Panasonic Self Help Guides 2008 DVD Recorders Please read this self help guide in conjunction with the 2006-2007 DVD Recorders self help guide. This guide contains information regarding the new features found on 2008 models of DVD recorder. DOC: UKJ/CCC/SH/DVD2008 V1.
Contents 2008 DVD Recorders – New Features…………………. Pause Live TV….....……………………………….............. Series Link ( with Auto folder)…………………………... Music Jukebox (with Gracenote)……………………..… HDD Camcorder Link – Via USB………………..…....… USB Playback & Record.………………………………… Deep Colour………..…………………………………….… Copying a CD to Music Jukebox (HDD) …….……….. Using Music Jukebox …………………………..……….. HDD Camcorder Link (Via USB)……………..………....
2008 DVD New Features NEW NEW Pause Live TV NEW NEW Series Link (with Auto-Folder) NEW NEW Music Jukebox NEW NEW HDD Camcorder Link via USB NEW NEW USB Playback & Record NEW NEW Deep Colour Page 1
2008 Viera Link Compatibility Pause Live TV Pause Live TV 2008 Viera Link - we have added a new function called “Pause Live TV” on DVD Recorders with Hard Disk Drives and 2008 Viera TVs. From the Viera Link menu, select “Pause Live TV”. Both products must be 2008 models for Pause Live TV to work.
Series Link (with Auto Folder) When setting a timer recording through the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) if the programme is part of a series, you will be prompted to choose to record just the single programme or continue recording the entire series. When you select to record the entire series, every future episode of the programme will then be automatically recorded. Where series recording is selected a folder is automatically created for the series within the Navigator menu.
Music Jukebox (with Gracenote™ CD Database) When you insert a CD the DVD Recorder will prompt you to either Play the CD or copy it to the Hard Disk (HDD models only). Up to 300 albums can be copied. The album and tracks are identified from the built in Gracenote database. The database can be updated using a USB memory stick and a PC connected to the internet.
HDD Camcorder Link Via USB This function is similar in principle to the DV Auto Recording facility that has existed on our DVD recorders for several years. HDD Camcorders use USB connectors for downloading to a PC. The same USB connector can be used to download the video footage directly to the DVD recorder’s hard disk. The DVD recorder detects the camera connected and automatically selects the correct menu to allow downloading.
USB Playback & Record Insert a USB memory stick into the front USB port. The DVD recorder detects the USB port is in use and a pop-up menu appears allowing you to select to copy or play JPEG files, Copy or play MP3 files, or to play DIVX files from the memory stick. Any time you want this menu to appear, simply insert the USB memory stick.
Deep Colour (HDMI 1.3) By increasing number of colour gradations, the colours in the picture will appear richer, much smoother and true to life.
Music Jukebox DMREX78, DMREX88 and DMREX98V Models In 2008 Panasonic introduced the new Music Jukebox feature to the top 3 Hard Disk DVD Recorders. Music Jukebox stores up to 300 CD albums and MP3 files onto the hard disk drive. The albums or individual tracks can be selected for playback. Select Press The CD menu automatically appears Insert a CD Copy Music Copy You will see OK The Gracenote screen appears briefly. OK The copy process begins.
Using Music Jukebox DMREX78, DMREX88 and DMREX98V Models Music Jukebox stores up to 300 CD albums and MP3 files onto the hard disk drive. The albums/ tracks can be selected for playback. Select Press You will see Navigator Press the yellow button to select Music Select Music Play CD on HDD OK Select the Album OK Select the Track OK Playback begins from the selected track of the selected album and continues.
HDD Camcorder Link (Via USB) (SDRH40, SDRH60, SDRH280 Models) The above HDD Camcorders use USB connectors for downloading to a PC. The same USB connector can be used to download the video footage directly to the DVD recorder’s hard disk. The DVD recorder detects the camera connected and automatically selects the correct menu to allow downloading. Preparation: Connect the USB cable to the camcorder and ensure that the camcorder is connected to the AC adaptor. Set the camcorder to Playback Mode.
Power Save mode (The Clock will not be displayed in standby When On) Power Save reduces the power consumption of the DVD recorder down to approximately 2 watts from approximately 15 watts when in standby mode. The quick start feature, the clock display and the tuner and Scart through loop are all disabled to save power.
Power Save mode Continued Select Press You will see Press OK Select Power Save ON or Off Press “Exit” to finish and return to TV programme Page 12
Disc Compatibility Chart for Panasonic DVD Recorders Page 13
DMR-E20 / E30 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E50 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E60 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E55 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E65 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E75 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E85 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E95 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E100 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-E500 Up to 4 x Speed X X X X X Yes DMR-ES10 Up to 8 x Speed X Yes Yes X X
DMR-ES15 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EZ25 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EZ45 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EX75 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EX85 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EX95 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EZ27 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EZ47 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DMR-EX77 Up to 16 x Speed Yes Yes Yes Yes
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2008 DVD Recorder Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy When using the Music Jukebox function, switching off the TV also switches off the DVD Recorder and amplifier. If the TV, DVD Recorder and Home Cinema system or Surround amplifier are connected via HDMI cables, the audio signal passes through the Television. Switching off the TV will cut off the audio signal and send the auto power off command to the other units via the HDMI cables.
