Panasonic Dmr E500 Operating Instructions Manual

							Operating Instructions
DVD Video Recorder
Model No.DMR-E500H
HDD DVD SD PC
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 
these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software 
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”.
Example:
1ALL2
4 1
[For\U.S.A.]only]
The warranty can be found on page 80.
[For\Canada]only]
The warranty can be found on page 81.
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar 
en la página 82.
This manual was printed with soy based ink.
RQT7394-2P
PP
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Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions 
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with 
the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than 
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third 
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into 
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the 
obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with 
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution 
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus 
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE 
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN 
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC 
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT 
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, 
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO 
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS 
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
Keep the small memory cards such as the SD 
Memory Card out of reach of children. If 
swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.
RQLS0233
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AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. DANGER(FDA 21 CFR)
(IEC60825-1) VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. CAUTIONRAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
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UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.ADVARSELSICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG
GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.VORSICHT
(Inside of product)
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within 
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user 
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” 
within the product’s enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock 
to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle 
is intended to alert the user to the presence of 
important operating and maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-
pliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, 
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. 
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT 
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO 
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER 
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s 
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for 
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground 
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as 
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and 
easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall 
remain readily operable.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which 
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of 
the following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from 
that to which the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for 
help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the 
attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to 
operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ, 07094 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Useful features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STEP 1Connection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Connections for the Network function  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
Connecting a LAN cable to this unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
STEP 2Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
STEP 3Set up to match your television and 
remote control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
STEP 4 Multi-channel speaker setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15STEP 5Setting up the Network  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16This unit’s network setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16
When more than one network compatible Panasonic DVD 
recorder is on the Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
To be able to operate this unit from a computer on the Home 
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
HDD, disc and card information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Recording television programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . .  23
Selecting audio to record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
Timer recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Using the TV Guide On ScreenTM system to make timer recordings . .  25
Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
Using VCR Plusi system to make timer recordings . . . . . . . .  26
Check, change or delete a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27
Utilizing the TV Guide On ScreenTM system . . . . . . . . . . 28
Playing recorded video contents/
Playing play-only discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Operations during play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
Editing operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32
Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32
Using menus to play MP3  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Playing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Useful functions during still picture play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35Playing MPEG4 titles  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Useful functions during MPEG4 title play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37Using on-screen menus and Status messages . . . . . . . 38On-screen menus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38
Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  39
FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  39
Editing titles/chapters  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Title operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
Chapter operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
Creating, editing and playing play lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Creating play lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42
Editing and playing play lists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
Play list operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
Chapter operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Picture and folder operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44Editing MPEG4 titles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45MPEG4 title operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45Entering text  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists . . . . . . . . . . .  47
One Touch Transfer (dubbing)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list  . . . 48
Transferring (dubbing) a finalized DVD-R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Recording from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . .  51Manual recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Transferring (dubbing) still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list  . . . 52
Transferring (dubbing) all the still pictures on a card
—COPY ALL PICTURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Transferring (dubbing) MPEG4/MPEG2 titles . . . . . . . .  54One Touch transfer (dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list  . . . 55
Operating the DVD recorder by computer  . . . . . . . . . .  56
Playing back video titles recorded on another DVD 
recorder’s HDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  57
HDD, disc and card setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
Setting the protection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Providing a disc with a name  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Erasing all titles, play lists and MPEG4 titles—Erase all titles . . . 59
Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format . . . . . . . . . . 59
Enabling DVD-R to be played on other equipment—Finalize . . 60
Changing the unit’s settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  61Common procedures  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system is not used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  65
Auto channel/clock settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Channel captions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  67
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
Frequently asked questions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  70
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  72
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  73
Product Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  78
Maintenance/HDD, disc and card handling  . . . . . . . . .  79
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  80
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) . . . . . . . . . . . .  81
Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Backcover
Getting started
Recording
Playing back
Editing
Transfer (Dubbing)
Network
Convenient functions
Reference
Guía de referencia rápida en español . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
(Spanish Quick Reference)
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 80.
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
∏∏∏∏∏∏
1 Remote control
(EUR7721KL0)1 AC power supply 
cord
(K2CB2CB00006)1 75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
(VJA1125)2 Batteries
for remote control1 Audio/video 
cable
(K2KA6CA00001)1 IR Blaster
(K2ZZ04C00002)
≥For use with this unit 
only. Do not use it 
with other equipment.
(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/
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Useful features
This DVD Video recorder records high quality images to rapid 
random access capable HDD (Hard disk drive) or DVD-RAM. This 
has resulted in many new features that outperform older tape 
formats. The following information summarizes a few of these 
features.
Instant recordingYou no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing the 
recording button, the unit finds available recording space and begins 
recording right away. There is no need to worry about overwriting 
already recorded content.
HDD recordingYou can keep on recording your favorite programs to an internal HDD 
that is able to record up to 709 hours when using EP (8H) mode.
You can also high speed transfer (dub) your favorite programs to 
DVD-RAM or DVD-R and create a backup disc.
LAN terminal, SD/PC card slots, DV input terminalThis unit is equipped with interfaces that allow networking with digital 
equipment.
≥The LAN terminal of this unit lets you connect to a computer for 
easy text input when giving names to video titles. This also allows 
playback of MPEG4 titles and viewing of JPEG. You can also 
connect to another network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder 
for more video playback choice.
≥The SD/PC card slots of this unit let you transfer (dub) digital 
camera photographs from a card to DVD-RAM for easy storage 
without using a computer.
≥The DV automatic recording function of this unit lets you easily 
transfer (dub) digital images to the HDD by connecting only a 
single DV cable.
Transferring (dubbing)/editing/playing MPEG4 titles
≥While recording programs to the HDD you can simultaneously 
record them as MPEG4 titles. By then transferring (dubbing) these 
MPEG4 titles from the HDD to a SD Memory Card or 
MultiMediaCard, you can view them on a SD Video Camera etc.
≥You can also transfer (dub) MPEG2 titles recorded on a SD Video 
Camera etc, to HDD or DVD-RAM.
TV Guide On ScreenTM system
The TV Guide On ScreenTM system provides a handy electronic 
program guide (EPG) for checking what’s on. Setting up to record a 
broadcast is easy too. Simply select the desired program from the 
displayed list. You can also search for desired programs alphabetically 
or by displaying only the programs in a certain category.
≥This service may not be available in some areas.
Instant play
There is no need to rewind or search forward. Direct Navigator 
guides you to the beginning of the recorded video immediately. 
Chasing playback
There is no need to wait until recording is 
complete. Without stopping recording, you can 
play the video currently being recorded from its 
beginning.
Simultaneous Recording and Playback
While recording, you can play another video 
program that was recorded previously.
Time Slip
During play and also while recording, you can 
jump to the scene you wish to view by specifying 
the skip time.
5.1 channel surround sound
Enjoy the powerful movie theater and hall-like sound available with 
multiple channel audio found on DVDs by connecting an amplifier 
and speakers.
∫Batteries
≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
≥Do not mix old and new batteries.
≥Do not use different types at the same time.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not take apart or short circuit.
≥Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can 
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long 
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
[Note]
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control 
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (➡page 14).
∫Use
The remote control
R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
3020
3020
Remote control signal sensor
7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to a problem 
with the unit or recordable media, and accepts no responsibility and offers no compensation for any subsequent damage caused by 
such loss. 
Examples of causes of such losses are
≥A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company.
≥A disc used as described above and then played again in this unit.
≥A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this unit.
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Control reference guide
Rear panel terminals (➡page 7)
Remote control 
Main unit
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
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 DISPLAYDUBBING
Turn the unit on (➡page 12)
Input select (L1, L2, L3 or DV) (➡page 51)
Select channels and title numbers, etc./
Enter numbers
Cancel
Basic operations for recording and play
Show Top menu/Direct Navigator
(➡page 30, 40)
Show sub menu (➡page 40)
Show on-screen menu (➡page 38)
Show timer recording schedule (➡page 26)
Erase items (➡page 32)
Show SETUP menu (➡page 13, 61)
Changing the size of information window
(➡page 28)
One touch transfer (dubbing)/“Blue” button for
television program list (➡page 48, 25)Television operations (➡page 14)
Select drive (HDD, DVD, SD or PC)
(➡page 22, 30, 35)
Channel select (➡page 22)
Select audio (➡page 23, 32)/Adjust the audio 
recording level (➡page 51)
Skip a minute forward (➡page 31)
Show VCR Plusr screen (➡page 26)
Show FUNCTIONS window (➡page 39)
Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (➡page 12, 31)
Return to previous screen
Skip the specified time/Display the television image 
as a picture-in-picture (➡page 24, 31)
Show television program list (➡page 25)
Change recording mode (➡page 22)
Start recording (➡page 23)
Show status messages (➡page 39)
Create chapters/“Green” button for television program 
list (➡page 32, 25)
HDD DVD SD PC
HDD
DV D
TIME SLIPDRIVE SELECT/x1. 3
OPEN/CLOSE
PC CARDEJECT
SD CARDPOWER
CHRECTIME SLIP
DV IN   AUDIO IN VIDEO INS-VIDEO INL2L / MONO
   R
POWER
SD/PC card slots (➡page 34)
Connection for camcorder, etc. (➡page 51)
Skip the specified time/Display the television image
as a picture-in-picture (➡page 24, 31)
Channel select (➡page 22) Display (➡below)
Start recording (➡page 23) POWER button (POWER 
Í/I) (➡page 12)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or 
vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still 
consuming a small amount of power.
Disc tray (➡page 22, 30)Stop (➡page 23, 31)
Remote control signal sensor/
Open/close disc tray (➡page 22, 30)
Time Slip indicator (➡page 24) Select drive (➡page 22, 30, 35)
Lights when the HDD or DVD 
drive is selected Connection for digital video 
(DV) camcorder (➡page 51)Start play 
(➡page 30) Lights when the HDD, DVD, SD or PC
drive is selected
Skip/Slow/Search
(➡page 31)
The unit’s display
HDDSD PCXP
SP
CHLP
EPRECPLAY
DVDVCD.MIXR -
AM
RECPLAYMPEG4
EXTLinkRECPLAY
DVDD.MIXR -
AM
RECEXTLinkRECPLAYEXTLinkRECPLAY
MPEG4 indicator
When lit:  Simultaneous MPEG4 
recording function is 
activated (➡page 22).
Main display sectionD.MIX (multi-channel DVD-Audio only)
When lit: Down-mixing (➡page 68) is 
possible.
When off: The disc prevents down-mixing 
(➡page 20, Regarding DVD-
Audio). Channel
Recording
Playback
Recording/Playback Timer recording indicator
Disc type Transferring (dubbing)/Network function indicator Recording mode
e.g.,
[HDD] HDD/Card indicator
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∫Examples of equipment you can connect to this unit’s terminals
∫When the unit is not to be used for a long time
To save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unit 
consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off 
(approx. 21 W).
≥Note that the television program list is not downloaded while the 
unit is unplugged.
Te l e v i s i o n
Video cassette recorder
Camcorder This unitAmplifier
Cable TV boxTo L2 or DV input terminals 
(front) (➡page 51)
To IN1 (L1) input 
terminals (rear)From AUDIO OUT terminals or 
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal From OUT1 or OUT2 
terminals
To IN3 (L3) input 
terminals (rear)Via the LAN terminalComputer or other network 
compatible Panasonic DVD 
recorder
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the 
unit.
Do not place the unit on 
amplifiers or equipment 
that may become hot.
The heat can damage the unit.
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≥The equipment connections described are examples.
≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it is 
recommended that this unit be connected as shown below.
A to R are indexes for Spanish Quick Reference.
∫The unit’s RF OUT terminal
The picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through the 
RF OUT terminal to the television. 
Make sure you connect one of the following terminals on this unit to 
the television: the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal, the S-VIDEO OUT 
terminal or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. If the 
television has none of these terminals, consult your local dealer.
≥Refer to page 9 if the antenna connector doesn’t match.Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder
Video signals fed through video cassette recorders will be affected 
by copyright protection systems and the picture will not be shown 
correctly on the television.
≥When connecting to a television with a built in VCR, connect to 
the input terminals on the television side, not the VCR side.
Connection with a television and video cassette recorder
YPBPRR - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OPTICALG-LINKCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT(480p/480i)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)
IN1 (L1)
IN3 (L3)
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEOOUT1 OUT2
VHF/UHF
RF IN
RF OUTSUB WOOFERCENTERRL
FRONTAUDIO OUTjLAN (10/100)5.1ch
R - SURROUND - L
VHF/UHF 
   RF IN
VHF/UHF 
 RF OUT
AUDIO 
R AUDIO 
L VIDEO 
IN AUDIO 
R AUDIO 
L VIDEO 
OUT
OUT IN
VHF/UHF
RF IN COMPONENT
VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
R       LS VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
DCable from wall or antenna signal
BTelevision
PTo household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz) GVideo cassette recorder
NCooling fan
OAC power supply cord
Connect only after all other 
connections are complete.  KThis unitJAudio/Video cableESplitter indicates included accessories.
indicates accessories not included.
MTo IN1 (L1) CWhen connecting using these terminals, ensure 
you connect the audio cables to the corresponding 
audio input terminals on the television.
R
S-VIDEO OUT terminal
Connect to S-VIDEO IN terminal on the television through 
a S-Video cable.
The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture 
than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on 
the television.)Q
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
Connect to COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals on 
the television through a component video cable.
These terminals can be used for either interlace or 
progressive output (➡page 69) and provide a purer 
picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal.
≥Connect to terminals of the same color.H75 ≠ coaxial cable A
I Ye l l o w
White
Red
FRed White Yellow
LTo OUT1 or OUT2JAudio/Video cable
H75 ≠ coaxial cable F
Red White Yellow
FRed White Yellow
BTelevisionBTelevision
KThis unit
GVCRGVCR
KThis unit
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≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV service to enjoy viewing their programming.
≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box.
≥If you receive your programming solely from a satellite service, the program guide in this unit will not receive program listings or 
channel information. Without this information, program-based recordings cannot be made. However, recordings can still be set 
manually.
The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback when this unit is turned off. For optimum operation, it is 
recommended that this unit be connected as shown below.
A to Y are indexes for Spanish Quick Reference.
∫Should I use the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminal or 
the RF OUT terminal?
If your cable TV box has both AUDIO/VIDEO OUT terminals and 
RF OUT terminals, we recommend connecting the AUDIO/VIDEO 
OUT terminal with the unit’s IN3 (L3) terminal. Using this 
connection provides better picture quality.
≥The S-VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the 
VIDEO terminal.
∫Why should I connect the IR Blaster?
The IR Blaster is a device that allows this unit to communicate with 
the cable TV box. It acts like a remote control for the cable TV box.
If you connect a cable TV box to this unit, you also need to attach 
the IR Blaster so this unit can control the channels on the cable TV 
box.
Place the IR Blaster in front of the signal sensor of the cable TV box.
Connection with a cable TV box and video cassette recorder
YPBPRR - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OPTICALG-LINKCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT(480p/480i)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)
IN1 (L1)
IN3 (L3)
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEOOUT1 OUT2
VHF/UHF
RF IN
RF OUTSUB WOOFERCENTERRL
FRONTAUDIO OUTjLAN (10/100)5.1ch
R - SURROUND - L
VIDEORFS-VIDEO R           L
AUDIO
OUTIN
VHF/UHF 
   RF IN
VHF/UHF 
 RF OUT
AUDIO 
R AUDIO 
L VIDEO 
IN AUDIO 
R AUDIO 
L VIDEO 
OUT
OUT IN
VHF/UHF
RF IN COMPONENT
VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
R       LS VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
H75 ≠ coaxial cable
JThis unit
UCable TV box IAudio/Video cable
QThese connections to IN3 (L3) 
are required for the TV Guide 
On Screen
TM system to work. BTelevision
IAudio/Video cable
SInstead of using the Audio/
video cable, you can also 
connect the RF IN terminal 
on this unit to the cable TV 
box RF OUT terminal using 
the 75 ≠ coaxial cable.
TSetting the IR Blaster 
➡below PIR Blaster
Insert the IR Blaster jack into the G-
LINK terminal.
≥Only use the included IR Blaster.
CRed White Yellow
FVideo cassette recorder
CRed White Yellow
CRed White Yellow
G Yellow
White
Red
ESplitter
H75 ≠ coaxial cable
IAudio/Video cable
NAC power supply cord
Connect only after all other 
connections are complete. 
OTo household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)LTo IN1 (L1)
KTo OUT1 or OUT2
RTo IN3 (L3) C
Red White Yellow
MCooling fan indicates included accessories.
indicates accessories not included. ADCable from wall or antenna signal
Setting the IR Blaster
VRead the cable TV box operating 
instructions regarding positioning of the 
signal sensor.WIf necessary, use the double sided adhesive tape (included) to 
secure the IR Blaster to a flat surface.
YIf you peel off the adhesive tape, the surface may become 
damaged.
Once you have confirmed the cable TV box is operating 
correctly, secure it by attaching the adhesive tape. Xe.g. Television stand surface
UCable TV box
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Enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD by connecting an amplifier and speakers. There are two types of connection, digital and analog.
∫Analog connection∫Digital connection
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead.
≥If your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use 
the lead connection to minimize signal loss.
∫A single twin lead
∫A twin lead and a coaxial cable
∫Two twin leads
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna terminals 
on your television. Refer to the television’s operating instructions.
∫A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal
∫A twin lead terminal
∫Two twin lead terminals
∫Multiple antenna terminals
≥Connect to one of the ANT terminals, then change the television’s 
settings as necessary.
Connecting an amplifier or system component
If the antenna connector doesn’t match
YPBPRR - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OPTICALG-LINKCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT(480p/480i)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)
IN1 (L1)
IN3 (L3)
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEOOUT1 OUT2
VHF/UHF
RF IN
RF OUTSUB WOOFERCENTERRL
FRONTAUDIO OUTjLAN (10/100)5.1ch
R - SURROUND - L
OPTICAL IN
FRONT 
R               L SURROUND 
R              L CENTER SUB- 
WOOFER
Optical digital audio 
cable
Do not bend sharply 
when connecting.Insert fully, with this 
side facing up. Audio cable
This unitRed White
Red WhiteTo enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-
Video connect an amplifier with a built-in decoder 
displaying these logo marks. Use an optical digital 
audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio 
Output” (➡page 63).
≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not 
s u i t e d  t o  DV D.
≥Even if using this connection, output will only be from 2 channels 
when playing DVD-Audio.
Amplifier’s rear panel
Amplifier’s rear panel
To AUDIO OUT 5.1 ch To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on DVD-Video and 
DVD-Audio connect an amplifier using the AUDIO OUT 5.1 ch 
terminals and go to the settings on page 15.
≥Switch the attenuator on if sound is distorted with this 
connection (➡page 63).
or
Connect with AUDIO OUT1 or 2 terminals to enjoy 
stereo (2 channel) sound.
Other antenna connections to the unit
300–75 ≠ transformer
from the antenna
(Flat) Twin lead 
300 ≠ cableTo this unit’s RF IN 
terminal
from the antenna
(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable
To this unit’s RF IN 
terminal (Round)
75 ≠ coaxial cableVHF/UHF band mixer
from the antenna
To this unit’s RF 
IN terminal
300–75 ≠ transformer (Flat) Twin lead
300 ≠ cableVHF/UHF band mixer
Other antenna connections from the unit to the 
television
VHF/UHF band separator
Te l e v i s i o n 75 ≠ coaxial cableVHF
UHF
75 ≠ coaxial cable75–300 ≠ transformer
TelevisionVHF or 
UHF
75 ≠ coaxial cableVHF/UHF band separator
TelevisionVHF
UHF
ANT 2 ANT 1 Split outTe l e v i s i o n
75 ≠ coaxial cable
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≥Setting up the Network (➡page 16–19)
≥Operations with the Network function (➡page 56–57)
∫Connecting to the Home Network
Connect this unit to a router on the Home Network. This will allow you to do the following:
≥Operate this unit from a computer, i.e. give names to video titles, playback MPEG4 titles, and view JPEG.
≥Playback video stored on other network compatible Panasonic DVD recorders from this unit.
≥You can also connect to the network with a wireless router.
≥Set the router’s DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) to enable it to automatically assign IP addresses. The default configuration of 
the router is normally sufficient.
≥Use a router that supports 100BASE-TX.
≥It may not be possible to connect this unit to the Internet depending upon router security settings.
Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about the Network function of the DVD recorder.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs/dvd/index.html
≥Refer to the router’s operating instructions or contact your Internet service provider for information about router connections and settings.
∫Connecting directly to another network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder
Connect this unit directly to another network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder. This will allow you to playback video stored on the other 
network compatible Panasonic DVD recorder from this unit.
Connections for the Network function
HDD DVD SD PC
HDD DVD SD PC
This unit Other network compatible 
Panasonic DVD recorder(s)
InternetModem
(Cable, DSL, etc)
Router
≥Use a hub if the modem 
has a router function. Computer
Home Network
LAN cable (not included)
≥Use category 5 cable.
HDD DVD SD PCHDD DVD SD PC
This unit Another network compatible 
Panasonic DVD recorder LAN cable (not included)
≥Use category 5 cable.
Router/Hub
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