Panasonic Dmr Eh55 Operating Instructions Manual

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Accessories
User memo:
∫Batteries
≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
≥When closing the lid, insert it from the j (minus) side. 
≥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 batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a 
long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
Remote control operations (➡12)
[Note]
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control 
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes (➡23).
∫Use
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of March 2006. These may be subject to change.)
Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 78.
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
∏∏∏∏
1 Remote control
(EUR7659YR0)1 AC power supply 
cord
(K2CB2CB00018)1 75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
(K2KZ2BA00001)2 Batteries
for remote control
≥For use with this 
unit only. Do not use 
it with other 
equipment.
Also, do not use 
cords for other 
equipment with this 
unit.
∏∏∏
1 Audio/video 
cable
(K2KA6BA00003)1 IR Blaster
(K2ZZ04C00001)1 DVD-RAM disc
(U.S.A. only)
Product Registration Card
Please complete and return the included product registration card, or register via the Internet at: http://www.prodreg.com/panasonic/
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-EH55
SERIAL NUMBER 
DATE OF PURCHASE  _______________________________
DEALER NAME  ____________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  _________________________________
__________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  ______________________________
The remote control
R6/LR6, AA3020
3020
Remote control signal sensor
7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit
Disc and card handling/Unit care/Inserting/Removing the SD card/Accessories/The remote control
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Control reference guide
Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.
1Turn the unit on (➡20)
2Select drive (HDD, DVD or SD) (➡24, 36, 40)
3Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter numbers
4Cancel
5Basic operations for recording and play
6Skip the specified time (➡38)
7Show Direct Navigator/Top menu (➡36, 37, 39, 44)
8Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame (➡ below)
9Show sub menu (➡31, 44)
:Show on-screen menu (➡42)
“B” button for Direct Navigator (➡40)
;Select audio (➡27, 38)
“A” button for Direct Navigator (➡36)
Transmit the remote control signal
?Television operations (➡23)
@Channel select/Change pages in the TV GUIDE system 
(➡24, 28)
AShow VCR Plusr screen (➡29)
BDelete items (➡43)
CInput select (IN1, IN2, IN3 or DV) (➡53)
DShow scheduled recording list (➡29)
EShow program listings
(TV Guide On Screen
TM system) (➡28)
FShow FUNCTIONS window (➡ below)
GReturn to previous screen
HCreate chapters (➡38)
IChanging the size of information window/Displays help 
information (➡31)
JSkip a minute forward (➡38)
KShow status messages (➡38)
∫Using the cursor
Remote control 
CM SKIPCM SKIPSTATUSSTATUSREC MODEREC MODE
DISPLAYDISPLAY
RECREC
AUD I OAUDIOInfoInfoCREATECREATECHAPTERCHAPTER
ENTERENTER
FUNCTIONSDIRECTNAVIGATOR
TVGUIDE
RETURNRETURNSUB MENUSUB MENUS
SCHEDULESCHEDULETIME SLIPTIME SLIP
PLAY/x1.3PA U S EPAUSESTOPSTOP
SLOW/SEARCHSLOW/SEARCHSKIPSKIP
DELETEDELETE
VCR PlusVCR Plusi
CHCH
PA G EPAGE
SELECTINPUTCANCEL09
8
76
5 43
2
1
VOLUMEVOLUMECHCH
Í
TVTV
 DRIVE DRIVESELECTSELECT
Í
DV D
POWERPOWER
TV/VIDEOTV/VIDEO
POWERPOWER
AB
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
8
:
;
<
=>
?
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K @
≥Select items on menu screens and set items.
Press up, down, left, or right to select an item.
You can also move frame by frame (backward/forward).
While paused, press [2;] or [;1] (left/right).
Press [ENTER] to confirm.
ENTERENTER
Shared operations when [FUNCTIONS] is pressed.
By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions 
quickly and easily. For example, when you want to delete a title with 
Delete Navigator, or copy a title with Copy Navigator, etc. (➡43, 50)
1While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
Functions displayed depend on the selected drive or type of disc.
2Press [3,4] to select an item and 
press [ENTER].
If you select “Other Functions”, press [3,4] to select an 
item and press [ENTER].
Available Space :FUNCTIONS 79:36 SP
HDD
ProgramPlayback
CopyDelete
Other FunctionsENTERRETURN
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1POWER button (POWER Í/I) (➡20)
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.
2Disc tray (➡below)
3Connector for a digital video (DV) camcorder (➡53)
4SD card slot (➡10)
5Display (➡below)
6Remote control signal sensor
7Connectors for external equipment (➡53)8Channel select (➡24)
9Open/close disc tray (➡24, 36)
:Select drive (➡24, 36, 40)
Drive changes each time you press [DRIVE SELECT].
;Stop (➡24, 37)

						

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STEP 1Connection
This section includes diagrams of six common methods of connection (A–F, pages 14–16). Please connect using the one that best suits you.≥Visit Panasonic’s homepage for more information about connection methods. (This is in English only.)
http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/dvd_recorder/dvd_connection.asp
≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
When using a cable service or satellite service.
≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite service to enjoy viewing their programming.
≥Consult your service provider regarding an appropriate cable box or satellite receiver.
∫RF OUT terminalThe picture and sound signal from this unit does not go through the 
RF OUT terminal 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, the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal or HDMI AV OUT 
terminal.
≥Refer to page 18 if the antenna connectors don’t match.
∫.When the unit is not to be used for a long timeTo save power, unplug it from the household AC outlet. This unit 
consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off 
(approx. 13.5 W
).
The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback and recording when this unit is turned off.  Note that the program listings are not downloaded while the 
unit is unplugged.
Connect the unit directly to the television 
(Connection B, D, F)
If you connect the unit through an AV selector or video cassette 
recorder to the television, video signals will be affected by 
copyright protection systems and the picture may not be shown 
correctly.
Television
VCR
This unit
A Connection with a television
BConnection with a television and a video cassette recorder
VHF/UHF
RF IN AUDIO IN
R       LVIDEO IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1
AV OUTIN3
S VIDEOVIDEO R-AUDIO-LDIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHFAC IN OUT2
OUT1
4
213
RF OUT
Cable from the 
wall or antenna 
signalTelevision
This unit Audio/Video cable (included)75 ≠ coaxial cable 
(included)
AC power supply cord (included)
Connect only after all other connections are complete. To a household AC 
outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz) ≥If your television does not have 
AUDIO/VIDEO terminals 
(➡17, a).
≥If you would like to enjoy higher 
picture quality. (➡18, 19)
75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1
AV OUTIN3
S VIDEOVIDEO R-AUDIO-LDIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHFAC IN OUT2
OUT1
VHF/UHF
RF IN AUDIO IN
R       LVIDEO IN
VHF/UHF 
   RF IN
VHF/UHF 
 RF OUT
AUD I O 
R AUD I O 
L VIDEO 
OUT
OUT
AUDIO 
R AUDIO 
L VIDEO 
IN 
IN6
2
431
5IN
OUT
RF OUT
Video cassette recorder
AC power supply cord
(included)
Connect only after all other 
connections are complete. To a household 
AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Cable from the 
wall or antenna 
signal
Audio/Video cable (included)
Audio/Video 
cable 75 ≠ coaxial 
cable 
(included) 75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
75 ≠ coaxial cable  ≥If your television does not have 
AUDIO/VIDEO terminals 
(➡17, b).
≥If you would like to enjoy higher 
picture quality. (➡18, 19)Television
This unit
Ye l l o w  
White 
Red 
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
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DirecTV/DISH Network service is only available in the United States and is not available or supported in 
Canada.
The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback and recording when this unit is turned off. 
CConnection with a television and a cable box or DirecTV receiver
DConnection with a television, a video cassette recorder and a cable box or DirecTV receiver
VIDEO
S-VIDEO R           L
AUDIO
OUTIN
RF
Satellite Cable
VHF/UHF
RF IN AUDIO IN
R       LVIDEO IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1
AV OUTIN3
S VIDEOVIDEO R-AUDIO-LDIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHFAC IN OUT2
OUT1
12
5
6
3
7
4
8
IN3RF OUT
Cable from the 
wall or antenna 
signalTelevision
≥If your television does not have 
AUDIO/VIDEO terminals 
(➡17, d).
≥If you would like to enjoy higher 
picture quality. (➡18, 19)
75 ≠ coaxial 
cableThis unit Audio/Video cable (included)
Red White Yellow
IR Blaster
(included)
To a household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)AC power supply cord
(included)
Connect only after all 
other connections are 
complete. 
Cable box or DirecTV receiver Satellite 
antenna (satellite 
receiver only)
75 ≠ coaxial cableAudio/Video
cable
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
See below 75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
(included)These connections to 
IN3 are required for the 
TV Guide On Screen
TM 
system to work.
AUD IO 
R AUD IO 
L VIDEO 
OUT
OUT
AUAUVID
IINVHF/UHF 
   RF IN
VHF/UHF 
 RF OUT
VHF/UHF
RF IN AUDIO IN
R       LVIDEO IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1
AV  O U TIN3
S VIDEOVIDEO R-AUDIO-LDIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHFAC IN OUT2
OUT1
IN
OUT
RF OUT
VIDEO
S-VIDEO R           L
AUD IO
OUTIN
RF
Satellite Cable
106
3
7
8
9
4
12
5
IN3
Video cassette recorder ≥If your television does not 
have AUDIO/VIDEO 
terminals (➡17, c).
≥If you would like to enjoy 
higher picture quality. 
(➡18, 19)Te lev is i on
Cable 
from the 
wall or 
antenna 
signal Satellite 
antenna 
(satellite 
receiver 
only)
Cable box or DirecTV receiver 75 ≠ coaxial cableThis unit
AC power supply cord 
(included)
Connect only after all other 
connections are complete. 
To a household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz) 75 ≠ coaxial cable Audio/Video cable Audio/Video 
cable (included)
IR Blaster (included)
Red White Yellow
Red White YellowRed White Yellow
Ye l l o w  
White 
Red 
Audio/Video 
cable
Red White Yellow
75 ≠ coaxial cable
Red White Yellow
See below 75 ≠ coaxial cable (included) 75 ≠ coaxial cable These connections to IN3 are 
required for the TV Guide On 
Screen
TM system to work.
Why should I connect the IR Blaster? 
The IR Blaster is necessary for operating a cable box or DirecTV receiver with this unit’s remote control. Additionally, if the IR Blaster is 
not correctly connected or set up, you cannot make scheduled recordings or download program listings.
Setting the IR Blaster
Place the IR Blaster in front of the signal sensor of the cable box or DirecTV receiver.
 
Read the cable box or DirecTV receiver 
operating instructions regarding 
positioning of the signal sensor.If necessary, use the double sided adhesive tape (included) to secure the IR Blaster to a flat surface.
If you peel off the adhesive tape, the surface 
may become damaged.
Once you have confirmed the cable box or 
DirecTV receiver is operating correctly, secure 
it by attaching the adhesive tape. e.g. Television stand surface
Cable box or DirecTV receiver
STEP 1 Connection
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STEP 1Connection
Program listings for satellite services other than DirecTV cannot be received. Without this information, 
program-based recordings cannot be made. However, recordings can still be set manually.
You can use the DISH Network TV Guide to make scheduled recordings on this unit.
DirecTV/DISH Network service is only available in the United States and is not available or supported in 
Canada.
The connection will allow the video cassette recorder to be used for playback and recording when this unit is turned off. 
EConnection with a television and satellite receiver other than DirecTV
FConnection with a television, a video cassette recorder and satellite receiver other than DirecTV
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1
AV OUTIN3
S VIDEOVIDEO R-AUDIO-LDIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHFAC IN OUT2
OUT1
VHF/UHF
RF IN AUDIO IN
R       LVIDEO IN
VIDEO
S-VIDEO R           L
AUD IO
OUTIN
RF
Satellite Cable
IN3
214
3
6
5
Cable from the 
wall or antenna 
signalTelevision
≥If your television does not have 
AUDIO/VIDEO terminals 
(➡17, e). 
≥If you would like to enjoy higher 
picture quality. (➡18, 19)
75 ≠ coaxial 
cableThis unit Audio/Video cable (included)
Red White Yellow
To a household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC power supply cord
(included)
Connect only after all 
other connections are 
complete. 
Satellite receiver 75 ≠ coaxial cable
(included)
Audio/Video cable
Red White Yellow
Satellite 
antenna 
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
VHF/UHF
RF IN AUDIO IN
R       LVIDEO IN
VHF/UHF 
   RF IN
VHF/UHF 
 RF OUT
AUD I O 
R AUD I O 
L VIDEO 
OUT
OUT
AUDIO 
R AUDIO 
L VIDEO 
IN 
IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1
AV OUTIN3
S VIDEOVIDEO R-AUDIO-LDIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHFAC IN OUT2
OUT1
VIDEO
S-VIDEO R           L
AUD IO
OUTIN
RF
Satellite Cable
IN3
8
1
7
3
56
24
IN
OUT
Satellite 
antenna Cable from the wall 
or antenna signal
75 ≠ coaxial 
cableTelevision
≥If your television does not have 
AUDIO/VIDEO terminals 
(➡17, f). 
≥If you would like to enjoy higher 
picture quality. (➡18, 19)
This unit
To a household AC 
outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz) AC power supply cord
(included)
Connect only after all 
other connections are 
complete. 
Video cassette recorder
Satellite receiver 75 ≠ coaxial cable Audio/Video cable 
(included)
Audio/Video cable
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
Red White Yellow
Ye l l o w  
White 
Red 
Audio/Video 
cable
75 ≠ coaxial cable (included)
Red White Yellow
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The circled numbers in the illustration refer to connections “A”–“F”. Also connect all other cables as well.
If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, an RF modulator is necessary 
aConnection with a television (➡14, A)
VIDEO R           LINRFOUTRFS-VIDEO AUD IOVHF/UHF
RF IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1IN3
R-VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHF
OUT2
OUT1RF OUT
3
2
This unit Audio/Video cable (included)
75 ≠ coaxial cable (included)
75 ≠ coaxial cable RF modulatorTelevision
Red White YellowRed White Yellow
bConnection with a television and a video cassette recorder (➡14, B)
cConnection with a television, a video cassette recorder and a cable box or DirecTV receiver (➡15, D)
VHF/UHF 
   RF IN
VHF/UHF 
 RF OUT
VHF/UHF
RF INVIDEO R           LINRFOUTRFS-VIDEO AUD IO
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1IN3
R-VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHF
OUT2
OUT1
4
3OUT
Te l e v i s i o n
This unitRF modulator
75 ≠ coaxial cable75 ≠ coaxial cable Video cassette recorder
Red White YellowRed White Yellow
Audio/Video cable (included)
dConnection with a television and a cable box or DirecTV receiver (➡15, C)
eConnection with a television and satellite receiver other than DirecTV (➡16, E)
fConnection with a television, a video cassette recorder and satellite receiver other than DirecTV (➡16, F)
VIDEO
S-VIDEO R           L
AUDIO
OUT
RF
VHF/UHF
RF INVIDEO R           LINRFOUTRFS-VIDEO AUDIO
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1IN3
R-VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHF
OUT2
OUT1
3
4
Te l e v i s i o n Audio/Video cable (included)
This unitRF modulator
75 ≠ coaxial cable (included)75 ≠ coaxial cable
Cable box, DirecTV receiver or Satellite receiver
Red White YellowRed White Yellow
STEP 1 Connection
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STEP 1Connection
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead to the unit’s RF IN terminal, and the 75 ≠ coaxial cable to the antenna terminals on 
the equipment (television etc.). Refer to other equipment’s operating instructions.
The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the 
VIDEO OUT terminal. (Actual results depend on the television.)
These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output 
(➡77) and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal.Connect to terminals of the same color.
∫Connection to a stereo amplifier∫Connecting an amplifier with a digital input terminal
If the antenna connectors don’t match
Ty p eThis unitOther equipment (television etc.)
A twin lead
A twin lead 
and a coaxial 
plug
Two t w in  
leads
300–75 ≠ transformer from the antenna
(Flat) Twin lead 
300 ≠ cableTo this unit’s RF IN 
terminal
75 ≠ coaxial 
cable75–300 ≠ transformer
TelevisionVHF or 
UHF
from the antenna
(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable
To this unit’s RF IN 
terminal VHF/UHF band mixer
(Round)75 ≠ 
coaxial cableVHF/UHF band separator
Te l e v i s i o n 75 ≠ coaxial 
cableVHF
UHF
from the antenna
To this unit’s RF 
IN terminal
300–75 ≠ transformer (Flat) Twin lead 
300 ≠ cableVHF/UHF band mixer
75 ≠ coaxial 
cableVHF/UHF band separator
TelevisionVHF
UHF
To enjoy even higher picture quality
Connecting to the S VIDEO IN terminal
AUDIO IN
R       LS VIDEO IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1IN3
VR-AUDIO-L VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHF
OUT2
OUT1
This unit Te lev is i on
Audio/Video
cableS Video cable
Red White 
Red White 
Connecting to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN AUD IO IN
R       L
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
PR
Y
PBIN1IN3
VIDR-AUDIO-L VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VIDEORF
OUTRF
INVHF/UHF
OUT2
OUT1
This unit Te lev is i on
Audio/Video
cableComponent
video cable
Red White 
Red White 
Connecting an amplifier or system component
VIDEO
R-AUDIO-LS VRF
OUTRF
INVHF / UHF
OUT2
OUT1AV OUT
ODIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
OPTICAL IN
AUD I O I N
R      L
Inser t fully, with 
this side facing 
up. Audio cable
≥To enjoy multi-channel surround sound DVD-Video, connect an amplifier 
with a built-in decoder displaying the logo marks below using an optical 
digital audio cable and change the settings in “Digital Audio Output” (
➡62).≥When this unit is connected to an amplifier with an optical digital 
audio cable and connected to a television with an HDMI cable, you 
can enjoy the highest quality of audio from the disc by setting 
“HDMI Audio Output” to “Off ” in the Setup menu (➡ 63). In this 
case audio is only output from the amplifier not the television.
≥Before purchasing an optical digital audio cable, check the 
terminal shape of the equipment to be connected.
≥You cannot use DTS Digital Surround decoders not suited to DVD.
≥Even if using this connection method, output will be in only 2 
channels when playing DVD-Audio. Amplifier’s rear panel
Amplifier’s rear panel
To OUT 1 or OUT 2
This unit
This unitOptical digital audio cable
Do not bend sharply when connecting.
Red White 
Red White 
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HDMI is the next-generation interface for digital devices. When connected to an HDMI compatible unit, an uncompressed digital audio and video 
signal is transmitted. You can enjoy high quality, digital video and audio with just one cord. When connecting to an HDMI-compatible HDTV (High 
Definition Television), the output can be switched to 1125i (1080i) or 750p (720p) HD video. 
Set the following:
From the Setup menu (➡63), set “HDMI Video Output” and “HDMI Audio Output” to “On”.
≥Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).
After connecting the unit to a television using an HDMI cable, set “Ctrl with HDMI” to “On”. (➡63)
≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft.), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.
≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
≥Set the HDAVI Control operations on the connected equipment (e.g., television).
Turn on all HDAVI Control compatible equipment, turn the television off and on, and then select this unit’s input channel on the connected 
television so that the HDAVI Control function works properly. Also when the connection or settings are changed, repeat this procedure.
When the following operations are performed the television will 
automatically switch the input channel and displays the 
corresponding action.
–When play starts on the unit
–When an action that uses the display screen is performed (e.g., 
Direct Navigator screen, scheduled recording screen)
When the television is off and the following operations are 
performed, the television will automatically turn on and displays the 
corresponding action.
(Picture or sound may not be available for the first few seconds.)
–When play starts on the unit
–When an action that uses the display screen is performed (e.g., 
Direct Navigator screen, scheduled recording screen)All connected equipment compatible with HDAVI Control including 
this unit automatically turns off when you switch the television off.
≥The unit automatically turns off even when the FUNCTIONS screen, 
any of the status messages, or any of the on-screen menus is 
displayed on the television. The unit automatically turns off while in 
playback or when scheduled to record. (In the latter case, 
scheduled recordings remain effective after the unit turns off). 
≥Only this unit turns off when you press [ÍDVD P OWE R] for  
shutting it down. Other connected equipment compatible with 
HDAVI Control stay on.
[Note]
≥Even if the television is turned off, the unit will not turn off at the 
same time in the following conditions:
–When you pressed [¥REC] and the unit is still recording
–When copying
–When finalizing
For your reference
≥When [1] (PLAY) is pressed on this unit for “Automatic input 
switching” or “Power on link”, the playback image is not 
immediately displayed on the screen and it may not be possible to 
watch the contents from where playback started.
In this case, press [:] or [6] to go back to where playback started.≥When the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) terminal is used for 
audio output and the unit is connected to the television with an HDMI 
cable, set “HDMI Audio Output” to “Off ” in the setup menu. (
➡63)
Connecting with an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) terminal
Connecting to an HDMI compatible television Connecting to an HDMI compatible television and amplifier/receiver
AV OUT
S VIDEOVIDEODIO-LDIGITAL AUDIO OUT
 (PCM / BITSTREAM)G-LINK
OPTICAL
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receiver’s rear 
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HDMI AV OUT
HDMI INHDMI INHDMI OUT
Television
≥If connecting to a television incompatible with CPPM (Content 
Protection for Prerecorded Media, ➡76), copy-protected DVD-Audio 
cannot be output through the HDMI terminal. Connect the audio 
cables (red and white) to the corresponding audio input terminals.
≥If you are connecting to a television that is only compatible with 2 
channel output, audio with 3 channels or more will be down–mixed 
(
➡76) and output as 2 channels. (Some discs cannot be down mixed.)≥For units compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content 
Protection) copyright protection that are equipped with a digital DVI 
input terminal (PC monitors, etc.):
Depending on the unit, images may not display properly or at all when 
connecting with a DVI/HDMI switching cable. (Audio cannot be output.)
≥If the speaker setup cannot be completed on the amplifier/receiver, then 
use the “HDMI Connection Speakers Setting” (➡63).≥If connecting to an amplifier/receiver incompatible with CPPM (Content 
Protection for Prerecorded Media, ➡76), copy-protected DVD-Audio 
cannot be output through the HDMI terminal. Connect to the amplifier/
receiver with an optical digital cable or audio cables (red and white).
Control with HDMI (HDAVI ControlTM)
What is HDAVI Control?
HDAVI Control is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic television (VIERA) or receiver under HDAVI 
Control.You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment 
for operational details.
Automatic input switching
Power on linkPower off link
STEP 1 Connection
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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 
language, TV aspect type and TV Guide On Screen
TM system setup.
TV Guide On ScreenTM system
This unit features the TV Guide On ScreenTM system that provides 
an 8-day grid of TV programs available in your area. Use the TV 
Guide On Screen
TM system to choose TV programs and simplify the 
recording of your favorite TV shows (➡28, 31–35). Best of all this 
service is free!
≥The first few days of listings usually appear within 24 hours after a 
successful Setup. It may take up to six days for the full eight days 
of program listings to appear.
≥In order to cool the circuits used when downloading the program 
listings, the cooling fan may sometimes operate when the unit is 
turned off. This is not a malfunction.
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the 
appropriate video input to suit the 
connections to this unit.
≥When using the cable box or DirecTV receiver, check the following.
–Make sure the IR Blaster is connected and positioned properly (➡15).–Make sure the cable box or DirecTV receiver is turned on.
1Press [ÍDVD POWER].
2Press [3,4] to select the language 
and press [ENTER].
≥If you make a mistake, press [RETURN] to return to an 
earlier screen.
3Press [3,4] to select “4:3 TV” or “16:9 
Widescreen TV” and press [ENTER].
TV Guide setup begins.
≥Only English is displayed in the TV Guide On ScreenTM 
system. Other languages cannot be displayed.
Press [ENTER].
Following the on-screen messages, input the operating 
environment for your television.
≥Select “Next” and press [ENTER] to go to the next screen.
≥Select “Back” and press [ENTER] to return to the previous 
screen.
4Set the country (USA/Canada)
5Set the ZIP (Postal) code
6Set the service(s) being used.
≥You can select up to 2 services.
Press [3,4] to select the service being used and press 
[ENTER]. If you want to select 2 services, press [3,4] to 
select one more service and press [ENTER].
≥If you selected “Cable with a Cable Box” or “DirecTV”, then 
also select “Antenna”.
≥If the service you use is not listed on the screen below, then 
select “Antenna”, and continue. Then, after exiting the “Set 
Clock and Channels Automatically” screen in step 8, press 
[ENTER], continue and press [RETURN]. After this step, 
perform “Set Clock Manually”. (
➡60)
To learn more about the setup contents of various services, 
see the list on the next page.
IMPORTANT
≥The TV Guide On ScreenTM system must be set up whether 
it is then used or not. You cannot use the scheduled 
recording feature unless this setup is completed.
≥TV Guide On Screen
TM system is supported by selected 
DISH network and DirecTV receivers, using 480i mode.
≥DirecTV/DISH Network service is only available in the 
United States and is not available or supported in Canada.
≥If you are using a satellite service other than DirecTV, you 
cannot receive the program listings on this unit. Without 
this information, program-based recordings cannot be 
made. However, recordings can still be set manually.
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Numbered 
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EnglishEspañolFrançais
Press ENTER
Pulse ENTER
Appuyer sur ENTER
Select Language
Seleccione el idioma
Sélection de Langue
Basic operations of the remote control
To highlight selection➔[3,4,2,1]
To confirm➔Press [ENTER] 
To view help information➔Press [Info] 
To enter numbers➔
Press the numbered buttons
Aspect Ratio Selection
Select TV type and press ENTER.
(Please refer to Operation lnstraction 
                  for details.)
4:3 TV
16:9 Widescreen TV
4:3
16:9
ENTER
TV Guide On Screen interactive program guide
TV made easy.Just press ENTER on your remote to begin!START
USA
Canada
Which country is your DVD Recorder located in?
=          =          =          =          =
Please enter the 5-digit ZIP Code where your DVD Recorder is located:
Please select which service(s) you would like your TV Guide On Screen™ to
support (check all that apply):
Antenna
Cable without a Cable Box
Cable with a Cable Box
DirecTV
DISH Network
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