Panasonic Dmr E55 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions
DVD Video Recorder
Model No.DMR-E55
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”....

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. and Canada
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...

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Useful features
This DVD Video recorder records high quality images 
to rapid random access capable DVD-RAM media. 
This has resulted in many new features that out 
perform older tape formats. The following information 
summarizes a few of these features.
Instant recording
You 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...

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Accessories
∫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...

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Control reference guide
Rear panel terminals (➡page 7)
Remote control 
POWER
VOLUMECHINPUT SELECT
DVD POWER TV
TV/VIDEO
123
456
78
09
CM SKIP
AUD IO
CH
CANCELVCR Plus+
SKIP
STOPPA U S EPLAY/x1.3
SLOW/SEARCH
FUNCTIONS
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
SUB MENU
CHAPTER
ADD/DLT
OPEN/CLOSE
PROG/CHECK
REC MODE ERASEREC
F Rec TIME SLIP STATUS DISPLAYSETUP
Turn the unit on (➡page 10)
Input select (L1, L2 or L3)
Select channels and title numbers etc./
Enter numbers
Cancel
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STEP 1Connection
∫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. 2.9 W).
Television
Video cassette recorder
Camcorder This unitAmplifier
Other equipmentTo L2 input 
terminals (front) To L1 or L3 input 
terminals (rear)From AUDIO OUT terminals or 
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal From...

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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.
∫75 ≠ coaxial cable
The picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through the 
75 ≠ coaxial cable to the television. Make sure you connect one of 
the following terminals on this unit to the television: the AUDIO/
VIDEO OUT terminal, the...

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STEP 1Connection
≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service, to enjoy viewing their programming.
≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box or satellite receiver.
§ For more information on connections (➡page 7)≥You can record and view simultaneously scrambled and 
unscrambled channels if connections are made as shown in the 
diagram below.
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead.
≥If your television has both lead and...

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∫Connection to a stereo amplifier∫To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on 
DVD-Video
Connecting an amplifier or system component
R - AUDIO - LVIDEO
YPBPR
S-VIDEO
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OPTICALOUT
(L1)
(L3)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT(480P/480I)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)
IN1 IN3
VHF/UHF
RF IN
RF OUT
OPTICAL IN
AUDIO IN
R      L
Optical digital audio 
cable
Do not bend sharply 
when connecting.Insert fully, with this 
side facing up. Audio cable
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STEP 2Plug-in Auto Tuning
After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing 
[ÍDVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit 
assists you to set the on-screen language, and automatically tunes 
in all the channels it can receive and sets the clock.
The unit automatically determines the type of transmission 
(airwaves or cable) and puts them into channels as follows.Preparation
≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to 
suit...