Panasonic dmr-es35 Operation Manual

Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-ES35V

Getting startedRecordingPlaying back

Editing

Dear Customer

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

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

Region number supported by this unit

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

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

“ALL”.

Example:

1 ALL

If you have any questions contact

In the U.S.A: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) In Canada: 1-800-561-5505

]For]U.S.A.]only]

The warranty can be found on page 69.

]For]Canada]only]

The warranty can be found on page 70.

La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 71–78.

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CAUTION!

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

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

Note to CATV system installer:

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

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

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

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

-If you see this symbolInformation 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.

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

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

FCC Note:

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

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

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

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

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ, 07094 Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

(1) Read these instructions. (2) Keep these instructions. (3) Heed all warnings. (4) Follow all instructions. (5) Do not use this apparatus near water. (6) Clean only with dry cloth. (7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with

the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

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

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

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

(10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

(11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

(12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

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

(13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

(14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is

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

Unit care

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

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

≥Never use alcohol, thinner or benzine to clean the 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, possibly making it impossible to record or play discs. Use the DVD lens cleaner about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.

Lens cleaner: RP-CL720PP

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS/Unit care

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.

∫Cautions as to condensation

Condensation can cause unreliable playback of VHS recordings. Condensation may form in the following cases,

≥The unit is brought from cold surroundings into a well-heated room. ≥The unit is suddenly brought from cool surroundings, such as an

air-conditioned room or car, to a place which is hot and humid. ≥During the rainy season. In any of the above-mentioned conditions, do not operate the unit for at least 2 hours. The unit is not equipped with a dew sensor.

∫Other precautions for installation

≥The unit should not be installed or operated near large magnets or

electromagnetic devices. Such devices can damage pre-recorded

VHS recordings. ≥Do not place any heavy objects atop the unit, and do not install it in

a confined space. Please allow for adequate air circulation. ≥The unit should not be mounted in a vertical position. It’s designed

to operate in the horizontal position.

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

To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. The unit consumes a small amount of power even when it is turned off.

Standby power consumption

FL Display (l 58)

Automatic Bright

Quick Start (l 56)

On Approx. 7 W Approx. 8 W Off Approx. 3 W Approx. 3.2 W

∫Quick Start (l 56)

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 [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] and then sequentially

pressing the [¥, REC] (Quick Start Mode).

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Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Disc information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Discs you can use for recording and play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Play-only discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Discs that cannot be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Concerning logo marks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL and

+RW on this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

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

Video cassette information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Useful features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

The unit’s display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

STEP 1 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connection with a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connection with a television and

cable box or satellite receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

If the antenna connector doesn’t match . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

DVD output and DVD/VHS output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

To enjoy higher picture quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

≥ Connecting to the TV S VIDEO IN terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

≥ Connecting to the TV COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals . . 15

Connecting an amplifier or system component . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

≥ Restart Plug-in Auto Tuning

(after relocation, for example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

≥ Restart Set Channels Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

≥ Adding and deleting channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

≥ Set Clock Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Channel captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

≥ Preset Channel Captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

≥ Manual Channel Captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Selecting television type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Television operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

When other Panasonic products respond to

this remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Clock Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

≥ Set Clock Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

≥ Adjust Time Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Removing Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Recording

Recording television programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Inserting discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Inserting a video cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Recording procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

≥ Recording modes and

approximate recording times (DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

≥ Recording modes (VHS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

≥ Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

≥ When the format confirmation screen is displayed . . . . . . . 25

≥ When remove a recorded disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

To specify a time to stop recording

–One Touch Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Selecting audio to record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Auto Bilingual Choice Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Playing DVD while recording VHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Playing VHS while recording DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Watching the TV while recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

≥ Playing from the beginning of the title you are recording

–Chasing playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

≥ Playing a title previously recorded while recording

–Simultaneous rec and play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Flexible Recording

(Recording that fits the remaining disc space). . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Scheduled Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Cautions for using scheduled recording on

DVD and VHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Programming scheduled recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

≥ Cancel scheduled recording that has already begun . . . . . .29

≥ Release program from recording standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

≥ Auto SP/EP mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

≥ Check, change or delete programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Playing back

Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

≥ When a menu screen appears on the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Selecting recorded titles to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Quick View (Play t1.3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Fast forward and rewind– SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Skipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Slow-motion play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Frame-by-frame viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Direct play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

CM Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Create chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Skipping the specified time — Time Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Using menus to play MP3 and

still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Playing discs which contain both MP3 and

still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Playing MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

≥ Using the tree screen to find a group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

To show Pictures Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

≥ Start Slideshow/Slideshow Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

≥ To select the still pictures in another folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Playing a video cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Fast-forward/Rewind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Cue/Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Jet Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Slow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Jet Rewind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Adjusting the playback picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

≥ Manual tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

≥ Vertical locking adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

VHS Index Search System (VISS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Various on-screen display indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and

Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

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

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

- Disc menu–Setting disc content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

- Play menu–Change play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

- Video menu–Change picture quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

- Audio menu–Change sound effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

- Other menu–Change the display position . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

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

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

Editing

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

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

Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

≥ Delete Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

≥ Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

≥ Edit Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

- Title Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

- Set Protection/Cancel Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

- Shorten Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

- Change Thumbnail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

- Divide Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

≥ View Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

- Delete Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

- Create Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

- Combine Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

- View Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Creating, editing and playing playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Editing playlists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

≥ Delete Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

≥ Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

≥ Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

- Create . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

- Copy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

- Playlist Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

- Change Thumbnail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

≥ View Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

- Add Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

- Move Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

- Create Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

- Combine Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

- Delete Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

- View Playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Transferring (Copying)

Transferring (Copying) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Before transferring (copying) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Transfer (Copying) from VHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

≥ One Touch Transfer (Copying) (VHS l DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . 45

≥ GUI (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Copying) . . . . . . . 46

Transfer (Copying) from DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

≥ One Touch Transfer (Copying) (DVD l VHS) . . . . . . . . . . . 47

≥ GUI (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Copying) . . . . . . . 48

≥ Transfer (Copying) a DVD-Video, finalized DVD-R,

DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, or +R DL . . . 49

Recording from an external device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

DV camcorder recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Convenient functions

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Deleting title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Selecting recorded titles to delete

–Delete Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Deleting title during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

DVD Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Providing a disc with a name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Deleting all titles and playlists–Delete All Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Deleting all contents of a disc–Format Disc ( DVD ) . . . . . . . . 54

Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first

–Playback will start with: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment

–Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

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

on single side) discs to be recordable

–Close First Layer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Creating Top Menu

–Create DVD Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Entering a password (Ratings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Reference

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

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

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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

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

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Referencia rápida en español. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

(Spanish Quick Reference)

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

∫ About descriptions in these operating

instructions

≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as (l ±±).

Table of contents/Accessories

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of January 2006. These may be subject to change.)

Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 69. Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

∏ 1 AC power supply cord

(VFA0461)

∏ 2 Batteries for the remote

control

R6 size

≥For use with the unit only. Do not

use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords belonging to other equipment with the unit.

∏ 1 Audio/Video cable

(K2KA6BA00003)

∏ 175 ≠ coaxial cable

(K2KZ2BA00001)

∏ 1 DVD-RAM (U.S.A. only)

∏ 1 Remote control

(EUR7659Y70)

Product Registration Card

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

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Disc information

Discs you can use for recording and play

Disc type DVD-RAM

≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB,

12 cm (5z)

≥2.8 GB, 8 cm

(3z)

DVD-R

≥

4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)

≥

1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)

DVD-R DL° (dual layer on single side)

≥

8.5 GB, 12 cm (5z)

DVD-RW

≥

4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)

≥

1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)

rR° ≥4.7 GB, 12 cm

(5z)

+R DL° (double layer on single side)

≥8.5 GB, 12 cm

(5z)

+RW

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm

(5z)

Logo

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Indicated in these instructions with

Recording format

below)

( Main use °

[RAM]

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

Re-writable discs

[-R] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization

One time recording discs (recordable until the disc is full)

[-R]DL] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization

One time recording discs (recordable until the disc is full)

[-RW‹V›] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization

Re-writable discs

[+R] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization

One time recording discs (recordable until the disc is full)

[+R]DL] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization

One time recording discs (recordable until the disc is full)

[+RW]

Re-writable discs

Compatibility

Usable high speed recording disc °

Play on other player

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

Only on DVD-RAM compatible players. It is not necessary to finalize the disc.

Only after finalizing the disc. (l 55, 68)

Only after finalizing the

disc°

. (l 55,

68)

Only after finalizing the disc. (l 55, 68)

Up to 4x °

Yes. It is not necessary to finalize the disc. (l 68)

(l 68)

What you can do on this unit (Y: Possible, t: Impossible)

Chasing playback Recording

Yt t t t t t Y °

tttttt

broadcasts that allow one copy

Recording both Main and SAP of MTS broadcast

Recording 16:9 aspect picture

Yt (The picture is

(Only one is

recorded.

l 57 Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

)

recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

(Only one is

recorded. Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

t (The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

l 57

)

(Only one is

recorded.

l 57 Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

)

t (The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

(Only one is

recorded. Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

t (The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

l 57

)

(Only one is

recorded.

l 57 Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

)

t (The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

(Only one is

recorded. Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

t (The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.)

l 57

)

Entering text YYYYYYY Erasing titles YY (Available

space does not increase after deleting.)

Creating playlists

Yt t t t t t

Y (Available

space does not increase after deleting.)

(Available

disc space increases when the last recorded title is deleted.)

Y (Available space does not increase after deleting.)

Y (Available

space does not increase after deleting.)

(Available

disc space increases when the last recorded title is deleted.)

°1You can record onto the second layer of dual- or double-layer discs after closing the first layer (l 55). You will no longer be able to record to

the first layer after you do this (l 8). When playing a title recorded on both layers, video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers.

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.

The amount of the recordable disc space doesn’t increase even if the program is deleted when you use a one time recording disc.

This unit can use the high-speed recording discs shown in the chart, but using them will not shorten the recording time.

You can play 8x recording speed discs recorded on another equipment.

Play on DVD-R DL compatible equipment.

CPRM (l 68) compatible discs only

The recording space may increase slightly when other titles are deleted.

≥The explanations concerning discs are indicated by [DVD], and those concerning video are indicated by [VHS]. ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs. We 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. ≥You cannot record programs that allow “One time only recording” to CPRM compatible DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW on this unit. You can

record other programs as DVD-Video format.

≥For the recording time, refer to “Recording modes and approximate recording times (DVD)” on page 24.

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∫DVD Video Recording format

This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit TV 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.

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

∫DVD-Video format

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

recorded.

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

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

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

Play-only discs

Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio DVD-RW

(DVD Video Recording format)

Logo

Indicated in these instructions with

Instructions High quality

° Play may be impossible on some DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format), CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording. ≥You can play still pictures (JPEG/TIFF), CD-DA, Video CD and MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW. Close the session or finalize the disc

after recording.

≥The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating

instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

Note about using a DualDisc

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

[DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [CD] [VCD]

movie and music discs

High fidelity music discs ≥Played on

this unit in 2 channels

DVD-RW° recorded on another DVD recorder ≥You can play programs that allow “One

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

≥By formatting (l 54) 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.

Audio CD Video CD

–

Recorded audio and music (including CDR/RW°)

CD-R° and CD-RW° with music recorded in MP3 (l 32) Still pictures (JPEG and TIFF) recorded on CD-R/RW°

Recorded music and video (including CDR/RW°)

Disc information

Regarding DVD-Audio

Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing (l 68) of all or part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. Tracks that are prevented from being down-mixed will not play properly on this unit (e.g. audio is played from the front two channels only). Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.

Discs that cannot be played Concerning logo marks

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

format), +R, +R DL recorded on another unit and not finalized (l 55, “Enabling discs to be played on other equipment –Finalize”)

≥PAL discs (you can still play the audio on DVD-Audio) ≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL” ≥Blu-ray ≥DVD-ROM, +R 8cm (3z), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD, CVD,

SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, DivX Video Disc, etc.

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem with the unit or 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.

Dolby Digital (l 57)

This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Not only stereo (2 channel) audio, these signals can also be multichannel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc by this method.

DTS Digital Surround (l 57)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. The separation between channels is good and the compression ratio is low, so realistic sound effects are possible.

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Disc information

Digital Audio Output

Channel

SETUP

Setup

Disc Video

Audio

Display

Main

Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

Off

Dynamic Range Compression

Stereo 1

Select Audio Channel for DV Input

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

Restrictions with DVD-R, etc.°

≥16:9 aspect programs are recorded in 4:3 aspect. ≥Either Main or SAP can be recorded for MTS broadcasts. ≥Playing the disc on other DVD players is not possible before finalizing.

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

Hello

SAPMain

Hola

Record to DVD-R, etc.

The selected audio only is recorded.

e.g., Main only

Hello

16:9 aspect program with Main and SAP

4:3 aspect

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

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

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

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

Select “Main” or “SAP” in “Select MTS” in the Setup menu (l 57).

Main SAP

HolaHello

Record to DVD-R, etc.

The selected audio only is recorded.

Main

Hello

∫Playing the disc on other DVD players

The disc must be finalized after recording or transferring (Copying) (l 55).

It is necessary to finalize DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording or transferring (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 transfer (copy).° ° You can record and transfer (copy) again if you format DVD-RW.

Record to DVD-R, etc.

Finalize

Play on other DVD equipment

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Y A L P

P U T E S

;

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Y A L

P S I D

U N E M

P O T

N R U

S R U

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N A O

I D U A

D N U O R

C S .

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U L O V

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G H C

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R A E S

R E T N E

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D U N E

M P O T

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CD SEQUENTIAL

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DOUBLE RE-MASTER

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DISC

DISC EXCHANGE DISC SKIP<OPEN/CLOSE

∫Recording to a DVD-R DL and +R DL

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. Closing makes the first layer unavailable for recording (editing is still available). You cannot cancel closing. Make certain before proceeding.

(Disc inner side)

The second layer

The available space

The first layer

Title 1

Title 2

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

(Disc outer side)

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Recording/Playback direction

The remote control

∫About batteries

≥Insert so the poles

(i and j) match those in the remote control.

≥Do not use

rechargeable type batteries.

Do not:

≥mix old and new batteries. ≥use different types at the same time. ≥heat or expose to flame. ≥take apart or short circuit. ≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

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

Note

≥If you cannot operate the unit or TV using the remote control after

changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (l 19).

R6/LR6, AA

Disc handling

∫How to use the remote control

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

Remote control signal sensor

Notes

≥Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from

dust.

≥Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct

sunlight, inverter fluorescent lamps, and the glass doors on cabinets.

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

Disc information/The remote control/Disc handling

∫How to hold a disc

Do not touch the recorded surface.

∫Concerning non-cartridge discs

Be careful about scratches and dirt.

∫If there is dirt or condensation on the disc

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

∫Handling precautions

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

warping and unbalanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)

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

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

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

electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥Do not drop, stack, or cause impact to discs. Do not place objects

on them.

≥Do not use the following discs:

- Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rental discs etc.).

- Discs that are badly warped or cracked.

- Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

≥Do not place in the following areas:

- In direct sunlight.

- In very dusty or humid areas.

- Near a heater.

- Locations susceptible to significant differences in temperature

changes (condensation can occur).

- Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.

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

or cartridges when you are not using them.

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Video cassette information

∫Video cassettes

≥Break off the video cassette’s tab to prevent accidental erasure. Cover the hole with a double layer of

adhesive tape when you want to use the video cassette for recording again.

≥You can use video cassettes with the VHS and S-VHS marks, but the unit is unable to make full use of the

characteristics of S-VHS video cassettes.

Tab

∫Video cassette care

≥Poor quality or damaged video cassettes can cause the heads to become dirty and malfunction. Store your video cassettes carefully and

discard them when they become dirty or damaged.

≥Never use video cassettes on which juice has been spilled or those that are extremely damaged since this will not only cause the heads to

become dirty, but will also make the unit malfunction.

∫Maintenance

Cleaning the video heads

Dirt on the video heads can cause poor recording and play. If the picture does not improve, use an optional head-cleaning cassette (part number NVTCL30PT). If the problem persists, seek advice from a qualified service person.

Useful features

You can enjoy both DVD and VHS with the unit. This DVD Recorder can record images and sounds in high quality to rapid random access capable DVD media. This has resulted in many new features that outperform older tape formats. The following information summarizes a few of these features.

ª DVD

Progressive output (l 15, 18)

If you connect the unit with a progressive output-compatible TV, you can enjoy higher-quality and less-flicker images than conventional TVs (of the interlace output type) can present.

Finalize (l 55)

This function enables you to play recorded DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) +R and +R DL on other players.

Instant play (l 30)

This function can quickly find and play a video program you wish to watch. Direct Navigator guides you to the beginning of a previously recorded video immediately.

Quick view (l 30)

This function allows you to watch news, information and other programs in a short time.

Chasing play (l 26)

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

Instant recording (l 23)

You no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing the recording button, the unit finds available recording space and begins recording right away.

Simultaneous recording and play (l 26)

With this function, you can play a previously recorded video program while recording another program.

Time Slip (l 31)

This function enables you to jump to the scene you specify during play.

One touch transfer (copy) (l 45, 47)

This function can copy video from VHS to DVD and vice versa.

DV input terminal (l 50)

The DV camcorder recording function of this unit lets you easily copy a video to the DVD by connecting only a single DV cable.

ª VHS

Long recording (l 24)

With this function, you can record approx. 10 hours of video onto a T-120 cassette, for example.

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Control reference guide

TRACKING/V-LOCK

RESET

Remote control

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

(12)

(11)

(13)

DVD/VHS

POWER

DRIVE

SELECT

TV/VIDEO

CANCEL

RESET

SKIP/

INDEX

TIME SLIP

JET REW

SUB MENU

DISPLAYAUDIO

REC MODE

REC

2 54 8

INPUT

SELECT

PAUSESTOP

ENTER

CREATE

CHAPTER

STATUS

VOLUME

TRACKING/V-LOCK

ADD/DLT

DELETE

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

PLAY

CM SKIP

RETURN

VCR/TV

F Rec

(18)

(21)

(25)

(27)

(14)

(15)

(16)

(17)

(19)

(20)

(22)

(23)

(24)

(26)

∫[DRIVE SELECT] button

≥Before performing DVD operations, be sure to

press the [DRIVE SELECT] button to select DVD side. Also, make sure the DVD indicator lights up on the unit.

≥Before performing VHS operations, be sure to

press the [DRIVE SELECT] button to select VHS side. Also, make sure the VHS indicator lights up on the unit.

(1) Turn the unit on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 16

(2) Select drive (DVD or VHS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l above

(3) Select channels and title numbers etc./Enter numbers (4) Cancel/Reset the tape counter (5) Basic operations for recording and play

(6) Skip the specified time/. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 31

Jet rewind button (JET REW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 34

(7) Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 30, 32

(8) Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 16, 31

(9) Show sub menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 33, 38, 42

(10) Select audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 25, 31

View select (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 48

(11) Show on-screen menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 36

View select (B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 48

(12) Start recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 23

(13) Change recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 23, 28

(14) Transmission window

(15) TV operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 19, 26

(16) Channel select/

TRACKING/V-LOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 35

(17) Add/delete channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 17

(18) Input select (IN1, IN2, DV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 50

(19) Delete items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 52

(20) Skip a minute forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 31

(21) Show scheduled recording list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 28

(22) Show FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 37

(23) Return to previous screen

(24) Select VCR/TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 21

(25) Create chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 31

(26) Start Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 27

(27) Show status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 35, 37

Notes

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

other buttons to stop them from being pressed accidentally.

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

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

≥You can use this remote control to operate your TV if you set the

TV manufacturer code (l 19).

DRIVE

SELECT

DVD

VHS

DRIVE

SELECT

DVD

VHS

Video cassette information/Useful features/Control reference guide

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Control reference guide

COPYING

Main unit

(1)

EJECT

POWER

S VIDEO

IN 2

VIDEO

(6)

(1) Cassette eject button (<, EJECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 22

(2) Disc tray open/close button (<, OPEN/CLOSE) . . . . . . l 22

(3) Stop button (∫). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 30, 34

(4) Play/t1.3 button (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 30, 34

(5) Recording button (¥, REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 23, 50

(6) DVD/VHS POWER on/off button (Í/I, POWER) . . . . . . . l 16

≥To switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.

In the standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

(7) IN2 input terminals (IN2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 50

(8) DVD-SEARCH, VHS-REW/FF buttons (V/6, 5/W)

(9) Channel up/down buttons (CH, X, W). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 35

(7)

Cassette compartment Disc tray

/MONO

AUDIO

(8)

(9)

The unit’s display

Remote control

(2)

signal sensor

OPEN/ CLOSE

DRIVE

SELECT

㪛㪭㪛

㪭㪟㪪

(11)

(10)

(10)DVD/VHS drive indicator

≥Lights when the DVD or VHS drive is selected.

(11)DRIVE SELECT button

≥Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT].

(12)Connector for a digital video (DV) camcorder . . . . . . . l 50

(13)One Touch Transfer (copying) operation button

≥From VHS to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 45

≥From DVD to VHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 47

(3)

(4)

(5)

REC

(12)

COPYING

(13)

[A]

(2)

Common to DVD/VHS [A] Recording mode indicator

DVD:

XP, SP, LP, EP: (l 24) XP SP LP EP (all on): FR mode (l 27)

VHS:

SP, LP°, EP, VP: (l 24) ° Playback only

[B] TV indicator

≥The indicator lights during the TV mode and it goes out during

the VCR mode. You can switch the mode by using [VCR/TV]. (l 21)

[C] Main display

≥Current time ≥Disc recording and play counter ≥VHS recording and play counter ≥Transfer (Copying) messages ≥Miscellaneous messages, etc.

(3)

[B]

[C]

VHS (1) Scheduled recording indicator ( ) (l 28)

On:

When a scheduled recording program is registered and recordable tape is inserted.

Flashes:

The scheduled recording indicator flashes when the unit cannot go to scheduled recording standby (e.g. there is no tape, etc).

(2) Tape indicator (3) Tape operation status

DVD (1) Scheduled recording indicator ( ) (l 28)

On:

When a scheduled recording program is registered and a recordable disc is inserted.

Flashes:

The scheduled recording indicator flashes when the unit cannot go to scheduled recording standby (e.g. there is no disc, etc).

(2) Disc operation status (3) Disc indicator

(2)

(1)(1)

(3)

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STEP 1 Connection

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DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

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This section includes diagrams of two common methods of connection (A-B, pages 13-14). Please connect using the one that best suits you.

≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in English only.)

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

≥Before doing any connection, turn off all the equipments and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Peripheral equipments and optional cables are sold separately unless otherwise indicated. ≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite service to enjoy viewing their programme. ≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable box.

∫The unit’s RF OUT terminal

The picture and sound signal from this unit go through the RF OUT terminal to the television. Refer to page 14 if the antenna connector doesn’t match.

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

To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 8 W

∫Do not connect the unit through a video cassette

recorder

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

TV TV

A Connection with a television

∫ Connection (with Audio/Video cable)

Connect in numerical order 1 to 4.

≥After this connection, set the RF output channel “OFF”

(l 16), and then press TV/VIDEO button of TV remote controller to select the AV input mode to the connected TV terminal. You can watch a video from this unit on your TV.

∫Connection (without Audio/Video cable)

You do not need to connect “3”.

The unit supplies a signal to the TV via the 75 ≠ coaxial cable on channel 3 or 4. It is possible to view the video picture on your TV in the same way that you watch TV broadcasts. ≥After this connection, set the RF output channel “CH3”

or “CH4” (l 16).

This unit’

To household

AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

s rear pane

AC IN

DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

Audio/Video cable

(Included)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

Television

AUDIO IN

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DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

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VIDEO

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VIDEO

DVD PRIORITY OUT

The unit

S VIDEO

VCR

R-AUDIO-L

VHF/UHF

RF IN

VIDEO

Cable from wall or

antenna signal

75 h coaxial cable

(Included)

RF IN

To RF IN

RF OUT

S VIDEO

VHF/UHF

To RF OUT

VCR

The unit

75 coaxial cable

Control reference guide/STEP 1 Connection

AC power supply cord (Included)

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

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STEP 1 Connection

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DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

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R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

OPTICAL

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

R-AUD

DVD PRIORITY OUT

DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

B Connection with a television and cable box or satellite receiver

To household

AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

AC power supply cord (Included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.

This unit’

s rear pane

AC IN

Television

Audio/Video cable

(Included)

DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

Satellite antenna

(Satellite receiver only)

coaxial cable

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

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DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

R-AUDIO-L

DVD PRIORITY OUT

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VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

Audio/Video cable

Cable box or Satellite receiver

Satellite Cable

S VIDEO

To IN1

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AUDIO

VIDEO S VIDEO

VHF/UHF

RF IN

VIDEO

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OUT

Cable from wall or

antenna signal

75 coaxial cable

RF IN

To RF IN

RF OUT

S VIDEO

VHF/UHF

To RF OUT

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coaxial cable

(Included)

If the antenna connector doesn’t match

Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead to the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75 ≠ coaxial cable to the antenna terminals on the equipment (television etc.). Refer to other equipment’s operating instructions.

Other antenna connections to the unit Other antenna connections to the television

∫ A single twin lead ∫ A twin lead terminal

from the antenna (Flat) Twin lead

300 ≠ cable

300–75 ≠ transformer

To this unit’s RF IN terminal

75–300 ≠ transformer

75 ≠ coaxial cable

VHF or UHF

Television

∫ A twin lead and a coaxial cable ∫ A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal

from the antenna

VHF/UHF band mixer

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

(Round)75 ≠ coaxial cable

To this unit’s RF IN terminal

∫ Two twin leads ∫ Two twin lead terminals

from the antenna

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

300–75 ≠ transformer

VHF/UHF band mixer

To this unit’s RF IN terminal

VHF/UHF band separator

75 ≠ coaxial cable

VHF/UHF band separator

75 ≠ coaxial cable

VHF

UHF

Te le v is i on

VHF UHF

Television

DVD output and DVD/VHS output

The unit has DVD/VHS COMMON output terminals and DVD PRIORITY output terminals.

DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

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DVD/VHS COMMON output

≥For DVD/VHS COMMON output terminals, both DVD and VHS

signals can be output.

DVD PRIORITY OUT

≥You can also playback a tape with the DVD PRIORITY output

terminal except while recording, or making a scheduled recording, on the DVD. (l 15)

DVD PRIORITY output

To enjoy higher picture quality

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udio/Video

(Included)

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∫ Connecting to the TV S VIDEO IN terminal

S VIDEO OUT terminal

The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.) After completing “Connection with a television” (l 13) or “Connection with a television and cable box or satellite receiver” (l 14), connect S VIDEO cable as illustration below. Usually you can watch a picture from INPUT2 terminal. When you want to playback VHS while recording on DVD, change to INPUT1 terminal.

Audio/Video cable

(Included)

This unit’s rear panel

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

Audio cable

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DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

R-AUDIO-L

DVD PRIORITY OUT

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VIDEO

Television

Yell

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R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

S Video cable

INPUT1

INPUT2

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AUDIO IN

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VIDEO

S VIDEO

∫ Connecting to the TV COMPONENT VIDEO

IN terminals

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output (l 68) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. After completing “Connection with a television” (l 13) or “Connection with a television and cable box or satellite receiver” (l 14), connect COMPONENT VIDEO cable as illustration below. Usually you can watch a picture from COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT terminal. When you want to playback VHS while recording on DVD, change to INPUT1 terminal. ≥Connect to terminals of the same color.

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VIDEO

DVD PRIORITY OUT

INPUT1

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

Audio/Video

Audio/Video cacablele

cable

S VIDEO

(Included)

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

Audio cable

S VIDEO

Television

Component

Video cable

This unit’s rear panel

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

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DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

R-AUDIO-L

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STEP 1 Connection

Connecting an amplifier or system component

∫ Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal

≥To enjoy multi-channel surround on DVD-Video,

connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder displaying these logo marks using an optical digital audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” (l 57).

≥Before purchasing an optical digital audio cable (not

included), 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

This unit’s rear panel

OPTICAL IN

Insert fully, with this side facing up.

Optical digital audio cable

Do not bend sharply when connecting.

∫ Connection to a stereo amplifier

Amplifier’s rear panel

AUDIO IN

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Audio cable

AC IN

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BITSTREAM)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

R-AUDIO-L

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R-AUDIO-L

DVD PRIORITY OUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

S VIDEO

RF IN

RF OUT

VHF/UHF

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STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning

DVD/VHS

CHAPTER

CREATE

TV/VIDEO

RETURN

DELETE

ADD/DLT

ENTER

VOLUME

POWER

PLAY

PAU S ESTOP

SKIP/

INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

INPUT

SELECT

VCR/TV

F Rec

REC MODE

SUB MENU

CM SKIP

TIME SLIP

JET REW

DISPLAYAUDI O

REC

STATUS

TRACKING/V-LOCKTRACKING/V-LOCK

RESETRESET

CANCEL

DRIVE

SELECT

Set Channels Automatically

Ch.

Set Channels Automatically

Proceeding . . .

1 1 1

Set Clock Automatically

Auto Clock Setting is complete.

4/4/2007 12:15 AM

DST............. On

Time Zone.... CST

No channels were found.

Please check antenna or cable connection,

then...

Press ENTER again.

Set Channels Automatically

Auto Clock setting is incomplete.

Press ENTER

to set clock manually.

Set Clock Automatically

Numeric

buttons

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

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

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

Antenna Mode

(Airwaves)

CableTV Mode

(Cable)

Regarding DST (Daylight Saving Time) (l 17) Legal revision is expected to change the DST period in 2007. When you use the unit with DST on, the change may cause the unit’s clock to go behind the actual time. Check the DST setting in Set Clock manually in the Setup menu, set DST off and reset the clock precisely if you are using this function.

Preparation

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

connections to the unit. (Example: AV input, CH3 or CH4)

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≥If you connect the unit through a cable box or satellite receiver

(l 14), tune to your local PBS for Auto Clock Setting to work. If there is no local PBS, set the clock manually (l 17, “Set Clock Manually”).

[1] Press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER]. [2] Press [CH, W, X] to

Connection (without Audio/ Video cable):

Select “CH3” or “CH4” which displays the screen on the right.

Connection (with Audio/Video cable):

Select “OFF”.

select an RF output channel number.

The unit’s display

Each time you press the button: CH 3 (Default setting) (# CH4 (# OFF

^-----------------------------------------------J

CH, W, X

CH, ADD/DLT

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

Band Channel

VHF 2 to 13 UHF 14 to 69 VHF 2 to 13 CATV LOW BAND 95 to 99 CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14 to 36 CATV HYPER BAND 37 to 65

ULTRA BAND

SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1

The unit’s display

100 to 125

Select Language Seleccione el idioma Sélection de langue

English

Español

Français

Press ENTER Pulse ENTER

Appuyer sur ENTER

66 to 94

[3] Use [3, 4] to select the

language and press [ENTER].

[4] Press [

3, 4] to select

“4:3 TV” or “16:9

Aspect Ratio Selection

Select TV type and press ENTER.

(Please refer to Operation Instruction

for details.)

4:3 TV

16:9 Widescreen TV

Widescreen TV” and press [ENTER].

[5] Press [

3, 4] to select

“On” or “Off” and press [ENTER].

If you activate “Quick Start” function, select “On”.

About “Quick Start” function

If you set Quick Start to on, you can start recording to DVDRAM about 1 second after you press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] to turn the unit on and then sequentially press [¥, REC]. The following happens when you have selected “On”. ≥Power consumption in standby mode increases because

power is supplied to the unit.

[6] Press [3, 4] to select

“Internal TV Tuner” or “Input” and press [ENTER].

When you do not set channels on this unit, select “Input”. The unit then displays “Set Clock Manually” screen. Set the clock manually. (l 17)

ENTER

Quick start setting

The unit can be turned on faster, in about

1 second. Please note that Quick Start

mode slightly increases power

consumption when the unit is off.

(See Operation instructions for details)

Turn Quick Start on ?

Off

ENTER

Default Recording Source

Please select the source from which this

unit will record each time it is turned

on. Note: Selecting "Internal TV Tuner"

will start the Auto Channel Clock

Settings process.

This one time process takes a few minutes.

Internal TV Tuner

Input

ENTER

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

≥The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is

displayed when Auto Clock Setting is finished.

≥DST, Daylight Saving Time, shows the summertime setting. ≥Time Zone shows the time difference from Greenwich Mean

Time (GMT).

EST (Eastern Standard Time) l GMT j5 CST (Central Standard Time) l GMT j6 MST (Mountain Standard Time)l GMT j7 PST (Pacific Standard Time) l GMT j8 AST (Alaska Standard Time) l GMT j9 HST (Hawaii Standard Time) l GMT j10 For other areas: xx hr

∫When one of the following screens appears

“No channels were found.”

After turning off the unit, confirm following and perform setup again.

≥Confirm the antenna cable is

firmly connected to RF IN terminal.

≥If you do not set channels on this unit, select “Input” in step 6.

“Auto Clock Setting is incomplete.”

Press [ENTER] and set clock manually. (l 17)

[8] Press [ENTER].

∫If the clock is an hour slower or faster than the actual

Manual Channel Captions

Signal Source (RF IN)

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

Set Channels Automatically

Channel Captions

Preset Channel Captions

Antenna

Setup

Antenna

Channel

Setup

Disc

Cable TV

Signal Source (RF IN)

Setup

Channel 15 Deleted

time

Select “j1” or “i1” in “Adjust Time Zone” in the Setup menu (l 56).

∫ Restart Plug-in Auto Tuning

(after relocation, for example)

Signal source, RF output channel, channel caption revert to the default values when you perform the procedure below. Scheduled recording settings are also cleared.

When the unit is on and stopped

[1] Press and hold [CH, W] and [CH, X] on the main

unit for about 5 seconds.

The unit turns off.

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

Plug-in Auto Tuning starts.

∫ Adding and deleting channels

Add or delete channels if necessary channels are not set or unnecessary channels are set.

[1] Press the numeric buttons to select a channel.

Antenna Mode (Airwaves) e.g., “5”: [0] )[5]

“15”: [1] )[5]

CableTV Mode (Cable) e.g., “5”: [0] )[0] )[5]

“15”: [0] )[1] )[5]

“115”: [1] )[1] )[5]

≥You can also use [CH, W, X] to select a channel.

The unit’s display

[2] Press [CH, ADD/DLT].

e.g., The channel is deleted.

STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning

∫ Restart Set Channels Automatically

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

FUNCTIONS No Disc

No Disc

Program

Copy

Other Functions

ENTER RETURN

[2] Select “Other Functions” with [

3, 4] and press

[ENTER].

FUNCTIONS No Disc

No Disc

Program

ENTER RETURN

3, 4] and

Setup

Copy

Other Functions

[3] Select “Setup” with [

[4] Select “Channel” with [

3, 4] and press [ENTER].

3, 4] and press [2, 1].

[5] Select “Signal Source (RF IN)” with [

press [ENTER].

[6] Select “Antenna” or “Cable TV” with [

3, 4] and

press [ENTER].

[7] Select “Set Channels Automatically” with [

and press [ENTER].

[8] Press [ENTER].

≥Auto Channel Setting starts. This takes a few minutes.

[9] Press [ENTER].

3, 4]

∫ Set Clock Manually

“Clock Settings” made here are applied to VHS as well.

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other Functions” with [

3, 4] and press

[ENTER].

[3] Select “Setup” with [

[4] Select “Setup” with [ [5] Select “Clock Settings” with [

3, 4] and press [ENTER].

Setup

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

Off Timer

Remote Control Code

Clock Settings

Quick Start

Restore Default Settings

3, 4] and press [2, 1].

3, 4] and press

[ENTER].

[6] Select “Set Clock Manually” with [

3, 4] and

press [ENTER].

Set Clock Manually

[7] Use [

2, 1] to select the item you want to

change, and press [

Month Day Year

/ :

ENTER

3, 4] to change the setting.

2000

SAT PM

Hour Minute

DST Time Zone

Off

≥DST (Daylight Saving Time): On or Off

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

≥Time Zone (l 20)

[8] Press [ENTER].

≥The clock starts. ≥When you change the time zone, the recording times for titles

recorded before the time zone adjustment also change to correspond to the new time zone.

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Set Code 1

12 00

6 Hours

EST

∫To cancel in the middle

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN].

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Other settings

CHAPTER

CREATE

RETURN

ENTER

VCR/TV

SUB MENU

TIME SLIP

JET REW

DISPLAYAUDI O

TRACKING/V-LOCK

RESET

DVD/VHS

TV/VIDEO

DELETE

ADD/DLT

VOLUME

POWER

SKIP/

INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

INPUT

SELECT

TRACKING/V-LOCKTRACKING/V-LOCK

RESETRESET

CANCEL

DRIVE

SELECT

Manual Channel Captions

Signal Source (RF IN)

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

Set Channels Automatically

Channel Captions

Preset Channel Captions

Antenna

Setup

Numeric

buttons

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

Channel captions

You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself. The captions you enter are used as channel names and displayed on the Direct Navigator screen.

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other

Functions” with [ and press [ENTER].

3, 4]

No Disc

FUNCTIONS No Disc

Program

Copy

Other Functions

ENTER RETURN

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

Setup

∫ Manual Channel Captions

≥Follow steps 1 to 4 of “Channel captions”.

[5] Select “Manual Channel Captions” with [3, 4]

and press [ENTER].

[6] Use [

3, 4] to select the channel and press [1].

≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if

preset captions have not been added.

[7] Use [3, 4] to select the first character and

press [

≥You can choose from the following characters:

≥To delete the caption, press [¢, CANCEL]. ≥Repeat this step to enter the other characters.

1].

A to Z, 0 to 9, -, &, !, /, (space)

Setup

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

Manual Channel Captions

Channel Number Caption

6 8

12 23

ENTER

----

AAAA

----

[8] Use [2, 1] to return to the “Channel Number”

column.

≥Repeat steps 6 to 8 to enter other channels.

[9] Press [ENTER].

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN].

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[3] Select “Setup” with [

4] and press [ENTER].

[4] Select “Channel” with

[

3, 4] and press [2, 1].

≥Go to the item you want to set

next.

∫ Preset Channel Captions

≥Follow steps 1 to 4 of “Channel captions”.

[5] Select “Preset Channel

Captions” with [

3, 4]

and press [ENTER].

[6] Use [

[7] Use [3, 4] to select the channel corresponding

[8] Press [ENTER].

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN].

3, 4] to select the

caption and press [

1].

You can choose from the following captions. ABC, PBS, CBS, CNN, FOX, ESPN, NBC, HBO, A&E, AMC, FAM, MAX, MTV, SHOW, TBS, USA, TNT, CBC, UPN, CTV, WB, TSN, DSC, GLOB ≥When selecting the caption, press and hold [3, 4] to scroll up

and down the screen quickly.

to the caption and press [

≥Channels are displayed only when they contain a station and if

captions have not been added manually.

≥To delete the channel number, press [¢, CANCEL]. ≥Repeat steps 6 and 7 as necessary.

Setup

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

2].

Preset Channel Captions

Caption Channel Number

GLOB

ABC

PBS CBS

ENTER

Selecting television type

You do not have to change the setting when connected to a 4:3 standard aspect TV that is not compatible with progressive output. (l 68)

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other Functions” with [

[ENTER].

[3] Select “Setup” with [

3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[4] Select “TV Screen” with [

[5] Select “TV Type” with [

[ENTER].

≥Aspect 4:3/Aspect 16:9:

3, 4] and press

4:3

4:3 standard aspect TV 16:9 widescreen TV

≥480p/480i:

Select “480p” if the TV is compatible with progressive output.

[6] Use [3, 4] to select the item and press

[ENTER].

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN].

3, 4] and press

3, 4] and press [2, 1].

Setup

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

TV Type

4:3 TV

Aspect 4:3 & 480i

Aspect 4:3 & 480p

16:9 Aspect (Widescreen TV)

Aspect 16:9 & 480i

Aspect 16:9 & 480p

ENTER

16:9

Television operation

To turn the TV on/off, change the TV input mode, select the TV channel and change the TV volume by means of this remote control, set the remote control as follows.

Point the remote control at the TV

While pressing [Í, POWER TV], enter the code using the numeric buttons.

e.g., 0250: press [0] > [2] > [5] > [0].

Manufacturer and Code No.

Panasonic National QUASAR

FISHER 0154 SANYO 0154 GE 0047 SHARP 0093, 0165 GOLDSTAR 0178, 0317,

HITACHI 0145 SYLVANIA 0054 JVC 0053 THOMSON 0047 LG 0178, 0317,

MAGNAVOX 0054 ZENITH 0017 MITSUBISHI 0150

≥Test by turning on the TV and changing channels. Repeat the

procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.

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

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

0051, 0250 PHILIPS (RC-5) 0054

RCA 0047 SAMSUNG 0060, 0587,

0702

SONY 0000

0457

TOSHIBA 0156

0457

When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control

Change the remote control code on the main unit and on the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. When changing the remote control code, make sure the two codes are same. Use “1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other

Functions” with [

3, 4]

and press [ENTER].

[3] Select “Setup” with [

4] and press [ENTER].

[4] Select “Setup” with [

4] and press [2, 1].

[5] Select “Remote Control Code” with [

press [ENTER].

[6] Use [

3, 4] to select the code (1, 2 or 3) and

press [ENTER].

≥The code on the unit has been set.

[7] While pressing [ENTER], press and hold for

about 2 seconds the numeric button ([1], [2] or [3]) corresponding to the code you selected in step 6.

≥The code on the remote control has been set.

[8] Press [ENTER].

No Disc

FUNCTIONS No Disc

Program

Copy

Other Functions

ENTER RETURN

Setup

3, 4] and

Other settings

∫When the following indicator appears on the unit’s

display

The unit’s remote control code Change the code on the remote control to match the main unit’s

code (l step 7).

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN].

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Other settings

DVD/VHS

CHAPTER

CREATE

TV/VIDEO

RETURN

DELETE

ADD/DLT

ENTER

VOLUME

POWER

PLAY

PAU S ESTOP

SKIP/

INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

INPUT

SELECT

VCR/TV

F Rec

REC MODE

SUB MENU

CM SKIP

TIME SLIP

JET REW

DISPLAYAUDI O

REC

STATUS

TRACKING/V-LOCKTRACKING/V-LOCK

RESETRESET

CANCEL

DRIVE

SELECT

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

CH, W, X

FUNCTIONS

RETURN VCR/TV

≥Time Zone shows the time difference from Greenwich Mean

Time (GMT).

EST (Eastern Standard Time) CST (Central Standard Time) MST (Mountain Standard Time) PST (Pacific Standard Time) AST (Alaska Standard Time) HST (Hawaii Standard Time)

l GMT j5 l GMT j6 l GMT j7 l GMT j8 l GMT j9 l GMT j10

For other areas: xx hr

[8] Press [ENTER].

∫To cancel in the middle

Press [RETURN].

∫ Adjust Time Zone

≥Follow steps 1 to 5 of “Clock Settings”.

Adjust the time zone (

j1 or i1) if it was not set correctly with auto

clock setting. You can set this menu only after “Set Clock Automatically” is completed.

[6] Select “Adjust Time

Zone” with [

3, 4] and

press [ENTER].

Adjust Time Zone

[7] Select “j1” or “i1”

with [

3, 4] and press [ENTER].

Clock Settings

“Clock Settings” made here are applied to VHS as well.

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other Functions” with [

[ENTER].

[3] Select “Setup” with [ [4] Select “Setup” with [

[5] Select “Clock Settings” with [

[ENTER].

∫ Set Clock Automatically

[6] Select “Set Clock Automatically” with [

and press [ENTER].

[7] Press [ENTER].

≥Auto setting starts. This can take some time, up to a few hours

≥If the time was not set correctly, use manual clock setting or

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≥DST, (Daylight Saving Time) shows the summertime setting.

in some cases. The following screen appears when setting is complete.

time zone adjust.

3, 4] and press [ENTER]. 3, 4] and press [2, 1].

FUNCTIONS No Disc

No Disc

Program

Copy

Other Functions

ENTER RETURN

3, 4] and press

Setup

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

Off Timer

Remote Control Code

Clock Settings

Quick Start

Restore Default Settings

3, 4] and press

Set Clock Automatically

Auto Clock Setting is complete.

4/4/2007 11:15 AM

DST................... On

Time Zone....... CST

6 Hours

Set Code 1

3, 4]

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Removing Interference

Connection (without Audio/Video cable) only

TV screen

Picture with interference

In some cases, interference (lines or patterning) or a very poor picture may appear on the TV when the DVD Recorder is connected. If this happens, follow the steps below to change the video playback channel (RF output channel) to remove the interference.

[1] Press [FUNCTIONS] for

more than 5 seconds.

The RF output channel number is displayed on the unit display.

[2] Press [CH, W, X] to

select a channel number (CH3 or CH4).

RF Output Channel

Press the channel up/down buttons to select a RF Output Channel.

Ch. 3

ENTER

Other settings

The unit’s display

Each time you press the button: CH 3 (Default setting) (# CH4 (# OFF

^-----------------------------------------------J

≥Set the RF output channel of the DVD Video Recorder to

“OFF” (RF OFF) when the DVD Video Recorder is connected to the TV via the Audio/Video cable.

[3] Press [ENTER] to finish this setting.

The clear picture

∫When you set the RF output channel to “CH3” or

“CH4”

A picture is output on CH3 or CH4 from RF output. Press [VCR/TV] to switch the mode from TV to VCR, and vice

versa. ≥When the TV mode is selected, the “TV” indicator lights on the

unit’s display and you can watch TV.

≥When the “TV” indicator does not light on, then VCR mode is

selected and you can watch images from the unit.

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Recording television programs

DVD/VHS

CHAPTER

CREATE

TV/VIDEO

RETURN

DELETE

ADD/DLT

ENTER

VOLUME

POWER

PLAY

PAU S ESTOP

SKIP/

INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

INPUT

SELECT

VCR/TV

F Rec

REC MODE

SUB MENU

CM SKIP

TIME SLIP

JET REW

DISPLAYAUDI O

REC

STATUS

TRACKING/V-LOCKTRACKING/V-LOCK

RESETRESET

CANCEL

DRIVE

SELECT

DRIVE SELECT

Numeric

buttons

∫

REC MODE

CH, W, X

;

STATUS

Inserting a video cassette

The surface on which you can see a roll of tape should face up,

Insert a video cassette.

≥The unit is

automatically turned on.

∫To eject a video

cassette

≥You can eject a video cassette even when the unit is in standby

mode. It switches back to standby once it ejects the video cassette.

For main unit

≥Press [<, EJECT] on the main unit.

For remote control

≥Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select VHS side and then press and

hold [∫, STOP] for about 3 or more seconds.

Before recording

[+RW]

≥The created title menu is deleted when recording on the disc.

Create the title menu again by using “Create DVD Top Menu” in DVD Management. (l 55)

, EJECT

, OPEN/CLOSE

Inserting discs

[1] Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to

open the tray.

≥You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc.

[2] Press [<, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to

close the tray.

≥If you insert a DVD-RAM with the write-protect tab set to

“PROTECT” (l 53), play starts automatically.

Notes

≥A double-sided disc should be loaded with the side you want to

record/play facing down.

≥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.

≥When using 8 cm (3q) DVD-RAM or 8 cm (3q) DVD-R, remove the

disc from the cartridge.

(1) Insert label-up. (2) Insert fully so it clicks into place. (3) Insert label-up with the arrow facing in.

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Non-cartridge disc Cartridge disc

(1)

(3)

The Main or SAP only can be recorded for MTS broadcasts, when recording to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, +RW

If you do not connect a cable box

- Select “Main” or “SAP” in “Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)” in the Setup menu. (l 57)

If you connect a cable box

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

(2)

Recording procedures

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

[RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›]

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

[+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]

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

≥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 (3q) DVD-RAM discs. Use a CPRM compatible DVDRAM.

≥Recording will take place on open space on the disc. Data will not

be overwritten.

≥If there is no space left on the recording disc, you will need to

erase unwanted titles (l 38, 52) or use a new disc.

When recording to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW

≥When recording MTS broadcasts

- If you do not connect a cable box Select “Main” or “SAP” in “Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)” in the Setup menu (l 57).

- If you connect a cable box Select “Main” or “SAP” on the cable box.

≥The aspect ratio of the recorded image will be 4:3. ≥To play a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format),

+R or +R DL recorded using this unit on another playback source, the disc must first be finalized (l 55).

≥[+RW] To enable play on other DVD equipment, please use

“Create DVD Top Menu” in DVD Management menu (l 55).

Preparation

≥Release protection (disc l 53, cartridge l 53). [RAM] ≥Select the unit viewing channel (e.g. AV input) on the TV. ≥Select an audio type you want to record. (l 25)

[1] Press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] to turn the unit on. [2] Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive you

want to record on (DVD or VHS).

[3] Insert a disc.

≥When using a DVD-RAM for the first time with the unit, format

it to ensure accurate recording (l 54, “Deleting all contents of a disc –Format Disc ( DVD )”).

or Insert a video cassette with an intact accidental erasure prevention tab.

[4] Press [CH, W, X] to select the channel.

≥To select with the numeric buttons:

(l 22)

[6] Press [¥, REC] to start recording.

≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during

recording. You can change them while recording is paused, but the material is recorded as a separate title.

∫To pause recording

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

∫To stop recording

Press [∫, STOP].

≥Recorded as 1 title until the position where stopped. [DVD] ≥[-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]

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

∫To show the remaining time

[DVD]

Press [STATUS] several times. (l 37)

[VHS]

[1] Select “Select Tape Length” from the Setup and select the

corresponding tape length. (l 58)

[2] Press [STATUS] several times.

The remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly depending on the tape used.

Notes ≥Even if the video cassette you use is labeled “S-VHS”, it is not

possible to record in the S-VHS system with the unit. It records in the normal VHS system. [VHS]

≥When recording is paused for 5 or more minutes, the unit returns

to stop mode. [VHS]

≥The remaining tape time is only displayed during playback or

recording. [VHS]

Recording television programs

Antenna Mode (Airwaves) e.g., “5”: [0] )[5]

“15”: [1] )[5]

CableTV Mode (Cable) e.g., “5”: [0] )[0] )[5]

“15”: [0] )[1] )[5]

“115”: [1] )[1] )[5]

[5] Press [REC MODE] to select the recording

mode.

Remaining time on the disc

[DVD]

XP, SP, LP or EP

[VHS]

SP, EP or VP

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Recording television programs

DVD/VHS

CHAPTER

CREATE

TV/VIDEO

RETURN

A B

DELETE

ADD/DLT

ENTER

VOLUME

POWER

PLAY

PAU S ESTOP

SKIP/

INDEX

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

INPUT

SELECT

VCR/TV

F Rec

REC MODE

SUB MENU

CM SKIP

TIME SLIP

JET REW

DISPLAYAUDI O

REC

STATUS

TRACKING/V-LOCKTRACKING/V-LOCK

RESETRESET

CANCEL

DRIVE

SELECT

DRIVE SELECT

∫

2, 1

ENTER

AUDIO

∫ Recording modes and approximate

recording times (DVD)

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

DVD-RAM DVD-R

(High quality)

Single-sided

(4.7 GB)

1 hour 2 hours 1 hour

Double-sided°

(9.4 GB)

SP (Normal) 2 hours 4 hours 2 hours LP

(Long recording) EP (Extra long

recording)

FR (Flexible Recording)

4 hours 8 hours 4 hours

8 hours

(6 hours°

8 hours

maximum

)

16 hours

(12 hours°2)

8 hours

maximum

for one side

DVD-RW +R, +RW

(4.7 GB)

8 hours

(6 hours°2)

8 hours

maximum

EP (6H)°

EP (8H)

Picture quality

Recording time

Note

When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use EP (6H) mode.

FR (Flexible Recording mode l 27):

≥You can set FR mode when transferring (copying) or programming

scheduled recordings.

∫ Recording modes (VHS)

Recording mode

SP: You can record the length shown on the tape. EP: 3 times the length of SP mode. VP: 5 times the length of SP mode.

≥To have a longer recording capacity, select “EP” or “VP”. ≥If the image quality is important to you or if you wish to store the

tape for a long period, select “SP”.

≥The unit can play tapes recorded in LP mode on other equipment

(“LP” lights on the unit’s display).

VP mode:

≥A tape recorded in VP mode by the unit cannot be played

back by other VCRs. It is recommended to distinguish it from other tapes by writing “VP” on the tape label, etc.

≥It takes more time for automatic tracking to work when playing

tapes recorded with VP mode, and it may not work at all with some tapes. Do tracking manually if this is the case (l 35).

Note You cannot play VP recording on other equipment.

DVD-R DL, +R DL°3 (8.5 GB)

(High quality)

XP SP (Normal) 1 hour 50 minutes 1 hour 40 minutes LP

(Long recording) EP (Extra long

recording) FR (Flexible

Recording)

This unit uses variable bit rate (VBR) recording which varies the 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 DVDR DL and +R DL.) Use a disc with plenty of remaining time to be sure.

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” has been set to “EP (6H)”

in the Setup menu. (l 57) The sound quality is better when using “EP (6H)” than when using “EP (8H)”.

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

layer.

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First layer Second layer

55 minutes 50 minutes

3 hours 40 minutes 3 hours 20 minutes

7 hours 25 minutes

(5 hours 30 minutes

7 hours 25 minutes

6 hours 50 minutes

°2)

(5 hours 15 minutes

6 hours 50 minutes

maximum

°2)

maximum

+ 56 hidden pages

Panasonic dmr-es35 Operation Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Unit care

Table of contents

Accessories

Disc information

The remote control

Disc handling

Video cassette information

Useful features

Control reference guide

STEP 1 Connection

STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning

Other settings

Recording television programs