Panasonic DMR-ES15 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No.

The illustration shows the model for Australia and N.Z.

For Australia and N.Z.

DMR-ES15

Region number supported by this unit

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

For Australia and N.Z.

• The region number of this unit is “4”.

• The unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing “4” or “ALL”.

Example:

For Asia

• The region number of this unit is “3”.

• The unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing “3” or “ALL”.

Example:

For Middle East and South Africa

• The region number of this unit is “2”.

• The unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing “2” or “ALL”.

Example:

ALL

Getting startedRecordingPlaying backEditingCopyingConvenient

ALL

Dear customer

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

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

functions

Reference

GN GC GCA GCS

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

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.

CAUTION!

• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

For Australia and N.Z.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

For Asia, Middle East and South Africa

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

(For Middle East and South Africa)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

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

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

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE

LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

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Fuse (5 ampere)

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Table of contents

Getting started

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

The remote control information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

STEP 1 Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

STEP 2 Channel reception and TV aspect settings . . . .11

Set up to match your television and remote control. . .12

Recording

Important notes for recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . 15

Disc Insertion/Ejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Recording television programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

To specify a time to stop recording –One Touch Recording . . 17

Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Using G-CODE system to make timer recordings. . . . . . . . . . . 18

Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

To cancel recording when recording has already begun . . . . 20

To release the programme from recording standby . . . . . . . . 20

Notes on timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing back

Playing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures

(JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Selecting file type to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playing MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . 24

To select other folder (group) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Useful functions during still picture play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Regarding DivX VOD content. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Regarding MP3, DivX and still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status

message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Status message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Editing

Deleting titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using DELETE Navigator to delete titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Deleting titles during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Editing and playing playlists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Copying

Copying from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . . . 34

DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Manual recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

DV Auto Rec

Convenient functions

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

DVD Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Providing a name for a disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Deleting all titles and playlists –Delete all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Deleting all the contents of a disc –Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first

–Auto-Play Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment –Finalize . . . 37

Creating Top Menu –Create Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Enabling the second layer on DL (dual- or double- layer on single

side) discs to be recordable –Close First Layer . . . . . . . . . . 37

Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Resetting channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

TV System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Set the clock manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Reference

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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

Caution for AC Mains Lead/Table of contents/Included accessories

Included accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of February 2006. These may be subject to change.)

For Australia and N.Z. For Asia, Middle East

1 Remote control

(EUR7659YA0)

For Australia and N.Z. For Asia For Middle East and South Africa

1 AC mains lead 1 AC mains lead

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

and South Africa

1 Remote control

(EUR7659YB0)

2 Batteries

for remote control

For Saudi Arabia

2 AC mains leads

1 Audio/video cable 2 RF coaxial cables

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Disc information

Discs you can use for recording and play

Disc type

Indication in these instructions by

Logo

DVD-RAM DVD-R

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

Before

RAM

finalization

DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V DVD-V

After

finalization

DVD- R DL 1

(dual layer on

single side)

Before

finalization

After

finalization

DVD-RW

Before

finalization

After

finalization

+R 2 +R DL 1

(double layer

on single side)

Before

finalization

After

finalization

Before

finalization

After

finalization

+RW

–––– –––– ––––

Recording format (Ô below)

Re-writable 3

What you can do on this unit

VR DVD-Video DVD-Video DVD-Video +VR +VR +VR

×× ××

Recording broadcasts that

ЧЧЧЧЧЧ

allow one copy

Recording both M1 and M2 of bilingual

ЧЧЧЧЧЧ

broadcasts

Recording 16:9 aspect picture

Creating playlists

Compatibility

ЧЧЧЧЧЧ

Usable high speed recording

Up to 5x Up to 16x Up to 4x Up to 6x Up to 16x Up to 2.4x

Up to 4x 6

disc type 5

Play on other players

Only on DVD-

RAM

compatible

players. (It is

not possible to

finalize the

Only on compatible players after finalizing the disc (Ô page 37)

(It is not possible to finalize the

disc.)

: Can do, ×: Cannot do

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

• You may not be able to record depending on the condition of the discs and you may not be able to play due to the condition of the recording.

• For the recording time, refer to “Recording modes and approximate recording times” on page 15.

• You cannot record programmes that allow “One time only recording” to CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this unit. You can record other programmes as DVD-Video format.

1 You cannot continue a recording from the first layer to the second layer on dual- or double-layer discs. To record onto the second layer, you

must first close the first layer using the “Close First Layer” item in DVD Management (Ô page 37). You will no longer be able to record to the first layer after you do this (Ô page 14). When playing a title recorded on both layers, video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers.

2 You may not be able to use +R recorded on this unit in another Panasonic DVD recorder and vice versa. Once the disc is finalized, however,

it can be played in the other unit. 3 The amount of the recordable disc space doesn’t increase even if the programme is deleted when you use a one time recording disc. 4CPRM (Ô page 50) compatible discs only. 5 This unit can use the high-speed recording discs shown in the chart, but using them will not shorten the recording time. 6 You can play 8x recording speed discs recorded on another equipment. 7 Play on DVD-R DL compatible equipment. 8 Play on +R DL compatible equipment.

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Regarding recording format

VR (DVD Video Recording) format

This is a recording method which allows you to freely 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 CPRM compatible DVD-RAM on this unit.

• Play is only possible on a compatible DVD player.

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.

• You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on this unit.

+VR (+R/+RW Video Recording) format

This is method for recording moving pictures to +R/+RW discs. You can play back such discs recorded in this method in a similar way as contents recorded in the DVD-Video format.

• Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be recorded.

• After finalizing the disc or creating the top menu, you can play the disc on DVD players and other equipment.

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Play-only discs

Disc type

Indication in these instructions

Logo

Instructions

Disc type

Indication in these instructions

Logo

Instructions

• 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.

1 Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording.

Regarding DVD-Audio

Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing (Ô page 50) of all or part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. Tracks that are prevented from being down-mixed will not be played properly on this unit (e.g. audio is played from the front two channels only). Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.

DVD- Video DVD-Aud io DVD- RW (VR format)

DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR)

High quality movie and music discs

Audio CD Video CD DVD-R CD

Music and audio recorded (including

CD-R/RW1)

High fidelity music discs

• Played on this unit in 2 channels.

Music and video recorded (including CD-R/RW1)

DVD-RW recorded on another DVD Recorder 1

• You can play programmes that allow “One time only recording” if they have been recorded to a CPRM compatible disc.

• By formatting (Ô page 36) the disc, you can record to it in DVD-Video format.

• It may be necessary to finalize the disc on the equipment used for recording.

VCD

DVD -R

DivX MP3 DivX JPEG

1 with DivX

––––

CD-R/RW Still pictures (JPEG and TIFF)

1 with MP3/DivX/

Disc information

Discs that cannot be played

• 2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm

• 3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring

• DVD-R recorded by VR format

• DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL recorded on another unit and not finalized (Ô page 50).

For Middle East and South Africa

• DVD-Video with a region number other than “2” or “ALL”

For Asia

For Australia and N.Z.

“4” or “ALL”

•Blu-ray

• DVD-ROM, +R (8 cm), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD, CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, etc.

DVD-Video with a region number other than “3” or “ALL”

DVD-Video with a region number other than

Types of disc for the type of connected TV

When you use the discs recorded either PAL or NTSC, refer to this table. ( : Possible to view, ×: Impossible to view)

TV type Disc Yes/No

Multi-system TV

NTSC TV

PAL TV

2 If you select “NTSC” in “TV System” (Ô page 43), the picture

may be clearer. 3 Select “NTSC” in “TV System” (Ô page 43). 4 If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals

the picture will not be shown correctly.

PA L

NTSC

PA L ×

NTSC

PA L

NTSC

4 (PAL60)

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The remote control information

n Batteries

• Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.

• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use different types at the same time.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not take apart or short circuit.

• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire. Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

R6/LR6, AA

Disc handling

n How to hold a disc

Do not touch the recorded surface.

n Concerning non-cartridge discs

Be careful about scratches and dirt.

n If there is dirt or condensation on the disc

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

n Use

Remote control signal sensor

7 m directly in front of the unit

(The illustration shows the model for Australia and N.Z.)

• 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. (This may cause disc warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)

• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

• Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

• Do not drop stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them.

• Do not use the following discs: – Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels

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

as heart shapes.

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• Do not place in the following areas: – In direct sunlight. – In very dusty or humid areas. – Near a heater.

n Handling precautions

• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)

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.

– 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.

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 (RP-CL720E) about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.

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

The heat can damage the unit.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc

and the unit.

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Control reference guide

Remote control

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

7 8

9 bk

bl bm

br bs

bt ck

cm cn co

cp cq cr

1 Turn the unit on (Ô page 11) 2 Select channels and title numbers etc./Enter numbers 3 Cancel 4 Basic operations for recording and play 5 Skip the specified time (Ô page 23) 6 Show Direct Navigator/Top menu (Ô page 22, 24, 30) 7 Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (Ô page 11, 23) 8 Show sub menu (Ô page 25, 30, 33) 9 Show on-screen menu (Ô page 27) bk Manual tuning operation (Ô page 42) bl Select Audio (Ô page 22) bm Start recording (Ô page 16) bn Change recording mode (Ô page 16) bo Transmit the remote control signal bp Television operations (Ô page 13) bq Channel select (Ô page 16) br Input select (AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4 or DV) bs Show G-CODE screen (Ô page 18)

For Australia and N.Z.

bt Skip 30 seconds forward (Ô page 23) ck Show timer recording programme screen (Ô page 19) cl Show FUNCTIONS window (Ô page 12, 28) cm Return to previous screen cn Create chapter (Ô page 23) co Show status messages (Ô page 28) cp Delete items (Ô page 29) cq Start Flexible Recording (Ô page 17) cr Recording function

Main unit

13542 7 bk

Opening the front panel

Press down on the part with your finger.

1 Standby/on switch (8) (Ô page 11)

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. To save power, unplug it from the household mains socket.

2 Disc tray (Ô page 16) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder (Ô page 34) 4 Connection for camcorder etc. (Ô page 34) 5 Channel select (Ô page 16)

The unit’s display

DV IN

AV3

6 Open/close disc tray (Ô page 16) 7 Display (Ô below) 8 Stop (Ô page 16, 23) 9 Start play (Ô page 22) bk Remote control signal sensor bl Start recording (Ô page 16)/

Specify the time to stop recording (Ô page 17)

The remote control information/Disc handling/Unit care/Control reference guide

6 8 9 bl

354

1 Disc indicator

• This indicator lights up when a disc that is supported by this unit is inserted.

2 Timer recording indicator 3 Main display section 4 Playing indicator 5 Recording indicator

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STEP 1 Connection

Make sure to use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables

Use the pair of supplied RF coaxial cables only when you make connections to the unit through the RF IN and RF OUT terminals. Striping may appear and disrupt images on the TV if you use different cables for connection.

• Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

• Select the connection pattern that matches your environment from patterns A-B. Confirm connections not listed below with your dealer.

For Middle East and South Africa

BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE CONNECTION.

Connecting a television

To household mains socket

For Australia and N.Z.

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

For Asia, Middle East and South Africa

To the aerial

Aerial

Television’s rear panel

cable

RF coaxial cable

(included)

VHF/UHF

RF IN

RF coaxial cable

(included)

Audio/Video cable

(included)

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

R L

Red White Yellow

AC mains lead (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

For Middle East and South Africa

• Use the AC mains lead that matches the socket for the area you live in.

For Saudi Arabia

Other connections (Ô page 10)

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz)

Red White Yellow

This unit’s rear panel

Connecting to a television with 21-pin Scart terminal

You can also connect with the AV1 terminal on this unit using the 21-pin Scart cable. If your television is equipped with RGB input capability, by connecting with a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable you can see video using RGB output on this unit.

Required setting

“AV1 Output” in the Setup menu (Ô page 40)

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Connecting a television and VCR

To household mains socket

For Australia and N.Z.

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

For Asia, Middle East and South Africa

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz)

To the aerial

RF coaxial cable

Television’s rear panel

VHF/UHF

RF IN

(included)

Aerial cable

RF coaxial cable

(included)

Audio/Video cable

(included)

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

R L

Red White Yellow

AC mains lead (included)

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

For Middle East and South Africa

• Use the AC mains lead that matches the socket for the area you live in.

For Saudi Arabia

Other connections (Ô page 10)

This unit’s rear panel

Connect the unit directly to the television

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

Te le v is i on

STEP 1 Connection

Te le v is i on

AUDIO OUT

VHF/UHF RF OUT

RF IN

VCR’s rear panel

Connecting to a television with 21-pin Scart terminal

Required setting

“AV1 Output” in the Setup menu (Ô page 40)

Connecting to a VCR with 21-pin Scart terminal

You can also connect with the AV2 terminal on this unit using the 21-pin Scart cable.

Required setting

“AV2 Input” in the Setup menu (Ô page 40)

R L

VIDEO

OUT

This unit

VCR

This unit

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STEP 1 Connection

Other connections

Connecting a television with S VIDEO terminals

Television’s rear panel

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

R L

Red White

VIDEO

S VIDEO

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

Audio/Video cable

(included)

Red White

S Video cable

This unit’s rear panel

Connecting a television with COMPONENT VIDEO terminals

Television’s rear panel

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Video cable

Audio/Video cable

(included)

R L

Red White

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output (Ô page 50) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.

• Connect to terminals of the same colour.

If you connect a CRT (cathode ray tube) television

Use component output with progressive “Off” (Factory setting, Ô page 40), even if it is progressive compatible, because progressive output can cause some flickering. This is the same for multi system televisions using PAL mode.

CRT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Progressive output

This unit

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

This unit’s rear panel

Connecting an amplifier or system component

n Connecting an amplifier with a digital input

terminal

• To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders.

Required setting

“Digital Audio Output” in the Setup menu (Ô page 40)

• Before purchasing an optical digital audio cable, check the terminal shape of the connected equipment.

• You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD.

• Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when playing DVD-Audio.

Amplifier’s rear panel

OPTICAL IN

Optical digital audio cable

Do not bend this cable sharply.

Insert fully, with this side facing up.

n Connecting a stereo amplifier

Amplifier’s rear panel

AUDIO IN

R L

Red White

Audio cable

Red White

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STEP 2 Channel reception and TV aspect settings

3 Select an item with [w,q] and press

[e,r] to change the settings.

This is a 24-hour clock. The items change as follows:

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

Hour Minute Second Day Month Year

You can also use the numbered buttons for setting. Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy (Ô page 44). (Monthly accuracy +/– 15 seconds.)

^ DVD

4 Press [ENTER] when you have

finished the settings.

TV aspect setting screen appears.

Numbered

buttons

SELECT

ENTER

5 Press [e,r] to select the TV aspect

and press [ENTER].

• 16:9: 16:9 widescreen television

• 4:3: 4:3 standard aspect television

RAM

DVD-V

e,r,w,q

ENTER

RETURN

• Letterbox: 4:3 standard aspect television Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style (Ô page 50).

TV Aspect

16:9 WIDE TV

4:3 TV

RETURN

16:9

4:3

Letterbox

Even if it records and plays, the aspect does not change.

Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan (unless prohibited by the producer of the disc) (Ô page 50).

1 Turn on the television and select the

appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.

2 Press [^ DVD] to turn the unit on.

For Australia and N.Z.

The Country setting menu appears on the television.

Country

Australia

New Zealand

Others

If your favourite channel is not received after selecting this, please start Auto-Setup

SELECT

Restart from Setup.

ENTER

RETURN

RETURN : leave ENTER : access

Press [e,r] to select the country and press [ENTER].

• Pre-set channels are set when you select “Australia” in the Country setting menu. Auto-Setup does not start. The Clock setting menu appears on the display (Ô step 3). If your favourite channel is not received after selecting “Australia”, perform “Automatic setting” (Ô page 43).

Auto-Setup starts. This takes about 5 minutes.

Auto-Setup

To stop partway

Press [RETURN].

n To confirm that stations have been tuned

correctly (Ô page 42)

n Resetting channel setting (Ô page 42)

STEP 1 Connection/STEP 2 Channel reception and TV aspect settings

Auto-Setup in progress. Please wait. RETURN : to cancel

RETURN

Auto-Setup is complete when you see the Clock setting menu.

Clock

Time Date

Number 0 9

Please set clock manually.

CHANGE

SELECT

ENTER : store RETURN : leave

ENTER

RETURN

000

20061.1

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Set up to match your television and remote control

To enjoy progressive video

You can enjoy progressive video by connecting this unit’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals to an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan (Ô page 50).

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

Numbered

buttons

e,r,w,q

ENTER

* REC

; OPEN/CLOSE * REC

TV operation buttons

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

FUNCTIONS No Disc

No Disc

Recording

To Others

ENTER RETURN

G-Code Record

Setup

3 Press [e,r] to select “Setup” and

press [ENTER].

Setup

Manual

Auto-Setup Restart

Tuning

Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others

TAB

SELECT

RETURN

4 Press [e,r] to select “Connection”

and press [q].

5 Press [e,r] to select “Progressive”

and press [ENTER].

SELECT

ENTER

Progressive

Off

RETURN

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others

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6 Press [e,r] to select “On” and press

[ENTER].

Output becomes progressive.

Note

• When connected to a CRT (Cathode ray tube) television or a multi system television using PAL mode, even if it is progressive compatible, progressive output can cause some flickering. Turn off “Progressive” if this occurs.

• Picture will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.

• There is no output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals if “AV1 Output” in the Setup menu is set to “RGB 1 ( without component )” or “RGB 2 ( without component )” (Ô page 40).

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

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Television operation

You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control.

Turn TV on/off

Input Select

Point the remote control at the television

Volume

Channel Select

While pressing [^ TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons.

e.g., 01: [0] Ô [1]

Manufacturer and Code No.

Brand Code Brand Code

Panasonic/National

GOLDSTAR/LG 15/16 SAMSUNG 12/17/18

HITACHI 08 SANYO 14/19

JVC 07 SHARP 11

MITSUBISHI 09/10 SONY 05

NEC 13 TOSHIB A 06

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.

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PHILIPS 12

When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control

When other Panasonic products placed nearby respond to this unit’s remote control, change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match). Under normal circumstances use the factory set code “DVD 1”.

To change the code on the main unit

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

3 Press [e,r] to select “Setup” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [e,r] to select “Others” and

press [q].

5 Press [e,r] to select “Remote

Control” and press [ENTER].

6 Press [e,r] to select the code

(“DVD 1”, “DVD 2” or “DVD 3”) and press [ENTER].

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others

To change the code on the remote control

Remote Control

Press " " and "ENTER" together for more than 2 seconds on the remote control.

ENTER

RETURN

7 While pressing [ENTER], press and

hold the numbered button ([1], [2] or [3]) for more than 2 seconds.

8 Press [ENTER].

n When the following indicator appears on the

unit’s display

Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at the same time for more than 2 seconds.

Set up to match your television and remote control

Note

Executing “Shipping Condition” in the Setup menu returns the main unit code to “DVD 1”. Change the remote control code to 1 (Ô step 7).

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

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Important notes for recording

Recording of bilingual programme

Recording of Widescreen broadcasting

Recording of digital broadcasting

RAM

Both main and secondary audio can be recorded

You can change the audio during playback. (Ô page 22, “Changing audio during play”)

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Select the main or secondary audio before recording

(Ô page 40, “Bilingual Audio Selection”) The selected audio only is recorded.

Hello Hallo

If you record from external equipment – Select both “M 1” and “M 2” on the external

Hello

If you record from external equipment – Select “M 1” or “M 2” on the external equipment.

equipment.

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

16:9 aspect (Widescreen)

Recorded in 4:3 aspect

It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL, +RW or 8 cm DVD-RAM discs. Use a CPRM (Ô page 50) compatible DVD-RAM.

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

(CPRM compatible disc only)

Playing the disc on other DVD players

Recording to DVD-R DL and +R DL

: Can do, ×: Cannot do

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

The disc must be finalized after recording (Ô page 37).

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

copy.

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

-R DL +R DL

Recorded to DVD-R, etc.

Finalize

Play on other DVD equipment

E D O M

Y A L P P

U T E S

Y A L P S I

D U

N E M P O T

N R U

T I

E L G

N A O

I D U A D N

U O R

S .

0 1

E M U L VO

E G A

P P U

O R G

G H C

H C R

A E S

R E T N E

L O

V Y A L P S I

D U N

E M P O T

N UR T E R

O U N E

F F O

D C I N 9 V

N E P

N U O R R

S .

P E

T I N O M

E D

O M E R U T C I P

DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two layers of recording surface on one side. It is not possible to record continuously from the first layer to the second layer. Recording stops when space on the first layer becomes full. You must close the first layer to start recording on the second layer (Ô page 37, “Close First Layer”). Closing makes the first layer unavailable for recording (editing is still available). You cannot cancel closing. Make certain before proceeding.

It is not possible to record continuously from the first layer to the second layer.

(Disc outer

(Disc inner side)

The second layer

The available space

The first layer

side)

Title1 Title2

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Recording modes and approximate recording times

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

Recording Mode

4.7 GB

DVD-RAM

9.4 GB

(Double-

sided

)

DVD -R, DVD -RW, +R, +RW

4.7 GB

XP (High quality) 1 h. 2 h. 1 h. SP (Standard) 2 h. 4 h. 2 h. LP (Long play) 4 h. 8 h. 4 h. EP (Extra long

play) FR (Flexible

Recording)

Recording Mode

8 h.

(6 h.

)

8 h. maximum

DVD-R DL, +R DL

First layer (L0) Second layer (L1)

16 h.

(12 h.2)

8 h. maximum

for one side

8 h.

(6 h.2)

8 h. maximum

8.5 GB

XP (High quality) 55 min. 50 min. SP (Standard) 1 h. 50 min. 1 h. 40 min. LP (Long play) 3 h. 40 min. 3 h. 20 min. EP (Extra long

play) FR (Flexible

Recording)

7 h. 25 min.

(5 h. 30 min.

)

7 h. 25 min. maximum 6 h. 50 min. maximum

6 h. 50 min.

(5 h. 15 min.2)

EP ( 6Hours )

Picture quality

EP ( 8Hours )

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

When “Recording time in EP mode” is set to “EP ( 6Hours )” in the Setup menu (Ô page 39). The sound quality is better when using “EP ( 6Hours )” than when using “EP ( 8Hours )”.

It is not possible to record continuously from the first layer to the second layer.

Recording time

Note

• This unit uses variable bit rate (VBR) recording which varies the

• When recording to DVD-RAM using EP ( 8Hours ) mode,

The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP ( 8Hours ) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality.

• You can use FR mode in timer recording (Ô page 18, 19, step 3)

Using FR mode is convenient in these kind of situations

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

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

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

amount of data recorded to suit the images, so actual recording times and remaining recording times shown by the unit will be different. (The difference will be especially noticeable with DVD-R DL and +R DL.) Use a disc with plenty of remaining time to be sure.

RAM

play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use EP ( 6Hours ) mode.

FR (Flexible Recording)

and Flexible Recording (Ô page 17).

appropriate recording mode difficult

quality possible

If you select XP mode

The programme will not fit one disc.

60 minutes

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

Full

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

Another disc is necessary.

If you select SP mode

The programme will fit one disc.

There will be 30 minutes remaining disc space.

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

Remains

If you select FR mode

The programme will fit one disc perfectly.

30 minutes

Important notes for recording

Disc Insertion/Ejection

Refer to the control reference on page 12.

When the format confirmation screen is displayed

RAM -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

When you insert a new disc and a disc recorded on a computer or other equipment, a format confirmation screen might be displayed. Format the disc to use it. However all the recorded contents are deleted.

Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

• Several steps are necessary to format a disc. Refer to “Deleting all the contents of a disc –Format Disc” (Ô page 36).

Format

This disc is not formatted properly. Format it using DVD Management ?

SELECT

ENTER

NoYes

RETURN

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

Fit

When remove a recorded disc

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

When you press [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit while stopped: The following screen appears when you have not processed the disc for play on other equipment.

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

Finalize

Press the REC button to start finalize.

Press the

OPEN/CLOSE This disc cannot be played on other DVD players without finalizing.

button to exit.

n When finalizing the disc

Press [* REC].

• You cannot stop this process once you have started it.

• If you want to provide the disc with a name or set play menu select, select “Disc Name” (Ô page 36) or “Auto-Play Select” (Ô page 37) in “DVD Management” before finalizing.

n When opening the tray without disc finalization

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

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Recording television programmes

; OPEN/CLOSE

EXT LINK

AV3

DV IN

* REC

q2 CH 18

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

^ DVD

Numbered

buttons

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

e,r,w,q

ENTER

AUDIO

* REC

REC MODE

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V)

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

+R +R DL +RW

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

See also the notes “Important notes for recording” (Ô page 14).

Note

+RW

• You can create a Top Menu using “Create Top Menu” (Ô page 37). Recording or editing on the disc may delete the menu. In that case, create the menu again.

RAM

• 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.

Preparation

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

• Turn the unit on.

12CH

-/--

RETURN

STATUS

FRec

1 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 DVD-RAM, or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the disc from the cartridge.

Insert label-up.

g Cartridge disc

2 Press [12CH] to select the channel.

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

15: [-/--] Ô [1] Ô [5]

3 Press [REC MODE] to select the

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

Remaining time on the disc

4 Press [* REC] to start recording.

The elapsed time is shown on the display. Recording will take place on open space 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 timer recording, but once the time for the timer recording to begin is reached, any recording taking place will stop and the timer recording will begin.

RAM

• You can change the audio being received by pressing [AUDIO] during recording. (This does not affect the actual recording of the audio.)

n To pause recording

Press [h].

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

n To stop recording

Press [g].

• From the start to the end of the recording is called one title.

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• It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording management information after recording finishes.

Quick Start (Ô page 41)

1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording on DVD-RAM

Recording on DVD-RAM starts about 1 second after first pressing [8] on the main unit or [^ DVD] to turn on the unit and then sequentially pressing [* REC] (Quick Start Mode). It is set to “On” at the time of purchase.

Note

Startup takes more time when: – you play a disc or start recording to discs other than DVD-RAM. – the clock has not been set.

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Insert fully.

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To specify a time to stop recording –One Touch Recording

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

• The unit’s display changes as shown below.

OFF 0:30 OFF 1:00 OFF 1:30 OFF 2:00

Counter (cancel)

• This does not work during timer recordings (Ô page 18) or while using Flexible Recording (Ô below).

• If you change the channel or recording mode while recording is paused, the time specified to stop recording is cancelled.

• The unit turns off automatically after the time to stop recording is reached.

To cancel

Press [* REC] on the main unit several times until the counter appears.

• The time to stop recording is cancelled; however, recording continues.

To stop recording partway

Press [g].

OFF 4:00 OFF 3:00

Playing while you are recording

RAM

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

Press [q] (PLAY) during recording.

• There is no sound output while searching forward or backward.

To stop play

Press [g].

To stop recording

1 Press [g] to stop playing. 2 Press [g] (after 2 seconds).

To stop timer recording

1 Press [g] to stop playing. 2 Press [g] (after 2 seconds). 3 Press [w,q] to select “Stop Recording” and press [ENTER].

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

Flexible Recording

(Recording that fits the remaining disc space)

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. Refer to “FR (Flexible Recording)” (Ô page 15).

Preparation

• Select the channel or the external input to record.

1 While stopped

Press [F Rec].

Flexible Rec

Record in FR mode.

Maximum rec. time 8 Hour 00 Min.

Set rec. time

SELECT

8 Hour 00 Min.

CancelStart

RETURN

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

2 Press [w,q] to select “Hour” and

“Min.” and press [e,r] 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 [e,r,w,q] to select “Start” and press [ENTER].

Recording starts.

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] during

recording.

2 Press [e,r,w,q] to select a title and

press [ENTER].

To stop play

Press [g].

To stop recording

1 Press [g] to stop playing. 2 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 3 Press [g].

To stop timer recording

1 Press [g] to stop playing. 2 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 3 Press [g]. 4 Press [w,q] to select “Stop Recording” and press [ENTER].

Recording television programmes

To exit the screen without recording

Press [RETURN].

To stop recording partway

Press [g].

To show the remaining time

Press [STATUS].

e.g., DVD-RAM

DVD-RAM

REC 7:59

ARD

L R

Remaining time of recording

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Timer recording

Timer Recording

Remain

8:14:56 7. 5. SUN

1:57 SP

Programme Name

Name Date Start Stop Mode

7. 5. SUN 19:00 20:00 SP1 ARD

NameNo. Date

7. 5. SUN

Start

19:00

New Timer Programme

Stop

20:00

Mode

Drive

space

OKARD01

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

For Australia and N.Z.

Using G-CODE system to make timer recordings

Numbered

buttons

G-Code

PROG/CHECK

e,r,w,q ENTER

REC MODE

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

See also the notes “Important notes for recording” (Ô page 14).

Preparation

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

• Check the time on the unit is correct.

• Insert a disc (Ô page 16).

For Australia and N.Z.

G-

CODE is a registered trademark of Gemstar

Development Corporation. The G-

CODE

system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

Entering G-

CODE numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You can

find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers and magazines.

• You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance.

1 Press [G-Code].

G-Code Record

Input G-Code Number 0-9, and press ENTER.

ENTER

SUB MENU

RETURN

CANCEL

Remain

8:12:34 7. 5. SUN

0 9

1:57 SP

Number

2 Press the numbered buttons to enter

the G-CODE number.

• To correct the number

Press [w] to move back to correct a digit.

3 Press [ENTER].

• Confirm the programme and make corrections if necessary

using [e,r,w,q] (Ô page 19, Manually programming timer recordings, step 3).

• When “––––” appears in the “Name” column, you cannot set

timer recording. Press [e,r] to select desired programme position. After you have entered the information of a TV station, it is kept in the unit’s memory.

• You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording mode.

• To enter programme name Press [w,q] to select “Programme Name” and press [ENTER] (Ô page 35).

4 Press [ENTER].

The settings are stored and the programme goes to timer recording standby. The timer icon is displayed in left column.

Timer Recording

Timer icon

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

Repeat steps 1–4 to programme other recordings.

NameNo.

ARD01

When “!” appears, make sure the disc has a sufficient space.

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n To cancel recording when recording has already

begun (Ô page 20)

n Notes on timer recording (Ô page 20)

To exit the timer recording list

Press [PROG/CHECK].

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Manually programming timer

Timer Recording

Remain

8:18:12 7. 5. SUN

1:57 SP

Programme Name

Name Date Start Stop Mode

7. 5. SUN 22:00 22:301 ARD SP

NameNo. Date Start Stop Mode

Drive

space

7. 5. SUN 22:00 22:30 SP OKARD01 New Timer Programme

recordings

You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.)

1 Press [PROG/CHECK].

Timer Recording

NameNo. Date Start

Press ENTER to store new programme.

ENTER

SUB MENU

RETURN

Remain

Stop Mode

New Timer Programme

Timer Off

CANCEL

1:57 SP

8:17:23 7. 5. SUN

Drive space

2 Press [e,r] to select “New Timer

Programme” and press [ENTER].

3 Press [q] to move through the items

and change the items with [e,r].

• Press and hold [e,r] to alter Start (Start time) and Stop

(Finish time) in 30-minute increments.

• You can also set Name (Programme position/TV Station Name), Date, Start (Start time), and Stop (Finish time) with the numbered buttons.

• You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording mode.

•Date

Date: Current date up to one month later minus

one day

Timer recording

Daily timer: SUN-SAT → MON-SAT → MON-FRI

Weekly timer: SUN → --- → SAT

• To enter programme name Press [w,q] to select “Programme Name” and press [ENTER] (Ô page 35).

4 Press [ENTER].

The settings are stored and the programme goes to timer recording standby. The timer icon is displayed in left column.

Timer Recording

Timer icon

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

Repeat steps 2–4 to programme other recordings.

n To cancel recording when recording has already

begun (Ô page 20)

n Notes on timer recording (Ô page 20)

NameNo.

ARD01

When “!” appears, make sure the disc has a sufficient space.

To exit the timer recording list

Press [PROG/CHECK].

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Timer recording

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

To cancel recording when recording has already begun

1 When this unit is on

Press [g].

The confirmation screen appears.

2 Press [w,q] to select “Stop

Recording” and press [ENTER].

Recording stops and the timer recording is cancelled. (Daily and weekly timers remain and timer recording will start as programmed.)

To release the programme from recording standby

1 Press [PROG/CHECK].

PROG/CHECK

e,r,w,q ENTER

2 Press [e,r] to select the programme

and press [A].

The timer icon (Ô page 18, 19) disappears.

• To put the programme on recording standby again Perform step 2 again before the programme start time to put the programme on recording standby. Timer recording will work only if the timer icon is displayed.

Notes on timer recording

•“z” flashes on the unit’s display for about 5 seconds when the unit

cannot go to timer recording standby (e.g., a recordable disc is not in the disc tray).

• Timer recordings begin when the set time is reached even when recording or when playing.

• If the unit is turned on when timer recording begins, it remains turned on after recording finishes. It does not turn off automatically. You can turn the unit off during timer recording.

• If the unit is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the last 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording starting time, “z” flashes on the unit’s display. In this case, insert a recordable disc to put the unit in the timer recording standby mode.

• If you are making consecutive recordings that will start one after the other, the beginning of the later programme cannot be recorded.

e.g., Programme1 10:00–11:00

Programme2 11:00–12:00

11:00

Programme2Programme1

RecordedRecorded

Not recorded

• If the actual broadcasting times of timer recordings overlap, the recording that starts first always has priority, and the recording of the later programme will start only after the first timer recording has finished.

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Check, change or delete a programme

Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK].

Press [PROG/CHECK].

Icons

Timer recording standby is activated. This programme is currently recording.

The times overlap those in another programme. Recording of the programme with the later start time starts when the earlier programme finishes recording.

You stopped a weekly or daily timer recording. The icon disappears the next time the timer programme starts recording.

The disc was full so the programme failed to record.

The material was copy-protected so it was not recorded.

The programme did not complete recording

Timer Recording

NameNo. Date

7. 5. SUN New Timer Programme

Press ENTER to store new programme.

ENTER

SUB MENU

RETURN

Start

19:00

Remain

20:00

CANCEL

8:17:23 7. 5. SUN

Stop

Timer Off

Mode

1:57 SP

Drive

space

OKARD01

Message displayed in the “Drive space” line

OK: Displayed if the recording can fit in

the remaining space.

→ (Date): For recordings made daily or

weekly, the display will show until when recordings can be made (up to a maximum of one month from the present time) based on the time remaining on the disc.

!: It may not be possible to record

because:

• no disc is inser ted

• the disc is write-protected

• there is no more space left

• the number of possible titles has reached its maximum.

because the disc is dirty or some other reason.

n To change a programme

Press [e,r] to select the programme and press [ENTER]. (Ô page 19, Manually programming timer recordings, step 3)

n To delete a programme

Press [e,r] to select the programme and press [ ].

n To exit the timer recording list

Press [PROG/CHECK].

• Programmes that failed to record are deleted from the timer recording list at 4 a.m. two days later.

Timer recording

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Playing discs

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

Numbered

buttons

u,i

t,y

TIME SLIP

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR/

Top M e n u

SUB MENU

AUDIO

e,r,w,q ENTER w h, h q

RETURN

CREATE CHAPTER

Preparation

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

• Turn on this unit.

1 Insert a disc (Ô page 16). 2 Press [q] (PLAY).

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR)

Play starts from the most recently recorded title.

DVD-V DVD-A

and MP3 Play starts from the beginning of the disc. DivX DivX Menu screen appears (Ô page 24).

VCD

Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play –Direct Navigator

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR)

Simply select the recorded programmes (titles) you want to play from the menu.

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View DVD-RAM

ARD 1. 1. SUN

-- -- --

ENTER RETURN

ARD 1. 1. SUN

Page 02/02

SUB MENU Select NextPrevious

0 9

No.

2Press [e,r,w,q] to select the title and press

[ENTER].

You can also select titles with the numbered buttons. e.g., 5: [0] Ô [5] 15: [1] Ô [5]

To show other pages

Press [u] (Previous) or [i] (Next).

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Direct Navigator screen icons

Currently recording.

Title protected.

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

Title cannot be played because data is damaged.

Title with “One time only recording” restriction

(NTSC) (PAL)

Note

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

• The unit stops playing a disc when timer recording starts.

RAM

• Press [q] (PLAY) when you wish to start playing the disc while recording (Ô page 17, “Chasing playback”).

Title recorded using a different encoding system from that of the TV system currently selected on the unit.

n When a menu screen appears on the television

DVD-A

DVD-V

Press [e,r,w,q] 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] Ô [5] 15: [1] Ô [5]

• To return to the menu screen

DVD-V

DVD-A

VCD

• The playing method may differ from the one described above

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] or [SUB MENU].

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Press [RETURN].

depending on disc types. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

Changing audio during play

Press [AUDIO].

RAM -RW(VR) VCD

and DivX

LR L R

e.g., “L R” is selected

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.

Soundtrack

DVD-V

e.g., English is the selected language (Ô page 27,

1 ENG Digital 3/2.1ch

Soundtrack).

DVD-RAM

PLAY

L R

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Operations during play

Stop

Pause

Skip

Starting from a selected item

(excluding DivX)

Quick View

RAM

Slow-motion

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

+RW

DVD-V

DVD-A

(Motion picture parts only)

-RW(VR) VCD

Frame-by-frame

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

+RW DVD-V

DVD-A

(Motion picture parts only)

-RW(VR) VCD

Skipping the specified time (Time Slip)

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

+RW -RW(VR)

Manual Skip

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

+RW -RW(VR)

Create Chapter

(Ô page 30, Title/Chapter)

Excluding MP3/DivX/JPEG

RAM

Press [g].

The stopped position is memorized.

Resume play function

Press [q] (PLAY) to restart from this position. The stopped position is cleared when: – you press [g] several times. – you open the tray.

DVD-A

– and MP3/DivX

you turn the unit off.

VCD

Press [h].

Press again or press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.

Press [t] or [y].

• The speed increases up to 5 steps ( up to 3 steps).

•Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.

• Audio is heard during first level search forward.

DVD-A

– (excluding motion picture parts) and MP3

Audio is heard during all levels of search.

–DivX

Audio is not heard during all levels of search.

• Depending on the disc, searching may not be possible.

+R +R DL +RW

During play or while paused, press [u] or [i].

The unit will skip titles, chapters, or tracks according to the number of times the button is pressed and play will begin.

•DivX

Backward direction [u] only.

Press the numbered buttons.

Play starts from the selected title, chapter or track.

MP3/JPEG

e.g., 5: [0] Ô [0] Ô [0] Ô [5]

15: [0] Ô [0] Ô [1] Ô [5]

DVD-A

Selecting groups While stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television Ô right)

e.g., 5: [5] e.g., 5: [0] Ô [5]

• This works only when stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television Ô above) with some discs.

VCD

• (with playback control) 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.)

Other discs (You can select a track with DVD-Audio.)

15: [1] Ô [5]

Press and hold [q] (PLAY/x1.3).

Play speed is quicker than normal.

• Press again to return to normal speed.

While paused, press [t] or [y].

• The speed increases up to 5 steps.

•Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.

VCD

• Forward direction [y] only.

• The unit will pause if slow-motion play is continued for approximately 5 minutes (excluding ).

DVD-V DVD-A VCD

While paused, press [w h] or [h q].

• Each press shows the next frame.

• Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward.

•Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.

VCD

• Forward direction [h q] only.

1 Press [TIME SLIP]. 2Press [e,r] to select the time and press [ENTER].

Play skips the specified time.

• Each time you press [e,r], the time increases [e] or decreases [r] by 1 minute intervals. (Press and hold for 10-minute intervals.)

Press [MANUAL SKIP].

Play restarts from approximately 30 seconds later.

Press [CREATE CHAPTER].

Chapters are divided at the point pressed.

•Press [u,i] to skip to the start of a chapter.

Playing discs

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Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

Playing MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)

^ DVD

You can play CD-R/CD-RW discs which contain MP3 files, DivX video contents or still pictures that have been recorded on a computer. You can also play DVD-R discs which contain DivX video contents that have been recorded on a computer.

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Numbered

buttons

u,i

t,y

e,r,w,q

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

SUB MENU

ENTER

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

STATUS

Selecting file type to play

The screen shown below is displayed when you insert a CD-R/CDRW disc containing varying combinations of MP3 files, DivX video contents and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).

e.g.,

Play mode is set to DivX. To play another type of file, select the file type from Menu in FUNCTIONS.

ENTER

RETURN

• When playing the file displayed on the screen

Press [ENTER].

• When playing other file displayed on the screen

Press [ENTER] and follow the steps below.

To select file type

n MP3

G: Group no. T: Track no. in the group TOTAL: Track No./Total tracks in all groups

G1 T1 TOTAL

Number 0 9

Prev. Next

SELECT

ENTER

1/ 91

RETURN

1 : 101

001-Baby1 002-Simple2 003-Aganju3 004-Around4 005-River5 006-Every6 007-Cada7 008-O8 009-Winter9 010-Distante10

Page 001/019

• Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups.

• “ ” indicates the track currently playing.

n DivX

DivX Menu

Folder1 : VIDEO

CD(DivX)

001 Movie01.avi 002 Movie02.avi 003 Movie03.avi 004 Movie04.avi 005 Movie05.avi 006 Movie06.avi 007 Movie07.avi 008 Movie08.avi 009 Movie09.avi 010 Movie10.avi

ENTER RETURN

Name of TitleNo. Tree

Page 001/003 Total Title : 020

SUB MENU Select

• Files are treated as titles.

n Still picture (JPEG/TIFF)

JPEG Menu CD(JPEG)

Picture (JPEG) View

image001

Folder

0001 0002 0003 0004

----

0009

Previous Next

ENTER RETURN

----

Page 001/001

To switch to other menu

Press [RETURN] and perform steps 1–3 in “To select file type” on the left column selecting file type in step 3.

GroupNo.

0 9

No.

NextPrevious

0008000700060005

----

0 9

No.

TreeTrackTotal

Selected group

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1 Press [FUNCTIONS].

FUNCTIONS

ENTER RETURN

Play Mode : DivX

CD(DivX/MP3/JPEG)

Recording

To Others

2 Press [e,r] to select “Menu” and

press [ENTER].

Select file type.

DivX

MP3 JPEG

ENTER

RETURN

3 Press [e,r] to select file type and

press [ENTER].

Ô right, step 2

2 Press [e,r,w,q] to select the file

(track or title) and press [ENTER].

Play starts on the selected file (track or title).

• You can also select the file (track or title) with the numbered buttons.

MP3, Still picture e.g., 5: [0] Ô [0] Ô [0] Ô [5]

15: [0] Ô [0] Ô [1] Ô [5]

DivX e.g., 5: [0] Ô [0] Ô [5]

15: [0] Ô [1] Ô [5]

To show other pages

Press [u] (Previous) or [i] (Next).

To stop playing

Press [g].

• (JPEG) The unit remembers the still picture where you stopped play. This is cleared when you turn the unit off or remove the disc.

To display the previous or next still picture during play

(JPEG) Press [w,q].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

(DivX)

Note

• Picture sizes set at the recording time may prevent the unit from showing pictures in the adequate aspect. You may be able to adjust the aspect through the TV.

• Successive play is not available.

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To select other folder (group)

JPEG Menu CD(JPEG)

Picture (JPEG) View

0001 0002 0003 0004

0008000700060005

image001

Folder

MP3, DivX

Useful functions during still picture play

1 While the Menu screen is displayed

Press [q].

n MP3

G: Selected group No. /Total group No.

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

GroupNo.

G1 T1 TOTAL

1/ 91

Number 0 9

Prev. Next

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

n DivX

F: Selected folder No./Total folder No. including DivX title

DivX Menu

Folder

CD(DivX)

001 004-VIDEO.avi

VIDEO

002 005-VIDEO.avi

001 Action 002 Adventure 003 Documentary 004 Comedy 005 Musical 006 SF 007 Sports 008 Suspense 009 Love romance 010 Animation

Data

ENTER

SUB MENU Select NextPrevious

RETURN

Tree

1 : 101

MP3 music

001 My favorite

001-Baby1

001 Brazilian pops

002-Simple2

002 Chinese pops

003-Aganju3

003 Czech pops

004-Around4

004 Hungarian pops

005 Liner notes

005-River5

006 Japanese pops

006-Every6

007 Mexican pops

007-Cada7

008 Philippine pops 009 Swedish pops

008-O8

001 Momoko

009-Winter9

002 Standard number

010-Distante10

001 Piano solo 002 Vocal

Page 001/019

Name of titleNo. Tree

1/ 11

Page 001/003 Total Title : 005

G 7/25

TreeTrackTotal

0 9

No.

Groups that contain no compatible files.

Folders that contain no compatible files.

2 Press [e,r] to select a group (folder)

and press [ENTER].

The file list for the group (folder) appears.

Still picture

1 While the JPEG Menu is displayed

Press [e,r,w,q] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER].

F: Selected folder No./Total folder No.

JPEG Menu CD(JPEG)

Folder

image001

Folder

0001 0002 0003 0004

12 02 2004 image001 image002 image003 image004 image005 image006 image007

----

0009

image008 image009 image010

Data

Previous Next

ENTER RETURN

----

Page 001/001

1/ 21

0008000700060005

----

0 9

No.

Folders that contain

no compatible files.

2 Press [e,r,w,q] to select the folder

and press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Start Slide Show

Slide Interval

Rotate

Zoom in Zoom out

Properties

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

While the JPEG Menu is displayed

1 Press [e,r,w,q] to select

“Folder” and press [SUB MENU].

2 Press [e,r] to

select “Start Slide

Start Slide Show

Slide Interval

Show” and press [ENTER].

To change the slide interval

1 In step 2 above, press [e,r] to select

“Slide Interval” and press [ENTER].

2 Press [w,q] to select the slide interval

and press [ENTER].

• You can select a slide interval between 0-30 seconds.

While playing

1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [e,r] to

select “Rotate RIGHT” or “Rotate

Rotate RIGHT

Rotate LEFT

ENTER

RETURN

LEFT” and press [ENTER].

To return the rotated picture to its original position

Press [e,r] to select the opposite rotation in step 2 and press [ENTER].

• Rotation information will not be stored.

While playing

1 Press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [e,r] to

select “Zoom in” and press [ENTER].

Rotate RIGHT

Rotate LEFT

Zoom in

ENTER

RETURN

To return the picture to its original size

Press [e,r] 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 640 x 480 pixels.

While playing

Press [STATUS] twice.

12:03:00 7. 5.

26.11.2004Date 2/ 30No.

Shooting date

To exit the picture properties screen

Press [STATUS] again.

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Refer to the control reference on page 24.

Regarding DivX VOD content

DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit. Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit www.divx.com/vod.

Display the unit’s registration code

(Ô page 41, “DivX Registration” in “Others” tab)

Setup

Tuning

Disc

Picture

Sound

Display

Connection

Others

DivX Registration

DivX ( R ) Video On Demand

Your registration code is : XXXXXXXX To learn more visit www.divx.com/vod

ENTER

RETURN

8 alphanumeric characters

• After playing DivX VOD content for the first time, new registration code is then displayed in “DivX Registration”. Do not use this registration code to purchase or rent DivX VOD content. If you use this code to purchase (rent) DivX VOD content, and then play the content on this unit, you will no longer be able to play any content that you purchased (rented) using the old code.

• If you purchase or rent DivX VOD content using a registration code different from this unit’s code, you will not be able to play that content. (“Authorization Error.” is displayed.)

Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times

Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times. When you play this content, the remaining number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content when the number of remaining plays is zero. (“Rental Expired.” is displayed.)

When playing this content

• The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if: – you press [^ DVD]. – you press [g] (STOP). – you press [u] (SKIP) or [t,y] (SEARCH) etc. and arrive at

another content or the start of the content being played.

• Resume play function (Ô page 23) does not work.

Regarding MP3, DivX and still pictures

• Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats) and Joliet

• This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of the disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.

• Operation may take time to complete when there are many files (titles or tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some files (tracks) may not display or be playable.

• English alphabet and Arabic numerals are displayed correctly. Other characters may not be displayed correctly.

• The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is displayed on a computer.

• Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files (tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the order you numbered them.

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

• Depending on the recording, some items may not be playable.

MP3

Playable discs CD-R/RW File format MP3

Maximum number of folders (groups)

Maximum number of files (tracks)

Bit rates 32 kbps to 320 kbps Sampling

frequency ID3 tags Not compatible

• If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within an MP3 file, play may not be possible.

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

300 (including the root folder)

3000

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

DivX

Playable discs DVD-R, CD-R/RW File format DivX

• Files must have the extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”.

Maximum number

300 (including the root folder)

of folders Maximum number

200

of files Support version DivX ver.3.11, 4.x, 5.x

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

MPEG multi is 2ch conversion.

• GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.

Still pictures (JPEG/TIFF

)

Playable discs CD-R/RW File format JPEG, TIFF (non-compressed RGB chunky

format)

• Files must have the extension “.jpg”, “.JPG”, “.tif” or “.TIF”.

Number of pixels 34 x 34 to 6144 x 4096

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

Maximum number

300 (including the root folder)

of folders Maximum number

3000

of files MOTION JPEG Not compatible

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

Operation may take time to complete when playing TIFF format still pictures.

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.

Structure of MP3 folders

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

Structure of still pictures (JPEG/ TIFF)

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

Order of play

Root

001 Group

001

002 Group

003 Group

P0000001.jpg P0000002.jpg

002 Folder

001

003 Folder

004 Folder

track.mp3

001

track.mp3

002 003

track.mp3

001 track.mp3 002 003 004 track.mp3

001 track.mp3

track.mp3

002 003

track.mp3

P0000003.jpg P0000004.jpg P0000005.jpg

P0000006.jpg P0000007.jpg P0000008.jpg

P0000009.jpg P0000010.jpg P0000011.jpg P0000012.jpg

track.mp3 track.mp3

• When the highest level folders are “DCIM” folders, they are displayed first on the tree.

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Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

FUNCTIONS

e,r,w,q

ENTER

DISPLAY

RETURN

STATUS

Using on-screen menus

Common procedures

1 Press [DISPLAY].

Disc

Play Picture Sound 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.

Soundtrack

Subtitle

Audio channel

Digital 2/0 ch

Off

L R

2 Press [e,r] to select the menu and

press [q].

3 Press [e,r] to select the item and

press [q].

4 Press [e,r] to select the setting.

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

To clear the on-screen menus

Press [DISPLAY].

Disc menu–Setting the disc content

Soundtrack

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

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR)

The disc’s audio attributes appear. DivX Select the soundtrack number.

Subtitle

Turn the subtitle on/off and select the language (Ô below, Language).

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW -RW(VR)

(Only discs that contain subtitle on/off information)

• Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using this unit. DivX

Turn the subtitle on/off and select the subtitle number.

Audio channel and DivX

Ô page 22, Changing audio during play

Source Select (DivX)

When you select “Automatic” the constructing method of the DivX contents is automatically distinguished and output. If the picture is distorted, select “Progressive” or “Interlace” depending on which constructing method was used when the contents were recorded to disc.

• Automatic

• Progressive

• Interlace

Angle

Change the number to select an angle.

STILL-P (Still picture)

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.

PBC (Playback control Ô page 50)

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

With some discs, you may only be able to make changes using the menus (Ô page 22) on the disc.

• The display changes according to the disc content. You cannot change when there is no recording.

Audio attribute

LPCM/PPCM/%Digital/DTS/MPEG: Signal type ch (channel): Number of channels k (kHz): Sampling frequency b (bit): Number of bits

Language

ENG: English DAN: Danish THA: Thai FRA: French POR: Portuguese POL: Polish DEU: German RUS: Russian CES: Czech ITA: Italian JPN: Japanese SLK: Slovak ESP: Spanish CHI: Chinese HUN: Hungarian NLD: Dutch KOR: Korean FIN: Finnish SVE: Swedish MAL: Malay NOR: Norwegian VIE: Vietnamese

DVD-V DVD-A

RAM -RW(VR) VCD

DVD-V DVD-A

DVD-A

VCD

Others

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

VCD

•All

• Chapter

• Group and MP3

• PL (Playlist)

•Title

• Track and MP3 Select “Off” to cancel.

CD RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) DVD-A RAM -RW(VR) RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V -RW(VR) DVD-A

VCD

Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)/Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message

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Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message

Refer to the control reference on page 27.

Picture menu–Change the picture quality

Playback NR

Reduces noise and picture degradation. On ↔ Off

Progressive (Ô page 50)

Select “On” to enable progressive output. Select “Off” if the picture is stretched horizontally.

Transfer [When “Progressive” (Ô above) is set to “On”]

Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of title being played (Ô page 50, Film and video).

When the output signal is PAL

• Auto: Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it.

• Video: Select when using “Auto”, and the content is distorted.

• Film: Select this if the edges of the film content appear jagged or rough when “Auto” is selected. However, if the video content is distorted as shown in the illustration to the right, then select “Auto”.

• When the tray is opened, the setting will return to “Auto”.

When the output signal is NTSC

• Auto 1 (normal): Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it.

• Auto 2: In addition to “Auto 1”, automatically detects film contents with different frame rates and appropriately converts it.

• Video: Select when using “Auto 1” and “Auto 2”, and the content is distorted.

AV-in NR (Only when AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4 or DV is selected)

Reduces video tape noise while dubbing.

• Automatic: Noise reduction only works on picture input from

a video tape.

• On: Noise reduction works for any input video.

• Off: Noise reduction is off. You can record the input

signal as it is.

Only when you have set “Progressive” to “On” in the Setup menu (Ô page 40).

Sound menu–Change the sound effect

V.S.S.

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW DVD-V DVD-A

-RW(VR)

(Dolby Digital, 2-channel or over 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 bilingual recordings.

Dialog Enhancer

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

-RW(VR)

and DivX

DVD-V

DVD-A

(Dolby Digital, 3-channel or over only, including a center channel)

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

Other menu–Change the display position

Position

1 - 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 displayed depend on the type of disc.

FUNCTIONS

Cartridge Protection Off

ENTER RETURN

Disc Protection Off

DVD-RAM

Playback

Recording

Delete

To Others

2 Press [e,r] to select an item and

press [ENTER].

• If you select “To Others” and press [ENTER], the following

screen appears. Press [e,r] to select an item and press [ENTER].

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

FUNCTIONS

Cartridge Protection Off

DVD-RAM

Playback

Recording

Delete

To Others

• If you press [RETURN], you can return to the previous screen.

To exit the FUNCTIONS window

Press [FUNCTIONS].

Status message

Status messages appear on the television during operation to show the condition of the unit.

Press [STATUS].

The display changes each time you press the button.

DVD-RAM

REC

PLAY

STEREO

L R

Date and time

T12 0:01.23 SP

Title number and elapsed time during play/ Recording mode

• TV audio type STEREO: Stereo broadcast M1/M2: Bilingual dual-sound broadcast

M1: Monaural broadcast

Disc Protection Off

G-Code Record

Playlists Flexible Rec DV Auto Rec

Setup DVD Management

ENTER RETURN

Type of disc The remaining time appears here while

stopped. Recording or play status/input channel

TV audio type being received (Ô below) Selected audio type

Available recording time and recording mode

Remain

1:45 SP12:34:50 7. 5.

T12 0:12.34 SP

Title number and elapsed time during recording/ Recording mode

No display

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Deleting titles

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

u,i

Using DELETE Navigator to delete titles

Preparation

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

• Turn the unit on.

• Insert the disc (Ô page 16).

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “Delete” and

press [ENTER].

DELETE Navigator Title View DVD-RAM

ARD 7. 5. SUN

-- -- --

FUNCTIONS

e,r,w,q

ENTER

RETURN

DELETE

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• A title cannot be restored once it is deleted.

Make certain before proceeding.

• You cannot delete while recording.

RAM

• When a recorded title is deleted the available disc space will increase by the amount deleted.

The available disc space increases if any of these is deleted.

Title1 Title2

-RW(V) +RW

•

- - - -

The last recorded title

The available space

Disc space increases only when the last recorded title is deleted.

The available space does not increase if these are deleted.

When deleted, the available disc space increases.

ENTER

SUB MENU Select NextPrevious

RETURN

Page 02/02

0 9

No.

3 Press [e,r,w,q] to select the title and

press [ENTER].

To show other pages

Press [u] (Previous) or [i] (Next).

Multiple deleting

Select with [e,r,w,q] and press [h]. (Repeat.)

• A check mark appears. Press [h] again to cancel.

4 Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and

press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Deleting titles during play

1 While playing

Press [DELETE].

DOCUMENTARY Date

Name

Corresponding chapter of playlists will be deleted.

Delete

7.5.2006 SUN 10

Remaining Time

SELECT

ENTER

Time 19:41

1:57(SP)

CancelDelete

RETURN

2 Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and

press [ENTER].

Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message/Deleting titles

Title1 Title2

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•

- - - -

The last recorded title

Available space does not increase after deletion.

The available space

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Editing titles/chapters

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

u,i

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

SUB MENU

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Title/Chapter

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

Title

Chapter

Start End

e,r,w,q ENTER

RETURN

Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters

1 During play or while stopped

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

2 Press [e,r,w,q] to select the title.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View DVD-RAM

ARD 7. 5. SUN

-- -- --

ENTER

SUB MENU Select NextPrevious

RETURN

Page 02/02

0 9

No.

To show other pages

Press [u] (Previous) or [i] (Next).

Multiple editing

Select with [e,r,w,q] and press [h]. (Repeat.)

• A check mark appears. Press [h] again to cancel.

3 Press [SUB MENU], then press [e,r]

to select the operation and press [ENTER].

• If you select “Edit”, press [e,r] to select the operation and

press [ENTER].

Enter Name

Set up Protection

Cancel Protection

Delete

Properties

Edit

Chapter View

Partial Delete

Change Thumbnail

Divide Title

If you select “Chapter View” (Ô step 4)

Refer to “Title operations” (Ô page 31).

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RAM

You can divide a title into multiple chapters.

(Ô page 23, 31, “Create Chapter”)

Title

Chapter Chapter ChapterChapter

RAM

You can change the order of chapters and create a playlist

(Ô page 32).

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

• Titles are divided into about 5minute ( 8-minute) chapters after finalizing

+R +R DL

(Ô page 37).

• The maximum number of items on a disc:

–Titles:

+R +R DL +RW

99 ( 49 titles)

–Chapters: Approximately 1000

+R +R DL +RW

( Approximately 254) (Depends on the state of recording.)

Note

• Once deleted or par tially deleted, title/chapters cannot be restored to their original state. Make certain before proceeding.

• You cannot edit during recording.

+RW

• You can create a Top Menu using “Create Top Menu” (Ô page 37). Recording or editing on the disc may delete the menu. In that case, create the menu again.

+R +R DL

• Management information is recorded in unused sections when you edit discs. The available space on these discs decreases each time you edit their contents.

Preparation

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

• Turn the unit on.

• Insert the disc with the title to edit (Ô page 16).

RAM

• Release protection (Ô page 36).

4 Press [e,r,w,q] to select the chapter.

To start play Ô Press [ENTER]. To e d i t Ô Step 5.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Chapter View DVD-RAM

08 ARD 7. 5. SUN

---

001

0:00.15

--- --- ---

Previous Next

ENTER

SUB MENU Select

RETURN

--- ---

Page 01/01

---

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

0 9

No.

• To show other pages/Multiple editing (Ô above)

5 Press [SUB MENU], then press [e,r]

to select the operation and press [ENTER].

Delete Chapter

Create Chapter

Combine Chapters

Title View

• You can go back to the Title View.

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Refer to “Chapter operations” (Ô page 31).

Page 31

Title operations

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Create Chapter DVD-RAM

***

06 1. 1. SUN

***

06 1. 1. SUN

-- -- --

End Next

***

08 PLAY

Create

Exit

0:00.01

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 30)

Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER].

Delete

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V)

+R +R DL +RW

Properties

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V)

+R +R DL +RW -RW(VR)

Enter Name

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V)

+R +R DL +RW

Set up Protection Cancel Protection

RAM +R +R DL +RW

Partial Delete

RAM

(Ô below, “For your reference”)

Change Thumbnail

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V)

+R +R DL +RW

(Ô below, “For your reference”)

Divide Title

RAM

(Ô below, “For your reference”)

Multiple editing is possible.

• Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored.

Make certain before proceeding.

-R -R DL +R +R DL

• The available recording time on a disc does not increase when you delete titles.

-RW(V) +RW

• Available recording space on a disc increases only when the last recorded title is deleted. It does not increase if other titles are deleted.

Information (e.g., time and date) is shown.

• Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.

You can give names to recorded titles. Ô page 35, Entering text

If set, this will protect the title from accidental deletion.

Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

The lock symbol appears when the title is protected.

You can remove unnecessary part of the recording.

1 Press [ENTER] at the start point and end point of the

section you want to delete.

2 Press [e,r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

• Select “Next” and press [ENTER] to delete other sections.

3 Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER].

You can change the image to be shown as a thumbnail picture in the Title View.

1 Press [q] (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 [e,r] to select “Change”, then press [ENTER] at the point you want to use as the thumbnail.

3 Press [e,r] 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 [e,r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [w,q] to select “Divide” and press [ENTER].

To confirm the division point

Press [e,r] 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 [e,r] to select “Divide”, then press [ENTER] at the point you want to divide.

Note

• The divided titles retain the name and CPRM property (Ô page 50) of the original title.

• Video and audio just before and after the dividing point may momentarily be cut out. Carry out the title division after checking it with “Preview” (Ô above).

Properties

Dinosaur

No.

01 Date Name

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View DVD-RAM

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Partial Delete DVD-RAM

08 PLAY

06 1. 1. SUN

***

-- -- --

ENTER

SUB MENU Select

RETURN

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Change Thumbnail DVD-RAM

06 1. 1. SUN

***

-- -- --

ENTER

SUB MENU Select

RETURN

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title DVD-RAM

06 1. 1. SUN

***

-- -- --

ENTER

SUB MENU Select

RETURN

Time

7. 5.2006 SUN

Rec time

ENTER

RETURN

7. 5. SUN

ARD ARD

-- --

***

06 1. 1. SUN

***

Start

--:--.--

Page 02/02

***

06 1. 1. SUN

***

Change

Start play and select the image of a thumbnail.

0:00.01

Page 02/02

PLAY

***

06 1. 1. SUN

***

Divide

--:--.--

Page 02/02

Start

End Next

Exit

--:--.--

Change End Next

Exit

Preview

Divide Next

Exit

12:19 0:30 (SP)

0:00.02

End

No.

0:00.01

No.

0:00.00

No.

7. 5. SUN

0 9

Editing titles/chapters

Chapter operations

After performing steps 1–5 (Ô page 30)

Delete Chapter

RAM

Create Chapter

RAM

(Ô below, “For your reference”)

Combine Chapters

RAM

Multiple editing is possible.

For your reference

• Use search, Time Slip or Slow-motion (Ô page 23) to find the desired point.

• To skip to the start or end of a title, press [u] (start) or [i] (end).

Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER].

• Once deleted, 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 [e,r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

Press [w,q] to select “Combine” and press [ENTER].

• The selected chapter and next chapter are combined.

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Creating, editing and playing playlists

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

3 Press [e,r] to select “Playlists” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [e,r,w,q] to select “Create”

and press [ENTER].

Playlists

Playlist View

DVD-RAM

-- --

Create

-- -- --

e,r,w,q

ENTER

SUB MENU

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

You can arrange the chapters (Ô page 30) to create a playlist.

Chapter

Playlist

Title

Chapter

Chapter Chapter

Title

Chapter

• Editing playlists doesn’t modify the recorded data. Playlists are not recorded separately so this doesn’t use much capacity.

• You cannot create or edit a playlist while recording.

RAM

• The maximum number of items on a disc: –Playlists: 99 –Chapters in playlists: Approximately 1000

(Depends on the state of recording.)

• If you exceed the maximum numbers of items for a disc, all the items entered will not be recorded.

Preparation

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

• Turn the unit on.

• Insert the disc with the title to edit (Ô page 16).

• Release disc or cartridge protection (Ô page 36).

Creating playlists

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

FUNCTIONS

Cartridge Protection Off

ENTER RETURN

Disc Protection Off

G-Code Record

Playlists Flexible Rec DV Auto Rec

Setup DVD Management

DVD-RAM

Playback

Recording

Delete

To Others

ENTER RETURN

SUB MENU Select

Page 01/01

0 9

No.

5 Press [w,q] to select the source title

and press [r].

• Press [ENTER] to select all the chapters in the title, then skip to step 7.

Playlists

Create

DVD-RAM

08 ARD 7. 5. SUN

Source Title

Source Chapter

001

Chapters in Playlist

---

ENTER

SUB MENU

RETURN

002

---

Select

---

003

---

Press RETURN to exit.

Page 01/01

Page 001/001

0 9

No.

6 Press [w,q] to select the chapter you

want to add to a playlist and press [ENTER].

•Press [e] to cancel.

Playlists

Create

DVD-RAM

08 ARD 7. 5. SUN

Source Title

Source Chapter

001

002

Chapters in Playlist

---

ENTER RETURN

SUB MENU

Select

• You can also create a new chapter from the source title. Press [SUB MENU] to select “Create Chapter” and press [ENTER] (Ô page 31, Create Chapter).

---

003

---

Press RETURN to exit.

Page 01/01

Page 001/001

0 9

No.

7 Press [w,q] to select the position to

insert the chapter and press [ENTER].

Playlists

Create

DVD-RAM

08 ARD 7. 5. SUN

Source Title

Source Chapter

001

002

Chapters in Playlist

---

ENTER

SUB MENU Select

RETURN

•Press [e] to select other source titles.

• Repeat steps 5–7 to add other chapters.

---

003

---

Press RETURN to exit.

Page 01/01

Page 001/001

0 9

No.

8 Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

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Editing and playing playlists/chapters

RAM

-RW(VR)

(play only)

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

3 Press [e,r] to select “Playlists” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [e,r,w,q] to select the playlist.

To start play Ô Press [ENTER]. To edit Ô Step 5.

Playlists

Playlist View

DVD-RAM

01 --

7. 5. SUN 0:30

-- -- --

ENTER

SUB MENU Select

RETURN

Create

Page 01/01

0 9

No.

• To show other pages/Multiple editing (Ô page 30)

5 Press [SUB MENU], then press [e,r]

to select the operation and press [ENTER].

• If you select “Edit”, press [e,r] to select the operation and

press [ENTER].

Create

Copy

Delete

Properties

Edit

Chapter View

Enter Name

Change Thumbnail

If you select “Chapter View” (Ô step 6)

Refer to “Playlist operations” (Ô right).

6 Press [e,r,w,q] to select the chapter.

To start play Ô Press [ENTER]. To edit Ô Step 7.

Playlists

Chapter View

DVD-RAM

01 7. 5. SUN 0:30

001 002

0:00.15 0:00.24

--- --- ---

Previous Next

ENTER

RETURN

Page 01/01

SUB MENU Select

--- ---

---

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

0 9

No.

• To show other pages/Multiple editing (Ô page 30)

7 Press [SUB MENU], then press [e,r]

to select the operation and press [ENTER].

Add Chapter

Move Chapter

Create Chapter

Combine Chapters

Delete Chapter

Playlist

View

• You can go back to the Playlist View.

Refer to “Chapter operations” (Ô right).

Playlist operations

After performing steps 1–5 (Ô left)

Press [w,q] to select “Delete” and press

Delete

RAM

[ENTER]. Once deleted, the playlists are lost and cannot be restored.

Make certain before proceeding.

Playlist information (e.g., time and date) is shown.

• Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.

Properties

RAM -RW(VR)

Create

RAM

Ô page 32, Creating playlists, steps 5–8

Dinosaur

No. Chapters01012

Properties

ENTER

Date Total

RETURN

7. 5.2006 SUN 0:30.05

Press [w,q] to select “Copy” and press

Copy

RAM

[ENTER].

• The copied playlist becomes the newest one in the playlist view screen.

Enter Name

RAM

Change

Ô page 35, Entering text

Ô page 31, Change Thumbnail

Thumbnail

RAM

Multiple editing is possible.

Chapter operations

RAM

After performing steps 1–7 (Ô left)

• Editing chapters in a playlist does not modify the source titles and source chapters.

Add

Ô page 32, Creating playlists, steps 5–8

Chapter

Press [e,r,w,q] to select the position to insert the chapter and press [ENTER].

Playlists

Move Chapter

DVD-RAM

Move Chapter

Create

01 7. 5. SUN 0:30

001 002

0:00.15 0:00.24

--- --- ---

Previous Next

ENTER

RETURN

Ô page 31, Create Chapter

Page 01/01

SUB MENU Select

--- ---

---

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

0 9

No.

Chapter Combine

Ô page 31, Combine Chapters

Chapters Delete

Chapter

Multiple editing is possible.

Ô page 31, Delete Chapter The playlist itself is deleted if you delete all the chapters in it.

Creating, editing and playing playlists

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

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Copying from a video cassette recorder

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

Numbered

buttons

INPUT SELECT

u,i

e,r,w,q

ENTER

FUNCTIONS

DV automatic recording (DV Auto Rec)

RAM -R -RW(V) +R +RW

RAM

Programmes are recorded as a title while at the same time chapters are created at each break in the images and the playlist is created automatically.

When “DV Auto Rec” screen is displayed

DV Auto Rec

DV unit is connected. Record From the DV unit ?

CancelRec to DVD

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

Press [w,q] to select “Rec to DVD” and press [ENTER]. You can proceed to step 4.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

SUB MENU

* REC

REC MODE

You can record from equipment connected to the AV3, AV4, or DV IN terminals on the unit.

• To connect to the AV4 terminals (Ô page 9)

• To connect to the AV3 or DV IN terminals (Ô below)

• You can also connect to the AV2 input terminal on the rear.

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

EXT LINK

This unit

DV cable (IEEE 1394, 4-pin)

Other video equipment

AV3

DV IN

S Video cable

RETURN

Yellow White Red

Audio/video cable

3 Press [e,r] to select “DV Auto Rec”

and press [ENTER].

4 Press [w,q] 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 [g]. The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER].

Note

• Only one piece of DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder) can

be connected to the unit via the DV IN terminal.

• It is not possible to operate the unit from the connected DV

equipment.

• The DV IN terminal 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 of 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 (Ô below).

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If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural

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

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

Preparation

• Turn on the unit and connected equipment.

• Insert a disc (Ô page 16).

• Press [REC MODE] to select the recording mode.

• When recording a bilingual programme (Ô page 14).

• When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC, change “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu (Ô page 43). This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC signals.

• To reduce noise in input from external equipment, set “AV-in NR” to “On” (Ô page 28).

• When recording from the unit’s DV IN terminal

Select the type of audio recording from “Audio Mode for DV Input” in the Setup menu (Ô page 40). When recording from DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder), you can record audio/video recordings from DV tape only.

Manual recording

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

1 While stopped

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

e.g., If you have connected to the AV3 input terminals, select “AV3”.

2 Start play on the other equipment. 3 When you want to start recording

Press [* REC].

Recording starts.

• Using Flexible Recording (Ô page 17), you can record 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.

To skip unwanted parts

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

To stop recording

Press [g].

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.

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Entering text

Refer to the control reference on page 34.

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

You can give names to recorded titles, etc. The maximum number of characters:

-R -R DL

RAM

Title

Characters

64 (44 )

-RW(V) +R

+R DL +RW

Title 44

Characters

Playlist 64 Disc 40

Disc 64

Title name for timer recording

If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens.

1 Show Enter Name screen.

Title (timer recording) (Ô page 18, 19, step 3)

Title (Ô page 30, step 3)

Playlist (Ô page 33, step 5)

Disc (Ô page 36, “Providing a name for a disc”)

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

If you enter a long name, only part of it is shown in the Top Menu after finalization (Ô page 37). When entering a title name, the name that will appear in the Top Menu can be previewed in “Top Menu Preview” window.

Name field: shows the text you have entered

Enter Name

Top Menu Preview

Delete Add to List List Names

Set

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

12345

ABC a

DEF d

GH INOg

JKL j

PQRSp

TUV t

WXY Z w

67890

ef/ %

hi $#&

kl @

qrs( )

uv{ }

xyz

Space

]

;

n To add a name

You can add frequently used names and recall them later. Maximum number of registered names: 20 Maximum number of characters per name: 20 After entering the name (Ô left, steps 1–2). 1Press [i] while the name to be added is shown in the name

field.

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

To cancel adding word

Press [RETURN].

n To recall an added name

1Press [u]. 2Press [e,r,w,q] to select the name to be recalled and press

[ENTER].

n To delete an added name

1Press [u]. 2Press [e,r,w,q] to select the name to be deleted and press

[SUB MENU].

3 Press [ENTER]. 4Press [w] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. 5 Press [RETURN].

Copying from a video cassette recorder/Entering text

2 Press [e,r,w,q] to select a character

and press [ENTER].

Repeat this step to enter other characters.

• To delete a character

Press [e,r,w,q] to select the character in the name field and press [h].

• 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 [ ] and press [ENTER].

• To add/recall names (Ô right)

3 Press [g] (Set).

Returns to the previously displayed screen.

To e n d p a r t way

Press [RETURN]. Text is not saved.

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DVD Management

Disc Name

DVD Management

DVD-RAM

DOCUMENTARY

Titles Used110:22

Rema

My favorite

Chapter 1

Disc Name

Disc Protection

Delete all titles

Off

DVD Management

DVD-RAM

Titles Used110:03

Remain 1:57(SP)

FUNCTIONS

e,r,w,q

ENTER

RETURN

Common procedures

Preparation

RAM

•

Release protection (Ô below).

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

3 Press [e,r] to select “DVD

Management” and press [ENTER].

Select which step 4 to perform depending on what you want to do next.

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Providing a name for a disc

RAM -R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô above)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Disc Name”

and press [ENTER].

Ô page 35, Entering text

• The disc name is displayed in the DVD Management window.

• With a finalized disc and +RW, the name is displayed on the Top Menu.

Setting the protection

RAM

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô above)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Disc

Protection” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press

[ENTER].

Deleting all titles and playlists –Delete all titles

RAM

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô left)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Delete all titles”

and press [ENTER].

5 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press

[ENTER].

6 Press [w,q] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

A message appears when finished.

7 Press [ENTER].

Note

• Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding.

• Deleting all video titles will result in all playlists also being deleted.

• Delete does not work if one or more titles are protected.

Deleting all the contents of a disc –Format Disc

RAM -RW(V) +RW -RW(VR)

+R +R DL

(New disc only)

Note

Formatting deletes all contents (including computer data), and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before proceeding. The contents are deleted when you format it even if

you have set protection.

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô left)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Format Disc”

and press [ENTER].

5 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press

[ENTER].

6 Press [w,q] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

A message appears when formatting is finished.

Note

• Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while formatting. This can render the disc unusable.

• Formatting normally takes a few minutes, however it may take up to a maximum of 70 minutes ( ).

RAM

7 Press [ENTER].

Note

-R -R DL

• Formatting cannot be performed on the disc.

-RW(V) -RW(VR)

• You can format only as DVD-Video format on this unit.

• When a disc has been formatted using this unit, it may not be possible to use it on any other equipment.

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The lock symbol appears closed when the disc is writeprotected.

Cartridge–protection

RAM

(with a cartridge)

With the write-protect tab in the protect position, play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.

PROTECT

RAM

To stop formatting

Press [RETURN].

• You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc must be reformatted if you do this.

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Selecting whether to show the Top

Disc Name

Auto-Play Select

Finalize

Top Menu

DVD Management

DVD-R DL

Titles Used10:00

Remain

of the first layer

3:54(LP)

Menu first –Auto-Play Select

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing. Make selections before finalizing the disc.

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 36)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Auto-Play

Select” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [e,r] to select “Top Menu” or

“Title 1” and press [ENTER].

Top Menu: The top menu appears first. Title 1: The disc content is played without displaying the

top menu.

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment –Finalize

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL

Finalize the disc so you can play it on other DVD equipment. The equipment must be able to play finalized discs. To check compatibility with other equipment, refer to page 4.

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 36)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Finalize” and

press [ENTER].

5 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press

[ENTER].

6 Press [w,q] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

• Finalizing starts. You cannot cancel finalizing.

• Finalizing can take a few minutes, up to a maximum of 15 minutes, depending on the remaining space on the disc.

-R DL +R DL

( up to 60 minutes.)

Note

Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while finalizing. This will render the disc unusable.

7 Press [ENTER].

After finalizing

-R -R DL +R +R DL

• The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record or edit.

-RW(V)

• You can record and edit the disc after formatting (Ô page 36) although it becomes play-only after finalizing.

• Titles are divided into about 5-minute ( 8-minute) chapters after finalizing. 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.

• You cannot finalize discs recorded on other manufacturers’ equipment.

• Discs finalized on this unit may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the recording.

• When finalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it may take longer than displayed on the confirmation screen (approximately four times).

+R +R DL

Creating Top Menu –Create Top Menu

+RW

+RW discs contain no Top Menu data. Top Menu is a convenient function. We recommend you to create the menu before playing a +RW disc on other equipment.

You cannot use Top Menu for playing on this unit.

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 36)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Create Top

Menu” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press

[ENTER].

6 Press [w,q] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

Creating Top Menu starts. You cannot cancel creating. Creating Top Menu can take a few minutes.

7 Press [ENTER].

Recording or editing on the disc may delete the menu. In that case, create the menu again.

Enabling the second layer on DL (dual- or double- layer on single side) discs to be recordable –Close First Layer

-R DL +R DL

DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two layers of recording surface on one side. This unit does not offer seamless recording on two layers. Recording stops when space on the first layer becomes full. You must close the first layer to start recording on the second layer. Closing makes the first layer unavailable for recording (editing is still available). You cannot cancel closing. Make certain before proceeding.

After performing steps 1–3 (Ô page 36)

4 Press [e,r] to select “Close First

Layer” and press [ENTER].

5 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press

[ENTER].

6 Press [w,q] to select “Start” and

press [ENTER].

Closing the layer starts. You cannot cancel closing. Closing the layer can take several minutes, up to a maximum of 30 minutes, depending on the remaining space on the first layer.

Note

Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while closing the layer. This will render the disc unusable.

7 Press [ENTER].

• You cannot close the first layer when it has no recording.

• By closing the layer, you can record or edit discs that have been recorded on the second layer by other equipment.

n To confirm the layer you can record

You can confirm the remaining recording time on the layer you can record.

DVD Management

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Child Lock

The Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operating the unit.

Press and hold [ENTER] and [RETURN] simultaneously until “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display.

ENTER

Changing the unit’s settings

; OPEN/CLOSE

EXT LINK

AV3

DV IN

2 CH 1

Australia and N.Z.

e.g.,

Numbered

buttons

RETURN

If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display and operation is impossible.

To cancel the Child Lock

Press and hold [ENTER] and [RETURN] simultaneously until “X HOLD” disappears.

Common procedures

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

3 Press [e,r] to select “Setup” and

press [ENTER].

e.g.,

Australia and N.Z.

Tabs Menus Options

Setup

Tuning

Disc

Picture

Sound

Display

Connection

Others

Remote Control

Clock

Power Save

Quick Start

Country

DivX Registration

Initialize

TAB

DVD 1

Off

Australia

SELECT

RETURN

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e,r,w,q

ENTER

4 Press [e,r] to select the tab and

FUNCTIONFUNCTIONS

press [q].

5 Press [e,r] to select the menu and

RETURN

press [ENTER].

6 Press [e,r] to select the option and

press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Note

There may be differences in operation methods. If this happens, follow the on-screen instructions for the operation.

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Summary of settings

The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.

Tab s Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)

Tuning Manual (Ô page 42)

Auto-Setup Restart (Ô page 43)

Disc Settings for Playback

Picture Comb Filter

• 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.

DVD-Audio Video mode Playback

Select “On” to play DVD-Video content on some DVDAudio.

Soundtrack • Some discs start in a certain

DVD-V

Subtitle • Automatic

DVD-V

Menus •English

DVD-V

Settings for Recording

• Press [ENTER] to show the following setting.

Recording time in EP mode

Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode (Ô page 15, Recording modes and approximate recording times).

Select the picture sharpness when recording. The setting is fixed with “On” if you set “TV System” to “NTSC” (Ô page 43).

Still Mode

Select the type of picture shown when you pause play (Ô page 50, Frames and fields).

language despite any changes you make here.

• Enter a code (Ô page 41) 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 (Ô page 22).

•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 Level

• On: The setting returns to “Off” when you change the disc or

•Off

•English

• Spanish

• Original: The original language of each disc will be selected.

• Other

• English • German • French • Italian

• Spanish

• EP ( 6Hours ):

• EP ( 8Hours )

•On

• Off: Select it when recording noisy pictures.

• Automatic

• Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected.

• Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen

: All DVD-Video can be played.

ratings recorded on them.

• Change Password

• Temporary Unlock

turn the unit off.

• German • French • Italian

: If the language selected for “Soundtrack” is not

available, subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on that disc.

• Other

• German • French • Italian

• 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.

: Pictures become clear and vivid. Normally, use this setting.

(The picture is coarser.)

clearly when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is clearer and finer.)

Child Lock/Changing the unit’s settings

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Changing the unit’s settings

Refer to the control reference on page 38.

Tab s Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)

Sound

Dynamic Range Compression (Dolby Digital only)

DVD-V

Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.

Bilingual Audio Selection

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type when recording to a disc.

Digital Audio Output

Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (Ô page 10).

• 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 above settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.

Dolby Digital Select how to output the

signal. Select “Bitstream” if the connected equipment decodes the signal. Select “PCM” if this unit

DTS • Bitstream

decodes the signal and outputs it as 2 channel.

Note

Not making the proper

MPEG • Bitstream: When connected to equipment with a built-in MPEG

settings may result in noise or some trouble for digital recording.

Audio Mode for DV Input

You can select the kind of audio when recording from the unit’s DV IN terminal (Ô page 34).

Display On-Screen Messages

Choose whether to show status messages automatically.

Grey Background

Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the grey background when tuner reception is weak.

FL Display

Changes the brightness of the unit’s display. This setting is fixed with “Automatic” if you set “Power Save” to “On” (Ô page 41).

Connection TV Aspect (Ô page 11) • 16:9 • 4:3

Progressive (Ô page 12)

This setting is fixed with “Off” if you set “AV1 Output” to “RGB 1 ( without component )” or “RGB 2 ( without component )”.

TV System (Ô page 43) •PAL •NTSC

AV1 O u tput

Select the output from the AV1 terminal. Select “RGB 1 ( without component )” or “RGB 2 ( without component )” for RGB output. Select “Video ( with component )” or “S Video ( with component )” for component output (progressive output). Set according to the signal and terminal of the connected TV.

AV2 I n p ut

This setting is according to the output signal of the connected equipment.

•On •Off

•M1

•M2

You cannot select this when recording from an external source (except from DV equipment connected to this unit’s DV IN terminal). Select the audio on the other equipment.

• On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz. (Choose when the connected equipment cannot process signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)

: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.

•Off (Choose when the connected equipment can process signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)

• Bitstream

: When connecting to equipment displaying the Dolby

Digital logo.

• PCM: When connecting to equipment not displaying the

Dolby Digital logo.

: When connecting to equipment displaying the DTS

logo.

• PCM: When connecting to equipment not displaying the

DTS logo.

decoder.

: When connected to equipment without a built-in

•PCM

MPEG decoder.

• Stereo 1

: Records audio (L1, R1).

• Stereo 2: Records added audio such as narration (L2, R2)

subsequent to original recording.

• Mix: Records both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2.

-R -R DL -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

When recording bilingual broadcast to a disc, select the type of audio in advance from “Bilingual Audio Selection” (Ô above).

• Automatic

•On

•Bright

•Off

•Dim

• Automatic: The display turns dark during play, and reappears

momentarily when you press a button. When the unit is turned off, all displays disappear. While using this mode, the standby power consumption can be reduced.

• Letterbox

•On •Off

• Video ( with component )

: Select when a TV is connected that can receive a composite signal.

• S Video ( with component ): Select when a TV is connected that can receive an S Video signal.

• RGB 1 ( without component ): Select when you have connected a TV that can receive RGB signals. Select this mode so the TV automatically switches to display the picture from the unit when you turn the unit on.

• RGB 2 ( without component ): Select when you have connected a TV that can receive RGB signals. If you would like to switch to display the picture from the unit only when playback or viewing menus, select this mode.

• Video

• S Video

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Tab s Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)

Others Remote Control (Ô page 13) •DVD1

Clock (Ô page 44) Power Save

• Refer to the following when “Power Save” is set to “On”. – “FL Display” is automatically set to “Automatic”

(Ô page 40).

– The “Quick Start” function does not work. (It is

automatically turned to “Off”.)

Quick Start

The Quick Start feature enables this unit to be ready to start recording as quick as approx. 1 second after turning it on.

You can start recording soon after deciding you want to record something.

Only when recording to DVD-RAM.

• If this is set to “On”, “Power Save” is automatically turned to “Off”.

Country (Ô page 11) DivX Registration

Displays the unit’s registration code.

Initialize

• Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.

Shipping Condition

All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password and time settings return to the factory preset. The timer recording programmes are also cancelled.

Default Settings

All the settings except for the programmed channels, time settings, country settings , disc language settings,

ratings level, ratings password and remote control code return to the factory presets.

For Australia and N.Z.

• On: Power consumption is minimized when the unit is turned to

•Off

•On

• Off: Standby power consumption is less than when this is set to

• Australia

You need this registration code to purchase and play DivX Videoon-Demand (VOD) content (Ô page 26, Regarding DivX VOD content).

•Yes •No

•DVD2 •DVD3

standby (approx. 2 W).

“On”.

• New Zealand

• Others

Changing the unit’s settings

Language code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons.

Abkhazian: 6566 Catalan: 6765 Gujarati: 7185 Lingala: 7678 Rhaeto-Romance: Tamil: 8465 Afar: 6565 Chinese: 9072 Hausa: 7265 Lithuanian: 7684 8277 Tatar: 8484 Afrikaans: 6570 Corsican: 6779 Hebrew: 7387 Macedonian: 7775 Romanian: 8279 Telugu: 8469 Albanian: 8381 Croatian: 7282 Hindi: 7273 Malagasy: 7771 Russian: 8285 Thai: 8472 Ameharic: 6577 Czech: 6783 Hungarian: 7285 Malay: 7783 Samoan: 8377 Tibetan: 6679 Arabic: 6582 Danish: 6865 Icelandic: 7383 Malayalam: 7776 Sanskrit: 8365 Tigrinya: 8473 Armenian: 7289 Dutch: 7876 Indonesian: 7378 Maltese: 7784 Scots Gaelic: 7168 Tonga: 8479 Assamese: 6583 English: 6978 Interlingua: 7365 Maori: 7773 Serbian: 8382 Turkish: 8482 Aymara: 6589 Esperanto: 6979 Irish: 7165 Marathi: 7782 Serbo-Croatian:8372 Turkmen: 8475 Azerbaijani: 6590 Estonian: 6984 Italian: 7384 Moldavian: 7779 Shona: 8378 Twi: 8487 Bashkir: 6665 Faroese: 7079 Japanese: 7465 Mongolian: 7778 Sindhi: 8368 Ukrainian: 8575 Basque: 6985 Fiji: 7074 Javanese: 7487 Nauru: 7865 Singhalese: 8373 Urdu: 8582 Bengali; Bangla: Finnish: 7073 Kannada: 7578 Nepali: 7869 Slovak: 8375 Uzbek: 8590

6678 French: 7082 Kashmiri: 7583 Norwegian: 7879 Slovenian: 8376 Vietnamese: 8673 Bhutani: 6890 Frisian: 7089 Kazakh: 7575 Oriya: 7982 Somali: 8379 Volapük: 8679 Bihari: 6672 Galician: 7176 Kirghiz: 7589 Pashto, Pushto:8083 Spanish: 6983 Welsh: 6789 Breton: 6682 Georgian: 7565 Korean: 7579 Persian: 7065 Sudanese: 8385 Wolof: 8779 Bulgarian: 6671 German: 6869 Kurdish: 7585 Polish: 8076 Swahili: 8387 Xhosa: 8872 Burmese: 7789 Greek: 6976 Laotian: 7679 Portuguese: 8084 Swedish: 8386 Yiddish: 7473 Byelorussian: 6669 Greenlandic: 7576 Latin: 7665 Punjabi: 8065 Tagalog: 8476 Yoruba: 8979 Cambodian: 7577 Guarani: 7178 Latvian, Lettish:7686 Quechua: 8185 Tajik: 8471 Zulu: 9085

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Resetting channel setting

Refer to the control reference on page 38.

You can add or delete channels, or change programme positions.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

3 Press [e,r] to select “Setup” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [e,r] to select “Tuning” and

press [q].

Setup

Manual

Auto-Setup Restart

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others

SELECT

ENTER

TAB

RETURN

5 Press [e,r] to select “Manual” and

press [ENTER].

Manual Tuning

Pos

Name

ARD

ZDF N3

HR3

BR3

5 6

SELECT

7 8

ENTER

RETURN

Delete

Move

Add

B CA

To delete a programme position

Press [e,r,w,q] to select a programme position and press [A].

To add a blank programme position

Press [e,r,w,q] to select a programme position and press [B].

To move a TV station to another programme position

1 Press [e,r,w,q] to select a programme position and press

[C].

2 Press [e,r] to select the new programme position to

which you want to assign the TV station and press [ENTER].

Pos

Name

4 2 5 8

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

To change detailed station settings

After performing steps 1–5 (Ô left)

6 Press [e,r,w,q] to select a

programme position and press [ENTER].

e.g.,

Australia and N.Z.

Pos

Manual

Name

Tuning

Channel

Fine Tuning

Mono

SELECT

RETURN

RETURN : leave

Press [e,r] to select an item and press [q].

Pos To change the programme position in which the

TV stations are assigned

Press [e,r] or the numbered buttons to select the number of the desired programme position and press [ENTER].

Name To enter or change the name of a TV station

Press [e,r,w,q] to enter station name and press [ENTER]. If the station name needs a blank space, select the blank between “Z” and “ ”.

Channel To enter newly available TV stations or change

the channel number of an already tuned TV station

Press [e,r] or the numbered buttons to enter the channel number of the desired TV station. Wait a few moments until the desired TV station has been tuned. After the desired TV station is tuned, press [ENTER].

Fine Tuning To obtain the best tuning condition

Press [e,r] to adjust the best tuning condition and press [ENTER].

•Press [q] to return to “Auto”.

Video System

To select the video system type

Press [e,r] to select “PAL” or “SECAM” if the picture lacks colour, and press [ENTER]. Auto: This unit automatically distinguishes PAL

PAL: For receiving PAL signals. SECAM: For receiving SECAM signals.

• This setting is also available when you select the

Audio Mode

To select the audio reception type

If sound quality is poor, press [e,r] to select items and press [ENTER]. BG: PAL B.G I: PAL I DK: PAL D.K.K1

Mono To select the type of sound to be recorded

Press [e,r] to select “On” if the stereo sound is distorted due to inferior reception conditions, or if you want to record the normal (mono) sound during a stereo, bilingual or NICAM broadcast, and press [ENTER].

Only for Asia, Middle East and South Africa

ARD

Auto

Off

and SECAM signals.

external input channel (AV1, AV2, AV3 or AV4) in step 5. In order to record properly, make the appropriate setting to match the connected equipment.

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TV System

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture

TV System

PAL

NTSC

Automatic setting

You can restart auto channel setting if the channel reception setting (Ô page 11) fails for some reason.

After performing steps 1–4 (Ô page 42)

5 Press [e,r] to select “Auto-Setup

Restart” and press [ENTER].

The confirmation screen appears.

6 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and

press [ENTER].

For Australia and N.Z.

• If the Country setting menu appears on the television Press [e,r] to select the country and press [ENTER].

You can also use the following method to restart Auto-Setup. When the unit is on and stopped

Press and hold [2 CH] and [CH 1] on the main unit until the Country setting screen or the Auto-Setup screen appears.

• All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password and time settings return to the factory preset. The timer recording programmes are also cancelled.

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

List of TV Reception Channels

For Australia and N.Z.

Tune r

System

PAL-B Australia 0-12 28-69 45 MHz–470 MHz

PAL-BG New Zealand 1-11 21-69 44 MHz–470 MHz

For Asia

Tuner System

SECAM-DKK1

For Middle East and South Africa

Tuner System

PA L- D K ,

PA L- B G H,

SECAM-BG

PA L- I

PAL-D China 1-12 13-57 Z1-Z35

PA L- B G H,

SECAM-BG

Channel

Coverage

Channel

Coverage

OIRT R1-R12 21-69 44 MHz–470 MHz

CCIR E2-E12 E21-E69

Hong

Kong

Channel

Coverage

CCIR E2-E12 E21-E69

VHF UHF CATV

S01-S05

M1-M10, U1-U10

S21-S41

– 21-69 –

VHF UHF CATV

S01-S05

M1-M10, U1-U10

S21-S41

Refer to the control reference on page 38.

Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to record NTSC video from another source.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

3 Press [e,r] to select “Setup” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [e,r] to select “Connection”

and press [q].

5 Press [e,r] to select “TV System”

and press [ENTER].

6 Press [e,r] to select the TV system

and press [ENTER].

Resetting channel setting/TV System

• PAL (factory preset)

– Select when connecting to a PAL or Multi-system

television. Programmes recorded using NTSC are played as PAL 60.

– Select to record television programmes and PAL input from

other equipment.

•NTSC

– Select when connecting to an NTSC television. Television

programmes cannot be recorded properly.

– Select to record NTSC input from other equipment.

The confirmation screen appears.

7 Press [w,q] to select “Yes” and press

[ENTER].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

n To change the setting all at once (PAL ↔ NTSC)

While stopped, press and hold [g] and [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds.

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Set the clock manually

Refer to the control reference on page 38.

• In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [e,r] to select “To Others” and

press [ENTER].

3 Press [e,r] to select “Setup” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [e,r] to select “Others” and

press [q].

5 Press [e,r] to select “Clock” and

press [ENTER].

Clock

Time Date

Number 0 9

Please set clock manually.

CHANGE

SELECT

ENTER : store RETURN : leave

ENTER

RETURN

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20065.7

6 Select an item with [w,q] and press

[e,r] to change the settings.

The items change as follows: Hour Minute Second Day Month Year

You can also use the numbered buttons for setting.

7 Press [ENTER] when you have

finished the settings.

The clock starts.

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Safety precautions

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high

temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit

and cause a fire.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when

setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not

damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC

mains lead can cause electric shock.

Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric

shock.

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

“DTS” and “DTS 2.0 + Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric

shock or malfunction.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if it is not to be used for a long time.

Official DivX CertifiedTM product. Plays DivX compliance with DivX Certified

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used under license.

5, DivX®4, DivX®3, and DivX® VOD video content (in

technical requirements).

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This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Messages

On the television

Authorization Error. • You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration

Cannot finish recording completely.

Cannot record on the disc. • The disc may be dirty or scratched. 6

Unable to format.

Please check the disc.

Cannot record. Disc is full.

Cannot record. Maximum numbers of titles exceeded.

No disc • The disc may be upside down. —

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.

Rental Expired. • The DivX VOD content has zero remaining plays. You cannot play it.

code. You cannot play the content on this unit.

• The programme was copy-protected.

• The disc may be full.

• The maximum number of times you can record the programme is exceeded.

• Create space by deleting any unnecessary titles. (Even if you delete recorded content from DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL, there is no increase in disc space.)

• Use a new disc.

DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW.

• You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL or +RW. Format the disc with this unit.

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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.

DVD (“ ” stands for a number.)

HARD ERR

(“HARD” and “ERR” are alternately displayed.)

NoREAD • The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot record, play, or edit.

NoWRIT • Recording may be unavailable due to a disc problem. Use a new disc.

NoERAS • Deleting an item may be unavailable due to a disc problem. Use a new disc. —

PLEASE WAIT

(“PLEASE” and “WAIT” are alternately displayed.)

PROG FULL

(“PROG” and “FULL” are alternately displayed.)

UNSUPPORT

(“UNSUP” and “PORT” are alternately displayed.)

UNFORMAT

(“UNFOR” and “MAT” are alternately displayed.)

U59 • The unit is hot.

U61 • The unit detected an error while recording or playing with no disc in the disc tray. The unit is

U88 • The unit detected an error while recording or playing with a disc in the disc tray. The unit is

U99 • The unit fails to operate properly. Press [8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.

XHOLD • The Child Lock function is activated.

• 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.

• If there is no change after turning the unit on and off, consult the dealer where the unit was purchased.

• The message may appear when the DVD lens cleaner has finished cleaning. Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to eject the disc.

• The unit’s “TV System” setting differs from the TV system used by the disc. Change the “TV System” in the Setup menu.

• Displayed when the unit is started. This is not a malfunction.

• The unit is carrying out its recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while “PLEASE WAIT” is displayed.

• There are already 16 timer programmes. Delete unnecessary timer programmes. 21

• You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play or record on. 4, 5

• You have inserted a new DVD-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW or a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) recorded on 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 vent on the rear of the unit.

carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to normal operation. The unit is not broken. Wait until the message disappears.

Now press [8] on the main unit again to turn the unit on.

Press and hold [ENTER] and [RETURN] simultaneously until “X HOLD” disappears.

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Frequently asked questions

Set up Page

What equipment is necessary to play multi channel surround sound?

Are the headphones and speakers directly connected to the unit?

The television has both S VIDEO IN terminal and COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals. Which terminal should I connect with?

Is my television progressive output compatible?

Disc

Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVDVideo Format), +R, +R DL and +RW recorded on this unit be played on other equipment?

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, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL and +RW compatibility with this unit.

Please tell me about CD-R and CD-RW compatibility with this unit.

• DVD-Video: You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder.

• DVD-Audio: This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel surround sound.

• You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier etc. 10

• Connecting with the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a more vivid picture compared to connecting with the S VIDEO OUT terminal. If you have an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan, connect through the COMPONENT VIDEO terminals for high-quality progressive video. If you have a CRT television or a multi system television using PAL mode that is compatible with progressive scan, we cannot recommend progressive output as some flickering can occur.

• All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

• You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on this unit. It is not necessary to finalize +RW. 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 play DVD-Video if their region number is not supported by this unit. 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.

• This unit records and plays DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW, and plays DVD-RW (VR format).

• This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible discs.

• After recording but before finalizing +R, +R DL discs – You may not be able to play and record discs on this unit after recording

them on other Panasonic products or other manufacturer’s equipment.

– You may not be able to play and record discs on other equipment after

recording them on this unit. After finalizing the disc, you will be able to play it on any DVD-Video compatible player.

• This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs (audio recording discs) which have been recorded under one of the following standards: CD-DA, Video CD, MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). Close the session after recording.

• You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.

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Recording

Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD?

Can I record digital audio signals using this unit?

Can a digital audio signal from this unit be recorded to other equipment?

Can I switch to bilingual broadcast during recording?

• Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected; therefore, recording is usually not possible.

• You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on this unit are for output only. (The audio recorded using the unit’s DV IN terminal from a digital video camcorder, 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/DTS/MPEG: 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 DVD-RAM, you can. Just press [AUDIO]. This does not affect the actual recording of the audio.

• With DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW, you cannot.

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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 remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.

The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:

• Regular disc rotating sounds.

• Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.

• Image disturbance during search.

Power Page

No power. The unit does not turn on pressing [^ DVD].

The unit switches to the standby mode.

TV screen and video

Television reception worsens after connecting the unit.

Status messages do not appear.

The grey background does not appear.

Picture does not appear during timer recording.

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.

There is no apparent change in picture quality when adjusted with the Picture menu in the onscreen menus.

The images from this unit do not appear on the television.

Picture is distorted. • Progressive output is set to on but the connected television is not progressive compatible.

Displays

The display is dim. • Change “FL Display” in the Setup menu. 40 “0:00” is flashing on the

unit’s display. 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.

“U88” is displayed and the disc cannot be ejected.

Sound

No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type.

Cannot switch audio. • You cannot change the audio type when playing DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format),

• Insert the AC mains lead securely into a known active AC mains socket. 8, 9

• One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [8] on the main unit to turn the unit on. —

• 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.

• Select “Automatic” in “On-Screen Messages” in the Setup menu. 40

• Select “On” in “Grey Background” in the Setup menu. 40

• Timer recordings work regardless whether the unit is on or off. To confirm the timer recording is going to work properly, turn the unit on.

• Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, set “Progressive” in the Picture menu to “Off”.

• Check the settings for “TV Aspect” in the Setup menu.

• Set “Playback NR” in the Picture menu to “Off”. 28

• Set “Progressive” in the Picture 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.

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• 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., AV1) is correct.

Press and hold [g] and [q x1.3] on the main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace.

• The unit’s “TV System” setting differs from the TV system used by the disc now playing. While stopped, press and hold [g] and [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit for 5 or more seconds. The system switches from PAL to NTSC or vice versa.

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• Times shown may disagree with actual times.

• Even if you delete recorded content from DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL, there is no increase in disc space.

• Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +RW increases only when the last recorded title is deleted. It does not increase if other titles are deleted.

• More disc space than the actual recording time is used after recording or editing DVD-R, DVDR DL, +R or +R DL 200 times or more. (For the second layer on DVD-R DL and +R DL, this happens after about 60 times.)

• While searching, the elapsed time may not display correctly.

• The unit is carrying out the recovery process. Do the following to eject the disc. 1 Press [8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.

If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [8] on the main unit for about 10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.

2 While the unit is off, press and hold [g] and [CH 1] on the main unit at the same time for about

5 seconds. Remove the disc.

• Check the connections and 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 bilingual broadcast programmes.

• The disc may have a restriction on the method of audio output. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then only output the front two channels. Refer to the disc’s jacket.

• Audio may not be output due to how DivX files were created.

+R, +R DL or +RW. When any these disc types is in use, the audio of broadcast programme cannot be changed.

• 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 which audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.

• 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 [8] on the main unit for 10 seconds.)

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Troubleshooting guide

Operation Page

Cannot operate the television. The remote control doesn’t work.

The unit is on but cannot be operated.

Cannot eject disc. • The unit is recording.

Cannot tune channels. • Check the connections. 8, 9

Startup is slow. • Make sure that “Quick Start” is set to “On”.

Takes time to read DVDRAM.

Recording, timer recording and copying

Cannot record. • You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit

Cannot record from external equipment.

Timer recording does not work properly.

CODE programming does

Gnot work properly.

Only for Australia and N.Z.

Timer recording does not stop even when [g] is pressed.

The timer programme remains even after recording finishes.

A part or whole of a recorded title has been lost.

The DV automatic recording function does not work.

• Change manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the code.

• The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the

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code on the remote control. Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at the same time for more than 2 seconds.

• 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.

• Coloured 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

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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.

• The child lock function is activated.

• 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.

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Reset the unit as follows: 1 Press [8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.

If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [8] on the main unit for about 10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby. Alternatively, disconnect the AC mains lead, wait one minute, then reconnect it.

2 Press [8] on the main unit to switch it on. If the unit still cannot be operated, consult the dealer.

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• The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [g] and [CH 1] on the main unit

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at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.

• If the Child Lock function is activated, above operation does not work. Cancel the Child Lock

function.

Even if “Quick Start” is set to “On”, startup is slow if the clock is not set, there was a power failure or the AC plug has just been connected.

• Twenty to 30 seconds after turning on the unit, you can play a disc or start recording to discs other

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than DVD-RAM.

• Startup takes time for a few minutes after 5:15 am due to system maintenance of this unit.

• 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 used

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for a long time.

can record onto.

• The disc is unformatted. Format the disc.

• The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DVD

RAM -RW(V) +R +R DL +RW

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Management.

• Some programmes 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

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limit. Delete unwanted titles or use a new disc.

• You cannot record on finalized DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or

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DVD-RW (VR format) discs.

• Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW, you

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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.

• DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW recorded on this unit may

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not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.

• Check that the connection is correct.

• Select the input channel (“AV2”, “AV3”, “AV4” or “DV”) for the equipment you have connected.

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The timer programme is incorrect or different timer programme times overlap. Correct the programme.

• The unit or the timer programme is not on timer recording standby. (“z” on the unit’s display or the

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timer icon in the timer recording list is not on.) Put the unit and the timer programme on timer recording standby.

• Set the clock.

• When this unit is on, press [g]. A dialog appears, so press [w,q] to select “Stop Recording” and

press [ENTER].

• The timer programme remains if set to daily or weekly. 19

• If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC mains socket while

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recording or editing, the title may be lost or the disc may become unusable. You will have to format the disc ( ) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost

RAM -RW(V) +RW

programmes or discs.

• 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

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• Depending on the equipment, the DV automatic recording may not operate properly.

• You can only record audio/video images on a DV tape.

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Play Page

Play fails to start even when [q] (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. 39

Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected.

No subtitles. • Subtitles are not recorded on the disc.

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You have forgotten your ratings password.

Quick View does not work. • This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.

The resume play function does not work.

The Video CD picture does not display properly.

Time Slip does not work. • Time Slip does not work when the unit’s “TV System” settings are different from the title recorded

When playing PAL disc, picture distorted.

When playing DivX disc, picture distorted.

It takes time before play starts.

Picture stops. • Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2 GB.

Edit

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 “Partial Delete” operation.

Cannot delete chapters. • When the chapter is too short to delete, use “Combine Chapters” to make the chapter longer. 31

The available recording space doesn’t increase even after deleting 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

To reset this unit

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.

• 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.

• When recording to DVD-RAM using EP ( 8Hours ) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use EP ( 6Hours ) mode.

• You cannot play discs during DV automatic recording.

• If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased it.

• This occurs between playlist chapters.

• This occurs as scenes change during Quick View.

• The languages are not recorded on the disc.

• You may have to use the disc’s menus to select languages.

• Set “Subtitle” on the on-screen menu to “On”.

• While the disc tray is open, press and hold [* REC] and [q x1.3] on the main unit at the same time for 5 or more seconds (“INIT” will appear on the unit’s display). The ratings level returns to “8”.

• This does not work while recording in XP or FR mode.

• Memorized positions are cancelled when the unit is turned off or when the tray is opened. The memorized position on the playlist is also cancelled when the playlist and title are edited.

• When connecting to Multi-system TV, select “NTSC” in “TV System” in the Setup menu.

• When connecting to PAL TV, the lower part of the picture cannot be displayed correctly during search.

on the disc.

• Set “Transfer” in Picture menu to “Auto”. 28

• Change “Source Select” in Disc menu. 27

• This is normal on DivX video.

• You tried formatting a disc that is not compatible with this unit.

• The unit writes the chapter 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 DVD-R, DVD-R DL, +R or +R DL does not increase even after deleting previously recorded titles.

• Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +RW increases only when the last recorded title is deleted. It does not increase if other titles are deleted.

them individually.

• Select “Yes” in “Shipping Condition” in the Setup menu. All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password and time settings return to the factory preset. The timer recording programmes are also cancelled.

• Select “Yes” in “Default Settings” in the Setup menu. All the settings other than the programmed channels, time settings, country settings , disc language settings, ratings level, ratings password,

remote control code, return to the factory presets.

Only for Australia and N.Z.

• Press and hold [2 CH] and [CH 1] on the main unit until the Country setting screen or the AutoSetup screen appears. All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password and time settings return to the factory preset. The timer recording programmes are also cancelled.

• While the disc tray is open, press and hold [* REC] and [q x1.3] on the main unit at the same time for 5 or more seconds.

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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.

Component video output

Component signal outputs the colour difference signals (P luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colours. 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.

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.

DivX

A video compression format developed by DivXNetworks, Inc. that compresses video files without any considerable loss of video quality.

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.

Down-mixing

This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on some discs into two channels for stereo output. 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.

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.

Film and video

DVD-Videos 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: Recorded at 25 frames per second (PAL discs) or 24 frames per second (NTSC discs). (NTSC discs recorded at 30 frames per second as well.) Generally appropriate for motion picture films. Video: Recorded at 25 frames/50 fields per second (PAL discs) or 30 frames/60 fields per second (NTSC discs). Generally appropriate for TV drama programmes or animation.

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 DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or +R DL 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.

Formatting

Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment. You can format DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW on this unit. When you use a new DVD-RW, +R, +R DL or +RW, it must be formatted. Formatting deletes irrevocably 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.

B/PR) and

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour 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 feature of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

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

Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and

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

The PAL video signal standard has 625 (or 576) interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning, called 625p (or 576p), uses twice the number of scan lines. For the NTSC standard, these are called 525i (or 480i) and 525p (or 480p) respectively. 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. Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible.

Protection

You can prevent accidental deletion by setting writing protection or deletion protection.

RGB

This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G), and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses them. By dividing the video signal into the three colours for transmission, noise is reduced for even higher quality images.

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 colour still pictures. A common format for storing high quality images on digital cameras and other devices.

fills the screen.

bottom of the picture so the picture itself appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9.

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• 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.

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Specifications

Recording System

DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format DVD-R: DVD-Video format DVD-R DL (Dual Layer): DVD-Video format DVD-RW: DVD-Video format +R +R DL (Double Layer) +RW

Recording time

Maximum 8 hours (using 4.7 GB disc) XP: Approx. 1 hour SP: Approx. 2 hours LP: Approx. 4 hours EP: Approx. 6 hours/8 hours

Recordable discs

DVD -RAM : Ver. 2 . 0

Ver. 2.1/3x–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 Ver. 2.2/5x–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0

DVD-R: for General Ver. 2.0

for General Ver. 2.0/4x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0 for General Ver. 2.x/8x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0

for General Ver. 2.x/16x–SPEED DVD-R Revision 6.0

for DL Ver. 3.0

for DL Ver. 3.x/4x–SPEED DVD-R for DL Revision 1.0

DVD-RW: Ver. 1.1

Ver. 1.x/2x–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 1.0 Ver. 1.x/4x–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0 Ver. 1.x/6x–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 3.0

+R: Ver. 1.0

Ver. 1. 1 Ver. 1. 2 Ver. 1. 3

for DL Ver. 1.0

+RW: Ver. 1.1

Ver. 1.2/4x–SPEED

Quick Start for Recording (Quick Start: On)

1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording on DVD-RAM

From the power off state, recording on DVD-RAM starts about 1 second after first pressing the Power button and then sequentially pressing the REC button (Quick Start Mode).

Playable discs

DVD-RAM (DVD Video Recording format), DVD-R (DVD-Video format, DivX), DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) (DVD-Video format), DVDRW (DVD-Video format, DVD Video Recording format), +R, +R DL (Double Layer), +RW, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, CD-Audio (CD-DA), Video CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, Video CD, MP3, JPEG, DivX formatted discs)

Audio

Recording System: Dolby Digital 2ch Audio In: AV1/AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (pin jack) Input Level: Standard: 0.5 Vrms, Full scale: 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz Input Impedance: More than 10 kΩ Audio Out: AV1/AV2 (21 pin), Audio Out (pin jack) Output Level: Standard: 0.5 Vrms, Full scale: 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz Output Impedance: Less than 1 kΩ Digital Audio Out: Optical terminal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS)

Video

Video System:

For Australia and N.Z.

PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields

NTSC colour signal, 525 lines, 60 fields

For Asia, Middle East and South Africa

SECAM (only input)/PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields

NTSC colour signal, 525 lines, 60 fields

Recording System: MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)

For Australia and N.Z.

Video In (PAL/NTSC):

AV1/AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (pin jack) 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

For Asia, Middle East and South Africa

Video In (SECAM/PAL/NTSC):

AV1/AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (pin jack) 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

For Australia and N.Z.

S-Video In (PAL/NTSC):

AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (S terminal) 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

For Asia, Middle East and South Africa

S-Video In (SECAM/PAL/NTSC):

AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (S terminal) 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

Video Out (PAL/NTSC):

AV1/AV2 (21 pin), Video Out (pin jack) 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

S-Video Out (PAL/NTSC):

AV1 (21 pin), S-Video Out (S terminal) 1 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

RGB Out (PAL/NTSC):AV1 (21 pin) 0.7 Vp-p (PAL) 75 Ω, termination Component video output (NTSC 480p/480i, PAL 576p/576i)

Y: 1.0 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

B: 0.7 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

R: 0.7 Vp-p 75 Ω, termination

Television System

For Australia and N.Z.

Tuner

System

Channel

Coverage

VHF UHF CATV

PAL-B Australia 0-12 28-69 45 MHz–470 MHz

PAL-BG New Zealand 1-11 21-69 44 MHz–470 MHz

RF converter output: Not provided

For Asia

Tuner System

SECAM-DKK1

PA L -D K ,

PA L- B G H,

SECAM-BG

PA L- I

Channel

Coverage

VHF UHF CATV

OIRT R1-R12 21-69 44 MHz–470 MHz

S01-S05

CCIR E2-E12 E21-E69

M1-M10, U1-U10

S21-S41

Hong

Kong

– 21-69 –

PAL-D China 1-12 13-57 Z1-Z35

RF converter output: Not provided

For Middle East and South Africa

Tuner System

PA L- B G H,

SECAM-BG

Channel

Coverage

VHF UHF CATV

CCIR E2-E12 E21-E69

S01-S05

M1-M10, U1-U10

S21-S41

RF converter output: Not provided Optical pick-up: System with 1 lens, 2 integration units

(662 nm wavelength for DVDs, 780 nm wavelength for CDs)

LASER Specification

Class 1 LASER Product

Wave Length: 780 nm (CDs), 662 nm (DVDs) Laser Power:

No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection

DV Input (PAL/NTSC) IEEE 1394 Standard, 4 pin: 1 pc Others

Region Code:

For Middle East and South Africa For Asia For Australia and N.Z.

# 2 # 3

# 4 Operating temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C Operating humidity range: 10 % to 80 % RH (no condensation) Power supply:

For Australia and N.Z. For Asia, Middle East and South Africa

AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz

AC 220 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: Approx. 22 W Dimensions (W×D×H): 430 mm × 316 mm × 58 mm Mass: 3.2 kg

Power consumption in standby mode:

approx. 2 W (Power Save mode)

Note

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate.

Glossary/Specifications

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Index

Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Audio

attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

AV-in NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Change Thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Channel

audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 42

Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 30

Chasing playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Child Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Cleaning

disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

main unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Close First Layer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Connection

aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

amplifier, system component . . . . . . .10

AV3 input terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

DV IN terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9, 10

video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . .9, 34

Copying

DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . .34

from a video cassette recorder. . . . . .34

Manual recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Copy (playlist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Country setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CPRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Create Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 31, 33

Create playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Create Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Delete

all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 33

playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 31

Delete Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Dialog Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Divide Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

DivX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 26, 50

DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW,

+R, +R DL, +RW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 14

Enter name

disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19, 31

Finalize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 50

Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Format disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

FR (Flexible Recording) Mode . . . . . 15, 17

FUNCTIONS window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

G-

CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

JPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 25, 26, 50

Language

code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

soundtrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 39

subtitle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 39

Manual Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

DivX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

JPEG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

MP3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

on-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Mode

recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

still mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 26, 50

Noise reduction (NR)

AV-in NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Playback NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

On-screen

menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Partial Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

PCM Down Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Picture settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 39

Playback NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Power Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Progressive . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 28, 40, 50

Properties

playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

still picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Protection

cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 41

Quick View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Ratings level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Recording

DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . .34

Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18–21

Remote control code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Resetting channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Resume play function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

RGB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 50

Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Shipping Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Simultaneous rec and play . . . . . . . . . . .17

Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

TIFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 25, 26, 50

Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18–21

Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Transfer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Tun in g

automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 43

manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

TV aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 40

TV System (PAL/NTSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

V.S.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

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.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

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