Panasonic Dmr E65 Operating Instructions Manual

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[RAM]
Preparation
≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.
≥Release protection (➡page 40).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Erase all 
titles” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when finished.
6Press [ENTER].
[Note]
≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be 
restored. Make certain before proceeding.
≥Still picture data (JPEG, TIFF) or computer data cannot be erased.
≥Erase does not work if one or more titles are protected.
[RAM] [SD] [PC]
Preparation
≥Press [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.
≥Release protection (➡page 40).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” or “CARD SETTING” and 
press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Format disc” 
or “Format” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when formatting is finished.
6Press [ENTER].
[Note]
To stop formatting
Press [RETURN].
(You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc 
or card must be reformatted if you do this.)
≥Formatting cannot be performed on DVD-R or CD-R/RW.
≥When a disc or card has been formatted using this unit, it may not 
be possible to use it on any other equipment.
≥You cannot format a Microdrive or mobile hard disk on this unit.
[DVD-R]
Preparation
Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Select First 
play” and press [ENTER].
Press [3,4] to select “Top Menu” or “Title 1” and press 
[ENTER].
You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing.
Top Menu: The top menu appears first.
Title 1: The disc content is played without displaying the 
top menu.
4Press [3,4] to select “Finalize” and 
press [ENTER].
1Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
2Press [2,1] to select “Start” and press [ENTER].
A message appears when finalizing is finished.
3Press [ENTER].
[Note]
≥You cannot finalize DVD-R recorded on other manufacturer’s 
equipment.
DVD-R finalized on this unit may not be playable on other players 
due to the condition of the recording.
≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about DVDs.
http://www.panasonic.com/playDVD-R
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Erasing all titles and play lists—Erase 
all titles
Erasing all the contents of a disc or 
card—Format
≥Formatting erases all contents (including computer data), 
and it cannot be restored. Check carefully before 
proceeding. The contents are erased when you format it even if 
you have set protection.
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
formatting. This can render the disc unusable. 
Formatting normally takes a few minutes, however it may take up 
to a maximum of 70 minutes ([RAM]).
Enabling DVD-R to be played on other 
equipment—Finalize
After finalizing
≥The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer record 
or edit.
≥Titles are divided into about 5-minute
§ chapters.§This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode 
of recording.
≥There is a pause of several seconds between titles during play.
Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
finalizing. This will render the disc unusable. 
≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes.
Before 
finalizingAfter 
finalizing
Disc display on this unit DVD-R DVD-V
Recording/Editing/Entering name±t
Play on other players t±
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Changing the unit’s settings
1While stopped
Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select the tab and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select the menu and 
press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the option and 
press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
§1You need to set these menus only when you do not use TV Guide On ScreenTM system. These menus turn gray and become un-selectable 
after this unit downloads the television program list.
§2You can set these menus only after “Auto Channel Setting” is completed.
Continued on next page
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
1 DVD
SD/PC
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPA U S EPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
CHAPTER SETUPInfo
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
REC MODE ERASE
REC
STATUS TIME SLIP DISPLAY
DRIVE SELECT
3,4,2,1 
ENTER
RETURN
SETUP
¢ CANCEL
Í DVD POWER
Numbered 
buttons
Common procedures
Tabs Menus Options
Antenna SystemAuto Channel Setting
TV GUIDE Setting
Channel CaptionsCATV
Channel SETUPSet Up
Summary of settings
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Channel
TV GUIDE Setting
Set the TV Guide On ScreenTM system.
Antenna System
§2
Select to suit the type of antenna you are using.≥TV≥CATV
Auto Channel Setting§1 (➡page 45)j
Preset Channel Captions
§2 (➡page 46)j
Manual Channel Captions
§2 (➡page 46)j
Set UpOff Timer
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.≥2 hr≥6 hr≥Off
Remote Control Code (➡page 13)≥Set Code 1
≥Set Code 2≥Set Code 3
Auto Clock Setting
§1 (➡page 45)
Manual Clock Setting
§1 (➡page 11)
Time Zone Adjust
§1 (➡page 45)≥j1≥0≥i1
Re-initialize Settings
This returns all values in the SETUP menus, except for the 
clock, channel settings, ratings level, and on-screen language, 
to the default settings.≥Ye s≥No
DiscLanguages
Choose the language for audio, subtitle and disc menus. [DVD-V]
≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
≥Some discs start in a certain language despite any changes 
you make here.≥Enter a code (➡page 50) with the numbered buttons when 
you select “Other ¢¢¢¢”.
When the selected language is not available on the disc, the 
default language is played. There are discs where you can 
only switch the language from the menu screen (➡page 24).
Audio Language≥English
≥French≥Spanish
≥Original: The original language of each disc will be selected.
≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Subtitle Language≥Automatic
:If the language selected for “Audio Language” is not available, 
subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available 
on that disc.
≥English≥French≥Spanish≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Menu Language≥English
≥French≥Spanish≥Other ¢¢¢¢
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 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Disc
ContinuedRatings
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with 
the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown.
≥Do not forget your password.≥8 No Limit
: All DVD-Video can be played.
≥1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding 
ratings recorded on them.
≥0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.
≥Unlock Recorder≥Change Password
≥Change Level≥Temporary Unlock
Recording Time in EP Mode
Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode 
(➡page 17, Recording modes and approximate recording times).
≥EP (6H):You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.≥EP (8H):You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB disc.
Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode
Select “Video (On)” to play DVD-Video content on some DVD-
Audio.≥Video (On):The setting returns to “Audio (Off)” when you 
change the disc or turn the unit off.
≥Audio (Off)
Video3-D Y/C Separation≥On: Reduces noise by separating the luminance (Y) and 
color (C) signals when recording.
≥Off: Reduces the ghosting that occurs when recording fast 
moving images.
Hybrid VBR Resolution
(➡page 48, VBR)≥Automatic: The resolution is automated to provide efficient 
recording with less block noise. [RAM]
≥Fixed
: The resolution is fixed to ensure that there is no 
loss of source picture resolution while recording.
Still Mode
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play 
(➡page 48, Frames and fields).≥Automatic
≥Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected.
≥Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen 
clearly when “Automatic” is selected.
Seamless Play
Select the play mode for play list chapter segments.≥On
: The chapters in play lists are played seamlessly. This 
does not work when there are several audio types 
included on the play list and when using Quick View. 
Additionally, the positioning of chapter segments may 
change slightly.
≥Off: The points where chapters in play lists change are 
played accurately, but the picture may freeze for a 
moment.
Line-in NR
Reduces video tape noise while transferring (dubbing).
≥When noise reduction is on, “3-D Y/C Separation” (➡above) 
does not work regardless of the setting.≥Automatic
: Noise reduction only works on picture input from a 
video tape.
≥On: Noise reduction works for any video input.
≥Off: Noise reduction is off. Select when you want to 
record input as is.
Black Level Control
Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to the desired setting for picture enhancement.
Input Level
Adjusts the black level of the input signal.≥Lighter≥Darker
Output Level (Composite/S Video)
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the 
VIDEO OUT and S-VIDEO OUT terminal.≥Lighter≥Darker
Output Level (Component)
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/P
B/PR) terminals.≥Lighter≥Normal
≥Darker
AudioSearch Audio & PLAY k1.3
You may hear sound regardless of this setting with some discs.≥On: Audio is heard during first level search forward.
≥Off: Audio is not heard during search. Quick View 
(➡page 25) does not work.
D. Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only)
Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.≥On≥Off
Select MTS
Select the audio recording type, main or secondary (SAP) audio 
when:
–Recording to a DVD-R.
–Recording sound in LPCM. (➡page 44, Audio for XP 
Recording)≥Main≥SAP
You cannot select this when recording from an external source 
onto DVD-R. Select audio on the other equipment.
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Changing the unit’s settings
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Audio
ContinuedDigital Audio Output
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (➡page 9).
≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
PCM Down Conversion
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 
kHz or 88.2 kHz.≥On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz. (Choose 
when the connected equipment cannot process 
signals with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 
kHz.)
≥Off
: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. (Choose 
when the connected equipment can process signals 
with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)
Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the above 
settings if the signals have a sampling frequency of over 96 kHz 
or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy protection.
Dolby DigitalSelect how to output the signal, to output 
“Bitstream” so the connected equipment 
decodes the signal, or to decode on this 
unit and output the signal as “PCM” (2 
channel).
[Note]
Not making the proper settings may result 
in noise, possibly damage your hearing 
and speakers, and digital recording may 
not work properly. ≥Bitstream
: When connecting to equipment displaying the 
Dolby Digital logo.
≥PCM: When connecting to equipment not displaying the 
Dolby Digital logo.
DTS≥Bitstream: When connecting to equipment displaying the DTS 
logo.
≥PCM
: When connecting to equipment not displaying the 
DTS logo.
Audio for XP Recording
Choose the audio type when recording with XP mode.≥Dolby Digital
 (➡page 48)
≥LPCM (➡page 48)
–The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than 
that of normal XP mode recordings.
–The audio recording becomes Dolby Digital even if you 
selected LPCM when using a recording mode other than XP.
–When recording MTS broadcast, select the type of audio in 
advance from “Select MTS” (➡page 43).
DisplayStatus Messages
Choose whether to show status messages automatically.≥Automatic≥Off
On-screen Language
Choose the language for these menus and on-screen 
messages.≥English
≥Español≥Français
–Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system regardless of the settings. Other languages cannot 
be displayed.
Blue Background
Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the blue 
background when reception is weak.≥On
≥Off
Front Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.≥Bright
≥Dim
≥Automatic:
The display turns dark during play, and reappears 
momentarily if a button is pressed. When the unit is turned off 
all displays disappear. While using this mode the standby 
power consumption can be reduced.
TV 
ScreenTV Type (➡page 12)≥Aspect 4:3 & 480I≥Aspect 4:3 & 480P
≥Aspect 16:9 & 480I≥Aspect 16:9 & 480P
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video
Select how DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥Pan & Scan
:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan 
(unless prohibited by the producer of the disc).
≥Letterbox:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style.
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM
Select how DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥4:3: Titles played as recorded.
≥Pan & Scan:Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & 
Scan.
≥Letterbox: Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the 
letterbox style.
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 42.
Preparation:
If the television program list has already been downloaded, return the unit to the factory preset condition using the steps indicated below.
When the unit is on and stopped
1Press and hold [XCH] and [WCH] on the main unit for about five seconds.
The unit turns off.
2Press [ÍDVD POWER] to turn the unit on.
3Complete the TV Guide On Screen
TM system setup (until [ENTER] is pressed after the “Watch 
TV” message screen is displayed).
[Note]
You can set timer recording only manually after you set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Auto Channel 
Setting” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [ENTER].
Auto Channel Setting starts. This takes a few minutes.
The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is 
displayed when finished.
≥DST, Daylight Saving Time, shows the summertime setting.
≥TIME ZONE shows the time difference from Greenwich 
meantime (GMT).
EST (Eastern Standard Time)l GMT j5
CST (Central Standard Time)l GMT j6
MST (Mountain Standard Time)l GMT j7
PST (Pacific Standard Time)l GMT j8
AST (Alaska Standard Time)l GMT j9
HST (Hawaii Standard Time)l GMT j10
For other areas: xx hr
≥If the Auto Clock Setting does not start automatically, select 
“Auto Clock Setting” from the “Set Up” tab.
≥If the time was not set correctly, use manual clock setting 
(➡page 11) or time zone adjust.
6Press [ENTER].
≥The unit configures channels according to the Antenna 
System settings as follows.
Adjust the time zone (j1 or i1) if it was not set correctly with auto 
clock setting.
You cannot change this setting if you set the clock manually.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Set Up” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Time Zone 
Adjust” and press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select “s1” or “r1” 
and press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To cancel partway while Auto Channel/Clock Setting is taking place
Press [RETURN].
REC
TIME SLIP
SD PCDV D
OPEN/CLOSE
DRIVE SELECTCHTIME SLIP/x1. 3
X CH W
Auto channel/clock settings
SETUP
DiscVideoAudio
Auto Clock Setting
Auto Clock Setting is complete.
4/4/2002 12:15 AM
DST.............  ON
TIME ZONE.... CSTChannelSet Up
Antenna system Band Channel
TVVHF 2–13
UHF 14–69
CATVVHF 2–13
CATV LOW BAND 95–99
CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14–36
CATV HYPER BAND 37–65
ULTRA BAND66–94
100–125
SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1
Time Zone Adjust
SETUP
DiscVideo
Set Up
Time Zone Adjust
j10i1Channel
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 42.
You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself.
The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is displayed and in the Direct Navigator screen.
≥You can set channel captions only after “Auto Channel Setting” is completed.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Preset 
Channel Captions” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the caption and 
press [1].
You can choose from the following captions.
ABC, PBS, CBS, CNN, FOX, ESPN, NBC, HBO, A&E, AMC, 
FAM, MAX, MTV, SHOW, TBS, USA, TNT, CBC, UPN, CTV, 
WB, TSN, DSC, GLOB
≥When selecting the caption, press and hold [3,4] to scroll 
up and down the screen.
5Press [3,4] to select the channel 
corresponding to the caption and 
press [2].
≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if 
captions have not been added manually.
≥To delete the channel number, press [¢CANCEL].
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter other channels.
6Press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Manual 
Channel Captions” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the channel 
and press [1].
≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if 
preset captions have not been added.
5Press [3,4] to select the first 
character and press [1].
≥You can choose from the following characters:
A–Z, 0–9, -, &, !, /, (space)
≥To delete the caption, press [¢CANCEL].
≥Repeat this step to enter the other characters.
6Press [2,1] to return to the “Channel 
Number” column.
Repeat steps 4–6 to enter other channels.
7Press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Channel captions
Antenna System
Auto Channel Setting
Channel Captions
Preset Channel CaptionsManual Channel CaptionsCATV
Channel SETUPSet UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
TV GUIDE Setting
Preset Channel Captions
SETUP
Set UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Preset Captions
Caption
Channel Number
---
---
GLOB
ABC
------
PBS
CBS
Channel
Manual Channel Captions
SETUP
Set UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Manual Captions
Caption
Channel Number
AAAA
6
10
12
23----
----
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Specifications
Recording system:DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM)
DVD-Video format (DVD-R)
Recordable discs:
DVD-RAM :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB, 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB
12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0)
DVD-R :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 8cm (3q) 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0)
12 cm (5z) 4.7 GB (for General Ver. 2.0/4k–SPEED DVD-R
Revision 1.0)
Recording time:
≥Maximum 8 hours (with 4.7 GB disc)
Playable discs:
DVD-RAM :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB, 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB
12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k–SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0)
DVD-R :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 8cm (3q) 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0)
12 cm (5z) 4.7 GB (for General Ver. 2.0/4k–SPEED DVD-R
Revision 1.0)
DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Video CD, CD-Audio (CD-DA)
CD-R/CD-RW (MP3, CD-DA, Video CD formatted discs)
Drive unit:High Speed Drive (correspond to 4 times speed with 
DVD-R disc and 3 times speed with DVD-RAM disc)
LASER Specification
Class I LASER Product
Wave length:
795 nm wavelength (for CDs), 658 nm wavelength (for DVDs)
Laser power:
No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protection
Audio system
Recording system:
Dolby Digital 2 ch, Linear PCM (XP mode, 2ch)
Input:LINE (pin jack)a3
Reference input: 309 mVrms, FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Input Impedance: 47 k≠
Output:LINE (pin jack)a2
(Load impedance: 10 k≠)
Reference output: 309 mVrms, FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Output Impedance: 1 k≠
Digital Audio Out:Optical terminal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS)Television system
Tuner system:NTSC-M
Antenna reception input:TV Channel:  2 ch–69 ch, 75 ≠
CATV Channel: 1 ch–125 ch, 75 ≠
Video system
TV system:NTSC color signal, 525 lines, 60 fields
Recording system:MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)
Input:LINE (pin jack)a3, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
S connectora3 Y: 1.0 Vp-p; C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Output:LINE (pin jack)a2, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
S connectora2 Y: 1.0 Vp-p; C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Component video output (480P/480I):Y:  1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
P
B:  0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠
PR:  0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Card unit:Still picture (JPEG, TIFF)
Card slot:SD Memory Card/PC Card Type II
Compatible media:SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard,
A PC Card adaptor conforming to PC Card Standards,
ATA Flash PC Card,
PC Card adaptor (SD Memory Card, MultiMediaCard,
CompactFlash, SmartMedia, M
EMORYSTICK, xD-Picture Card,
Microdrive), Mobile hard disk
Format:FAT12, FAT16
Image format:JPEG
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system),
(sub sampling 4:2:2 or 4:2:0),
TIFF (uncompressed RGB chunky),
DPOF Compatible
Number of pixels:34a34 to 6144a4096
Thawing time:Approx. 7 sec. (2 M pixels)
Others
Regional code:‚ 1
Clock unit:Quartz-controlled 12-hour digital display
Operating temperature:5 oC–40 oC (41 oF–104 oF)
Operating humidity range:10 %–80 % RH (no condensation)
Power supply:AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption:28 W
Dimensions (WkHkD):Approx. 430 mmk79 mmk274 mm
(Approx.1615/16qk31/8qk1013/16q)Mass:Approx. 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs)
[Note]
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
User memo: XP: Approx. 1 hour
LP: Approx. 4 hoursSP: Approx. 2 hours
EP: Approx. 6 hours/8 hours
Power consumption in standby mode: approx. 15 W
The model number and serial number of this product can be 
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER  DMR-E65
SERIAL NUMBER 
DATE OF PURCHASE  _______________________________
DEALER NAME  ____________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  _________________________________
__________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  ______________________________
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Glossary
Bitstream
This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) 
before it is decoded into its various channels.
CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)
CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to 
be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with 
CPRM compatible recorders and discs.
Dolby Digital
This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby 
Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can 
also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can 
be recorded on one disc using this method.
When recording on this unit Dolby Digital (2 channel) is the default 
audio.
Down-mixing
This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on 
some discs into two channels. It is useful when you want to listen to 
the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through your television’s 
speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then 
only output the front two channels.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
DPOF is the standard printing format for still picture data taken by a 
digital camera, etc. It is used for automatic printing at a photo 
developing store or on your home printer.
Drive
In the instance of this unit, this refers to the disc (DVD), SD card 
(SD) and PC card (PC). These perform the reading and writing of 
data.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good 
separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are 
possible.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound 
that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest 
level of sound before distortion occurs.
Dynamic range compression means reducing the gap between the 
loudest and softest sounds. This means you can listen at low 
volumes but still hear dialog clearly.
Film and video
DVD-Video are recorded using either film or video. This unit can 
determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable 
method of progressive output.
Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture film generally 
being 24 frames per second.
Video is 60 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).
Finalize
A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. 
possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize 
DVD-R on this unit.
After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and you can no longer 
record or edit.
Folder
This is a place on the disc or memory card where groups of data are 
stored together. In the case of this unit, it refers to the place where 
still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) are stored.
Formatting
Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM 
recordable on recording equipment.
You can format DVD-RAM and memory cards on this unit. 
Formatting irrevocably erases all contents.
Frames and fields
Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see 
on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.
≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but 
picture quality is generally better.
≥A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but 
there is no blurring.JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. If 
you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras etc., the 
data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The 
feature of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering 
the degree of compression.
LPCM (Linear PCM)
These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on 
CDs. LPCM sound is available when recording in XP mode.
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)
An audio compression method that compresses audio to 
approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of 
audio quality. You can play MP3 you have recorded onto CD-R and 
CD-RW.
Pan&Scan/Letterbox
In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be 
viewed on a widescreen television (16:9 aspect ratio), so images 
often don’t fit regular (4:3 aspect ratio) televisions. Two styles of 
picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.
Pan&Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fills 
the screen.
Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and 
bottom of the picture so the picture itself 
appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9.
Playback control (PBC)
If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and 
information with menus.
(This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 1.1.) 
Progressive/Interlace
NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (I) scan lines, 
whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. 
This is called 480P.
Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video 
recorded on media such as DVD-Video.
Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.
Protection
You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or 
erasure protection.
Sampling frequency
Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave 
(analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital 
encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per 
second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the 
original sound.
Thumbnail
This refers to a miniature representation of a picture used to display 
multiple pictures in the form of a list.
TIFF (Tag Image File Format)
This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. 
A common format for storing high quality images on digital cameras 
and other devices.
VBR (Variable bitrate)
This is a method of video recording that adjusts the bit rate 
according to video signal.
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Frequently asked questions
Set upPa ge
Disc
Recording
TV Guide On Screen
TM system
What equipment is necessary to play multi 
channel surround sound?≥ DVD-Video:
You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an 
amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital and a DTS decoder.
≥DV D - Au d i o :
This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel 
surround sound.9
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Are the headphones and speakers directly 
connected to the unit?≥You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, etc.9
The television has both S-VIDEO IN terminal and 
COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals. Which 
terminal should I connect with?≥We recommend the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal. Component signal 
outputs the color difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) 
separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.
If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture 
can be output because this unit’s component video output terminal outputs 
a progressive output signal.7
Is my television progressive output compatible?≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480P input terminals are compatible. 
Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.—
Can I play DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and Video 
CDs bought in another country?≥You can play them if the video standard is NTSC.
≥However, you cannot play DVD-Video if their region number does not 
include “1” or “ALL”.—
Cover
Can a DVD-Video that does not have a region 
number be played?≥The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. 
You cannot play discs that do not have a region number.—
Please tell me about DVD-R and DVD-RW 
compatibility with this unit.≥This unit records and plays DVD-R. However, you cannot record onto DVD-
R discs that are finalized. 
≥This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible discs.
≥This unit does not record or play DVD-RW.—
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Please tell me about CD-R and CD-RW 
compatibility with this unit.≥This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs (audio recording discs) which have been 
recorded under one of the following standards: CD-DA, MP3 and Video CD. 
Close the session or finalize the disc after recording.
≥You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.14, 27
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Can I record from a commercially purchased 
video cassette or DVD?≥Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected; 
therefore, recording is usually not possible.—
Can a DVD-R recorded on this unit be played on 
other equipment?≥You can play on DVD-R compatible players after finalizing the disc on this 
unit; however, due to the condition of the recording, play may not be 
possible.41
How many times can I write to a DVD-RAM disc?≥You can write to the disc approximately 100,000 times depending upon the 
conditions of use.—
Can I record digital audio signals using this unit?≥You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on this unit are 
for output only. —
Can a digital audio signal from this unit be 
recorded to other equipment?≥You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the 
“Digital Audio Output” settings to the following from the SETUP menu.
–PCM Down Conversion On
–Dolby Digital PCM
–DTS PCM
However, only
–As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted.
–As long as the recording equipment is compatible with a sampling 
frequency of 48 kHz.
≥You cannot record MP3 signals.44
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Can I switch to SAP during recording?≥With DVD-RAM, you can, and the audio recorded also changes. Just press 
[AUDIO].
≥With DVD-R, you cannot. Change before recording with “Select MTS” in the 
SETUP menu.17
43
I do not want TV Guide On ScreenTM system to 
automatically appear on screen.≥Select “Off ” in “Review options” menu, so that TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system appears only when you press [TV GUIDE].23
I do not want to use TV Guide On Screen
TM 
system.≥Set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”. Note that you can set timer 
recording only manually after you set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”.45
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Error messages
On the televisionPage
On the unit’s display
Cannot finish recording 
completely.≥The program was copy-protected.
≥The disc may be full.—
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Cannot play.≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.).—
Cannot record on the disc.≥The disc may be dirty or scratched.
≥You cannot format a Microdrive or mobile hard disk on this unit.54
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Please check the disc.
Unable to format.
Cannot play back on this DVD-
Recorder.≥You tried to play a non-compatible image.
≥Turn the unit off and re-insert the card.28
28
Cannot record. Disc is full.≥Create space by erasing any unnecessary titles. [RAM] 
(Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R, there is no increase in disc space.)
≥Use a new disc.26, 33, 41
— Cannot record. Maximum 
number of titles exceeded.
Error has occurred. Please 
press ENTER.≥Press [ENTER] to start recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while it is recovering 
(“SELF CHECK” appears on the unit’s display).—
No disc≥The disc may be upside down.—
No folders.≥There is no compatible folder in this unit.15
No PC CARD
No SD CARD
No valid PC card.
No valid SD card.≥The card is not inserted. If this message is displayed with a compatible card already 
inserted, turn off the unit, remove and then re-insert the card.
≥The card inserted is not compatible or the card format does not match.28
15
Not enough space on dubbing 
destination.≥Create space by erasing any unnecessary items.26, 29, 33, 
36, 41
Please change the disc.≥There may be a problem with the disc. Press [