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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.
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 "1".
The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing "1" or "ALL".
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 94.
[For\Canada]only]
The warranty can be found on page 95.
La referencia rápida en español se encuentra en la página 96−99.
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Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
DMR-EZ485V
Model No.
DMR-EZ48V
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ALL
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RQT9056-P

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions DVD Recorder DMR-EZ485V Model No. DMR-EZ48V 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. Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video according to where they are sold.
  • Page 2: Precautions

    DMR-EZ48V The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle Responsible Party: is intended to alert the user to the presence of Panasonic Corporation of North America important operating and maintenance (servicing) One Panasonic Way instructions in the literature accompanying the ap- Secaucus, NJ 07094 pliance.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    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. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where 2) Keep these instructions.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents, Accessories Playing MP3s ................33 Getting Started Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) ..........34 Playing DivX ................36 Precautions ................2 Advanced Video Cassette Playback ........37 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........3 Zoom in on video ................. 37 Unit Care ..................
  • Page 5: Accessories

    (U.S.A. only) Product Registration Card Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/ (Canada only) The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the front and back sides of the unit.
  • Page 6: Control Reference Guide

    Control Reference Guide Main Unit Remote Control Cassette signal sensor compartment Disc tray EJECT OPEN/CLOSE DRIVE SELECT POWER COPYING COPYING SD CARD IN 2 IN 2 S VIDEO S VIDEO VIDEO /MONO AUDIO R /MONO AUDIO R VIDEO RESET    The unit’s display Opening Pull down.
  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Remote Control  Turn the unit on or off ..........(  Select drive (DVD, VHS, SD or USB) .... ( 17, 33, 34)  Select channels and recording numbers etc./ DVD/VHS POWER Enter numbers ............( POWER  Delete/Reset the tape counter DRIVE TV/VIDEO ...
  • Page 8: Basic Connection

    TV programming is delivered using methods that differ from industry accepted practices. If you require assistance with connections, please contact Panasonic at 1-800-211-7262 (for U.S.A.) or 1-800-561-5505 (for Canada). Connecting to a Television with Direct Cable or Antenna (No Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) Note: The terminals on the rear of your TV may not appear as shown below.
  • Page 9: Connecting To A Television And A Cable Box

    Connecting to a Television and a Cable Box Please check with your Cable Service Provider to verify whether the coaxial cable from the Cable Wall Jack must be connected to your Cable Box fi rst, before connecting to other devices. ...
  • Page 10: Connecting To A Television And A Satellite Receiver

    Basic Connection Connecting to a Television and a Satellite Receiver  Consult your satellite service provider about the appropriate satellite receiver to use.  Additional coaxial cable and audio/video (AV) cable are required. Note: The terminals on the rear of your TV and satellite receiver may not appear as shown below. Please read terminal labels carefully to ensure correct connections.
  • Page 11: Connecting To A Tv With An Hdmi (High Defi Nition Multimedia Interface) Cable

    HDTV (High Defi nition Television), the output can be switched to 1080p, 1080i or 720p HD video. Regarding “HDAVI Control” function When connecting with a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or a receiver equipped with “HDAVI Control” function, linked operations are possible. [ 40, Linked Operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control...
  • Page 12: Setting The Channels And Clock

    DVD/VHS POWER “HELLO” appears on the unit’s display. When this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) INPUT SELECT supporting HDAVI Control 3 via an HDMI cable ( 11), it acquires the setting information from the TV. When the...
  • Page 13 Manual Clock Setting The types of transmission: Perform steps 1–6 on page 12. ,  to select “Antenna” or “Cable”, Automatic Clock and Channel Settings ,  to select the item you want Please select the wire connected to RF IN. then to change.
  • Page 14: Acquiring The Setting Information From The Tv (Viera)

    Acquiring the setting information from the TV (VIERA) Tips If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI If you do not want to acquire the Control 3 via an HDMI cable, then the setting information on the TV is...
  • Page 15: Media Handling

    Media Handling Inserting Discs Inserting USB memory You can insert the USB memory directly into the USB port. OPEN/CLOSE Preparation Before inserting any USB memory to this unit, ensure that to open the tray. the data stored in it has been backed up. –...
  • Page 16: Watching Television

    Watching Television This DVD recorder has a tuner which allows it to directly receive and record analog and terrestrial digital channels. High Defi nition (HD) programming is “down-converted” and recorded in Standard Defi nition (SD). DVD/VHS POWER POWER Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the DRIVE TV/VIDEO connections to this unit (Example: AV input, CH3 or CH4).
  • Page 17: Playback

    Playback Preparation: Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the DVD/VHS connections to this unit (Example: AV input, CH3 or CH4). POWER POWER Playing a Disc DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT Refer to “Advanced Disc Playback” ( 30–31) for detailed information on playback of discs.
  • Page 18: Recording Television Programs

    Recording Television Programs Refer to “Important Notes for Recording” ( 23) and “Advanced Recording” 24–26) for detailed information on recording. DVD/VHS [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] POWER Digital broadcasts cannot be recorded to video tape. POWER Preparation: DRIVE TV/VIDEO SELECT...
  • Page 19: Scheduled Recording

    Scheduled Recording Refer to “Advanced Scheduled Recording” ( 27) for detailed information on scheduled recording. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] DVD/VHS POWER Digital broadcasts cannot be recorded to video tape. POWER Preparation: DRIVE TV/VIDEO  Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the SELECT connections to this unit (Example: AV input, CH3 or CH4).
  • Page 20: Copying Recordings

    Copying Recordings Copying Recordings (VHS DVD) When copying begins, the VHS tape is played back starting at the tape’s current position, and recorded to the disc. [VHS] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] COPYING COPYING Preparation:  Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the COPYING indicator connections to this unit (Example: AV input, CH3 or CH4).
  • Page 21: Copying Recordings (Dvd Vhs)

    Copying Recordings (DVD VHS) All recordings on the disc are automatically copied onto the tape. If you start copying when the resume function is activated, the DVD is copied from the beginning of the recording where you previously stopped. COPYING COPYING To copy a whole disc, press [...
  • Page 22: Deleting Recordings

    Deleting Recordings Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. Preparation: DVD/VHS POWER  Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the POWER connections to this unit (Example: AV input, CH3 or CH4).  Insert the disc containing the recording to be deleted. DRIVE TV/VIDEO [RAM] If the disc is protected, release protection (...
  • Page 23: Important Notes For Recording

    54). [RAM] DVD-RAM can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. DVD-R DL and +R DL discs have two layers of recording surface on one side.  [-R]DL] Recordings are divided when recording changes from the fi rst layer to the second. Some images and audio Recording to may be lost at this point.
  • Page 24: Advanced Recording

    Advanced Recording DVD Recording Modes and Estimated Disc Recording Time DVD-RAM DVD-R,DVD-RW, 3 DVD-R DL Recording Mode +R, +RW 1 Single-sided Double-sided 3 +R DL (8.5 GB) (4.7 GB) (4.7 GB) (9.4 GB) XP (High quality) 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 1 hour 45 minutes SP (Standard play)
  • Page 25: When The Format Confi Rmation Screen Is Displayed

    When the format confi rmation screen is Selecting Audio Channels to record displayed Refer to “Recording of multilingual broadcasts” for detailed information ( 23). Important: When receiving an analog broadcast Formatting permanently deletes all disc contents (including computer data), regardless of protection status [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] of disc.
  • Page 26: Specifying The Recording Time

    Advanced Recording Playing while you are recording Specifying the Recording Time  You can play DVD or VHS while recording to the other [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] Digital broadcasts cannot be recorded to video tape. drive. The recording will not be affected −...
  • Page 27: Advanced Scheduled Recording

    Advanced Scheduled Recording To cancel a scheduled recording in Notes progress If the program schedule is changed by the TV station, then this unit will not be able to detect the change.  The password screen appears when setting parental ratings DRIVE SELECT 56).
  • Page 28: Recording From An External Device

    Recording from an External Device Recording from a VCR, etc. Recording to DVD Connect cables while the power to both the unit and the [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] external device is off. Perform steps 1−5 left. Front of the unit Start play on an external device.
  • Page 29: Recording From A Dv Camcorder

    Recording from a DV Camcorder REC MODE to select the recording Connect the cable while the power to both the unit and mode for the disc ( 24). the external device is off. Front of the unit  to select “Rec.”, then Notes ...
  • Page 30: Advanced Disc Playback

    Advanced Disc Playback Zoom in on video Tips To select the recording with the numbered buttons e.g., “5”: During playback “15”: SUB MENU To view other pages Press [, , , ] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. –...
  • Page 31: Quick View (Play 1.3)

    CM Skip Quick View (Play 1.3) [RAM] [RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] Allows you to increase the play speed slightly without Skips 1-minute forward with each press. distorting the audio. During playback During playback CM SKIP PLAY (Press and hold.) –...
  • Page 32: Playing Playlists

    Playing Playlists [RAM] [-RW‹VR›] View Chapters You cannot create or edit playlists on this unit. However, Perform steps 1−4 left you can play a playlist that has been created or edited on other equipment. , , ,  to select the playlist, DRIVE SELECT to select the DVD drive.
  • Page 33: Playing Mp3S

    Playing MP3s [-R] [-R\DL] [CD] [USB] MP3 recorded on DVD-R, DVD-R DL, CD-R/RW or USB memory can Tips be played on this unit. To select fi le type e.g., [USB] The screen shown below may be displayed when you insert 1. Press [RETURN]. Multimedia content a USB memory ( 15).
  • Page 34: Playing Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    Playing Still Pictures (JPEG) [RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [CD] [SD] [USB] Still pictures (JPEG) recorded on DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL,   , , ,  to select a picture, CD-R/RW, SD Memory Cards or USB memory can be played on then to view.
  • Page 35 Zoom Slideshow with soundtrack It is possible to play MP3 music recorded on a USB memory during a Slideshow. While playing a picture SUB MENU Preparation:  Insert a USB containing MP3 files. Control Panel To zoom in: From the Album View screen FUNCTIONS , , , ...
  • Page 36: Playing Divx

    Playing DivX [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] You can play CD-R/CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL discs and USB ,  to select a folder, then memories which contain DivX video contents that have been recorded on a computer. – The fi le list for the folder appears. [USB] When you insert a USB memory, the menu screen appears.
  • Page 37: Advanced Video Cassette Playback

    Advanced Video Cassette Playback Zoom in on video Tips For quicker operation  Hold [, ] to start cue/review and release the button to During playback restart normal playback. SUB MENU Jet Search Allows high speed search of video in forward or reverse direction.
  • Page 38: S-Vhs Quasi Playback (Sqpb)

    Advanced Video Cassette Playback S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) Adjusting the playback picture This unit can play tapes recorded in S-VHS. Manual Tracking  Some picture noise may occur depending on the type of tape used. The unit usually makes tracking adjustments ...
  • Page 39: Status Messages

    Status Messages The following messages and displays appear to let On-screen Display Indicators for Video you know what operations are being performed and Cassette Playback the status of the unit. The following on-screen indicator will not be displayed STATUS when this unit is connected to the TV with the DVD PRIORITY output terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal.
  • Page 40: Linked Operations With The Tv

    Depending on discs, the TV may not automatically turn on. Notes  When this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 3 and initially set up, it automatically acquires the TV setting information.  These functions may not work normally depending on the equipment condition.
  • Page 41: Easy Control Only With Viera Remote Control

    Easy control only with VIERA Remote Control If you connect this unit via HDMI cable to a TV with “HDAVI Control 2 or “HDAVI Control 3” function, you can operate both units more conveniently. You can operate this unit using the following buttons on the TV remote control. [, , , ], [OK], [RETURN], [SUB MENU].
  • Page 42: Functions Window

    Entering Text FUNCTIONS Window By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. When viewing the Name screen. Recording Name With the unit stopped FUNCTIONS Cartridge Protection Off Disc Protection Off DVD-RAM Playback FUNCTIONS Cartridge Protection Off Disc Protection Off Program DVD-RAM...
  • Page 43: Recordings − Editing

    Recordings − Editing Tips Tips  Recording/Chapter To exit the menu screen Normally, programs are recorded as a single item consisting of Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. one chapter. To view other pages Recording Press [, , , ] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. –...
  • Page 44 Recordings − Editing Setup Protection/Cancel Protection Tips Perform steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Recording View” For quicker editing  Use Search ( 30), Slow-motion Play or Time Slip ( 31) to fi nd 43). the desired point. [RAM]  To skip to the start or end of a recording, press [] (start) or [] (end).
  • Page 45: Chapters − Creating, Editing

    Chapters − Creating, Editing Accessing the Chapter View Chapter Operations [RAM] Create Chapter Allows individual viewing and editing of chapters. Perform steps 1−7b of “Accessing the Chapter View” ( left). DRIVE SELECT to select the DVD drive. ,  to select “Create Chapter” then DIRECT NAVIGATOR Create Chapter DVD-RAM...
  • Page 46: Still Pictures − Editing

    Still Pictures − Editing Accessing the Album/Picture View Tips [RAM] [SD] [USB] To view other pages Press [, , , ] to select “Previous” or “Next”, then press [OK]. –You can also press [, ] to view other pages. DRIVE SELECT to select the drive Multiple editing...
  • Page 47 Album Name Only when you select “Create Album” Perform steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Album/Picture View” ,  to select “Yes” or “No”, then 46).  ,  to select “Album Name”, If “Yes” is selected: then You can give a name for the album ( 42).
  • Page 48: Copying Still Pictures

    Copying Still Pictures Importing Still Pictures from an SD card Copying Still Pictures via the Album View or USB memory Screen When you insert an SD card or USB memory, the menu [SD] [USB] [RAM] may be displayed. This unit saves information about imported still pictures. Press [RETURN] to exit the screen.
  • Page 49: Deleting Still Pictures

    Deleting Still Pictures Delete Navigator Tips [RAM] [SD] [USB] When copying fi nishes Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. The confi rmation screen appears. DRIVE Press [OK] to fi nish copying. SELECT to select the drive (DVD, To view other pages Press [, , , ] to select “Previous”...
  • Page 50: Setting Dvd On-Screen Menus

    Setting DVD On-Screen Menus Subtitle Accessing the DVD On-Screen Menus [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] (Only disc that contain subtitle on/off information) [DVD] Turn the subtitle on/off. When playing discs, disc settings can be displayed and  Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using this unit. changed.
  • Page 51 Video Menu Other Menu Signal meter [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] and Allows you to check the strength of the digital broadcast signal. DivX  Only the strength of the digital broadcast received through Picture the antenna is displayed accurately. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [DVD-V] [-RW‹VR›] Position Set picture mode...
  • Page 52: Dvd And Card Management

    DVD and Card Management Naming Discs Accessing the Management Menus [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Preparation: Perform preparation steps 1−4 of “Accessing the  [RAM] [SD] Release protection (disc, cartridge, card Management Menus” ( left). right).  Insert a disc or card. , ...
  • Page 53 Deleting All Recordings Formatting Discs or Cards Important: Once deleted, contents cannot be recovered. Important: Once formatted, contents cannot be recovered. [RAM] [RAM[ [-RW‹V›] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] [SD] Perform preparation steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Perform preparation steps 1−4 of “Accessing the Management Menus”...
  • Page 54 DVD and Card Management Selecting Whether to Show the Top Menu Notes First  Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while fi nalizing. This can render the disc unusable. [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW]  When fi nalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it Before fi...
  • Page 55: Setup Menus

    Setup Menus “Accessing the Setup Menu” Set Channels Manually You will have to perform the following 3 steps for all other The captions you select or modify are used as channel names operations on page 55−66. and displayed on the Direct Navigator screen. Perform steps 1−3 of “Accessing the Setup Menu”...
  • Page 56: Surf Mode

    Setup Menus Selecting the caption ,  to select “All” or “Favorite”, After selecting a channel ( 55, step 6, “Set Channels Manually”). then  ,  to select the “Caption” [All] To select a channel from all of the channels set. column.
  • Page 57: Off Timer

    Off Timer , then Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used. Perform steps 1−3 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” ( 55). Enter a 4-digit password with the ,  to select “Setup”, then  numbered buttons, then A screen appears confi...
  • Page 58: Quick Start

    Setup Menus Set Clock Automatically to confi rm new date and After selecting “Clock Settings” ( 57, step 5). time and to initiate the clock. ,  to select “Set Clock Set the time change dates for DST Automatically”, then Set the beginning and end dates for DST.
  • Page 59: Restore Default Settings

    Audio Language Restore Default Settings After selecting “Settings for Playback” ( left, step 5). This returns Setup menus to default settings, except for the clock, channel settings, ratings level, closed caption, and on- screen language. ,  to select “Audio Language”, Perform steps 1−3 of “Accessing the Setup Menu”...
  • Page 60: Settings For Recording

    Setup Menus Settings for Recording ,  to select “Video”, then  Recording Time in EP Mode Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode. ,  to select “Black Level Perform steps 1−3 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” ( 55).
  • Page 61: Multi-Channel Tv Sound (Analog)

    PCM Down Conversion Multi-channel TV Sound (Analog) [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] 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 Select whether to record the main or secondary audio program despite the settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of (SAP) when recording to these discs.
  • Page 62: Select Audio Channel For Dv Input

    Setup Menus  Status Messages Choose whether to output by “Bitstream”, which processes Choose whether to show status messages automatically or not. DTS signals on other connected equipment, or to convert the Perform steps 1−3 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” ( 55).
  • Page 63: Front Display

    Digital (Closed Caption) settings Front Display Changes the brightness of the unit’s display. After selecting “On” ( left, step 7). Perform steps 1−3 of “Accessing the Setup Menu” ( 55). ,  to select “Digital”, then ,  to select “Display”, then  , ...
  • Page 64: Tv Aspect

    Setup Menus TV Aspect 4:3 TV settings for DVD-RAM This setting allows you to select the type of television You can select how to display the image on the TV when you connected. watch 16:9 images (DVD-RAM) on a 4:3 standard aspect TV. Perform steps 1−3 of “Accessing the Setup Menu”...
  • Page 65: Functions Of Hdmi

    Automatically selects the output resolution best suited to the connected television (1080p, 1080i, 720p or 480p). [480i] [480p] [720p] [1080i] [1080p] When setting video output to “1080p”, we recommend using a Panasonic HIGH SPEED HDMI cable to prevent video distortion. RQT9056...
  • Page 66: Select Tape Length

    Setup Menus  HDMI RGB Output Range Select Tape Length Set the length of tape you are using so the unit can show the Effective when connected to a device that only supports RGB correct remaining time. output. After selecting “Functions of HDMI” ( 65, step 5).
  • Page 67: Parental Rating List

    Parental Rating List U.S. TV Rating (U.S. TV Programs Ratings) [Viewable] TV-NR Not Rated. [Blocked] [Viewable] All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifi cally designed for a very young TV-Y [Blocked] audience, including children from ages 2–6. [FV Blocked] Directed to older children.
  • Page 68: Other Settings

    Remote Control Codes for the TV Using the Unit’s Remote Control to Manufacturer Code Operate the TV and the Set Top Box Panasonic 0051 / 0055 / 0250 / 0650 (Cable Box, Satellite Receiver, etc.) Advent 0761 / 0783 / 0815 / 0817 / 0842...
  • Page 69 0392 / 0566 Proton 1535 Manufacturer Code RadioShack 0869 Panasonic 0000 / 0107 0143 / 0392 / 0566 / 0855 / 1392 0003 / 0008 Samsung 1108 / 1109 / 1142 / 1276 / 1377 / 1442 / 1609 Americast...
  • Page 70: Connection Options For Improved Playback Quality

    Connection Options for Improved Playback Quality You can enjoy a high-quality picture by using the following terminals for connection. Standard High- Quality quality Picture Picture VIDEO COMPONENT HDMI S VIDEO terminal VIDEO terminal terminal terminal DVD output and DVD/VHS output The unit has DVD/VHS common output terminals and DVD priority output terminals.
  • Page 71: Using Component Video Cables For Better Video (Component Video Cables Not Included)

    Using Component Video Cables for Better Video (Component Video Cables not included) The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on this unit can be used for either interlace or progressive output ( to provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Rear of TV COMPONENT INPUT 1...
  • Page 72: Using An Audio Cable For Better Sound (Audio Cable Not Included)

    Regarding “HDAVI Control” function (  Please use HIGH SPEED HDMI cables that have the AUDIO IN HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Red White Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m/3.3 ft.), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m/6.6 ft.), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m...
  • Page 73: Sd Card And Usb Memory Information

     SDHC Memory Cards used for recording with this unit can only be used with other SDHC Memory Card- compatible equipment. SDHC Memory Cards cannot be used with equipment that is only compatible with SD Memory Cards.  We recommend using a Panasonic SD card. RQT9056...
  • Page 74: Disc Information

    Finalization needed for playback on other equipment ( 54). Tips [RAM] can be played back on Panasonic DVD recorders and  Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information DVD-RAM compatible DVD players. [-R]DL] and [+R]DL] can be played back only on equipment about DVDs.
  • Page 75: Play-Only Discs

    Play-only Discs Discs that Cannot be Played  2.6/5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5) Disc type Standard symbol Uses  3.95/4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring DVD-Video  DVD-R recorded in DVD Video Recording format High quality movie and music  DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW [DVD-V] discs...
  • Page 76: Mp3S, Divx And Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    MP3s, DivXs and Still Pictures (JPEG) MP3 File Information Notes Playable media [-R] [-R]DL] [CD] [USB] [-R] [-R]DL] [CD]  Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended File format formats) and Joliet Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”. ...
  • Page 77: Frequently Asked Questions

    HDMI IN terminal. The unit will take longer to start up when Which should I connect with? connected with the HDMI IN terminal.  All Panasonic TVs that have 480p input terminals are compatible. Consult Is my TV progressive output −...
  • Page 78: Recording

    Frequently Asked Questions Recording Page  Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVDs are copy protected; Can I record from a commercially − purchased video cassette or DVD? therefore, recording is usually not possible. Can DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW  You can play these discs on compatible equipment such as DVD players (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, after finalizing the disc on this unit.
  • Page 79: Error Messages

    Error Messages On the Unit’s Display Page  An error has occurred. The number following “H” or “F” depends on the − (“ ” stands for a service number.) status of the unit. Check the items below and in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the service number still does not disappear after the check, reset the unit 81, “To restore the unit if it freezes”).
  • Page 80: On The Tv

    Error Messages On the TV Page Authorization Error.  You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a This unit is not authorized to play different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. (DivX) this recording.
  • Page 81: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide If the Antenna Connector doesn’t Match To Reset This Unit Use the following connection to suit the antenna lead to To reset the channel information and the the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75  coaxial cable to the clock settings antenna terminals on your TV or other equipment.
  • Page 82: General Issues Power

     Periodic interruptions to the reception due to satellite broadcasting breaks.  Operations not working due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again using a Panasonic disc.)  The unit freezing due to the activation of one of its safety devices ( 81, To restore the unit if it freezes).
  • Page 83: General Issues: Operation

    General Issues Operation Page  Change the manufacturer code on the remote control. Cannot operate the TV or Set Top Box with the unit’s remote control.  Select TV or Set Top Box mode on the remote control.  Press [DRIVE SELECT] to select the DVD drive when operating DVDs or Cannot operate the DVD.
  • Page 84: General Issues: Viera Link

    Troubleshooting Guide General Issues VIERA Link Page  Check the HDMI cable connection. Check that “HDMI” is displayed on the VIERA Link doesn’t work − front display when the power for the main unit is set to “On”.  Make sure that “VIERA Link” is set to “On”. ...
  • Page 85: Playback Issues Picture

    Playback Issues Picture Page  This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and TV reception worsens after − connecting the unit. other equipment. It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from electronics retailers. ...
  • Page 86: Playback Issues Sound

    Troubleshooting Guide Playback Issues Sound Page  Check the connections and the “Digital Audio Output” settings. Check the No sound. 61, 72 Low volume. input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. Distorted sound.  Check if TV is muted. −...
  • Page 87: Playback Issues: Operation

    Playback Issues Operation Page  Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. Play fails to start even when [ PLAY] is pressed.  Ensure disc is for the correct DVD-Video region number, and is not Cover Play starts but then stops defective.
  • Page 88: Playback Issues: Vhs

    +R, +R DL, and +RW discs may be disabled.  A DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL, or +RW − disc recorded on the unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.  The broadcast you are trying to record is copy-protected.
  • Page 89 Recording Issues DVD Recording/Scheduled Recording/Copying/External Input (continued) Page  If you start recording immediately after turning on the unit while “Quick Recording does not stop even when [ STOP] is pressed. Start” is set to “On”, you cannot stop recording for a few seconds. ...
  • Page 90: Recording Issues: Vhs Recording

    Troubleshooting Guide Recording Issues VHS Recording Page  A video cassette is not inserted. Insert a video cassette with an accidental “ ” fl ashes when I try to start recording. erasure prevention tab. Cannot record.  The accidental erasure prevention tab has been removed. Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
  • Page 91: Glossary

    Glossary Bitstream HDMI (High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface) This is a signal compressed and converted into digital form. It is Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed digital converted back to a multi-channel audio signal, e.g., 5.1-channel, by a video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit supports high- decoder.
  • Page 92: Specifi Cations

    Specifi cations Video system: Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Recording system: (for DVD) Power consumption: Approx. 40 W MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR) Standby mode: (Shipping Condition) Approx. 3.5 W LINE (pin jack) 2 1.0 Vp-p; 75  Input: (User Setting: Quick Start: ON) Approx. 17.6 W S connector 2 1.0 Vp-p;...
  • Page 93: Product Service

    For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 94. 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 94: 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.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 95: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)

    Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC 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 96: Referencia Rápida En Español (Spanish Quick Reference)

    TV no sean similares a – Cuando esta unidad esté conectada como se ilustran a continuación. Por favor a un televisor Panasonic (VIERA) que consulte las etiquetas de los terminales admita señales HDAVI Control 3 y con atención para asegurar conexiones esté...
  • Page 97 TRACKING/V-LOCK ,  para seleccionar el para seleccionar el canal “Antena” o “Cable”, luego deseado. También puede seleccionar canales con los botones numéricos.  Para introducir directamente los canales para emisiones para iniciar el ajuste análogas y digitales: automático de canales/reloj. Modo Antena: p.ej., “3”:...
  • Page 98 Referencia rápida en español (Spanish Quick Reference) Grabación de programas de televisión Grabación programada [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [VHS] Las emisiones digitales no pueden ser grabadas en Las emisiones digitales no pueden ser grabadas en cintas de video.
  • Page 99 Copiar Borrado de grabaciones con el navegador de borrado (BORRAR Navegador) Copiar (VHS DVD) Importante: Una vez borrados, los contenidos no podrán recuperarse. [VHS] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Preparación: Preparación: ...
  • Page 100: Index

    This manual was printed with soy based ink.  [For\U.S.A.] [For\Canada] Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Canada Inc. Company, Division of Panasonic Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 5770 Ambler Drive San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,...

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