Panasonic Dmr E500 Operating Instructions Manual

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Transfer (Dubbing)
Recording from a video cassette recorder
e.g.:  Connecting other video equipment to the L2 or DV input 
terminals
≥Turn off the unit and other video equipment before connecting.
If the audio output of the other equipment is monaural, connect to L/
MONO.
§The S-VIDEO terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the 
VIDEO terminal.
≥DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC) ➡page 52
When recording from the unit’s DV terminal
Select the type of audio recording from “Select Audio CH for DV 
Input” in the SETUP menu (➡page 63).[HDD] [RAM] [DVD-R]
Preparation
≥Connect a video cassette recorder to this unit’s input terminals.
≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.
≥To adjust the audio recording level (➡below)
[Note]
When recording using this unit’s input terminals, only the sound 
received at the time of recording will be recorded.
As long as secondary audio that is recorded on the video cassette is 
not output on the unit in play, it is not recorded.
1While stopped
Press [INPUT SELECT] to select the 
input channel for the equipment you 
have connected.
e.g., If you have connected to L2 input terminals, select “L2”.
2Press [REC MODE] to select the 
recording mode.
3Start play on the other equipment.
4Press [¥REC].
Recording starts.
To skip unwanted parts
Press [;] to pause recording. (Press again to restart recording.)
To stop recording
Press [∫].
To record programs to fill up the remaining space on the disc
➡page 24, Flexible Recording
∫To adjust the audio recording level
1Before recording commences, press and hold [AUDIO] for 
more than 3 seconds.
2Press [3,4] to select “L/R”. 
To individually adjust a level press [3,4] to select “L” (left) or “R” 
(right).
3Press [2,1] to adjust the audio recording level and press 
[ENTER].
≥Set the level to neutral again after recording is finished.
≥If the recording level is too high the audio will be distorted. Set it so 
the audio level meter is not shaking (Maximum–10 dB to –5 dB is 
an appropriate level).
≥The DV input is unaffected.
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
AUD IO
3 4 2 1 
ENTER FUNCTIONS
REC MODE
¥ REC HDD, DVD
INPUT SELECT
∫  ; 
HDD DVD SD PCHDD
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SD CARDPOWER
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Audio/Video 
cable  S-Video 
cable
§
Other video 
equipment
Yellow White Red
DV  Cab le
(IEEE 1394, 4-pin) This unit
Manual recording
Almost all videos and DVD software on sale have been 
treated to prevent illegal copying. Any software that has 
been so treated cannot be recorded using this unit.
Audio Recording Level
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Recording from a video cassette recorder
Refer to the control reference on page 51.
[HDD] [RAM]
When the “DV AUTO REC” function is used, programs are recorded 
as a title while at the same time chapters are created at each break 
in the images and the play list is created automatically.
Preparation
1 Turn off the main unit and DV equipment, then connect the 
equipment with the unit’s DV input terminal (➡page 51, 
left column).
2 Turn on the main unit and DV equipment.
3 Pause play of the DV equipment at the point you want recording 
to star t.
4 Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the recording drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DV 
AUTO REC” and press [ENTER].
3Press [REC MODE] to select the 
recording mode.
4Press [2,1] to select “Rec” and 
press [ENTER].
Recording starts.
When recording finishes
The confirmation screen appears. Press [ENTER] to finish DV 
automatic recording. 
To stop recording
Press [∫].
[Note]
≥Only one piece of DV equipment (e.g., digital video camcorder) can 
be connected to the unit via the DV input terminal.
≥It is not possible to operate the unit from the connected DV equipment.≥The DV input on this unit is for use with DV equipment only. (It 
cannot be connected to a computer, etc.)
≥The DV equipment name may not be shown correctly.
≥Depending on the DV equipment, the images or audio may not be 
input properly.
≥The date and time information on the tape of the DV equipment will 
not be recorded.
≥You cannot record and play simultaneously.
≥Even if you set the simultaneous MPEG4 recording function 
(➡page 22), MPEG4 recording will not take place.
DV automatic recording (DV AUTO REC)
If the DV automatic recording function does not work properly, 
check the connections and DV equipment settings, and turn the 
unit off and back on.
If that does not work, follow the instructions for manual 
recording (➡page 51).
Transferring (dubbing) still pictures
[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC]
≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB 
(➡page 21).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select 
“DUBBING” and press [ENTER].
If you are not going to change the registered list press [4] 
several times (➡page 53, step 7).
3Press [3,4] to select “Dubbing 
direction” and press [1].
1Press [3,4] to select “Source” and press [ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].
3
Press [3,4] to select “Destination” and press [ENTER].4Press [3,4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].
The same drive as the transfer (dubbing) source can be 
selected.
5Press [2] to confirm.
4Press [3,4] to select “Mode” and 
press [1].
1Press [3,4] to select “Format” and press [ENTER].2Press [3,4] to select “Picture” and press [ENTER].“Recording mode” is automatically set to “High speed”.
3Press [2] to confirm.
5Press [3,4] to select “Create list” 
and press [1].
Select the transferring (dubbing) items and register on the list.
Still pictures and folders cannot be registered on the same list.
∫To register individual still pictures
1Press [3,4] to select “New entry” and press [ENTER].2Press [3,4,2,1] to select a still picture and press 
[ENTER].
≥To select a multiple number of items together, press [;] 
to add the check mark and press [ENTER] (➡page 53, 
Multiple editing)
≥To show other pages (➡page 53)
≥To select the still pictures in another folder (➡page 53)
≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡page 53)
Transferring (dubbing) using the 
transferring (dubbing) list
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPAUSEPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
PROG/CHECKTV GUIDE
TIME SLIP DISPLAY
RETURN
SD/PC
FUNCTION
SUB MENU;
3 4 2 1 
ENTER
: 9
Dubbing
SD card
HDD Select the dubbing direction.1
2
3Source
Destination Cancel all
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create listSD card > HDD
Picture High Speed
0
01/01
DubbingCreate a dubbing list.
Current capacity          4343MB
No.  Size
PreviousNew entry
Next
SET
1
2
3Cancel allPicture
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create listPicture/Folder
Start dubbing
SD card > DVD
Picture High Speed
Name
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∫To register on a folder by folder basis
1Press [3,4] to select “Picture/Folder” and press 
[ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “New entry” and press [ENTER].4Press [3,4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].
≥To select a multiple number of items together, press [;] 
to add the check mark and press [ENTER] (➡ below, 
Multiple editing).
≥To show other pages (➡ below)
≥To switch another higher folder (➡ below)
≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡ below)
6Press [3,4] to select “SET” and 
press [ENTER].
The transferring (dubbing) list is registered.
7Press [3,4] to select “Start 
dubbing” and press [ENTER].
≥For individual still pictures only
When specifying another folder as the transferring (dubbing) 
destination, select “Folder”.
Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] to start 
transferring (dubbing).
To stop transferring (dubbing)
Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
∫To select another folder
1Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Folder” and press [ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select the folder and press [ENTER].
≥The still pictures of different folders cannot be registered on the 
same list.
≥If there is a multiple number of higher 
folders recognizable, you can switch 
them using [2,1]. (Folders whose 
higher folders are different cannot be registered on the same list.)
∫To edit the transferring (dubbing) list
Select the item in step 5 (➡page 52, right column)
1 Press [SUB MENU].
2 Press [3,4] to select the operation and press 
[ENTER].
§ Multiple editing is possible (➡below).
To cancel all registered transferring (dubbing) settings and lists
In step 3 (➡page 52, right column)
1 Press [3,4] to select “Cancel all” and press [ENTER].
2 Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
≥The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations.
–When a title or still picture has been recorded or erased at the 
transfer (dubbing) source
–When steps have been taken, for instance, to turn off the unit, 
remove the card, open the tray, change the transfer (dubbing) 
direction, etc.
[SD] or [PC] > [HDD] or [RAM]
Preparation
Press [SD/PC] to select the source drive.
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “COPY 
ALL PICTURES” and press [ENTER].
≥If there is a multiple number of higher folders recognizable, 
you can switch them using [2,1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Copy from” 
and press [2,1] to select the drive.
4Press [3,4] to select “Copy to” and 
press [2,1] to select the drive.
5Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Copy” 
and press [ENTER].
To stop transferring (dubbing)
Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To show other pages
Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press 
[ENTER].
≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.
Multiple editing
Select with [3,4,2,1] and press [;]. (Repeat.)
Press [ENTER] to register to the list.
≥A check mark appears. Press [;] again to cancel.
DubbingCreate a dubbing list.
Current capacity        4343MB
No.  Size
New entry1
2Cancel allPicture
Dubbing direction
ModePicture/Folder
SD card > DVD
PictureHigh Speed
Name
Folder
Make a new folder and dub to it?New folder\DCIM
001 100__DVD
002 101__DVD003 102__DVD---
\DCIM\@__DVD
004 103__DVD
Create list Select pictures        SD CARD
0001Folder103__DVD000200030004
\DCIM
001 100__DVD
002 101__DVD003 102__DVD---
\DCIM\@__DVD
004 103__DVD
002 101__DVD003 102 DVD\DCIM\@__DVD \DCIM001 100__DVD
Add
Erase§
Erase all
Transferring (dubbing) all the still 
pictures on a card—COPY ALL 
PICTURES
[Note]
≥When transferring (dubbing) the still pictures on a folder by 
folder or card by card basis, files other than the still picture files 
inside the folder will also be transferred (dubbed). (This does 
not apply to the lower folders contained inside the folders.)
≥If still pictures are already contained inside the transfer 
(dubbing) destination folder, the new still pictures are recorded 
following the existing still pictures.
≥If the space on the destination drive runs out or the number of 
files/folders to be transferred (dubbed) exceeds the maximum 
(➡page 34), transferring (dubbing) will stop partway through.
≥When a name has not been input for the transfer (dubbing) 
source folder, it is possible that this folder’s number will not be 
the same on the transfer (dubbing) destination. It is 
recommended that you input a folder name before transferring 
(dubbing) (➡page 46).
≥Print number setting (DPOF) is not transferred (dubbed).
≥The sequence in which the still pictures are registered on the 
transfer (dubbing) list may not be the same at the transfer 
(dubbing) destination.
Copy All Pictures (JPEG)
Copy from
SD card
\DCIM
Copy to
HDD
\JPEG\DCIM001
Copy all pictures (JPEG) in the card
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Transferring (dubbing) MPEG4/MPEG2§ titles
§MPEG2 data taken on a SD Video Camera
∫Transferring (dubbing) types and features
≥You cannot transfer (dub) MPEG4 data to a MultiMediaCard in “XF” or “SF” mode.
≥A title that is transferred (dubbed) to a computer-formatted card by converting it to MPEG4 format may not playback normally. Format the card 
on this unit before transferring (dubbing) (➡page 59).
≥Some equipment which allows MPEG4 playback may not be compatible with this unit’s recording modes. Please check the equipment’s 
operating instructions for more information. (Some equipment may display messages such as “Press the RESET button” when playing a non-
compatible title.)
∫Approximate recording time when recording a MPEG4 title on Panasonic SD Memory Card
≥Not all of the capacity is available for recording or transferring (dubbing) because the copyright information is also included.
≥The approximate time on the left of each column is applicable when recording pictures with a lot of movement and the one on the right when 
recording pictures with little movement.
[HDD] [RAM] >[SD] 
1Play the MPEG4 title you want to 
transfer (dub).
2Press [DUBBING].
3Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER]. 
The transfer (dubbing) mode is set to High speed mode.
≥You cannot record or play while transferring (dubbing). MPEG4 titles recorded on the HDD using the simultaneous MPEG4 
recording function (➡page 22), can be transferred directly, or through 
DVD-RAM, to a SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard at high speed.
≥One Touch transfer (dubbing) is convenient when transferring (dubbing) 
one title (➡below).
≥Use the transferring (dubbing) list when transferring (dubbing) multiple 
titles at the same time (➡page 55).
You can transfer (dub) video titles recorded on HDD or DVD-RAM to a SD 
Memory Card or MultiMediaCard by converting them to MPEG4 format.
≥Use the transferring (dubbing) list (➡page 55). [One Touch transfer 
(dubbing) is not possible.]
≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be 
converted to MPEG4.
Motion pictures encoded in the MPEG2 or MPEG4 format, which have 
been taken by a SD Video Camera, digital video camera etc, can be 
stored on HDD or DVD-RAM. [MPEG2 titles transferred (dubbed) to HDD 
or DVD-RAM will be treated as video titles.]
≥Use the transferring (dubbing) list (➡page 55). [One Touch transfer 
(dubbing) is not possible.]
MPEG4
MPEG4#MPEG4
MPEG4
HDD
DVD-RAM
High speed mode 
transfer (dubbing)
You can watch on a 
SD Video Camera.
MPEG4
MPEG4
DVD-RAMHDD VIDEO
VIDEO #
You can watch on a 
SD Video Camera. Transferring 
(dubbing) by 
converting to 
MPEG4
DVD-RAMHDD
MPEG4MPEG4MPEG2VIDEOMPEG4#MPEG4
MPEG2#VIDEO
High speed mode 
transfer (dubbing)
SD Card 
CapacityMPEG4 Recording Mode
Extra Fine (XF) Super Fine (SF) Fine (F) Normal (N) Economy (E)
8 MB 0 min. (0 min.) 1 min. (1 min.) 2 min. (3 min.) 3 min. (4 min.) 8 min. (9 min.)
16 MB 1 min. (1 min.) 2 min. (2 min.) 4 min. (6 min.) 6 min. (9 min.) 19 min. (21 min.)
32 MB 2 min. (4 min.) 4 min. (5 min.) 9 min. (13 min.) 13 min. (18 min.) 41 min. (44 min.)
64 MB 5 min. (8 min.) 8 min. (10 min.) 19 min. (26 min.) 28 min. (38 min.)
1 h 24 min. (1 h 31 min.)
128 MB 11 min. (16 min.) 16 min. (21 min.) 40 min. (53 min.) 57 min. (1 h 18 min.)2 h 50 min. (3 h 4 min.)
256 MB 22 min. (33 min.) 32 min. (42 min.)1 h 19 min. (1 h 45 min.) 1 h 53 min. (2 h 36 min.) 5 h 40 min. (6 h 7 min.)
512 MB 44 min. (1 h 6 min.)1 h 5 min. (1 h 24 min.) 2 h 40 min. (3 h 31 min.) 3 h 49 min. (5 h 16 min.)11 h 26 min. (12 h 21 min.)
1 GB1 h 25 min. (2 h 8 min.) 2 h 6 min. (2 h 43 min.) 5 h 9 min. (6 h 47 min.) 7 h 21 min. (10 h 7 min.)21 h 59 min. (23 h 45 min.)
2 GB2 h 51 min. (4 h 16 min.) 4 h 12 min. (5 h 26 min.)10 h 19 min. (13 h 35 min.)14 h 42 min. (20 h 15 min.)43 h 59 min. (47 h 30 min.)
0CS
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
RETURN
3,4,2,1 
ENTER ;
SUB MENU
DUBBING
: 9
FUNCTIONS
One Touch transfer (dubbing)
Dubbing
Dub in High speed mode.
Do you want to continue?
Ye s N o
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[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC] (Mobile hard disk only)
Preparation
Select the audio type to be used when transferring (dubbing) a video 
title by converting to MPEG4 format, from “Select MTS” in the 
SETUP menu (➡page 63).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select 
“DUBBING” and press [ENTER].
≥If you are not going to change the registered list press [4] 
several times (➡step 7).
3Press [3,4] to select “Dubbing 
direction” and press [1].
1Press [3,4] to select “Source” and press [ENTER].
2Press [3,4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Destination” and press 
[ENTER].
≥Do not select the same drive as the transfer (dubbing) 
source.
≥Transferring (dubbing) by converting to MPEG4 format is 
only possible when the source is set as the HDD or DVD-
RAM and the destination as the SD card.
≥Mobile hard disk cannot be selected as the destination.
4Press [3,4] to select the drive and press [ENTER].
5Press [2] to confirm.
4Press [3,4] to select “Mode” and 
press [1].
∫To transfer (dub) the MPEG4 title
1Press [3,4] to select “Format” and press [ENTER].2Press [3,4] to select “MPEG4” and press [ENTER].“Recording mode” is automatically set to “High speed”.
3Press [2] to confirm.
∫To transfer (dub) video titles by converting 
to MPEG4 format/To transfer (dub) MPEG2 
titles
1Press [3,4] to select “Format” and press [ENTER].2Press [3,4] to select “Video” and press [ENTER].
When transferring (dubbing) the MPEG2 title, “Recording 
mode” is automatically set to “High speed”.
3
Press [3,4] to select “Recording mode” and press 
[ENTER]
.4Press [3,4] to select the mode and press [ENTER].
5Press [2] to confirm.
5Press [3,4] to select “Create list” 
and press [1].
§1When transferring (dubbing) by converting to MPEG4 
format, the total data size will change according to the 
recording mode.
Select the transferring (dubbing) items and register on the list.
1Press [3,4] to select “New entry” and press [ENTER].2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the titles (or play lists) 
and press [ENTER].≥To select a multiple number of items together, press [;] 
to add the check mark and press[ENTER] (➡below, 
Multiple editing).
≥To show other pages (➡below)
≥To edit the transferring (dubbing) list (➡below)
≥(Mobile hard disk only) To select the titles in another 
folder (➡page 37)
≥To view the contents of MPEG2 titles [SD] [PC] (Mobile 
hard disk only)
MPEG2 titles are shown as still pictures on the Create list 
screen. Follow the steps below to display the chapters.
1Press [3,4,2,1] to select the title and press 
[SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select “Chapter View” and press 
[ENTER].
Chapter View screen is displayed.
When transferring (dubbing) by converting to MPEG4 format, 
the displayed “Dubbing List” value is calculated using video 
segments that contain the most information. You may still be 
able to transfer (dub) even if the “Dubbing List” has exceeded 
“Current capacity” when the video images contain little 
movement.
6Press [3,4] to select “SET” and 
press [ENTER].
The transferring (dubbing) list is registered.
7Press [3,4] to select “Start 
dubbing” and press [ENTER].
When transferring (dubbing) the MPEG2 title to 5k high 
speed recording compatible DVD-RAM
1Press [3] to highlight “DVD drive speed”.
2Press [2,1] to select “Top speed mode” or “Silent mode” 
and press [4].
≥Selecting “Silent mode” means the noise generated by this 
unit is less than “Top speed mode”, however the time 
required for transferring (dubbing) will increase 
(approximately) double.
Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER] to start 
transferring (dubbing).
∫To edit the transferring (dubbing) list
Select the item in step 5 (➡ left)
When transferring (dubbing) MPEG4 titles in “High 
Speed” mode, “Move” is not displayed.
1 Press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select the operation and press 
[ENTER].
§2 Multiple editing is possible (➡below).
To cancel all registered transferring (dubbing) setting and lists
In step 3 (➡left)
1Press [3,4] to select “Cancel all” and press [ENTER].
2Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
≥The settings and lists may be cancelled in the following situations.
–When a title etc. has been erased at the transfer (dubbing) source
–When steps have been taken, for instance, to turn off the unit, 
remove the card, open the tray, change the transfer (dubbing) 
direction, etc.
To stop transferring (dubbing)
Press and hold [RETURN] for 3 seconds.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
[Note]
≥When a name has not been input for the transfer (dubbing) source 
title, it is possible that this title’s number will not be the same on the 
transfer (dubbing) destination. It is recommended that you input a 
title name before transferring (dubbing) (➡page 46).
≥The sequence in which the MPEG4 titles are registered on the 
transfer (dubbing) list may not be the same at the transfer 
(dubbing) destination.
Transferring (dubbing) using the 
transferring (dubbing) list
Dubbing
HDD
SD card Set the dubbing direction.1
2
3Source
Destination Cancel all
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create listHDD > SD card
MPEG4    High speed
0
01/01
DubbingCreate a dubbing list.
Dubbing list             0MB
Current capacity         100MB
No.  Size
PreviousNew entry
Next
SET
1
2
3Cancel all
Dubbing direction
Mode
Create list
Start dubbing
HDD > SD card
MPEG4    High speedName 
Data size recorded to the 
transfer (dubbing) 
destination
§1
Destination capacityTo show other pages
Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press 
[ENTER].
≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.
Multiple editing
Select with [3,4,2,1] and press [;]. (Repeat.)
Press [ENTER] to register to the list.
≥A check mark appears. Press [;] again to cancel.
≥When you switch between the “Video” and “Play List” tab, the 
check mark is cancelled.
Add
Move Erase
§2
Erase all
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Operating the DVD recorder by computer
Refer to the control reference on page 57.
The functions below are available if you connect your computer 
through the Home Network.
≥Entering, and editing, the names of video titles recorded on the 
DVD recorder’s HDD or DVD-RAM. (“Edit Video Title-Name” 
function)
≥Viewing MPEG4 titles and still pictures (JPEG files only) recorded 
on the DVD recorder’s HDD or DVD-RAM. (“Play MPEG4”, “View 
Pictures” functions)
Preparation
≥Connect to the Home Network (➡page 10).
≥Set “This unit’s network setting” (➡page 16).
≥Insert a disc if necessary.
≥Turn off the DVD recorder.
On the computer
1Start Internet Explorer. Input the DVD 
recorder’s IP address in the address 
bar and press the “Enter” key.
The log-in screen appears.
[On[the[DVD[recorder[
To confirm the DVD recorder’s 
IP address
1 Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select 
“Network” and press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “TCP/
IP Settings” and press 
[ENTER].
≥If “The page cannot be displayed” is shown, start Internet 
Explorer and click [Tools] ➡ [Internet Options...] ➡ 
[Connections] ➡ [LAN settings...]. Uncheck “Use a proxy 
server for your LAN” and click [OK].
2Enter the network password and click 
[OK].
The first time that you log in the password is unset so needs to 
be set here.
Enter this password when subsequently logging in.
3Select the operation.
Wait about 1 minute until the connection with the DVD 
recorder has been established, then click [OK].
≥“AV NETWORK” is displayed on the DVD recorder’s display.
Please follow the on-screen instructions for each operation.
≥Refer to “Help” in the DIGA MANAGER for more information.
≥The DVD recorder may turn off, if more than 30 minutes 
pass without any operations.
≥When timer recording begins on the DVD recorder, 
operations from the computer are interrupted.
When you playback MPEG4 titles
Should the computer be able to simultaneously connect to 
both the DVD recorder and the Internet, an audio decoder will 
automatically be installed should this be necessary.
≥If the installation does not start
1 Start Windows Media Player (Click [start] ➡ [All 
Programs] ➡ [Accessories] ➡ [Entertainment] ➡ 
[Windows Media Player]).
2 Click [Tools] ➡ [Options...] ➡ [Player] tab.
3 Check “Download codecs automatically”.
4 Click [OK].
≥If the computer is unable to simultaneously connect to the 
DVD recorder and the Internet
Connect your computer to the Internet and download the 
sample MPEG4 file from the address below. When you 
playback this file, an audio decoder will be automatically 
installed in your computer should this be necessary. (This 
should be done before trying to operate the unit from the 
computer.)
http://panasonic.jp/support/dvd/e500h/use_info/env_e.html
To exit the operation
Click [Log Out].
≥The DVD recorder will switch off if left for 30 minutes.
To exit the Network function and operate the DVD recorder 
directly
[On[the[DVD[recorder[
1 Press [RETURN].
A message appears on the television connected to the DVD 
recorder.
2 Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
∫Playback of MPEG4 titles recorded using the XF 
mode
In the DIGA MANAGER (➡ above) click [Help] and select “Important 
Information”. Click the link in “Before You Start” concerning playback 
of MPEG4 titles recorded using the XF mode. Download and install 
the specifically designed decoder. You can also obtain the decoder 
from the above-mentioned address.
TCP / IP Settings
Automatic (DHCP)
IP AddressSubnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server
: 192. 168.     0.   14
: 255. 255. 255.      0
: 192. 168.     0.      1
: 192. 168.     0.      1
Manual
When upgrading to Windows Media Player Ver 9.0, various 
errata need to be corrected. Visit the homepage below for 
more information.
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Network
Playing back video titles recorded on another DVD recorder’s HDD
These steps are for when there is more than one network 
compatible Panasonic DVD recorder.
You can playback video titles recorded on the HDD of other network 
compatible Panasonic DVD recorders without any need for 
transferring (dubbing). (This is not possible with the play list.)
For example, a video title recorded on the unit in the living room 
(server) can be played back on the unit in the bedroom (client).
≥This function will work while the client unit is recording.
≥This function will work while timer recording is in operation on the 
server unit.
≥This function will not work while transferring (dubbing) is in 
operation on the client unit.
Preparation
≥Connect to the Home Network or another network compatible 
Panasonic DVD recorder (➡page 10).
≥Set “This unit’s network setting” (➡page 16).
≥Set “When more than one network compatible Panasonic DVD 
recorder is on the Home Network” (➡page 17).
≥Turn off the server.
On the client
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select 
“NETWORK” and press [ENTER].
“AV NETWORK” appears on the client unit’s display.
3Press [3,4] to select the server and 
press [ENTER].
“AV NETWORK” appears on the server unit’s display.
To show other pages
Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Previous” or “Next” and press 
[ENTER].
≥You can also press [:, 9] to show other pages.
4Press [3,4] to select a title and 
press [ENTER].
You can also select titles with the numbered buttons.
≥To show other pages (➡left)
≥To return to the Server List screen
Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Servers List” and press 
[ENTER].
Play starts after a few seconds.
≥The title menu screen will return
–After playback has been completed or stopped. (Playback 
can only take place one title at a time.)
–When reaching the start or finish point of the title during a 
search.
≥You cannot skip titles.
≥Quick view, slow-motion and frame-by-frame will not work.
≥Audio is not output during search.
To exit the network function and operate the units directly
≥On the client
Press [RETURN].
The server will switch off if left for 30 minutes.
≥On the server
1 Press [RETURN].
A message appears on the television connected to the server.
2 Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER].
Title View screen icon
∫Useful functions on the Server List screen
Select the server in step 3 (➡left)
1 Press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select the operation and press 
[ENTER].
≥Properties
Information about the server unit, such as model number, will be 
displayed.
≥Renew
The Server List screen will be updated.
∫Useful functions on the Title View screen
In step 4 (➡above)
1 Press [SUB MENU].
2Press [3,4] to select the operation and press 
[ENTER].
≥Properties
The date, time and channel of the recorded titles will 
be displayed.
≥Sort
Press [3,4] to select the item and press [ENTER].
The video titles will be sorted.
≥Renew
The page currently displayed will be updated.
1 HDD
SD/PCDVD
23
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUDIOPA G E
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPAUSEPLAY/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
3 4 2 1 
ENTER
SETUP
SUB MENU
: 9
RETURN
FUNCTIONS
Numbered 
buttons
Server Client
Router/Hub
Server List for AV Network
Previous01/01Next
SUB MENU
No. Server Name Model No. Maker
01 Living room DMR-E500H
Playback titles recorded on the server unit in the network.
Please select the server.PanasonicNETWORK
e.g., 5: [0] ➡ [0] ➡ [5]
15: [0] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]
115: [1] ➡ [1] ➡ [5]
tTitle cannot be played
(Title currently being recorded on the server.)
Server Name : Living room Title View
Previous001/001NextSUB MENU
NETWORK
001
12 10/11 Mon
11:00PM10 10/11 Mon10:00PM8 10/10 Sun10:00PM6 10/10 Sun11:00AM4 10/10 Sun10:30AM2 10/10 Sun10:00AM002
003
004
005
006
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Name Start No. CH Date Day
008
16 10/12 Tue11:00AM
Servers List
14 10/12 Tue10:00PM007
Renew Properties
RenewSort Properties
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HDD, disc and card setting
≥You can use SD Memory Cards with capacities from 8 MB to 1 GB 
(➡page 21).
∫Setting the protection for the whole disc or card
≥For a DVD-RAM with a cartridge or for a card
[RAM]
With the write-protect tab in the protect position, 
play automatically starts when inserted in the unit.
[SD] [PC]
Switch the write-protect switch to the 
“LOCK” position.
≥For a DVD-RAM without a cartridge (➡ below, Disc Protection)
∫Other protection settings
[RAM]
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 “Disc 
Protection” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
The lock symbol appears closed when the disc is write-
protected.
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
[RAM] [DVD-R]
Preparation
≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.
≥Release protection (➡ left).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” and press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Disc Name” 
and press [ENTER].
➡page 46, Entering text
≥The disc name is displayed in the FUNCTIONS window.
≥With a finalized DVD-R, the name is displayed on the Top 
Menu.
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Setting the protection
Title
Select “Set up Protection” in step 4 on page 40.
Still picture
Select “Set up Protection” in step 4 on page 44.
Folder of still pictures
Select “Set up Protection” in step 3 on page 44, “To edit still 
picture folders”.
MPEG4 title
Select “Set up Protection” in step 4 on page 45.
Disc Protection
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
STOPPAUSEPLAY/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
3 4 2 1 
ENTER FUNCTIONS
RETURN HDD, DVD,
SD/PC
PROTECT
LOCK
e.g. SD Memory Card
Providing a disc with a name
DISC SETTINGDVD-RAM
Earse all titles (MPEG4)
Titles 11
UsedFree
0 : 225:38 (EP)
OnDisc Name
Earse all titles
Format disc
Disc Protection
My favorite 01/0201
Chapter 102Chapter 2HDD SD/PC
Play backDIRECT NAVIGATOR
DVDDVD-RAMDISC PROTECTIONDocumentary
CARTRIDGE PROT
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[HDD] [RAM] [SD]
Preparation
≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.
≥Release protection (➡page 58).
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select “DISC 
SETTING” or “CARD SETTING” and 
press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Erase all 
titles” or “Erase all titles (MPEG4)” 
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.
≥Erasing all video titles will result in all play lists also being erased.
≥Still picture data (JPEG, TIFF) or computer data cannot be erased.
≥With MPEG4, files that are not compatible with this unit may be 
erased.
≥Erase does not work if one or more titles are protected.
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [PC]
Preparation
≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD/PC] to select the drive.
≥Release protection (➡page 58).
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” or 
“Format disc” 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 [RAM]
Press [RETURN].
(You can cancel formatting if it takes more than 2 minutes. The disc 
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.
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Erasing all titles, play lists and MPEG4 
titles—Erase all titlesErasing 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]).
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HDD, disc and card setting
Refer to the control reference on page 58.
[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 “TOP MENU” 
and press [ENTER].
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the background and press 
[ENTER].
You can select the 
background that will be 
displayed as the DVD-Video 
top menu after finalizing.
≥You can change thumbnails 
displayed in the top menu. 
(➡page 41, Change 
Thumbnail)
4Press [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.
5Press [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]
When finalizing a high-speed recording compatible disc, it may take 
longer than displayed on the confirmation screen (approximately four 
times).≥You cannot finalize DVD-R recorded on other manufacturer’s 
equipment.
≥If you finalize a recorded DVD-R on Panasonic equipment other 
than this unit, the background selected as “TOP MENU” may not 
display.
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].
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.
≥When transferring (dubbing) in high speed, chapters will be 
replicated.
≥Titles are divided into about 5-minute
§ chapters, if
–the titles were directly recorded to DVD-R.
–the titles were transferred (dubbed) using any mode other than 
the high speed mode.
§This time varies greatly depending on the condition and mode 
of recording.
≥There is a pause of several seconds between titles and 
chapters during play.
1
4
78
5
2
9
6
3
TOP MENU LIST
01Display after finalizing
Thumbnail
(Still picture)
Title NameDo 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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