Panasonic DMR-ES30VS Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic DMR-ES30VS Operating Instructions Manual

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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.
P PC

Operating Instructions

DVD Recorder

Model No.
If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
In Canada:
1-800-561-5505
For U.S.A. only
The warranty can be found on page 73.
For Canada only
The warranty can be found on page 74.
La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 77–83.
DMR-ES30V
VQT0N92

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    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. P PC Operating Instructions DVD Recorder DMR-ES30V Model No.
  • Page 2: Getting Started

    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ, 07094 USA Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262 DANGER VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Getting started IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. (1) Read these instructions. (2) Keep these instructions.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ≥Channel captions...18 - Preset Channel Captions ...18 - Manual Channel Captions...18 STEP 4 Set up to match your TV and remote control...19 ≥When other Panasonic products respond to this remote control...19 ≥TV operation...19 ≥Selecting TV type ...19 ≥Removing Interference ...20 Playback Playing discs...21...
  • Page 5 Getting started Playback Inserting a video cassette ...48 Video cassette information ...48 ≥Video cassettes ...48 ≥Video cassette care...48 ≥Maintenance...48 Playing a video cassette ...49 Fast-forward/Rewind...49 Cue/Review ...49 Jet Search...49 Slow ...49 Jet Rewind ...49 S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) ...50 Repeat Playback...50 Playing a tape with high image quality...50 Adjusting the playback picture ...50 ≥Manual tracking ...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 (5Z)/8 Cm (3Z)]

    Getting started ∫ Play-only discs [12 cm (5z)/8 cm (3z)] 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 °...
  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 programs are recorded in 4:3 aspect. ≥Either Main or SAP can be recorded for MTS broadcasts. ≥Playing the disc on other DVD players is not possible before finalizing. °...
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Getting started Remote control DVD/ VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/ VIDEO OPERATION SELECT CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/ INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS (10) (11) REC MODE DVD ERASE (12) (13) CREATE DUBBING CHAPTER (14) VQT0N92 (28) ∫...
  • Page 11: 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 12: The Unit's Display

    (K2KZ2BA00001) (EUR7720KY0) (U.S.A. only) (K2KA6CA00001) Product Registration Card Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ ) (l 28) Track number Group number Title number Playlist number Channel ∏ 2 Batteries for the remote...
  • Page 13: Step 1 Connection

    Getting started STEP 1 Connection ≥Please read “Precautions For Installation”. (l 3) ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ∫ Connecting a TV and VCR indicates included accessories. indicates accessories not included. White Yellow ∫ Connection (without Audio/Video cable) Connect in numerical order The unit supplies a signal to the TV via the 75 ≠...
  • Page 14: Connecting A Cable Tv Box/Satellite Receiver

    Getting started ∫ Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver ≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service to enjoy viewing their programming. ≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box or satellite receiver. ≥You can enjoy viewing cable TV or satellite TV programming. To AUDIO/VIDEO IN Audio/Video cable DVD/VHS COMMON OUT...
  • 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 44) ≥You cannot use any amplifier with a DTS Digital Surround decoder not suited to DVD.
  • Page 16: Step 2 Plug-In Auto Tuning

    Getting started STEP 2 Plug-in Auto Tuning DVD/VHS POWER DVD/VHS POWER Í POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE CREATE COPYING...
  • Page 17: If Plug-In Auto Tuning Fails

    Getting started ∫ If Plug-in Auto Tuning fails Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Select “Other Functions” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. FUNCTIONS Playback Schedule Dubbing ENTER Select “SETUP” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. SETUP Channel Setup Disc Video Audio...
  • Page 18: Channel Captions

    Getting started DVD/VHS POWER POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET CANCEL VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. ∫ Channel captions You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself.
  • Page 19: Step 4 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 20: Removing Interference

    Getting started DVD/VHS POWER DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX SKIP :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3, 4, 2, 1 TOP MENU 2;, ;1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE CREATE DUBBING...
  • Page 21: Dvd

    Playback Preparation ≥Turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to the unit. ≥Press [DVD]. Playing discs [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Press [Í, DVD/VHS POWER] to turn the unit on. Insert a disc. (l 8) Press [1, PLAY].
  • Page 22: Direct Play

    Playback DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX SEARCH :, 9 DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS DVD ERASE REC MODE DVD ERASE...
  • Page 23: 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] (l 47) e.g.: [RAM] Stereo# Mono L# Mono R “Stereo” is ^--------------------------------------} selected. [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] [When playing an SAP broadcast recorded on DVD- RAM, DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format)] MAIN () SAP [DVD-A] [DVD-V] (l 40)
  • Page 24: Using The Tree Screen To Find A Group

    Playback DVD/VHS POWER DVD/VHS POWER POWER Í INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU SCHEDULE STATUS...
  • Page 25: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programs ∫ 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 (3q) DVD-RAM discs.
  • Page 26: Specifying The Time When Recording Will Stop

    Recording DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE µ...
  • Page 27: Playing While You Are Recording

    Recording Playing while you are recording [RAM] Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. Hint ≥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 scheduled recording Press [1, PLAY].
  • Page 28: Cautions For Using Scheduled Recording On Dvd And Vhs

    Recording DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET CANCEL VCR Plus+ VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS SCHEDULE REC MODE REC MODE DVD ERASE REC MODE CREATE COPYING...
  • Page 29: Manual Programming

    Recording ∫ Manual programming ≥When connecting a cable TV box or satellite receiver, select the channel on the cable TV box or satellite receiver before scheduled recording starts. Press [SCHEDULE]. ≥Make sure “New Scheduled Recording” is selected. New Scheduled SCHEDULE LIST Recording is No Channel Date...
  • Page 30: Editing

    Editing DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE 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 31: Format Disc

    - Titles are divided into about 5-minute chapters°. ° This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode of recording. ≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs. For U.S.A.: For Canada: Playback will start with: Top Menu...
  • Page 32: Entering Text

    Editing DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET CANCEL SKIP SKIP/INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY Entering text [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] You can give names to recorded titles, etc.
  • Page 33: 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: - Title: 99 ([+R] 49 titles)
  • Page 34: Edit Title

    Editing DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO CANCEL/RESET SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX :, 9 DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY REC MODE 1 Edit Title You can perform various kinds of title editing.
  • Page 35: View Chapters

    Editing 11 Divide Title [RAM] ≥Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Edit Title”. 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” DIRECT NAVIGATOR Divide Title with [3, 4] and press DVD-RAM...
  • Page 36: Using Playlist

    Editing DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE DVD ERASE CREATE COPYING CHAPTER VCR/TV...
  • Page 37: Playing Playlists

    Editing ∫ Playing playlists [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) Preparation ≥Create playlists. (l 36) ≥Press [DVD]. While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Select “Other Functions” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. Select “PLAYLISTS” with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. PLAYLISTS DVD-RAM 10/25 Mon 0:30 Previous Play Use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a playlist and press...
  • Page 38: Edit

    Editing DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons VCR Plus+ CANCEL/RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS 11 Create ≥Follow steps 1 to 5 of “Edit”. Select “Create”...
  • Page 39: View Chapters

    Editing 1 View Chapters [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 “View Chapters” 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 40: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions Using DISPLAY menus DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 1 SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY DISPLAY DISPLAY REC MODE COPYING [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 41: Play Menu

    Convenient functions 1 Play menu [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Disc Repeat Play Play Video Audio 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 42: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Convenient functions DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS Changing the unit’s settings Preparation ≥Press [DVD]. ∫ Common procedures Use the following procedure to change the settings if necessary.
  • Page 43: Summary Of Settings

    Convenient functions Summary of settings This description shows the initial settings for the unit. For details on menu operation. (l 42) ≥Underlined items are the factory default settings. ≥ indicates settings effective for both DVD and VHS. ≥ indicates settings effective for DVD only. ∫...
  • Page 44 Convenient functions ≥ Underlined items are the factory default settings. ∫ Video Still Mode Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. (l 64, “Frame and field”) [Automatic] [Field] [Frame] Field Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected. Frame Select if you cannot see small text or fine patterns clearly when “Automatic”...
  • Page 45 Convenient functions ≥ Underlined items are the factory default settings. ∫ Display Status Messages Choose whether to show status messages automatically or not. [Automatic] [Off] On-screen Language Choose the language for these menus and the on-screen messages. [English] [Español] [Français] Blue Background Select whether to show the blue background, normally shown when TV reception is poor.
  • Page 46: Clock Settings

    Convenient functions Clock Settings DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS STATUS REC MODE DVD ERASE 1 Set Clock Automatically ≥Follow steps 1 to 5 of “Clock Settings”. Select “Set Clock Automatically”...
  • 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 Schedule Dubbing ENTER ≥Functions displayed depend on the type of disc. Select an item with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. ≥If you select “Other Functions”, press [3, 4] to select an item and press [ENTER].
  • Page 48: Vhs 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 Playing a video cassette DVD/VHS POWER DVD/VHS POWER Í POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO AUDIO OPERATION SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH 6, 5 PLAY PLAY ∫ SUB MENU RETURN DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS TIME SLIP SCHEDULE JET REW DISPLAY...
  • Page 50: S-Vhs Quasi Playback (Sqpb)

    Playback DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS STATUS REC MODE REC MODE REC MODE DVD ERASE µ...
  • Page 51: Recording

    Recording Recording TV programs ∫ Recording procedures Preparation ≥Select the unit viewing channel (e.g. AV input) on the TV. ≥Check that the clock is set to the correct time. If it has not been set, set it (l 46). ≥Press [VHS]. Insert a video cassette with an intact accidental erasure prevention tab.
  • Page 52: Cautions For Using Scheduled Recording On Dvd And Vhs

    Recording DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons VCR Plus+ VCR Plus+ CANCEL/RESET RESET SKIP/INDEX ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SCHEDULE SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS SCHEDULE REC MODE REC MODE DVD ERASE REC MODE CREATE COPYING...
  • Page 53: Manual Programming

    Recording ∫ Manual programming ≥When connecting a cable TV box or satellite receiver, select the channel on the cable TV box or satellite receiver before scheduled recording starts. Press [SCHEDULE]. ≥Make sure “NEW SCHEDULED RECORDING” is selected. NEW SCHEDULED RECORDING is NEW SCHEDULED RECORDING selected.
  • Page 54: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT CANCEL/RESET RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 SUB MENU SCHEDULE DISPLAY STATUS STATUS µ REC MODE DVD ERASE CREATE COPYING CHAPTER VCR/TV...
  • Page 55: Various On-Screen Display Indications

    Convenient functions Various on-screen display indications To see these displays, set the “OSD” item in the “VHS MENU” to “ON”. (l 54) Press [STATUS]. The time and operation details appear on the screen for about 5 seconds. ;¥ SP 1 CH 1 0:00.22 STEREO...
  • 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 POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SEARCH OPERATION SELECT PLAY TRACKING/V-LOCK ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS TOP MENU VHS MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU RETURN RETURN REC MODE DVD ERASE ADD/DLT TIME SLIP...
  • Page 58: Manual Transfer (Dubbing)

    Transferring (Dubbing) (3)Select recording mode (XP, SP, LP, EP or FR) with [3, 4] and press [ENTER]. ≥About FR mode (l below) (4)Press [2]. (5)Press [4]. Set the time limit. ≥If you are not going to change the recording time, press [4], then skip to step 7.
  • Page 59: Transfer (Dubbing) From Dvd

    Transferring (Dubbing) Transfer (Dubbing) from DVD DVD/VHS POWER POWER VOLUME INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT TRACKING/V-LOCK CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP AUDIO AUDIO SLOW/ SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX SEARCH :, 9 CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ CM SKIP PLAY PLAY SLOW/ ∫...
  • Page 60: Gui (Graphical User Interface) Transfer (Dubbing)

    Transferring (Dubbing) DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO OPERATION SELECT Numeric buttons CANCEL/RESET VCR Plus+ SKIP/INDEX SKIP/INDEX :, 9 ∫ DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER SUB MENU SUB MENU SUB MENU REC MODE DVD ERASE DUBBING SCHEDULE DISPLAY VHS —/A...
  • Page 61: Transfer (Dubbing) A Dvd-Video, Finalized Dvd-R, Dvd-Rw (Dvd-Video Format), +R

    Transferring (Dubbing) To edit the transfer (dubbing) list Select the item in step 6 (4). (l 60) Select a desired item with [3, 4] and press [SUB MENU]. Press [3, 4] to select the operation and press [ENTER]. Erase All: Erase all items registered on the transfer (dubbing) list.
  • Page 62: Manual Transfer (Dubbing)

    Transferring (Dubbing) DVD/VHS POWER POWER INPUT SELECT INPUT SELECT TV/VIDEO INPUT SELECT OPERATION SELECT SKIP/INDEX ∫ CANCEL/RESET SCHEDULE DISPLAY DIRECT NAVIGATOR µ REC MODE REC MODE TOP MENU COPYING ∫ Manual Transfer (Dubbing) You can transfer (dub) titles recorded on a disc onto a tape by specifying the recording parts while watching them.
  • Page 63: Recording From An External Device

    Transferring (Dubbing) Recording from an external device When connecting to the IN2 input terminals on the front of the unit ≥You can also connect to the IN1 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 64: Glossary

    Reference Glossary Bitstream This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by a decoder. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once.
  • Page 65: Frequently Asked Questions

    I connect with? quality picture can be output because the unit’s component video output terminal outputs a progressive output signal. ≥All Panasonic TVs that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult the Is my TV progressive output compatible? manufacturer if you have another brand of TV.
  • Page 66: 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. Check (“ ” stands for a number.) the items in the “Error messages” section and the “Troubleshooting guide”. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, follow the Reset procedure described below.
  • Page 67: Troubleshooting Guide

    ≥Periodic interruptions to reception due to satellite broadcasting breaks. ≥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 [POWER Í/I] on the main unit for 10 seconds.) ∫...
  • Page 68 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. Startup is slow Takes time to read DVD-RAM Picture TV reception worsens after connecting the unit.
  • Page 69 Reference Recording, Scheduled recording, Transfer (dubbing), External input ≥When connected to cable TV box or satellite receiver, the VCR Plus_ system does not work. Scheduled recording does not ≥The scheduled recording program is incorrect or different scheduled recording times overlap. work properly.
  • Page 70: Dvd

    Reference ∫ DVD DVD Picture Status messages do not appear. ≥Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the SETUP menu. The blue background does not appear. The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. Screen size is wrong. There is a lot of after-image when playing video.
  • Page 71: Vhs

    DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R may be disabled. ≥A DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R recorded on the unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. ≥The material you are trying to record is copy-protected.
  • Page 72: Product Service

    For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 73. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
  • Page 73: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 74: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)

    Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
  • Page 75: Specifications

    Reference Specifications Power Supply: AC 120k(1 ±10% ) V, 50/60 Hz ±10% Power Consumption: 31 W (Approx. 10 W in Quick start standby mode/Approx. 9 W in power save mode) (Approx. 4 W in Normal standby mode/ Approx. 2 W in power save mode) ∫...
  • Page 76: Index

    Reference Index COMMON Antenna System ... 17 Channel adding, deleting ... 17 audio (DVD) ... 40 Auto Channel Setting ... 17 captions ... 18 guide channel VCR Plus_ system ... 17 Cleaning disc, lens, main unit ... 8 video heads ... 48 Clock setting ...
  • Page 77: Español

    Español Cómo empezar ≥Antes de conectar, apague todo equipo y lea las instrucciones correspondientes de funcionamiento. Referencia ≥Las conexiones del equipo descritas sirven en concepto de ejemplo. ≥Los equipos periféricos y los cables opcionales se venden por separado si no está indicado de otro modo. Conexión con un televisor y un VCR indica los accesorios incluidos.
  • Page 78: Sintonización Automática Por Enchufe

    Cómo empezar Sintonización automática por enchufe Operaciones preliminares ≥Encienda el televisor y seleccione la entrada de vídeo correspondiente para conformar las conexiones a esta unidad. (Por ejemplo: la entrada AV, CH3 o CH4) ≥Si conecta la unidad a una caja del televisor de cable o a un receptor de satélite, sintonice su PBS local para que funcione el ajuste automático del reloj.
  • Page 79 Reproducción ∫ Cuando en el televisor aparece la pantalla de un menú [VCD] Pulse las teclas numéricas para seleccionar un detalle. “5”: [0] )[5] “15”: [1] )[5] por ej.: [DVD-A] [DVD-V] Pulse [3, 4, 2, 1] para seleccionar un detalle, luego pulse [ENTER].
  • Page 80: Grabación

    Grabación Grabación de programas televisivos [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] ≥Puede grabar hasta 99 títulos en un disco (49 títulos [+R]). ≥No es posible grabar emisiones digitales que permiten “Grabación sólo una vez” en discos DVD-R, DVD-RW, iR o DVD-RAM de 8 cm (3q).
  • Page 81: Grabación Temporizada

    Grabación Grabación temporizada Puede introducir hasta 16 programas con un adelanto de un mes. Operaciones preliminares ≥Quite la protección [RAM]. ≥Inserte un disco (l 78) y asegúrese de que haya bastante espacio vacío para grabarle encima. ≥Controle que el reloj esté ajustado a la hora correcta. ≥Pulse [DVD].
  • Page 82: Vhs

    Reproducción ∫ Introducción de un cassette de vídeo La superficie en la que puede ver el rollo de la cinta tiene que mirar hacia arriba, Inserte un cassette de vídeo. ≥Esta unidad se enciende automáticamente. ∫ Para expulsar el cassette de vídeo ≥Puede expulsar el cassette de vídeo cuando la unidad está...
  • Page 83: Grabación

    Grabación Grabación de programas televisivos Operaciones preliminares ≥Seleccione el canal que ve la imgen de la unidad (por ejemplo la entrada AV) en el televisor. ≥Controle que el reloj esté ajustado a la hora correcta. Por si no lo estuviese, ajústelo. ≥Pulse [VHS].
  • Page 84 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. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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