2” or “ALL”.

Example:

Guide

Quick Start

Basic

operations

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

2 ALL

Dear customer

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

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

The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the following countries:

Austria/Belgium/Germany/Italy/Luxembourg/ Netherlands/Spain/Switzerland

(As of February 2008) ≥This service may not be available in some

areas in the above countries.

≥There may be changes in the service areas.

RQT9059-L

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE,

DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. ≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Included accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of February 2008. These may be subject to change.)

∏ 1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000124)

∏ 1 AC mains lead

For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.

∏ 1 RF coaxial cables

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 OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS

WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS

LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY

FRIENDLY MANNER.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

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

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

∏ 2 Batteries

for remote control

∏ 1 Audio/video cable

The remote control information

∫ Batteries

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

R6/LR6, AA

≥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 leave batteries in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight

for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

≥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.

Remote control operations (➡ 4)

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(Inside of product)

About descriptions in these operating instructions

≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as “➡ ±±”.

∫ Use

Remote control signal sensor

7 m directly in front of the unit

Table of contents

Getting started

Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

The remote control information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Quick Start Guide

Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

STEP 1 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings

. . . . . . 8

GUIDE Plus+ system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

HDD and disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

USB memory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Media handling (Disc/USB memory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Regarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG)

. . . . . . . 15

HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Basic operations

Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs

Recording television programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

. . . . . . . 17

Advanced operations

Important notes for recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Advanced recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . . . 22

When the format confirmation screen is displayed. . . . . . . . . . . 22

When removing a recorded disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Recording broadcasts from external equipment. . . . . 24

Making timer recordings on the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Recording from digital/satellite receiver or decoder . . . . . . . . . . 24

Linked timer recordings with external equipment (digital/satellite

receiver) — EXT LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Copying from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Manual recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

DV automatic recording (DV Auto Rec) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Advanced timer recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using SHOWVIEW number to make timer recordings. . . . . . . . . . 26

Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

To cancel recording when recording has already begun . . . . . . 27

To release the unit from recording standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Relief Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Auto Renewal Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

VPS/PDC function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Basic operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Selecting the programme from the desired category . . . . . . . . . 29

Advanced playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Operation during play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—Direct Navigator

Switching the Direct Navigator appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

To sort the titles for easy searching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

To play grouped titles [HDD] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

To edit the group of titles [HDD]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Playing DivX, MP3 and still pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Showing the menu screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Playing DivX video contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Playing MP3 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Playing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Useful functions during still picture play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Playing music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

To play music CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

To play music recorded on HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Useful functions during music play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Convenient functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

FUNCTION MENU window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

To pause the TV programme you are watching—Pause Live TV

Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI

Control

Easy control only with VIERA remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

”/Q Link) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

. . . . . . 31

. . . . 37

Editing

Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Editing still pictures and music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Copying

Copying titles or playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Copying using the copying list–Advanced Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video

format), +R and +R DL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Copying still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Copying all the still pictures on the USB memory—Copy All Pictures

Copying using the copying list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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Copying music to HDD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

About the Gracenote® Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Copying music from a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Copying music from a USB memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

To update the Gracenote

Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Setting menus

Using on-screen menus/Status message. . . . . . . . . . . 56

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Status messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

HDD and disc management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Providing a name for a disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Deleting all the contents—Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Selecting the background style–Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first–Auto-Play Select

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment–Finalise . . . . . 60

Creating Top Menu—Create Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

. . . . . 60

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Television operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Reference

Additional connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Connecting a television with AUDIO/VIDEO or S VIDEO terminals Connecting a VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO or S VIDEO terminals Connecting a television with COMPONENT VIDEO terminals Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal Connecting a stereo amplifier Connecting with an HDMI compatible television and receiver Connecting a television and VCR Connecting a television and VCR, digital/satellite receiver or decoder

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

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

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.

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Getting startedQuick Start

Basic

Advanced

EditingSetting menusReference Copying

RQT9059

Guide

operations

Control reference guide

Remote control

Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.

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 

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





 

DVD

DRIVE SELECT

DELETE

STOP

OPTION

REC

AUDI O

SKIP

INPUT

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

PAU S E

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

REC MODE

DISPLAY

STATUS

ShowView

PROG/CHECK

PLAY/x1.3

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

VOL

PAG E

EXIT

RETURN

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

  

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 

1Turn the unit on (➡ 8) 2Select drive [HDD or DVD] (➡ 17, 18)

Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT].

3Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 4To delete unwanted recorded titles, still pictures or music (➡ 20,

45)

5Basic operations for recording and play 6Show programme information in the GUIDE Plus+ system (➡ 29) 7Selection/OK, Frame-by-frame (➡ 30) 8Show DIRECT NAVIGATOR (➡ 31, 40) 9Show OPTION menu (➡ 40)

This menu is used when playing or editing titles and still pictures, etc.

:Colour buttons

– for switching the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen (➡ 31, 34, 36) – for switching Video/Playlists (➡ 49) – for selecting character type when entering text (➡ 46) – for manual tuning settings (➡ 61) – for GUIDE Plus+ operations (➡ 29)

;Recording functions

≥[¥ REC] Start recording (➡ 18) ≥[REC MODE] Change recording mode (➡ 18) ≥[EXT LINK] Linked timer recordings with external equipment

(➡ 24)

≥[¥ DIRECT TV REC] Direct TV recording (➡ 38)

<Select audio (➡ 30) =Show status messages (➡ 57) >Transmit the remote control signal ?Television operations (➡ 66) @Channel select/Change pages in the GUIDE Plus+ system

(➡ 18, 29)

AShow S BInput select (AV1, AV2, AV3 or DV) (➡ 24, 25) CShow Timer Recording screen (➡ 26) DExit the menu screen EShow the GUIDE Plus+ screen (➡ 9, 19) FShow FUNCTION MENU window (➡ 37)

GReturn to previous screen HCreate chapter (➡ 30) ISkip approx. 1 minute forward (➡ 30) JSkip the specified time (➡ 30) KShow on-screen menu (➡ 56)

HOWVIEW screen (➡ 26)

By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions (Playback, Recording, etc.) quickly and easily.

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Main unit

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1Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➡ 8)

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.

2Disc tray (➡ 14) 3Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 25) 4Connection for VCR, camcorder etc. (➡ 25, 67) 5Display (➡ below) 6Open/close disc tray (➡ 14)

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7USB port (➡ 14) 8Stop (➡ 18, 30) 9Star t play (➡ 17) :Channel select (➡ 18) ;Star t recording (➡ 18)/Specify a time to stop recording (➡ 18) <Remote control signal sensor

Rear panel terminals (➡ 6, 7, 67, 68, 69)

OPEN/CLOSE

REC

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 

Pull to flip down the front panel.

The unit’s display

OPEN/CLOSE

Control reference guide

REC

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

REC

PLAY

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1 Copying indicator 2 Linked timer recordings with external equipment indicator

Recording indicator Playback

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indicator

REC

PLAY

4Timer recording indicator 5Disc indicator 6Drive [HDD or DVD] indicator 7Main display section indicator 8Recording mode indicator

≥Indicators for functions that this unit does not support will not light.

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Recording/Playback indicator

REC

PLAY

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STEP

RF IN

RF OUT

DIGIT

AL A

UDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

OUT

V OUTT

RF IN

RF OUT

DIGIT

AL A

UDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

OUT

V OUTT

Connection

Using a 21-pin Scart cable

≥You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television (➡ 38). ≥You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television (➡ 82).

[Required]setting] “AV1 Output” in the Setup menu (➡ 64)

≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Select the connection pattern that matches your environment from pattern A–B. Confirm connections not listed below with your

dealer.

≥Refer to “Additional connections” (➡ 67) for connection using other terminals and connection with other equipment.

When the unit is not to be used for a long time

To save power, unplug it from the household mains socket. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off

[approx. 2 W (Power Save mode)]

When “Power Save” is set to “On”, the “Quick Start” function does not work.

Connecting a television

To the aerial Television’s rear panel

Aerial cable

VHF/UHF

RF IN

RF coaxial cable

(included)

1 2

To the aerial

Aerial cable

RF IN

OPTICAL

OUT

DIGI

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

Connecting a television and digital/satellite receiver or decoder

Television’s rear panel

VHF/UHF

RF IN

UDIO OU

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

AV1 (TV)

Connecting a terminal other than the 21-pin Scart terminal (➡ 7, 67)

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

OUT

R-AUDIO-L

AAV OU

S VIDEOVIDEO

Connecting a terminal other than the 21-pin Scart terminal (➡ 7, 67)

To household mains socket

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

Connect only after all other

connections are complete.

Cooling fan

To household mains socket

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

AC mains lead

(included)

AC IN

This unit’s rear panel

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RF coaxial cable

(included)

RF IN

OPTICAL

OUT

DIGI

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

UDIO OU

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

21-pin Scart cable

Digital/satellite receiver or decoder’s rear panel

[Required]setting] “AV2 Input” and “AV2 Connection” settings in the Setup menu (➡ 64)

AC mains lead

(included)

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

Connect only after all other

connections are complete.

Cooling fan

AV1 (TV)

OUT

R-AUDIO-L

AAV OU

S VIDEOVIDEO

Connect the unit directly to the television

If you connect the unit through an AV selector or video cassette recorder to the television,

AC IN

This unit’s rear panel

DO NOT

Te l ev i s i o n

video signal will be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture may not be shown correctly.

VCR

This unit

≥When connecting to a television with a built-in VCR

Connect to the input terminals on the television side if there are both television and VCR input terminals.

You can enjoy high-quality picture by adding the HDMI cable connection to the 21-pin Scart cable connection between this unit and your TV on

RF IN

RF OUT

DIGIT

AL A

UDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

OUT

V OUTT

page 6.

Connecting to a TV with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) cable

When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted. You can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cord. When connecting to an HDMI-compatible HDTV (High Definition Television), the output can be switched to 1080p, 1080i or 720p HD video. ≥Video sources converted to 1920k1080 resolution, while of high quality, will exhibit somewhat lower subjective image resolution than true,

native 1080p full-HD sources. See dealer for details.

≥Please use HIGH SPEED HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).

Regarding VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” function

When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with the “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations would be possible. [➡ 38, Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control

≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised. ≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.

Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m), etc.

”/Q Link)]

STEP 1 Connection

Connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA)

If the 21-pin Scart cable is connected, the following

HDMI IN

Television’s rear panel

functions are available.

≥Download from the TV (➡ 38) ≥Direct TV Recording (➡ 38) ≥Watching pictures from digital/satellite receiver or

decoder

(In this case, make sure to switch the television input to “AV”.)

[Required]setting]

≥Set “Digital Audio Output” to “HDMI and Optical”

(➡ 64). (The default setting is “HDMI and Optical”.)

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

RF IN

OPTICAL

OUT

DIGI

UDIO OU

COMPONENT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

VIDEO OUT

HDMI cable

AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

AV1 (TV)

HDMI AV OUT

OUT

R-AUDIO-L

AAV OU

S VIDEOVIDEO

This unit’s rear panel

21-pin Scart cable

Digital/satellite receiver or decoder’s rear panel

[Note]

≥If you are connecting to a TV that is only compatible with 2 channel audio output, audio with 3 channels or more will be down mixed (➡ 81) and

output as 2 channels, even if connecting with an HDMI cable. (Some discs cannot be down mixed.)

≥You cannot connect this unit to DVI devices that are incompatible with HDCP.

For units compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright protection that are equipped with a digital DVI input terminal (PC monitors, etc.): Depending on the unit, images may not display properly or at all when connecting with a DVI/HDMI switching cable. (Audio cannot be output.)

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STEP

TIME SL IP

DISPLAY

STATUS

AUDIO

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LIN K

REC MOD E

REC

MANUAL S KIP

CREATE

CHAPTER

RETURN

PAUSE

STOP

SLOW/SEAR CH

SKIP

ShowVie w

PAGE

DRIVE SELECT

¦DVD

Numbered buttons

,,,

OPTION

Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings

∫ To change the on-screen menu language

to English

DVD

DRIVE SELECT

DELETE

OPTION

AUDIO

STOP

REC

SKIP

REC MODE

STATUS

2 54

PAU SE

3 6 9

INPUT

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DISPLAY

VOL

PAG E

ShowView

PROG/CHECK

PLAY/x1.3

EXIT

RETURN

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

9:

GUIDE

RETURN

1 While stopped, Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Weit. Funktionen” and press

[OK].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and press [OK]. 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Display” and press [1]. 5 Press [3, 4] to select “Sprachauswahl” and press

[OK].

6 Press [3, 4] to select “English” and press [OK]. 7 Press [EXIT].

≥If the TV aspect setting screen appears on the

television.

TV Aspect

16:9 WIDE TV

4:3 TV

SELECT

16:9

Pan & Scan

Letterbox

RETURN

≥16:9:

When connected to a 16:9 widescreen television

≥Pan & Scan:

When connected to a 4:3 aspect television, side picture is trimmed for 16:9 picture (➡ 82).

1 Turn on the television and select the

appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.

2 Press [Í DVD] to turn the unit on.

When connecting to a television that has the VIERA Link or Q Link functions (➡ 38), downloading from the television starts.

Download from TV

Pos 4

Download in progress. Please wait. RETURN: to cancel

RETURN

You can download the tuning positions from the television for the channels in this unit’s channel coverage. This unit’s Auto Clock Setting function synchronizes the time when the TV channel that is broadcasting time and date information is tuned.

≥If the Country setting menu appears on the television.

Länderauswahl

Deutschland

Italia Nederland

Österreich

SELECT

Press [3, 4] to select the country and press [OK].

Andere

RETURN

RETURN: verlassen OK: anwählen

Auto-Setup starts. This takes about 8 minutes.

≥Letterbox:

When connected to a 4:3 aspect television. 16:9 picture is shown in the letterbox style (➡ 82).

Press [3, 4] to select the TV aspect and press [OK].

When television type and aspect is set, the GUIDE Plus+ setting screen appears.

Auto-Setup

Do you want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system ?

Yes No

SELECT

RETURN

(The above message also appears in countries where GUIDE Plus+ system is not available. However set up is not possible.)

≥If you want to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].

Proceed to step 2 (➡ 9, GUIDE Plus+ system settings)

≥If you do not want to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system or if

you live in a country where GUIDE Plus+ system is not available (➡ 9, GUIDE Plus+ system)

Press [2, 1] to select “No” and press [OK].

Television picture appears. Set up is complete.

To stop partway

Press [RETURN].

∫ If the clock setting menu appears

Set the clock manually (➡ 65).

∫ To confirm that stations have been tuned

correctly (➡ 61)

∫ To restart set up (➡ 62)

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GUIDE Plus+ system settings

GUIDE Plus+ system

The GUIDE Plus+ system provides programme information from the host station displayed on the television like a TV programme magazine. Setting up to record a broadcast is easy too. Simply select the desired programme from the displayed list. You can also search for desired programmes by displaying only the programmes in a certain category.

The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the following countries:

Austria/Belgium/Germany/Italy/Luxembourg/ Netherlands/Spain/Switzerland

(As of February 2008) ≥This service may not be available in some areas in the above

countries.

≥There may be changes in the service areas.

[Note]

You will need to complete Channel reception settings (➡ 8) to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system. ≥The GUIDE Plus+ system setup will not work if the clock is not

set correctly.

≥The receipt of the GUIDE Plus+ system data is only possible

via the antenna input of this unit. The receipt of the GUIDE Plus+ data via externally connected satellite receivers or digital set-top boxes is not possible.

Visit following homepage for more information.

http://www.europe.guideplus.com

1 Press [GUIDE].

3 One of the following screens will appear

Confirm the message on the screen.

Landscape

12.1. Wed 15:05

12.1 Wed

15:05~16:05

Time:

15:00

Ta. ..

ARD

...

ZDF

Das Familiengericht

RTL

Richterin Barbara Sa...

SAT1

...

***06

PRO7

Abenteuerurlaub

MDR

-24 Hr

TIMER REC

RETURN

7th Heaven

Abenteuer...

Derrick

7th Heaven

+24 Hr

info

GUIDE

GUIDE Plus+ download is completed.

12.1. Wed 15:05

No Host Channel was detected. Please refer to Operating Instructions.

Press OK to continue.

RETURN

GUIDE Plus+ system is not available. Check the host channel of your country. (➡ 11, Host Channel)

Prog. Type

All Types

15:30 16:00 16:30

Fliege-Die Talkshow

Bianca-Wege...

Heute in ...

Das Jugendgericht

Richter Alexander...

Gilmore...

No Data

Aktuell

Prog. Type

OPTION

Display Mode

PAGE -

PAGE +

Setup

If “No Data” appears (➡ 10, Editing

...

programme lists, Reference)

12.1. Wed 15:05

Postal Code

Current Country: Germany

This unit downloads GUIDE Plus+ data several times a day. Clicking noise may be heard at that time.

0 9

RETURN

2 Press [3, 4] or the numbered buttons

to enter the Postal Code of your location and press [OK].

12.1. Wed 15:05

It may take up to 2 hours to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

≥If you want to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].

Setup

Yes

Do you want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system? It may take time up to 2 hours.

RETURN

12.1. Wed 15:05

Data download was unsuccessful. Next download time slot will be at XX:XX.

Press OK to continue.

RETURN

Setup

To download GUIDE Plus+ data, turn off your unit at the time displayed on the screen or download the data manually from “Data Download” in the Setup menu at that time. (➡ 11, Changing the settings)

To stop partway

Press [RETURN].

≥For further information about operating the GUIDE Plus+

programme list, refer to “Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system”. (➡ 29)

[Note]

If your Postal Code changes, you can update this information later in the Setup of the GUIDE Plus+ system (➡ 11, Changing the settings).

STEP 2 Channel reception settings and TV aspect settings/GUIDE Plus+ system settings

≥If you do not want to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system

Press [2, 1] to select “No” and press [OK].

To download the GUIDE Plus+ data later (➡ 10, GUIDE Plus+ data download)

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GUIDE Plus+ system settings

REC

Refer to the control reference on page 8.

GUIDE Plus+ data download

The GUIDE Plus+ data is transmitted from the Host Channel (the television station transmitting the television programme list) several times a day. Data will be transmitted at 2:50 AM every day. It takes approximately 2 hours to complete data download.

There are 2 ways to download GUIDE Plus+ data.

– Download automatically when the unit is turned off. – Download manually from “Data Download” in the Setup menu.

Download data automatically

≥The GUIDE Plus+ data is downloaded automatically when the unit

is turned off.

During download, “GUIDE” appears in the display of your unit.

DCCH BS

DUB

MPEG4 D.MI X

Link

HDD

DVD SD

REC

PLAY PLAY

EXT

If you turn on the unit while “GUIDE” appears, the data update is interrupted.

≥If the GUIDE Plus+ data download at 2:50 AM and a timer

recording overlap, you can select which will be given priority. To ensure the GUIDE Plus+ data is downloaded, you can disable the timer recordings during data transmission. (➡ 11, left column, Night Download)

Download data manually

At the data transmission time, you can download the data manually from “Data Download” in the Setup menu (➡ 11).

[Note]

≥Depending on when you set up this unit, it may take approximately

one day before you can display the television programme list.

≥The stations displayed in the television programme list are

determined according to geographical areas.

≥A station that is not registered in your area is not displayed in the

television programme list even if a signal can be received.

≥Once you have downloaded the programme list, reception of data

is required regularly to update and maintain the programme list.

≥Do not disconnect the AC mains lead during data download. ≥During data download, the HDD rotates and will make operating

sounds.

NET

SP LP EP

DVD

RWRAM

SDPC

AVCD

Editing programme lists

1 Press [GUIDE]. 2 Press [OPTION].

12.1. Wed 15:05

Landscape

12.1 Wed

16:05~17:05

Time:

15:00

Ta. ..

ARD

...

ZDF

Das Familiengericht

RTL

Richterin Barbara Sa...

SAT1

Detektiv

RTL2

...

VOX

Die Abschl...

PRO7

RETURN

Gilmore girls

Abenteuer...

Derrick

7th Heaven

Prog. Type

All Types

15:30 16:00 16:30

Fliege-Die Talkshow

Bianca-Wege...

Heute in ...

Das Jugendgericht Richter Alexander...

Beyblade

Duel M...

Freunde...

Setup Editor

Yu-... Gilmore... S.O.S Style & ...

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Editor” and

press [OK].

12.1. Wed 15:05

Name

ARD ZDF

WDR

***04

***05

***06

RETURN

Editor

On/Off

OnOnARD On On BBC1BBC1

Reference

TF1On TF6On

FR6 ESPRTOnEuros

- - - -

ARTEOn

Source

Tun er Tun er Tun er

Tun er Tun er Tun er Tun er Tun er

PAGE +

4 Press [3, 4] to select the desired

“Name” and press [1].

You can also press [WXCH] to browse through the station list.

On/Off To select the stations to be displayed on the

Reference To set the appropriate Reference manually

programme list.

Only stations set to “On” are displayed in the GUIDE Plus+ list.

Press [3, 4] to change the “On/Off” settings and press [OK].

If “No Data” appears in the GUIDE Plus+ list for a station, this station is either not supported by the GUIDE Plus+ data or a GUIDE Plus+ Reference could not be clearly assigned (“----” appears in the Reference field of this station). In this case, set the appropriate Reference manually. You can also manually assign the appropriate Reference even if a station name was not recognized (e.g. ***06).

12.1. Wed 15:05

Landscape

12.1 Wed

15:05~16:05

Time:

15:00

Ta. ..

ARD

...

ZDF

Das Familiengericht

RTL

Richterin Barbara Sa...

SAT1

...

***06

PRO7

Abenteuerurlaub

MDR

-24 Hr

TIMER REC

RETURN

7th Heaven

Abenteuer...

Derrick

7th Heaven

+24 Hr

GUIDE

Prog. Type

All Types

15:30 16:00 16:30

Fliege-Die Talkshow

Bianca-Wege...

Heute in ...

Das Jugendgericht Richter Alexander...

Gilmore...

No Data

Aktuell

Prog. Type

OPTION

Display Mode

PAGE PAGE +

...

Press [3, 4] to change the “Reference” setting of the appropriate station and press [OK].

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[Note]

The station names in the Reference list can deviate from the station list.

[Note]

Changes in the station list in the Setup menu (➡ 61) of your unit will cause all Editor settings to return to the initial condition.

Changing the settings

You can change the basic settings for your GUIDE Plus+ list.

1 Press [GUIDE]. 2 Press [OPTION].

12.1. Wed 15:05

Landscape

12.1 Wed

16:05~17:05

Time:

15:00

Ta. ..

ARD

...

ZDF

Das Familiengericht

RTL

Richterin Barbara Sa...

SAT1 RTL2

...

VOX

Die Abschl...

PRO7

RETURN

Gilmore girls

Abenteuer...

Derrick

Detektiv

7th Heaven

Prog. Type

All Types

15:30 16:00 16:30

Fliege-Die Talkshow

Bianca-Wege...

Heute in ...

Das Jugendgericht Richter Alexander...

Beyblade

Duel M...

Freunde...

Setup Editor

Yu-... Gilmore... S.O.S Style & ...

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and

press [OK].

12.1. Wed 15:05

Setup

Host Channel

It is not possible to receive GUIDE Plus+ data in all countries (➡ below). Check whether the right Host Channel has been input.

List of Host Channel (As of February, 2008)

Country Host Channel Display of the Host

Channel

Germany Eurosport EUROS

Austria Eurosport EUROS

Italy MTV MTV

Netherlands Eurosport EUROS

≥To change the Host Channel manually ➡ left

[Note]

≥Which channels appear in the GUIDE Plus+ list depends on local

reception conditions. Sub-optimum reception quality can result in missing or incomplete GUIDE Plus+ data.

GUIDE Plus+ system settings

Postal Code

Host Channel

Data Download

Night Downlo

RETURN

XXXXX

EUROS

4 Press [3, 4] to select an item and

press [OK].

Postal Code

Host Channel

Data Download

Night Download

[Note]

≥Existing information can be lost by changing the Postal Code or

Host Channel.

≥Entry of the wrong Postal Code or Host channel can lead to the

receipt of wrong or no data.

≥To change the settings, release the unit from recording standby

(➡ 27).

To enter the Postal Code

The entry of the Postal Code is required to receive regional data.

1Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK]. 2Press [3, 4, 2, 1] or the numbered buttons to

enter your Postal Code and press [OK].

To change the Host Channel manually

The GUIDE Plus+ System information is transferred via the Host Channel. The “Auto” setting is recommended. A Host Channel is then set by the system automatically.

1Press [3, 4] to select the desired station and

press [OK].

2Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].

≥The setting of the Host Channel can take some time. ≥To check the host channels of your country

➡ right, Host Channel

To download GUIDE Plus+ data manually

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK]. The update can take approximately 2 hours. ≥For further informations ➡ 10, GUIDE Plus+ data

download

To select the priority during midnight

The GUIDE Plus+ data is downloaded at 2:50 AM every day. It takes approximately 2 hours to complete data download. If the GUIDE Plus+ data download at 2:50 AM and a timer recording overlap, you can select which will be given priority.

On: Data Download

Timer recording does not start or is interrupted for data download.

Off: Timer programming

GUIDE Plus+ data will not be downloaded. After recording finishes, we recommend you to change this setting to “On”.

Press [2, 1] to select “On” or “Off” and press [OK].

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HDD and disc information

HDD and discs you can use for recording and play

(≤: Possible, –: Impossible)

Disc type

Standard symbol

Hard disk drive (HDD)

[HDD]

DVD-RAM

[RAM]

DVD-R

[-R] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation

Logo Data that

can be

recorded

and played

– Video

Still picture

Music Video

Still picture

Video – ≤≤

Rewritable Play on other

players

≤ – ≤≤≤

≤≤ ≤ ≤ ≤

§1

Recording 16:9

aspect picture

Recording both M 1

§2

and M 2 for bilingual

broadcasts

§3

–

(Either one)

§2

compatible discs

Copy-once

recording

(CPRM)

CPRM (➡ 81)

only.

–

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DVD-R DL

§4

Video – ≤≤

[-R]DL] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation

DVD- RW

Video ≤≤ ≤

[-RW‹V›] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation

– Video – ≤ – (4:3 aspect)

[+R] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation

+R DL

§4

– Video – ≤ – (4:3 aspect)

[+R]DL] before finalisation [DVD-V] after finalisation

+RW

– Video ≤≤– (4:3 aspect)

[+RW]

§1

[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] Finalisation needed for playback on other equipment (➡ 60). [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVDRAM compatible DVD players. [-R]DL], [+R]DL] or [+RW] can be played back only on equipment compatible with these discs.

§2

For further information (➡ 21, Important notes for recording)

§3

The audio selected in “Bilingual Audio Selection” (➡ 63) is recorded.

§4

[-R]DL] [+R]DL] You cannot directly record to these discs (➡ right).

≥[RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] To use a new disc, formatting is

necessary (➡ 59).

≥[+RW] If the disc failed to play on other equipment, we recommend

you create top menu (➡ 60).

≥Use of Panasonic discs is recommended.

For available recording times for different discs under different recording modes, see “Recording modes and approximate recording times” (➡ 22).

≥Formatting and/or recording/initializing constraints may prevent

you from playing or recording certain discs.

≥Please see specifications (➡ 80) for compatible disc versions and

recording speeds.

∫ Recording format

This unit records video in the following formats.

DVD Video Recording format [HDD] [RAM]

This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit television broadcasts and so on.

≥You can delete unwanted parts of a title, create playlists, etc. ≥The broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” can be

recorded to a CPRM compatible disc.

DVD-Video format [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›]

This recording method is the same as commercially available DVDVideo. ≥The broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be

recorded even if using a CPRM compatible disc.

≥After finalising the disc, you can play the disc on DVD players and

other equipment.

+VR (+R/+RW Video Recording) format [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]

This is a method for recording moving pictures to +R/+RW discs. You can playback such discs recorded in this method in a similar way as contents recorded in the DVD-Video format. ≥The broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be

recorded.

≥After finalising the disc or creating the top menu, you can play the

disc on DVD players and other equipment.

§3

–

(Either one)

§3

–

(Either one)

§3

–

(Either one)

§3

–

(Either one)

§3

–

(Either one)

[Note]

≥When “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On”, the restrictions on

secondary audio recording are also applied to DVD-RAM. Turn this setting “Off” if high speed copy to [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] is not necessary (The default setting is “On”. ➡ 62).

≥+R discs recorded with this unit and +R discs recorded with

another Panasonic DVD Recorder may be incompatible. However, discs that are finalised are compatible and can be played.

≥This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have

PAL signal recordings. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.)

≥You may not be able to record depending on the condition of the

discs and you may not be able to play due to the condition of the recording.

You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL and +R DL disc on this unit.

Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc.

When playing DVD-R DL (Dual Layer, single-sided) and +R DL (Double Layer, single-sided)

DVD-R DL (Dual Layer, single-sided) and +R DL (Double Layer, single-sided) discs have two writable layers on one side. If there is not enough space on the first layer to record a programme, the remainder is recorded on the second layer. When playing a title recorded on both layers, the unit automatically switches between layers and plays the title in the same way as a normal programme. However, video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers.

When switching layers: Video and audio may momentarily cut

Second recordable layer

The available space

First recordable layer

Title 1

(Inner section of the disc)

DVD-R DL +R DL

Playback direction

Title 2

(Outer section of the disc)

Play-only discs

Disc type Logo Standard

symbol

DVD-Video [DVD-V] High quality movie and music discs

DVD-RW (DVD

Video

Recording

format)

[-RW‹VR›] DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder

≥You can play programmes that allow One time only recording if they

have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc.

≥By formatting (➡ 59) the disc, you can record onto it in DVD-Video

format.

≥It may be necessary to finalise the disc on the equipment used for

recording.

DVD- R

DVD-R DL

DivX, MP3,

JPEG

≥DVD-R and DVD-R DL with video recorded in DivX ≥DVD-R and DVD-R DL with music recorded in MP3 ≥DVD-R and DVD-R DL with still pictures recorded in JPEG

CD [CD]

– DivX, MP3,

JPEG

Recorded audio and music (including CD-R/RW

≥CD-R and CD-RW with video recorded in DivX ≥CD-R and CD-RW with music recorded in MP3 ≥CD-R and CD-RW with still pictures recorded in JPEG

Video CD [VCD]

≥Recorded music and video (including CD-R/RW

SVCD

Uses

HDD and disc information

)

Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some 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.

≥Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.

Discs that cannot be played

≥2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm ≥3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring ≥DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL recorded on another unit

and not finalised (➡ 81).

≥Discs recorded with AVCHD format. ≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “2” or “ALL” ≥DVD-Audio ≥Blu-ray, HD DVD

Types of disc or title recorded on HDD for the type of connected TV

When you use the discs recorded either PAL or NTSC, or playback a title recorded on HDD using PAL or NTSC, refer to this table. (≤: Possible to view, –: Impossible to view)

TV type Disc/Titles

recorded on HDD

Yes/No

≥DVD-ROM, +R (8 cm), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD, CVD,

SACD, MV-Disc, PD

Multi-system TV PA L ≤

NTSC ≤

PAL TV PA L ≤

NTSC

§1

≤

(PAL60)

NTSC TV PA L –

NTSC

§1

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

§2

Select “NTSC” in “TV System” (➡ 64).

§2

≤

≥When playing back a title recorded on the HDD, ensure that you

match the “TV System” setting to the title (PAL or NTSC) (➡ 64).

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USB memory information

Compatible USB memories USB memories which are defined as USB mass storage class, and digital cameras that use PTP

Format FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported.

Indicated in these instructions by

Data that can be played or copied (≤: Possible, –: Impossible)

File format DivX MP3 Still pictures (JPEG)

Playing ≤≤≤ Copying to HDD – ≤≤

Instructions You can play DivX files

≥Despite meeting the conditions mentioned above, there may be USB memories that cannot be used for this unit.

protocol:

– USB memories that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed.

USB memories for USB 2.0 High Speed work as USB 2.0 Full Speed.

≥USB memories of up to 128 GB can be used. ≥USB memories that support bulk only transfer.

CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported. Digital Cameras which require additional programme installation when connected to a PC are not supported.

≥ ≥MTP (Media Transport Protocol) device is not supported. ≥A multi-port USB card reader is not supported.

≥UDF/NTFS/exFAT file system is not supported. ≥Depending on the sector size, some files may not work. ≥Only the first partition on USB memories with multi-partition is supported.

[USB]

recorded with a computer onto the USB memory (➡ 32).

You can play and copy to HDD MP3 files recorded with a computer onto the USB memory (➡ 33, 54).

You can play and copy to HDD or DVD-RAM still pictures recorded with a computer onto the USB memory (➡ 34, 52).

[Note]

≥This unit’s USB port does not support bus-powered USB device.

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Media handling (Disc/USB memory)

Inserting discs

1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray.

∫ Cartridge disc

Insert label-up with the

Insert label-up.

2 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. Automatic drive select function

[RAM] [Only for discs with the write-protect tab on the cartridge set to “PROTECT” (➡ 58, Cartridge-protection)] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] ≥If the unit is recording to the HDD or stopped, it automatically

switches to the DVD drive when a disc is inserted.

≥If you eject a disc and close the disc tray, the HDD drive is

automatically selected.

[Note]

≥When using 8 cm DVD-RAM, or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the disc

from the cartridge.

≥[RAM] It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side

of a double sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.

≥[RAM] When using cartridge discs with the write-protect tab in the

protect position (➡ 58), play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.

Inserting, removing the USB memory

Inserting the USB memory

≥Before inserting any USB memory to

this unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been backed up.

≥Check the orientation of the USB

connector and insert it straight in.

≥If you insert an USB device while the

unit is stopped, the “USB device” screen is displayed. Select an item and press [OK] to switch to the USB-related operations (➡ 32, 52).

Removing the USB memory

≥Complete all USB-related operations and pull the USB memory

straight out.

≥If a USB memory being accessed is pulled out, then the data may

be damaged.

arrow facing in.

Insert fully.

Disc care

∫ How to hold a disc

Do not touch the recorded surface.

∫ Concerning non-cartridge discs

Be careful about scratches and dirt.

∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

∫ Handling precautions

≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc

warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)

≥Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt

pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements.

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

electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥Do not drop stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them. ≥Do not use the following discs:

– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels

(rental discs, etc.). – Discs that are badly warped or cracked. – Irregularly shaped discs, such as

heart shapes.

≥Do not place in the following areas:

– In direct sunlight. – In very dusty or humid areas. – Near a heater. – Locations susceptible to significant

difference in temperature (condensation can occur). – Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.

≥To protect discs from scratches and dirt, return them to their cases

or cartridges when you are not using them.

DO NOT

Regarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG)

jpg

DivX

Playable

[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB]

media

File format

DivX ≥Files must have the

extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”.

Number of folders

Number

Maximum number of folders recognizable: 300 folders (including the root folder)

§1

Maximum number of files recognizable

: 200 files

of files

Support version

Plays all versions of DivX video (including DivX 6) with standard playback of DivX media files. Certified to the DivX Home Theater Profile.

Video – Number of stream: Up to 1 – Codec: DIV3, DIV4, DIVX, DV50 – Picture size: 32 x 32 to 720 x 576 – FPS (Frame Per Second): Up to 30 fps Audio – Number of stream: Up to 8 – Format: MP3, MPEG, AC3 – Multi channel: AC3 is possible. MPEG multi is 2 ch

conversion.

MP3

Playable

[HDD] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB]

media

File format

Number of folders (groups)

Number of files

MP3 ≥Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.

Maximum number of folders (groups) recognizable: 300 folders (groups) (including the root folder)

§1

Maximum number of files (tracks) recognizable

3000 files (tracks)

(tracks)

Bit rates 32 kbps to 320 kbps

Sampling

16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/32 kHz/44.1kHz/48 kHz

frequency

ID3 tags compatible ([HDD] [USB])

≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within a MP3 file,

play may not be possible.

Still pictures (JPEG

Playable

§2

)

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB]

media

File format

Number of pixels

Number of folders

File format: JPEG ≥Files must have the extension “.jpg” or “.JPG”.

Between 34k34 and 6144k4096 (Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)

[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Maximum number of folders recognizable: 300 folders

§3

[HDD] [RAM] This unit can handle a maximum of 300 folders

Number of files

[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Maximum number of files

§3

recognizable

§1

: 3000 files

[HDD] [RAM] This unit can handle a maximum of 3000 files

MOTION

not supported

JPEG

§1

Total number of recognizable file including MP3, JPEG, DivX and other types of files is 4000.

§2

It may take a few moments for still pictures to display.

§3

When there are many files and/or folders, some files may not display or be playable.

[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] ≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended

formats) and Joliet

≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of the

disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.

≥Operation may take time to complete when there are many files

(tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some files (tracks) may not display or be playable.

≥English alphabet and Arabic numerals are displayed correctly.

Other characters may not be displayed correctly.

≥The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is

displayed on a computer.

≥Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files

(tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the order you numbered them.

≥This unit is not compatible with packet-write format. ≥Depending on the recording conditions, the disc may not play.

[HDD] [RAM]

≥Compatible formats: DCF

digital camera, etc.)

§4

Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard established

§4

compliant (Content recorded on a

by Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

∫ Structure of folders displayed by this unit

You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making folders as shown below. However depending on the method of writing data (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders.

Structure of MP3 folders

[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you want to play them.

Structures of still picture folders

[-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] Files inside a folder are displayed in the order they were updated or taken.

[RAM]

The following can be displayed on this unit.

¢¢¢: Numbers XXX: Letters

§1

Still pictures on the root folder can also be displayed.

§2

Folders can be created on other equipment. However, these folders cannot be selected as a copying destination.

≥If a folder name or file

name 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.

Root

Order of play

Root

XXXX

JPEG

DCIM

001

003 group

Root

____

.JPG

DCIM___

___XXXXX

(folder=group)

001

001track.mp3 002track.mp3 003track.mp3

002 group

001track.mp3 002track.mp3 003track.mp3 004track.mp3

001track.mp3 002track.mp3 003track.mp3

P0000001.jpg P0000002.jpg

002 Folder

P0000003.jpg P0000004.jpg

P0000005.jpg

004 Folder

P0000010.jpg P0000011.jpg P0000012.

XXXX

____

XXXX

____

(file=track)

003 Folder

P0000006.jpg P0000007.jpg P0000008.jpg P0000009.jpg

.JPG

USB memory information/Regarding DivX files, MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG)

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HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care

The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage. As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup.

∫ The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dust

Depending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer be possible. Especially during operation, do not subject the unit to any vibration, shock, or remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket. In the event of a power failure during recording or play, the content may be damaged.

∫ The HDD is a temporary storage device

The HDD is not an everlasting storage device for recorded content. Use the HDD as a temporary storage place for one-off viewing, editing, or copying. It is recommended to save the recorded content on a disc or to keep the original data or CDs that they were copied from.

∫ Immediately save (backup) all content as soon as you feel there may be a problem with the HDD

If there is an irregularity within the HDD, repetitive strange sounds or problems with picture (block noise, etc.) may result. Using the HDD in this condition may worsen the problem and in the worst case the HDD may no longer be usable. As soon as you notice this type of problem, copy all content to disc and request service. Recorded content (data) on a HDD that has become unusable is unrecoverable.

≥When the unit is turned on or off, there may be an unexpected sound. This does not indicate a problem with this unit.

∫ Setup precautions

≥Do not place in an enclosed area where the rear cooling

fan and the cooling vents on the side are covered up.

≥Place the unit on a surface that is flat and not subject to

vibration or impact.

≥Do not place on anything that

generates heat like a video cassette recorder, etc.

≥Do not place in an area often subject to

temperature changes.

≥Place in an area where condensation

does not occur. Condensation is a phenomenon where moisture forms on a cold surface when there is an extreme change in temperature. Condensation may cause internal damage to the unit.

≥Conditions where condensation may occur

– When there is an extreme change in temperature (moving

from a very hot location to a very cold location, or vice versa, or when subjected to an air conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts the unit). When the HDD (warms during operation) is subjected to cold air, condensation may form on the inside of the HDD and may cause damage to the HDD

heads, etc. – When there is high humidity or a lot of steam in the room. – During the rainy season.

In the above situation, without turning the unit on, let the unit adjust to the room temperature and wait 2–3 hours until condensation is gone.

DO NOT

This unit

VCR

∫ Cigarette smoke etc. causes malfunction or

breakdown

The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke or bug spray/vapor, etc. gets inside the unit.

∫ While operating

≥Do not move the unit or subject to vibration or impact. (The

HDD may become damaged.)

≥Do not remove the AC mains lead from the household mains

socket, or flip the power breaker switch. While the unit is on, the HDD is rotating at high speed. Sound or movement due to rotation is normal.

∫ When moving the unit

1Turn the unit off. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the display.) 2Remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket. 3Move only after the unit has come to a complete stop (approx.

2 minutes) in order to avoid subjecting to vibration and shock. (Even after turning the unit off, the HDD continues operating for a short time.)

∫ HDD recording time remaining

This unit records using a VBR (Variable bit rate) data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments which may cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording. If the remaining amount of time is insufficient, delete any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording. (Deleting a playlist will not increase the amount of time.)

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∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).

Unit care

The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the

instructions that came with the cloth.

Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure.

Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it impossible to record or play discs. Use the DVD lens cleaner (not included) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.

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

The heat can damage the unit.

[Note]

Do not obstruct the rear panel’s internal cooling fan.

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

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

DO NOT

Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs

TIME S LIP

DISPLAY

STATUS

AUDIO

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LIN K

REC MOD E

REC

MANUAL S KIP

CREATE

CHAPTER

RETURN

PAUSE

STOP

SLOW/SEAR CH

SKIP

ShowVie w

PAGE

DRIVE SELECT

Refer to “Advanced playback” (➡ 30) for detail information.

DVD

Numbered buttons

,,,

OPTION

DRIVE SELECT

DELETE

OPTION

AUDIO

STOP

REC

SKIP

2 54

REC MODE

STATUS

PAU SE

3 6 9

INPUT

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DISPLAY

VOL

PAG E

ShowView

PROG/CHECK

PLAY/x1.3

EXIT

RETURN

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

RETURN

≥When playing back a title recorded on the HDD, ensure that you

match the “TV System” setting to the recorded title (➡ 64).

∫ When a menu screen appears on the television

[DVD-V]

OPEN/CLOSE

REC

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [OK]. ≥Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. ≥If you are instructed to press the “ENTER” button by the menu

screen or the disc’s instruction document, press [OK].

[VCD]

Press the numbered buttons to select the item.

e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5] 15: [1] ➡ [5]

≥To return to the menu screen

[DVD-V]

1 Press [OPTION]. 2Press [3, 4] to select “Top Menu” or “Menu” and press [OK].

[VCD]

Press [RETURN].

[Note]

Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [∫] when you have finished playback to protect the unit’s motor, your television screen and so on.

Preparation

≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit

the connections to this unit.

≥Turn on this unit.

1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the

HDD or DVD drive.

The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit’s display.

2 If you selected the DVD drive

3 Press [1](PLAY).

Menu operation for other type of contents

≥DivX (➡ 32) ≥MP3 (➡ 33) ≥Still pictures (JPEG) (➡ 34) ≥Music on HDD (➡ 36) ≥Music CD (➡ 36)

[Note]

≥During recording, timer recording standby or EXT LINK standby,

this unit cannot play discs or titles that do not match the “TV System” (➡ 64) setting. It is recommended “TV System” be set to match the discs or title before playing them.

≥Depending on the disc, it may take time for the menu screen,

pictures, sound, etc. to start.

≥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.

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

≥Press the button again to close the tray.

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Play starts from the most recently recorded title. [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] Play starts from the beginning of the disc.

HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care/Unit care/Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs

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Recording television programmes

TIME SL IP

DISPLAY

STATUS

AUDIO

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LIN K

REC MOD E

REC

MANUAL S KIP

CREATE

CHAPTER

RETURN

PAUSE

STOP

SLOW/SEAR CH

SKIP

ShowVie w

PAGE

DRIVE SELECT

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Refer to “Important notes for recording” (➡21) and

➡

“Advanced recording” (

22) for detail information.

OPEN/CLOSE

REC

3 5

DVD

Numbered buttons

DRIVE SELECT

DELETE

SKIP

2 54

3 6

ShowView

PROG/CHECK

INPUT

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

VOL

PAG E



PAUSE

CREATE

CHAPTER

REC MODE

DISPLAY

STATUS

EXT LINK

PLAY/x1.3

EXIT

RETURN

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

AUDIO

OPTION

AUDIO

STOP

REC

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

[RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

≥To use a new disc, formatting is necessary.

Preparation

≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit

the connections to this unit.

≥Turn on this unit.

1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the

HDD or DVD drive.

The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit’s display.

2 If 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.

3 Press [WXCH] to select the channel.

4 Press [REC MODE] to select the

To select with the numbered buttons: e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5]

15: [1] ➡ [5]

recording mode (XP, SP, LP or EP).

≥Recording modes and approximate recording times (➡ 22)

≥To record sound using LPCM (XP mode only):

Set the “Audio Mode for XP Recording” to “LPCM” in the Setup menu (➡ 63).

RECREC

Remaining time on the disc

5 Press [¥ REC] to start recording.

REC

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 in standby for timer

recording. However, once the time for the timer recording to begin is reached, any recording taking place will stop and the timer recording will begin.

≥[HDD] [RAM] When “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “Off”

(➡ 62), you can change the audio being received by pressing [AUDIO] during recording. (Does not affect the recording of audio.)

∫ To pause recording

Press [;].

Press again to restart recording. You can also press [¥ REC] to restart. (Title is not split into separate titles.)

∫ To stop recording

Press [∫].

≥From the start to the end of the recording is called one title. ≥[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to

complete recording management information after recording finishes.

In order to play DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R (recorded with this unit) on other DVD players, it is necessary to finalise them (➡ 60).

≥[USB] It is not possible to record on a USB memory.

Quick Start (➡ 65)

1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording & EPG Display

(When connecting to TV using 21-pin Scart, COMPONENT VIDEO, VIDEO or S VIDEO terminals) From the power on, recording on DVD-RAM and HDD starts in about 1 second after the REC button is pressed. If the GUIDE button is pressed while the unit is off, the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) displays in less than 1 second. (Quick Start Mode)

≥“Quick Start” is set to “On” at the time of purchase. ≥Depending on the type of TV or the connected terminal, it may

take time to display the screen.

[Note]

Startup takes up to a minute when:

– You play a disc or start recording to discs other than DVD-

RAM. – You want to make other operations. – The clock has not been set.

If a station broadcasts Teletext information

The unit automatically records the programme’s and station’s name if the station’s Title Page is correctly set (➡ 61).

[Note]

The unit may take some time in retrieving titles (up to 30 minutes) and may fail in some cases.

To specify a time to stop recording— One Touch Recording

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

During recording

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

≥You can specify up to 4 hours later. ≥The unit display changes as shown below.

OFF 0:30 ""# OFF 1:00 ""# OFF 1:30 ""# OFF 2:00 ^" Counter (cancel) ,"" OFF 4:00 ,"" OFF 3:00 ,}

≥This does not work during timer recordings (➡ 19, 26) or while

using Flexible Recording (➡ 23).

≥The unit turns off automatically after the time to stop recording is

reached.

To cancel

Press [¥ REC] on the main unit several times until the counter appears. ≥The time to stop recording is cancelled; however, recording

continues.

To stop recording

Press [∫].

Timer recording

TIME SL IP

DISPLAY

STATUS

AUDIO

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LIN K

REC MOD E

REC

MANUAL S KIP

CREATE CHAPTER

RETURN

PAUSE

STOP

SLOW/SEAR CH

SKIP

ShowVie w

PAGE

DRIVE SELECT

Timer Recording

1:58 SP

DVD

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

TUE 14.10.08. 12:54:00

Mode

StopStartNameName Date

VPS PDC

HDD DVD

17:0016:0015. 7. TUE SP OFFHDD

1 ARD

Programme Name

Fliege-Die Talkshow

TUE 14.10.08. 12:56:00

Mode

Stop

VPS PDC

HDD DVD

HDD

Drive space

20:00

OFF

Refer to “Operations in the GUIDE Plus+ system” (➡ 29) and “Advanced timer recording” (➡ 26–28) for detail information.

DVD

¦DVD

2, 3, 4

DRIVE SELECT

DELETE

OPTION

AUDIO

STOP

REC

SKIP

2 54

SELECT

PAU SE

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

REC MODE

DISPLAY

STATUS

VOL

PAG E

3 6

ShowView

PROG/CHECK

INPUT

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

EXIT

Using the GUIDE Plus+ system to make timer recordings

You can perform timer recordings by simply selecting the desired programme from the television programme list.

Before using the GUIDE Plus+ system

≥The television programme list is not displayed immediately after

purchasing this unit.

≥You must complete initial setup for the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Refer to “GUIDE Plus+ system settings” (➡ 9) for more information.

1 Press [GUIDE].

15.7. Tue 15:05

Landscape

15.7. Tue

16:05~17:05

Time:

15:00

Ta. ..

ARD

...

ZDF

Das Familiengericht

RTL

Richterin Barbara Sa...

SAT1

Detektiv

RTL2

...

VOX

Die Abschl...

PRO7

-24 Hr

TIMER REC

RETURN

Gilmore girls

Abenteuer...

Derrick

7th Heaven

+24 Hr

GUIDE

Info

Prog. Type

All Types

15:30 16:00 16:30

Fliege-Die Talkshow

Bianca-Wege...

Heute in ...

Das Jugendgericht Richter Alexander...

Beyblade

Duel M...

Freunde...

Display Mode

Gilmore...

S.O.S Style & ...

OPTION

Yu-...

Prog. Type

PAGE PAGE +

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

programme.

3 Press [OK].

Recording television programmes/Timer recording

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

≥You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.)

[RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ≥To use a new disc, formatting is necessary.

Preparation

≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate AV input to suit

the connections to this unit.

≥If recording to DVD, insert a disc that you can use for recording

(➡ 14).

≥Make sure that the clock settings are correct (➡ 65).

The default setting for Germany and Austria is “ON”.

[Note]

≥The programme information in the GUIDE Plus+ system

may not be correct. It is recommended to modify the start and end times to allow a margin of a few minutes. (➡ 26, right column, step 3)

4 Press [OK].

The timer programme is stored and the timer icon is displayed.

Gilmore girls

15:30 16:00 16:30

Abenteuer...

rrick

Heute in ...

Fliege-Die Talkshow

Bianca-Wege...

“F” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer recording standby has been activated.

Repeat steps 2–4 to programme other recordings. Press [Í DVD] to turn the unit off.

[Note]

≥If “NTSC” has been selected for “TV System” (➡ 64), the GUIDE

Plus+ system cannot be used.

Timer icon

Check to make sure “OK” is displayed (➡ 27, Check, change or delete a programme).

∫ To cancel recording when recording has already

begun (➡ 27)

∫ To release the unit from recording standby

(➡ 27)

∫ Notes on timer recording (➡ 27)

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Deleting titles

TIME SL IP

DISPLAY

STATUS

AUDIO

DIRECT TV REC

EXT LIN K

REC MOD E

REC

MANUAL S KIP

CREATE

CHAPTER

RETURN

PAUSE

STOP

SLOW/SEAR CH

SKIP

ShowVie w

PAGE

DRIVE SELECT

DVD

VOL

SKIP

2 54

3 6

ShowView

PROG/CHECK

INPUT

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

PAG E

DRIVE SELECT

DELETE

DRIVE SELECT

DELETE

, 

EXIT

RETURN

2, 3, 4, 5

“Red”

OPTION

AUDIO

STOP

REC

REC MODE

STATUS

PAU SE

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DISPLAY

PLAY/x1.3

EXIT

RETURN

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] (You cannot delete items on finalised discs.)

≥A title cannot be restored once it is deleted. Make certain

before proceeding.

≥You cannot delete while recording or copying.

Preparation

≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. ≥[RAM] Release protection (➡ 58, Setting the protection).

∫ Available disc space after deleting

≥[HDD] [RAM] The space deleted becomes available for recording.

Available disc space increases after deleting any of these titles

......

Title Title

≥[-RW‹V›] [+RW] Available recording space increases only when the

last recorded title is deleted.

Available disc space does not increase even after deleting

Last title

recorded

Available disc space increases after deleting

Available disc

space

Using the DELETE Navigator to delete

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTION MENU].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Delete” and

press [OK].

DELETE Navigator Grouped Titles

HDD

10.10.

11.10. 2

OPTION

RETURN

[HDD] [RAM] When “VIDEO” is not selected, press the “Red” button to select “VIDEO”.

Page 02/02

Select

VIDEO

PICTURE

MUSIC

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

and press [;].

A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all necessary items. ≥Press [;] again to cancel.

To show other pages (Thumbnail Display only)

Press [:, 9] to show other pages.

You can confirm the titles, that you have selected using the option menu. ≥Refer to option menu operations for the “Title View” (➡ 40,

step 4).

4 Press [OK]. 5 Press [2] to select “Delete” and press

[OK].

The title is deleted.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [EXIT].

Deleting during play

1 While playing

Press [DELETE ¢].

2 Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and

press [OK].

The title is deleted.

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Title

Last title

Title

......

recorded

Available

disc space

Later recorded titles

Title Deleted Last title

......

recorded

This space become available for recording after all the later recorded titles are deleted.

Available disc

space

≥[-R] [-R]DL] [+R] [+R]DL] Available space does not increase even

after the contents are deleted.

Important notes for recording

When recording a bilingual programme

About the aspect when recording a programme

When you want to copy titles in high speed mode from the HDD to DVD-R, etc.

[HDD] [RAM]

Both main and secondary audio can be recorded.

You can change the audio during playback. (➡ 30, Changing audio during play)

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

Select the main or secondary audio before recording

(➡ 63, Bilingual Audio Selection)

However in the following cases, select whether to record the main or secondary audio:

– Recording sound in LPCM (➡ 63, Audio Mode for

XP Recording)

– “Rec for High Speed Copy” is set to “On” (The

default setting is “On”. ➡ 62)

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If you record from external equipment

– Select “M 1” or “M 2” on the external equipment.

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] ≥If “Aspect for Recording” in the Setup menu is set to

“Automatic” (The default setting is “Automatic” ➡ 62),

[+R] [+RW]

Recorded in 4:3 aspect

the programme will be recorded in the original aspect used when recording started (including when recording started at a commercial, etc.). If recorded with a different aspect, select the correct aspect (“16:9” or “4:3”).

However, in the following cases, programme will be recorded in 4:3. [-R] [-RW‹V›] Programme recorded using “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” recording modes will be recorded in 4:3 aspect.

[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]

Set “Rec for High Speed Copy” to “On” before recording to the HDD. (The default setting is “On”. ➡ 62)

You can copy titles in high speed mode (max. speed is 75X (➡ above) are necessary before recording to the HDD.

Depending on the disc, max. speed may vary.

); however, the audio and aspect settings

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The selected audio only is recorded.

Deleting titles/Important notes for recording

When recording the “One time only recording” broadcasts

Playing the disc on other DVD players

Record to the HDD

High speed copy to DVD-R, etc.

HDD

It is not possible to record the broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW or 8 cm DVD-RAM discs. Use the HDD or CPRM (➡ 81) compatible DVD-RAM.

[RAM] CPRM compatible discs only.

[HDD]

≥“One time only recording” titles can only be transferred from the HDD to CPRM compatible DVD-RAM (They

are deleted from the HDD). They cannot be copied.

≥Even when copying to videotape the title may not be copied correctly because of the copy guard. ≥You cannot copy a playlist created from “One time only recording” titles.

[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL]

The disc must be finalised after recording or copying (➡ 60).

It is necessary to finalise DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording or copying titles to them. You can then play them as a commercially sold DVD-Video. However, the discs become play-only and you can no longer record

or copy.

You can record and copy again if you format DVD-RW.

Record to DVD-R, etc.

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

Finalise

(≤: Can do, –: Cannot do)

Play on other DVD equipment

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If the disc failed to play on other equipment, we recommend you create top menu (➡ 60).

Recording to DVD-R DL and +R DL

You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL and +R DL disc on this unit.

Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc.

≥It is not possible to record to both the HDD and the DVD drive simultaneously.

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Advanced recording

Recording modes and approximate recording times

Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. (The times provided on this chart are an estimate.)

Recording Mode HDD

(250 GB)

XP (High picture

55 hours 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 1 hour 45 min. 1 hour 45 min.

DVD-RAM DVD-R

Single-sided

(4.7 GB)

Double-

§1

sided

(9.4 GB)

DVD-RW

+RW

(4.7 GB)

DVD-R DL

(8.5 GB)

§3

+R DL (8.5 GB)

§3

quality recording mode)

SP (Standard

110 hours 2 hours 4 hours 2 hours 3 hours 35 min. 3 hours 35 min.

recording mode)

LP (Long recording

221 hours 4 hours 8 hours 4 hours 7 hours 10 min. 7 hours 10 min.

mode)

EP (Extra long recording mode)

FR (Flexible Recording Mode)

§4

441 hours

hours§2)

(331

441 hours

maximum

8 hours

(6 hours§2)

8 hours

maximum

16 hours

(12 hours§2)

8 hours

maximum for

one side

8 hours

(6 hours§2)

8 hours

maximum

14 hours 20 min.

(10 hours 45 min.§2)

14 hours 20 min. Approximately

9 hours with video

quality equivalent to

LP mode.

§1

It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other.

§2

When “Recording time in EP mode” is set to “EP (6 Hours)” in the Setup menu (➡ 62). The sound quality is better when using “EP (6 Hours)” than when using “EP (8 Hours)”.

§3

You cannot record directly to DVD-R DL and +R DL discs with this unit. The table shows the recording time when copying. [+R]DL] You cannot copy in “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode.

§4

When recording to the HDD in “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode, you cannot perform high-speed copy to +R, +R DL or +RW discs.

≥[RAM] When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8 Hours)” mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM.

Use “EP (6 Hours)” mode if playback may be on other equipment.

[HDD]

≥You can record up to 499 titles on HDD. (When continuously recording for long durations, titles are automatically divided every 8 hours.)

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›]

≥You can record up to 99 titles on one disc.

[+R] [+RW]

≥You can record up to 49 titles on one disc.

FR (Flexible Recording Mode)

You can set FR (Flexible Recording) mode when copying or programming timer recordings. The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP (8 Hours) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality. For example with a 90 minute recording to an unused DVD-RAM, the picture quality is adjusted to between “XP” and “SP”.

≥When recording to the HDD, picture quality is automatically adjusted to precisely fit a copied title on a 4.7 GB disc. ≥All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in the display.

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When the format confirmation screen is displayed

[RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] When you insert a new disc or a disc recorded on a computer or other equipment, a format confirmation screen is displayed. Format the disc to use it. However, all the recorded contents are deleted.

Format

This disc is not formatted properly. Do you want to format the disc now ?

SELECT

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [OK].

To format a disc

“Deleting all the contents—Format” (➡ 59)

NoYes

RETURN

When removing a recorded disc

[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] The following screen appears when you have not processed the disc for play on other equipment.

Finalise the disc so that it can be played on other DVD players. Note: Recording or Editing is not possible after finalising. This may take up to min.

∫ To finalise the disc

Press [¥ REC] on the main unit.

≥You cannot stop this process once you have started it. ≥If you want to set the background, play menu select or provide a

disc name, select “Top Menu” (➡ 60), “Auto-Play Select” (➡ 60) or “Disc Name” (➡ 58) in “DVD Management” before finalising.

Finalise

Press the REC button to start finalise.

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to exit. The disc cannot be played on other DVD players without finalising.

∫ To open the tray without disc finalisation

Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit.

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Flexible Recording

Flexible Rec

Start Cancel

Record in FR mode.

Set rec. time

8 Hour 00 Min.

Maximum rec. time

8 Hour 00 Min.

(Recording that fits the remaining disc space)

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode.

∫ Using “Flexible Rec” is convenient in these

kinds of situations.

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

≥When the amount of free space on the disc makes selecting an

appropriate recording mode difficult

≥When you want to record a long programme with the best picture

quality possible

[HDD]

≥When you want to record a title to HDD so that it can then be

copied to fit one 4.7 GB disc perfectly

≥You do not need to edit the recorded title, or change the recording

mode when copying, to fit the disc space.

e.g., Recording a 90 minute programme to disc

If you select XP mode, the programme will not fit one disc.

If you try to record a 90 minute programme in XP mode, only the first 60 minutes will fit on the disc

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

If you select SP mode, the programme will fit one disc.

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

and the 30 minute balance will not get recorded. ≥Another disc is necessary.

However there will be 30 minutes remaining disc space.

5 When you want to start recording

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Start” and press [OK].

≥Recording starts. ≥All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in

the display.

To exit the screen without recording

Press [RETURN].

To stop recording partway

Press [∫].

To show the remaining time

Press [STATUS].

Remaining time of recording

Playing while you are recording

[HDD] [RAM]

Playing from the beginning of the title you are recording—Chasing playback

Press [1] (PLAY) during recording.

There is no sound output while searching forward or backward.

To stop play

Press [∫].

To stop recording

2 seconds after play stops, press [∫].

To stop timer recording

2 seconds after play stops 1Press [∫]. 2Press [2, 1] to select “Stop Recording” and press [OK].

e.g., HDD

HDD

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SP LP EP

Advanced recording

If you select “Flexible Rec” the programme will fit one disc perfectly.

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

Necessary space for recording

Preparation

≥Select the channel or the external input to record. ≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTION MENU].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others”

and press [OK].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Flexible Rec”

and press [OK].

Maximum recording time

This is the maximum recording time in EP (8 Hours) mode.

4 Press [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.

Playing a title previously recorded while recording— Simultaneous rec and play

≥You can also change the drive and play while recording. Press

[DRIVE SELECT].

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] during

recording.

2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a title

and press [OK].

≥There is no sound output while searching forward or

backward.

To stop play

Press [∫].

To exit the Direct Navigator screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To stop recording

After play stops 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 2 If the recording is on the other drive

Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive.

3Press [∫].

To stop timer recording

After play stops 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 2 If the recording is on the other drive

Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive.

3Press [∫]. 4Press [2, 1] to select “Stop Recording” and press [OK].

[Note]

“Chasing playback” and “Simultaneous rec and play” can only be used with programmes of the same encoding system (PAL/NTSC).

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Recording broadcasts from external equipment

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW]

See also “Important notes for recording” (➡ 21).

Making timer recordings on the television

(e.g., of digital broadcasts)

[HDD]

To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television with a Q Link function (➡ 38) that you can use for setting timer recordings using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable (➡ 6).

1 Make timer programming on the TV. 2 Turn off this unit.

The start and end of recording is controlled by the TV. ≥The titles are recorded to the HDD.

To record programmes from digital/satellite receiver using timer programming

Preparation

≥Make sure you connect the AV2 input terminal of this unit to the

Scart terminal of a VCR or a digital/satellite receiver with a 21-pin Scart cable (➡ 69).

≥Set “AV2 Input” to match the connected equipment in the Setup

menu (➡ 64).

≥Set “Ext Link” to match the connected equipment in the Setup

menu (➡ 64).

1 Make timer programming on the 2 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the

To stop recording

Press [∫].

[Note]

≥When this unit is in EXT LINK standby (“EXT-L” is shown on the

unit’s display), recording from television does not start.

≥Programmes are recorded as one title on this unit when the end

time of the earlier timer recording and the start time of the later timer recording are close to each other. To divide the titles, go to “Divide Title” (➡ 41).

Recording from digital/satellite receiver or decoder

Preparation

≥Connect a digital/satellite receiver or decoder to this unit’s input

terminals (➡ 6).

≥When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC,

change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu (➡ 64).

≥This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have

PAL signal recordings. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.)

≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive.

1 While stopped

Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the input channel for the equipment you have connected.

e.g., If you have connected to AV2 input terminals, select “A2”.

2 Press [REC MODE] to select the

3 Press [EXT LINK].

To cancel the external control

Press [EXT LINK] to stop recording or to cancel linked timer recording standby. ≥In order to prevent accidental operation, press [EXT LINK] to

cancel the setting after recording is finished.

[Note]

≥This function does not work when “TV System” is set to “NTSC” in

the Setup menu (➡ 64).

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

equipment’s operating instructions.

≥The beginnings of recordings may not be recorded correctly in

some cases.

≥When “AV2 Connection” is set to “Decoder”, EXT LINK is not

available (➡ 64).

≥Programmes are recorded as one title on this unit when the end

time of the earlier timer recording and the start time of the later timer recording are close to each other. [HDD] [RAM] To divide the titles, go to “Divide Title” (➡ 41).

≥When this unit is in EXT LINK standby (“EXT-L” is shown on the

unit’s display), The GUIDE Plus+ data cannot downloaded.

≥While the unit is in EXT LINK standby mode or recording, video

picture is from the AV2 input terminal irrespective of “AV1 Output” setting (➡ 64).

≥During EXT LINK standby mode or recording, playback is only

available from the drive performing the recording.

recording mode.

3 Select the channel on the other

equipment.

4 Press [¥ REC].

Recording starts.

Linked timer recordings with external equipment (digital/satellite receiver) — EXT LINK

external equipment.

HDD or DVD drive.

If you selected the DVD drive, insert a disc (➡ 14).

The unit turns off and “EXT-L” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer recording standby has been activated.

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To skip unwanted parts

Press [;] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.)

To stop recording

Press [∫].

Copying from a video cassette recorder

e.g., Connecting to the AV3 or DV input terminals on the front

≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting.

OPEN/CLOSE

REC

This unit

L/MONO - AUDIO- R

VIDEO

DV IN

DV cable

(IEEE 1394, 4-pin)

Connect to Audio/Video output terminals.

If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural

Connect to L/MONO on the AV3 input terminals at the front.

The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO terminal.

When recording from the unit’s DV terminal

≥Select the type of audio recording from “Audio Mode for DV Input”

in the Setup menu (➡ 63).

≥When recording from DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder),

you can record audio/video recordings from DV tape only.

≥When “Rec for High Speed Copy” (➡ 62) is set to “On” and you

make a copy, the copy will be made using the picture size selected in “Aspect for Recording” (➡ 62) of the Setup menu.

About the aspect when recording a programme (➡ 21)

S Video

cable