Panasonic Dmr E65 Operating Instructions Manual

							Operating Instructions
DVD Video Recorder
Model No.DMR-E65
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
The warranty can be found on page 55.
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar 
en la página 56.
This manual was printed with soy based ink.
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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.
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.
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.
Keep the small memory cards such as the SD 
Memory Card out of reach of children. If 
swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and 
easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall 
remain readily operable.
RQLS0233
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 -  - VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
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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(Inside of product)
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.
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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Useful features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STEP 1Connection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6STEP 2Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
STEP 3Set up to match your television and remote 
control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Disc and card information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Recording television programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Recording modes and approximate recording times . . . . . . . .  17
Selecting audio to record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
Flexible Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
Timer recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Using the TV Guide On ScreenTM system to make timer 
recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
Using VCR Plusi system to make timer recordings . . . . . . . .  21
Check, change or delete a program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22
Utilizing TV Guide On ScreenTM system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Playing recorded video contents/
Playing play-only discs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Operations during play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25
Editing operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
Changing audio during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
Using menus to play MP3  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Playing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Useful functions during still picture play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29Using on-screen menus and Status messages . . . . . . . 30On-screen menus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
Editing titles/chapters  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32
Title operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  33
Chapter operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  33
Creating, editing and playing play lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Creating play lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
Editing and playing play lists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
Play list operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
Chapter operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
Editing still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Picture and folder operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36Entering text  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Transferring (dubbing) still pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38
Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring (dubbing) list  . . . 38
Transferring (dubbing) all the still pictures of a card onto a 
DVD-RAM—COPY ALL PICTURES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Recording from a video cassette recorder . . . . . . . . . .  39
FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Disc and card setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
Setting the protection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Providing a disc with a name  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Erasing all titles and play lists—Erase all titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Erasing all the contents of a disc or card—Format . . . . . . . . . . 41
Enabling DVD-R to be played on other equipment—Finalize . . 41
Changing the unit’s settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42Common procedures  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system is not used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45
Auto channel/clock settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Channel captions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
Frequently asked questions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51
Product Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Maintenance/Disc and card handling  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Backcover
This DVD Video recorder records high quality images to rapid 
random access capable DVD-RAM. This has resulted in many new 
features that out perform 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.
SD/PC card slotsThis unit is equipped with interfaces that allow networking with digital 
equipment.
≥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.
TV Guide On ScreenTM systemThe 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.
Getting started
Recording
Playing back
Editing
Transfer (Dubbing)
Convenient functions
Reference
Guía de referencia rápida en español . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
(Spanish Quick Reference)
Useful features
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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 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 12, 13).
∫Use
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 55.
∏∏∏
1 Remote control
(EUR7721KB0)1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00006)1 75 ≠ coaxial cable
(VJA1125)
≥For use with this unit only. Do not use it with 
other equipment.
∏∏∏
2 Batteries
for remote control1 Audio/video cable
(K2KA6CA00001)1 IR Blaster
(K2ZZ04C00002)
Product Registration Card
Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/
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 
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
Turn the unit on (➡page 10)
Input select (L1, L2 or L3) (➡page 39)
Select channels and title numbers, etc./
Enter numbers
Cancel
Basic operations for recording and play
Show Top menu/Direct Navigator
(➡page 24, 32)
Show sub menu (➡page 32)
Show on-screen menu (➡page 30)
Show timer recording schedule (➡page 20)
Erase items (➡page 26)
Show SETUP menu (➡page 11, 42)
Changing the size of information window
(➡page 23)
“Blue” button for television program list
(➡page 19)Television operations (➡page 12)
Select drive (DVD, SD or PC) (➡page 16, 24, 29)
Channel select (➡page 16)
Select audio (➡page 17, 26)
Skip a minute forward (➡page 25)
Show VCR Plusr screen (➡page 21)
Show FUNCTIONS window (➡page 40)
Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (➡page 10, 25)
Return to previous screen
Skip the specified time/Display the television image 
as a picture-in-picture (➡page 18, 25)
Show television program list (➡page 19)
Change recording mode (➡page 16)
Start recording (➡page 16)
Show status messages (➡page 31)
Create chapters/“Green” button for television program 
list (➡page 26, 19)
Main unit
RECOPEN/CLOSE
POWER
CH TIME SLIP
SD CARD PC CARD EJECT
TIME SLIP
SD PC DV DDRIVE SELECT/x1. 3
L2S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN AUDIO INRL/MONO
Connection for camcorder, 
etc. (➡page 39)Skip the specified time/Display the television image
as a picture-in-picture (➡page 18, 25)
Channel select (➡page 16) Display (➡below) Remote control signal sensor/Start recording (➡page 16)
POWER button (POWER Í/I) (➡page 10)
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 16, 24)Stop (➡page 16, 25)
Open/close disc tray (➡page 16, 24)
Time Slip indicator
(➡page 18) Select drive (➡page 16, 24, 29)
SD/PC card slots (➡page 28)Start play 
(➡page 24) Lights when the DVD, SD or PC drive is
selected
Skip/Slow/Search 
(➡page 25)
The unit’s display
SD PCXP
SP
LP
EPDVDVCD.MIXR -
AM
RECPLAYCH
RECPLAYPLAYREC
Main display sectionD.MIX (multi-channel DVD-Audio only)
When lit: Down-mixed audio is played.
When off: The disc prevents down-mixing so only the two 
front channels can be played. Channel
Recording PlaybackRecording/Playback Timer recording indicator
Disc type Recording mode Card indicator
Transfering (dubbing) in progress indicator
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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. 15 W).
≥Note that the television program list is not downloaded while the 
unit is unplugged.
Television
Video cassette recorder CamcorderThis unitAmplifier
Cable TV boxTo L2 input terminals (front) 
(➡page 39)
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)
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.
A to X are indexes for Spanish Quick Reference.
∫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 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.
Connecting a television and VCR
YPBPRR - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OPTICAL
G-LINK(L1)
(L3)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT(480P/480I)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)
IN1
IN3
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OUT1 OUT2
VHF/UHF
RF IN
RF OUT
VHF/UHF
RF IN
VIDEO
OUTVHF/UHF
RF IN R        L
AUDIO OUT COMPONENT
VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
R       LS VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
3214
LTo  t h e  
antenna EOutdoor 
antenna DCable TV
FIndoor 
antenna BTelevision
MAudio/Video 
cableKAntenna 
cable ITo household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
XVideo cassette recorder RCooling fan
OComponent 
video cable Connecting a cable TV box 
➡page 8
GAC power supply cord
Connect only after all other 
connections are complete. 
TThis unit
J75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
MAudio/Video 
cablePSplitter indicates included accessories.
indicates accessories not included.
1 – 4are required connections. Connect in the numbered order.
STo IN1 (L1) CWhen making this 
connection, ensure you 
connect the audio cables to 
the corresponding audio 
input terminals on the 
television.
H
Red White Yellow
US-VIDEO OUT terminal
The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture 
than the VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the 
television.)
W
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output 
(➡page 48) and provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT 
terminal.
≥Connect to terminals of the same color.NS-Video 
cable
H
Red White Yellow
HRed White Yellow
HRed White Yellow
VUse a splitter if you also 
want to connect the 
antenna to your VCR. QTo OUT1 or OUT2J75 ≠ coaxial cable 
➡below A
BTelevisionBTelevision
TThis unit
XVCRXVCR
TThis unit
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STEP 1Connection
≥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.
A to Q are indexes for Spanish Quick Reference.
§ For more information on connections (➡page 7)
∫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.
Place the IR Blaster in front of the signal sensor of the cable TV 
box.
Connecting a cable TV box
YPBPRR - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OPTICAL
G-LINK(L1)
(L3)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT(480P/480I)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)
IN1
IN3
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OUT1 OUT2
VHF/UHF
RF IN
RF OUT
VHF/UHF
RF IN
VIDEO
S-VIDEORFR           L
AUDIO AUDIO IN
R       LS VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
OUTIN
D75 ≠ coaxial 
cable§BThis unit
LFrom antenna or 
cable TV jack KCable TV box CAudio/video cable ATelevision
CAudio/video cable§
IS-Video cable HConnect to either this 
unit’s RF IN terminal or 
IN3 (L3) terminal. FUse IN3 (L3) [not IN1 (L1)].
JSetting the IR Blaster 
➡belowD75 ≠ coaxial cable EIR Blaster
Insert the IR Blaster jack into 
the G-LINK terminal.
The cable TV box is 
controlled by an IR signal 
transmitted through the IR 
Blaster.
When selecting channels on 
this unit, the corresponding 
channels on the cable TV 
box also change accordingly.
≥Only use the included IR 
Blaster.G
Red White Yellow
GRed White Yellow
Setting the IR Blaster
MRead the cable TV box operating instructions regarding 
positioning of the signal sensor.NIf necessary, use the double sided adhesive tape (included) to 
secure the IR Blaster to a flat surface.
QIf 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. Oe.g. Television stand surface
PCable TV box
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∫Connection to a stereo amplifier∫To enjoy multi-channel surround sound on 
DVD-Video
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
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OPTICAL
G-LINK(L1)
(L3)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT(480P/480I)DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(PCM/BITSTREAM)
IN1
IN3
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
R - AUDIO - LVIDEOS-VIDEO
OUT1 OUT2
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
This unit Red White
Red WhiteConnect an amplifier with a built-in decoder 
displaying these logo marks using an optical digital 
audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio 
Output” (➡page 44).
≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to 
DV D.
≥Even if using this connection, output will be only 2 channels when 
playing DVD-Audio.
Amplifier’s rear panel
Amplifier’s rear panel
To OUT1 or OUT2
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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STEP 2Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system
After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing 
[ÍDVD POWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit starts 
TV Guide On Screen
TM system setup.
Even if you do not want to use the TV Guide On 
ScreenTM system, complete the setup. You cannot use 
timer recording unless the setup is completed.
Preparation
≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to 
suit the connections to this unit.
≥When using the cable TV box, check the following.
–Make sure the IR Blaster is connected and positioned properly 
(➡page 8).
–Make sure the cable TV box is turned on.
1Press [ÍDVD POWER].
2Following the on-screen messages, 
input the operating environment for 
your television.
≥Move the cursor using [3,4,2,1] and press [ENTER] 
to confirm.
≥Press the numbered buttons to enter numbers.
≥Press [ENTER] to advance to the next screen.
≥Refer to the guidance on the bottom of the screen.
Set the following;
≥Country (USA/Canada)
≥ZIP (Postal) code
≥Cable service connected to this unit (Yes/No)
When “No” is selected ➡right, “The set contents are displayed 
together”
≥Cable TV box connected to this unit (Yes/No)
When “No” is selected ➡right, “The set contents are displayed 
together”
If you do not want to use the TV Guide On Screen
TM system
Select “No” at this point even if a cable TV box is connected.
Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On 
ScreenTM system. Other languages cannot be 
displayed.
TV Guide On Screen
TM system
This unit downloads a free television program list from a TV 
station and displays the list on the television screen. The list 
offers you many convenient functions such as timer recording 
(➡page 19) and so on (➡page 23).
≥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.
Downloading the television program list
≥The unit downloads the television program list only when the 
unit is turned off.
≥When the unit is connected to a cable TV box, the cable TV 
box must be turned on in order to download the television 
program list.
≥In order to cool the circuits used for downloading the television 
program list, sometimes the cooling fan operates when the 
unit is turned off. This is not a malfunction.
RECTIME SLIP
SD PCDV D
OPEN/CLOSE
DRIVE SELECTPOWERCHTIME SLIP
SD CARD PC CARD EJECT/x1. 3
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
POWER Í/I
3,4,2,1 
ENTER
Í DVD POWER
SETUP
Numbered 
buttons
Welcome to Your TV Guide On Screen System!
USA
Canada
Which country is your DVD Recorder located in?
=          =          =          =          =
Please enter the 5-digit ZIP code where your DVD Recorder 
is located:
Ye s
No
Do you have cable service connected to this DVD Recorder?
Is a cable box connected to this DVD Recorder?
Ye s
No
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