Panasonic Dmr Eh75 Operating Instructions Manual

							Getting started
Recording Playing back
Editing
Copying
Convenient 
functions
Reference
Español
Dear Customer 
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance 
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read 
the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and DVD-Video 
according to where they are sold.
≥The region number of this unit is “1”.
≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or 
“ALL”.
Example:
1ALL2
4 1
If you have any questions contact
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
The warranty can be found on page 95.
La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 97–103.
Operating Instructions
DVD Recorder
Model No. DMR-EH75V
P
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Getting started
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 (Inside of product)
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within 
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the 
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous 
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may 
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of 
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral 
triangle is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying the appliance.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions 
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance 
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than 
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third 
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into 
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the 
obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with 
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution 
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is 
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus 
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE 
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN 
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC 
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE 
THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, 
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO 
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS 
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, 
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. 
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT 
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO 
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER 
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s 
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for 
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable 
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the 
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily 
accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain 
readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from 
the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC 
receptacle.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which 
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the 
following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from 
that to which the receiver is connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for 
help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the 
attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface 
cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to 
operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of contents
Getting started
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................ 2
Table of contents ........................................................................... 3
≥About descriptions in these operating instructions ........................ 4
HDD, disc and card information ................................................... 5
≥HDD and discs you can use for recording and play ...................... 5
≥Discs that cannot be played .......................................................... 6
≥Play-only discs [12 cm (5z)/8 cm (3z)]............................................ 7
≥Cards you can use on this unit ...................................................... 7
≥Regarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and 
still pictures (JPEG, TIFF) ............................................................. 8
Important notes for recording ...................................................... 9
HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care ......................................... 10
Unit care........................................................................................ 11
Disc and card handling ............................................................... 11
Video cassette information ......................................................... 11
Inserting a disc............................................................................. 12
Inserting a video cassette ........................................................... 12
Inserting/Removing the SD card ................................................ 12
Accessories .................................................................................. 13
The remote control ...................................................................... 13
Control reference guide .............................................................. 14
≥Remote control ............................................................................ 14
≥FUNCTIONS window .................................................................. 14
≥Main unit ...................................................................................... 15
≥The unit’s display......................................................................... 15
STEP 1 Connection ...................................................................... 16
≥If your television does not have AUDIO/VIDEO terminals, 
an RF modulator is necessary..................................................... 19
≥If the antenna connector doesn’t match ...................................... 20
≥DVD output and DVD/VHS output ............................................... 20
≥To enjoy even higher picture quality............................................ 21
≥Connecting an amplifier or system component ........................... 21
≥Connecting with an 
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) terminal ................. 22
≥Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control) ............................................ 22
STEP 2 Setting up the TV Guide On Screen
® system ............... 23
STEP 3 Downloading ................................................................... 25
STEP 4 Set up to match your television and 
the unit’s remote control ........................................................... 26
≥Selecting television type .............................................................. 26
≥Television operation .................................................................... 26
≥When other Panasonic products respond to 
this remote control ....................................................................... 26
Recording
Note about recording................................................................... 27
≥HDD and discs ............................................................................ 27
- FR (Flexile Recording) .............................................................. 27
- When the format confirmation screen is displayed ................... 27
- When remove a recorded disc .................................................. 27
- Recording modes and approximate recording times ................ 28
≥VHS ............................................................................................. 28
- Recording mode ....................................................................... 28
≥HDD, discs and VHS ................................................................... 28
- To specify a time to stop recording—
One Touch Recording............................................................... 28
- Watching the TV while recording .............................................. 28
Recording television programs .................................................. 29
≥Recording television programs .................................................... 29
≥Selecting audio to record ............................................................ 30
≥Flexible Recording mode (FR) .................................................... 30
≥Playing while you are recording .................................................. 31
- Playing from the beginning of the title you are recording—
Chasing playback ..................................................................... 31
- Playing a title previously recorded while recording—
Simultaneous rec and play ....................................................... 31
Scheduled recording ................................................................... 32
- Using the TV Guide On Screen
® system to 
make scheduled recordings ...................................................... 32
- Manually programming scheduled recordings .......................... 33
- Using VCR Plusi system to make scheduled recordings........ 33
≥Check, change or delete a program ............................................ 34
Utilizing the TV Guide On Screen
® system ................................ 35
≥Using the LISTINGS Service to set scheduled recording and 
scheduled reminder ..................................................................... 36
- To make scheduled recording .................................................. 36
- To make scheduled reminder ................................................... 36- Other Episode Options ..............................................................36
≥Using the SEARCH Service to search TV programs by genre, 
keyword, etc. ................................................................................37
- To search TV programs by genre ..............................................37
- To search TV programs by new keyword ..................................37
- To search TV programs by saved keyword ...............................37
≥Using SETUP Service to change the settings of 
the TV Guide On Screen
® system ................................................38
- Access to the TV Guide On Screen® system setup screen–
“Change system settings” ..........................................................38
- Customizing the channel lineup –
“Change channel display” ..........................................................38
- Change the initial settings–“Change default options” ................38
- Display progress in getting TV Guide On Screen data–
“Display setup progress” ............................................................39
≥Using SCHEDULE Service to check, change or 
delete a program set for scheduled recording or 
scheduled reminder manually ......................................................39
- To change the previously set scheduled recording or 
scheduled reminder ...................................................................39
- Other Schedule Options ............................................................39
- History Options ..........................................................................39
Playing back
Playing recorded video contents/Playing play-only discs .......40
- Selecting recorded programs (titles) to play–
Direct Navigator .........................................................................40
≥Operations during play .................................................................41
≥Simple editing operations during play ..........................................42
≥Changing audio during play .........................................................42
≥Status messages..........................................................................42
Playing DivX discs, MP3 discs and 
still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) ............................................................43
≥Selecting file type to play .............................................................43
- To select file type .......................................................................43
≥Playing DivX discs........................................................................43
- Using the tree screen to find a folder .........................................43
- About DivX VOD content ...........................................................44
≥Playing MP3 discs ........................................................................44
- Using the tree screen to find a group ........................................44
≥Playing still pictures......................................................................44
≥Useful functions during still picture play.......................................45
Using on-screen menus ...............................................................46
- Common procedures .................................................................46
- Disc menu–Setting the disc content ..........................................46
- Play menu–Change the play sequence .....................................46
- Video menu–Change the picture quality ....................................47
- Audio menu–Change the sound effect ......................................47
- Other menu–Change the display position .................................47
Delete Navigator to delete titles ..................................................47
≥Deleting titles or pictures during play ...........................................47
Playing a video cassette ..............................................................48
≥Operations....................................................................................48
≥Adjusting the playback picture .....................................................49
- Manual tracking .........................................................................49
- Vertical locking adjustment ........................................................49
≥VHS Index Search System (VISS) ...............................................49
≥Changing audio ............................................................................49
≥Auto Bilingual Choice Function ....................................................49
≥S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) ...................................................49
≥Various on-screen display indications ..........................................50
Editing
Editing titles/chapters ..................................................................51
≥Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters .................................51
≥Title operations.............................................................................52
≥Chapter operations.......................................................................52
Creating, editing and playing playlists .......................................53
≥Creating playlists ..........................................................................53
≥Editing and playing playlists/chapters ..........................................54
≥Playlist operations ........................................................................54
≥Chapter operations.......................................................................54
Editing still pictures .....................................................................55
≥Album and picture operation ........................................................55
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Copying
Note about copying ......................................................................56
- Before copying ...........................................................................57
Copying titles or playlists ............................................................59
≥Copy Navigator ............................................................................59
≥One Touch Copy ..........................................................................60
- HDD l DVD or VHS .................................................................60
-VHS l HDD or DVD .................................................................61
-DVD l HDD ..............................................................................61
-DVD l VHS ..............................................................................61
≥Copying using the copying list—
Advanced Copy (Create List) .......................................................62
- Copy Navigator/Copying list icons and functions.......................63
≥Copying MPEG2 moving pictures from an SD card—
Copy video (MPEG2) ...................................................................63
≥Copying a video cassette or DVD-Video [finalized DVD-R, 
-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL] —
Advanced Copy (Time Limit) ........................................................64
Copying still pictures ...................................................................66
≥Copying using the copying list ......................................................66
≥Copying all the still pictures on a card—Copy all Pictures ...........67
Recording from a video cassette recorder.................................68
≥Manual recording .........................................................................68
≥DV camcorder recording (DV Camcorder Rec.) ...........................69
Convenient functions
HDD, disc and card management................................................70
≥Common procedures ....................................................................70
≥Setting the protection—Disc Protection .......................................70
- Cartridge-protection ...................................................................70
≥Providing a name for a disc—Disc Name.....................................70
≥Deleting all titles and playlists—Delete All Titles ..........................71
≥Deleting all the contents of a disc or card—Format .....................71
≥Selecting the background style—Top Menu style ........................72
≥Selecting whether to show the Top Menu first—
Playback will start with: ................................................................72
≥Enabling discs to be played on other equipment—Finalize..........72
≥Creating Top Menu—Create DVD Top Menu ..............................72
Entering text ..................................................................................73
Changing the unit’s settings .......................................................74
≥Common procedures ....................................................................74
≥Summary of settings ....................................................................74
- Changing the speaker setting to suit your speaker....................78
Channel/Clock settings when 
TV Guide On Screen
® system is not used .................................79
≥Auto channel/clock settings ..........................................................79
- Adjust Time Zone.......................................................................79
≥Channel captions .........................................................................80
≥VCR Plusr Channel Setting ........................................................80
Reference
Frequently asked questions ........................................................81
Messages.......................................................................................83
Troubleshooting guide .................................................................85
Specifications ...............................................................................92
Glossary ........................................................................................93
Product Service ............................................................................94
- Product information....................................................................94
Limited Warranty ..........................................................................95
Index ..............................................................................................96
Guía de referencia rápida en español 
(Spanish Quick Reference) ..........................................................97≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as (l ±±).
≥These operating instructions describe operations mainly using the 
remote control.
≥The contents of the screens used in these instructions may not 
necessarily match what you will see on your screen.
≥The displays shown in these instructions are examples. The actual 
displays depend on the disc etc.
About descriptions in these operating 
instructions
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HDD, disc and card information
(continued on the next page)
HDD and discs you can use for recording and play
Disc typeHard disk drive (HDD)
≥80 GBDVD-RAM
≥4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z)
≥2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z)
Logo–
Indicated in these instructions with[HDD] [RAM]
Recording format
DVD Video Recording format
This is a recording method which allows you to record and edit television broadcasts and so on.
≥You can delete unwanted parts of a title, create playlists, etc.
≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” can be recorded to a CPRM compatible disc.
Data that can be recorded and playedVideo
Still picturesVideo
Still pictures
Re-writable¢1Yes Yes
Play on other players¢2– Only on DVD-RAM compatible players
(It is not possible to finalize the disc.)
Usable high speed recording disc 
type¢3– Up to 5X recording speed discs
What you can do on this unit
Recording broadcasts that allow one 
copyYes Yes [CPRM (l93) compatible discs only]
Recording both Main and SAP for 
MTS broadcast¢4Yes¢5Yes¢5
Recording 16:9 aspect picture¢4Yes¢5Yes¢5
Creating and editing playlists Yes Yes
Disc typeDVD-R
≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)
≥1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z)
DVD-R DL
(dual layer on single side)
≥You cannot directly record to 
a DVD-R DL disc on this unit 
(l9)
DVD-RW
≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)
≥1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z) 
Logo
Indicated in these instructions with[-R] before finalization[-R[DL] before finalization[-RW‹V›] before finalization
[DVD-V] after finalization[DVD-V] after finalization[DVD-V] after finalization
Recording formatDVD-Video format
This recording method is the same as commercially available DVD-Video.
≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be recorded. 
Data that can be recorded and playedVideo Video Video
Re-writable¢1No No Yes
Play on other players¢2Only after finalizing the disc. 
(l72, 93)Only on DVD-R DL compatible 
players after finalizing the disc. 
(l72, 93)Only after finalizing the disc. 
(l72, 93)
Usable high speed recording disc 
type¢3Up to 16X recording speed discs Up to 4X recording speed discs Up to 6X recording speed discs
What you can do on this unit
Recording broadcasts that allow one 
copyNo No No
Recording both Main and SAP for 
MTS broadcast¢4No [Only one is recorded. l76, 
Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)]No [Only one is recorded. l76, 
Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)]No [Only one is recorded. l76, 
Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)]
Recording 16:9 aspect picture¢4No (The picture is recorded in 
4:3 aspect.) No (The picture is recorded in 
4:3 aspect.) No (The picture is recorded in 
4:3 aspect.) 
Creating and editing playlists No No No
Table of contents/HDD, disc and card information
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HDD, disc and card information
(continued)
¢1 The amount of the recordable disc space doesn’t increase even if the program is deleted when you use one time recording disc.
(l28, Recording modes and approximate recording times)
¢2[RAM]  Can be played on Panasonic DVD recorders and DVD-RAM compatible DVD players.
If you play a DVD-R DL or +R DL, use compatible equipment.
¢3 The high-speed recording discs listed here are compatible with this unit. However, this is not the copy speed.
¢4 For further information (l9, Important notes for recording)
¢5 When “
Recording for High-Speed Copying” is set to “Off” (l75). (The default setting is “On”.)¢6+R discs recorded with this unit and +R discs recorded with another Panasonic DVD recorder may be incompatible. However, discs that are 
finalized are compatible and can be played.
¢7 You can play 8X recording speed discs recorded on another equipment.
≥
We recommend using Panasonic discs and cards. We also recommend using DVD-RAM discs with cartridges to protect them from scratches and dirt.≥You may not be able to record depending on the condition of the discs and you may not be able to play them due to the condition of the recording.≥You cannot record programs that allow “One time only recording” to CPRM compatible DVD-R and DVD-RW on this unit. You can record other 
programs as DVD-Video format.
Note
≥
When “Recording for High-Speed Copying” is set to “On”, the restrictions on secondary audio recording etc. are also applied to DVD-RAM. Turn 
this setting “Off” if high speed copy to DVD-R, etc. is not necessary when recording a program (l75). (The default setting is “On”.)
∫Recording modes and approximate recording times l28
≥2.6/5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm (5z)
≥3.95/4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring
≥DVD-R recorded in DVD Video Recording format
≥DVD-R (DVD-Video format), DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video 
format), +R, +R DL recorded on another unit and not finalized 
(l72, Finalize)≥PAL discs (you can still play the audio on DVD-Audio)
≥DVD-Video with a region number other than “1” or “ALL”
≥Blu-ray
≥DVD-ROM, +R 8 cm (3z), CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, Photo CD, CVD, 
SVCD, SACD, MV-Disc, PD, etc.
HDD and discs you can use for recording and play
Disc typerR¢6
≥4.7 GB, 12 cm (5z)
rR DL
(double layer on single side)
≥You cannot directly record to 
a +R DL disc on this unit 
(l9)
rRW
Logo–––
Indicated in these instructions with[+R] before finalization[+R[DL] before finalization
[+RW]
[DVD-V] after finalization[DVD-V] after finalization
Recording formatrVR format
≥Digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” cannot be recorded. 
Data that can be recorded and playedVideo Video Video
Re-writable¢1No No Yes
Play on other players¢2Only after finalizing the disc. 
(l72, 93)Only on +R DL compatible 
players after finalizing the disc. 
(l72, 93)Ye s
(It is not possible to finalize the 
disc.)
Usable high speed recording disc 
type¢3Up to 16X recording speed discs Up to 2.4X recording speed 
discsUp to 4X recording speed 
discs¢7
What you can do on this unit
Recording broadcasts that allow one 
copyNo No No
Recording both Main and SAP for 
MTS broadcast¢4No [Only one is recorded. l76, 
Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)]No [Only one is recorded. l76, 
Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)]No [Only one is recorded. l76, 
Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)]
Recording 16:9 aspect picture¢4No (The picture is recorded in 
4:3 aspect.) No (The picture is recorded in 
4:3 aspect.) No (The picture is recorded in 
4:3 aspect.) 
Creating and editing playlists No No No
Finalize
A process that makes playing recorded disc possible on equipment that can play such media. After finalizing, the disc becomes play-only and 
you can no longer record or edit. (l72)
Formatting
Formatting is the process of making a disc (such as DVD-RAM, etc.) recordable on recording equipment. (l71)
You cannot directly record to a DVD-R DL and +R DL discs on this unit.
Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc.
When playing DVD-R DL (Dual Layer, single-sided) and +R DL (Double Layer, single-sided)
DVD-R DL (Dual Layer, single-sided) and +R DL (Double Layer, single-sided) discs have two writable layers on one side. If there is not enough 
space on the first layer to record a program, the remaining portion of the program is recorded on the second layer. When playing a title recorded 
on both layers, the unit automatically switches between layers and plays the title in the same way as a normal program. However, video and 
audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers.
Discs that cannot be played
Note about using a DualDisc
≥The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so 
play may not be possible.
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¢Close the session after recording. Play may be impossible on some discs due to the condition of the recording.
≥The producer of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating 
instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
≥Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed.
Compatible with: FAT12 or FAT16
≥You can use SD Memory Cards with the following capacities (from 8 MB to 2 GB).
≥Useable memory is slightly less than the card capacity.
≥Please confirm the latest information on the following website.
http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs
(This site is in English only.)
≥If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other equipment, the time spent for recording may become longer. Also if the SD Memory Card is 
formatted on a PC, you may not be able to use it on this unit.
In these cases, format the card on this unit (l71, 
93).
≥This unit supports SD Memory Cards formatted in FAT12 system and FAT16 system based on SD Memory Card Specifications.
≥We recommend using a Panasonic SD card.
Play-only discs [12 cm (5z)/8 cm (3z)]
Disc typeDVD-VideoDVD-AudioDVD-RW (DVD Video Recording format)
Logo
Indicated in these 
instructions with[DVD-V] [DVD-A] [-RW‹VR›]
InstructionsHigh quality movie and music 
discsHigh fidelity music discs
≥Played on this unit in 
2 channelsDVD-RW¢ recorded on another DVD Recorder
≥You can play programs that allow “One time only recording” if 
they have been recorded to a CPRM compatible disc.
≥By formatting (l71) the disc, you can record to it in 
DVD-Video format and play it on this unit.
≥It may be necessary to finalize the disc on the equipment 
used for recording.
Disc typeDVD-RCDVideo CD
Logo–
Indicated in these 
instructions withDivX[CD]DivX, MP3 and JPEG/TIFF[VCD]
Instructions
≥DVD-R¢ with 
video recorded in 
DivXRecorded audio and music 
(including CD-R/RW¢)≥CD-R
¢ and CD-RW¢ with video recorded in 
DivX
≥CD-R
¢ and CD-RW¢ with music recorded in 
MP3 (l44)
≥CD-R
¢ and CD-RW¢ with still pictures 
recorded in JPEG and TIFFRecorded music and video 
(including CD-R/RW
¢)
Regarding DVD-Audio
Some manufacturers do not allow down-mixing, therefore some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing (l93) of all or part of their 
contents. Tracks that are prevented from being down-mixed will not play properly on this unit (e.g. audio is played from the front two channels 
only). Refer to the disc’s jacket for more information.
Cards you can use on this unit
TypeSD Memory Card/miniSDTM Card¢/MultiMediaCard
Indicated in these 
instructions with[SD]
Data that can be 
recorded and 
playedStill pictures
Video (MPEG2)
InstructionsYou can insert directly into the SD card slot.
¢A miniSDTM card adaptor included with the miniSDTM card is necessary.
≥You can play and copy still pictures taken on a digital camera, etc. (l43, 66).
≥You can set the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) for automatic printing on your home printer or at a photo developing 
store (l55, 93).
≥MPEG2 moving pictures shot with a Panasonic SD Video camera, etc. can be copied to the HDD or DVD-RAM. (l63)
≥MPEG2 moving pictures cannot be played directly from the SD card.
Suitable SD Memory Cards
8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB,
128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB (Maximum)
HDD, disc and card information
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HDD, disc and card information
DivX
MP3
≥If there is a large amount of still picture data etc. within a MP3 file, 
play may not be possible.
Still pictures (JPEG, TIFF
¢2)
¢1 Total number of recognizable file including MP3, JPEG, DivX 
and other type of files is 4000.¢2 Operation may take time to complete when playing TIFF format 
still pictures, or when there are many files and/or folders, some 
files may not display or be playable.
[CD]
≥Compatible formats: ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended 
formats), Joliet
≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but reading or play of the 
disc may take time if there are a lot of sessions.
≥Operation may take time to complete when there are many files 
(tracks) and/or folders (groups) and some files (tracks) may not 
display or be playable.
≥English alphabet and Arabic numerals are displayed correctly. 
Other characters may not be displayed correctly.
≥The display order on this unit may differ from how the order is 
displayed on a computer.
≥
Depending on how you create the disc (writing software), files (tracks) 
and folders (groups) may not play in the order you numbered them.
≥This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.
≥Depending on the recording conditions, the disc may not play.
[HDD] [RAM] [SD]
≥Compatible formats: DCF
¢3 compliant (Content recorded on a 
digital camera, etc.)
¢3 Design rule for Camera File system: unified standard 
established by Japan Electronics and Information Technology 
Industries Association (JEITA). 
You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) on this unit by 
making folders as shown below. However depending on how 
you create the disc (writing software), play may not be in the 
order you numbered the folders.
Regarding DivX discs, MP3 discs and still pictures (JPEG, TIFF)
Playable discs[-R] [CD]
File format DivX
≥Files must have the extension 
“.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”.
Number of 
foldersMaximum number of folders recognizable: 300 
folders (including the root folder)
Number of filesMaximum number of DivX files recognizable¢1: 
200 files
Support 
versionDivX ver.3.11, 4.x, 5.x
≥Video
- Number of stream: Up to 1
- Codec: DIV3, DIV4, DIVX, DV50
- Picture size: 32k32 to 720k576
- FPS (Frame Per Second): Up to 30 fps 
≥Audio
- Number of stream: Up to 8
- Format: MP3, MPEG, AC3
- Multi channel: AC3 is possible. MPEG multi is 
2 ch conversion.
GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.
Playable discs[CD]
File format MP3
≥Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
Number of 
folders (groups)Maximum number of folders (groups) recognizable: 
99 folders (groups) (including the root folder)
Number of 
files (tracks)Maximum number of files (tracks) recognizable¢1 : 
999 files (tracks)
Bit rates 32 kbps to 320 kbps
Sampling 
frequency16 kHz/22.05 kHz/24 kHz/32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz
ID3 tags not compatible
Playable discs 
and cards[HDD] [RAM] [SD] [CD]
File format
JPEG, TIFF (non-compressed RGB chunky format)
≥Files must have the extension “.jpg”, “.JPG”, “.tif” 
or “.TIF”.
Number of 
pixelsbetween 34k34 and 6144k4096 pixels
(Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Number of 
folders[CD] Maximum number of folders recognizable:99 
folders (including the root folder)
[HDD] [RAM] [SD] This unit can handle a maximum 
of 300 folders (including higher folders)
Number of 
files[CD]
 Maximum number of files recognizable¢1 :999 
files
[HDD] [RAM] [SD] This unit can handle a maximum 
of 3000 files 
MOTION JPEGnot compatible
002 group
001001
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
003 group
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
001track.mp3
002track.mp3
003track.mp3
004track.mp3
[CD]
Structure of MP3 folders
Prefix with 3-digit numbers 
in the order you want to play 
them.Root
Order of play(folder=group)
(file=track)
001
P0000010.jpg
P0000011.jpg
P0000012.jpg
P0000003.jpg
P0000004.jpg
P0000005.jpg
P0000001.jpg
P0000002.jpg
P0000006.jpg
P0000007.jpg
P0000008.jpg
P0000009.jpg
002 folder
003 folder
004 folder
[RAM] [CD] [SD]
Structures of still pictures
Files inside a folder are 
displayed in the order they 
were updated or taken.
≥[CD] When the highest 
level folders are “DCIM” 
folders, they are displayed 
first on the tree.Root
Order of play
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS 2.0 i Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
U.S. patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093.
Official DivX CertifiedTM product.
Plays DivX® 5, DivX® 4, DivX® 3, and DivX® VOD video content (in compliance with DivX Certified™ technical requirements).
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc. and are used under license.
≥SD logo is a trademark.
≥Portions of this product are protected under copyright law and are provided under license by ARIS/SOLANA/4C.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this 
copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited consumer uses only unless 
otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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Important notes for recording
≥It is not possible to record to two drives simultaneously.
≥It is not possible to record continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over.
Recording of 
MTS 
broadcasting[HDD] [RAM] 
Both Main and SAP audio can be recorded.
You can change the audio during playback. (l42, 
Changing audio during play)
However in the following cases, select whether to record the 
Main or SAP audio:
- Recording or copying sound in LPCM (l76, Audio for 
XP Recording)
- “Recording for High-Speed Copying” is set to “On” 
(The default setting is “On”.l75)
≥If you record from external equipment
- Select both “Main” and “SAP” on the external equipment.[-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW]
Select the Main or SAP audio before recording or 
copying
[l76, Multi-channel TV Sound (MTS)]
The selected audio only is recorded or copied.
≥If you record from external equipment
- Select “Main” or “SAP” on the external equipment.
Recording of 
Widescreen 
broadcasting[HDD] [RAM]
Recorded in 16:9 aspect (Widescreen)¢
¢When “Recording for High-Speed Copying” is set to “Off”
≥When “Recording for High-Speed Copying” is set to “On”, 
16:9 aspect programs are recorded in 4:3 aspect.
(The default setting is “On”.l75)[-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL] [+RW]
Recorded or copied in 4:3 aspect
Copying titles 
in high speed 
mode from the 
HDD to DVD-R, 
etc.Set “Recording for High-Speed Copying” to “On” before recording to the HDD (l75).
 (The default setting is “On”.)
You can copy titles in high speed mode (l57); however, the above settings are necessary before recording to the HDD.
Recording of 
digital 
broadcastingIt is not possible to record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R, +RW or 
8 cm (3z) DVD-RAM discs. Use the HDD or CPRM (l93) compatible DVD-RAM.
≥“One time only recording” titles can only be transferred from the HDD to CPRM compatible DVD-RAM (They are deleted 
from the HDD). They cannot be copied.
≥Even when copying to videotape the title may not be copied correctly because of the copy guard.
≥You cannot copy a playlist created from “One time only recording” titles.
Playing the disc 
on other DVD 
players[-R] [-R[DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R[DL]
The disc must be finalized after recording or copying (l72).
It is necessary to finalize DVD-R, etc. on this unit after recording or copying titles to them. You can then play them as a 
commercially sold DVD-Video. However, the discs become play-only and you can no longer record or copy.
¢
¢You can record and copy again if you format DVD-RW.
[+RW] 
We recommend you create the menu before playing a +RW. (l72, Creating Top Menu—Create DVD Top Menu)
Recording to 
DVD-R DL and 
+R DLYou cannot directly record to DVD-R DL and +R DL discs on this unit.
Record to the HDD and then copy to the disc.
MainSAP
Hello
Hola
Main
Hello
Record to the HDD
High speed copy to DVD-R, etc.
HDD
[HDD] [RAM] CPRM compatible discs only.
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HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care
The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device 
that is easily susceptible to damage.
As a basic rule, save important content to a disc as backup.
∫The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dust
Depending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer be 
possible. Especially during operation, do not subject the unit to any vibration, shock, or remove the AC power plug from the household AC outlet. 
In the event of a power failure during recording or play, the content may be damaged.
∫The HDD is a temporary storage device
The HDD is not an everlasting storage device for recorded content. Use the HDD as a temporary storage place for one-off viewing, editing, or 
saving recorded content to a disc.
∫Immediately save (backup) all content as soon as you feel there may be a problem with the HDD
If there is an irregularity within the HDD, repetitive strange sounds or problems with picture (block noise, etc.) may result. Using the HDD in this 
condition may worsen the problem and in the worst case the HDD may no longer become usable. As soon as you notice this type of problem, 
copy all content to disc and request service. Recorded content (data) on an HDD that has become unusable is unrecoverable.
≥When the HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode (lbelow), or the unit is turned on or off, there may be an unexpected sound. 
This does not indicate a problem with this unit.
∫HDD recording time remaining
This unit records using a VBR (Variable bit rate) data compression system to vary recorded data segments to match video data segments which 
may cause differences in the displayed amount of time and space remaining for recording.
If the remaining amount of time is insufficient, delete any unwanted titles to create enough space before you start recording. (Deleting a playlist 
will not increase the amount of time.)
∫When “SLEEP” appears in the display
The HDD has been automatically placed in the SLEEP mode. (The HDD continues to rotate at high speed while the unit is on. In order to extend 
the life of the HDD, the HDD will be placed in the SLEEP mode if no operation has been performed for 30 minutes while there is no disc on the 
disc tray.)
≥While in SLEEP mode play or recording may not begin right away because the HDD takes time to be re-activated.
≥When not using the unit, we recommend removing the disc in the tray in order to set the HDD to the SLEEP mode.
∫Setup precautions
≥Do not place in an enclosed area where the rear cooling fan and 
the cooling vents on the side are covered up.
≥Place the unit on a surface that is flat and not subject to 
vibration or impact.
≥Do not place on anything that generates 
heat like a video cassette recorder, etc.
≥Do not place in an area often subject to 
temperature changes.
≥Place in an area where condensation does not 
occur. Condensation is a phenomenon where moisture forms on a 
cold surface when there is an extreme change in temperature. 
Condensation may cause internal damage to the unit.
≥Conditions where condensation may occur
- When there is an extreme change in temperature (moving from a 
very hot location to a very cold location, or vice versa, or when 
subjected to an air conditioner or when cooled air directly impacts 
the unit.) When the HDD (warms during operation) is subjected to 
cold air, condensation may form on the inside of the HDD and may 
cause damage to the HDD heads, etc.
- When there is high humidity or a lot of steam in the room.
- During the rainy season.
In the above situation, without turning the unit on, let the unit adjust 
to the room temperature and wait 2–3 hours until condensation is gone.
∫Cigarette smoke, etc. causes malfunction or 
breakdown
The unit may breakdown if cigarette smoke or bug spray/vapor, etc. 
gets inside the unit.
∫While operating
≥Do not move the unit or subject to vibration or impact. (The HDD may 
become damaged.)
≥Do not remove the AC power plug from the household AC outlet, or 
flip the power breaker switch.
While the unit is on, the HDD is rotating at high speed. Sound or 
movement due to rotation is normal.
∫When moving the unit
1Turn the unit off. (Wait until “BYE” disappears from the display.)
2Remove the AC power plug from the household AC outlet.
3Move only after the unit has come to a complete stop (approx. 2 
minutes) in order to avoid subjecting to vibration and shock. (Even 
after turning the unit off, the HDD continues operating for a short 
time.)
This unit
VCR
∫Indemnity concerning recorded content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or 
edited content (data), and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a 
case where any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-HDD related component).
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