Philips DMR-EH60 User Manual

Operating Instructions Bedienungsanleitung

DVD Recorder DVD-Recorder

Model No. DMR-EH60 Modellnr. DMR-EH60

HARD DISK DRIVE

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 “2”. ≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels

containing “2” or “ALL”.

Von diesem Gerät unterstützter Regionalcode

Regionalcodes werden DVD-Playern und DVDVideos entsprechend ihrem Verkaufsgebiet zugewiesen.

≥Der Regionalcode dieses Gerätes ist “2”. ≥Das Gerät ermöglicht die Wiedergabe von

DVD-Videos, die mit “2” oder “ALL” markiert sind.

Example: Beispiel:

2 ALL

Dear customer

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

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

Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com

Sehr geehrter Kunde

Wir möchten Ihnen für den Kauf dieses Produkts danken. Für optimale Leistung und Sicherheit lesen Sie bitte diese Bedienungsanleitung aufmerksam durch.

Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung vor dem Anschließen, Inbetriebnehmen oder Einstellen dieses Gerätes vollständig durch. Diese Anleitung bitte aufbewahren.

The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the following countries:

Austria/Belgium/France/Germany/Italy/ Netherlands/Spain/Switzerland

(as of 30th April 2005) ≥This service may not be available in some areas

in the above countries.

≥There may be changes in the service areas.

Das GUIDE Plus+ System steht in folgenden Ländern zur Verfügung:

Belgien/Deutschland/Frankreich/Holland/ Italien/Schweiz/Spanien/Österreich

(ab dem 30. April 2005) ≥In einigen Regionen der oben aufgeführten

Länder steht dieser Dienst möglicherweise nicht zur Verfügung.

≥Die versorgten Bereiche können sich

möglicherweise ändern.

Refer to the “User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system” if using the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Einzelheiten zur Verwendung des GUIDE Plus+ Systems finden Sie in der “User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system”.

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CAUTION!

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

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.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

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

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

SUOMI

VAROITUS!

LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.

VAROITUS:

TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA KOHTAAVAN MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, KOSTEUDELLE, VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ, KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.

VAROITUS!

≥ÄLÄ ASENNA TAI LAITA TÄTÄ LAITETTA

KABINETTITYYPPISEEN KIRJAKAAPPIIN TAI MUUHUN SULJETTUUN TILAAN, JOTTA TUULETUS ONNISTUISI. VARMISTA, ETTÄ VERHO TAI MIKÄÄN MUU MATERIAALI EI HUONONNA TUULETUSTA, JOTTA VÄLTETTÄISIIN YLIKUUMENEMISESTA JOHTUVA SÄHKÖISKU- TAI TULIPALOVAARA.

≥ÄLÄ PEITÄ LAITTEEN TUULETUSAUKKOJA

SANOMALEHDELLÄ, PÖYTÄLIINALLA, VERHOLLA TAI MUULLA VASTAAVALLA ESINEELLÄ.

≥ÄLÄ ASETA PALAVAA KYNTTILÄÄ TAI MUUTA AVOTULEN

LÄHDETTÄ LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.

≥HÄVITÄ PARISTOT LUONTOA VAHINGOITTAMATTOMALLA

TAVALLA.

TÄMÄ LAITE ON TARKOITETTU KÄYTETTÄVÄKSI LEUDOSSA ILMASTOSSA.

Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa, että siihen on helppo tarttua ongelman sattuessa.

NORSK

ADVARSEL!

DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER. BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER ELLER ANDRE INNGREP ENN DE SOM ER BESKREVET I DENNE BRUKSANVISNING, KAN FØRE TIL FARLIG BESTRÅLING. DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG FORSØK ALDRI Å REPARERE APPARATET PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT SERVICE OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ UTFØRES AV KVALIFISERT PERSONELL.

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VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

DANGER

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

CAUTION

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.

ATTENTION

EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.

ADVARSEL

UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN

VARO !

LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL

VARNING

ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.

SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.

ADVARSEL

UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.

SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG

VORSICHT

GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

(FDA 21 CFR)

(IEC60825-1)

(Inside of product) (Tuotteen sisällä) (Produktets innside)

RQLS0233

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

ADVARSEL:

FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, ELEKTRISK STØT ELLER SKADER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE APPARATET IKKE UTSETTES FOR REGN, FUKTIGHET, VANNDRÅPER ELLER VANNSPRUT. DET MÅ HELLER IKKE PLASSERES GJENSTANDER FYLT MED VANN, SLIK SOM BLOMSTERVASER, OPPÅ APPARATET.

ADVARSEL!

≥APPARATET MÅ IKKE PLASSERES I EN BOKHYLLE, ET

INNEBYGGET KABINETT ELLER ET ANNET LUKKET STED HVOR VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE ER UTILSTREKKELIGE. SØRG FOR AT GARDINER ELLER LIGNENDE IKKE FORVERRER VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE, SÅ RISIKO FOR ELEKTRISK SJOKK ELLER BRANN FORÅRSAKET AV OVERHETING UNNGÅS.

≥APPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE

DEKKES TIL MED AVISER, BORDDUKER , GARDINER OG LIGNENDE.

≥PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD, SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS, OPPÅ

APPARATET.

≥BRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE FOR

MILJØET.

DETTE APPARATET ER BEREGNET TIL BRUK UNDER MODERATE KLIMAFORHOLD.

Utstyret bør plasseres i nærheten av AC-stikkontakten, og støpslet må være lett tilgjengelig hvis det skulle oppstå problemer.

Table of contents

Getting started

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

HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Disc and card handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Inserting, Removing the SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Note to owners of progressive compatible

PAL system televisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit. . . . . . . . . . 7

Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

The remote control information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

HDD, disc and card information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

The unit’s display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

STEP 1 STEP 2

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Channel reception settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Set up to match your television and remote control. . 20

To enjoy progressive video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Recording

Recording television programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Rec for High Speed dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Flexible Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playing while you are recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Direct TV Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Recording from digital/satellite receiver or decoder. . . . . . . . . 25

Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using the GUIDE Plus+ system to make timer recordings . . . 26

HOWVIEW number to make timer recordings . . . . . . . . 26

Using S

Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Making timer recordings on the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Linked timer recordings with external equipment

(digital/satellite receiver)—EXT LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Playing back

Playing recorded video contents/

Playing play-only discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Operations during play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Simple editing operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using menus to play MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Useful functions during still picture play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status

message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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

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

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

Editing

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

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

Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Editing and playing playlists/chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Picture and folder operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Transferring (Dubbing)

Transferring (dubbing) titles or playlists . . . . . . . . . . . 43

One Touch Transfer (dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list . . . 44 Transferring (dubbing) a finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video

format) and +R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Recording from a video cassette recorder. . . . . . . . . . 47

Manual recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Transferring (dubbing) still pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list . . . 48 Transferring (dubbing) all the still pictures on a card—COPY ALL

PICTURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Convenient functions

HDD, disc and card management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Providing a name for a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Erasing all titles and playlists—Erase all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format. . . . . . . . . . 51

Enabling discs to be played on other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Summary of settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

TV System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Reference

Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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

Table of contents / Useful features

Useful features

This DVD Recorder records high quality pictures to rapid random access capable HDD (Hard disk drive) and DVD-RAM. This has resulted in many new features that outperform older tape formats. The following information summarizes a few of these features.

Instant recording

You no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing the recording button, the unit finds available recording space and begins recording right away. There is no need to worry about overwriting already recorded content.

1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording & EPG Display

From the power on, recording starts in about 1 second§ after the REC button is pressed. If the GUIDE button is pressed while the unit is off, the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) displays in less than 1 second. (Quick Start Mode)

Only when recording to the HDD or DVD-RAM

HDD recording

You can keep on recording your favorite programmes to an internal HDD that is able to record up to 355 hours [EP (8 Hours) mode]. You can also high speed transfer (dub) your favorite programmes to DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R and create a backup disc.

SD card slot, DV input terminal

≥The SD card slot of this unit lets you play digital camera

photographs and transfer (dub) them from a card to DVD-RAM for

easy storage without using a computer. ≥The DV automatic recording function of this unit lets you easily

transfer (dub) a video to the HDD by connecting only a single DV

cable.

Instant play

There is no need to rewind or search forward. Direct Navigator guides you to the beginning of the recorded video immediately.

Chasing playback

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

Simultaneous Recording and Playback

While recording, you can play another video programme that was recorded previously.

Time Slip

During play, and also while recording, you can jump to the scene you wish to view by specifying the skip time.

The GUIDE Plus+ system

The GUIDE Plus+ system provides programme information from the host station displayed on the television like a TV programme magazine. Setting up to record a broadcast is easy too. Simply select the desired programme from the displayed list. You can also search for desired programmes by displaying only the programmes in a certain category. ≥This service may not be available in some areas.

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HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care

The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage. As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup.

∫ The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dust

Depending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer be possible. Especially during operation, do not subject the unit to any vibration, shock, or remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket. In the event of a power failure during recording or play, the content may be damaged.

∫ The HDD is a temporary storage device

The HDD is not an everlasting storage device for recorded content. Use the HDD as a temporary storage place for one-off viewing, editing, or saving recorded content to a disc.

∫ Immediately save (backup) all content as soon as you feel there may be a problem with the HDD

If there is an irregularity within the HDD, repetitive strange sounds or problems with picture (block noise, etc.) may result. Using the HDD in this condition may worsen the problem and in the worst case the HDD may no longer become usable. As soon as you notice this type of problem, transfer (dub) all content to disc and request service. Recorded content (data) on a HDD that has become unusable is unrecoverable.

≥When the HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode (➡ below), or the unit is turned on or off, there may be an unexpected sound.

This does not indicate a problem with this unit.

∫ Setup precautions

≥Do not place in an enclosed area so the rear cooling fan

and the cooling vents on the side are covered up.

≥Place the unit on a surface that is flat and not subject to

vibration or impact.

≥Do not place on anything that

generates heat like a video cassette recorder, etc.

≥Do not place in an area often subject to

temperature changes.

≥Place in an area where condensation

does not occur. Condensation is a phenomenon where moisture

HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care

forms on a cold surface when there is an extreme change in temperature. Condensation may cause internal damage to the unit.

≥Conditions where condensation may occur

–When there is an extreme change in temperature (moving from

a very hot location to a very cold location, or vice versa, or when subjected to an air conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts the unit). When the HDD (warms during operation) is subjected to cold air, condensation may form on the inside of the HDD and may cause damage to the HDD

heads, etc. –When there is high humidity or a lot of steam in the room. –During the rainy season.

In the above situation, without turning the unit on, let the unit adjust to the room temperature and wait 2–3 hours until condensation is gone.

This unit

VCR

∫ Cigarette smoke etc. causes malfunction or

breakdown

The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke or bug spray/vapor, etc. gets inside the unit.

∫ While operating

≥Do not move the unit or subject to vibration or impact. (The

HDD may become damaged.)

≥Do not remove the AC mains lead from the household mains

socket, or flip the power breaker switch. While the unit is on, the HDD is rotating at high speed. Sound or movement due to rotation is normal.

∫ When moving the unit

1 Turn the unit off. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the

display.)

2 Remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket. 3 Move only after the unit has come to a complete stop (approx.

2 minutes) in order to avoid subjecting to vibration and shock. (Even after turning the unit off, the HDD continues operating for a short time.)

∫ HDD recording time remaining

This unit records using a VBR (Variable bit rate) data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments which may cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording. If the remaining amount of time is insufficient, erase any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording. (Erasing a playlist will not increase the amount of time.)

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∫ When “HDD SLP (SLEEP)” appears on the unit’s display

The HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode. (The HDD continues to rotate at high speed while the unit is on. In order to extend the life of the HDD, the HDD will be placed in the SLEEP mode if no operation has been performed for 30 minutes while there is no disc on the disc tray.)

≥Press [HDD] to activate. ≥While in SLEEP mode play or recording may not start right away because the HDD takes time to be re-activated. ≥When not using the unit, we recommend removing the disc in the tray in order to set the HDD to the SLEEP mode.

∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content

Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).

Disc and card handling

∫ How to hold a disc or card

Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface.

∫ Concerning non-cartridge discs

Be careful about scratches and dirt.

∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

∫ Handling precautions

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

warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)

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

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

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

electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥Do not expose the terminals of the card to water, garbage or other

strange things.

≥Do not drop stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them. ≥Do not use the following discs:

–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels

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

shapes.

≥Do not place in the following areas:

–In direct sunlight. –In very dusty or humid areas. –Near a heater. –Locations susceptible to significant difference in temperature

(condensation can occur). –Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.

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

or cartridges when you are not using them.

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.

Unit care

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

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

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the

instructions that came with the cloth.

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

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

DVD lens cleaner: RP-CL720E

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

The heat can damage the unit.

[Note]

Do not obstruct the rear panel’s internal cooling fan.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.

Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.

Disc and card handling / Unit care

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Inserting, Removing the SD card

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.

Opening the cover Inserting the card

Press down.

≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB (➡ 11).

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.

(Do not forget to close the cover. ➡ right)

If you are using a miniSD into the miniSD adaptor that comes with the card. Insert and remove this adaptor from the unit.

card, insert it

card

ADAPTER

Removing the card Closing the cover

Press on the centre of

the card. Pull it straight out.

Note to owners of progressive compatible PAL system televisions

≥If you have an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector

Using progressive output, you can enjoy high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Connect this unit’s component video output terminals to your television and turn on the progressive output setting (➡ 16, 20).

≥If you have a regular television (CRT: cathode ray tube)

Use component output with progressive “Off” (Factory setting ➡ 57), even if it is progressive compatible, because progressive output can cause some flickering. This is the same for multi system televisions using PAL mode.

Push up.

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Progressive output

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Progressive output

Inserting, Removing the SD card / Note to owners of progressive compatible PAL system televisions

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

SETUP

Dynamic Range Compression Bilingual Audio Selection

Audio Mode for XP Recording

Off

Dolby Digital

Digital Audio Output

Disc Picture

Sound

Display

Tun in g

Connection

TAB

SELECT

SETUP

Recording time in EP mode

Rec for High Speed dubbing

Disc

Picture Sound

Tun in g

EP (8 Hours)

Restrictions with DVD-R, etc.

≥16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect. ≥The main (M 1) or secondary audio (M 2 ) only can be recorded for bilingual broadcasts. ≥Playing the disc on other DVD players is not possible before finalizing.

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

Hallo

Record to DVD-R, etc.

The selected audio only is recorded.

e.g., M 1 only

Hello

e.g.,

Hello

16:9 aspect programme with main and secondary audio

4:3 aspect

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

∫ When recording a bilingual programme to DVD-R, etc.

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

Some television programmes are broadcast with main (M 1) or secondary audio (M 2 ). You have to select the audio recording type before recording or transferring (dubbing) them to DVD-R, etc.

≥If you do not connect external equipment

Select “M 1” or “M 2” in “Bilingual Audio

Hello

Hallo

Selection” in the SETUP menu (➡ 56).

Record to DVD-R, etc.

The selected audio only is recorded.

Hello

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

≥If you connect external equipment

–Select “M 1” or “M 2” on the external equipment.

∫ When you want to transfer (dub) titles in high speed mode from the HDD to DVD-R, etc.

Set “Rec for High Speed dubbing” to “On” before recording to the HDD (➡ 24).

You can transfer (dub) titles in high speed mode (max. speed is 64k HDD.

Depending on the disc, max. speed may vary.

Set “Rec for High Speed dubbing” to “On” (➡ 24).

Settings for recording

); however, the following settings are necessary before recording to the

Record to the HDD

High speed transfer (dub) to DVD-R, etc.

HDD

∫ Playing the disc on other DVD players

The disc must be finalized after recording or transferring (dubbing) (➡ 52).

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

You can record and transfer (dub) again if you format DVD-RW.

Play on other DVD equipment

E D O

M Y A L P P

U T E S

;

∫

Y A L P S I

D U

N E M P O T

N R U

T I

E L G N A

O I D U A D N

U O R

C S .

A C

E M

G A PP

O R G

H C R

A E S

R E T N E

L O

V Y A L

P S I

D U N E M

P O T

R U T E R

N O

U N E M

F F O

Record to DVD-R, etc.

Finalize

G CH

D C I N

9 V

N E P O

D N

U O R R

S .

P E

D O

M R O T I

N O M

E D O M

E R U

T C I P

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2 3 4 5

CD SEQUENTIAL

DOUBLE RE-MASTER

DISC

;∫1:/65/9

DISC EXCHANGE DISC SKIP<OPEN/CLOSE

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Included accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of April 2005. These may be subject to change.)

∏

(EUR7729KC0)

1 Remote control 1 AC mains lead

∏∏∏∏

≥For use with this unit only. Do

not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other

equipment with this unit.

The remote control information

1 RF coaxial cable 2 Batteries

for remote control

1 Audio/video

cable

∫ Batteries

≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.

R6/LR6, AA

≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. ≥Do not mix old and new batteries. ≥Do not use different types at the same time.

Included accessories / The remote control information

≥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.

Remote control operations (➡ 12)

∫ Use

Remote control signal sensor

7 m directly in front of the unit

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[Note]

If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (➡ 21).

HDD, disc and card information

HDD and discs you can use for recording and play

Disc type

Logo –

Indicated in these instructions by

Data that can be recorded and played

Main use Temporary storage As re-writable discs for backup use

Maximum recording time

Play on other players – Only on DVD-RAM compatible players. Only after finalizing the disc (➡ 52, 68). Compatible with high

speed recording What you can do on this unit (Y: Can do t: Cannot do)

Chasing playback YY t Recording broadcasts that

allow one copy Recording both M 1 and

M 2 for bilingual broadcasts Recording 16:9 aspect

picture Entering text YY Y

Erasing titles YY

Creating playlists YY t

Hard disk drive (HDD)

≥200 GB

[HDD] [RAM]

Video

Still pictures

Approx. 355 hours

– Up to 5k recording speed discs. Up to 8k recording speed discs.

YY [CPRM (➡ 68) compatible discs only.] t

Approx. 8 hours (Approx. 16 hours on a

DVD-RAM

≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm

≥2.8 GB, 8 cm

Video

Still pictures

double-sided disc

)

DVD-R (DVD-Video format)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm

≥1.4 GB, 8 cm

[-R] before finalization

[DVD-V] after finalization

Video

As one time recording discs for backup use

(recordable until the disc is full)

Approx. 8 hours

t [Only one is recorded.(➡ 56, Bilingual

Audio Selection)]

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

Y (Available space does not increase after

erasing.)

HDD, disc and card information

DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)

Disc type

Logo –

Indicated in these instructions by

Data that can be recorded and played

Main use As re-writable discs for backup use

Maximum recording time Approx. 8 hours Approx. 8 hours Play on other players Only after finalizing the disc

Compatible with high speed recording

What you can do on this unit (Y: Can do t: Cannot do)

Chasing playback tt Recording broadcasts that

allow one copy Recording both M 1 and

M 2 for bilingual broadcasts Recording 16:9 aspect

picture Entering text YY

Erasing titles

Creating playlists tt

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

and dirt.

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

programmes as DVD-Video format.

≥This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC signals. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.)

Play of discs recorded with both PAL and NTSC on another unit is not guaranteed.

You cannot consecutively record or play both sides.

Up to 4k recording speed discs. Up to 8k recording speed discs.

t [Only one is recorded.(➡ 56,

t (The picture is recorded in 4:3

Y (Disc space increases only when

the last recorded title is erased.)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm

≥1.4 GB, 8 cm

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

[DVD-V] after finalization [DVD-V] after finalization

Video Video

As one time recording discs for

backup use (recordable until the

(➡ 52, 68).

Bilingual Audio Selection)]

aspect.)

Only after finalizing the disc

t [Only one is recorded.(➡ 56,

Bilingual Audio Selection)]

t (The picture is recorded in 4:3

Y ( Available space does not

increase after erasing.)

≥4.7 GB, 12 cm

disc is full)

(➡ 52, 68).

aspect.)

∫ DVD Video Recording

format

This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit television broadcasts and so on. ≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time

only recording” can be recorded to a CPRM compatible disc. You can record to the HDD or CPRM compatible DVDRAM on this unit.

≥Play is only possible on a compatible

DVD player.

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

∫ DVD-Video format

This recording method is the same as commercially available DVD-Video. ≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time

only recording” cannot be recorded.

≥These can be played on a DVD player.

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

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

[Note]

When “Rec for High Speed dubbing” is set to “On”, the restrictions on secondary audio recording etc. are also applied to DVD-RAM. Turn this setting “Off” if high speed transfer (dubbing) to DVD-R, etc. is not necessary when recording a programme (➡ 24).

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HDD, disc and card information

Play-only discs (12 cm/8 cm)

Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio

Logo ––

Indicated in these

[DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD]

instructions by Instructions High quality

movie and music discs

High fidelity music discs ≥Played on

this unit in 2 channels.

HDD, disc and card information

≥You can play still pictures (JPEG/TIFF), CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107) and MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW. Close

the session or finalize the disc after recording.

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

instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

Play may be impossible on some CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RW or +RW discs due to the condition of the recording.

Regarding DVD-Audio

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

DVD-RW (DVD Video

Recording format)

DVD-RW recorded on another DVD Recorder ≥You can play

programmes that

+RW CD Video CD SVCD

+RW

recorded on another DVD Recorder

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

≥By formatting (➡ 51)

the disc, you can record to it in DVDVideo format and play it on this unit.

≥It may be necessary to finalize the

disc on the equipment used for recording.

Recorded audio and music (including CD-R/RW

CD-R and CD-

RW recorded in MP3 (➡ 33)

)

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

with music

Recorded music and video (including CD-R/

)

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Discs that cannot be played

≥2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm ≥3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring ≥DVD-R recorded in DVD Video Recording format ≥DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R

recorded on another unit and not finalized. (➡ 68).

≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “2” or “ALL” ≥Blu-ray ≥DVD-ROM, DVD-R DL, +R DL, +R (8 cm), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,

Photo CD, CVD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, DivX Video Disc, “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107, etc.

Types of disc or title recorded on HDD for the type of connected TV

When you use the discs recorded either PAL or NTSC, or playback a title recorded on HDD using PAL or NTSC, refer to this table. (Y: Possible to view, t: Impossible to view)

TV type

Multi-system TV

NTSC TV

PAL TV

§1

If you select “NTSC” in “TV System” (➡ 61), the picture may be clearer.

§2

Select “NTSC” in “TV System” (➡ 61).

§3

If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the picture will not be shown correctly.

≥When playing back a title recorded on the HDD, ensure that you

match the “TV System” setting to the title (➡ 61).

Disc/Titles

recorded on HDD

PA L Y

NTSC

PA L t

NTSC

PA L Y

NTSC

§3

Yes/No

§1

§2

(PAL60)

Optional accessories

(Product numbers correct as of April 2005. These may be subject to change.)

DVD-RAM

9.4 GB, double-sided, type 4 cartridge: LM-AD240ME (compatible with high speed recording LM-AD240LE (compatible with high speed recording 3k

4.7 GB, single-sided, type 2 cartridge: LM-AB120ME (compatible with high speed recording LM-AB120LE (compatible with high speed recording 3k

4.7 GB, single-sided, non-cartridge: LM-AF120ME (compatible with high speed recording LM-AF120LE (compatible with high speed recording 3k

DVD-R

4.7 GB, single-sided, non-cartridge: LM-RF120ME (compatible with high speed recording LM-RF120LE (compatible with high speed recording 4k

5k)

)

5k)

)

5k)

)

8k)

)

Cards useable on this unit

Type

SD Memory Card miniSDTM Card

MultiMediaCard

Indicated in these instructions by

Data that can be recorded and played

Instructions You can insert directly into the SD card slot.

[SD]

Still pictures

A miniSDTM card adaptor included with the miniSDTM card is necessary.

≥You can play and transfer (dub) still pictures taken on a digital camera etc. (➡ 34, 48). ≥You can set the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) for automatic printing on your home printer or at a

photo developing store (➡ 42, 68).

≥Compatible with: FAT 12 or FAT 16

Suitable SD Memory Cards

≥You can use SD Memory Cards with the following capacities (from 8 MB to 1 GB).

8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB,

128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB (Maximum)

Please confirm the latest information on the following website.

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

(This site is in English only.)

≥If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other equipment, the time spent for recording may become longer. Also if the SD Memory Card is

formatted on a PC, you may not be able to use it on this unit. In these cases, format the card on this unit (➡ 51, 68).

≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT 12 system and FAT 16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications. ≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card.

HDD, disc and card information

Structure of folders displayed by this unit

The following can be displayed on this unit. ¢¢¢: Numbers XXX: Letters

DVD-RAM

JPEG

DCIM¢¢¢

DCIM

Folders can be created on other equipment. However, these folders cannot be selected as a transferring (dubbing) destination.

¢¢¢XXXXX

XXXX XXXX

¢¢¢XXXXX

XXXX XXXX

(Higher folder)

(Picture folder)

¢¢¢¢

.JPG

¢¢¢¢

.TIF

¢¢¢¢

.JPG

¢¢¢¢

.TIF

≥The folder cannot be displayed if the numbers are all “0” (e.g., DCIM000, etc.). ≥If a folder name or file name has been input using other equipment, the name may not be displayed properly or you may not be able to play

or edit the data.

Card

(Higher folder)

DCIM

¢¢¢XXXXX

IM¢¢CDPF or IMEXPORT

XXXX XXXX

¢¢¢¢ ¢¢¢¢

(Picture folder)

¢¢¢¢

.JPG

¢¢¢¢

.TIF

.JPG .TIF

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Control reference guide

HDD

DVDSDSD

DVD/TV

ENTER

Remote control

Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.

DVD

HDD

DVD

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

A G

PAU S E

ENTER

STATUS

REC MODE

AUDIO

STOP

DISPLAY

REC

TIME SLIP

INPUT SELECT

Control reference guide

7 8

; <

> ? @

DIRECT TV REC

SUB MENU

DVD /TV

∫ Smart Wheel operation

≥Select items on menu screens and set items.

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] (up, down, left or right) to select an item.

You can also turn the wheel to select an item.

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DUBBING

VOLUME

PAG E

ShowView

MANUAL SKIP

RETURN

ERASE

TIMER

F Rec

F G

L M

O P

Q R

1 Turn the unit on (➡ 18, 19) 2 Direct TV recording (➡ 25) 3 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) (➡ 22, 30, 34) 4 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 5 Cancel 6 Basic operations for recording and play

Show timer recording programme screen

(➡ 28)

8 Smart Wheel (➡ below) 9 Show Top menu/Direct Navigator (➡ 30, 31, 38) : Show sub menu (➡ 38) ; Show status messages (➡ 37) < Colour buttons for switching between Video/Picture and Video/

Playlists, selecting character type when entering text, manual tuning settings and GUIDE Plus+ operations

(➡ 30, 45, 53, 58)

= Show on-screen menu (➡ 36) > Start recording (➡ 22) ? Change recording mode (➡ 22) @ Skip the specified time/Display the television image as a picture-

in-picture (➡ 25, 32)

A Select audio (➡ 32) B Transmission window C Television operations (➡ 21) D Channel select/Change pages in the GUIDE Plus+ system

(➡ 22)

E Show S

HOWVIEW screen (➡ 26)

F Input select (AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4 or DV) (➡ 25, 47) G Skip 30 seconds forward (➡ 32) H Show the GUIDE Plus+ screen (➡ 18, 26) I Show programme information in the GUIDE Plus+ system

J Show FUNCTIONS window (➡ 37) K Return to previous screen L Create chapter (➡ 32) M Erase items (➡ 32) N Timer recording standby/release (➡ 26–28) O Linked timer recordings with external equipment (➡ 29) P Flexible Recording (➡ 24) Q One touch transfer (dubbing) (➡ 44) R Recording functions

Refer to the “User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system” for more information.

[Note]

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

other buttons to stop them from being pressed accidentally.

≥If you press [EXT LINK] accidentally, the unit turns off and switches

to recording standby mode. Press [EXT LINK] again to cancel recording standby.

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

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

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

the television manufacturer code (➡ 21).

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ENTER

Press [ENTER] to confirm.

These operations are also possible….. ≥Frame-by-frame (backward/forward/):

While paused, press [2;] or [;1] (left/right)

≥Search (forward/backward):

During play, turn right or turn left

≥Slow-motion (forward/:backward):

While paused, turn right or turn left

[Note]

Press the Smart Wheel lightly when turning it.

If you press it strongly when turning it, [3, 4, 2, 1] may be mistakenly activated.

Main unit

1. 3

Opening the front panel

Press down on the

1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➡ 18, 19)

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.

2 Disc tray (➡ 22, 30) 3 Connection for digital video (DV) camcorder (➡ 47) 4 Lights when “FL Display” is set to “Bright” (➡ 56) 5 SD card slot (➡ 6) 6 Lights when the HDD, DVD or SD drive is selected 7 Display (➡ below) 8 Connection for camcorder etc. (➡ 47) 9 Linked timer recordings with external equipment (➡ 29)

part with your finger

DV IN

S VIDEO IN

HDD

DVD SD

EXT LINK

L/MONO

-AUDIO IN-

: Channel select (➡ 22) ; Open/close disc tray (➡ 22, 30) < Select drive (➡ 22, 30, 34)

Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT].

= Stop (➡ 22, 31) > Start play (➡ 30) ? Start recording/Remote control signal sensor (➡ 22)

Specify a time to stop recording (➡ 23)

Rear panel terminals (➡ 15, 16)

DRIVE

OPEN/CLOSE

;

SELECT

VIDEO IN

AV3

/k 1.3

REC

Control reference guide

The unit’s display

123456

HDD DVD

REC REC

PLAY PLAY

78 9

1 e.g.,[HDD]

PLAY

REC

HDD

Recording

2 Transferring (dubbing) indicator 3 Linked timer recordings with external equipment indicator 4 D.MIX (multi-channel DVD-Audio only)

When lit: Down-mixing (➡ 68) is possible. When off: The disc prevents down-mixing so only the two front channels can be played (➡ 10, Regarding DVD-Audio)

5 Recording mode 6 Disc type 7 Lights when the HDD, DVD or SD drive is selected 8 Main display section 9 Timer recording indicator

DUB

Link

EXT

HDD

Playback

PLAY

D.MIX

Recording/Playback

SP LP EP

HDD

DVD

REC

AVCD

RWRAM

PLAY

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STEP 1 Connection

STEP

≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.

Connection

∫ Recommended connection for your television

What kind of input terminal does your television have?

Scart Highly recommended connection.

AV IN

Component video

S Video This terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO IN

≥You can enjoy high-quality RGB video from this

unit by connecting to an RGB compatible television.

≥If your television has the Q Link feature, you can

use a variety of useful functions.

These terminals provide a purer picture than the S Video terminal. ≥If your television is compatible with progressive

scan, you can enjoy high-quality progressive video. If you have a progressive compatible CRT television, we cannot recommend this connection as some flickering may occur.

video terminal.

Required

cable(s)

Fully wired 21pin Scart cable

3 video cables ➡ 16 ➡ 19

S Video cable ➡ 16 ➡ 19

Page No. for

connections

➡ 15

Page No. for TV

settings

➡ 19

≥If it’s a Q Link

television ➡ 18

Audio/Video The most basic connection.

AUDIO IN

R L

VIDEO IN

Audio/Video cable (included)

➡ 16

➡ 19

Q Link functions

Q Link offers a range of convenient functions (For further details ➡ 69). Make sure to connect a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable to the television if using the Q Link functions. The following systems from other manufacturers have similar function to Q Link from Panasonic. For details, refer to your television’s operating instructions or consult your dealer.

≥Q Link (registered trademark of Panasonic) ≥DATA LOGIC (registered trademark of Metz) ≥Easy Link (registered trademark of Philips)

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

To save power, unplug it from the household mains socket. This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off

[approx. 3 W (Power Save mode)]

When “Power Save” is set to “On”, the “Quick Start” function does not work.

≥Megalogic (registered trademark of Grundig) ≥SMARTLINK (registered trademark of Sony)

∫ Connect the unit directly to the television

If you connect the unit through an AV selector or video cassette recorder to the television, video signal will be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture may not be shown correctly.

Television

This unit

VCR

Television

VCR

This unit

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≥When connecting to a television with a built-in VCR

Connect to the input terminals on the television side if there are both television and VCR input terminals.

Connecting a television with 21-pin Scart terminal and VCR

RF OUT

RF IN

AV4 IN

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

S VIDEO

AV4 IN

When there is no 21-pin Scart terminal on the television (➡ 16)

≥This unit is compatible with timer recording using the programme function on television (e.g., a IDTV) (➡ 29). ≥The AV2 or AV4 Scart terminals on Panasonic televisions are compatible with the Q Link functions.

indicates included accessories.

indicates accessories not included.

are required connections. Connect in the numbered order.

To the aerial

Splitter

Aerial

cable

This unit’s rear panel

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

VHF/UHF

RF IN

RF coaxial cable

RF OUT

RF IN

21-pin Scart cable

(TV)

AV1

AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

AV IN

Tel evision ’s rear panel

Fully wired 21-pin

Scart cable

Connect only after all other connections are complete.

Cooling fan

S VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

AV4 IN

AUDIO

S VIDEO

AV4 IN

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

AV1 terminal

≥If your television is equipped with RGB input capability, by

connecting with a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable you can see video using RGB output on this unit (➡ below). To output in RGB select “RGB (without component)” from “AV1 Output” in the SETUP menu (➡ 57) after tuning is completed (➡ 18, 19).

≥If your television is equipped with Q Link functions, by

connecting with a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable you can use these functions (➡ 69).

To household mains socket

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

AC mains lead

AC IN

STEP 1 Connection

VHF/UHF

RF IN

∫ RGB

This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G), and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses them. By dividing the video signal into the three colours for transmission, noise is reduced for even higher quality images.

AV OUT

VCR’s rear panel

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STEP

RF OUT

RF IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

S VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO

AV4 IN

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

COMPONENTCOMPONENT

VIDEOVIDEO OUTOUT

(PROGRESSIVE/ (PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)INTERLACE)

OPTICALOPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTDIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)(PCM/BITSTREAM)

AV4 IN AV4 IN OUTOUT

AUDIOAUDIO

VIDEOVIDEO

S VIDEO OUTS VIDEO OUT

S VIDEOS VIDEO AV4 INAV4 IN

COMPONENTCOMPONENT

VIDEOVIDEO OUTOUT

(PROGRESSIVE/ (PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)INTERLACE)

OPTICALOPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTDIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)(PCM/BITSTREAM)

AV4 IN AV4 IN OUTOUT

AUDIOAUDIO

VIDEOVIDEO

S VIDEO OUTS VIDEO OUT

S VIDEOS VIDEO

AV4 INAV4 IN

Connection

Connecting a television with AUDIO/VIDEO terminals and VCR

Connecting to the television using the 21-pin Scart cables (➡ 15)

To the aerial

Splitter

Aerial cable

VHF/UHF

RF IN

indicates included accessories.

indicates accessories not included.

are required connections. Connect in the numbered order.

Television’s rear panel

AUDI O IN

R L

Red White Yellow

VIDEO IN

To household mains socket

(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)

STEP 1 Connection

RF coaxial cable

AC mains lead

Connect only after all other

connections are complete.

Audio/Video cable

S VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

AV4 IN

AUDIO

OUT

Ye ll o w

White

Red

S VIDEO

AV4 IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)

AUDI O IN

VIDEO IN

R L

Red White Yellow

Cooling fan

VCR’s rear panel

Television’s rear panel

S VIDEO IN

RF OUT

RF IN

AV1 (TV)

(

AV2

DECODER/EXT)

Yellow

White

Red

This unit’s rear panel

Use a splitter if you

Audio/Video cable

also want to connect the aerial to your VCR.

VHF/UHF

RF IN

Red White Yellow

R L

AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT

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

Connecting a television with S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals

Television’s rear panel

AUDI O IN

VIDEO IN

R L

Red White Yellow

S VIDEO IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

AC IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

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Audio/

Video

cable

Ye l l o w

White

Red

S Video cable

Audio/

Video

cable

Video cable

Yellow

White

Red

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal

S VIDEO OUT terminal

Connect to S VIDEO IN terminal on the television through a S Video cable. The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.)

Note to owners of progressive compatible PAL system televisions (➡6)

Connect to COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal on the television through video cables. These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output (➡ 68) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. ≥Connect to terminals of the same colour.

For progressive output (➡ 20)

∫ Component video output

Component signal outputs the colour difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colours. If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture can be output because this unit’s component video output terminal outputs a progressive output signal (➡ 68).

Connecting a digital/satellite receiver or decoder

AV2 (DECODER/EXT)

AV1

(TV)

AV4 IN AV4 IN

AUDAUD

VIDEVIDE

RF OUTRF OUT

RF INRF IN

OPTICALOPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTDIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)(PCM/BITSTREAM)

COMPONENTCOMPONENT VIDEOVIDEO OUTOUT

(PROGRESSIVE/(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)INTERLACE)

OPTICALOPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTDIGITAL AUDIO OUT

(PCM/BITSTREAM)(PCM/BITSTREAM)

AV4 IN AV4 IN OUTOUT

AUDIOAUDIO

VIDEOVIDEO

S VIDEO OUTS VIDEO OUT

S VIDEOS VIDEO

AV4 INAV4 IN

≥Decoder here means the device used to decode scrambled broadcasts (Pay TV). ≥Change the “AV2 Input” and “AV2 Connection” settings in the SETUP menu to match the connected equipment (➡ 57) after tuning is

completed (➡ 18, 19).

Viewing video from the decoder on the television while the

Digital receiver, satellite receiver or decoder’s rear panel

21-pin Scart cable

AV OUT

This unit’s rear panel

unit is stopped or while recording.

If you connected the television to the AV1 terminal and the decoder to the AV2 terminal on this unit, press [0]i[ENTER]. (“DVD” appears on the unit’s display.) Press again to cancel. (“TV” appears on the unit’s display.) ≥If the television is compatible with RGB input, the RGB output

signal from the decoder can also be output from the main unit the same way.

STEP 1 Connection

Connecting an amplifier or system component

∫ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on

DVD-Video

Connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders using an optical digital audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” (➡ 56) after tuning is completed (➡ 18, 19). ≥Before purchasing an optical digital audio cable (not included),

check the terminal shape of the connected equipment.

≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to

DVD.

≥Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when

playing DVD-Audio.

Amplifier’s rear panel

OPTICAL IN

Optical digital audio cable

Do not bend sharply when connecting.

Insert fully, with this side facing up.

∫ Connection to a stereo amplifier

Amplifier’s rear panel

Audio cable

AUDIO IN

R L

Red White

White Red

This unit’s rear panel

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STEP

1.3

HDD

DVDSDSD

DVD/TV

ENTER

Auto-Setup

Do you want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system ?

Yes No

Channel reception settings

STEP 2 Channel reception settings

Í/ l

HDD

DVD SD

EXT LINK

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

L/MONO

-AUDIO IN-

DV IN

AV3

DRIVE

OPEN/CLOSE

SELECT

REC

/k1.3

X CH W

DVD

Í DVD

3,4,2,1

ENTER

DIRECT TV REC

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

STATUS

DISPLAY

REC

REC MODE

TIME SLIP

DVD

2 3

PAU SE

ENTER

AUDI O

DVD/ TV

INPUT SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DUBBING

VOLUME

PAG E

ShowView

MANUAL SKIP

RETURN

ERASE

TIMER

F Rec

GUIDE

RETURN

Regarding GUIDE Plus+ system

Preset Download (Setup with Q Link functions)

When connecting to a television that has the Q Link functions (➡ 69) with a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable (➡ 15).

You can download the tuning positions from the television. This unit’s Auto Clock Setting function synchronizes the time when the TV channel that is broadcasting time and date information is tuned.

1 Turn on the television and select the

appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.

2 Press [Í DVD] to turn the unit on.

Downloading from the television starts.

Download from TV

Pos 4

Checking Broadcaster's data, please wait. RETURN: to abort

RETURN

≥If the Country setting menu appears on the television,

press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the country and press [ENTER].

Country

België Belgique Belgien Danmark España

France

SELECT

Italia Nederland

ENTER

Norge

RETURN

RETURN: leave ENTER: access

If you select “Schweiz”, “Suisse” or “Svizzera” in the Country setting, or when the television tuning setting has been set to Switzerland, the “Power Save” setting menu appears. Select “On” or “Off” (➡ 57).

When downloading is complete, the following message appears.

Deutschland Österreich Portugal Suomi Sverige Schweiz Suisse Svizzera Others

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The GUIDE Plus+ system is available in the following countries:

Austria/Belgium/France/Germany/Italy/Netherlands/Spain/ Switzerland

(as of 30th April 2005) ≥This service may not be available in some areas in the above

countries.

≥There may be changes in the service areas.

[Note]

You will need to complete Preset Download (➡ right) or AutoSetup (➡ 19) to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system. ≥The GUIDE Plus+ system setup will not work if the clock is

not set correctly.

Refer to the “User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system” for more information.

≥Visit following homepage for more information.

http://www.europe.guideplus.com

(The above message also appears in countries where GUIDE Plus+ system is not available. However set up is not possible.)

≥If you want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

It takes approx. 2 hours to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system. (➡ User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system)

≥If you do not want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system

Press [2, 1] to select “No” and press [ENTER].

Television picture appears. Preset Download is complete.

To stop partway

Press [RETURN].

∫ If the clock setting menu appears

Set the clock manually (➡ 60).

∫ To confirm that stations have been tuned

correctly (➡ 58)

∫ To restart Preset Download (➡ 59) ∫ To restart GUIDE Plus+ system set up

Press [GUIDE] to show the GUIDE Plus+ system set up screen. (➡ User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system)

Auto-Setup

Do you want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system ?

Yes No

(Setup without Q Link functions)

≥When connecting to a television with the VIDEO OUT,

S VIDEO OUT or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal (➡ 16).

≥When connecting to a television that does not have Q

Link functions (➡ 69).

This unit’s Auto-Setup function automatically tunes all available TV stations and synchronizes the time when the TV channel that is broadcasting time and date information is tuned.

1 Turn on the television and select the

appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit.

2 Press [Í DVD] to turn the unit on.

The Country setting menu appears.

Country

België Belgique Belgien Danmark España

France

SELECT

Italia Nederland

ENTER

Norge

RETURN

RETURN: leave ENTER: access

Deutschland Österreich Portugal Suomi Sverige Schweiz Suisse Svizzera Others

If you select “Schweiz”, “Suisse” or “Svizzera”, the “Power Save” setting menu appears. Select “On” or “Off” (➡ 57).

3 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the

country.

∫ If the clock setting menu appears

Set the clock manually (➡ 60).

∫ To confirm that stations have been tuned

correctly (➡ 58)

∫ To restart Auto-Setup (➡ 59)

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

Press and hold [X CH] and [CH W] on the main unit until the Country setting screen appears.

≥All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password and

time settings return to the factory preset. The timer recording programmes are also cancelled.

∫ To restart GUIDE Plus+ system set up

Press [GUIDE] to show the GUIDE Plus+ system set up screen. (➡ User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system)

STEP 2 Channel reception settings

4 Press [ENTER].

Auto-Setup starts. This takes about 8 minutes.

Auto-Setup

Ch 1

Auto-Setup in progress, please wait. RETURN: to abort

RETURN

When Auto-Setup is complete, the following message appears.

(The above message also appears in countries where GUIDE Plus+ system is not available. However set up is not possible.)

≥If you want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system

Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

It takes approx. 2 hours to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system. (➡ User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system)

≥If you do not want to setup the GUIDE Plus+ system

Press [2, 1] to select “No” and press [ENTER].

Television picture appears. Auto-Setup is complete.

To stop partway

Press [RETURN].

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Set up to match your television and remote control

HDD

DVDSDSD

DVD/TV

ENTER

Numbered buttons

3,4,2,1 ENTER

DVD

DIRECT TV REC

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

DISPLAY

REC

TIME SLIP

DVD

2 3

INPUT SELECT

PAU SE

ENTER

STATUS

REC MODE

AUDI O

DVD/ TV

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DUBBING

VOLUME

PAG E

ShowView

MANUAL SKIP

RETURN

ERASE

TIMER

F Rec

TV operation buttons

FUNCTIONS

RETURN

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Connection”

and press [1].

5 Press [3, 4] to select “TV Aspect”

and press [ENTER].

6 Press [3, 4] to select the TV aspect

and press [ENTER].

SETUP

Tun in g Disc

Picture Sound Display

Connection

Others

≥16:9: 16:9 widescreen television ≥4:3: 4:3 aspect television

[HDD] [RAM] Titles are recorded as they appear on screen. [DVD-V] Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan

& Scan (unless prohibited by the producer of the disc) (➡ 68).

≥Letterbox: 4:3 aspect television

Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style (➡ 68).

To enjoy progressive video

You can enjoy progressive video by connecting this unit’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals to an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan (➡ 68).

16:9 WIDE TV

4:3 TV

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

TV Aspect

16:9

4:3 Letterbox

1 While stopped

Selecting television type and aspect

Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.

Set up to match your television and remote control

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

FUNCTIONS

Playback

Recording

Dubbing

EPG

ENTER

RETURN

HDD

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

GUIDE Plus+

TIMER RECORDING

ShowView

DUBBING

To Others

Disc Remaining

30:00 SP

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others”

and press [ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “SETUP” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Connection”

and press [1].

5 Press [3, 4] to select “Progressive”

and press [ENTER].

6 Press [3, 4] to select “On” and

2 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others”

and press [ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “SETUP” and

press [ENTER].

SETUP

Tuning

Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others

Manual Auto-Setup Restart Download from TV

TAB

SELECT

RETURN

press [ENTER].

Output becomes progressive.

[Note]

≥When connected to a regular television (CRT: Cathode ray tube)

or a multi system television using PAL mode, even if it is progressive compatible, progressive output can cause some flickering. Turn off “Progressive” if this occurs (➡ 37).

≥There is no output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

if “AV1 Output” in the SETUP menu is set to “RGB (without component)”. Set this item to either “Video (with component)” or “S Video (with component)” (➡ 57).

≥If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT, S

VIDEO OUT or AV1 terminal, output will be interlace irrespective of the settings.

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To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

Television operation

SETUP

Tun in g

Remote Control

Press “±” and “ENTER” together for more than 2 seconds on the remote control.

Disc Picture

You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the television channel and change the television volume.

1 Point the remote control at the television

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

e.g., 01: [0] ➡ [1] 10: [1] ➡ [0]

Manufacturer and Code No.

Brand Code Brand Code

Panasonic 01/02/03/04/45NOKIA 25/26/27

When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control

Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together.

Use “DVD 1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.

1 While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others”

and press [ENTER].

AIWA 35 NORDMENDE 10 AKAI 27/30 ORION 37 BLAUPUNKT 09 PHILIPS 05/06 BRANDT 10/15 PHONOLA 31/33 BUSH 05/06 PIONEER 38 CURTIS 31 PYE 05/06 DESMET 05/31/33 RADIOLA 05/06 DUAL 05/06 SABA 10 ELEMIS 31 SALORA 26 FERGUSON 10 SAMSUNG 31/32/43 GOLDSTAR/LG 31 SANSUI 05/31/33 GOODMANS 05/06/31 SANYO 21 GRUNDIG 09 SBR 06 HITACHI 22/23/31/40/

41/42 INNO HIT 34 SELECO 06/25 IRRADIO 30 SHARP 18 ITT 25 SIEMENS 09 JVC 17/39 SINUDYNE 05/06/33 LOEWE 07 SONY 08 METZ 28/31 TELEFUNKEN 10/11/12/

MITSUBISHI 06/19/20 THOMSON 10/15/44 MIVAR 24 TOSHIBA 16 NEC 36 WHITE

SCHNEIDER 05/06/29/

30/31

13/14

05/06

WESTINGHOUSE

2 Test by turning on the television and

changing channels.

≥Repeat the procedure until you find the code that allows

correct operation.

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

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

[Note]

≥If your television brand has more than one code listed, select the

one that allows correct operation.

3 Press [3, 4] to select “SETUP” and

press [ENTER].

4 Press [3, 4] to select “Others” and

press [1].

5 Press [3, 4] to select “Remote

Control” and press [ENTER].

6 Press [3, 4] to select the code

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

Set up to match your television and remote control

7 To change the code on the remote control

While pressing [ENTER], press and hold the numbered button ([1], [2] or [3]) for more than 2 seconds.

8 Press [ENTER].

∫ When the following indicator appears on the

unit’s display

The unit’s remote control code

Change the code on the remote control to match the main unit’s (➡ step 7).

[Note]

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

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

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Recording television programmes

1.3

HDD

DVDSDSD

ENTER

D.MIX

REC

HDD

DVD SD

EXT LINK

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

L/MONO

-AUDIO IN-

DV IN

AV3

HDD, DVD indicator

DVD

DIRECT TV REC

HDD

2 3

Numbered buttons

∫

3,4,2,1

ENTER

Recording television programmes

AUDIO

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

STOP

SUB MENU

STATUS

DISPLAY

REC

REC MODE

TIME SLIP

AUDI O

[HDD]

≥You can record up to 500 titles on HDD. (When continuously

recording for long durations, titles are automatically divided every 8

hours.) [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] ≥You can record up to 99 titles on one disc.

[+R]

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

[SD]

≥It is not possible to record onto a card.

See also the notes “Before recording” (➡ 23).

DVD

INPUT SELECT

SLOW/SEARCH

PAU SE

ENTER

CREATE

CHAPTER

EXT LINK

DUBBING

VOLUME

PAG E

ShowView

MANUAL SKIP

PLAY/x1.3

RETURN

ERASE

TIMER

F Rec

OPEN/CLOSE

3 Press [WXCH] to select the channel.

DCCH BS

DUB

EXT

MPEG4 D.MIX

HDD

DRIVE SELECT

REC

/k1.3

∫

DVD

To select with the numbered buttons: e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [5]

Link

NET

DVD

AVC D

RWRAM

SDPC

15: [1] ➡ [5]

4 Press [REC MODE] to select the

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

DCCH BS

1 3

HDD DVD

REC

PLAY PLAY

DUB

≥To record sound using LPCM (XP mode only):

Set the “Audio Mode for XP Recording” to “LPCM” in the SETUP menu (➡ 56).

EXT

Link

MPEG4 D.MIX

NET

SP LP EP

DVD

SDPC

AVCD

Remaining time

RWRAM

on the disc

5 Press [¥ REC] to start recording.

;

HDD DVD

REC

PLAY PLAY

Link

MPEG4 D.MI X

NET

SP LP EP

DVD

RWRAM

SDPC

AVC D

DCCH BS

DUB

EXT

Recording will take place on open space on the HDD or on disc. Data will not be overwritten. ≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during

recording. You can change the channel or recording mode while paused; however, the recording will then be as a separate title.

≥[HDD] [RAM] You can change the audio being received by

pressing [AUDIO] during recording. (Does not affect the recording of audio.)

∫ To pause recording

Press [;].

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

∫ To stop recording

Press [∫].

≥From the start to the end of the recording is called one title. ≥[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete

recording management information after recording finishes.

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

the connections to this unit. ≥Turn on this unit.

1 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the

recording drive.

The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit.

2 If you selected the DVD drive

Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the tray and insert a disc.

≥Press the button again to close the tray. ≥When using 8 cm DVD-RAM, or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the

disc from the cartridge.

Insert label-up.

∫ Cartridge disc

Insert with the arrow facing in.

Insert fully so it clicks into place.

If a station broadcasts Teletext information

The unit automatically records the programme’s and station’s name if the station’s Title Page is correctly set (➡ 58).

[Note]

The unit may take some time in retrieving titles (up to 30 minutes) and may fail in some cases.

Quick Start (➡ 57)

1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording & EPG Display

From the power on, recording starts in about 1 second the REC button is pressed. If the GUIDE button is pressed while the unit is off, the Electronic Program Guide (EPG) displays in less than 1 second. (Quick Start Mode)

Only when recording to the HDD or DVD-RAM

“Quick Start” is set to “On” at the time of purchase.

[Note]

Startup takes up to a minute when:

–You play a disc or start recording to discs other than DVD-

RAM. –You want to make other operations. –The clock has not been set.

after

Recording modes and approximate recording times

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

DVD-RAM

Mode

HDD

(200 GB)

Single-

sided

(4.7 GB)

Double-

sided

(9.4 GB) XP (High quality) 44 1 2 1 SP (Normal) 89 2 4 2 LP (Long play) 177 4 8 4 EP (Extra long

play) FR (Automatic

mode selection)

355

§2

)

(266

355 hours maximum

§2

8 (6

) 16 (12§2)8 (6§2)

8 hours

maximum

8 hours

maximum

for one side

§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” is set to “EP (6 Hours)” in the SETUP menu (➡ 55). The sound quality is better when using “EP (6 Hours)” than when using “EP (8 Hours)”.

≥[RAM] When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8 Hours)” mode,

play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. Use “EP (6 Hours)” mode if playback may be on other equipment.

FR (Flexible Recording Mode)

You can set FR (Flexible Recording) mode when transferring (dubbing) or programming timer recordings. The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP (8 Hours) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc space with the best possible recording quality. For example with a 90 minute recording to an unused DVD-RAM, the picture quality is adjusted to between “XP” and “SP”.

≥

When recording to the HDD, picture quality is automatically adjusted to precisely fit a transferred (dubbed) title on a 4.7 GB disc.

≥All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in the

display.

§1

(Unit: hour)

DVD-R

DVD-RW

(4.7 GB)

8 hours

maximum

SP LP EP

After recording

≥[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] In order to play a disc recorded using this unit on

➡

other playback equipment, the disc must first be finalized (

52).

To specify a time to stop recording—One Touch Recording

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

During recording

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

≥You can specify up to 4 hours later. ≥The unit display changes as shown below.

30 (min.) ""# 60 (min.) ""# 90 (min.) ""# 120 (min.) ^" Counter (cancel) ,"" 240 (min.) ,"" 180 (min.) ,}

≥This does not work during timer recordings (➡ 26) or while using

Flexible Recording (➡ 24).

≥If you change the channel or recording mode while recording is

paused, the time specified to stop recording is cancelled.

≥The unit does not turn off automatically after the time to stop

recording is reached.

To cancel

Press [¥ REC] on the main unit several times until the counter appears. ≥The time to stop recording is cancelled; however, recording

continues.

To stop recording partway

Press [∫].

When using DVD-RW

When you insert a new DVD-RW or a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (DVDVideo format) recorded on a computer or other equipment, a format confirmation screen is displayed. Format the disc to use it. However, all the recorded contents are erased.

Recording television programmes

Before recording

≥It is not possible to record to both HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and DVD

drive simultaneously.

≥It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a double

sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.

≥It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time

only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R or 8 cm DVD-RAM discs. Use the HDD or CPRM compatible DVD-RAM.

≥When transferring (dubbing) in high speed mode to DVD-R,

DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, after you have recorded to the HDD, set “Rec for High Speed dubbing” to “On” before recording to the HDD ( Refer to the “Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit” for more information (➡ 7).

Either the main or secondary audio can be recorded for bilingual broadcasts, when

≥Recording to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R ≥Recording sound in LPCM (

Recording)

≥“Rec for High Speed dubbing” is set to “On” (

You have to select the audio recording type before recording.

–If you do not connect external equipment

Select “M 1” or “M 2” in “Bilingual Audio Selection” in the SETUP menu (

–If you connect external equipment

Select “M 1” or “M 2” on the external equipment.

➡

24).

➡

56, Audio Mode for XP

➡

24)

➡

56).

Format

This disc is not formatted properly. Format the disc in DISC MANAGEMENT?

SELECT

ENTER

NoYes

RETURN

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

To format a disc

“Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format” (➡ 51)

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Recording television programmes

1.3

HDD

DVDSDSD

VOLUME

ENTER

FLEXIBLE REC

Start Cancel

Recording in FR mode.

Set rec. time

8 Hour 00 Min.

Maximum rec. time

8 Hour 00 Min.

Recording television programmes

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HDD

¥ DIRECT TV REC

Numbered buttons

HDD, DVD indicator

DIRECT TV REC

HDD

DVD

2 3

4 5 6

INPUT SELECT

CANCEL

SKIP

PAG E

ShowView

MANUAL SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

DVD SD

DRIVE

OPEN/CLOSE

SELECT

REC

/k1.3

∫

HDD, DVD

INPUT SELECT

;

PAU SE

ENTER

STATUS

CHAPTER

REC MODE

AUDI O

PLAY/x1.3

CREATE

EXT LINK

DUBBING

RETURN

ERASE

TIMER

F Rec

FUNCTIONS

RETURN REC MODE F TIMER

F Rec

3,4,2,1

ENTER

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

STATUS

¥ REC

TIME SLIP

∫

STOP

SUB MENU

DISPLAY

REC

TIME SLIP

Rec for High Speed dubbing

When transferring (dubbing) in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R after you have recorded to the HDD.

If transferring (dubbing) a title using the high speed mode to a DVD-R, etc., set “Rec for High Speed dubbing” to “On” before recording to the HDD.

However, the following restrictions apply:

≥When recording bilingual broadcasts, either the main or

secondary audio can be recorded. –If you do not connect external equipment

Select “M 1” or “M 2” in “Bilingual Audio Selection” in the SETUP menu (

–If you connect external equipment

Select “M 1” or “M 2” on the external equipment.

≥Even 16:9 aspect (Widescreen) programmes are recorded in 4:3

aspect.

Refer to the “Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit” for more information (➡ 7).

While stopped

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4] to select “To Others” and press

[ENTER].

3 Press [3, 4] to select “SETUP” and press

[ENTER]. 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Disc” and press [1]. 5 Press [3, 4] to select “Settings for recording”

and press [ENTER]. 6 Press [3, 4] to select “Rec for High Speed

dubbing” and press [ENTER]. 7 Press [3, 4] to select “On” and press [ENTER]. 8 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].

To return to the previous screen

Press [RETURN].

To exit the screen

Press [RETURN] several times.

To start recording

≥Recording television programmes (➡ 22) ≥Timer recording (➡ 26) ≥Recording from a video cassette recorder (➡ 47)

[Note]

If you do not intend to transfer (dub) titles in high speed mode to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, set “Rec for High Speed dubbing” to “Off”.

➡

56).

Flexible Recording

(Recording that fits the remaining disc space)

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode.

∫ Using “FLEXIBLE REC” is convenient in these

kinds of situations.

[RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

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

appropriate recording mode difficult

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

quality possible

[HDD]

≥When you want to record a title to HDD so that it can then be

transferred (dubbed) to fit one 4.7 GB disc perfectly

≥You do not need to edit the recorded title, or change the recording

mode when transferring (dubbing), to fit the disc space

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

If you select XP mode, the programme will not fit one disc.

If you try to record a 90 minute programme in XP mode, only the first 60 minutes will fit on the disc

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

If you select SP mode, the programme will fit one disc.

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

If you select “FLEXIBLE REC” the programme will fit one disc perfectly.

4.7GB

DVD-RAM

Necessary space for recording

Preparation

≥Select the channel or the external input to record. ≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.

and the 30 minute balance will not get recorded. ≥Another disc is necessary.

However there will be 30 minutes remaining disc space.

1 While stopped

Press [F Rec].

Maximum recording time

This is the maximum recording time in EP mode.

2 Press [2, 1] to select “Hour” and

“Min.” and press [3, 4] to set the recording time.

≥You can also set the recording time with the numbered

buttons.

≥You cannot record more than 8 hours.

3 When you want to start recording

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Start” and press [ENTER].

≥Recording starts. ≥All the recording modes from XP to EP appear in

the display.

To exit the screen without recording

Press [RETURN].

To stop recording partway

Press [∫].

To show the remaining time

Remaining time of recording

Press [STATUS].

e.g., HDD

HDD

REC 59

ARD

M 1 / M 2

L R

SP LP EP

Playing while you are recording

[HDD] [RAM]

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

Press [1] (PLAY) during recording.

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

To stop play

Press [∫].

To stop recording

2 seconds after play stops Press [∫].

To stop timer recording

Press [F TIMER]. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

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

≥You can also change the drive and play while recording. Press

[HDD] or [DVD].

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] during

recording.

2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a title

and press [ENTER].

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

To stop play

Press [∫].

To exit the Direct Navigator screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

To stop recording

After play stops 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] to exit screen. 2 If the recording is on the other drive

Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.

3 Press [∫].

To stop timer recording

Press [F TIMER]. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

Reviewing the recorded images while recording— Time Slip

While recording, you can play a scene in the title being recorded or a previously recorded title. Both the images being played and recorded are shown.

1 Press [TIME SLIP] during recording.

PLAY

0 min

Play starts from 30 seconds previous.

REC

The image currently being recorded

≥You will hear the playback audio.

2 Press [3, 4] to select the time and

press [ENTER].

≥Each time you press [3, 4], the time increases [3] or

decreases [4] by 1 minute. (Press and hold for 10-minute intervals.)

≥Press [TIME SLIP] to show the play images in full. Press

again to show the play and recording images.

To stop play

Press [∫].

To stop recording

2 seconds after play stops Press [∫].

To stop timer recording

Press [F TIMER]. ≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than 3

seconds to stop recording.

[Note]

Chasing play can only be used with programmes of the same encoding system (PAL/NTSC).

Direct TV Recording

When connected to a television that has the Q Link function using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable.

This function allows you to immediately start recording the programme that you are viewing on the TV.

1 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the

recording drive.

The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit.

2 If you selected the DVD drive

Insert a disc. (➡ 22)

3 Press and hold [¥ DIRECT TV REC]

for 1 second.

Recording starts.

To stop recording

Press [∫].

Recording from digital/satellite receiver or decoder

Preparation

≥Connect a satellite/digital receiver or decoder to this unit’s input

terminals (➡ 17).

≥When recording bilingual programmes

[HDD] [RAM] When both M 1 and M 2 is selected on the connected equipment, you can select the audio type in playback. [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Select either M 1 or M 2 on the connected equipment. (Only either one type of M 1 or M 2 can be recorded.)

≥When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC,

change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the SETUP menu (➡ 61). This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC signals. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.)

≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.

1 While stopped

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

e.g.,If you have connected to AV2 input terminals, select “AV2”.

2 Press [REC MODE] to select the

recording mode.

3 Select the channel on the other

equipment.

4 Press [¥ REC].

Recording starts.

To skip unwanted parts

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

To stop recording

Press [∫].

Recording television programmes

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Timer recording

HDD

DVDSDSD

ENTER

1.3

Enter ShowView Number by using 0-9 key.

ShowView

1:58 SP

DVD

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

12:53:00 15. 7. TUE

TIMER RECORDING

1:58 SP

DVD

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

12:54:00 15. 7. TUE

Mode

StopStartName Date

VPS

PDC

HDD DVD

20:0019:0015. 7. TUE SP OFFHDD

1 ARD

Programme Name

TIMER RECORDING

1:58 SP

DVD

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

12:56:00 15. 7. TUE

Mode

StopStart

No.

Date

VPS

PDC

HDD DVD

Name

Disc space

20:00

19:00

ARD

15. 7. TUE

OFF

New Timer Programme

Timer standby is active. Playback is possible.

HDD

DVD SD

DVD

Timer recording

Numbered buttons

¢ CANCEL

PROG/CHECK

3,4,2,1

ENTER

EXT LINK

REC MODE

DIRECT TV REC

HDD

2 3

4 5 6

CANCEL

SKIP

∫

STOP

SUB MENU

DISPLAY

REC

STATUS

REC MODE

DVD

INPUT SELECT

PAU SE

ENTER

CHAPTER

ShowView

MANUAL SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

CREATE

EXT LINK

VOLUME

PAG E

RETURN

ERASE

TIMER

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]

≥[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] When recording bilingual broadcasts, only the

audio selected in “Bilingual Audio Selection” (➡ 56) is recorded (“M 1” or “M 2”).

≥[HDD] If you set “Rec for High Speed dubbing” (➡ 24) to “On” before

recording to the HDD, you can later high speed transfer (dub) the programme to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R.

Before recording

≥Refer to the “Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit” for more

information (➡ 7).

≥See also the notes “Before recording” (➡ 23).

Preparation

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

the connections to this unit.

≥If recording to DVD, insert a disc that you can use for recording

(➡ 22).

≥Make sure that the clock settings are correct (➡ 60).

DRIVE

OPEN/CLOSE

SELECT

REC

/k1.3

∫

HDD, DVD

ShowView

GUIDE

F TIMER

Using SHOWVIEW number to make timer recordings

Entering S can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers or magazines. ≥You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance.

HOWVIEW numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You

1 Press [ShowView].

2 Press the numbered buttons to enter

the SHOWVIEW number.

Press [2] to move back to correct a digit.

3 Press [ENTER].

≥Confirm the programme and make corrections if necessary

using [3, 4, 2, 1] (➡ 28, step 3).

≥When “-- ---” appears in the “Name” column, you cannot set

timer recording. Press [3, 4] to select desired programme position. After you have entered the information of a TV station, it is kept in the unit’s memory.

≥You can also press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording

drive. When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD” (➡ 27, Relief Recording).

≥You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording

mode.

≥VPS/PDC (➡ 27)

ON!)OFF (– – –)

≥RENEW (Auto Renewal Recording) [HDD] (➡ 28)

ON!)OFF

≥Programme Name

Press [2, 1] to select “Programme Name” and press [ENTER] (➡ 53, Entering text).

4 Press [ENTER].

The settings are stored.

Using the GUIDE Plus+ system to make

timer recordings

You can perform timer recordings by simply selecting the desired programme from the television programme list.

Before using the GUIDE Plus+ system

≥The television programme list is not displayed immediately after

purchasing this unit.

≥You must complete initial setup for the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Refer to the “User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system” for more information.

Press [GUIDE].

The GUIDE Plus+ programme overview is displayed. (➡ User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system)

[Note]

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If “NTSC” has been selected for “TV System” (➡ 61), the GUIDE Plus+ system cannot be used.

Check to make sure “OK” is displayed (➡ 29).

Repeat steps 1–4 to programme other recordings.

5 Press [F TIMER].

The unit turns off and “F” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer recording standby has been activated. ≥If you turn on the unit, a

message screen appears. Recording is not possible while timer recording is in standby. [Playback is possible however you cannot play a title recorded using a different encoding system (PAL or NTSC) from that of the TV system currently selected on the unit.]

∫ To release the unit from recording standby

Press [F TIMER].

“F” goes out. ≥Be sure to press [F TIMER] before the programme start time to

put the unit in recording standby. Timer recording will work only if “F” is displayed.

∫ To cancel recording when recording has

already begun

Press [F TIMER].

≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than

3 seconds to stop recording.

[Note]

≥Timer recordings are activated regardless of whether the unit is

turned on/off.

≥Timer recordings begin when the set time is reached even

when playing.

≥Timer recordings do not begin while editing or transferring

(dubbing) in normal speed mode (➡ 43).

≥If the unit is turned on when timer recording begins, it remains

turned on after recording finishes. It does not turn off automatically. You can turn the unit off during timer recording.

≥“F” flashes for about 5 seconds when the unit cannot go to

timer recording standby.

≥If the unit is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the

latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording starting time, the “F” flashes on the unit display. In this case, press [F TIMER] to put the unit in the timer recording standby mode.

≥When you programme successive timer recordings to start

immediately one after the other, the unit cannot record the part at the beginning of the later programmes [a few seconds when recording with HDD or DVD-RAM and approximately 30 seconds when recording with DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R].

Programme

Not recorded

Timer recording

Recorded Recorded

≥(If the GUIDE Plus+ system is set)

Television programme list data is downloaded between AM2:50 and AM5:10. If you want to make timer recordings during this time, set “Auto Download Priority” in the GUIDE Plus+ system setup menu to “Timer Prog.” (➡ User’s manual for the GUIDE Plus+ system)

∫ VPS/PDC function (➡ 69)

As long as a VPS/PDC signal is being broadcast by the TV station, even if the broadcast programme time changes, the recording time automatically changes to match the new broadcast time.

To activate the VPS/PDC function

In step 3 in the VPS/PDC column (➡ 26), press [3, 4] to select “ON”.

∫ Relief Recording

When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD”. If there is no disc in the tray or the disc cannot be recorded on or when timer recording starts while transferring (dubbing), the recording drive will be altered to the HDD. ≥The Direct Navigator shows which programmes were relief-

recorded (“ ” is displayed.) (➡ 30).

≥If the time remaining on the HDD is insufficient, as much of the

programme as possible will be recorded onto the HDD.

≥Relief recording is not activated when recording the programme

with VPS/PDC and it is extended so that it no longer fits on the disc.

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Timer recording

TIMER RECORDING

1:58 SP

DVD

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

12:54:00 15. 7. TUE

Mode

StopStartName Date

VPS

PDC

HDD DVD

22:3022:0015. 7. TUE OFFHDD

1 ARD

Programme Name

TIMER RECORDING

1:58 SP

DVD

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

12:56:00 15. 7. TUE

Mode

StopStart

No.

Date

VPS PDC

HDD

DVD

Name

Disc space

20:00

19:00

ARD

15. 7. TUE

OFF

New Timer Programme

22:30

22:00

ARD

15. 7. TUE

OFF

Timer standby is active. Playback is possible.

TIMER RECORDING

1:58 SP

DVD

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

12:54:00 15. 7. TUE

Mode

StopStartName Date

VPS PDC

HDD

DVD

22:3022:00SUN OFFHDD

1 ARD

Programme Name

RENEW

Refer to the control reference on page 26.

Manually programming timer

recordings

You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.)

1 Press [PROG/CHECK].

TIMER RECORDING

No.

Name

ARD

Press ENTER to store new programme.

ENTER

RETURN

HDDRemain

Date

15. 7. TUE

19:00

New Timer Programme

30:24 SP

StopStart

20:00

DVD

12:56:00 15. 7. TUE

VPS

HDD

Mode

PDC

DVD

OFF

1:58 SP

Disc space

2 Press [3, 4] to select “New Timer

Programme” and press [ENTER].

3 Press [1] to move through the items

Timer recording

and change the items with [3, 4].

≥Press and hold [3, 4] to alter the Start (Start time) and

Stop (Finish time) in 30-minute increments.

≥You can also set Name (Programme position/TV Station

Name), Date, Start (Start time), and Stop (Finish time) with the numbered buttons.

≥Date

Date: Current date up to one month later minus

l l

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

Weekly timer: SUN>--->SAT

≥You can also press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording

drive. When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining space, recording automatically switches to the “HDD” (➡ 27, Relief Recording).

≥You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording

mode.

≥VPS/PDC (➡ 27)

ON!)OFF (– – –)

≥RENEW (Auto Renewal Recording) [HDD] (➡ right)

ON!)OFF

≥Programme Name

Press [2, 1] to select “Programme Name” and press [ENTER]. (➡ 53, Entering text)

one day;:

4 Press [ENTER].

∫ To release the unit from recording standby

Press [F TIMER].

“F” goes out. ≥Be sure to press [F TIMER] before the programme start time to

put the unit on recording standby. Timer recording will work only if “F” is displayed.

∫ To cancel recording when recording has

already begun

Press [F TIMER].

≥You can also press and hold [∫] on the main unit for more than

3 seconds to stop recording.

[Note]

≥Timer recordings are activated regardless of whether the unit is

turned on/off.

≥Timer recordings begin when the set time is reached even

when playing.

≥Timer recordings do not begin while editing or transferring

(dubbing) in normal speed mode (➡ 43).

≥If the unit is turned on when timer recording begins, it remains

turned on after recording finishes. It does not turn off automatically. You can turn the unit off during timer recording.

≥“F” flashes for about 5 seconds when the unit cannot go to

timer recording standby.

≥If the unit is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the

latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording starting time, the “F” flashes on the unit display. In this case, press [F TIMER] to put the unit in the timer recording standby mode.

≥When you programme successive timer recordings to start

Auto Renewal Recording

[HDD]

If you record a programme onto HDD repeatedly everyday or every week using timer recording, the unit will record the new programme over the old one.

This function can be used only when weekly recording or daily recording is selected.

1 Press [PROG/CHECK]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the programme

and press [ENTER].

3 Press [2, 1] to select “RENEW”

column.

4 Press [3, 4] to select “ON” and press

[ENTER].

Repeat steps 2–4 to programme other recordings.

Press [F TIMER].

The unit turns off and “F” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer recording standby has been activated. ≥If you turn on the unit, a

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Check to make sure “OK” is displayed (➡ 29).

[Note]

≥If a programme set for Auto Renewal Recording is protected or

while play back is taking place from the HDD, or while transferring (dubbing), the programme will not be overwritten. Instead the programme set for recording will be saved as a separate programme, and this programme will be the one to be overwritten when the next Auto Renewal Recording takes place.

≥Playlists made from programmes that were set for Auto Renewal

Recording are erased along with auto renewal.

≥When there is not enough space on the HDD, the programme may

not be recorded completely.

Check, change or delete a programme

≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer

recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK].

Press [PROG/CHECK].

Icons

[ This programme is currently recording. W The times overlap those in another programme.

Recording of the programme with the later start time starts when the earlier programme finishes recording.

F The disc was full so the programme failed to record.

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

X The programme did not complete recording because the

disc is dirty or some other reason. Timer programmes set to Auto Renewal Recording (➡ 28). Titles that have been rerouted to the HDD (Displayed while recording.)

Recording drive: HDD

Recording drive: DVD

TIMER RECORDING

No.

Date

Name

Press ENTER to store new programme.

ENTER

RETURN

30:24 SP

HDDRemain

StopStart

New Timer Programme

Message displayed in the “Disc space” line

OK: Displayed if the recording can fit in the

remaining space.

> (Date): For recordings made daily or weekly, the display

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

! : It may not be possible to record because:

≥there is not enough space left ≥the number of possible titles has reached its

maximum.

Relief: Timer programmes that will be relief recorded to

the HDD.

∫ To change a programme

Press [3, 4] to select the programme and press [ENTER]. (➡ 28, step 3)

∫ To delete a programme

Press [3, 4] to select the programme and press [¢ CANCEL].

∫ To exit the timer recording list

Press [PROG/CHECK].

∫ To put the unit on timer recording standby

Press [F TIMER].

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

≥Programmes that failed to record are deleted from the timer

recording list at 4 a.m. two days later.

1:58 SP

DVD

12:56:00 15. 7. TUE

VPS

HDD

Mode

PDC

DVD

Disc space

Making timer recordings on the television

(e.g., of digital broadcasts)

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a television with a Q Link function (➡ 69) that you can use for setting timer recordings using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable (➡ 15).

1 Make timer programming on the TV. 2 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording

drive.

If you selected the DVD drive, insert a disc (➡ 22).

3 Turn off this unit.

The start and end of recording is controlled by the TV.

To stop recording

Press [∫].

[Note]

≥When this unit is in timer recording standby or EXT LINK standby

(“F” or “EXT Link” is shown on the unit’s display), recording from television does not start.

≥Programmes are recorded as one title on this unit when the end

time of the earlier timer recording and the start time of the later timer recording are close to each other. To divide the titles, go to “Divide Title” (➡ 39).

Linked timer recordings with external equipment (digital/satellite receiver) — EXT LINK

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] When an external equipment (e.g., a digital/satellite receiver) with a

timer function is connected to the AV2 terminal of this unit by a 21-pin Scart cable (➡ 17), it is possible to control the recording of the unit with the equipment.

Preparation

≥Change the “AV2 Input” (➡ 57) in the SETUP menu to match the

connected equipment .

≥Change the “Ext Link” in the SETUP menu to match the connected

equipment (➡ 57). Ext Link 1: The start and stop time of the recording are controlled

by the signal received from the digital/satellite receiver.

Ext Link 2: As long as a video picture is being transmitted by the

external equipment, the unit will record it.

1 Make timer programming on the external

equipment.

2 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording

drive.

If you selected the DVD drive, insert a disc (➡ 22).

3 Press [EXT LINK].

The unit turns off and “EXT Link” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer recording standby has been activated.

To cancel the external control

Press [EXT LINK] to stop recording or to cancel linked timer recording standby. ≥In order to prevent accidental operation, press [EXT LINK] to

cancel the setting after recording is finished.

[Note]

≥This function does not work with some equipment. Refer to the

equipment’s operating instructions.

≥The beginnings of recordings may not be recorded correctly in

some cases.

≥When “Ext Link” is set to “Ext Link 2”, this function does not work if

the input signal is NTSC system.

≥When “AV2 Connection” is set to “Decoder”, EXT LINK is not

available (➡ 57).

≥Programmes are recorded as one title on this unit when the end

time of the earlier timer recording and the start time of the later timer recording are close to each other. To divide the titles, go to “Divide Title” (➡ 39).

≥When this unit is in EXT LINK standby (“EXT Link” is shown on the

unit’s display), The GUIDE Plus+ data cannot downloaded.

≥While the unit is in EXT LINK standby mode or recording, video

picture is from the AV2 input terminal irrespective of “AV1 Output” setting (➡ 57).

≥During EXT LINK standby mode or recording, playback is only

available from the drive performing the recording.

Timer recording

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Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs

HDD

DVDSDSD

ENTER

1.3

HDD

PLAY

DVD

DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE VIEW

007 008

- - -

HDD

PICTURE

VIDEO

HDD

DVD SD

OPEN/CLOSE

EXT LINK

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

L/MONO

-AUDIO IN-

AV3

ShowView

MANUAL SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

PLAY/x1.3

CREATE

ERASE

EXT LINK

DUBBING

VOLUME

PAG E

RETURN

TIMER

F Rec

X CH W

W X CH

MANUAL SKIP

6, 5

;

2;, ;1

3,4,2,1

ENTER

RETURN ERASE

CREATE CHAPTER

Numbered buttons

:, 9

DIRECT NAVIGATOR, TOP MENU

SUB MENU

“Red”

AUDIO

TIME SLIP

HDD, DVD indicator

DVD

DIRECT TV REC

HDD

4 5 6

CANCEL

∫

STOP

SUB MENU

DISPLAY

REC

TIME SLIP

SKIP

STATUS

REC MODE

AUDI O

DV IN

DVD

2 3

INPUT SELECT

PAU SE

ENTER

CHAPTER

Preparation

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

the connections to this unit.

≥Turn on this unit.

1 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the

playback drive.

The HDD or DVD indicator lights up on the unit. ≥It is possible to watch playback from one drive while

recording on another (editing is not possible).

2 If you selected the DVD drive

Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the main

Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs

unit to open the tray and insert a disc.

≥Press the button again to close the tray. ≥When using 8 cm DVD-RAM, or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the

disc from the cartridge.

Insert label-up.

∫ Cartridge disc

Insert with the arrow facing in.

Insert fully so it clicks into place.

3 Press [1](PLAY).

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] Play starts from the most recently recorded title. [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [CD] [VCD] Play starts from the beginning of the disc.

≥When using cartridge discs with the write-protect tab in the

protect position (➡50), play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.

∫ Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play—

Direct Navigator

[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

DRIVE SELECT

REC

/k1.3

∫

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

≥Thumbnail Display ≥Table Display

DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE VIEW

HDD

007 008

ARD 10.10. FRI ARD 11.10. SAT

Previous Page 02/02 Next

ENTER

RETURN

SUB MENU

Select

- - -

- - -- - -- - -

VIDEO

PICTURE

DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE VIEW

HDD

Rec Time 0:52(SP)

ENTER

RETURN

001

ARD 26. 9. FRI 13:30

002

ZDF 27. 9. SAT 12:15

003

AV2 3. 10. FRI 20:00

004

ARD 3. 10. FRI 22:05

005

AV2 4. 10. SAT 16:10

006

ZDF 10.10. FRI 9:25

007

ARD 10.10. FRI 13:30

008

ARD 11.10. SAT 21:00

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SUB MENU

Page 01/01

Select

VIDEO

Name of titleTimeNo. Name Date Day

PICTURE

Switching the Direct Navigator appearance

1 Press [SUB MENU] while Thumbnail Display is displayed. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Table Display” and press [ENTER].

≥The display appearance last used is saved even after the unit is

turned off.

2 [HDD] [RAM]

Press the “Red” button to select “VIDEO”.

[HDD] To sort Title View for easy searching (Table Display only) This function is convenient when searching for one title to playback from many titles.

1Press [SUB MENU]. 2Press [3, 4] to select “Sort” and press [ENTER]. 3Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [ENTER].

If you select an item other than “No.” ≥The Direct Navigator screen will reappear after playback of the

selected title has finished. (You cannot play titles continuously.)

≥Skip and Time Slip will only function with the title currently being

played back.

≥If you exit the Direct Navigator screen, or switch to “PICTURE”

Direct Navigator screen, the sorted Title View will be cancelled.

3Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title and press

[ENTER].

You can also select titles with the numbered buttons. e.g., [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›]

5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5] 5: [0] ➡ [5] 15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5] 15: [1] ➡ [5] 115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]

To show other pages

Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER]. (Thumbnail Display only) ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.

To exit the screen

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Direct Navigator screen icons

[ Currently recording.

Title protected.

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

(NTSC) (PAL)

Title cannot be played [When transferring (dubbing) a title to the HDD, or when data is damaged etc.]

Titles that have been rerouted to the HDD (➡ 27, Relief Recording)

Title with “One time only recording” restriction (➡ 68, CPRM)

Title recorded using a different encoding system from that of the TV system currently selected on the unit. ≥Alter the “TV System” setting on this unit to suit

(➡ 61).

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