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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.

Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No. DMR-EX99VEB

DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.

Notice for DVB functions

This DVD Recorder is for viewing and recording free to view channels only, not Pay TV or encrypted channels

unless connected to an external source capable of receiving Pay TV or encrypted channels.

This unit does not have an analogue broadcast tuner.

About descriptions in these operating instructions

≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as “> ±±”.

Region number supported by this unit

Region numbers are allocated to DVD Recorders and DVD-Video according

to where they are sold.

≥The region number of this unit is “2”.

≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “2” or “ALL”.

Example:

S VIDEO

IN 2

VIDEO

/MONO

AUDIO

2 ALL

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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

VQT2J45

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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 1 ページ２０１０年１月７日　木曜日　午後１時４１分

Summary of content (108 pages)

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木曜日午後１時４１分 Operating Instructions DVD Recorder Model No. DMR-EX99VEB IN 2 S VIDEO VIDEO L /MONO AUDIO R 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. DVB and the DVB logos are trademarks of the DVB Project.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 2 ページ２０１０年１月７日 Getting started 木曜日午後１時４１分 Features Convenient Functions! Linked operations with the TV Easy access to various functions You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using VIERA Link or Q Link. ≥ Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”/Q Link) (> 48) You can access the main function quickly and easily from FUNCTION MENU. ≥ FUNCTION MENU Display (> 47) Select a function and an item.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 3 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of December 2009. These may be subject to change.) ∏ 1 Remote control (N2QAYB000469) ∏ 1 AC mains lead (K2CT2YY00003) ≥For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 4 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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.
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木曜日午後１時４１分 Advanced HDD and Disc Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Selecting Titles to Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quick View (Play k 1.3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Direct Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 6 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care/Disc and Card Care HDD 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 7 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Remote Control Information/Unit Care Remote Control Information About batteries ≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. Using the remote control 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 ≥Use alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥Do not mix old and new batteries. ≥Do not use different types at the same time.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 8 ページ２０１０年１月７日午後１時４１分 Location of Parts/Controls Remote Control 1 Turn the unit on or off ......................................................... (> 13) 2 Select drive [HDD, DVD, SD or VHS] ............... (> 20, 21, 22, 44) 3 Select channels and title numbers etc./ Enter numbers..................................................................... (> 13) 4 To delete unwanted recorded titles, timer programmes, still pictures or music/Reset the tape counter....
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 9 ページ２０１０年１月６日水曜日午前１１時２７分            STEP 1 The Unit’s Display   5 Digital broadcast indicator 1 Timer recording indicator .......................... (> 23) On: When a timer recording programme is registered and a record able disc or video cassette is inserted. Flashes: When the unit cannot record a timer recording programme (e.g., there is no disc or video cassette, etc.). Lights when the unit is receiving digital broadcast.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 10 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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. 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 (> 48). – You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television.
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木曜日午後１時４１分 Adding a Digital Satellite Receiver: Connecting to a Television and a Digital Satellite Receiver Digital satellite antenna To the aerial Digital satellite receiver HDMI OUT DISH INPUT RF IN AV/VCR RF OUT STEP 2 DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 11 ページ２０１０年１月７日 1 AV/TV This unit 4 HDMI AV OUT AV2 (EXT) 2 RF IN AV1(TV) 6 RF OUT TV 3 5 HDMI IN AV HDMI IN AV The RF coaxial cable cannot be used for showing pictures from the unit. The unit must be connected using another method, e.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 12 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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. Connecting to a TV with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Cable (not included) 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 13 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Preparation: ≥ Turn on the mains for the television (and connected equipment) and select the appropriate AV input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥ These are the first settings you make upon buying the unit. You don’t need to make these settings again. 1  TV   VOL DRIVE SELECT TV’s remote control to turn the unit on. 27 27 DVB Auto Setup starts. The unit will search for the digital terrestrial channels. This takes about 5 minutes.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 14 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Setting the Channels and Clock 4 The Owner ID settings screen appears. 1 and press the numbered buttons to enter your choice of a 4digit PIN number. 5 6 OK Owner ID PIN number Name House No. With the unit stopped 2 3, 4 to select “Others”, then 3 3, 4 to select “Setup”, then 4 5 3, 4 to select “Others”, then 1 6 3, 4 to select Automatic “Off”, Postcode RETURN : leave to store the PIN number.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 15 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 HDD and Disc Handling Data that can be recorded and played Rewritable Play on other players§1 Hard disk drive (HDD) Video Still picture Music ≤ – ≤ ≤ [HDD] DVD-RAM Video Still picture ≤ ≤ ≤ ≤ CPRM (> 104) compatible discs only.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 16 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 HDD and Disc Handling Play-only Discs Disc type Logo DVD-Video DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) Standard symbol [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Uses 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 (> 76) the disc, you can record onto it in DVD-Video format.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 17 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 USB Memory and Card Handling USB memories you can use on this unit Compatible USB memories Format Standard symbol 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. ≥USB memories of up to 128 GB can be used. ≥USB memories that support bulk only transfer. CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 18 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 DivX files, Music files and Still Pictures (JPEG) Notes DivX File information Playable media File format [HDD] [RAM] [SD] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] §1 DivX ≥Files must have the extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”. Number of folders Maximum number of folders recognizable: 300 folders (including the root folder) Number of files Maximum number of files recognizable§2: 200 files Support version Certified to the DivX Home Theater Profile V3.0.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 19 ページ２０１０年１月７日午後１時４１分 Watching Television Refer to “GUIDE Plus+ system” (> 35) for detail information. This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record digital terrestrial channels. Preparation: ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. Important: This unit does not have an analogue broadcast tuner.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 20 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Playback Preparation: ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.  Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs DRIVE SELECT Refer to “Advanced HDD and Disc Playback” (> 38 to 39) for detailed information on playback of discs. 2 e.g. DRIVE SELECT to select the HDD or DVD drive.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 21 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Playing a Video Cassette Refer to “Advanced Video Cassette Playback” (> 40 to 41) for detailed information on playback of video cassette. [VHS] 1 2  DRIVE SELECT to turn the unit on. to select the VHS drive. Notes ≥Tapes are automatically rewound once they reach the end (except during Timer recording, fast forwarding, etc.). ≥You may have to adjust the tracking for tapes recorded on other VCRs (> 41).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 22 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Recording Television Programmes Refer to “Notes for Recording” (> 26) and “Advanced Recording” (> 27– 29) for detail information on recording. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] [VHS] 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 (> 76). ≥ [VHS] Ensure accidental erasure tab is intact.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 23 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Timer Recording What is FREEVIEW+TM? FREEVIEW+ is the function that enables timer recordings to be controlled by the signal sent from the broadcaster. “Guide Link”, “Series recording” (> 36), and “Split Programme” are available.  “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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 24 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 One Touch Copy (VHS J HDD or DVD) Refer to “Copying Titles or Playlists (Video)” (> 62 to 69) for detail information on copying. Programmes are automatically copied onto the HDD or disc from the location of playback at the time when the copying of the tape starts. VHS [VHS] > [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] Preparation: ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 25 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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 (> 76). ≥ If deleting titles from a disc, insert the disc containing the programme to be deleted. Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered.  DRIVE SELECT 2 to select the HDD or DVD drive.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 26 ページ２０１０年１月７日 Advanc ed Featur es 木曜日午後１時４１分 Notes for Recording Broadcast in multi-channel sound: 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. You can select audio language when received audio in multichannel broadcast (“Multi Audio” appears at the bottom of digital channel information display). However, audio cannot be switched after recording.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 27 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Advanced Recording Recording Modes and Durations (HDD, DVD) Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. (The times provided on this table are an estimate.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 28 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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. – The recording time and the unit’s display changes as follows: Only format the disc if you intend to use it for recording.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 29 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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 mode)” (> 27). Preparation: ≥ Select the channel or the external input to record. ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD or DVD drive.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 30 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Recording from a Digital Satellite Receiver [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] [VHS] Manual Recording Preparation: ≥ [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection (> 76). ≥ [VHS] Ensure accidental erasure tab is intact. ≥ Connect a digital satellite receiver to this unit’s AV2 input terminals (> 11). ≥ Set the “AV2 Input” to match the connected equipment in the Setup menu (> 82).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 31 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Recording from an External Device [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] [VHS] ≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting. ≥Refer to “Adding a VCR: Connecting to a Television and a Video Cassette Recorder” when connecting to the AV2 input terminals on the rear panel. (> 86) IN 2 S VIDEO VIDEO Perform steps 1 - 3 (> left).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 32 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Advanced Timer Recording Manual timer recordings 4 [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] [VHS] – The timer icon is displayed in the left column. 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 (> 76). ≥ [VHS] Ensure accidental erasure tab is intact.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 33 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 If the “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen appears 2a If you set a timer recording that will overlap with other timer recordings using the GUIDE Plus+ system, the “Overlapped Timer Recording” screen appears to help you eliminate the overlapping. Follow the on-screen instructions. 2b then 2c PROG/CHECK  to modify the programme. OK When a programme with is selected OK then 3, 4 to select the programme.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 34 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Advanced Timer Recording Relief Recording Making timer recordings on the television [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 35 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 36 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 GUIDE Plus+ system Series recording [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] You can record all the episodes of a series by setting just one timer recording using the GUIDE Plus+ system. 1 GUIDE This function lets you display a GUIDE Plus+ list sorted by programme type (e.g. Movie, Sport) or category (e.g. Free Channels, Radio). 1 – The GUIDE Plus+ list appears.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 37 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Searching for the programme from the GUIDE Plus+ list Preparation: Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. By entering words, you can search for programmes from the GUIDE Plus+ list using the programme information. 1 During play or while stopped DIRECT NAVIGAT OR 1 Searching by entering words DIRECT NAVIGATOR HDD 10/10 Chantal Show GUIDE Previous OK RETURN – The GUIDE Plus+ list appears.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 38 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Advanced HDD and Disc Playback Selecting Titles to Play [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] You can easily select and play recorded programmes by using DIRECT NAVIGATOR.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 39 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Search Frame-by-Frame Viewing During playback or – There are 5 search speeds. Each press increases the search speed. ([+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] up to 3 speeds) – Press [1] (PLAY) to restart normal playback. Tips Depending on the disc, search may not be possible. 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 40 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Advanced Video Cassette Playback Fast-forward/Rewind While stopped to fast-forward the tape. to rewind the tape. Slow-motion Play During playback PAUSE PAUSE LIVE TV Press and hold for about 2 seconds. – Press [1] (PLAY) to restart normal playback. Notes Slow-motion Play is automatically cancelled after 10 minutes. Cue/Review You can quickly review a portion of the video just played or cue to later portions of the tape.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 41 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Adjusting the Playback Picture On-screen Display Indicators Manual Tracking STATUS The unit usually makes tracking adjustments automatically, but you may need to do it manually if noise appears on a tape recorded on other equipment. to display on-screen indicators. VHS LR SP During playback CH or CH Press and hold until the picture noise disappears. 0:00.22 To return to auto tracking: CH (simultaneously).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 42 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Playing DivX, Music files and Still Pictures (JPEG) Showing the menu screen Playing DivX video contents [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [SD] 1 Insert the disc or card. 2 If the menu screen appears, press [3, 4] to select the item and press [OK]. e.g.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 43 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Regarding DivX VOD content [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. To generate the registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in the device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com with this code to complete the registration process and learn more about DivX VOD. Display the unit’s registration code.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 44 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Playing DivX, Music files and Still Pictures (JPEG) Playing still pictures [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] [SD] ≥ For more information on still picture files that can be played on this unit (> 18) ≥ Inserting, removing the SD card (> 89) 1 Show Album View screen. [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] [SD] (> 42, Showing the menu screen) [HDD] [RAM] While stopped 1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the drive. 2 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 45 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Slideshow Settings Rotate Pictures While the Album View (Playlist (Picture)) screen is displayed (> 44) 1 1 While playing a picture 2 3, 4 to select “Rotate RIGHT” or “Rotate LEFT”, then OK OPTION OPTION 3, 4 to select “Slideshow Settings”, then OK 2 Rotate RIGHT Rotate LEFT OK RETURN Tips 3, 4 to select “Picture Settings” or “Background Music Settings”, then 3 OK 4 3, 4 to select the item, then 2, 1 to select the setting (> below).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 46 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Playing music Tips To play music CD Preparation: Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive. 1 To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN ]. To exit the screen Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Notes Insert a music CD. ≥You cannot play music tracks on HDD while recording or copying.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 47 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Convenient Functions FUNCTION MENU Display By using the FUNCTION MENU you may access the main functions quickly and easily. ≥ If “FUNCTION MENU Display” is set to “On” in the Setup menu, FUNCTION MENU automatically appears when you turn the power on.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 48 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”/Q Link) You can enjoy linked operations with the TV and receiver by using “VIERA Link” or Q Link. (When the TV is on) Easy playback [VIERA]Link] [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”.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 49 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Easy control only with VIERA remote control If you connect this unit to the TV that supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later with an HDMI cable, you can enjoy using more convenient functions. You can operate this unit using buttons on the TV remote control. The buttons that you can use for this unit vary depending on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 50 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Information Messages Listening to the Audio Description Digital Channel Information You can display the information about programmes (programme name, broadcast time, etc.). With the unit stopped STATUS to show the screen information. When the digital channel information is being displayed – Press [STATUS ] again and detailed information will be displayed (only when “info ” is displayed).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 51 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Entering Text You can give names to recorded titles, etc. Signal Quality No Signal: No Service: The digital broadcast signal is not being received. No broadcasts are currently available. Notes Also, you can search for desired programmes on GUIDE Plus+ list by entering key words or the programme name. (> 37, Free Word Search, Find Titles) 1 When viewing the “Enter Name” screen etc.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 52 ページ２０１０年１月７日 Advanc ed Editing 木曜日午後１時４１分 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 53 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Set up Protection/Cancel Protection Change Thumbnail [HDD] [RAM] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Use to prevent accidental erasure of titles. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Changes the thumbnail picture shown in the Title View screen. Perform steps 1 – 4 of “Accessing the Title View” (> 52). 5 Press [3, 4] to select “Edit”, then press [OK]. 6 Press [3, 4] to select “Set up Protection” or “Cancel Protection”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 54 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Chapters—Creating, Editing [HDD] [RAM] When creating chapters in your favourite scenes, you can easily reach the head of scene using [:, 9] (SKIP) or play on Chapter View. Tips ≥ Chapter Each section between the division points becomes a chapter. Title Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ≥ [HDD] [RAM]: You can change the order of chapters and create a Playlist (Video) (> 55).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 55 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists (Video) [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (play only) You can create Playlists (Video) by grouping your favourite scenes (chapters) from the recorded titles and edit the created Playlists (Video). Tips [HDD] [RAM] A Playlist (Video) is a compilation of your favourite chapters as shown in the chart below.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 56 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists (Video) Chapter Operations Edit [HDD] [RAM] You can create and copy Playlists (Video), and change the thumbnail. Perform steps 1 – 4c of “Accessing the Playlist (Video) View” (> 55). 5 Press [3, 4] to select “Edit”, then press [OK]. 6 Press [3, 4] to select desired operation from the menu displayed location, then press [OK] (> below).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 57 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Still Pictures and Music—Editing Accessing the Album (still picture)/Picture View [HDD] [RAM] [-R] (JPEG) [SD] You can edit pictures and albums. Preparation: ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. ≥ [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, card > 76, Setting Protection) 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [RAM] When “PICTURE” is not selected, press the “Green” button to select “PICTURE”.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 58 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Still Pictures and Music—Editing Enter Album Name [HDD] [RAM] [SD] Perform steps 1 – 3 of “Accessing the Album (still picture)/ Picture View” (> 57). ≥ When editing an album, press [3, 4] to select “Edit Album”, then press [OK] after step 3. 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Enter Album Name”, then press [OK]. – You can give a name for the album (> 51, Entering Text). Notes ≥ Album names entered using this unit may not be displayed on other equipment.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 59 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Accessing the Album and Track View [HDD] Preparation: ≥ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD drive. 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. – When “MUSIC” is not selected, press the “Yellow” button to select “MUSIC”. Editing an album 2 Press [3, 4] to select the album, then press [OPTION]. Editing a track 2 1. Press [3, 4] to select the album, then press [OK]. 2. Press [3, 4] to select the track, then press [OPTION].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 60 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Creating, Editing and Playing Playlists (Picture) [HDD] You can create Playlists (Picture) by grouping your favourite still pictures in albums stored on HDD and edit the Playlists (Picture). Tips A Playlist (Picture) is a compilation of your favourite still pictures as shown in the chart below. 4d To edit a still picture 1 Select the Playlist (Picture) which contains still pictures to edit, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 61 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Editing Playlists (Picture) Start Slideshow Perform steps 1 – 4c of “Accessing the Playlist (Picture) View”. (> 60) 5 Press [3, 4] to select “Start Slideshow”, then press [OK]. (> 44, Start Slideshow, Steps 1-2) Notes ≥You cannot select multiple Playlists (Picture) or all Playlists (Picture). Slideshow Settings Perform steps 1 – 4c of “Accessing the Playlist (Picture) View”. (> 60) 5 Press [3, 4] to select “Slideshow Settings”, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 62 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Copying Titles or Playlists (Video) With this unit, you can select a copy method from the three types listed below. (About copying still pictures > 71) Copy Copy One One Touch Touch Copy Copy Advanced nced Copy Advanced nced Co Co Copy Easy copying from HDD to DVD with no difficult settings (> 65). You can copy directly from VHS to HDD or DVD (> 24). Make a copy list and then copy.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 63 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Important §1 §2 §3 §4 §5 §6 §7 §8 §9 To high speed copy titles (or Playlists (Video) created from those titles), set “Recording Format” to “Video format” before recording to the HDD (The default setting is “Video format”. > 80). However in the following cases, copying to DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL and +RW using the high speed mode does not work.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 64 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Copying Titles or Playlists (Video) Copy restrictions Regarding copying to DVD-R DL (Dual Layer, single-sided) and +R DL (Double Layer, single-sided) When not copying in high speed mode, titles are temporarily copied at normal speed to the HDD and then copied at high speed to DVD-R DL and +R DL. The titles that were temporarily copied to the HDD are then deleted. You cannot copy to DVD-R DL and +R DL in the following cases.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 65 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Copy [Video (HDD to DVD)] Preparation: ≥ Insert a disc that you can use for copying (> 15, 89). ≥ Confirm that there is enough remaining disc space. DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL are automatically finalised (> 104). After finalising, the discs become play-only and you can also play them on other DVD equipment. However, you can no longer record or edit.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 66 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Copying Titles or Playlists (Video) 4 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title or Playlists (Video), 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 67 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Cancel all registered copying setting and lists After performing steps 1–3 (> 66) 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Cancel All”, then press [OK]. 5 Press [2, 1] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. ≥ The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 68 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Copying Titles or Playlists (Video) Copying a finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R and +R DL [DVD-V] > [HDD] [VHS] You can copy the content of finalised DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, and +R DL to the HDD or VHS and re-edit the content copied to the HDD. While playing a disc, the content being played is copied to the HDD or VHS according to the set time.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 69 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Tips Copy Video ( MPEG2 ) from a video equipment To stop copying Press and hold [RETURN ] for 3 seconds. (You cannot stop while finalising.) To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN ]. Notes ≥ To play DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R on other players, it is necessary to finalise them after copy. ≥ It is not possible to copy to DVD-R that already contains JPEG files.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 70 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Copying Still Pictures/Playlist (Picture) [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [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. ≥ When you copy a Playlist (Picture), it will become an album in the destination drive.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 71 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Tips Cancel all registered copying setting and lists After performing steps 1–3 (> 70) 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Cancel All”, then press [OK]. 5 Press [2] to select “Yes”, then press [OK]. ≥The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations. – When a title, Playlists (Picture), still picture, etc.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 72 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Copying music to HDD You can store the following 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. MP3/WMA You can copy MP3 or WMA files from the USB memory or CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R/DVD-R DL.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 73 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Tips To stop copying Press and hold [RETURN ] for 3 seconds. To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN ]. Notes ≥ The sequence in which the MP3/WMA files are registered on the copy list may not be the same at the copy destination. ≥ If MP3/WMA files are already contained inside the copy destination folder, the new MP3/WMA files are recorded following the existing MP3/WMA files.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 74 ページ２０１０年１月７日 Setting Menus 木曜日午後１時４１分 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-audio broadcast, you can change the audio settings. Menu options will differ based on disc type and contents. 1 Press [DISPLAY].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 75 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Play Menu [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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 76 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 HDD, DVD and Card Management You can manage discs or cards through formatting, finalising and other operations. Deleting All Titles You can delete all titles on HDD or the single-sided DVD-RAM at once. Accessing the Management Menus Preparation: ≥ [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, card > below, “Setting Protection”). ≥ Insert a disc or card. With the unit stopped 1 Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the HDD, DVD or SD drive. 2 Press [FUNCTION MENU].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 77 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Selecting the background style—Top Menu [-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 creating Top Menu ([+RW]). Perform preparation steps 1–4 of “Accessing the Management Menus” (> 76). 5 Press [3, 4] to select “Top Menu”, then press [OK]. 6 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the background, then press [OK].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 78 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Channel Settings Setup Menu You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu. With the unit stopped 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Others” and press [OK].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 79 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 DVB Auto Setup by Signal Quality DVB Auto Setup by Region Signal Condition You can check the quality and strength of digital broadcast signals. You can restart auto channel setting for digital terrestrial channels if the setup (> 13) fails for some reason. If you want to set the channel list best suited to your region, select “DVB Auto Setup by Region”. Follow the on-screen instructions to select the region you live in.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 80 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Playback/Recording and Picture Settings ON MENU NCT FU > Others > Settings for Recording Setup ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. Recording time in EP mode (> 78, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode. [EP ( 6 hours )] You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 81 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Sound and Display Settings ON MENU NCT FU > Others > Audio Mode for XP Recording Choose the audio type when recording or copying with XP mode. [Dolby Digital] (> 104) [LPCM] (> 104) ≥The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than that of normal XP mode recordings. ≥The audio recording becomes Dolby Digital even if you selected LPCM when using a recording mode other than XP.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 82 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Connection Settings HDMI Settings§1 ON MENU NCT FU > Others > Setup ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. HDMI Video Format§2 You can only select items compatible with the connected equipment. If you are concerned about output picture quality, it may be improved by changing the setting. – To enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p, you need to connect the unit directly to 1080p compatible HDTV.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 83 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 System Settings VHS Settings Others > Setup > ON MENU NCT FU ON MENU NCT FU > Others > Setup (> 78, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text. (> 78, Accessing the Setup Menu) All factory default settings are indicated with “Underlined” text.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 84 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 System Settings System Update Standby Settings ≥Press [OK] to show the following settings. Power Save in Standby [On] It will go into the Power Save in Standby mode when the unit is in standby mode. [On Timer] “Power Save in Standby” is set to activate during the set time period.(> below) [Off] It is possible to start quickly from the standby mode. (Quick Start mode) 1 Press [3, 4] to select “On Timer” and press [OK].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 85 ページ２０１０年１月７日 Other Setting s 木曜日午後１時４１分 Other Settings Child Lock The Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operating the unit. 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 86 ページ２０１０年１月７日 Refere nce 木曜日午後１時４１分 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 (> 48). – 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” or “RGB 2” (> 82). Make “AV2 Input” settings in the Setup menu (> 82).
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 87 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Connecting to a Television with Audio/ Video Cable (not included) ≥ You can connect this unit to a TV using the audio/video (AV) cable, instead of the HDMI cable or 21-pin Scart cable (> 10, 11, 86). ≥ Using a Scart or HDMI cable gives a higher quality picture than this connection. ≥ Connect to terminals of the same colour.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 88 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Additional Connections Connecting with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Terminal When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video signal is transmitted, enabling you to enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cable. When connecting to an HDMIcompatible HDTV (High Definition Television), the output can be switched to 1080p, 1080i or 720p HD video.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 89 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Media Handling Inserting Discs Inserting/Removing the SD Card 1 Press [< OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. – Insert a disc. Insert label-up. When the SD card slot 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 90 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Frequently Asked Questions Set up How can I enjoy High Quality Video up-converted to 1080p? ¾ Connect the unit to 1080p compatible HDTV using an HDMI cable. Set “HDMI Video Format” in the Setup menu to “1080p”. (> 12, 82) What equipment is necessary to play multi-channel surround sound? ¾ You cannot playback multi-channel sound on this unit without other equipment.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 91 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 GUIDE Plus+ USB Is it possible to programme a recording, with a start and end time that are different from the GUIDE Plus+ system? What can or cannot be done using the USB port on this unit? ¾ You can manually change the start and end time of programmes in the Timer Recording menu. But if timings are altered by more than 10 minutes, “Guide Link” will not be able to function.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 92 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Messages On the Unit’s Display H∑∑, F∑∑ (“∑” stands for a service number.) ≥ An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, reset the unit (> 94, To restore the unit if it freezes). ≥ If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and contact a qualified service person.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 93 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 On the Unit’s Display (Continued) U88 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. Wait until the message disappears. ≥ If it remains displayed, consult the dealer where the unit was purchased.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 94 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Troubleshooting Guide When Other Panasonic Products Respond to this Remote Control To Reset This Unit 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 1 Press [FUNCTION MENU]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Others”, then press [OK]. 3 Press [3, 4] to select “Setup”, then press [OK]. 4 Press [3, 4] to select “Others”, then press [1].
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 95 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 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/video cassette rotating sound. ≥ Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions. ≥ Image disturbance during search.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 96 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Troubleshooting Guide General Issues: Operation Cannot operate the TV with unit’s remote control. ¾ Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. (> 85) ¾ It may be necessary to set the code on the remote control again after changing the batteries. (> 94) Cannot operate the DVD. ¾ Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive when operating DVDs or CDs. (> 20) Cannot operate the VHS.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 97 ページ２０１０年１月７日 General Issues: 木曜日午後１時４１分 DVB-T Digital broadcasts cannot be received. ¾ Check the connections. (> 10, 11, 86) ¾ Digital broadcast may not have started in your region yet. ¾ The aerial may not be pointing in the direction of the TV station, or the direction of the aerial may have changed due to strong winds or vibration. If problem persists consult your local TV aerial installer. ¾ Perform “DVB Auto Setup by Signal Quality” in the Setup menu.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 98 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Troubleshooting Guide General Issues: USB The contents of the USB memory cannot be read. ¾ Remove the USB memory from the USB port and then insert again. If this does not solve the problem, turn off and turn on the unit again. ¾ Check that the USB memory is inserted correctly. (> 89) ¾ The format of the USB memory or of its contents is not compatible with the unit. (The contents on the USB memory may be damaged.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 99 ページ２０１０年１月７日 Playback Issues: 木曜日午後１時４１分 Sound No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. ¾ Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. (> 10, 11, 12, 81, 82, 87) ¾ Check if TV is muted. ¾ Check if amplifier is muted. ¾ Sound is not output while fast-forwarding during chasing playback and simultaneous record and playback.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 100 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues: Operation Play fails to start even when [1] (PLAY) is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. ¾ Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. (> 89) ¾ The disc is dirty, scratched or marked. (> 6) ¾ You tried to play a blank disc or a disc that is unplayable on the unit. (> 15, 16, 18) ¾ You tried to play a +RW that needs to be finalised on the equipment used for recording.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 101 ページ Playback Issues: ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Music ID3 tag of a MP3 file or WMA tag of a WMA file is not completely displayed. Recording/Timer Recording Issues: Recording/Copying/ External input ¾ Only the track name ([HDD] [USB]) and artist name ([HDD]) can be displayed with this unit. Cannot record. Cannot copy. Playback Issues: ¾ You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit can record onto.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 102 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Troubleshooting Guide Recording/Timer Recording/Copying/ Recording Issues: External input (Continued) Timer recording does not stop even when [∫] is pressed. ¾ When using the linked timer recording with external equipment, press [EXT LINK]. (“EXT-L” on the unit’s display disappears.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 103 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Recording Issues: Music Editing Issues: Tracks could not be copied to the HDD. Cannot edit or format a card. ¾ If there are copyright protected tracks such as SCMS restrictions, they will not be copied. ¾ Recording from CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed. ¾ Bonus tracks may not be copied. ¾ Release the card’s protection setting.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 104 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Glossary Bitstream 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. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with CPRMcompatible recorders and discs.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 105 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Protection You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or erasure protection. RGB This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G), and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses them. By dividing the video signal into the three colours for transmission, noise is reduced for even higher quality images.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 106 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Specifications Power supply: AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz Power consumption: Standby mode: VHS Approx. 40 W (“Power Save in Standby” is activated and “RF OUT ( Aerial Signal )” is set to “Off”.) Approx. 0.5 W (“Power Save in Standby” is not activated) Approx. 16 W Recordable discs: DVD-RAM: 2X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 2–3X SPEED (Ver. 2.1) 2–5X SPEED (Ver. 2.2) DVD-R (SL): 1X SPEED (Ver. 2.0), 1–4X SPEED (Ver. 2.0) 1–8X SPEED (Ver. 2.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45-Body2.fm 107 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後７時１０分 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.
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DMR-EX99VEB_VQT2J45.book 108 ページ２０１０年１月７日木曜日午後１時４１分 Index A Adjust the audio quality (Sound menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Adjust the picture quality (Picture menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Album (Music) Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 46 Album (Still picture) Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .