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Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

DMR-EH50
Model No.
GN
HARD DISK DRIVE
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 "4".
≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with
labels containing "4" or "ALL".
Example:
4
ALL

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.
RQT8157-L
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions DVD Recorder DMR-EH50 Model No. HARD DISK DRIVE 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 “4”. ≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing “4”...
  • Page 2 CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Getting started Editing Useful features ......3 Editing titles/chapters..... . 36 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care .
  • Page 4: Hdd (Hard Disk Drive) Handling Care

    ∫ Indemnity concerning recorded content Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).
  • Page 5: Disc And Card Handling

    Disc and card handling ∫ How to hold a disc or card ∫ Handling precautions ≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc Do not touch the recorded surface or the terminal surface. warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.) ≥Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oil-based felt pen.
  • Page 6: Inserting, Removing The Sd Card

    Inserting, Removing the SD card Only insert or remove the SD card after turning the unit off. When the card indicator (“SD”) on the unit’s display is flashing, the card is being read from or written to. Do not turn off the unit or remove the card. Such action may result in malfunction or loss of the card’s contents.
  • Page 7: Using Dvd-R, Dvd-Rw And +R On This Unit

    Using DVD-R, DVD-RW and +R on this unit § Restrictions with DVD-R, etc. ≥16:9 aspect programmes are recorded in 4:3 aspect. ≥The main (M 1) or secondary audio (M 2) only can be recorded for bilingual broadcasts. ≥Playing the disc on other DVD players is not possible before finalizing. §...
  • Page 8: Included Accessories

    Included accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of February 2005. These may be subject to change.) ∏ ∏ ∏ ∏ ∏ (EUR7729KF0) 1 Remote control 1 AC mains lead 1 RF coaxial cable 2 Batteries 1 Audio/video ≥For use with this unit only.
  • Page 9: Hdd, Disc And Card Information

    Creating playlists ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. We also recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt. ≥Discs from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording.
  • Page 10: Discs That Cannot Be Played

    HDD, disc and card information Play-only discs (12 cm/8 cm) DVD-RW (DVD Video Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio Video CD Recording format) Logo – – Indicated in these [DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] instructions by Instructions High quality High fidelity DVD-RW recorded on Recorded CD-R and CD-...
  • Page 11 PC, you may not be able to use it on this unit. In these cases, format the card on this unit (➡ 49, 65). ≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT 12 system and FAT 16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications. ≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card. Structure of folders displayed by this unit The following can be displayed on this unit.
  • Page 12: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control. 1 Turn the unit on (➡ 17) 2 Input select (AV1, AV2, AV3 or AV4) (➡ 45) 3 Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) (➡ 20, 28, 32) 4 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers 5 Cancel Í...
  • Page 13: Main Unit

    Main unit DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT /k1.3 S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- < Opening the front panel Press down on the part with your finger 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➡ 17) 8 Open/close disc tray (➡ 20, 28) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
  • Page 14 STEP Connection ≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. ∫ When the unit is not to be used for a long time ∫...
  • Page 15 Connecting a television with S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals Television’s rear panel Television’s rear panel COMPONENT AUDIO IN VIDEO IN COMPONENT AUDIO IN VIDEO IN S VIDEO IN S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN VIDEO IN Red White Yellow Red White Yellow S Video Video cable cable...
  • Page 16: Step 1 Connection

    STEP Connection Connecting an amplifier or system component ∫ To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on ∫ Connection to a stereo amplifier DVD-Video 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 17: Step 2 Channel Reception Settings

    STEP Channel reception settings (Auto-Setup) Press [3, 4] to select the country Í/ l and press [ENTER]. Auto-Setup starts. This takes about 5 minutes. HDD DVD SD DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT Auto-Setup /k1.3 S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- X CH W Auto-Setup in progress, please wait.
  • Page 18: Step 3 Set Up To Match Your Television And Remote Control

    STEP Set up to match your television and remote control Press [3, 4] to select “Connection” Í TV operation and press [1]. Í VOLUME buttons INPUT SELECT Press [3, 4] to select “TV Aspect” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4] to select the TV aspect Numbered buttons and press [ENTER].
  • Page 19: Television Operation

    Change the remote control code on the main unit and the remote television channel and change the television volume. control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. Point the remote control at the television Use “DVD 1”, the factory set code, under normal circumstances.
  • Page 20: Recording Television Programmes

    Recording television programmes Press [W X CH] to select the channel. AVCD BS DUB EXT Link MPEG4 D.MIX D.MIX RWRAM HDD DVD SD DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SDPC SELECT /k1.3 S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- To select with the numbered buttons: ∫...
  • Page 21 Recording modes and approximate recording times After recording ≥[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] In order to play a disc recorded using this unit on Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may become shorter than indicated. other playback equipment, the disc must first be finalized (➡ 50). (Unit: hour) DVD-RAM DVD-R...
  • Page 22: Rec For High Speed Dubbing

    Recording television programmes Flexible Recording DVD SD (Recording that fits the remaining disc space) DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT /k1.3 [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] The unit sets the best possible picture quality that fits the recording ∫ within the remaining disc space. The recording mode becomes FR mode.
  • Page 23: Playing While You Are Recording

    (Continued) Reviewing the recorded images while recording— When you want to start recording Time Slip Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Start” While recording, you can play a scene in the title being recorded or a and press [ENTER]. previously recorded title.
  • Page 24: Timer Recording

    Timer recording HDD DVD SD Using G- ® system to make timer CODE DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT /k1.3 recordings ∫ Entering G- numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You can CODE find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers or magazines. ≥You can enter up to 32 programmes up to a month in advance.
  • Page 25: To Release The Unit From Recording Standby

    ∫ To release the unit from recording standby Press [F TIMER]. “F” goes out. ≥Be sure to press [F TIMER] before the programme start time to put the unit in recording standby. Timer recording will work only if “F” is displayed. ∫...
  • Page 26: Manually Programming Timer Recordings

    Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 24. ∫ To release the unit from recording standby Press [F TIMER]. Manually programming timer “F” goes out. ≥Be sure to press [F TIMER] before the programme start time to recordings put the unit on recording standby.
  • Page 27: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme

    Check, change or delete a programme ≥Even when the unit is turned off, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Icons [ 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.
  • Page 28: Playing Recorded Video Contents/Playing Play-Only Discs

    Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs ∫ Selecting recorded programmes (titles) to play— Direct Navigator [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. DVD SD DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT ≥Thumbnail Display ≥Table Display /k1.3 S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L/MONO -AUDIO IN- DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE VIEW...
  • Page 29: Operations During Play

    ∫ When a menu screen appears on the television [DVD-V] [DVD-A] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item and press [ENTER]. Some items can also be selected using the numbered buttons. [VCD] Press the numbered buttons to select the item. [0] ➡...
  • Page 30: Simple Editing Operations During Play

    Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs Refer to the control reference on page 28. Operations during play (continued) Displaying the television Press [TIME SLIP]. Play images PLAY The unit displays the television image as a picture- 0 min image as a picture-in- in-picture.
  • Page 31: Using Menus To Play Mp3

    Using menus to play MP3 [CD] Preparation Í Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. Í VOLUME INPUT SELECT This unit plays MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW designed for audio recording that are finalized (➡ 65) on a computer. The screen shown below is displayed when you insert a disc containing MP3 files and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).
  • Page 32: Playing Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)

    Playing still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the still HDD, DVD, SD indicator picture and press [ENTER]. You can also select still pictures with the numbered buttons. DRIVE OPEN/CLOSE SELECT /k1.3 e.g., [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5] 115: [0] ➡...
  • Page 33: Useful Functions During Still Picture Play

    Useful functions during still picture Regarding still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) play [HDD] [RAM] [SD] ≥Compatible formats: DCF § compliant (Content recorded on a Start Slide You can display still pictures one by one digital camera, etc.) with constant interval. Show §...
  • Page 34: Using On-Screen Menus/Functions Window And Status Message

    Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message Disc menu—Setting the disc content Í Í § Soundtrack VOLUME INPUT SELECT [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] The disc’s audio attributes appear. [DVD-V] [DVD-A] Select the audio and language (➡ below, Audio attribute, Language).
  • Page 35: Functions Window

    Picture menu—Change the picture quality FUNCTIONS window By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main Playback NR functions quickly and easily. Reduces noise and picture degradation. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. § Progressive (➡ 65) Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of Select “On”...
  • Page 36: Editing Titles/Chapters

    Editing titles/chapters HDD, DVD During play or while stopped Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. [HDD] [RAM] G-Code Press [A] to select “VIDEO”. CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- -/-- Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title. SKIP SLOW/SEARCH :, 9 Title View screen DIRECT NAVIGATOR TITLE VIEW VIDEO...
  • Page 37: Title Operations

    Title operations After performing steps 1–5 (➡ 36) Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER]. § Erase ≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] ≥The available recording space on DVD-R or +R does not increase when you erase titles. ≥Available recording space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last recorded title is erased.
  • Page 38: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists

    Creating, editing and playing playlists Press [3, 4] to select “PLAYLISTS” Í and press [ENTER]. Í VOLUME INPUT SELECT Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Create” HDD, DVD and press [ENTER]. PLAYLISTS PLAYLIST VIEW G-Code - - - - - - - - - CANCEL MANUAL SKIP...
  • Page 39: Editing And Playing Playlists/Chapters

    Editing and playing playlists/chapters Playlist operations [HDD] [RAM] After performing steps 1–5 (➡ left) [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) § Press [2, 1] to select “Erase” and press Erase [ENTER]. While stopped [HDD] [RAM] Once erased, the playlists are lost and Press [FUNCTIONS]. cannot be restored.
  • Page 40: Editing Still Pictures

    Editing still pictures Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the still picture. Í Í To show other pages VOLUME Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and INPUT SELECT press [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages. HDD, DVD, Multiple editing Select with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [;].
  • Page 41: Transferring (Dubbing)

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or playlists [HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (dub) on this unit. You cannot transfer (dub) titles which have been treated to prevent copying. ∫ Transferring (dubbing) direction You can transfer (dub) your favorite titles and playlists to discs.
  • Page 42: One Touch Transfer (Dubbing)

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or playlists Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. Í Í A transferring (dubbing) complete message appears on the VOLUME INPUT SELECT screen for a few seconds when transferring (dubbing) is completed. Numbered ≥The transfer (dubbing) speed and picture quality are set as buttons follows.
  • Page 43 (Continued) ∫ To stop transferring (dubbing) Set the recording mode. Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds. ≥If stopped partway, transferring (dubbing) will be up to that ≥If you are not going to change the recording mode, press [4] point. However, in high speed mode, only titles that have (➡...
  • Page 44: Transferring (Dubbing) A Finalized Dvd-R, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format) And +R

    Transferring (dubbing) titles or playlists Refer to the control reference on page 42. After performing steps 1–4 (“Format” is automatically set to “DVD- Video”) (➡ 42, right column–43, left column) ∫ To edit the transferring (dubbing) list Set “Dubbing Time”. Erase All Select the item in step 5–4 (➡...
  • Page 45: Recording From A Video Cassette Recorder

    Recording from a video cassette recorder Preparation ≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive. ≥When recording bilingual programmes Í Í [HDD] [RAM] VOLUME INPUT SELECT When both M 1 and M 2 is selected on the connected equipment, INPUT SELECT you can select the audio type in playback.
  • Page 46: Transferring (Dubbing) Still Pictures

    Transferring (dubbing) still pictures Register still pictures for transfer (dubbing). Í Í ≥If you are going to transfer (dub) a registered list without VOLUME INPUT SELECT making any changes to it (➡ step 6). You can register still pictures or still picture folders. ≥Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same Numbered list.
  • Page 47: Transferring (Dubbing) All The Still Pictures On A Card-Copy All Pictures

    Transferring (dubbing) all the still To show other pages Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press pictures on a card—COPY ALL [ENTER]. ≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages. PICTURES Multiple editing [SD] >...
  • Page 48: Hdd, Disc And Card Management

    HDD, disc and card management Setting the protection [RAM] Í Í VOLUME INPUT SELECT Preparation ≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. HDD, DVD, After performing steps 1–3 (➡ left) Press [3, 4] to select “Disc G-Code Protection” and press [ENTER]. CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/--...
  • Page 49: Erasing All Titles And Playlists-Erase All Titles

    Erasing all titles and playlists—Erase Erasing all the contents of a disc or all titles card—Format [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] Preparation Preparation ≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive. ≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD] to select the drive. ≥Release protection (➡...
  • Page 50: Enabling Discs To Be Played On Other Equipment

    TOP MENU LIST ≥You cannot finalize discs recorded on other manufacturer’s equipment. Display after finalizing ≥If you finalize discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than Thumbnail this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu” may not be (Still picture) displayed.
  • Page 51: Entering Text

    Entering text Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a Numbered character and press [ENTER]. buttons G-Code Repeat this step to enter other characters. CANCEL MANUAL SKIP ¢ CANCEL -/-- -/-- -/-- ≥To erase a character SKIP SLOW/SEARCH Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the character in the name field :, 9 and press [;].
  • Page 52: Child Lock

    Child Lock The Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operating the unit. Press and hold [ENTER] and [RETURN] G-Code simultaneously until “X CANCEL MANUAL SKIP -/-- -/-- HOLD” appears on the unit’s display. SKIP SLOW/SEARCH If you press a button while the Child Lock is on, “X HOLD”...
  • Page 53: Summary Of Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings 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 (➡ 56) Auto-Setup Restart (➡ 57) Disc Settings for playback ≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
  • Page 54 Changing the unit’s settings Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) ≥On Sound ≥Off Change the dynamic range for late night viewing. ≥M 1 Bilingual Audio Selection ≥M 2 Select whether to record the main or secondary audio type when: You cannot select the audio on this unit when recording from an –Recording or transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, DVD-RW...
  • Page 55 Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) ≥16:9 ≥4:3 ≥Letterbox Connection TV Aspect (➡ 18) Set to match the type of television connected. ≥On ≥Off Progressive (➡ 18) ≥PAL ≥NTSC TV System (➡ 58) ≥Video (with component) AV1 Output Selects the output from the AV1 terminal.
  • Page 56: Tuning

    Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference at the bottom of page 52. ∫ To change the tuning settings for individual programme position Tuning Press [3, 4, 2, 1] Manual Name While stopped Tuning Channel to select a Fine Tuning Auto Press [FUNCTIONS].
  • Page 57: Clock Settings

    Auto-Setup Restart Clock settings You can restart auto channel setting if Auto-Setup (➡ 17) fails for In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory some reason. for approximately 60 minutes. After performing steps 1–4 (➡ 56) While stopped Press [3, 4] to select “Auto-Setup Press [FUNCTIONS].
  • Page 58: Tv System

    Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference at the bottom of page 52 TV System Change the setting to match the equipment you are connecting with, or to match the title when there are both PAL and NTSC titles on the HDD. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS].
  • Page 59: Messages

    Messages On the television Page ≥The programme was copy-protected. Cannot finish recording — ≥The HDD or disc may be full. completely. — ≥The maximum number of times you can record the program is exceeded. — ≥You tried to play a title recorded using a different encoding system from that of the TV system Cannot playback.
  • Page 60: Frequently Asked Questions

    If you have a CRT television or a multi system television using PAL mode that is compatible with progressive scan, we cannot recommend progressive output as some flickering can occur. ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals Is my television progressive output —...
  • Page 61: Troubleshooting Guide

    ≥Regular disc rotating sounds. ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using ≥Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions. a Panasonic disc.) ≥Image disturbance during search. ≥The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being activated.
  • Page 62 Troubleshooting guide Sound Page ≥Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the input mode on the No sound. 14–16, Low volume. amplifier if you have connected one. ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. Distorted sound. ≥Turn off V.S.S. in the following cases. Cannot hear the desired audio type.
  • Page 63 ≥You may be able to transfer (dub) a “One time only recording” title that was recorded to DVD- — RAM using a different Panasonic DVD Recorder to this unit’s HDD, but play is not possible due to copyright protection. ≥When recording to DVD-RAM using “EP (8 Hours)” mode, play may not be possible on DVD players that are compatible with DVD-RAM.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting guide Play (Continued) Page ≥The languages are not recorded on the disc. Alternative soundtrack and — ≥You may not be able to use the on-screen menus to change the soundtrack and subtitles on subtitles cannot be selected. some discs. Use the disc’s menus to make changes. ≥Subtitles are not recorded on the disc.
  • Page 65: Glossary

    Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize Panasonic televisions with 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R on this unit. input terminals are progressive compatible.
  • Page 66: Specifications

    Specifications Recording system DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM), Video DVD-Video format (DVD-R), Video system: DVD-Video format (DVD-RW) PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields Recordable discs NTSC colour signal, 525 lines, 60 fields DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 Recording system: MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR) Ver.
  • Page 67: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Placement Foreign matter Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These shock or malfunction. conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby Do not let liquids get into the unit.
  • Page 68: Index

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