Panasonic dmr-es40 Operation Manual

Operating Instructions

Getting started

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-ES40V

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DVDVHS

functions

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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.

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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 66.

For Canada only The warranty can be found on page 67.

La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 70–79.

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Warning and Important Information

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.

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 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.

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

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

DANGER CAUTION ATTENTION ADVARSEL VARO! VARNING ADVARSEL VORSICHT

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

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE. EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU. SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED UNDG

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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.

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Precautions for installation

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.

About descriptions in these operating instructions

≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as (l ±±). ≥The explanations concerning discs are indicated by [DVD], and

those concerning video are indicated by [VHS]. ≥These operating instructions describe operations mainly using the

remote control. ≥The contents of the screens used in these instructions may not

necessarily match what you will see on your screen. ≥The displays shown in these instructions are examples. Actual

display depends on discs.

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 14, 19)

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

Finalize (l 31)

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

Instant play (l 33)

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 program immediately.

Quick view (l 20)

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 program currently being recorded from its beginning.

Instant recording (l 24)

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 21, 26)

This function enables you to jump to the scene you specify during play and also while recording.

One touch transfer (dub) (l 55, 56)

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

ª VHS

Long recording (l 49)

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

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Warning and Important Information ..................................................2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................3

Precautions for installation................................................................3

About descriptions in these operating instructions ...........................3

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

Contents ...........................................................................................4

Concerning discs..............................................................................6

≥Discs you can use for recording and play

[12 cm (5z)/8 cm (3z)]..................................................................6

≥Play-only discs [12 cm (5z)/8 cm (3z)].........................................7

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

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

≥Disc handling..............................................................................8

≥Inserting discs ............................................................................8

Maintenance .....................................................................................8

Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit ....................................9

Accessories ......................................................................................9

Remote control ...............................................................................10

≥Batteries and remote control ....................................................10

Main unit .........................................................................................11

≥The unit’s display......................................................................11

STEP 1 Connection .......................................................................12

≥Connecting a TV and VCR .......................................................12

≥Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver ...........................13

≥If the antenna connector does not match .................................13

- Other antenna connections to the unit...................................13

- Other antenna connections from the unit to the TV ...............13

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

≥Connecting an amplifier or system component ........................14

- To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video

(digital connection).................................................................14

- Connection to a stereo amplifier (analog connection)............14

≥To enjoy even higher fidelity.....................................................14

- Connection to the S-VIDEO IN terminal.................................14

- Connection to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals ..........14

STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning..........................................................15

≥If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails .......................................................16

≥Adding and deleting channels ..................................................16

STEP 3 Channel settings...............................................................16

≥Guide channel settings for VCR Plusi system........................16

≥Channel captions......................................................................17

- Preset Channel Captions.......................................................17

- Manual Channel Captions......................................................17

STEP 4 Set up to match your TV and remote control ....................18

≥When other Panasonic products respond to

this remote control....................................................................18

≥TV operation .............................................................................18

≥Selecting TV type .....................................................................19

≥Removing Interference.............................................................19

DVD

Playback

Playing discs...................................................................................20

≥To stop play..............................................................................20

≥To pause play...........................................................................20

≥When a menu screen appears on the TV.................................20

Quick View (Play t1.3) ..................................................................20

Fast forward and rewind — SEARCH.............................................20

Skipping..........................................................................................20

Slow-motion play ............................................................................20

Frame-by-frame viewing .................................................................21

Direct play.......................................................................................21

Erasing a title that is being played..................................................21

CM Skip ..........................................................................................21

Create chapters ..............................................................................21

Displaying the TV image as a picture-in-picture/

Selecting an amount of time to skip — Time Slip.........................21

Changing audio during play ............................................................21

Playing discs which contain both MP3 and still pictures.................22

Using menus to play MP3 discs......................................................22

≥Using the tree screen to find a group .......................................23

To show the JPEG Menu................................................................23

- Playing a still picture ..............................................................23

- Start Slide Show/Slide Interval...............................................23

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- To select the still pictures in another folder............................23

Recording

Recording TV programs.................................................................24

≥Recording procedures..............................................................24

≥Recording modes and approximate recording times ...............24

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

Specifying the time when recording will stop..................................25

Watching the TV while recording.................................................... 25

Flexible Recording mode (FR) .......................................................25

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

≥Chasing play ............................................................................26

≥Simultaneous recording and play.............................................26

≥TIME SLIP................................................................................ 26

≥Playing VHS while recording....................................................26

≥DV automatic recording (DV AUTO RECORDING) ................. 27

Cautions for using scheduled recording on DVD ...........................28

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

≥Using VCR Plus_ system........................................................28

≥Manual programming ...............................................................29

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

Editing

DISC MANAGEMENT....................................................................30

- Disc Name .............................................................................30

- Disc Protection ......................................................................30

- Erase All Titles ......................................................................30

- Format Disc ...........................................................................31

- Playback will start with:..........................................................31

- Finalize ..................................................................................31

Entering text...................................................................................32

Using the Direct Navigator .............................................................33

≥Selecting recorded titles to play...............................................33

≥Editing titles with SUB MENU button .......................................33

- Erase Title .............................................................................33

- Properties.............................................................................. 33

- Edit Title ................................................................................34

- View Chapters.......................................................................35

Playing playlists..............................................................................36

≥Other functions for playlists......................................................37

- Properties.............................................................................. 37

- View Chapters.......................................................................37

Convenient functions

Using DISPLAY menus ..................................................................38

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

- Disc menu .............................................................................38

- Play menu .............................................................................39

- Video menu ........................................................................... 39

- Audio menu ...........................................................................39

- Other menu ...........................................................................39

Changing the unit’s settings ...........................................................40

Entering a password (Ratings).......................................................40

Summary of settings.......................................................................41

Clock Settings ................................................................................44

- Set Clock Automatically......................................................... 44

- Adjust Time Zone ..................................................................44

- Set Clock Manually................................................................44

FUNCTIONS window .....................................................................45

Status displays...............................................................................45

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VHS

Playback

Inserting a video cassette ...............................................................46

Video cassette information .............................................................46

≥Video cassettes ........................................................................46

≥Video cassette care..................................................................46

≥Maintenance.............................................................................46

Playing a video cassette .................................................................47

Fast-forward/Rewind.......................................................................47

Cue/Review ....................................................................................47

Jet Search.......................................................................................47

Slow................................................................................................47

Jet Rewind......................................................................................47

S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) .....................................................48

Repeat Playback.............................................................................48

Adjusting the playback picture........................................................48

≥Manual tracking ........................................................................48

≥Vertical locking adjustment.......................................................48

Recording

Recording TV programs..................................................................49

≥Recording procedures ..............................................................49

≥Specifying the time when recording will stop............................49

≥Watching the TV while recording..............................................49

≥Playing DVD while VHS recording ...........................................49

Cautions for using scheduled recording on VHS ............................50

Scheduled Recording .....................................................................50

≥Using VCR Plus_ system ........................................................50

≥Manual programming ...............................................................51

Auto SP/EP mode...........................................................................51

Check, change or delete programs.................................................51

Convenient functions

VHS Index Search System (VISS)..................................................52

Changing the unit’s settings............................................................52

- Summary of settings ..............................................................52

When the DVD side is not recording...............................................53

When the DVD side is recording.....................................................53

Changing audio...............................................................................53

Auto Bilingual Choice Function.......................................................53

DVD/VHS

Transferring (Dubbing)

Before transferring (dubbing)..........................................................54

Transfer (Dubbing) from VHS .........................................................55

≥One Touch Transfer (Dubbing) (VHS l DVD).........................55

Transfer (Dubbing) from DVD.........................................................56

≥One Touch Transfer (dubbing) (DVD l VHS) .........................56

Recording from an external device.................................................57

≥Manual recording......................................................................57

- DVD .......................................................................................57

- VHS .......................................................................................57

Reference

Glossary..........................................................................................58

Frequently asked questions............................................................59

Error messages ..............................................................................60

≥Common...................................................................................60

≥DVD..........................................................................................60

≥VHS ..........................................................................................60

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

≥Common...................................................................................61

≥DVD..........................................................................................63

≥VHS ..........................................................................................65

Product Service ..............................................................................65

≥Product information ..................................................................65

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ...........................................66

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA).......................................67

Specifications..................................................................................68

Index...............................................................................................69

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Cómo empezar

Conexión con un televisor y un VCR..............................................70

≥Conexión al terminal S-VIDEO IN............................................70

≥Conexión a los terminales COMPONENT VIDEO IN .............. 70

Sintonización automática por enchufe ...........................................71

Ajustes del canal de guía para el sistema VCR Plusi .................. 71

Selección del tipo de televisor........................................................71

DVD

Reproducción

Reproducción de los discos ...........................................................72

Grabación

Grabación de programas televisivos..............................................74

≥Reproducción durante la grabación.........................................75

Grabación temporizada ..................................................................76

≥Uso del sistema VCR Plusi .................................................... 76

≥Programación manual ..............................................................76

≥Controle, cambie o borre el programa .....................................76

VHS

Reproducción

Reproducción de un cassette de vídeo..........................................77

Grabación

Grabación de programas televisivos..............................................78

Grabación temporizada ..................................................................78

≥Uso del sistema VCR Plusi .................................................... 78

≥Programación manual ..............................................................79

≥Controle, cambie o borre el programa .....................................79

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Concerning discs

∫ Discs you can use for recording and play [12 cm (5z)/8 cm (3z)]

Disc type DVD-RAM

Logo

Indicated in these instructions with

Main use Re-writable discs One time recording discs

Maximum recording time Approx. 8 hours

Play on other player Only on DVD-RAM

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

Chasing playback Ytt t Recording broadcasts that

allow one copy

Recording both Main and SAP of MTS broadcast

Recording 16:9 aspect picture

Entering text YYYY Erasing titles YY

° You cannot consecutively record or play both sides. ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs. We recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.

≥Discs from other manufactures may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording. ≥You may not be able to record to DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R discs on this unit or play them due to the condition of the recording. ≥You cannot record programs that allow “One time only recording” to CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this unit. You can record

other programs as DVD-Video format.

≥You can use high speed recording compatible discs on this unit.

≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm

(5z)

≥2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z)

[RAM]

(Approx. 16 hours on a double-sided disc°)

compatible players. It is not necessary to finalize the disc. (l 58)

Y (CPRM (l 58) compatible discs only)

DVD-R (DVD-Video format)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z) ≥1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)

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

(recordable until the disc is full)

Approx. 8 hours Approx. 8 hours Approx. 8 hours

Only after finalizing the disc. (l 31, 58)

ttt

Only one is recorded. (l 42, Select MTS)

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

(Available space does not increase after erasing.)

DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z) ≥1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)

Re-writable discs One time recording discs

Only after finalizing the disc. (l 31, 58)

t Only one is recorded. (l 42, Select MTS)

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

Y (Disc space increases only when the last recorded title is erased.)

rR ≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)

–

(recordable until the disc is full)

Only after finalizing the disc. (l 31, 58)

t Only one is recorded. (l 42, Select MTS)

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

Y (Available space does not increase after erasing.)

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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 DVD-Video. ≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot

be recorded.

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

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

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

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

Disc type DVD-Video DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) rRW Audio CD Video CD Logo

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Instructions High quality

° Play may be impossible on some DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format), +RW, CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the

recording. ≥You can play still pictures (JPEG), 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.

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”.

[DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

movie and music discs

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 31) the disc, you can record to

it in DVD-Video format and play it on the unit.

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

+RW° recorded on another DVD recorder

Recorded audio and music (including CD-R/ RW°)

CD-R° and CDRW° with music recorded in MP3 (l 22) Still pictures (JPEG) recorded on CD-R/RW°

Example:

1 ALL

Recorded music and video (including CD-R/ RW°)

∫ 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-RW (DVD-Video format), +R

recorded on another unit and not finalized (l 58, Finalize)

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

G, Photo CD, CVD, SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, DivX Video Disc, etc.

Dolby Digital (l 42)

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.

DTS Digital Surround (l 42)

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.

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem with the unit or recordable media, and accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by such loss. Examples of causes of such losses are

≥A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company. ≥A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit. ≥A disc recorded and edited with a DVD Recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this unit.

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∫ Disc handling ∫ Inserting discs

∫How to hold a disc

Do not touch the recorded surface.

[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.

∫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.

Note

≥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.

Non-cartridge disc Cartridge disc

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

Maintenance

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.

DVD lens cleaner: RP-CL720PP

∫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

Front Display (l 43)

Automatic Bright

Quick Start (l 41)

On Approx. 9 W Approx. 11 W Off Approx. 2.1 W Approx. 2.1 W

∫Quick Start (l 41)

1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording on DVD-RAM° ° When the unit is turned off, press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] and then [¥, REC] (Quick Start Mode). Recording on DVD-RAM starts about 1

second after pressing these buttons.

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Getting started

Dynamic Range Compression

Channel

Setup

Disc Video

Audio

Select MTS

Digital Audio Output

Off

Main

Select Audio Channel For DV Input

Stereo 1

SETUP

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

Restrictions with DVD-R, etc.°

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

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

SAPMain

Hello

Hola

Record to DVD-R, etc.

16:9 aspect program with Main and SAP

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

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

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

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

Select “Main” or “Secondary Audio Program (SAP)” in “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu (l 42).

Main SAP

HolaHello

Record to DVD-R, etc.

The selected audio only is recorded.

e.g., Main only

Hello

4:3 aspect

The selected audio only is recorded.

Main

Hello

Getting started

∫Playing the disc on other DVD players

The disc must be finalized after recording or transferring (dubbing) (l 31).

It is necessary to finalize DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording or transferring (dubbing) titles to them. You can then play them as a commercially sold DVD-Video. However the discs become play-only and you can no longer record or transfer (dub).° ° You can record and transfer (dub) again if you format DVD-RW.

Record to DVD-R, etc.

Finalize

Play on other DVD equipment

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Accessories

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

Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 66. Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

∏ 1 AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00006)

≥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 75 ≠ coaxial cable

(K2KZ2BA00001)

∏ 1 Audio/Video cable

(K2KA6BA00003)

∏ 1 Remote control

∏ 2 Batteries for the remote control

(EUR7720LB0)

∏ 1DVD RAM disc

(U.S.A. only) 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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Getting started

Remote control

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(11)

(13)

(10)

(12)

(14)

DVD/ VHS POWER

INPUT SELECT

CANCEL/RESET

SUB MENU

POWER

TV/ VIDEO

VHS

SKIP/ INDEX

TOP MENU

SCHEDULE

REC

REC MODE

DUBBING

VHS

OPERATION

SELECT

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

VCR Plus+

SLOW/

REW

PLAY

STATUSDISPLAY

DVD ERASE

CREATE

CHAPTER

VOLUME

AUDI O

CM SKIP

FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR

RETURN

TIME SLIP

JET REW

ADD/DLT

VCR/TV

(25)

(23)

(20)

(18)

(16)

(28)

(27)

(26)

(24)

(22)

(21)

(19)

(17)

(15)

∫[VHS] and [DVD] button

[DVD]

≥Before performing DVD operations, be sure to

press the [DVD] button. Also, make sure the DVD indicator lights up on the unit.

[VHS]

≥Before performing VHS operations, be sure to

press the [VHS] button. Also, make sure the VHS indicator lights up on the unit.

(1) Turn the unit on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 15

(2) Input select (IN1, IN2 or DV). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 57

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

(4) Select channels and title numbers etc./Enter numbers (5) Cancel/Reset the tape counter (6) Basic operations for recording and play

(7) Show Top menu/Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 22, 33

(8) Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 15, 21

(9) Show sub menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 23, 33, 37

(10)Show scheduled recording list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 29, 51

(11)Show on-screen menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 38

(12)Start recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 24, 49, 57

(13)Change recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 24, 49

(14)One touch transfer (dub) (“ DVD, VHS —) . . . . . . . . .l 55, 56

(15)Create chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 21

(16)Select VCR/TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 19

(17)Erase items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 21

(18)Add/delete channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 16

(19)Show status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 45, 53

(20)Skip the specified time/

Display the TV image as a picture-in-picture

Jet rewind button (JET REW). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 21, 26, 47

(21)Return to previous screen

(22)Show FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 45, 52

(23)Skip a minute forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 21

(24)Show VCR Plus

(25)Select audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 21, 25, 53

(26)Channel select/

TRACKING/V-LOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 48

(27)TV operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 18, 25, 49

(28)Transmission window

i screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 28, 50

VHS DVD

Note

≥Buttons such as the [¥, REC] button do not protrude as much as other buttons to stop them from being pressed accidentally. ≥The word “button” is not used in these operating instructions so “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 18).

∫ Batteries and 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

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changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (l 18).

R6, AA, UM-3

∫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

Note

≥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

Getting started

(13)

(15)

Main unit

(1)

POWER

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VIDEO IN

(2)

EJECT

SKIP REW/FF

– AUDIO I N – RL/MONO

S VIDEO IN

–

DVD

–

VHS

IN2

(3)

(8) (9)

(1) Remote control signal sensor/

DVD/VHS POWER on/off button (Í/I, POWER) . . . . . . . l 15

≥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.

(2) Cassette eject button (<, EJECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 46

(3) Cassette compartment

(4) Disc tray open/close button (<, OPEN/CLOSE) . . . . . . . l 8

(5) Disc tray (6) DVD/VHS drive indicator

≥Lights when the DVD or VHS drive is selected.

(7) Operation select button (8) DVD–SKIP, VHS–REW/FF buttons

(:/6, 5/9). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 20, 47

(9) IN2 input terminals (IN2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l 57

(4) (5)

OPEN/CLOSE

(11)(10) (12)

(6) (7)

VHS DVD

REC

/k1.3

DV IN

(14)

OPERATION SELECT

DUBBING

VHS DVD

(16)

(10)The unit’s display

(11)Channel up/down buttons (CH, W, X) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 48

(12)Stop button (∫) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 20, 47

(13)Play/t1.3 button (1/t1.3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 20, 47

(14)DV IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 27

(15)Recording button (¥, REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 24, 49

(16)One Touch Transfer (Dubbing) operation button

≥From VHS to DVD

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 55

≥From DVD to VHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .l 56

∫Off Timer

The unit automatically switches to standby when it has not been used for about 6 hours. You can turn this feature off or change the time to 2 hours. (l 41, “Off Timer”)

Getting started

∫ The unit’s display

REC

(1) Recording indicator

≥The recording indicator for the drive selected. When the power

is off, it doesn’t matter which drive is selected. On: During recording Flashes: During pause recording

(2) 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 19)

(3) Tape indicator (4) Progressive indicator

≥The indicator lights during outputting in progressive.

(5) Scheduled recording indicator ( ) (l 28, 50)

≥The scheduled recording indicator lights only when the unit’s

power is off.

On: When a scheduled recording program is registered and recordable disc or tape is inserted.

Flashes:

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

(6) Main display

Digital Clock, Counter, etc.

(7) Disc indicator

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STEP 1 Connection

≥Please read “Precautions for installation”. (l 3) ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

∫ Connecting a TV and VCR

indicates included accessories. indicates accessories not included.

Red

White

Yellow

∫Connection (without Audio/Video cable)

Connect in numerical order 1 to 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 to

“CH3” or “CH4” (l 15).

∫ Connection (with Audio/Video cable)

Connect in numerical order 1 to 4.

≥After this connection, set the RF output channel to

“OFF” (l 15).

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

OPTICAL

Audio/Video cable

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT YPB PR

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

(480p/480i)

S VIDEO

Cable TV

AUDI O IN

AUDIO - L VIDEO

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

VIDEO IN

Outdoor antenna

Antenna cable

VHF/UHF

RF IN

Use a splitter if you also want to connect the antenna to your VCR.

75 ≠ coaxial cable

S VIDEO

Indoor antenna

Splitter

RF IN

RF OUT

Cooling fan

AC power supply cord Connect to household AC outlet only after all other connections are complete.

≥If the antenna connector doesn’t match (l 13)

∫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

The unit

VCR

≥When connecting the unit to a TV with a built-in VCR, connect to

the input terminals on the TV, not the VCR.

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VCR

The unit

To household AC outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

∫Connection examples with other equipment

For your reference

≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables are sold separately

unless otherwise indicated

To IN1

75 ≠ coaxial cable

Audio/Video cable

Video cassette recorder

VIDEO

R L

AUDIO OUT

Amplifier (l 14) Video camera (l 57)

From the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal or the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal

The unit

OUT

To IN2 input terminals (front)

VHF/UHF

RF IN

Getting started

OPTICAL

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

RF IN

RF OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

YPB PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480p/480i)

OPTICAL

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

RF IN

RF OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

YPB PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480p/480i)

∫ Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver

≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. ≥Consult your service provider regarding an appropriate cable TV box or satellite receiver.

≥You can enjoy viewing cable TV or satellite TV programming. ≥You can record and view scrambled and unscrambled channels

To AUDIO/VIDEO IN

To VHF/UHF RF IN

Audio/Video cable

simultaneously if connections are made as shown in the diagram below.

To AUDIO/VIDEO IN To VHF/UHF RF IN

Audio/Video cable

Getting started

The unit

Cable TV box

75 ≠ coaxial cable

Satellite receiver

OUT

IN IN

From antenna or cable TV jack

From satellite dish antenna

¢ For more information on connections (l 12)

∫ If the antenna connector does not match

1 Other antenna connections to the unit

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

connection to minimize signal loss.

∫A single twin lead

from the antenna

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

∫A twin lead and a coaxial cable

from the antenna

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

75 ≠ coaxial cable

∫2 twin leads

from the antenna

(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable

300 ≠ to 75 ≠ transformer

To the unit’s RF IN terminal

VHF/UHF band mixer

To the unit’s RF IN terminal(Round)

VHF/UHF band mixer

To the unit’s RF IN terminal

The unit

Cable TV box

OUT

75 ≠ coaxial cable

2-way splitter

OUT2 OUT1

OUT

Cable TV box

From cable TV jack

1 Other antenna connections from the unit

to the TV

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

∫A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal

VHF/UHF band separator

75 ≠ coaxial cable

∫A twin lead terminal

75 ≠ to 300 ≠ transformer

75 ≠ coaxial cable

∫2 twin lead terminals

VHF/UHF band separator

75 ≠ coaxial cable

∫Multiple antenna terminals

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

as necessary.

Split out

ANT 1

75 ≠ coaxial cable

VHF

UHF

VHF or UHF

VHF UHF

ANT 2

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Getting started

OPTICAL

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

YPB PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480p/480i)

OPTICAL

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

YPB PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480p/480i)

OPTICAL

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

YPB PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480p/480i)

OPTICAL

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

AUDIO - L VIDEO

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

YPB PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480p/480i)

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

S VIDEO

R - AUDIO - L VIDEO

AUDIO - L VIDEO

AUDIO OU T ITSTREAM)

YPB PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(480p/480i)

∫ DVD output and DVD/VHS output

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

DVD/VHS COMMON output

DVD PRIORITY output

DVD/VHS COMMON OUT

≥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.

∫ Connecting an amplifier or system

component

1 To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on

DVD-Video (digital connection)

DVD only

≥Connect an amplifier with a built-in Dolby Digital or DTS decoder.

(l 7)

≥Change the settings in “Digital Audio Output”. (l 42) ≥You cannot use any amplifier with a DTS Digital Surround decoder

not suited to DVD.

(1) Rear panel of the unit (2) Optical digital output terminal (3) Optical digital audio cable

(not supplied) A Insert fully, with this side

facing up. (Do not bend when

connecting.) (4) Optical digital input terminal (5) Amplifier’s rear panel

(1)

(3)

(2)

∫ To enjoy even higher fidelity

1 Connection to the 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 TV.)

(1) Audio input terminals (L/R) (2) S-Video input terminal (3) Audio cable (not supplied)

A Red (R) B White (L)

(4) S-Video cable (not

supplied) (5) Rear panel of the unit (6) Audio output terminals (L/R) (7) S-Video output terminal

(3)

(5)

(6)

(1) (2)

AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO IN

(4)

(7)

1 Connection to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN

terminals

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

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

58) and provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal.

≥Connect to terminals of the same color.

(1) Component input terminals (2) Audio input terminals (L/R) (3) Component video cable

(not supplied)

(4) Audio cable (not supplied)

A Red (R) B White (L)

(5) Rear panel of the unit (6) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

terminals

(7) Audio output terminals (L/R)

(3) (4)

(5)

(1) (2)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

(6)

(7)

AUDI O IN

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(5)

1 Connection to a stereo amplifier

(analog connection)

(1) Rear panel of the unit (2) Audio output terminals (L/R) (3) Audio cable (not supplied)

A Red (R) B White (L)

(4) Audio input terminals (L/R) (5) Amplifier’s rear panel

(1)

(3)

(5)

(4)

OPTICAL IN

(2)

AUDIO IN

(4)

Getting started

PLAY

SCHEDULE

TIME SLIP

FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

RETURN

STATUSDISPLAY

SUB MENU

JET REW

OPERATION

SELECT

POWER

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

AUDI O

TV/VIDEO

VHS

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

DVD/VHS POWER

Set Channels Automatically

Ch.

Set Channels Automatically

Proceeding . . .

1 1 1

Set Clock Automatically

Auto Clock Setting is complete.

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

Time Zone.... CST

STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning

DVD

3, 4

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 in setting 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.

DVD

CH, W, X

[2] Press [CH, W, X] to select an RF output channel

number.

Connection (without Audio/Video cable):

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

Connection (with Audio/Video cable):

Select “OFF”

The unit’s display

Each time you press the button: CH3 (Default setting) (# CH4 (# OFF

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The unit’s display

[3] Use [3, 4] to select the language and press

[ENTER].

[4] 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.

Getting started

Band Channel

Antenna Mode

(Airwaves)

VHF 2 to 13 UHF 14 to 69 VHF 2 to 13 CATV LOW BAND 95 to 99

CableTV Mode

(Cable)

CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14 to 36 CATV HYPER BAND 37 to 65

ULTRA BAND

66 to 94

100 to 125

SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1

Preparation

≥Press [DVD]. ≥Turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input to suit the

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

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

(l 13), tune to your local PBS for Auto Clock Setting to work. If there is no local PBS, set the clock manually (l 44, “Set Clock Manually”).

[1] Press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER].

Select Language Seleccione el idioma Sélection de Langue

English

Español

Français

Press ENTER Pulse ENTER

Appuyer sur ENTER

≥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

[5] Press [ENTER].

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

time

Select “j1” or “i1” in “Adjust Time Zone” in the SETUP menu (l 44).

∫If the unit couldn’t set the clock automatically

Set the time manually (l 44, “Set Clock Manually”).

∫To start Plug-in Auto Tuning again

Signal source, RF output channel, channel caption, and guide channel settings for VCR Plusi system all 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.

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Getting started

PLAY

SCHEDULE

DVD ERASE

REC

REC MODE

ADD/DLT

TIME SLIP

FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

RETURN

STATUSDISPLAY

SUB MENU

COPYING

CREATE

CHAPTER

F. R E C

JET REW

ADD/DLT

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/

REW

PLAY

OPERATION

SELECT

POWER

CM SKIP

CANCEL/RESET

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

AUDI O

TV/VIDEO

VHS

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

DVD/VHS POWER

VCR Plus+

CANCEL

Off Timer

Remote Control Code

Clock Settings

6 Hours

Set Code 1

Quick Start

Restore Default Settings

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

SETUP

Manual Channel Captions

VCR Plusi Ch. Setting

Signal Source (RF IN)

Set Channels Automatically

Channel Captions

Preset Channel Captions

CableTV

Off Timer

Remote Control Code

Clock Settings

6 Hours

Set Code 1

Quick Start

Channel

Setup

Disc

SETUP

Antenna

CableTV

Signal Source (RF IN)

Channel 15 Deleted

Off Timer

Remote Control Code

Clock Settings

6 Hours

Set Code 1

Quick Start

Restore Default Settings

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

SETUP

Manual Channel Captions

VCR Plusi Ch. Setting

Signal Source (RF IN)

Set Channels Automatically

Channel Captions

Preset Channel Captions

CableTV

Numbered

buttons

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

CH, W, X

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

∫ Adding and deleting channels

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

[1] Press the numbered 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 [ADD/DLT].

e.g., The channel is deleted.

STEP 3 Channel settings

∫ If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails

[1] While stopped

[2] Select “Other Functions” with [3, 4] and press

[3] Select “SETUP” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[4] Select “Channel” with [3, 4] and press [2, 1]. [5] Select “Signal Source (RF IN)” with [3, 4] and

[6] Select “Antenna” or “CableTV” with [3, 4] and

[7] Select “Set Channels Automatically” with

[8] Press [ENTER].

[9] Press [ENTER].

∫To cancel in the middle

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

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ADD/DLT

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[ENTER].

FUNCTIONS

DVD

Playback

Schedule

ENTER

DVD-RAM

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

SCHEDULE

VCR Plus+

Cartridge Protection Off Disc Protection Off

PLAYLISTS FLEXIBLE RECORDING DV AUTO RECORDING

SETUP

DISC MANAGEMENT

Other Functions Return

press [ENTER].

[3, 4] and press [ENTER].

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

∫ Guide channel settings for VCR Plusi

system

Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plusi scheduled recording. Before starting the settings, prepare a chart showing the station names, guide channels and channel numbers.

e.g., :

Station

name

Guide

channel°

Channel

number°°

CBS 04 04 Unnecessary

HBO 33 15

Nickelodeon 38 20

Enter channel 15 next to Guide Channel 33.

Enter channel 20 next to Guide Channel 38.

° Look up the guide channels for the stations in magazines. °° Write down all the stations you can receive.

≥If you have connected a cable TV box or satellite receiver, the

VCR Plus_ system does not work so you do not have to set the guide channels.

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other Functions” with [3, 4] and press

[ENTER].

[3] Select “SETUP” with

[3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[4] Select “Channel” with

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

[5] Select “VCR Plusr Ch.

Setting” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER].

e.g., “Signal Source (RF IN)” is set to “CableTV”.

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

guide channel you want to set and press [1].

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

system for

Channel setting

VCR Plusi Ch. Settings

Guide Channel Cable Channel

125

2 3

ENTER

VCR Plusi Ch. Settings

Guide Channel Cable Channel

4 5

7 8

ENTER

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Getting started

Off Timer

Remote Control Code

Clock Settings

6 Hours

Set Code 1

Quick Start

Restore Default Settings

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

SETUP

Manual Channel Captions

VCR Plusi Ch. Setting

Signal Source (RF IN)

Set Channels Automatically

Channel Captions

Preset Channel Captions

CableTV

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

to the guide channel and press [2].

≥To delete a number, press [CANCEL/RESET, ¢]. ≥Repeat steps 6 and 7 to enter other channels.

[8] Press [ENTER].

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

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∫ 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 [3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[3] Select “SETUP” with

[3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[4] Select “Channel” with

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

≥Go to the item you want to set next.

FUNCTIONS

Playback

Schedule

ENTER

DVD

DVD-RAM

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

SCHEDULE

VCR Plus+

Other Functions Return

Cartridge Protection Off Disc Protection Off

PLAYLISTS FLEXIBLE RECORDING DV AUTO RECORDING

SETUP

DISC MANAGEMENT

1 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 [1].

≥You can choose from the following characters:

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

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

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

[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] several times.

Manual Channel Captions

Channel Number Caption

6 8

12 23

ENTER

----

AAAA

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Getting started

1 Preset Channel Captions

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

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

and press [ENTER].

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

[6] Use [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

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

to the caption and press [2].

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

captions have not been added manually.

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

[8] Press [ENTER].

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Preset Channel Captions

Caption Channel Number

GLOB

ABC

PBS CBS

ENTER

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Getting started

PLAY

SCHEDULE

TIME SLIP

FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

RETURN

STATUSDISPLAY

SUB MENU

JET REW

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/

REW

PLAY

OPERATION

SELECT

POWER

CM SKIP

CANCEL/RESET

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

AUDI O

TV/VIDEO

VHS

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

DVD/VHS POWER

VCR Plus+

POWER

DVD ERASE

REC

REC MODE

ADD/DLT

DUBBING

VHS DVD

CREATE

CHAPTER

VCR/TV

STEP 4 Set up to match your TV and remote control

∫To exit the screen

TV, Í

Numbered

CH, W, X

buttons

CANCEL

FUNCTIONS

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

RETURN

VCR/TV

∫ When other Panasonic products respond

to this remote control

If other Panasonic products are placed close together, change the remote control code on the main unit and on the remote control (the two must match). When changing the remote control code, make sure the two codes are same. Under normal circumstances use the factory set code “1”.

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other

Functions” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[3] Select “SETUP” with

[3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[4] Select “Setup” with [3, 4] and press [2, 1]. [5] Select “Remote Control Code” with [3, 4] and

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 the

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

≥The code on the remote control has been set.

[8] Press [ENTER].

FUNCTIONS

Playback

Schedule

ENTER

DVD

DVD-RAM

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

SCHEDULE

VCR Plus+

Other Functions Return

Cartridge Protection Off Disc Protection Off

PLAYLISTS FLEXIBLE RECORDING DV AUTO RECORDING

SETUP

DISC MANAGEMENT

Press [RETURN] several times.

∫ TV 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 numbered buttons.

e.g., 01: press [0] > [1].

Manufacturer and Code No.

Panasonic National QUASAR

FISHER 10 SANYO 10 GE 05 SHARP 06, 07 GOLDSTAR 15, 16, 17 SONY 08 HITACHI 12 SYLVANIA 03 JVC 11 THOMSON 05 LG 15, 16, 17 TOSHIBA 09 MAGNAVOX 03 ZENITH 04 MITSUBISHI 13

≥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.

01, 02

PHILIPS (RC-5) 03 RCA 05 SAMSUNG 14, 18, 19

∫When the following indicator appears on the unit’s

display

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].

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The unit’s remote control code

Getting started

∫ Selecting TV 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 58)

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “Other Functions” with [3, 4] and press

[ENTER].

[3] Select “SETUP” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. [4] Select “TV Screen” with [3, 4] and press

[2, 1].

[5] Select “TV Type” with [3, 4] and press

[ENTER].

SETUP

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

VHS

≥Aspect 4:3/Aspect 16:9:

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].

When progressive output is selected, the following screen appears:

≥When progressive output is selected, you will not be able to

see the picture unless the TV is connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit. This is not a malfunction.

(1) Select “Yes” with [2] and

press [ENTER]. ≥A confirmation screen

appears.

(2) Press [ENTER].

To change to interlace

≥When the picture is distorted, press and hold [CANCEL/

RESET, ¢] until the picture is displayed correctly.

∫To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

∫To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Do you want to use the Component Video output connections (Green Blue and Red

Select "No" unless you have the unit

connected to your TV using the three-

cable component video connection. If it's

connected in this way, select "Yes".

Yes N o

4:3 TV

Aspect 4:3 & 480i

Aspect 4:3 & 480p

16:9 Widescreen TV

Aspect 16:9 & 480i

Aspect 16:9 & 480p

ENTER

16:9

TV Type

connectors) ?

ENTER

TV Type

∫ Removing Interference

Connection (without Audio/Video cable) only

TV screen

Picture with interference

In some cases, there may be interference (lines or patterning) or a very poor picture 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). This will 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).

The unit’s display

Each time you press the button: CH3 (Default setting) (# CH4 (# OFF

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

≥Set the RF output channel of the DVD Recorder to “OFF”

(RF OFF) when the DVD Recorder is connected to a 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, then the VCR mode is

selected and you can watch images from the unit.

RF Output Channel

Press the channel up/down buttons

to select a RF Output Channel.

Ch. 3

ENTER

The unit’s display

Getting started

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DVD

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/

REW

PLAY

SCHEDULE

OPERATION

SELECT

DVD ERASE

REC

REC MODE

ADD/DLT

POWER

TIME SLIP

FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

RETURN

CM SKIP

CANCEL/RESET

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

STATUSDISPLAY

AUDI O

TV/VIDEO

VHS

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

SUB MENU

DVD/VHS POWER

VCR Plus+

COPYING

VHS DVD

CREATE

CHAPTER

VCR/TV

JET REW

DVD

Play

DVD-RAM

Play x1.3

DVD-RAM

••••

DVD-RAM

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Playback

DVD/VHS POWER

DVD

Numbered

buttons

:, 9

SKIP

AUDI O

CM SKIP

SLOW/

PLAY

∫

3, 4, 2, 1

2;, ;1

ENTER

TIME SLIP

DVD ERASE

CREATE

CHAPTER

Preparation

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

connections to the unit.

≥Press [DVD].

Playing discs

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

[1] Press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] to turn the unit on. [2] Insert a disc. [3] Press [1, PLAY].

≥The disc tray closes and play begins.

(The unit takes some time to read the disc before play starts.)

≥Playback starts from the most recently recorded title.

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

≥Playback starts from the beginning of the disc.

[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]

∫ To stop play

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

During play

Press [∫, STOP].

≥The stopped position is memorized.

Resume play function

Press [1, PLAY] to restart from this position. ≥Depending on the type of [VCD], the resume play function may not

work.

Stopped position

≥If [∫, STOP] is pressed several times, the position is cleared. ≥The position is cleared if the unit is turned off or the tray is opened.

∫ To pause play

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

During play

Press [;, PAUSE].

≥Press again or press [1, PLAY] to restart play.

(l 8)

CH, W, X

AUDIO CM SKIP

6, 5

;

TIME SLIP DVD ERASE CREATE CHAPTER

DVD

∫ When a menu screen appears on the TV

[VCD]

Press the numbered buttons to select an item.

e.g.: “5”: [0] )[5]

“15”: [1] )[5]

[DVD-V]

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select an item and press [ENTER]. ≥You can sometimes use the numbered buttons to select an item.

Other buttons used to operate menus

Read the disc’s instructions for further details about operation.

Note

≥ If “ ” appears on the TV, the operation is prohibited by the unit

or disc.

Quick View (Play t1.3)

[RAM]

The play speed can be increased without distorting the audio.

During play

Press and hold [1, PLAY].

∫To return to normal speed

Press [1, PLAY].

Fast forward and rewind — SEARCH

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

During play

Press [6, SLOW/SEARCH] or [5, SLOW/SEARCH].

≥There are 5 search speeds. Each press

increases the search speed.

≥Press [1, PLAY] to restart playback.

For your reference

≥Audio is heard during all levels of search. [CD] ≥Depending on the disc, search may not be possible.

Skipping

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

During play or while paused

Press [:, SKIP] or [9, SKIP].

≥Each press increases the number of skips.

Slow-motion play

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] (Motion picture parts only) [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]

While paused

Press [6, SLOW/SEARCH] or [5, SLOW/ SEARCH].

≥When slow motion play is continued for about 5 minutes it pauses

automatically (except [DVD-V] [VCD]).

≥There are 5 play speeds. Each press increases the play speed. ≥Press [1, PLAY] to restart playback. ≥[VCD] Forward direction ([5, SLOW/SEARCH]) only.

e.g., DVD-RAM

Playback

Play

Stereo

DVD-RAM

DVD

Frame-by-frame viewing

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] (Motion picture parts only) [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD]

While paused

Press [2;] ([2]) or [;1] ([1]).

≥Each press shows the next or previous frame. ≥Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward. ≥Press [1, PLAY] to restart playback. ≥[VCD] Forward direction ([;1], [1]) only.

Direct play

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] [CD] You can play from the title, chapter or track you select.

During play

Press the numbered buttons to select an item.

[CD] (MP3 and JPEG disc only)

e.g.: “5”: [0] )[5] “5”: [0] )[0] )[5]

“15”: [1] )[5] “15”: [0] )[1] )[5]

≥This works only with some discs when stopped

(screen saver is displayed l right).

Screen saver

Erasing a title that is being played

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Once title is erased, it cannot be restored. Make certain before

proceeding.

[1] During play

Press [DVD ERASE].

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

For your reference

≥You cannot erase while recording or transferring (dubbing). ≥[-R] [+R] Available space does not increase after erasing. ≥[-RW‹V›] Disc space increases only when the last recorded title is

erased.

CM Skip

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] You can skip approximately 1 minute with one press.

During play

Press [CM SKIP].

Create chapters

[RAM]

During play or while paused

Press [CREATE CHAPTER].

≥

Press [:, SKIP] or [9, SKIP] to skip to the start of a chapter.

≥You cannot activate this function when you are carrying out TIME

SLIP (l 26) or transfer (dub).

Displaying the TV image as a picture-inpicture/Selecting an amount of time to skip — Time Slip

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] Press [TIME SLIP] during play and the PIP (Picture-In-Picture) screen (TV image) is displayed in the lower right part of the main screen. You can watch both playback images and TV images at the same time. In the main screen, you can also instantly access a scene you want to view by specifying an amount of time you want to skip.

[1] During play

Press [TIME SLIP].

≥The PIP screen (TV images)

appears.

≥You can change the channel

being received by pressing [CH, W, X].

≥You will hear the playback

audio of the main screen.

[2] While observing the time

indicator at the top right

(1)

(1) Play images (2) Currently receiving images

(2)

Play

0 min

CH 8

Play

–5 min

Press [3, 4] to set an amount of time to skip and press [ENTER].

≥Play skips the amount of time

you specified.

≥The time indicator will go off after about 5 seconds, but will turn

on again when you set the time.

∫To clear the PIP screen

Press [TIME SLIP].

For your reference

≥The blue background does not appear on the PIP screen. (l 43) ≥You cannot change the channel being received while recording.

CH 8

Changing audio during play

Press [AUDIO] to select the audio type.

≥You can select audio types depend on the recording medium.

[RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] (l 45) Stereo# Mono L# Mono R

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

[RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [When playing an SAP broadcast recorded on DVDRAM, DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format)] MAIN () SAP

[DVD-V] (l 38) This allows you to change items like the audio channel number and the sound track language.

Soundtrack

e.g.: English is the selected language.

1 ENG Î Digital 3/2.1ch

e.g.: [RAM] “Stereo” is selected.

Playback

Note

≥If you cannot change the audio type when you have used only an

optical digital cable for connection, set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” (l 42). Alternatively, you may connect to an amplifier with an Audio/Video cable and change the input on the amplifier to suit the connection.

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Playback

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/

REW

PLAY

SCHEDULE

OPERATION

SELECT

DVD ERASE

REC

REC MODE

ADD/DLT

POWER

TIME SLIP

FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

RETURN

CM SKIP

CANCEL/RESET

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

STATUSDISPLAY

AUDI O

TV/VIDEO

VHS

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

SUB MENU

DVD/VHS POWER

VCR Plus+

JET REW

SKIP

DVD

Numbered

buttons

:, 9

FUNCTIONS

TOP MENU

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

SUB MENU

Preparation

≥Press [DVD].

Playing discs which contain both MP3 and still pictures

[CD]

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

Press [ENTER].

∫To play MP3

Refer to “Using menus to play MP3 discs”. (l right)

∫To play still pictures

Refer to “To show the JPEG Menu”. (l 23)

≥You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG) on this unit by making

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

≥English alphabetical characters and Arabic numerals are

displayed correctly. Other characters may not be displayed correctly.

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

displayed first on the tree.

Structure of MP3 folders

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

Order of play

AFolder = Group BFile = Track CFolder

Tree

003 A

001 A

001

TOP MENU

SUB MENU

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

002 A

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

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

RETURN

STATUS

If you want to play picture (JPEG),

select JPEG Menu from Menu in FUNCTIONS.

Structure of still pictures (JPEG)

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

Root

P0000001.jpg P0000002.jpg

001

004 C

Order of play

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

STATUS

Playback mode is set to MP3.

ENTER

002 C

P0000003.jpg P0000004.jpg P0000005.jpg

003 C

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

P0000010.jpg P0000011.jpg P0000012.jpg

DVD

Regarding MP3 and still pictures (JPEG)

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

formats) and Joliet

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

displayed on a computer.

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

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

≥This unit is not compatible with packet-write format. ≥Depending on the recording, some items may not be playable.

Regarding MP3

≥File format: MP3

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

≥Bit rates: 32 kbps to 320 kbps ≥Sampling frequency: 16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/32 kHz/44.1 kHz/

48 kHz

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

file, play may not be possible.

Regarding still pictures (JPEG)

≥File format: JPEG (non-compressed RGB chunky format)

Files must have the extension “.jpg” and “.JPG”.

≥Number of pixels: 34 k 34 to 3840 k 2160

(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) This unit cannot play images that have resolutions beyond the range shown.

≥MOTION JPEG is not supported.

Using menus to play MP3 discs

[CD]

The unit plays MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW designed for audio recording that are finalized (l 58) on a computer. Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups.

[1] During stop or play

Press [TOP MENU].

≥The file list appears.

Selected Group No. and Name

No. Group

The Group Number

Track Number in the Group

G 1 T 1 Total 1/ 24

No.

0 – 9

Total:

Selected Track Number/ Total Track Number

ENTER

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

[ENTER].

≥Play starts on the selected track. ≥“ ” indicates the track currently playing. ≥You can also directly select the track with the numbered

buttons. e.g.:

∫Using the tree screen to find a group (l 23)

∫To show other groups

Press [:] (Prev.) or [9] (Next) to show other pages. ≥After listing all the tracks in one group, the list for the next group

appears.

∫To exit the file list

Press [TOP MENU] or [RETURN].

“6”: [0] )[0] )[6]

“10”: [0] )[1] )[0]

: My favorite Total Track Tree 1

001 Both Ends Freezing 2

002 Lady Starfish 3

003 Lefe on Jupiter 4

004 Metal Glue 5

005 Paint It Yellow 6

006 Pyjamamama

Prev.

007 Shirims from Mars

008 Starperson 9

009 Velvet Cuppermine 10

010 Ziggy Starfish

Page 001/016

Playback

FUNCTIONS

DVD

CD(MP3/JPEG)

Playback Mode: MP3

Playback

Select a playback mode from the following menus.

Menus

MP3 Menu

JPEG Menu

CD (JPEG)

Folder 08 8 11/21 Mon

Picture (JPEG) View

Start Slide Show

Slide Interval

DVD

∫ Using the tree screen to find a group

[1] While the file list is displayed (l 22)

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

G 1 T 1 Total 1/ 24

No.

0 – 9

ENTER

Tree

MP3 music

/My favorite/ /My favorite/Brazillian pops/ /My favorite/Chinese pops/ /My favorite/Czech pops/ /My favorite/Hungarian pops/ /My favorite/Liner notes/ /My favorite/Japanese pops/ /My favorite/Mexican pops /My favorite/Philippine pops/

/My favorite/Swedish pops/

G 1/ 15

≥You cannot select groups with no MP3 files. ≥Press [2, 1] to jump layers in the tree screen.

Selected Group Number/Total Group Number

≥If the group has no track, “– –”

is displayed as group number.

[2] Press [3, 4] to select a group and press

[ENTER].

≥The file list for the selected group appears.

∫To return to the file list

Press [RETURN].

To show the JPEG Menu

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

[1] While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

[2] Select “MENU” with [3,

4] and press [ENTER].

[3] Select “JPEG Menu”

with [3, 4] and press [ENTER].

[CD] [with still pictures (JPEG) only]

Press [TOP MENU].

≥Depending on the JPEG file size,

the thumbnail may not be shown correctly.

≥Except for 4:3 JPEG thumbnails,

the thumbnail may not be shown correctly.

∫To show other pages

Press [:] (Previous) or [9] (Next) to show other pages. ≥

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

∫To exit the JPEG Menu

Press [TOP MENU] or [RETURN].

JPEG Menu screen

JPEG Menu

CD (JPEG)

Folder 08 8 11/21 Mon

Play

Picture (JPEG) View

Page 01/01Previous Next

1 Playing a still picture

≥Make sure that the JPEG Menu screen appears by following the

steps in “To show the JPEG Menu”.

Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a still picture you want to watch and press [ENTER].

≥You can also select a still picture by entering a 3-digit with the

numbered buttons. e.g.: “5”: [0] )[0] )[5]

≥You can watch the still pictures in order by pressing [2]

To rotate a still picture

[1] Press [SUB MENU]. [2] Select “Rotate Right” or “Rotate Left” with [3, 4]

and press [ENTER]. ≥Rotation information will not be stored.

To show the picture properties

[1] Press [STATUS] twice.

≥Press [STATUS] again, the

properties disappear.

“15”: [0] )[1] )[5]

(previous) or [1] (next).

Rotate Right

Rotate Left

ENTER

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Date 11/23/2005 No. 100/123

Shooting Date

1 Start Slide Show/Slide Interval

≥Make sure that the JPEG Menu screen appears by following the

steps in “To show the JPEG Menu”.

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

[1] Select “Folder” with [3]

and press [SUB MENU].

[2] Select “Start Slide

Show” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER].

∫To exit the Slide Show

Press [TOP MENU].

To Change the display timing

[1] Select “Slide Interval” with [3, 4] in step 2 and press [ENTER]. [2] Press [2, 1] to select the desired timing (0 to 30 seconds) and

press [ENTER].

≥When the selected JPEG file size is large, the actual slide interval

may be longer than the selected timing.

1 To select the still pictures in another folder

≥Make sure that the JPEG Menu screen appears by following the

steps in “To show the JPEG Menu”.

[1] Select “Folder” with [3]

and press [ENTER].

[2] Select the folder with

[3, 4] and press [ENTER].

ASelected folder no./Total folder no. BYou cannot select folders that

contain no compatible files.

JPEG Menu

CD (JPEG)

ENTER

Select Folder

12_02_2005

F 1/1

Playback

VQT0R73

Recording

SKIP/INDEX

SLOW/

REW

PLAY

SCHEDULE

OPERATION

SELECT

DVD ERASE

REC

REC MODE

ADD/DLT

POWER

TIME SLIP

FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU

RETURN

CM SKIP

CANCEL/RESET

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

STATUSDISPLAY

AUDI O

TV/VIDEO

VHS

DVD

TRACKING/V-LOCK

SUB MENU

DVD/VHS POWER

VCR Plus+

DUBBING

VHS DVD

CREATE

CHAPTER

VCR/TV

JET REW

REC

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

STATUS

TV/VIDEO

DVD

Recording TV programs

DVD/VHS POWER

TV/VIDEO

DVD

Numbered

buttons

AUDI O

∫

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

Preparation

≥Press [DVD].

REC MODE

VCR/TV

∫ Recording procedures

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

≥You can record up to 99 titles on a disc (49 titles [+R]). ≥It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time

only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R or 8 cm (3q) DVD-RAM discs. Use a CPRM compatible DVD-RAM.

≥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 21, 33) or use a new disc.

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

≥When recording MTS broadcasts

- If you do not connect a cable TV box Select “Main” or “Secondary Audio Program (SAP)” in “Select

VQT0R73

MTS” in the SETUP menu (l 42).

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

≥The aspect ratio of the recorded image will be 4:3. ≥In order to play a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R

recorded using this unit on another playback source, the disc must first be finalized (l 31).

Preparation

≥Release protection (disc l 30, cartridge l 30). [RAM] ≥Select an audio type you want to record. (l 25)

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

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

(l 8)

to ensure accurate recording (l 31, “Format Disc”).

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

To select with the numbered buttons: 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]

CH, W, X

AUDIO

CH, W, X

;

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

STATUS REC MODE VCR/TV

DVD

[4] Press [REC MODE] to

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

Remaining time on the disc

[5] 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 subsequent material is recorded as a separate title.

∫To pause recording

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

∫To stop recording

Press [∫, STOP]. ≥Recorded as 1 title until the position where stopped. ≥It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording

management information after recording finishes. [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

∫ Recording modes and approximate

recording times

DVD-RAM

Single-sided

(4.7 GB)

XP (High quality) 1 2 1 SP (Normal) 2 4 2 LP (Long play) 4 8 4 EP (Extra long play) 8 (6

≥Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may

become shorter than indicated.

EP (6H)°

EP (8H)

Picture quality

Recording time

° When “Recording Time in EP Mode” has been set to

“EP-Extended Play (6H)” in the SETUP menu. (l 41) The sound quality is lower compared to other recording modes when using “EP-Extended Play (8H)”.

Note

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

FR (Flexible Recording mode l 25):

≥You can set FR mode when programming scheduled recordings.

°) 16 (12°)8 (6°)

REC

Double-sided

(9.4 GB)

(Unit: hour)

DVD-R

DVD-RW

(4.7 GB)

+ 56 hidden pages

Panasonic dmr-es40 Operation Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Getting started

Warning and Important Information

Precautions for installation

About descriptions in these operating instructions

Useful features

Contents

Concerning discs

Maintenance

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

Accessories

Remote control

Main unit

STEP 1 Connection

STEP 3 Channel settings

STEP 4 Set up to match your TV and remote control

Playback

Playing discs

Skipping

Slow-motion play

Frame-by-frame viewing

Direct play

CM Skip

Changing audio during play

Playing discs which contain both MP3 and still pictures

To show the JPEG Menu

Recording

Recording TV programs