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Continued on next page
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Disc
ContinuedRatings
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
Follow the on-screen instructions. Enter a 4-digit password with 
the numbered buttons when the password screen is shown.
≥Do not forget your password.≥8 No Limit
: All DVD-Video can be played.
≥1 to 7: Prohibits play of DVD-Video with corresponding 
ratings recorded on them.
≥0 Lock All: Prohibits play of all DVD-Video.
≥Unlock Recorder≥Change Password
≥Change Level≥Temporary Unlock
Recording Time in EP Mode
Select the maximum number of hours for recording in EP mode 
(➡page 17, Recording modes and approximate recording 
times).≥EP (6H): You can record for 6 hours on an unused 4.7 GB 
disc.
≥EP (8H)
: You can record for 8 hours on an unused 4.7 GB 
disc.
Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode
Select “Video (On)” to play DVD-Video content on some DVD-
Audio.≥Video (On):The setting returns to “Audio (Off)” when you 
change the disc or turn the unit off.
≥Audio (Off)
DVD-R High-Speed Recording
When high speed transferring (dubbing) a title to DVD-R, it is 
necessary to turn this setting “On” before recording to HDD,; 
however, the screen size, etc. is restricted (➡ right). We 
recommend turning the setting “Off” when recording to media 
other than DVD-R.
You cannot transfer (dub) titles to a DVD-R using the high speed 
mode if you recorded the program on a DVD recorder that does 
not have the “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” function, even 
when transferring (dubbing) to the HDD with this setting “On”.≥On: Makes high speed mode transferring (dubbing) to 
DVD-R possible. Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER]. [“ ” appears in the transferring 
(dubbing) list. ➡page 36]
–Pictures are saved at 4:3.
–Hybrid VBR Resolution (➡ below) setting is “Fixed”.
–For SAP broadcasts use “Select MTS” (➡page 42). 
Select the type of audio in advance.
≥Off
Video3-D Y/C Separation≥On: Reduces noise by separating the luminance (Y) and 
color (C) signals when recording.
≥Off: Reduces the ghosting that occurs when recording fast 
moving images.
Hybrid VBR Resolution
(➡page 46, VBR)≥Automatic: The resolution is automated to provide efficient 
recording with less block noise. [HDD] [RAM]
≥Fixed
: The resolution is fixed to ensure that there is no 
loss of source picture resolution while recording.
Still Mode
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play 
(➡page 46, Frames and fields).≥Automatic
≥Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected.
≥Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen 
clearly when “Automatic” is selected.
Seamless Play
Select the play mode for play list chapter segments.≥On
: The chapters in play lists are played seamlessly. This 
does not work when there are several audio types 
included on the play list and when using Quick View. 
Additionally, the positioning of chapter segments may 
change slightly.
≥Off: The points where chapters in play lists change are 
played accurately, but the picture may freeze for a 
moment.
Line-in NR
Reduces video tape noise while transferring (dubbing).
≥When noise reduction is on, “3-D Y/C Separation” (➡above) 
does not work regardless of the setting.≥Automatic
: Noise reduction only works on picture input from a 
video tape.
≥On: Noise reduction works for any video input.
≥Off: Noise reduction is off. Select when you want to 
record input as is.
Black Level Control
Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to the desired setting for picture enhancement.
Input Level
Adjusts the black level of the input signal.≥Lighter≥Darker
Output Level (Composite/S Video)
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the 
VIDEO OUT and S-VIDEO OUT terminal.≥Lighter≥Darker
Output Level (Component)
Adjusts the black level of the output signal from the 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/P
B/PR) terminals.≥Lighter≥Normal
≥Darker
AudioSearch Audio & PLAY k1.3
You may hear sound regardless of this setting with some discs.≥On: Audio is heard during first level search forward.
≥Off: Audio is not heard during search. Quick View 
(➡page 25) does not work.
D. Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only)
Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.≥On≥Off
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Changing the unit’s settings
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Audio
ContinuedSelect MTS
Select the audio recording type, main or secondary (SAP) audio 
when:
–Recording or transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R.
–Recording or transferring (dubbing) sound in LPCM. 
(➡below, Audio for XP Recording)
You cannot select this when recording from an external source 
onto DVD-R. Select audio on the other equipment.≥Main
≥SAP
Digital Audio Output
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (➡page 9).
≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
PCM Down Conversion
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 
kHz or 88.2 kHz.
≥Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz despite the 
above settings if the signals have a sampling frequency 
of over 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz, or the disc has copy 
protection.≥On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz. (Choose 
when the connected equipment cannot process 
signals with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 
kHz.)
≥Off
: Signals are output as 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz. (Choose 
when the connected equipment can process signals 
with sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 88.2 kHz.)
Dolby DigitalSelect how to output the signal, to output 
“Bitstream” so the connected equipment 
decodes the signal, or to decode on this 
unit and output the signal as “PCM” (2 
channel).
[Note]
Not making the proper settings may result 
in noise, possibly damage your hearing 
and speakers, and digital recording may 
not work properly. ≥Bitstream
: When connecting to equipment displaying the 
Dolby Digital logo.
≥PCM: When connecting to equipment not displaying the 
Dolby Digital logo.
DTS≥Bitstream: When connecting to equipment displaying the DTS 
logo.
≥PCM
: When connecting to equipment not displaying the 
DTS logo.
Audio for XP Recording
Choose the audio type when recording or transferring (dubbing) 
with XP mode.≥Dolby Digital
 (➡page 46)
≥LPCM (➡page 46)
–The picture quality of LPCM recordings may be lower than 
that of normal XP mode recordings.
–The audio recording becomes Dolby Digital even if you 
selected LPCM when using a recording mode other than XP.
–When recording MTS broadcast, select the type of audio in 
advance from “Select MTS” (➡ above)
DisplayStatus Messages
Choose whether to show status messages automatically.≥Automatic≥Off
On-screen Language
Choose the language for these menus and on-screen 
messages.≥English
≥Español≥Français
–Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On Screen system 
regardless of the settings. Other languages cannot be 
displayed.
Blue Background
Select “Off” if you do not want to have the unit show the blue 
background when reception is weak.≥On
≥Off
Front Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.≥Bright
≥Dim
≥Automatic:
The display turns dark during play, and reappears 
momentarily if a button is pressed. When the unit is turned off 
all displays disappear. While using this mode the standby 
power consumption can be reduced.
TV 
ScreenTV Type (➡page 12)≥Aspect 4:3 & 480I≥Aspect 4:3 & 480P
≥Aspect 16:9 & 480I≥Aspect 16:9 & 480P
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video
Select how DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥Pan & Scan
:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan 
(unless prohibited by the producer of the disc).
≥Letterbox:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style.
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM
Select how DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥4:3: Titles played as recorded.
≥Pan & Scan:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & 
Scan.
≥Letterbox: Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the 
letterbox style.
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Convenient functions
Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 40.
Preparation:
If the television program list has already been downloaded, return the unit to the factory preset condition using the steps indicated below.
When the unit is on and stopped
1Press and hold [XCH] and [WCH] on the main unit for about five seconds.
The unit turns off.
2Press [ÍDVD POWER] to turn the unit on.
3Complete the TV Guide On Screen system setup (until [ENTER] is pressed after the “Watch TV” message screen is displayed).
[Note]
You can set timer recording only manually after you set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Auto Channel 
Setting” and press [ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
5Press [ENTER].
Auto Channel Setting starts. This takes a few minutes.
The unit then proceeds with Auto Clock Setting. The time is 
displayed when finished.
≥DST, Daylight Saving Time, shows the summertime setting.
≥TIME ZONE shows the time difference from Greenwich 
meantime (GMT).
EST (Eastern Standard Time)l GMT j5
CST (Central Standard Time)l GMT j6
MST (Mountain Standard Time)l GMT j7
PST (Pacific Standard Time)l GMT j8
AST (Alaska Standard Time)l GMT j9
HST (Hawaii Standard Time)l GMT j10
For other areas: xx hr
≥If the Auto Clock Setting does not start automatically, select 
“Auto Clock Setting” from the “Set Up” tab.
≥If the time was not set correctly, use manual clock setting 
(➡page 11) or time zone adjust.
6Press [ENTER].
≥The unit configures channels according to the Antenna 
System settings as follows.
Adjust the time zone (j1 or i1) if it was not set correctly with auto 
clock setting.
You cannot change this setting if you set the clock manually.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Set Up” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Time Zone 
Adjust” and press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select “s1” or “r1” 
and press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Auto channel/clock settings
SETUP
DiscVideoAudio
Auto Clock Setting
Auto Clock Setting is complete.
4/4/2002 12:15 AM
DST.............  ON
TIME ZONE.... CSTChannelSet Up
Antenna system Band Channel
TVVHF 2–13
UHF 14–69
CATVVHF 2–13
CATV LOW BAND 95–99
CATV MID/SUPER BAND 14–36
CATV HYPER BAND 37–65
ULTRA BAND66–94
100–125
SPECIAL CATV CHANNEL 1
Time Zone Adjust
SETUP
DiscVideo
Set Up
Time Zone Adjust
j10i1Channel
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On Screen system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 40.
You can use the preset captions, or manually enter new ones yourself.
The captions you enter are displayed when the channel is displayed and in the Direct Navigator screen.
≥You can set channel captions only after “Auto Channel Setting” is completed.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Preset 
Channel Captions” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the caption and 
press [1].
You can choose from the following captions.
ABC, PBS, CBS, CNN, FOX, ESPN, NBC, HBO, A&E, AMC, 
FAM, MAX, MTV, SHOW, TBS, USA, TNT, CBC, UPN, CTV, 
WB, TSN, DSC, GLOB
≥When selecting the caption, press and hold [3,4] to scroll 
up and down the screen.
5Press [3,4] to select the channel 
corresponding to the caption and 
press [2].
≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if 
captions have not been added manually.
≥To delete the channel number, press [¢CANCEL].
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter other channels.
6Press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “Manual 
Channel Captions” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the channel 
and press [1].
≥Channels are only displayed if they contain a station and if 
preset captions have not been added.
5Press [3,4] to select the first 
character and press [1].
≥You can choose from the following characters:
A–Z, 0–9, -, &, !, /, (space)
≥To delete the caption, press [¢CANCEL].
≥Repeat this step to enter the other characters.
6Press [2,1] to return to the “Channel 
Number” column.
Repeat steps 4–6 to enter other channels.
7Press [ENTER].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Channel captions
Antenna System
Auto Channel Setting
Channel Captions
Preset Channel CaptionsManual Channel CaptionsCATV
Channel SETUPSet UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
TV GUIDE Setting
Preset Channel Captions
SETUP
Set UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Preset Captions
Caption
Channel Number
---
---
GLOB
ABC
------
PBS
CBS
Channel
Manual Channel Captions
SETUP
Set UpDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Manual Captions
Caption
Channel Number
AAAA
6
10
12
23----
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Specifications
Recording system:DVD Video Recording format (DVD-RAM)
DVD-Video format (DVD-R)
Recordable discs:
DVD-RAM :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB, 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB
12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0)
DVD-R :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 8cm (3q) 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0)
12 cm (5z) 4.7 GB (for General Ver. 2.0/4k–SPEED DVD-R
Revision 1.0)
Recording time:
≥Maximum 8 hours (with 4.7 GB disc)
≥Maximum 213 hours (with built-in 120 GB HDD)
Playable discs:
DVD-RAM :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB, 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB
12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB (Ver. 2.1/3k-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0)
DVD-R :
12 cm (5
q) 4.7 GB, 8cm (3q) 1.4 GB (for General Ver. 2.0)
12 cm (5z) 4.7 GB (for General Ver. 2.0/4k–SPEED DVD-R
Revision 1.0)
DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Video CD, CD-Audio (CD-DA)
CD-R/CD-RW (MP3, CD-DA, Video CD formatted discs)
Built-in HDD Capacity:120 GB
Drive unit:High Speed Drive (correspond to 4 times speed with 
DVD-R disc and 3 times speed with DVD-RAM disc)
LASER Specification
Class I LASER Product
Wave length:795 nm 658 nm
Laser power:
No hazardous radiation is emitted with the safety protectionAudio system
Recording system:Dolby Digital 2 ch,
Linear PCM (XP mode, 2ch)
Input:LINE (pin jack)a3
Reference input: 309 mVrms
FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Input Impedance: 47 k≠
Output:LINE (pin jack)a2
(Load impedance: 10 k≠) Reference output: 309 mVrms
FS: 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB)
Output Impedance: 1 k≠
Digital Audio Out:Optical terminal (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS)
Television system
Tuner system:NTSC-M
Antenna reception input:TV Channel:  2ch–69ch, 75 ≠
CATV Channel:  1ch–125ch, 75 ≠
RF Converter Output:Not provided
Video system
TV system:NTSC color signal, 525 lines, 60 fields
Recording system:MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)
Input:LINE (pin jack)a3, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
S connectora3 Y:  1.0 Vp-p; C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Output:LINE (pin jack)a2, 1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
S connectora2 Y:  1.0 Vp-p; C: 0.286 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Component video output (480P/480i):Y:  1.0 Vp-p; 75 ≠
P
B:  0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠
PR:  0.7 Vp-p; 75 ≠
Others
Regional code:‚ 1
Clock unit:Quartz-controlled 12-hour digital display
Operating temperature range:5 oC–40 oC (41 oF–104 oF)
Operating humidity range:10 %–80 % RH (no condensation)
Power supply:AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption:35 W
Dimensions:Approx. 430 (W)k79 (H)k274 (D) mm
[Approx.1615/16q(W)k31/8q(H)k1013/16q(D)](excluding protrusions)
Mass:Approx. 4.2 kg (9.24 lbs)
[Note]
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
The precision parts in this unit are readily affected by the 
environment, especially temperature, humidity, and dust. 
Cigarette smoke also can cause malfunction or breakdown.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that 
came with the cloth carefully.Observe the following points to ensure continued listening and 
viewing pleasure.
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it 
impossible to record or play discs. 
Use the DVD-RAM/PD lens cleaner (LF-K123LCA1, where 
available) about once every year, depending on frequency of use 
and the operating environment. Read the lens cleaner’s instructions 
carefully before use.
User memo: XP: Approx. 1 hour
LP: Approx. 4 hoursSP: Approx. 2 hours
EP: Approx. 6 hours/8 hours
XP: Approx. 26 hours
LP: Approx. 104 hoursSP: Approx. 52 hours
EP: Approx. 160 hours/213 hours
Power consumption in standby mode: approx. 15 W
Maintenance
The model number and serial number of this product can be 
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER  DMR-E85H
SERIAL NUMBER 
DATE OF PURCHASE  _______________________________
DEALER NAME  ____________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  _________________________________
__________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  ______________________________
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Glossary
Bitstream
This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) 
before it is decoded into its various channels.
CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)
CPRM is technology used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to 
be recorded only once. Such broadcasts can be recorded only with 
CPRM compatible recorders and discs.
Dolby Digital
This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby 
Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can 
also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can 
be recorded on one disc using this method.
When recording on this unit Dolby Digital (2 channel) is the default 
audio.
Down-mixing
This is the process of remixing the multi-channel audio found on 
some discs into two channels. It is useful when you want to listen to 
the 5.1-channel audio recorded on DVDs through your television’s 
speakers. Some discs prohibit down-mixing and this unit can then 
only output the front two channels.
Drive
In this paticular unit, this refers to the hard disk (HDD) and DVD. 
These perform the reading and writing of data.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
This surround system is used in many movie theaters. There is good 
separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are 
possible.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound 
that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest 
level of sound before distortion occurs. Dynamic range compression 
means reducing the gap between the loudest and softest sounds. 
This means you can listen at low volumes but still hear dialog clearly.
Film and video
DVD-Video are recorded using either film or video. This unit can 
determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable 
method of progressive output.
Film is 24 or 30 frames per second, with motion picture film generally 
being 24 frames per second.
Video is 60 fields per second (two fields making up one frame).
Finalize
A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, etc. 
possible on equipment that can play such media. You can finalize 
DVD-R on this unit.
You cannot record onto or edit finalized discs.
Formatting
Formatting is the process of making media such as DVD-RAM 
recordable on recording equipment.
You can format the HDD and DVD-RAM on this unit.
Formatting erases irrevocably all recordings on the disc.Frames and fields
Frames refer to the single images that constitute the video you see 
on your television. Each frame consists of two fields.
≥A frame still shows two fields, so there may be some blurring, but 
picture quality is generally better.
≥A field still shows less picture information so it may be rougher, but 
there is no blurring.
HDD (Hard disk drive)
This is a mass data storage device used in computers, etc. A disk 
with a surface that has been treated with magnetic fluid is spun and 
a magnetic head is brought in close proximity to facilitate the reading 
and writing of large amounts of data at high speed.
LPCM (Linear PCM)
These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on 
CDs. LPCM sound is available when recording in XP mode.
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)
An audio compression method that compresses audio to 
approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of 
audio quality. You can play MP3 you have recorded onto CD-R and 
CD-RW.
Pan&Scan/Letterbox
In general, DVD-Video are produced with the intention that they be 
viewed on a widescreen television (16:9 aspect ratio), so images 
often don’t fit regular (4:3 aspect ratio) televisions. Two styles of 
picture, “Pan & Scan” and “Letterbox”, deal with this problem.
Pan&Scan: The sides are cut off so the picture fills 
the screen.
Letterbox: Black bands appear at the top and 
bottom of the picture so the picture itself 
appears in an aspect ratio of 16:9.
Playback control (PBC)
If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and 
information with menus. (This unit is compatible with version 2.0 and 
1.1.) 
Progressive/Interlace
NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (I) scan lines, 
whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. 
This is called 480P.
Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video 
recorded on media such as DVD-Video.
Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.
Protection
You can prevent accidental erasure by setting writing protection or 
erasure protection.
Sampling frequency
Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave 
(analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital 
encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per 
second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the 
original sound.
VBR (Variable bitrate)
This is a method of video recording that adjusts the bit rate 
according to video signal.Frame Field Field
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Language code list  Enter the code with the numbered buttons.
Abkhazian: 6566
Afar: 6565
Afrikaans: 6570
Albanian: 8381
Ameharic: 6577
Arabic: 6582
Armenian: 7289
Assamese: 6583
Aymara: 6588
Azerbaijani: 6590
Bashkir: 6665
Basque: 6985
Bengali; Bangla:
6678
Bhutani: 6890
Bihari: 6672
Breton: 6682
Bulgarian: 6671
Burmese: 7789
Byelorussian: 6669
Cambodian: 7577Catalan: 6765
Chinese: 9072
Corsican: 6779
Croatian: 7282
Czech: 6783
Danish: 6865
Dutch: 7876
English: 6978
Esperanto: 6979
Estonian: 6984
Faroese: 7079
Fiji: 7074
Finnish: 7073
French: 7082
Frisian: 7089
Galician: 7176
Georgian: 7565
German: 6869
Greek: 6976
Greenlandic: 7576
Guarani: 7178Gujarati: 7185
Hausa: 7265
Hebrew: 7387
Hindi: 7273
Hungarian: 7285
Icelandic: 7383
Indonesian: 7378
Interlingua: 7365
Irish: 7165
Italian: 7384
Japanese: 7465
Javanese: 7487
Kannada: 7578
Kashmiri: 7583
Kazakh: 7575
Kirghiz: 7589
Korean: 7579
Kurdish: 7585
Laotian: 7679
Latin: 7665
Latvian, Lettish:7686Lingala: 7678
Lithuanian: 7684
Macedonian: 7775
Malagasy: 7771
Malay: 7783
Malayalam: 7776
Maltese: 7784
Maori: 7773
Marathi: 7782
Moldavian: 7779
Mongolian: 7778
Nauru: 7865
Nepali: 7869
Norwegian: 7879
Oriya: 7982
Pashto, Pushto:8083
Persian: 7065
Polish: 8076
Portuguese: 8084
Punjabi: 8065
Quechua: 8185Rhaeto-Romance:
8277
Romanian: 8279
Russian: 8285
Samoan: 8377
Sanskrit: 8365
Scots Gaelic: 7168
Serbian: 8382
Serbo-Croatian:8372
Shona: 8378
Sindhi: 8368
Singhalese: 8373
Slovak: 8375
Slovenian: 8376
Somali: 8379
Spanish: 6983
Sundanese: 8385
Swahili: 8387
Swedish: 8386
Tagalog: 8476
Tajik: 8471Tamil: 8465
Tatar: 8484
Telugu: 8469
Thai: 8472
Tibetan: 6679
Tigrinya: 8473
Tonga: 8479
Turkish: 8482
Turkmen: 8475
Twi: 8487
Ukrainian: 8575
Urdu: 8582
Uzbek: 8590
Vietnamese: 8673
Volapük: 8679
Welsh: 6789
Wolof: 8779
Xhosa: 8872
Yiddish: 7473
Yoruba: 8979
Zulu: 9085
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Frequently asked questions
Set upPa ge
Disc
Recording
TV Guide On Screen system
What equipment is necessary to play multi 
channel surround sound?≥ DVD-Video:
You can play DVD-Video multi channel surround by digitally connecting an 
amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital and a DTS decoder.
≥DV D - Au d i o :
This unit plays DVD-Audio in 2 channels. You cannot play multi channel 
surround sound.9
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Are the headphones and speakers directly 
connected to the unit?≥You cannot directly connect to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, etc.9
The television has both S-VIDEO IN terminal and 
COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals. Which 
terminal should I connect with?≥We recommend the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal. Component signal 
outputs the color difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) 
separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.
If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture 
can be output because this unit’s component video output terminal outputs 
a progressive output signal.7
Is my television progressive output compatible?≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480P input terminals are compatible. 
Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.—
Can I play DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and Video 
CDs bought in another country?≥You can play them if the video standard is NTSC.
≥However, you cannot play DVD-Video if their region number does not 
include “1” or “All”.—
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Can a DVD-Video that does not have a region 
number be played?≥The DVD-Video region number indicates the disc conforms to a standard. 
You cannot play discs that do not have a region number.—
Please tell me about DVD-R and DVD-RW 
compatibility with this unit.≥This unit records and plays DVD-R. However, you cannot record onto DVD-
R discs that are finalized. 
≥This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible discs.
≥This unit does not record or play DVD-RW.—
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Please tell me about CD-R and CD-RW 
compatibility with this unit.≥You can play CD-R and CD-RW on this unit that are created using a 
compatible format.
≥You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.14, 27
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Can I record from a commercially purchased 
video cassette or DVD?≥Most commercially sold video cassettes and DVD are copy protected; 
therefore, recording is usually not possible.—
Can a DVD-R recorded on this unit be played on 
other equipment?≥You can play on DVD-R compatible players after finalizing the disc on this 
unit; however, due to the condition of the recording, play may not be 
possible.39
How many times can I write to a DVD-RAM disc?≥You can write to the disc approximately 100,000 times depending upon the 
conditions of use.—
Can I high speed transfer (dub) to a disc?≥You can record up to 32k recording speed to DVD-R and up to 24k 
recording speed to DVD-RAM when using a high speed compatible disc.35
Can I record digital audio signals using this unit?≥You cannot record digital signals. The digital audio terminals on this unit are 
for output only.—
Can a digital audio signal from this unit be 
recorded to other equipment?≥You can record if using the PCM signal. When recording DVD, change the 
“Digital Audio Output” settings to the following from the SETUP menu.
–PCM Down Conversion On
–Dolby Digital PCM
–DTS PCM
However, only
–As long as digital recording from the disc is permitted.
–As long as the recording equipment is compatible with a sampling 
frequency of 48 kHz.
≥You cannot record MP3 signals.42
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Can I switch to MTS during recording?≥With HDD and DVD-RAM, you can, and the audio recorded also changes. 
Just press [AUDIO].
≥With DVD-R, you cannot. Change before recording with “Select MTS” in the 
SETUP menu.17
42
I do not want TV Guide On Screen system to 
automatically appear on screen.≥Select “Off ” in “Review options” menu, so that TV Guide On Screen system 
appears only when you press [TV GUIDE].23
I do not want to use TV Guide On Screen 
system.≥Set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”. Note that you can set timer 
recording only manually after you set the unit with “Auto Channel Setting”.43
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Error messages
On the televisionPage
On the unit’s display
1. Damage requiring service— The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing— Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized 
servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts— When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same 
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
4. Safety check— After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 52.
In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an 
authorized Servicentre closest to you.Cannot finish recording 
completely.≥The program was copy-protected.
≥The HDD or disc may be full.—
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Cannot play.≥You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.).—
Cannot record on the disc.≥The disc may be dirty or scratched.15
Please check the disc.
Unable to format.
Cannot record. Disc is full.≥Create space by erasing any unnecessary titles. [HDD] [RAM]
≥Use a new disc. [RAM] [DVD-R]26, 31, 39
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Cannot record. Maximum 
number of titles exceeded.
Error has occurred. Please 
press ENTER.≥Press [ENTER] to start recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while it is recovering 
(“SELF CHECK” appears on the unit’s display).—
No disc≥The disc may be upside down.—
Please change the disc.≥There may be a problem with the disc. Press [
						

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Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart 
do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 52 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on 
page 48 if you reside in Canada.
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:
PowerPag e
Displays
TV screen and video
Sound≥Regular disc rotating sounds. The sound of disc rotating may 
become louder especially when finalizing a DVD-R.
≥Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions.
≥Image disturbance during search.≥Interruptions in reception due to periodic satellite broadcasting 
breaks.
≥A sound is heard when the HDD goes into SLEEP mode, or 
operations are slow to respond in SLEEP mode.
No power.≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely into a known active AC outlet.7
The unit switches to standby 
mode.≥This is a power saving feature. Change “Off Timer” in the SETUP menu, if you would prefer.
≥One of the unit’s safety devices is activated. Press [POWERÍ/I] on the main unit to turn the 
unit on.40
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The display is dim.≥Change “Front Display” in the SETUP menu.42
“12:00” is flashing on the unit’s 
display.≥Set the clock.11
Compared to the actual 
recorded time, the remaining 
time displayed is less.≥The displayed recording/play time is converted from the number of frames at 29.97 frames 
(equal to 0.999 seconds) to one second. There will be a slight difference between the time 
displayed and the actual elapsed time (e.g., actual one-hour elapsed time may display as 
approximately 59 minutes 56 seconds). This does not affect the recording.—
The time recorded on the disc 
and the available time shown 
do not add up.
The play time shown for MP3 
does not agree with the actual 
time.≥Times shown may disagree with actual times.
≥More disc space than the actual recording time is used after recording or editing the DVD-R 
200 times or more.
≥While searching, the elapsed time may not display correctly.
≥Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R, there is no increase in disc space.—
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Television reception worsens 
after connecting the unit.≥This can occur because the signals are being divided between the unit and other equipment. 
It can be solved by using a signal booster, available from audio-visual suppliers.—
Status messages do not appear.≥Select “Automatic” in “Status Messages” in the SETUP menu.42
The blue background does not 
appear.≥Select “On” in “Blue Background” in the SETUP menu.42
The 4:3 aspect ratio picture 
expands left and right.
Screen size is wrong.≥Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, set 
“Progressive” in the Video menu to “OFF”.
≥Check the settings for “TV Type”, “4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video” or “4:3 TV Settings for 
DVD-RAM” in the SETUP menu.29
42
There is a lot of after-image 
when playing video.≥Change the settings for “3D NR”, and “Integrated DNR” to “0” or turn “MPEG-DNR” off if it is 
on.29
When playing DVD-Video using 
progressive output, one part of 
the picture momentarily 
appears to be doubled up.≥Set “Progressive” in the Video menu to “OFF”. This problem is caused by the editing method 
or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.29
There is no apparent change in 
picture quality when adjusted 
with the Video menu in the on-
screen menus.≥The effect is less perceivable with some types of video.—
The images from this unit do 
not appear on the television.
Picture is distorted.≥Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S-VIDEO OUT 
terminal or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on this unit.
≥Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct.
≥The television isn’t compatible with progressive signals. Press and hold [∫] and [TIME SLIP] 
on the main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. The setting will change to interlace.7
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No sound.
Low volume.
Distorted sound.
Cannot hear the desired audio 
type.≥Check the connections and settings. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have 
connected one.
≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. 
≥Turn off V.S.S. in the following cases.
–When using discs that do not have surround sound effects such as Karaoke discs.
–When playing MTS broadcast programs.
≥The disc may have a restriction on the method of audio output. If “D.MIX” does not appear in 
the display when playing multi-channel DVD-Audio, only audio for the two front channels will 
be output. Refer to the disc’s jacket. [DVD-A]7–9, 42
17, 26
29
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Cannot switch audio.≥You cannot switch the audio in the following cases.
–When a DVD-R disc is in the disc tray while DVD drive is selected.
–When the recording mode is XP and “Audio for XP Recording” is set to “LPCM”.
–When “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” is set to “On”
≥You have used digital connection. Set “Dolby Digital” to “PCM” or connect using audio cables 
(analog connection).
≥There are discs for which audio cannot be changed because of how the disc was created.—
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OperationPage
Recording/Timer recording/Transferring (dubbing)
Cannot operate the television.
The remote control doesn’t 
work.≥Change manufacturer code. Some televisions cannot be operated even if you change the 
code.
≥The remote control and main unit are using different codes. Change the code on the remote 
control.
Press and hold [ENTER] and the indicated number button at 
the same time for more than 2 seconds.
≥The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.
≥Colored glass may obstruct the signal reception/transmission.
≥Don’t place the signal sensor in direct sunlight or in areas that may be subject to sunlight 
exposure.12
13
4
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The unit is on but cannot be 
operated.≥Recording drive or playback drive has not been selected properly.
≥Some operations may be prohibited by the disc.
≥The unit is hot (“U14” appears on the display). Wait for “U14” to disappear.
≥One of the unit’s safety devices may have been activated.
Reset the unit as follows:
Press [POWERÍ/I] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby.
If the unit doesn’t switch to standby, press and hold [POWERÍ/I] on the main unit for about 
10 seconds. The unit is forcibly switched to standby.
Alternatively, disconnect the AC power supply cord, wait one minute, then reconnect it.16, 24
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HDD activation is slow.≥The HDD is in SLEEP mode. (“HDD SLP” appears in the unit’s display.)15
Cannot eject disc.≥The unit may have a problem. While the unit is off, press and hold [∫] and [CHW] on the 
main unit at the same time for about 5 seconds. Remove the disc and consult the dealer.—
Cannot record.≥You haven’t inserted a disc or the disc you inserted cannot be recorded on. Insert a disc the 
unit can record onto.
≥The disc is unformatted. Format the disc. [RAM]
≥The write-protect tab on the cartridge is set to PROTECT, or the disc is protected with DISC 
SETTING.
≥Some programs have limitations on the number of times they can be recorded. (CPRM)
≥You cannot record when there is not enough space or when the number of titles has reached 
its limit. Erase unwanted titles.
≥You cannot record on finalized DVD-R discs.
≥Due to peculiarities of DVD-R, you may be unable to record onto them if you either insert and 
remove the disc or switch the unit on and off while a disc is loaded, a total of fifty times.
≥A DVD-R recorded on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders.14
39
14, 39
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26, 31, 
39
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Timer recording does not work 
properly.
VCR Plusr system does not 
work properly.
≥The timer program is incorrect or different timer program times overlap. Correct the program.≥Timer recording program may be deleted if there is an interruption to the power.
≥VCR Plusr system works only after this unit downloads the television program list.22
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Timer recording does not stop 
even when [∫] is pressed.≥Press [∫] and then [ENTER] within 5 seconds. Recording stops.19, 20, 
21
The timer program remains 
even after recording finishes.≥The timer program remains unless set to “Once”.19, 20
A part or whole of a recorded 
title has been lost.≥If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household AC outlet while 
recording or editing, the title may be lost or the HDD/disc may become unusable.
You will have to format the disc ([HDD] [RAM]) or use a new disc. We cannot offer any 
guarantee regarding lost titles or discs.39
Cannot transfer (dub) to a DVD-
R disc using the high speed 
mode.≥When recording to the HDD, set “DVD-R High-Speed Recording” to “On” in the SETUP 
menu.41
When transferring (dubbing), it 
takes a long time even when 
high speed mode is selected.≥Use a disc that is compatible with high speed recording. Even if the disc is high speed 
recording compatible, the maximum speed recording rating may not be possible due to the 
condition of the disc.
≥It takes longer than normal to transfer (dub) many titles.
≥You cannot high speed transfer (dub) to DVD-R titles longer than 6 hours when using other 
Panasonic DVD recorders that are not compatible with EP (8 hour) mode recording.—
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An unusually loud sound 
coming from the rotating 
DVD-R.
≥When recording or high speed transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, the sound of the disc 
rotating may be louder than normal; however, this is not a problem.—
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