P8 – 14 Operating Instructions Quick Start Guide DVD Recorder Model No. DMR-EX88EB DMR-EX78EB The illustrations in these Operating Instructions show images of DMR-EX78. 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. Note: “EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
Features Enjoy Digital Broadcast! Receives digital terrestrial broadcast using an integrated DVB tuner Watching Television (¼ 19) Register and instantly call up favourite programmes with Edit Profiles (¼ 70) Digital Channel Information (¼ 46) Convenient Functions! Linked operations with the TV You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using VIERA Link or Q Link.
Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of March 2008. 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.
Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
Playing DivX, MP3 and Still Pictures (JPEG) ..................... 38 Playing DivX video contents ................................................... 38 Playing MP3 ............................................................................ 39 Playing still pictures ................................................................ 40 Playing music ..................................................................... 42 Convenient Functions .........................................................
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/Unit Care Remote Control Information About batteries Using the remote control Insert so the poles ( and ) match those in the remote control. 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. Remote control signal sensor R6/LR6, AA Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not use different types at the same time. Do not heat or expose to flame.
Location of Parts/Controls Remote Control Turn the unit on or off .............................................. ( 13) Select drive [HDD, DVD or SD ([EX88])] ....... ( 20, 21, 40) Select channels and title numbers etc./ Enter numbers......................................................... ( 13) To delete unwanted recorded titles, still pictures or music .................................................................
5 4 3 REC 6 [EX88] 7 PLAY 8 Quick Start Guide 2 1 STEP 1 The Unit’s Display : 9 Digital broadcast indicator Lights when the unit is receiving digital broadcast or GUIDE Plus+ data. Copying indicator Linked timer recordings with external equipment indicator ........................................................ ( 28) Recording/Playback indicator Timer recording indicator..............................
Basic Connection Use of the RF coaxial cable 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. Be sure to read the Caution for AC Mains Lead on page 3.
Before connection, turn off the mains for all connected equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. Be sure to read the Caution for AC Mains Lead on page 3. Adding a Satellite Receiver: Connecting to a Television and a Satellite Receiver To household mains socket The RF coaxial cable cannot be used for showing pictures from the unit. The unit must be connected using another method, e.g. 21-pin Scart cable to show pictures from the unit on the television set.
Basic Connection You can enjoy high-quality picture by adding the HDMI cable connection to the 21-pin Scart cable connection between this unit and your TV on page 10, 11. Connecting to a TV with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Cable 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.
VOL CH A AV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT DVB Auto-Setup Please wait! Ch 21 Prog. Channel Service Name 23 BBC ONE 1 23 2 BBC ¦ P GE PA to turn the unit on. DVB Auto-Setup starts. The unit will search for the digital terrestrial channels. This takes about 5 minutes.
Setting the Channels and Clock to select “Yes”, then OK The cursor moves to “Name”. to enter the name. , to select “To Others”, then OK , to select “Setup”, then OK , to select a letter, then to move to next character. Repeat this to enter the name. OK , to select “Others”, then . to store the name. , to select “Clock”, then and and then repeat steps , to enter and store “House No.” and “Postcode”.
HDD and Disc Handling STEP 3 Usable Discs for Recording and Playback Disc type Data that can be recorded and played Rewritable Play on other players1 Recording 16:9 aspect picture2 Copy-once recording (CPRM) ( 24) Hard disk drive (HDD) Video Still picture Music — Video Still picture CPRM ( 96) compatible discs only.
HDD and Disc Handling Play-only Discs Disc type Standard symbol Discs that Cannot be Played Uses DVD-Video [DVD-V] DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) [-RW‹VR›] DVD-R [-R] DVD-R DL [-R[DL] Audio CD [CD] High quality movie and music discs 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. By formatting ( 68) the disc, you can record onto it in DVD-Video format.
USB Memory and Card Handling USB memories you can use on this unit Compatible USB memories USB memories which are defined as USB mass storage class, and digital cameras that use PTP protocol: – USB memories that support USB 1.0/1.1 and USB 2.0 Full Speed/High Speed. [EX78] USB memories for USB 2.0 High Speed work as USB 2.0 Full Speed. USB memories of up to 128 GB can be used. USB memories that support bulk only transfer. CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
DivX files, MP3s and Still Pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. DivX File information Playable media [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] File format DivX Files must have the extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”.
Watching Television Refer to “GUIDE Plus+ system” ( 34) 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 digital terrestrial 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” ( 36–37) for detail information. Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. Playing Discs [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] [CD] DRIVE SELECT STOP If you selected the DVD drive PROG/CHECK MANUAL SKIP P USE PA PLAY/x1.3 EXIT OK OPTION CTION MENU F UN DIRECT NAVIGATO R GUIDE 81) and press [ OPEN/CLOSE] again to close PLAY/x1.
Recording Television Programmes 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 ( 68). DVD to turn the unit on. DRIVE SELECT to select the HDD or DVD drive. If you selected the DVD drive OPEN/CLOSE TV ¦ ¦ to open the tray (Button located on front of the unit). A AV PAGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 INPUT DELETE 0 SELECT SKIP to select desired channel.
Timer Recording What is Freeview Playback? Freeview Playback is the functions that enable timer recordings be controlled by the signal sent from the broadcaster. “Guide Link”, “Series recording” ( 31), and “Split Programme” are available. DVD TV ¦ “Guide Link” — If you set a timer recording from the TV Guide, the recording’s start and stop times can be controlled by the broadcaster, e.g. delayed start. This is indicated by “Guide Link” in the Timer Recording screen in step ( below).
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 ( 68). Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] and insert a disc. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. DVD Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. ¦ DRIVE SELECT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DELETE INPUT 0 SELECT [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] to select the HDD or DVD drive.
Important Notes for Recording Selecting audio for recording About the aspect when recording a programme When you want to copy titles in high speed mode from the HDD to DVD-R, etc. Broadcast in multi-channel sound: Hello You can select audio language when received audio in multi-channel broadcast (“Multi-Audio” appears at the bottom of digital channel information display). However, audio cannot be switched after 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.
Advanced Recording 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] The following screen may appear when inserting a new disc or a disc that has been recorded on another equipment.
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)” ( 25). 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 This unit cannot record NTSC signals to discs that already have PAL signal recordings. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.) Preparation: ]RAM\ If the disc is protected, release protection ( 68). Connect a satellite receiver to this unit’s input terminals ( 11). When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC, change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the Setup menu ( 75).
Recording from an External Device [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] OPEN / CLOSE Start play on the external device. REC This unit REC VIDEO L/MONO - AUDIO- R AV3 IN Yellow White Red 4-pin DV cable S Video cable Audio/ video cable Other video equipment Connect to Audio/Video output terminals. You can get a sharper, clearer picture by connecting with an S Video cable instead of the yellow video cable.
Recording from an External Device , to select “Rec to HDD” or “Rec to DVD” , then OK REC MODE to select the recording mode ( 25). to select “Rec”, then Advanced Timer Recording Manual timer recordings 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 ( 68). Insert a disc with enough remaining blank space. Confirm that the clock on the unit’s display is set to the correct time.
OK OK − You cannot change Name, Date and Start/Stop. − This unit automatically records the programmes that are identified to be of the same series by the GUIDE Plus+ data. − Titles recorded using series recording are bundled and displayed as a “group” in the Direct Navigator screen ( 36) except when using Auto Renewal Recording. – The timer icon is displayed in left column. No. Name & 01 BBC 1 15 – “” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer recording standby has been activated.
Advanced Timer Recording Check, Change, Delete Programmes, or Resolve Overlapping 2a 2b , then , to select the programme Timer Recording Remain No. Name Date HDD 30:24 SP Start 2c DVD 1:58 SP OK to modify the programme. , ,,to make changes, then When a programme with OK is selected OK FRI 10/10/08 12:54:00 HDD Drive Stop DVD Mode STTL space New Timer Programme to delete. – You cannot delete programmes that are currently recording.
Making timer recordings on the television 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.) ( 36).
GUIDE Plus+ system What is the GUIDE Plus+ system? The GUIDE Plus+ system gives you an overview of digital television and radio programmes up to 7 days in advance. 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.
Selecting the programme from the desired programme type or category This function lets you display a GUIDE Plus+ list sorted by programme type (e.g. Movies, Sport) or category (e.g. Free Services, Radio). 1a 1b to display the list of programme type. (Yellow) to display the list of categories. (Blue) All Types All Services All Types Movie News & Fact...
Advanced Playback 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›] DIRECT NAVIGATOR All Titles VIDEO HDD 007 PICTURE MUSIC Grouped Titles screen Two or more titles recorded in the Daily/weekly or series timer recording mode are bundled and displayed as one item. (in Thumbnail Display) DIRECT NAVIGATOR HDD BBC 1 11/10 SAT --- --- 10.10.
Search Frame-by-Frame Viewing or During playback – There are 5 search speeds. Each press increases the search speed. ([+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] up to 3 speeds) – Press [ PLAY] to restart normal playback. OK Skip You can skip to the beginning (or the end) of Title/ Chapter. Skip is operated for each chapter. During playback or while paused or – Each press increases the number of skips. – DivX: Press [] to return to the beginning of the title currently playing. Quick View (Play 1.
Playing DivX, MP3 and Still Pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Playing DivX video contents [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] You can play DivX video contents recorded with a computer onto DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. Showing the menu screen [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] Insert the disc. If the disc contains different file types Show DivX Menu screen. Playback Play Mode:DivX Select file type.
Regarding DivX VOD content , to select a track, then to play. DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit. Follow the on line instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit www.divx.com/vod To exit the menu screens Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Playing Divx, MP3 and Still Pictures (JPEG) Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Playing still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [-R] [-R]DL[ [CD] [USB] You can play still pictures recorded with a computer onto a DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/CD-RW and USB memory. Notes You can use 8 MB to 2 GB SD memory cards, 4 GB to 16 GB SDHC memory cards ( 17). For inserting and removing SD cards ( 81). Still pictures cannot be played during recording or copying.
Slide Show Zoom You can display still pictures one by one with constant interval. While playing a picture OPTION From the Album View screen , , , to select an album, then PLAY/x1.3 To zoom in: FUNCTION MENU , to select “Zoom in” then OK You can also start Slide Show with the following steps. From the Album View screen Press [, , , ] to select the desired album, then press [OPTION]. Press [, ] to select “Start Slide Show”, then press [OK].
Playing music To play music CD , , to select the track, then Preparation Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive OK You can also select the track with the numbered buttons. CD e.g., “5”: [0] [5], “15”: [1] [5] Insert a music CD. MP3 e.g., The menu is automatically displayed.
Convenient Functions USB device FUNCTON MENU Windows By using the FUNCTION MENU window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. With the unit stopped C FUN Remain 30:00 SP Playback TION MENU Recording Delete Copy To Others OK RETURN “USB device” appears when a compatible USB device is connected. To pause the TV programme you are watching—Pause Live TV FUNCTION MENU HDD 38 This unit displays the menu to help you start USB operations.
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.
Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Easy control only with VIERA remote control If you connect this unit to the TV that has “HDAVI Control 2” or “HDAVI Control 3” 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.
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.
Entering Text You can give names to recorded titles, etc. No Signal: The digital broadcast signal is not being received. No Service: No broadcasts are currently available. When viewing the Enter Name screen. Enter Name _ 1 1 2 3 5 6 7 2 A B C a b c 3 D E F d e f 4 G H I g h i Delete 5 J K L j l Set 6 M N O k m n o [ ] _ 7 P 8 T Q R p q r s ( U V t u v { } ) - 9 W X 0 .
Titles—Editing [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] (You can not edit finalised discs.) [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can edit titles on the DIRECT NAVIGATOR screen: deleting unwanted parts of titles such as commercials, changing Thumbnail, dividing and deleting titles, etc. Tips Maximum numbers of titles on a disc [HDD] 499 [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] 99 Title Operations Delete [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Use to delete unneeded titles.
Change Thumbnail Set up Protection/Cancel Protection [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Changes the thumbnail picture shown in the Title View screen. [HDD] [RAM] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Use to prevent accidental erasure of titles. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” ( Perform steps − of “Accessing the Title View” ( 48). Press [,] to select “Set up Protection” or “Cancel 48). Press [,] to select “Change Thumbnail”, then press [OK]. Protection”, then press [OK].
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. 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. Tips Title/Chapter Normally, programmes are recorded as a single item consisting of one chapter.
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”. ( 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.
Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists Edit Chapter Operations [HDD] [RAM] You can create and copy playlists, and change thumbnail. Perform steps − 4c of “Accessing the Playlist View” ( Press [, ] to select “Add Chapter” then press [OK]. ( 51, Creating Playlists) Move Chapter Press [, ] to select “Move Chapter” then press [OK]. Press [, , , ] to select the position to insert the chapter then press [OK]. 51). Press [, ] to select “Edit” then press [OK].
Still Pictures and Music—Editing Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. Accessing the Album (still picture)/ Picture View Preparation: [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, cartridge, card Setting Protection) Notes 68, e.g.
Still Pictures and Music—Editing Set up Protection/Cancel Protection [HDD] [RAM] [SD] Set protection to prevent pictures from being accidentally deleted. Perform steps − of “Accessing the Album (still picture)/ Picture View” ( 53). Press [, ] to select “Set up Protection” or Copy to DVD-RAM/Copy to HDD [HDD] [RAM] Perform steps − of “Accessing the Album (still picture)/ Picture View” ( 53). Press [, ] to select “Copy to DVD-RAM” or “Copy to HDD”, then press [OK].
[HDD] Preparation: Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. – When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. Press [, ] to select “Play CD on HDD” or “Play MP3 on HDD” and press [OK]. Editing an album/group Press [, ] to select the album/group and press [OPTION]. Editing a track 1.Press [, ] to select the album/group and press [OK]. 2.Press [, ] to select the track and press [OPTION].
Copying titles or playlists Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. With this unit, you can select a copy method from the two types listed below. (About copying still pictures 62) Copy Copy Advanced Advanced Copy Copy Easy copying from HDD to DVD with no difficult settings. ( 58) 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]: Refer to the following table. “Recording Format” setting ( Copy speed 72) Only titles recorded with “Recording Format” set to “Video format”. High speed Only Titles recorded with “Recording Format” set to “VR format”. Normal speed Check the properties of a title and sort COPY Navigator Perform steps − of “Copy”.
Press [,,,] to select the title or playlist, then press []. A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all necessary items. – Press [] again to cancel. – The items will be copied in the order of the copying list. If you want to specify the order, repeat selecting one item at a time. – When you switch between the “VIDEO” and “Playlists” tab, the check mark is cancelled.
Copying titles or playlists Cancel all registered copying setting and lists After performing steps – ( 59) Press [, ] to select “Cancel All”, then press [OK]. Press [] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations. – When a title, still picture, etc. has been recorded or deleted at the copy source – When steps have been taken, for instance, to turn off the unit, open the tray, change the copy direction, etc.
Press [, ] to select “Start Copying”, then press [OK]. The display below automatically appears when you insert a card into the SD card slot while stopped. Press [, ] to select “Copy Video (MPEG2)”, then press [OK]. Then go to step on page 59. SD Card Copy Video (MPEG2) Play Pictures (JPEG) Copy Pictures (JPEG) SELECT RETURN OK Press [] to select “Yes”, then press [OK] to start copying. The disc top menu is displayed.
Copying Still Pictures Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. [HDD] [RAM] [USB] [SD] 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.
Register still pictures for copy. – If you are going to copy a registered list without making any changes to it ( step ). You can register still pictures or still picture folders. – Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same list. Delete Delete the selected items. 1. Press [, ] to select “Delete”, then press [OK]. 2. Press [] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Copy Destination Capacity: 4343MB Picture Picture/Folder Cancel All 1 Copy Direction No.
Copying music to HDD You can store the two formats of music data in this unit’s HDD. Music CD (CD-DA) When copying music CDs, this unit makes access to the internal Gracenote® Database to obtain title information. The album name, track name and artist name are assigned automatically allowing you find the track easily when playing back. To stop recording Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds. The recording is cancelled, then no tracks on the CD will be recorded.
Press [, ] to select “Create List” and press []. Press [, ] to select “Track/Folder” and press [OK]. Press [, ] to select “Folder” and press [OK]. Press [, ] to select “New item” and press [OK]. Press [, ] to select the folder and press []. A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step until you select all necessary items. Press [] again to cancel. The items will be copied in the order of the copying list. If you want to specify the order, repeat selecting one item at a time. Press [OK].
Setting On-Screen Display 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]. Menu Item Setting Press [, ] to select a menu, then press []. Press [, ] to select an item, then press [].
[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-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. Picture Menu [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] You can change the progressive output setting and the noise reduction setting when playing discs or of images from the connected device.
HDD, DVD and Card Management Instructions/notes regarding SD cards and SD drive are applicable to the DMR-EX88 model only. You can manage discs or cards through formatting, finalising and other operations. Accessing the Management Menus Preparation: [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, cartridge, card 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” ( 68). 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 ( left, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
Add New DVB Services You can search for newly added digital terrestrial channels to receive. Tips To browse through the list Press [ CH]. Setup Auto-Setup Restart You can restart auto channel setting for digital terrestrial channels if set up ( 13) 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 Settings for Recording C FUN To Others Setup TION MENU ( 70, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Disc , select “Disc” Setup , select item OK Settings for Playback Settings for Recording Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others TAB SELECT RETURN Settings for Playback Press [OK] to show the following settings. Ratings Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
Picture and 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 ( 80). 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 C FUN To Others Connection Setup TION MENU , select “Connection” Setup ( 70, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Display , select “Display” Setup Tuning Disc Picture Sound Display Connection Others , select item OK DVB Preferred Subtitles English On-Screen Messages 5 sec.
TV System AV1 Output Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to record NTSC video from another source. Set according to the terminal of the connected TV. Select “Video (with component)” or “S Video (with component)” for component output (progressive output). 1. Press [, ] to select the TV System, then press [OK]. [PAL] – Select when connecting to a PAL or Multi-system television. Programmes recorded using NTSC are played as PAL 60.
System Settings System Update C FUN To Others Setup TION MENU ( 70, Accessing the Setup menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
Other Settings Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN] at the same time 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] at the same time 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 44). – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. “AV1 Output” in the Setup menu is set to “RGB 1 (without component)” or “RGB 2 (without component)” (¼ 75). Make “AV2 Input” settings in the Setup menu (¼ 75).
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 ( 10, 11, 78). 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.
Media Handling (Disc/USB Memory/SD Card) Inserting Discs Inserting/Removing the SD Card [EX88] Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. – Insert a disc. Insert label-up. 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. Inserting foreign objects can cause a malfunction.
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”. What equipment is necessary to play multi-channel surround sound? You cannot playback multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment. You must connect this unit with an HDMI cable or an optical digital cable to an amplifier with a built-in (Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG) decoder.
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 H ,F (“ ” stands for a service number.) DVD (“ ” stands for a number.) GUIDE HARD ERR NoERAS NoREAD NoWRIT FINAL PLEASE WAIT PROG FULL REMOVE SP 35:50, LP 151h “SP”, ”LP” and the numbers are examples. SW-DL UNSUPPORT UNFORMAT F74 F75 U59 U61 U76 U80, U81, U99 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.
X HOLD There was something unusual detected with the disc while recording, playing or copying; there was a power failure or the AC mains lead was disconnected while the unit was on. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to normal operation. The unit is not broken. Wait until the message disappears. The Child Lock function is activated. Press and hold [OK] and [RETURN] at the same time until “X HOLD” disappears. On the TV Authorisation Error.
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].
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.
Troubleshooting Guide 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.
General Issues GUIDE Plus+ (Continued) The unit must be in standby mode in order to update the data. If the unit is in EXT LINK mode (“EXT-L” lights up in the unit’s display), then the data update may also not work. Make sure that the time is set correctly. Check whether “Off” is set under “TV Guide Download in Standby” and change the setting in System Update in the Setup menu. The GUIDE Plus+ data is not updated. General Issues DVB-T Digital broadcasts cannot be received.
Troubleshooting Guide General Issues VIERA Link VIERA Link doesn’t work. The control panel does not appear. General Issues USB The contents of the USB memory cannot be read. Playback Issues Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the front display when the power for the main unit is set to On. Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”. Check the “HDAVI Control” settings on the connected device.
Picture (Continued) Titles recorded with 16:9 aspect are stretched vertically. There is a lot of after-image when playing video. When playing DVD-Video using progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up. There is no apparent change in picture quality when making adjustments in the Picture menu using the on-screen display. Cannot see the beginning of the title played. The picture is distorted during play, or video will not play correctly. Playback Issues No sound.
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. You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record onto. 15 [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. 68 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) Page Part or all of a recorded title has been lost. If the power shuts down or the AC mains lead is disconnected from the household mains socket while recording or editing, the title may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable. We cannot offer any guarantee regarding lost titles or discs. You will have to format the disc ([HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [+RW]) or use a new disc.
Editing Issues HDD, DVD & SD Page The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it off or remove the disc. The information is not written if there is an interruption in the power. These operations are not possible with still pictures. You cannot set points if they are too close to each other. You cannot set an end point before a start point. − Cannot delete chapters.
Glossary Bitstream Folder 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. This is a place on the hard disk, disc or SD card ([EX88]) where groups of data are stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where still pictures (JPEG) and MPEG2 ([EX88]) are stored.
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.
Specifications Power supply: Power consumption: Standby mode: (Power Save mode) (Quick Start mode) Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: DVD-R (SL): DVD-R (DL): DVD-RW: +R (SL): +R (DL): +RW: AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz Approx. 36 W Approx. 2 W Approx. 15 W 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 2−3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) 2−5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1−4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1−8X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1−16X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) 2−4X SPEED (Ver. 3.0), 2−8X SPEED (Ver. 3.0) 1X SPEED (Ver. 1.1), 1−2X SPEED (Ver. 1.1) 2−4X SPEED (Ver. 1.
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 Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) ....67 Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) ......67 Album (CD) Edit .................................................... 55 Play .................................................... 42 Album (Still picture) Edit .................................................... 53 Play .................................................... 40 Angle .................................................... 66 Aspect ..................................................
