Panasonic DMR-EX95V User Manual

Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-EX95V

PAL NTSC

This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not pay TV or encrypted channels.

Read the operating instructions, the safety precautions, and the information on setting up the unit on page 3 thoroughly before you connect, operate or adjust any settings on the unit.

Trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996) Declaration of Conformity No.3955, 12 January 2006

Table of contents

Page Page Page

Safety precautions 3 Delayed playback 29 Stopping a current Timer Recording 48

Quick View 29 Automatic title transfer 48 Information about the unit 4 Simultaneous recording and playback 29 Licence information 4 Changing the audio channel 29 Delete (DELETE Navigator) 49

Copy (COPY Navigator) 49

Before you start 5 Playback (VHS) 30-31

Included Accessories 5 Preparation 30 Timer Recording 50 Inserting batteries 5 Playing a video cassette 30 Manual programming 50

Repeat playback 30 Automatic SP/LP switching during a VHS Remote Control 6-7 Stopping playback 30 recording, Change Profile 50

Pausing playback 30 Backup recording 50

Front Panel, Display 8 Slow-motion playback, Frame playback 30 Rear Panel 9 Forwards or backwards search 30 Checking or changing Timer Recordings 51

Fast forward / Jet rewind 30 Timer Off/On, Delete, Stop Recording 51 Connections 10-17 JET REW; VHS Index Search System (VISS) 30 Drive space 51 Connection with 21-pin Scart cable 10 S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) 31 DVB Auto-Setup (Tuning digital channels) 11 Manual tracking 31 ShowView Record 52 Auto-Setup (Tuning analogue channels) 11 Automatic tracking 31 TV Aspect 11 Handling video cassettes 31 Timer Recording via external units 52 Connecting to a television and Write-protecting cassettes 31 satellite receiver 12-13 Cleaning video heads 31 Advanced Copy 53-57 Connection with Audio/Video cable 14 Information about high speed copying 53 Connection with S VIDEO cable 15 Recording 32-34 Recording and playback while copying in Connection with HDMI cable 16-17 Before recording 32 High Speed Mode 53

Disc Protection, CPRM 32 53 External units 18 Formatting, For recording 32 Copy titles and playlists with a copy list 54-55 Connecting an analogue amplifier 18 Time-triggered copying 56 Connecting a digital amplifier 18 Record, Pause the recording 33 Copy pictures 57 Connection to AV3 (Camcoder) 18 DVD/HDD recording of TV programmes 33 Connection to DV input 18 Changing the recording mode 33 COPYING (front of unit) 58

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 19 Timer recording with the television set 33 Playlists 59-61 Connecting a TV with COMPONENT VIDEO Specifying a time as the recording duration 34 Creating a playlist 59 input terminal 19 DVD/HDD playback during recording 34 Launching the Playlists menu 60 Progressive television picture 19 Direct TV recording 34 Editing playlists in the SUB MENU 60

Profiles 20 Selecting the sound track to record for

Status displays 21 Recording in dual-channel audio 34 Automatic detection of an SD Card 62

Remaining recording time on the hard disk

VHS recording of TV programmes 33

Recording from an external unit, e.g. a camera 34 Editing chapters in the SUB MENU 61

programmes with dual-channel sound 34 Copy All Pictures 62

Approximate copying time

Banner 22 FUNCTIONS 35-75 Flexible Rec (FR) 63

Notes on the menus 35 HDD 23 Entering text / Symbols 36 DV Auto Rec 63

Automatic detection of a camcorder at DV IN 63 Disc formats 24-25 DIRECT NAVIGATOR 37-39 Playback and recording discs 24 Overview of DIRECT NAVIGATOR 37 Setup 64-72 Playback discs 25 Delete, Properties 37 Tuning 64-65 Handling discs 25 Table Display/Thumbnail Display 37 Disc 66

Album View, Sort, Title View 37 List of language codes 67

SD Card 26 Editing titles in the SUB MENU 38 Picture 67

Editing chapters in the SUB MENU 39 Sound 68 Playback (DVD/HDD) 27-29 Display 68 Preparation 27 Connection, AV-Link function 69-70 Playback 27 MP3 playback 41 VHS 70 Playing back a selected title 27 Picture Playback 42-45 Q Link functions 70 Playback starts automatically 27 JPEG/TIFF playback of DVD-RAM/SD 42-44 Others 71-72 Selecting programmes/titles for playback 27 JPEG/TIFF playback of CD/DVD-R 45 Auto finalize 27 HDD Management 73 Pausing playback 28 TV Guide 46-48 Stopping playback 28 Landscape view 46 Card Management 73 Saving the playback position 28 Additional information about a programme 46 Slow-motion playback 28 Changing between the views 46 DVD Management 74-75 Fast forward/rewind 28 Portrait view 47 Dividing a recording into chapters 28 Prog. Type Display according to topic areas 47 Picture and sound settings 76-77 Skipping, MANUAL SKIP 28 Display according to Category 47 If you need help 78-82 Frame playback 28 Programming the timer in the TV Guide 48 Specifications 83 TIME SLIP 29 Deleting a Timer Recording 48 Index last page

DivX playback 40

Safety Precautions

Voltage: Only use power sources complying with the specifications for this device.

AC mains lead protection: Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and

not damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock

Service: Never attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If a problem occurs that is not

described in these operating instructions, disconnect the power supply and contact

your dealer or an authorised after sales service centre.

Inside of product

Install this in a horizontal position.

Do not place anything heavy on it.

Keep this away from high temperatures and avoid changes in

temperatures.

Keep away from liquids, humidity and dust.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible

or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during

use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the

product and the mobile telephone.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

CAUTION!

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

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

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

DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

device

Back of product, see page 9.

If you see this symbol, read page 4.

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.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

The model and serial number of this product can be found on the back of the unit. Please note them and keep for future reference.

Model No. Serial No.

Information about the unit

Menu FUNCTIONS

Playback

Recording Delete Copy

To Others

ENTER

FUNCTIONS

ENTER RETURN

Disc Protection Off

Schreibschutz Aus

Timer Recording

ShowView Record Advanced Copy

Playlists Flexible Rec

DV Auto Rec Setup

DVD Management

DVD-RAM

Press FUNCTIONS on the remote to start the FUNCTIONS menu.

Select the unit menu with the navigation buttons and ENTER.

Press RETURN to leave the menu.

DVB-T

This unit is a DVD Recorder with integrated tuner. You can receive and record both analog and terrestrial digital channels (DVB-T) without an additional reception unit (Set Top Box).

DivX-compatible

DivX files can be played back from CD-R/CD-RW and DVD-R.

GUIDE

The TV Guide gives you a preview of the TV programmes for the next 7 days from your digital stations. Simply select each programme to store it for Timer programming.

DV interface

You can connect your digital camcorder directly to this unit via the DV IN connection. This way it’s easy to copy your movies.

Licence information

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

Dolby Digital

Method of encoding digital signals. The signals are very much compressed in the process to enable recordings of large volumes of data. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

Sound system used in cinemas or movie theaters all over the world. "DTS"

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

MP3 or MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 is a file compression format used for digital audio files. It provides files of an extremely small size and may cause a consequential loss of quality. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.

HDAVI Control

is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

SD Logo is a trademark.

miniSD is a trademark of SD Card Association. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

The HDMI connection makes it easy to connect up your multimedia units. One single cable transmits both digital video data and digital audio data. HDMI is the world's first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

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

Before you start

Dear customer

Thank you for your trust and your decision to purchase this top-quality unit. Panasonic is one of the leading manufacturers of entertainment electronics units. We are sure that you will be completely satisfied with this unit.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

Included Accessories

DVD/VHS

SELECT

SUB MENU

AUDIO

DRIVE

1 4 7

RESET

STOP

REC

SKIP/INDEX

REC MODE

F Rec

2 5 8

PAUSE

ENTER

DVD/TV

6 9

INPUT

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

CREATE CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DISPLAY

TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE

REW

VOLUME

ShowView

DELETE

PLAY

PROG/CHECK

RETURN

MANUAL SKIP

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

JET REW

Remote Control

EUR7659YP0

Batteries

AA, UM3 or R6

Operating Instructions

Guarantee Card

AC mains lead

RJA0043-1C

Audio/Video cable

K2KA6BA00003

RF Coaxial cable

K1TWACC00001

R6/LR6, AA

Inserting batteries

The batteries last for about a year, depending on how often you use the remote control unit.

Do not mix old with new batteries, or batteries of different types.

Only use batteries without any harmful substances (lead, cadmium, mercury).

Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Remove the batteries if the remote control unit will remain unused for longer periods of time.

Do not heat or short-circuit the batteries. Immediately remove used-up batteries and replace with batteries of type AA, UM3 or R6.

Be sure to put in the batteries the right way round + and -.

Dispose of batteries, packaging material and the unit according to statutory regulations. They must not be thrown into the household refuse.

Remote Control

Point the remote control at the sensor of the unit. Avoid obstacles along the transmission path. The maximum reach of the remote control is 7 metres directly in front of the unit. Make sure that the transmission window and the sensor on the unit are clean. The process can be impaired by direct sunlight and glass cabinet doors.

7 m

Remote control signal sensor

Child protection

You can lock the buttons on the unit and the remote control.

Press and hold the RETURN and ENTER buttons until [X HOLD] appears in the display. The buttons on the unit are locked.

To unlock the child protection, repeat the process until [X HOLD] disappears.

Operating a television

Change the code on the remote control to control your TV.

Press and hold the TV on and off button.

Enter the two-digit code for your television.

Trademark Code

Panasonic 01-04,45 AIWA 35 AKAI 27,30 BLAUPUNKT 09 BRANDT 10,15 BUSH 05,06 CURTIS 31 DESMET 05,31,33 DUAL 05,06 ELEMIS 31 FERGUSON 10 GOLDSTAR/LG 31

Trademark Code

GOODMANS 05,06,31 GRUNDIG 09 HITACHI 22,23,31,40-42 INNO HIT 34 IRRADIO 30 ITT 25 JVC 17,39 LOEWE 07 METZ 28,31 MITSUBISHI 06,19,20 MIVAR 24 NEC 36

Trademark Code

NOKIA 25-27 NORDMENDE 10 ORION 37 PHILIPS 05,06 PHONOLA 31,33 PIONEER 38 PYE 05,06 RADIOLA 05,06 SABA 10 SALORA 26 SAMSUNG 31,32,43 SANSUI 05,31,33

Trademark Code

SANYO 21 SBR 06 SCHNEIDER 05,06,29-31 SELECO 06,25 SHARP 18 SIEMENS 09 SINUDYNE 05,06,33 SONY 08 TELEFUNKEN 10-14 THOMSON 10,15,44 TOSHIBA 16

WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05,06

Some television models of the listed brands (e.g. older Panasonic units) cannot be controlled via the remote control.

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection

VHS

Others

Remote Control

Clock Power Save Quick Start

DivX Registration

System Update

Initialize

Remote Control

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

DVD 1

DVD 2 DVD 3

DVD 1

Off

Switching to AV input on your Panasonic television

Press AV. Switches between TV reception and AV input each time the button is pressed.

Setting up the remote control

If you are using another Panasonic unit at the same location, change the setting of the remote control so that you can operate the units independently of each other.

Set up the remote control for the unit.

Press FUNCTIONS.

Select [To Others] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Setup] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Others] with , [Remote Control] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [DVD 1, 2 or 3] with and confirm with ENTER.

Apply the selected setting [DVD 1, 2 or 3] to the remote control.

Press and hold ENTER and press the appropriate number button 1, 2 or 3 for at least 2 seconds.

Exit the menu with RETURN.

If the remote control setting does not match that of the unit, DVD 1, 2 or 3 appears on the unit’s display.

Press ENTER and press the appropriate number key 1, 2 or 3 simultaneously for at least 2 seconds.

If you want to operate two units independently of each other using the same remote control, then change the the remote control setting.

Remote Control

DVD/VHS

Standby/on switch

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

DRIVE

SELECT

DRIVE SELECT

Select the DVD, HDD, SD or VHS drive.

Direct entry using the number buttons

Selection of channels, title numbers, etc.

VCD JPEG JPEG

RESET

MP3

5: 5:

Delete a function.

VHS: RESET = Reset the tape counter.

SKIP/INDEX

SKIP = Skip chapters, titles or

pictures.

VHS: INDEX = Find the beginning of a

recording.

STOP

Stop a recording or playback.

VHS: Stop jet rewind.

Press for more than 3 seconds to eject the cassette.

Detailed information appears on the screen. Status displays.

Direction buttons in the menu guide. Select groups or titles.

SUB MENU

Launch the sub-menu.

DIRECT NAVIGATOR = e Title View. Launch th

RED button: Menu guide

GREEN button: Menu guide

REC

Recording

REC MODE

Record mode button ()XP, SP, LP, EP

15: 15: 15:

DVD/VHS

SUB MENU

DRIVE

SELECT

1 4

RESET

SKIP/INDEX

STOP

VOLUME

TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE

6 9

INPUT

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

ShowView

DELETE

PLAY

PROG/CHECK

RETURN

TRACKING/V-LOCK/PAGE

ShowView

DELETE

SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

REW

2 5

PAUSE

ENTER

CREATE

MANUAL SKIP

CHAPTER

ENTER

EXT LINK

DISPLAY

DIRECT TV REC

TIME SLIP

JET REW

PAUSE

PLAY

PROG/CHECK

RETURN

GUIDE = Launch the TV Guides. FUNCTIONS = Launch the selection menu.

CHAPTER

REC MODE

REC

F Rec

AUDIO

DVD/TV

ENTER = Select or save a setting.

MANUAL SKIP

= Frame or slow-

motion playback.

EXT LINK

DIRECT TV REC

Switch the TV on and off.

Select the AV input on the TV set.

VOLUME

CH = Select the programme position on the TV set.

VOLUME = TV volume control.

CH = Programme selection button

VHS: = Optimise the

TRACKING/V-LOCK+/-

playback picture.

ShowView Record menu.

Delete a title.

INPUT

Switch button to switch AV input between tuner, AV1, AV2, AV3 (front) and DV IN.

SLOW = Slow-motion playback. SEARCH = Search during playback.

VHS = Jet rewind

: REW

= Fast forward from STOP mode.

= Rewind

REW

= Forward search during playback.

Pause a recording or playback.

VHS: Press and hold for more than 2 seconds for slow-motion playback.

Start playback.

RAM

HDD

: You can increase

Quick View

the playback speed.

VHS: Playback or repeat playback

Check or change a Timer Recording.

Return to the previous menu.

CREATE

YELLOW button: Menu guide

: Divide a recording into chapters. DVD/HDD

BLUE button: Menu guide DVD p ahead 30 seconds./HDD: Jum

Timer Recording with external recording control.

Direct TV recording to DVD, HDD, VHS.

AUDIO

Select the audio channel/soundtrack.

F Rec

Flexible Recording

DISPLAY

TIME SLIP

JET REW

DVD/HDD: Picture and sound settings.

DVD/HDD: TIME SLIP = Select the

time frame.

VHS: JET REW = Jet rewind to the

beginning of the tape.

You can also switch on the unit from Standby mode using the PLAY , GUIDE, DIRECT NAVIGATOR, PROG/CHECK and ShowView buttons.

Front Panel

Cassette Compartment

Display

SD Card slot

Disc Tray

RECORDING

Standby/on switch : Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small

3 4

DVD

HDD

VHS

6 7

amount of power. Switching this unit into standby mode does not disconnect it from the mains.

HDD

COPYING

VHS

DVD

DRIVE SELECT

Standby/on switch

Drive select

S VIDEO input AV3

EJECT: Eject the cassette. OPEN/CLOSE: Open and

close the disc tray.

STOP

AV3 input terminal

Forward/rewind

Search during playback.

PLAY

RAM

DV input

Playback

Quick View

Channel select button

REC: Record

Copy

Displays

Shows Timer mode or Timer recording.

DVD

HDD

VHS

REC

PLAY

The selected drive is being displayed.

The inserted medium is being shown.

The selected drive is recording. Flashes shortly before a Timer Recording starts.

The selected drive is playing.

Other messages PLEASE WAIT Please wait.

DVD 1, 2, 3 Wrong remote control code. SETUP You are in the Setup menu. READ Disc is being read. No READ Disc cannot be read. FINAL DVD is being finalized. No CASSETTE No cassette has been inserted. No DISC No disc has been inserted. PROTECT Disc is write-protected. JETREW A cassette is being jet-rewind. OFF0:30 The recording time is set to 30 minutes. REPEAT Repeat playback is on. START A function (copying) is beginning. To DVD Copying from VHS to DVD-RAM.

XP, SP LP, EP

EXT-L

Recording mode / All on:

FR mode

Flexible recordings/Timer Recordings.

Digital channel

External-Link: A Timer Recording is being made from an external unit.

Current time, recording/playback counter, various messages.

COPY Copying is taking place. STOP A function has been stopped (copying). PROG FULL All 32 timer programme positions are full. UNSUPPORT Disc format is not supported. UNFORMAT Disc is unformatted. SW-DL Software Download. X HOLD Child protection is active. GUIDE EPG Download. 99PER 99 % - Copying is finished. SLIDE No FIN HDMI .

Slideshow running

Finalization not possible during the recording

HDMI unit is connected

Error messages

Rear Panel

AC IN

OPTICAL

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

RF IN

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

S VIDEO OUT

RF OUT

VIDEO OUT

AV1 (TV)

AC IN~ = Power supply Connection for the AC mains lead.

HDMI AV OUT

Digital audio output

Video output

AV1 (TV) = 21-pin Scart terminal TV connection

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y = Luminance signal (brightness)

P = Chrominance signal (colour difference)

RF OUT

Aerial output

6 7

8 9

OPTICAL

Digital audio output

Audio output, right/left channel

AUDIO OU T

AV2 (EXT)

AV2 (EXT) = 21-pin Scart terminal External unit connection

S VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO output terminal

RF IN

Aerial input

The outputs of 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9 are dedicated to modules of digital signal processing (DVD). The video and audio outputs of 6 and 7 are dedicated to modules of digital (DVD) or analogue (VHS) signal processing. Both groups of outputs are used for analogue and digital sources. But there are limitations, e.g.: During recording or scheduled recording on DVD, the VHS playback is only possible on outputs of 6 and 7.

For a conventional tube television, we recommend using the Scart terminal. You retain a high-quality RGB video picture with an RGB-compatible television.

If you want to use a progressive-capable LCD/plasma television or LCD projector, connect it to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to get a high quality progressive video picture.

Connections

Select the connection pattern that matches your environment from patterns A-E.

Choose from one of the connection types A-E that suits your requirement.

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

Use of the supplied RF coaxial cables

To prevent interference patterns from appearing on your TV, use only the supplied RF coaxial cables when you connect this unit to your TV and aerial outlet or aerial cable, as shown in connection types A-E.

Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables.

Do not roll up the RF coaxial cables.

Connecting to a television only

Connection with 21-pin Scart cable (not provided)

You need a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable for this optimal connection type.

1 Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

2 Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the

3 Connect the AV1 terminal (21-pin Scart terminal) of the DVD Recorder with the

4 Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the power supply system.

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup to tune in TV Channels.

This unit’s rear panel

aerial input of the TV.

Scart input of the TV.

RF coaxial cable

AC IN

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

AC mains lead

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

To household mains socket

OPTICAL

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

RF IN

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

S VIDEO OUT

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

RF OUT

RF coaxial cable

(included)

(For Q Link functions)

AV IN

RF IN

Television’s rear panel

Auto Setup

DVB Auto-Setup (Tuning digital channels)

Automatic setup of the unit

After being switched on for the first time, the unit proceeds with an automatic station search for digital channels. This is followed by the search for analogue channels.

Turn on the television and select the AV input that this unit is connected to.

Switch the unit on using the Standby/on-switch.

DVB Auto-Setup

Please wait !

Prog.

1 23 ZDF 12302 12289 9 2 23 Info/3sat 12302 12289 9 3 23 Doku/KiKa 12302 12289 9 4 23 RTL Television 12305 11397 9 5 23 RTL2 12305 11397 9

RETURN : to cancel

RETURN

Auto-Setup (Tuning analogue channels)

Analogue Auto-Setup in progress.(without Q Link)

Datenübernahme von TV

Analogue Auto-Setup in progress. Please wait.

RETURN : to cancel

Ch 5

Channel Service Name

Net ID

TS ID

Quality

Download in progress.(with Q Link)

Download in Progress. Please wait. RETURN : to cancel

Checking Broadcaster's data. (with Q Link)

Checking Broadcaster's data. Please wait. RETURN : to cancel

Depending on different countries or regions, the digital TV programme has its own selection of operating frequency channels, frequency bands, transmission parameters and frequencies, The unit automatically searches for all available digital television stations.

Active Antenna

If an active aerial is connected to the unit, which is energised by the unit, no station was found during auto setup. Switch [Active Antenna] to [On] in the [Setup] menu. Then repeat the auto setup. After the auto setup, you can check the signal attributes in the [Setup] menu.

Analogue Auto-Setup (without Q Link)

The auto setup saves all avaiable television stations and takes approx. 5 minutes. If the station also broadcasts Date and Time, the time will be set automatically. If the automatically set time is incorrect, you can set this manually.

Download from TV with (Registered trademark of Panasonic)

If your television is equipped with the Q Link feature, the stations are downloaded through the transfer of the station table. In order to be able to use Q Link, the unit must be connected to a TV with Q Link or a similar feature via a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable.

Checking Broadcaster's data (with Q Link)

Once the station data have been adopted from the television set, the analogue stations are sorted accordingly.

You can repeat the station search again.

CHANGE

ENTER

TV Aspect

Time

Number

SELECT

ENTER

0 00 00 1 1 2006: : / /

- -

Clock cannot be set automatically.

SELECT

Please set the clock manually. ENTER : store RETURN : l eav e

RETURN

16:9 WIDE TV

4:3 TV

RETURN

Clock

TV Aspect

16:9

4:3

Letterbox

Automatic

Date

Setting the date and time (if not found automatically)

Off

If the Date and Time are not transferred via a television station, the Clock menu appears.

Use or and to select the Time and Date.

Confirm the change with ENTER.

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An incorrect date or time affects the programmed recording of television programmes (note summer and winter time).

Select the desired screen format with and confirm with . ENTER

Auto setup for your unit is complete. The availability of stations may differ regionally. You can now select your favourite stations and store them in the required order in the profiles.

Connecting to a television and satellite receiver

To household mains socket

This unit’s rear panel

AC IN

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

AV OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

AUDIO OUT

Television’s rear panel

AV IN

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

(For Q Link functions)

RF IN

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

S VIDEO OUT

RF OUT

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

AC mains lead (included)

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

To household mains socket

Fully wired 21-pin Scart cable

AV OUT

Satellite receiver’s rear panel

LNB IN

Connecting to a television and satellite receiver

Connection of Set Top Box or satellite receiver

If you receive your television programme via a satellite receiver (digital/analogue), connect your DVD Recorder as a downstream unit.

If your television supports Q Link, use a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable to connect it to the TV. The stations automatically downloaded through [Download from TV]. If your television supports RGB, set the AV1 Output to RGB 1 or RGB 2 in the [Setup] menu.

1 Connect the aerial (SAT) to the LNB IN (aerial input) of the external unit.

2 Connect the RF OUT (aerial output) of the external unit with the RF IN (aerial

input) of the DVD Recorder.

3 Connect the RF OUT (aerial output) of the DVD Recorders with the RF IN (aerial

input) of the television unit.

4 Connect the AV1 terminal (21-pin Scart terminal) of the DVD Recorder with the

Scart input of the television unit.

Auto-Setup Restart

No stations found ! Please check aerial connection. Restart Auto-Setup ?

Yes

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

5 Connect the external unit with a 21-pin Scart cable to the Av2 connection of the

DVD Recorder.

6 Connect the DVD Recorder, the TV and the external unit to the power supply

system.

7 Switch on the external unit and the DVD Recorder.

Turn on the television and select the AV input that this unit is connected to. [Auto-Setup] follows automatically and it ends with the note: [No stations found !].

Select [No] with and confirm with ENTER. The available stations are downloaded from the external unit.

Select with the required TV picture format and confirm with ENTER.

Switch the DVD Recorder to AV2 with CH . You see the television picture from the external unit.

The date and time are not set automatically. Set them manually.

View / record satellite programmes

Press INPUT SELECT to select the input channel AV2 or put this unit in standby mode.

The TV Guide does not show any information if you have connected the unit to a satellite receiver only.

Connection with Audio/Video cable

You can use this frequently used standard connection with the provided accessories.

1 Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

2 Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the

aerial input of the TV.

3 Connect the AUDIO OUT (L/R) and VIDEO OUT of the DVD Recorder with the

audio/video of the television.

4 Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the power supply system.

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup to tune in TV channels.

This unit’s rear panel

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

To household mains socket

AC IN

OUT

HDMI

AUDIO

OPTICAL

AC mains lead

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

Audio/Video

Television’s rear panel

VIDEO OUT

AV 2 (EXT)

Audio/Video cable (included) Video Yellow L White R Red

AV 1 (TV)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/ INTERLACE)

OUT

S VIDEO

RF coaxial cable

RF IN

RF OUT

RF coaxial cable

(included)

RF IN

Connection with S VIDEO cable

Depending on the television, the connection with the S VIDEO cable results in a higher quality picture than the connection with an Audio/Video cable.

1 Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

2 Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the

3 Connect AUDIO OUT (L/R) and S VIDEO OUT of the DVD Recorder with the

4 Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the power supply system.

aerial input of the TV.

S VIDEO and audio input of the TV.

This unit’s rear panel

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

AC IN

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup to tune in TV channels.

RF IN

OPTICAL

OUT

HDMI

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/ INTERLACE)

OUT

S VIDEO

RF OUT

RF coaxial cable

To household mains socket

AC mains lead

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

Audio cable

L White R Red

Audio IN

Television’s rear panel

S VIDEO cable

S Video

RF IN

RF coaxial cable

(included)

Connection with HDMI cable (not included)

The HDMI connection can be used only with units that are suited for HDMI.

Connect the aerial to RF IN (Aerial input) of the DVD Recorder.

Connect RF OUT (Aerial output) of the DVD Recorder with the

aerial input of the TV.

Connect HDMI AV OUT of the DVD Recorder with the HDMI input of the TV.

Connect the DVD Recorder and the television to the power supply system.

This unit’s rear panel

AC IN

After completing the above connections, proceed to the Auto-Setup to tune in TV channels.

OPTICAL

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AV 2 (EXT)

AV 1 (TV)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

RF IN

RF OUT

RF coaxial cable

To household mains socket

(AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz)

To household mains socket

AC mains lead

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

Television’s rear panel

HDMI IN

HDMI cable

Only use fully wired cables showing the

HDMI

HDMI logo. Use cable of max. 5 m in length to avoid interference with the video signal.

RF IN

RF coaxial cable

(included)

Connection with HDMI cable (not included)

Connection to an amplifier

Television set

HDMI IN

HDMI OUT

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

DVD Recorder

Amplifier

(High Definition Multimedia Interface)

If you connect the DVD Recorder to an HDMI-compatible unit, just one cable transfers a high quality digital audio and video signal without interference.

Once an HDAVI Control compatible unit has been connected to the HDMI terminal, switch the units on and automatically selects the input channel for the DVD Recorder. Repeat the procedure if there is any change to the HDMI terminal.

The audio signal cannot be transmitted via HDMI if an externally connected unit does not support CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media), or when playing a DVD audio with copy protection. In this case, use an audio cable.

If a connected TV only supports dual-channel audio, then an audio signal with 3 or more channels is down-converted, with output through 2 audio channels. It is not always possible to down-convert all discs.

Titles where down-converting is not possible can only be reproduced via HDMI through an amplifier which corresponds to the HDMI Ver. 1.1 standard or higher and is CPPM compatible.

Connect an amplifier complying with the HDMI Ver. 1.1 standard and adjust the setting in the [Setup] menu to [HDMI and Optical]. Now you can enjoy the full audio sound.

For HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compatible units with DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connection (e.g. PC monitors): depending on the unit, it is possible that a DVI/HDMI adapter does not reproduce the video signal perfectly. The audio signal is not transmitted in this case.

If you connect this unit with an HDMI cable to a Panasonic television set with HDAVI control function, then both units can be controlled. If you connect this unit with an fully wired 21 pin scart cable you can use the Q Link functions to control the television and this unit. You can use both kinds of connection at the same time. Settings for control with HDMI and Q Link:

The following systems from other manufacturers have similar function to Q Link from Panasonic.

- Easy Link (Trademark of Philips)

- SMARTLINK (Trademark of Sony)

- DATA LOGIC (Trademark of Metz)

- Megalogic (Trademark of Grundig) For details, refer to your television's operating

instructions or consult your dealer.

Control via Q Link and HDMI (HDAVI Control)

Automatic input changeover (Easy Playback)

If you start the playback function or select a menu (e.g. Direct Navigator, Timer Recording), the TV automatically switches to the input channel for the DVD Recorder. If you are recording on the DVD drive, the TV does not automatically change to the input channel.

Direct TV recording

Press DIRECT TV REC to directly record the programme you are currently watching. You do not need to enter anything else.

Power on link

If you start the playback function or e.g. select the menu Direct Navigator or Timer Recording or by inserting a disc, the television set switches on and automatically selects the input channel for the DVD Recorder. If you are recording on the DVD drive, the TV does not automatically change to the input channel.

TV/DVD automatic switch-on If the TV set and DVD Recorder are switched off (in standby), both units are switched on automatically by pressing PLAY, DIRECT NAVIGATOR, GUIDE,

ShowView or PROG/CHECK.

Power off link

If the television set is switched off, this unit automatically switches off as well. The unit also switches off while the menu FUNCTIONS, DISPLAY or status messages are being displayed, and even when a Timer-controlled recording has been programmed or during playback. The unit does not switch off during a recording with the REC button, the Copying function or while a disc is being finalized.

A TV takes a certain time to change over the input channel for the DVD Recorder automatically. It is therefore possible that the television set does not display the playback at the start of the title. Press SKIP or SLOW/SEARCH to return to the start of the playback.

Download from TV (analogue channels only) Station transfer from television set. During [data transfer from TV], data for the

station list are automatically downloaded from the TV set. The stations are stored in the same presets of the DVD Recorder as on your TV set.

This unit allows for Timer Recordings using the programming function of the television (e.g. IDTV).

External units

For all connections described: Before you connect cables, make sure that all units are switched off. Switch on the units after you have connected the cables.

Amplifier (example)

AUDIO IN

L R

Amplifier (example)

OPTICAL

Optical digital audio cable

Push the jack all the way into the socket with this side facing up.

Audio cable

L - White R - Red

AV OUT

AUDIO OUT

Connecting an analogue amplifier or an analogue system component

In order to enjoy stereo or Dolby Pro Logic, connect a corresponding amplifier or an analogue audio component.

Connect the AUDIO OUT (L/R) output e.g. with a Dolby Pro Logic amplifier.

Connect the audio cable according to the colours and markings on the connection terminal (white/L, red/R).

Connecting a digital amplifier or a digital system component

If an amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital, DTS or an MPEG-decoder is connected, a DVD-Video-Disc with multi-channel surround sound can be played back.

Connect an amplifier with a Dolby Digital, DTS or an MPEG decoder.

Use an Optical digital audio cable.

Change the [Digital Audio Output] setting in the Setup menu [Sound]

according to your connected digital amplifier. You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders that are not suitable for DVD.

If the unit is connected to the television set with an HDMI cable and you are using the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Optical) for audio output, change the HDMI settings [Digital Audio Output] to [Optical Only] in the [Setup] menu.

Connect this unit to a device with

Connect this unit to a device with a DTS decoder in order to be able

a DTS decoder in order to be able to play DVDs with this symbol.

to play DVDs with this symbol.

This unit can record and playback

stereo sound in Dolby Digital (dual channel). DVD-Vs can be played back

in multi-channel sound.

S VIDEO-cable

DV IN

AV3 S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO AUDIO IN R

Audio cable

L - White R - Red

AV3 S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO AUDIO IN R

Audio/Video cable Video - Yellow

L - White R - Red

Connection to AV3 (e.g. camcorder)

If the audio output of the other unit is mono, connect it to the L/MONO terminal. Both the left and the right channel will be recorded.

Select one of the two connection options. The connection with S VIDEO cable and audio cable (L/R) delivers the best quality.

Connection to DV input

DV means digital video and is a video standard.

You can connect a DV-compatible camcorder to the DVD Recorder. The DV IN connection is available for this purpose. The DVD Recorder cannot be controlled via an external unit that is connected to the DV IN terminal.

Before you connect the DV cable, make sure that all units are switched off. After you have connected the cable, switch on the units.

Connect the DV output of the DV unit (e.g. digital camcorder) with the DV input terminal of the DVD Recorder. Use a DV cable.

After you have connected the cable, switch on both units.

It is not possible to copy to a VHS cassette via DV input.

The DV input of this unit is only intended for DV units. For example, a computer cannot be connected. Some DV units do not allow for proper input of the picture and sound signal.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Audioinput L/R

Audio cable

L - White R - Red

AV OUT

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection VHS Others

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection VHS Others

AUDIO OUT

TV Aspect Progressive TV System HDMI Settings

AV1 Output

AV2 Settings

Active Antenna

TV Aspect

Progressive

TV System HDMI Settings

AV1 Output

AV2 Settings

Active Antenna

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Y PB PR

Video cable

Y - Green PB - Blue PR - Red

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO OUT

4:3 On PAL

Video

AV1 Output

SELECT

Video ( with component )

ENTER

RGB 1 ( without component )

RGB 2 ( without component )

RGB output is available all the time while this unit is on.

Off

TAB

RETURN

4:3 On PAL

Video

Off

SELECT

TAB

ENTER

RETURN

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

The terminals can be used for INTERLACE or PROGRESSIVE output and deliver a clearer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Connections via these terminals output the colour difference signals (PB /PR) and the brightness signal (Y) separately. Colours can be reproduced true to the original colour. The properties of the COMPONENT VIDEO input terminal are dependent on the TV or screen.

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT sockets of the unit with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN of the TV unit. Use a Video cable.

Always connect terminals with the same colour.

Connect the audio cables to the corresponding audio input terminal on the TV.

Connecting a TV with COMPONENT VIDEO input terminals

If your TV with LCD or plasma screen supports the progressive process, connect it to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. If you want to enjoy full progressive video, set Progressive to [On].

If the AV1 Output setting in the Setup menu is set to [RGB 1/2 ( without component )], there is no output to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. Set this option to [Video ( with component )]. If the unit is connected to the TV via the S VIDEO OUT or the AV1 terminal, output is Interlace regardless of the settings.

Press FUNCTIONS.

Select [To Others] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Setup] with and confirm with ENTER.

Select [Connection] with , [Progressive] with , and confirm with ENTER.

Select the option [On] with and confirm with ENTER.

Press RETURN several times, in order to return to the television picture.

Progressive television picture

The progressive picture aspect ratio (height to width) is set to 16:9. DVD-Video with a picture aspect ratio of 16:9 is properly displayed. However, video material with an image page ratio of 4:3 is shown stretched from right to left. If it is possible to adjust the picture aspect ratio on your television, select the setting [Progressive - On].

With a normal television, the progressive output can cause the picture to flicker, even if the television is progressive-compatible. Select the setting [Progressive - Off].

Progressive-compatible televisions (PAL)

LCD/plasma television or LCD projector

If progressive output is used, videos can be viewed in High Resolution, for example from DVD-Video. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT on this unit is connected with the COMPONENT VIDEO IN on the television. Select the [Progressive - On] setting.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DVD Recorder

Progressive output

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Conventional televisions

On a normal television, Progressive output can cause flickering even if the television is Progressive-compatible. Select the [Progressive

- Off] setting.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DVD Recorder

Progressive output

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Profiles

DVD

HDD

VHS

Setup

Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection VHS Others

All Services

1 Das Erste

2 ZDF 3 RTL Television 4 SAT.1 5 VOX 6 ProSieben 7 RTL2 8 KABEL1 9 Super RTL

SELECT

RETURN

All Services

1 Das Erste 2 ZDF 3 RTL Television 4 SAT.1 5 VOX 6 ProSieben 7 RTL2 8 KABEL1 9 Super RTL

Profile Name

SELECT

JUMP RETURN

Edit Profiles

Auto-Setup Restart Digital Add New DVB Services

Signal Condition Analogue Manual

Download from TV

Edit Profiles

Profile Select

Edit Profiles

Move

TO STORE, PRESS ENTER

Profile 1

Add

Profile 1

1 Das Erste

2 ZDF

3 ProSieben 4 KABEL1

Delete

Add All

Page -

Delete All

Page + Page -

Creating new profiles

You can create four different profiles where you can put together your favourite analog and digital TV stations (99 entries). The profiles are stored in the TV Guide.

Press FUNCTIONS.

Select [To Others] with and press ENTER to confirm.

Select [Setup] with and press ENTER to confirm.

Select [Edit Profiles] with and press ENTER to confirm. You will now see the menu Edit Profiles.

Use PAGE to scroll backwards or forwards page for page through the two tables.

Profile Select

Four different profiles are available.

Use the GREEN button to select a profile.

Add

Select the required station in the left table with .

Use the YELLOW button to accept the selected station. Every station can only be added to the profile once.

Press ENTER to save the profile.

Add All

Use the BLUE button to add all available stations to the profile.

Press ENTER to save the profile.

Edit profile

Use to go to the column of the selected profile. Use the coloured buttons to edit the profiles.

Profile Name

Press the RED button to change the profile name.

Move

You can change the order of stations in the selected profile.

Select the required station with .

Use the GREEN button to mark the station.

Move the station to the required position with .

Press the GREEN button again to insert the station.

Press ENTER to save the profile.

Delete

Select the required station with .

Use the YELLOW button to delete the station from the profile.

Press ENTER to save the profile.

Delete All

Use the BLUE button to delete all stations from the profile.

Press ENTER to save the profile.

STATUS displays

DVD

HDD

VHS

DVD-RAM

1 ZDF 17:11

heute 17:00–17:15

Multi-Audio

NOW

Change Category

Status display

DVD-RAM

1:07 SP

1 DVB

ZDF L R

HDD REC

1 2 3 4 5

Status display of other media

10:07:21 1.12. Remain 0:50 SP

T14 0:05.14 SP

Detailed information

T10 0:05.14 SP

1:07 SP

1 DVB

ZDF

All Services

info

Screen information

Every time you change the station, a status display and banner appear automatically. They disappear again after a short time. You can change how long they appear for in the setup menu.

Press to show the screen information again.

Status displays

You can switch off display of the screen information in the setup menu.

1: Current medium

2: Current recording playback status and remaining time 3: Current station position. DVB shows a digital station. 4: Current station 5: Sound mode: LR,L,R: Soundtrack was changed with the AUDIO button. 6: Status display and recording status of other media.

Record

REC

PAUSE

PLAY

Pause

Playback

Fast forward (5 stages)

Slow motion (5 stages)

PLAY/x1.3

Quick View

Rewind (5 stages)

Slow-motion rewind (5 stages)

Pause playback

You can display detailed informationen only during playback or recording (VHS only recording). They are not recorded.

7: Current date and time 8: Available recording time and recording mode: e.g. 0:50 SP shows 50 minutes in

SP mode.

9: Title number: shows the recording mode and the elapsed play time of the title.

VHS: Current tape counter.

10: Title number: shows the recording mode and the recording time of the title.

VHS

L R SP

0:21.29

VHS screen information

Press me the button is pressed, the display switches

during playback. Each ti

between tape counter and remaining tape time

VHS

L R SP

Current medium

LR, L, R: The soundtrack can be changed with the AUDIO button. SP: Selected recording mode.

REMAIN: 0:24

0:21.29

Remaining tape time: The display depends on the correct setting of the tape length.

Tape counter: It is automatically set to 0:00.00 when a video

cassette is inserted. Use to reset the counter to / 0:00.00. RESET

0:21.29

Repeat

Banner

2 ZDF 17:11

heute 17:00–17:30

1 3

2 ZDF 17:11

heute 17:00–17:30

Encrypted

No Signal

Multi-Audio

NOW

On selecting a radio station or if the banner shows [No Signal], [Bad Signal], [Encrypted] or [No Service], the banner cannot disappear and is included in any current recording.

Al Services

Change Category

info

5 6

All Services

Change Category

info

DVD

HDD

VHS

The banner contains information about the current (NOW) and following (NEXT) programme. It cannot be selected during playback or recording. Banners can only be selected for digital stations.

Press to display the banner.

Use to change between NOW and NEXT.

Use CH to select the available stations. The television picture of the selected station appears with the corresponding banner.

Use to select the banner of the available stations. The television picture does not change to the corresponding station. The current station is stored in yellow.

Press ENTER to watch the selected station.

Additional information about a programme

For these programmes, appears in the banner.

Select the detailed programme information with

Move up and down in the text box with . This information remains visible until you press again.

Change Category

Press to display the banner

Press the BLUE button to change the category.

Programme position and name of the current station.

Title and airtime of the current programme.

Signal quality of the current station: No signal; Bad signal.

No service = a programme is not transmitted at the moment.

The current time.

Selected Category: All Service, TV, Radio, Profile 1-4

Press the BLUE button to change the category.

Detailed information on the current programme.

NOW: Information on the current programme.

NEXT: Information on the next programme.

All Services

Change Category

Programme is broadcast in multi-channel sound.

Press DISPLAY. Select Audio - [DVD Multi Audio].

Shows the progress of the current programme.

Station with an encrypted signal.

No banners with information are displayed for analogue stations.

Press to launch a banner to change the category.

Press the BLUE button to change the category. The banner disappears after 5 seconds.

HDD

- -

Hard disk drive (HDD) 250 GB rewritable

HDD

Hard disk

The hard disk is only a temporary memory.

Your HDD (Hard disk drive) is a high-precision recording unit with a particularly long recording capacity and high recording speed. The recording is made in DVD Video Recording format (VR).

Films or parts of films can be edited and deleted. Deleting films releases previously used storage space. Creating playback lists does not take up any additional storage space. As well as the TIME SLIP function, dual-channel sound and 16:9 format are also supported.

The hard disk automatically goes into the SLEEP mode if no function is selected for longer than 30 minutes and no disc is placed in the drive. An unexpected noise may be caused when switching on and off or during the SLEEP mode. The unit is working normally.

Your hard disk is a short-term memory medium. You should not use it for permanent data storage of recordings. Use your hard disk to view, edit and save recordings on a disc. If you encounter any problems, save the entire contents of your hard disk on another medium (disc). Please take the unit to your customer service. Recordings on a damaged hard disk cannot be rescued.

The unit must not be moved or exposed to vibrations or jolts because otherwise this would damage the hard disk. Do not disconnect the mains plug during recording or playback. This can cause data loss. Cigarette smoke, insect spray and other vapours must not penetrate the unit because otherwise this can cause faults.

Do not place the unit on any appliance which gives off heat. Do not erect the unit in places where condensation occurs, for example

- rooms with high humidity levels

- in the direct air flow of an air-conditioning system

- rooms with great fluctuations in temperature

Condensation forms as moisture on a cold surface which is exposed to a sudden extreme change in temperature. This condensation can damage the hard disk and other parts inside the unit.

In such cases, do not switch the unit on. Wait for approx. two to three hours for the moisture to evaporate.

When changing the location of the unit,

- switch the unit off. Wait until "BYE" goes off in the display.

- disconnect the mains plug from the terminal.

- do not lift the unit up until it has stopped completely (after approx. 2 minutes), because the hard disk runs on for a brief period after switching off.

Panasonic does not assume any liability for direct or indirect problems resulting in the loss of recordings or edited contents (data) and does not guarantee that the recorded or edited contents will work perfectly. This also applies to any repairs to the unit (also refers to parts which are not linked to the hard disk). No compensation is made for lost recordings or discs which have become defective.

Disc formats

DVD

Playback and recording discs

DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format

DVD-RAM

4.7 GB 12 cm

9.4 GB 12 cm

2.8 GB 8 cm rewritable

DVD-R: DVD-Video format +R : +VR format

DVD-R

4.7 GB 12 cm

1.4 GB 8 cm writable

- -

4.7 GB 12 cm writable

RAM

-R

DVD-RAM

The DVD-RAM can be compared with the hard disk and can be written to 100,000 times on average. The disc can only be played on DVD-RAM-compatible players. The recording occurs in DVD Video Recording format (VR). Movies and parts of movies can be edited and deleted. The deletion of movies frees previously used storage space. The creation of playlists does not require any additional storage space. Dual-channel sound and 16:9 format are supported in addition to the TIME SLIP function.

DVD Video Recording format (VR)

This format enables recording and playback. Digital programmes limited to "one-time recording" can be recorded to a CPRM-compatible disc. You can record to a CPRM-compatible DVD-RAM. Playback is only possible with a compatible DVD player. Use a DVD-RAM to record in DVD Video Recording format.

DVD-R/+R (Recordable) The DVD-R/+R can only be recorded once. Movies or parts of them can be deleted during processing, but storage space is still taken up and cannot be used for other movies. Through finalization, the DVD-R/+R becomes DVD-V that can be played on other units.

DVD-R/+R/-R DL/+R DL

-R DL

-R

+R DL

Finalization

On the recording unit

9975

The movies can no longer be edited after finalization.

Recording with this recorder

Playback on another unit

DVD-RW : DVD-Video format +RW : +VR format

DVD-RW(V)

4.7 GB, 12 cm

1.4 GB, 8 cm rewritable

- -

DVD-R DL: DVD-Video format +R DL : +VR format

R DL

- -

+RW

4.7 GB, 12 cm

1.4 GB, 8 cm rewritable

DVD-R DL

8.5 GB 12 cm, writable

+R DL

8.5 GB 12 cm,writable

-RW(V)

+RW

-R DL

+R DL

Recording with another unit

Playback on this recorder

DVD-RW(V)/+RW (Rewritable) DVD-RW(V)/+RW is rewritable and erasable. You must format this disc to be able to rewrite it again. Through finalization, the DVD-RW(V) becomes a DVD-V that can be played on other units. A finalized DVD-RW(V) can be reformatted and rewritten. Formatting deletes all data! A +RW becomes a DVD-V by creating a Top Menu.

DVD-RW(V)

-RW(V)

Finalization

On the recording unit

Formatting

DVD-RW(V)

-RW(V)

9975

The movies can no longer be edited after finalization.

Recording with this recorder

Recording with another unit

DVD-R DL / +R DL (Double Layer DVD / Dual Layer DVD)

Playback on another unit

Playback on this recorder

2nd Layer

The data are saved on two parallel layers. You have more space available. If the laser changes layers during playback, brief image and sound distortions may occur.

If there is not enough capacity to record a title on the first layer, the rest is

1st Layer

recorded on the second layer. During the playback of a title recorded on two layers, the unit automatically switches between the layers and plays the title back like a normal title.

You cannot record directly on a DVD-R DL/+R DL with this unit. You can record on the hard disc and then copy the recording to the DVD disc.

DVD-Video format (V)

This recording format is the standard DVD-Video. Digital programmes that are limited to "one-time recording" cannot be recorded. Not for recording and playback of still pictures.

+VR format

Digital programmes limited to "one-time recording" can not be recorded. Not for recording and playback of still pictures.

Disc formats

DVD

Playback discs

DVD-RW

(DVD-VR format) 12 cm/ 8 cm, playable only

DVD-Video

12 cm/ 8 cm, playable only

DVD-Audio

12 cm/ 8 cm, playable only

CD CD-R/RW

12 cm/ 8 cm, playable only

- -

Video CD CD-R/RW

12 cm/ 8 cm, playable only

-RW(VR)

DVD-V

DVD-A

VCD

Regional codes

DVD-Videos with the regional code 2 or ALL can be played with this unit. The code is listed on the backside of the unit. England and Continental Europe: 2.

DVD-Video only

ALL

A DVD-RW that was recorded on another DVD recorder is played back in DVD-RW (VR) format on this unit. Programmes limited on "one-time recording" can be played back. If you format the disc, you can record and play it in DVD-Video format with this unit.

High-quality video and music discs.

Digital-quality music discs. Playback in stereo.

Music and audio recordings, music in MP3 format, pictures in JPEG and TIFF format.

Music and video recordings. SVCD in compliance with IEC62107.

DivX MP3 JPEG

You can play DivX, MP3 and JPEG/TIFF data from a finalized CD-R, CD-RW

or DVD-R. Depending on the recording conditions, playback may nonetheless be faulty.

Some DVD-Audio discs with multi-channel sound are designed by the manufacturer to prevent inter-mixing on the entire disc or at certain places. Depending on the disc type, the regional code and the recording conditions, it may not be possible to play the discs in some cases. See the jewel case for more information.

Non playable discs

- 2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm.

- 3.95 GB and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring.

- DVD-R that was recorded in DVD Video Recording format (VR).

- DVD-R (V), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (V), +R, +R DL that was recorded on another unit and not finalized.

- Blu-ray, DVD-ROM, +R (8 cm), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, photo CD, CVD, SACD, MV disc, PD, “Chaoji VCD” that can be purchased in stores, including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that are not IEC62107-compliant, etc.

Only play round discs.

Do not touch the disc recording surface.

Cartridge discs

RAM

With active write-protection, you can neither record to the disc nor edit or delete content.

Cartridge write-protection

Remove the 8-cm disc from the cartridge before using it with this unit.

Handling discs

If the surface of a disc, which has no Cartridge or was removed from one, is scratched, dirty, dusty or has finger prints, playback or processing can be impaired. Such impairments can also occur when the disc is placed back in the Cartridge. Note: Only write on the label side of the disc. Use a soft, oil-based felt-tip pen. Do not use a ball-point pen or any other hard writing instrument. Do not affix stickers or labels to the disc. When not in use, put the disc in its case or Cartridge.

Cleaning the DVD-RAM

Clean the disc with a special DVD-RAM cleaner (optional) and read the cleaner instructions throughly before use. Bad scratches and stubborn dirt may not be able to be removed so that recording, editing or playback is still compromised even after cleaning. The disc should then no longer be used. Do not use benzine, alcohol, water, cleaning sprays, household cleaners or other solvents.

DVD lens cleaner (RP-CL720E) Compatible models: Only for Panasonic's DVD recorders. Do NOT use this cleaner with any other Panasonic DVD products or with the DVD products of any other companies since doing so may damage the products.

Cleaning DVD-Videos, Video-CDs and CDs

Wipe with a moist and then with a dry cloth.

SD Card

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SD Memory Card

- -

miniSD Card MultimediaCard

8 MB to 2 GB (Maximum)

Pictures

Inserting the storage card

Removing the storage card

Write-protection

Use an SD card for playback and transfer (copying) pictures taken for example with a Digital Camera. MPEG2 moving pictures can be copied to the hard disk or DVDRAM. Direct playback of MPEG2 moving pictures from the SD card is not possible

If the SD Memory Card was formatted with another unit, under certain circumstances you may possibly not be able to use it with this unit. In this case, reformat the card with this unit. Caution! All saved data are deleted during formatting.

The usable memory can deviate from the card capacity.

Inserting the storage card

Opening the cover. Press the protruding section to open the cover to the slot.

Press on the centre of the card until it clicks into place. Insert the card label up with the cut-off corner on the right.

Removing the storage card

Press on the centre of the card. Pull it straight out.

Closing the cover. Press down.

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

When the write-protection device is activated, you can neither record nor edit or delete the contents of the SD Card.

Use an appropriate adapter for miniSD™ cards.

Do not touch the memory card contacts.

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SD Card

DCIM (Subfolder)

XXXXX (Picture folder)

***

XXXX .JPG

***

XXXX .TIF

***

SD_VIDEO

PRG (MPEG2 folder)

***

MOV MOD

***

MOV MOI

***

PRG PGI

***

MGR_INFO (MPEG2 information folder)

IM CDPF or IMEXPORT

***

XXXX .JPG

***

XXXX .TIF

***

This unit can display the following folders: ***: Numbers / XXX : Letterrs

This unit supports SD Memory Cards that are formatted with FAT 12 and FAT 16 systems (based on SD Memory Card spec.).

Additional information is available on the Internet

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

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

SD Card folder structure

SD Card Slot SD Memory Card Slot 1pc Still Picture JPEG, TIFF Compatible media SD Memory Card (includes mini SD Cards), Multi Media Card

Format FAT12, FAT16 Image File Format JPEG conform DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)

TIFF (Uncompressed RGB chunky), DPOF Compatible

Sub sampling 4:2:2, 4:2:0 Number of pixels between 34x34 and 6144x4096 Thawing Time Approx. 3 sec (6M pixels)

SD Video MPEG2 Compatible media SD Memory Card (includes mini SD Cards,

a mini SD Adaptor needs to be inserted)

Codec MPEG2 (SD-Video Entertainment Video Profile) File Format SD - Video format conforming

Video Recording conversion and transfer is possible from card to HDD or DVD-RAM disc. After Video Recording conversion and transfer to HDD or DVD-RAM disc, the playback is possible.

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