Panasonic DMR-EH60 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-EH60

Getting startedRecordingPlaying backEditingTransferring

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.

Region number supported by this unit

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

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

“ALL”.

Example:

ALL

If you have any questions contact

1-800-561-5505

The warranty can be found on page 70.

Convenient

Reference

(Dubbing)

functions

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CAUTION!

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

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT 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.

Getting started

-If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal in other Countries outside the

European Union

DANGER

CAUTION

ATTENTION

ADVARSEL

VARO !

VARNING

ADVARSEL

VORSICHT

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

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

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

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

(FDA 21 CFR)

(IEC60825-1)

RQLS0233

(Inside of product)

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.

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

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with

the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Table of contents

Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Useful features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Disc and card handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Inserting/Removing the SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit . . . . . . . . . . .6

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

HDD, disc and card information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

STEP 1 STEP 2

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

STEP 3

Set up to match your television and the unit’s

remote control/Power saving function . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Recording

Recording television programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Selecting audio to record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Recording for High-Speed Dubbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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

Scheduled recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Using the TV Guide On ScreenTM system to make scheduled

recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Manually programming scheduled recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using VCR Plusi system to make scheduled recordings. . . . 26

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

Utilizing the TV Guide On ScreenTM system . . . . . . . . .28

Playing back

Playing recorded video contents/

Playing play-only discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Operations during play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Simple editing operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using menus to play MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

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

Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status

message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

FUNCTIONS window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Editing

Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Editing (continued)

Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Editing and playing playlists/chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playlist operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Picture and folder operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Transferring (Dubbing)

Transferring (dubbing) titles or playlists . . . . . . . . . . . 43

One Touch Transfer (dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list . . . 44 Transferring (dubbing) a finalized DVD-R,

DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Recording from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . 47

Manual recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

DV automatic recording (DV AUTO RECORDING). . . . . . . . . . 47

Transferring (dubbing) still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list . . . 48 Transferring (dubbing) all the still pictures on a card—COPY ALL

PICTURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Convenient functions

HDD, disc and card management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Providing a name for a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Erasing all titles and playlists—Erase All Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format . . . . . . . . . . 51

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Summary of settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM

system is not used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Auto channel/clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Channel captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Reference

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Backcover

Getting started

Useful features

This DVD Recorder records high quality images to rapid random access capable HDD (Hard disk drive) or DVD-RAM. This has resulted in many new features that outperform older tape formats. The following information summarizes a few of these features.

Instant recording

You no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing the recording button, the unit finds available recording space and begins recording right away. There is no need to worry about overwriting already recorded content.

1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording & EPG Display

From the power on, recording starts in about 1 second§ after the REC button is pressed. If the TV GUIDE button is pressed while the unit is off, the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) starts displaying in less than 1 second, with the full EPG displaying in about 1.5 seconds.

Only when recording to the HDD or DVD-RAM

HDD recording

You can keep on recording your favorite programs to an internal HDD that is able to record up to 355 hours when using EP (8H) mode. You can also high speed transfer (dub) your favorite programs to DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R and create a backup disc.

SD card slot, DV input terminal

≥The SD card slot of this unit lets you play digital camera

photographs and transfer (dub) them from a card to DVD-RAM for easy storage without using a computer.

≥The DV automatic recording function of this unit lets you easily

transfer (dub) a video to the HDD by connecting only a single DV cable.

TV Guide On ScreenTM system

The TV Guide On ScreenTM system provides a handy electronic program guide (EPG) for checking what’s on. Setting up to record a broadcast is easy too. Simply select the desired program from the displayed list. You can also search for desired programs alphabetically or by displaying only the programs in a certain category. ≥This service may not be available in some areas.

Instant play

There is no need to rewind or search forward. Direct Navigator guides you to the beginning of the recorded video immediately.

Chasing playback

There is no need to wait until recording is complete. Without stopping recording, you can play the video currently being recorded from its beginning.

Simultaneous Recording and Playback

While recording, you can play another video program that was recorded previously.

Time Slip

During play, and also while recording, you can jump to the scene you wish to view by specifying the skip time.

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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 power plug from the household AC outlet. 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 saving recorded content to a disc.

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

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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 become usable. As soon as you notice this type of problem, transfer (dub) all content to disc and request service. Recorded content (data) on an HDD that has become unusable is unrecoverable.

≥When the HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode (➡ below), or 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.

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 power plug from the household AC outlet, 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

Turn the unit off. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the display.)

2 Remove the AC power plug from the household AC outlet. 3 Move 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, erase any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording. (Erasing a playlist will not increase the amount of time.)

∫

When “HDD SLP (SLEEP)” appears in the display

The HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode. (The HDD continues to rotate at high speed while the unit is on. In order to extend the life of the HDD, the HDD will be placed in the SLEEP mode if no operation has been performed for 30 minutes while there is no disc on the disc tray.)

≥Press [HDD] to activate. ≥While in SLEEP mode play or recording may not begin right away because the HDD takes time to be re-activated. ≥When not using the unit, we recommend removing the disc in the tray in order to set the HDD to the SLEEP mode.

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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).

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Disc and card handling

∫ How to hold a disc or card

Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal 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.

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.

≥Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or other

strange things.

≥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.

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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 about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.

DVD lens cleaner: RP-CL720PP

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.

Inserting/Removing the SD card

Only insert or remove the SD card after turning the unit off.

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

Opening the cover Inserting the card Removing the card Closing the cover

Press down.

Press on the center of the card until it clicks into place.

If you are using a

miniSD into the miniSD adaptor that comes with the card. Insert and remove this adaptor from the unit.

card, inser t it

card

ADAPTER

Press on the center of the card.

Pull it straight out.

Push up.

Insert the card label up with the cut-off corner on the right. (Do not forget to close the cover. ➡ right)

≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB (➡ 9).

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

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Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit

Digital Audio Output

Channel

SETUP

Setup

Disc Video

Audio

Display

Main

Select MTS

Off

Dynamic Range Compression

Dolby Digital

Audio for XP Recording

Channel

SETUP

Setup

Disc

Video

EP (8H)

Setting for recording

Recording Time in EP Mode

Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing

Restrictions with DVD-R, etc.

Playing the disc on other DVD players is not possible before finalizing (➡ 52).

16:9 aspect programs are recorded in 4:3 aspect. The Main or SAP only can be recorded for MTS broadcasts.

DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R are collectively referred to as “DVD-R, etc.” on this page.

The selected audio only is recorded.

Main

Getting started

Hello

SAP

Hola

Record to DVD-R, etc.

16:9 aspect program

e.g., Main only

Hello

4:3 aspect

with Main and SAP

Therefore, follow the steps below when you use DVD-R, etc.

∫ When recording an SAP program to DVD-R, etc.

Select the audio to record before recording or transferring (dubbing).

Some television programs are broadcast in SAP (Secondary Audio Program). You have to select the audio recording type before recording or transferring (dubbing) them to DVD-R, etc.

MTS” in the SETUP menu (➡ 56).

Record to DVD-R, etc.Select “Main” or “SAP” in “Select

SAPMain Main

HolaHello

The selected audio only is recorded.

Hello

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Select Audio Channel for DV Input

Stereo 1

∫ When you want to transfer (dub) titles in high speed mode from the HDD to DVD-R, etc.

Set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” to “On” before recording to the HDD (➡ 22).

You can transfer (dub) titles in high speed mode (max. speed is 64k); however, the following settings are necessary before recording to the HDD.

Set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” to “On” (➡ 22).

Record to the HDD High speed transfer (dub) to DVD-R, etc.

HDD

∫ Playing the disc on other DVD players

The disc must be finalized after recording or transferring (dubbing) (➡ 52).

It is necessary to finalize DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording or transferring (dubbing) 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 transfer (dub).

You can record and transfer (dub) again if you format DVD-RW.

Record to DVD-R, etc.

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Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of May 2005. These may be subject to change.)

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

∏∏∏∏

1 Remote control

(EUR7729KB0)

∏∏∏

1 Audio/video

cable

(K2KA6BA00003)

1 AC power supply

cord

(K2CB2CB00018)

≥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 IR Blaster

(K2ZZ04C00001)

1 75 ≠ coaxial

cable

(K2KZ2BA00001)

1 DVD-RAM disc

The remote control

∫ Batteries

≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.

R6/LR6, AA

∫ Use

2 Batteries

for remote control

Getting started

Remote control signal sensor

≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. ≥Do not mix old and new batteries. ≥Do not use different types at the same time. ≥Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥Do not take apart or shor t 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 batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

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

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HDD, disc and card information

HDD and discs you can use for recording and play

Disc type

Logo –

Hard disk drive (HDD)

≥200 GB

DVD-RAM

≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z)

≥2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z)

(Chart continues on page 9.)

DVD-R (DVD-Video format)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)

≥1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)

Indicated in these instructions by

Data that can be recorded

Getting started

and played

Main use Temporary storage As re-writable discs for backup use

Maximum recording time Approx. 355 hours

Play on other players – Only on DVD-RAM compatible players.

Compatible with high speed recording

What you can do on this unit

Chasing playback Recording broadcasts

that allow one copy Recording both Main

and SAP for MTS broadcasts

Recording 16:9 aspect picture

Entering text Ye s Ye s Ye s

Erasing titles Ye s Ye s

Creating playlists Ye s Ye s N o

You cannot consecutively record or play both sides.

[HDD] [RAM]

Video

Still pictures

Approx. 8 hours (Approx. 16 hours on a double-sided disc

– Up to 5k recording speed discs. Up to 8k recording speed discs.

Ye s Ye s N o

Ye s

Ye s Ye s

Ye s [CPRM (➡ 68) compatible discs only.]

Video

Still pictures

)

As one time recording discs for backup use (recordable until the disc is full)

Only after finalizing the disc (

Only one is recorded.(➡ 56, Select MTS)

No (The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

Ye s (Available space does not increase after erasing.)

[-R] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization

Video

Approx. 8 hours

➡52, 68

[Note]

When “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” is set to “On”, the restrictions on secondary audio recording, etc. are also applied to DVD-RAM. Turn this setting “Off” if high speed transfer (dubbing) to DVD-R, etc. is not necessary when recording a program (➡ 22).

∫ DVD Video Recording format

This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit television broadcasts and so on. ≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” can be

recorded to a CPRM compatible disc. You can record to the HDD or CPRM compatible DVD-RAM on this unit.

≥Play is only possible on a compatible DVD player.

Use the HDD or a DVD-RAM to record in DVD Video Recording format.

∫ DVD-Video format

This recording method is the same as commercially available DVD-Video. ≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be

recorded.

≥These can be played on a DVD player. However programs

recorded on this unit must be finalized to be played on other DVD players.

Use a DVD-R or DVD-RW to record in DVD-Video format.

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Play-only discs [12 cm (5z)/8 cm (3z)]

Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) +RW

Logo –

Indicated in these instructions with

Instructions High quality movie

≥You can play still pictures (JPEG/TIFF), CD-DA, Video CD and

MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW. Close the session or finalize the disc after 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.

Play may be impossible on some CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RW or +RW

discs due to the condition of the recording.

[DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [DVD-V]

and music discs

High fidelity music discs ≥Played on this unit

in 2 channels

DVD-RW recorded on another DVD Recorder ≥You can play programs that allow “One time

only recording” if they have been recorded to a CPRM compatible disc.

≥

By formatting (➡51) the disc, you can record to it in DVD-Video format and play it on this unit.

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

recording.

Regarding DVD-Audio

Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing ( of all or part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. Tracks that are prevented from being down-mixed will not play properly on this unit (e.g. audio is played from the front two channels only). Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.

(Chart continues on page 9.)

+RW recorded on another DVD Recorder

➡

68)

Page 9

(Chart continues from page 8.)

DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)

≥1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)

Cards useable on this unit

Type

SD Memory Card

miniSD MultiMediaCard

Card

–

[-RW‹V›] before finalization [+R] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization [DVD-V] after finalization

Video Video

As re-writable discs for backup use

As one time recording discs for backup use (recordable until the disc is full)

Approx. 8 hours Approx. 8 hours

Only after finalizing the disc

➡52, 68

(

Up to 4k recording speed discs.

Only after finalizing the disc (➡52

, 68

8k recording speed discs.

Up to

Indicated in these

[SD]

instructions by

Data that can be recorded

Still pictures

and played

Instructions You can insert directly into the SD card slot.

A miniSDTM card adaptor included with the

miniSD

card is necessary.

≥You can play and transfer (dub) still pictures

taken on a digital camera, etc. (➡ 34, 48).

≥You can set the DPOF (Digital Print Order

Format) for automatic printing on your home printer or at a photo developing store

(➡ 42,

≥Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16

No No

Suitable SD Memory Cards

No No

Only one is recorded.(➡ 56,

Select MTS) No (The picture is recorded in

4:3 aspect.)

Only one is recorded.(➡ 56, Select MTS)

No (The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

Ye s Ye s

(Disc space increases only when

Ye s the last recorded title is erased.)

Ye s (Available space does not increase after erasing.)

No No

≥We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. We also

recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.

≥Discs from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due

to the condition of the recording.

≥You may not be able to record to DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R discs on

this unit or play them due to the condition of the recording.

≥You cannot record programs that allow “One time only recording” to

CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this unit. You can record other programs as DVD-Video format.

(Chart continues from page 8.)

CD Video CD

–

[CD] [VCD]

Recorded audio and music (including CDR/RW§)

CD-R and CD-RW with music recorded in MP3 (➡ 33) Still pictures (JPEG and TIFF) recorded on CD-R/RW

Recorded music and video (including CD-R/

)

Discs that cannot be played

≥2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5z) ≥3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring ≥DVD-R recorded in DVD Video Recording format ≥DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R

recorded on another unit and not finalized (

≥PAL discs (you can still play the audio on DVD-Audio) ≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL” ≥Blu-ray ≥

DVD-ROM, DVD-R DL, +R DL, +R 8 cm (3z), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD, CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, DivX Video Disc, etc.

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so play may not be possible.

➡

68).

≥You can use SD Memory Cards with the following capacities (from

8 MB to 1 GB).

8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB,

128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB (Maximum)

≥Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity. ≥Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

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

(This site is in English only.)

≥

If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other equipment, the time

spent for recording may become longer. Also if the SD Memory Card is formatted on a PC, you may not be able to use it on this unit. In these cases, format the card on this unit (➡ 51, 68).

≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT 12 system

and FAT 16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications.

≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card.

Structure of folders displayed by this unit

The following can be displayed on this unit.

¢¢¢: Numbers XXX: Letters

DVD-RAM

JPEG

DCIM¢¢¢

DCIM

¢¢¢XXXXX

Folders can be created on other equipment. However, these

(Higher folder)

¢¢¢XXXXX

XXXX¢¢¢¢.JPG XXXX¢¢¢¢.TIF

(Picture folder)

folders cannot be selected as a transferring (dubbing) destination.

≥The folder cannot be displayed if the numbers are all “0” (e.g.,

DCIM000 etc).

≥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.

Card

(Higher folder)

DCIM

¢¢¢XXXXX

XXXX¢¢¢¢.JPG XXXX¢¢¢¢.TIF

IM¢¢CDPF or IMEXPORT

XXXX¢¢¢¢.JPG XXXX¢¢¢¢.TIF

(Picture folder)

Getting started

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Control reference guide

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB MENU

DUBBING

DVD/TV

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPT ER

STATUS

REC

REC MODE

ERASE

DISPLAY

ENTER

Remote control

Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.

1 Turn the unit on (➡ 16) 2 Input select (IN1, IN2, IN3 or DV) (➡ 47) 3 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) (➡ 20, 30, 34)

DVD POWER

Getting started

INPUT SELECT

CANCEL

POWER

TV/VIDEO

HDD

DVD

2 3

4 5 6

SKIP

VCR Plus+

VOLUME

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

4 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 5 Cancel 6 Basic operations for recording and play 7 Show Top menu/Direct Navigator (➡ 30, 38) 8 Smart Wheel (➡ below) 9 Skip the specified time/Display the television image as a picture-

in-picture (➡ 23, 32)

: Show sub menu (➡ 38) ; Create chapters (➡ 32)

“Green” button for television program list (➡ 24) “Green” button for Direct Navigator (➡ 34)

< One touch transfer (dubbing) (➡ 44)

“Blue” button for television program list (➡ 24) “Blue” button for Direct Navigator (➡ 30)

= Start recording (➡ 20) > Change recording mode (➡ 20) ? Transmission window @ Television operations (➡ 19) A Select audio (➡ 22, 32) B Start Flexible Recording (➡ 23) C Show SETUP menu (➡ 54) D Skip a minute forward (➡ 32) E Show VCR Plusr screen (➡ 26) F Show television program list

(TV Guide On Screen

system) (➡ 24)

G Show FUNCTIONS window (➡ 37) H Show scheduled recording list (➡ 25) I Return to previous screen J Changing the size of information window (➡ 28) K Show status messages/Skip one page upward (➡ 37, 16) L Show on-screen menu/Skip one page downward (➡ 36, 16) M Erase items (➡ 32)

[Note]

≥Buttons such as the [¥ REC] button do not protrude as much as

other buttons to stop them from being pressed accidentally.

≥The word “button” is not used in these operating instructions so

; < = >

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

PAU S E

ENTER

PLAY/x1.3

Info

ERASE

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

J K L M

“Press the [ENTER] button.” is shown as “Press [ENTER].”

≥You can use this remote control to operate your television if you

set the television manufacturer code (➡ 19).

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DVD /TV

∫ Smart Wheel operation

≥Select items on menu screens and set items.

Press up, down, left or right to select an item.

You can also turn the wheel to select an item.

ENTER

These operations are also possible…..

≥Changing channels: ≥Frame-by-frame (backward/forward): ≥Forward search/slow-motion: ≥Backward search/slow-motion:

[Note]

Press the Smart Wheel lightly when turning it.

If you press it strongly when turning it, [3, 4, 2, 1] may be mistakenly activated.

Press [ENTER] to confirm.

Press [W] or [X] (up/down) Press [2;] or [;1] (left/right) Turn right Tu r n l e f t

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Main unit

I N2

C H

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

OPEN/CLOSE

DR IVEVE

SE LEC T

RE C

I N

POWER

Opening the front panel

Press down on the

part

with your finger.

1 POWER button (POWER Í/I) (➡ 16)

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

2 Disc tray (➡ 20, 30) 3 Connector for a digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 47) 4 Lights when the unit is turned on (if “Front Display” is set to

“Bright” ➡ 56)

5 SD card slot (➡ 5) 6 Lights when the HDD, DVD or SD drive is selected 7 Display (➡ below) 8 Connectors for external equipment (➡ 47) 9 Channel select (➡ 20) : Open/close disc tray (➡ 20, 30) ; Select drive (➡ 20, 30, 34)

Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT].

< Stop (➡ 20, 30) = Start play (➡ 30) > Start recording/Remote control signal sensor (➡ 20)

Specify the time to stop recording (➡ 21)

HDD

DVD SD

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

IN2

OPEN/CLOSE

DRI

SELECT

;

REC

1.3

Getting started

Rear panel terminals (➡ 12)

The unit’s display

12 3 564

REC REC

PLAY PLAY

HDD DVD

78 9

1 e.g.,[HDD]

REC

HDD

Recording Playback Recording/Playback

2 Channel 3 Transferring (dubbing) indicator 4 D.MIX (multi-channel DVD-Audio only)

When lit: Down-mixing (➡ 68) is possible. When off:The disc prevents down-mixing so only the two front

5 Recording mode 6 Disc type 7 Lights when the HDD, DVD or SD drive is selected 8 Main display section 9 Scheduled recording indicator

channels can be played (➡ 8, Regarding DVD-Audio).

HDD

PLA Y

HDD

REC

DUB

PLA Y

D.MIX

SP LP EP

DVD

RWRAM

AVC D

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STEP

VIDEO

OUT2

OUT1

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

IN3

IN1

UHF

LINK

RF IN

RF OUT

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

Connection

≥The equipment connections described are examples. Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in

English only.)

http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp

≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.

Connection with a television and video cassette recorder

The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it is recommended that this unit be connected as shown below. ≥Connection for transferring (dubbing) from video tape (➡ 14)

Getting started

∫ To enjoy even higher picture quality

You can enjoy even higher picture quality, if your television has an S VIDEO IN or COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals. (➡ 14)

Cable from wall or antenna signal

75 ≠ coaxial cable

RF OUT

IN1

IN3

Refer to page 15 if the antenna connector doesn’t match.

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

VHF/UHF RF IN

VHF/UHF RF OUT

RF IN

VHVHF/ UHF

S VIDEO

Television

VHF/UHF

RF IN

Red White Yellow

OUT1

OUT2

R-AUDIO-L

AUDI O I N

VIDEO IN

R L

Red White Yellow

Audio/Video cable

To OUT1 or OUT2

COMPONENT

VIDEO

(

S VIDEO

48480p/p/48480i

VIDEO

indicates included accessories. indicates accessories not included.

If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF modulator is necessary. Consult your local dealer for more information.

Video cassette recorder

OUT

)

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

VIDEO

AUDIO

G-LINK

This unit

AC IN

Cooling fan

RF OUT terminal

The picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through the RF OUT terminal to the television. Make sure you connect one of the following terminals on this unit to the television: the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal, the S VIDEO OUT terminal or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. If the television has none of these terminals, consult your local dealer.

∫ 1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording & EPG Display

From the power on, recording starts in about 1 second§ after the REC button is pressed. If the TV GUIDE button is pressed while the unit is off, the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) starts

∫ Connect the unit directly to the television

If you connect the unit through an AV selector or video cassette recorder to the television, video signal will be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture may not be shown correctly.

displaying in less than 1 second, with the full EPG displaying in about 1.5 seconds.

Only when recording to the HDD or DVD-RAM

Note that the television program list is not downloaded while the unit is unplugged.

Television Television

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

To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 13.7 W

≥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.

AC power supply cord

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

To household AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

This unit

VCR

This unit

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Connection with a cable TV box and video cassette recorder

VIDEO

OUT2

OUT1

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

IN3

IN1

UHF

LINK

RF IN

RF OUT

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. ≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box. ≥If you receive your programming solely from a satellite service, the program guide in this unit will not receive program listings or

channel information. Without this information, program-based recordings cannot be made. However, recordings can still be set manually.

The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it is recommended that this unit be connected as shown below.

≥Connection for transferring (dubbing) from video tape (➡ 14)

∫ To enjoy even higher picture quality

You can enjoy even higher picture quality, if your television has an S VIDEO IN or COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals. (➡ 14)

Cable from wall or antenna signal

Splitter

75 ≠ coaxial cable

VHF/UHF RF IN

Audio/Video cable

These connections to IN3 are required for the TV Guide On Screen

RF OUT

IN1

IN3

R-AUDIO-L

VHF/UHF RF OUT

system to work.

RF IN

VIDEO

VHVHF/ UHF

S VIDEO

Television

VHF/UHF

RF IN

Red White Yellow

OUT1

OUT2

R-AUDIO-L

AUDI O I N

VIDEO IN

R L

Red White Yellow

Audio/Video cable

To OUT1 or OUT2

COMPONENT

VIDEO

(

S VIDEO

48480p/p/48480i

VIDEO

indicates included accessories. indicates accessories not included.

If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF modulator is necessary. Consult your local dealer for more information.

OUT

)

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

VIDEO

AUDIO

G-LINK

Getting started

Video cassette recorder

This unit

AC IN

Instead of using the Audio/Video cable, you can also connect the RF IN terminal on this unit to the

To IN3

Red White Yellow

R L

AUDI O

cable TV box RF OUT terminal using the 75 ≠ coaxial cable.

OUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Cable TV box

Setting the IR Blaster ➡ below

∫ Should I use the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal or

the RF OUT terminal?

If your cable TV box has both AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals and RF OUT terminals, we recommend connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal with the unit’s IN3 terminal. Using this connection provides the better picture quality. ≥The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the

VIDEO terminal.

Setting the IR Blaster

Place the IR Blaster in front of the signal sensor of the cable TV box.

Read the cable TV box operating instructions regarding positioning of the signal sensor.

If necessary, use the double sided adhesive tape (included) to secure the IR Blaster to a flat surface.

Cooling fan AC power supply cord

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

IR Blaster

Insert the IR Blaster jack into the G-LINK terminal. ≥Only use the

included IR Blaster.

∫ Why should I connect the IR Blaster?

To download program listings, the TV Guide On ScreenTM system needs to be able to change channels on your cable box when the unit is not in use. Please connect the supplied IR Blaster cable to the G-LINK jack of the unit. After you connect the IR Blaster cable you will be able to control your cable box using the unit’s remote control.

e.g. Television stand surface

If you peel off the adhesive tape, the surface may become damaged. Once you have confirmed the cable TV box is operating correctly, secure it by attaching the adhesive tape.

Cable TV box

To household AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

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STEP

VIDEO

OUT2

OUT1

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

IN3

IN1

UHF

LINK

RF IN

RF OUT

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

VIDEO

OUT2

OUT1

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

UHF

LINK

RF IN

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

S VIDEOVIDEO

OUT2OUT2OUT1OUT1

COMPONENTCOMPONENT

VIDEOVIDEO OUTOUT

(

48480p/p/48480i0i

)

S VIDEOVIDEO

VHVHF/ UHFUHF

G-LINKLINK

RF RF ININ

VIDEOVIDEO

R-AUDIO-LR-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTDIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICALOPTICAL

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

AUDI O I N

R L

Connection

Connection for transferring (dubbing) from video tape

Video cassette recorder

VHF/UHF RF IN

Getting started

VHF/UHF RF OUT

Audio/Video cable

To IN1 or IN3 This unit

VHVHF/ UHF

VIDEO

RF IN

S VIDEO

RF OUT

Red White Yellow

IN1

IN3

R-AUDIO-L

≥To reduce video tape noise while transferring (dubbing)

➡ 37, On-screen menu, Video, Line-in NR

To enjoy even higher picture quality

Connecting to the S VIDEO IN terminal

Television

OUT1

OUT2

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

Ye l l ow

White

Red

S VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

(

48480p/p/48480i

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

)

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

VIDEO

AUDIO

G-LINK

AC IN

Connecting to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals

Television

AUDI O I N

R L

S VIDEO IN

Red White

S Video cableAudio/Video cable

This unit

VHVHF/ UHF

VIDEO

S VIDEO

Red White

OUT1

OUT2

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

(

48480p/p/48480i

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

)

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

G-LINK

S VIDEO OUT terminal

The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.)

Red White

Audio/Video cable

Component video cable

This unit

Red White

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output (

➡

terminal. ≥Connect to terminals of the same color.

68) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT

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Connecting an amplifier or system component

VIDEO

OUT2

OUT1

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

IN3

IN1

UHF

LINK

RF IN

RF OUT

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

∫ Connection to a stereo amplifier ∫ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on

DVD-Video

Connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder displaying these logo marks using an optical digital

Amplifier’s rear panel

AUDIO IN

R L

Red White

Audio cable

audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” (

≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not

≥Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when

➡

56).

suited to DVD.

playing DVD-Audio.

Amplifier’s rear panel

OPTICAL IN

Optical digital audio cable

Do not bend sharply when connecting.

Getting started

This unit

RF OUT

IN1

IN3

R-AUDIO-L

To OUT 1 or OUT 2

VHVHF/ UHF

RF IN

OUT1

OUT2

VIDEO

S VIDEO

Red White

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

(

If the antenna connector doesn’t match

Other antenna connections to the unit

Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead. ≥If your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use

the lead connection to minimize signal loss.

∫ A single twin lead

from the antenna

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

∫ A twin lead and a coaxial cable

from the antenna

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

75 ≠ coaxial cable

300–75 ≠ transformer

To this unit’s RF IN terminal

VHF/UHF band mixer

To this unit’s RF IN terminal(Round)

VIDEO 48480p/p/48480i

OPTICAL

OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

)

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

Insert fully, with this side facing up.

G-LINK

AC IN

Other antenna connections to the television

Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna terminals on your television. Refer to the television’s operating instructions.

∫ A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal

VHF/UHF band separator

75 ≠ coaxial cable

VHF

UHF

Te le v is i on

∫ A twin lead terminal

75–300 ≠ transformer

75 ≠ coaxial cable

Television

∫ Two twin lead terminals

VHF/UHF band separator

75 ≠ coaxial cable

VHF

Television

VHF or UHF

UHF

∫ Two twin leads

from the antenna

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

300–75 ≠ transformer

∫ Multiple antenna terminals

≥Connect to one of the ANT terminals, then change the television’s

VHF/UHF band mixer

To this unit’s RF IN terminal

settings as necessary.

Split out

ANT 1

75 ≠ coaxial cable

Te l ev i s i o n

ANT 2

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Welcome to Your TV Guide On Screen System!

Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system

Getting started

POWER

POWER Í/ l

Í DVD POWER

Numbered buttons

DVD POWER

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

S VIDEO

DVD

2 3

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ENTER

HDD

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

IN2

VOLUME

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SETUP

VCR Plus+

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

ERASE

PAG E

DVD S D

F Rec

RETURN

OPEN/CLOSE

SELECT

DRI

REC

1.3

SETUP

3,4,2,1 ENTER

PAG E W X

1 Press [Í DVD POWER].

2 Following the on-screen messages,

input the operating environment for your television.

≥Move the cursor using [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [ENTER]

to confirm.

≥Press the numbered buttons to enter numbers. ≥Press [ENTER] to advance to the next screen. ≥Refer to the instructions on the bottom of the screen.

Set the following;

≥Country (USA/Canada)

Which country is your DVD Recorder located in?

USA

Canada

≥Postal code

Please enter the 6-character postal code where your DVD Recorder is located:

= = = = = =

After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing [Í DVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit starts TV Guide On Screen

IMPORTANT: The TV Guide On ScreenTM system must be setup whether it is then used or not. You cannot use the scheduled recording feature unless this setup is completed.

If you receive your programming solely from a satellite service,

do steps 1-3 and “ The program guide in this unit will not receive program listings or channel information. Without this information, program-based recordings cannot be made. However, recordings can still be set manually.

Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On ScreenTM system. Other languages cannot be displayed.

TV Guide On ScreenTM system

This unit features the TV Guide On ScreenTM system that provides an 8-day grid of TV programs available in your area. Use the TV Guide On Screen and simplify the recording of your favorite TV shows (➡ 24, 28,

29). Best of all this service is free! ≥The first time you download listings, you will receive the first

few days of listings; however, not all 8 days. Listings for 8 days should be received within a few days.

≥In order to cool the circuits used when downloading the

television program list, the cooling fan may sometimes operate when the unit is turned off. This is not a malfunction.

[Note]

If you do not want to use TV Guide On ScreenTM system, perform steps 1-3 and “Auto channel/clock settings”

Preparation

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.

≥When using the cable TV box, check the following.

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–Make sure the IR Blaster is connected and positioned properly

(➡ 13).

–Make sure the cable TV box is turned on.

system setup.

Set Clock Manually

system to choose TV programs

≥Cable service connected to this unit (Yes/No)

Do you have cable service connected to this DVD Recorder?

Yes

When “No” is selected, a confirmation screen is displayed (➡ 17,

” (

➡ 17).

“The set contents are displayed together”).

≥Cable TV box connected to this unit (Yes/No)

Is a cable box connected to this DVD Recorder?

Yes

If you are using a cable TV box, set the following:

≥Cable TV box connection channel (Ch2/Ch3/Ch4/IN3)

≥Cable TV box brand

≥IR signal code

(➡57)

When “No” is selected, a confirmation screen is displayed (➡ 17, “The set contents are displayed together”).

If you do not want to use the TV Guide On Screen

Select “No” at this point even if a cable TV box is connected.

–If you are connecting the cable TV box to this unit’s IN3 terminal,

select “IN3”.

–If you are connecting the cable TV box to this unit’s RF terminal,

select “Ch2”, “Ch3” or “Ch4”, according to the cable TV box setting.

–Move down with [4] for more brands. –You can also press [PAGE W] or [PAGE X] to skip one page. –Select “Not Listed” if you cannot find your brand on the list.

Make sure your cable TV box is set to the channel that appears on screen and press [ENTER].

Follow steps A and B below:

A. Please tune your cable box to channel 02 B. Make sure to leave your cable box turned ON

The unit begins trying various IR codes to see which one communicates properly with your cable TV box. It’s quite common for this phase of the setup to be repeated numerous times.

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Is your cable box now tuned to channel 09?

Yes

No Test this code again

–If the cable TV box has changed to channel 09, select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

–If the cable TV box is still set to the same channel, select “No”

and press [ENTER]. Repeat this step until the cable TV box changes to channel 09.

–If you want to try the code again for some reason, e.g., you

accidentally moved the IR Blaster, select “Test this code again” and press [ENTER].

∫ The set contents are displayed together

Postal code - L4W 2T3 (Canada) Cable - Yes Cable box - No

–If the information is correct, select “Yes, end setup” and press

[ENTER].

–If the information is not correct, select “No, repeat setup

process” and press [ENTER] to start the setting again.

Once you confirm the input content, the following screen appears.

What would you like to do now?

Watch TV

Leave the unit in standby mode when you are not using it. The unit will download the necessary data to maintain the listings while it is in standby mode. Some menus in the SETUP screen no longer need to be set after this unit downloads the television program list. These menus turn grey and become un-selectable. (➡ 54)

To use immediately (Set Clock Manually)

Set the clock manually. Please note that the program list is not displayed until the unit downloads it. Scheduled recording is only possible manually. 1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and press [1]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select “Clock Settings” and press [ENTER]. 4Press [3,4] to select “Set Clock Manually” and press [ENTER].

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

5 Press [2, 1] to select the item you want to change and press

[3, 4] to change the setting.

6 Press [ENTER]. The clock starts. 7 Press [SETUP].

Set Clock Manually

Month Day Year

/ :

ENTER

Hour Minute

2000

SAT AM

DST

Off

12 00

Time Zone

EST

Getting started

The above screen may not appear again if you repeat the setup process.

3 Press [ENTER].

A picture or a blue background screen is displayed.

If you do not want to use TV Guide On Screen

➡ 57, Auto channel/clock settings

system

4 Press [Í DVD POWER].

“BYE” appears briefly and then “12:00A” flashes on the

unit’s display. This shows the unit is in standby mode. The unit is now ready to download the channel line-up and the program listings.

Check the following again, so the downloading will not fail.

If you connect a cable TV box

≥the output terminal of the cable TV box is connected to this

unit’s RF IN or IN3 terminal (➡ 13)

≥the IR Blaster is correctly connected and installed (➡ 13) ≥the cable TV box is turned on

If you do not connect a cable TV box

≥the antenna cable is connected to this unit’s RF IN terminal

(➡ 12)

5 Leave this unit in the standby mode.

It is strongly recommended that you wait at least 24 hours before using the unit. No damage will occur if the unit is used sooner, but the channel line-up and program listings may not have been fully downloaded. ≥If you connect a cable TV box, leave it switched on without

using it.

≥

With some cable TV boxes, the cable TV box remote control can turn on and off both the cable TV box and the television. Utilizing this feature (turning the cable TV box off) will prevent the channel line-up from being downloaded.

≥

If the unit’s display changes from flashing “12:00A” to the current time, you can manually set the scheduled recording (

≥If the unit's display does not change to the current time even

after waiting, we recommend that you set the clock using “Set Clock Manually” (➡ right).

If you find “There is no data for this screen” displayed on the television when you turn the unit on, the unit has not yet downloaded the channel line-up.

This unit may download more than one channel line-up. Follow the onscreen instructions and select one of these.

There is no data for this screen.

SORTSCHEDULE LISTINGS

➡

TODAY

Last

Channel

NWGB

NWBG

BOX

ANiMe Network

PBS

25).

ducation

LISTINGS

8:00PM

FAVORITES RECORD INFO.

8:30PM

≥DST (Daylight Saving Time): On or Off

If you select “On”, the clock is advanced one hour starting at 2 a.m. on the first Sunday in April and ending at 2 a.m. on the last Sunday in October.

≥Time Zone shows the time difference from Greenwich Mean Time

(GMT). EST (Eastern Standard Time) l GMT j5 CST (Central Standard Time) l GMT j6 MST (Mountain Standard Time) l GMT j7 PST (Pacific Standard Time) l GMT j8 AST (Alaska Standard Time) l GMT j9 HST (Hawaii Standard Time) l GMT j10

If further assistance is needed, Call 1-800-561-5505.

In the United States, TV GUIDE and other related marks are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. In Canada, TV GUIDE is a registered mark of Transcontinental Inc., and is used under license by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. TV Guide On Screen, G-LINK, VCR Plusr and PlusCode are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International and/or one of its affiliates.

The TV Guide On Screen and VCR Plusr systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates.

GEMSTAR-TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND/OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL GEMSTAR- TV GUIDE INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND/OR ITS RELATED AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNTS REPRESENTING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE TV GUIDE ON SCREEN SYSTEM.

The TV Guide On Screen and VCR Plusr systems are protected by one or more issued United States patents such as 6,331,877; 6,239,794; 6,154,203; 5,940,073; 4,908,713; 4,751,578;

SORTSCHEDULE

4,706,121; 6,466,734; 6,430,359; 6,091,882; 6,049,652; 5,335,079; 5,307,173; 6,498,895; 6,418,556.

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Set up to match your television and the unit’s remote

control/Power saving function

DVD POWER

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

2 3

Getting started

buttons

Numbered

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

DVD

VCR Plus+

VOLUME

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

TV operation buttons

SETUP

Selecting television type

This setting allows you to select the type of television connected.

1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “TV Screen”

and press [1].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “TV Type” and

press [ENTER].

PAU SE

ENTER

CREATE

REC MODE

DVD /TV

Info

ERASE

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

SETUP

Channel

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

ENTER

TV Type

4:3 TV

Aspect 4:3 & 480i

Aspect 4:3 & 480p

16:9 Widescreen TV

Aspect 16:9 & 480i

Aspect 16:9 & 480p

≥Aspect 4:3/Aspect 16:9:

4:3 16:9

4:3 standard aspect television

16:9 widescreen television

≥480p/480i:

–Select “480p” if the television is compatible with

progressive output.

–Select “480i” if the television is not compatible with

progressive output or you are unsure about television compatibility.

STOP

SUB MENU

DUBBING

REC

CHAPTER

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

press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [SETUP].

When connected to a 4:3 standard aspect television

To change how a DVD-Video or DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 standard aspect television ➡ 56, “4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video” or “4:3 TV Settings for

DVD-RAM”

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Television operation

SETUP

Remote Control Code

Press “±

”

and “ENTER

”

together

for more than 2 seconds on the remote.

Channel

Setup

You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the television channel and change the television volume.

1 Point the remote control at the television

While pressing [Í POWER TV] enter the code with the numbered buttons.

e.g., 01: [0] ➡ [1] 10: [1] ➡ [0]

Manufacturer and Code No.

Panasonic National QUASAR

FISHER 10 SANYO 10

GE 05 SHARP 06/07

GOLDSTAR 15/16/17 SONY 08

HITACHI 12 SYLVANIA 03

JVC 11 THOMSON 05

01/02

PHILIPS (RC-5) 03

RCA 05

SAMSUNG 14/18/19

When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control

Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together.

Use “1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.

1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and

press [1].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Remote

Control Code” and press [ENTER].

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

or 3) and press [ENTER].

Getting started

LG 15/16/17 TOSHIBA 09

MAGNAVOX 03 ZENITH 04

MITSUBISHI 13

2 Test by turning on the television and

changing channels.

≥Repeat the procedure until you find the code that allows

correct operation.

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

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

[Note]

≥If your television brand has more than one code listed, select the

one that allows correct operation.

5 To change the code on the remote control

While pressing [ENTER], press and hold the numbered button ([1], [2] or [3]) for more than 2 seconds.

6 Press [ENTER].

∫ When the following indicator appears on the

unit’s display and you are unable to operate the unit

The unit’s remote control code

Change the code on the remote control to match the main unit’s (➡ step 5).

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [SETUP].

Power saving function

∫ Off Timer

The unit switches to standby after about 6 hours in the stop mode. You can turn this feature off or change the time to 2 hours ( “Off Timer”).

➡

54,

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Recording television programs

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POWER

S VIDEO

VIDEO

DVD POWER

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

DVD

VCR Plus+

PAU SE

ENTER

ERASE

Numbered buttons

Recording

;

∫

SUB MENU

HDD

DVD S D

L/MONO

AUDIO

IN2

VOLUME

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

DRI

OPEN/CLOSE

SELECT

3,4,2,1 ENTER

1.3

∫

RETURN

[HDD]

≥You can record up to 500 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]

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

[SD]

≥It is not possible to record onto a card.

Preparation

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

the connections to this unit.

≥Turn on this unit. ≥Press [RETURN] to exit the television program list if it is displayed

on the television. To turn off auto star t up of the television program list ➡ 29, “Review options” menu

See also the notes “Before recording” (➡ 21).

1 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the

recording drive.

The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit.

2 If you selected the DVD drive

Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main

REC

unit to open the tray and insert a disc.

≥Press the button again to close the tray. ≥When using 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-R,

remove the disc from the cartridge.

nsert label-up.

∫ Cartridge disc

Insert with the arrow facing in.

Insert fully so it clicks into place.

3 Press [WXCH] to select the channel.

HDD DVD

DUB

EXT

Link

MPEG4 D .MIX

NET

LP EP

DVD

RWRAM

SDPC

AVC D

DCCH BS

To select with the numbered buttons:

Antenna Mode

e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5]

15: [1] ➡ [5]

CableTV Mode

e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5]

15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

≥Select the audio to record (➡ 22).

4 Press [REC MODE] to select the

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

DCCH BS

DUB

EXT

MPEG4 D.MIX

HDD DVD

REC

PLAY PLAY

Link

Remaining time on the disc

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

Set “Audio for XP Recording” to “LPCM” in the SETUP menu

➡

56).

(

NET

SP LP EP

DVD

RWRAM

SDPC

AVCD

5 Press [¥ REC] to start recording.

DCCH BS

HDD DVD

REC

PLAY PLAY

DUB

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 change the channel or recording mode while paused; however, the recording will then be as a separate title.

≥You can record while the unit is in standby for scheduled recording,

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

∫ 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] 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 finalize them (➡ 52).

EXT

Link

MPEG4 D.MIX

NET

SP LP EP

DVD

RWRAM

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Recording modes and approximate recording times

Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated.

(Unit: hour)

DVD-RAM DVD-R

Mode Single-

HDD

(200 GB)

sided

(4.7 GB)

Double-

sided

(9.4 GB)

§1

DVD- RW

(4.7 GB)

XP (High quality) 44 1 2 1

SP (Normal) 89 2 4 2

LP (Long play) 177 4 8 4

EP (Extra long

355 (266

§2

)8 (6§2) 16 (12§2)8 (6§2)

play)

FR (Automatic mode selection)

355 hours

maximum

8 hours

maximum

8 hours

maximum

8 hours

maximum

for one

side

§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 (6H)” in the SETUP menu (

➡

55). The sound quality is better when using “EP (6H)” than when using “EP (8H)”.

≥[RAM] When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may

not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVDRAM. Use EP (6H) mode if playback may be on other equipment.

FR (Flexible Recording Mode)

You can set FR (Flexible Recording) mode when transferring (dubbing) or programming scheduled recordings. The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP (8H) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality. 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 transferred (dubbed) title on a 4.7 GB disc.

≥All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in the

SP LP EP

display.

Before recording

≥It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD

drive simultaneously.

≥It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a double

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

≥It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time

only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R or

se the HDD or CPRM compatible DVD-RAM.

discs. U

≥When transferring (dubbing) in high speed mode to DVD-R,

DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, after you have recorded to the HDD, set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” to “On” before

➡

recording to the HDD (

22).

8cm (3″) DVD-RAM

After recording

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] In order to play a disc recorded using this unit on other playback equipment, the disc must first be finalized ( ≥If the program is listed in the television program list (➡ 28), its

name is automatically made the title name after recording. (The recorded title must be more than 3 minutes.)

To specify a time to stop recording—One Touch Recording

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

During recording

Press [¥ REC] to select the recording time.

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

0:30 "# 1:00 "# 1:30 "# 2:00 "# 3:00 "# 4:00

^"""""""""""" Counter (cancel) ,"""""""""""}

≥This does not work during scheduled recordings (➡ 24) or while

using Flexible Recording (➡ 22).

≥If you change the channel or recording mode while recording is

paused, the time specified to stop recording is cancelled.

≥The unit does not turn off automatically after the time to stop

recording is reached.

To cancel

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

continues.

To stop recording partway

Press [∫].

Off Timer

The unit switches to standby after about 6 hours in the stop mode. You can turn this feature off or change the time to 2 hours ( Timer”).

When using DVD-RW

When you insert a new DVD-RW or a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (DVDVideo format) 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 erased.

Format

The disc is not formatted properly. Do you want to format the disc in Disc Management?

NoYe s

Press [2] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

To format a disc

“Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format” (➡ 51)

ENTER

➡

52).

➡

54, “Off

Recording

The Main or SAP only can be recorded for MTS broadcasts, when

≥Recording to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R

➡

≥Recording sound in LPCM ( ≥“Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” is set to “On” (

56, Audio for XP Recording)

➡

22)

You have to select the audio recording type before recording.

–If you do not connect a cable TV box

Select “Main” or “SAP” in “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu (

➡

56).

–If you connect a cable TV box

Select “Main” or “SAP” on the cable TV box.

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CANCEL

SKIP

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REC

DVD

VCR Plus+

PAU SE

ENTER

ERASE

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

AUDIO

F Rec SETUP

3,4,2,1

ENTER

RETURN

STATUS

HDD, DVD

Numbered buttons

∫

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

TIME SLIP

SUB MENU

Recording

Selecting audio to record

[HDD] [RAM]

Press [AUDIO].

Stereo: Main audio (stereo)

l l l

SAP: Secondary audio program (SAP)

l l a-

Mono: Main audio (monaural)

≥If the broadcast is “MonoiSAP”, audio will be

monaural even if you select Stereo mode.

≥If recorded in SAP mode, main audio is also

recorded.

≥Select “Mono” if reception is poor during a stereo

broadcast.

HDD Hard-Drive

CH 12

((

Stereo

e.g., “Stereo” is selected “((” appears when the unit is receiving the audio type you selected.

≥If you change the sound setting while recording, the recorded

sound will also change.

[Note]

You cannot change the audio type in the following cases. ≥When a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R is in the disc

tray while DVD drive is selected.

≥When the recording mode is XP and “Audio for XP Recording” is

set to “LPCM” (

≥When “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” is set to “On” (

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [HDD] [RAM] (When recording sound in LPCM) [HDD] [RAM] (When “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” is set to “On”)

➡

56).

➡

below).

Select the audio (Main or SAP) in “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu (➡ 56).

Recording for High-Speed Dubbing

When you want to transfer (dub) titles in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R after having recorded them to the HDD, set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” to “On” before recording to the HDD.

1 While stopped

Press [SETUP].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Disc” and

press [1].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Settings for

Recording” and press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Rec. for High-

Speed Dubbing” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [3, 4] to select “On” and press

[ENTER].

≥When recording MTS broadcasts (➡ below)

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [SETUP].

To start recording

≥Recording television program (➡ 20) ≥Scheduled recording (➡ 24) ≥Recording from a video cassette recorder (➡ 47)

∫ When recording MTS broadcasts

≥If you do not connect a cable TV box

Select “Main” or “SAP” in “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu (

≥If you connect a cable TV box

Select “Main” or “SAP” on the cable TV box.

∫ However, the restrictions shown below apply

when recording to the HDD

≥16:9 aspect programs are recorded in 4:3 aspect. ≥Only the main or the secondary (SAP) audio is recorded when

recording MTS broadcasts.

Therefore, set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing”to “Off” if you do not intend to transfer (dub) titles in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R after you have recorded them to the HDD.

Flexible Recording

(Recording that fits the remaining disc space)

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] 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 RECORDING” is convenient in

these kinds of situations.

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

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

appropriate recording mode difficult

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

quality possible

[HDD]

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

transferred (dubbed) to fit one 4.7 GB disc perfectly

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

mode when transferring (dubbing), to fit the disc space.

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

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

A second disc is necessary for

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

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

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

However there will be 30 minutes remaining disc space.

If you select “FLEXIBLE RECORDING” the program will fit one disc perfectly.

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

30 minutes of the program.

➡

56).

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Preparation

≥Select the channel or the external input (IN1, IN2, IN3 or DV) to

record.

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

1 While stopped

Press [F Rec].

FLEXIBLE RECORDING

Record in FR mode.

Maximum rec. time

Set recording time

Start Cancel

8 Hour 00 Min. 8 Hour 00 Min.

Maximum recording time

This is the maximum recording time in EP mode.

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

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

[HDD] or [DVD].

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] during

recording.

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

and press [ENTER].

≥There is no sound output while searching forward or

backward.

2 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 for more than 8 hours.

3 When you want to start recording

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

≥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].

Playing while you are recording

[HDD] [RAM]

e.g., HDD

HDD Hard-Drive

Rec. 0:59

CH 71 Stereo

Remaining time

SP LP EP

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 [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.

3Press [∫].

To stop scheduled recording

Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

Reviewing the recorded images while recording— Time Slip

While recording, you can play a scene in the title being recorded or a previously recorded title. Both images being played and recorded are shown.

1 Press [TIME SLIP] during recording.

Play

0 min

Rec.

This automatically disappears after approximately 5 seconds. To show the screen again press [TIME SLIP] again.

Recording

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 scheduled recording

Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

The image currently being recorded

≥Play starts from 30 seconds previous. ≥You will hear the playback audio.

2 Press [3, 4] to select the time and

press [ENTER].

≥Each time you press [3, 4], the time increases [3] or

decreases [4] by 1 minute. (Press and hold for 10-minute intervals.)

≥Press [1] (PLAY) to show the play images in full. Press

[TIME SLIP] to show the play and recording images.

To stop play

Press [∫].

To stop recording

2 seconds after play stops Press [∫].

To stop scheduled recording

Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

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Scheduled recording

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

STATUS

CREATE

CHAPTER

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

TODAYTODAY

Last

Channel

SORTSCHEDULE

FAVORITES RECORD INFO.

NWGB

NWBG

ducation

LISTINGS

8:30PM8:00PM

8:00 8:30

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DVD POWER

Numbered buttons

∫

Recording

SUB MENU

“Blue”

“Green”

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

DVD

2 3

PAU SE

ENTER

VOLUME

AUDIO

SETUP

VCR Plus+

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

ERASE

PAG E

F Rec

RETURN

TV GUIDE

SCHEDULE

3,4,2,1 ENTER

PAG E W X

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

For successful scheduled recordings

The program list will not display immediately after purchasing this unit. Complete the TV Guide On Screen

system setup

and download the program list data (➡ 16).

≥[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] When recording MTS broadcasts, select the audio

recording type in “Select MTS” (

➡

56).

≥[HDD] If you set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” to “On” before

recording to the HDD, you can later high speed transfer (dub) the program to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R.

Preparation

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

the connections to this unit.

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

(➡ 20).

Using the TV Guide On ScreenTM system to make scheduled recordings

You can perform scheduled recording easily by just marking the desired program(s) in a television program list.

≥You can enter up to 8 days in advance. ≥The program name becomes the recorded title if the program is

listed on the television program list.

1 Press [TV GUIDE].

Further instructions on utilizing the TV Guide On ScreenTM

➡

system

Navigation menu

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

program.

≥To skip one screen

Press [PAGE W] or [PAGE X].

≥To skip 24 hours in the list

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “LISTINGS” and –Press the “Green” button (forward). –Press the “Blue” button (backward).

3 Press the “Green” button.

“ ” appears in the list to indicate that the program is set for scheduled recording.

≥Press the “Green” button to cancel. ≥Press the “Blue” button to change recording frequency.

Each time you press the button:

[. l l l l l l {

Records only once.

;

Records when the broadcast time and program

name match.

;

Records weekly.

;

Temporarily cancels the scheduled recording

without deleting the program setting.

Repeat steps 2–3 to program other recordings. ≥As long as the setting is not changed, the program is

recorded to the HDD in the recording mode selected by the unit. To change the setting ➡ below.

∫ To change the setting

1 Press [SUB MENU] to go to the Navigation

menu.

2 Press [2, 1] to select “SCHEDULE”. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the program and

press [ENTER].

Start early by :

End late by :

Quality :

Destination :

00 minutes 00 minutes SP HDD

4 Change the setting as necessary and press

[ENTER].

≥To set recording to start early or end late

Press [3, 4] to select “Start early by” or “End late by” and press the numbered buttons to enter minutes (up to

99).

≥To change the recording mode

Press [3, 4] to select “Quality” and press the “Blue” button. Each time you press the button:

LP # EP # FR # XP # SP

^==============}

≥To change the recording drive

Press [3, 4] to select “Destination” and press the “Blue” button. Each time you press the button: HDD ,-. DVD

When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD” (➡ 27, Relief Recording).

4 Press [TV GUIDE].

Returns to the television screen. ≥The unit goes to scheduled recording standby (“F” lights on

the unit’s display); however, it may not turn off automatically. To save power, turn the unit off by pressing [ÍDVD POWER ].

≥Scheduled recordings are activated regardless of whether

the unit is turned on/off.

≥When using the cable TV box, make sure the cable TV box is

turned on.

∫ Notes on scheduled recording ➡ 27

∫ To check, change or delete a program ➡ 27

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∫ To cancel recording when it has already begun

Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

≥There may be some channels that are not displayed in the

television program list even if they are receivable. In this case set them manually (➡below).

Manually programming scheduled recordings

≥You can manually set the date, channel, start and end times and so

on for programs you want to record.

1 Press [SCHEDULE].

SET TIMER

LISTINGSMESSAGES SCHEDULE

R R

FAVORITES

Sat 2:00pm Dodzilla Once Sat 3:00pm Bull house Weekly Sat 3:30pm Be switched Weekly Sat 4:00pm Baseball Once

RECORD

2 Press the “Green” button.

Date :

Start Time :

End Time :

Channel :

Quality :

Destination :

PlusCode :

4 / 1 / 05 8 : 00 pm 10 : 00 pm 56 SP HDD

=========

≥To change the recording drive

Press [3, 4] to select “Destination” and press the “Blue” button. Each time you press the button: HDD ,-. DVD

When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD” (➡ 27, Relief Recording).

4 Press [ENTER].

FAVORITES

Sat 1:00pm NWBG Once

NWBG

HDD

REMOVE

1:00 1:55

Sat 2:00pm Dodzilla Once Sat 3:00pm Bull house Weekly Sat 3:30pm Be switched Weekly

4:00pm Baseball Once

4/3

≥Press the “Green” button to change recording frequency.

Each time you press the button:

[. l l l l l l {

Records only once.

;

Records weekly.

;

Records daily (From Monday to Friday).

;

Temporarily cancels the scheduled recording

without deleting the program setting.

≥To program other recordings

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “RECORD” and repeat steps 2–4.

RECORD

FREQUENCY

LISTINGSMESSAGES SCHEDULE

INFO.

R R

Recording

3 Enter the settings.

≥To enter the date

Press [3, 4] to select “Date” and press the numbered buttons. (Date: Month/Day/Year)

≥To enter the time

Press [3, 4] to select “Start Time” or “End Time” and press the numbered buttons. –You can set up to 8 hours. –To change am/pm

Press [2, 1] to select “am” or “pm” and press the “Blue” button.

≥To enter the channel

Press [3, 4] to select “Channel” and press the numbered buttons. –To select the input channel (IN1/IN2/IN3/DV)

Press the “Blue” button.

≥To change the recording mode

Press [3, 4] to select “Quality” and press the “Blue” button. Each time you press the button:

LP # EP # FR # XP # SP

^==============}

5 Press [TV GUIDE].

Returns to the television screen. ≥The unit goes to scheduled recording standby (“F” lights on

the unit’s display); however, it may not turn off automatically. To save power, turn the unit off by pressing [ÍDVD PO WER ].

≥Scheduled recordings are activated regardless of whether

the unit is turned on/off.

≥When using the cable TV box, make sure the cable TV box is

turned on.

∫ Notes on scheduled recording ➡ 27

∫ To check, change or delete a program ➡ 27

∫ To cancel recording when it has already begun

Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

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Scheduled recording

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

STATUS

CREATE

CHAPTER

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

Í DVD POWER

Numbered buttons

DVD POWER

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

DVD

2 3

VOLUME

AUDI O

SETUP

VCR Plus+

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

F Rec

VCR Plusr

≥As long as the setting is not changed, the program is

recorded to the HDD in the recording mode selected by the unit. To change the setting ➡ 24, “To change the setting” steps 3–4.

5 Press [TV GUIDE].

Returns to the television screen. ≥The unit goes to scheduled recording standby (“F” lights on

the unit’s display); however, it may not turn off automatically. To save power, turn the unit off by pressing [ÍDVD POWER ].

≥Scheduled recordings are activated regardless of whether

the unit is turned on/off.

≥When using the cable TV box, make sure the cable TV box is

turned on.

PAU SE

ENTER

REC MODE

ERASE

Info

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

TV GUIDE

SCHEDULE

3,4,2,1 ENTER

Info

PAG E W X

Recording

SUB MENU

DUBBING

CREATE CHAPTER

∫

“Blue”

“Green”

STOP

SUB MENU

DUBBING

REC

CREATE

CHAPTER

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

Using VCR Plusi system to make scheduled recordings

Preparation

Entering PlusCode recording. You can find them in TV listings in newspapers and magazines.

≥You can enter up to 8 days in advance. ≥VCR Plusi system works only after this unit downloads the

television program list (➡ 16).

numbers is an easy way of scheduling

1 Press [VCRPlusr].

Date :

Start Time :

End Time :

Channel :

Quality :

Destination :

PlusCode :

4 / 1 / 05 8 : 00 pm 10 : 00 pm 56 SP HDD

=========

∫ Notes on scheduled recording ➡ 27

∫ To check, change or delete a program

➡ 27

∫ To cancel recording when it has already begun

Press [∫], then [ENTER] within 5 seconds.

≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

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2 Press [3, 4] to select “PlusCode”. 3 Press the numbered buttons to enter

the PlusCode number.

≥To correct the number

Press [3] and press [4]. Enter the number again from the beginning.

4 Press [ENTER].

FAVORITES

Sat 1:00pm NWBG Once

NWBG

HDD

REMOVE

1:00 1:55

Sat 2:00pm Dodzilla Once Sat 3:00pm Bull house Weekly Sat 3:30pm Be switched Weekly 4/3

4:00pm Baseball Once

Repeat steps 1–4 to program other recordings.

RECORD

FREQUENCY

LISTINGSMESSAGES SCHEDULE

INFO.

R R

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Check, change or delete a program

You can check, change or delete a program set for scheduled recording on the television screen.

1 Press [SCHEDULE].

SET TIMER

LISTINGSMESSAGES SCHEDULE

Once

R R R

FAVORITES

Sat 1:00pm NWBG Sat 2:00pm Dodzilla Once Sat 3:00pm Bull house Weekly Sat 3:30pm Be switched Weekly 4/3

RECORD

4:00pm Baseball Once

2 Press [3, 4] to select the program.

Channel or program name (a program name that was set for scheduled recording using TV Guide On Screen system or VCR Plusi system that was listed in the program list)

Notes on scheduled recording

≥“F” flashes when the unit cannot go to scheduled recording

standby.

≥Scheduled recordings are activated regardless of whether the

unit is turned on/off.

≥Scheduled recordings do not begin while transferring (dubbing)

in normal speed mode (➡ 43).

≥If the unit is turned on when scheduled recording begins, it

remains turned on after recording finishes. It does not turn off automatically. You can turn the unit off during scheduled recording.

≥When you program successive scheduled recordings to start

immediately one after the other, the unit cannot record the part at the ending of the earlier program (approximately 15 seconds). In addition, when recording to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R, the unit cannot record the part at the beginning of the later program (approximately 15 seconds).

e.g., When you program successive one hour scheduled

recordings to start at 10:00 and 11:00 Program1 10:00–11:00 Program2 11:00–12:00

11:00

Program1

Program2

Recording

Sat

1:00pm NWBG Once

NWBG

HDD

1:00 1:55

Recording mode (➡ 21) Recording drive

REMOVE

FREQUENCY

INFO.

Frequency (➡ 24, Step 3,

➡ 25, Step 4)

∫ To change the recording frequency

Press the “Green” button.

∫ To change the time, recording mode and

recording drive

Press [ENTER]. (➡ 24, To change the setting, step 4)

∫ To delete the program

Press the “Blue” button.

∫ To exit the screen

Press [TV GUIDE].

Returns to the television screen. ≥The unit is not off. To save power, turn the unit off by pressing

[Í DV D P OWE R].

∫ When there is a duplicate or overlapping

program scheduled recording

The program scheduled recording that was set last is recorded. None of the program that was set earlier is recorded even if there is only partial overlapping. Program scheduled recordings that are not recorded are highlighted in grey.

Recorded

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Not recorded (approximately 15 seconds)

Not recorded (approximately 15 seconds)

≥If you set DST (Daylight Saving Time) to ON when manually

setting the clock (➡ 17), scheduled recording may not work when summer switches to winter and vice versa.

∫ Relief Recording

When the recording drive is set to “DVD” for scheduled recording and if the program will not fit onto the disc, the recording drive will be changed to the “HDD” automatically. If there is no disc in the tray or the disc cannot be recorded on or when scheduled recording starts while transferring (dubbing), the recording drive will be changed to the HDD. ≥The Direct Navigator shows which programs were relief-

recorded (“ ” is displayed.)(➡ 30).

≥If the time remaining on the HDD is insufficient, as much of the

program as possible will be recorded onto the HDD.

Programs set earlier

Program set last

Time

Not recorded

Recorded

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Utilizing the TV Guide On ScreenTM system

TODAY

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Refer to the control reference on page 26.

1 Press [TV GUIDE].

Video window (The channel you were previously watching is displayed.)

TODAY

Last

Channel

Panel Ads

NWGB

8:00 8:30

NWBG

ducation

BOX

ANiMe Network

PBS

Icons

Stereo

Recording

Closed caption

Re-run

Programs are categorized by color.

Green: Spor ts Blue: Children’s

Purple: Movies Teal: Other categories

∫ To change to the selected channel

Press [ENTER]. While recording, you cannot change from the channel being recorded.

Navigation menu

LISTINGS

8:00PM

FAVORITES RECORD INFO.

SORTSCHEDULE

8:30PM

Information window

Action Buttons

2 Press [SUB MENU] to go to the

Navigation menu.

3 Press [2, 1] to select the item and

press [4].

One of the following screens will appear depending on the item selected. LISTINGS SORT PROMOTIONS SCHEDULE MESSAGES SETUP

Common operations

[3, 4, 2, 1] [ENTER]

[PAGE W][PAGE X]

[SUB MENU] Move to the Navigation menu

[CREATE CHAPTER] (Green)

[DUBBING] (Blue)

[Info] Change the size of information window

LISTINGS screen

The LISTINGS screen displays the station, title, time, length, contents and ratings. It allows you to scroll through current and future program listings and register them for recording or as a “Favorite”, and jump directly to the program channel through a onetouch button.

Functions of Action Buttons

r24 HRS: Skip 24 hours forward s24 HRS: Skip 24 hours backward

LOCK: Lock the program currently selected in the

UNLOCK: The Video Window display will change as

RECORD: Record this program (➡ 24, Step 3)

FAVORITES: Register this program as a “Favorite”

CANCEL REC./ CANCEL FAV.:

FREQUENCY: Change the frequency of recording or a

Select/Enter

Skip one screen

“Green” Action Button The Action Button functions will be displayed on the screen.

“Blue” Action Button The Action Button functions will be displayed on the screen.

Video Window

different programs are highlighted

(➡ right)

Cancel recording or a “Favorite”

“Favorite”

∫ Registering a program you don’t want to miss as

a “Favorite”

By registering a program as a “Favorite”, you can later tune to that program quickly by pressing the “Blue” button when that program begins broadcasting. When watching TV, we recommend you occasionally press the “Blue” button. This unit may tune into a “Favorite” program that you had forgotten about.

To register a program as a “Favorite”

Press the “Blue” button on the program.

“ ” appears in the list to indicate that the program is set as a “Favorite”. ≥Press the “Green” button to change the frequency.

Each time you press the button:

[. l l l l l l l {

≥Press the “Blue” button to cancel. Repeat the above to set other programs.

≥When there is more than one program registered as “Favorite” in

the same time frame, each time you press the “Blue” button, the program switches to the other.

SORT screen

The SORT screen displays program listings sorted into your preferred categories. You can register programs on the list for recording or as a “Favorite”, and jump directly to the program channel through a one-touch button. There are various categories, such as movies, sports, children’s, educational, news, variety, series, HDTV, and alphabetically. Each category will contain individual sub-categories.

1 Press [2, 1] to select the major category and press [4]. 2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the minor category and press

[ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a program.

≥When sorting alphabetically, programs with the same name

(such as reruns or subsequent broadcasts of the same program) are displayed together in one column. In this case, press [3, 4] to select a program name and press [ENTER]. Each broadcast of the program is then displayed separately. Press [3, 4] to select the desired program.

Functions of Action Buttons

RECORD: Record this program (➡ 24, Step 3)

FAVORITES: Register this program as a “Favorite”

CANCEL REC./ CANCEL FAV.:

FREQUENCY: Change the frequency of recording or a

SCHEDULE screen

The SCHEDULE screen displays programs registered for recording or as a “Favorite” separately on the list. In addition to being able to review the list, you can also remove programs and change the frequency or modify the start/end times (only when recording) of programs selected.

Functions of Action Buttons

SET TIMER: Show the manual scheduled recording

CANCEL: Cancel an entry on the manual scheduled

FREQUENCY: Change the frequency of recording or a

REMOVE/STOP Remove the scheduled recording or

Registers as a “Favorite” only once.

;

A program becomes a “Favorite” when the

broadcast time and program name match.

;

Registers as a “Favorite” weekly.

;

“Favorite” registration temporarily off.

(➡ above)

Cancel recording or a “Favorite”

“Favorite”

screen (➡ 25, Step 2)

recording screen

“Favorite”

“Favorite” program/Stop scheduled recording

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SETUP screen

The SETUP screen allows you to redo the channel settings, customize the channel line-up and set the TV Guide On Screen system’s start-up pattern.

∫ “Change system settings” menu–Access to the

TV Guide On Screen

You can also verify any information entered during setup, or completely redo the setup, for the TV Guide On Screen

system setup screen

system.

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Change system settings” and press

[ENTER]. The information that was set is displayed, and you are asked to confirm whether it is correct.

Postal code - L4W 2T3 (Canada) Cable - Yes Cable box - No

Are the above settings correct?

Yes, everything is correct

Yes, but my channel lineup is incorrect No, repeat setup process

2 Press [3, 4] to select the message and press [ENTER].

≥“Yes, everything is correct”

–The information that was set will remain intact. Press [ENTER]

again to exit the screen.

≥“Yes, but my channel lineup is incorrect”

–You can customize the channel line-up in the CHANNEL

EDITOR screen (➡ below). Press [3,4] to select “No Match” and press [ENTER].

≥“No, repeat setup process”

–The TV Guide On Screen

system setup screen is displayed. Follow the on-screen prompts to redo the setup (➡ 16, step 2).

∫ “Change channel display” menu–CHANNEL

EDITOR

The “Change channel display” menu allows you to customize the channel line-up using the CHANNEL EDITOR. You can easily change channel line-up should the cable company occasionally revise their channel assignments.

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Change channel display” and press

[ENTER].

2 Press [3, 4] to select the channel.

≥Press [PAGE W] or [PAGE X] to skip one screen.

3 Customize the channel as follows.

To display/hide the channel

Press the “Green” button to select “ON” (display) or “OFF” (hide).

pTV

PTV-S

2 ON

CHANNEL EDITOR screen

∫ “Review options” menu–Selecting the TV Guide

On Screen

1Press [3, 4] to select “Review options” and press [ENTER]. 2Press [3, 4] to select the option and press [ENTER].

≥On: Turns on auto start up. ≥Off: Turns off auto start up.

MESSAGES screen

The MESSAGES screen is where additional product program or other information can be received and displayed by the TV Guide On

Screen scheduled to be made, they will be displayed in the message section. The serial number specific to your TV Guide On Screen system can also be found on this screen. When there are unread messages, an envelope-shaped icon appears at the upper left of the screen.

To read a message

Press [3, 4] to select the message and press [Info].

≥To delete unwanted messages press the “Green” button. ≥Messages are automatically deleted after 60 days.

The PROMOTIONS screen provides you with a list of promotional items that have appeared as Panel Ads or Channel banners during the current day. Promotions are updated daily during pre-designated download times.

To read a promotion

Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [Info].

Functions of Action Buttons

(When the TV program item is highlighted)

system. If major changes to the program listings are

PROMOTIONS screen

RECORD: Record this program (➡ 24, Step 3)

FAVORITES: Register this program as a “Favorite” (➡ 28)

system start up pattern

Recording

CANCEL ON/OFF INFO.

NWBG

ducation

TV-TR NWBG EDU

5 ON 12 ON 22 ON

To change the channel number

Press the numbered buttons. e.g. 1: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [1]

15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

To change the order of the channels

1 Press [2]. 2 Press the “Blue” button to move up or the “Green” button to

move down.

pTV

NWBG

ducation

PTV-S

MOVE UP MOVE DOWN

TV-TR NWBG EDU

2 ON

INFO.

5 ON 12 ON 22 ON

Repeat steps 2–3 as necessary.

4 Press [TV GUIDE].

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STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

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STATUS

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DISPLAY

IN 2

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VIDEO

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AUDIO

OPEN/CLOSE

DRIVEVE

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REC

HDD

PLAY

DVD

007 008

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DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View

HDD

Picture

Video

Playing back

POWER

Numbered buttons

:,9

∫

;

TOP MENU,

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

TIME SLIP

SUB MENU

“Blue”

CREATE

HDD, DVD indicator

S VIDEO

VIDEO

DVD POWER

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

DVD

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

STOP

SUB MENU

DUBBING

REC

SKIP

PAU SE

ENTER

CREATE

CHAPTER

REC MODE

VCR Plus+

ERASE

HDD

DVD S D

L/MONO

AUDIO

IN2

VOLUME

AUDIO

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

W X CH

DRI

OPEN/CLOSE

SELECT

REC

1.3

∫

AUDIO

CM SKIP

6,5

W X CH

2;,;1

3,4,2,1

ENTER RETURN

ERASE

CHAPTER

Preparation

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

the connections to this unit.

≥Turn on this unit. ≥Press [RETURN] to exit the television program list if it is displayed

on the television. To turn off auto star t up of the television program list ➡ 29, “Review options” menu

1 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the

playback drive.

The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit. ≥It is possible to watch playback from one drive while

recording on another (editing is not possible).

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. ≥When using 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3″ ) DVD-R,

remove the disc from the cartridge.

nsert label-up.

∫ Cartridge disc

Insert fully so it clicks into place.

Insert with the arrow facing in.

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

protect position (➡ 50), play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.

∫ Selecting recorded programs (titles) to play–

Direct Navigator

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

≥Thumbnail Mode ≥Table Mode

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View

HDD

001

23 10/24 Fri 3:30 PM

002

23 10/25 Sat 8:15 AM

003

86 10/25 Sat 10:00 AM

004

Play

005 006 007 008

---

SUB MENU

86 10/25 Sat 10:05 PM

8 10/26 Sun 4:10 PM

10 10/27 Mon 9:25 AM 10 10/27 Mon 1:30 PM

8 10/27 Mon 9:00 PM

Page 01/01

Rec. Time 0:52(SP)

Select

Video

Picture

NameStartNo. Ch. Date Day

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View

HDD

007 008

8 10/27 Mon

10 10/27 Mon

- - - - - - - - -

Page

Play

SUB MENU

02/02

Select

- - -

Video

Picture

Switching the Direct Navigator appearance

1 Press [SUB MENU] while Thumbnail Mode is displayed. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Table Mode” and press [ENTER].

≥The display appearance last used is saved even after the unit is

turned off.

2 [HDD] [RAM]

Press the “Blue” button to select “Video”.

[HDD] To sort Title View for easy searching (Table Mode only) This function is convenient when searching for one title to playback from many titles.

1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Sort” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [ENTER].

If you select an item other than “No.” ≥The Direct Navigator screen will reappear after playback of the

selected title has finished. (You cannot play titles continuously.)

≥Skip and Time Slip will only function with the title currently being

played back.

≥If you exit the Direct Navigator screen, or switch to the “Picture”

Direct Navigator screen, the sorted Title View will be cancelled.

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

[ENTER].

You can also select titles with the numbered buttons.

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5] 5: [0] ➡ [5]

15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 15: [1] ➡ [5] 115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

To show other pages

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER]. (Thumbnail Display only) ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Direct Navigator screen icons

Title protected.

Title that was not recorded due to recording protection (Digital broadcasts, etc.)

Title cannot be played

[When transferring (dubbing) a title to the HDD, or when data is damaged, etc.]

Currently recording.

[

Titles that have been rerouted to the HDD (➡ 27, Relief Recording)

Title with “One time only recording” restriction (➡ 68, CPRM)

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3 Press [1](PLAY).

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] Play starts from the most recently recorded

title. [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [CD] [VCD] Play starts from the beginning of the disc.

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HDD

PLAY

DVD

∫ When a menu screen appears on the television

[DVD-V] [DVD-A]

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [ENTER].

Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons.

[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] Press [TOP MENU] or [SUB MENU]. [DVD-A] Press [TOP MENU].

[VCD] Press [RETURN].

[Note]

≥It is not possible to play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over. ≥Depending on the disc, it may take time for the menu screen, pictures, sound, etc. to start. ≥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.

Operations during play

Press [∫].

The stopped position is memorized. “PLAY” flashes in the unit’s display. (Excluding when playing from the Direct

Stop

Pause

Skip

Starting from a selected item

Quick View

[HDD] [RAM]

Slow-motion

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] (Motion picture par ts only) [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]

Frame-by-frame

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] (Motion picture par ts only) [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]

Continued on next page

Navigator and when playing a playlist.)

Resume play function

Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Stopped position

≥If [∫] is pressed several times, “PLAY” disappears and the position is cleared. ≥The position is cleared if the unit is turned off or the tray is opened.

Press [;].

Press [;] again or [1] (PLAY) to restart play.

Press [6] or [5].

The speed increases up to 5 steps.

≥You can also turn the Smart Wheel left or right for operation (excluding [CD] [VCD]). ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. ≥Audio is heard during first level search forward.

[DVD-A] (excluding moving picture parts) [CD] Audio is heard during all levels of search.

≥Depending on the disc, search may not be possible.

During play or while paused, press [:] or [9].

Skip to the title, chapter or track you want to play. ≥Each press increases the number of skips.

Press the numbered buttons.

Play starts from the selected title, chapter or track.

[HDD] [CD]

e.g., 5: [0]

[DVD-A] Selecting groups While stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television ➡ right) e.g., 5: [5]

Other discs (You can select a track with DVD Audio.) e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5]

≥This works only when stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television ➡ above) with some

≥[VCD] (with playback control)

(discs with MP3 files and JPEG/TIFF)

➡

15: [0]

15: [1]

discs.

If you press the numbered buttons while stopped (the above screen saver is displayed on the television) you can cancel PBC. (Elapsed play time appears on the unit’s display.)

[0] ➡ [5]

➡

[1] ➡ [5]

➡

[5]

Press and hold [1](PLAY/a1.3).

Play speed is quicker than normal. ≥Press again to return to normal speed.

While paused, press [6] or [5].

The speed increases up to 5 steps.

≥You can also turn the Smart Wheel left or right for operation (excluding [VCD]). ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. ≥[VCD] Forward direction [5] only. ≥The unit will pause if slow-motion play is continued for approximately 5 minutes (excluding [DVD-V]

[DVD-A] [VCD]).

While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1).

Each press shows the next frame.

≥Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward. ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. ≥[VCD] Forward direction [1] (;1) only.

Playing back

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Refer to the control reference on page 30.

Displaying the television image as a picture-in-picture

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

Press [TIME SLIP].

The unit displays the television image as a picture-in-picture.

≥You will hear the playback audio. ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to cancel. ≥The blue background does not appear on the

receiving screen even if you select “On” in “Blue Background” in the SETUP menu

➡

56).

(

Play

Play images

Current receiving images ≥You can change the channel being received by

pressing [WXCH]. (You cannot change the channel being received while recording.)

0 min

CH 4

Skipping the specified time (Time Slip)

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

CM Skip

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

Playing back

Simple editing operations during play

1 Press [TIME SLIP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the

time and press [ENTER].

Play skips the specified time. ≥Each time you press [3, 4], the time

increases [3] or decreases [4] by 1 minute intervals. (Press and hold for 10-minute intervals.)

≥Press [1] (PLAY) to show the play

images in full.

Press [CM SKIP].

Each time you press, play restarts approximately a minute later.

1 Press [ERASE]. 2 Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].

Erase

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

Create chapters

(➡ 38, Title/Chapter) [HDD] [RAM]

≥A title cannot be restored once it is erased. Make certain before proceeding. ≥You cannot erase while recording or transferring (dubbing). ≥[-R] [+R] Available space does not increase after erasing. ≥[-RW‹V›] Disc space increases only when the last recorded title is erased.

Press [CREATE CHAPTER].

Chapters are divided at the point pressed. ≥Press [:, 9] to skip to the start of a chapter.

Play

5 min

CH 4

This automatically disappears after approximately 5 seconds. To show the screen again Press [TIME SLIP] again.

Changing audio during play

Press [AUDIO].

[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] Stereo>Mono L>Mono R

^-----------------------------}

e.g., “Stereo” is

selected

≥When playing an SAP broadcast recorded on the HDD, DVD-RAM,

DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format): MAIN()SAP

HDD Hard-Drive

Play

Stereo

[DVD-V] [DVD-A]

You can change the audio channel number each time you press the button. This allows you to change things like the soundtrack language (➡ 36, Soundtrack).

Soundtrack

e.g., English is selected.

1 ENG Î Digital 3/2.1ch

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Using menus to play MP3

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SUB ME NU

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TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

HDD

DVD

AUDI O

SETUP

VCR Plus+

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

F Rec

Numbered buttons

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

:,9

DVD

PAU SE

ENTER

CREATE

REC MODE

ERASE

Info

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

3,4,2,1 ENTER RETURN

TOP MENU

STOP

SUB MENU

DUBBING

REC

CHAPTER

Regarding MP3

≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended

formats), Joliet

≥Maximum number of files (tracks) and folders (groups)

recognizable: 999 files (tracks) and 99 folders (groups)

≥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.

≥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.

≥File format: MP3

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

≥Bit rates: 32 kbps to 320 kbps ≥Sampling frequency: 16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/32 kHz/

44.1kHz/48kHz

≥This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags. ≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within a MP3

file, play may not be possible.

Structure of MP3 folders

Prefix with 3-digit numbers in the order you want to play them.

Order of play

Root

001 (folder=group)

001

003 group

001track.mp3 (file=track) 002track.mp3 003track.mp3

002 group

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

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

[CD]

Preparation

Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.

This unit plays MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW designed for audio recording that are finalized (➡ 68) on a computer. The screen shown below is displayed when you insert a disc containing MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).

Playback mode is set to MP3. If you want to play picture (JPEG), select JPEG Menu from Menu in FUNCTIONS.

ENTER

Press [ENTER], and follow the steps below.

1 Press [TOP MENU].

Selected group

G: Group No. T: Track No. in the group Tot al: Track No./Total

tracks in all groups

G 1 T 1 Total 1/111

No.

0 – 9

Prev. Next

ENTER

GroupNo.

1 : My favorite

Total Track

001 Both Ends Freezing

002 Lady Starfish

003 Life on Jupiter

004 Metal Glue

005 Paint It Yellow

006 Pyjamamama

007 Shrimps from Mars

008 Starperson

009 Velvet Cuppermine

010 Ziggy Starfish

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Tree

≥Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups. ≥When the JPEG Menu is displayed, perform steps 1–4 in “To select

JPEG Menu” on page 34 selecting “MP3 Menu” in step 4 to change to the MP3 Menu.

2 Press [3, 4] to select the track and

press [ENTER].

Play starts on the selected track.

≥“0” indicates the track currently playing. ≥You can also select the track with the numbered buttons.

e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5]

15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

To show other pages

Press [:, 9].

To exit the screen

Press [TOP MENU].

Using the tree screen to find a group

1 While the file list is displayed

Press [1] while a track is highlighted to display the tree screen.

Selected group No. /Total groups

If the group has no track, “– –” is displayed as group number.

G 8 T 14 Tot al 40/111

No.

0 – 9

ENTER

Tre e

MP3 music

001 My favorite 001 Brazilian pops 002 Chinese pops 003 Czech pops 004 Hungarian pops 005 Liner notes 006 Japanese pops

007 Mexican pops 008 Philippine pops 009 Swedish pops 001 Momoko 002 Standard number 001 Piano solo 002 Vocal

G 7/25

You cannot select groups that contain no compatible files.

Playing back

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

and press [ENTER].

The file list for the group appears.

To return to the file list

Press [RETURN].

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SUB ME NU

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STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

IN 2

C H

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

OPEN/CLOSE

DRIVEVE

SELE CT

REC

DVD

CD(MP3/JPEG)

FUNCTIONS

Schedule

TV GUIDE

EPG

SCHEDULE

Playback

VOL_200411291118 Playback Mode: MP3

HDD, DVD, SD indicator

HDD

DVD S D

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

IN2

DRIVE SELECT

POWER

TV/VIDEO

2 3

CREATE

CHAPTER

REC MODE

DVD

VCR Plus+

PAU SE

ENTER

ERASE

VOLUME

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

OPEN/CLOSE

DRI

SELECT

RETURN

REC

1.3

∫

FUNCTIONS

3,4,2,1 ENTER

STATUS ERASE

HDD, DVD, SD

NAVIGATOR

Playing back

POWER

Numbered buttons

:,9

∫

DIRECT

SUB MENU

“Green”

SD card slot

DVD POWER

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

DUBBING

REC

[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [CD] ≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB

(➡ 9).

1 Press [HDD], [DVD] or

[SD] to select the drive.

e.g., SD card drive

HDD

DVD SD

The indicator lights up on the unit. ≥On the main unit, press [DRIVE SELECT] several times.

[CD]

The screen shown below is displayed when you insert a disc containing MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). Select JPEG menu (➡ right, “To select JPEG Menu”) before performing the steps below.

To show other pages

Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.

To select the still pictures in another folder ➡ 35

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

picture and press [ENTER].

You can also select still pictures with the numbered buttons. e.g., [HDD] [RAM] [SD] 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5] 115: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 15: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 1115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

e.g., [CD] 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5] 115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

≥Press [2, 1] to display the previous or next still picture. ≥Useful functions during still picture play (➡ 35).

To return to the Direct Navigator screen

Press [∫].

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

∫ To show the picture properties

Press [STATUS] twice.

Shooting date

11 / 10 6:53 PM

Folder - Picture Date 11 / 12 / 2003 No. 3 / 9

To exit the picture properties screen

Press [STATUS].

[Note]

Still pictures cannot be played during recording or transferring (dubbing).

To select JPEG Menu

[CD] [with MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)]

The screen shown below is displayed when you insert a disc containing MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).

Playback mode is set to MP3. If you want to play picture (JPEG), select JPEG Menu from Menu in FUNCTIONS.

No. 102 - 0001

ENTER

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Playback mode is set to MP3. If you want to play picture (JPEG), select JPEG Menu from Menu in FUNCTIONS.

ENTER

2 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. 3 [HDD] [RAM]

Press the “Green” button to select “Picture”.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Picture (JPEG) View

HDD

Folder 100__DVD

0001

0002 0003 0004

0005 0006 0007 0008

0009

---- ---- ----

Previous Page 001/001 Next

Play

SUB MENU

Direct Navigator screen icons

Picture protected.

Picture in which the number of prints is set (DPOF) (➡ 42,

Select

Video

Picture (JPEG) View

Picture

screen

1 Press [RETURN]. 2 Press [FUNCTIONS].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “MENU” and

press [ENTER].

Menus

Select a playback mode from the following menus.

MP3 Menu

JPEG Menu

ENTER

4 Press [3, 4] to select “JPEG Menu”

and press [ENTER].

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Useful functions during still picture

0001

Folder 100__DVD

0002

0005 0006

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Picture (J

SD CARD

0001

Folder 100__DVD

0002 0003 0004

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Picture (JPEG) View

SD CARD

Picture

002 101__DVD 003

102__DVD

---

\DCIM\100__DVD

---

001 100__DVD

103__DVD

004

001 100__DVD 002 101__DVD 003 102__DVD

\DCIM\100__DVD

004 103__DVD

Select folder to access.

Press ENTER to confirm.

Select Folder

\DCIM

play

Start Slide Show Slide Interval

[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [CD]

Rotate

[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [CD]

You can display still pictures one by one with constant interval.

While the Picture (JPEG) View screen is displayed

1 Press

[3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Folder” and press [SUB MENU].

2 Press [3, 4] to

select “Start Slide Show” and

Start Slide Show

Slide Interval

press [ENTER].

≥To change the display timing

1 Press [3,4] to select “Slide Interval” in

step 2 and press [ENTER].

2 Press [2, 1] to select the desired timing

(0–30 seconds) and press [ENTER].

1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to

select “Rotate

Rotate Right

Rotate Left

Right” or “Rotate Left” and press [ENTER].

≥Rotation information will not be stored.

ENTER

To switch to another higher folder

If there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable, While the screen on the right appears 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2Press [3, 4] to select “Select

Folder” and press [ENTER].

3Press [2, 1] to select the

higher folder and press [ENTER].

4Press [3, 4] to select the

desired folder and press [ENTER].

Regarding still pictures (JPEG, TIFF)

[HDD] [RAM] [SD]

≥Compatible formats: DCF

digital camera, etc.)

Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard

compliant (Content recorded on a

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

≥File format: JPEG, TIFF (non-compressed RGB chunky format) ≥Number of pixels:between 34k34 and 6144k4096 pixels

(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)

≥This unit can handle a maximum of 3000 files and 300 folders

(including higher folders).

≥Operation may take time to complete when playing TIFF format

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

≥This unit is not compatible with MOTION JPEG.

Playing back

Zoom in Zoom out

[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [CD]

Erase

[HDD] [RAM] [SD]

∫ To select the still pictures in another folder

(➡ 9, Structure of folders displayed by this unit)

1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].

You can also select folders with the numbered buttons. e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5]

1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to

select “Zoom in” and press [ENTER].

≥To return the picture to its original size,

press [3, 4] to select “Zoom out” in step 2 and press [ENTER].

≥When zooming in, the picture may be cut

off.

≥The enlargement information will not be

stored.

≥The “Zoom in/Zoom out” function is only

available for still pictures smaller than 640k480 pixels.

1 Press [ERASE]. 2 Press [2, 1] to select

“Erase” and press [ENTER].

≥Once erased, the recorded contents

are lost and cannot be restored. Make

certain before proceeding.

15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

Rotate Right

Rotate Left

Zoom in

ENTER

[CD]

≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended

formats), Joliet

≥Maximum number of files and folders recognizable:

999 files and 99 folders

≥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

and/or folders and some files may not display or be playable.

≥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

and folders may not play in the order you numbered them.

≥This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.

≥File format: JPEG, TIFF (non-compressed RGB chunky format) ≥Files must have the extension “.jpg”, “.JPG”, “.tif” or “.TIF”. ≥Number of pixels:between 34k34 and 6144k4096 pixels

(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)

≥Operation may take time to complete when playing TIFF format

still pictures.

≥This unit is not compatible with MOTION JPEG. ≥You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) on this unit by

making folders as shown below. However depending on how you create the disc (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders.

≥English alphabet and Arabic numerals are displayed correctly.

Other characters may not be displayed correctly.

≥When the highest level folders are “DCIM” folders, they are

displayed first on the tree.

Structure of still pictures

Files inside a folder are displayed in the order they were updated or taken.

Order of play

Root

P0000001.jpg P0000002.jpg

001

004 Folder

002 Folder

P0000003.jpg P0000004.jpg

P0000005.jpg

P0000010.jpg P0000011.jpg P0000012.jpg

003 Folder

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

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Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

DVD POWER

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

2 3

DVD

VCR Plus+

SLOW/SEARCH

PAU SE

ENTER

Info

ERASE

VOLUME

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

FUNCTIONS 3,4,2,1

ENTER

STATUS

DISPLAY

Playing back

Using on-screen menus

Common procedures

1 Press [DISPLAY].

Disc

Play Video Audio

Soundtrack Subtitle Audio channel

Other

Menu Item Setting

≥Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped,

etc.) and disc contents, there are some items that you cannot select or change.

Î Digital 2/0ch

Off

Stereo

2 Press [3, 4] to select the menu and

press [1].

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

press [1].

Disc menu–Setting the disc content

Soundtrack

Subtitle [DVD-V] [DVD-A]

Turn the subtitle on/off and select the language (➡ below, Language). [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] (Only discs that contain subtitle on/off information) Turn the subtitle on/off.

≥Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using this unit. ≥If the subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs, turn

the subtitles off.

Audio channel [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]

Angle

Still-P (Still picture) [DVD-A]

PBC (Playback control

You may have to use the menus (➡ 31) on the disc to make changes.

≥The display changes according to the disc content. You cannot

change when there is no recording.

Audio attribute

LPCM/PPCM/ÎDigital/DTS/MPEG: k (kHz): b (bit): ch (channel):

Language

ENG: English FRA: French DEU: German ITA: Italian ESP: Spanish NLD: Dutch

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] The disc’s audio attributes appear.

[DVD-V] [DVD-A]

Select the audio and language (➡ below, Audio attribute, Language).

➡ 32, Changing audio during play

[DVD-V] [DVD-A]

Change the number to select an angle.

Selects the play method for still pictures.

Slide Show:Plays according to the default order on the disc. Page: Select the still picture number and play.

≥RANDOM: Plays in random order. ≥Return: Returns to the default still picture on the disc.

➡

68) [VCD]

Indicates whether menu play (playback control) is on or off.

Signal type Sampling frequency Number of bits Number of channels

SVE: Swedish NOR: Norwegian DAN: Danish POR: Portuguese RUS: Russian JPN: Japanese

CHI: Chinese KOR: Korean MAL: Malay VIE: Vietnamese THA: Thai ¢: Others

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4 Press [3, 4] to select the setting.

≥Some items can be changed by pressing [ENTER].

To clear the on-screen menus

Press [DISPLAY].

Play menu–Change the play sequence

This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ.

Repeat play

≥All [CD] (excluding MP3 discs) [VCD] ≥Chapter [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] ≥Group [DVD-A] [CD] (MP3 discs only) ≥Playlists [HDD] [RAM] ≥Title [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] ≥Tr ac k [DVD-A] [CD] [VCD]

Select “Off” to cancel.

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Video menu–Change the picture quality

Other menu–Change the display position

Picture [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]

To select the picture quality mode during play.

≥Normal: Default setting ≥Soft: Soft picture with fewer video artifacts ≥Fine: Details are sharper ≥Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes. ≥User: You can make further adjustments.

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Detail picture adjustment” and press [ENTER].

Contrast

Increases the contrast between light and dark parts of the picture.

Brightness

Brightens the picture.

Sharpness

Adjust the sharpness of the edges of the horizontal lines.

Color

Adjusts the shade of the picture’s color.

Gamma

Increases the brightness of the center ranges to improve detail and contrast in dark scenes.

Integrated DNR

Reduces mosaic noise and character smudging.

MPEG-DNR (When any item other than “User” is selected)

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]

Reduces noise and picture degradation. On ↔ Off

Progressive

(➡ 68)

Select “On” to enable progressive output.

≥Select “Off” if the picture is stretched horizontally. ≥When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be

displayed.

Transfer

[When “Progressive” (➡ above) is set to “On”.]

Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material being played (➡ 68, Film and video).

≥Auto1 (normal):

Detects 24 frame-per-second film content and appropriately converts it.

≥Auto2: Compatible with 30 frame-per-second film content

in addition to 24 frame-per-second film content. (Picture distortion may occur depending on the content)

≥Video: Select when using “Auto1” and “Auto2”, and the

video content is distorted.

Line-in NR (Only when IN1, IN2, IN3 or DV is selected)

Reduces video tape noise while transferring (dubbing). Depending on the video tape, jittering may occur. ≥Automatic:Noise reduction only works on picture input from

a video tape.

≥On: Noise reduction works for any video input. ≥Off: Noise reduction is off. Select when you want to

record input as is.

Only when you have selected “480p” in “TV Type” (➡ 18).

Audio menu–Change the sound effect

Position

1 (Standard)–5: The higher the setting the lower the on-

screen menu moves.

FUNCTIONS window

By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

FUNCTIONS

HDD

Playback

Schedule

Dubbing

ENTER

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

EPG

TV GUIDE

SCHEDULE

VCR Plus+

DUBBING

Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc.

Disc Space Left 52:00 SP

Other Functions

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

press [ENTER].

≥If you select “Other Functions”, press [3, 4] to select an

item and press [ENTER].

To exit the FUNCTIONS window

Press [FUNCTIONS].

Status messages

Press [STATUS].

The display changes each time you press the button.

HDD Hard-Drive

Rec.

Play

Stereo

DVD Rec.

Title number and elapsed time during play/ Recording mode

Date and time

π T1 0:05.14 XP

Title number and elapsed time during recording/Recording mode

Selected drive/type of disc Recording or play status/input channel

Audio type

Recording drive/

Transfer (dubbing) progress indicator

Available recording time and recording mode

Remain

0:50 XP6/8 10:15 PM

π T2 0:00.10 SP

Playing back

V.S.S. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] (Dolby Digital with 2 channels or more only)

Enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers only. ≥Turn V.S.S. off if it causes distortion. (Check the surround

function on the connected equipment.)

≥V.S.S. does not work for SAP recordings.

Dialog Enhancer [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] (Dolby Digital with 3 channels or more only, including a center channel)

The volume of the center channel is raised to make dialog easier to hear.

No display

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Editing titles/chapters

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

10 10/27 Mon

007 008

8 10/27 Mon

- - - - - - - - -

- - -

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View

HDD

Picture

Video

008 8 10/27 Mon

001

---

0:00.00

--- ---

--- --- ---

---

--- --- ---

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Chapter View

HDD

Picture

Video

HDD, DVD

HDD

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

DVD

VCR Plus+

SLOW/SEARCH

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

:,9

;

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

SUB MENU

“Blue”

STOP

SUB MENU

DUBBING

REC

CHAPTER

PAU SE

ENTER

CREATE

REC MODE

ERASE

Info

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

Title/Chapter

Programs are recorded as a single title consisting of one chapter.

Title

Chapter

Start End

You can divide a title into multiple chapters. [HDD] [RAM] (➡ 32, 39)

Editing

Title

Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter

You can change the order of chapters and create a playlist (➡ 40). [HDD] [RAM]

≥Titles are divided into about 5-minute chapters after finalizing

(➡ 52). [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

1 During play or while stopped

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

2 [HDD] [RAM]

Press the “Blue” button to select “Video”.

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

Title View screen

To show other pages

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.

Multiple editing

Select with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [;]. (Repeat.) A check mark appears. Press [;] again to cancel.

Press [SUB MENU].

Press [3,4] to select the operation and press [ENTER].

≥If you select “Edit Title”, press [3, 4] to select the operation

and press [ENTER] (➡ 39).

Title Name

Setup Protection

Cancel Protection

Erase Title

Properties

Edit Title

View Chapters

Table Mode

Other View

Shorten Title

Change Thumbnail

Divide Title

Switching the Direct Navigator appearance ➡ 30

Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) ➡ 34, Step 3

If you select “View Chapters”

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

To start play ➡ Press [ENTER]. To edit ➡ Step 7.

Chapter View screen

Refer to “Title operations” (➡ 39).

≥The maximum number of items on a disc

[HDD]

–Titles: 500 –Chapters: Approximately 1000 per title

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] –Titles: 99 ([+R] 49 titles) –Chapters: Approximately 1000 ([+R] Approximately 254)

[Note]

≥Once erased, divided or shortened, recorded content cannot be

restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding.

≥You cannot edit during recording or transferring (dubbing), etc. ≥Restricted recording information remains even after editing (e.g.

dividing a title, etc).

You can modify (remove unnecessary parts, divide, etc.) recorded programs.

Preparation

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

the connection to this unit.

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≥Turn the unit on. ≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive containing the recorded

title to be edited.

≥[RAM] Release protection (➡ 50).

(Depends on the state of recording.)

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters

≥To show other pages/Multiple editing (➡ above)

Press [SUB MENU], then [3,4] to select the operation and press [ENTER].

Erase Chapter

Create Chapter

Combine Chapters

View Titles

≥You can go back to the Title View.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Refer to “Chapter operations” (➡ 39).

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Title operations

After performing steps 1–5 (➡ 38)

Erase Title

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] (➡ below, “For quicker editing”)

Properties

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

Title Name

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

Setup Protection Cancel Protection

[HDD] [RAM]

Shorten Title

[HDD] [RAM]

(➡ below, “For quicker editing”)

Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].

≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. ≥The available recording space on DVD-R or +R does not increase when you erase titles. ≥Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded title is

erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.

Information (e.g., time and date) is shown. ≥Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.

You can give names to recorded titles. ➡ 53, Entering text

If set, this will protect the title from accidental erasure.

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

The lock symbol appears when the title is protected.

You can remove unnecessary parts of the recording such as commercials.

1 Press [ENTER] at the start point and end point of the

section you want to erase.

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

≥Select “Next” and press [ENTER] to erase other sections.

3 Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Shorten Title

HDD

008

ENTER

Properties

Dinosaur

No.

001

Start

Date

6/20/2002

Ch.

ENTER

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View

HDD

007 008

10 10/27 Mon

--- ---

Start End

- -:- -.- - - -:- -.- -

10:00 AM

Rec. Time

2:15 (SP)Wed

8 10/27 Mo

Start

End

Exit

0:43.21

Video

Play

Picture

Change Thumbnail

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] (➡ below, “For quicker editing”)

Divide Title

[HDD] [RAM]

(➡ below, “For quicker editing”)

Multiple editing is possible.

Chapter operations

After performing steps 1–7 (➡ 38)

Erase Chapter

[HDD] [RAM]

Create Chapter

[HDD] [RAM]

(➡ below, “For quicker editing”)

You can change the image to be shown as the thumbnail picture in the Title View.

1 Press [1] (PLAY) to start play. 2 Press [ENTER] when the image you want to use as a

thumbnail is shown.

To change the thumbnail

Restart play and press [3, 4] to select “Change”, then press [ENTER] at the point you want to change.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

HDD

008

ENTER

Change Thumbnail

Change

0:01.05

Change

Exit

0:00.01

Start play and select the thumbnail position

Video

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

You can divide a title into two.

1 Press [ENTER] at the point you want to divide the title. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [2, 1] to select “Divide” and press [ENTER].

To confirm the division point

Press [3, 4] to select “Preview” and press [ENTER]. (The unit plays 10 seconds before and after the division point.)

To change the division point

Restart play and press [3, 4] to select “Divide”, then press [ENTER] at the point where you want to divide the title.

[Note]

≥The divided titles retain the name and CPRM property (➡ 68) of the original title. ≥Video and audio just before and after the dividing point may momentarily cut out.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title

HDD

008

Divide

-- : -- . --

ENTER

Preview

Divide

Exit

0:43.21

Video

Play

Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].

≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding.

Select the point where you want to start a new chapter while viewing the title.

1 Press [ENTER] at the point you want to divide.

≥Repeat this step to divide at other points.

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Create Chapter

HDD

008

ENTER

Play

Video

Create

Exit

0:43.21

Picture

Editing

Picture

Combine Chapters [HDD] [RAM]

Multiple editing is possible.

Press [2, 1] to select “Combine” and press [ENTER].

≥The selected chapter and following chapter are combined.

For quicker editing

≥Use search, slow-motion (➡ 31) or Time Slip (➡ 32) to find the desired point. ≥Press [:, 9] to skip to the end of a title.

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Creating, editing and playing playlists

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

PLAYLISTS Playlist View

- - - - - -

Create

HDD

PLAYLISTS Create

001 8 10/27 Mon

---

--- ---

Source Title

Source Chapter

Chapters in Playlist

Page 001/001

002

HDD

001

003

PLAYLISTS Create

001 8 10/27 Mon

---

--- ---

------ --- ---

Source Title

Source Chapter

Chapters in Playlist

Page 001/001

002

HDD

001

003

HDD

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

DVD

VCR Plus+

PAU SE

ENTER

AUDIO

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

Info

STATUS

PAG E

FUNCTIONS

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

HDD, DVD

SUB MENU

You can arrange the chapters (➡ 38) to create a playlist.

Chapter

Playlist

Title

Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter

Chapter Chapter

Title

Transferring (dubbing) (➡ 43) a playlist will create a title.

3 Press [3, 4] to select “PLAYLISTS”

and press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Create”

and press [ENTER].

5 Press [2, 1] to select the source title

and press [4].

≥Press [ENTER] to select all the chapters in the title, then

skip to step 7.

6 Press [2, 1] to select the chapter you

want to add to a playlist and press [ENTER].

Press [3] to cancel.

≥Playlists are not recorded separately so this doesn’t use much

Editing

capacity.

≥Editing chapters in a playlist does not modify the source titles

and source chapters.

[HDD] [RAM] ≥The maximum number of items on a disc

–Playlists: 99 –Chapters in playlists: Approximately 1000

≥If you exceed the maximum numbers of items for a disc, all the

items entered will not be recorded.

Creating playlists

[HDD] [RAM]

Preparation

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

the connection to this unit.

≥Turn the unit on. ≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive containing the recorded

title to be edited.

≥[RAM] Release disc or cartridge protection (➡ 50). ≥You cannot create or edit a playlist while recording or while

transferring (dubbing).

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Other

Functions” and press [ENTER].

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FUNCTIONS

Playback

Schedule

Dubbing

ENTER

HDD

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

EPG

TV GUIDE

SCHEDULE

VCR Plus+

DUBBING

Other Functions

(Depends on the state of recording.)

Disc Space Left 52:00 SP

PLAYLISTS

FLEXIBLE RECORDING

DV AUTO RECORDING

SETUP

DISC MANAGEMENT

Return

≥You can also create a new chapter from the source title.

Press [SUB MENU] to select “Create Chapter” and press [ENTER] (➡ 39, Create Chapter).

7 Press [2, 1] to select the position to

insert the chapter and press [ENTER].

PLAYLISTS Create

HDD

001 8 10/27 Mon

Source Title

001

Source Chapter

001

Chapters in Playlist

ENTER

--- ---

002

002 003

------ --- ---

Press RETURN to exit.

≥Press [3] to select other source titles. ≥Repeat steps 6–7 to add other chapters.

Page 001/001

---

Page 001/001

8 Press [RETURN].

All the selected scenes become the playlist.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

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Editing and playing playlists/chapters

PLAYLISTS Playlist View

- - - - - -

- -- -

Create

10/27 Mon 0:30

HDD

PLAYLISTS Chapter View

01 10/27 Mon 0:30

--- ---

--- --- ---

---

--- --- ---

001 002

HDD

0:53.01

PLAYLISTS Move Chapter

01 10/27 Mon 0:30

--- ---

--- --- ---

---

--- --- ---

001 002

HDD

[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only)

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Other

Functions” and press [ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “PLAYLISTS”

and press [ENTER].

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

playlist.

To start play ➡ Press [ENTER]. To ed i t ➡ Step 5.

Playlist View screen

Playlist operations

After performing steps 1–5 (➡ left)

Erase Playlist

[HDD] [RAM]

Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER]. Once erased, the playlists are lost and cannot be restored.

Make certain before proceeding.

Playlist information (e.g., length and date) is shown. ≥Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.

Properties

[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›]

Create

[HDD] [RAM]

Copy

[HDD] [RAM]

➡ 40, Creating playlists, Step 5–8

Press [2, 1] to select “Copy” and press [ENTER].

≥The copied playlist becomes the

newest one in the playlist view screen.

Dinosaur

No. Chapters01012

Properties

ENTER

Date Length

6/20/2002 Wed 0:30.05

≥To show other pages/Multiple editing (➡ 38)

5 Press [SUB MENU], then [3, 4] to

select the operation and press [ENTER].

≥If you select “Edit”, press [3, 4] to select the operation and

press [ENTER].

Create

Copy

Erase Playlist

Properties

Edit

View Chapters

If you select “View Chapters”

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

To start play ➡ Press [ENTER]. To ed i t ➡ Step 7.

Playlist Name

Change Thumbnail

Refer to “Playlist operations”.

Chapter View screen

Playlist

➡ 53, Entering text

Name

[HDD] [RAM]

Change

➡ 39, Change Thumbnail

Thumbnail

[HDD] [RAM]

Multiple editing is possible.

Chapter operations

[HDD] [RAM] After performing steps 1–7 (➡ left) ≥Editing chapters in a playlist does not modify the source titles and

source chapters.

Add

➡ 40, Creating playlists, Step 5–7

Chapter

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the position to insert the chapter and press [ENTER].

Move Chapter

Editing

≥To show other pages/Multiple editing (➡ 38)

7 Press [SUB MENU], then [3, 4] to

select the operation and press [ENTER].

Add Chapter

Move Chapter

Create Chapter

Combine Chapters

Erase Chapter

View Playlists

≥You can go back to the Playlist View.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Refer to “Chapter operations”.

Create Chapter

Combine Chapters

Erase Chapter

Multiple editing is possible.

➡ 39, Create Chapter

➡ 39, Combine Chapters

➡ 39, Erase Chapter

The playlist itself is erased if you erase all the chapters in it.

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Editing still pictures

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

POWER

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

DPOF

Setup DPOF on the picture (JPEG). The contents set with other units will be erased.

Press ENTER to confirm.

Number of prints

SELECT

:, 9

;

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

SUB MENU

“Green”

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

2 3

DVD

VCR Plus+

SLOW/SEARCH

PAU SE

ENTER

Info

ERASE

VOLUME

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

HDD, DVD, SD

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

[HDD] [RAM] [SD]

≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB

(➡ 9).

Preparation

≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD] to select the drive. ≥[RAM] [SD] Release protection (➡ 50, Setting the protection).

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Editing

2 [HDD] [RAM]

Press the “Green” button to select “Picture”.

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

picture.

To show other pages

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.

Multiple editing

Select with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [;]. (Repeat.) A check mark appears. Press [;] again to cancel.

≥To select the still pictures in another folder (➡ 35)

4 Press [SUB MENU], then [3, 4] to

select the operation and press [ENTER].

Erase Picture

Setup Protection

Cancel Protection

DPOF

Other View

∫ To edit still picture folders

In step 3 (➡ above)

1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the folder.

≥To show other pages/Multiple editing (➡ above)

3 Press [SUB MENU], then [3, 4] to select the operation and

press [ENTER].

Erase Entire Folder

Folder Name

Setup Protection

Cancel Protection

DPOF

Select Folder

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

below

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters ➡ 38, Step 2

To switch to another higher folder ➡ 35

Picture and folder operation

After performing steps 1–4

Erase Picture Erase Entire Folder

[HDD] [RAM] [SD]

Folder Name

[HDD] [RAM] [SD]

Setup Protection Cancel Protection

[HDD] [RAM] [SD]

DPOF

[SD]

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Multiple editing is possible.

Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].

≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before

proceeding.

≥When erasing a folder, the files not containing still pictures will also be erased if they are inside the folder.

(This does not apply to folders under the folder concerned.)

You can give names to still picture folders. ➡ 53, Entering text

≥Folder names input using this unit may not be displayed on other equipment.

If set, this will protect the still picture or folder from accidental erasure.

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

The lock symbol appears when the still picture or folder is protected.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Pi

SD CARD

Folder 103__

0001

0002

≥Even if the protection setting is used by this unit to protect a folder, the folder

may be erased by another unit.

You can select a whole folder or individual pictures for printing and specify the number of prints to be made.

Press [2, 1] to select number of print (0 to 9) and press [ENTER].

The DPOF mark appears. (This appears on the still pictures inside a folder when you make the DPOF setting for the folder.)

To cancel the print setting

Set the number of prints to “0”.

≥Print settings (DPOF) made using this unit may not be viewable on other equipment. ≥When this is set by this unit, any settings established by other units will be released. ≥Settings cannot be made for folders and files not in accordance with DCF standards or if there is no

remaining space on the card.

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Transferring (dubbing) titles or playlists

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (dub) on this unit.

You cannot transfer (dub) titles which have been treated to prevent copying.

∫ Transferring (dubbing) direction

You can transfer (dub) your favorite titles and playlists to an archive disc. ≥Transferring (dubbing) a playlist will create a title.

High speed mode

HDD RAM

Normal speed mode

High speed mode

HDD

Normal speed mode

§1

DVD-R, etc.

§2

≥When you want to play a transferred (dubbed)

High speed mode

HDD

DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format)

disc on other equipment, you must finalize the disc after transferring (dubbing) (➡ 52, 68).

§1

Before recording to HDD, set “Rec. for HighSpeed Dubbing” to “On” (➡ 22).

§2

DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R

Normal speed mode: Select XP, SP, LP, EP or FR as the recording mode for transferring (dubbing) (➡ 21).

∫ Transferring (dubbing) mode

Transferring (dubbing) a title or a playlist Transferring (dubbing) multiple titles and playlists together

One Touch Transfer (dubbing) (➡ 44) Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ 44)

When you want to re-edit finalized content on a DVD-R, etc.

HDD

Normal speed mode

Finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or DVD-Video on sale that are not copy-protected, etc.

DVD-V

You can select transferring (dubbing) speed mode and picture quality (➡below)

∫ Transferring (dubbing) speed mode types and features

High speed Normal speed (XP, SP, LP, EP, FR)

Features You can transfer (dub) in a very short amount

of time. You can transfer (dub) even faster if you use a high speed recording compatible disc. You can record and play using the HDD while high speed transferring (dubbing).

Transferring (dubbing) times

➡ below, Approximate transferring (dubbing) times

Picture quality Original picture quality Are chapters/thumbnails

Ye s

§2

maintained? Other operations while

You can record/play using the HDD. No

You can record for a long period of time on 1 disc. For example, using LP mode, you can record approximately 4 hours on 1 (4.7 GB) disc (➡ 21). e.g., 1 hour TV drama

LP LP LP LP

Only one episode using XP mode

4 episodes using LP mode

The same amount of time it takes to record the source

Can change

§1

No (One title is recorded as one chapter. Thumbnails return to the default position.)

transferring (dubbing)

§1

If you select a recording mode with better picture quality than the original, the picture quality does not improve. (However, it does prevent against degradation of picture quality.)

§2

[+R] Up to approx. 100 chapters When transferring (dubbing) playlists to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R, the thumbnails may not reflect changes made to them.

∫ Approximate transferring (dubbing) times (Max. speed)

(excludes time required to write data management information)

HDD

Recording mode Recording time

SP Approx. 6 min. Approx. 3.8 min. Approx. 7.5 min. Approx. 3.8 min.

LP Approx. 3 min. Approx. 1.9 min. Approx. 3.8 min. Approx. 1.9 min.

1 hour

EP (6H) Approx. 2 min. Approx. 1.3 min. Approx. 2.5 min. Approx. 1.3 min.

EP (8H) Approx. 1.5 min. Approx. 56 sec. Approx. 1.9 min. Approx. 56 sec.

[Note]

≥When recording or playing while transferring (dubbing), the unit may not use the maximum recording speed. ≥Depending on the condition of the disc, the unit may not transfer (dub) using the maximum speed.

5k high speed recording compatible DVD-RAM

Approx. 12 min. Approx. 8.7 min. Approx. 15 min. Approx. 8.7 min.

8k high speed recording compatible DVD-R

4k high speed recording compatible DVD-RW

8k high speed recording compatible +R

Transferring

(Dubbing)

Regarding high speed transfer (dubbing) to DVD-R, etc.

To high speed transfer (dub) titles (or playlists created from those titles), set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” to “On” before recording to the HDD (➡ 22).

However, in the following cases, transferring (dubbing) to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R using the high speed mode does not work.

≥Playlists created from titles using a variety of recording modes ≥Playlists created from multiple titles using FR recording mode ≥Playlists mixed with a variety of audio types (Dolby Digital and

LPCM, etc.)

≥Titles that contain many erased segments.

Regarding transferring (dubbing) of digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording”

You can transfer (dub) a recorded title to a CPRM (➡ 68) compatible DVD-RAM; however, the title is erased from the HDD. ≥Titles or playlists cannot be transferred (dubbed) from DVD-RAM to

the HDD.

≥You cannot use one touch transfer (dubbing). Use the transferring

(dubbing) list (➡ 44).

≥Titles will not be transferred (dubbed) if they are protected (➡ 39). ≥You cannot transfer (dub) playlists created from “One time only

recording” titles.

≥Titles with recording limitations and playlists cannot be registered

on the same transferring (dubbing) list.

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Transferring (dubbing) titles or playlists

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

DUBBING

Dub in High Speed mode. Do you want to continue?

Yes No

DUBBING

HDD

DVD

Source

Destination

Cancel All

Dubbing Direction

Mode

Create List

HDD > DVD

Video High Speed

HDD

Create List

007

10 10/10 Fri

008 0:30(SP)

8 11/10 Sat

- - -

- - -- - -- - -

Playlists

Video

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DVD

FUNCTIONS

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

STATUS

Numbered buttons

:, 9

∫

;

SUB MENU

DUBBING

“Blue”

“Green”

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

DVD

2 3

VCR Plus+

PAU SE

ENTER

ERASE

AUDIO

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

Preparation

≥Insert a disc that you can use for recording (➡ 8). ≥Confirm that there is enough remaining disc space.

One Touch Transfer (dubbing)

[HDD]

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

With one touch transfer (dubbing), the title currently being played is dubbed without any further setting.

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Select the audio type for recording MTS broadcast

≥

from “Select MTS” (➡ 56).

1 Play the title or playlist you want to

transfer (dub).

2 Press [DUBBING].

Top Speed Mode

” or “Silent Mode”

Transferring

(Dubbing)

Selecting the DVD drive speed

1 Press [3] to highlight “DVD Drive Speed”. 2 Press [2, 1] to select “

and press [4].

≥

Selecting “

Silent Mode

” means the noise generated by this unit is less than “Top Speed Mode”; however, the time required for transferring (dubbing) will double (approximately).

Only when transferring (dubbing) to 5thigh speed recording

compatible DVD-RAM, 8thigh speed recording compatible DVD - R or 8thigh speed recording compatible +R in High speed mode

3 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

A transfer (dubbing) complete message appears on the screen for a few seconds when transferring (dubbing) is completed.

≥The transfer (dubbing) speed and picture quality are set as

follows.

The recording mode changes to FR mode if the remaining disc space is exceeded using one of the recording modes indicated below.

[HDD]

[RAM]: High speed mode

[HDD]

[-R]

[-RW‹V›] [+R]:

Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing setting

On Off

High speed mode Same recording mode used as when

∫ To stop transferring (dubbing) ➡ 45 ∫

Recording and playing while transferring (dubbing)

➡

recording the source title (XP–EP, FR). ≥Playlists are transferred (dubbed) in FR

mode.

Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list

[HDD]

,-.

[RAM]

[-RW‹VR›] [HDD]

[HDD]

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

You can order titles and playlists as desired for transfer (dubbing) to disc.

≥Select the audio type for recording MTS broadcasts from “Select

MTS” (➡ 56) when: –Transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)

and +R.

–When “Audio for XP Recording” is set to “LPCM” (➡ 56) and you

are transferring (dubbing) in XP mode.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “DUBBING”

and press [ENTER].

≥If you are not going to change the registered list press [4]

several times (➡ 45, step 6).

3 Set the transfer (dubbing) direction.

≥If you are not going to change the dubbing direction, press

[4] (➡ step 4).

Press [3, 4]

1].

[

to select “Dubbing Direction” and press

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Source” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].

Press [3, 4]

to select “Destination” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [3, 4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].

The same drive as the transfer (dubbing) source cannot be selected.

6 Press [2] to confirm.

4 Set the recording mode.

≥If you are not going to change the recording mode, press [4]

(➡ step 5).

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Mode” and press [1].

Press

2 3

Press

Press [ENTER]

Press

[3, 4] to select “Format” and press [ENTER] [3, 4] to select “Video” and press [ENTER] [3, 4] to select “Recording Mode” and press

[3, 4]

to select the mode and press

[ENTER]

6 Press [2] to confirm.

5 Register titles and playlists for

transfer (dubbing).

≥If you are going to transfer (dub) a registered list without

making any changes to it (➡ 45, step 6).

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List” and press [1].

DUBBING

Cancel All

Dubbing Direction

HDD > DVD

Mode

Video High Speed

Create List

Start Dubbing

ENTER

SUB MENU

Press [3, 4]

3 Press the “Blue

“

Green

” button

Current Capacity: 4343MB

Dubbing list: 0MB

No. Size

New Entry (Total=0)

Page 01/01

Create a dubbing list.

Title Name

( 0%)

to select “New Entry” and press [ENTER].

” button

to select “Video” or press the

to select “Playlists”.

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4 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the titles or playlists and

press [ENTER].

≥When transferring (dubbing) to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-

Video format) or +R using high speed mode, only items

indicated with “ ” can be registered.

≥To select a multiple number of items together, press

[;] to add the check mark and press [ENTER] (➡ right, Multiple editing).

≥To show other pages (➡ right) ≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ right)

You can register a multiple number of titles and playlists on the transferring (dubbing) list by repeating steps

2–4

≥You cannot start transferring (dubbing) when the value of

the “Dubbing list” (➡ right) exceeds 100 %. (Destination capacity is not sufficient.)

5 Press [2] to confirm.

6 Press [3, 4] to select “Start

Dubbing” and press [ENTER].

Selecting the DVD drive speed

1Press [3] to highlight “DVD Drive Speed”.

2 Press [2, 1] to select “Top Speed Mode” or “

and press [4].

≥

Selecting “Silent Mode” means the noise generated by this unit is less than “ required for transferring (dubbing) will double (approximately).

Only when transferring (dubbing) to 5thigh speed recording

compatible DVD-RAM, 8thigh speed recording compatible DVD-R or 8thigh speed recording compatible +R in High speed mode

Top Speed Mode

Silent Mode

”, however the time

7 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER] to start transferring (dubbing).

Transferring (dubbing) list icons and functions

Transferring (dubbing) list icons

Titles and playlists that can be transferred (dubbed) in high speed mode to DVD-R, etc. (➡ 22)

Title with “One time only recording” restriction

Titles erased from the HDD by “One time only recording” restriction after transferring (dubbing).

Title or playlist contains still picture(s) ≥Still picture(s) cannot be transferred (dubbed).

Data size of each registered item

Current Capacity: 4343MB

Dubbing list: 0MB

Title Name

No. Size

New Entry (Total=0)

Page 01/01

Create a dubbing list.

”

To show other pages

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.

Multiple editing

Select with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [;]. (Repeat.) Press [ENTER] to register to the list.

≥A check mark appears. Press [;] again to cancel. ≥When you switch between the “Video” and “Playlists” tab, the

check mark is cancelled.

Dubbing list:

( 0%)

Data size recorded to the transfer (dubbing) destination ≥When transferring (dubbing) at normal

speed, the total data size will change according to the recording mode.

≥The total data size shown may be larger

than the sum of the data sizes for each registered item, because of data management information being written to the transfer (dubbing) destination, etc.

∫ To stop transferring (dubbing)

Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds. ≥If stopped partway, transferring (dubbing) will be up to that

point. However, in high speed mode, only titles that have completed transferring (dubbing) at the point stopped are transferred (dubbed). [Even if the title was not transferred (dubbed) to the DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R, the amount of remaining writable disc space becomes less.]

∫ To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫

Recording and playing while transferring (dubbing)

You can record and play using the HDD while high speed transferring (dubbing). Press [ENTER] to cancel the screen display.

≥To confirm the current progress

Press [STATUS].

[Note]

≥

You cannot perform chasing play or edit, etc. while transferring

(dubbing).

≥Scheduled recordings executed while transferring (dubbing) are

recorded to the HDD regardless of the recording drive settings.

≥You cannot play a playlist while transferring (dubbing) titles with

“One time only recording” restriction (➡ 43).

To play DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R on other players, it is necessary to finalize them after transfer (dubbing).

∫ To edit the transferring (dubbing) list

Select the item in step 5–4 (➡ left column) 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2Press [3, 4] to select the operation and press

[ENTER].

Erase All:

Erase all items registered on the transferring (dubbing) list. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

Add:

Add new items to the transferring (dubbing) list. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the playlists or titles to be added and press [ENTER].

Erase:

Erase the selected items. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. You can also erase multiple items (➡ above, Multiple editing).

Move:

Move selected items or change the order of items on the transferring (dubbing) list. Press [3, 4] to select the destination and press [ENTER].

To cancel all registered transferring (dubbing) setting and lists

After performing steps 1–2 (➡ 44, right column) 1Press [3, 4] to select “Cancel All” and press [ENTER]. 2Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. ≥The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations.

–When a title, still picture, etc. has been recorded or erased at the

transfer (dubbing) source

–When steps have been taken, for instance, to turn off the unit,

open the tray, change the transfer (dubbing) direction, etc.

Erase All

Add Erase Move

Transferring

(Dubbing)

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My favorite 01/02

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3 Chapter 4

Refer to the control reference on page 44.

Transferring (dubbing) a finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R

[DVD-V]

[HDD]

You can transfer (dub) the content of finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R etc to the HDD and re-edit. While playing a disc, the content being played is transferred (dubbed) to the HDD according to the set time.

≥Operations and on screen displays during transfer

(dubbing) are also recorded.

≥Almost all DVD-Video on sale have been treated to prevent

illegal copying, and cannot be transferred (dubbed).

≥The following cannot be transferred (dubbed): DVD-Audio,

Video CD, Audio CD and so on.

Preparation

≥Insert the finalized disc (➡ 30). ≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.

After performing steps 1–4 (“Format” is automatically set to “DVDVideo”) (➡ 44, right column)

5 Set “Time Limit”.

≥If you are not going to change the setting (➡ step 6).

∫ Setting the unit to transferring (dubbing)

according to the set time

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

≥Setting the unit to transferring (dubbing) all the content on the

disc

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Off” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [2] to confirm.

≥Setting the transferring (dubbing) time

3 Press [3, 4] to select “On” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Set time” and press [ENTER].

DUBBING

Cancel All

Dubbing Direction

Transferring

(Dubbing)

DVD > HDD

Mode

DVD-Video XP

Time Limit

Start Dubbing

ENTER

5 Press [2, 1] to select “Hour” and “Min.” and press

[3, 4] to set the recording time.

6 Press [ENTER]. 7 Press [2] to confirm.

≥Set a few minutes longer than the source title, in order to

include the operation time before play begins.

≥You can also set the recording time with the numbered

buttons.

Hour002

Min.

Set a few minutes longer

Press ENTER to change the setting.

6 Press [3, 4] to select “Start

Dubbing” and press [ENTER].

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] to start transferring (dubbing). The disc top menu is displayed. ≥Disc play automatically begins from title 1 when “First Title”

is selected from the “Playback will start with:” menu when finalizing the disc (➡ 52).

7 When the top menu is displayed

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title you want to start transferring (dubbing), and press [ENTER].

While playing in order, all the titles after the selected title are recorded until the set time. (After the last title on the disc has finished playing the top menu is recorded until the set time is reached.)

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To stop transferring (dubbing)

Press [∫]. You can also press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds to stop transferring (dubbing). ≥If stopped partway, transferring (dubbing) will be up to that point.

[Note]

≥The screen saver on the right is recorded at the

beginning.

≥The content is recorded as 1 title from the start of

transfer (dubbing) to the end.

≥If play does not begin automatically or if the top menu does not

display automatically, press [1] (PLAY) to start.

≥Even if you transfer (dub) a high quality video/audio DVD, the

original picture and audio quality cannot be exactly replicated.

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Recording from a video cassette recorder

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

VOLUME

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

IN 2

C H

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

OPEN/CLOSE

DRIVEVE

SELE CT

REC

TV/VIDEO

;

∫

DV IN

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

S VIDEO

DVD

2 3

VCR Plus+

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

PAU SE

ENTER

Info

ERASE

HDD

DVD S D

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

IN2

VIDEO

Yellow White Red

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

OPEN/CLOSE

L/MONO - AUDIO - R

FUNCTIONS

3,4,2,1 ENTER

DRI

SELECT

REC

1.3

This unit

INPUT SELECT

HDD, DVD

¥ REC

REC MODE

e.g.: Connecting other video equipment to the IN2 or DV input

terminals

You can also connect to the IN1or IN3 input terminals on the rear.

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

POWER

3 Start play on the other equipment. 4 When you want to start recording

Press [¥ REC].

Recording starts.

To skip unwanted parts

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

To stop recording

Press [∫].

Almost all videos and DVD software on sale have been treated to prevent illegal copying. Any software that has been so treated cannot be recorded using this unit.

≥Using Flexible Recording (➡ 22), you can save the content of a

video cassette (approx. 1–8 hours) to a 4.7 GB disc with the best possible quality of recording without wasting disc space.

DV automatic recording (DV AUTO RECORDING)

[HDD] [RAM] When the “DV AUTO RECORDING” function is used, programs are recorded as a title. At the same time chapters are created at each break in the images and the playlist is created automatically.

Preparation

1 Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the DV

equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal (➡ left column). 2 Turn on the main unit and DV equipment. 3 Pause play on the DV equipment at the point you want recording

to start. 4 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

DV cable (IEEE 1394, 4-pin)

S-Video

cable

Audio/Video cable

Other video equipment

Connect to Audio/Video output terminals.

If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural

Connect to L/MONO on the IN2 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 “Select Audio Channel for DV Input” in the SETUP menu (➡ 56). When recording from DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder), you can record audio/video recordings from DV tape only.

Manual recording

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

Preparation

≥Connect a video cassette recorder to this unit’s input terminals. ≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.

[Note]

When recording using this unit’s input terminals, only the sound received at the time of recording will be recorded. As long as the secondary audio that is recorded on the video cassette is not output on the unit in play, it is not recorded.

1 While stopped

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

e.g., If you have connected to IN2 input terminals, select “IN2”.

2 Press [REC MODE] to select the

recording mode.

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Other

Functions” and press [ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “DV AUTO

RECORDING” and press [ENTER].

4 Press [REC MODE] to select the

recording mode.

5 Press [2, 1] to select “Rec.” and

press [ENTER].

Recording starts.

When recording finishes

The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER] to finish DV automatic recording.

To stop recording

Press [∫].

Notes on DV automatic recording

≥Only one piece of DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder)

can be connected to the unit via the DV input terminal.

≥If you use video camcorders from other manufacturer’s these

are not guaranteed to work.

≥

It is not possible to operate the unit from the connected DV equipment.

≥The DV input on this unit is for use with DV equipment only. (It

cannot be connected to a computer, etc.)

≥The DV equipment name may not be shown correctly. ≥Depending on the DV equipment, the images or audio may not

be input properly.

≥The date and time information on the tape in the DV equipment

will not be recorded.

≥You cannot record and play simultaneously.

If the DV automatic recording function does not work properly, check the connections and DV equipment settings, and turn the unit off and back on.

If that does not work, follow the instructions for manual recording (➡ left column).

Transferring

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(Dubbing)

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Transferring (dubbing) still pictures

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

DUBBING

SD card

HDD

Source

Destination

Cancel All

Dubbing Direction

Mode

Create List

SD card > HDD

Picture

High Speed

DUBBING

Current Capacity: 4343MB

No. Size

Cancel All

Picture

Dubbing Direction

Picture/Folder

SD card > HDD

Title Name

New Entry (Total=0)

Folder

New folder

001 100__DVD 002 101__DVD 003 102__DVD

---

New folder

HDD

DVD

VCR Plus+

SLOW/SEARCH

PAU SE

ENTER

Info

ERASE

AUDIO

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

Numbered buttons

:,9

SUB MENU

;

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

2 3

[HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB

(➡ 9).

FUNCTIONS

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

You can register still pictures or still picture folders. ≥Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same

list.

DUBBING

Cancel All

Dubbing Direction

SD card > HDD

Mode

Picture

High Speed

Create List

Start Dubbing

ENTER

SUB MENU

Current Capacity: 4343MB

Picture/Folder

No. Size

New Entry (Total=0)

Page 01/01

Create a dubbing list.

Picture

Title Name

∫ To register individual still pictures

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List” and press [1].

Press [3, 4]

2 3 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a still picture and press

[ENTER]. ≥To select a multiple number of items together, press

[;] to add the check mark and press [ENTER] (➡ 49, Multiple editing)

≥To show other pages (➡ 49) ≥To select the still pictures in another folder (➡ 49) ≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ 49)

You can register a multiple number of still pictures on the transferring (dubbing) list by repeating steps

4 Press [2] to confirm.

to select “New Entry” and press [ENTER].

2–3

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Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list

≥You cannot transfer (dub) still pictures recorded on CD.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “DUBBING”

and press [ENTER].

≥If you are not going to change the registered list press [4]

several times (➡ step 6).

Transferring

(Dubbing)

3 Set the transfer (dubbing) direction.

≥If you are not going to change the dubbing direction, press

[4] (➡ step 4).

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Dubbing Direction” and press

[1].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Source” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].

Press [3, 4]

4 5 Press [3, 4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].

The same drive as the transfer (dubbing) source can be selected.

6 Press [2] to confirm.

4 Set the recording mode.

≥If you are not going to change the recording mode, press [4]

(➡ step 5).

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Mode” and press [1].

Press

2 3

Press

“Recording Mode” is automatically set to “High Speed”.

4 Press [2] to confirm.

5 Register still pictures for transfer

(dubbing).

≥If you are going to transfer (dub) a registered list without

making any changes to it (➡ step 6).

to select “Destination” and press [ENTER].

[3, 4] to select “Format” and press [ENTER] [3, 4] to select “Picture” and press [ENTER]

∫ To register on a folder by folder basis

1 Press [3, 4] to select “Create List” and press [1]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Picture/Folder” and press

[ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER]. 4

Press [3,4] to select “New Entry” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [3, 4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].

≥To select a multiple number of items together, press

[;] to add the check mark and press [ENTER] (➡ 49, Multiple editing).

≥To show other pages (➡ 49) ≥To switch to another higher folder (➡ 49) ≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ 49)

You can register a multiple number of folders on the transferring (dubbing) list by repeating steps 4–5.

6 Press [2] to confirm.

6 Press [3, 4] to select “Start

Dubbing” and press [ENTER].

≥For individual still pictures only

When specifying another folder as the transferring (dubbing) destination, select “Folder”.

7 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER] to start transferring (dubbing).

. .

To stop transferring (dubbing)

Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Page 49

To show other pages

Create List Select pictures

SD CARD

0001

Folder 103__DVD

0002 0003 0004

001 100__DVD 002 101__DVD 003 102__DVD

\DCIM\100__DVD

004 103__DVD

001 100__DVD 002 101__DVD 003 102__DVD

\DCIM\100__DVD

004 103__DVD

Select folder to access.

Press ENTER to confirm.

Select Folder

\DCIM

Copy All Pictures (JPEG)

Copy from

SD card

\DCIM

Copy to

HDD

\JPEG\DCIM001

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.

Multiple editing

Select with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [;]. (Repeat.) Press [ENTER] to register to the list. ≥A check mark appears. Press [;] again to cancel.

Transferring (dubbing) all the still pictures on a card—COPY ALL PICTURES

[SD] >

[HDD]

[RAM]

Preparation

Press [SD] to select the source drive.

∫ To edit the transferring (dubbing) list

Select the item in step 5–3 (for a still picture) or 5–5 (for a folder) (➡ 48, right column) 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the operation and press

[ENTER].

Erase All:

Erase all items registered on the transferring (dubbing) list. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

Add:

Add new items to the transferring (dubbing) list. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the still picture or folder to be added and press [ENTER].

Erase:

Erase the selected items. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. You can also erase multiple items (➡ above, Multiple editing).

To cancel all registered transferring (dubbing) settings and lists

After performing steps 1–2 (➡ 48, left column) 1 Press [3, 4] to select “Cancel All” and press [ENTER]. 2 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. ≥The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations.

–When a title or still picture has been recorded or erased at the

transfer (dubbing) source

–When steps have been taken, for instance, to turn off the unit,

remove the card, open the tray, change the transfer (dubbing) direction, etc.

Erase All

Add

Erase

∫ To select another folder

(➡ 9, Structure of folders displayed by this unit)

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

If you want to switch to another higher folder (➡ below)

2 Press [3, 4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].

You can also select folders with the numbered buttons. e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5]

15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

≥The still pictures of different folders cannot be registered on the

same list.

To switch to another higher folder

≥Only when selecting the source folder

If there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable, While the screen on the right appears 1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2Press [3, 4] to select “Select

Folder” and press [ENTER].

3Press [2, 1] to select the

higher folder and press [ENTER].

4Press [3, 4] to select the

desired folder and press [ENTER].

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Other

Functions” and press [ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “COPY ALL

PICTURES” and press [ENTER].

≥If there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable,

you can switch them using [2, 1].

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Copy to” and

press [2, 1] to select the drive.

5 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Copy”

and press [ENTER].

To stop transferring (dubbing)

Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

[Note]

≥When transferring (dubbing) the still pictures on a folder by

folder basis (➡ 48) or card by card basis (➡ above, COPY ALL PICTURES), files other than the still picture files inside the folder will also be transferred (dubbed). (This does not apply to the lower folders contained inside the folders.)

≥If still pictures are already contained inside the transfer

(dubbing) destination folder, the new still pictures are recorded following the existing still pictures.

≥If the space on the destination drive runs out or the number of

files/folders to be transferred (dubbed) exceeds the maximum (➡ 35), transferring (dubbing) will stop partway through.

≥When a name has not been input for the transfer (dubbing)

source folder, it is possible that this folder’s name will not be the same on the transfer (dubbing) destination. It is recommended that you input a folder name before transferring (dubbing) (➡ 42).

≥Print number setting (DPOF) is not transferred (dubbed). ≥The sequence in which the still pictures are registered on the

transfer (dubbing) list may not be the same at the transfer (dubbing) destination.

Transferring

(Dubbing)

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HDD, disc and card management

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

My favorite 01/02

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

HDD, DVD, SD

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

2 3

DVD

VCR Plus+

PAU SE

ENTER

ERASE

VOLUME

AUDI O

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

Info

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

FUNCTIONS

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] [SD]

≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB

(➡ 9).

Common procedures

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “Other

Functions” and press [ENTER].

FUNCTIONS

Playback

Schedule

DVD

DVD-RAM

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

EPG

TV GUIDE

SCHEDULE

VCR Plus+

Cartridge Protection Off Disc Protection Off

PLAYLISTS

FLEXIBLE RECORDING

DV AUTO RECORDING

SETUP

DISC MANAGEMENT

Setting the protection

[RAM]

Preparation

≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.

After performing steps 1–3 (➡ left)

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Disc

Protection” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

DISC

MANAGEMENT

DVD-RAM

ENTER

The lock symbol appears closed when the disc is writeprotected.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Cartridge-protection

For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge

≥With the write-protect tab in the protect position,

play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.

[SD]

Switch the write-protect switch to the “LOCK” position.

Titles 11 Used

0 : 22

Disc Name

Disc Protection

Erase All Titles

Format Disc

Free

5:38 (EP)

PROTECT

LOCK

Dubbing

ENTER

3 Press [3, 4] to select “DISC

MANAGEMENT” or “CARD MANAGEMENT” and press [ENTER].

functions

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e.g., [RAM]

DISC

MANAGEMENT

DVD-RAM

ENTER

≥When HDD has been selected, “Format” and “Erase All

Titles” are displayed.

≥When SD has been selected, “Format” only is displayed.

DUBBING

Other Functions

Erase All Titles

Titles 11 Used

0 : 22

Disc Name

Disc Protection

Format Disc

Return

Free

Off

5:38 (EP)

Providing a name for a disc

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

You can provide a name for each disc.

Preparation

≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. ≥[RAM] Release protection (➡ above).

After performing steps 1–3 (➡ left)

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Disc Name”

and press [ENTER].

➡ 53, Entering text

≥The disc name is displayed in the FUNCTIONS window. ≥With a finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, the

name is displayed on the Top Menu.

FUNCTIONS

DVD

DVD-RAM

Playback

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Documentary Cartridge Protecti Disc Protection O

PLAYLISTS

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Erasing all titles and playlists—Erase All Titles

[HDD] [RAM]

Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format

[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [-RW‹VR›] [SD]

Preparation

≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive. ≥Release protection (➡ 50).

After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 50)

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Erase All

Titles” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

6 Press [2, 1] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

A message appears when finished.

7 Press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

[Note]

≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be

restored. Make certain before proceeding.

≥Erasing all video titles will result in all playlists also being erased. ≥Still picture data (JPEG, TIFF) or computer data cannot be erased. ≥Erase does not work if one or more titles are protected.

Preparation

≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD] to select the drive. ≥Release protection (➡ 50).

[Note]

Formatting erases all contents (including computer data), and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before proceeding. The contents are erased when you format a disc or

card even if you have set protection.

After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 50)

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Format” or

“Format Disc” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

6 Press [2, 1] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

A message appears when formatting is finished.

[Note]

≥Formatting normally takes a few minutes; however, it may

take up to a maximum of 70 minutes ([RAM]).

≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while

formatting. This can render the disc or the card unusable.

7 Press [ENTER].

[Note]

≥When a disc or card has been formatted using this unit, it may not

be possible to use it on any other equipment.

≥Formatting cannot be performed on DVD-R, +R or CD-R/RW. ≥You can format DVD-RW only as DVD-Video format on this unit.

To stop formatting [RAM] Press [RETURN]. ≥You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc

must be reformatted if you do this.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

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HDD, disc and card management

Refer to the control reference on page 50.

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment

(Top Menu Style, Playback will start with:, Finalize)

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

Preparation

Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.

After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 50)

∫ Top Menu Style

You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVDVideo top menu after finalizing.

After finalizing ≥[-R] [+R] The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer

record or edit.

≥[-RW‹V›] You can record and edit the disc after formatting

(➡ 51) although it becomes play-only after finalizing.

≥When transferring (dubbing) in high speed, chapters will be

replicated.

≥Titles are divided into about 5-minute

–the titles were directly recorded to the disc. –the titles were transferred (dubbed) using any mode other than

the high speed mode.

This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode of recording.

≥There is a pause of several seconds between titles and

chapters during play.

chapters, if

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Top Menu

Style” and press [ENTER].

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

background and press [ENTER].

Top Menu Style

Display after finalizing

Thumbnail (Still picture)

≥You can change thumbnails displayed in the top menu. (➡ 39,

Change Thumbnail)

∫ Playback will start with:

You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing.

7 8

Title Name

6 Press [3, 4] to select “Playback will

start with:” and press [ENTER].

7 Press [3, 4] to select “Top Menu” or

“First Title” and press [ENTER].

Top Menu:The top menu appears first. First Title: The disc content is played without displaying the top menu.

[Note]

Chapters on a finalized disc do not appear as thumbnails in the disc’s top menu.

Before

finalizing

Disc display on this unit DVD-R

DVD- RW ( V )

Recording/Editing/Entering name Yes No

Play on other players No Yes

≥You cannot finalize discs recorded on other manufacturer’s

equipment.

≥If you finalize discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than

this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu Style” may not be displayed.

≥Discs finalized on this unit may not be playable on other players

due to the condition of the recording.

≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs.

http://www.panasonic.ca

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

After

finalizing

DVD-V

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∫ Finalize

Make selections from “Top Menu Style” and “Playback will start with:” above before finalizing the disc.

functions

8 Press [3, 4] to select “Finalize” and

press [ENTER].

9 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

10Press [2, 1] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

A message appears when finalizing is finished.

[Note]

≥You cannot cancel finalizing. ≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes. ≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while

finalizing. This will render the disc unusable.

11Press [ENTER].

[Note]

When finalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it may take longer than displayed on the confirmation screen (approximately four times).

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Entering text

HDD

DVD SSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

JKL

Title Name

12345

ABC a

DEF d

GH I g

678 90 bcij ef/l % hiﬂ $

Top Menu Preview (Finalized Disc)

1 2 3 4

Chapter 1

Chapter 1_

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [SD] You can give names to recorded titles, etc.

The maximum number of characters:

[Note]

If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens.

1 Show Enter Name screen.

AUDI O

SETUP

VCR Plus+

CM SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

F Rec

Numbered buttons

¢ CANCEL

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

:,9

CREATE

PAU SE

ENTER

Info

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

STATUS

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

SUB MENU

;

∫

STOP

SUB MENU

DUBBING

CHAPTER

[HDD] [RAM] Characters

Title 64

Playlist 64

Folder of still pictures 36

Disc ([RAM])64

[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Characters

Title 44

Disc 40

[SD] Characters

Folder of still pictures 36

Title

Select “Title Name” in step 5 on page 38.

Playlist

Select “Playlist Name” in step 5 on page 41.

Disc

Select “Disc Name” in step 4 of “Providing a name for a disc” on page 50.

Folder of still pictures

Select “Folder Name” in step 3 on page 42, “To edit still picture folders”.

Name field: shows the text you have entered

Title Name

Top Menu Preview (Finalized Disc)

;

Erase

Phrase Save

Phrase List

Set

ENTER

12345

ABC a

DEF d

GH INOg

JKL j M

PQRSp

TUV t

WXY Zw

678 90 bcij ef/l % hiﬂ $ klON@

qrs( ) uv{ } xyz

Space

;

]

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

character and press [ENTER].

Repeat this step to enter other characters.

≥To erase a character

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the character in the name field and press [;]. (The selected characters are erased.)

≥Using the numbered buttons to enter characters

e.g., entering the letter “R”

1 Press [7] to move to the

7th row.

2 Press [7] twice to

highlight “R”.

3 Press [ENTER].

≥To enter a space

Press [¢ CANCEL] and press [ENTER].

≥Save/recall phrases (➡ below)

7 7

PQR

TUV

3 Press [∫] (Set).

“Now writing.” appears then the screen returns to the Title view screen and so on.

To end partway

Press [RETURN]. Text is not saved.

∫ To save phrases

You can save frequently used phrases and recall them later. Maximum number of saved phrases: 20 Maximum number of characters per phrase: 20 After entering the phrase (step1–2) 1Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Phrase Save” and press

[ENTER]. ≥You can also press [9] to select “Phrase Save”.

2Press [2, 1] to select “Save” and press [ENTER].

≥Press [RETURN] to cancel.

∫ To recall a saved phrase

1Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Phrase List” and press

[ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:] to select “Phrase List”.

2Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the phrase to be recalled and

press [ENTER].

∫ To erase saved phrases

1Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Phrase List” and press

[ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:] to select “Phrase List”.

2Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the phrase to be erased. 3 Press [SUB MENU] to show “Erase Phrase” and press

[ENTER].

4Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER]. 5 Press [RETURN].

For your reference

If you enter a long name, only part of it is shown in the TOP MENU after finalization (➡ 52). When entering a title name, the name that will appear in the TOP MENU can be previewed in “Top Menu Preview (Finalized Disc)” window.

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Changing the unit’s settings

HDD

DVDSDSD

SUB ME NU

DUBBIN G

STOP

PAUSE

ENTER

RETURN

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

REC

REC MO DE

ERASE

DISPLAY

Set Channels Automatically

Channel

SETUP

TV Guide Settings

CableTV

Signal Source (RF IN)

DVD POWER

TV/VIDEO

INPUT SELECT

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

CREATE

DUBBING

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

POWER

DVD

2 3

PAU SE

ENTER

VCR Plus+

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

Info

ERASE

VOLUME

AUDIO

F Rec

SETUP

CM SKIP

RETURN

STATUS

PAG E

DISPLAY

PAG E

Í DVD POWER

Numbered buttons

¢ CANCEL

SETUP

3,4,2,1 ENTER

RETURN

Common procedures

1 While stopped

Press [SETUP].

Tabs Menus Options

2 Press [3, 4] to select the tab and

press [1].

3 Press [3, 4] to select the menu and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4] to select the option and

press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [SETUP].

Summary of settings

The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.

Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)

TV Guide Settings

Set the TV Guide On Screen

Signal Source (RF IN)

system.

§2

Select to suit the type of antenna you are using.

Set Channels Automatically§1 (➡ 57) Preset Channel Captions Manual Channel Captions

§2

(➡ 58)

§2

(➡ 58)

Off Timer

Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.

Remote Control Code (➡ 19) ≥Set Code 1 Clock Settings

Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.

Set Clock Automatically Set Clock Manually Adjust Time Zone

§1

(➡ 57)

§1

(➡ 17)

Restore Default Settings

This returns all values in the SETUP menus, except for the clock, channel settings, ratings level, and on-screen language, to the default settings.

Convenient

Channel

Setup

functions

§1

You need to set these menus only when you do not use TV Guide On ScreenTM system. These menus turn gray and become un-selectable after this unit downloads the television program list.

§2

You can set these menus only after “Set Channels Automatically” is completed.

(➡ 57)

[Note]

There may be differences in operation methods. If this happens, follow the on-screen instructions for the operation.

≥Antenna ≥CableTV

≥2 Hours ≥6 Hours ≥Off

≥Set Code 2 ≥Set Code 3

≥j1 ≥0

≥Ye s ≥No

≥i1

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Tab s Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)

Disc

Settings for Playback

Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.

Ratings

Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.

Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown. ≥Do not forget your password.

Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode

Select “Video Mode (Video On)” to play DVD-Video content on some DVD-Audio.

Audio Language

Subtitle Language

Menu Language

Settings for Recording

Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.

Recording Time in EP Mode

Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode ( recording times).

Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing

When high speed transferring (dubbing) a title to DVDR, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, it is necessary to turn this setting “On” before recording to HDD; however, the screen size, etc. is restricted (➡ right). We recommend turning the setting “Off” if high speed transfer (dubbing) to DVD-R, etc. is not necessary when recording a program.

Choose the language for audio, subtitle and disc menus. [DVD-V] ≥Some discs start in a certain

language despite any changes you make here.

≥Enter a code (➡ 69) with the

numbered buttons when you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”. When the selected language is not available on the disc, the default language is played. There are discs where you can only switch the language from the menu screen (➡ 31).

➡

21, Recording modes and approximate

≥8 No Limit ≥1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding

≥0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.

≥Unlock Recorder ≥Change Password ≥Change Level ≥Temporary Unlock

≥Video Mode (Video On):The setting returns to “Audio Mode

≥Audio Mode (Video Off)

≥English ≥Original: The original language of each disc will be selected. ≥Other ¢¢¢¢

≥Automatic

If the language selected for “Audio Language” is not available, subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on that disc.

≥English ≥French ≥Spanish ≥Other ¢¢¢¢

≥English

≥EP-Extended Play (6H):

≥EP-Extended Play (8H):

The sound quality is better when using “EP-Extended Play (6H)” than when using “EP-Extended Play (8H)”.

≥On: Makes high speed mode transferring (dubbing) to

≥Off

: All DVD-Video can be played.

ratings recorded on them.

(Video Off)” when you change the disc or turn the unit off.

≥French ≥Spanish

≥French ≥Spanish ≥Other ¢¢¢¢

You can record for 6 hours on an

unused 4.7 GB disc.

You can record for 8 hours on an

unused 4.7 GB disc.

DVD-R, etc. possible. Press [2, 1] to select “Yes”

and press [ENTER]. [“ ” appears in the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ 45).] –Pictures are saved in 4:3. –Select the type of audio in advance from “Select

MTS” (➡ 56).

Video

Still Mode

Select the type of picture shown when you pause play (➡ 68, Frames and fields).

Seamless Play

Select the play mode for playlist chapter segments.

Black Level Control

Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to the desired setting for picture enhancement.

Input Level

Adjusts the black level of the input signal.

Output Level (Composite/SVideo)

Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the VIDEO OUT and S-VIDEO OUT terminal.

Output Level (Component)

Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/P

B/PR) terminals.

≥Automatic ≥Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected.

≥Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen

≥On

≥Off: The points where chapters in playlists change are

≥Lighter ≥Darker

≥Lighter ≥Normal

(The picture is coarser.)

clearly when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is clearer and finer.)

: The chapters in playlists are played seamlessly. This

does not work when there are several audio types included on the playlist and when using Quick View. Additionally, the positioning of chapter segments may change slightly.

played accurately, but the picture may freeze for a moment.

≥Darker

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Changing the unit’s settings

Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)

Audio

Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only)

Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.

Select MTS

Select whether to record the main or secondary (SAP) audio type when:

–Recording or transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, DVD-RW

(DVD-Video format) and +R. –When “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” is set to “On” (➡ 22). –Recording or transferring (dubbing) sound in LPCM.

(➡ below, Audio for XP Recording).

Digital Audio Output

Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (➡ 15). ≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.

PCM Down Conversion

Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.

≥

Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the settings across if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.

Dolby Digital

DTS ≥Bitstream

Audio for XP Recording

Choose the audio type when recording or transferring (dubbing) with XP mode.

Select Audio Channel for DV Input

You can select the kind of audio when recording from the unit’s DV terminal (➡ 47).

Select how to output the signal, to output “Bitstream” so the connected equipment decodes the signal, or to decode on this unit and output the signal as “PCM” (2 channel).

[Note]

Not making the proper settings may result in noise, possibly damaging your hearing and speakers, and digital recording may not work properly.

≥On ≥Off

≥Main

You cannot select the audio on this unit when recording from an external source, such as when transferring (dubbing) from a video cassette recorder (except from DV equipment connected to this unit’s DV input terminal). Select on the other equipment. When recording from the unit’s DV terminal, select the type of audio recording from “Select Audio Channel for DV Input” (

≥

On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz. (Choose

≥Off: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. (Choose

≥Bitstream

≥PCM: When connecting to equipment not displaying the

≥Dolby Digital ≥LPCM (➡ 68)

–The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than

that of normal XP mode recordings.

–The audio recording becomes Dolby Digital even if you

selected LPCM when using a recording mode other than XP.

–When recording a MTS broadcast, select the type of audio in

advance from “Select MTS” (➡ above).

≥Stereo 1 ≥Stereo 2: Records added audio such as narration (L2, R2)

≥Mix: Records both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2.

When recording a MTS broadcast, to a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVDVideo format) or +R, or recording in LPCM audio, select the type of audio in advance from “Select MTS” (➡ above).

≥Secondary Audio Program (SAP)

when the connected equipment cannot process signals with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)

when the connected equipment can process signals with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)

: When connecting to equipment displaying the

Dolby Digital logo.

: When connecting to equipment displaying the DTS

logo.

DTS logo.

(➡ 68)

: Records audio (L1, R1).

subsequent to original recording.

➡

below).

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Display

TV Screen

Status Messages

Choose whether to show status messages automatically.

On-screen Language

Choose the language for these menus and on-screen messages.

Blue Background

Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the blue background when reception is weak.

Front Display

Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.

TV Type (➡ 18) Set to match the type of television connected.

4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video

Select how a DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 standard aspect television.

4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM

Select how a DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 standard aspect television.

≥Automatic ≥Off

≥English

–Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On ScreenTM system

regardless of the settings. Other languages cannot be displayed.

≥On

≥Bright ≥Automatic:

The display turns dark during play, and reappears momentarily if a button is pressed. When the unit is turned off all displays disappear. While using this mode the standby power consumption can be reduced.

4:3 TV ≥Aspect 4:3 & 480i

16:9 Widescreen TV

≥Aspect 16:9 & 480i ≥Aspect 16:9 & 480p

≥Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit)

Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan (unless prohibited by the producer of the disc).

≥Letterbox (Shrink to fit):

Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style.

≥4:3: Titles played as recorded. ≥Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit):

≥Letterbox (Shrink to fit): Video recorded for a widescreen

≥Español ≥Français

≥Off

≥Dim

≥Aspect 4:3 & 480p

Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan.

is played in the letterbox style.

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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not used

IN2I N 2

CHC H

HDD

DVD SD

S VIDEOS VIDEO

VIDEOVIDEO

L/MONOL/MONO-AUDIOAUDIO-R

OPEN/CLOSEOPEN/CLOSE

DRID RI VEV E

SELECT SE LE CT

RECRE C

1.3

DVD V ININ

X CH W

Channel

SETUP

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Set Clock Automatically

Auto Clock Setting is complete.

4/4/2005 12:15 AM

DST.............. On

Time Zone..... CST

SETUP

Setup

Disc

Adjust Time Zone

Channel

Refer to the control reference on page 54.

Preparation:

If the television program list has already been downloaded, return the unit to the factory preset condition using the steps indicated below.

When the unit is on and stopped

1 Press and hold [X CH] and [W CH] on the main unit for about five

seconds.

The unit turns off.

2 Press [Í DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. 3 Complete the TV Guide On Screen

is pressed after the “Watch TV” message screen is displayed).

system setup (until [ENTER]

[Note]

You can set scheduled recording only manually after you set the unit with “Set Channels Automatically”.

Auto channel/clock settings

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

press [1].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Set Channels

Automatically” and press [ENTER].

4 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

5 Press [ENTER].

Auto Channel Setting starts. This takes a few minutes. The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is displayed when finished.

≥The unit configures channels according to the Signal Source

(RF IN) settings as follows.

Signal Source

(RF IN)

Antenna

CableTV

VHF 2–13

UHF 14–69

VHF 2–13

CATV LOW BAND 95–99

CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14–36

CATV HYPER BAND 37–65

ULTRA BAND

SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1

Band Channel

66–94

100–125

Adjust Time Zone

Adjust the time zone (j1 or i1) if it was not set correctly with auto clock setting. You cannot change this setting if you set the clock manually.

1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Setup” and

≥DST, Daylight Saving Time, shows the summertime setting. ≥TIME ZONE shows the time difference from Greenwich

Mean Time (GMT).

EST (Eastern Standard Time) l GMT j5 CST (Central Standard Time) l GMT j6 MST (Mountain Standard Time) l GMT j7 PST (Pacific Standard Time) l GMT j8 AST (Alaska Standard Time) l GMT j9 HST (Hawaii Standard Time) l GMT j10 For other areas: xx hr

≥If the Auto Clock Setting does not start automatically, select

“Clock Settings” from the “Setup” tab and then select “Set Clock Automatically”.

≥If the time was not set correctly, use manual clock setting

(➡ 17) or adjust time zone.

6 Press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [SETUP].

To cancel partway while Auto Channel/Clock Setting is taking place

Press [RETURN].

To set so the television program list is not displayed automatically when you turn the unit on

➡ 29, “Review Options” menu–Selecting the TV Guide On Screen

system start up pattern

press [1].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Clock

Settings” and press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Adjust Time

Zone” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [3, 4] to select “s1” or “r1”

and press [ENTER].

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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not used

Refer to the control reference on page 54.

Channel captions

You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself. The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is displayed and in the Direct Navigator screen. ≥You can set channel captions only after “Set Channels Automatically” is completed (➡ 57).

1 Press [SETUP].

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

TV Guide Settings

Signal Source (RF IN) Set Channels Automatically

Channel Captions

Preset Channel Captions

Manual Channel Captions

CableTV

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

Preset Channel Captions

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Preset

Channel Captions” and press [ENTER].

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

Preset Channel Captions

Caption

GLOB

ABC

PBS

ENTER

CBS

Channel Number

---

4 Press [3, 4] to select the caption and

press [1].

You can choose from the following captions. ABC, PBS, CBS, CNN, FOX, ESPN, NBC, HBO, A&E, AMC, FAM, MAX, MTV, SHOW, TBS, USA, TNT, CBC, UPN, CTV, WB, TSN, DSC, GLOB ≥When selecting the caption, press and hold [3, 4] to scroll

up and down the screen.

5 Press [3, 4] to select the channel

functions

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corresponding to the caption and press [2].

≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if

captions have not been added manually.

≥To delete the channel number, press [¢ CANCEL].

Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter other channels.

Manual Channel Captions

3 Press [3, 4] to select “Manual

Channel Captions” and press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4] to select the channel

and press [1].

≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if

preset captions have not been added.

5 Press [3, 4] to select the first

character and press [1].

≥You can choose from the following characters:

A–Z, 0–9, -, &, !, /, (space)

≥To delete the caption, press [¢ CANCEL]. ≥Repeat this step to enter the other characters.

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

Manual Channel Captions

Channel Number

6 8

12 23

ENTER

Caption

----

AAAA

----

6 Press [2, 1] to return to the “Channel

Number” column.

Repeat steps 4–6 to enter other channels.

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7 Press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [SETUP].

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Messages

On the television Page

Cannot finish recording completely.

Cannot play. ≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). — Cannot record on the disc. ≥The disc may be dirty or scratched. 5 Unable to format. Please check the disc. Cannot play back on this DVD-

Recorder. Cannot record. Disc is full. ≥[HDD] [RAM] Create space by erasing any unnecessary titles. Cannot record. The number of titles has exceeded the

maximum limit.

Error has occurred. Please press ENTER.

No disc ≥The disc may be upside down. — No folders. ≥There is no compatible folder in this unit. 9 No SD Card No valid SD card.

There is not enough free space on dubbing destination.

Please change the disc.

This is a non-recordable disc. ≥The unit cannot record on the disc you inserted. Insert a DVD-RAM or unfinalized DVD-R, This disc is not formatted

properly.

≥The program was copy-protected. ≥The HDD or disc may be full. ≥The maximum number of times you can record the program is exceeded.

≥You tried to play a non-compatible image. ≥Turn the unit off and re-insert the card.

[Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R or +R, there is no increase in disc space. Available disc space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded title is erased.]

≥Use a new disc. ≥Press [ENTER] to start recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while it is recovering

(“SELF CHECK” appears on the unit’s display).

≥The card is not inserted. If this message is displayed with a compatible card already

inserted, turn off the unit, remove and then re-insert the card.

≥The card inserted is not compatible or the card format does not match. ≥Create space by erasing any unnecessary items.

≥Erase one or more items registered on the transfer (dubbing) list to ensure that the

“Current capacity” is not exceeded.

≥

There may be a problem with the disc. Press [<OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to remove

it and check it for scratches or dirt. (The unit turns off automatically after you open the tray.)

DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R.

≥You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM or DVD-RW. ≥The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. —

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32, 39, 51

— —

32, 35, 39,

42, 51 45, 49

8, 9

On the unit’s display

The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use.

CHK REMOTE 

(“∑” stands for a number.)

HARD ERR ≥If there is no change after turning the unit on and off, consult the dealer where the unit was

HDD SLP ≥In order to extend HDD life, the HDD is in SLEEP mode. Press [HDD] to activate. 4 NO READ ≥The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot record, play, or edit.

PLEASE WAIT ≥Displayed when the unit is started. This is not a malfunction.

SELF CHECK ≥There was something unusual detected with the disc while recording, playing or

UNFORMAT ≥You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM or a DVD-RW that is unformatted or recorded on

UNSUPPORT ≥You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play or record on. 8, 9 U59 ≥The unit is hot.

U99 ≥The unit fails to operate properly. Press [POWER Í/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to

H or F ≥There is something unusual. (The service number displayed after H and F depends on the

R:

(e.g., R44:00)

≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the

remote control.

Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at the same time for more than 2 seconds.

purchased.

≥You have used a DVD lens cleaner and it has finished. Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the

main unit to eject the disc.

≥The unit is carrying out its recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while “PLEASE

WAIT” is displayed.

transferring(dubbing), there was a power failure or the AC plug was disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to normal operation. The unit is not broken. Wait until the message disappears.

other equipment.

The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the message disappears. Select a position with good ventilation when installing the unit. Do not block the cooling fan on the rear of the unit.

standby. Now press [POWER Í/I] on the main unit again to turn the unit on.

unit’s condition.)

≥Check the unit using the troubleshooting guide. If the service number does not disappear,

do the following.

1. Disconnect the plug from the AC outlet, wait a few seconds, then reconnect it.

2. Press [POWER Í/I] to turn the power on. (The unit may be fixed.) If the service number does not disappear despite doing the above, request service from the dealer. Inform the dealer of the service number when requesting service.

≥The unit is showing you the remaining time on the HDD or the disc. (This does not indicate

a malfunction.) In the display across the letter “R” means “Remain” and the numbers mean remaining time (hours:minutes).

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Frequently asked questions

Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations.

Set up Page

What equipment is necessary to play multi channel surround sound?

≥ DVD-Video:

You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital and a DTS decoder.

≥DVD-Audio:

This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel surround sound.

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Are the headphones and speakers directly connected to the unit?

Is my television progressive output compatible?

The television has both S VIDEO IN terminal and COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals. Which should I connect with?

Disc

Can I play DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and Video CDs bought in another country?

Can a DVD-Video that does not have a region number be played?

Please tell me about DVD-R, DVDRW, +R and +RW compatibility with this unit.

Please tell me about CD-R and CDRW compatibility with this unit.

≥You cannot directly connect them to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, etc. 15

≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult the

manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

≥We recommend the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal. Component signal outputs the

color difference signals (P high fidelity in reproducing colors. If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture can be output because this unit’s component video output terminal outputs a progressive output signal.

≥You can play them if the video standard is NTSC. ≥However, you cannot play DVD-Video if their region number does not include “1” or

“ALL”. Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.

≥The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. You cannot

play discs that do not have a region number. You also cannot play discs that do not conform to a standard.

≥This unit records and plays DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, and plays

DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) and +RW.

≥This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R

discs.

≥This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs which have been recorded in one of the following

standards: CD-DA, Video CD, MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). Close the session or finalize the disc after recording. This unit can recognize up to 99 folders (groups) and 999 files (tracks) on a disc with MP3 or still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).

≥You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.

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

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Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD?

Can DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R recorded on this unit be played on other equipment?

Can I record digital audio signals using this unit?

Can a digital audio signal from this unit be recorded to other equipment?

Reference

Can I switch to SAP during recording?

Can I high speed transfer (dub) to a disc?

≥Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected; therefore,

recording is usually not possible.

≥You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on

this unit. However, depending on the condition of the recording, the quality of the disc and capabilities of the DVD player, play may not be possible.

≥You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on this unit are for output

only. (The audio recorded from a digital video camcorder using the DV automatic recording function, for example, is recorded digitally.)

≥You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the “Digital Audio

Output” settings to the following from the SETUP menu. –PCM Down Conversion On –Dolby Digital PCM –DTS PCM However, only –As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted. –As long as the recording equipment is compatible with a sampling frequency of 48

kHz.

≥You cannot record MP3 signals.

≥With HDD and DVD-RAM, you can, and the audio recorded also changes. Just press

[AUDIO].

≥With DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R you cannot. Change before recording

with “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu.

≥When using a high speed recording compatible disc, you can transfer (dub) a one hour

program to: –DVD-R or +R in approximately 56 seconds –DVD-RAM in approximately 1.5 minutes –DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) in approximately 1.9 minutes

Quickest possible time.

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TV Guide On ScreenTM system Page

Does the TV Guide On ScreenTM system work with analog and digital cable TV boxes?

≥Yes. The TV Guide On ScreenTM system works with both analog and digital cable TV

boxes.

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I have relocated, changed my television reception system or cable TV box etc. How should I redo the TV Guide On Screen

system

setup?

Please tell me about the downloading of television program list data.

Why doesn’t my favorite program have more information in the information window or expanded information window?

What kind of information might be seen in the MESSAGES screen?

Can I record one channel while watching another?

≥Select “Change system settings” in “SETUP” in the Navigation menu of the TV Guide

On Screen TV Guide On Screen

system. If you select “No, repeat setup process”, you can then access the

system setup screen. You can also access the setup screen

from “TV Guide Settings” in the SETUP menu.

≥Channel line-up data is transmitted continuously, 24 hours a day–7 days a week. ≥Program information that contains details about each program is usually transmitted

four times a day, and the cycles last approximately 3 hours. The TV Guide On Screen system only requires one transmission a day to maintain up-to-date program listings. Because the unit must be turned off in order to receive new information, multiple transmissions are conveniently scheduled early to mid-morning and during the early afternoon hours.

≥The hardware that makes TV Guide On Screen

system possible is a computer chip which has limited storage space. Factors used in determining which programs display detailed program information are the number of channels turned “ON” in the CHANNEL EDITOR screen and the availability of the descriptions. Setting channels that cannot be received to “OFF” in the CHANNEL EDITOR screen may increase the amount of information displayed.

≥Useful Product Related Information (PRI) such as alerting the user to new features or

data available through the TV Guide On Screen

system. This feature may not be

active in all viewing areas.

If you do not connect a cable TV box ≥Yes. Change the television’s input mode to “TV”. If you connect a cable TV box ≥No. The user cannot watch one program and record another.

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If I have a power failure, will I need to reset the scheduled recording of programs I have already set?

I do not want TV Guide On Screen

system to automatically appear on screen.

I do not want to use TV Guide On

Screen

system.

≥In most cases the scheduled recording of programs will be saved. However, if an

extended power failure occurs, it is strongly recommended that you verify the scheduled recording of programs that you had previously set. Press [SCHEDULE] to display the SCHEDULE screen.

≥Select “Off” in “Review options” menu, so that TV Guide On Screen

system appears

only when you press [TV GUIDE].

≥Set the unit with “Set Channels Automatically” in the SETUP menu. Note that you can

set scheduled recording only manually after you set the unit with “Set Channels Automatically”.

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Product information” on page 69.

The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:

≥Regular disc rotating sounds. ≥Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions. ≥Image disturbance during search. ≥Interruptions in reception due to periodic satellite broadcasting

breaks.

≥A sound is heard when the HDD goes into SLEEP mode, or

operations are slow to respond in SLEEP mode.

To reset this unit Page

To return the channel settings and clock to the factory preset (No setting)

To return all the settings other than the main ones to the factory preset

To reset the ratings level settings

To restore the unit if it freezes due to one of the safety devices being activated

Power

No power. ≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC outlet. 12, 13 The unit switches to standby

mode.

≥Press and hold [CH W] and [X CH] on the main unit for about 5 seconds.

(Current channel line-up and television program list are cleared.)

≥Select “Yes” in “Restore Default Settings” in the SETUP menu.

This returns all values in the SETUP menus, except for the clock, channel settings, ratings level, and on-screen language, to the default settings.

≥While the disc tray is open, press [DVD] then press and hold [¥ REC] and [1](PLAY/a1.3)

on the main unit at the same time for 5 or more seconds.

≥Press and hold [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for 10 seconds. (The settings remain.) —

≥

This is a power saving feature. It can be changed if desired using “Off Timer” in the SETUP menu.

≥One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [POWER Í/I] on the main unit to turn the

unit on.

≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a

Panasonic disc.)

≥The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated.

(Press and hold [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for 10 seconds.)

≥When the HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode

(➡ 4), or the unit is turned on or off, there may be an unexpected sound. This does not indicate a problem with this unit.

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Displays

The display is dim. ≥Change “Front Display” in the SETUP menu. 56 “12:00A” is flashing on the

unit’s display.

Compared to the actual recorded time, the elapsed time displayed is less.

The time recorded on the disc and the available time shown do not add up. The play time shown for MP3 does not agree with the actual time.

“SELF CHECK” is displayed and the disc cannot be ejected.

TV screen and video

Television reception worsens after connecting the unit.

Status messages do not appear.

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The blue background does not appear.

The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right.

Screen size is wrong. There is a lot of after-image

when playing video. When playing DVD-Video using

progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up.

≥After setting the TV Guide On Screen

flashing “12:00A” will change to the current time.)

≥If the unit's display does not change to the current time even after waiting, we recommend

that you set the clock using “Set Clock Manually”.

≥If you do not want to use the TV Guide On Screen

Automatically”.

≥The displayed recording/play time is converted from the number of frames at 29.97 frames

(equal to 0.999 seconds) to one second. There will be a slight difference between the time displayed and the actual elapsed time (e.g., actual one-hour elapsed time may display as approximately 59 minutes 56 seconds). This does not affect the recording.

≥Times shown may disagree with actual times. ≥Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last

recorded title is erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.

≥Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R or +R, there is no increase in disc space. ≥More disc space than the actual recording time is used after recording or editing the DVD-R

or +R 200 times or more.

≥While searching, the elapsed time may not display correctly. ≥The unit is carrying out the recovery process. Do the following to eject the disc.

1Press [POWERÍ/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.

If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for about 10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.

2 While the unit is off, press and hold [∫] and [CH W] on the main unit at the same time for

about 5 seconds. Remove the disc.

≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment.

It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers. If it is not solved by using a signal booster, consult the dealer.

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≥Select “On” in “Blue Background” in the SETUP menu. 56

≥Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, set

“Progressive” in the Video menu to “Off”.

≥Check the settings for “TV Type”, “4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video” or “4:3 TV Settings for

DVD-RAM” in the SETUP menu.

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≥Set “Progressive” in the Video menu to “Off”. This problem is caused by the editing method or

material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.

system, wait until the clock is downloaded. (The

system, set the clock with “Set Clock

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There is no apparent change in picture quality when adjusted with the Video menu in the onscreen menus.

The images from this unit do not appear on the television.

Picture is distorted.

The channels keep changing. ≥When the unit is turned off, it uses the IR Blaster to scan the cable TV box channels and

Sound

No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type.

Cannot switch audio. ≥You cannot switch the audio in the following cases.

≥The effect is less perceivable with some types of video. —

≥Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT

terminal or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on this unit.

≥Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct. ≥Progressive output is set to on but the connected television is not progressive compatible.

Press and hold [∫] and [1](PLAY/a1.3) on the main unit at the same time for more than 5 seconds to cancel this setting. The setting will change to interlace.

acquire the TV program list data. To watch a cable TV box program (even if not recording) turn the unit back on.

≥Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the

amplifier if you have connected one.

≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. ≥Turn off V.S.S. in the following cases.

–When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs. –When playing MTS broadcast programs.

≥The disc may have a restriction on the method of audio output. If “D.MIX” does not appear in

the display when playing multi-channel DVD-Audio, only audio for the two front channels will be output. Refer to the disc’s jacket. [DVD-A]

–When a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R disc is in the disc tray while DVD drive

is selected. –When the recording mode is XP and “Audio for XP Recording” is set to “LPCM”. –When “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” is set to “On”.

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When connecting an amplifier using an optical digital cable, you cannot switch the audio if

“Dolby Digital” is set to “Bitstream”. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables.

≥There are discs for which audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.

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Cannot operate the television. The remote control doesn’t work.

The unit is on but cannot be operated.

HDD activation is slow. ≥The HDD is in SLEEP mode. (“HDD SLP” appears in the unit’s display.) 4 Cannot eject disc. ≥The unit is recording.

Startup is slow. ≥Startup takes time in the following situations.

Takes time to read DVD-RAM. ≥It may take time to read a disc if it is being used for the first time in this unit or it has not been

≥

Change the manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the

code.

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The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control.

≥The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. ≥You are not pointing the remote control at the main unit’s remote control signal sensor during

operation.

≥Colored glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission. ≥Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight

exposure.

≥It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries. ≥It may be necessary to set the manufacturer code again after changing the batteries.

≥Recording drive or playback drive has not been selected properly. ≥Some operations may be prohibited by the disc. ≥The unit is hot (“U59” appears on the display). Wait for “U59” to disappear. ≥One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.

Reset the unit as follows: 1 Press [POWER Í/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.

If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for about 10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby. Alternatively, disconnect the AC power supply cord, wait one minute, then reconnect it.

2 Press [POWER Í/I] on the main unit to switch it on. If the unit still cannot be operated,

consult the dealer.

≥The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [∫] and [CH W] on the

main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.

–A disc other than a DVD-RAM is inserted. –The clock is not set. –Immediately after a power failure or the AC power supply cord is connected.

used for a long time.

Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at the same time for more than 2 seconds.

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Cannot record. ≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the

Cannot record from external equipment.

Scheduled recording does not work properly.

VCR Plusr system does not work properly.

Scheduled recording does not stop even when [∫] is pressed.

The scheduled program remains even after recording finishes.

A part or whole of a recorded title has been lost.

The program name and the recorded title do not match.

Cannot transfer (dub) to a DVDR, etc. disc using the high speed mode.

When transferring (dubbing), it takes a long time even when high speed mode is selected.

An unusually loud sound is coming from the rotating DVDR, etc.

The DV automatic recording function does not work.

There is no picture on the television during scheduled recording.

TV Guide On Screen

Although initial setup for the TV Guide On Screen

system

system was completed hours ago, television program list does not display when [TV GUIDE] is pressed.

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“Cable code -INCOMPLETE-” appears in the TV Guide On

Screen

system setup.

unit can record onto.

≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [RAM] [-RW‹V›] ≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DISC

MANAGEMENT.

≥Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded. (CPRM) ≥You cannot record when there is not enough space or when the number of titles has reached

its limit. Erase unwanted titles or use a new disc.

≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or DVD-RW (DVD

Video Recording format) discs.

≥Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, you may be unable to

record onto them if you either insert and remove the disc or switch the unit on and off while a disc is loaded, a total of fifty times.

≥A DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R recorded on this unit may not be recordable

on other Panasonic DVD Recorders.

≥Check that the connection is correct. ≥Select the input channel (“IN1”, “IN2”, “IN3” or “DV”) for the equipment you have connected .

≥The scheduled program is incorrect or different scheduled program times overlap. Correct the

program.

≥The scheduled program may be deleted if there is an interruption to the power. ≥VCR Plusr system works only after this unit downloads the television program list.

≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. Recording stops. —

≥The scheduled program remains unless set to “Once”. 24, 25

≥If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while

recording or editing, the title may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable. You will have to format the disc ([HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›]) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost titles or discs.

≥There was a program change after scheduled recording was set but the recorded title still has

the old program name.

≥When recording to the HDD, set “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” to “On” in the SETUP menu. 22

≥Use a disc that is compatible with high speed recording. Even if the disc is high speed

recording compatible, the maximum speed may not be possible due to the condition of the disc.

≥It takes longer than normal to transfer (dub) many titles. ≥You cannot high speed transfer (dub) to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, titles

longer than 6 hours when using other Panasonic DVD Recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 hour) mode recording.

≥When recording or high speed transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video

format) and +R, the sound of the disc rotating may be louder than normal; however, this is not a problem.

≥If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and DV

equipment settings.

≥You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television. ≥Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV

equipment are not successive.

≥Depending on the equipment, the DV automatic recording may not operate properly. ≥You can only record audio/video images on a DV tape.

≥Scheduled recordings are activated regardless of whether the unit is turned on/off. Turn on

the power to confirm the contents of the scheduled recording.

≥Leave the unit turned off for at least 24 hours. ≥

Initial setup was done incorrectly. (e.g, The user entered the wrong country, postal code or cable TV box information.) Select “Change system settings” menu and verify the data entered during initial setup. If the settings are wrong, set up the TV Guide On Screen

system again.

≥Check the connection and set up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system again.

If you connect a cable TV box –the output terminal of the cable TV box is connected to this unit’s RF IN or IN3 terminal –the IR Blaster is correctly connected and installed –the cable TV box is turned on If you do not connect a cable TV box –the antenna cable is connected to this unit’s RF IN terminal

≥The television program list was temporarily unavailable in your area (Wait another 24 hours

or Redo setup).

≥The television program list is not available in your area. Set the unit using “Set Channels

Automatically”. Note that you can only manually set scheduled recording after you set the unit using “Set Channels Automatically”.

≥Consult your service provider if you are using a cable TV box. ≥The TV Guide On Screen

system may not be able to receive the program list data if

reception is poor. This may be improved by using a booster. Consult your dealer.

≥The unit cannot find the correct IR code for the cable TV box. Consult your service provider. —

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As soon as the unit is turned on, and when you try to start scheduled recording, the TV Guide On Screen

system

≥Even if you do not want to use the TV Guide On ScreenTM system, you need to complete the

TV Guide On Screen

system setup (until you have to press [ENTER] after the “Watch TV”

message screen is displayed). It will not be displayed after this point.

setup begins. Some or all of the channels

display “No Listing”

≥For a newly installed unit, the TV Guide On Screen

enough time to download the initial data. This procedure can only occur when the unit is in

system may not have been given

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standby mode for a period of 24 hours. (During this time, do not turn on the unit as the download will be interrupted.) Once the procedure takes place the phrase “No Listing” will be replaced with program information.

≥The channel(s) in question was (were) recently turned “ON” (in the CHANNEL EDITOR

screen); however, TV Guide On Screen

system has yet to receive channel data for this

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channel. Leave the unit in standby mode.

≥Immediately after beginning use there are several days of blank listings. You can display the

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television program list for up to the next 8 days without any blank listings by downloading program lists continuously over several days.

≥The unit was left turned on for an extended period of time and the TV Guide On Screen

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system was unable to receive television program list data. Press [Í DVD POWER] to set the unit in standby mode when not in use.

≥During the data download the station from which data is downloaded had an unscheduled

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power outage.

≥

If using an off-air antenna, marginally poor reception can cause some of the data to be missed.

≥If using a cable TV box, it was accidentally turned off. In installations using a cable TV box,

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the box must be left on continuously.

Cannot receive some channels displayed on the television program list.

≥Cable TV subscribers receive channel data for all available channels your cable TV provider

offers. In order to view all the channels, you’d also have to subscribe to all the channels. If you are connected to an off-air antenna the channel data you receive often represents a

viewing area larger than you would typically be able to receive. Your location, the type of TV antenna you are using and your distance from each station’s transmitting antenna will all determine which channels are viewable from your location. Once you’ve determined which channels can be received, all others can be removed from the television program list. Set these channels to “OFF” in the CHANNEL EDITOR screen.

Some off-air or cable channels are not listed on the television program list and even on the CHANNEL EDITOR screen.

≥Presently, the TV Guide On Screen

broadcast area. As a result, channels are selected primarily on a “majority rules” basis. Channels with the highest potential viewership are given top priority.

≥Data for local programming which is not provided to TV Guide’s data distribution network

system does not list all channels in any given

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would also not be available.

The program highlighted doesn’t match up with the video window on the TV screen.

The unit doesn’t change channels or it changes to the wrong channel.

Some channels are listed on the wrong number.

Two stations are received on certain channels; morning and evening programs differ.

≥The data entered during the initial setup was incorrect or the channel line-up you selected

was incorrect. Select “Change system settings” menu and verify the data entered during initial setup. If the settings are wrong, set up the TV Guide On Screen

≥The station in question may have made recent program schedule changes and the TV Guide

On Screen

system has not yet been updated.

system again.

≥Data entered into the initial setup screen was done incorrectly. (e.g., The user entered the

wrong postal code or selected the incorrect channel line-up.) Select “Change system settings” menu and verify the data entered during initial setup. If the settings are wrong, set up the TV Guide On Screen

system again.

≥The cable company has not yet informed industry sources of their channel line-up changes.

Use the CHANNEL EDITOR feature to make adjustments.

≥Such situations occur more frequently on cable TV. “Split” channels occur when the cable

provider may not have an adequate number of open channels and chooses to switch the channel line to better suit the subscribers’ viewing habits. When a “Split” channel occurs,

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program data for only one channel is usually provided.

Cable TV box doesn’t change channels with TV Guide On

Screen

system.

≥The incorrect cable TV box brand code was selected during the initial setup. Select “Change

system settings” menu and verify the data entered during initial setup. If the setting is wrong, set up the TV Guide On Screen

≥

The user has incorrectly connected or positioned the IR Blaster. Please reconnect or reposition it.

≥

The cable TV box has no remote capability and is incompatible. Consult your service provider.

system again.

≥The user has an “after market” brand cable TV box which may be incompatible. Consult your

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service provider.

Cannot record a program. The screen remains snowy or blue.

If you do not connect a cable TV box

≥The unit was not hooked up correctly. Please reconnect it. ≥The user selected the incorrect channel lineup. Select “Change system settings” menu and

verify the data entered during initial setup. If the setting is wrong, set up the TV Guide On

Screen

system again.

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If you connect a cable TV box ≥The unit is not set to the correct output channel. Select “Change system settings” menu and

verify the data entered during initial setup. If the setting is wrong, redo setup correctly choosing 03, 04 or whichever output channel is set by your cable system.

≥The unit and/or cable TV box is hooked up incorrectly. Please reconnect it, or contact the

cable company for proper wiring procedure.

≥The cable TV box was left OFF. The user should always leave the cable TV box turned on

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and the unit turned off (when not in use).

The SCHEDULE screen only shows the channel number of the program instead of the

≥The time slot and channel for the scheduled program may not have yet received listings

information. Once updated information is received the program name will appear in the SCHEDULE screen.

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Play fails to start even when [1] (PLAY) is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately.

Audio and video momentarily pause.

DVD-Video is not played. ≥You have set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play. Change this setting. 55 Alternative soundtrack and

subtitles cannot be selected.

No subtitles. ≥When progressive output is on, closed captions cannot be displayed.

Angle cannot be changed. ≥Angles can only be changed during scenes where different angles are recorded. — You have forgotten your ratings

password. You want to cancel the ratings level.

Quick View does not work. ≥This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.

The resume play function does not work.

≥Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. ≥The disc is dirty. ≥You tried to play a blank disc or disc unplayable on this unit. ≥You tried to play a +RW that needs to be finalized on the equipment used for recording. ≥You may be able to transfer (dub) a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to DVD-

RAM using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection.

≥When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players

that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use EP (6H) mode.

≥You cannot play discs during DV automatic recording. ≥This occurs between playlist chapters.

≥This occurs between chapters and with par tially deleted titles on finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW

(DVD-Video format) and +R that have been transferred (dubbed) using the high speed mode.

≥This occurs as scenes change during Quick View.

≥The languages are not recorded on the disc. ≥You may not be able to use the on-screen menus to change the soundtrack and subtitles on

some discs. Use the disc’s menus to make changes.

≥Subtitles are not recorded on the disc. ≥Turn the subtitles on. Set “Subtitle” on the on-screen menu to “On”.

≥The ratings level returns to the factory preset. While the disc tray is open, press [DVD] then

press and hold [¥ REC] and [1] (PLAY) on the main unit at the same time for 5 or more seconds (“INIT” will appear on the unit’s display).

≥[HDD] [RAM] This does not work when recording is in XP or FR mode. ≥This function only works when “PLAY” is flashing on the unit display.

≥Memorized positions are canceled when the unit is turned off or when the tray is opened. The

memorized position on the playlist is also canceled when the playlist and title are edited.

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Cannot format. ≥The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Cannot create chapters.

Cannot mark the start point or the end point during “Shorten Title” operation.

Cannot erase chapters. ≥When the chapter is too short to erase, use “Combine Chapters” to make the chapter longer. 39 The available recording time

doesn’t increase even after erasing recordings on the disc.

Cannot create a playlist. ≥You cannot select all the chapters at once in a title if the title also includes still pictures. Select

Still pictures

Cannot display Direct Navigator screen.

Cannot edit or format a card. ≥Release the card’s protection setting. (With some cards, the “Write Protection Off” message

The contents of the card cannot be read.

Transferring (dubbing), erasing and setting protection takes a long time.

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Scheduled recording began in the middle of editing a still picture.

≥You tried formatting a disc that you may not be able to use in this unit. ≥The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it off or remove the

disc. The information is not written if there is an interruption to the power before this.

≥These operations are not possible with still pictures. ≥You cannot set points if they are too close to each other. You cannot set an end point before a

start point.

≥Available recording space on the DVD-R and +R does not increase even after erasing

previously recorded titles.

≥Disc space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded title is

erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.

them individually.

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sometimes appears on the screen even when protection has been set.)

≥The card format is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the card may be damaged.)

Format using FAT 12 or FAT 16 with other equipment or format the card with this unit.

≥The card contains a folder structure and/or file extensions that are not compatible with this

unit.

≥Turn off and then turn on the unit again. ≥When there are a lot of folders and files, it may sometimes take a few hours.

≥When repeating transferring (dubbing) or erasing, it may sometimes take a long time. Format

the disc or card.

≥If it comes to the time scheduled for recording, the recording may start even though you are

editing.

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Specifications

Recordable discs:

DVD - R AM: Ve r. 2 .0

Ver. 2.1/3k–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver. 2.2/5k–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0

DVD-R: For General Ver. 2.0

For General Ver. 2.0/4k–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0

For General Ver. 2.x/8

–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0

DVD-RW: Ver. 1.1

Ver. 1.1/2k–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 1.0 Ver. 1. 2 / 4k–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0

+R: Ver. 1.0

Ver. 1. 1 Ver. 1. 2

Recording system:

DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format

DVD-R: DVD-Video format

DVD-RW: DVD-Video format

Internal HDD Capacity: 200 GB

Recording time:

≥Maximum 8 hours (using 4.7 GB disc)

XP: Approx. 1 hour LP: Approx. 4 hours

SP: Approx. 2 hours EP: Approx. 6 hours or 8 hours

≥Maximum approx. 355 hours with 200 GB HDD (EP 8H mode)

XP: Approx. 44 hours LP: Approx. 177 hours

SP: Approx. 89 hours EP: Approx. 266 hours or 355 hours

Playable discs:

DVD-RAM DVD- RW

DVD-R +R

+RW

DVD-Video DVD-Audio

CD-Audio (CD-DA) Video CD

CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA, Video CD, MP3, JPEG formatted discs)

Optical pick-up:

System with 1 lens, 2 integration units (662 nm wavelength for DVDs, 795 nm wavelength for CDs)

LASER Specification

Class I LASER Product

Wave Length: 795 nm (CDs)

662 nm (DVDs)

Laser Power: No hazardous radiation is emitted with

the safety protection

Television system

TV system: NTSC system, 525 lines, 60 fields

Antenna reception input:

TV Channel: 2 ch–69 ch CATV Channel: 1 ch–125 ch

RF converter output: Not provided

Video system

Recording system: MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR) Input: LINE (pin jack) a3, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠

S connector a3 Y:1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠

C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠

Output: LINE (pin jack) a2, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠

S connector a2 Y:1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠

C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠

Component video output:

Y, P

B, PR a1 Y: 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠

(480p/480i) P

B: 0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠ R: 0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠

Audio system

Recording system: Dolby Digital (2ch), Linear PCM (XP

mode 2ch)

Analog Input: LINE (pin jack) a3

Reference input: 309 mVrms FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB) Input impedance: 47 k≠

Analog Output: LINE (pin jack) a2

Reference output: 309 mVrms FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB) Output impedance: 1 k≠ (Load impedance: 10 k≠)

Number of channels: Recording: 2 channels

Playback: 2 channels

Digital Output: Digital audio optical output connector a1

(PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS)

SD Card Slot

Still Picture (JPEG,

SD Memory Card Slot: 1 pc

TIFF) Compatible media

SD Memory Card

Includes miniSDTM cards. (A miniSDTM adaptor needs to be inserted.)

, MultiMediaCard

Format FAT1 2 , FAT16 Image file format: JPEG conforming to DCF (Design rule for

Camera File system) TIFF (Uncompressed RGB chunky), DPOF Compatible Sub sampling; 4:2:2 or 4:2:0

Number of pixels: between 34 a 34 and 6144 a 4096 pixels Thawing time: Approx. 7 sec (2 M pixels)

SD Card Slot: 1 pc DV input: IEEE 1394 Standard, 4 Pin: 1 pc G-LINK Terminal: only use the included IR Blaster

Regional Code: ‚ 1 Clock unit: Quar tz-controlled 12-hour digital display Operating temperature range: 5 oC to 40 oC (41 oF to 104 oF) Operating humidity range: 10 % to 80 % RH (no condensation)

Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption: Approx. 31 W Dimensions (WkHkD): Approx. 430 mmk63 mmk350.5 mm

(Approx.1615/16qk

21/2qk

1313/16q

)

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

MODEL NUMBER DMR-EH60

SERIAL NUMBER

Mass: Approx. 4.5 kg (9.92 lbs)

Power consumption in standby mode:

approx. 13.7 W

[Note]

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate.

≥Useable capacity will be less (SD Memory Card).

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE _______________________________ DEALER NAME ____________________________________ DEALER ADDRESS _________________________________

__________________________________________________

TELEPHONE NUMBER ______________________________

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Glossary

Bitstream

This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.

CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)

CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRM compatible recorders and discs.

Decoder

A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.

Dolby Digital

This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method. When recording on this unit Dolby Digital (2 channel) is the default audio.

Down-mixing

This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on some discs into two channels. It is useful when you want to listen to the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through your television’s speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then only output the front two channels.

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)

DPOF is the standard printing format for still picture data taken by a digital camera, etc. It is used for automatic printing at a photo developing store or on your home printer.

Drive

In the instance of this unit, this refers to the hard disk (HDD), disc (DVD) and SD card (SD). These perform the reading and writing of data.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are possible.

Dynamic range

Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of sound before distortion occurs. Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap between the loudest and softest sounds. This means you can listen at low volumes but still hear dialog clearly.

EPG (Electronic Program Guide)

This is a system used to display the television program list on televisions, computers and cellular phones. Data is transmitted using the internet or television waves. This unit is compatible with the method using television waves. You can use the television program list for functions such as scheduled recording.

Film and video

DVD-Video are recorded using either film or video. This unit can determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable method of progressive output. Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture film generally being 24 frames per second. Video is 60 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).

Finalize

A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize

Reference

DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R on this unit. After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit. However, finalized DVD-RW can be formatted to become recordable.

Folder

This is a place on the hard disk or memory card where groups of data are stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) are stored.

Formatting

Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment. You can format the HDD, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format) and SD memory card on this unit. Formatting irrevocably erases all contents.

Frames and fields

Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.

Frame Field Field

≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but

picture quality is generally better.

≥A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but

there is no blurring.

HDD (Hard disk drive)

This is a mass data storage device used in computers, etc. A disk with a surface that has been treated with magnetic fluid is spun and a magnetic head is brought in close proximity to facilitate the reading and writing of large amounts of data at high speed.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras, etc., the data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

LPCM (Linear PCM)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs. LPCM sound is available when recording in XP mode.

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)

An audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of audio quality. You can play MP3 you have recorded onto CD-R and CD-RW.

Pan&Scan/Letterbox

In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be viewed on a widescreen television (16:9 aspect ratio), so images often don’t fit regular (4:3 aspect ratio) televisions. Two styles of picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.

Pan&Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fills

the screen.

Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and

bottom of the picture so the picture itself appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9.

Playback control (PBC)

If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus. (This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 1.1.)

Progressive/Interlace

NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. This is called 480p. Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.

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Protection

You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or erasure protection.

Sampling frequency

Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the original sound.

Thumbnail

This refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display multiple pictures in the form of a list.

TIFF (Tag Image File Format)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures, a common format for storing high quality images on digital cameras and other devices.

Language code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons.

Abkhazian: 6566 Afar: 6565 Afrikaans: 6570 Albanian: 8381 Ameharic: 6577 Arabic: 6582 Armenian: 7289 Assamese: 6583 Aymara: 6589 Azerbaijani: 6590 Bashkir: 6665 Basque: 6985 Bengali; Bangla:

Bhutani: 6890 Bihari: 6672 Breton: 6682 Bulgarian: 6671 Burmese: 7789 Byelorussian: 6669 Cambodian: 7577

Catalan: 6765 Chinese: 9072 Corsican: 6779 Croatian: 7282 Czech: 6783 Danish: 6865 Dutch: 7876 English: 6978 Esperanto: 6979 Estonian: 6984 Faroese: 7079 Fiji: 7074 Finnish: 7073

6678

French: 7082 Frisian: 7089 Galician: 7176 Georgian: 7565 German: 6869 Greek: 6976 Greenlandic: 7576 Guarani: 7178

Gujarati: 7185 Hausa: 7265 Hebrew: 7387 Hindi: 7273 Hungarian: 7285 Icelandic: 7383 Indonesian: 7378 Interlingua: 7365 Irish: 7165 Italian: 7384 Japanese: 7465 Javanese: 7487 Kannada: 7578 Kashmiri: 7583 Kazakh: 7575 Kirghiz: 7589 Korean: 7579 Kurdish: 7585 Laotian: 7679 Latin: 7665 Latvian, Lettish:7686

Lingala: 7678 Lithuanian: 7684 Macedonian: 7775 Malagasy: 7771 Malay: 7783 Malayalam: 7776 Maltese: 7784 Maori: 7773 Marathi: 7782 Moldavian: 7779 Mongolian: 7778 Nauru: 7865 Nepali: 7869 Norwegian: 7879 Oriya: 7982 Pashto, Pushto:8083 Persian: 7065 Polish: 8076 Portuguese: 8084 Punjabi: 8065 Quechua: 8185

Rhaeto-Romance:

8277 Romanian: 8279 Russian: 8285 Samoan: 8377 Sanskrit: 8365 Scots Gaelic: 7168 Serbian: 8382 Serbo-Croatian:8372 Shona: 8378 Sindhi: 8368 Singhalese: 8373 Slovak: 8375 Slovenian: 8376 Somali: 8379 Spanish: 6983 Sundanese: 8385 Swahili: 8387 Swedish: 8386 Tagalog: 8476 Tajik: 8471

Tamil: 8465 Tatar: 8484 Telugu: 8469 Thai: 8472 Tibetan: 6679 Tigrinya: 8473 Tonga: 8479 Turkish: 8482 Turkmen: 8475 Twi: 8487 Ukrainian: 8575 Urdu: 8582 Uzbek: 8590 Vietnamese: 8673 Volapük: 8679 Welsh: 6789 Wolof: 8779 Xhosa: 8872 Yiddish: 7473 Yoruba: 8979 Zulu: 9085

Product Service

1. Damage requiring service— The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized

servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parts— When par ts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same

characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:

Contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

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Limited Warranty

Panasonic Canada Inc.

PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

Technics Audio Product One (1) year, parts and labour Panasonic Audio & DVD Product One (1) year, parts and labour Accessories including rechargeable batteries Ninety (90) days

In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICE FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: (905) 624-5505

1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505 Fax #: (905) 238-2360 Email link: “Contact Us” on www.panasonic.ca

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca :

Link : “Servicentres

Panasonic Factory Service:

locator” under “Customer support”

Richmond British Columbia Panasonic Canada Inc. 12111 Riverside Way Richmond BC V6W 1K8 Tel: (604) 278-4211 Fax: (604) 278-5627

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

Mississauga Ontario Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga ON L4W 2T3 Tel: (905) 624-8447 Fax: (905) 238-2418

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Index

Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Audio

Attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Receiving, recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Change Thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Channel

Adjusting, hiding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Auto Channel Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Captions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

CHANNEL EDITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 38

Chasing playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Cleaning

Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Clock setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 57

CM Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Connection

Amplifier, system component . . . . . 15

Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13, 15

Cable TV box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

DV input terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

IN2 input terminals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

IR Blaster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Television. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13, 14

Video cassette recorder

Copy (playlist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

CPRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Create Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 39

Create playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Dialog Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Direct Navigator. . . . . . . . . . 30, 34, 38, 42

Divide Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

DPOF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 68

DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R. . . . . 8–9

Enabling discs to be played on other

equipment—Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Erase

All titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 39, 41

Folder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 41

Still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 39

. . . 12, 13, 14, 47

Favorite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 68

Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 68

FR (Flexible Recording Mode) . . . . . . . . 21

FUNCTIONS window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

JPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 68

Language

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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

Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 55

LPCM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 68

MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

On-screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Mode

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Still Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

MPEG-DNR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Name

Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Noise reduction (NR)

Integrated DNR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

MPEG-DNR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Line-in NR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

One Touch Transfer (dubbing) . . . . . . . 44

On-screen

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

PCM Down Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Progressive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 68

Properties

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Protection

Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Quick View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Ratings level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Recording

DV automatic recording. . . . . . . . . . .47

Flexible Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Relief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Scheduled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24–27

Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing. . . . . . . . .55

Relief Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Remote control code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Restore Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Resume play function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Scheduled recording. . . . . . . . . . . . .24–27

SD card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 9

SETUP menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Shorten Titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Signal Source (RF IN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Simultaneous rec and play. . . . . . . . . . .23

Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Still pictures

Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Transferring (dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

TIFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35, 69

Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 32

Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Transfer (dubbing)

Still picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Title/play list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

TV Guide On Screen

TV Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

VCR Plusi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

V.S.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

. . . . . . . . .16, 24, 28

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

“DTS” and “DTS 2.0 i Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

U.S. patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098, and 4,907,093.

MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

www.panasonic.ca

C 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Printed in Singapore

≥SD logo is a trademark. ≥Portions of this product are protected under copyright law and are

provided under license by ARIS/SOLANA/4C.

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

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