P8 – 13 Operating Instructions Quick Start Guide DVD Recorder Model No. DMR-EX77EB DMR-EX87EB The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of the silver model of DMR-EX77. 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.
Features Enjoy Digital Broadcast! Enjoy High Quality Video! Receive Freeview using an integrated (Digital Video Broadcasting) tuner Just one cord and simple connection with HDMI terminal Watching Television (¼ 14) TV Guide (¼ 14, 17, 30) Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Edit Profiles (¼ 62) Digital Channel Information (¼ 38) When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted, enabling you to enjoy high quality, digita
Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of March 2007. These may be subject to change.) 1 Remote control (N2QAYB000127) 1 AC mains lead (K2CT3CA00004) For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.
Table of Contents Getting Started Features ................................................................................... 2 Accessories .............................................................................. 3 Sales and Support Information ................................................. 3 Caution for AC Mains Lead....................................................... 3 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care ........................................ 6 Remote Control Information ..................
P8 – 13 Other Settings Other Settings......................................................................... 69 Child Lock .................................................................................... 69 Using the Unit’s Remote Control to Operate the TV .................... 69 Quick Start Guide Reference Additional Connections ........................................................... 70 Adding a VCR: Connecting to a Television and a Video Cassette Recorder .....................................
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.
Remote Control Information About batteries Using the remote control Insert so the poles ( and ) match those in the remote control. When closing the lid, insert it from the(minus) side. Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, up to a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit. 20 30 R6/LR6, AA 20 30 Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not use different types at the same time. Do not heat or expose to flame.
Location of Parts/Controls Remote Control Turn the unit on or off .............................................. (¼ 12) Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) ................... (¼ 15, 16, 34) Select channels and title numbers etc./ Enter numbers ......................................................... (¼ 12) Delete items ............................................................
5 4 3 REC 6 7 PLAY 8 : 9 Digital broadcast indicator Quick Start Guide 2 1 STEP 1 The Unit’s Display SD Card slot indicator Disc indicator Lights when the unit is receiving digital broadcast or TV Guide data. Copying indicator Linked timer recordings with external equipment indicator ........................................................ (¼ 23) Recording/Playback indicator Timer recording indicator..............................
Basic Connection Use of the supplied RF coaxial cable To prevent interference patterns from appearing on your TV, use only the supplied RF coaxial cables when you connect this unit to your TV and aerial outlet or aerial cable and Satellite receiver. Keep the RF coaxial cables as far away as possible from other cables. Do not roll up the RF coaxial cables. Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
STEP 2 Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable Quick Start Guide – You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television (¼ 40). – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television.
Setting the Channels and Clock Preparation: Turn on the mains for the television (and connected equipment) and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. These are the first settings you make upon buying the unit. You don’t need to make these settings again. TV’s remote control 68 Net ID TS ID Quality 9 12302 12289 12302 12289 9 STOP PROG/CHECK MANUAL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH P USE PA PLAY/x1. A 3 Off: With Quick Start function and AV2 loop-through in standby.
The cursor moves to “Name”. to enter the name. , to select a letter, then to move to next character. Repeat this to enter the name. OK , to select “To Others”, then OK , to select “Setup”, then OK , to select “Others”, then . to store the name. STEP 3 OK Quick Start Guide to select “Yes”, then , to select “Clock”, then and and then repeat steps , to enter and store “House No.” and “Postcode”. RETURN The Owner ID settings screen disappears.
Watching Television Refer to “TV Guide” (¼ 30) for detail information. Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record terrestrial digital channels. DVD TV ¦ ¦ VOL CH DRIVE SELECT A AV P GE PA Important: This unit does not have an analogue broadcast tuner. DVD to turn the unit on.
Playback Refer to “Advanced Playback” (¼ 32–33) for detail information. Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. Instructions/notes regarding DVD-Audio are applicable to the DMR-EX87 model only. TV ¦ ¦ A AV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT DVD to turn the unit on. SKIP to select the HDD or DVD drive. MANUAL SKIP PLAY/x1.3 EXIT STATU A S GUIDE – Insert a disc (¼ 78). OK OPTION PLAY/x1.
Recording Television Programmes Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” (¼ 19) and “Advanced Recording” (¼ 20 to 22) for detail information on recording. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection (¼ 60). DVD ¦ to turn the unit on. DRIVE SELECT to select the HDD or DVD drive.
Timer Recording Refer to “TV Guide” (¼ 30) and “Advanced Timer Recording” (¼ 26) for detail information on TV Guide. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] ¦ VOL CH A AV P GE PA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT to turn the unit on. When you want to record to disc, OPEN/CLOSE TV ¦ DRIVE SELECT DVD ¦ DVD to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit). SKIP – Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space and press [ OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray.
Deleting Titles Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection (¼ 60). Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] and insert a disc. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. DVD Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered.
Important Notes for Recording About the aspect when recording a programme Copy-once recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound: You can select audio language when received audio in multi-channel broadcast (“MultiAudio” appears at the bottom of digital channel information display). However, audio cannot be switched after recording. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] The original aspect used for the source programme will also be used with the recording.
Advanced Recording Recording Modes and Durations HDD Recording Mode DVD-RAM Single-sided Double-sided1 (4.7 GB) (9.4 GB) DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW (4.7 GB) DVD-R DL3, (8.5 GB) +R DL3 (8.
When the format confirmation screen is displayed Formatting is the process of making media such as DVDRAM recordable on recording equipment. Important: Formatting permanently deletes all disc contents (including the contents that have been recorded on a PC), regardless of protection status of disc. [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW] REC repeatedly until the desired time is reached. RETURN Do not format if you intend to view pre-recorded titles or contents from the disc.
Advanced Recording Flexible Recording Playing while you are recording [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the programme within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode. Refer to “FR (Flexible Recording)” (¼ 20). Preparation: Select the channel or the external input to record. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive. Chasing Playback [HDD] [RAM] Allows playback from the beginning of the title you are recording.
Recording from a Satellite Receiver [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Manual Recording Preparation: ]RAM\ If the disc is protected, release protection (¼ 60). Connect a satellite receiver to this unit’s input terminals (¼ 11). When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC, change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu (¼ 67). With the unit stopped. INPUT SELECT to select “AV2” for the satellite receiver you have connected.
Recording from an External Device Recording from a VCR, etc. Start play on the external device. Connect cables while both the unit and the external device are turned off. REC Front of the unit REC You can get a sharper, clearer picture by connecting with an S Video cable instead of the yellow video cable. VIDEO S VIDEO OPEN / CLOSE L/MONO - AUDIO- R AV3 IN at the point you want to start recording to the disc.
Recording from a DV Camcorder Connect the cable while both the unit and the external device are turned off. to select “Rec to HDD” or “Rec to DVD”, then OK Front of the unit OPEN / CLOSE REC to select “Rec”, then OK DV IN 4-pin DV Cable [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Preparation: Turn on the unit. [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection (¼ 60). When the output signal from the external device is NTSC, change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu (¼ 67).
Advanced Timer Recording Manual timer recordings OK Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. ]RAM\ If the disc is protected, release protection (¼ 60). Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space. Confirm that the clock on the unit’s display is set to the correct time. If connected via a satellite receiver, set channel there before timer recording starts. Timer Recording PROG/CHECK No.
To cancel a timer recording in progress While the unit is on STOP – Confirmation screen appears. to select “Stop Recording”, then OK Notes Recording stops and the timer programme is deleted. (Daily and weekly timer programmes remain and timer recording will start as programmed.) Notes on timer recording 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.
Advanced Timer Recording Check, Change, or Delete Programmes The timer recording list can be viewed even when the unit is off. Tips You can enter up to 32 programmes a month in advance. PROG/CHECK Timer Recording Remain HDD 30:24 SP DVD 1:58 SP 12:56:00 15/ 7. TUE No. Name Date Start HDD Drive Stop DVD Mode STTL space New Timer Programme – See “Tips” (¼ right) for explanation of icons displayed. , to select the programme. Press OK to store new programme.
Relief Recording When the recording drive is “DVD” and there is not enough remaining blank 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 copying, the recording drive will be altered to the HDD. The Direct Navigator shows which programmes were relief-recorded (“ ” is displayed.) (¼ 32).
TV Guide What is TV Guide? The TV Guide gives you an overview of the programme for your digital television and radio stations up to 7 days. For many of these programmes, you can select additional information provided by the stations. You can search the programme preview according to various topics such as sport, films etc., according to categories such as TV or radio. You can easily find the desired programmes and set Timer recording. Landscape view TV Guide: Landscape Broadcast date Broadcast time Prog.
Selecting the programme from the desired programme type or category This function lets you display a TV Guide list sorted by programme type (e.g. Movies, Sport) or category (e.g. Free TV, Radio). 1a 1b to display the list of programme type. (Yellow) Notes If the unit is disconnected from the AC mains, all programme data are lost. The programme list is available immediately if this unit has found a digital station and loaded the information in the memory.
Advanced Playback Instructions/notes regarding DVD-Audio are applicable to the DMR-EX87 model only. DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen icons Protected. Selecting Titles to Play You can easily select and play recorded programmes by using DIRECT NAVIGATOR. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Not recorded due to recording protection (Digital broadcasts, etc.) It cannot be played because data is damaged, etc. Currently recording.
Time Slip During playback, you can access specific titles or scenes through direct entry of the numbered buttons. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Use to skip in 1-minute or 10-minute increments. During playback [HDD] e.g., 5: [0] ¼[0] ¼ [5] 15: [0] ¼[1] ¼ [5] MP3 and JPEG e.g.
Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) [SD] The screen shown below may be displayed when you insert an SD card (¼ 78). SD Card Notes You can use 8 MB to 2 GB SD memory cards, 4 GB SDHC memory cards (¼ 76). For inserting and removing SD cards (¼ 78). Still pictures cannot be played during recording or copying. Album View Copy Pictures (JPEG) Copy Video (MPEG2) SELECT OK RETURN Press [, ] to select “Album View”, then press [OK]. (¼ below).
Selecting Still Pictures in Another Folder [RAM] [SD] This function is only available if multiple folders are recognized. From the Album View screen Slide Show You can display still pictures one by one with constant interval. [HDD] [RAM] [SD] From the Album View screen OPTION , , , to select an album, then PLAY/x1.3 , to select “Select Folder”, then OK , to select the desired folder, then OK You can also start Slide Show with the following steps. 1.
Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) Rotate Pictures Picture Properties Picture information is shown (e.g., shooting date). While playing a picture OPTION While playing a picture STATUS , to select “Rotate RIGHT” or “Rotate LEFT”, then OK twice to display picture properties. 18:53:50 11/10. Folder - Picture No. 103 - 0006 Date 1/ 1/ 2005 No.
Playing MP3s [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] You can play DVD-R, DVD-R DL or CD-R/RW discs which contain MP3 files that have been recorded on a PC (Close the session or finalise the disc after recording). , to select a group, then OK – The track list for the selected group appears. DRIVE SELECT to select the DVD drive. Tips Selected group Number 0 – 9 Prev. Next –Track list is shown. No.
Information Messages Digital Channel Information Notes You can display the information about programmes (programme name, broadcast time, etc.). Everytime you change the channel, digital channel information appears automatically. They disappear again after a short time. If you record a digital radio broadcast or a digital broadcast that is not being received correctly, digital channel information is also recorded and will remain visible during playback.
FUNCTION MENU Window By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. Signal Quality No Signal: With the unit stopped FUNCTION MENU Remain 30:00 SP HDD C FUN TION MENU The digital broadcast signal is not being received. Bad Signal: Due to poor signal conditions, etc., the digital broadcast signal has been interrupted. No Service: No broadcasts are currently available.
Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control TM”/Q Link) You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “VIERA Link” or Q Link. What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”? [VIERA\Link] VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or receiver under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable.
Easy control only with VIERA remote control If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” function with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions. You can operate this unit using the following buttons on the TV remote control. [, , , ], [OK], [RETURN], [EXIT], [OPTION] and the coloured buttons. Use the remote control for this unit to operate any other buttons (numbered buttons, etc.) that are not listed above.
Entering Text Titles—Editing You can give names to recorded titles or discs in the different menus and while setting up the timer recording. You can edit titles on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: deleting unwanted parts of titles such as commercials, changing Thumbnail, dividing and deleting titles, etc. When viewing the Enter Name screen.
Title Operations Set up Protection/Cancel Protection [HDD] [RAM] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Use to prevent accidental erasure of titles. Delete [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Use to delete unneeded titles. Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” (¼ 42). Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” (¼ 42). Press [,] to select “Set up Protection” or “Cancel Protection”, then press [OK].
Titles—Editing Change Thumbnail Divide Title [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Changes the thumbnail picture shown in the Title View screen. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” (¼ 42). Press [,] to select “Change Thumbnail”, then Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” (¼ 42). Press [, ] to select “Divide Title”, then press press [OK]. Enter Name [HDD] [RAM] You can divide a title into two. Once divided, titles cannot be recombined.
Chapters—Creating, Editing [HDD] [RAM] When creating chapters in your favourite scenes , you can easily reach the head of scene using [,] (SKIP) or play on Chapter View. Tips Title/Chapter Normally, programmes are recorded as a single item consisting of one chapter. Title Chapter Start Tips To exit the menu screens Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. To view other pages Press [, , , ] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. – You can also press [, ] to view other pages.
Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (play only) You can create playlists by grouping your favourite scenes (chapters) from the recorded titles and edit the created playlists. Creating Playlists [HDD] [RAM] Perform steps − 4b of “Accessing the Playlist View”. (¼ left) Press [, ] to select the source title, then press Tips [HDD] [RAM] A playlist is a compilation of your favourite chapters as shown in the chart below.
Edit Chapter Operations Perform steps − 4c of “Accessing the Playlist View”. (¼ 46) Press [, ] to select “Edit” then press [OK]. Press [, ] to select desired operation from the Add Chapter Press [, ] to select “Add Chapter” then press [OK]. (¼ 46, Creating Playlists) Move Chapter Press [, ] to select “Move Chapter” then press [OK]. Press [, , , ] to select the position to insert the chapter then press [OK]. menu displayed location then press [OK] (¼ below).
Still Pictures—Editing Accessing the Album/Picture View Preparation: [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, cartridge, card ¼ 60) [HDD] [RAM] [SD] Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. – [HDD] [RAM] When the Title View screen is displayed, press the “Green” button to switch to the Album View screen. Editing an album: Press [, , , ] to select the album.
Set up Protection/Cancel Protection Set protection to prevent pictures from being accidentally deleted. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Album/Picture View” (¼ 48). Press [, ] to select “Set up Protection” or “Cancel Protection”, then press [OK]. Press [] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. – The lock symbol “ ” appears when the still picture or album is protected.
Copying titles or playlists With this unit, you can select a copy method from the two types listed below. (About copying still pictures ¼ 56) Copy Copy Advanced Advanced Copy Copy Easy copying from HDD to DVD with no difficult settings. (¼ 52) Make a copy list and then copy. You can set the unit to copy titles or playlists in the way you want.
Approximate copying times (Max. speed) (excludes time required to write data management information) HDD Recording Recorded Mode XP SP LP 1 hour EP (6H) EP (8H) 4X Speed 4X Speed 8X Speed 4X Speed 4X Speed 5X Speed 12X Speed DVD-R DL2 DVD-RW3 +R4 +R DL2 +RW DVD-RAM DVD-R1 Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Speed Speed Speed Speed Speed Speed Speed time time time time time time time 5 min. 8 min. 12 min. 5X 10X 15 min. 4X 15 min. 4X 7X 15 min. 4X 15 min. 4X 46 s. 20 s.
Copying titles or playlists Before copying Speed and recording mode when copying [HDD] [RAM]: High speed [HDD] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]: High speed In the following cases, copy will perform at normal speed and recording mode will be set to FR. (However, if there is still not enough space after setting to FR mode, copy will not be performed.) [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] When the copying source was recorded in “EP” or “FR (recordings 5 hours or longer)” mode.
Copying using the copying list —Advanced Copy [HDD] [RAM] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [HDD] [HDD] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [SD] [HDD] [RAM] You can order titles and playlists as desired for copy to disc. See also “Before copying” (¼ 52). Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [,] to select “To Others”, then press [OK]. Press [,] to select “Advanced Copy”, then press [OK].
Copying titles or playlists (Continued) Edit the copying list Select the item in step – (¼ 53, right column) – Press [OPTION]. Tips Delete All Add Delete Move Delete All Delete all items registered on the copying list. 1. Press [, ] to select “Delete All” , then press [OK]. 2. Press [] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Add Add new items to the copying list. 1. Press [, ] to select “Add” , then press [OK]. 2. Press [, , , ] to select the playlists and titles to be added, then press [OK].
[DVD-V] [HDD] You can copy the content of finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVDRW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD and re-edit. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time. Operations and on screen displays during copy are also recorded. Almost all DVD-Video on sale have been treated to prevent illegal copying, and cannot be copied. The following cannot be copied: DVD-Audio ([EX87]), Video CD, Audio CD and so on.
Copying Still Pictures [HDD] [RAM] [SD] You can use SD Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 4 GB (¼ 76). SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card-compatible equipment. SDHC Memory Cards cannot be used with equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards. You cannot copy pictures recorded to DVD-R, DVD-R DL or CD-R/CD-RW. To register individual still pictures Press [, ] to select “Create List”, then press [].
Cancel all registered copying setting and lists After performing steps – (¼ 56) Copying all the still pictures on a card —Copy All Pictures Press [, ] to select “Cancel All”, then press [OK]. Press [] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the SD drive. [SD] [HDD] or [RAM] Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [, ] to select “To Others”, then press [OK]. Press [, ] to select “Copy All Pictures”, then press [OK].
Setting On-Screen Display Instructions/notes regarding DVD-Audio are applicable to the DMR-EX87 model only. Accessing the On-Screen Display When playing discs (except for JPEG discs), you can display and set the options including disc audio, subtitle, image quality, sound effect, Repeat Play, etc. In addition, when receiving the multi-channel broadcast, you can change the audio settings. Menu options will differ based on disc type and contents. Press [DISPLAY].
Play Menu [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [CD] [VCD] Repeat Play This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ. Select “Off” to cancel.
HDD, DVD and Card Management You can manage discs or cards through formatting, finalising and other operations. Accessing the Management Menus Preparation: [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, cartridge, card ¼ below). Insert a disc or card. With the unit stopped Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [, ] to select “To Others”, then press [OK].
Selecting the background style—Top Menu Notes [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVD-Video top menu after finalising or Create Top Menu ([+RW]). Perform preparation steps − of “Accessing the Management Menus” (¼ 60). Press [, ] to select “Top Menu”, then press [OK]. Press [, , , ] to select the background, then press [OK].
Setup Menu Channel Settings You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. C FUN With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [, ] to select “To Others” and press [OK]. To Others Setup TION MENU Accessing the Setup Menu (¼ left, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
Add New DVB Services You can search for newly added terrestrial digital channels to receive. Tips To browse through the list Press [ CH]. Setup Auto-Setup Restart You can restart auto channel setting for terrestrial digital channels if set up (¼ 12) fails for some reason. Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others Edit Profiles Auto-Setup Restart DVB Manual Tuning Add New DVB Services Signal Condition Add New DVB Services Please wait! Ch 21 Prog.
Playback/Recording Settings To Others Setup C FUN C FUN Picture Settings To Others Setup TION MENU TION MENU (¼ 62, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. (¼ 62, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
Sound Settings Digital Audio Output C FUN To Others Change the settings when you have connected equipment through the unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (¼ 72). Press [OK] to show the following settings. Setup TION MENU PCM Down Conversion Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the above settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.
Display and Connection Settings TV Aspect C FUN To Others Setup TION MENU This setting needs to be changed when connected to a 4:3 standard aspect TV. Press [, ] to select the TV Aspect, then press [OK]. [16:9] [4:3] [Letterbox] TV Aspect Setup (¼ 62, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
TV System AV1 Output Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to record NTSC video from another source. Selects the output from the AV1 terminal. Select “Video (with component)” or “S Video (with component)” for component output (progressive output). Set according to the signal and terminal of the connected TV. 1. Press [, ] to select the TV System, then press [OK]. Setup TV System PAL Tuning [Video (with component)] Select when a TV is connected that can receive a composite signal.
System Settings System Update C FUN To Others Setup TION MENU (¼ 62, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
Other Settings Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN] simultaneously until “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display. If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display and operation is impossible. Tips To cancel the Child Lock Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN] simultaneously until “X HOLD” disappears.
Additional Connections Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable – You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television (¼ 40). – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television.
You can connect this unit to a TV using the audio/video (AV) cable (included), S-Video cable (not included) or component cables (not included) instead of the 21-pin Scart cable (¼ 10, 11, 70). Using an Audio/Video Cable (included) Using an S Video Cable (S Video Cable not included) The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television).
Additional Connections You can improve sound quality by connecting this unit to an amplifier or system component using the audio cable or the optical digital audio cable. Using an Audio Cable for Better Sound Use this connection to play sound through speakers connected to an amplifier or system component.
You can enjoy high-quality picture and audio by adding the HDMI cable connection to the 21-pin Scart cable connection between the unit and your TV (¼ 10, 11, 70). Connecting with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Terminal When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted, enabling you to enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cable.
HDD, Disc and Card Handling Usable Discs for Recording and Playback Disc type Rewritable Play on other players1 Recording 16:9 aspect picture2 Copy-once recording (CPRM) (¼ 19) Hard disk drive (HDD) — CPRM (¼ 96) compatible discs only.
Play-only Discs Disc type Standard symbol Discs that Cannot be Played Uses DVD-Video [DVD-V] High quality movie and music discs [DVD-A] High fidelity music discs Played on this unit in 2 channels. DVD-Audio ([EX87]) DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) [-RW‹VR›] DVD-RW video recorded on another DVD recorder You can play programmes that allow “One time only recording” if they have been recorded onto a CPRM compatible disc.
HDD, Disc and Card Handling Cards Usable on this Unit Type Standard symbol SD Memory Card (from 8 MB to 2 GB), SDHC Memory Card (4GB), miniSD Card, MultiMediaCard Data that can be recorded and played Instructions Still pictures Video (SD Video) You can insert directly into the SD card slot. A miniSD card adaptor included with the miniSD card is necessary. You can play and copy still pictures taken on a digital camera, etc. (¼ 34, 56) SD Video shot with a Panasonic SD Video camera, etc.
MP3s and Still Pictures (JPEG) MP3 File Information Notes Playable discs [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] File format MP3 Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”. Number of folders (groups) Maximum number of folders (groups) recognizable: 300 folders (groups) (including the root folder) Number of files Maximum number of files (tracks) (tracks) recognizable1: 3000 files (tracks) Bit rates 32 kbps to 320 kbps Sampling frequency 16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/ 32 kHz/44.
Media Handling (Disc/SD Card) Inserting Discs Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. – Insert a disc. Notes When using 8 cm DVD-RAM or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the disc from the cartridge. It is not possible to record or play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over. Insert label-up. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to close tray.
Troubleshooting Guide When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Control Use this function to synchronize the codes for the remote control and the main unit when there are other Panasonic products close to your unit. With the unit stopped Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Press [, ] to select “To Others”, then press [OK]. Press [, ] to select “Setup”, then press [OK]. Press [, ] to select “Others”, then press []. Press [, ] to select “Remote Control”, then press [OK].
Troubleshooting Guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. The following does not indicate a problem with the unit: Regular disc rotating sound. Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions. Image disturbance during search. Periodic interruptions to the reception due to satellite broadcasting breaks.
General Issues Operation Cannot operate the TV with unit’s remote control. The remote control doesn’t work. The unit is on but cannot be operated. Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries. The remote control code is wrong. Change to the correct code. The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the main unit.
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues TV Guide Page The TV Guide System does not receive any data. Check whether the clock is properly set. If signal quality is bad (ghost images or limited reception), the TV Guide system may not be able to receive any data. 13 − “No Data” is displayed for some or all stations. Some stations are not supported by the TV Guide system. Programme the Timer recording manually. − 26 The TV Guide information is not displayed properly.
General Issues DVB-T (Continued) Page Unusual station sorting. The station sorting of this unit is pre-defined. Use profiles to sort the stations as you want them. 62 The digital channel information does not appear. Select the length of time (3–10 sec.) in the “On-Screen Messages” in the Setup menu. 66 The digital channel information will not appear during playback or recording.
Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Picture The images from this unit do not appear on the TV. Make sure recorder is connected to an appropriate AV input of the TV. Picture is distorted. Make sure the TV’s input setting (e.g., AV 1) is correct. The TV isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold [] and [/1.3] on the main unit for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace. The unit’s “TV System” setting differs from the TV system used by the disc now playing.
Playback Issues No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. Check if TV is muted. Check if amplifier is muted. Sound is not output while fast-forwarding during chasing playback and simultaneous record and playback. Set “V.S.S.
Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Operation Play fails to start even when [ PLAY] is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. Audio and video momentarily pause. DVD-Video is not played. Alternative soundtrack and subtitles cannot be selected. No subtitles. Angle cannot be changed. You have forgotten your ratings password. Quick View (Play 1.3) does not work. The resume play function does not work. The Video CD picture does not display properly. Time Slip, Manual Skip, etc.
Recording Issues Recording/Timer Recording/Copying/External input Cannot record. Cannot copy. Page You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record onto. 74 [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. 60 The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to “PROTECT” or the disc is protected with the “DVD Management” settings.
Troubleshooting Guide Recording Issues Recording/Timer Recording/Copying/External input (Continued) Timer recording does not stop even when [STOP] is pressed. Page Make sure that the recording drive is selected. Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the recording drive. 16 When using the linked timer recording with external equipment, press [EXT LINK]. (“EXT-L” on the unit’s display disappears.) 23 The timer programme remains even after recording finishes.
Editing Issues HDD, DVD & SD Page Cannot edit. You may not be able to edit on the HDD if there is no available space. Delete any unwanted titles to create empty space. Cannot format. The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. 78 Disc may be defective or of poor quality. − You tried formatting a disc that is not compatible with the unit. 60 The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it off or remove the disc.
Troubleshooting Guide Editing Issues Still Pictures Page This screen cannot be displayed during recording or copy or while the unit is standing by for linked timer recording with external equipment. Release the card’s protection setting. (With some cards, the “Write Protection Off” message sometimes appears on the screen even when protection has been set.) The card format is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the card may be damaged.
Frequently Asked Questions Setup Page How can I enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p? Connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV using an HDMI cable. Set “HDMI Video Format” in the Setup menu to “1080p”. 67, 73 What equipment is necessary to play multi-channel surround sound? You cannot playback multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions Recording Page Can I record from a commercially purchased video cassette or DVD? Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs are copy protected; therefore, recording is usually not possible. − Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, and +RW recorded on the unit be played on other equipment? You can play these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalising the disc on this unit. [+RW] It is not necessary to finalise +RW.
Messages On the Unit’s Display Page An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, reset the unit (¼ 79, “To restore the unit if it freezes”). − If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and contact a qualified service person. − DVD (“ ” stands for a number.
Messages On the Unit’s Display (Continued) Page U72 U73 The HDMI connection acts unusually. – The connected equipment is not HDMI compatible. – The HDMI cable is too long. Please use a cable 5.0 meters or less. – The HDMI cable is damaged. − U76 HDMI cannot be output because you are connected to a model that does not support copyright protection.
On the TV (Continued) No SD CARD No valid SD card. Page The card is not inserted. If this message is displayed with a compatible card already inserted, turn off the unit, remove and then re-insert the card. The format of the card inserted is incomplete. Not enough space in the copy destination. 76, 77 60 Create space by deleting any unnecessary items. 18, 43, 60 Delete one or more items registered on the copy list to ensure that the “Destination Capacity” is not exceeded.
Glossary Bitstream Formatting This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by a decoder. Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM recordable on recording equipment. You can format DVD-RAM, DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format), +RW, SD Card and the HDD or unused +R and +R DL on this unit. Formatting irrevocably erases all contents.
Safety precautions Progressive/Interlace The PAL video signal standard has 625 (or 576) interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning, called 625p (or 576p), uses twice the number of scan lines. For the NTSC standard, these are called 525i (or 480i) and 525p (or 480p) respectively. Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i .
Specifications Power supply: Power consumption: Standby mode: (Power Save mode) (Quick Start mode) Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 2−3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) 2−5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R (SL): 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1−4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1−8X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1−16X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) DVD-R (DL): 2−4X SPEED (Ver. 3.0), 2−8X SPEED (Ver. 3.0) DVD-RW: 1X SPEED (Ver. 1.1), 1−2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1) 2−4X SPEED (Ver. 1.2), 2−6X SPEED (Ver. 1.2) +R (SL): 2.4X SPEED (Ver. 1.0), 2.4−4X SPEED (Ver. 1.1) 2.
CAUTION! 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. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Index Add New DVB Services ...................... 63 Album Edit .................................................... 48 Play .................................................... 34 Audio DVB Multi Audio .................................. 59 Language ........................................... 58 Recording ..................................... 19, 59 Settings................................... 58, 59, 65 Auto Renewal Recording ................... 29 Change Thumbnail ........................
