Panasonic DVR DMR ES20 User Manual

Operating Instructions  
DVD Recorder  
Model No.  
DMR-ES20  
Region number supported by  
this unit  
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players  
and DVD-Video according to where they are  
sold.  
The region number of this unit is “2”.  
The unit will play DVD-Video marked with  
labels containing “2” or “ALL”.  
Example:  
2
3
2
ALL  
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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.  
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Table of contents  
Getting started  
Editing  
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
STEP 1 Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
STEP 2 TV Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
STEP 3 Set up to match your television and  
Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Creating, editing and playing playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Creating playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Editing and playing playlists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Playlist operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Recording  
Transfer (Dubbing)  
Recording television programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . 14  
Recording television programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Direct TV Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Recording from digital/satellite receiver or decoder . . . . . . . . 16  
Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Using SHOWVIEW system to make timer recordings . . . . . . . . 17  
Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Making timer recordings on the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Linked timer recordings with external equipment  
Recording from a video cassette recorder. . . . . . . . . . 30  
Manual recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Convenient functions  
DISC MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Setting the protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Providing a disc with a name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Erasing all titles–Erase all titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Erasing all the contents of a disc–Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Enabling DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R to be  
played on other equipment–Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
TV System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
(digital/satellite receiver)–EXT LINK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Playing back  
Playing discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Editing operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Using menus to play MP3 and  
still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Playing MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Using on-screen menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Common procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Disc menu–Setting the disc content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Play menu–Change the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Picture menu–Change the picture quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Sound menu–Change the sound effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Other menu–Change the display position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
FUNCTIONS window and Status messages. . . . . . . . . .25  
FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Reference  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
Error messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover  
Accessories  
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.  
(Product numbers correct as of April 2005. These may be subject to change.)  
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Remote control  
(EUR7720KL0)  
1
AC mains lead  
1
RF coaxial cable  
2
Batteries  
for remote control  
1
Audio/video cable  
For use with this unit only.  
Do not use it with other equipment.  
Also do not use the cords for other  
equipment with this unit.  
The remote control  
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long  
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.  
Batteries  
R6/LR6, AA  
Note  
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control  
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (page 13).  
Use  
Remote control signal sensor  
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.  
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.  
Do not mix old and new batteries.  
Do not use different types at the same time.  
Do not heat or expose to flame.  
20  
Do not take apart or short circuit.  
20  
30  
30  
Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.  
Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.  
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Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can  
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.  
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Disc information  
Discs you can use for recording and play (12 cm/8 cm)  
Disc type  
DVD-RAM  
DVD-R (DVD-Video format)  
4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm  
4.7 GB, 12 cm  
2.8 GB, 8 cm  
1.4 GB, 8 cm  
Logo  
Indication in these instructions  
Main use  
Before finalizing  
After finalizing  
-R  
RAM  
DVD-V  
One time recording discs  
(recordable until the disc is full)  
Re-writable discs  
8 hours  
Maximum recording time  
8 hours  
(page 14, Recording modes and approximate recording times)  
(16 hours in EP ( 8Hours ) mode  
on double-sided disc 1)  
Play on other players  
Only on DVD-RAM compatible  
players. It is not necessary to  
finalize the disc. (page 40)  
Only after finalizing the disc.  
(page 32)  
What you can do on this unit ( : Can do × : Cannot do)  
Chasing playback  
×
×
×
Recording broadcasts that allow one copy  
(CPRM (page 40) compatible  
discs only.)  
Recording both M 1 and M 2 of bilingual broadcast  
Only one is recorded  
(page 35, Bilingual Audio  
Selection)  
Recording 16:9 aspect picture  
×
(The picture is recorded in 4:3  
aspect.)  
Enter programme (title) name  
Erase programme (title)  
(Available space increases  
after erasing.)  
(Available space does not  
increase after erasing.)  
Creating playlists  
×
We recommend using Panasonic discs. We recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.  
You may not be able to record to DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R discs on this unit or play them due to the condition of the recording.  
You cannot record programmes that allow “One time only recording” to CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this unit.  
You can use high speed recording compatible discs on this unit.  
1 You cannot record or play continuously on two sides.  
Play-only discs (12 cm/8 cm)  
Disc type  
Logo  
DVD-Video  
DVD-Audio  
DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording  
format)  
+RW  
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Indication in these  
instructions  
DVD-V  
DVD-A  
-RW(VR)  
DVD-V  
Instructions  
High quality movie and  
music discs  
High fidelity music discs  
Played on this unit in  
2 channels.  
DVD-RW recorded on another DVD +RW recorded on  
Recorder  
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another DVD  
Recorder  
You can play programmes that  
allow “One time only recording” if  
they have been recorded to a  
CPRM compatible disc.  
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By formatting (page 32) the  
disc, you can record to it in  
DVD-Video format and play it on  
this unit.  
It may be necessary to finalize the disc on the  
equipment used for recording.  
3 Play may be impossible on some CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RW or +RW discs due to the condition of the recording.  
4 You can play still pictures (JPEG/TIFF), CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD (conforming to IEC62107) and MP3 format data recorded on CD-R/RW.  
The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating  
instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.  
Regarding DVD-Audio  
Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing (page 40) of all or part of their contents if this is the manufacturer’s intention. When  
playing such discs, or such parts of disc, unless the number of connected speakers is the same as the disc’s channel specification, audio will not  
be output properly (e.g. part of the audio is missing, multi-channel audio cannot be selected and audio is played in two channels). Refer to the  
disc’s jacket for more information.  
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DVD Video Recording format  
This is a recording method which allows you to freely record and  
edit television broadcasts and so on.  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)  
+R  
4.7 GB, 12 cm  
Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” can be  
recorded to a CPRM compatible disc. You can record to CPRM  
compatible DVD-RAM on this unit.  
4.7 GB, 12 cm  
1.4 GB, 8 cm  
Play is only possible on a compatible DVD player.  
Use a DVD-RAM to record by the DVD Video Recording format.  
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DVD-Video format  
This recording method is the same as commercially available DVD-Video.  
Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be  
recorded.  
These can be played on a DVD player. However programmes recorded  
on this unit must be finalized to be played on other DVD players.  
Use a DVD-R or DVD-RW to record by the DVD-Video format.  
Before finalizing  
After finalizing  
-RW(V)  
Before finalizing  
After finalizing  
+R  
DVD-V  
DVD-V  
One time recording discs  
(recordable until the disc is full)  
Re-writable discs  
Discs that cannot be played  
8 hours  
8 hours  
2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm  
3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring  
DVD-R recorded by DVD Video Recording format  
Only after finalizing the disc.  
Only after finalizing the disc.  
(page 32)  
(page 32)  
DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R  
recorded on another unit and not finalized (page 40).  
DVD-Video with a region number other than “2” or “ALL”  
×
×
×
×
×
Blu-ray  
DVD-ROM, DVD-R DL, +R DL, +R (8 cm), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,  
Photo CD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, Divx Video Disc, “Chaoji VCD”  
available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do  
not conform to IEC62107, etc.  
×
Only one is recorded  
(page 35, Bilingual Audio  
Selection)  
Only one is recorded  
(page 35, Bilingual Audio  
Selection)  
Disc handling  
How to hold a disc  
×
×
Do not touch the recorded surface.  
(The picture is recorded in 4:3  
aspect.)  
(The picture is recorded in 4:3  
aspect.)  
Concerning non-cartridge  
discs  
Be careful about scratches and dirt.  
If there is dirt or  
(The available space on  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format)  
increases only when the last  
condensation on the disc  
(Available space does not  
increase after erasing.)  
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.  
recorded title is erased.)  
2
Handling precautions  
Do not attach labels or stickers to  
×
×
discs. (This may cause disc warping and un-balanced rotation,  
rendering it unusable.)  
2
Erase this to increase the available space.  
Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt  
pen. Do not use ballpoint pens or other hard writing implements.  
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static  
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.  
The last The available  
Title 1  
Title 2  
- - - -  
recorded title space  
The available space does not increase if these are erased.  
Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.  
Do not drop, stack, or impact discs. Do not place objects on them.  
Do not use the following discs:  
Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels  
(rented discs etc).  
Audio CD  
Video CD  
SVCD  
Discs that are badly warped or cracked.  
Irregularly shaped discs, such as  
heart shapes.  
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Do not place in the following areas:  
In direct sunlight.  
In very dusty or humid areas.  
CD  
VCD  
Near a heater.  
Locations susceptible to significant differences in temperature  
(condensation can occur).  
Music and audio CD-R and  
Music and video recorded  
(including CD-R/RW 4)  
CD-RW  
3
4
recorded  
(including  
CD-R/RW  
3
Where static electricity or electromagnetic waves occur.  
with music  
recorded in MP3  
4)  
To protect discs from scratches and dirt, return them to their cases  
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or cartridges when you are not using them.  
Still pictures  
(JPEG and TIFF)  
recorded on  
CD-R and  
Types of disc for the type of connected TV  
When you use the discs recorded either PAL or NTSC, refer to this table.  
CD-RW  
3
4
(
: Possible to view, ×: Impossible to view)  
TV type  
Disc  
Yes/No  
PAL  
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no  
Multi-system TV  
compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a  
problem with the unit or recordable media, and accepts no  
responsibility and offers no compensation for any  
subsequent damage caused by such loss.  
Examples of causes of such losses are  
A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD recorder  
or computer disc drive manufactured by another company.  
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NTSC  
PAL  
×
NTSC TV  
PAL TV  
6
NTSC  
PAL  
7 (PAL60)  
NTSC  
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If you select “NTSC” in “TV System” (page 38), the picture may  
be clearer.  
Select “NTSC” in “TV System” (page 38).  
If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals  
the picture will not be shown correctly.  
A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit.  
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7
A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computer disc  
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Control reference guide  
Remote control  
Turn the unit on (page 10, 11)  
VOLUME  
CH  
DIRECT TV REC  
Television operations (page 13)  
Direct TV recording (page 15)  
AV  
Channel select (page 14)  
Select channels and title numbers etc./  
Enter numbers  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
Show SHOWVIEW screen (page 17)  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
Cancel  
Skip 30 seconds forward (page 21)  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Input select (AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4 or DV)  
Basic operations for recording and play  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Show Top menu/Direct Navigator  
Show FUNCTIONS window (page 12, 25)  
(page 20, 22, 26)  
Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (page 10, 21)  
Show sub menu (page 23, 26, 29)  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Return to previous screen  
Show on-screen menu (page 24)  
Show status messages (page 25)  
Show timer recording programme screen  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
(page 18)  
Skip the specified time/Display the television image  
as a picture-in-picture (page 15, 21)  
Change recording mode (page 14)  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
Start recording (page 14)  
Linked timer recordings with external equipment  
(page 19)  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
Select Audio (page 20)  
Programme recording standby/release  
(page 17, 18)  
Create chapter (page 21)  
Manual tuning operation (page 37)  
Start Flexible Recording (page 16)  
Erase items (page 21)  
Recording function  
Main unit  
Connection for camcorder etc. (page 30)  
Connection for digital  
video (DV) camcorder  
(page 30)  
Linked timer recordings  
with external equipment  
(page 19)  
Disc tray (page 14, 20)  
Display (below)  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
EXT LINK  
CH  
Channel select (page 14)  
Open/close disc tray (page 14, 20)  
Stop (page 15, 21)  
Start play (page 20)  
part  
Standby/on switch (8) (page 10, 11)  
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.  
Opening the front panel  
Press down on the  
with your finger.  
Start recording (page 14)  
/Remote control signal sensor  
Rear panel terminals (page 7, 8)  
The unit’s display  
D. MIX (multi-channel DVD-Audio only)  
When lit: down-mixing audio is played.  
When off: the disc prevents down-mixing so only  
the two front channels can be played.  
Linked timer recordings with external  
equipment indicator  
Recording/  
Playback  
Recording  
Playback  
EXT Link  
D.MIX  
-
DVD AVCD  
XP  
SP  
LP  
EP  
Disc type  
+
RWRAM  
REC  
PLAY  
VR  
REC  
REC  
PLAY  
PLAY  
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Recording mode  
Timer recording indicator  
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STEP 1 Connection  
The equipment connections described are examples.  
Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.  
Peripheral equipment and optional cables are sold separately unless otherwise indicated.  
Connecting a television with 21-pin Scart terminal and VCR  
When there is no 21-pin Scart terminal on the television (page 8)  
indicates included accessories.  
indicates accessories not included.  
are required connections. Connect in the numbered order.  
1
4
To the aerial  
Television’s rear panel  
To household mains socket  
(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)  
Splitter  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
AV IN  
Aerial  
cable  
1
RF coaxial  
cable  
Fully wired 21-pin  
Scart cable  
AC mains lead  
Connect only after all other  
connections are complete.  
2
3
4
This unit’s  
rear panel  
AV1 terminal  
If your television is equipped with RGB input  
21-pin Scart cable  
capability, by connecting with a fully wired 21-pin  
Scart cable you can see video using RGB output on  
this unit (below).  
To output in RGB select “RGB ( without component )”  
from “AV1 Output” in the SETUP menu (page 35)  
after tuning is completed (page 10, 11).  
Use a splitter if you also  
want to connect the  
aerial to your VCR.  
AV OUT  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
VCR’s rear panel  
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.  
Q Link functions  
Q Link offers a range of convenient functions (For further details page 41). Make sure to connect a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable to the  
television if using the Q Link function.  
The following systems from other manufacturers have similar function to Q Link from Panasonic. For details, refer to your television’s operating  
instructions or consult your dealer.  
Q Link (registered trademark of Panasonic)  
DATA LOGIC (registered trademark of Metz)  
Easy Link (registered trademark of Philips)  
Megalogic (registered trademark of Grundig)  
SMARTLINK (registered trademark of Sony)  
Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder  
Video signals fed through video cassette recorders will be affected by copyright  
protection systems and the picture will not be shown correctly on the television.  
Television  
Television  
When connecting to a television with a built in VCR, connect to the input terminals on  
This unit  
VCR  
VCR  
the television side, not the VCR side.  
This unit  
When the unit is not to be used for a long time  
To save power, unplug it from the household mains socket. This unit  
consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off  
[approx. 3 W (Power Save mode)].  
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is  
empty.  
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and  
the unit.  
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STEP 1 Connection  
Connecting a television with AUDIO/VIDEO terminals and VCR  
Connecting to the television using the 21-pin Scart cables (page 7)  
indicates included accessories.  
indicates accessories not included.  
are required connections. Connect in the numbered order.  
1
4
To the aerial  
Television’s rear panel  
AUDIO IN VIDEO IN  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
Splitter  
To household mains socket  
R
L
(AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz)  
Red White Yellow  
Aerial  
cable  
1
2
Audio/Video cable  
RF coaxial cable  
AC mains lead  
Connect only after all other  
connections are complete.  
3
4
Yellow  
White  
Red  
Yellow  
White  
Red  
This unit’s  
rear panel  
Audio/Video cable  
Use a splitter if you also  
want to connect the  
aerial to your VCR.  
VCR’s rear panel  
Red White Yellow  
VHF/UHF  
RF IN  
R
L
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT  
Connecting a television with S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals  
AUDIO IN VIDEO  
IN  
S VIDEO  
IN  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN  
AUDIO IN VIDEO  
IN  
S VIDEO  
IN  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN  
R
L
R
L
Television’s  
rear panel  
Television’s  
rear panel  
Red White Yellow  
Red White Yellow  
Video cable  
S Video cable  
Audio/Video  
cable  
Audio/Video  
cable  
This unit’s  
rear panel  
This unit’s  
rear panel  
Yellow  
White  
Red  
Yellow  
White  
Red  
S VIDEO OUT terminal  
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal  
Connect to S VIDEO IN terminal on the television through  
a S Video cable.  
The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than  
the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the  
television.)  
Connect to COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals on the television  
through a component video cable. These terminals can be used  
for either interlace or progressive output (page 41) and provide  
a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.  
Connect to terminals of the same colour.  
(page 9, Note to owners of progressive compatible PAL  
system televisions)  
Component video output  
Component signal outputs the colour difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in  
reproducing colours. If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture can be output because this unit’s component  
video output terminal outputs a progressive output signal (page 41).  
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Connecting a digital/satellite receiver or decoder  
Decoder here means the device used to decode scrambled broadcasts (Pay TV).  
Change the “AV2 Input” and “AV2 Connection” settings in the SETUP menu to match the connected equipment (page 35).  
Viewing video from the decoder on the television while  
the unit is stopped, or while recording  
If you connected the television to the AV1 terminal and the  
Digital/satellite receiver or  
decoder’s rear panel  
AV OUT  
decoder to the AV2 terminal on this unit, press  
[0]+[ENTER]. (“DVD” appears on the unit’s display.)  
Press again to cancel. (“TV” appears on the unit’s display.)  
If the television is compatible with RGB input, the RGB  
output signal from the decoder can also be output from  
the main unit the same way.  
21-pin Scart cable  
This unit’s rear panel  
Connecting an amplifier or system component  
To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on  
Connection to a stereo amplifier  
DVD-Video  
Amplifier’s rear panel  
Connect an amplifier with Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders  
using an optical digital audio cable and change the settings in  
“Digital Audio Output” (page 35).  
AUDIO IN  
R
L
You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD.  
Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when  
playing DVD-Audio.  
Red White  
Amplifier’s rear panel  
OPTICAL IN  
Audio cable  
Optical digital audio cable  
Do not bend this cable sharply.  
White  
Insert fully, with this side facing up.  
Red  
This unit’s rear panel  
Do not place the unit on  
amplifiers or equipment  
that may become hot.  
The heat can damage the unit.  
This unit’s rear panel  
Note to owners of progressive compatible PAL system televisions  
If you have an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector  
Using progressive output, you can enjoy high-resolution video  
recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Connect this unit’s  
component video output terminals to your television and turn on the  
progressive output setting (page 12).  
If you have a CRT (cathode ray tube) television  
Use component output with progressive “Off” (Factory setting,  
page 35), even if it is progressive compatible, because  
progressive output can cause some flickering. This is the same for  
multi system televisions using PAL mode.  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO OUT  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO OUT  
Progressive output  
Progressive output  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO IN  
This unit  
This unit  
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STEP 2 TV Tuning  
Tuning Preset Download  
(Setup with Q Link functions)  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
EXT LINK  
CH  
When connecting to a television that has the Q Link  
function (page 41) with a fully wired 21-pin Scart  
cable (page 7).  
8
2 CH 1  
(The AV2 and AV4 Scart terminals on Panasonic televisions are  
compatible with the Q Link function.)  
You can download the tuning positions from the television.  
This unit Auto Clock Setting function synchronizes the time when  
the TV channel that is broadcasting time and date information is  
tuned.  
^ DVD  
VOLUME  
CH  
DIRECT TV REC  
AV  
1 Turn on the television and select the  
appropriate AV input to suit the  
connections to this unit.  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
2 Press [^ DVD] to turn the unit on.  
Tuning Preset Downloading starts.  
Download from TV  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Pos  
2
Download in progress, please wait.  
RETURN: to abort  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
e, r, w, q  
RETURN  
ENTER  
Tuning Preset Downloading is complete when you see the  
television picture.  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
RETURN  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
If the Country setting menu appears on the television, press  
[e, r, w, q] to select the country and press [ENTER].  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
Country  
CREATE  
België  
Deutschland  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
Belgique  
Belgien  
Danmark  
España  
Österreich  
Portugal  
Suomi  
Sverige  
Schweiz  
Suisse  
Svizzera  
Others  
France  
Italia  
Nederland  
Norge  
SELECT  
ENTER  
RETURN  
RETURN: leave ENTER: access  
If you select “Schweiz”, “Suisse” or “Svizzera” in the Country  
setting, or when the television tuning setting has been set to  
Switzerland, the “Power Save” setting menu appears. Select  
“On” or “Off” (page 36).  
To stop partway  
Press [RETURN].  
If the clock setting menu appears  
Set the clock manually (page 39).  
To confirm that stations have been tuned  
correctly (page 37)  
To restart Preset Download (page 38)  
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Auto-Setup  
(Setup without Q Link functions)  
When connecting to a television with the VIDEO OUT,  
S VIDEO OUT or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal (  
page 8).  
When connecting to a television that does not have the  
Q Link function (page 41).  
This unit’s Auto-Setup function automatically tunes all available TV  
stations and synchronizes the time when the TV channel that is  
broadcasting time and date information is tuned.  
1 Turn on the television and select the  
appropriate AV input to suit the  
connections to this unit.  
2 Press [^ DVD] to turn the unit on.  
The Country setting menu appears.  
Country  
België  
Deutschland  
Belgique  
Belgien  
Danmark  
España  
Österreich  
Portugal  
Suomi  
Sverige  
Schweiz  
Suisse  
Svizzera  
Others  
France  
Italia  
Nederland  
Norge  
SELECT  
ENTER  
RETURN  
RETURN: leave ENTER: access  
If you select “Schweiz”, “Suisse” or “Svizzera”, the “Power  
Save” setting menu appears. Select “On” or “Off”  
(page 36).  
3 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the  
country.  
4 Press [ENTER].  
Auto-Setup starts. This takes about 8 minutes.  
Auto-Setup  
Ch  
1
Auto-Setup in progress, please wait.  
RETURN: to abort  
RETURN  
Auto-Setup is complete when you see the television picture.  
To stop partway  
Press [RETURN].  
If the clock setting menu appears  
Set the clock manually (page 39).  
To confirm that stations have been tuned  
correctly (page 37)  
To restart Auto-Setup (page 38)  
You can also use the following method to restart Auto-Setup.  
When the unit is on and stopped  
Press and hold [2 CH] and [CH 1] on the main unit until the  
Country setting screen appears.  
All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password and  
time settings return to the factory preset. The timer recording  
programmes are also cancelled.  
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STEP 3 Set up to match your television and remote control  
6 Press [e, r] to select the TV aspect  
and press [ENTER].  
TV Aspect  
SETUP  
VOLUME  
CH  
TV operation  
buttons  
DIRECT TV REC  
16:9 WIDE TV  
16:9  
AV  
Tuning  
4:3 TV  
4:3  
Disc  
Picture  
Sound  
Letterbox  
SELECT  
ENTER  
Display  
Connection  
Others  
Numbered  
buttons  
RETURN  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
16:9: 16:9 widescreen television  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
4:3: 4:3 standard aspect television  
RAM  
Even if it records and plays, the aspect does not  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
change.  
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan &  
Scan (unless prohibited by the producer of the  
disc) (page 41).  
DVD-V  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Letterbox: 4:3 standard aspect television  
Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style  
(page 41).  
FUNCTIONS  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
To enjoy progressive video  
RETURN  
You can enjoy progressive video by connecting this unit’s  
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals to an LCD/plasma television  
or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan (page 41).  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
Selecting television type and aspect  
1
While stopped  
Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
1
While stopped  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others”  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
and press [ENTER].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others”  
3 Press [e, r] to select “SETUP” and  
and press [ENTER].  
press [ENTER].  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
No Disc  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Connection”  
Playback  
and press [q].  
Recording  
TIMER RECORDING  
SETUP  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Progressive”  
ShowView  
and press [ENTER].  
To Others  
Return  
ENTER  
RETURN  
6 Press [e, r] to select “On” and press  
[ENTER].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “SETUP” and  
Output becomes progressive.  
press [ENTER].  
SETUP  
Note  
Manual  
Auto-Setup Restart  
Download from TV  
Tuning  
When connected to a CRT (Cathode ray tube) television, even if it  
is progressive compatible, progressive output can cause some  
flickering. Turn off “Progressive” if this occurs (page 25).  
Disc  
Picture  
Sound  
Display  
Connection  
Others  
Picture will not be displayed correctly if connected to an  
incompatible television.  
SELECT  
TAB  
There is no output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals  
if “AV1 Output” in the SETUP menu is set to “RGB ( without  
component )”. Set this item to either “Video ( with component )” or  
“S Video ( with component )” (page 35).  
If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT,  
S VIDEO OUT or AV1 terminal, output will be interlace  
irrespective of the settings.  
RETURN  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Connection”  
and press [q].  
5 Press [e, r] to select “TV Aspect”  
and press [ENTER].  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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Television operation  
When other Panasonic products  
respond to this remote control  
You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn  
the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the  
television channel and change the television volume.  
If other Panasonic products are placed close together, change the  
remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the  
two must match).  
Point the remote control at the television  
Under normal circumstances use the factory set code “DVD 1”.  
While pressing [^ TV], enter the code with  
the numbered buttons.  
1
While stopped  
e.g., 01: [0] [1]  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Manufacturer and Code No.  
Brand  
Panasonic  
Code  
01, 02, 03,  
04, 45  
Brand  
NOKIA  
Code  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others”  
25, 26, 27  
and press [ENTER].  
AIWA  
35  
NORDMENDE  
ORION  
10  
3 Press [e, r] to select “SETUP” and  
AKAI  
27, 30  
09  
37  
press [ENTER].  
BLAUPUNKT  
BRANDT  
BUSH  
PHILIPS  
PHONOLA  
PIONEER  
PYE  
05, 06  
31, 33  
38  
10, 15  
05, 06  
31  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Others” and  
press [q].  
CURTIS  
05, 06  
05, 06  
10  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Remote  
DESMET  
DUAL  
05, 31, 33 RADIOLA  
05, 06  
31  
SABA  
Control” and press [ENTER].  
ELEMIS  
SALORA  
SAMSUNG  
SANSUI  
26  
6 Press [e, r] to select the code  
FERGUSON  
GOLDSTAR/LG  
GOODMANS  
GRUNDIG  
10  
31, 32, 43  
05, 31, 33  
21  
31  
(“DVD 1”, “DVD 2” or “DVD 3”) and  
press [ENTER].  
05, 06, 31 SANYO  
09  
SBR  
06  
Remote Control  
SETUP  
22, 23, 31,  
40, 41, 42  
05, 06, 29,  
30, 31  
HITACHI  
SCHNEIDER  
Press “ ” and “ENTER” together  
for more than 2 seconds on the remote  
control.  
INNO HIT  
IRRADIO  
ITT  
34  
SELECO  
SHARP  
06, 25  
18  
Tuning  
Disc  
30  
Picture  
25  
SIEMENS  
SINUDYNE  
SONY  
09  
To change the code on the remote control  
JVC  
17, 39  
07  
05, 06, 33  
08  
LOEWE  
7 While pressing [ENTER], press and  
10, 11, 12,  
13, 14  
hold the numbered button ([1], [2] or  
[3]) for more than 2 seconds.  
METZ  
28, 31  
TELEFUNKEN  
MITSUBISHI  
MIVAR  
06, 19, 20 THOMSON  
10, 15, 44  
16  
24  
TOSHIBA  
8 Press [ENTER].  
WHITE  
WESTINGHOUSE  
NEC  
36  
05, 06  
When the following indicator appears on the  
unit’s display  
Test by turning on the television and changing channels. Repeat the  
procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.  
If your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your  
television does not allow control of your television, this remote  
control is not compatible with your television.  
Press and hold [ENTER] and  
the indicated number button at  
the same time for more than 2  
seconds.  
Note  
Executing “Shipping Condition” in the SETUP menu returns the  
main unit code to “DVD 1”. Change the remote control code to 1  
(step 7).  
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Recording television programmes  
FR (Flexible Recording) Mode  
The unit automatically selects a recording rate between XP and EP  
( 8Hours ) that will enable the recordings to fit in the remaining disc  
space with the best possible recording quality.  
1
You can set when programming timer recordings.  
All the recording modes from “XP” to “EP” appear in the display.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
EXT LINK  
CH  
XP  
SP  
LP  
EP  
q
8
g
2
4
Recording television programmes  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a double  
sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it  
over.  
^ DVD  
VOLUME  
CH  
DIRECT TV REC  
AV  
* DIRECT  
TV REC  
When using 8 cm DVD-RAM or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the disc from  
the cartridge.  
You can record up to 99 titles on one disc ( +R 49 titles).  
Numbered  
buttons  
2
It is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time  
only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R or 8 cm DVD-RAM  
discs. Use a CPRM compatible DVD-RAM.  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
When recording to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
When recording bilingual TV broadcast onto DVD-R, DVD-RW or  
+R, only one of either “M 1” or “M 2” audio can be recorded.  
Select at “Bilingual Audio Selection” (page 35).  
g
h
q
The aspect ratio of the recorded images will be 4:3.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
In order to play a DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R  
recorded using this unit on another playback source, the  
disc must first be finalized (page 32).  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
Preparation  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
the connections to this unit.  
Turn the unit on.  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
TIME SLIP  
1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main  
3
4
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
z TIMER  
unit to open the tray and insert a disc.  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
F
Rec  
Press the button again to close the tray.  
AUDIO  
Insert label-up.  
.
Recording modes and approximate  
recording times  
Insert with the  
arrow facing in.  
Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may  
Insert fully so it clicks  
into place.  
become shorter than indicated.  
(Unit: hour)  
DVD-RAM  
DVD-R  
DVD-RW  
+R  
2 Press [1 2 CH] to select the channel.  
Mode  
Single-sided  
Double-sided  
(9.4 GB)  
DVD-  
(4.7 GB)  
(4.7 GB)  
RAM  
SP  
XP (High quality)  
SP (Normal)  
1
2
2
1
2
4
8
To select with the numbered buttons:  
LP (Long play)  
EP (Extra long play)  
4
4
e.g., 5: [0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
8 (6 )  
16 (12 )  
8 (6 )  
8 hours  
maximum for  
one side  
FR (Automatic  
mode selection)  
3 Press [REC MODE] to select the  
recording mode (XP, SP, LP or EP).  
8 hours  
maximum  
8 hours  
maximum  
DVD-  
XP  
RAM  
XP  
Remaining time on the disc  
SP  
4 Press [* REC] to start recording.  
LP  
DVD-  
XP  
RAM  
EP ( 6Hours )  
EP ( 8Hours )  
REC  
The elapsed time is shown on the display.  
Recording will take place on open space on disc. Data will not  
be overwritten.  
Recording time  
You cannot change the channel or recording mode during  
recording. You can change the channel or recording mode  
while paused; however, the recording will then be as a  
separate title.  
RAM You can change the audio being received by pressing  
[AUDIO] during recording. (This does not affect the actual  
recording of the audio.)  
When “Recording time in EP mode” is set to “EP ( 6Hours )” in the  
SETUP menu.  
The sound quality is better when using “EP ( 6Hours )” than when  
using “EP ( 8Hours )”.  
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To stop recording  
Direct TV Recording  
Press [g].  
When connected to a television that has the Q Link function  
From the start to the end of the recording is called one title.  
using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable  
This function allows you to immediately start recording the  
programme that you are viewing on the TV.  
(➔  
page 7).  
-R -RW(V) +R  
It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete recording  
management information after recording finishes.  
To pause recording  
Press [h].  
Insert a disc. (page 14)  
Press again to restart recording.  
You can also press [* REC] to restart.  
(Recorded title is not split into separate titles.)  
Press and hold [* DIRECT TV REC]  
for 1 second.  
Recording starts.  
Quick Start  
To stop recording  
Press [g].  
1 Sec. Quick Start for Recording on DVD-RAM  
Recording on DVD-RAM starts about 1 second after first pressing  
[8] or [^ DVD] to turn on the unit and then sequentially pressing  
[* REC] (Quick Start Mode).  
Playing while you are recording  
RAM  
It is set to “On” at the time of purchase (page 36).  
Note  
Startup takes more time when:  
You play a disc or start recording to discs other than DVD-RAM.  
The clock has not been set.  
Playing from the beginning of the title you are  
recording—Chasing playback  
To specify a time to stop recording—One Touch  
Recording  
Press [q] (PLAY) during recording.  
Playing a title previously recorded while recording—  
Simultaneous rec and play  
During recording  
Press [* REC] on the main unit to select the recording time.  
Each time you press the button:  
30 (min.)  
60 (min.)  
90 (min.)  
240 (min.)  
120 (min.)  
180 (min.)  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] during  
recording.  
Counter (cancel)  
This does not work during timer recordings (page 17) or while  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select a title and  
using Flexible Recording (page 16).  
press [ENTER].  
If a station also broadcasts Teletext information  
To exit the Direct Navigator screen  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
The unit automatically records the programme’s and station’s name  
if the station’s Title Page is correctly set (page 37).  
Note  
Reviewing the recorded images while recording—  
Time Slip  
The unit may take some time in retrieving titles (up to 30 minutes)  
and may fail in some cases.  
Press [TIME SLIP] during recording.  
When the format confirmation screen is displayed  
When you insert a new DVD-RW or a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (DVD-  
Video format) recorded on a computer or other equipment, a format  
confirmation screen is displayed. Format the disc to use it. However  
all the recorded contents are erased.  
PLAY  
0 min  
Play starts from 30  
seconds previous.  
Format  
REC  
This disc is not formatted properly.  
The current recording  
images  
Format the disc in DISC MANAGEMENT ?  
Yes  
No  
SELECT  
ENTER  
You will hear the playback audio.  
RETURN  
Press [w] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].  
Press [e, r] to select the time and  
To format a disc  
press [ENTER].  
(Several steps are necessary to format a disc.)  
Press [TIME SLIP] to show the play images in full. Press  
“Erasing all the contents of a disc–Format Disc” (page 32)  
again to show the play and recording images.  
To stop play  
Press [g].  
To stop recording  
2 seconds after play stops  
Press [g].  
To stop timer recording  
Press [z TIMER].  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
seconds to stop recording.  
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Recording television programmes  
Using “Flexible Recording” is convenient in these kind of  
situations  
Numbered  
buttons  
When the amount of free space on the disc makes selecting an  
appropriate recording mode difficult  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
When you want to record a long programme with the best picture  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
quality possible  
INPUT  
SELECT  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
e.g., Recording a 90 minutes programme to disc  
XP mode  
g
h
If you select XP mode, the programme will not fit one disc.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
If you try to record a 90 minutes  
programme in XP mode, only  
the first 60 minutes will fit on the  
disc and the 30 minutes  
4.7GB  
DVD-RAM  
4.7GB  
DVD-RAM  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
balance will not get recorded.  
another disc is necessary  
Full  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
RETURN  
STATUS  
SP mode  
If you select SP mode, the programme will fit one disc.  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
REC MODE  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
However there will be 30 minutes  
remaining disc space.  
* REC  
CREATE  
4.7GB  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
DVD-RAM  
F Rec  
Remains  
FLEXIBLE REC  
If you select “FLEXIBLE REC”, the programme will fit one disc  
perfectly.  
Flexible Recording  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
4.7GB  
DVD-RAM  
The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording  
within the remaining disc space.  
Fit  
: necessary space for recording  
Preparation  
Select the channel to record or the external input.  
1
While stopped  
Recording from digital/satellite receiver  
or decoder  
Press [F Rec].  
FLEXIBLE REC  
Recording in FR mode.  
Preparation  
Maximum recording  
time  
This is the maximum  
recording time in EP  
mode.  
Connect a digital/satellite receiver or decoder to this unit’s input  
terminals (page 9).  
When recording bilingual programmes  
Maximum rec. time 8 Hour 00 Min.  
Set rec. time  
8 Hour 00 Min.  
RAM  
Start  
Cancel  
When both M 1 and M 2 is selected on the connected equipment,  
you can select the audio type in playback.  
2 Press [w, q] to select “Hour” and  
-R -RW(V) +R  
“Min.and press [e, r] to set the  
recording time.  
You can also set the recording time with the numbered buttons.  
Select either M 1 and M 2 on the connected equipment. (The  
selected audio only is recorded.)  
When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC,  
change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the SETUP menu  
(page 38).  
3
When you want to start recording  
1
While stopped  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Start”  
Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the  
input channel for the equipment you  
and press [ENTER].  
Recording starts.  
DVD  
XP  
SP  
LP  
EP  
All the recording modes from  
RAM  
have connected.  
XP to EP appear in the display.  
e.g., If you have connected to AV2 input terminals, select “AV2”.  
2 Press [REC MODE] to select the  
recording mode.  
To exit the screen without recording  
Press [RETURN].  
e.g., DVD-RAM  
DVD-RAM  
REC 59  
ARD  
To stop recording partway  
Press [g].  
3 Select the channel on the other  
Remainingtime  
of recording  
equipment.  
To show the remaining time  
Press [STATUS].  
4 Press [* REC].  
L R  
Recording starts.  
Note  
When performing EXT LINK recording (page 19), the flexible  
recording function does not work.  
To skip unwanted parts  
Press [h] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.)  
To stop recording  
Press [g].  
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Timer recording  
3 Press [ENTER].  
TIMER  
RECORDING  
Remain 1:58 SP  
12:54:00 15. 7. TUE  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
EXT LINK  
CH  
VPS  
Name  
Date  
Start  
Stop Mode PDC  
1
ARD 15. 7. TUE 19:00  
20:00  
SP  
- - -  
Programme Name  
EXT LINK  
g
Confirm the programme and make corrections if necessary  
using [e, r, w, q] (page 18, Manually programming timer  
recordings, step 3).  
When “-- -----” appears in the “Name” column, you cannot  
set timer recording. Press [e, r] to select desired  
programme position. After you have entered the information  
of a TV station, it is kept in the unit’s memory.  
VOLUME  
CH  
DIRECT TV REC  
AV  
You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording  
mode.  
VPS/PDC (below)  
Numbered  
buttons  
ON←→OFF (---)  
ShowView  
Programme Name  
Press [w, q] to select “Programme Name” and press  
[ENTER] (page 33).  
ShowView  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
MANUAL SKIP  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
4 Press [ENTER].  
The settings are stored.  
q
g
TIMER  
Remain  
1:58 SP  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
RECORDING  
12:55:00 15. 7. TUE  
VPS  
Disc  
No. Name  
01 ARD 1 15. 7. TUE 19:00 20:00  
New Timer Programme  
Date  
Start Stop Mode  
space  
PDC  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR  
Check to make  
sure “OK” is  
displayed.  
SP - - - OK  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
Repeat steps 1–4 to programme other recordings.  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
5 Press [z TIMER].  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
PROG/  
CHECK  
The unit turns off and “z” lights on the unit’s display to  
indicate timer recording standby has been activated.  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
z TIMER  
REC MODE  
CREATE  
RAM  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
Even if the unit is in timer recording standby, play starts when you  
press [q] (PLAY) or [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Timer recording works  
even during play.  
EXT LINK  
Linked timer  
recording with  
external  
equipment  
(e.g., digital/  
satellite  
To release the unit from recording standby  
Press [z TIMER].  
receiver)  
The unit turns on and “z” goes out.  
Be sure to press [z TIMER] before the programme start time to  
put the unit on recording standby. Timer recording will work only  
if “z” is displayed.  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance.  
To cancel recording when recording has  
already begun  
Press [z TIMER].  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
seconds to stop recording.  
Preparation  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
Check the time on the unit is correct.  
Using SHOWVIEW system to make timer  
recordings  
Note  
z” flashes for about 5 seconds when the unit cannot go to timer  
recording standby (e.g., a recordable disc is not in the disc tray).  
Entering SHOWVIEW numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You  
can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers and magazines.  
If the unit is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the  
latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording  
starting time, the “z” flashes on the unit display. In this case,  
press [z TIMER] to put the unit in the timer recording standby  
mode.  
When you programme successive timer recordings to start  
immediately one after the other, the unit cannot record the part at  
the beginning of the later programmes (a few seconds when  
recording with DVD-RAM and approximately 30 seconds when  
recording with DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R).  
1 Press [ShowView].  
1:58 SP  
ShowView  
Remain  
12:53:00 15. 7. TUE  
Enter ShowView Number by using 0-9 key.  
VPS/PDC function (page 41)  
As long as a VPS/PDC signal is being broadcast by the TV station,  
even if the broadcast programme time changes, the recording time  
automatically changes to match the new broadcast time.  
2 Press the numbered buttons to enter  
the SHOWVIEW number.  
To correct the number  
To activate the VPS/PDC function  
In step 3 in the VPS/PDC column, press [e, r] to select “ON”.  
Press [w] to move back to correct a digit.  
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Timer recording  
Refer to the control reference on page 17.  
You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance. (Each  
daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.)  
To release the unit from recording standby  
Press [z TIMER].  
The unit turns on and “z” goes out.  
Preparation  
Be sure to press [z TIMER] before the programme start time to  
put the unit on recording standby. Timer recording will work only  
if “z” is displayed.  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
Check the time on the unit is correct.  
To cancel recording when recording has  
already begun  
Manually programming timer  
recordings  
Press [z TIMER].  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
You can also press and hold [g] on the main unit for more than 3  
seconds to stop recording.  
1 Press [PROG/CHECK].  
Note  
TIMER  
RECORDING  
Remain 1:58 SP  
12:56:00 15. 7. TUE  
VPS  
Disc  
z” flashes for about 5 seconds when the unit cannot go to timer  
No. Name  
Date  
Start Stop Mode  
space  
PDC  
01  
ARD 15. 7.TUE 19:00 20:00  
New Timer Programme  
SP - - - OK  
recording standby (e.g., a recordable disc is not in the disc tray).  
If the unit is not put in the timer recording standby mode at the  
latest 10 minutes before the programmed timer recording  
starting time, the “z” flashes on the unit display. In this case,  
press [z TIMER] to put the unit in the timer recording standby  
mode.  
2 Press [e, r] to select “New Timer  
Programme” and press [ENTER].  
When you programme successive timer recordings to start  
immediately one after the other, the unit cannot record the part at  
the beginning of the later programmes (a few seconds when  
recording with DVD-RAM and approximately 30 seconds when  
recording with DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R).  
3 Press [q] to move through the items  
and change the items with [e, r].  
TIMER  
Remain 1:58 SP  
12:57:00 15. 7. TUE  
RECORDING  
VPS  
Name  
Date  
Start  
Stop Mode PDC  
1
ARD 15. 7. TUE 19:00  
20:00  
SP  
- - -  
Programme Name  
Check, change or delete a programme  
Press and hold [e, r] to alter Start (Start time) and Stop  
(Finish time) in 30-minute increments.  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
You can also set Name (Programme position/TV Station  
Name), Date, Start (Start time), and Stop (Finish time) with  
the numbered buttons.  
Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording  
list by pressing [PROG/CHECK].  
You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording  
Press [PROG/CHECK].  
mode.  
Date  
Icons  
Date:  
Current date up to one month later minus  
one day  
This programme is currently recording.  
W
The times overlap those in another programme. Recording  
of the programme with the later start time starts when the  
earlier programme finishes recording.  
Daily timer: SUN-SATMON-SATMON-FRI  
F
The disc was full so the programme failed to record.  
The material was copy-protected so it was not recorded.  
Weekly timer: SUN---SAT  
X
The programme did not complete recording because the  
disc is dirty or some other reason.  
VPS/PDC (page 17)  
ON←→OFF (---)  
Programme Name  
Press [w, q] to select “Programme Name” and press  
[ENTER] (page 33).  
TIMER  
Remain 1:58 SP  
12:56:00 15. 7. TUE  
4 Press [ENTER].  
RECORDING  
VPS  
Disc  
No. Name  
01  
Date  
Start Stop Mode  
space  
PDC  
TIMER  
Remain 1:58 SP  
12:58:00 15. 7. TUE  
ARD 15. 7.TUE 19:00 20:00  
New Timer Programme  
SP - - - OK  
RECORDING  
VPS  
Disc  
No. Name  
Date  
Start Stop Mode  
space  
PDC  
01  
02  
ARD  
ARD  
15. 7. TUE 19:00 20:00  
15. 7. TUE 22:00 22:30  
New Timer Programme  
SP - - - OK  
SP - - - OK  
Check to make sure “OK”  
is displayed.  
Message displayed in the “Disc space” line  
OK: Displayed if the recording can fit in the remaining  
Repeat steps 2–4 to programme other recordings.  
space.  
5 Press [z TIMER].  
(Date): For recordings made daily or weekly, the display  
will show until when recordings can be made (up  
to a maximum of one month from the present  
The unit turns off and “z” lights on the unit’s display to  
indicate timer recording standby has been activated.  
time) based on the time remaining on the disc.  
It may not be possible to record because:  
RAM  
! :  
Even if the unit is in timer recording standby, play starts when you  
press [q] (PLAY) or [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Timer recording works  
even during play.  
the disc is write-protected  
there is no more space left  
the number of possible titles has reached its  
maximum.  
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To change a programme  
Linked timer recordings with external  
equipment (digital/satellite receiver)–  
EXT LINK  
Press [e, r] to select the programme and press [ENTER].  
(page 18, Manually programming timer recordings, step 3)  
To delete a programme  
Press [e, r] to select the programme and press [ CANCEL].  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
To record programmes from a digital/satellite receiver using timer  
programming  
To exit the timer recording list  
Press [PROG/CHECK].  
Preparation  
To put the unit on timer recording standby  
Make sure you connect the AV2 input terminal of this unit to “VCR  
Scart Terminal” of a digital/satellite receiver with a 21-pin scart  
cable (page 9).  
Press [z TIMER].  
The unit turns off and “z” lights on the unit’s display to indicate timer  
recording standby has been activated.  
Set the “AV2 Input” to match the connected equipment in the  
SETUP menu (  
page 35).  
Programmes that failed to record are deleted from the timer  
Set the “Ext Link” to match the connected equipment in the SETUP  
recording list at 4 a.m. two days later.  
menu (page 35).  
Ext Link 1: Start and stop timings of recording are controlled by  
the control signal from a digital/satellite receiver.  
Ext Link 2: When an external equipment with a timer function  
turns on, recording starts.  
Making timer recordings on the  
When it turns off, recording stops.  
television  
(e.g., of digital broadcasts)  
1 Make timer programming on the  
external equipment.  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
To make a timer recording with your television, connect to a  
television with a Q Link function (page 41) that you can use for  
setting timer recordings using a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable  
(page 7).  
2 Insert a disc.  
3 Press [EXT LINK].  
The unit turns off and “EXT Link” lights on the unit’s display to  
indicate timer recording standby has been activated.  
1 Make timer programming on the TV.  
2 Insert a disc.  
3 Turn off the unit.  
To cancel the external control  
Press [EXT LINK] to stop recording or to cancel linked timer  
recording standby.  
The start and end of recording is controlled by TV.  
In order to prevent accidental operation, press [EXT LINK] to  
cancel the setting after recording is finished.  
To stop recording  
Press [g].  
For your reference  
This function does not work with some equipment. Refer to the  
equipment’s operating instructions.  
Note  
When this unit is in timer recording standby or EXT LINK standby  
(“z” or “EXT Link” on the unit’s display), recording from TV does  
not start.  
Programmes are recorded as one title on this unit when the end  
time of the earlier timer recording and the start time of the later  
timer recording are close to each other.  
The beginnings of recordings may not be recorded correctly in  
some cases.  
When “Ext Link” is set to “Ext Link 2”, this function does not work if  
the input signal is NTSC system.  
When “AV2 Connection” is set to “Decoder”, EXT LINK is not  
available (page 35).  
Programmes are recorded as one title on this unit when the end  
time of the earlier timer recording and the start time of the later  
timer recording are close to each other.  
RAM To divide the titles, go to “Divide Title” (page 27).  
RAM To divide the titles, go to “Divide Title” (page 27).  
While the unit is in EXT LINK standby mode or recording, video  
picture is from the AV2 input terminal irrespective of “AV1 Output”  
setting.  
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Playing discs  
Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play  
1
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE VIEW  
DVD-RAM  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
- -  
07  
08  
10 27.10. MON  
- -  
8 27.10. MON  
- -  
g
2
- -  
Page 02/02  
Previous  
Next  
Numbered  
buttons  
1 2 CH  
ENTER  
RETURN  
S
SUB MENU  
Select  
Previous  
Next  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
MANUAL  
SKIP  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the title and press  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
[ENTER].  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
You can also select titles with the numbered buttons.  
u, i  
t, y  
e.g., 5:  
[0] [5]  
15: [1] [5]  
g
h
To show other pages  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER].  
You can also press [u, i] to show other pages.  
2
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
DIRECT  
NAVIGATOR,  
TOP MENU  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
w h, h q  
To exit the screen  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Direct Navigator screen icons  
Currently recording.  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
TIME SLIP  
Title protected.  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
CREATE  
Title that was not recorded due to recording protection  
(Digital broadcasts etc.)  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
ERASE  
AUDIO  
CREATE  
CHAPTER  
Title cannot be played because data is damaged.  
Title with “One time only recording” restriction  
Preparation  
Title recorded using a different encoding system from  
that of the TV system currently selected on the unit.  
(NTSC)  
(PAL)  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
Turn on this unit.  
It is not possible to play continuously from one side of a double  
sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it  
over.  
When a menu screen appears on the television  
DVD-V DVD-A  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the item and press [ENTER].  
Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons.  
When using 8 cm DVD-RAM or 8 cm DVD-R, remove the disc from  
the cartridge.  
VCD  
For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge  
Press the numbered buttons to select the item.  
With the write-protect tab in the protect position, play automatically  
starts when inserted in the unit.  
e.g., 5: [0] [5]  
15:  
[1] [5]  
Depending on the disc, it may take time for the menu screen,  
To return to the menu screen  
pictures, sound etc. to start.  
Press [TOP MENU] or [SUB MENU].  
DVD-V  
DVD-A  
VCD  
Press [TOP MENU].  
Press [RETURN].  
1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the main  
unit to open the tray and insert a disc.  
Press the button again to close the tray.  
Insert label-up.  
Changing audio during play  
Press [AUDIO].  
RAM  
-RW(VR) VCD  
DVD-RAM  
PLAY  
LR  
L
R
Insert with the  
arrow facing in.  
L R  
e.g., “L R” is selected  
Insert fully so it clicks  
into place.  
DVD-V DVD-A  
2 Press [q] (PLAY).  
You can change the audio channel number each time you press the  
button. This allows you to change things like the soundtrack  
language.  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
PLAY  
Play starts from the most recently  
recorded title.  
1 ENG  
Digital 3/2.1ch  
Soundtrack  
DVD-V DVD-A CD VCD  
Play starts from the beginning of the disc.  
e.g.,  
English is the selected language (page 24,  
DVD-V  
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Operations during play  
Press [g].  
The stopped position is memorized.  
When stopped position is memorized (resume), the indicator appears in the  
unit’s display. (Excluding when playing from the Direct Navigator and when  
playing a playlist.)  
Stop  
Resume play function  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart from this position.  
Stopped position  
If [g] is pressed several times, the indicator disappears and the position is cleared.  
The position is cleared if the unit is turned off or the tray is opened.  
Press [h].  
Pause  
Search  
Skip  
Press again or press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
Press [t] or [y].  
The speed increases up to 5 steps.  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
Audio is heard during first level search forward.  
Audio is heard during all levels of search. DVD-A (excluding moving picture parts) CD  
Depending on the disc, searching may not be possible.  
While playing or paused, press [u] or [i].  
Each press increases the number of skips.  
Press the numbered buttons.  
This works only when stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television right) with some discs.  
e.g., 5: [0] [5]  
CD (MP3, JPEG and TIFF discs only) 5: [0] [0] [5]  
Starting from a  
selected title  
15: [1] [5]  
DVD-A Selecting groups  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
While stopped (screen saver is displayed on the television right)  
5: [5]  
Press and hold [q] (PLAY/x1.3).  
Press again to return to normal speed.  
Quick View  
RAM  
The play speed can be increased  
without distorting the audio.  
While paused, press [t] or [y].  
Slow-motion  
The speed increases up to 5 steps.  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R DVD-V  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
Forward direction only.  
VCD  
DVD-A  
(Motion picture parts only)  
The unit will pause if slow-motion play is continued for approximately 5 minutes  
-RW(VR) VCD  
(excluding DVD-V DVD-A VCD ).  
While paused, press [w] (w h) or [q] (h q).  
Each press shows the next frame.  
Frame-by-frame  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R DVD-V  
Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward.  
Press [q] (PLAY) to restart play.  
DVD-A  
(Motion picture parts only)  
-RW(VR) VCD  
Forward direction only.  
VCD  
Press [TIME SLIP].  
Displaying the television  
image as a picture-in-  
picture  
Play images  
The unit displays the television image as a  
picture-in-picture.  
You will hear the playback audio.  
Current receiving images  
Press [TIME SLIP] again to cancel.  
Time Slip does not work when the unit’s “TV  
System” settings are different from the title  
recorded on the disc.  
You can change the channel being received by  
pressing [1 2 CH].  
You cannot change the channel being received  
while recording.  
1 Press [TIME SLIP].  
2 Press [e, r] to select the time and press [ENTER].  
Play skips the specified time.  
Skipping the specified  
time (Time Slip)  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
Press [TIME SLIP] to show the play images in full.  
Press [MANUAL SKIP].  
Manual Skip  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
Play restarts from approximately 30  
seconds later.  
Editing operations during play  
1 Press [ERASE].  
2 Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Erase  
A title cannot be restored once it is erased. Make certain before proceeding.  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R  
You cannot erase when recording at the same time.  
Erase titles during play.  
The available recording space on DVD-R or +R does not increase when you erase titles.  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded  
title is erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
Press [CREATE CHAPTER].  
Create chapter  
Chapters are divided at the point pressed.  
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Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
Playing MP3  
Numbered  
buttons  
CD  
This unit plays MP3 files recorded on  
CD-R/RW designed for audio recording  
that are finalized (page 40) on a  
computer.  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
Playback mode is set to MP3.  
Select “JPEG” from MENU in FUNCTIONS  
if you play pictures ( JPEG ).  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
The screen shown right is displayed  
when you insert a disc containing MP3  
files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
Press [ENTER], and follow the steps below.  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
u, i  
1 Press [TOP MENU].  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Selected group  
TOP MENU  
SUB MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
No.  
1
Total  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Group  
My favorite  
MENU  
G
T
TOTAL  
1/111  
G: Group no.  
:
1
1
Track  
Tree  
T: Track no. in the group  
TOTAL: Track no./Total track  
no. in all groups  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
001 Both Ends Freezing  
002 Lady Starfish  
003 Life on Jupiter  
004 Metal Glue  
005 Paint ItYellow  
006 Pyjamamama  
007 Shrimps from Mars  
008 Starperson  
No.  
--  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
0
9
Prev.  
Next  
RETURN  
STATUS  
SELECT  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
9
10  
009 Velvet Cuppermine  
010 Ziggy Starfish  
ENTER  
Page 001/002  
RETURN  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
CREATE  
TIMER  
Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups.  
When the JPEG Menu is displayed, select “MP3” in step 4 of “To  
select JPEG Menu” to change to the MP3 Menu (  
page 23).  
Regarding MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
2 Press [e, r] to select the track and  
Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended  
press [ENTER].  
formats) and Joliet  
Play starts on the selected track.  
“ ” indicates the track currently playing.  
Maximum number of files (tracks) and folders (groups)  
recognizable: 999 files (tracks) and 99 folders (groups)  
This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of  
the disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.  
Operation may take time to complete when there are many files  
(tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some may not display nor  
be playable.  
You can also select the track with the numbered buttons.  
e.g., 5: [0] [0] [5]  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
Using the tree screen to find a group  
While the file list is displayed  
1 Press [q] while a track is highlighted to  
display the tree screen.  
The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is  
displayed on a computer.  
Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files  
(tracks) and folders (groups) may not play in the order you  
numbered them.  
G: Selected group no. /Total group no.  
If the group has no track, “– –” is  
displayed as group number.  
This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.  
Depending on the recording, some items may not be playable.  
MENU  
Tree  
G
T
8
Regarding MP3  
MP3 music  
001 My favorite  
001 Brazilian pops  
002 Chinese pops  
003 Czech pops  
004 Hungarian pops  
005 Liner notes  
G
7/25  
14  
TOTAL  
File format: MP3  
40/111  
No.  
--  
Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.  
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You cannot select  
groups that contain no  
compatible files.  
Bit rates: 32 kbps to 320 kbps  
006 Japanese pops  
007 Mexican pops  
008 Philippine pops  
009 Swedish pops  
001 Momoko  
Sampling frequency: 16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/32 kHz/  
44.1 kHz/48 kHz  
SELECT  
ENTER  
002 Standard number  
001 Piano solo  
This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.  
002 Vocal  
RETURN  
Regarding still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
2 Press [e, r] to select a group and press  
File format: JPEG, TIFF (non-compressed RGB chunky format)  
Files must have the extension “.jpg”, “.JPG”, “.tif” and “.TIF”.  
Number of pixels: 34 x 34 to 6144 x 4096  
(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)  
[ENTER].  
The file list for the group appears.  
Operation may take time to complete when playing TIFF format  
To show other pages  
Press [u, i].  
still pictures.  
MOTION JPEG is not supported.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) on this unit by  
making folders as shown below. However depending on how  
you create the disc (writing software), play may not be in the  
order you numbered the folders.  
To exit the screen  
Press [TOP MENU].  
When the highest level folders are “DCIM” folders, they are  
Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF)  
displayed first on the tree.  
CD  
Structure of MP3 folders  
Prefix with 3-digit numbers in  
the order you want to play  
them.  
Structure of still pictures  
(JPEG/TIFF)  
Files inside a folder are  
displayed in the order they  
were updated or taken.  
You can play CD-R/CD-RW discs  
Playback mode is set to MP3.  
which contain still pictures (JPEG/  
Select “JPEG” from MENU in FUNCTIONS  
TIFF) that have been recorded and  
finalized (page 40) on a computer.  
The screen shown right is displayed  
when you insert a disc containing MP3  
files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
if you play pictures ( JPEG ).  
ENTER  
RETURN  
tree  
tree  
P0000001.jpg  
P0000002.jpg  
Select JPEG menu before perform following the steps below.  
001Group  
002 Folder  
(page 23, To select JPEG Menu)  
001track.mp3  
P0000003.jpg  
Order of  
play  
002track.mp3  
003track.mp3  
P0000004.jpg  
P0000005.jpg  
Order of  
play  
1 Press [TOP MENU].  
002Group  
003 Folder  
JPEG Menu  
CD(JPEG)  
PICTURE (JPEG) VIEW  
003Group  
004 Folder  
001track.mp3  
P0000006.jpg  
002track.mp3  
003track.mp3  
004track.mp3  
P0000007.jpg  
P0000008.jpg  
P0000009.jpg  
image001  
Folder  
001  
002  
006  
003  
007  
004  
008  
001track.mp3  
002track.mp3  
003track.mp3  
P0000010.jpg  
P0000011.jpg  
P0000012.jpg  
005  
009  
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To display still pictures one by one  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the still  
After Step 1 (page 22, Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF))  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Folder”  
and press [SUB MENU].  
picture and press [ENTER].  
The selected still picture is displayed on the screen.  
You can also select still pictures with the numbered buttons.  
e.g., 5: [0] [0] [5]  
15: [0] [1] [5]  
Start Slide Show  
Slide Interval  
To select another folder  
While the JPEG Menu is displayed  
1 Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Folder” and  
press [ENTER].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “Start Slide  
F: Selected folder no./Total folder no.  
Show” and press [ENTER].  
JPEG Menu  
CD(JPEG)  
Folder  
F
1/21  
To change the slide interval  
12 02 2004  
image001  
image002  
image003  
image004  
image005  
image006  
image007  
image008  
image009  
image010  
DATA1  
1
In step 2 above, press [e, r] to select “Slide Interval” and press  
[ENTER].  
Slide Interval  
Set display interval for Slide Show.  
You cannot  
Display interval  
5sec.  
DATA2  
select folders  
that contain no  
compatible files.  
Press ENTER to set.  
ENTER  
SELECT  
RETURN  
ENTER  
RETURN  
2
Press [w, q] to select the slide interval and press [ENTER].  
2 Press [e, r] to select the folder and press  
You can select a slide interval between 0-30 seconds.  
[ENTER].  
To rotate and zoom in / zoom out  
To display the previous or next still picture during play  
Press [w, q].  
1
While playing  
Press [SUB MENU].  
Rotate RIGHT  
To show other pages  
Press [u, i].  
To return to the previous screen  
Rotate LEFT  
Press [RETURN].  
The “Zoom in / Zoom out” function is  
Zoom in  
ENTER  
RETURN  
only available for still pictures smaller  
To exit the screen  
Press [TOP MENU].  
than 640 x 480 pixels.  
2 Press [e, r] to select the item and  
To select JPEG Menu  
press [ENTER].  
1 Press [ENTER].  
To return the picture to its original size  
2 Press [FUNCTIONS].  
1
Press [SUB MENU].  
2
Press [e, r] to select “Zoom out” and press [ENTER].  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
VOL_200411291118  
MP3 Playback mode  
CD(MP3/JPEG)  
To return the rotated picture to its original position  
Playback  
MENU  
1
Press [SUB MENU].  
2
Press [e, r] to select the opposite rotation button and press  
Recording  
TIMER RECORDING  
[ENTER].  
Note  
3 Press [e, r] to select “MENU” and  
The rotation and enlargement information will not be stored.  
When zooming in, the picture may be cut off.  
press [ENTER].  
MENU  
Select file type.  
To view the picture properties  
MP3  
JPEG  
Press [STATUS] twice.  
12:03:00 30.11.  
ENTER  
RETURN  
4 Press [e, r] to select “JPEG” and  
Date  
26.11.2004  
No.  
2/ 30  
press [ENTER].  
Shooting date  
To exit the picture properties screen  
Press [STATUS].  
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Using on-screen menus  
Disc menu–Setting the disc content  
Soundtrack  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
VOLUME  
The disc’s audio attributes appear.  
DVD-V DVD-A  
CH  
DIRECT TV REC  
AV  
Select the audio and language (below, Audio attribute,  
Language).  
VCD (SVCD only)  
Select the soundtrack number (1-2).  
Subtitle  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
DVD-V DVD-A  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
Turn the subtitle on/off and select the language  
(below, Language).  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R -RW(VR)  
(Only discs that contain subtitle  
on/off information)  
Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using this unit.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
VCD (SVCD only)  
FUNCTIONS  
Turn the subtitle on/off and select the subtitle number (1-4).  
Audio channel RAM -RW(VR) VCD  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
page 20, Changing audio during play  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
DVD-V DVD-A  
Angle  
Change the number to select an angle.  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
DVD-A  
STILL-P (Still picture)  
STATUS  
DISPLAY  
Selects the play method for still pictures.  
Slide Show: Plays according to the default order on the disc.  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
Page:  
Select the still picture number and play.  
RANDOM: Plays in random order.  
Return:  
Returns to the default still picture on the disc.  
PBC (Playback control page 41)  
VCD  
Indicates whether menu play (playback control) is on or off.  
(unchangeable)  
With some discs, you may only be able to make changes using the  
menus (page 20) on the disc.  
The display changes according to the disc content. You cannot  
Common procedures  
1 Press [DISPLAY].  
change when there is no recording.  
Audio attribute  
LPCM/PPCM/%Digital/DTS/MPEG:  
Signal type  
Disc  
k (kHz):  
Sampling frequency  
Number of bits  
Digital 2/0 ch  
1
Soundtrack  
Play  
Picture  
Off  
Subtitle  
b (bit):  
L R  
Audio channel  
ch (channel):  
Number of channels  
Sound  
Other  
Language  
Menu  
Item  
Setting  
ENG: English  
FRA: French  
DEU: German  
ITA: Italian  
ESP: Spanish  
NLD: Dutch  
SVE: Swedish  
NOR: Norwegian  
DAN: Danish  
CHI: Chinese  
KOR: Korean  
MAL: Malay  
Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped,  
etc.) and disc contents, there are some items that you  
cannot select or change.  
POR: Portuguese VIE: Vietnamese  
RUS: Russian  
THA: Thai  
Others  
2 Press [e, r] to select the menu and  
JPN: Japanese  
:
press [q].  
Enter a code (page 36) when you select “ : Others”.  
3 Press [e, r] to select the item and  
press [q].  
Play menu–Change the play sequence  
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.  
4 Press [e, r] to select the setting.  
Some items can be changed by pressing [ENTER].  
Repeat play  
To clear the on-screen menus  
Press [DISPLAY].  
All  
(excluding MP3 discs)  
VCD  
CD  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R DVD-V -RW(VR)  
Chapter  
Group  
PL (Playlist)  
Title  
(MP3 discs only)  
DVD-A CD  
RAM  
RAM -R -RW(V) +R DVD-V  
-RW(VR)  
Track  
DVD-A CD VCD  
Select “Off” to cancel.  
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FUNCTIONS window and  
Status messages  
Picture menu–Change the picture  
quality  
FUNCTIONS window  
By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main  
functions quickly and easily.  
Playback NR  
Reduces noise and picture degradation.  
1
While stopped  
Progressive (page 41)  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Functions displayed depend on the type of disc.  
Select “On” to enable progressive output.  
Select “Off” if the picture is stretched horizontally.  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
DVD-RAM  
DOCUMENTARY  
Cartridge Protection Off  
Disc Protection Off  
Transfer (When “Progressive” is set to “On”)  
Playback  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit  
the type of title being played (page 40, Film and video).  
Recording  
TIMER RECORDING  
ShowView  
When the output signal is PAL  
Auto: Detects 25 frame-per-second film content and  
appropriately converts it.  
Video: Select when using “Auto”, and the video content is  
distorted.  
To Others  
ENTER  
RETURN  
“To Others”  
“Return”  
When the output signal is NTSC  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
DOCUMENTARY  
Auto 1 (normal):  
DVD-RAM  
Cartridge Protection Off  
Disc Protection Off  
Detects 24 frame-per-second film content and  
appropriately converts it.  
Playback  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
PLAYLISTS  
FLEXIBLE REC  
DV AUTO REC  
Auto 2: Compatible with 30 frame-per-second film content in  
addition to 24 frame-per-second film content.  
Video: Select when using “Auto 1” and “Auto 2”, and the  
video content is distorted.  
Recording  
TIMER RECORDING  
ShowView  
SETUP  
DISC MANAGEMENT  
AV-in NR (Only when AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4 or DV is selected)  
To Others  
Return  
ENTER  
RETURN  
Reduces video tape noise while dubbing.  
Automatic:  
2 Press [e, r] to select an item and  
Noise reduction only works on picture input from a  
video tape.  
press [ENTER].  
On:  
Off:  
Noise reduction works for any input video.  
If you select “To Others”, press [e, r] to select an item (e.g.,  
“SETUP” or “DISC MANAGEMENT”) and press [ENTER].  
Noise reduction is off. You can record the input signal  
as it is.  
If you select “Return”, press [e, r] to select an item (e.g.,  
“DIRECT NAVIGATOR” or “TIMER RECORDING”) and  
press [ENTER].  
Only when you have set “Progressive” to “On” in the SETUP menu  
(page 35).  
To exit the FUNCTIONS window  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Sound menu–Change the sound effect  
Status messages  
Status messages appear on the television during operation to show  
the condition of the unit.  
V.S.S. RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR)  
(Dolby Digital, MPEG, 2-channel or over only)  
Press [STATUS].  
Enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers  
only.  
Turn V.S.S. off if it causes distortion.  
V.S.S. does not work for bilingual recordings.  
The display changes each time you press the button.  
Type of disc  
DVD-RAM  
REC  
PLAY  
Stereo  
L R  
Recording or play status/input channel  
TV audio type being received (below)  
Selected audio type  
Dialog Enhancer RAM  
(Dolby Digital, 3-channel or over only, including a center channel)  
-RW(V) +R DVD-V DVD-A -RW(VR)  
Available recording time  
and recording mode  
The volume of the center channel is raised to make dialog  
easier to hear.  
Date and time  
g
Remain  
12:34:50 24.12.  
1:45 SP  
Other menu–Change the display  
position  
g
g
T12 0:12.34 SP  
T12 0:01.23 SP  
Position  
Title number and elapsed  
time during recording/  
Recording mode  
Title number and elapsed  
time during play/  
Recording mode  
1 - 5: The higher the setting the lower the on-screen menu moves.  
No display  
TV audio type  
Stereo: STEREO/NICAM stereo broadcast  
M 1/M 2: Bilingual/NICAM dual-sound broadcast  
M 1:  
NICAM monaural broadcast  
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Editing titles/chapters  
Editing titles/chapters and playing  
chapters  
Preparation  
Release protection (page 31). RAM  
VOLUME  
CH  
DIRECT TV REC  
AV  
1
During play or while stopped  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the title.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE VIEW  
DVD-RAM  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
- -  
07  
08  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
10 27. 10. MON  
- -  
8 27. 10. MON  
- -  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
- -  
u, i  
q
h
Page 02/02  
Previous  
Next  
ENTER  
RETURN  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
S
SUB MENU  
Select  
Previous  
Next  
DIRECT  
To show other pages  
NAVIGATOR  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
[ENTER].  
You can also press [u, i] to show other pages.  
SUB MENU  
PROG/CHECK  
RETURN  
Multiple editing  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Select with [e, r, w, q] and press [h]. (Repeat.)  
A check mark appears. Press [h] again to cancel.  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
3 Press [SUB MENU], then [e, r] to  
CREATE  
select the operation and press  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
[ENTER].  
If you select “Edit”, press [e, r] to select the operation and  
press [ENTER] (page 27).  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Enter Name  
Set up Protection  
Title/Chapter  
Cancel Protection  
Programmes are recorded as a single title consisting of one  
chapter.  
Refer to “Title  
operations”.  
Partial Erase  
Change Thumbnail  
Divide Title  
Erase  
Properties  
Edit  
Title  
Chapter View  
Chapter  
Start  
End  
If you select “Chapter View”  
You can divide a title into multiple chapters. RAM  
(page 21, 27, “Create Chapter”)  
4 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the  
chapter.  
Title  
To start play Press [ENTER].  
To edit Step 5.  
Chapter  
Chapter  
Chapter  
Chapter  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR CHAPTER VIEW  
DVD-RAM  
08 8 27. 10. MON  
001  
---  
---  
---  
---  
---  
---  
0:00.00  
---  
You can change the order of chapters and create a playlist  
(page 28). RAM  
---  
---  
---  
---  
Page 01/01  
Previous  
Next  
ENTER  
Titles are divided into about 5-minute chapters after finalizing  
S
SUB MENU  
Select  
RETURN  
(page 32). -R -RW(V) +R  
To show other pages/Multiple editing (above)  
5
Press [SUB MENU], then [e, r] to  
select the operation and press  
[ENTER].  
The maximum number of items on a disc:  
–Titles:  
99 ( +R 49 titles)  
–Chapters:  
Approximately 1000 ( +R Approximately 254)  
(Depends on the state of recording.)  
Erase Chapter  
Create Chapter  
Refer to “Chapter  
operations”.  
Combine Chapters  
Note  
Once erased or partially erased, title/chapters cannot be restored  
to their original state. Make certain before proceeding.  
You cannot edit during recording or chasing play.  
Title View  
You can go back to the Title View.  
Preparation  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
Turn the unit on.  
Insert the disc with the title to edit.  
To exit the screen  
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].  
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Title operations  
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored.  
Erase  
Make certain before proceeding.  
The available recording time on DVD-R or +R does not increase when you erase titles.  
-R -RW(V) +R  
RAM  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded title is  
erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
Information (e.g., time and date) is shown.  
Press [ENTER] to exit the screen.  
Properties  
Properties  
Dinosaur  
No. 01  
Time  
12:19  
-R -RW(V) +R  
RAM  
Date 20. 6.2004 WED Rec time 0:30 (SP)  
Name 4  
-RW(VR)  
ENTER  
RETURN  
You can give names to recorded titles.  
page 33, Entering text  
Enter Name  
-R -RW(V) +R  
RAM  
If set, this will protect the title from accidental erasure.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE  
DVD-RAM  
Set up Protection  
Cancel Protection  
RAM  
Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].  
The lock symbol appears when the title is protected.  
07  
08  
10 10. 27. MON  
- -  
8 10. 27. M  
- -  
You can remove unnecessary part of the recording.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Partial Erase  
DVD-RAM  
1
Press [ENTER] at the start point and end point of the  
08  
PLAY  
Start  
End  
Partial Erase  
RAM  
section you want to erase.  
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
Select “Next” and press [ENTER] to erase other sections.  
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Next  
Exit  
2
(below, “For your  
reference”)  
0:43.21  
Start  
End  
- -:- -.- -  
- -:- -.- -  
3
ENTER  
RETURN  
You can change the image to be shown as a thumbnail picture in the Title View.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Change Thumbnail  
DVD-RAM  
1
Press [q] (PLAY) to start play.  
Press [ENTER] when the image you want to use as a  
thumbnail is shown.  
To change the thumbnail  
08  
Change  
2
Change Thumbnail  
Exit  
0:00.01  
-R -RW(V) +R  
RAM  
(below, “For your  
reference”)  
Start play and select the image  
of a thumbnail.  
Change  
Restart play and press [e, r] to select “Change”, then press [ENTER] at  
the point you want to use as the thumbnail.  
00:00.01  
ENTER  
RETURN  
3
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
You can divide a title into two.  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title  
DVD-RAM  
1
Press [ENTER] at the point you want to divide the title.  
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
Press [w, q] to select “Divide” and press [ENTER].  
PLAY  
08  
Preview  
Divide  
2
Exit  
3
0:00.11  
Divide Title  
To confirm the division point  
Divide  
--:--.--  
Press [e, r] to select “Preview” and press [ENTER]. (The unit plays 10  
seconds before and after the division point.)  
To change the division point  
RAM  
ENTER  
RETURN  
(below, “For your  
reference”)  
Restart play and press [e, r] to select “Divide”, then press [ENTER] at the point you want to change.  
Note  
The divided titles retain the name and CPRM property (page 40) of the original title.  
Video and audio just before and after the dividing point may momentarily cut out.  
Multiple editing is possible.  
Chapter operations  
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored.  
Make certain before proceeding.  
Erase Chapter  
RAM  
1
Press [ENTER] at the point you want to divide.  
Repeat this step to divide at other points.  
Press [e, r] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR Create Chapter  
DVD-RAM  
Create Chapter  
RAM  
08  
PLAY  
Create  
Exit  
2
(below, “For your  
reference”)  
0:43.21  
Press [w, q] to select “Combine” and press [ENTER].  
The selected chapter and next chapter are combined.  
Combine Chapters  
RAM  
Multiple editing is possible.  
For your reference  
Use search or Time Slip (page 21) to find the desired point.  
To find the desired point correctly, use slow-motion or frame-by-frame (page 21).  
Press [u, i] to skip to the end of a title.  
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Creating, editing and playing playlists  
ShowView  
3 Press [e, r] to select “PLAYLISTS”  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
MANUAL SKIP  
and press [ENTER].  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
PLAYLIST VIEW  
- -  
- -  
- -  
Create  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
- -  
- -  
- -  
FUNCTIONS  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
Page 01/01  
Previous  
ENTER  
Next  
RETURN  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
4 Press [e, r, w, q] to select “Create”  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
and press [ENTER].  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
CREATE  
5 Press [w, q] to select the source title  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
and press [r].  
Press [ENTER] to select all the chapters in the title, then  
skip to step 7.  
You can arrange the chapters (page 26) to create a playlist.  
Title Title  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Create  
08 8 27. 10. MON  
Source Title  
01  
Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter  
Page 01/01  
Page 001/001  
Page 001/001  
02  
- -  
- -  
---  
Source Chapter  
001  
002  
003  
Chapters in PLAYLIST  
Playlist Chapter Chapter  
6 Press [w, q] to select the chapter you  
Editing playlists doesn’t modify the recorded data.  
want to add to a playlist and press  
Playlists are not recorded separately so this doesn’t use much  
capacity.  
[ENTER].  
Press [e] to cancel.  
RAM  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Create  
The maximum number of items on a disc:  
–Playlists: 99  
–Chapters in playlists: Approximately 1000  
(Depends on the state of recording.)  
If you exceed the maximum numbers of items for a disc, all the  
items entered will not be recorded.  
08 8 27. 10. MON  
Source Title  
01  
Page 01/01  
Page 001/001  
Page 001/001  
02  
- -  
- -  
---  
Source Chapter  
001  
002  
003  
Chapters in PLAYLIST  
---  
---  
---  
---  
You cannot create or edit a playlist while recording.  
You can also create a new chapter from the source title.  
Press [SUB MENU] to select “Create Chapter” and press  
[ENTER] (page 27, Create Chapter).  
Creating playlists  
Preparation  
Turn the unit on.  
7 Press [w, q] to select the position to  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
the connections to this unit.  
insert the chapter and press [ENTER].  
Insert the disc with the title to edit.  
Release protection (page 31).  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Create  
08 8 27. 10. MON  
Source Title  
01  
Page 01/01  
Page 001/001  
Page 001/001  
1
While stopped  
02  
- -  
- -  
---  
Source Chapter  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
001  
002  
003  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
Chapters in PLAYLIST  
---  
---  
---  
---  
press [ENTER].  
ENTER  
Press RETURN to exit.  
RETURN  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
DVD-RAM  
DOCUMENTARY  
Cartridge Protection Off  
Disc Protection Off  
Press [e] to select other source titles.  
Playback  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
PLAYLISTS  
Repeat steps 6–7 to add other chapters.  
FLEXIBLE REC  
DV AUTO REC  
8 Press [RETURN].  
Recording  
TIMER RECORDING  
ShowView  
SETUP  
DISC MANAGEMENT  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To Others  
Return  
ENTER  
RETURN  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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Editing and playing playlists/chapters  
Playlist operations  
RAM -RW(VR) (play only)  
Press [w, q] to select “Erase” and press  
[ENTER].  
Erase  
RAM  
1
While stopped  
Playlist information (e.g., time and date) is  
shown.  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
Press [ENTER]  
to exit the screen.  
Properties  
Properties  
RAM -RW(VR)  
Dinosaur  
press [ENTER].  
No.  
01  
Date 20. 6.2004 WED  
Total 0:30.05  
Chapters  
012  
3 Press [e, r] to select “PLAYLISTS”  
ENTER  
RETURN  
and press [ENTER].  
page 28, Creating playlists, Step 5-8  
RAM  
Create  
4
Press [  
e
,
r
,
w
,
q
] to select the playlist.  
Press [w, q] to select “Copy” and press  
RAM  
Copy  
[ENTER].  
To start play Press [ENTER].  
To edit Step 5.  
page 33, Entering text  
Enter  
Name  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
PLAYLIST VIEW  
RAM  
- -  
01  
- -  
page 27, Change Thumbnail  
Change  
Thumbnail  
RAM  
Create  
27. 10. MON 0:30  
- -  
- -  
- -  
To show other pages/Multiple editing (page 26)  
Multiple editing is possible.  
5 Press [SUB MENU], then [e, r] to  
Chapter operations  
RAM  
select the operation and press  
[ENTER].  
Editing chapters in a playlist does not modify the source titles and  
If you select “Edit”, press [e, r] to select the operation and  
source chapters.  
press [ENTER].  
Create  
page 28, Creating playlists, Step 5–7  
Add  
Chapter  
Copy  
Refer to “Playlist  
operations”.  
Enter Name  
Erase  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the position to  
Change Thumbnail  
Properties  
insert the chapter and press [ENTER].  
Edit  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
Move Chapter  
Chapter View  
08  
27. 10. MON 0:30  
001  
---  
002  
---  
---  
---  
Move  
Chapter  
If you select “Chapter View”  
---  
---  
6 Press [e, r, w, q] to select the  
---  
---  
---  
---  
chapter.  
Page 01/01  
Previous  
ENTER  
Next  
To start play Press [ENTER].  
RETURN  
To edit Step 7.  
page 27, Create Chapter  
page 27, Combine Chapters  
page 27, Erase Chapter  
Create  
Chapter  
Combine  
Chapters  
Erase  
PLAYLISTS  
DVD-RAM  
CHAPTER VIEW  
08 27. 10. MON 0:30  
001  
---  
002  
---  
---  
---  
---  
0:00.00  
---  
---  
---  
---  
---  
To show other pages/Multiple editing (page 26)  
Chapter  
7 Press [SUB MENU], then [e, r] to  
Multiple editing is possible.  
select the operation and press  
[ENTER].  
Add Chapter  
Move Chapter  
Refer to “Chapter operations”.  
Create Chapter  
Combine Chapters  
Erase Chapter  
PLAYLIST View  
You can go back to the PLAYLIST View.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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Recording from a video cassette recorder  
ShowView  
1
While stopped  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
MANUAL SKIP  
INPUT  
SELECT  
Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the  
input channel for the equipment you  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
have connected.  
e.g., If you have connected to AV3 input terminals, select “AV3”.  
g
h
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
2 Press [REC MODE] to select the  
recording mode.  
FUNCTIONS  
3 Start play on the other equipment.  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
4 Press [* REC].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
Recording starts.  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
To skip unwanted parts  
Press [h] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.)  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
To stop recording  
Press [g].  
* REC  
REC MODE  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
To record programmes to fill up the remaining space on the disc  
page 16, Flexible Recording  
e.g.,Connecting other video equipment to the AV3 or DV input  
terminals  
Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting.  
Almost all videos and DVD software on sale have been treated  
to prevent illegal copying. Any software that has been so  
treated cannot be recorded using this unit.  
OPEN/CLOSE  
REC  
EXT LINK  
CH  
DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC)  
RAM  
This unit  
When the “DV AUTO REC” function is used, programmes are  
recorded as a title while at the same time chapters are created at  
each break in the images and the playlist is created automatically.  
Preparation  
1
Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the  
equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal (left).  
Turn on the main unit and DV equipment.  
Pause play of the DV equipment at the point you want recording  
to start.  
Yellow White Red  
2
3
When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC,  
change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the SETUP menu ( page 38).  
1
While stopped  
DV cable  
(IEEE 1394,  
4-pin)  
S Video  
cable  
Audio/Video  
cable  
Press [REC MODE] to select the  
recording mode.  
2 Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Other video equipment  
3 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
press [ENTER].  
If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural, connect to  
L/MONO.  
The S VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the  
VIDEO terminal.  
4 Press [e, r] to select “DV AUTO REC”  
and press [ENTER].  
5 Press [w, q] to select “Rec” and press  
[ENTER].  
When recording from the unit’s DV terminal  
Select the type of audio recording from “Audio Mode for DV Input” in  
Recording starts.  
the SETUP menu (page 35).  
When recording from DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder),  
you can record audio/video recordings from DV tape only.  
When recording finishes  
The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER] to finish DV  
automatic recording.  
To stop recording  
Press [g].  
Manual recording  
Note  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
Only one piece of DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder) can  
be connected to the unit via the DV input terminal.  
Preparation  
Connect a video cassette recorder, etc. to this unit’s input  
terminals.  
When recording bilingual programmes  
RAM When both M 1 and M 2 is selected on the connected  
equipment, you can select the audio type in playback.  
-R -RW(V) +R  
It is not possible to operate the unit from the connected DV equipment.  
The DV input on this unit is for use with DV equipment only. (It  
cannot be connected to a computer, etc.)  
The DV equipment name may not be shown correctly.  
Depending on the DV equipment, the images or audio may not be  
input properly.  
Select either M 1 or M 2 on the connected  
equipment. (The selected audio only is  
recorded.)  
The date and time information on the tape of the DV equipment will  
not be recorded.  
You cannot record and play simultaneously.  
When the output signal from the external equipment is NTSC,  
change the “TV System” to “NTSC” in the SETUP menu  
(page 38).  
To reduce noise in input from external equipment (e.g., video  
casette recorder), set “AV-in NR” to “On” (page 25).  
Check the time on the unit is correct.  
If the DV automatic recording function does not work properly,  
check the connections and DV equipment settings, and turn the  
unit off and back on.  
If that does not work, follow the instructions for manual  
recording (left).  
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DISC MANAGEMENT  
ShowView  
Providing a disc with a name  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
MANUAL SKIP  
-R -RW(V) +R  
RAM  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
Preparation  
RAM  
Release protection (left).  
1
While stopped  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
FUNCTIONS  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
press [ENTER].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
3 Press [e, r] to select “DISC  
RETURN  
MANAGEMENT” and press [ENTER].  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Disc Name”  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
and press [ENTER].  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
page 33, Entering text  
The disc name is displayed in the FUNCTIONS window.  
Preparation  
With a finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and  
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit  
+R, the name is displayed on the Top Menu.  
the connections to this unit.  
FUNCTIONS DVD  
DVD-RAM  
DOCUMENTARY  
01/02  
My favorite  
Turn the unit on.  
Cartridge Protection Off  
Disc Protection Off  
01  
02  
Chapter  
Chapter  
1
2
Insert the disc to be managed.  
Playback  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
Setting the protection  
To exit the screen  
RAM  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
1
While stopped  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Erasing all titles–Erase all titles  
RAM  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
press [ENTER].  
Preparation  
Release protection (left).  
3 Press [e, r] to select “DISC  
1
While stopped  
MANAGEMENT” and press [ENTER].  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Disc  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
Protection” and press [ENTER].  
press [ENTER].  
5 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and  
3 Press [e, r] to select “DISC  
press [ENTER].  
DISC  
MANAGEMENT  
DVD-RAM  
MANAGEMENT” and press [ENTER].  
Title No. 11  
Remain 5:38 (EP)  
Used  
0 : 22  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Erase all titles”  
and press [ENTER].  
Disc Name  
Disc Protection  
Erase all titles  
Off  
5 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and press  
[ENTER].  
The lock symbol appears closed when the disc is write-  
protected.  
6 Press [w, q] to select “Start” and  
press [ENTER].  
Setting the protection for the whole disc  
A message appears when finished.  
For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge  
7 Press [ENTER].  
Note  
With the write-protect tab in the protect position,  
play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.  
Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be  
restored. Make certain before proceeding.  
PROTECT  
Erasing all video titles will result in all playlists also being erased.  
Erase does not work if one or more titles are protected.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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DISC MANAGEMENT  
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
Enabling DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video  
format) or +R to be played on other  
equipment–Finalize  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
-R -RW(V) +R  
1
While stopped  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
FUNCTIONS  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
press [ENTER].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
3 Press [e, r] to select “DISC  
RETURN  
MANAGEMENT” and press [ENTER].  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Auto-Play  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
Select” and press [ENTER].  
Press [e, r] to select “Top Menu” or “Title 1” and press  
[ENTER].  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing.  
Top Menu: The top menu appears first.  
Erasing all the contents of a disc  
–Format Disc  
Title 1:  
The disc content is played without displaying the  
top menu.  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Finalize” and  
-RW(V) -RW(VR)  
RAM  
press [ENTER].  
Note  
1
Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].  
Formatting erases all contents, and it cannot be restored.  
Check carefully before proceeding. The contents are erased  
when you format it even if you have set protection.  
2
Press [w, q] to select “Start” and press [ENTER].  
Finalizing starts.  
You cannot cancel finalizing.  
A message appears when finalizing is finished.  
Preparation  
3
Press [ENTER].  
RAM  
Release protection (page 31).  
Note  
1
While stopped  
When finalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it may take  
longer than displayed on the confirmation screen (approximately four  
times).  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
After finalizing  
-R +R  
press [ENTER].  
The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer  
record or edit.  
3 Press [e, r] to select “DISC  
-RW(V)  
You can record and edit the disc after formatting  
(left) although it becomes play-only after finalizing.  
MANAGEMENT” and press [ENTER].  
Titles are divided into about 5-minute chapters.  
This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode  
of recording.  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Format Disc”  
and press [ENTER].  
There is a pause of several seconds between titles and chapters  
5 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and  
during play.  
press [ENTER].  
Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while finalizing. This will  
render the disc unusable.  
Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes.  
6 Press [w, q] to select “Start” and  
press [ENTER].  
A message appears when formatting is finished.  
You cannot finalize DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R  
7 Press [ENTER].  
recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment.  
DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R finalized on this unit  
may not be playable on other players due to the condition of the  
recording.  
Note  
Do not disconnect the AC mains lead while formatting. This  
can render the disc unusable.  
Formatting normally takes a few minutes, however it may take up  
to a maximum of 70 minutes.  
Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs.  
To stop formatting  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN].  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
(You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc  
must be reformatted if you do this.)  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
Formatting cannot be performed on DVD-R, +R or CD-R/RW.  
You can format DVD-RW only as DVD-Video format on this unit.  
When a disc has been formatted using this unit, it may not be  
possible to use it on any other equipment.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
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Entering text  
Using the numbered buttons to enter characters  
e.g., entering the letter “R”  
Numbered  
buttons  
1
Press [7] to move to the 7th row.  
Press [7] twice to highlight “R”.  
Press [ENTER].  
2
ShowView  
MANUAL SKIP  
3
To enter a space  
Press [ CANCEL] and  
press [ENTER].  
To add frequently used names  
Maximum number of registered  
names: 20  
CANCEL  
INPUT SELECT  
CANCEL  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
u, i  
g
h
Maximum number of characters per name: 20  
1
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
Press [i] while the name to be added is shown in  
the name field.  
Press [w] to select “Add” and press [ENTER].  
FUNCTIONS  
2
e, r, w, q  
ENTER  
To cancel adding word  
Press [RETURN].  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
To recall an added name  
1
RETURN  
SUB MENU  
Press [u].  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
2
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the name to be recalled  
and press [ENTER].  
To erase an added name  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
1
Press [u].  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
2
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the name to be erased  
A
B
C
and press [SUB MENU].  
3
4
5
Press [ENTER].  
Press [w] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].  
Press [RETURN].  
RAM  
-R -RW(V) +R  
3 Press [g] (Set).  
You can give names to recorded titles, etc.  
The maximum number of characters:  
Returns to the previously displayed screen.  
-R  
RAM  
Characters  
Characters  
-RW(V) +R  
To end partway  
Press [RETURN].  
Text is not saved.  
Title  
Title  
Disc  
44  
40  
64 (44 )  
64  
Playlist  
Disc  
64  
Changing the unit’s settings  
timer recording  
If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens.  
Common procedures  
1 Show Enter Name screen.  
Title (timer recording)  
(page 17, 18, Step 3)  
(page 26, Step 3)  
(page 29, Step 5)  
1
While stopped  
Title  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Playlist  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
Disc  
(page 31, “Providing a disc with a name”)  
press [ENTER].  
Name field: shows the text you have entered  
3 Press [e, r] to select “SETUP” and  
A
B
Standard Characters  
Other Characters  
Enter Name  
_
Press [A] or [B] to select  
character type and press  
[ENTER].  
press [ENTER].  
1
1
A
D
G
J
2
B
E
H
K
N
Q
U
X
,
3
C
F
I
4
5
a
6
b
e
7
c
f
8
9
$
0
Tabs  
Menus  
Options  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
A
Standard Characters  
(left, Alphabet  
characters etc.)  
d
g
j
/
%
&
h
k
i
#
L
O
R
V
Y
?
l
@
_
Erase  
Add to List  
List Names  
SETUP  
m
n
o
[
]
(
Remote Control  
Clock  
DVD 2  
M
P
T
B
Other Characters  
(below, Umlaut  
characters, accented  
characters etc.)  
S
p
t
q
u
x
'
r
s
{
)
-
v
}
Power Save  
Quick  
Set  
SELECT  
W
.
Z
!
w
"
y
:
z
;
|
\
Tuning  
Disc  
`
Space  
¡
ENTER  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
¢
¬
£
-
¤
¥
¯
¦
˚
§
¨
²
©
³
ª
RETURN  
®
¸
´
4 Press [e, r] to select the tab and  
µ
¿
¹
º
¼
Æ
Á
Ú
ä
î
½
Ç
Ñ
Û
å
ï
¾
È
Ò
Ü
æ
ð
ú
·
À
˚
Â
Ì
Ã
Í
Ä
Î
Å
Ï
press [q].  
É
Ó
Ý
ç
Ê
Ô
Þ
è
Ë
Õ
ß
é
Ö
Ð
ê
×
à
ë
õ
ÿ
Ø
â
ì
Ù
ã
í
5 Press [e, r] to select the menu and  
ñ
û
ò
ü
ó
ý
ô
þ
ö
÷
ø
ù
press [ENTER].  
Space  
6 Press [e, r] to select the option and  
2 Press [e, r, w, q] to select a  
press [ENTER].  
character and press [ENTER].  
Repeat this step to enter other characters.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To erase a character  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the character in the name field  
and press [h].  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
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Changing the unit’s settings  
Refer to the control reference on page 33.  
Summary of settings  
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.  
Tabs  
Menus  
Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)  
Tuning  
Manual (page 37)  
Auto-Setup Restart (page 38)  
Download from TV (page 38)  
Settings for playback  
Disc  
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.  
8 No Limit: All DVD-Video can be played.  
Ratings  
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.  
1 to 7:  
Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding  
ratings recorded on them.  
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password  
with the numbered buttons when the password screen is  
shown.  
0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.  
Unlock Recorder  
Change Password  
Change Level  
Temporary Unlock  
Do not forget your password.  
On: The setting returns to “Off” when you change the disc or  
DVD-Audio Video mode Playback  
Select “On” to play DVD-Video content on some DVD-Audio.  
turn the unit off.  
Off  
Some discs start in a certain English French German Italian  
Spanish  
Soundtrack  
DVD-V  
language despite any  
Dutch  
changes you make here.  
Original: The original language of each disc will be selected.  
Enter a code (page 36)  
Other  
when you selecting  
“Other  
”.  
Automatic: If the language selected for “Soundtrack” is not  
available, subtitles of that language will automatically  
appear if available on that disc.  
Subtitle  
Menus  
DVD-V  
In case of English/French/  
German/Italian/Spanish/  
Dutch languages, when you  
make download from TV,  
and Country setting of Auto-  
Setup in plug-in, the  
English French German Italian  
Spanish  
Dutch  
Other  
language (“Soundtrack”/  
“Menus”) will be same and  
“Subtitle” will set to  
English French German Italian  
Spanish  
DVD-V  
Dutch  
Other  
“Automatic”.  
Settings for recording  
Press [ENTER] to show the following setting.  
EP ( 6Hours ):You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB  
Recording time in EP mode  
disc.  
Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP  
mode (page 14, Recording modes and approximate  
recording times).  
EP ( 8Hours ):You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB  
disc.  
On: Pictures become clear and vivid. Normally, use this setting.  
Off: Select it when recording noisy pictures.  
Picture  
Comb Filter  
Select the picture sharpness when recording.  
The setting is fixed with “On” if you set “TV System” to “NTSC”  
(page 38).  
Automatic:  
Still Mode  
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play  
(page 40, Frames and fields).  
Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected.  
Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen clearly  
when “Automatic” is selected.  
On: The chapters in playlists are played seamlessly. This does  
not work when there are several audio types included on the  
playlist and when using Quick View. Additionally, the  
positioning of chapter segments may change slightly.  
Seamless Play  
Selects the play mode for playlist chapter segments.  
Off: The points where chapters in playlists change are played  
accurately, but the picture may freeze for a moment.  
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Tabs  
Sound  
Menus  
Dynamic Range Compression  
Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)  
On  
Off  
(Dolby Digital only)  
DVD-V  
Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.  
M 1  
M 2  
Bilingual Audio Selection  
Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type when  
recording to DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R.  
You cannot select this when recording from an external source  
onto DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R (except from  
DV equipment connected to this unit’s DV input terminal). Select  
the audio on the other equipment.  
Digital Audio Output  
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (page 9).  
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.  
On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz.  
(Choose when the connected equipment cannot process  
signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)  
Off: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.  
(Choose when the connected equipment can process  
signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)  
Bitstream: When connecting to equipment displaying the  
Dolby Digital logo.  
PCM Down Conversion  
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96  
kHz or 88.2 kHz.  
Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the  
above settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of  
over 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.  
Select how to output the signal.  
If “Bitstream” is selected, the connected  
equipment decodes the signal.  
Dolby Digital  
PCM:  
When connecting to equipment not displaying the  
Dolby Digital logo.  
If “PCM” is selected, this unit decodes the  
signal and output it as 2 channel.  
Bitstream: When connecting to equipment displaying the DTS  
DTS  
logo.  
Note  
PCM:  
When connecting to equipment not displaying the  
DTS logo.  
Not making the proper settings may result  
in noise or some trouble for digital  
recording. To avoid damaging your  
hearing and speakers, turn down the  
volume level.  
Bitstream: When connected to equipment with a built-in  
MPEG  
MPEG decoder.  
PCM:  
When connected to equipment without a built-in  
MPEG decoder.  
Stereo 1: Records audio (L1, R1).  
Audio Mode for DV Input  
You can select the kind of audio when recording from the unit’s Stereo 2: Records added audio such as narration (L2, R2)  
subsequent to original recording.  
DV input terminal (page 30).  
Mix:  
Records both Stereo 1 and Stereo 2.  
When recording bilingual broadcast to a DVD-R, DVD-RW  
(DVD-Video format) or +R, select the type of audio in advance  
from “Bilingual Audio Selection” (above).  
Automatic  
Off  
Display  
On-Screen Messages  
Choose whether to show status messages automatically.  
On  
Off  
Grey Background  
Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the grey  
background when tuner reception is weak.  
Bright  
Dim  
FL Display  
Automatic: The display turns dark during play, and reappears  
momentarily when you press a button. When the  
unit is turned off, all displays disappear. While  
using this mode, the standby power consumption  
can be reduced.  
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.  
This setting is fixed with “Automatic” if you set “Power Save” to  
“On”.  
16:9  
4:3  
Letterbox  
Connection TV Aspect (page 12)  
On  
Off  
Progressive (page 12)  
This setting is fixed with “Off” if you set “AV1 Output” to  
“RGB ( without component )”.  
TV System (page 38)  
AV1 Output  
Selects the output from the AV1 terminal.  
Select “RGB ( without component )” for RGB output.  
Select “Video ( with component )” or “S Video ( with component )”  
for component output.  
PAL  
NTSC  
Video ( with component )  
S Video ( with component )  
RGB ( without component )  
AV2 Settings  
Set to match the connected equipment.  
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.  
RGB / Video  
RGB  
AV2 Input  
Set to “RGB / Video” when receiving or recording RGB  
output from external equipment.  
Video  
S Video  
Decoder: When a decoder is connected to decode  
AV2 Connection  
This setting is fixed with “Ext” if you set “TV System” to  
“NTSC” (page 38).  
scrambled signal (e.g., C+ decoder).  
Ext:  
When the VCR or a digital/satellite receiver is  
connected.  
Ext Link 1: When a digital receiver which transmits a special  
control signal recordings via the 21-pin Scart cable  
is connected.  
Ext Link  
This setting cannot be made when the “TV System” is set to  
“NTSC” (page 38).  
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Changing the unit’s settings  
Refer to the control reference on page 33.  
Tabs  
Others  
Menus  
Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.)  
DVD 1 DVD 2 DVD 3  
Remote Control (page 13)  
Clock  
Auto Clock Setting (page 39)  
Manual Clock Setting (page 39)  
Power Save  
On: Power consumption is minimized when the unit is turned to  
standby (page 40).  
Refer to the following when “Power Save” is set to “On”.  
FL Display” is automatically set to “Automatic” (page  
35).  
Off  
Quick Start” function does not work (automatically set to  
“Off”).  
This function does not work in the timer recording standby  
mode.  
When the unit is off, Pay TV programmes cannot be  
watched on the TV because the signal from the  
connected decoder is not looped through. To watch them,  
turn on the unit.  
Quick Start  
On  
Off  
The Quick Start feature enables this unit to be ready to start  
recording as quick as approx. 1 second after turning it on.  
You can start recording soon after deciding you want to  
record something.  
Only when recording to the DVD-RAM.  
Power consumption is also higher when the unit is turned off  
if this is set to “On”.  
If this is set to “On”, “Power Save” is automatically turned to  
“Off”.  
English Deutsch Français Italiano Español  
Nederlands  
Language  
Choose the language for these menus and the on-screen  
messages.  
Shipping Condition  
Yes  
All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password  
and time settings return to the factory preset. The timer  
recording programmes are also cancelled.  
Default Settings  
All the settings except for the programmed channels, time  
settings, country settings, language settings, disc language  
settings, ratings level, ratings password and remote control  
code return to the factory presets.  
No  
Yes  
No  
Language code list Enter the code with the numbered buttons.  
Abkhazian:  
Afar:  
6566 Catalan:  
6565 Chinese:  
6570 Corsican:  
8381 Croatian:  
6577 Czech:  
6582 Danish:  
7289 Dutch:  
6583 English:  
6589 Esperanto:  
6590 Estonian:  
6665 Faroese:  
6985 Fiji:  
6765 Gujarati:  
9072 Hausa:  
6779 Hebrew:  
7282 Hindi:  
7185 Lingala:  
7678 Rhaeto-Romance:  
7684  
Tamil:  
8465  
8484  
8469  
8472  
6679  
8473  
8479  
8482  
8475  
8487  
8575  
8582  
8590  
8673  
8679  
6789  
8779  
8872  
7473  
8979  
9085  
7265 Lithuanian:  
7387 Macedonian: 7775 Romanian:  
7273 Malagasy:  
7285 Malay:  
7383 Malayalam:  
7378 Maltese:  
7365 Maori:  
7165 Marathi:  
7384 Moldavian:  
7465 Mongolian:  
7487 Nauru:  
7578 Nepali:  
7583 Norwegian:  
7575 Oriya:  
8277 Tatar:  
8279 Telugu:  
8285 Thai:  
Afrikaans:  
Albanian:  
Ameharic:  
Arabic:  
Armenian:  
Assamese:  
Aymara:  
Azerbaijani:  
Bashkir:  
Basque:  
7771 Russian:  
7783 Samoan:  
7776 Sanskrit:  
6783 Hungarian:  
6865 Icelandic:  
7876 Indonesian:  
6978 Interlingua:  
6979 Irish:  
8377 Tibetan:  
8365 Tigrinya:  
7784 Scots Gaelic: 7168 Tonga:  
7773 Serbian: 8382 Turkish:  
7782 Serbo-Croatian:8372 Turkmen:  
6984 Italian:  
7779 Shona:  
7778 Sindhi:  
7865 Singhalese:  
7869 Slovak:  
7879 Slovenian:  
7982 Somali:  
8378 Twi:  
8368 Ukrainian:  
8373 Urdu:  
7079 Japanese:  
7074 Javanese:  
7073 Kannada:  
7082 Kashmiri:  
7089 Kazakh:  
7176 Kirghiz:  
7565 Korean:  
6869 Kurdish:  
6976 Laotian:  
7576 Latin:  
Bengali; Bangla:  
Finnish:  
8375 Uzbek:  
8376 Vietnamese:  
8379 Volapük:  
6983 Welsh:  
8385 Wolof:  
8387 Xhosa:  
8386 Yiddish:  
8476 Yoruba:  
8471 Zulu:  
6678 French:  
6890 Frisian:  
6672 Galician:  
6682 Georgian:  
6671 German:  
7789 Greek:  
Bhutani:  
Bihari:  
Breton:  
Bulgarian:  
Burmese:  
7589 Pashto, Pushto: 8083 Spanish:  
7579 Persian:  
7585 Polish:  
7679 Portuguese:  
7665 Punjabi:  
7065 Sudanese:  
8076 Swahili:  
8084 Swedish:  
8065 Tagalog:  
8185 Tajik:  
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Cambodian: 7577 Guarani:  
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7178 Latvian, Lettish: 7686 Quechua:  
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Pos  
To change the programme position in which the  
TV stations are assigned  
Tuning  
Press [e, r] or numbered buttons to select the  
number of the desired programme position and  
press [ENTER].  
1
While stopped  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
Name  
Channel  
To enter or change the name of a TV station  
Press [e, r, w, q] to enter station name and press  
[ENTER].  
If the station name needs a blank space, select the  
blank between “Z” and “ ”.  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
press [ENTER].  
To enter newly available TV stations or change  
the channel number of an already tuned TV  
station  
Press [e, r] or the numbered buttons to enter the  
channel number of the desired TV station.  
Wait a few moments until the desired TV station has  
been tuned.  
3 Press [e, r] to select “SETUP” and  
press [ENTER].  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Tuning” and  
press [q].  
After the desired TV station is tuned, press  
[ENTER].  
SETUP  
Manual  
Auto-Setup Restart  
Download from TV  
Tuning  
Fine  
Tuning  
To obtain the best tuning condition  
Press [e, r] to adjust the best tuning condition  
and press [ENTER].  
Disc  
Press [q] to return to “Auto”.  
To preset pay TV stations  
Manual  
Decoder  
You can add or delete channels, or change programme positions.  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Manual” and  
press [ENTER].  
Press [e, r] to select “On” and press [ENTER].  
Video  
System  
To select the video system type  
Press [e, r] to select “PALor “SECAM” if the  
picture lacks colour, and press [ENTER].  
Auto:  
This unit automatically distinguishes PAL  
and SECAM signals.  
Manual Tuning  
Pos Name Ch  
Pos Name Ch  
1
2
ARD  
ZDF  
N3  
HR3  
BR3  
4
2
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
PAL:  
For receiving PAL signals.  
3
4
5
5
8
10  
SECAM: For receiving SECAM signals.  
Audio  
Mode  
To select the audio reception type  
If sound quality is poor, press [e, r] to select items  
and press [ENTER].  
6
7
8
9
SELECT  
ENTER  
RETURN  
Move  
10  
Delete  
Add  
A
B
C
BG: PAL B.G.H/SECAM B.G  
L: SECAM L,L’  
Mono  
To select the type of sound to be recorded  
Press [e, r] to select “On” if the stereo sound is  
distorted due to inferior reception conditions, or if  
you want to record the normal (mono) sound during  
a stereo, bilingual or NICAM broadcast, and press  
[ENTER].  
To delete a programme position  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select a programme position and press [A].  
To add a blank programme position  
Press [e, r, w, q] to select a programme position and press [B].  
To move a TV station to another programme position  
Title Page  
To enter the Teletext title page for a channel  
1
Press [e, r, w, q] to select a programme position and press [C].  
Entering title page number allows the unit to  
automatically record programme and station  
names.  
Press [e, r] or numbered buttons to enter the  
number and press [ENTER].  
2
Press [e, r, w, q] to select the new programme position to  
which you want to assign the TV station and press [ENTER].  
Note  
To find the correct title page for the station, refer to  
If Preset Download (page 10) has been performed, only deletion  
of the programme position can be performed.  
its Teletext TV guide.  
You can make the following two settings by selecting the external  
input channel (AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4) in step 5.  
To change the tuning settings for individual  
Video System (Auto/PAL/SECAM)  
programme position  
In order to record properly, make the appropriate settings to match  
the connected equipment.  
Title Page (Auto/Off)  
6 Press [e, r, w, q] to select a  
programme position and press  
[ENTER].  
Pos  
Name  
Channel  
1
ARD  
4
Manual  
Tuning  
Fine Tuning Auto  
Decoder  
Video System  
Audio Mode  
Mono  
Off  
Auto  
BG  
CHANGE  
Off  
RETURN  
Title Page  
301  
RETURN : leave  
Press [e, r] to select an item and press [q].  
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Changing the unit’s settings  
Refer to the control reference on page 33.  
Auto-Setup Restart, Download from TV  
TV System  
Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to record  
NTSC video from another source.  
You can restart auto channel setting if Preset Download or Auto-  
Setup (page 10, 11) fails for some reason.  
After performing steps 1–4 (page 37)  
1
While stopped  
Auto-Setup Restart  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Auto-Setup  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and  
Restart” and press [ENTER].  
The confirmation screen appears.  
press [ENTER].  
6 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and  
3 Press [e, r] to select “SETUP” and  
press [ENTER].  
press [ENTER].  
7 Press [e, r, w, q] to select a country  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Connection”  
and press [ENTER].  
and press [q].  
Download from TV  
5 Press [e, r] to select “TV System”  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Download from  
and press [ENTER].  
TV” and press [ENTER].  
6 Press [e, r] to select the TV system  
The confirmation screen appears.  
and press [ENTER].  
6 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and  
TV System  
SETUP  
press [ENTER].  
PAL  
NTSC  
Tuning  
Download starts.  
Disc  
Picture  
PAL (factory preset)  
Select when connecting to a PAL or Multi-system  
television. Programmes recorded using NTSC are played  
as PAL 60.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To return to the previous screen  
Select to record television programmes and PAL input from  
other equipment.  
Press [RETURN].  
Tuner System/List of TV Reception Channels  
RF converter output: Not provided  
NTSC  
Select when connecting to a NTSC television. Television  
programmes cannot be recorded properly.  
Select to record NTSC input from other equipment.  
Tuner  
System  
Channel  
Coverage  
VHF  
UHF  
CATV  
E2-E12,  
A-H2  
S01-S05 (S1-S3)  
The confirmation screen appears.  
7 Press [w, q] to select “Yes” and  
press [ENTER].  
PAL-BGH,  
CCIR  
21-69 S1-S20 (M1-U10)  
S21-S41  
SECAM-BG  
(Italy)  
B-Q  
(100.5 to 299.5 MHz)  
SECAM-L,L’  
France  
2-10  
21-69  
S21-S41  
(299.5 to 467.25 MHz)  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
List of TV Reception Channels  
Channel  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
TV Channel  
Indication  
Germany/Italy  
France  
Other Countries  
To change the setting all at once (PAL←→NTSC)  
While stopped, press and hold [g] and [; OPEN/CLOSE] on the  
main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds.  
2-4  
2-4  
5-10, G-J  
(172.00 to  
220.00 MHz)  
(INTER BANDE)  
E2-E10  
5-10  
E2-E12  
E11-E12  
(Germany)  
H1-H2 (Italy)  
11-12  
13-20  
21-69  
74-78  
80  
A-H (Only Italy)  
E21-E69  
S01-S05  
S1  
E21-E69  
E21-E69  
S1-S5  
M1  
B-F (100.00 to  
172.00 MHz)  
81-89  
90-99  
S2-S10  
S11-S0  
M2-M10  
U1-U10  
(INTER BANDE)  
K-Q (220.00 to  
300.00 MHz)  
(INTER BANDE)  
S21-S41(299.25  
to 467.25 MHz)  
(INTER BANDE)  
S21-S41  
(Hyperband)  
S21-S41  
(Hyperband)  
121-141  
Only for 8 MHz channel raster  
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Clock settings  
Usually, the unit’s Preset Download or Auto-Setup function (page 10, 11) automatically adjusts the clock to correct time. Under some  
reception conditions, however, the unit cannot set the clock automatically.  
In this case, follow the operation steps below to manually set the clock.  
In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes.  
1
While stopped  
Press [FUNCTIONS].  
2 Press [e, r] to select “To Others” and press [ENTER].  
3 Press [e, r] to select “SETUP” and press [ENTER].  
4 Press [e, r] to select “Others” and press [q].  
5 Press [e, r] to select “Clock” and press [ENTER].  
Auto Clock Setting  
Manual Clock Setting  
If a TV station transmits a time setting signal, and when “Automatic”  
in the Clock setting menu is set to “On”, the automatic time  
correction function checks the time and if necessary it is adjusted  
several times every day.  
6 Press [e, r] to select “Off” of  
“Automatic” and press [ENTER].  
Clock  
6 Press [e, r] to select “On” of  
Automatic Off  
“Automatic” and press [ENTER].  
Time  
15  
Date  
1
Auto clock setting starts.  
:
45  
:
39  
.
8
.
2005  
No.  
0
9
The following screen appears when setting is complete.  
Please set clock manually.  
ENTER: store RETURN: leave  
CHANGE  
ENTER  
SELECT  
Clock  
RETURN  
On  
Automatic  
Date  
7 Press [w, q] to select the item you  
Time  
15  
:
45  
:
39  
1
.
8
.
2005  
want to change.  
The items change as follows:  
Automatic clock setting completed.  
ENTER: access RETURN: leave  
CHANGE  
ENTER  
Hour  
Minute  
Second  
Day  
Month  
Year  
RETURN  
To stop partway  
Press [RETURN].  
8 Press [e, r] to change the setting.  
You can also use the numbered buttons for setting.  
If the unit cannot set the clock automatically, set the clock  
manually (right, “Manual Clock Setting” Step 6).  
9 Press [ENTER] when you have  
finished the settings.  
The clock starts.  
To exit the screen  
Press [RETURN] several times.  
To return to the previous screen  
Press [RETURN].  
Child Lock  
SKIP  
SLOW/SEARCH  
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 [ENTER]  
and [RETURN]  
simultaneously until  
DIRECT NAVIGATOR  
TOP MENU  
FUNCTIONS  
ENTER  
“X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display.  
SUB MENU  
RETURN  
If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD” appears  
on the unit’s display and operation is impossible.  
RETURN  
PROG/CHECK  
DISPLAY  
STATUS TIME SLIP  
To cancel the Child Lock  
Press and hold [ENTER] and [RETURN] simultaneously until  
“X HOLD” disappears.  
REC REC MODE EXT LINK  
TIMER  
F Rec  
CREATE  
AUDIO CHAPTER ERASE  
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Specifications  
Recording System  
DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM),  
Television System (page 38)  
Video  
Video System:  
DVD-Video format (DVD-R),  
DVD-Video format (DVD-RW)  
Recordable discs  
SECAM (only input)/PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields  
DVD-RAM :  
Ver. 2.0  
Ver. 2.1/3×–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0  
Ver. 2.2/5×–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0  
for General Ver. 2.0  
NTSC colour signal, 525 lines, 60 fields  
MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)  
Recording System:  
Video In (SECAM/PAL/NTSC):  
AV1/AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (pin jack) 1 Vp-p 75 , termination  
S-Video In (SECAM/PAL/NTSC):  
DVD-R :  
for General Ver. 2.0/4×–SPEED DVD-R Revision 1.0  
for General Ver. 2.x/8×–SPEED DVD-R Revision 3.0  
AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (S terminal) 1 Vp-p 75 , termination  
DVD-RW :  
+R :  
Ver. 1.1  
RGB In (PAL):  
AV2 (21 pin) 0.7 Vp-p (PAL) 75 , termination  
Ver. 1.1/2×–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 1.0  
Ver. 1.2/4×–SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0  
Video Out (PAL/NTSC):  
AV1/AV2 (21 pin), Video Out (pin jack) 1 Vp-p 75 , termination  
S-Video Out (PAL/NTSC):  
AV1 (21 pin), S-Video Out (S terminal) 1 Vp-p 75 , termination  
RGB Out (PAL/NTSC):  
Ver. 1.0  
Ver. 1.1  
Ver. 1.2  
Recording Time  
AV1 (21 pin) 0.7 Vp-p (PAL) 75 , termination  
Component video output (NTSC 480p/480i, PAL 576p/576i)  
Y: 1.0 Vp-p 75 , termination  
Maximum 8 hours (with 4.7 GB disc)  
XP: Approx. 1 hour  
LP: Approx. 4 hours  
Playable discs  
SP: Approx. 2 hours  
EP: Approx. 6 hours/8 hours  
PB: 0.7 Vp-p 75 , termination  
PR: 0.7 Vp-p 75 , termination  
DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio,  
CD-Audio (CD-DA), Video CD, SVCD , CD-R/RW (MP3, CD-DA,  
Video CD, SVCD , JPEG formatted discs)  
LASER Specification  
DV input (PAL/NTSC)  
Others  
IEEE 1394 Standard, 4 pin  
Region Code:  
# 2  
5 to 40 °C  
10 to 80 % RH (no condensation)  
AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz  
25 W  
Operating Temperature:  
Operating Humidity range:  
Power supply:  
Power consumption:  
Dimensions (W×D×H):  
Mass:  
Class 1 LASER Product  
Wave Length:  
Laser Power:  
780 nm (CDs), 662 nm (DVDs)  
Approx. 430 mm × 337 mm × 63 mm  
Approx. 3.6 kg  
No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection  
NORSK  
Bølgelengde:  
Laserstyrke:  
Audio  
Recording System:  
Audio In:  
Input Level:  
Input Impedance:  
Audio Out:  
Output Level:  
Output Impedance:  
780 nm (CD), 662 nm (DVD)  
Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut  
Power consumption in standby mode:  
approx. 3 W (Power Save mode)  
Dolby Digital 2ch  
AV1/AV2 (21 pin), AV3/AV4 (pin jack)  
Standard: 0.5 Vrms, Full scale: 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz  
More than 10 kΩ  
AV1/AV2 (21 pin), Audio Out (pin jack)  
Standard: 0.5 Vrms, Full scale: 2.0 Vrms at 1 kHz  
Less than 1 kΩ  
Note  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Mass and dimensions are approximate.  
Conforming to IEC62107.  
Digital Audio Out:Optical terminal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG)  
Glossary  
Bitstream  
Finalize  
A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R etc.  
possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize  
DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R on this unit.  
After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer  
record or edit. You can record after formatting although it becomes  
play-only after finalizing, when you use DVD-RW.  
This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel)  
before it is decoded into its various channels.  
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  
CPRM compatible recorders and discs.  
Formatting  
Dolby Digital  
Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM  
recordable on recording equipment.  
You can format DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (only as DVD-Video format)  
on this unit.  
This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby  
Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can  
also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can  
be recorded on one disc using this method.  
Formatting erases irrevocably all contents.  
Down-mixing  
Frames and fields  
This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on  
some discs into two channels for stereo output. It is useful when you  
want to listen to the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through  
your television’s speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this  
unit can then only output the front two channels.  
Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see  
on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.  
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DTS (Digital Theater Systems)  
This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good  
separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are  
possible.  
Frame  
Field  
Field  
A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but  
Dynamic range  
picture quality is generally better.  
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound  
that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest  
level of sound before distortion occurs. Dynamic range compression  
means reducing the gap between the loudest and softest sounds.  
This means you can listen at low volumes but still hear dialog clearly.  
A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but  
there is no blurring.  
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)  
This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures.  
If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras etc.,  
the data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The  
feature of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering  
the degree of compression.  
Film and video  
DVD-Video are recorded using either film or video. This unit can  
determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable  
method of progressive output.  
For PAL  
Film is 25 frames per second.  
Video is 50 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).  
For NTSC  
Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture film generally  
being 24 frames per second.  
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)  
An audio compression method that compresses audio to  
approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of  
audio quality. You can play MP3 you have recorded onto CD-R and  
CD-RW.  
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Glossary  
Pan & Scan/Letterbox  
Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video  
recorded on media such as DVD-Video.  
Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.  
Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p  
input terminals are progressive compatible.  
In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be  
viewed on a widescreen television (16:9 aspect ratio), so images  
often don’t fit regular (4:3 aspect ratio) televisions. Two styles of  
picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.  
Protection  
Pan& Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture  
fills the screen.  
You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or  
erasure protection.  
Sampling frequency  
Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave  
(analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital  
encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per  
second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the  
original sound.  
Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and  
bottom of the picture so the picture  
itself appears in an aspect ratio of  
16:9.  
Thumbnail  
Playback control (PBC)  
This refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display  
If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and  
multiple pictures in the form of a list.  
information with menus.  
(This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 1.1.)  
TIFF (Tag Image File Format)  
Progressive/Interlace  
This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures.  
A common format for storing high quality images on digital cameras  
and other devices.  
The PAL video signal standard has 625 (or 576) interlaced (i) scan  
lines, whereas progressive scanning, called 625p (or 576p), uses  
twice the number of scan lines. For the NTSC standard, these are  
called 525i (or 480i) and 525p (or 480p) respectively.  
Q Link  
This function does not work during the following operations: Preset  
Download, Auto-Setup, Auto Clock Setting and Manual Tuning.  
This function works only if the unit is connected via a fully wired 21-  
pin Scart cable to a TV featuring the Q Link or similar function.  
Q Link offers the following functions:  
On-Screen Messages  
When you are watching a TV programme, the following messages  
appear on the TV screen to inform you of the unit’s condition:  
Download from the TV  
When you connect the unit to a TV, the station list data is  
automatically copied from the TV to the unit, and the TV stations  
are assigned to the programme positions on the unit in the same  
order as on the TV.  
Message  
Message appears when:  
This programme has A timer recording has just started.  
already started  
Direct TV Recording  
Set DVD to timer  
standby mode  
The unit is not in the timer standby mode  
10 minutes before the programmed  
recording start time (message appears  
every minute during these 10 minutes).  
By simply pressing [* DIRECT TV REC], you can at once record  
the same programme that you are watching on the TV.  
TV/DVD Auto On  
Even if the TV and the unit are off (standby mode), pressing [q]  
(PLAY), [DIRECT NAVIGATOR, TOP MENU], [ShowView] or  
[PROG/CHECK] automatically turns on both the TV and the unit.  
If the TV is off (standby mode) and the unit is on, when you press  
[FUNCTIONS] or [q] (PLAY), or insert the disc [except DVD-RAM,  
DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R], the TV  
automatically is turned on.  
DVD is in timer  
recording mode  
[* REC] on the main unit or [ShowView]  
was pressed while the unit is in the timer  
recording mode.  
Depending on the type of TV used, the above messages may not  
appear correctly.  
These operations are only available if the unit is connected to a TV  
featuring the Q Link function.  
DVD Auto Standby  
When you turn the TV off, the unit is turned off as well. However,  
this function works in the stop mode.  
VPS (Video Programme System)/PDC (Programme Delivery Control)  
VPS or PDC is a very convenient system which records exactly from beginning to end of the TV programmes set in timer recording, even if the  
actual broadcasting time differs from the scheduled time due to delayed start or extension of the programme duration. Also, if a programme is  
interrupted, for example, some special news is inserted, the recording will be paused automatically and resumed when the programme continues.  
Depending on the signals sent from the TV stations, the VPS/PDC system may not work properly even when “VPS/PDC” has been set to “ON”.  
Please check with the broadcasters in your area for details.  
In the case of VPS/PDC recording, use the correct time (VPS/PDC time) for recording the TV programmes.  
Set “VPS/PDC” to “OFF” when the recording time is not the correct time (VPS/PDC time).  
VPS/PDC recording is not performed when the time (VPS/PDC time) is incorrect, even if only by one minute. To find out the correct time (VPS/  
PDC time), consult Teletext, a newspaper or magazine, or other source.  
If the actual broadcasting times of timer recordings overlap (regardless of whether they are VPS/PDC controlled), the recording that starts first  
always has priority, and the recording of the later programme will start only after the first timer recording has finished.  
When the VPS/PDC signal drops out because the broadcast signal is weak, or when a TV station does not transmit a regular VPS/PDC signal,  
the timer recording will be performed in the normal mode (without VPS/PDC) even if it was programmed for VPS/PDC.  
In this case, even if the timer recording is performed, whatever has been programmed will not be cancelled at that particular time but at 4 a.m.  
two days later.  
The start times of scheduled programmes listed in the newspaper or magazine may be changed at a later date. Set “VPS/PDC” to “OFF” when  
programming a programme whose start time has been subsequently changed. Particular care must be taken in this respect with SHOWVIEW  
programming since “VPS/PDC” is automatically set to “ON” in some countries (below).  
If a programme listed in a newspaper or magazine has two SHOWVIEW numbers, use the SHOWVIEW number for VPS/PDC if you wish to proceed  
with VPS/PDC recording using SHOWVIEW programming.  
The default settings for “VPS/PDC” differ depending on the country concerned. Refer to the following table.  
When SHOWVIEW  
programming  
When the SHOWVIEW programming start  
time is changed  
When programming  
manually  
Belgium, Netherlands, Sweden,  
Denmark, Finland, Norway, France  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
Germany, Switzerland, Austria  
Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece,  
Other Countries  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
If the broadcasting station is not transmitting VPS/PDC signals, “---” appears in the menu for timer programming under “VPS/PDC”.  
The beginnings of recordings may not be recorded correctly in some cases.  
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Frequently asked questions  
Set up  
Page  
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DVD-Video:  
What equipment is necessary to play multi  
channel surround sound?  
You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an  
amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder.  
DVD-Audio:  
This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel  
surround sound.  
You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier etc.  
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Are the headphones and speakers directly  
connected to the unit?  
If you have a regular television (CRT: cathode ray tube) we recommend using  
the Scart terminal. You can enjoy high-quality RGB video from this unit by  
connecting to an RGB compatible television.  
If you have an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector compatible with  
progressive scan, connect through the component video terminals for high-  
quality progressive video.  
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The television has a Scart terminal and  
component video input terminal. Which  
terminal should I connect with?  
If you have a CRT television that is compatible with progressive scan, we  
cannot recommend progressive output as some flickering can occur.  
All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p  
input terminals are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another  
brand of television.  
Is my television progressive output  
compatible?  
Disc  
You cannot play DVD-Video if their region number are not supported by this  
Cover  
Can I play DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and Video  
CDs bought in another country?  
player.  
The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. You  
Can a DVD-Video that does not have a region  
number be played?  
cannot play discs that do not have a region number.  
This unit records and plays DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, and  
plays DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) and +RW.  
This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible DVD-R,  
DVD-RW, +R discs.  
4, 5  
Please tell me about DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R  
and +RW compatibility with this unit.  
This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs (audio recording discs) which have been  
recorded under one of the following standards: CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD  
(conforming to IEC62107), MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
Close the session or finalize the disc after recording. This unit can recognize  
up to 99 folders (groups) and 999 files (tracks) on a disc with MP3 or still  
pictures (JPEG/TIFF).  
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Please tell me about CD-R and CD-RW  
compatibility with this unit.  
You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.  
Recording  
Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected;  
Can I record from a commercially purchased  
video cassette or DVD?  
therefore, recording is usually not possible.  
You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the  
disc on this unit. However depending on the condition of the recording, the  
quality of the disc and capabilities of the DVD player, play may not be possible.  
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Can DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video Format)  
and +R recorded on this unit be played on  
other equipment?  
You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on this unit are for  
output only. (The audio recorded using the unit’s DV input terminal from a  
digital video camcorder, for example, is recorded digitally.)  
Can I record digital audio signals using this  
unit?  
You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the  
“Digital Audio Output” settings to the following from the SETUP menu.  
PCM Down Conversion: On  
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Can a digital audio signal from this unit be  
recorded to other equipment?  
Dolby Digital/DTS/MPEG: PCM  
However, only  
As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted.  
As long as the recording equipment is compatible with a sampling frequency  
of 48 kHz.  
You cannot record MP3 signals.  
With DVD-RAM, you can. Just press [AUDIO].  
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Can I switch to bilingual broadcast during  
recording?  
With DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R, you cannot. Change before  
recording with the “Bilingual Audio Selection” in the SETUP menu.  
Optional Accessories  
Product numbers correct as of April 2005. These may be subject to change.  
DVD-RAM 9.4 GB, double-sided, type 4 cartridge: LM-AD240ME (compatible with high speed recording 5X)  
LM-AD240LE (compatible with high speed recording 3X)  
4.7 GB, single-sided, type 2 cartridge: LM-AB120ME (compatible with high speed recording 5X)  
LM-AB120LE (compatible with high speed recording 3X)  
4.7 GB, single-sided, non-cartridge:  
LM-AF120ME (compatible with high speed recording 5X)  
LM-AF120LE (compatible with high speed recording 3X)  
LM-RF120ME (compatible with high speed recording 8X)  
LM-RF120LE (compatible with high speed recording 4X)  
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DVD-R  
4.7 GB, single-sided, non-cartridge:  
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Error messages  
On the television  
Page  
The programme was copy-protected.  
The disc may be full.  
There are already 99 recorded titles (  
Cannot finish recording  
completely.  
49 recorded titles).  
+R  
You tried to play a title recorded using a different encoding system from that of the TV system  
Cannot playback.  
TV system is different from the  
setting.  
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currently selected on the unit.  
Alter the “TV System” setting on this unit to suit.  
To playback, please change  
the TV System in SETUP.  
The disc may be dirty or scratched.  
Cannot record on the disc.  
Unable to format.  
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Please check the disc.  
Cannot record. Disc is full.  
Create space by erasing any unnecessary titles. RAM -RW(V)  
(Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R or the +R, there is no increase in disc  
space.)  
Use a new disc.  
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Cannot record. Maximum  
numbers of titles exceeded.  
Press [ENTER] to start recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while it is recovering  
Error has occurred. Please  
press ENTER.  
(“SELF CHECK” appears on the unit’s display).  
The disc may be upside down.  
No disc  
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There may be a problem with the disc. Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to remove it and check it for  
Please change the disc.  
scratches or dirt. (The unit turns off automatically after you open the tray.)  
The unit cannot record on the disc you inserted. Insert a DVD-RAM or unfinalized DVD-R,  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R.  
You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM or DVD-RW. Format the disc with this unit.  
This is a non-recordable disc.  
4, 5  
This disc is not formatted  
properly.  
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The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.  
5
On the unit’s display  
The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote  
control.  
13  
REMOTE DVD  
(“ ” stands for a number.)  
Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number  
button at the same time for more than 2 seconds.  
If there is no change after turning the unit on and off, consult the dealer where the unit was  
HARD ERR  
NO READ  
purchased.  
The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot record, play, or edit.  
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The message may appear when the lens cleaner has finished cleaning.  
Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to eject the disc.  
There are already 16 timer programmes. Delete unnecessary timer programmes.  
PROG FULL  
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There was something unusual detected with the disc while recording, playing or  
transferring(dubbing), there was a power failure or the AC plug was disconnected while the  
unit was on. The unit is carrying out its recovery process. This process restores the unit to  
normal operation. The unit is not broken. Wait until the message disappears.  
SELF CHECK  
You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play or record on.  
UNSUPPORT  
UNFORMAT  
4, 5  
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You have inserted a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW that is unformatted or recorded on other  
equipment.  
The unit is hot.  
U59  
The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until the message  
disappears.  
Select a position with good ventilation when installing the unit. Do not block the vent on the  
rear of the unit.  
The unit fails to operate properly. Press [8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.  
U99  
Now press [8] on the main unit again to turn the unit on.  
The Child Lock function is activated.  
X HOLD  
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Press and hold [ENTER] and [RETURN] simultaneously until “X HOLD” disappears.  
Maintenance  
The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the  
environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust.  
Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.  
Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and  
viewing pleasure.  
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it  
impossible to record or play discs.  
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.  
Use the DVD lens cleaner (RP-CL720E) about once every year,  
depending on frequency of use and the operating environment.  
Read the lens cleaner’s instructions carefully before use.  
Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.  
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Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that  
came with the cloth carefully.  
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Troubleshooting guide  
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart  
do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.  
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:  
Regular disc rotating sounds. The sound of the disc rotating may  
become louder especially when finalizing a DVD-R,  
DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R.  
Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.  
Image disturbance during search.  
Interruptions in reception due to periodic satellite broadcasting breaks.  
Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using  
a Panasonic disc.)  
The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated.  
(Press and hold [8] on the main unit for 10 seconds.)  
Power  
Page  
No power.  
Insert the AC mains lead securely into a known active AC mains socket.  
Timer recording is in recording standby. Press [z TIMER] to cancel the recording standby.  
Linked timer recordings with external equipment is in recording standby (“EXT Link” on the unit’s  
7, 8  
17, 18  
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Unit does not turn on pressing  
[^ DVD].  
display blinks when [ DVD] is pressed). Press [EXT LINK] to cancel the recording standby.  
^
The unit switches to the  
standby mode.  
One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [8] on the main unit to turn the unit on.  
Displays  
The display is dim.  
“0:00” is flashing on the unit’s display.  
The clock is not correct.  
Change “FL Display” in the SETUP menu.  
Set the clock.  
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Under adverse reception conditions, etc., the automatic time correction function may not work.  
In this case, “Automatic” is automatically turned to “Off”. If re-setting the Auto Clock Setting  
does not work, set the time manually.  
The time recorded on the disc  
and the available time shown  
do not add up.  
The play time shown for MP3  
does not agree with the actual  
time.  
Times shown may disagree with actual times.  
Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R or the +R, there is no increase in disc space.  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last  
recorded title is erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
More disc space than the actual recording time is used after recording or editing the DVD-R or  
the +R 200 times or more.  
While searching, the elapsed time may not display correctly.  
“SELF CHECK” is displayed  
and the disc cannot be  
ejected.  
The unit is carrying out the recovery process. Do the following to eject the disc.  
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Press [8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.  
If the unit doesn't switch to standby, press and hold [8] on the main unit for about 10  
seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.  
While the unit is off, press and hold [g] and [CH 1] on the main unit at the same time for  
about 5 seconds. Remove the disc.  
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TV screen and video  
Television reception worsens  
after connecting the unit.  
This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. It  
can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers.  
Status messages do not appear.  
Select “Automatic” in “On-Screen Messages” in the SETUP menu.  
Select “On” in “Grey Background” in the SETUP menu.  
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The grey background does not  
appear.  
The 4:3 aspect ratio picture  
expands left and right.  
Screen size is wrong.  
Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, set  
“Progressive” in the Picture menu to “Off”.  
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Check the settings for “TV Aspect” in the SETUP menu.  
12  
25  
There is a lot of after-image  
when playing video.  
Set “Playback NR” in the Picture menu to “Off”.  
When playing DVD-Video  
using progressive output, one  
part of the picture  
momentarily appears to be  
doubled up.  
Set “Progressive” in the Picture menu to “Off”. This problem is caused by the editing method or  
material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.  
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There is no apparent change  
in picture quality when  
The effect is less perceivable with some types of video.  
adjusted with the Picture  
menu in the on-screen menus.  
The images from this unit do  
not appear on the television.  
Make sure that the television is connected to the AV1 terminal, VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO  
OUT terminal or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on this unit.  
Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., AV1) is correct.  
The television isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold [g] and [q/x1.3] on the  
main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace.  
7, 8  
Picture is distorted.  
Sound  
No sound.  
Low volume.  
Distorted sound.  
Cannot hear the desired audio  
type.  
Check the connections and settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have  
connected one.  
7–9, 35  
Press [AUDIO] to select the audio.  
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25  
Turn off V.S.S. in the following cases.  
–When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs.  
–When playing bilingual broadcast programmes.  
The disc may have a restriction on the method of audio output. If “D. MIX” does not appear in  
the display when playing multi-channel DVD-Audio, only audio for the two front channels will be  
output. Refer to the disc’s jacket.  
Cannot switch audio.  
You cannot change the audio type when a DVD-R, a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or a +R is in  
the disc tray.  
You cannot change the audio type when playing a DVD-R, a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or a  
+R. (You can select “M 1” or “M 2” in “Bilingual Audio Selection” in the SETUP menu before recording.)  
You have used digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables  
(analog connection).  
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Cannot operate the television.  
The remote control doesn’t  
work.  
Change manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the  
code.  
The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote  
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control.  
Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at  
the same time for more than 2 seconds.  
The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.  
Coloured glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission.  
Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight exposure.  
The child lock function is activated.  
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The unit is on but cannot be  
operated.  
Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.  
The unit is hot (“U59” appears on the display). Wait for “U59” to disappear.  
One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.  
Reset the unit as follows:  
Press [8] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.  
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [8] on the main unit for about 10 seconds.  
The unit is forcibly switched to standby.  
Alternatively, disconnect the AC mains lead, wait one minute, then reconnect it.  
Cannot eject disc.  
Timer recording is in recording standby. Press [z TIMER] to cancel the recording standby.  
17, 18  
19  
Linked timer recordings with external equipment is in recording standby (“EXT Link” on the unit’s  
display blinks when [ DVD] is pressed). Press [EXT LINK] to cancel the recording standby.  
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The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [g] and [CH 1] on the main  
unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.  
If the Child Lock function is activated, above operation does not work. Cancel the Child Lock function.  
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Cannot tune channels.  
Check the connections.  
You must connect to a television equipped with the Q Link function with a fully wired 21-pin  
Scart cable to download channel presets.  
7, 8  
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Cannot download channel  
presets.  
Startup is slow.  
Make sure that “Quick Start” is set to “On”.  
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Even if “Quick Start” is set to “On”, startup is slow if the clock is not set, there was a power  
failure or the AC plug has just been connected.  
A few dozen seconds after turning on the unit, you can play a disc or start recording to discs  
other than DVD-RAM.  
Startup takes time for a few minutes after 5:15 am due to system maintenance of this unit.  
Recording, timer recording and transferring (dubbing)  
Cannot record.  
You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the  
unit can record onto.  
4, 5  
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RAM  
The disc is unformatted. Format the disc.  
-RW(V)  
The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DISC  
MANAGEMENT.  
Some programmes have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded. (CPRM)  
The disc is full or nearly full. Erase un-needed titles or use another disc.  
You cannot record on finalized DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or DVD-RW (DVD  
Video Recording format) discs.  
Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) or +R, you may be unable to  
record onto them if you either insert and remove the disc or switch the unit on and off while a  
disc is loaded, a total of fifty times.  
DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on  
other Panasonic DVD recorders.  
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21, 27, 31  
Timer recording does not work  
properly.  
The timer programme is incorrect or different timer programme times overlap. Correct the  
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17, 18  
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programme.  
The unit is not on timer recording standby. (z” on the unit’s display is not on.)  
Press [z TIMER].  
Set the clock.  
SHOWVIEW programming does  
not work properly.  
Timer recording does not stop  
even when [g] is pressed.  
While using timer recording, press [z TIMER]. (“z” disappears.)  
When using the linked timer recording with external equipment, press [EXT LINK]. (“EXT Link”  
disappears.)  
17, 18  
19  
The timer programme remains  
even after recording finishes.  
The timer programme remains if set to daily or weekly.  
18  
A part or whole of a recorded  
title has been lost.  
If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC mains socket  
while recording or editing, the title may be lost or the disc may become unusable. You will have  
to format the disc ( RAM -RW(V) ) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any guarantee regarding  
lost programmes or discs.  
The DV automatic recording  
function does not work.  
If images cannot be recorded or if the recording is aborted, check the connections and DV  
equipment settings.  
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You cannot start recording until the images from the DV equipment appear on the television.  
Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV equipment  
are not successive.  
Depending on the equipment, the DV automatic recording may not operate properly.  
Play  
Play fails to start even when  
[q] (PLAY) is pressed.  
Play starts but then stops  
immediately.  
Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up.  
You tried to play a blank DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R or DVD-RW  
(DVD Video Recording format) unplayable on this unit.  
When recording to DVD-RAM using EP ( 8Hours ) mode, play may not be possible on DVD  
players that are compatible with DVD-RAM. In this case use EP ( 6Hours ) mode.  
You cannot play discs during DV automatic recording.  
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4, 5  
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DVD-Video is not played.  
Some DVD-Video cannot be played when you change the ratings level.  
34  
Alternative soundtrack and  
subtitles cannot be selected.  
The languages are not recorded on the disc.  
You may have to use the disc’s menus to select languages.  
20  
No subtitles.  
Subtitles are not recorded on the disc.  
Turn the subtitles on.  
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Angle cannot be changed.  
Angles can only be changed during scenes where different angles are recorded.  
You have forgotten your  
ratings password.  
While the disc tray is open, press and hold [* REC] and [q/x1.3] on the main unit at the same  
time for 5 or more seconds.  
Quick View does not work.  
This does not work when audio is other than Dolby Digital.  
This does not work when recording is in XP or FR mode.  
The resume play function does  
not work.  
This function only works when the indicator appears in the unit display.  
Memorized positions are canceled when the unit is turned off or when the  
tray is opened. The memorized position on the playlist is also canceled  
when the playlist and title are edited.  
The Video CD picture does not  
display properly.  
When connecting to Multi-system TV, select “NTSC” in “TV System” in the SETUP menu.  
When connecting to PAL TV, the lower part of the picture cannot be displayed correctly during search.  
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Time Slip does not work.  
Time Slip does not work when the unit’s “TV System” settings are different from the title  
recorded on the disc.  
38  
Edit  
Cannot format.  
The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.  
You tried formatting a disc that is not compatible with this unit.  
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4, 5  
Cannot create chapters.  
The unit writes the chapter information to the disc when you turn it off or remove the disc. The  
information is not written if there is an interruption to the power before this.  
These operations are not possible with still pictures.  
You cannot set points if they are too close to each other. You cannot set an end point before a  
start point.  
Cannot mark the start point or  
the end point during “Partial  
Erase” operation.  
Cannot erase chapters.  
When the chapter is too short to erase, use “Combine Chapters” to make the chapter longer.  
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The available recording space  
doesn’t increase even after  
erasing recordings on the  
disc.  
Available recording space on the DVD-R or the +R does not increase even after erasing  
previously recorded titles.  
Available recording space on a DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last  
recorded title is erased. It does not increase if other titles are erased.  
Cannot create a playlist.  
You cannot select all the chapters at once in a title if the title also includes still pictures. Select  
them individually.  
Safety precautions  
Placement  
Foreign matter  
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 let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric  
shock or malfunction.  
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or  
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the  
power supply and contact your dealer.  
Do not place heavy items on the unit.  
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain  
flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.  
Voltage  
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit  
and cause a fire.  
Service  
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when  
setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.  
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is  
interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other  
problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect  
the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service  
center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is  
repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.  
AC mains lead protection  
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not  
damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or  
electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.  
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC  
mains lead can cause electric shock.  
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power  
source if it is not to be used for a long time.  
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric  
shock.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”  
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby  
Laboratories.  
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from  
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is  
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other  
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation  
and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection  
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and  
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless  
otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse  
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
“DTS” and “DTS 2.0 + Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital  
Theater Systems, Inc.  
SHOWVIEW is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation.  
The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under licence from  
Gemstar Development Corporation.  
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Index  
Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Aspect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Audio  
Attribute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
AV-in NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Change Thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Channel  
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Auto-Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Preset Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 26  
Chasing playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Child Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
Cleaning  
Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43  
Main unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43  
Clock settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
Connection  
Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8  
Amplifier, system component . . . . . . . .9  
AV3 input terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Decoder, digital receiver. . . . . . . . . . . .9  
DV input terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Satellite receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8  
Video cassette recorder . . . . . . .7, 8, 30  
Copy (playlist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Country setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11  
CPRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
Create Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 27  
Create playlists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Dialog Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Direct Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Direct TV Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R . . . . . .4, 5  
Enter name  
Erase  
Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 29  
Q Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 41  
Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 36  
Quick View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Ratings level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Direct TV Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . .30  
External Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17–19  
Remote control code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Resume play function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
RGB  
Input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35  
Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 35  
SETUP menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Shipping Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
SHOWVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Simultaneous rec and play . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Soundtrack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Teletext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
TIFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 41  
Time Slip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 21  
Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17–19  
Transfer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Transfer (Dubbing)  
Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 27  
Ext Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 35  
Finalize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 40  
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Format disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
FR (Flexible Recording) Mode . . . . . 14, 16  
FUNCTIONS window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
JPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 40  
Language  
Code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Soundtrack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 34  
Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 34  
Manual Skip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Menu  
JPEG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23  
MP3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
On-screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Mode  
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Still Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 40  
Noise reduction (NR)  
AV-in NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Playback NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
On-screen  
Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Status messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Partial Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
PCM Down Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Picture settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 34  
Playback NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Progressive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 25, 35, 41  
Properties  
DV automatic recording . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Manual recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Tuning  
Auto-Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Preset Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
TV System (PAL/NTSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
TV type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
V.S.S.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
VPS/PDC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 41  
Playlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Protection  
Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Entering text. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 18, 27  
Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
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