Panasonic Dmr Eh50 Operating Instructions Manual

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[HDD] [RAM]
Preparation
≥Press [HDD] or [DVD] to select the drive.
≥Release protection (➡50).
After performing steps 1–3 (➡50)
4Press [3,4] to select “Erase All 
Titles” and press [ENTER].
5Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
6Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when finished.
7Press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
[Note]
≥Once erased, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be 
restored. Make certain before proceeding.
≥Erasing all video titles will result in all playlists also being erased.
≥Still picture data (JPEG, TIFF) or computer data cannot be erased.
≥Erase does not work if one or more titles are protected.[HDD] [RAM] [-RW‹V›] [-RW‹VR›] [SD]
Preparation
≥Press [HDD], [DVD] or [SD] to select the drive.
≥Release protection (➡50).
[Note]
After performing steps 1–3 (➡50)
4Press [3,4] to select “Format” or 
“Format Disc” and press [ENTER].
5Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
6Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when formatting is finished.
[Note]
≥Formatting normally takes a few minutes; however, it may 
take up to a maximum of 70 minutes ([RAM]).
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
formatting. This can render the disc or the card unusable.
7Press [ENTER].
[Note]
≥When a disc or card has been formatted using this unit, it may not 
be possible to use it on any other equipment.
≥Formatting cannot be performed on DVD-R, +R or CD-R/RW.
≥You can format DVD-RW only as DVD-Video format on this unit.
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.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
Erasing all titles and playlists—Erase 
All TitlesErasing all the contents of a disc or 
card—Format
Formatting erases all contents (including computer data), 
and they cannot be restored. Check carefully before 
proceeding. The contents are erased when you format a disc or 
card even if you have set protection.
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HDD, disc and card management
Refer to the control reference on page 50.
[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]
Preparation
Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive.
After performing steps 1–3 (➡50)
∫Top Menu Style
You can select the background that will be displayed as the DVD-
Video top menu after finalizing.
4Press [3,4] to select “Top Menu 
Style” and press [ENTER].
5Press [3,4,2,1] to select the 
background and press [ENTER].
≥You can change thumbnails displayed in the top menu. (➡39, 
Change Thumbnail)
∫Playback will start with:
You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing.
6Press [3,4] to select “Playback will 
start with:” and press [ENTER].
7Press [3,4] to select “Top Menu” or 
“First Title” and press [ENTER].
Top Menu:The top menu appears first.
First Title: The disc content is played without displaying the 
top menu.
∫Finalize
Make selections from “Top Menu Style” and “Playback will start with:” 
above before finalizing the disc.
8Press [3,4] to select “Finalize” and 
press [ENTER].
9Press [2,1] to select “Yes” and 
press [ENTER].
10Press [2,1] to select “Start” and 
press [ENTER].
A message appears when finalizing is finished.
[Note]
≥You cannot cancel finalizing.
≥Finalizing takes up to 15 minutes.
≥Do not disconnect the AC power supply cord while 
finalizing. This will render the disc unusable.
11Press [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 discs recorded on other manufacturer’s 
equipment.
≥If you finalize discs recorded on Panasonic equipment other than 
this unit, the background selected as “Top Menu Style” may not be 
displayed.
≥Discs 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 return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
Enabling discs to be played on other 
equipment
(Top Menu Style, Playback will start with:, Finalize)
1
4
78
5
2
9
6
3
Top Menu Style
01Display after finalizing
Thumbnail
(Still picture)
Title NameAfter finalizing
≥[-R] [+R] The disc becomes play-only and you can no longer 
record or edit.
≥[-RW‹V›] You can record and edit the disc after formatting 
(➡51) although it becomes play-only after finalizing.
≥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 the disc.
–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.
Before 
finalizingAfter 
finalizing
Disc display on this unit DVD-R
DV D - RW  ( V )
+RDV D - V
Recording/Editing/Entering nameYt
Play on other players tY
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Entering text
[HDD] [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [SD]
You can give names to recorded titles, etc.
The maximum number of characters:
[Note]
If a name is long, parts of it may not be shown in some screens.
1Show Enter Name screen.
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select a 
character and press [ENTER].
Repeat this step to enter other characters.
≥To erase a character
Press [3,4,2,1] to select the character in the name field 
and press [;]. (The selected characters are erased.)
≥Using the numbered buttons to enter characters
e.g., entering the letter “R”
1Press [7] to move to the 
7th row.
2Press [7] twice to 
highlight “R”.
3Press [ENTER].
≥To enter a space
Press [¢CANCEL] and press [ENTER].
≥Save/recall phrases (➡below)
3Press [∫] (Set).
“Now writing.” appears then the screen returns to the Title 
view screen and so on.
To end partway
Press [RETURN].
Text is not saved.
For your reference
If you enter a long name, only part of it is shown in the TOP MENU 
after finalization (➡52). When entering a title name, the name that 
will appear in the TOP MENU can be previewed in “Top Menu 
Preview (Finalized Disc)” window. [HDD] [RAM]Characters
Title 64
Playlist 64
Folder of still pictures 36
Disc ([RAM])64
[-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R]Characters
Title 44
Disc 40
[SD]Characters
Folder of still pictures 36
Title
Select “Title Name” in step 5 on page 38.
Playlist
Select “Playlist Name” in step 5 on page 41.
Disc
Select “Disc Name” in step 4 of “Providing a 
name for a disc” on page 50.
Folder of still pictures
Select “Folder Name” in step 3 on page 42, “To 
edit still picture folders”.
HDDDVDSSD
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FUNCTIONS
TVGUIDE
SCHEDULE
CHCHSUB MENUSUB MENU
TOPMENU
SDUBBINGDUBBING
DVD/TV
AUDIO
F Rec
SETUP
CANCEL0VCR Plus+CM SKIP
SKIP
SLOW/SEARCH
STOPSTOPPA U S EPAUSEPLAY/x1.3
ENTERENTER
RETURNRETURN
CREATECREATECHAPTERCHAPTERInfoSTATUSSTATUS
RECREC MODEERASEDISPLAY
DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
TIMESLIP
∫
RETURN 3,4,2,1 
ENTER
SUB MENU
;
:,9 ¢ CANCEL
Numbered 
buttons
_Title Name
12345
ABC a
DE F d
GH I
NOg
JKL j
M
m
67890
bcij
ef /l%
hifl$
*
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klON@
n]_o[
Space
Set
Erase
PQRS p
TUV t
WX Y Z wqrs ( )
uv { }-
xyz
`^| 
! ?\
   .
   ,

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;π
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Top Menu Preview
(Finalized Disc)
ENTER
1234567890
Phrase SavePhrase List
Name field: shows the text you have entered
∫To save phrases
You can save frequently used phrases and recall them later.
Maximum number of saved phrases: 20
Maximum number of characters per phrase: 20
After entering the phrase (step1–2)
1Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Phrase Save” and press 
[ENTER].
≥You can also press [9] to select “Phrase Save”.
2Press [2,1] to select “Save” and press [ENTER].
≥Press [RETURN] to cancel.
∫To recall a saved phrase
1Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Phrase List” and press 
[ENTER]. 
≥You can also press [:] to select “Phrase List”.
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the phrase to be recalled and 
press [ENTER].
∫To erase saved phrases
1Press [3,4,2,1] to select “Phrase List” and press 
[ENTER]. 
≥You can also press [:] to select “Phrase List”.
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the phrase to be erased.
3 Press [SUB MENU] to show “Erase Phrase” and press 
[ENTER].
4Press [2,1] to select “Erase” and press [ENTER].
5 Press [RETURN].
5
6
7
8NO
JKL
M
PQRS
TUV
7
77
Title Name
12345
ABC a
DE F d
GH I g67890
bcij
ef /l%
hifl$
*
&
Top Menu Preview
(Finalized Disc)1234
Chapter 1
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Changing the unit’s settings
1While stopped
Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select the tab and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select the menu and 
press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select the option and 
press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
[Note]
There may be differences in operation methods. If this happens, 
follow the on-screen instructions for the operation.
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
§1You need to set these menus only when you do not use TV Guide On ScreenTM system. These menus turn gray and become un-selectable 
after this unit downloads the television program list.
§2You can set these menus only after “Set Channels Automatically” is completed.
HDDHDDDV DDVDSDSD
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FUNCTIONS
TVGUIDE
SCHEDULE
CHCHSUB MENUSUB MENU
TOPMENU
SDUBBINGDUBBING
DVD/TV
DVD POWER POWERTV
ÍCHVOLUMETV/VIDEOINPUT SELECT
AUDIO
F Rec
SETUP
CANCEL0VCR Plus+CM SKIP
SKIP
SLOW/SEARCH
STOPSTOPPA U S EPAUSEPLAY/x1.3
ENTERENTER
RETURNRETURN
CREATECREATECHAPTERCHAPTERInfoSTATUSSTATUS
RECRECREC MODEREC MODEERASEERASEDISPLAYDISPLAYPA G E
PA G E
DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
TIMESLIP
RETURN 3,4,2,1 
ENTER
SETUP
¢ CANCEL
Í DVD POWER
Numbered 
buttons
Common procedures
Tabs Menus Options
Set Channels AutomaticallyChannel SETUPSetup
TV Guide Settings
CableTVSignal Source (RF IN)
Summary of settings
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Channel
TV Guide Settings
Set the TV Guide On ScreenTM system.
Signal Source (RF IN)
§2
Select to suit the type of antenna you are using.≥Antenna≥CableTV
Set Channels Automatically§1 (➡57)j
Preset Channel Captions
§2 (➡58)j
Manual Channel Captions
§2 (➡58)j
SetupOff Timer
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.≥2 Hours≥6 Hours≥Off
Remote Control Code (➡19)≥Set Code 1
≥Set Code 2≥Set Code 3
Clock Settings
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
Set Clock Automatically
§1 (➡57)
Set Clock Manually
§1 (➡17)
Adjust Time Zone
§1 (➡57)≥j1≥0≥i1
Restore Default Settings
This returns all values in the SETUP menus, except for the 
clock, channel settings, ratings level, and on-screen language, 
to the default settings.≥Ye s≥No
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 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Disc
Settings for Playback
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
Ratings
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
Play DVD-Audio in Video Mode
Select “Video Mode (Video On)” to play DVD-Video 
content on some DVD-Audio.≥Video Mode (Video On):The setting returns to “Audio Mode 
(Video Off)” when you change the 
disc or turn the unit off.
≥Audio Mode (Video Off)
Audio 
LanguageChoose the language for audio, subtitle 
and disc menus. [DVD-V]
≥Some discs start in a certain 
language despite any changes you 
make here.
≥Enter a code (➡69) with the 
numbered buttons when you select 
“Other ¢¢¢¢”.
When the selected language is not 
available on the disc, the default 
language is played. There are discs 
where you can only switch the 
language from the menu screen 
(➡31).≥English≥French≥Spanish
≥Original: The original language of each disc will be selected.
≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Subtitle 
Language≥Automatic
:If the language selected for “Audio Language” is not available, 
subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available 
on that disc.
≥English≥French≥Spanish≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Menu 
Language≥English
≥French≥Spanish≥Other ¢¢¢¢
Settings for Recording
Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
Recording Time in EP Mode
Select the maximum number of hours for recording in 
EP mode (➡21, Recording modes and approximate 
recording times).
≥EP-Extended Play (6H):You can record for 6 hours on an 
unused 4.7 GB disc.
≥EP-Extended Play (8H):You can record for 8 hours on an 
unused 4.7 GB disc.
The sound quality is better when using “EP-Extended Play (6H)” 
than when using “EP-Extended Play (8H)”.
Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing
When high speed transferring (dubbing) a title to DVD-
R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +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” if 
high speed transfer (dubbing) to DVD-R, etc. is not 
necessary when recording a program.≥On: Makes high speed mode transferring (dubbing) to 
DVD-R, etc. possible. Press [2,1] to select “Yes” 
and press [ENTER]. [“ ” appears in the 
transferring (dubbing) list (➡45).]
–Pictures are saved in 4:3.
–Select the type of audio in advance from “Select 
MTS” (➡56).
≥Off
VideoStill Mode
Select the type of picture shown when you pause play (➡68, 
Frames and fields).≥Automatic≥Field: Select if jittering occurs when “Automatic” is selected. 
(The picture is coarser.)
≥Frame: Select if small text or fine patterns cannot be seen 
clearly when “Automatic” is selected. (The picture is 
clearer and finer.)
Seamless Play
Select the play mode for playlist chapter segments.≥On
: The chapters in playlists are played seamlessly. This 
does not work when there are several audio types 
included on the playlist and when using Quick View. 
Additionally, the positioning of chapter segments may 
change slightly.
≥Off: The points where chapters in playlists change are 
played accurately, but the picture may freeze for a 
moment.
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/SVideo)
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
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Changing the unit’s settings
 Ta b sMenusOptions (Underlined items are the factory presets.)
Audio
Dynamic Range Compression [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital only)
Change the dynamic range for late night viewing.≥On≥Off
Select MTS
Select the audio recording type, main or secondary (SAP) audio 
when:
–Recording or transferring (dubbing) to a DVD-R, DVD-RW 
(DVD-Video format) and +R.
–When “Rec. for High-Speed Dubbing” is set to “On” (➡22).
–Recording or transferring (dubbing) sound in LPCM. 
(➡below, Audio for XP Recording).≥Main≥Secondary Audio Program (SAP)
You cannot select the audio on this unit when recording from an 
external source, such as when transferring (dubbing) from a 
video cassette recorder. Select on the other equipment.
Digital Audio Output
Change the settings when you have connected equipment through this unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (➡15).
(Output is not digital with DVD-Audio.)
≥Press [ENTER] to show the following settings.
PCM Down Conversion
Select how to output audio with a sampling frequency of 96 
kHz.
≥Signals are converted to 48 kHz despite the settings 
across if the signals have a sampling frequency of 96 kHz 
with a disc that has copy protection.≥On: Signals are converted to 48 kHz. (Choose when the 
connected equipment cannot process signals with 
sampling frequency of 96 kHz.)
≥Off
: Signals are output as 96 kHz. (Choose when the 
connected equipment can process signals with 
sampling frequency of 96 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 damaging 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
 (➡68)
≥LPCM (➡68)
–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 a 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 ScreenTM 
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 (➡18)
Set to match the type of television connected.4:3 TV
≥Aspect 4:3 & 480i ≥Aspect 4:3 & 480p
16:9 Widescreen
≥Aspect 16:9 & 480i≥Aspect 16:9 & 480p
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-Video
Select how a DVD-Video widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit)
:
Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan & Scan 
(unless prohibited by the producer of the disc).
≥Letterbox (Shrink to fit):
Video recorded for a widescreen is played in the letterbox style.
4:3 TV Settings for DVD-RAM
Select how a DVD-RAM widescreen picture is shown on a 4:3 
standard aspect television.≥4:3: Titles played as recorded.
≥Pan and Scan (Stretch to fit):Video recorded for a widescreen is 
played as Pan & Scan.
≥Letterbox (Shrink to fit): Video recorded for a widescreen 
is played in the letterbox style.
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 54.
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
TM system setup (until [ENTER] 
is pressed after the “Watch TV” message screen is displayed).
[Note]
You can set scheduled recording only manually after you set the unit with “Set Channels Automatically”.
1Press [SETUP].
2Press [3,4] to select “Channel” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Set Channels 
Automatically” 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 
Mean Time (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 
“Clock Settings” from the “Setup” tab and then select “Set 
Clock Automatically”.
≥If the time was not set correctly, use manual clock setting 
(➡17) or adjust time zone.
6Press [ENTER].
≥The unit configures channels according to the Signal Source 
(RF IN) 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 “Setup” and 
press [1].
3Press [3,4] to select “Clock 
Settings” and press [ENTER].
4Press [3,4] to select “Adjust Time 
Zone” and press [ENTER].
5Press [3,4] to select “s1” or “r1” 
and press [ENTER].
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
To cancel partway while Auto Channel/Clock Setting is taking place
Press [RETURN].
IN2IN2
CHCH
HDDDVD SD
S VIDEOS VIDEOVIDEOVIDEOL/MONOL/MONO-AUDIOAUDIO-R
OPEN/CLOSEOPEN/CLOSEDRIDRIVEVESELECT SELECT RECREC/x1. 3
X CH W
Auto channel/clock settings
Channel SETUPSetupDiscVideoAudio
Set Clock Automatically
Auto Clock Setting is complete.
4/4/2005 12:15 AM
DST..............  On
Time Zone..... CST
Signal Source 
(RF IN)Band Channel
AntennaVHF 2–13
UHF 14–69
CableTVVHF 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
Adjust Time Zone
SETUP
SetupDiscVideo
Adjust Time  Zone
j10i1
Channel
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Channel/Clock settings when TV Guide On ScreenTM system is not used
Refer to the control reference on page 54.
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 “Set Channels Automatically” is completed (➡57).
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 return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
To exit the screen
Press [SETUP].
Channel captions
Set Channels AutomaticallyChannel CaptionsPreset Channel CaptionsManual Channel Captions
Channel SETUPSetupDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
TV Guide Settings
CableTVSignal Source (RF IN)
Preset Channel Captions
SETUP
SetupDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Channel
Preset Channel Captions
Caption
Channel Number
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GLOB
ABC
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PBS
CBS
ENTER
Manual Channel Captions
SETUP
SetupDiscVideoAudioDisplayTV Screen
Channel
Manual Channel Captions
Caption
Channel Number
AAAA
6
10
12
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Messages
On the televisionPage
On the unit’s display
The following messages or service numbers appear on the unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. Cannot finish recording 
completely.≥The program was copy-protected.
≥The HDD or disc may be full.
≥The maximum number of times you can record the program is exceeded.—
—
—
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.5
Unable to format.
Please check the disc.
Cannot play back on this DVD-
Recorder.≥You tried to play a non-compatible image.
≥Turn the unit off and re-insert the card.35
5
Cannot record. Disc is full.≥[HDD] [RAM] Create space by erasing any unnecessary titles. 
[Even if you erase recorded content from the DVD-R or +R, there is no increase in disc 
space. Available disc space on DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) increases only when the last 
recorded title is erased.]
≥Use a new disc.32, 39, 51
— Cannot record. The number of 
titles has exceeded the 
maximum limit.
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.—
No folders.≥There is no compatible folder in this unit.9
No SD CARD
No valid SD card.≥The card is not inserted. If this message is displayed with a compatible card already 
inserted, turn off the unit, remove and then re-insert the card.
≥The card inserted is not compatible or the card format does not match.5
9
There is not enough free space 
on dubbing destination.≥Create space by erasing any unnecessary items.
≥Erase one or more items registered on the transfer (dubbing) list to ensure that the 
“Current capacity” is not exceeded.32, 35, 39, 
42, 51
45, 49
Please change the disc.
≥There may be a problem with the disc. Press [
						

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Frequently asked questions
Refer to the following items if you have any doubts about unit operations.
Set upPage
Disc
Recording
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.
≥DVD-Audio:
Output is not digital with DVD-Audio.15
—
Are the headphones and speakers 
directly connected to the unit?≥You cannot directly connect them to the unit. Connect through the amplifier, etc.15
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.—
The television has both S-VIDEO IN 
terminal and COMPONENT VIDEO 
IN terminals. Which should I connect 
with?≥We recommend the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal. Component signal outputs the 
color difference signals (P
B/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.14
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”. Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.—
Cover
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. You also cannot play discs that do not 
conform to a standard.—
Please tell me about DVD-R, DVD-
RW, +R and +RW compatibility with 
this unit.≥This unit records and plays DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) and +R, and plays 
DVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format) and +RW.
≥This unit also records and plays high speed recording compatible DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R 
discs.8, 9
—
Please tell me about CD-R and CD-
RW compatibility with this unit.≥This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW discs which have been recorded in one of the following 
standards: CD-DA, Video CD, MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF). Close the session or 
finalize the disc after recording. This unit can recognize up to 99 folders (groups) and 
999 files (tracks) on a disc with MP3 or still pictures (JPEG/TIFF).
≥You cannot write to a CD-R or CD-RW with this unit.9, 33, 
35
—
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 DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video 
format) and +R recorded on this unit 
be played on other equipment?≥You can play on compatible equipment such as DVD players after finalizing the disc on 
this unit. However, depending on the condition of the recording, the quality of the disc 
and capabilities of the DVD player, play may not be possible.—
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.
≥Output is not digital with DVD-Audio.56
—
—
Can I switch to SAP during 
recording?≥With HDD and DVD-RAM, you can, and the audio recorded also changes. Just press 
[AUDIO].
≥With DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R you cannot. Change before recording 
with “Select MTS” in the SETUP menu.22
56
Can I high speed transfer (dub) to a 
disc?≥When using a high speed recording compatible disc, you can transfer (dub) a one hour 
program to:
–DVD-R or +R in approximately 56 seconds
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–DVD-RAM in approximately 1.5 minutes§
–DVD-RW (DVD-Video format) in approximately 1.9 minutes§
§
 Quickest possible time.43
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