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Panasonic DIGA DMR-ES30V Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

DMR-ES30V
Model No.

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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VQT0P03-1

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions DVD Recorder DMR-ES30V Model No. 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. VQT0P03-1...

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Getting started Warning and Important Information 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.

  • Page 3: Precautions

    Getting started Precautions Do not place the unit on amplifiers or equipment that may become hot. The heat can damage the unit. Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    - Connection to the component video terminals...15 STEP 2 Auto-Setup...16 ≥Auto-Setup ...16 STEP 3 Set up to match your TV and remote control...17 ≥When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control...17 ≥Selecting TV type ...17 ≥TV operation...17 ≥To enjoy progressive video ...18 - Note to owners of progressive compatible PAL system televisions ...18...
  • Page 5 Getting started Playback Inserting a video cassette ...48 Video cassette information ...48 ≥Video cassettes ...48 ≥Video cassette care...48 ≥Maintenance...48 Setting Up ...48 ≥Fine Tuning ...48 Playing a video cassette ...49 Fast-forward/Rewind...49 Cue/Review ...49 Jet Search...49 Slow-motion play ...49 Jet Rewind ...49 S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) ...50 Repeat Playback...50 Playing a tape with high image quality...50...

  • Page 6: Concerning Discs

    ° You cannot consecutively record or play both sides. ≥We recommend using Panasonic discs. We recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt. ≥Discs from other manufactures may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording.

  • Page 7: Play-Only Discs [12 Cm/8 Cm]

    Getting started ∫ Play-only discs [12 cm/8 cm] Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio Logo Indicated in these [DVD-V] [DVD-A] instructions with Instructions High quality High fidelity movie and music discs ≥Played on music discs this unit in 2 channels ° Play may be impossible on some DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format), +RW, CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording.

  • Page 8: Which Disc Types Is Playable On What Tv

    Getting started ∫ Which Disc Types is Playable on What TV When you use the discs recorded either PAL or NTSC, refer to this table. TV type Disc Multi-system TV NTSC NTSC TV NTSC PAL TV NTSC ° Playable (Y: Possible, k: Impossible) °...

  • Page 9: Disc Handling

    Getting started ∫ Disc handling ∫ How to hold a disc Do not touch the recorded surface. ∫ Concerning non-cartridge discs Be careful about scratches and dirt. ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. ∫...

  • Page 10: Using Dvd-R, Dvd-Rw And +R On This Unit

    Getting started 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 11: Remote Control

    Getting started Remote control DVD/ VHS VOLUME INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK AUDIO CANCEL/RESET G-Code SLOW/ SKIP/ INDEX SEARCH PLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU SUB MENU RETURN TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS JET REW (10) (11) REC MODE DVD ERASE TIMER (12) (13)

  • Page 12: Batteries And Remote Control

    Getting started ∫ Batteries and remote control ∫ About batteries ≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Do not: ≥mix old and new batteries. ≥use different types at the same time.

  • Page 13: The Unit's Display

    Getting started ∫ The unit’s display Common to DVD/VHS [A] Main display ≥Current time ≥VHS recording and play counter ≥Miscellaneous messages, etc. [B] Transferring (Dubbing) direction indicator [C] Main display ≥Disc recording and play counter ≥Miscellaneous messages, etc. (1) Timer recording indicator ( ) (l 52) When a timer recording programme is registered and recordable tape is inserted.

  • Page 14: Step 1 Connection

    Getting started STEP 1 Connection ≥Please read “Precautions”. (l 3) ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ∫ Connecting a TV ∫ Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder Video signals sent through video cassette recorders will be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will not be shown correctly on the TV.

  • Page 15: Connecting An Amplifier Or System Component

    Getting started ∫ Connecting an amplifier or system component 1 To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video (digital connection) DVD only ≥Connect an amplifier with a built-in Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. (l 7) ≥Change the settings in “Digital Audio Output”. (l 42) ≥You cannot use any amplifier with a DTS Digital Surround decoder not suited to DVD.

  • Page 16: Step 2 Auto-Setup

    Getting started STEP 2 Auto-Setup DVD/ VHS DVD/ VHS Í INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE Preparation ≥Press [DVD].

  • Page 17: Step 3 Set Up To Match Your Tv And Remote Control

    Change the remote control code on the main unit and on the remote control (the two must match) if you place other Panasonic products close together. When changing the remote control code, make sure the two codes are same.

  • Page 18: To Enjoy Progressive Video

    Getting started DVD/ VHS DVD/ VHS Í INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP SKIP/ INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3, 4, 2, 1 TOP MENU 2;, ;1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. ∫ To enjoy progressive video You can enjoy progressive video by connecting the unit’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals to an LCD/plasma television or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan (l 66).

  • Page 19: Dvd

    Playback Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (e.g. AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [DVD]. Playing discs [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Press [Í, DVD/VHS] to turn the unit on. Insert a disc. (l 8) Press [1, PLAY]. ≥The disc tray closes and play begins.

  • Page 20: Direct Play

    Playback DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SLOW/ SKIP SKIP/ INDEX SEARCH :, 9 DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE DVD ERASE CREATE CREATE DUBBING...

  • Page 21: Changing Audio During Play

    Playback Changing audio during play Press [AUDIO] to select the audio type. ≥You can select audio types depend on the recording medium. [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [VCD] LR#L#R ^--------------} e.g.: [RAM] “L R” is selected. [DVD-A] [DVD-V] (l 38) This allows you to change items like the audio channel number and the soundtrack language.

  • Page 22: Using The Tree Screen To Find A Group

    Playback DVD/ VHS DVD/ VHS Í INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX SKIP :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS STATUS µ...

  • Page 23: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes ∫ Recording procedures [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] ≥You can record up to 99 titles on a disc (49 titles [+R]). ≥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.

  • Page 24: Specifying The Time When Recording Will Stop

    Recording DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Preparation ≥Press [DVD].

  • Page 25: Playing While You Are Recording

    Recording Playing while you are recording [RAM] ≥Sound is not output while fast-forwarding. ∫ Chasing play You can start play from the beginning of the title while continuing to record it. While recording or timer recording Press [1, PLAY]. ≥Play starts while recording proceeds. For your reference ≥Play cannot be started until at least 2 seconds after recording starts.

  • Page 26: Timer Recording

    Recording DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS PROG/CHECK REC MODE REC MODE DVD ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Timer Recording You can enter up to 16 programmes a month in advance.

  • Page 27: Check, Change Or Delete Programmes

    Recording ≥Mode (Recording mode) XP,.SP,.LP,.EP,.FR (l 23) ^------------------------------------J You can also press [REC MODE] to change the recording mode. ≥Programme Name Press [2, 1] to select “Programme Name” and press [ENTER] (l 30). Press [ENTER] when you have finished making changes.

  • Page 28: Editing

    Editing DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS DISC MANAGEMENT [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] Preparation ≥Release protection (disc l right, cartridge l right). [RAM] ≥Insert a disc (l 8). ≥Press [DVD].

  • Page 29: Format Disc

    Editing 1 Format Disc [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [-RW‹VR›] ≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “DISC MANAGEMENT”. Formatting erases all contents (including computer data), and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before proceeding. The contents are erased when you format a disc even if you have set protection.

  • Page 30: Entering Text

    Editing DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION Numeric buttons CANCEL CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX SKIP :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY Entering text [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] You can give names to recorded titles, etc.

  • Page 31: Using The Direct Navigator

    Editing Using the Direct Navigator [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [-RW‹VR›] Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] and the list of titles recorded (TITLE VIEW) is shown. You can play and edit a desired title. For your reference ≥You cannot edit during recording or transferring (dubbing), etc. ≥The maximum number of items on a disc: - Titles: 99 ([+R] 49 titles)

  • Page 32: Edit

    Editing DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT CANCEL/RESET SKIP SKIP/ INDEX :, 9 DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY 1 Edit You can perform various kinds of title editing. Preparation ≥Release protection (disc l 28, cartridge l 28).

  • Page 33: Chapter View

    Editing 11 Divide Title [RAM] ≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Edit”. You can divide a selected title into two. You must be careful when dividing a title because it cannot be recovered after the procedure. Select “Divide Title” with DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title [3, 4] and press DVD-RAM...

  • Page 34: Using Playlist

    Editing DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE DVD ERASE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Using playlist [RAM] You can create a playlist by gathering your favorite chapters (l 33)

  • Page 35: Playing Playlists

    Editing ∫ Playing playlists [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) Preparation ≥Create playlists. (l 34) ≥Press [DVD]. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Select “To Others” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. Select “PLAYLISTS” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. PLAYLISTS DVD-RAM 25.10. MON 0:30 Previous ENTER RETURN...

  • Page 36: Edit

    Editing DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS 11 Create ≥Follow steps 1 to 5 of “Edit”. Select “Create” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. Refer to “Creating playlists”, steps 5–8.

  • Page 37: Chapter View

    Editing 1 Chapter View [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) ≥Follow steps 1 to 4 of “Edit”. You can play/edit the chapters in a playlist. Press [SUB MENU], and select “Chapter View” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a desired chapter. ≥You can also select a chapter from the chapter view by entering a 3-digit number with the numeric buttons.

  • Page 38: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions Using DISPLAY menus DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY REC MODE DUBBING [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] 1 Disc menu [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Disc Soundtrack Play...

  • Page 39: Play Menu

    Convenient functions 1 Play menu [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Disc Repeat Play Play Picture Sound Other Repeat Play This function works only when the elapsed play time is displayed. Select the item for repeat play. Depending on the disc, the items that can be selected will differ.

  • Page 40: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Convenient functions DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS Changing the unit’s settings Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. ∫ Common procedures Use the following procedure to change the settings if necessary. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS].

  • Page 41: Summary Of Settings

    Convenient functions Summary of settings This description shows the initial settings for the unit. For details on menu operation. (l 40) ≥Underlined items are the factory default settings. ≥ indicates settings effective for both DVD and VHS. ≥ indicates settings effective for DVD only. ∫...
  • Page 42 Convenient functions ≥Underlined items are the factory default settings. ∫ Sound Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only) Change the dynamic range (l 66) for easier listening in low volume. [On] [Off] 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.
  • Page 43 Convenient functions ≥Underlined items are the factory default settings. ∫ Others Remote Control (l 17) [MODE 1] [MODE 2] [MODE 3] Clock (l 46) Power Save [On] [Off]] The power consumption is greatly reduced when the unit is turned off. ≥“FL Display”...

  • Page 44: Channel Settings

    Convenient functions DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Channel Settings Channel settings made here are applied to VHS as well. Preparation ≥Press [DVD].

  • Page 45: Adding, Deleting, And Moving Channels

    Convenient functions 1 Adding, deleting, and moving channels ≥Follow steps 1 to 4 of “Channel Settings”. Select “Manual” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the desired TV station and press the [A], [B], [C] buttons to select “Delete”, “Add”, “Move”.

  • Page 46: Clock Settings

    Convenient functions DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE Clock Settings ≥In the case of a power failure, the clock setting remains in memory for approximately 60 minutes.

  • Page 47: Functions Window

    Convenient functions FUNCTIONS window By using the FUNCTIONS window you can access the main functions quickly and easily. Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. FUNCTIONS Playback Recording Dubbing ENTER RETURN ≥Functions displayed depend on the type of disc. Select an item with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. ≥If you select “To Others”...

  • Page 48: Playback

    Playback Inserting a video cassette The surface on which you can see a roll of tape should face up, Insert a video cassette. ≥The unit is automatically turned on. ∫ To eject a video cassette ≥You can eject a video cassette even when the unit is in standby mode. It switches back to standby once it ejects the video cassette.

  • Page 49: Playing A Video Cassette

    Playback DVD/ VHS DVD/ VHS Í VOLUME INPUT SELECT AUDIO OPERATION SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK CANCEL/RESET G-Code SLOW/ SKIP/ INDEX SEARCH PLAY PLAY ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN RETURN TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS JET REW JET REW...

  • Page 50: S-Vhs Quasi Playback (Sqpb)

    Playback DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS STATUS REC MODE REC MODE REC MODE DVD ERASE µ CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Preparation ≥Press [VHS].

  • Page 51: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programmes ∫ Recording procedures Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (e.g. AV input) on the TV. ≥Press [VHS]. Insert a video cassette with an intact accidental erasure prevention tab. (l 48) Press [CH, W, X] to select a TV channel. ≥If you keep pressing these buttons, the channels change quickly.

  • Page 52: Timer Recording

    Recording DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS PROG/CHECK REC MODE REC MODE DVD ERASE REC MODE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Timer Recording You can enter up to 16 programmes a month in advance.

  • Page 53: Manual Programming

    Recording ∫ Manual programming Press [PROG/CHECK]. Timer recording Name Date Highlighted line is ready - - - - - - - - - . - - - - : - - - - : - - for programming. - - - - - - - - - . - - - - : - - - - : - - - - - - - - - - - / - - - - : - - - - : - - Press [ENTER].

  • Page 54: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT CANCEL/RESET RESET SKIP/ INDEX INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS STATUS µ REC MODE DVD ERASE CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER Preparation ≥Press [VHS].

  • Page 55: Quick Erase

    Convenient functions QUICK ERASE You can delete a cassette contents all at once. Insert a cassette that you want to delete the cassette’s contents. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4] to select “QUICK ERASE”, and press [ENTER]. VHS FUNCTIONS Timer recording QUICK ERASE Tape length...

  • Page 56: Dvd/Vhs

    DVD/VHS Transferring (Dubbing) Before transferring (dubbing) You can select from a variety of methods to transfer (dub) on the unit. You cannot transfer (dub) titles which have been treated to prevent copying. Direction From DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, or +R DVD-RAM or DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-...

  • Page 57: Transfer (Dubbing) From Vhs

    Transferring (Dubbing) Transfer (Dubbing) from VHS DVD/ VHS VOLUME INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK SLOW/ AUDIO AUDIO SKIP/ INDEX SEARCH CANCEL/RESET G-Code PLAY ∫ TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS SUB MENU RETURN RETURN TOP MENU TIME SLIP PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS JET REW REC MODE DVD ERASE...

  • Page 58: Gui (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Dubbing) (Vhs L Dvd)

    Transferring (Dubbing) DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS PROG/CHECK DISPLAY STATUS µ REC MODE REC MODE DVD ERASE CREATE DUBBING...

  • Page 59: Manual Transfer (Dubbing) (Vhs L Dvd)

    Transferring (Dubbing) ∫ About FR mode When “Time Setting” is set to “Off” in step 6 on page 58: ≥The recording mode is automatically selected by estimating the remaining capacity of the disc for transfer (dubbing) of only the recorded parts in the video cassette (unrecorded parts will not be recorded).

  • Page 60: Transfer (Dubbing) From Dvd

    Transferring (Dubbing) Transfer (Dubbing) from DVD DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT CANCEL/RESET CANCEL/RESET SKIP/ INDEX INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU DISPLAY STATUS SUB MENU µ PROG/CHECK REC MODE DISPLAY DVD ERASE STATUS...

  • Page 61: Gui (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Dubbing) (Dvd L Vhs)

    Transferring (Dubbing) ∫ GUI (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Dubbing) (DVD l VHS) You can transfer (dub) multiple titles or playlists recorded on a disc° onto a tape in combination. ° Available discs for transfer (dub) onto tape are [RAM] [-RW‹VR›]. Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (e.g.

  • Page 62: Transfer (Dubbing) A Finalized Disc (Dvd-R, Dvd-Rw, +R, +Rw) Or Dvd-Video

    Transferring (Dubbing) Various operations ∫ To show other pages Press [:, SKIP] or [9, SKIP]. ≥Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press [ENTER] to show other pages. ∫ Multiple editing Select with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [;, PAUSE]. (Repeat this to select multiple items.) Press [ENTER] to register to the list.
  • Page 63 Transferring (Dubbing) Make sure “Start DUBBING Dubbing” is selected Cancel All Dubbing Direction and press [ENTER]. Dubbing Mode Press [2] to select “Yes” and DVD-Video Dubbing Time press [ENTER] to start transfer (dub). Start Dubbing ENTER The disc top menu is displayed. RETURN ≥Disc play automatically begins from title 1 when “Title 1”...

  • Page 64: Manual Transfer (Dubbing) (Dvd L Vhs)

    Transferring (Dubbing) DVD/ VHS INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT SKIP/ INDEX ∫ CANCEL/RESET PROG/CHECK DISPLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR µ REC MODE REC MODE TOP MENU DUBBING ∫ Manual Transfer (Dubbing) (DVD l VHS) You can transfer (dub) titles recorded on a disc onto a tape by specifying the recording parts while watching them.

  • Page 65: Recording From An External Device

    Transferring (Dubbing) Recording from an external device When connecting to the AV3 input terminals on the front of the unit ≥You can also connect to the AV1 or AV2 input terminals on the rear of the unit. Before connecting any cables, first make sure that the power for the unit and the external device are off.

  • Page 66: Glossary

    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 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Protection You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or erasure protection.

  • Page 67: 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 television that have 576 (625)/50i · 50p, 480 (525)/60i · 60p input terminals Is my TV progressive output compatible? are compatible.

  • Page 68: Error Messages

    Reference Error messages ∫ Common On the unit’s display ≥An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the status of the unit. Reset procedure: (“The unit is on but cannot be operated.” l 70) (“ ” stands for a ≥If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service numbers and contact a qualified service person.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting Guide

    ≥Image disturbance during search. ≥Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.) ≥The unit freezes due to the activation of one of its safety devices. (Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for 10 seconds.) ∫...
  • Page 70 Reference Operation Cannot operate the TV. Cannot operate the DVD. Cannot operate the VHS. The remote control doesn’t work. The unit is on but cannot be operated. Cannot eject a disc. Cannot tune channels. Startup is slow. Takes time to read DVD-RAM. Picture TV reception worsens after connecting the unit.

  • Page 71: Dvd

    Reference Recording, Timer recording, Transfer (dubbing), External input ≥The timer programme is incorrect or different timer programme times overlap. Correct the Timer recording does not work properly. programme. ≥The clock is not correct. Set the clock. ≥The unit is not on timer recording standby. (“ system does not work CODE properly.
  • Page 72 Reference DVD Sound No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound. Cannot hear the desired audio type. Cannot switch audio. DVD Play Play fails to start even when [1, PLAY] is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. Audio and video momentarily pause.

  • Page 73: Vhs

    Playback does not work ≥The tape is too old or damaged. properly. ≥Check the SQPB setting. ≥The video heads are clogged or worn: consult your dealer (for Australia only, Panasonic Customer Care Centre for advice on 132600). Page 6, 66 20, 28, 31 –...

  • Page 74: Specifications

    Reference Specifications Power Supply: AC 220k(1n10%) V to 240 k(1n10%) V, 50 k(1n10%) Hz Power Consumption: 36 W (Approx. 7 W in Normal standby mode/ Approx. 15 W in Quick start standby mode/Approx. 4 W in power save mode) ∫ DVD Recording format DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format DVD-R, DVD-RW: DVD-Video format...
  • Page 75 Reference ∫ DVD/VHS Common Video interface TV system: 625/50: PAL 525/60: NTSC Tuner Two built-in tuners (one for DVD and another for VCR) Tuner system: PAL–BGH Channel coverage: VHF: CH 0 to 12 (Australia), CH 1 to 11 (NZ), 75 ohm UHF: CH 28 to 69 (Australia), CH 21 to 69 (NZ), 75 ohm CATV: 45 MHz to 470 MHz (Australia),...
  • Page 76 Gemstar Development Corporation. The G -CODE Gemstar Development Corporation. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. VQT0P03-1 F0405Nt1055 system is manufactured under license from -CODE Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/...

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