Panasonic DMR-EZ27 Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-EZ27

Basic Operations

Dear customer

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

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

Region number supported by this unit

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

The region number of this unit is “1”.

•

The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or “ALL”.

•

If you have any questions contact

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

Example:

1 ALL

Connection and Setting

P47

For U.S.A. only

The warranty can be found on page 79.

For Canada only

The warranty can be found on page 79.

La referencia rápida en español se encuentra en la página 80-83.

PPC

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Precautions

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. USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE

• ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

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. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

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

FCC Note:

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

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

• that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

• help.

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

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

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262

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CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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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 groundingtype 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.

Unit Care

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.

Getting Started

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

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

Never use alcohol, thinner or benzine to clean the unit.

• Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions

• that came with the cloth.

Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and viewing pleasure.

Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, possibly making it impossible to record or play discs. Use the DVD lens cleaner about once every year, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions before use.

Lens cleaner: RP-CL720PP

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.

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

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

Front Display (➔ 40)

Automatic Bright

Quick Start (➔ 38)

On Approx. 15 W Approx. 15 W Off Approx. 1 W Approx. 2 W

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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Table of Contents, Accessories

Getting Started

Precautions .................................................................................................................................................................2

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

Unit Care .....................................................................................................................................................................3

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

Remote Control Information ........................................................................................................................................5

Basic Operations

Watching Television .........................................................................................................................................6

Watching Television Program ....................................................................................................................6

Playback ............................................................................................................................................................7

Playing Discs ...............................................................................................................................................7

Recording Television Programs ...................................................................................................................... 8

Scheduled Recording ....................................................................................................................................... 9

Deleting Recordings ....................................................................................................................................... 10

Delete Navigator.........................................................................................................................................10

Delete Recordings During Playback ........................................................................................................10

Refer to page 60 for Control Reference Guide.

Advanced Features

Important Notes for Recording ............................................11

Advanced Recording ............................................................12

Recording Modes and Durations ................................................12

When the format confirmation screen is displayed.....................13

When removing a Recorded Disc ..............................................13

Selecting Audio Channels to record ...........................................13

Specifying the Recording Time ..................................................14

Flexible Recording ......................................................................14

Playing while you are recording .................................................15

Advanced Scheduled Recording ..........................................16

To cancel a scheduled recording in progress .............................16

To release the unit from recording standby

(Before recording starts) ............................................................16

Check, Change, or Delete Programs .........................................16

Advanced Playback ..............................................................17

Menu Screens on the TV ............................................................17

Selecting Recordings to Play .....................................................17

Search ........................................................................................17

Skip ............................................................................................17

Direct Play ..................................................................................17

Quick View (Play x1.3) ...............................................................17

Slow-motion Play ........................................................................18

Frame-by-Frame Viewing ...........................................................18

Time Slip ....................................................................................18

CM Skip ......................................................................................18

Create Chapters .........................................................................18

Changing Audio during Playback ............................................... 18

Playing Still Pictures (JPEG), MP3 and DivX .......................19

Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) ......................................................19

Playing MP3s .............................................................................21

Playing DivX ...............................................................................22

Playing Playlists ....................................................................23

Playlist Properties ......................................................................23

View Chapters ............................................................................23

Recording from an External Device ......................................24

Recording from a VCR, etc. ........................................................24

Recording from a DV Camcorder ...............................................25

Linked Operations with the TV (EZ Sync™ “HDAVI Control™”) .....

Easy Control only with VIERA Remote Control ..........................27

Entering Text .........................................................................28

Status Messages ..................................................................28

Advanced Editing

Recordings-Editing ...............................................................29

Accessing the Recording View ...................................................29

Editing Operations to Recordings ..............................................29

Chapters-Creating, Editing ...................................................31

Accessing the Chapter View ......................................................31

Chapter Operations ....................................................................31

Still Pictures-Editing ..............................................................32

Accessing the Album/Picture View .............................................32

Album/Picture Operations ..........................................................32

Copying Still Pictures ............................................................34

Copying Still Pictures via the Album View Screen ......................34

Copying All Still Pictures on a Card............................................34

Deleting Still Pictures ............................................................35

Delete Navigator ........................................................................35

Setting Menus

Setting On-Screen Menus ....................................................36

Accessing the On-Screen Menus ...............................................36

Changing the Unit’s Settings ................................................38

Accessing the Setup menu ........................................................38

Summary of Settings ..................................................................38

Setting the Closed Caption ........................................................41

Setting the Parental Rating ........................................................42

DVD and Card Management ................................................44

Accessing the Management Menus ........................................... 44

Connection and Setting

Basic Connection ..................................................................47

Connecting to a Television with Direct Cable or Antenna

(No Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) ..........................................47

Connecting to a Television and a Cable Box .............................48

Connecting to a Television and a Satellite Receiver ...................49

Using an RF Modulator, if your Television does not have Audio/Video Terminals

Adding a Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) ...........................51

Connecting to a Television and a VCR (No Cable Box or Satellite Receiver)

Connecting to a Television, a Cable Box and a VCR .................. 51

Connecting to a Television, a Satellite Receiver and a VCR ......51

Connection Options for Improved Playback Quality .............52

Using an S Video Cable for Better Video (S Video Cable not included) Using Component Cables for Better Video (Component Video Cables not included) Using an Audio Cable for Better Sound (Audio Cable not included) Using an Optical Digital Audio Cable for Better Sound

(Optical Digital Audio Cable not included) ..................................52

Connecting with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Terminal

Setting the Channels and Clock ...........................................54

Other Settings .......................................................................56

Setting Channel Captions ..........................................................56

Adding and Deleting Channels ...................................................56

Selecting Television Type............................................................56

Clock Settings ............................................................................57

Automatic Off Timer ...................................................................57

Using the Unit’s Remote Control to Operate the TV and the Set

Top Box (Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, etc.) ............................. 58

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Reference

Control Reference Guide ......................................................60

Remote Control .......................................................................... 60

FUNCTIONS Window ................................................................. 60

Main Unit .................................................................................... 61

The Unit’s Display ......................................................................61

Disc and Card Handling ........................................................62

Usable Discs for Recording and Playback .................................62

Play-only Discs ...........................................................................63

Discs that Cannot be Played ......................................................63

Cards Usable on this Unit ..........................................................63

Suitable SD Cards ......................................................................63

Inserting Discs ...........................................................................64

Inserting/Removing the SD Card ...............................................64

Disc and Card Care ....................................................................64

MP3s, DivXs and Still Pictures (JPEG) ................................65

MP3 File Information .................................................................. 65

Still Picture (JPEG) Information .................................................65

DivX File Information ..................................................................65

Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................................66

If the Antenna Connector doesn’t Match ....................................66

When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Control

To Reset this Unit .......................................................................66

General Issues: Power ...............................................................67

General Issues: Displays ............................................................ 67

.....66

General Issues: Operation .........................................................68

General Issues: EZ Sync ............................................................69

Playback Issues: Picture ............................................................69

Playback Issues: Sound .............................................................70

Playback Issues: Operation ........................................................ 70

Recording Issues: Recording / Scheduled Recording / External Input

Editing Issues: DVD & SD ..........................................................72

Editing Issues: Still Pictures ....................................................... 72

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Frequently Asked Questions .................................................73

Setup ..........................................................................................73

Discs ..........................................................................................73

Recording ...................................................................................74

Error Messages ....................................................................75

On the Unit’s Display ..................................................................75

On the TV ...................................................................................76

Product Service ....................................................................76

Specifications .......................................................................77

Glossary ...............................................................................78

Limited Warranty ...................................................................79

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ........................................79

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) ...................................79

Referencia rápida en espanõl (Spanish Quick Reference) ...80

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

Getting Started

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of February 2007. These may be subject to change.) Only for the U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 79. Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

1 Remote control (EUR7659T70) 2 Batteries for remote control

1 75 Ω coaxial cable (K2KZ2BA00001) 1 Audio/video cable (K2KA6BA00003)

1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00018) For use with this unit only. Do not use it with

• other equipment. Also, do not use cords for

(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/ (Canada only) The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the front and back sides of the unit.

other equipment with this unit.

Remote Control Information

About batteries

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

• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

•

Using the remote control

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

R6/LR6, AA

Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use different types at the same time.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not take apart or short circuit.

• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

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

•

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

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

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Watching Television

Preparation:

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

Watching Television Program

This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record analog and terrestrial digital channels. High Definition (HD) programming is

“down-converted” and recorded in Standard Definition (SD).

to turn the unit on.

to select desired channel.

You can also select channels with the numbered buttons.

To directly enter channels for analog and digital broadcasts:

•

Antenna Mode: Cable TV Mode:

e.g., “3”:

To enter the sub channel number for a digital broadcast:

•

Antenna Mode: Cable TV Mode:

e.g., “3-1”:

The hyphen appears automatically on “Antenna Mode” if you enter two numbers.

[0] ➔ [3] ➔ [ENTER]

“13”:

[1] ➔ [3] ➔ [ENTER]

[3] ➔ [-] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER]

“13-1”:

[1] ➔ [3] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER]

e.g., “5”:

“15”:

e.g., “1-1”:

“15-1”:

[0] ➔ [0] ➔ [5] ➔ [ENTER] [0] ➔ [1] ➔ [5] ➔ [ENTER]

[1] ➔ [-] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER] [1] ➔ [5] ➔ [-] ➔ [1] ➔ [ENTER]

Notes

This unit can receive free cable television but it cannot receive paid services.

• This unit can receive music channels from digital broadcasters, but you cannot record them.

• Data broadcasts are not for viewing or recording. Multi-channel surround broadcast is output in stereo (on 2 channels).

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Playback

Preparation:

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

Playing Discs

Refer to “Advanced Playback” (➔17 to 18) for detailed information on playback.

RAM

-R

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

to turn the unit on.

to select the DVD drive.

to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit).

Insert a disc.–

Stopping Play

Press [g STOP]. – The stopped position is

memorized. (Resume play function)

– The stopped position is cleared

when you press [g STOP] several times.

Tips

Icons such as “

•

– The tray closes and play begins.

Pausing Play

Press [h PAUSE]. – Press again to restart play.

RAM

” indicate usable discs. Refer to pages 62 and 63.

Basic Operations

Notes

RAM

-R

• Playback starts from the most recent recording.

•

DVD-V CD

Playback starts from the beginning of the disc.

DivX

•

DivX Menu screen appears (➔ 22). The unit takes some time to read the disc before play starts.

• Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [g STOP] when you finish to

• preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.

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

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Recording Television Programs

Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” (➔ 11) and “Advanced Recording” (➔ 12 to 15) for detailed information on recording.

RAM

-R

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

Preparation:

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

RAM

•

If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 44).

to turn the unit on.

to select the DVD drive.

to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit).

Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space and press

–

[; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.

to select desired channel.

Antenna Mode: Cable TV Mode:

To select with the numbered buttons (➔ 6).

–

When no channel setting is performed on the unit and broadcast is

–

recorded directly from the cable box or satellite receiver, select a channel on the connected equipment and press [INPUT SELECT] to select “IN1” or “IN2”.

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to select the recording mode.

Recording mode (➔ 12)

Remaining time

to start recording.

REC

Pausing Recording

Press [h PAUSE]. – Press again to restart recording.

Stopping Recording

Press [g STOP].

Tips

Icons such as “

• discs. Refer to pages 62 and 63.

RAM

” indicate usable

Notes

•

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

It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording management information after recording finishes. You cannot change the channel or

• recording mode during recording.

Scheduled Recording

Refer to “Advanced Scheduled Recording” (➔ 16) for detailed information on scheduled recording.

RAM

-R

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

Preparation:

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

RAM

•

If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 44).

• Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space.

• Confirm that the clock on the unit’s display is set to the correct time.

• If connected via a cable box or satellite receiver, set channel on those equipment before scheduled recording starts.

to select the DVD drive.

Schedule List Remaining Recording Time

ChannelNo

Date On

New Scheduled Recording

Press ENTER to set new schedule.

ENTER

SUB MENU

CANCEL

3/26 Tue 12:53 PM

Off Mode Check

Timer Off

1:58 SPDVD

e, r to select “New Scheduled Recording”, then

w, q to move through the items and e, r to set

the items.

Channel/Input – TV Station/External Input Date/Frequency – You can set a daily or weekly program. On (start time) / Off (end time)

– Hold button to change in 30-minute increments. Mode – Recording mode Name – Press [ENTER], see page 28.

1:58 SPDVD

3/26 Tue 12:53 PM

Off

Mode

--:-- --

Name

Set Channel/Input.

0 9

Number

Channel, Caption

Preview of selected channel

SCHEDULED RECORDING

Channel/

Input

4-1

4-1 KPO-SD

ENTER

Date/

Frequency

--------

Remaining Recording Time

--:-- --

Cancel

Repeat steps 3−5 to program other recordings.–

when you have finished programming.

“z” lights on the unit’s display.

–

Scheduled recording can be started only when the unit is turned off.

–

Tips

Icons such as “

• discs. Refer to pages 62 and 63.

RAM

” indicate usable

Notes

Be sure to perform step 6 before the

• scheduled recording time. When the unit is turned off, “z” lights on the unit’s display to indicate scheduled recording standby has been activated. “z” flashes when the unit cannot go to

• scheduled recording standby. (e.g., a recordable disc is not in the disc tray) It does not flash if Quick Start is off. When scheduled recordings are set to

• start one immediately after another, the unit cannot record the beginning of the later program. If two scheduled recording times

• overlap, the first recording always has priority. The second recording will start only after the first recording has finished. When starting time for a scheduled

• recording is the same, the recording that you programmed later has priority. If you set DST (Daylight Saving Time)

• to On when manually setting the clock, scheduled recording may be affected when summer time switches to winter time and vice versa.

Basic Operations

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Deleting Recordings

Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered.

Preparation:

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

RAM

•

Delete Navigator

RAM

If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 44).

Insert a disc and press [; OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.

-R

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

to select the DVD drive.

With the unit stopped

e, r to select “Delete”, then

When the Album View screen is displayed,

RAM

press to switch to the Recordings screen.

DELETE Navigator

DELETE Navigator DVD-RAM

DVD-RAM

e, r, w, q to select the recording, then

FUNCTIONS

Cartridge Protection Off

DVD-RAM

Playback

Program

Other Functions

ENTER

10 10/27 Mon

-- -- --

Delete

Disc Protection Off

Delete

Recordings

8 10/27 Mon

Page 02/02

SUB MENU Select NextPrevious

Video

Picture

Video

Picture

0 9

No.

w to select “Delete”, then

Tips

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To view other pages

Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [ENTER].

You can also press [u, i] to view other pages.

•

Multiple editing

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

A checkmark appears. Press [h PAUSE] again to cancel.

•

Delete Recordings During Playback

RAM

-R

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

During playback

w to select “Delete”, then

Notes

•

You cannot delete while recording or copying.

•

+R +R DL +RW

Even if you have set protection on other equipment, such recordings are deleted.

Tips

•

Icons such as “ discs. Refer to pages 62 and 63.

RAM

•

Deleting an item increases the available disc space by the amount of space taken by the item deleted.

-R -R DL +R +R DL

• does not increase after deletion.

-RW(V) +RW

• increases when you delete the last recording (the recording space may increase slightly when other recordings are deleted).

RAM

” indicate usable

Available disc space

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Important Notes for Recording

Recording of multilingual broadcasts

Recording of Widescreen broadcasts

Copy-once Recording

Analog broadcasts:

RAM

Both Main and SAP audio can be recorded.

You can change the audio during playback. (➔ 18, Changing Audio during Playback)

Main SAP Hello Hola

If you record from external equipment

• Select both “Main” and “SAP” on the external equipment.

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

Select the Main or SAP audio before recording.

[➔ 39, Multi-channel TV Sound (Analog)] The selected audio only is recorded.

Main

If you record from external

Hello

• equipment Select “Main” or “SAP” on the external equipment.

Digital broadcasts:

Press [AUDIO] to switch audio. The selected audio only is recorded.

RAM

Recorded in 16:9 aspect (Widescreen)

If you have a regular 4:3 aspect TV and you receive 16:9

• aspect images from a digital broadcast, they will appear in the letterbox format (➔ 78).

It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW,

• +R, +R DL, +RW or 8 cm (3˝ ) DVD-RAM discs. Use the CPRM (➔ 78) compatible DVD-RAM.

CPRM compatible discs only

RAM

12 cm (5˝)

Yes

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

Recorded in 4:3 aspect

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

Basic Operations

Advanced Features

Playing the disc on other DVD players

Recording to DVD-R DL and +R DL

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

The disc must be finalized after recording (➔ 46).

It is necessary to finalize DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording. You can then play it in the same manner as a commercially sold DVD-Video. However, the discs become play-only and you can no longer record.* * You can record again if you format DVD-RW.

Record to DVD-R, etc.

Finalize

+RW

We recommend you create the menu before playing a +RW disc on other equipment (➔ 46).

DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two layers of recording surface on one side.

Recordings are divided when recording changes from the first layer to the second. Some images and audio

•

-R DL

may be lost at this point.

Recordings are not divided in this way when recording changes from the first layer to the second, but play

•

+R DL

may stop momentarily at the point where the layers change. Recordings are divided when they exceed 8 hours in length.

DVD-R DL

(Disc inner side)

The second layer

The available space

The first layer

Recording 1

Recording 3

Play on other DVD equipment

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(Disc outer side)

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Advanced Recording

Recording Modes and Durations

DVD-RAM DVD-R,

DVD-RW, +R,

Recording Mode

Single-sided

(4.7 GB)

Double-sided*

(9.4 GB)

XP (High quality) 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour

SP (Standard play) 2 hours 4 hours 2 hours

LP (Long play) 4 hours 8 hours 4 hours

EP (Extra long play) 8 (6*2) hours 16 (12*2) hours 8 (6*2) hours

+RW

(4.7 GB)

DVD-R DL*

45 minutes*2)

, +R DL*3 (8.5 GB)

1 hour

45 minutes

3 hours

35 minutes

7 hours

10 minutes

14 hours

20 minutes

(10 hours

FR (Flexible Recording) 8 hours maximum

*1 It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of a

double sided disc to the other.

*2 When “Recording Time in EP Mode” has been set to “EP-

Extended Play (6H)” in the Setup menu (➔ 39).

The sound quality is better when using “EP-Extended Play (6H)”

than when using “EP-Extended Play (8H)”.

*3 Refer to “Recording to DVD-R DL and +R DL” (➔ 11).

8 hours maximum

for one side

EP (6H)

EP (8H)

Picture quality

Recording time

8 hours maximum 14 hours 20 minutes maximum

Notes

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

• amount of data recorded to suit the images, so actual recording times and remaining recording times shown by the unit will be different. ( Use a disc with plenty of remaining time to be sure. When recording to DVD-RAM using EP (8H) mode, play may not be

• possible on DVD players, even if they are compatible with DVDRAM. In this case use EP (6H) mode.

-R DL +R DL

The difference will be especially noticeable.)

Tips

FR (Flexible recording mode)

•

You can set FR mode when programming scheduled recordings (➔ 9) and flexible recording (➔ 14).

Maximum number of recordings to a disc

•

RAM

-R

+R +R DL +RW

To prevent recording errors

•

Set a scheduled recording period slightly longer than the actual program (to make sure the program is recorded in full).

-R DL -RW(V)

99 recordings on a disc

49 recordings on a disc

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When the format confirmation screen is displayed

Important: Formatting permanently deletes all disc contents (including computer data), regardless of protection status of disc.

RAM

-RW(V) +RW

The following screen may appear when inserting a new disc, etc.

This disc is not formatted properly. Do you want to format the disc in DVD Management?

Format

Only format the disc if you intend to use it for

Yes

recording.

ENTER

Do not format if you intend to view pre-recorded material from the disc.

w to select “Yes”, then

Tips

Refer to “Formatting Discs or Cards” (➔ 45) for more detail of

• formatting.

When removing a Recorded Disc

-R

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

After recording, if you press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to eject the disc, the following screen may appear.

Finalizing is necessary to enable playback of the disc on compatible DVD players. Once finalized, recordings cannot be added to the disc. It will take approximately minutes. Start ?

Finalize

Press "REC" to start finalizing. Press the

OPEN/CLOSE finalizing. The disc can be played only on this unit. You can Finalize it later.

button to postpone

Selecting Audio Channels to record

When receiving an analog broadcast

-R

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

Select the audio (Main or SAP) in “Multi-channel TV Sound (Analog)” in the Setup menu (➔ 39).

RAM

to select the audio.

Stereo SAP Mono

Changing during recording changes the recorded sound.

Stereo:

Main audio (stereo)

If the broadcast is “Mono+SAP”, audio will be monaural even if you select Stereo mode.

SAP: Secondary audio program (SAP).

When you record SAP, main audio is also recorded. In such cases, recorded SAP and main audio become monaural.

Mono: Main audio (monaural).

Select “Mono” if reception is poor during a stereo broadcast.

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

DVD-RAM

CH 12

((

Stereo

Notes

You cannot change the audio type in the following case.

• While a disc other than DVD-RAM is inserted when selecting an

–

analog broadcast

When receiving a digital broadcast

to select the audio.

Advanced Features

to start finalizing.

to eject the disc without

finalizing.

Notes

You cannot stop finalizing once you have started it.

•

Tips

If you want to provide the disc with a name or set play menu select,

• select “Disc Name” (➔ 44) or “Playback will start with:” (➔ 45) in “DVD Management” before finalizing.

Refer to “Finalizing” (➔ 46) for more detail of finalizing.

DVD-RAM

e.g., “English” is selected

CH 12

English

Notes

•

You cannot change the audio type in the following cases. –

When there is no choice of languages in a digital broadcast

•

Before scheduled recording of a digital broadcast with more than one language channel, set the language in “Audio Language Setting” in the Setup menus (➔ 38).

•

When broadcast offers no language data, such displays as “Audio 1 of 3” may appear. In such cases, recording may not be possible in the language selected through the “Audio Language Setting” in the Setup menu (➔ 38).

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Advanced Recording

Specifying the Recording Time

RAM

-R

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

This function allows specifying the length of recording time up to 4 hours.

During recording

repeatedly until the desired

time is reached.

The recording time and the unit’s display change

–

as follows:

Counter (Cancel) OFF 0:30 OFF 1:00

OFF 4:00 OFF 1:30

OFF 3:00 OFF 2:00

Notes

This function does not work during scheduled recording or Flexible

• Recording. Recording stops and the set time is cleared if you press [g STOP].

• The unit turns off automatically when the time to stop recording is

• reached as long as you do not operate the unit.

Flexible Recording

RAM

-R

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

The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. Refer to “FR (Flexible Recording)” (➔ 12).

With the unit stopped

Flexible Recording

Record in FR mode.

Max recording time 08 Hour 00 Min.

Set recording time

08 Hour 00 Min.

CancelStart

Tips

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN].

To stop recording partway

Press [g STOP].

To show the remaining recording time

Press [STATUS] to show the remaining recording time.

DVD-RAM

Rec. 0:59

CH 20 Stereo

Using “Flexible Recording” is convenient in these kinds of situations:

•

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

–

appropriate recording mode difficult When you want to record a long program with the best picture

–

quality possible

e.g., Recording a 90 minutes program to 4.7GB DVD-RAM disc:

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

4.7 GB

DVD-RAM

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

If you select “Flexible Recording” the program will fit on one disc

–

perfectly.

Remaining time

4.7 GB

DVD-RAM

4.7 GB

DVD-RAM

4.7 GB

DVD-RAM

A second disc is necessary for 30 minutes of the program.

However there will be 30 minutes remaining disc space.

w, q to select “Hour” and “Min.”

and e, r to set the recording time.

When you want to start recording

w, q, e, r to select “Start”, then

Recording starts.–

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Playing while you are recording

Chasing Playback

RAM

Allows playback from the beginning of what you are recording.

During recording

(at least 20 seconds after recording starts).

Tips

To stop play

Press [g STOP] once.

To stop recording

Press [g STOP] at least 2 seconds after chasing playback stops.

Simultaneous Record and Playback

RAM

Allows playback of a previous recording, while recording something else.

Advanced Features

During recording

w, q, e, r to select the

recording to play, then

Tips

To stop play

Press [g STOP].

To exit the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To stop recording

After play stops

1. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit the screen.

2. Press [g STOP].

Notes

During playing while you are recording, you cannot edit or delete

• recordings. Closed captions will not appear during simultaneous recording and

• playback.

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Advanced Scheduled Recording

Schedule List Remaining Recording Time

3/26 Tue 12:53 PM

1:58 SPDVD

ChannelNo Date On

New Scheduled Recording

Off Mode Check

To cancel a scheduled recording in progress

Confirmation screen appears.–

w to select “Stop recording”, then

Notes

Recording stops and the scheduled recording is deleted. (Daily

• and weekly schedules remain and scheduled recording will start as programmed.)

To release the unit from recording standby (Before recording starts)

The unit turns on and “z” on the unit’s display

–

goes out.

Be sure to press [^ DVD POWER] to return the unit to standby

• mode before the scheduled recording time. Scheduled recording will work only if “z” is displayed.

Check, Change, or Delete Programs

The scheduled recording list can be viewed even when the unit is off.

See “Tips” for explanation of icons displayed.–

“z” lights on the unit’s display.–

Notes

•

Recording may fail if there are changes to the station’s programming.

•

The password screen appears when setting parental ratings (➔42). Unless you enter the correct password, recording the program with parental ratings may fail.

Tips

•

You can enter up to 16 programs a month in advance.

Schedule List screen icons

: Currently recording

: Programs are overlapped. Recording of the program with

the later start time starts when the earlier program finishes recording.

Q: You stopped a weekly or daily scheduled recording. The icon

disappears when the next scheduled recording starts.

: The disc was full. (not enough space)

: The TV program may not be recorded due to copy-protect or

ratings.

: Recording stopped (Dirty disc, etc.)

: Recording may become impossible when a wrong password is

PG!

entered through the unit’s parental rating setting procedure.

Check

OK: Recordable

➔ (Date): The last day of daily or weekly recording.

!: It may not be possible to record because:

Overlap: When the date and time overlap with another scheduled

the disc is write-protected.

–

there is no more space left.

–

the number of possible recordings has reached its

–

maximum.

recording, only a part of the program can be recorded.

e, r to select the program.

or to delete.

You cannot delete programs that are currently

–

recording.

to modify the program.

e, r, w, q to make changes,

then

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Advanced Playback

Menu Screens on the TV

DVD-V

Generally, menu screens that appear on the TV may be navigated as follows:

e, r, w, q to select an item, then

You can sometimes use the numbered buttons to select an item.

Tips

To return to the menu screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Notes

If “5” appears on the TV, the operation is prohibited by the unit or

• disc.

Selecting Recordings to Play

RAM

-R

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

DIRECT NAVIGATOR DVD-RAM

10 10/27 Mon

Recordings

8 10/27 Mon

-- -- --

Play

Page 02/02

SUB MENU Select NextPrevious

Video

Picture

0 9

No.

During playback

There are 5 search speeds. Each press increases

–

the search speed. Press [q PLAY] to restart normal playback.

–

Tips

Depending on the disc, search may not be possible.

•

Skip

During playback or while paused

Each press increases the number of skips.

–

DivX: Backward direction [u] only.

–

Press [u] to return only to the beginning of the program being played back.

Direct Play

During playback, you can access specific recordings or scenes through direct entry of the numbered buttons.

Advanced Features

When the Album View screen is displayed,

RAM

press to switch to the Recordings screen.

e, r, w, q to select the

recording you want to watch, then

Tips

To select the recording with the numbered buttons

e.g., “5”:

“15”:

To view other pages

Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [ENTER].

You can also press [u, i] to view other pages.

–

To exit the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen icons

Protected.

Not recorded due to recording protection (Digital broadcasts, etc.) It cannot be played because data is damaged.

Currently recording.

“One time only recording” restriction (➔ 78, CPRM)

[0] ➔ [5] [1] ➔ [5]

e.g., “5”:

“15”:

MP3 and JPEG e.g., “5”:

“15”:

[0] ➔ [5] [1] ➔ [5]

[0] ➔ [0] ➔ [5] [0] ➔ [1] ➔ [5]

Quick View (Play x1.3)

RAM

Allows you to increase the play speed slightly without distorting the audio.

During playback

(Press and hold.)

Press again to return to normal speed.–

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Advanced Playback

Slow-motion Play

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

While paused

There are 5 slow-motion speeds. Each press

–

increases the speed. Press [q PLAY] to restart normal playback.

–

Notes

If continued for approx. 5 minutes, slow-motion play pauses

• automatically (except

Frame-by-Frame Viewing

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

While paused

DVD-V

Create Chapters

RAM

During playback

Tips

You can skip to the start of a chapter by pressing [u, i].

•

Changing Audio during Playback

to select the audio.

Available audio will differ based on disc type. See below.

RAM -RW(VR)

Stereo Mono L Mono R

and DivX

e.g.:

RAM

“Stereo” is selected.

DVD-RAM

Play

Stereo

Each press shows the next or previous frame.

–

Press and hold to advance or reverse frame-by-

–

frame in succession. Press [q PLAY] to restart normal playback.

–

Time Slip

RAM

-R

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

Use to skip in 1-minute or 10-minute increments.

During playback

e, r to select the time, then

Each press of e or r advances the interval

–

by 1 minute (press and hold for 10-minute intervals).

RAM -RW(VR)

When playing an analog multilingual broadcast, you can choose between Main Audio and SAP Audio.

Main Audio SAP Audio

DVD-V

This allows you to change items like the audio channel number and the soundtrack language (➔ 36).

Soundtrack

1 ENG Digital 3/2.1ch

e.g., English is the selected language.

Notes

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

•

an optical digital audio cable for connection, set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” (➔ 39). Alternatively, you may connect to an amplifier or system component with an audio cable and change the input on the amplifier or system component to suit the connection (➔ 52).

CM Skip

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

Skips 1-minute forward with each press.

During playback

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Playing Still Pictures (JPEG), MP3 and DivX

The screen shown below may be displayed when you

insert an SD card (➔ 64).

SD Card Operations

SD Card inserted.

Select an action or press RETURN.

Go to Album View

Copy pictures

ENTER

Press [e, r] to select “Go to Album View”, then press [ENTER]. You can proceed to step 3a of “Playing Still Pictures (JPEG)” (➔ below).

Playing Still Pictures (JPEG)

RAM

to select the drive

(DVD or SD).

RAM

Album View screen

Album View screenCDPicture (JPEG)

DIRECT NAVIGATOR Album View

View screen

DVD-RAM

007 008

RAM

When the Recordings screen is displayed,

press to switch to the Album View screen.

RAM

Picture (JPEG) View screen

When the Recordings screen is displayed,

10/27/2006

Total 4 10/27/2006

Photo:10/27/2006

Pictures Menu CD(JPEG)

Play

101_DVD

--- --- ---

ENTER

001 002 003 004

009

Page 02/02

SUB MENU Slideshow

Picture (JPEG) View

Folder001

Folder

---

Previous Next

Page 01/01

Total 4

---

press to switch to the Album View screen.

Video

---

No.

Press ENTER to go to

008007006005

---

No.

Picture

0 9

NextPrevious

Picture View

0 9

Notes

Still pictures (JPEG) recorded on DVD-RAM, CD-R/RW or SD

• Memory Cards can be played on this unit. You can use 8MB to 2GB SD memory cards, 4GB SDHC memory

• cards (➔ 63). For inserting and removing SD cards (➔ 64). Still pictures cannot be played during recording or copying.

• Thumbnails for large JPEG files and images with aspect ratios

• other than 4:3 may not display.

Tips

To stop viewing a picture

Press [g STOP].

To exit the menu screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To view other pages

Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [ENTER]. You can also press [u, i] to view other pages.

To select the still picture with the numbered buttons

Still picture on e.g., “5”: [0] ➔ [0] ➔ [5] “15”: [0] ➔ [1] ➔ [5] Still picture on e.g., “5”: [0] ➔ [0] ➔ [0] ➔ [5] “15”: [0] ➔ [0] ➔ [1] ➔ [5]

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

e.g.,

1. Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.

2. Press [FUNCTIONS].

3. Press [e, r] to select “Menu”, then press [ENTER].

4. Press [e, r] to select “Pictures”, then press [ENTER].

/Album on

RAM

Playback mode is set to DivX. To play another type of files, please select playback mode from Menu in FUNCTIONS.

ENTER

RAM

Advanced Features

RAM

1. e, r, w, q to select an album,

then

The Picture (JPEG) View screen appears.

–

2. e, r ,w, q to select a picture,

then

e, r ,w, q to select a picture,

to view.

then to view.

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CD-RW /JPEG/

/JPEG/JPEG1/

/JPEG/JPEG2/ /MP3/ /MP3/MP3 group1/

Pictures Menu CD(JPEG)

Folder

Slideshow settings

Start Slideshow

Slide Interval

Start Slide Show

Playing Still Pictures (JPEG), MP3 and DivX

Selecting Still Pictures in Another Folder

RAM

Function is only available if multiple folders are recognized.

From the Album View screen

e, r to select “Select Root

folder”, then

w, q to select the desired folder,

then

From the Picture (JPEG) View screen

e, r, w, q to select “Folder”,

then

F 1/2

: Selected Folder No./Total Folder No.

If the folder has no compatible JPEG file, “--” is displayed as the folder no.

: Selected Folder

e, r to select “Start

RAM

Slideshow” or “Start Slide Show”, then

Tips

To stop the Slideshow

Press [g STOP].

To change the rate at which pictures are displayed

RAM

In step 2 above, press [e, r] to select “Slideshow settings”, then press [ENTER].

2. Press [e, r] to select “Slide Interval”.

Press [w, q] to select desired interval (0 to 30 seconds), then press [ENTER].

In step 2 above, press [e, r] to select “Slide Interval”, then press [ENTER].

Press [w, q] to select desired interval (0 to 30 seconds), then press [ENTER].

SD To repeat play

RAM

In step 2 above, press [e, r] to select “Slideshow settings”, then press [ENTER].

2. Press [e, r] to select “Repeat Play”.

3. Press [w, q] to select “On”, then press [ENTER].

Rotate Pictures

While playing a picture

e, r to select “Rotate

Right” or “Rotate Left”, then

Control Panel

Rotate Right

Rotate Left

Zoom In

ENTER

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e, r to select the desired folder,

then

Notes

You cannot operate the scroll bar that appears in the Folder screen.

•

Tips

To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN].

Slideshow

SD From the Album View screen:

RAM

e, r, w, q to select an album,

then

From the Picture (JPEG) View screen:

e, r, w, q

to select “Folder”, then

Notes

To return the picture to its original position

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

•

Rotation information is not stored for CD still pictures, when a disc is protected, when playing on other equipment, or when copying still pictures.

Zoom

While playing a picture

To zoom in

e, r to select “Zoom

In”, then

Notes

To return the picture to its original size

Press [e, r] to select “Zoom out” in step 2, then press [ENTER].

•

When zooming in, the still picture may be cut off.

•

“Zoom In” information is not stored.

•

“Zoom In” and “Zoom out” do not work with images that have a resolution larger than 640 x 480 pixels.

Control Panel

Rotate Right

Rotate Left

Zoom In

ENTER

Picture Properties

001-Both Ends Freezing 002-Lady Starfish 003-Life on Jupiter

004 Metal Glue

1 : My favorite

2 3 4

Total Track

Tree

G 1 T 1 Total 1/111

GroupNo.

No.

0 9

TreeTrackTotal

1 : 101

GroupNo.

Total

1/49

No.

0 9

CD-RW for Check /JPEG/ /JPEG/JPEG1/ /JPEG/JPEG2/ /MP3/

/MP3/MP3 group1/

/MP3/MP3 group2/ (&WMA)/ /MP3/MP3 group3/ (Layer)/

1/3

Tree

TreeTrackTotal

1 : 101

GroupNo.

Total

1/49

No.

0 9

CD-RW for Check /JPEG/ /JPEG/JPEG1/ /JPEG/JPEG2/ /MP3/

/MP3/MP3 group1/

/MP3/MP3 group2/ (&WMA)/ /MP3/MP3 group3/ (Layer)/

1/3

Tree

Using the Tree Screen to Find a Group

While playing a picture

twice to display picture properties.

Shooting Date

11/30 12:03 AM

11/26/2004Date 002/030No.

again to exit.

Notes

•

Depending on the camera or editing software, shooting dates may not be displayed correctly.

Playing MP3s

to select the DVD drive.

Selected group

A B

From the track list

q while a track is highlighted to

display the tree screen.

Selected Group No. /Total Group No.

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

Selected Group

e, r to select a group, then

The track list for the selected group appears.–

Notes

•

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

•

You cannot operate the scroll bar that appears in the tree screen.

Tips

To return to the track list

Press [RETURN].

Advanced Features

Group No.

Track No. in the group

Track list is shown.–

Track No./Total tracks in

all groups

e, r to select a track, then

to play.

Tips

“ ” indicates the track currently playing.

•

To stop playing

Press [g STOP].

To exit the menu screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To view other pages

Press [u, i].

To select the track with the numbered buttons

e.g., “5”: [0] ➔ [0] ➔ [5] “15”: [0] ➔ [1] ➔ [5]

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

e.g.,

Playback mode is set to DivX. To play another type of files, please select playback mode from Menu in FUNCTIONS.

ENTER

1. Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.

2. Press [FUNCTIONS].

3. Press [e, r] to select “Menu”, then press [ENTER].

4. Press [e, r] to select “MP3 Music”, then press [ENTER].

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Playing Still Pictures (JPEG), MP3 and DivX

Playing DivX

-R -R DL

to select the DVD drive.

DivX file list is shown.

DivX Menu

Folder 1 : VIDEO

DVD(DivX)

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

ENTER

SUB MENU Select

DivX RecordingsNo. Tree

Page 001/003 Recordings : 020

0 9

No.

NextPrevious

e, r to select the recording, then

Notes

You can play CD-R/CD-RW and DVD-R, DVD-R DL discs which

• contain DivX video contents that have been recorded on a computer. Picture sizes set at the time of recording may prevent the unit from

• showing pictures in the proper aspect ratio. You may be able to adjust the aspect ratio through the TV. Successive play is not available.

•

Tips

To view other pages

Press [u, i].

To stop playing

Press [g STOP].

To exit the menu screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To select the recording with the numbered buttons

e.g., “5”: [0] ➔ [0] ➔ [5] “15”: [0] ➔ [1] ➔ [5]

When you insert a disc containing MP3 files, DivX video

• contents and still pictures (JPEG), the files selection screen appears. (➔ 21, Tips)

Press [ENTER].

Using the Tree Screen to Find a Folder

From the DivX file list

q while a recording is highlighted

to display the tree screen.

e, r to select a folder, then

The file list for the folder appears.–

Notes

•

You cannot operate the scroll bar that appears in the tree screen.

Tips

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

Regarding DivX VOD content

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

Display the unit’s registration code

(➔ 38, “DivX Registration” in the “Setup” menu)

Setup

Channel

Setup

Disc Video Audio

Display

TV Screen

•

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

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

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

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

When playing this content

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The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if: – you press [^ DVD POWER]. – you press [g STOP]. – you press [u]. – you press [t, y] etc. and arrive at the end of the content or

the start of the content being played.

– you press [DRIVE SELECT] to change the drive. – you press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

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Resume play function does not work.

DivX Registration

DivX ( R ) Video On Demand

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

ENTER

8 alphanumeric characters

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Selected folder No./Total folder No.

including DivX recording

Selected folder

Playing Playlists

RAM

-RW(VR)

You cannot create or edit playlists on this unit. However, you can play a playlist that has been created or edited on other equipment.

With the unit stopped

e, r to select “Other Functions”

then

to select the DVD drive.

FUNCTIONS

Cartridge Protection Off

Delete

Disc Protection Off

Playlists Flexible Recording DV Camcorder Rec.

Setup

DVD Management

DVD-RAM

Playback Program

Other Fanctions

ENTER

View Chapters

After selecting a playlist (step 5)

e, r to select “View Chapters”,

then

e, r, w, q to select the chapter,

then

Tips

To return to the playlist screen

Press [SUB MENU], then select “View Playlists” and press [ENTER].

To view other pages

Press [u, i].

Advanced Features

e, r to select “Playlists”, then

e, r, w, q to select the playlist

to play, then

Playlist Properties

After selecting a playlist (step 5)

e, r to select “Properties”, then

Playlist information (e.g., length and date) is

–

shown.

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Recording from an External Device

Recording from a VCR, etc.

Connect cables while the power to both the unit and the external device is off.

Front of the unit

You can get a sharper, clearer picture by connecting with an S Video cable instead of the yellow video cable.

S Video cable

RAM

-R

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

Preparation:

Turn on the unit and connected equipment.

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RAM

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If the disc is protected, release protection (➔ 44). When recording multilingual broadcasts (➔ 11)

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Yellow White Red

Audio/Video cable

e, r to select the input where

your external device is connected, then

Input Select

Front panel inputs are IN2.–

Input Select

2 IN1

3 IN2

4DV

ENTER

Start play on the external device.

at the point you want to

start recording to the disc.

Tips

You can also connect to the IN1 on the rear.

• If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural, connect to

• L/MONO on the IN2 input terminals at the front.

to select the DVD drive.

Insert a disc.

to select the recording

mode (➔ 12).

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Recording from a DV Camcorder

Connect the cable while the power to both the unit and the external device is off.

Front of the unit

When “DV camcorder connection” screen does not appear

Perform steps 1–4 (➔ left)

1. With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTIONS].

2. Press [e, r] to select “Other Functions” then press [ENTER].

3. Press [e, r] to select “DV Camcorder Rec.” then press [ENTER].

You can proceed to step 6 (➔ below).

w to select “Record to DVD”, then

press

w to select “Rec.”, then

4-pin DV Cable

RAM

-R

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

Preparation:

Turn on the unit.

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RAM

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If the disc is protected, release protection

(➔ 44).

to select the DVD drive.

Insert a disc.

to select the recording

mode (➔ 12).

Turn on the DV equipment and

pause play on the DV equipment at the point you want recording to start.

Notes

If the desired audio is not recorded, select the kind of audio for

• “Select Audio Channel For DV Input” in the Setup menu (➔ 39).

RAM

Programs are recorded as a single item; breaks in the images

• create chapters. If you use video camcorders from other manufacturers, these are

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

• equipment. The DV equipment name may not be shown correctly.

• Date and time information is not recorded, even if displayed on the

• camcorder. The DV IN terminal is not meant to be connected to a computer.

• This unit uses a 4-pin “DV IN” connector;

• Your DV camcorder may use a 4-pin or 6-pin external connector. Please consult your DV camcorder’s manufacturer to confirm correct external connection. You cannot record and play simultaneously.

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Tips

When recording finishes

The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER] to finish DV camcorder recording.

To stop recording

Press [g STOP]. The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER].

If the DV camcorder recording function does not work properly, check the connections and DV equipment settings, and turn the unit off and back on. If that does not work, follow the instructions on page 24.

Advanced Features

“DV camcorder connection” screen may appear.

DV camcorder connection

DV connection detected. Start recording ?

CancelRecord to DVD

ENTER

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Linked Operations with the TV (EZ Sync™ “HDAVI Control™”)

You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “HDAVI Control”.

What is EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”?

EZ Sync “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or receiver under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.

EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard

• known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. This unit supports “HDAVI Control 2” function.

• “HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.

Preparation:

1. Connect this unit to your TV or receiver with an HDMI cable (➔ 53).

2. Set “EZ Sync” to “On” (➔ 40). (The default setting is “On”.)

3. Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV).

• When using HDMI2 terminal of VIERA as “HDAVI Control” , set the input channel to HDMI2 on VIERA.

4. Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and select this unit’s input channel on the connected TV so that the “HDAVI Control” function works properly.

When the connection or settings are changed, repeat this procedure.

(When the TV is on) Automatic input

switching

When the TV is on and the following operations are performed, the TV’s input will automatically switch to HDMI input mode and the TV displays the corresponding action. (Picture or sound may not be available for the first few seconds.)

Press [FUNCTIONS]*1, [q PLAY]*2, [DIRECT NAVIGATOR], [SCHEDULE] etc.

When the TV is off and the following operations are performed, the TV will

(When the TV is off) Power on link

automatically turn on and displays the corresponding action. (Picture or sound may not be available for the first few seconds.)

Press [q PLAY]*2, [DIRECT NAVIGATOR], [SCHEDULE] etc.

DVD-V

*3 etc.

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The TV is automatically turned on when you insert the discs.

When you turn the TV off, this unit is also automatically turned off. This unit

Power off link

automatically turns off even if the FUNCTIONS screen, the status message or the on-screen menu is displayed, during playback. Even if the TV is turned off, this unit will not turn off at the same time under the following conditions:

when you press [* REC] and this unit is recording,

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when scheduled recording is proceeding

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when copying

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when finalizing, etc.

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When this unit is connected to an “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic receiver with an HDMI cable,

• the receiver will also turn off.

This button is available only when this unit is on.

When this button is pressed, the playback image is not immediately displayed on the screen and it may not be possible to watch the contents

from where playback started.

In this case, press [u] or [t] to go back to where playback started.

Depending on discs, the TV may not automatically turn on.

Notes

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These functions may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.

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About “HDAVI Control” function, read the operating instructions of the connected equipment (e.g., TV) too.

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+ 58 hidden pages

Panasonic DMR-EZ27 Operating Instruction

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Unit Care

Table of Contents, Accessories

Accessories

Remote Control Information

Watching Television

Watching Television Program

Playback

Recording Television Programs

Scheduled Recording

Deleting Recordings

Important Notes for Recording

Advanced Features

Advanced Recording

Advanced Scheduled Recording

Advanced Playback

Playing Still Pictures (JPEG), MP3 and DivX

Playing Playlists

Recording from an External Device