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Panasonic DMR-HS2 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Instrucciones de uso
Model No.
Modelo N.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Antes de proceder a la conexión, a la utilización ó al
ajuste de este producto, rogamos lea detenidamente las
instrucciones.
Guarde el presente manual.
DMR-HS2
DMR-HS2
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  • Page 1: Dvd Video Recorder

    DVD Video Recorder Grabadora de DVD vídeo Operating Instructions Instrucciones de uso DMR-HS2 Model No. DMR-HS2 Modelo N. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. Antes de proceder a la conexión, a la utilización ó al ajuste de este producto, rogamos lea detenidamente las instrucciones.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Digital output ..................... 76 Checking the recording during recording (TIME SLIP) ......30 Remote Setting ..................77 Operating other Panasonic DVD equipment with the remote control ..77 Using the FUNCTIONS window ..........30 Clock Settings ................... 78 About the FUNCTIONS window ..............30 Channel Settings ..................
  • Page 3 Keep this page open as you read through the Operating Instructions. Refer to it for the control and component names and numbers which appear in the text. The illustration shows DMR-HS2EG for the Continental Europe. Mantenga abierta esta página para que se puedan leer enteramente las Instrucciones operativas. Se remite a ésta para el control, los nombres de los componentes y los números que aparecen en el texto.

  • Page 4: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Main unit Page Page (1) DVD on/off button (Í, DVD) ..... . 17 (37)Remote control signal sensor ..... 8 ≥To switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.

  • Page 5: The Unit's Display

    Control reference guide (continued) The unit’s display Rotating (REC, PLAY): Rotating (REC): recording Rotating (PLAY): playing Chasing play, Simultaneously recording Stopped (REC): recording paused Stopped (PLAY): play paused and play or Time Slip is in progress (7) (8) EXT Link (10) (11) (1) Recording indicator (REC)

  • Page 6: Warning And Important Information

    Warning and Important Information ª Conserve the environment CAUTION! See “Power Save” of page 81. THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR ª Disposal of old equipment PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE Batteries, packaging and old equipment should not be SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS disposed of as domestic waste, but in accordance with RADIATION EXPOSURE.
  • Page 7 Warning and Important Information (continued) ª Regarding the Internal Hard Disk (HDD) ª Notes on these instructions ≥All other names, company names, product names, etc. in these This unit has an internal hard disk capable of recording and playback (referred to hereon as HDD). instructions are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their In order to prevent damage to the HDD or to hard disk contents, respective corporations.

  • Page 8: The Remote Control

    The remote control Batteries ≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. directly in front of the unit. ≥Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.

  • Page 9: Television Operation

    Panasonic TV ≥For example: 01, press [0] )[1]. Your Panasonic TV uses one of 3 different methods for switching ≥After entering the code, test the remote control by turning on between TV reception and the AV input(s). Perform the operations the television and changing channels.

  • Page 10: Discs

    For your reference ≥DVD-RAM recorded on this unit cannot be played on incompatible players (including players manufactured by Panasonic). Consult the manual for the player to determine compatibility with these DVD-RAM disc. ≥Using a Panasonic DVD-RAM, you can record broadcasts that...

  • Page 11: Discs That Cannot Be Played

    ≥Play may be impossible in some cases due the condition of the ≥MV-Disc recording. ≥PD ≥We recommend using DVD-R manufactured by Panasonic as ≥Photo CD they have been tested to be compatible with this unit. ≥Divx Video Disc, etc.Discs ≥You cannot change audio type if a DVD-R is in the unit. Select ≥Play of non-standard Video CDs and Super Video CDs is not...

  • Page 12: Which Disc Types And Programme Types (On Hdd) Are Playable On What Tv

    PC CARD (JPEG) Discs (continued) Which Disc Types and Programme Types PC Cards capable of displaying and (on HDD) are Playable on What TV saving When you use either PAL or NTSC discs or playback a programme Available memory card in this unit recorded on HDD using PAL or NTSC, refer to this table.

  • Page 13: Still Pictures (Jpeg)

    Still pictures (JPEG) Still pictures (JPEG) that can be Folders that can be displayed/saved displayed/saved Still pictures (denoted as Filename : xxxxxxxx.JPG) saved in ≥This unit is compatible with DCF* based, still picture (JPEG) files recorded using a digital camera. folders ( ) as shown below can be displayed/saved.

  • Page 14: Connecting And Setting Up

    21-pin Scart cable (not supplied). Features similar to Q Link have different names and may not work the same. ° [Q Link] is a registered trademark of Panasonic. ° [DATA LOGIC] is a registered trademark of Metz.

  • Page 15: Preset Download

    ≥Downloading is complete when you see the television picture. Hints: ≥If you have a Panasonic television, starting downloading will automatically display “Download”. If you have a different television, however, “Download” may not appear. Select the AV input on your television to see “Download”.
  • Page 16 Connecting and Setting up (continued) Use a 21-pin Scart cable or Audio/Video cable (S-Video cable). Follow these steps if you connect your unit to a television using a RF coaxial cable and a 21-pin Scart cable. (AV Connection) A RF Coaxial cable must be connected to watch television even if a 21-pin Scart cable is also used to connect unit to the television. ªConnect as following steps RF Coaxial cable (supplied) Fully-wired 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied)

  • Page 17: Auto Setup

    Selecting TV screen type Connecting and Setting up (continued) Auto Setup The aspect ratio is factory set to 4:3 for a regular television. You do not have to change this setting if you have a regular 4:3 aspect Auto Setup automatically tunes all available stations and sets the television.

  • Page 18: Selecting Between Hdd And Dvd Drives

    Selecting between HDD and DVD Playing discs/programmes drives recorded on HDD [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] This unit incorporates an HDD and a DVD drive. Select the drive (HDD/DVD) you intend to use - you may carry out Regarding the HDD (Hard Disk Drive) recording and playback on the drive selected.

  • Page 19: Erasing A Programme That Is Being Played

    Playing discs/programmes recorded on HDD (continued) ªWith non-cartridge discs For your reference ≥If “ ” appears on the television The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. ≥If a disc is loaded, the unit will come on and play will start when you press [1] (21).

  • Page 20: Starting Play From Where You Stopped It (Resume Function)

    Playing discs/programmes recorded on HDD (continued) Starting play from where you stopped it Fast forward and rewind—SEARCH [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] (Resume Function) During play [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] Press [6, SLOW/SEARCH] or [5, SLOW/SEARCH] During play (20).

  • Page 21: Skipping

    Playing discs/programmes recorded on HDD (continued) Skipping Manual Skip [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] You can skip to the beginning of tracks (page 86) and chapters Remote control only (page 86) and restart play from there. You can skip commercials easily with this feature.

  • Page 22: Changing Audio

    Playing discs/programmes recorded on HDD (continued) ªWhen you have connected the unit to other Changing audio equipment with an optical digital cable [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] If you cannot change the audio type when you have used only an Remote control only optical digital cable for connection, set “Dolby Digital”...

  • Page 23: Programme Play

    Playing discs/programmes recorded on HDD (continued) Programme play Random play [CD] [VCD] [CD] [VCD] You can select up to 100 tracks to play in the order you choose. The unit plays the tracks on a disc in random order. Preparation Preparation Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”.

  • Page 24: Marking Places To Play Again-Marker

    Playing discs/programmes recorded on HDD (continued) ªTo clear a marker Marking places to play again — MARKER Use [2, 1] (10) to select a marker number and press [CANCEL] [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] (5). You can mark up to 999 points on a disc to return to later. These ≥An asterisk replaces the number and the position is cleared.

  • Page 25: Recording Television Programmes

    Recording television programmes [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Press [¥ REC] (16) to start recording. Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Recording to the HDD: ≥The HDD or DVD record lamp (40) (41) on the main unit Confirm there is sufficient empty space for recording on the lights.
  • Page 26 Recording television programmes (continued) ªRecording modes and approximate recording times For your reference ≥You cannot change the channel or recording mode during in hours recording. You can change them while recording is paused, but DVD-RAM DVD-R the material is recorded as a separate programme. (4.7 GB) ≥Recording will take place on open space in the HDD or on disc.

  • Page 27: Flexible Recording Mode (Fr)

    Recording television programmes (continued) ªTo Manually Adjust the Audio Recording Level Flexible recording mode (FR) The unit adjusts the recording level automatically to prevent sound The unit calculates a recording rate that enables the recording to fit distortion due to excessive peaks. in the time you set (within the remaining time on the disc) and with However, if you want to manually adjust the audio recording level, the best possible picture quality.

  • Page 28: One Touch Recording-Specify A Time To Stop Recording

    Recording television programmes (continued) ªLinked timer recordings with external equipment One Touch Recording—Specify a time to (EXT LINK) stop recording [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] If an external equipment (for example a satellite receiver) with a Main unit only timer function is connected to the AV2 socket of this unit by a 21- pin cable, it is possible to control the recording of the unit from this This is a simple way of making timer recordings when you are in a...

  • Page 29: Playing While You Are Recording

    Playing while you are recording Playing from the beginning of the Simultaneous recording and play [HDD] [RAM] programme you are recording—Chasing play You can start play of the programme you are recording or play a programme previously recorded. [HDD] [RAM] Preparation You can start play from the beginning of a programme while Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”.

  • Page 30: Checking The Recording During Recording (Time Slip)

    Using the FUNCTIONS window Playing while you are recording (continued) Checking the recording during recording About the FUNCTIONS window (TIME SLIP) Most of the features and functions of this unit can also be controlled with icons. The examples show the FUNCTIONS [HDD] [RAM] window when a DVD drive is selected and a DVD-RAM is being While recording is taking place, you can play desired scenes in the...
  • Page 31 Using the FUNCTIONS window (continued) ª FUNCTIONS window icons TOP PLAY DISC INFORMATION TOP PLAY DISC INFORMATION Start play from the oldest programme on the disc: [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [RAM] [DVD-R] (page 39) Enter Title: [VCD] (page 19) [RAM] (page 39) Disc Protection: [HDD] [RAM] (page 40)

  • Page 32: Timer Recording

    Timer recording Using S * (G- ) number to make CODE If the programme is correct timer recording Press [ENTER] (10). ≥The Timer Programme List screen appears. : for Continental Europe. : for Australia and N.Z.. CODE TIMER 35:39 LP 4:00 LP Remain RECORDING...
  • Page 33 Timer recording (continued) ªTo change the programme Note ≥The built-in clock employs 24-hour system. TIMER 35:39 LP 4:00 LP Remain RECORDING ≥The actual time recorded may be longer than the programme 12:53:00 16. 7 TUE itself when television programmes are recorded using S Name Date Start...

  • Page 34: Manual Programming

    Timer recording (continued) ≥HDD/DVD Manual programming Specify the recording drive of the standby timer recording. [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] HDD()DVD Remote control only ≥RENEW (Auto Renewal Recording) [HDD] (page 35) If you record a programme onto HDD repeatedly everyday or You can set your own programming conditions (up to 32 every week using timer recording, the unit will record the new programmes).

  • Page 35: Relief Recording

    Timer recording (continued) Relief Recording Note ≥The built-in clock employs 24-hour system. When the recording drive is set to “DVD” for timer recording the ≥The remaining time is not shown if you insert discs other than unit will automatically evaluate if the programme will fit onto the DVD-RAM or DVD-R.

  • Page 36: To Check Programmes

    Timer recording (continued) To check programmes Starting and cancelling programmes Press [PROG/CHECK] (13). ªTo put the unit on recording standby Press [Á, TIMER] (12). The Timer Programme List screen appears. The unit turns off and “Á” lights on the unit’s display. TIMER 35:39 LP 4:00 LP...

  • Page 37: Recording From A Video Cassette Player

    Recording from a video cassette player When connected to non-DV equipment While stopped Press [W, X] (18) or [INPUT SELECT] (29) to select [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] the input channel for the equipment you have You can record audio and video being played on a video cassette connected.

  • Page 38: Entering Titles

    Entering titles [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [CARD] ≥To enter a space You may enter a space by pressing [-/--] (4) and then press You can: [ENTER] (10). ≥Title discs with the DISC INFORMATION in the FUNCTIONS window. ≥Title programmes with the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (page 44). ≥Title play lists with the PLAY LIST screen (page 54).

  • Page 39: Disc Information

    DISC INFORMATION Disc Protection About DISC INFORMATION [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [RAM] ≥You can give discs titles — Enter Title This allows you to protect discs from accidental erasure. ≥You can write-protect and write-enable DVD-RAM— Disc Preparation Protection ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥You can erase all programmes and play lists on HDD/DVD- ≥Insert the disc you want to protect.

  • Page 40: Releasing Disc Protection

    DISC INFORMATION (continued) Releasing disc protection Erase all programmes [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] All programmes and play lists will be erased. This allows you to release disc protection. Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Insert a disc you have recorded on.

  • Page 41: Format

    DISC INFORMATION (continued) ªTo stop formatting Format Select “No” in step 5 or “Cancel” in step 6 and press [ENTER] [HDD] (10). All contents on the HDD will be erased. Press [RETURN] (23). [RAM] Some DVD-RAM are unformatted. You must format these discs before you can use them in this unit.

  • Page 42: Top Menu-Selecting The Background Image

    DISC INFORMATION (continued) Top Menu— Selecting the background Finalize — Creating DVD-Video [DVD-R] image You can play DVD-R on compatible DVD players by finalizing them [DVD-R] on this unit, effectively making them into DVD-Video. After finalizing, the background (9 types) that will be displayed for The menus you create with this unit can also be used on the the top menu on DVD video equipment can be selected.

  • Page 43: Using The Direct Navigator

    Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR Selecting programmes to play b) Write-protected (page 45): ≥Displayed when you have protected the programme. [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] Programme 1 has been protected in the example. A list of programmes is created as you record them. You can use Copy-protected: this list to find the programmes you want to watch.

  • Page 44: Erasing Programmes

    Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (continued) Erasing programmes Enter Title [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] A B C i j £ The programme is erased completely when you use this procedure fl $ & ERASE O N @ and cannot be retrieved. Check the programme carefully before erasing it to ensure it isn’t one you want to keep.

  • Page 45: Protecting Programmes

    Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (continued) Protecting programmes Releasing programme protection [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] You can prevent accidental erasure of programmes by write- Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. protecting them. ≥For the HDD: Preparation Confirm that something has been recorded on the HDD. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”.

  • Page 46: Erasing Parts Of A Programme

    Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (continued) ªTo stop partway through Erasing parts of a programme Select “Cancel” in step 9 and press [ENTER] (10). [HDD] [RAM] The specified parts of the programme are erased completely Press [RETURN] (23). when you use this procedure and cannot be retrieved. ªTo erase another part of the same programme Check the programme carefully to ensure it isn’t one you want After storing the point in “Start”...

  • Page 47: Dividing Programmes

    Using the DIRECT NAVIGATOR (continued) ªTo stop partway through Dividing programmes Select “Cancel” in step 8 and press [ENTER] (10). [HDD] [RAM] You can divide a selected programme into two. Press [RETURN] (23). You must be sure you wish to divide a programme because once a programme has been divided it cannot be returned to ªTo change the point to divide its original form.

  • Page 48: Using Play List To Edit Programmes

    Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes Displaying play lists About the play list scene screen [HDD] [RAM] The play lists of programmes recorded in the HDD and the DVD 3 10/21 0:02 004 Dinosaur PLAY LIST are displayed separately. It is necessary to select the playback Play Scenes drive (HDD/DVD) you wish.

  • Page 49: Creating Play Lists

    Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) ªTo stop partway through Creating play lists Press [RETURN] (23). [HDD] [RAM] ªTo clear the play list screen You can specify start and end points to create a scene, then Press [PLAY LIST] (22) or [RETURN] (23). specify the order in which these scenes are played.

  • Page 50: Playing Play Lists

    Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Playing play lists Playing Scenes [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥For the HDD: ≥For the HDD: Confirm that play list(s) have been made on the HDD. Confirm that play list(s) have been made on the HDD.

  • Page 51: Adding Scenes To A Play List

    Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Adding Scenes to a play list Moving a Scene [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥For the HDD: ≥For the HDD: Confirm that play list(s) have been made on the HDD.

  • Page 52: To Re-Edit A Play List Scene

    Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) ªTo re-edit another scene To re-edit a play list Scene (1) Use [3, 4] (10) after step 8 to select “Next” or “Back” and [HDD] [RAM] press [ENTER] (10) until you find the scene you want to re- Preparation edit.

  • Page 53: Erasing A Scene From A Play List

    Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Erasing a Scene from a play list Copying play lists [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥For the HDD: ≥For the HDD: Confirm that play list(s) have been made on the HDD.

  • Page 54: Erasing A Play List

    Using PLAY LIST to edit programmes (continued) Erasing a play list Checking play list’s contents [HDD] [RAM] [HDD] [RAM] Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥For the HDD: ≥For the HDD: Confirm that play list(s) have been made on the HDD. Confirm that play list(s) have been made on the HDD.

  • Page 55: Using Display Menus

    Using DISPLAY menus [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] Disc menu [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] Remote control only DISPLAY menus contain information about the disc or unit. These Disc Sound track Î Digital 2/0ch menus allow you to perform following operations: Play ≥You can change the subtitle and the angle when using DVD- Subtitle...

  • Page 56: Play Menu

    Using DISPLAY menus (continued) Play menu Repeat play [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [CD] [VCD] During play Disc † † A-B repeat Use [3, 4] (10) Play Repeat Play Picture Disc † † A-B repeat ††††††††††...

  • Page 57: Picture Menu

    Using DISPLAY menus (continued) Picture menu [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] Disc MODE Normal Play Picture Sound MODE To select the picture mode during play Normal: Normal mode Soft: Soft mode Fine: Fine mode Cinema: Cinema mode (mellows movie, enhances detail in dark scenes.) You can turn on and off the recommended settings for 3D NR, block NR, and mosquito NR.

  • Page 58: Dubbing Programmes Or Play List

    Dubbing programmes or play list [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] (3) Use [2, 1] (10) to select “Programmes” or “Play Lists”. ≥You cannot select “Play Lists” if you selected “DVD-RAM ≥It is possible to dub a programme or play list to another drive. )HDD”...

  • Page 59: One Touch Dubbing (Hdd Dvd)

    Dubbing programmes or play list (continued) Note One Touch Dubbing (HDD DVD) ≥The contents of dubbing lists will remain in the memory even Programmes and play lists currently being played back on HDD after the power has been turned off. In the case of the DVD drive, can simultaneously be dubbed to DVD-RAM or DVD-R.

  • Page 60: Jpeg- Playing Jpeg Pictures

    JPEG- Playing JPEG pictures Displaying JPEG pictures (Album Inserting/Removing the PC Card Display) Carry out insertion/removal of the PC card after turning the unit off. [CARD] [HDD] [RAM] You can display a list of the JPEG pictures or display pictures one ≥When the card indicator in the unit display is flashing, the card is by one from any folder existing on the PC card, HDD or DVD-RAM.

  • Page 61: To Display Jpeg Pictures One By One With Constant Interval (Slide Show)

    JPEG- (continued) Playing JPEG pictures To display JPEG pictures one by one To erase JPEG pictures (JPEG pictures are erased irretrievably by this procedure.) with constant interval (Slide Show) 1) While in JPEG picture display (page 60, [CARD] [HDD] [RAM] Press [ERASE] (30).

  • Page 62: Jpeg- Editing Jpeg Pictures

    JPEG- Editing JPEG pictures You cannot access “Copy”, “Copy All of PC Card”, “Erase”, Select the copying drive. “Protect”, “PRINT (DPOF)” and “PC Card Format” when PC card is While the confirmation screen is displayed, write-protected (page 12) or the disc is protected (pages 39, 87). (1) Use [3, 4] (10) to select “DESTINATION”...

  • Page 63: Copy All Of Pc Card

    JPEG- (continued) Editing JPEG pictures Copy All of PC Card Erase [CARD] [CARD] [HDD] [RAM] You can copy the all contents of the PC card to HDD or DVD-RAM. You can erase the whole folders or selected JPEG pictures. (maximum of 300 folders, 3000 files) Once activated, material cannot be returned to its original form, including protected JPEG pictures.

  • Page 64: Protect

    JPEG- (continued) Editing JPEG pictures Protect Releasing protection [CARD] [HDD] [RAM] [CARD] [HDD] [RAM] You can set protection for whole folders or for individual JPEG You can release the protection for whole folders or for individual pictures. JPEG pictures. While stopped While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS] (11).

  • Page 65: Print (Dpof)

    JPEG- (continued) Editing JPEG pictures ªTo stop partway through PRINT (DPOF) Select “CANCEL” in step 8 and press [ENTER] (10). [CARD] You can select a whole folder or individual pictures for printing and Press [RETURN] (23). specify the number of prints to be made (maximum 999 files). While stopped ªTo change print (DPOF) settings Press [FUNCTIONS] (11).

  • Page 66: Others

    JPEG- (continued) Editing JPEG pictures ªPC Card Format Others [CARD] ª Slide Show Intervals You can erase all JPEG pictures in the PC cards. [CARD] [HDD] [RAM] Once activated, recorded contents (including protected JPEG You can set the display timing of slide show. (page 61) pictures and computer data) will be completely erased.

  • Page 67: Dv Automatic Recording (Dv Auto Rec)

    ≥The audio recorded is the audio selected at “Audio Mode for DV Input” (page 74). ≥We recommend using Panasonic digital video camera. ≥Recording may not be performed as desired if the time codes on the tape in the DV equipment are not successive.

  • Page 68: 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. Remote control only To activate the child lock Hold down [ENTER] (10) and [RETURN] (23) simultaneously until “X HOLD” appears on the unit’s display. ≥If you press a button while the child lock is on, “X HOLD”...

  • Page 69: Connecting A Digital Amplifier Or System Component [A]

    Upgrading your system (continued) Connecting a digital amplifier or system Connecting an analog amplifier or component [A] system component [B] R - AUDIO OPTICAL AC IN ~ DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (PCM/BIT STREAM) R - AUDIO R - AUDIO - L VIDEO S-VIDEO OPTICAL...

  • Page 70: Connecting A Decoder

    Upgrading your system (continued) Connecting a Decoder Connecting a satellite receiver or digital Decoder here refers to the device used to decode scrambled receiver broadcasts (Pay TV). (1) Satellite receiver (not supplied) (1) Decoder (not supplied) (2) 21-pin Scart socket (2) 21-pin Scart socket (3) 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied) (3) 21-pin Scart cable (not supplied)

  • Page 71: Connecting A Video Cassette Recorder

    Upgrading your system (continued) Connecting a video cassette recorder When connecting to the AV3/DV input terminals on the When connecting to the input terminals on the rear of front of the unit the unit Audio/Video cable Audio/Video cable (1) Yellow (VIDEO) (1) Yellow (VIDEO) (2) White (L) (2) White (L)

  • Page 72: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings Common procedures Refer to the summary of settings table on page 73 and use the following procedure to change the settings if necessary. Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. While stopped (11) Press [FUNCTIONS] to show the FUNCTIONS window. Use [3, 4, 2, 1] (10) (10)

  • Page 73: Summary Of Settings

    Choose the preferred language for disc menus. [English] [French] [German] [Italian] [Spanish] Remote [Other ¢¢¢¢] Change the remote control code so you can use other Panasonic DVD equipment at the same time. [DVD 1] [DVD 2] [DVD 3] Original The original language of each disc will be selected.
  • Page 74 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) ª Sound Underlined items are the factory presets. PLAY Sound During Search ( ª Picture [HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] Rec Resolution ( Choose whether to have sound during search. Select the picture sharpness when recording. [On] [Off] [Fine] [Normal] Dynamic Range Compression (...
  • Page 75 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Underlined items are the factory presets. Norm (4:3) TV Settings (DVD-Video) Select how video from DVD-Video is shown on a 4:3 standard ª Display aspect television. [Pan & Scan] [Letterbox] On-Screen Messages Choose whether to show on-screen messages automatically or Pan &...

  • Page 76: Entering A Password

    Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Entering a password Digital output You can limit play of DVDs unsuitable for some audiences, Change these settings when you have connected equipment children, for example. Play and changes to the settings are not through this unit’s OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal. possible unless you enter a password.

  • Page 77: Remote Setting

    Most of the DVD recorders and players manufactured by Press [FUNCTIONS] (11) to show the FUNCTIONS Panasonic use the same system for their remote controls, so if you window. operate them in the same place, the controls can be confused by Use [3, 4, 2, 1] (10) to select “SETUP”...

  • Page 78: Clock Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Clock Settings Auto Clock Setting If a TV station transmits a signal for time setting, performing the Usually, the units Auto Setup or Download function automatically operation steps below activates the Automatic time correction adjusts the clock to correct time. (For Continental Europe) function and time is corrected automatically.

  • Page 79: Channel Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings (continued) ≥Select “On” if the stereo sound is distorted due to inferior Channel Settings reception conditions, or if you want to record the normal (mono) Preparation sound during a stereo, bilingual or NICAM broadcast. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. Title Page: (For Continental Europe) Selecting the manual tuning To select the title extraction from TV guide of broadcaster.
  • Page 80 Changing the unit’s settings (continued) List of TV Reception Channels Auto-Setup Restart, Download You can use the SETUP menus to start Auto Channel setting if Auto Setup (page 17) fails for some reason. TV Channel Channel Preparation Indication Other ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. Germany/Italy Countries While stopped...

  • Page 81: Power Save Setting

    Changing the unit’s settings (continued) Power Save Setting Country Settings Preparation Preparation ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. ≥Switch [DVD, TV] (15) to “DVD”. While stopped While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS] (11) to show the FUNCTIONS Press [FUNCTIONS] (11) to show the FUNCTIONS window.

  • Page 82: Status Displays

    Status displays Changing the information displayed Displays appear on the television when you operate the unit to let π 10:15:00 6.8 Remain 2 : 34 XP π PRG5 1:12.12 XP you know what operation was performed and what condition the π...

  • Page 83: Maintenance And Handling

    Maintenance and Handling Maintenance To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. ≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully. Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lenses over time, possibly making it impossible to record or play discs. Use the recommended DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1) every 1 to 4 months, depending on frequency of use and the operating environment.

  • Page 84: Glossary

    Glossary Bitstream DTS Digital Surround This is the compressed form of digital signals. A decoder decodes This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the these signals into 5.1 surround and multi-channel signals. world. The separation between channels is good and the compression ratio is low, so realistic sound effects are possible.
  • Page 85 Glossary (continued) Pan&Scan/Letterbox In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be viewed on a widescreen television with an aspect ratio of 16:9. This means you can view most material with the intended aspect ratio on a widescreen television. Material with this ratio will not fit onto a standard television with an aspect ratio of 4:3.
  • Page 86 Glossary (continued) VPS/PDC (For Continental Europe) VPS (Video Programme System)/ PDC (Programme Delivery Control) VPS or PDC is a very convenient system which assures that the TV programmes you have programmed for timer recording will be recorded exactly from beginning to end, even if the actual broadcasting time differs from the scheduled time due to delayed start or extension of the programme duration.

  • Page 87: Self-Diagnosis

    Self-diagnosis The self-diagnosis displays appear if a problem occurs with the unit. The service numbers in the table appear when a problem occurs. ≥The service numbers are a “U” followed by two digits. Service number Service Unit status Solutions number ≥Follow the instructions in “Maintenance and Handling”...
  • Page 88 Error displays (continued) ≥You tried to play a programme recorded using a different encoding system from that of Cannot playback this programme. TV system is different from the setting. the TV system currently selected on the unit. )Alter the TV system setting on this unit to suit (page 75). To playback this programme, please change the TV System in SETUP.

  • Page 89: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. Power ≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely into the household AC outlet. No power ≥The unit is hot (“U14”...
  • Page 90 Troubleshooting guide (continued) Play ≥Insert the disc correctly with the label facing up. (page 18) Play fails to start even when [1] (21) is pressed. ≥This unit cannot play discs other than DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-Video, Video CD, and CD. Play starts but then stops (page 10) ≥The disc is dirty.
  • Page 91 Troubleshooting guide (continued) Recording and timer recording ≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the unit Cannot record. can record onto. (page 10) ≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc so this unit can record on it. (page 41) ≥The write protect tab (page 87) on the cartridge is set to “PROTECT”.

  • Page 92: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions (W)x(H)x(D): Approx. 430×79×306 mm Power supply: AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz Mass: Approx. 4.5 kg Power consumption: 39 W (Approx. 2 W [Power Save mode]) 5 oC – 40 oC Operating Temperature: Operating Humidity range: 10 % – 80 % RH (no condensation) Recording system: DVD video recording standards (DVD-RAM),...

  • Page 93: Index

    Index ª A ª M A-B repeat play ................56 Manual tuning ................79 Audio ..................22 Marker ..................24 Auto Renewal Recording ............35 MENU ..................19 Auto Setup ................17 MPEG ..................76 ª C ª P Chasing play ................29 PLAY ..................

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