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DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-EX97C

DMR-EX97S

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until

2015/06/26

DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 1 ページ２０１５年５月２７日　水曜日　午後５時３分

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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 1 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Operating Instructions DVD Recorder Model No. DMR-EX97C DMR-EX97S Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Software (Firmware) Update To support the latest features, it’s very important you install the latest updates to maintain proper operation of your unit. For details, refer to “Software (Firmware) Update” (> 76) or http://panasonic.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 2 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION Unit • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, - Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. - Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. - Use only the recommended accessories. - Do not remove covers. - Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. - Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 3 ページ２０１５年５月２７日 Batteries • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire. - Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same time. - Do not heat or expose to flame. - Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 4 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Table of contents Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Getting started HDD and media information . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 CI (Common Interface) module . . . . . . . . 14 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Settings . .
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 6 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Getting started HDD and media information For more details, refer also to the specifications.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 7 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started (–: Impossible) Media type Audio CD (CD-DA) Standard symbol Recordable contents Playable contents • Music – [CD] CD (including CD-R/RW) USB memory §1 §2 §3 §4 – [USB] – • • • • • • • • • Xvid • AAC MKV • MP3 JPEG MPO (3D photo) AVCHD/AVCHD 3D§2, 3 MP4 • AAC MPEG2 • MP3 Xvid • JPEG MKV • MPO (3D photo) It cannot be recorded directly.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 8 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started HDD and media information Information about contents ∫ Broadcast Recordings Numbers of titles that can be recorded: Media HDD DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW +R, +RW Maximum titles 1000 99 49 ∫ Photo files Compatible pixels: Between 34k34 and 8192k8192 pixels Sub sampling: 4:2:2, 4:2:0 (Motion JPEG is not supported.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 9 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Recording mode Recording Mode Feature DR HG/HX/HE/HL/HM Programmes can be Recording can be done recorded in a nearly with reduced recording perfect broadcasted state. volume in High definition (HD) quality§2. XP/SP/LP/EP/FR§1 Recording can be done with reduced recording volume in Standard definition (SD) quality.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 10 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started HDD and media information Notes for the disc • Region management information The unit can play back DVD-Video discs of the following regions codes, including “ALL”: • Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed. Media handling e.g., • Do not touch the recorded surface of the discs. • Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 11 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Unit care HDD/USB HDD handling care When moving the unit • The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and is easily susceptible to damage. Therefore, be careful of the following points while the unit is turned on, especially during operation, otherwise the HDD and the recorded content may be damaged: - Do not subject the unit to any vibration and shock. - Do not remove the AC mains lead from the household mains socket.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 12 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Control reference guide Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. Remote control   TV    VOL DRIVE INPUT SELECT AV CH  PAGE 2abc 3def 1  4ghi 5jkl 6mno CH  7pqrs 8 tuv 9wxyz 0  RADIO/ TV SLOW/SEARCH LAST VIEW  SKIP STOP   STATUS REWIND LIVE TV PAUSE PLAY/x1.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 13 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Main unit  Display Display   1 HDD DVD   Pull to flip down the front panel. 1 Remote control signal sensor • Angle: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and right • Distance: Within approx. 7 m in front of the unit 2 Open/close disc tray 3 Standby/on switch (Í/I) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 14 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started CI (Common Interface) module An appropriate CI module is required to view or record the encrypted broadcast. You need a CI module, CAM (Conditional Access Module) together with a certified Smart Card, and a subscription with the corresponding broadcaster. • If not viewing/recording an encrypted broadcast, you do not need to insert the CI module. CI module Insert the CI module into the CI slot of this unit.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 15 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started About CI Plus compatible broadcast “CI Plus” is a technical specification that imposes contents protection, etc. CI Plus contents protection When the CI Plus compatible broadcast is recorded, the title may be contents protected. There are following types of the contents protection depending on the broadcast: • Copying not restricted Depending on the programme, you can copy/move only to USB HDD or DVD-RAM (CPRM compatible discs only).
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 16 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Connection 3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to 3D compatible terminal of a 3D compatible TV. • Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. • Use the High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 24p signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 17 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started [EX97S] Basic connections The following two connection methods are available. Choose a method suited to your environment. A Using a single cable router. B Connecting a satellite cable directly. Satellite dish Satellite dish Single cable router This unit’s rear panel AC mains lead (supplied) • Connect only after all other connections are complete.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 18 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Connection Amplifier/receiver connections ∫ Amplifier/receiver not compatible with 3D 3D programmes can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D compatible TV. • This connection only supports up to 5.1ch. TV Amplifier/ receiver HDMI cable Amplifier/ receiver HDMI cable TV HDMI cable HDMI cable • You will not be able to view 3D programmes images with this connection if your amplifier/receiver is not 3D compatible.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 19 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Settings TV operation buttons The TV can be operated from the TV operation buttons of the remote control. • Perform the setting if you cannot operate the TV with the TV operation buttons. While pressing [TV Í], enter the code with the number buttons. Manufacturer and Code No.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 20 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started Settings [EX97C] Easy Setting 2 [DVB-C] Select “Start Auto Setup”, then press [OK]. • Frequency Auto The preset frequency will be automatically used. Manual Enter the frequency specified by your cable provider with number buttons. The tuner in this unit is compatible with digital Cable broadcast services and digital terrestrial broadcast services.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 21 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started [EX97S] Easy Setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 Select “Start Auto Setup”, then press [OK]. Turn on the TV, then select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. Auto Setup starts. These operations (Searching Satellite and Searching Channels) may take some time. Press [Í] on the remote control or [Í/I] on this unit. • The Easy Setting will start at the initial power on.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 22 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Getting started FUNCTION MENU screen You can easily access the desired functions, such as playback, timer recording, the unit’s settings etc. via the FUNCTION MENU. 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 23 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts Press [CH W X] to select the channel. • You can also select the channel by the following operations. - Using number buttons - Using Channel List (> 25) - Using TV Guide system (> 25) - Using channel information (> right) Using channel information While watching a programme Press [STATUS ]. Channel information appears.  e.g.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 24 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts To show subtitle Aspect When “ (> 23) You can switch the screen mode. Refer to “Switching the aspect ratio of the screen”. (> 79) ” appears in channel information Press [STTL ]. • Press again to hide subtitle. To change subtitle language 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Subtitle Language” in “Digital TV Menu”, then press [OK]. 3 Select the desired language. • Press [EXIT ] to exit the screen.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 25 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Watching broadcasts Using Channel List Using TV Guide system You can select from the list of channel names. 1 Press [OK]. All DVB Channels 1 e.g. Landscape view TV Guide Sorting 123... Landscape TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 Category: All DVB Channels 8:00 - 9:45 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TUE 06.01 Select 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 OK Page up View RETURN 123/ABC RETURN Category Encrypted channel GUIDE Portrait/Landscape Timer Rec.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 26 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Watching broadcasts Watching broadcasts REWIND LIVE TV/PAUSE LIVE TV This unit temporarily saves a live TV programme you are watching with this unit’s tuner on HDD. REWIND LIVE TV You can rewind live TV programme to the point where temporary save has started (up to 1.5 hours). PAUSE LIVE TV You can pause live TV programme and restart watching from the paused position. 1 While watching TV REWIND LIVE TV: Press [SLOW/SEARCH 6] to rewind.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 27 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Recording Recording Recording TV programmes • About CI Plus restriction (> 15) 1 2 Select the channel to record. Press [REC MODE] and select the conversion mode, then press [OK]. • This unit will record the programmes in DR mode once, and then automatically convert to the selected recording mode while this unit is in standby.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 28 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Recording Recording TV programmes Operation during Recording To check the recording programme Press [STATUS ]. e.g., HDD REC/OTR AUTO Recording programme displayed on the TV To pause recording After displaying the recording programme, press [PAUSE ;]. • Press again to restart recording. (A title is not split into separate titles.) • Timer recording programme cannot be paused.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 29 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Recording Timer recording To use TV Guide system Refer to “Using TV Guide system”. (> 25) • You can enter up to 32 programmes within a month in advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) • About CI Plus restriction (> 15) Preparation If you want to change the recording mode: Press [REC MODE] and select the recording mode, then press [OK]. 1 2 Press [GUIDE]. TV Guide screen appears.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 30 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Recording Timer recording To search the programmes 1 On the TV Guide screen: Press the blue button. 2 Select the item, then press [OK]. Keyword Search Displays programmes including the input keyword. • Refer to “Entering text”. (> 79) Prog.Type Search Displays programmes of the selected type. • Select the programme type, then press [OK]. Category Selection Displays programmes in the selected category.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 31 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Recording Manually programming timer recording 1 Timer recording options Select the items and change the items. Press [PROG/CHECK]. e.g., Timer Recording Timer Recording HDD 30:30 DR HDD 30:24 DR TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 Signal Supported : OFF TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 Channel Name Schedule New Timer Programme Mode Channel Day/Date 1 WED 07.01 Space Start 8:00 Stop 9:00 Mode DR Conv.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 32 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Recording Timer recording Timer recording from channel information Notes on timer recording You can make timer recording of the current or next programme. 1 While watching a programme Press [STATUS ]. e.g., 1 10:30 NEWS 9:00 - 11:00 Now All DVB Channels Set timer Change category Dolby D 2 3 4 32 Display the channel information of a programme to record. • Switch the programme with [2, 1]. • Switch the channel with [3, 4].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 33 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Recording To confirm and edit a timer programme 1 Screen icons Press [PROG/CHECK]. F Red: Timer recording standby is activated. Grey: Timer recording standby is deactivated. [ Currently recording programme e.g., Timer Recording HDD 30:30 DR Channel Name TUE 06.01.2015 8:05 Schedule Guide Guide Mode MON 13.01 11:00 - 11:45 MON 13.01 10:00 - 11:50 MON 13.01 11:30 - 1:00 TUE 07.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 34 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Video Menu screen § § 1 2 “For recorded titles (> 9)” only e.g.,  Press [FUNCTION MENU]. Video Menu HDD All Select “Contents on HDD”, then press [OK].   Grouped Titles Time Remaining 45:54 (DR) Not Viewed Channel Movie Date Sport Social/Economic AVCHD Title Name Titles e.g., Start Time 9:00 Prog.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 35 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video Title is recorded using a different encoding system from that of the unit. Change the “TV System” (> 73). Screen icons Currently recording programme [ Protected title t §1 §1 §1 §1 Title was not recorded due to recording protection Title cannot be played (When data is damaged etc.) Title is copy protected (One generation copy is permitted) Title requires a CAM with a playback licence to play back.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 36 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video Playing titles on the HDD Tab Editing the grouped titles You can quickly find the recorded titles by selecting the tab. To select the tab Press [2, 1]. To change the displayed programme type tab 1 Select the programme type, then press the green button. 2 Select the item, then press [OK]. 1 Select the title or the group, then press the yellow button. • A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 37 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video Playing titles on the media Video list screen § e.g., § “For data files (> 9)” only Videos 1 2 USB Insert the media. Parent Folder • AVCHD: If the menu screen is not displayed Press [PLAY/a1.3 1]. Folder 02 \ Video \ Folder 01 video01.mpeg 00.00.0000 00:00 video02.mpeg 00.00.0000 00:00 00.00.0000 00:00 video03.mpeg 00.00.0000 00:00 video04.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 38 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video Operation during play Quick View Press and hold [PLAY/a1.3 1]. • Press again to return to normal speed. • Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [STOP ∫] when you have finished playback to protect the unit’s motor, your TV screen, etc. General operations • Xvid, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Quick View is not effective. • Quick View is not effective when playing back the DVD-RW disc.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 39 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video Frame-by-frame To display menu While paused, press [2] (2;) or [1] (;1). • Each press shows the next frame. • Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward. • Press [PLAY/a1.3 1] to restart play. [DVD-V] • Xvid, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Frame-by-frame is not effective. • AVCHD ([DVD-R]): Forward direction [1] (;1) only. Press [SKIP :] or [SKIP 9]. 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Playback Menu”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 40 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video Operation during play Changing audio Press [AUDIO]. • It will switch depending on the contents recorded every time it is pressed. Switching subtitles [HDD] [USB_HDD] (For recorded titles, > 9) 1 Press [STTL ]. 2 Press [OK]. 3 Select “On” or “Off”, then press [OK]. • If you want to switch the subtitle language, select it in the Basic Operation menu (> 64).
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 41 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Playing back video 3D settings during playback Change this setting when the screen is not correctly displayed for 3D compatible programmes. 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Playback Settings” in “Playback Menu”, then press [OK]. 3 Select “3D Settings”, then press [OK]. 4 Select the item, then press [OK]. Signal Format - Original: Keep original picture format. - Side by side: 3D picture format comprising of left and right screens.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 42 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Editing video Editing video Deleting/Editing titles Once deleted, divided or partially deleted, content cannot be restored to its original state. Make certain before proceeding. § • If the disc is protected, release the protection. (> 77, Disc Protection) [EX97C] • PIN is required to edit the titles with in some functions. (> 35) Press [OPTION]. Select the item, then press [OK]. e.g.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 43 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Editing video Setting protection Dividing title [HDD] [USB_HDD] [RAM] [+R] [+RW] Protection setting prevents the title from accidental deletion. [HDD] [USB_HDD] [RAM] 1 Select “Set up Protection” or “Cancel Protection” in “Edit”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. appears when setting the protection. Partial deleting [HDD] [USB_HDD] [RAM] 1 Select “Partial Delete” in “Edit”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 44 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Editing video Deleting/Editing titles File Conversion [HDD] [USB_HDD] File Conversion is a function to convert the recording mode of the title in DR mode and AVCHD contents. The size of the converted title will be small regularly. It will take about the same time as the recorded duration. 1 Select “File Conversion” in “Edit”, then press [OK]. e.g., File Conversion 3 Select the item, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 45 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Editing video To confirm whether the conversion is completed Press [VIDEO MENU]. To combine chapters (Delete chapter mark): 1 Select the chapter, then press [OPTION]. 2 Select “Combine Chapters”, then press [OK]. 3 Select “Combine”, then press [OK]. The selected chapter is combined to the next chapter. e.g., Channel Date Title Name 04.10 04.10 29.10 29.10 Start Time 9:00 Rec time Prog.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 46 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video Copying video Copying titles §1, 2, 3 §1 §2 §3 “For recorded titles (> 9)” only The title in the source media will be deleted. The recording mode cannot be changed. 1 Insert or connect the media. 2 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 3 4 Select “Recorded Programmes” or “Video ( AVCHD )” in “Contents on HDD”, then press [OK]. Select the title. • Multiple selection Select the title, then press the yellow button. A check mark is displayed.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 47 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video To change the selection Setting the copying options 1 Select “No”, then press [OK] in step 6 (> 46). 1 Select the item in step 7 (> 46). e.g., e.g., [HDD] > [DVD-RW] The order of copying Automatic Standby after Copy Off Remaining space Copy HDD Grouped Titles DVD-RW Remain 90% All Not Viewed Channel Movie Date Social/Economic Drama Standby status can be changed if required. Please press OK to start copying.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 48 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video Copying titles Copying from media other than HDD with Video Menu [RAM] [+RW] > [HDD] 1 2 3 4 Insert a disc. The menu screen appears. (> 37) Select “Play Video”, then press [OK]. Select the title. • Multiple selection (> 46) Press the blue button. Copying titles with copying list [HDD] ,.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 49 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video 4 Register titles for copy. 1 Select “Create List”, then press [1] (right). 2 Select “New item”, then press [OK]. 3 Select the title, then press the yellow button. Repeat this step to select titles. 5 e.g., Copy Cancel All Direction 1 Copy HDD Disc e.g., [HDD] Create List Grouped Titles HDD Date Time 9:00 Rec time 0:30 (DR) Size 1360 MB 01.01 01.01 02.01 03.01 03.01 04.01 05.01 05.01 06.01 06.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 50 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video Copying titles Editing the copying list Screen icons 1 Select the title after step 4-4 (> 49). Titles that cannot be copied in high speed mode Copy Cancel All Direction 1 CopyHDD Disc 2 Copy Mode 3 Create List Destination Capacity: Size: No. Size 2:00 1:00 ( 50% ) Titles that cannot be copied Title 01 0:30 DR (25%) 02 0:30 DR (25%) SP Title contains photos • Photos cannot be copied.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 51 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video Notes for copying Notes for normal speed copy Notes for high speed copy High Speed Copying is the process of copying a title to disc in high speed while maintaining the original record mode and recording length. • Converting the recording mode will result in a normal speed copy. • The following recording mode and media combinations support high speed copying.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 52 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video Copying titles Copying a finalised disc [DVD-V] > [HDD] While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD according to the set time. 1 2 3 4 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 1 Set “Copy Mode”. 1 Select “Copy Mode”, then press [1] (right). 2 Press [OK], then select the recording mode (XP/SP/LP/EP). 3 Press [2]. Set “Copy Time”. 1 Select “Copy Time”, then press [1] (right). 2 Select “Time Setting”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 53 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Copying video Copying HD Video (AVCHD) to the DVD-R in High Definition You can copy HD Video (AVCHD) recorded on HDD to a DVD-R in High Definition quality. [HDD] > [DVD-R] 1 2 3 Copying video files [USB] 1 Insert an unformatted DVD-R or DVD-R DL. The menu screen appears. (> 37) > [HDD] On the video list screen: Select the file or folder. e.g., Videos Select “Copy Video ( AVCHD ) to Disc”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 54 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Photo and Music Photo and Music Playing photos §1 §2 Photo Menu screen e.g., [HDD] §1 “For data files (> 9)” only (JPEG, MPO) §2 [RAM] [DVD-R] [+R] only Tab Photo Menu HDD All 1 [HDD] 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Select “Photo” in “Contents on HDD”, then press [OK]. 3D 03.01.2012 8 29.10.2012 12 25.02.2013 18 15.03.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 55 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Photo and Music Photo play option 1 2 While displaying a photo: Press [OPTION]. Slideshow settings 1 Select the item, then press [OK]. On the Photo Menu screen: Press the green button. Slideshow Start Slideshow Graphic Display Level You can change the 3D position of the screen display, etc., during the 3D photo playback.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 56 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Photo and Music Editing photos § § 1 [RAM] only On the Photo Menu screen: To edit the folder: Select the folder. To edit the photo: 1 Select the folder, then press [OK]. 2 Select the photo to edit. • To select multiple folders or photos Press the yellow button when selecting the folder or photo. A check mark is displayed. Repeat this step. • Press the yellow button again to cancel. 2 Press [OPTION].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 57 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Photo and Music Copying photos §1 §1 §2 §2 Copying automatically “For data files (> 9)” only (JPEG, MPO) [RAM] [DVD-R] [+R] only [USB_HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] [USB] > [HDD] Newly added photos will automatically be copied to the HDD. • The name of the copied photos will be changed. 1 Selecting and copying the photos [HDD] > [RAM] [RAM] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] > [HDD] [USB_HDD] [USB] > [HDD] [RAM] 1 Select “Copy New Photos”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 58 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Photo and Music Playing music §2 §1 §1 §2 Screen icons Folder “For data files (> 9)” only [DVD-R] [+R] only Music Playing music CD (CD-DA) Move to the parent folder [CD] (CD-DA) Insert the disc. Playback will automatically start. Playing music file on the HDD [HDD] e.g., Music Menu CD Track List 3.43 0.02 Track 1 Track Name No. Play Time 01 02 03 04 05 3 [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] [USB] Select “Play / Copy Music”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 59 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Photo and Music Copying/Deleting music §1 §1 §2 §2 Deleting [HDD] “For data files (> 9)” only [DVD-R] [+R] only 1 Copying [USB_HDD] [DVD-R] [+R] [CD] [USB] > [HDD] 1 On the music list screen: Select the file or folder. 2 3 On the music list screen: Select the file or folder. • Multiple selection (> left) Press [DELETE]. Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. e.g., USB Music • All files in the folder will be deleted.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 60 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 With Other Equipment With Other Equipment Copying the HD Video (AVCHD) To stop copying Press and hold [RETURN ] for 3 seconds. § video camera, etc. § “For data files (> 9)” only e.g., Connecting to the Panasonic video camera USB connection cable (optional) 1 Connect the video camera or insert the media. • Make the video camera ready for data transfer. The menu screen appears. (> 37) 2 3 Select “Copy Video ( AVCHD )”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 61 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 With Other Equipment Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) § § “For recorded titles (> 9)” only If you intend to move recorded titles to a USB HDD, the USB HDD must be registered to this unit first. Limitation information • A USB HDD with a capacity of less than 160 GB cannot be used. • Registering of a USB HDD will format the USB HDD and all the content already recorded will be deleted. • Up to eight USB HDDs can be registered on this unit.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 62 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 With Other Equipment Registering the external HDD (USB HDD) Disconnecting the USB HDD Disconnecting without following this procedure may result in the loss of recorded content from the USB HDD or the internal HDD. 1 2 3 4 5 Press [SETUP]. Select “Settings for USB HDD” in “HDD / Disc / USB HDD”, then press [OK]. Select “USB HDD Disconnection”, then press [OK]. Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. Disconnect the USB HDD from this unit.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 63 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Convenient functions VIERA Link functions What is VIERA Link? VIERA Link is a convenient function which will link the operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or an amplifier/receiver. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 64 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Playback menu A variety of playback operations and settings can be performed from this menu. Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit. 1 2 Press [OPTION]. Select “Playback Settings” in “Playback Menu” or select “Playback Settings”, then press [OK]. e.g.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 65 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Picture Settings Sharpness Adjustment Adjusts the sharpness of images. The greater the value is, the sharper images will be. Sound Settings Sound Effects • This function is effective when “Digital Audio Output” is set to “PCM”. (> 72) Noise Reduction Reduces unnecessary noise in videos. The greater the value is, the less noise will appear.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 66 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Basic Settings You can change the unit’s settings of DVB Tuning, Sound, Display, Connection etc. in the menu. 1 Press [SETUP]. Basic Settings DVB Tuning HDD / Disc / USB HDD Picture Sound Display Connection Others OK RETURN 2 3 Select the menu, then press [OK]. Select the item, then make the setting. • Follow the instructions on the screen if further operations are necessary.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 67 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Auto Setup [DVB-C] Settings for DVB-C Channels You can restart the Auto Setup. (> 20) 1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. • If the country selection screen appears: Select the country, then press [OK]. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions and make the following settings. [DVB-C] 1 Select “Digital Cable (DVB-C) Channels”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Preset Channel Number” or “Operator’s Channel Number ( LCN )”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 68 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Update Channel List Child Lock You can update the channel list to the latest one. You can restrict the viewing/playback/recording of channels unsuitable to children. • PIN is required to change. (> 23) [DVB-C] • This function is not available during an Operator profile update. (> 24) Signal Condition You can check the quality and strength of signals. Press [CH W X] to select the channel.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 69 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions [EX97S] DVB Tuning Favourites Edit (> 66) Channel List (> 67) Auto Setup You can restart the Auto Setup. (> 21) 1 Select the Auto Setup method, then press [OK]. • Search by selected satellite Transponders for the already found satellite are searched for channels. • Search all satellites All satellites and transponders are searched for channels. Update Channel List You can update the channel list to the latest one.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 70 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Antenna System You can receive several satellites if you have DiSEqC control antenna system or single cable router. 1 Select “Antenna System”. 2 Press [2, 1] to select antenna system. • One LNB Compatible with Single LNB. • MiniDiSEqC Up to 2 LNBs can be controlled. • DiSEqC1.0 Up to 4 LNBs can be controlled. • Single Cable Compatible with single cable router.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 71 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions PIN Entry for Decrypt Recording Delete all music If your CAM requires a PIN for timer recording, it can be entered here in advance. Delete all Music on the built-in HDD. Aspect for Recording Formatting deletes all contents on the built-in HDD, and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before proceeding. Sets the aspect ratio when recording or copying except in DR mode.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 72 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Picture Still Mode Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. • Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is coarser.) • Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen clearly when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is clearer and finer.) Sound Select the audio signal to output.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 73 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Connection 3D Settings 3D Type If 3D video cannot be played back in 3D, you may be able to play it in 3D by changing the setting. • Change the settings for 3D on the TV also when “Side by side” is selected. 3D AVCHD Output If 2D AVCHD video is recognised as 3D video and cannot be played back correctly, you may be able to play it by changing the setting. 3D Playback Message Set to display or hide the 3D viewing warning screen.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 74 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Basic Settings Others Standby Settings Quick Start • On: It is possible to start quickly from standby mode. • Off: Power consumption in standby mode is minimised. (> 87) However, startup time from standby mode will be longer. • Timer Setting for Quick Start: “Quick Start” is activated when the set time comes.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 75 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Clock System Update If the time is not set correctly, use the settings listed in the method below. • Automatic This unit usually obtains time and date information from digital broadcasts. • Time Zone When the time is not correct, set “Time Zone”. (GMT ` 6 to r 6) • Manual Setting 1 Select “Off” of “Automatic”, then press [OK]. 2 Select the item you want to change. 3 Change the setting.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 76 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Software (Firmware) Update You cannot operate the unit until the update is complete. Don’t remove the AC mains lead during the update. Removing the AC mains lead while the update is in progress may damage the unit. Update software (firmware) of this unit Software of this unit can be updated automatically by the following methods at the specified time.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 77 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Other operations Media management Delete all titles [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] [RAM] 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 1 Select “Yes”, then press [OK]. 2 Select “Start”, then press [OK]. Select “Media”, then press [OK]. 3 Select the media, then press [OK]. 4 Select the item, then press [OK]. • Selectable items will change depending on the selected item and inserted media.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 78 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Other operations Top Menu [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You can select the background for DVD-Video Top Menu. Select the background, then press [OK]. Auto-Play Select [DVD-R] [DVD-RW] [+R] [+RW] You can select whether to show the Top Menu after finalising or creating Top Menu. Select “Top Menu” or “Title 1”, then press [OK]. Top Menu: The Top Menu appears first. Title 1: The disc content is played without displaying the Top Menu.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 79 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Convenient functions Entering text Preparation • Show the “Enter Title Name” screen, etc. 1 Select a character, then press [OK]. Repeat this step to enter other characters. e.g., Name field: shows the text you have entered Shift 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0  Delete q w e r t y u i o p  Finish a s d f g h j k l .
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 80 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If the problem still persists, consult your dealer for instructions. Updating to the latest software (firmware) may solve the problem. (> 76) The followings do not indicate a problem with this unit: • Regular disc rotating sounds or HDD rotating sounds. • Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 81 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Troubleshooting Displays “0:00” is flashing on the front panel display. • Set the clock. (> 75) The clock does not display on the unit when switched to standby. • The clock does not display when “Front Panel Display” is set to “Automatic”. (> 72) TV screen and video Screen size is wrong. • Check the “TV Aspect” or “Aspect for 4:3 Video”. (> 73) • Adjust the aspect ratio setting on TV. • Adjust the aspect ratio setting on this unit.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 82 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Sound No sound. Distorted sound. • Check the connections. (> 16, 17) • Check the settings of the connected TV, etc. • Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. (> 23, 40) Cannot change audio channel. • You cannot change the audio channel if “Digital Audio Output” is set to “Bitstream” (> 72) Recording, timer recording and copying Cannot record. Cannot copy. • Some broadcasts are copyright protected.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 83 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Troubleshooting Play Cannot play back. • The disc is dirty. (> 10) • The disc is scratched or marked. • The disc may not be able to play back if it was not finalised or a Top Menu was not created on the equipment used for recording. • Refer to “Screen icons”. (> 35) Audio and video momentarily pause. • DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two writable layers on one side. Video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 84 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Broadcast Picture regularly breaks up on some channels. • Adjust the reception with “Manual Tuning”. (> 67, 69) The channel which was once selectable cannot be selected. • Reveal the channel on the channel list. (> 67, 69) Digital broadcasts cannot be received. • To receive an encrypted broadcast, a CI module valid for the broadcast is required.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 85 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Troubleshooting Messages on the front panel display The following messages or service numbers appear on the front panel display when something unusual is detected. CAM-UP CAM is being updated. (> 76) CONV Selected titles in the USB HDD are being converted. Do not disconnect the USB HDD from this unit. DVD  (“∑” stands for a number.) The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote control.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 86 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide UPD / U99 (“∑” stands for a number.) The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby mode. Now press [Í/I] on the main unit again to turn the unit on. The software (firmware) is being updated. You cannot operate the unit until the update is complete. (> 76) U59 X HOLD The unit is hot. The unit switches to standby for safety reasons.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 87 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Reference Reference Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. ∫ General Dimensions: 430 mm (W) 59 mm (H) (including the projecting parts) 210 mm (D) Mass: Approx. 2.2 kg Power supply: AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz Power consumption: [EX97C] Approx. 21 W [EX97S] Approx. 30 W “Quick Start” is not activated and “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to “Off” [EX97C] Approx. 0.2 W “Quick Start” is not activated [EX97S] Approx. 0.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 88 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Reference Specifications Recording modes and approximate recording times Depending on the content being recorded, the recording time may become shorter than indicated.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 89 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Reference Licenses “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project. DiSEqCTM is a trademark of EUTELSAT. The “CI Plus” Logo is a trademark of CI Plus LLP. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 90 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Reference Index F A Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73, 79 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 40, 88 Auto Setup [EX97C] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 67 Auto Setup [EX97S] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 69 AVCHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 37, 53, 60 B Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 91 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Reference S X Setting Auto Setup [EX97C] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 67 Auto Setup [EX97S] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 69 Easy setting [EX97C] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Easy setting [EX97S] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Software (Firmware) Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Xvid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMR-EX97EG_eng.book 92 ページ２０１５年５月２７日水曜日午後５時３分 Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste.